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All the fun of the fair

Fairgrounds

Go round, up, down, spin and whizz through the air in our fairgrounds. You'll find a variety of family rides including the dodgems and vintage stall games, with the smell of classic funfair treats lingering in the air and twinkly lights shining overhead in the evenings.

Our fairgrounds pay homage to our heritage; when Billy Butlin bought his own hoopla stall and later introduced dodgems to the UK in the 30s, he brought joy to lots of families and we're continuing the tradition. With unlimited entry included in the price of your break, it's the perfect way to spend a day (or many days) on your break.

Please note: due to the unprecedented circumstances of Coronavirus, the Dodgems, Helter Skelter, Simulator, and Super Slide rides will not be operating at any resorts on 2020 breaks.

Bognor Regis

You'll find the Bognor Regis Fairground in the middle of the resort, with paths from every angle leading you to a land of outdoor family fun.

There's rides that spin and twist, plus dodgems, trampolines and vintage game stalls that every member of the family will love, no matter what their age.
Rides and restrictions
Carousel
Rockin' Tug
Trabant
Waveswinger
Sizzler
Trampoline
Bungee Trampoline
Waltzers
DescriptionRestrictions
Jump on a horse or carriage and whirl around on our classic carouselBelow 0.9m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years (carriage)
0.9m - 1.3m tall (Horse)
1.3m and above can ride unaccompanied
Set sail on the Rockin' Tug and rock up and down, round and round0.9m - 1.3m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.3m and above can ride unaccompanied
The Trabant spins you round and around, up and down0.9m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Take your swing seat on our vintage-style wave swingerMinimum height 1.22m
Inside your cart, you'll spin in a different direction to the body of the rideMinimum height 0.9m
0.9m to 1.3m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.3m and above can ride unaccompanied
Spot the views or practice your tuck jumps as you bounce away14+ years only, maximum weight 100kgs
Supported by the bungee harness, jump up and down and learn to flip
Small charge of £5 per person applies
5+ years only. Not suitable for those with head, neck or back injuries or pregnant women
Watch everything whizz by as you speed round1.2m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied

Minehead

With sights and sounds of the seaside only across the road, our Minehead Fairground stretches along the front of our resort facing the sea.

With all the features that make up a brilliant playground of fun for adults and children alike, you'll find traditional rides and modern ones, plus vintage game stalls.
Rides and restrictions
Carousel
Rockin' Tug
Paratrooper
Chair-O-Plane
Swing Boats
Waltzers
Trampoline
DescriptionRestrictions
Jump on a horse or carriage and whirl around on our classic carousel.Below 0.9m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years (carriage)
0.9m - 1.3m tall (Horse)
1.3m and above can ride unaccompanied
Set sail on the Rockin' Tug and rock up and down, round and round0.9m - 1.3m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.3m and above can ride unaccompanied
Whirl around on an umbrella until you get see a birds eye view of the resort
Please note, this ride will be closed for maintenance on 23 March - 12 April
0.9m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Take your swing seat and whirl round on our vintage-style swinger1.0m - 1.2m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Jump aboard and swing back and forth to your heart's content1.2m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Watch everything whizz by as you speed round
Please note, this ride will be closed for maintenance on 13 April - 3 May
1.2m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Spot the views or practice your tuck jumps as you bounce away14+ years only, maximum weight 80kgs
Socks required

Skegness

Roam up and down the long stretch of our resort where the Skegness Fairground is located.

Complete with rides for all ages, game stalls and trampolines, you certainly won't waste a minute of your break having fun here with the whole family.
Rides and restrictions
Carousel
Rockin' Tug
Paratrooper
Mexican Hat
Waltzers
Chair-O-Plane
DescriptionRestrictions
Jump on a horse or carriage and whirl around on our classic carousel.Below 0.91m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years in a carriage 
0.91m - 1.29m tall can ride a horse when accompanied by an 18+ years 
1.29m and above can ride unaccompanied
Set sail on the Rockin' Tug and rock up and down, round and round0.91m - 1.32m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.32m and above can ride unaccompanied
Please note, this ride is currently closed for maintenance
Whirl around on an umbrella until you get see a birds eye view of the resort
0.91m - 1.37m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.37m and above can ride unaccompanied
You'll find yourself in a spin after riding the Mexican Hat0.91m - 1.37m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.37m and above can ride unaccompanied
Watch everything whizz by as you speed round1.2m - 1.4m tall must be accompanied by 18+ years
1.4m and above can ride unaccompanied
Take your swing seat and whirl round on our vintage-style swinger
Please note, this ride is currently closed for maintenance
Any person over 1.10m can use this ride
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At All Resorts

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Late Night Fairground

On school holidays and weekend breaks

With twinkly lights shining overhead, enjoy the fun of the fairground late into the evening on selected breaks.
For under 5s
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Little Stars Fairground

For little ones who aren't old enough to ride the big fairground just yet; there's teacups, mini planes and slides galore.
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The pool

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From morning til evening you'll find an incredible schedule of live family shows suitable for different age ranges.

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