Paultons Park, which is located in the New Forest close to the hamlet of Ower, was featured alongside 39 other attractions in a list from The Telegraph.

It included the likes of Scone Palace in Perth, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Monkey World in Dorset.

Introducing the ranking, the publication said: “School’s out, the long summer break lies ahead, and regions across the UK are awash with exciting ideas for fun-packed days out.

“With a rising trend for screen-free ’90s summer’ activities on social media, parents are increasingly eager to encourage their kids to spend less time on their digital devices and more time enjoying nostalgic pursuits.

“Whether it’s a thrilling theme park ride, a peaceful nature trail along leafy lanes, or a chance to create a masterpiece in clay, there’s something to suit you and your family.”

The full list of the best days out for the summer holidays can be found on The Telegraph website here.

Why is Paultons Park among the UK’s best days out for the summer holidays?

Paultons Park has a huge variety of rides and different themed sections to explore that make it an ideal day out for families.

The Telegraph wrote: “New for 2025, Ghostly Manor is the latest and spookiest ride at this family-run theme park, which offers 70 rides across 140 acres, including splash parks and adventure playgrounds.

“Baby Evie makes an appearance at its Peppa Pig World area this summer.”

There are five themed worlds that guests can make the most of, including Peppa Pig World, which is arguably its most well-known.

Other areas that make up Paultons Park are Tornado Springs, Lost Kingdom, Critter Creek and Wild Lands.

Discussing its rides, the attraction’s website says: “Paultons has a wide variety of children’s rides, family rides and thrill rides to enjoy all included in the price of entry tickets.

“There’s something for everyone at our amusement park, including rollercoasters, water rides, train rides, flat rides, drop tower rides, a driving school and much more!

“There are many rides for children under 1 metre in height too including a balloon ride, Ferris wheel, boat rides, tractor rides, train rides and more.”

What do visitors think of Paultons Park?

Paultons Park has been well-received by visitors, earning a 4.5/5 score on Tripadvisor from 11,023 reviews.

One person wrote: “An excellent family day out. Grounds are very tidy, it is clean and well kept. The rides are phenomenal and height restrictions and age are very fair.”

Another said: “Peppa Pig World at Paultons Park is everything a family day out with little ones should be.

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“Short queues, friendly staff, clean facilities, and rides that are genuinely suited for preschoolers.”

A third shared: “Very impressed with Paulton’s Park and Peppa Pig world. The place is very well organised, clean and well run.

“All the information is good and it looks like a relatively new place although we know it’s been there for 20 years plus.”