Dino Takeover

Dino Takeover

1st August to 3rd August 2026

  • Venue
  • Wellington Country Park,
    Odiham Road, Riseley,
    Berkshire,
    RG7 1SP
  • Email: [email protected]

This August, travel back in time to the Jurassic era at our Dino Takeover. Come face-to-face with life-sized dinosaurs, including the fearsome T. rex and mighty Triceratops. From the moment you arrive, the adventure begins!

What’s On:

  • Baby Dinos Arrival – 10:00am (Main Reception)
  • Photo Points – Around the Main Green and Park Entrance
  • Walkabout Explorers – 11:00am – 2:30pm (Park Dinosaur Area)
  • Dino Dig – 10:30am – 4:30pm
  • Ranger Training – 10:30am – 3:30pm

Main Show Arena (Main Green) Head to the heart of the action for live dinosaur shows running throughout the day. Watch dinosaurs roam, learn fascinating facts, and experience close encounters with prehistoric giants.

Herbivore Shows 10:00am–11:00am and 1:00pm–2:00pm

  • Triceratops
  • Parasaurolophus
  • Brontosaurus
  • Herbivore babies

Carnivore Shows 11:00am–12:00pm and 2:00pm–3:00pm

  • Raptor
  • Dilophosaurus
  • T. rex
  • Predator babies

Shows run continuously between 10:00am and 3:00pm, so there’s always something to see.

Dino Dig Site (BBQ & Marquee Area) Step into the Enchanted Forest and discover the Dino Dig Site, where young explorers can become paleontologists for the day.

  • Dig for hidden fossils
  • Learn about prehistoric creatures
  • Enjoy hands-on discovery play

Open: 10:30am–4:30pm

Ranger Training (Discovery Barn at the Animal Farm) For a fully immersive experience, head to the Discovery Barn and take part in Ranger Training. Junior rangers will:

  • Muck out enclosures
  • Inspect and clean dinosaur eggs
  • Make up dino feed bowls

At the end, they’ll receive their very own Ranger Certificate. Running: 10:30am–3:30pm Plan Your Visit

  • Walkabout explorers: 11:00am–2:30pm
  • Dino Dig: 10:30am–4:30pm
  • Ranger Training: 10:30am–3:30pm
  • Main shows: 10:00am–3:00pm

Tickets are now on sale! Enjoy double discounts when visiting us this summer. Alongside the Great British Summer Savings scheme, we have also created additional Group Ticket options. Save this summer on an epic day out at Wellington Country Park.

 

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