Dinosaur fans are in for a treat this summer as Heaton Park welcomes 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs.
The Dinosaurs in the Park event promises to transform the park 'into a palaeontologist’s playground', delighting dino fans of every age.
With dinosaurs round every corner, the park will be filled with classic favourites such as the Stegosaurus, Triceratops and Velociraptor, as well as the lesser-known Dilophosaurus, Kentrosaurus and Hypacrosaurus.
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Visitors will be able to wind their way along the Dinosaur Trail, solve puzzles, and carry out some Jurassic dentistry by brushing the teeth of the resident T-Rex.
And after the trail there'll be a fun zone with hands-on activities included dino excavation digs, mini golf, a dino kingdom bouncy castle and mini soft play for under threes.
You'll be able to design your own dinosaur and watch it come to life on the screen and visit the palaeontologist tent to 'discover fossils, dinosaur dung and interesting facts'.
The event - billed as 'an educational and enjoyable day out for the whole family' - is running from July 20 to August 6, with all the activities included in the ticket price. Optional extra funfair rides are charged per ride.
And on two of the days, July 23 and August 5, there'll be a guest appearance from a real-life palaeontologist, Manchester University’s Dr Dean Lomax.
The famed palaeontologist will be discussing all-things dinosaurs as well as answering questions, showcasing some of his fossil collection and there will even be an opportunity for children to bring their own fossils to show Dr Lomax, getting the chance to hear more about them as well as have them aged.
Manchester's Dinosaurs in the Park event comes after a successful debut in Plymouth this year.
Tickets cost £10.50 for adults and children over three, plus booking fees. A family ticket costs £40. Book any time slot after 3pm to get 20% off. Visit the website to book.
