Paradise Park
Newhaven, East Sussex
Average time spent – 1-2 hours.
Things to do at Paradise Park review
Paradise Park is a mini kids theme park in Newhaven, East Sussex. Located at the Paradise park garden centre. Other attractions include a museum about conservation, garden trails and a play area.
The Planet Earth museum follows the extraordinary life story of our planet, Earth. The exhibition is one of the finest of its type in the country. It is home to a unique collection of fossils, minerals and crystals up to 500 million years old. There is a dinosaur zone and you can follow the progress of man through displays in the museum.
There are themed plant houses with a desert zone, oriental style garden including Koi carp and more. There is a Dinosaur Safari where you can experience the sights and sounds of prehistoric times. The Paradise gardens are Newhaven’s hidden secret with several small lakes, waterfalls and fountains. The Sussex History Trail meanders through the gardens and includes hand-crafted models of Sussex landmarks.
The Playzone areas cater for children of all ages with a large tower and tube slide. Triassic Treetops adventure play with netted walkways through the trees. Plus there is an indoor play area with coloured tubes, balls, tunnels and slides plus a separate soft play area for under 5s. There is a miniature railway around the gardens, amusements and a nine-hole crazy golf course. They also host regular events.
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FAQ and Further Information Paradise Park
Address: Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH, East Sussex, England. Phone: 01273 512123
Category – Gardens and play areas – Indoors and Outdoors – Suitable for all ages
Is there food and drink available?
There is a restaurant serving hot and cold food and drinks.
What are the main things to do?
Gardens with a history trail, museum about planet earth, dinosaur safari, play areas and a miniature railway. There are toilets and a restaurant.
What are the ticket prices?
*Mid-range
*Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online. *Mid-range. Anyone age 3 and over are £9.99. Some activities have an additional charge such as golf £1, amusement tokens 25p, train rides £1.
Is there parking?
There is a free on-site car park.
When are they open?
Paradise Park is open for most of the year, closed Christmas day and Boxing day. For up to date opening times please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Please contact the venue.
Are they accessible?

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