A Family Sunday afternoon Diggerland | Partially re-opened yesterday, on Saturday 11 July
Diggerland is an adventure theme park experience. As the name suggests you can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other full- size construction machinery.
Okay, so when we first pulled up into the industrial site, I must admit, Ade and I looked at each other and was like ‘What on earth is this!’. Don’t worry, it all changed when we walked in! Don’t judge a book by it cover and all that!
Today was our first time here, while there have been a few changes to ensure safety during COVID, we cannot comment on the differences. We can, however, say we had a great time there, it was positively simple, no excessive queues and chilled and that’s what we like sometimes.
When we arrived, we had a quick non-invasive temperature check to ensure we were okay to enter, which was a little different as Avery and Levi generally do not have to do this- but that’s not an issue!
Alright, so the rides and drives are determined by height. The park is aimed at children between 4 and 14 years of age; however, Avery, who just turned two thoroughly enjoyed himself. If your 90 cm+, you can go on at least 75% of the rides/drives- which is excellent. Avery is just under so he was only eligible for 9 out of the 20 rides/ drives, but he is FREE. Although he is suitable for nine, only eight were in working order, and I didn’t see the Safari SUV ride, but that might have just been me. Hubby enjoyed the ‘Spindizzy’ ride alone, but I think his head was spinning afterwards. This would be a good time to mention that you do require a face mask on some of the rides/ drives. I think you should allow 3 – 4 hours depending on how many rides/ drives you plan on going on. All in all, we had a fantastic family Sunday and as always made beautiful memories. Also, it is pretty cool that Avery gets to say he has ridden full-size construction machinery.
The important Bits
WHERE is it?
Rochester, Kent
There are three other locations I am aware of:
- Langley Park, Co. Durham;
- Castleford, Yorkshire; and
- Diggerland Devon campsite in Cullompton, Devon.
WHEN is it open?
Daily 10 am – 5 pm
HOW much is it?
Adults to age 65 & children 90cm or over £19.95
Under 90 cm FREE
WHAT isn’t open, to reduce COVID spread?
- Indoor play area
- bouncy castle
- indoor Little Tikes
- Joyrider
Hand sanitiser provided
No dedicated baby feeding room; however, mothers may use the children’s play area or the Baby Changing area for privacy. Bottle Warming is available at the Dig Inn cafe.
Baby Changing Facilities available
There are many picnic areas.
FREE parking
Pushchair friendly
Would we come back?
Yes, we will be back when Avery and Levi are both above 90 cm- it’s so close to us, it’s a no brainer- plus we all had so much fun! I would recommend it, especially now given the ques are non-existent.
