Wicksteed Park is the second oldest theme park in the UK, with the oldest being a park that is owned by the Dabell family, and has a sister park named what?
Wicksteed Park Wicksteed Park is an amusement park in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England. The park opened in 1921. It is the second oldest theme park in the UK; the oldest is Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight. It is located 2 mi from the A14 and is signposted from the M1 & A1 and located near the Midland Main Line between London and Sheffield.
Animal theme park An animal theme park, also known as a zoological theme park, is a combination of a theme park and a zoological park, mainly for entertainment, amusement, and commercial purposes. Many animal theme parks combine classic theme park elements, such as themed entertainment and amusement rides, with classic zoo elements such as live animals confined within enclosures for display. Many times, live animals are utilized and featured as part of amusement rides and attractions found at animal theme parks.