Why Fantasy Island is the perfect British day out

As the sun starts to shine, it’s the perfect time to start planning some day trips to enjoy the British summer. We look at some great UK day trips and destinations that are full of fun for the whole family. If you want to feel the thrill of a rollercoaster, relax and enjoy some beautiful countryside or learn about something new, Fantasy Island has something for the whole family. It really is the perfect British day out.

Theme park rides

If you’re looking for a day of adventure, the classic British theme park Fantasy Island should be number one on your list. With thrilling rides like Rhombus Rocket and Twister for the more adventurous, as well as beautiful grounds and family activities, this Skegness theme park is an unmissable destination.

Fun for everyone

It can be hard to organise a day trip that caters for everyone, especially if you have children of varying ages. You don’t want the little ones bored or the older ones texting the whole time. With over 30 different rides, there is something for every age group at Fantasy Island. Theme park rides are a great bonding activity for the whole family and feeling the adrenaline of the Millennium rollercoaster will make even the moodiest teenager smile. For smaller children, smaller rides let them feel like they’re having a great adventure too.

More than just a theme park

If theme park rides aren’t your thing, there are still many reasons to visit Fantasy Island. If you’re bringing Grandma along or you’ve got a child who hates heights, there are so many different activities at Fantasy Island, they will have as much fun as anyone else. The whole family can enjoy activities like ten-pin bowling, adventure golf and traditional funfair games. There are a wide variety of restaurants and cafes to relax and enjoy too. If the gift shop is always your favourite part, you will enjoy over 320 different stalls in Market Town at Fantasy Island. It is Europe’s largest seven-day market, with unique products from handbags to fishing rods to teddy bears.