Diggerland Yorkshire
Construction-themed family park with real diggers and rides
At a Glance
Best Ages
4–14 years
Cost
Varies
Time Needed
4–6 hours
Indoor/Outdoor
Mostly outdoor with indoor soft play
Weather Fit
Best in dry weather; some indoor options
Stroller Access
Yes, mostly flat site
Washrooms
On-site with disabled toilets
Food
Cafeteria with hot and cold snacks
Parking
Free on-site parking
Booking
Essential – pre-book online
Parent Effort
Medium (supervision and height checks)
Diggerland Yorkshire is a genuinely unique theme park where children and adults can ride, drive and operate real construction machinery. The compact layout means minimal walking between rides, and the mix of digger-based activities plus traditional attractions like dodgems and go-karts keeps a wide age range engaged. Pre-booking is essential to secure the best prices and guaranteed entry.
About This Place
Diggerland Yorkshire is one of four UK construction-themed family parks in the Diggerland chain, located in Castleford in West Yorkshire. Visitors of all ages can ride, drive, and operate real JCB diggers, excavators, and dumper trucks alongside go-karts, dodgems, and a Spindizzy ride, with all 20-plus rides and drives included in the admission price. The park is particularly popular with families with children aged four to fourteen and also offers school trips, birthday parties, and adult experience days.
Official Website open_in_new- Saturday – Sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
Hours were last verified in 2026. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date opening times.
Check the official website for current admission prices.
Drive real diggers
Kids and adults can operate full-size JCBs, dumpers and excavators under supervision.
All rides included
Over 20 rides and drives are included in the admission price with no extra tokens needed.
Indoor soft play
A two-storey climbing frame and Little Tikes area provide wet-weather backup for under-12s.
Compact park
Everything is within a short walk, making it easy to manage with young children.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Height restrictions
- Most rides require 90 cm+; children under 90 cm enter free but have limited ride access
- Pre-booking required
- Tickets must be booked online by midnight the day before; same-day online booking is not available
- Booking fee
- A £5 booking fee is added to all online orders
- Disabled access
- Free carer entry for registered disabled visitors; disabled parking and toilets available
- Dog policy
- Only registered guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted
- EV charging
- Electric vehicle charging is available on site
Kid Fit by Age
Under 90 cm enter free but cannot participate in most rides and drives
Free entry under 90 cm; limited to soft play, Little Tikes area and a few gentle rides
Aimed at ages 4+; many rides accessible and the digger theme is hugely engaging
The core target age; can drive and operate most machinery with supervision
Still plenty to enjoy, though the park is aimed at a younger audience
May find it limited unless genuinely interested in construction machinery; adult experience days available for 17+
Insider Tips
Book well in advance for the best price – walk-up tickets cost significantly more
Check the online ride height chart before visiting to manage expectations
The on-site cafeteria is affordable but you can bring a picnic to eat in your car if the weather allows
Private Site Huts can be hired for £69 as a sheltered base for the day – useful for mixed weather
- •All rides are supervised by trained staff with a strong focus on health and safety
- •Height checks are carried out at admissions and ride entrances
- •Children must meet minimum height requirements and be accompanied by an adult on certain rides
- •Free carer entry for registered disabled visitors with appropriate documentation
- •Disabled parking bays and accessible toilets on site
- •The park is relatively flat and compact, making it manageable for most mobility levels
- •Some rides may not be accessible for wheelchair users due to the nature of construction machinery
schedule Best Time to Visit
Weekends and school holidays are the main operating periods; the park is closed on weekdays outside of school holidays and shuts entirely for winter from November to February. Arrive at opening (10:00) to beat queues and enjoy the most popular rides first.
shopping_bag What to Bring
- check_boxComfortable closed-toe shoes (height is measured with shoes on)
- check_boxWaterproofs or sun protection depending on the forecast
- check_boxBooking confirmation and any discount vouchers
- check_boxProof of disability entitlement if claiming a free carer ticket
Location
Address
Willowbridge Lane, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 5NW
Phone
+441634711711
Last checked: 2026