From a new spinning ride to a revamped safari, these attractions have either just launched or are coming soon to Norfolk and Waveney. 

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1. Polar Express, Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

Fans of Mulan, which was removed in 2019 after 20 years, are in for a treat as a similar spinning ride called Polar Express is coming later this spring.

It is a "Musik Express" ride, which is currently being built in Italy, and it will whizz 20 carriages around in a sloped circle.

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2. Safari, Pleasurewood Hills 

Pleasurewood Hills in Corton, near Lowestoft, reopened on April 1 for its 2023 season with a newly-revamped Safari attraction. 

It is the longest-serving ride at the park and to give it a refresh, brand-new cars have been introduced. 

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3. Giddy Up, Pleasurewood Hills

Also newly revamped this year is the Pleasurewood Ponies, which was first introduced in 2012 and takes families on a trip around the paddock.

It has been rebranded as Giddy Up with a Western theme, featuring new horses and a rodeo soundtrack.

The changes have been made as the park celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. 

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4. Petting Area, Pettitts Animal Adventure Park

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park in Reedham is a much-loved family attraction and it has just reopened for the 2023 season.

The Petting Area, home to goats, Shetland ponies, pigs and more, has undergone a full refurbishment over the winter and the park also boasts rides and play areas. 

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5. Gigantosaurus Land, Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure

While families will have to wait until 2024 to visit, Gigantosaurus Land is bound to delight explorers of all ages when it opens at this dinosaur park in Lenwade. 

The interactive play area is based on the hit Gigantosaurus TV series and will feature a volcano-themed drop ride, spinning flower teacups and much more.