Diggerland Yorkshire
Castleford, West Yorkshire
About Diggerland Yorkshire
Are you ready for a unique and thrilling adventure? Look no further than Diggerland Yorkshire, the perfect destination for both kids and adults who have always dreamed of operating real construction machinery. Located in Castleford, West Yorkshire, this exciting theme park offers a one-of-a-kind experience where visitors can ride, drive, and operate various types of construction equipment. Whether you want to dig holes with an excavator, drive a dumper truck, or operate a JCB, Diggerland Yorkshire has it all!
A Unique Theme Park Experience
Diggerland stands out from other theme parks because of its unique focus on construction machinery. Kids and adults alike can enjoy the rare opportunity to ride, drive, and operate full-size construction machinery, all in a safe and controlled environment. This unique experience not only thrills but also educates, offering a hands-on understanding of how these massive machines work.
For any little diggers who are mad for machinery, stop them from creating holes all over the garden with a trip to Diggerland Yorkshire! This amazing visitor attraction and destination for action is great for family days out for an amazing time! This theme park is based in West Yorkshire and will be an action-packed day. Full of diggers, dumpers and all sorts of full-sized construction machinery.
Attractions for All Ages
Whether you're a toddler, a teen, or a parent, Diggerland Yorkshire has something for everyone. Younger children will delight in the Mini Landrovers and the Dippy Ducks ride, while older kids and adults can challenge themselves with the Spindizzy or take a more relaxed approach with the Skyshuttle, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Good selection of rides
With 20 different rides and additional activities both indoor and outdoor, this big attraction in Yorkshire is filled with great family fun!
Pick things up a gear while being head-reeling turn on the Spindizzy. It certainly lives up to its dizzy title, as does the Skyshuttle as you’re thrown 50 ft. into air! Also, exclusive to the Yorkshire site is Kart-World: an indoor go-karting course for kids aged 6 and over. It’s the super speed pal to those supersize diggers! This is an ideal theme park for those who want to operate like real diggers for digger fun! With giant diggers, spin dizzy rides and dumper trucks, there is a wide selection of rides for everyone to have a wonderful time! Even adults can get involved with adult experience days!
There are also mini dumpers, electric ride-on cars and single rides for everyone to enjoy! Whether you are on your last bit of holiday fun, there is an adventure construction and road ride for everyone.
Please check the ride height chart as height restrictions do apply on all rides and drives.
Food and Drink
There is a wide range of different food options for everyone to enjoy after their day out here. From ice cream vans to fast food and paninis. The café staff will make sure you're happy with your food, cold snacks and beverages.
Gift shop
You can also check out the amazing diggerland goodie store filled with loads of souvenirs and presents for you to purchase on your visit. Your memorable souvenir will let you keep an amazing memory from your exciting day out!
Why Day Out With The Kids recommends Diggerland Yorkshire
Educational and Fun
Diggerland isn't just about fun, it's also educational. The park provides an opportunity for children to learn about construction and engineering in an interactive and engaging way. It's a hands-on learning experience that children will remember long after the day is over.
Family-Friendly Environment
The park is designed with families in mind. There are plenty of picnic areas and food options, ensuring that families can refuel and continue their day of fun.
Private Site Huts
At Diggerland Yorkshire we have private site huts available to hire for the day if you are looking to make your visit even better. A perfect family base with exclusive space and great shelter in both wet and hot weather.
Gift Vouchers Available:
Diggerland Theme Park Gift Vouchers are the perfect present for digger fanatics! Go on, make their day extra special! Our Theme Park Gift Vouchers can be purchased for 2, 3 or 4 people. Each gift voucher will allow entry into the Diggerland adventure park with access to all rides & drives for the whole day!
We also offer gift vouchers for our adult experience days too. So if you are looking for a gift for somebody over 17 and they want to give something new a try, why not get them a gift voucher for an experience at Diggerland!
Order on the Diggerland website.
20 Different Rides and Drives
20 Different Rides and Drives included within your admission to Diggerland.
Children and adults can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening 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 Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
View Diggerland website for full opening dates and times
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £39.50
- Adult (17-18+) : £39.50
General Admission
Prebook tickets onlineAdults: £25.95Kids (90cm+): £25.95
Under 90cm: Free
Age 65+: £12.97
Pay on the dayAdults: £39.50Kids (90cm+): £39.50Under 90cm: Free
Age 65+: £19.75
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 diggerland menu can be seen online
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Willowbridge Lane
Castleford
West Yorkshire
WF10 5NW
England
What3words: nutrients.graph.unsigned
Tel: 01634711711
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
There is an electric vehicle charging at Diggerland using Tesla Destination Chargers, up to 11kW. The chargers are free for paying Diggerland visitors. Diggerland is also partnered with EVision Electric Vehicles to ensure they provide plenty of charging points.
You can even visit the park via public transport and find the nearest stations too.
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