With the world’s biggest Thomas Land shop, the infamous Apocalypse, chocolate rain, Europe’s one and only stand-up roller coaster (Shockwave), The Snowdome and much more, a visit to Drayton Manor Theme Park is a must. Prior to being converted into a theme park, it was the residence of none other than Robert Peel, Britain’s ex-Prime Minister and founder of the Metropolitan Police Force.
Book the best deals for cheap hotels near Drayton Manor or other places to stay such as budget b&b’s or guest houses near by this amusement and family theme park, close to Tamworth, Staffordshire England B78 3TW UK on the A4091, just off the A38 / A446, J9 M42 & Exit T2 M6 Toll.
B79 7NB, Tamworth, Ladybank
The 3-star Castle Hotel is in the centre of historic Tamworth, with en suite rooms, a unique restaurant, a Russian-themed bar and a late-night lounge bar. With a focus on relaxation and service, the Castle... read more
B79 7AT, Tamworth, Lower gungate
The Globe Inn has en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi, and breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. You can enjoy a mix of traditional and unique dishes at the Globe Inn, where there is also free parking.... read more
B79 7DL, Tamworth, 13-14 Aldergate
This small hotel with restaurant is a 10-minute drive from Drayton Manor theme park. Its rooms have free WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The Peel Hotel is in Tamworth town centre and convenient... read more
B79 7QL, Tamworth, Lichfield Street
Just 5 minutes from Tamworth centre.The colourful rooms have modern, en suite bathrooms. The bright rooms are decorated in vibrant purples and all feature tea and coffee facilities and a TV. Rooms also offer storage... read more
B78 3TW, Tamworth, Drayton Manor Park
Set within 280 acres of lakes and parkland, this modern hotel is just 250 metres from the seasonal Drayton Manor Theme Park (please check opening dates and times) with a range of thrilling roller coasters.... read more
B78 3RA, Fazeley, 4 Coleshill Street
The Fazeley Inn is situated in Fazeley, 1.4 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and garden area. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped... read more
B79 7RB, Tamworth, 52 Halford Street
Set in Tamworth and only 4.3 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, Lovely 3 Bedroom House - Close to all attractions - Free Parking offers accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private... read more
B78 1DU, Tamworth,
Set 12 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, 17 km from Belfry Golf Club and 26 km from NEC Birmingham, Porter's Lodge offers accommodation located in Tamworth. This apartment is 30 km from Villa Park... read more
B78 3XA, Tamworth, 14 Westmorland Close
Situated in Tamworth, 2.3 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park and 3.3 km from SnowDome, Westmorland House provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The property is 3.4 km from... read more
B77 3AE, Tamworth, 5-9 Woodhouse lane tamworth
Located 32 km from Birmingham city centre and with Star City reachable within 26 km, Liberal House Tamworth provides a bar, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is around 33 km... read more
B77 3PH, Tamworth, 26 Argyle Avenue
Located in Tamworth, 4.5 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, Charming 2 Bedroom House - Free Parking - Great Location provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi and private check-in and check-out. Featuring free private... read more
B77 4QY, Tamworth, 3 Mickleton
Drayton Manor House FREE parking, a property with a garden, is located in Tamworth, 6.6 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, 14 km from Belfry Golf Club, as well as 24 km from NEC Birmingham.... read more
B79 7HS, Tamworth, 26 Victoria Road
Victoria Apartments Tamworth has city views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Tamworth, 4.1 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park. Featuring a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, each unit also comes... read more
B77 4BZ, Tamworth, 56 Grassholme
Offering a garden and garden view, Wilnecote House is located in Tamworth, 7.2 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park and 15 km from Belfry Golf Club. This property offers access to a patio, free private... read more
B79 7JS, Tamworth, Albert Road 40
Situated in Tamworth in the Staffordshire region, Charming 6 Bedroom House ALL with en-suite - Large Garden features a patio. The accommodation is 4.4 km from the Drayton Manor Theme Park and has free WiFithroughout... read more
B78 2EW, Tamworth, Holmleigh Barn
Located in Tamworth and only 8.6 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, Holmleigh Annexe provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 2001, this apartment is... read more
B78 3FG, Tamworth, 78 Austen Drive
Entire 2 bedroom house in Tamworth, a property with a garden, is set in Tamworth, 21 km from StarCity, 23 km from Villa Park, as well as 26 km from Bullring Shopping Centre. With free... read more
B78 3HQ, Tamworth, Apartment 7, tavinor place, bonehill road
A modern Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment is set in Tamworth, 18 km from Belfry Golf Club and 22 km from StarCity, in an area where skiing can be enjoyed. It is situated 3.7 km... read more
B77 3PG, Tamworth, The Chimes, 26 Summerfield Road
Set in Tamworth and only 4.5 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, Chimes-Company & Family Stay, 2 Bedroom House + Free parking offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment... read more
B77 2RS, Tamworth, 2 Talbot
Offering a garden and garden view, Entire Modern House in Tamworth - 2 Double Beds + Free Parking is located in Tamworth, 7.5 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park and 16 km from Belfry Golf... read more
With the recent entries into the Guinness Book of World Records for the most number of people (3152) dressed in onesies and the longest scream ever (525 seconds), Drayton Manor Theme Park and Thomas Land has much to offer you and your children.
