daytime entertainment
Every day, a full programme of FREE family entertainment kicks off around mid-morning. Or even earlier, with a Character Breakfast where you can meet Rory & Bradley.
The FunStars are full of imagination - there's always something everyone can join in, or a wacky panto with a sea of smiling faces.
Rory, Bradley & Co
Rory the Tiger, Bradley Bear, Anxious the Elephant, Greedy Gorilla and the rest of the famous Haven Characters create lots of fun and laughter. They will be on hand to keep the youngsters amused and entertained with a crazy new game, an exciting competition, or sometimes by staging an impromptu Rock Concert.
Available throughout the season.
Bradley's Teddy Bear Picnic - It offers an intimate experience for kids. The picnic includes a food basket for £3.50 per child with fun activities. Character Breakfast - Meet Rory & Friends for breakfast hugs and photos. Character Meet and Greet - Meet your favourite character and it's the perfect opportunity for any autographs. Character Pin Trading - Swap or trade pins with others. Story Time - Enjoy story time with various characters. Photostation - Have your photo taken with your favourite characters for a long lasting memory of a privileged and magical moment.
NEW Character Shows for 2008
Zoo Troop
Come and join Rory, Bradley and the gang as they go on an exciting adventure into the world of TV wildlife conservation!
Not only do they take on the task of saving animals in distress whenever they're called upon, but the gang have their own television station and do actually find the time to broadcast the events live to zoos all around the world! Nothing stops the Zoo Troop when they're on a mission!
The Zoo Troop is endorsed by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL).
A line of Zoo Troop merchandise has also been developed directly supporting the Zoological Society of London. The merchandise and Zoo Troop DVD’s are available on the parks, in London and Whipsnade Zoos . A percentage of the selling price will go directly to ZSL funds.
Rory & The Tomb of Amen-Ra Rory and his friends stumble upon an ancient mystery whilst on holiday in Egypt! Can they unlock the secret of the Pharaoh “Amen-Ra” or will they be cursed forever?
The Enchanted Mirror Anxious heads up the cast in this cute tale of an enchanted mirror with the power to bring you what you wish for!
Available throughout the season
Family Daytime shows
This season we have introduced extra FREE shows just for the Peak Summertime such as:
Returning character shows from 2007. You never quite know what might happen next. The important thing is, you know something wacky, adventurous and imaginative is going to take place, and Rory, Bradley and the gang are certain to be involved. The kids will be captivated in awe and attention at the colourful antics on stage.
Available throughout the season
Super Bradley - Come and see Super Bradley help his friends out of trouble. A Princess Tale - Come and celebrate Anxious special day. Magic Garden - An educational show for under 5's exploring sights, sounds and smells in the garden.
Games and Competitions
Do your kids have a talent? Or kids, what about Mum and Dad? There's always a chance to find out in our all-singing, all dancing talent contest. Plus there are plenty of other games, quizzes and tempting prizes.
Available throughout the season
Haven's Got Talent - This competition is opened to anyone who has a talent i.e singing, dancing, acrobatics, magic, speciality, comedy etc. Rory & Bradley's Fun Factor - Hour or non-stop games & music for kids Music Madness / Take it or Leave it - Gameshow fun
Birthday Celebrations
Everyone has a birthday, even Rory and the Gang, so join us for a great Party Celebration.
Rory's Birthday Party - Celebrating 12 - 16 May Greedy's Birthday Party - Celebrating 9 - 13 June Anxious's Birthday Party - Celebrating 22 - 26 September Bradley's Birthday Party - Celebrating 6 - 10 October
When it's time to celebrate the occasion, Rory, Bradley and the Gang make the day memorable with a delicious birthday cake, a big smile and the birthday party. The birthday celebrations will include:
Birthday Celebration Ceremony
Party Poppers & Streamers
Pass the Parcel
Party Bags
Traditional Party Games
Party Dances
Birthday Photo with Rory and Friends
FunStar Forever Shows
A multi-talented bunch of people that love working with family audiences, and especially children.
Off stage, they're always around to help keep a smile on the kids' faces. On stage, they're bursting with energy and entertainment.
