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Drayton Manor Hotel Now Open!

August 17th, 2011

Set amid 280 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, the Drayton Manor Hotel is now open, catering for the modern family and boasting 150 luxurious rooms.

The hotel facilities include an outside play-area, a video games room and a Thomas & Friends Theatre, and with 11 magical Thomas & Friends-themed bedrooms, kids won’t be able to wait for bed-time!

Drayton Manor hotel is one of the few hotels worldwide to offer these captivating Thomas & Friends themed family rooms. On arrival, young guests will receive special Thomas & Friends welcome packs, before following the train tracks on the carpet to their bedrooms, complete with Thomas & Friends-themed bunk beds complete with built-in DVD players, as well as a comfortable double bed for Mum and Dad. Young guests are also invited to the Fat Controller’s story time in the Thomas & Friends Theatre, and afterwards can choose from the library of books and DVDs available from reception.

And why not top off the ultimate Thomas & Friends experience with a visit to Thomas Land, situated just moments away from the new resort. The Island of Sodor is brought to life in this exciting attraction, which includes 12 themed rides and a spectacular indoor play area. Kids can take a jaunt full-steam-ahead on Thomas, Percy or Rosie, followed by a wild ride on the Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster.

Thomas Land is part of Drayton Manor Theme Park, which caters for thrill-seekers of all ages, from the very young to the young-at-heart. Fans of the white-knuckle thrill-ride can enjoy Shockwave – Europe’s first stand-up rollercoaster or Apocalypse – named Britain’s scariest ride by Channel 5’s The Gadget Show – among other electrifying attractions. Also, new for 2011 is the Ben 10 Ultimate Mission, perfect for fans of the hit TV cartoon.

Drayton Manor Theme Park also includes the 15-acre open-plan Drayton Manor Zoo, which boasts over 100 species including big cats, reptiles, owls, monkeys and parrots, as well as a children’s farm and 12 endangered species – a must-see day out for any animal lover.

With so much to enjoy for all the family, one day simply isn’t enough to experience all the excitement Drayton Manor Theme Park has to offer. Drayton Manor Hotel offers you the opportunity to make the most of all the family fun available, giving kids a chance to continue their adventures during their overnight stay while parents can relax and unwind in comfort and style.

Play and Stay Needs You

January 28th, 2009

Play and Stay is changing this year and we need your help.

Been to a theme park in the last 12 months? Taken some pictures of you and your family/friends on your favourite rides? Or maybe you made a video of your day out.

We are looking for your pictures and videos to display on our all new site. So, if you think you can help, please email us at playandstay@googlemail.com with anything you think we might be able to use.

If you are stuck for ideas, check out our photostream on flickr. New photos are being uploaded all the time and we would really appreciate your help in this matter.

We also have own youtube account where you can see a variety of ride videos. Check it out.

Thanks in advance, and stay tuned for news of the all new Play and Stay site as and when it happens.