The Milky Way

Distance from Smytham: 14.5 miles
Travel Time: 30 minutes by car / 1hr10 minutes by bus
Public Transport: Walk to the top of the driveway, hop on the 317 bus to Bideford (stop D). Walk over to Stop A on Bideford Quay, and hop on the 319 bus to Hartland, getting off at The Milky Way
Perfect For: All the family. Calm, public liability insured dogs.
Best for Weather: All weather types

If you're looking for exceptional family attractions in North Devon, then make sure to add The Milky Way Adventure Park to your holiday schedule. Just a short drive from Smytham Holiday Park, this award-winning, all-weather attraction near Clovelly is packed with indoor and outdoor fun for all the family – whatever the weather.
Named one of the UK’s top amusement parks on TripAdvisor, The Milky Way offers a thrilling blend of rides, play areas, shows, and unique activities that make it one of the greatest days out near Smytham Holiday Park.
Thrill-seekers can experience the gravity-defying Cosmic Typhoon roller coaster, test themselves on the Ninja Stars assault course, or challenge their aim in the Laser Target Shooting Arena. Younger visitors will love the Little Stars indoor play area, which is specially designed for babies to 6-year-olds, featuring soft play, sensory rooms, and imaginative play zones.
For space lovers, there’s a fantastic Space Maze, interactive science exhibits, and even the chance to learn about the solar system through immersive, hands-on fun. The park also holds daily bird of prey displays, which are both informative and spectacular.
Rainy day? No problem. The Milky Way is one of the top all-weather attractions in Devon, offering a massive indoor play area with slides, dodgems, and interactive zones to keep the kids entertained for hours. There are even 3D cinema experience and regular shows throughout the year.
Special seasonal events, including Halloween and Christmas festivities, make The Milky Way Adventure Park an all year-round favourite. From live entertainment to themed activities, there’s always something new to experience.
Whether you're planning a fun day trip or a week-long holiday at Smytham Holiday Park, no family holiday in North Devon is complete without a visit to The Milky Way – where adventure is guaranteed, rain or shine.

Accessibility:

The site itself is very wheelchaire friednly being all on one level apart from the upstairs birthday party room. There is also lots of seating throuhout the park outside and inside. There is a fully accessible 9 hole mini golf course.