Getting here, FAQs and pricing
Address
Marine Terrace, Margate, CT9 1XJ
Address
Marine Terrace, Margate, CT9 1XJ
Dreamland holds a prominent location on Margate’s delightful seafront, situated on the north-eastern tip of Kent, with excellent transport links from London and just a hop across the Channel from France.
Our outdoor park, huge Scenic Stage events, rides, amusements, arcades and roller disco are seasonal, so
during the autumn and winter months we keep the fun of the festival going indoors, with a great line up of ticketed live music and events. Check out what’s going on at Dreamland here
Summer Nights & Later Trains
No need to stress about getting home from our 2025 epic outdoor live music events!
With Southeastern scheduling later trains to coincide with the summer season line up at Dreamland, you can ditch the car and take the train instead.
Train tickets go on sale early 2025, more details will follow soon, so keep your eyes peeled to our channels.
Dreamland’s address is Marine Terrace, Margate, CT9 1XJ; the entrance to the Amusement Park is just to the side of the old cinema building on Hall By The Sea Road. Parking is available in the nearby Arlington Car Park. Please note, this car park is operated by Smart Parking. Parking tariff applies 24 hours a day Monday – Sunday.
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Excellent road links with the M20 and M2 motorways close-by provide easy routes from London.
Helpful route planners:
www.theaa.com/route-planner
www.rac.co.uk/route-planner
The Eurotunnel train at Calais will transport you to Folkestone in just 35 minutes. From there, it is approximately a 1 hour drive to Thanet on the A20 and A256, follow the signs to Margate.
You’ll find parking near Dreamland at the Arlington Car Park, located on All Saints Avenue, CT9 5QH.
The parking tariffs are:
Up to 1hr – £1.75
Up to 2hrs – £3.50
Up to 4hrs – £7.00
Up to 15hrs – £10.00
Parking tariff applies 24 hours a day Monday – Sunday.
Travel with Stagecoach to and from Dreamland
Whether you are out enjoying the rides, throwing some shapes in the Roller Disco, or at a late-night music event, Stagecoach offer frequent bus services linking Dreamland with Thanet and Canterbury – so you don’t have to worry about petrol, parking or finding a designated driver!
Travelling to Canterbury?
You can pick up the #8/8A service from Marine Terrace bus stop just outside the Margate Amusements, a five-minute walk from Dreamland.
During the day, buses run every 15 minutes and the last bus taking you to Canterbury will depart at 22:15 (Mondays to Saturdays). On Sundays and Bank Holidays, the last #8 will leave at 21:45.
Travelling elsewhere in Thanet?
If you’re in Thanet, the Loop serves Margate, Cliftonville, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Westwood Cross. Running every 10 minutes until 18:30, and up to every 15 minutes in the evenings, pick up or hop off the bus at Cecil Street Council Offices bus stop (outside Thanet District Council Office), just an 8-minute walk from Dreamland.
The last loop service destined for Broadstairs via Cliftonville departs at 23:45 (Monday to Saturday) and 23:35 on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
If you’re heading towards Westwood Cross and Ramsgate the last Loop service departs at 23:50 (Monday to Saturday) and 23:15 on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Tickets to suit you!
The current £2 single bus fare offer is running until the end of June-so you can enjoy any length of a single journey for just £2!
If you’re staying local, the Thanet DayRider is a great choice. Hop on and off Stagecoach buses all day for just £5. Perfect if you are travelling from Ramsgate or Broadstairs.
If you’re travelling from further out, the South East DayRider is just £8 and allows unlimited travel on any Stagecoach bus in Kent and east Sussex.
| Ticket options | Price |
| Thanet DayRider | £5 |
| South East DayRider | £8 |
Take the kids for a quid!
If you have an adult ticket or concession pass, you can take up to four kids (aged 5 to 15) for just £1 each with our ‘kid for a quid’ add-on ticket. Ask your bus driver about ‘kid for quid’.
