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Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May 2026
Rides, Play & Animals ...
Go 'nose to nose' with the capybara in the Jungle Kingdom, ride the Wave Runner 2, Keeper Talks at 11.30am, ring tailed lemurs, meerkat pup, Jungle Splash Slides, watch the daily owl shows, explore the new Blackbeard's Adventure Play Area, and so much more!
Featuring the excitement of a roller coaster combined with the thrills of four water slides, and you won't need special clothes to ride. The Wave Runner 2 has twists, turns, and drops through high-banked curves, suitable for all riders, from beginner to expert!
PRE-BOOK & SAVE!New for 2026!
The capybara sisters are settled into their new open air exibit. Go 'nose to nose' next to their bjioe glass walls. You'll see them take a swim. play in their hollow oak tree, and hear their amazing vocalisations. The capybara sisters can be found in the Jungle Kingdom next to the ring tailed lemurs.
PRE-BOOK & SAVE!Saturday 23rd May, 11.00 am - 2.00 pm
The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, releasing in Eastbourne Cineworld on 22nd May 2026, continues the adventures of the duo. The Mandolorian will be accepting donations for Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice, and is willing to be in your selfies and reels!
PRE-BOOK & SAVE!Tuesday 26th May, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
Meet the Police Officers and Firefighters at Knockhatch.
Sit in their vehicles, try on their equipment and ask questions!
PRE-BOOK & SAVE!Thursday 28th May, 11.00am - 2.00 pm
Charlie Shaws Revenge, filmed filmed at Knockhatch,
won best Horror Feature 2026 at the London Film Festival.
Author, Matt Walsh will be at Knockhatch signing copies of his gripping novelisation.
Books will be available to purchase on the day.
Weather dependent.
Make sure you bring the kids' swimmers and dive into adventure!
Jungle Splash has 482m² of pure water-filled fun with flumes, waterfalls, and whirlpools!
Kids (and brave adults!) will LOVE it. Get ready to get soaked!
To keep the area hygienic and clean, food and drinks are not permitted in the Jungle Kingdom or Jungle Splash.
PRE-BOOK & SAVE!Head left when you arrive at Knockhatch and meet in the Jungle Kingdom entrance.
Every day is different in the Jungle Kingdom, meet the zoo team ,ask a question and watch the enrichment activities!
Zoo Feeds starts at 11.30 am on weekends and school holiday weekdays!
The 1.00 pm & 3.00 pm owl shows are not to be missed.
Watch the owls soar over your head, as the keepers feed, and tell you all about these wonderful birds.
Find the Owl Display Arena opposite the Dragon Castle.
Dino Drop - This vertical drop ride is great family entertainment. Up to six people can be seated before soaring out of the T Rex’s reach. Hold your breath, because that drop will happen!
Honey Pot Bears - Hold on tight as you twirl, whirl and spin in your own family honeypot!
The Quadapillar Barrel Train Ride - is a must have for thrill seekers, so strap in and hold on for a fun, bumpy ride over the hill.
And more to discover. Explore the map to see what else awaits you!
Our little boy loved the Dino Play and the Magical Wood. It has everything. We visit theme & adventure parks every year, all over the country and this is up there with the best of them.
Stuart, (Tripadvisor Review)