Thorpe Park boasts the UK's only quadruple corkscrew... plus lots for younger kids
A great place to visit with the whole family, Thorpe Park offers extreme thrills for the adventure seeking, through to softer rides for the children. Don't forget, this water-based park also has man-made beaches for you to soak up the sun on.
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Over in Wales is Oakwood with 5 large thrill rides - this is Hydro, why not test the rest?
At Oakwood you'll find some big thrills - test your nerve in rides such as Hydro (above), but you'll also find a whole lot more. Why not head to theatre for a magic display, or get your hands wet while panning for gold.
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Legoland combines rides with themes and of course, those clever little bricks
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year is the LEGO brick, and where better to appreciate it than at Legoland, Winsor. Here you can see numerous attractions, all built from LEGO. These include; a London landscape; an aeroplane cockpit, and a 'Hall of Fame' including your favourite celebrities such as Mickey Mouse. And of course, the kids will enjoy lots of fun rides too!
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The faces say it all on this ride at Alton Towers
Alton Towers is not for the faint-hearted. A number of energetic rides are bound to please thrill seekers, and if you do need that little break then why not spend some time in the Cariba Creek Waterpark. Of course there are many attractions for younger kids too.
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This may look scary, but at Chessington there are rides for all ages (and nerves)
Chessington is not just for kids, and this picture proves it! The little ones will enjoy a number of attractions designed with them in mind, but all you big kids will have a great day here too.
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We all love chocolate... Learn the Cadbury story, see it being made and eat, eat, eat!
Mmm, where better for a chocolate lover to spend a day. Looking at this picture, I can't think of anywhere! Cadbury World is a fantastic place to discover chocolate; learn Cadbury's story, see the chocolate being made, and visit the world's biggest Cadbury shop. I'm just going to book some tickets...
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Not strictly a Theme Park, but Clearsky Adventure Centre seems too good to miss
Located in Northern Ireland, Clearsky Adventure Centre is just 45 minutes from Belfast. Head here for outdoor adventures including absailing, archery and orienteering, and if you're not afraid to get wet then why not give kayaking, raft races and rock hopping a go?
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Drayton Park combines thrill rides with fun for kids in Thomas Land
Visit Thomas Land at Drayton Park to see the famous Tank Engine and friends. Of course, you can also test your nerve on the Thrill Rides, learn bout animals in the zoo, or enjoy some time with the family in the Family Fun area.
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