Available throughout the season
Pantomimes
You just can't help laughing (or sometimes groaning) at this fantastically popular, pun-tastic and timeless form of family entertainment.
This year we bring you the traditional family entertainment with the special appearance from the Disney Characters.
David Bellamy’s Family Park Rangers
...Environmentally friendly too
Our landscaped Parks harbour lots of nature's wonders.
Famous TV botanist David Bellamy created this "safari" adventure, led by FunStars. Get your passport to the Countryside and your Ranger Award.
Peak Summertime
Aladdin 3D - NEW exciting Panto which mixes live action with 3D boggle vision!
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Marvel's Incredible Hulk - NEW advendures of The Incredible Hulk
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Wrestling - Take a ring side seat for the big body slam action.
Appearing 19 July - 3 September.
Mad Science - Join the mad scientist for a fun filled interactive show and wacky experiments
Appearing 19 July - 3 September
night entertainment
Save some energy for the evening's exciting and varied programme of professional entertainment. There are dazzling shows, live music, comedy and dance floor action perfect for all the family.
As the evening stretches out, the holiday atmosphere picks up. Time to put on your party gear, perhaps order your favourite cocktail, and you're ready to have another great night. Plus top touring acts throughout the summer.
What's in this section Peak Summertime
The Magical Parade
Rory & Bradley Fun Factor
Stage Shows
Tribute Bands
Soul Sounds
Comedy & Variety
Party Specials
Bingo
FunStar Forever Shows
The Magical Parade
The Magical Parade is a highlight of our family entertainment package, giving the kids a close up encounter with their favourite characters each evening as they parade around the venue waving to and greeting the guests that are lining the route.
There will be a minimum of 2 characters and the parade lasts approx 15mins.
Come along and join the gang for the character parade.
Available throughout the season
Rory & Bradley Fun Factor
It's time to create a fun hour of non-stop games and music for our younger guests. It is the part of the evening that they all look forward to with a change of getting on stage and taking part in the Fun Factor itself.
Available throughout the season
Stage Shows
Lights, Music, Action!
It's time for another slick, glamorous and dazzling performance to take the stage. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with those ever-popular classics, memorable hits from the shows and share a mellow magical moment with a favourite love song.
Available throughout the season
Comedy & Variety
Our entertainment programme wouldn't be complete without some of the most breath-taking variety acts from around the world.
Not to mention top comedy acts on tour throughout the high season. Just sit back and enjoy.
Available throughout the season
Funstar Forever Shows
A multi-talented bunch of people that love working with family audiences, and especially children.
Off stage, they're always around to help keep a smile on the kids' faces. On stage, they're bursting with energy and entertainment.
Available throughout the season
Strictly Disco - All the classic hits of the 70’s and 80’s Disco era combine with dance and live performance in this Chart Countdown Classic. In the Mix - Up-tempo pop show with popular songs from the last few years performed live in this Ultimate Urban DJ Cool stage show. Schloops 2 - Schloops is a wacky professor who creates lots of weird and wonderful sweets and chocolate in his Factory. In this episode he returns with a new scrummy invention, but is all as it seems? Party Dances - Join the Funstars with these wacky routines to follow e.g. the Purple People Eater.
Tribute Bands
May the best live forever. These top live acts certainly believe so, pumping out the very best of British bands, not forgetting the best worldwide tribute bands and artists. Our tribute to sheer holiday fun.
Soul Sounds
Nothing brings out the romance in you like the smooth sounds of classic Motown and Philly soul, especially when it's performed by top acts from Britain and America. Careful, chances are they're going to play your song.
Party Specials
These special band nights on selected holiday dates create a real party atmosphere, with a vibrant mix of great music, humour and party fun.
Bingo
Play and win great prizes! An evening for family and adults to win great prizes. Prize Bingo is available to the whole family including children and licensed bingo for adults only.
Peak Summertime
Bandaoke - Singing karaoke style backed by a live band
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Nikulin Moscow Circus - Circus skills and acts
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Wrestling - Big body slam action
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Summertime Show - The best in summer entertainment with top live acts and bands!
Appearing 19 July - 3 September Live Bands - Live music every weekend from top bands
Appearing 19 July - 3 September