Tel: +44 (0) 345 810 1000
www.stagecoachbus.com
Dreamland is just 5 minutes’ walk from Margate train station and is regularly served by Southeastern High Speed services travelling to/from London St Pancras as well trains from London Victoria. The train from London St Pancras takes 90 minutes and a little longer from Victoria, and it’s just 50 minutes from Ashford International station.
Summer Nights & Later Trains
No need to stress about getting home from our 2025 epic outdoor live music events!
With Southeastern scheduling later trains to coincide with the summer season line up at Dreamland, you can ditch the car and take the train instead.
Train tickets for summer dates go on sale early 2025, more details will follow soon, so keep your eyes peeled to our channels.
Southeastern have a number of ways to save on your train tickets including:
Southeastern Trains
www.southeasternrailway.co.uk
National Express runs a national network of coach services. Coaches run from London Victoria to various stops in Margate and take approximately 2 hours.
www.nationalexpress.com
Tel: +44 (0) 8717 818178
Tel +44 (0) 8717 818179 (disabled persons travel helpline)
Textphone: +44 (0) 121 455 0086
Pick a Category
Yes, Dreamland is free to enter and rides are operated on a pay per ride basis.
Rides are individually priced and you can find out more here.
Our outdoor park, rides, amusements, roller disco and retro arcades are operated on a seasonal basis, normally from spring through to summer.
During the winter months, we have a great line up of ticketed indoor live music and events.
You can find out more by checking out our What’s On Pages Here.
The park is free to enter and, as we are operating a pay-per-ride system, the rides are individually priced. You can find out more about the rides available this season here.
For a full list of our rides, and the cost of each individual ride, please click here.
You must be over 14 to be able to enter our park alone. Children under the age of 14 are to be accompanied by an adult aged 16+. Age restrictions for ticketed events may vary, please check the specific information per event.
No, but guests are welcome to bring their own.
No, there is no storage for buggies on site.
We are proud to partner with Nimbus Disability, who now process all essential companion wristbands eligibility through their access card scheme.
You will be able to submit a free application for a Dreamland Digital Access Pass (DAP), via Nimbus. As part of this, you will need to provide relevant evidence in order for Nimbus to allocate the symbols that represent the barriers you face. This lasts for 3 years, so once you have applied and it’s been approved, that’s it!
You will also have the option to upgrade to an Access Card which is £15 for 3 years and can be used at Dreamland as well and thousands of other events and venues around the UK and beyond!
To access these services, you must complete the application with Nimbus Disability at least 7 days before your visit. Nimbus will assess your needs based on the supporting documentation and information provided during the application process and determine your eligibility for a free Essential Companion Ticket.
To apply for a free Dreamland Nimbus Disability Access Card please follow the link: https://app.accesscard.online/apply/dreamland-margate/form/
If you already have a valid Nimbus Access Card or a Dreamland DAP with a “+1” or “+2” symbol, you simply need to present this to a member of our team at the Main Token Booth on the day of your visit, and the team will be happy to assist in providing you an Essential Companion Wristband.
Please be aware we no longer accept other forms of documentation for eligibility for Essential Companion Wristbands. All details will be handled securely by Nimbus Disability and any questions on eligibility must be discussed with them. For more information on the Nimbus Access Card or to get in contact with the processing team, please visit the Nimbus Disability website: https://www.accesscard.online/
Please note, the Essential Companion Scheme applies only to amusement park rides and attractions and does not extend to event tickets, extras, or group tickets currently. For further details or to discuss specific needs, guests are encouraged to contact Nimbus Disability directly for expert guidance.
SOME RIDES MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR CERTAIN GUESTS AND THE RIDE OPERATORS WILL ADVISE AT EACH RIDE. REFUSAL ON THE GROUNDS OF HEALTH AND SAFETY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE DISCRIMINATION.
Find out more and plan your visit by checking out our accessibility policy here
The Arlington Car Park is a multi storey car park just around the corner from Dreamland on All Saints Avenue, CT9 5QH. Arlington Car Park is operated and managed by SMART parking. The car parks cost £10 for all day parking.
