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The staff go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home and they ensure that everyone has the best time possible. I don’t think I stopped smiling all weekend.

The best thing about Potters holidays is that everything is included in the price you pay. Four meals a day, all your drinks - including wine, Prosecco, most spirits and soft drinks - great accommodation and so many activities. 

I’ll write a full review soon but for now here’s a little Reel of our weekend
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The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
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We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · October 17, 2017

Our Top Tips for Seeing the Legoland Fireworks

Disclosure: We have been gifted Merlin Annual Passes for the year however all opinions are my own.

We have seen the Legoland fireworks at the Legoland® Windsor Resort for the last couple of years and it’s without a doubt a highlight of our calendar – as well as being one of the best fireworks shows we have seen. We’ll be visiting again in a couple of weeks with our Merlin Annual Pass and really cannot wait. But if you are visiting Legoland on one of the fireworks dates here are my top tips to help your trip go as smoothly as possible.

Our Top Tips for Seeing the Legoland Fireworks
Legoland Fireworks

Pre-book

If you have an annual pass you can secure entry to the fireworks by pre-booking online for just £5 per person. This means that you can arrive at the park any time up until 6pm and know that you’ll be able to get in and see the fireworks. If you don’t book and the park reaches capacity you may not be allowed in.

Make the most of the day

The fireworks dates are normal Legoland dates. This means that all the rides and attractions are running as normal – with the ‘Brick or Treat’ theme running through the park. This means you can arrive at the park form 9:30am and stay until 8pm, making it a great value, action packed day out.

Get ready!

The fireworks start at 7pm but the show really starts from 6pm with music playing and crowds gathering. There’s a great atmosphere and it’s best to find a place to stand and watch the show by 6pm.

So much of the park has a good view of the fireworks but the best views are from Miniland, Heartlake City Harbour, Fire Academy and LEGO City. We always find somewhere to stand in Miniland which is a really popular spot but gives great views of the fireworks.

Our Top Tips for Seeing the Legoland Fireworks
Legoland Fireworks – Miniland at Night

Have a premium experience

You can invest in Premium Brick Seating which gives private seating overlooking Miniland. You get a clear view from your seat, a hot drink and snack on arrival and a goodie bag all for £35 per person – or £25 per person with an annual pass.

Or from £130 per person you can go all out and experience the Firework Spectacular from the warmth and exclusivity of the Model Makers Studio, and feast on a freshly cooked buffet and unlimited Drinks – including alcohol! You’ll also receive a VIP Goody Bag, 3D Glasses to watch the display a VIP Pop Badge and a VIP Lanyard. If you want to see the Legoland fireworks in style then this would be the way to do it.

Plan refreshments

Food and drink outlets get really busy from 6-7pm. It’s best to buy refreshments before this time as everyone is trying to eat, drink and get ready for the fireworks at the same time. We usually have a late lunch/early dinner in one of the restaurants and buy snacks and a hot drink on the way to find our perfect fireworks viewing spot.

Pushchairs are your friend

If you have young children pushchairs or the Legoland hire pushchairs are great at this point. You can keep the children happy, wrapped up warm and nicely contained until the fireworks start. We also usually bring a tablet for this part of the day. There’s a natural lull and an app or TV show really helps pass the time.

Plan arrival/departure times

For safety you can’t leave the Legoland Windsor Resort site from 6:30pm until 7:30pm. So if you aren’t staying for the fireworks make sure you leave before 6:30pm. If you’re staying for the fireworks be aware that the car park is incredibly busy and it often takes us an hour from getting into our car to leaving Legoland behind.

Dress for the season

This goes without saying really but this time of year it gets really cold – especially by the time you get back to your car. Wrap up warm!

This year’s Lego Ninjago Fireworks Spectacular is coming up on 21/22/27/28 October and we cannot wait to go and see them again. You can find out more about Legoland fireworks, find out opening times and book tickets online here on the official Legoland site.

Our Top Tips for Seeing the Legoland Fireworks
Watching Legoland Fireworks
Our Top Tips for Seeing the Legoland Fireworks

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  1. Alice says

    October 17, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    Great tips!! We’ve never seen fireworks at Legoland – I didn’t know it was such a thing – but my 5 year old would love this!!

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