Dinosaurs may have walked the earth many millions of years ago, but you can see them today! Spend the day getting lost in the prehistoric world with your family this summer. Whether you’d like to see the Tyrannosaurus, Velociraptors or Triceratops – there is something for everyone in the world of dinosaurs!

Read below to find out our top picks on where to discover dinosaurs this summer…

Dinos After Dark at Paradise Wildlife Park

This year Dinos After Dark will run over two weekends, the 20th to 22nd October, and 27th to 29th October. It is being held from 5.30pm to 8.30pm.

Take a magical trip around the World of Dinosaurs and see the dinosaurs come to life by moonlight. Packed full of a variety of dinosaurs, families can enjoy an experience like no other!

For further information and to book your tickets, please visit Paradise Wildlife Park’s website.

Dinosaurs Alive! at Hatton Adventure World

Take a trip back in time to the age of the dinosaurs on a day out at Hatton Adventure World in Warwickshire over the summer holidays. As well as the usual attractions such as the animals, tractor safari and fantastic adventure play facilities, visitors can look forward to a fun-filled daily schedule of meet & greets, dinosaur shows and activities. Perfect for all young dinosaur fans and their families!

Please click here to find out more and buy tickets.

Welly’s Big Dino Takeover at Wellington Country Park

Looking for places to take the kids to see dinosaurs this summer? Families can look forward to a prehistoric adventure at Wellington Country Park near Reading on 17th, 18th and 19th August when a collection of amazing dinos take over the park.

Meet Tank the Triceratops, Spence the Spinosaurus, Bronty the Brontosaurus, Rex the T-Rex and others. There will be baby dinosaurs and plenty of wonderful photo opportunities. Just keep an eye open for the agile Raptor!

Please click here to confirm all details before visiting.

Dino Discovery Maize Maze at PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm

Visit the Dino Discovery Maize Maze at PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm this summer! Running from Wednesday 26th July to Sunday 3rd September 2023.

Summer is BIG this year on the farm – dino-sized, in fact! As part of your PLAY@ adventure throughout the summer holidays, you’ll be challenged to help the resident Dino Rangers find the EIGHT full-size dinos who’ve escaped into the mega Maize Maze.

To find out more and book your tickets, head to www.playatthefarm.co.uk – use code SUMMER15 to save 15% at online checkout.

Big Summer Blowout at Countryside Adventure

Treat the kids to a day out at Over Farm’s Countryside Adventure near Gloucester this summer. The programme of special events includes something for everyone to enjoy. Look out for Rover the Farmer, who will be greeting visitors and leading daily dance-alongs.

Choose 25th July for a visit if there are Bluey fans in the family. The lovable character will be making a special appearance on this date only. Then on 15th and 16th August visitors can look forward to a prehistoric adventure with two Dino Days!

Please see Over Farm’s website for the full programme and to book tickets.

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