Our full park and venue terms and conditions can be viewed here.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
Present your Nimbus Access Card with the “plus 1” or “plus 2” symbol at the Ride Token Booth to receive your wristband. If you do not have a Nimbus Access Card, please apply in advance following the link. Please be aware you can apply for a free Dreamland Digital Access Pass which can only be used at our park, or you can purchase a £15 Nimbus Access Card which is valid for three years across over 2000 Attractions and Venues Worldwide.
If you don’t have a Nimbus Access Card, we still aim to assist you. However, for a smoother experience, we recommend applying in advance. Same-day applications may take longer to process. All guests requiring an Essential Companion Wristband must apply via the following link.
Nimbus are the company behind the innovative and award-winning Access Card, which is improving the lives of tens of thousands of disabled people every year – enabling them better access to entertainment venues.
Nimbus is also one of the UK’s leading providers of disability-related training and consultancy for business and organisations.
Height restrictions can be found in the description section of each ride. Find out more here.
During wet weather conditions it may be necessary to temporarily close some of our rides and in cases of high winds the Big Wheel. If this happens, we will do everything within our power to open these rides as soon possible.
Please refer to our Accessibility page for information.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
The Whip and the Corbiere Wheel are being stored by The Dreamland Heritage Trust for future development.
Our outdoor park, rides, amusements, roller disco and retro arcades are operated on a seasonal basis, normally from spring through to summer.
During the winter months, we have a great line up of ticketed indoor live music and events.
You can find out more by checking out our What’s On Pages Here.
Anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
We offer shoes all the way down to a kids size 8.
The Roller Room may be closed for some events. Please check the Roller Room opening times before you travel.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
Our full park and venue terms and conditions can be viewed here.
Our outdoor park, rides, amusements, roller disco and retro arcades are operated on a seasonal basis, normally from spring through to summer.
During the winter months, we have a great line up of ticketed indoor live music and events.
You can find out more by checking out our What’s On Pages Here.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. The ticket purchaser is required to bring ID alongside their ticket to gain entry to the event. Letters of authorisation will be accepted in place of the original ticket purchaser’s ID. Dreamland reserves the right to refuse admission if these terms are not adhered to. If you have booked your tickets through one of our authorised ticket agents (e.g. AXS, See Tickets, DICE, Skiddle, Resident Advisor), please refer to your ticket or email confirmation for further information on terms and conditions, and their contact details.
Our Hall By The Sea and Ballroom venues are both fully accessible for wheelchair users. There is an accessible platform available in Hall By The Sea for up to 6 wheelchair users plus their companions / carers or personal assistants (12 tickets, sold as 6 pairs). Tickets for the accessible platform will need to be booked in advance via the Dreamland website. These tickets also provide entry to the unreserved disabled access area. Dreamland offers a complimentary personal assistant / companion ticket alongside all disabled ticket bookings. Proof of eligibility will need to be provided alongside your ticket on entry to the event. If you have any specific access needs, please contact us prior to the event on [email protected].
Many of our events are managed by external promoters and so we often do not have full details of exactly what the production will involve until very close to the day of the show. Most of our events will contain flashing lights and use of haze as standard. We make every effort to advertise on doors of the event if this is the case.
There will be designated smoking areas located through the concourse doors to the park. There will be no access to the main outdoor park or rides.
Most of our events have age restrictions, in which case you will need to provide proof of age on entry. Please refer to the individual event page for the age restrictions of that specific event. When purchasing alcohol, if you appear to be under the age of 25, you may be asked for proof of age. We reserve the right to refuse to serve you alcohol if you do not have valid photographic ID.
Acceptable forms of ID to prove you are over 18 include:
• A photo driving licence
• A passport
• A proof of age card, such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme.
Our security teams can also accept the YOTI app
At most of our indoor events there is a cloakroom. There is a charge for each item deposited. Please avoid bringing large bags and suitcases where possible, as space is limited.
