Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is Diggerland Durham wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Diggerland Durham is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Is Diggerland Durham baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.

Yes, Diggerland Durham is dog friendly Service & guide dogs only.

Do you require dogs to be on a lead at all times?

Yes, dogs must be kept on a lead.

Are water stations available for dogs?

No, water stations are not available for dogs.

Is there a fee for bringing a dog? If so, how much?

No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Are there any restrictions on food that can be brought in?

No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.

Are there picnic areas/designated spaces for eating your own food?

Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.

Is there a place to warm up food?

No, there is no place to warm up food.

How much does food and drink typically cost for a family of 4?

For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £20.

Are there high chairs available for kids?

Yes, high chairs are available for kids.

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

Yes, Diggerland Durham has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.

What type of packages do you offer?

HIRE OF BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION / GROUP MEETING ROOM _______________________ Purchase Diggerland tickets as standard & upgrade your booking for a further £40, to include exclusive use of our birthday celebrations / fun group area. _______________________ £40.00 room hire charge for 3 hour period. Time slots available: 10:00am to 1:00pm, or 1:30pm to 4:30pm (1:00pm to 4:00pm when parks close at 4:00pm) Includes use of fridge within the party area for guests own food and drink Tables and chairs provided Does not include the supply of food, drink or any extras i.e. balloons or certificates Must be pre-booked through Head Office. Please call us to book on 01634 711 711 (option 2 for bookings) or email us at mail@diggerland.com Visitors needs to purchase admission tickets to hire the party area. Groups of 20+ Visitors can benefit from our group rate.

Can you rent a private room? If so, what are the costs?

HIRE OF BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION / GROUP MEETING ROOM _______________________ Purchase Diggerland tickets as standard & upgrade your booking for a further £40, to include exclusive use of our birthday celebrations / fun group area. _______________________ £40.00 room hire charge for 3 hour period. Time slots available: 10:00am to 1:00pm, or 1:30pm to 4:30pm (1:00pm to 4:00pm when parks close at 4:00pm) Includes use of fridge within the party area for guests own food and drink Tables and chairs provided Does not include the supply of food, drink or any extras i.e. balloons or certificates Must be pre-booked through Head Office. Please call us to book on 01634 711 711 (option 2 for bookings) or email us at mail@diggerland.com Visitors needs to purchase admission tickets to hire the party area. Groups of 20+ Visitors can benefit from our group rate.

Is catering provided?

No, private catering is not provided.

What is the maximum number of guests allowed?

The maximum number of guests allowed is 50.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Diggerland Durham had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Diggerland Durham

Durham, County Durham

Ages 4+

Theme Parks and Funfairs Indoor and Soft Play Areas Outdoor

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About Diggerland Durham

Are your children always pulling out every single toy truck and digger they own? Then show them the real thing at Diggerland theme park in Durham! An ideal theme park for family days out.

Things to do at Diggerland Durham

There are loads of fun and adventure activities to enjoy at Diggerland, an exciting adventure park near Durham city. At this fun park choose from an array of rides, family friendly attractions and all sorts of machines to operate. In addition, there's some lovely indoor and outdoor places to purchase delicious food or enjoy a picnic alfresco. You can also book adult experience days too. So, this makes Diggerland Durham the perfect destination for families in the North East to have a full day out because there's something for all.

Rides at Diggerland, Durham

Watch your child's eyes light up as they jump in the hot seat of real diggers, dumpers and other full-sized construction machinery! With 20 different rides and over 100 awesome machines on site this is a destination for action! Mini diggers are a chance for children to sniff out some buried treasure and get a real feeling for what it's like to work on earth moving machinery. Dumper Trucks are a firm favourite and have their very own, purpose-built course. Every piece of machinery offers an exciting experience for children.

Go Karts and Mini Landrovers Put your foot on the pedal and enjoy an off road ride with the mini tractors, go-karts or mini Landrovers! These will soon become some of your children's favourite rides! Groundshuttle is a bigger off road ride which places you in a purpose built carriage on the front of a telehandler. Get ready for some rocking and rolling about!

Exciting rides

If you are feeling daring, why not reach lofty heights and fly 50 ft. up in the air on the Skyshuttle attraction. Trust us, the awe-inspiring views are truly amazing up there! Turn your world upside down with head reeling turns on Spindizzy, an experience you won't forget! You enter seating at the base of the digger arm to then be dipped and tipped. Be warned Spindizzy shows no mercy, but it's super fun!

Please not that minimum height restrictions do apply on all attractions at Diggerland Durham.

