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Peppa Pig world is getting bigger and better just in time for spring

New rides are part of the expansion plans

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Children will jump at the chance to give the new rides a whirl. Credit: Trinity Mirror

By Laura Nightingale and Khadija Taboada

The adorable world of Peppa Pig in Hampshire is getting an expansion that children won't want to miss. Oink!

Fans heading to Paultons Park in Romsey will have more ways to immerse themselves in the world of Peppa, her little brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig.

Two new rides and more fun activities will be unveiled at the popular children's theme park on Wednesday, May 16.

The new rides will have the whole family snorting in delight, with the significant expansion also including a dedicated baby care centre and a new restaurant called The Queen's Kitchen.

The park director revealed the rides to GetSurrey, one of which is The Queen's Flying Coach, giving families an incredible view of the park.

The individual coaches travel along a monorail starting from the top of the Queen's castle, a signature point of the attraction.

Peppa-Pig-_010218There is plenty to do for Peppa fans across the UK. Credit: PA Regionals

Another addition is the Grampy Rabbit's Sailing Club, where adventurers can hop aboard boats and cruise along the new water route and discover Pirate Island.

Stephen Lorton, commercial director at Paultons Park, said: "This is a very exciting announcement.

"A magical aspect of the expansion is that the Queen's Flying Coach Ride offers panoramic views of Peppa Pig World and the park beyond."

A must-see destination for fans of Peppa Pig, Paultons Park has twice been awarded TripAdvisor's top accolade of best UK amusement park.

With the addition of the two new rides, there are now nine rides in total at Peppa Pig World, as well as an indoor play area, water splash area, and the largest and only dedicated Peppa Pig shop in the world.

Peppa-Extension-_050418An artist impression of what the new rides will look like. Credit: UGC

There is also a chance for children to visit Peppa and her family in their hilltop house.

Peppa Pig World has attracted people from across the world since opening six years ago, so it can be expected that families in Bracknell, Wokingham and Reading, Berkshire won't miss the opportunity to explore.

Tickets and more information

Tickets

£29.25 each in advance or £34.25 each on the door.

Children under 1metre enter free.

Wheelchair or mobility scooter dependent guests enter free.

To book tickets visit the parks website.

Opening times

Daily 10.30am to 5pm

Some days open half-an-hour earlier and close half-an-hour later. Check the attraction's website for individual dates.

Location

Paultons Park, Ower, Romsey, The New Forest, SO51 6AL.

Free car park on site.