Before you read the list below, please make sure you leave bags larger than A4, refillable flasks and bottles, and portable chairs at home.
Balaclavas/masks/helmets, alcohol, bags larger than A4 (21 x 29.7), lasers, chairs (including camping chairs and stools), spray cans (including deodorant), professional cameras, glass, illegal substances, refillable bottles and flasks, flags/banners/poles, pyrotechnics and fireworks, laptops/tablets/audio recording devices, unmanned aerial systems, skateboard/rollerblades/bicycles, air horns, megaphones, animals (other than assistance dogs) weapons, selfie sticks, umbrellas, knives of any kind, including pen knives and small pen knives on key rings, any goods for unauthorised trading with unauthorised logos, balloons, clothing/garments/items which promote cultural appropriation, cool bags/boxes, perfume and makeup (over 100ml), sound systems, unofficial tabards and reflective/high vis jackets, disposable bbqs.
Please note that guests will have to pass through security and bag searches to enter all ticketed events and any items deemed to be dangerous, or included on the prohibited items, list will be confiscated by the venue manager and disposed of by the venue.
All items are subject to change without notice by venue management.
The Arlington Car Park is a multi storey car park just around the corner from Dreamland on All Saints Avenue, CT9 5QH. Arlington Car Park is operated and managed by SMART parking. The car parks cost £10 for all day parking.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU PURCHASE THE CORRECT PARKING TICKET, ALLOWING PLENTY OF TIME TO RETURN TO YOUR CAR. FINES WILL BE ISSUED BY SMART PARKING IF YOU EXIT THE CAR PARK WITHOUT PAYING THE CORRECT PARKING CHARGE.
For ticketed events, only ticketholders for the event will have access to the park during the event.
Our full park and venue terms and conditions can be viewed here.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
Most of our events have age restrictions, in which case you will need to provide proof of age on entry. Please refer to the individual event page for the age restrictions of that specific event. When purchasing alcohol, if you appear to be under the age of 25, you may be asked for proof of age. We reserve the right to refuse to serve you alcohol if you do not have valid photographic ID.
Acceptable forms of ID to prove you are over 18 include:
• A photo driving licence
• A passport
• A proof of age card, such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme.
Our security teams can also accept the YOTI app
The security team may confiscate items on entry, any confiscated items will not be returned at the end of the event and will be disposed of by the venue.
Refillable flasks and bottles are not permitted. Free tap water is available at all bars for this event.
Our outdoor venue is accessible and is mainly level, there is a slope to reach the accessible platform area, which is set to the back of the outdoor stage area and is on a higher level to the general admission area. The accessible platform area offers good views to the Scenic Stage but is not situated next to the Scenic Stage. Please be aware this is a no smoking area.
The outdoor and Scenic Stage area of Dreamland is mainly level. The paths are either block paved, sand or pea shingle. For Accessible Platform ticket holders, please head to the VIP / Accessible area, which can be reached via the slight slope by Rosco’s Ice Cream van. Please ask a member of the Dreamland team if you need any assistance.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
Our full park and venue terms and conditions can be viewed here.
We can’t promise that every detail that you remember will be there but every nook and cranny of the new Dreamland will be touched by the hand of a designer. We do promise that there will be nowhere quite like Dreamland.
For full dates and opening times, please check our website.
Our outdoor park, rides, amusements, roller disco and retro arcades are operated on a seasonal basis, normally from spring through to summer.
During the winter months, we have a great line up of ticketed indoor live music and events.
You can find out more by checking out our What’s On Pages Here.
Only registered assistance dogs are permitted to enter the park.
Yes, there will be designated areas throughout the park. Smoking will not be allowed in any other areas.
Yes. There will be alcohol served in designated areas. If you are buying drinks, please ensure you do not leave these areas when drinking them. You will also need to show proof of age when buying alcohol.
Yes, there are a variety of food outlets on park. You can find out more about food and drink options here.
Our full park and venue terms and conditions can be viewed here.
You can read our accessibility policy here.
