For all you thrill-seeking water-loving families out there, you must read our next post covering Waterworld, the UK’s number waterpark.
It is a well-established waterpark here in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and almost a right of passage for children to go off there for a day during school holidays.
During the holidays you can sometimes find it hard to find activities that feel extra special, and perhaps if you aren’t going away, but still want to have some holiday-style fun, finding the perfect activity is tricky.
Well look no further, Waterworld can make for a fun-packed day out that will have you feeling as though you’ve had a mini break!
What we thought of the Waterworld
We were invited to a special two-hour VIP media event, where we had access to all the slides and activities available at the park. Waterworld has been on our family to-do list for some time, but we somehow still haven’t made it there. So when we were asked if we could attend we jumped at the chance.
We weren’t disappointed! We had the most amazing time. Of course, we had the additional advantage of no queues, however, considering that most general tickets allow for three hours in the park, we feel that this additional hour would account for any queuing.
Our family love the thrill slides and there are certainly plenty of them. In particular, the Cyclone, which felt as though you were a sweet in a giant sweet jar travelling down a magical colourful path – this one for me was the craziest slide and involved a rubber ring – I always think slides with rubber rings are such fun. This is one of their newest slides and goes outside and can be seen from major roads around Stoke!
The second slide we loved was the Space Bowl. It’s one of the oldest rides (I know this as I went on it as a child!) but it certainly is one of the best. You first travel down a fast slide into a bowl that throws you from side to side before landing you in the water! It’s unpredictable at which point you will enter the water – which I think is what makes it so fun!
We managed to get on every single slide and do all the activities, which made for a great evening. But the final favourite slide we need to mention is the Thunderbolt – this is for people over 140cm, and is a straight drop. Landing so fast that the water shoots into your face. My daughter went on this several times and loved it, I wasn’t so brave!
Other fun parts that we also really loved were the rapids and the wave pool – which comes on every 20 minutes or so – and notifies everyone with a loud sound so you can head on over and not miss the waves – they were such fun, and we often left a slide to go to it.
If you think this is somewhere your family would love to visit keep reading about what you need to do, to get tickets and find out where it’s located.
How can you visit Waterworld?
For your trip to Waterworld check out our guide below – and find tickets here on their website.
What does it cost to go?
Admission charges
- Peak unlimited – allowing unlimited time in the waterpark – £40
- Single ticket – giving you 3h in the waterpark – £22
- Combo waterpark + golf – £27
- Combo waterpark, golf and meal deal – £34.95
- Family ticket (2 adults 2 children) – £84
- Baby in arms – £7
Things to know
Your slot time is selected when making a booking – you cannot check-in before this time.
All tickets must now be pre-booked online.
Tickets are non-refundable however if you are unable to attend the ticket is transferrable in most instances.
All guests are guaranteed at least 3 hours in the water park (as long as you arrive at your designated time slot).
The changing rooms are communal, along with the showers. These facilities are basic but suitable.
You cannot consume your own food on the premises. There is food available in the waterpark, also at the entrance, there is a cafe/ice cream parlour, and a Subway on site.
Group/Party bookings must visit on the date and time they have booked for as these tickets are only valid for the chosen date.
Additional charges to note
Parking at Waterworld will cost £3.50 for the time you are there – there is no off-road parking available.
The lockers cost £2.50 – I feel this is pretty expensive. You need to pay a £5 deposit on top of the charge and this is refunded at the entrance cafe
– if you add this additional cost to your booking charge and pack lightly, one large locker per family of 5 can work (we managed this)
You need to pay a £5 deposit on top of the charge and this is refunded at the entrance cafe.
Where is Waterworld?
Waterworld Leisure Resort
Festival Park
Etruria
Stoke on Trent
Staffordshire
ST1 5PU
Opening Times
Open Monday to Sunday : 10:00 – 18:00
Times may vary – always check the website for up-to-date times.
About Waterworld
Waterworld was acquired by Stoke-on-Trent business owner Mo Chaudry in 1999, who managed to turn around the failing business. He started working after graduating as an insurance salesman, and then set up as an independent financial advisor and soon his success soared.
Mo has been married to his wife Ann since 1987, they have three children together and live in the Staffordshire countryside. The management of the Waterpark is now left to the next generation which Chaudry is happy about.
Review by: Lex Ward
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* We were provided with free entry passes in return for a review. All opinions are our own.
24 comments
This looks like great fun for the family, especially with the colder weather coming it is somewhere you can go and have a lot of fun
Absolutely as the water temperature is controlled and kept warm
Waterworld looks like such a fun place to take the family. We love indoor water parks like this because you don’t have to worry about sunburn or bad weather. I’d love to go there with the family.
Absolutely, and they also have an outdoor area for those who do like to be out
oh amazing!!! This looks like a ton of fun, exactly the kind of experience that I love doing with the kids…Super cool…
Super cool indeed, we can’t wait to go back again
This looks like a really fun place to go. I am not a fan of amusement parks, but I do like water parks. This one looks like it has something for everyone!
Agree, both my husband and I equally had fun
Waterparks are so much fun for families. I remember going to them when I was a kid…it just marked the start of summer for me when we would go! It’s a lot of fun and a great place to make memories ^_^
We created such great memories and my kids really had a fabulous time there
This reminds of aqua splash when I was younger and I used to have so much fun there. I’ve not been to a water park in ages, this one looks like fun for you and the family x
It certainly was, we had a great time
My kids love going to waterparks! They want to go almost every day in the summertime. I have to admit – I like them too, especially the lazy river!
Can’t agree with you more, we’ve had such a hot summer so a great idea for it
This sounds like a fun place to go as a family. We haven’t been to a waterpark in awhile, and it would be fun to check this out.
It absolutely is, such a great place to head out as a family
We haven’t been to a water park yet this year and it’s already September! I want to go to Volcano Bay.
Hope you do get to Volcano Bay soon enough
Looks like such a fun experience. I’d love to visit someday. Thanks for sharing!
You are welcome, glad you enjoyed the read
I keep hearing about Waterworld. I would love to go here for a family fun day soon. I know it would be tons of fun based on your review!
Yes it would be indeed, a huge waterpark with so much to do there
Who doesn’t love a good water park! Looks like you all had an amazing time and we may well pay this place a visit x
We did thank you, kids especially