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Drayton Manor opened as a small amusement park in 1950 with just a handful of children's rides. The land for the park came from Drayton Manor Mansion, built for Sir Robert Peel in 1835.

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Drayton Manor has broken its silence after yesterday's April Fool's Day prank sparked controversy online. Theme park bosses confirmed that the park will in fact be scrapping its entry fees to ...

Located just outside Tamworth, Drayton Manor has over 50 attractions and is home to Europe’s only Thomas Land. The new-for-2025 Gold Rush ride offers a twisting, family-friendly thrill with a ...

Drayton Manor has broken its silence after yesterday's April Fool's Day prank sparked controversy online. Theme park bosses confirmed that the park will in fact be scrapping its entry fees to ...

Drayton Manor took to social media on 1 April to declare it has scrapped entry fees amid its 75th anniversary – indicating it's now free for thrill-seekers to visit the park. The post drew ...

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A post on the force's Neighbourhood Matters page said: "Officers are urging residents of Market Drayton to beware after we have received reports of scammers pretending to be police officers. " ...