Lightwater Valley

#850 among destinations in the United Kingdom

Park, Relax in park, Theme park, Amusement park

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Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park is a theme park in North Stainley, North Yorkshire, England. The park is home to Europe's longest roller coaster, The Ultimate. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1969 (55 years ago)Season: March - NovemberTotal rides: 36Roller coasters: 4Water rides: 2Elevation: 240 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 54°10'34"N, 1°34'14"W

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North StainleyEnglandUnited Kingdom

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+44 1765 635321

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Lightwater Valley – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fountains Abbey, Studley Royal Park, Hack Fall Wood, Ripon Cathedral.

4.6 miS
, Gothic architecture, Monastery
Fountains Abbey, Ripon
118 min walk • Nestled in the scenic valley of the River Skell, Fountains Abbey is a breathtaking historical gem located near the city of Ripon, in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. This majestic monastery, which dates back to the 12th century, is one of the largest and best-preserved...
4.2 miS
, Park
Studley Royal Park
107 min walk • Studley Royal Park, a verdant tapestry of landscaped gardens and serene water features, stands as a testament to the English garden style that swept across Europe in the 18th century. Nestled in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a...
3 miW
Forest
Hack Fall Wood, Nidderdale AONB
77 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Hack Fall Wood offers a resplendent retreat into nature's embrace, a mere stone's throw from the quaint villages and rolling hills of North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
3.5 miSE
Medieval building with a Saxon crypt
Ripon Cathedral, Ripon
89 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Peter and St Wilfrid, commonly known as Ripon Cathedral, and until 1836 known as Ripon Minster, is a cathedral in the North Yorkshire city of Ripon.
4.7 miSE
Horse track, Gambling, Sport venue
Ripon Racecourse, Ripon
119 min walk • Ripon Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located in Ripon, North Yorkshire, England and is nicknamed the Garden Racecourse.
~1430 ftS
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
The Ultimate Roller Coaster
7 min walk • The Ultimate Roller Coaster in the United Kingdom is the quintessence of excitement for extreme thrill enthusiasts. This impressive attraction, located in the heart of a British amusement park, attracts throngs of daring adrenaline seekers.
3 miN
Nightlife
Nosterfield, Bedale
77 min walk • Nosterfield is a hamlet within the civil parish of West Tanfield in the Hambleton district of North Yorkshire, England formerly used for quarrying.
4 miS
Church
St. Mary's Church
102 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the United Kingdom, St. Mary's Church stands as a serene testament to the country's rich religious heritage. This architectural marvel, often characterized by its soaring spires and intricate stained glass windows, has been a place of worship...
4.6 miS
Museum, History museum
Fountains Hall
118 min walk • Nestled within the stunning landscape of North Yorkshire, Fountains Hall stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural grandeur of the United Kingdom. This stately Elizabethan mansion, now operating as a museum, offers visitors a glimpse into the opulence...
~1160 ftNE
54°10'40"N • 1°33'58"W
Lightwater Valley, Ripon
6 min walk • Shopping, Nature and wildlife, Park
3.7 miSE
Body of water, Park, Canal
Ripon Canal, Ripon
94 min walk • The Ripon Canal is located in North Yorkshire, England. It was built by the canal engineer William Jessop to link the city of Ripon with the navigable section of the River Ure at Oxclose Lock, from where boats could reach York and Hull.