Cheap Accommodation near Drayton Manor Theme Park
It doesn’t matter whether you love chocolate, history, action, adventure, animals or skiing, there is something for you. And don’t worry about car parking. There is ample parking space for visitors. If you want to relieve your tension by screaming your heart out, there is the Shockwave ride for you.
For those who love anything horrifying, there is the Haunting (Aerial Park). Want to experience being a pirate? Go to Pirate Cove. Your children would love Thomas Land which is dedicated to Thomas the Tank Engineer and his friends – toys, books, collectibles, games and what not. Dinotrail offers Discovery Museum and a walk-through of Dinosaurland to watch lifelike dinosaurs.
It’s a family theme park with kids rides, family fun, zoo, and thrill rides. Several hotel accommodation can be around this themepark. One of the nearest hotels is Premier Inn Central, located not far from Tamworth train station.
Considering how 1.5 million people visit the park annually, it is hardly surprising that there are many cheap hotels with family rooms and bed and breakfast for your pick. In fact, Drayton Manor Hotel is just a few minutes away from the park’s entrance!
To enjoy all that Action Park, Aerial Park, Pirate Cove and other things that the theme park and Tamworth has to offer with your family, consider staying in one of the family rooms at any of the cheap hotels. If you are on your own or with friends and are on a budget, just pick a b&b for your accommodation.
Even if you select a b&b in Tamworth as your choice of accommodation, it is not an issue. The market town is very near to the park. In the event that you don’t have your own transport from your bed and breakfast accommodation, don’t worry. Buses leave from the village town regularly to go to the park. You get off right in front of the one of the entrances to the park.
Near the park, there is the historic market town of Tamworth, which is worth dropping by. The Norman Castle with the second biggest motte after Windsor Castle is here. Tamworth Castle also has a bailey and is well-preserved, depicting the area’s Norman history.
The other not to be missed place is Cadbury’s World. Here you and your kids not only get to learn about how to make chocolate but also try your hand at making chocolates. And while you are here, don’t forget to enjoy the chocolate rain. If you love skiing, visiting UK’s very first standard sized indoor ski slope covered in real snow, The Snowdome is a must.
Find your budget friendly place to stay
Nearest train station ?
Drayton Manor theme park can be reached by Tamworth train station (approx. 3 miles away). There is a taxi rank outside the train station.
By Bus
Please visit Arriva or The Green Bus for more details.
There is also a New Bus Service from Derby to Drayton Manor.
By Plane
The nearest airport to Drayton Manor is Birmingham International about 15 miles away. East Midlands airport is about 25 miles.
Name : Drayton Manor : Theme Park, Resort and Zoo
The park is home to several thrill rides and fun attractions for the whole family. Thrill seekers will love “The Shockwave”, an Intamin stand-up roller coaster that reaches speeds of 53 mph. Stormforce 10 is a popular water ride.
Location :
Where is ? Located near Tamworth in the village of Drayton Bassett, in the District of Lichfield Staffordshire. Alton towers theme park is 1 hour drive away.
The city centre of Birmingham (ICC and National Indoor Arena) and Broad shopping street is 16 miles away.
Distance to
Address : Drayton Manor Theme Park, Drayton Manor Dr, Tamworth B78 3TW, England, United Kingdom
Postcode district : B77, B78, B79
Region : West Midlands
County : Staffordshire
Tel : +44 1827 285551
The park is open daily from mid March to the beginning of November. The park is also opened on selected days in late November to January (Drayton’s Magical Christmas: Thomas Land, Ben 10, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball and the Zoo only), in February (February Half Term: Thomas Land, Ben 10, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball and the Zoo only) and in March (Thomas Weekends: Thomas Land and the Zoo only).
Nearest Hotels : in the towns of Tamworth, Lichfield, Hopwas, Sutton Coldfield, Lea Marston, Kingsbury, and Atherstone.
Tamworth Castle (The Holloway, Tamworth B79 7NA, England): well kept medieval castle. It has lots of interactive exhibits to keep children entertained and interested.
SnowDome (Leisure Island, River Drive, Tamworth B79 7ND, England): indoor ski slope. Wonderful place for the family and great for kids. read more.
Kingsbury Water Park (Bodymoor Heath, Sutton Coldfield B76 0DY, England): lovely water park with landscaped lakes, picnic areas, and ideal for walkers and riders.
Big Play Barn (Middleton Lane, Tamworth B78 2BL, England): next to the farm and petting zoo. Perfect for children.
Planters Sky Trail Adventure (Woodlands Farm, Trinity Rd, Planters Garden Centre, Tamworth B78 2EY, England): great Fun Activity for all the family. It’s ideal for children and families to take part in together.