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The Dinosaur Park, Gumfreston, Tenby, SA70 8RB

Guide Price
£4,500,000

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Christie & Co, Retail
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SECTOR

Leisure facility for sale

Key features

  • Close to popular seaside town
  • 36 rides and activities, cafe and gift shop
  • Circa 120 acres land available separately
  • 3 bed 2 bath bungalow available separately
  • Scope for expansion
  • Gross profit March 2025 (management accounts) £1,055,039
  • Christie & Co Ref: 5890032

Description

Description

The Dinosaur Park is a visitor attraction located near Tenby, Pembrokeshire. The business was created and built by the current owners in 1994. This is the first time ever available on the market therefore creating a fantastic one-off opportunity for a prospective buyer to acquire this highly profitable leisure business. The Dinosaur Park is a family owned and operated business, offered for sale due to retirement. There is scope to buy the park as a lifestyle business or to employ an onsite General Manager who would handle the day-to-day management of the park. This themed visitor attraction comprises 36 rides and activities, along with over 90 Dinosaurs. There is a woodland trail and a separate guided walking safari of the animatronic residents. Undercover areas comprise soft and hard play, family fun activity house, virtual reality, café and takeaway eateries, covered eating area, giftshop and reception.
There is additional land surrounding the park as well as a three-bedroom bungalow available by separate negotiation.

Location

The Dinosaur Park is located 2.5 miles from Tenby, Pembrokeshire.
Tenby is the closest harbour town resort, the ideal destination for half term days out and family breaks. With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and a variety of family-friendly activities, this picturesque coastal town offers something for everyone. Whether you’re exploring Tenby’s ancient landmarks or embarking on exciting adventures. There is no shortage of restaurants, cafes and pubs amongst the many tourist attractions, including, ghost walks, museums and the RNLI lifeboat station.
According to Walesonline (2020) around two and a half million people visit Tenby each year, with more than 50% of these being outside of Wales. Tenby has also been quoted as “the most iconic holiday destination in Wales” (Walesonline). This proven popular tourist destination has helped create The Dinosaur Park the thriving success it is to date.

External Details

Since opening its doors in 1994 the Dinosaur Park has become a favourite for locals and holiday makers alike with over 650 families having season tickets and high levels of repeat business. With Dinosaurs being part of the National Curriculum the Park welcomes several School Trips each year. It has a rating of 4.6 on Google and 4 on TripAdvisor. The emphasis is very much on families having fun together with a great range of rides and activities suitable for all ages.
Firm favourites include the woodland Dinosaur trail through ancient semi-natural woodland, with information boards, fun facts and a quiz available. There is also a separate, much loved guided walking safari of the animatronic residents.
Highlights amongst the rides are the Adventure Net (a playground in the sky), Tubey Run and Virtual Reality shack not to mention the highly competitive Fun House.
These areas with the carpark (350 cars) amount to 33.3 acres.

*Land Registry Title number: CYM790131



Opening Times 2024:
16th March - September 7th: 10am - 5pm (Open Daily)
9th September – 23rd October: Closed Mon, Tues & Weds. Open Thursday - Sunday 10:30am - 4pm
24th October – 2nd November: 10:30am - 4pm (Open Daily)

Admissions:
Day Tickets
Adults £17.95
Children (age 3 - 15 years) £16.50
Toddler (ages 2 years) £11.50
Under 2 years FREE
Senior (60 +) £15.50
Carer Accompanying Disabled Guest FREE

Land
Site plan of land 120 acres CYM781323

Owner's Accommodation

Owner's On-Site Living Accommodation - By separate negotiation
Currently used as the owner’s accommodation, the three bedroom, two bathroom bungalow is very well presented. Outside there is a tarmacked drive with space for four cars. The bungalow separates the front and the back garden, both of which are mainly laid to lawn. At the side of the property you enter through the utility, with a boot room to your right, then leading into the open plan kitchen, dining and living room. Patio doors lead out of the living room onto a decked area with stunning views of Tenby and the Gower peninsular. Back inside, a door from the dining space leads into a hallway with two double bedrooms and a shower room, an office area and a generous principle bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. This property has an agricultural tie from 1970s.

Staff

Seasonal staff, up to 50 members in the open seasonal period March – November. Then 4-5 members of staff over the winter.

Trading Information

- Turnover March 2024 £1,210,902
- Gross Profit March 2024 £844,484
- Adjusted Net Profit March 2024 £673,003
- Turnover March 2025 (management accounts) £1,222,770
- Gross Profit March 2025 (management accounts) £1,055,039
- Adjusted Net Profit March 2025 (management accounts) £767,758

Trading Hours

Opening Times 2024:
16th March - September 7th: 10am - 5pm (Open Daily)
9th September – 23rd October: Closed Mon, Tues & Weds. Open Thursday - Sunday 10:30am - 4pm
24th October – 2nd November: 10:30am - 4pm (Open Daily)

Tenure

Freehold

Energy Performance Certificates

EPC 1

Brochures

The Dinosaur Park, Gumfreston, Tenby, SA70 8RB

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Tenby Station2.2 miles
  • Penally Station2.3 miles
  • Manorbier Station2.5 miles

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