The main waterpark and Shipwreck Island are manned by trained staff and lifeguards, who should all be able to assist you if you have any questions or help if you run into any difficulties.
Users of the main waterpark should be at least 1m tall to ride the flumes and also confident around water, though not necessarily strong swimmers; armbands may be worn on all but three of the waterslides. Children who need armbands should not ride the Wild Kamakaze, The Screamer and the Devil’s Drop.
There will be big, brave 4-year-olds who are just fine and 7-year-olds who aren’t really sure.
Just because they are tall enough, they won’t all be bold enough, nobody knows your child better than you – the more adventurous types will love the thrill of the flumes, but some can be worried. Usually around age six the tall enough and brave enough come together and they will have the time of their lives. Remember for health and safety reasons there is NO lap riding and all our slides are single rides. Be sure to follow the slide instructions, ALL are feet first, absolutely NO head first sliding with the exception of 3Fall, which is specifically designed to be a head first mat ride.
Younger ones will feel more confident with someone that they know going ahead and in behind them, so do try to bring two adults or at least an older more independent child in your party. Failing that, send your child down ahead of you, being sure to give them time to slide down, they can be slower than usual and encourage them to exit the slide catch tray or pool immediately.
You may want to build your confidence before heading for the likes of the Devil's Drop or Wild Kamakaze - they're not for the faint hearted! We would recommend trying Wet and Wild or one of our tyre waterslides first. The waterpark experience can be a little daunting for younger children, especially when busy. The water is only max 1m deep so most should be able to stand, but there are lifeguard positions throughout the park if assistance is required. All our staff are uniformed, so make sure they know to speak to a person in uniform if you become separated, or perhaps agree to a designated meeting point such as the changing rooms, it can happen and is best to be prepared.
BUT NOW WE HAVE SHIPWRECK ISLAND TOO
Brand NEW for 2024! A haven of fun for under 12's and their accompanying adults.