Perched atop the dramatic cliffs of the Isle of Wight’s rugged south coast, Blackgang Chine is the UK’s oldest theme park and one of the island’s most enchanting family attractions. More than just a theme park, it is a place where imagination, nostalgia, and natural beauty come together to create an experience unlike anywhere else in Britain.

From the moment you enter, Blackgang Chine invites you into a world of make-believe. Wander through its collection of immersive themed lands, each designed to spark creativity and wonder. Venture into Restricted Area 5, where life-sized animatronic dinosaurs lurk in the undergrowth and rumble to life around you. Step into the mystical corners of Fairyland, where fairies, dragons, and whimsical creatures inhabit colourful, storybook landscapes. Then head west to Cowboy Town, a wonderfully quirky Wild West village where children can become sheriffs, outlaws, or pioneers for the day.

Every pathway leads to new discoveries—pirate ships, smugglers’ caves, disorienting Crooked Houses, and playful attractions that encourage kids to run, climb, and create their own adventures. It’s a rare kind of park where the boundaries between attraction and imagination melt away, allowing families to rediscover the joy of open-ended play.

By day, the park buzzes with energy as families explore its attractions against the backdrop of sweeping cliff-top views and the endless blue of the English Channel. By night, Blackgang Chine transforms into a vibrant events space, hosting dazzling seasonal spectacles—from glowing illuminations and summer nightlife experiences to themed evenings that bring the park alive in an entirely new way.

Whether you’re seeking thrilling rides, quirky photo spots, breathtaking coastal scenery, or a nostalgic trip back to childhood, Blackgang Chine offers something wonderfully different. It’s a place where stories begin, where generations have played and dreamed, and where every visit sparks memories that last a lifetime.

Bus Travel

Route 6: Newport- Ventnor

Island Coaster (seasonal) : Ryde- Yarmouth

Opening Times

TBC 2026