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Southside Funfair

Weymouth, United Kingdom•4(1.1k)•Soft Play Center, Theme Park

Enjoy outdoor fairground rides, a ghost train, arcade games, and soft play all in one beachside location with dining options.

Southside Funfair is a family-friendly amusement venue located at Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth, offering a diverse range of attractions for visitors of all ages. The venue features outdoor fairground rides suitable for younger children and adults, including bumper cars and other classic attractions, alongside the UK's top-rated Ghost Train for those seeking thrills. The complex includes multiple entertainment zones: Southside Arcade with hundreds of modern arcade games and prize machines, Southside Softplay featuring a large indoor play area designed for younger children, and additional attractions throughout the grounds. The venue is fully staffed with health and safety trained personnel to ensure visitor safety at all times. Families can enjoy dining options including Drift Bar & Grill for substantial meals and the Beach Bar located steps from the sand at Bowleaze Cove, offering cocktails and refreshments with beachfront views. The venue caters to school groups with affordable packages and offers gift vouchers and birthday party hosting. Open seasonally with special Halloween events, Southside Funfair provides an all-in-one destination combining rides, games, soft play, and food services perfect for family days out.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 11:00 – 21:00
Tuesday: 11:00 – 21:00
Wednesday: 11:00 – 21:00
Thursday: 11:00 – 21:00
Friday: 11:00 – 21:00
Saturday: 11:00 – 21:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 21:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Drift Bar & Grill

Restaurant offering food and drinks with friendly service

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4(1.1k reviews)
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Paul Varty

Paul Varty

a month ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had a great time at Southside Funfair in Weymouth. It's a classic seaside funfair with plenty to keep the kids entertained. Our children loved going on the drop ride and playing Hook-a-Duck trying to win prizes. We also had fun in the arcade, especially on the 2p drop machines, which are always a favourite and surprisingly addictive! The whole place has a relaxed family atmosphere and is a great way to spend a few hours by the seaside. There is a good mix of rides and attractions for younger children, and being right on the seafront adds to the experience. If you're visiting Weymouth with children, Southside Funfair is definitely worth a visit for some traditional seaside fun. 🎡🦆🪙🌊

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Antonia Mitchell

Antonia Mitchell

3 months ago

Absolutely amazing place for kids. Good value for money, good food and amazing soft play area. Lovely staff. Everything very clean. I would say our one bad thing was the exorcist screaming/vomiting sounds and chainsaw man screaming sounds playing loudly from the ghost train which could be heard in every area of the soft play, - lots of the children were really uncomfortable and a few were crying. My 2 year old was a little scared. A bit of music playing into the soft play might help distract from the horror screams!!

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Michaela C

Michaela C

8 months ago

Absolutely fantastic little fair and the members of staff were so kind and helpful. We went in the middle of November and we were the only ones there, the 2 members of staff were so helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. There was roughly 21 of us ranging from 4 months - 79 years and we all had a lovely time. Quite a few of our family are neurodiverse and were all made to feel welcome and catered too. The guy running the ghost train was absolutely brilliant, making it as fun and scary as he could for the young teens in our family. We will definitely be returning! Thankyou to the staff members who made the day so fun!

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Libby Waite

Libby Waite

9 months ago

6 kids and 6 adults had an absolute blast here yesterday. Wristbands were such a great deal. ALL the staff were so friendly, welcoming and helpful, absolutely brilliant all of them! We spent 7 HOURS at the fun fair and soft play and we did not stop laughing, kids and adults had such fun all day. Thank you for such an incredible day. We will be booking to come back to Weymouth next year just so we can come back and visit the funfair again.🎉🎉

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Hug Dealer

Hug Dealer

a year ago

The funfair has been taken over by the water park. Everything is brand new. it looks great. You buy tokens or wristband at a good price 12 tokens for £10 or wristband for 3 hours £15.99. It has a brand new arcade with pletty of machines with tickets. The beach is 2mins away near the bar, food and soft play. Has many rides like ghost train merry go round, bumper cars trampoline small big wheel and many more. All at great price if got young kids.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Southside Funfair

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Southside Funfair

Is Southside Funfair free to visit?

Southside Funfair is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is Southside Funfair dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Southside Funfair.

Is there parking at Southside Funfair?

Southside Funfair doesn't have on-site parking, but parking is available nearby.

Is there food at Southside Funfair?

Yes — Drift Bar & Grill is on site at Southside Funfair. Restaurant offering food and drinks with friendly service

Is Southside Funfair pushchair-friendly?

Southside Funfair isn't the easiest for pushchairs, prams or buggies — stairs or uneven terrain may make a baby carrier a better option.

How long should we plan to spend at Southside Funfair?

Southside Funfair is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Southside Funfair by public transport?

Southside Funfair isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.

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