Soft Play at Diggerland Durham

An indoor soft play and games arcade area are additional activities at Diggerland Durham. The soft play is included in the admission price.

Food and Drink at Diggerland Durham

There is an indoor cafe serving a wide selection of hot meals and light snacks. Pick up a warm cappuccino, a perfect pick me up for tired parents or treat the kids to a fizzy drink. Also, when the weather is good there's cafe outdoor seating. Diggerland has a five star food hygiene rating.

What can my children spend their pocket money on?

A stop at the Diggerland goodie store gift shop is a must when visiting Diggerland Durham, to buy that all important memento of the day. Kids will be spoilt for choice with all the fun gifts they can take home.

Visit the official website

Children and adults can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers

Located in Kent, Devon, Durham and Yorkshire, your closest Diggerland UK Theme park is the perfect destination for action, fun and thrill packed family days out.

20 Different Rides and Drives

Get to grips with real JCBs and Komatsu excavators! Take a head-reeling turn or two on Spindizzy… Rise to lofty heights and enjoy the views on the Skyshuttle. Enjoy an off-road ride on the Groundshuttle or have a go on the Dodgems and Go-Karts!

Gift Vouchers Available:

2 person gift voucher – £51.90

3 person gift voucher – £77.85

4 person gift voucher – £103.80

Dumper Truck Racing – £49.95pp

Group JCB Experience – £87.99pp

Individual JCB Experience – £164.99

Monster Digger Experience – £186.99

Facilities

Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

Term Time (February - October) Saturday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

School Holidays(February - October) Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

Visit Diggerland.com to find the full opening dates and times.

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-17) : £38.00
Adult (17-18+) : £38.00

General Admission

Pay on the day
Adults: £38.00
Kids 90cm+: £38.00

Age 65+: £19.00
Under 90cm: Free

Prebook tickets online
Adults: £25.95
Kids (90cm+): £25.95

Age 65+: £12.97
Under 90cm: Free

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time more than 5 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

Food & Drink Options

Full menu can be seen on the Diggerland Website

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
: No, there is no parking fees.
: There is on-site parking available
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.
: No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.
: Yes, Diggerland Durham is dog friendly
Service & guide dogs only.
: Yes, dogs must be kept on a lead.
: Service & guide dogs only.
: No, water stations are not available for dogs.
: No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food
: No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.
: Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.
: No, there is no place to warm up food.
: For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £20.
: Yes, high chairs are available for kids.

Accessibility Information

: Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.
: No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.
: No, special assistance is not available.
: Yes, Diggerland Durham is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, Diggerland Durham had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: Yes, Diggerland Durham has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.
: HIRE OF BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION / GROUP MEETING ROOM _______________________ Purchase Diggerland tickets as standard & upgrade your booking for a further £40, to include exclusive use of our birthday celebrations / fun group area. _______________________ £40.00 room hire charge for 3 hour period. Time slots available: 10:00am to 1:00pm, or 1:30pm to 4:30pm (1:00pm to 4:00pm when parks close at 4:00pm) Includes use of fridge within the party area for guests own food and drink Tables and chairs provided Does not include the supply of food, drink or any extras i.e. balloons or certificates Must be pre-booked through Head Office. Please call us to book on 01634 711 711 (option 2 for bookings) or email us at mail@diggerland.com Visitors needs to purchase admission tickets to hire the party area. Groups of 20+ Visitors can benefit from our group rate.
: HIRE OF BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION / GROUP MEETING ROOM _______________________ Purchase Diggerland tickets as standard & upgrade your booking for a further £40, to include exclusive use of our birthday celebrations / fun group area. _______________________ £40.00 room hire charge for 3 hour period. Time slots available: 10:00am to 1:00pm, or 1:30pm to 4:30pm (1:00pm to 4:00pm when parks close at 4:00pm) Includes use of fridge within the party area for guests own food and drink Tables and chairs provided Does not include the supply of food, drink or any extras i.e. balloons or certificates Must be pre-booked through Head Office. Please call us to book on 01634 711 711 (option 2 for bookings) or email us at mail@diggerland.com Visitors needs to purchase admission tickets to hire the party area. Groups of 20+ Visitors can benefit from our group rate.
: No, private catering is not provided.
: The maximum number of guests allowed is 50.

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Riverside Industrial Estate, Langley Park
Durham
County Durham
DH7 9TT
England

What3words: estate.incorrect.twigs

Tel: 01634711711

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About Diggerland Durham

Children and adults can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers

20 Different Rides and Drives

Gift Vouchers Available:

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink Options

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Public Transport

Contact Details

Transport Information

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