Harbour Park Amusements
Littlehampton, Sussex · Theme Parks & Thrills
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
8/10
Age Fit 8 · Variety 8
Parents
6/10
Value 7 · Sanity Preservation 6
Good-value seaside fun, though the cleanliness and donuts sound a bit hit and miss.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Harbour Park Amusements is a classic family seaside day out in Littlehampton, with rides, indoor arcades, soft play and a toddler town area. It sounds very much like the sort of place you pop into for a few hours rather than plan an all-day epic around. The strong point is variety for younger kids: bumper cars, indoor amusements, soft play and role play all get good mentions, and several reviewers felt the prices were reasonable. The staff also get praise for being polite and considerate, and the park seems well looked after overall. Being right by the beach is a bonus if you want to pair it with sand and chips. The catch is that standards seem to wobble. One review mentioned dirty soft play and a trashed toddler area, while another complained about sticky machines and poor-quality donuts. It also sounds like the indoor games need separate coins, so budget creep is very much a thing. Better for a fun few hours than a polished full-day destination.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Old-fashioned seaside amusement park with rides, arcades, soft play and toddler role-play areas. Best for younger children; there’s enough variety to fill a few hours without spending a fortune. Expect some bargains, but also the odd grubby corner and the usual arcade-style money drain.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Indoor / outdoor mix
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Unclear
Reviews don't mention. Best to check the venue's website before assuming.
Pram-friendly?
Mixed
Should be OK around main areas, but rougher terrain may be tricky.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Littlehampton, Sussex
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it good for toddlers?
Yes — the toddler town and soft play were praised, with one reviewer calling it especially good for little ones.
Can you do a full day there?
Probably not on the park alone, but it works well as part of a beach day next door.
Is it expensive?
Reviews suggest the rides are reasonably priced, with one mentioning about £20 for ten tickets.
Is there food on site?
Yes, with food and drinks mentioned, plus a donut shop — though the donuts were not a hit.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Good old fashioned fun."
"Best and cheapest we have been to for a while."
"The toddler town is very cool"