Twin Lakes Park – Melton Mowbray

Twin Lakes Park is a full-throttle family theme park located in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. It’s the kind of place that’s a massive hit with younger children and primary-school-aged kids, though teenagers might find it a bit “tame” unless they’re just there to mess around on the water slides.

What’s the Vibe?
It’s a huge mix of a traditional theme park, a farm, and a water park. You’ve got several “zones” like the Excalibur Adventure, Au-Yeung-Gaunt, and Labyrinth. It’s very hands-on, and while parents can’t exactly “switch off” (especially near the water), it’s safe enough that kids can run a bit wild while you keep a watchful eye from a nearby bench.

Key Things to Do:

• Ride the Coasters: There are several family-friendly rollercoasters and spinning rides.
• Get Wet: The Susanoo Splash Play area is a big draw. It’s a giant outdoor water park with slides and tipping buckets.
• The Farm & Falconry: There’s a massive indoor barn with animals and daily bird of prey displays which are actually really impressive for all ages.
• Indoor Play: If the British weather does its thing, the indoor play centres here are some of the biggest in the UK, so the kids won’t get bored.

Age Groups & Restrictions:

• Target Audience: Best for toddlers through to 10 or 11-year-olds.
• Height Restrictions: Most of the bigger rides require kids to be at least 90cm to ride with an adult, or 120cm to go solo.
• Teenager Alert: Most teens will probably get restless after a couple of hours as there aren’t many “white-knuckle” thrills.

Planning Your Time:
You’ll easily spend 5 to 6 hours here, especially if you tackle the water park and the farm. It’s a full day out.

Money & Food:

• Discounts: Look out for Blue Light Card discounts or Senior rates. If you live nearby, the Annual Pass pays for itself in just a few visits.
• Parking: Good news—parking is free and there’s plenty of it.
• Food: On-site food is standard theme park fare (burgers, chips) and can be a bit pricey. Many families bring a picnic to save cash, as there are loads of dedicated spots to eat.

Nearby Extras:
Since you’re in Melton Mowbray, you’re in the rural capital of food. Pop into the town centre afterwards for a famous Pork Pie or some Stilton cheese. If the kids still have energy, the Melton Carnegie Museum is nearby, or you could head to Rutland Water for a more relaxed walk to end the day.