Parking in Drayton Manor

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Drayton Manor is a theme park with rides, carousel, zoo, museum, and hotel. The zoo stretches over 15 acres and has more than 100 animals from all over the world. There are more than 50 rides and attractions across the park, including Thomas Land which covers more than 6,000 square metres. You can even check out the original set from the Thomas & Friends TV show. 

The theme park has accessible toilets and baby changing facilities in all toilet blocks. There are also wheelchairs and wheelchairs available to hire from the main entrance for £10 per day, with a £10 cash deposit also required. 

Drayton Manor has plenty of places to get something to eat, including Sodor Airport, Knapford Station, Burger Kitchen, Foods, the Tea Shop, Mrs. Kyndleys, Maelstrom Kiosk, Slush Station, EDE, Chicken Diner, and the Boathouse. There are options for dairy-free, gluten-free, and halal food and also a number of retail outlets where you can buy gifts and souvenirs. 

If you want to go camping or stay in your caravan, there is a camping and caravanning site which has 90 pitches next to the park, a children’s play area, Wi-Fi, toilets, and security. 

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If you’re looking for parking at Drayton Manor, there is an on-site car park available. When you arrive, you will take a ticket from the barrier system. You can then pay for your parking at any time during your visit. You will find a pay station at the main entrance, at Guest Services, opposite The Tea Shop, and at the Italiano exit. 

Drayton Manor parking costs £6 per day, but you can park for free for up to 30 minutes if you’re picking people up or dropping people off. 

If you’re a hotel guest or an Ultimate Pass holder, you can park for free by validating your ticket at the hotel reception, Guest Services, the main entrance kiosk, or the Entrance 1 kiosk. 

If you’re looking for other parking options nearby, there are a number of car parks throughout the centre of Tamworth, less than 10 minutes’ drive away. You will find the following:

• Aldergate car park
• Bolebridge Island (Odeon) car park
• Mill Lane car park 
• Hospital Street car park
• Holloway car park 
• Hospital Street 2 car park 
• Lower Gungate car park 
• Church Lane car park 
• Spinning School Lane car park 
• Marmion Street car park 
• Albion Street car park 
• Jolly Sailor car park 
• Riverdrive car park 
• Lichfield Street car park 

There are also season tickets available for Marmion Street, Albion Street, Spinning School Lane, Church Lane, Hospital Street, Lower Gungate, Jolly Sailor, and Rviverdrive car parks. 

If you’re a resident in the centre of Tamworth, you can buy a resident’s parking pass for £18 for a month, £90 for 6 months, or £150 for a year. 

Looking for a place to park at Drayton Manor? You can browse through the options available on our website. Long-term and short-term off-street parking options include driveways and lock-up garages. Book your car park in advance in minutes from the comfort of your couch.

By Train: The Wilnecote train station is a 5-minute drive away and services the CrossCountry line. 

By Bus: Several bus lines run nearby, including 110 and 115. 

By Car: Drayton Manor is located in Fazeley, accessible from Lichfield Street and Coleshill Road. 

If you’re looking for accessible Drayton Manor parking options, there are accessible parking spaces available within the on-site car park. 

To search for the disabled car park that is closest to Drayton Manor, see the Blue Badge Parking website.

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Where is Drayton Manor located?

Drayton Manor is in Fazeley, just outside of Tamworth. 

Can I bring my dog to Drayton Manor? 

Drayton Manor only allows service dogs and guide dogs. They must be kept on a leash at all times and are not allowed in ride queues or within the zoo. 

How old do you have to be to visit Drayton Manor? 

Children are allowed at the park, but everyone under 12 must be supervised by an adult aged 18 or older.

How much do tickets to Drayton Manor cost: 

If you pre-book tickets online up until midnight on the day before you visit, you will enjoy a slight discount on your ticket prices. 

Aged 12+:

• Pre-booked: £28.50
• On the day: £39.50

Aged 4 to 11:

• Pre-booked: £24.50
• On the day: £29.50

Aged 2 to 3:

• Pre-booked: £8.50
• On the day: £8.50

Under 2: 

• Pre-booked: free
• On the day: free

Aged 60+:

• Pre-booked: £26.50
• On the day: £29.50

Disabled/carer adult (each):

• Pre-booked: £24.50
• On the day: £29.50

Disabled child: 

• Pre-booked: £22.50
• On the day: £28.50

Expectant mother:

• Pre-booked: £26.50
• On the day: £29.50

Adult and toddler (only valid within term times, doesn’t include weekends, valid for an adult under 18 and a toddler aged 4 and under): 

• Pre-booked: £24

4 for £90:

• Pre-booked: £90
• On the day: £125

How much do season passes to Drayton Manor cost?

If you purchase a season pass to the park, you can visit the park as many times as you like for as long as your ticket is valid. 

• 12+ years: £50
• 4 to 11 years:  £45
• Expectant mothers and seniors:  £45
• Disabled/carer adult (each):  £43
• 2 to 3 years:  £25
• Under 2: free