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Worthing Lido

Worthing, Sussex · Theme Park

📍 Worthing, Sussex💷 £8 for unlimited rides, though some reviews say not everything works⏱ Duration varies — check timings🌄 Indoor / outdoor mix

The bit you came for

Our verdict

Kids

5.8/10

Age Fit 7 · Fun Factor 6

Parents

4.8/10

Coffee Quality 7 · Value 5

Good for little ones, but the ride count and maintenance sound a bit hit-and-miss.

The long read worth saving for nap time

What’s it actually like?

Worthing Lido here sounds less like a full-on theme park and more like a small family entertainment spot with a few rides, trampolines and a cafe. Reviews suggest it works best as a short outing rather than a big day out, especially for families with younger children. The positives are pretty clear: little ones seem to enjoy it, the staff are described as kind, and the wristband can be decent value if everything is running. The cafe also gets an unusually enthusiastic coffee shout-out, which is always welcome on a seaside outing. The downsides matter, though. One reviewer says there are only four rides, some equipment appears unreliable, and not all attractions are always available. Value seems to depend on what’s actually open on the day, so it’s worth going in with modest expectations and a backup plan.

Two-minute orientation

Quick read

Best suited to younger children who are happy with a small number of rides. Coffee gets a surprisingly decent mention, and the cafe seems a pleasant stop. Expect patchy value, some queueing, and the occasional attraction not working.

Best for ages

Strong score for mixed-age siblings

5/10
Ages0–2
7/10
Ages3–4
8/10
Ages5–7
5/10
Ages8–11
2/10
Ages12+

The boring brilliant stuff

Need to know

Indoor vs outdoor split

Indoor / outdoor mix

Parking detail

Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.

Dog-friendly?

Unclear

Reviews don't mention. Best to check the venue's website before assuming.

Pram-friendly?

Mixed

Should be OK around main areas, but rougher terrain may be tricky.

Baby change?

Likely yes

Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.

Food on-site & BYO

Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.

Locate it

Worthing, Sussex

THINGS PARENTS ASK

Common questions

Is it good for toddlers and young children?

Yes, reviews suggest it suits younger children well, especially around ages 3-7.

How many rides are there?

One review says there are only four rides.

Is the food and coffee any good?

The cafe is mentioned positively, with one reviewer praising the coffee.

Is it good value?

It can be if you buy the wristband, but one review says not all rides were working.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Real review quotes

"the best coffee this side of Milan"
"Great fun for a six, five and one year old"
"This place is an absolute joke"