1. South East and London
  2. East Sussex
  3. Hailsham

About Knockhatch Adventure Park

Looking for your next family adventure? Then, head to Knockhatch Adventure Park for the ultimate outdoor playground experience and an exciting day for families to experience together! If you're looking for a fantastic range of activities, adorable animals and family rides, this theme park is for you!

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Knockhatch Adventure Park offers loads of exciting activities for visitors of all ages, from animal experiences and fun-tastic outdoor activities to thrilling rides. It really is a place the whole family will love!

Adventure seekers can explore exhilarating experiences such as Sherlock Holmes, the Wave Runner, and the giant Lost World Playbarn slides. The Jungle Splash is a huge wet play area with water arches, gushers, fountains and a massive waterfall. Animal lovers can enjoy petting and feeding a wide range of friendly farm animals, including llamas, emus and goats.

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Let's go to Sussex's fastest growing theme park & zoo!

Knockhatch Adventure Park offers an unbeatable day out with an extraordinary mix of attractions for all ages. Feel the adrenaline on Wave Runner 2, our thrilling water coaster where you’ll race down four slides at speed . Step into the mystery at the Sherlock Holmes Experience, an immersive walk-through adventure that challenges your mind as you uncover clues in Sherlock’s Victorian world. Enjoy daily Owl Shows, where huge owls swoop low over your head as our expert keepers share fascinating insights into these incredible birds of prey.

Cool off at Jungle Splash, a family splash pad with flumes, slides, jets and a roaring waterfall, perfect for younger guests to play safely and freely during sunny days. Explore the Jungle Kingdom Zoo, home to playful meerkats, curious coatis, mischievous lemurs and many more exotic creatures, giving children and adults alike the chance to see and learn about animals nose to nose!

With thrilling rides, engaging educational experiences, and fun-filled water play all in one place, Knockhatch Adventure Park promises a day out that’s packed with variety, excitement and adventure – creating memories that will last a lifetime. Pre-book and save!

Hands-On Owl, Meerkat, Lemur & Keeper Experiences!

Get closer than ever to your favourite animals with our unforgettable Keeper Experiences at Knockhatch Adventure Park. Meet our beautiful owls in an intimate session where you’ll learn about their incredible hunting skills, natural behaviours, and even handle these majestic birds under expert guidance. Step into the world of meerkats with an encounter that lets you feed and interact with these curious, social creatures as they climb, dig, and play around you.

For something truly special, our ring-tailed lemur experience invites you inside their enclosure to feed and watch these energetic primates leap from branch to branch, showcasing their agility and personalities up close. Each animal encounter is led by our friendly, knowledgeable keepers who share fascinating facts, care insights, and conservation messages, ensuring your visit is inspiring as well as memorable.

Whether you dream of handling an owl, feeding cheeky meerkats, or meeting lemurs face to face, these unique experiences create magical moments for animal lovers of all ages. Limited slots mean you’ll enjoy a relaxed, personal session with plenty of time for questions and photos. Make your day at Knockhatch truly extraordinary with an experience you’ll never forget!

Thrilling Rides, Cute Animals & Epic Adventure Playgrounds!

At Knockhatch Adventure Park, kids love the unbeatable mix of play, animals, and imaginative adventures. Zoom down the Meerkat Slide, where children whizz past meerkats watching curiously from their enclosure, creating an unforgettable connection with these playful animals. Cool off at Jungle Splash, our vibrant splash pad filled with jets, slides, and waterfall, right in the middle of the zoo so little ones can play while spotting their favourite creatures nearby.

Step into another world at The Lost World Play Barn, home to enormous dinosaur slides, an aerial climbing frame, and interactive prehistoric theming for a jurrasic adventure. Discover The Magical Wood Immersive Play Barn, a beautifully themed indoor playground where children’s imaginations run wild as they explore enchanted woodland scenes, climb tree hollows, and crawl through hidden tunnels.

For budding knights and brave adventurers, Dragon Castle awaits, inviting kids to scale its heights, conquer turrets, and feel like royalty overlooking their kingdom below. Every attraction is designed to inspire play, learning, and confidence – whether climbing, splashing, sliding, or exploring. Knockhatch Adventure Park delivers non-stop excitement, ensuring children leave with huge smiles and happy journeys home!

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Facilities

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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Friday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 17:30
Special Days

    Wednesday, December 24 2025: Closed

    Thursday, December 25 2025: Closed

    Friday, December 26 2025: Closed

    Thursday, January 1 2026: Closed

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Adult (2-18+) : £20.99

Orange Day Ticket Prices from April 2025

Individual Adult or Child (2yrs+)

Gate: £24.99

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £20.99

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+) with One Carer (18yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £41.98

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+) with Two Carers (18yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £62.97

Group Admission (2yrs+)15 - 39 people

Gate: £22.99

Everyone (2yrs+)Half Price after 3.30pm

Gate: £12.49

All attractions will be open

Please check the 'What's Open' page before booking.

Green Day Ticket Prices from April 2025

Individual Adult or Child (2yrs+)

Gate: £17.99

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £15.99

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+) with One Carer (18yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £31.98

Person with Disabilities (2yrs+) with Two Carers (18yrs+)*See the T's and C's below regarding this ticket.

Gate: £47.97

Group Admission (2yrs+)15 - 39 people

Gate: £15.99

Everyone (2yrs+)Half Price after 3.30pm

Gate: £8.99

On a Green Day some attractions are closed.

Please check the 'What's Open' page before booking.

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 4 - 5 hours

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Food & Drink Options

There are so many places to enjoy a bite to eat:

The Hungry Toad - pizzas, toasties and jacket potatoes.

The Burger bar - burgers, chicken nuggets and frankfurters.

Dino Kiosk - American-style hot dog in a baguette, ice creams and Costa hot drink.

Knockhatch Waffle House - ice creams, Costa hot drinks and waffles!

The Jumping Pillow Hut - ice creams, Costa hot drinks and sugared doughnuts! 

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Toilets

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Private Hire & Birthday Parties

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Contact Details

Knockhatch Adventure Park
Hailsham Bypass
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 3PR
England

Off the A22 East Sussex, 9 miles north of Eastbourne

Tel: 01323442051

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Transport Information

Travelling By Train

The closest station is Polegate which is an 8-minute taxi ride to the adventure park.

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Last Updated: 15:00 06/09/2025

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