The best things to do in Ingoldmells are riding the roller-coasters at Fantasy Island, meeting the animals at Hardy’s Animal Farm, and bouncing at Jump Warriors Trampoline Park to name a few.
Most of these activities are within a short drive, bus ride or walk of each other, so you can fit several into one day. Ingoldmells is the lively heart of the Lincolnshire coast, around four miles north of Skegness.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or a full week, here’s our guide to the best of it.
The Top 5 Things to Do in Ingoldmells
1. Fantasy Island
Fantasy Island is the village’s headline attraction, with around 21,000 reviews on Google.
Thrill-seekers can take on coasters including the Odyssey and the Millennium, while younger visitors have family-friendly rides and arcade games.
Entry is free, and you pay for rides with a height-tiered day wristband or the pay-as-you-ride iCard. Children under 0.9m get a free Little Explorer wristband, according to the park’s 2026 season announcement.
Best for: all ages | Allow: most of a day | Cost: free entry, wristband prices vary so check the official site. The park’s FAQs list parking at £2 an hour for the first three hours, then £8 for the day.
Want the full rundown? Read our ultimate guide to Skegness Theme Park.
2. Fantasy Island Market
Set within the Fantasy Island grounds, the market is billed as Europe’s largest seven-day market, with more than 300 stalls selling fashion, toys, gifts and confectionery.
Is Ingoldmells Market open every day? It is promoted as a seven-day market, but stall hours vary, so check before you travel.
Best for: bargains and souvenirs | Allow: 1 to 2 hours | Cost: free to enter. See our guide to the best markets in Ingoldmells.
3. Hardy’s Animal Farm
On Anchor Lane, Hardy’s Animal Farm has a 4.6-star rating from around 1,400 Google reviews.
Kids can meet farm animals across seven acres, feed the lambs, ride the tractor and trailer, and burn off energy in the indoor Haystacks play-barn and outdoor play areas.
It’s about a 10-minute walk from the beach and has on-site parking and a café.
Best for: toddlers and primary-school children | Allow: half a day | Cost: from around £13 through authorised ticket sellers. Check the official website for current prices and opening days.
4. Jump Warriors Trampoline Park
Also on Anchor Lane, Jump Warriors has extensive trampolines, a ninja warrior course and a high jump tower.
Sessions run all year, so it works in any weather. Look out for toddler takeovers and a Friday-night Disco Bounce, and book ahead in school holidays.
Best for: energetic kids and teens | Allow: 1 to 2 hours | Cost: pay per session, so check the website for current prices. More in our trampoline park guide.
5. Ingoldmells Beach
Grab a bucket and spade and head for the wide, sandy coastline at Ingoldmells South Beach, rated 4.4 on Google.
It’s perfect for sandcastles, paddling and a seaside ice cream, with the promenade for a longer stroll.
Best for: everyone, including dog walkers | Allow: as long as you like | Cost: free. See our guide to Ingoldmells Beach.
Staying nearby makes all of this easier. Kingfisher Caravan Park is on Sea Lane in the centre of Ingoldmells, within walking distance of Fantasy Island. See our caravans for rent in Ingoldmells.
Things to Do in Ingoldmells for Every Kind of Day
Things to Do With Kids
For toddlers and under-fives, Hardy’s Animal Farm is the easiest win, and Fantasy Island’s Little Explorer rides are free for the smallest children.
Older kids will prefer the coasters, the ninja course at Jump Warriors and the arcades. A simple plan is a morning at Hardy’s, an afternoon on the beach and an evening at the arcades.
Things to Do in Ingoldmells in the Rain
A grey forecast doesn’t have to wreck your trip.
Jump Warriors is a large indoor arena open all year, Hardy’s has indoor play and many animals under cover, and Tiny Tots Village indoor play-zone suits toddlers.
A Butlin’s day visit (see below) includes Splash Waterworld and live shows, and the market and arcades are classic wet-weather standbys.
For more ideas, see our guide to things to do when it’s raining in Skegness.
Free Things to Do in Ingoldmells
You can have a great day out here without spending much.
The beach, the promenade and the seafront cost nothing, and entry to both Fantasy Island and the market is free, so you can soak up the atmosphere without buying a wristband.
What’s on in Ingoldmells this weekend for free? Those are always available, and venue websites and local community pages list one-off events. More budget ideas in our free things to do in Skegness.
Things to Do in Ingoldmells for Couples and Adults
When the sun goes down, Ingoldmells comes alive.
Captain Jack’s Show Bar and Sealands Family Bar are known for evening entertainment, tribute acts and family shows, and Jump Warriors runs a Friday-night Disco Bounce.
For couples, try a sunset beach walk followed by dinner and a show. See our guide to nightlife in Ingoldmells.
Nearby Attractions
- Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway: a volunteer-run heritage railway at Skegness Water Leisure Park on Walls Lane, in Ingoldmells, rated 4.7 on Google. It runs on advertised days, so check the railway’s website.
- Butlin’s Skegness: on the Ingoldmells and Skegness boundary, and open to day visitors. According to Butlin’s day visits page, a pass includes unlimited fairground rides, Splash Waterworld, live shows and SkyPark, with parking at £1. Book in advance.
- Natureland Seal Sanctuary: a short trip into Skegness, rated 4.6 on Google, and another good wet-weather option. See our Natureland guide.
- Skegness Pier: classic seaside views and arcade fun, a short journey south.
Ingoldmells or Skegness: Which Is Better?
It depends on what you want, and the two are only a few miles apart, so you don’t have to choose. Ingoldmells suits big attractions, the huge market and a livelier, amusement-led atmosphere.
Skegness has the pier, the main town centre, a more traditional promenade and a wider choice of shops and restaurants. We compare them in Skegness and Ingoldmells: the perfect holiday destinations.
Getting There and Where to Stay in Ingoldmells
Getting Around
Ingoldmells sits on the A52, around four miles north of Skegness. Fantasy Island has paid car parks, and Hardy’s and Butlin’s have on-site parking.
Local buses run through the village and past Fantasy Island and Anchor Lane, and Hardy’s has said the number 3 stops at the end of its farm road, but check current timetables.
The nearest station is Skegness, then a bus or taxi north. The beach and market are free, so allow extra only for rides, food and paid attractions.
Where to Stay
Kingfisher Caravan Park is on Sea Lane in the centre of Ingoldmells, within walking distance of Fantasy Island and a few minutes’ walk from the beach.
The park is pet-friendly and has a children’s playground and an on-site shop. Explore our caravans for rent in Ingoldmells and Skegness or plan a weekend caravan break.
Plan Your Ingoldmells Trip
From thrill rides and a huge market to farm animals, sandy beaches and lively evenings, there’s no shortage of things to do in Ingoldmells.
Pick a few favourites, mix free activities with paid attractions and you have a seaside trip everyone will remember.
Ready to book your stay? Browse our holiday caravans and make Ingoldmells your base.
