Day out at Butlin’s Bognor Regis: Top Tips for Making the Most of Your Money
Butlin’s at Bognor is an absolute bargain in my opinion (out of school holidays anyway). We’ve had some great day trips there, and I’m ready for more. Here are a few top tips to make the most of your money…
My three year old son loves a day trip to Butlin’s at Bognor, and thanks to the price and range of activities, so do I. It’s mainly thanks to their swimming pool, it’s amazing. Considering the public pool near us is about £12 for the two of us, and is just a pool, I think the Splashpark at Butlin’s is great value.
There are lots of other great things to do and see at Butlin’s though…
Your day ticket for Butlin’s
Last time we went to Butlin’s they were running a deal for £1 for kid’s tickets with a full paying adult (running again on selected weekdays in May 2025). So, £20 for the both of us. You get entry to the swimming pool, live shows and loads of added activities, all for free from 10am to 8pm. Of course there are some that charge too.
I booked online in advance – only the night before – to guarantee the spot as I didn’t want to be turned away after driving the 45 minutes from our house.
Kids under 2 get in free at all times, and when he was under 2, they didn’t check.
*Prices do vary depending on the season, so check the Butlin’s website for the latest info.
Parking at Butlin’s
You can’t park on site if you’re only there for the day, but there is a massive car park near the day ticket holders entrance. It’s pretty spendy though.
When I last went on March 3rd it said it charged the summer price of £11.50 for the day although when I got to it, it only did the winter price of £4.40 (thankfully).
It is super handy though, especially for the end of the day when you have tired kiddies..
There is parking along Bognor seafront just a few minutes walk away, but I’m not sure how much that is. It could be worth exploring if you want to save more on your day out.
If you’re going by train, Bognor Regis station is just an 11-minute walk away.
What can you do for free at Butlin’s?
Once you’re in, you’ve got a whole world of entertainment and food at your fingertips. Here’s what you absolutely cannot miss:
Splash waterworld – Giant flumes, wave pools, a lazy river… this is the highlight and what you should base your day around. You will have to select a time for the pool when you enter the park. Bring your swimwear and towels – this is where the buggy comes in handy for carrying it all.
Traditional fairground – Think dodgems, a classic carousel, and all those nostalgic funfair vibes. We went on a pirate ship which I assumed just went up and down, but turned out to spin round too, so that was fun. Unfortunately that was just after the sundae so we both of our ‘tummies felt funny’ (Reggie’s words) when we exited that ride!
Live shows & entertainment