Themed Attractions

Themed Attractions

What are they and what do they involve?

Themed attractions are venues focused on one very specific topic (for example, a Doctor Who exhibit), and therefore the contents vary between each establishment! Themed venues such as these often involve hands on interaction and guided tours, and give exclusive behind the scenes glimpses that you won’t find outside of the venue!

What are the benefits?

A themed attraction can give a level of detail into a subject that is hard to match elsewhere, so if there is a venue that emphasises classroom learning, a trip to one of these establishments can be a great accompaniment to a student’s education! Getting out of school and interacting with learning in a different manner is always useful, and a themed attraction can be extremely beneficial in this area.

What students is it suitable for?

While themed attractions are generally suitable for all ages, the focused nature of such venues means you should ensure your students have a certain level of interest for the topic in question.

Costs?

The cost of accessing a themed attraction will vary greatly between individual venues – some establishments can be very large and popular and therefore more expensive to visit than smaller organisations.

Safety Implications?

Any possible safety worries will depend on the exact nature of the venue, so make sure to check with the attraction beforehand if you are concerned.

Venues for this Category

Learn how one girl’s journey transformed the lives of millions: Interactive displays, videos, exhibits and activities bring her fascinating story to life from 1800 to the present day.

Discover a world where costumed characters demonstrate life in the industrial age

26 acres of open-air museum, comprising village, live period craft, underground mining experience and tram rides, plus plenty more. Our award-winning corner of the West Midlands is now one of the finest and largest museums in the United Kingdom. 

The Museum of Early Medieval Northumbria at Jarrow. Looks at the life and times of the Venerable Bede (AD 673-735,) one of the greatest scholars of his age.

Saltburn Pier was opened to the public in May 1869, and to ease the access to the pier and promenade from the town, work was begun on a 120 foot high wooden vertical hoist, also designed by John Anderson. The hoist was in operation fourteen months after the opening of the pier.

Veiled underneath the drape of woody shades, the miniature forest offers an enthralling combination of history humor and entertainment.

Britain's first fully themed indoor family resort and amusement park. A magical world of fun, thrills and experiences for all the family. Now including the indoor Galactic Play Zone!

The World's Largest Rotorcraft Museum

80 displayed aircraft, interactive zone & film theatre - plus regular events!

Collection includes two aircraft of the Queen's Royal Flight, the World Speed Record Holder G-Lynx, Russian Hind Gunship and the 'Huey' Bell UH-1H.

Copter Coffee Cafe, Gift Shop, Picnic Area & Free Car Parking On Site

Combine an educational day out with a fun-filled trip to Gulliver’s World Theme Park!

Who says learning can’t be fun? We have put together some brilliant education packs that will show you how to create a fantastic educational experience at Gulliver's.

Take the lesson out of the classroom and onto the theme park. We have topics and ideas that will really engage your group.

A great trip out packed with happy!

Clacton Pier is home to a whole range of attractions. It is a modern, relatively vibrant amusement park and theme park combined into one big attraction. Clacton Pier is almost unique in the sense that there are some rides as you first enter and then the rest are dotted throughout the length of the pier. So you can just dip in and out of the fairground part of the pier.

The Best Day Out in Essex!

Ride the Scorpion, navigate the Vortex and surf the Tidal wave at Adventure Island!

Set out for your big adventure even if you are under 1 metre tall as we have rides for everyone.

We have some fantastic new rides and attractions to enjoy - in any weather! And our amazing new INDOOR CENTRE OF FUN & ADVENTURE INSIDE opens this Spring!

Looking for inspiration to give your pupils a day out they’ll never forget? Where you can guarantee they will come face to face with the world’s most famous faces, meet the Royal Family, live out their musical fantasy, beat Beckham at his own game or test their IQ against Einstein? At Madame Tussauds – where else!

Combine an educational day out with a fun-filled trip to Gulliver’s World Theme Park!

Who says learning can’t be fun? We have put together some brilliant education packs that will show you how to create a fantastic educational experience at Gulliver's.

Take the lesson out of the classroom and onto the theme park. We have topics and ideas that will really engage your group.

A land of thrilling rides and the terrific Splashland, amazing attractions and exhilarating activities are waiting to be discovered. From the Runaway Mine Train roller coaster and challenging Mini Diggers, to the indoor soft play Pirate Ship and Tropical House the fun is endless!

When in Norfolk come and spend the day, not a fortune, at Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, Reedham.

There are rides galore for young children, family entertainment, exotic and domestic animals and birds to see as well as animals to feed and pet.

A family operated children's fair located in Sherwood Country Park with plenty for the small and mid range kids to play on from the caterpillar roller coaster and the ghost train to the classic tea cup ride and big slide.

For a fun-filled day out for all the family, or simply to enjoy the peace and quiet of acres of natural surroundings, take a fascinating journey of discovery through the living world of Plantasia & Mazeworld.   

In our fun, free and interactive galleries, discover how Cardiff was transformed from the small market town of the 1300s, to one of the world's biggest ports in the 1900s, to the cool, cosmopolitan capital we know today.

A visit to Canterbury is not complete without experiencing Chaucer’s famous tales of medieval misadventures at one of the City’s most loved visitor attractions.

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone era in this fabulous recreation of medieval life; a unique introduction to Canterbury and its famous literary connection.

Explore a unique Hilltop Park via a thrilling Cable Car ride. Once at the Summit enjoy going underground on tours of two Show Caverns. In the Exhibitions get to touch a dinosaur fossil and see video shows, then burn off energy on the 2 play areas!

At Adventure Wonderland there are fantastic rides and attractions throughout the park

Experience Dragon's Drop, ride Space Orbiter, Wild Bill's Runaway Train and the Ghostly Galleon fight in Battle Boats, bounce on the Bouncing Beans trampolines and climb on board our wonderfully happy flying elephants.

Your Mission: infiltrate the ship and stop the terrorists from launching the missile! The mission ends with an adrenalin pumping escape, you and your friends will feel like real spies!

Your Mission: infiltrate the ship and stop the terrorists from launching the missile! The mission ends with an adrenalin pumping escape, you and your friends will feel like real spies!

Exciting spy-themed adventure centre in Northampton for anyone over 6 years.

Your Mission: infiltrate the ship and stop the terrorists from launching the missile! The mission ends with an adrenalin pumping escape, you and your friends will feel like real spies!

Taurus Crafts is a vibrant visitor centre celebrating creative design and healthy living. Bringing together arts, crafts, designer gifts and wholesome food, we offer an alternative to the high street experience where you can eat, shop and relax.

Taurus Crafts Pottery Activity

Open weekends and Holidays. Your chance to throw your own pot, paint your own pot.

White knuckle and family rides, toddler fun and fantastic family shows, including live entertainment and animal antics. New Feature: Furry Friends Farm and Tractor Ride!

Pleasure Island Theme Park is still the best value day out on the East Coast with its fantastic package of over 50 rides and attractions including their newest feature Furry Friends Farm and Tractor Ride!

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