Thorpe Park Theme Park One-Day Admission Tickets London

Thorpe Park Resort in Chertsey, Surrey

Thorpe Park is one of the UK's best-known thrill parks, set on a group of islands and lakes near Chertsey in Surrey, about 20 miles from central London. It opened in 1979 and today focuses on fast, high and intense rides. If you are searching for Thorpe Park tickets, this one is for the Fright Nights season, when the park stays open into the evening.

The park is compact enough to cover in a day. Plan the rides you most want to do, then use the quieter hours to see the rest. Height limits apply on many rides, so check the guidance at the entrance and on the park's own signs.

Fright Nights: scare zones and shows

Fright Nights is Thorpe Park's annual Halloween event, when the park turns dark, foggy and full of costumed performers. Your ticket includes access to the scare zones, which are areas in the park where actors in make-up appear from the shadows, as well as the shows. The park is open from 10:00 to 21:00, so you can ride during the day and enjoy the atmosphere as the light fades.

Many visitors ask if Fright Nights at Thorpe Park is worth it. If you enjoy scary theming and don't mind crowds, it adds a lot to a normal visit. The content can be intense and is not designed for young children, so use your judgement, and events change from year to year.

Rides and coasters

The rides are the main reason people come. Thorpe Park is known for its roller coasters, including Stealth, Colossus and Hyperia, the tall hypercoaster that opened in 2024, along with other thrill rides and water rides. Some attractions may close for maintenance or bad weather, and queue times vary with the crowd.

For the shortest waits, head to the biggest rides first, or go late in the evening when the queues often ease. Wear waterproof layers if you plan to try the water rides, and keep valuables secure on the fast ones. Good shoes matter, as the park involves a lot of walking.

Planning your day: dates, prices and getting there

The options for this ticket are price bands based on your date: lowest, mid and highest. The date you choose in the booking panel decides which band applies, and weekends and school holidays usually fall in a higher band. The ticket is valid for the date you choose.

To get to Thorpe Park from London, trains run from London Waterloo to stations such as Staines and Chertsey, with onward bus or taxi links, and drivers can use the park's car park. Check current transport options before you go. The best time to visit is on a weekday if you want shorter queues.