Thrills, smiles and plenty of sugar: Winter Funland proves to be an ideal family treat

Winter Funland is an ideal family outing this festive season

As everyone knows, funfairs are a wonderful experience, especially for young children.

I was thrilled to see the happy smiles of my three-year-old twin siblings, as well as the other kids whose joy and laughter filled the NEC's Winter Funland.

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Winter Funland Birmingham is suitable for families of all ages (even teens!) | Jack Rogers

Winter Funland is known for being the UK’s largest indoor fairground, and has returned as a festive treat for the entire family in Birmingham.

The year, there was more than 25 fun rides that kept the children entertained for an entire evening. We arrived at around 6pm and left at 9pm. In between, for the three hours, we were thoroughly entertained by the sheer amount of rides and activities that packed the NEC.

It is safe to say that the vibrant and entertaining atmosphere captivated their young imaginations.

Despite a full and hectic day at nursery, my little brother and sister were determined to go on as much rides as they could.

One particular highlight was the circus, and we were thoroughly entertained by the different stunts that were shown to the audience.

One such trick that had the crowd hooked was during a levitating trick, where it seemed like the person was flying off a the table - there were plenty of gasps and wide-eyed members of the audience, wondering how the trick was really performed.

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Levitating trick during a circus performance at Winter Funland | Mimi Ibrahim

Winter Funland also had an ice rink, but we were too excited about sugar and ice cream to try it this time around.

The place was full of joy, and I saw plenty of happy faces walking around.

As well as, lots of incredible bites to eat from lots of food vendors all around the venue, including favourites such as, chicken and chips, pizzas, churros, waffles, hot chocolate and lots more sweet treats.

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Mimi Ibrahim

From our recent visit, Winter Funland is definitely a place worth going to once the Christmas school holidays roll around.

You can visit Winter Funland at the NEC until 3 January, tickets available for booking here.

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