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The best deals on UK family days out, including Black Friday offers on Alton Towers trips
We’ve found the perfect family day out spots for you, including fun things to do this Christmas
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Your support makes all the difference.Thinking of ways to keep everyone entertained is easier said than done, but when it comes to saving some cash on your upcoming adventures, whether that be weekend trips or half-term holiday minibreaks, the best voucher codes and discounts are worth having on the radar.
If you’re planning a trip abroad, our Tui discount codes will help you save money on your trip. But, if you’re thinking about organising a family staycation or a fun, local day out, there’s plenty to be excited about right here in the UK, be that exploring the rolling hills or a trip to a theme park.
For those shopping savvy for their next adventure, we have selected some of the best discount codes and deals on fun-filled family trips out. Case in point, you can save up to £39 on Legoland tickets at the moment, and, with Black Friday just around the corner, Alton Towers is already offering a Black Friday deal.
Almost guaranteed to be a fun one for families and Lego fans alike, the Legoland Windsor resort is based just two miles from Windsor town centre, with adventure golf, theme park attractions and shows and entertainment that everyone will enjoy.
As well as this top discount there are many more of The Independent’s hand-picked voucher codes to take advantage of right now across fashion and beauty to tech and home appliances too.
Legoland discount codes
Our top pick is an offer on Legoland online tickets. Right now, visitors can save up to £39 on Christmas tickets.
Book ahead online and enjoy 57 per cent off your tickets, which is a massive saving, especially if you’re buying for a large group. Keep in mind you won’t need a voucher code, the deal will simply be applied to your basket when you reach the checkout.
Let’s face it, Legoland is a great day out for both kids and adults alike. You can experience more than 50 different rides, including the minifigure speedway which, new for 2024 has been dubbed the world’s first Lego-themed roller coaster that goes backwards as well as forwards.
You can even stay the night in the Castle Hotel, play a game of adventure golf and catch a Lego-themed show. So, if a fun-packed adventure park is on your to-do list this summer, the whole family’s tickets could be better than half-price when you buy online with this deal, so don’t miss out.
What’s more, if you’re a student heading to Legoland then you can also save some money by making an account with Student Beans. This will enable you to get discounted entry to the LEGOLAND Windsor resort.
Best of the rest:
Alton Towers discount codes
You’re sure to have a thrilling day out at Alton Towers, the iconic British theme park that has been a popular destination for thrill-seekers for more than 40 years. The park, located in Staffordshire, is home to more than 40 roller coasters, rides and attractions. The line-up features the wooden Wicker Man rollercoaster, the waterpark and the Sensory Garden in CBeebies Plus, with the “extraordinary” golf, and luxury treehouse and woodland lodges for accommodation overnight, there’s something for everyone.
Now, with Black Friday just around the corner, Alton Towers has launched its Black Friday package deal ahead of the annual shopping event landing later this month. With tickets starting at £35 per person, kids’ tickets will include free child entry to the waterpark, golf and more.
Getting the whole family into the spirit of Christmas, the Alton Towers Santa Sleepovers package starts from £90 per person. A magical trip for kids (and let’s face it, an enchanting experience for adults, too), it includes an overnight stay at one of Alton Tower’s themed hotels, along with a visit to Santa’s Grotto, and lots more festive fun.
Plus, you won’t want to miss this deal which sees 56 per cent off tickets and passes now. What’s more, this autumn, Alton Towers is offering season-end savings that will secure you free entry on your second day at the theme park. Saving you up to £67 per person, the deal will be valid until 6th November.
National Trust discount codes
Should you be looking to make the most of the most beautiful areas of the countryside and the historic buildings nestled within it, the National Trust is always worth checking out. Your membership gives free access to more than 500 National Trust spots, and inspiration of where to go next, courtesy of the National Trust Magazine. Save money with a joint membership that costs £151.20 in total per year as opposed to an individual membership that costs £91.20 a year, per person.
And, when you use the code “10NAF” you can save 35 per cent on selected stays.
Why choose Legoland?
“If, like me, you’re the parent of an energetic youngster, Legoland should be high on your list of places to visit as a family. Ideal for day trips or short breaks, there are more than 50 rides to choose from, as well as live shows and attractions designed to delight children (and, let’s face it, adults) of all ages. The ultimate Lego adventure, you can even stay the night at the Castle Hotel, where you can take your pick of amazing, themed rooms to suit every kind of Lego lover,” says Sarah Jones, assistant eCommerce editor.
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