Book a Short Break and Get a 2nd Day Free at Merlin Theme Parks

Looking for a theme park getaway this summer or autumn? There’s now a fantastic opportunity to book a short break at selected Merlin theme parks and enjoy a second day in the park completely free.

The offer is available when you book between 18 August and 14 September 2026, with selected stays available from 18 August to 22 October 2026. Thorpe Park stays are available until 1 October 2026.

That means more time on your favourite rides, more attractions to experience and more memories to make – all while enjoying an overnight stay.

Here’s what’s included at each participating resort.

Alton Towers Resort – 2nd Day Free from £79pp

Why settle for one day when you can enjoy two days of thrills?

Book an Alton Towers Resort short break and you’ll get an additional day in the theme park for free, with prices starting from £79 per person.

Whether you’re looking for record-breaking roller coasters or family-friendly attractions, there’s plenty to fill two days.

Thrill-seekers can take on Nemesis Reborn, experience the legendary Wicker Man or explore the resort’s huge selection of rides and attractions.

Families can head to CBeebies Land, including the new-for-2026 Bluey the Ride: Here Come the Grannies!, a junior coaster inspired by the popular Bluey series.

And if you’re visiting during the Halloween season, you could combine your short break with Scarefest. Expect spooky attractions, scare mazes, live entertainment and rides in the darkness.

Offer booking period: 18 August – 14 September 2026
Selected stay dates: 18 August – 22 October 2026
From: £79 per person

Sale ends at 23:59 on 14 September 2026.

LEGOLAND Windsor Resort – 2nd Day Free

Families can turn a visit to LEGOLAND Windsor Resort into a full LEGO adventure with a second day at the resort completely free.

The offer includes selected stays between 18 August and 22 October 2026, giving families the opportunity to combine a short break with some of the resort’s biggest events.

You could catch the final dates of LEGO Festival, enjoy a September staycation or visit during Brick or Treat for some Halloween-themed LEGO fun.

There are several accommodation options available, including themed accommodation at the resort and trusted partner hotels, giving families plenty of choice when planning their getaway.

With two days in the resort, there’s even more time to explore the rides, attractions and LEGO-themed experiences.

Offer booking period: 18 August – 14 September 2026
Selected stay dates: 18 August – 22 October 2026

Sale ends at 23:59 on 14 September 2026.

Chessington World of Adventures Resort – Double the Family Fun

Looking for a family adventure? A Chessington World of Adventures short break could be the perfect option, with a second day in the theme park included for free.

Guests can experience the excitement of Jumanji, including the UK’s first Jumanji roller coaster, Mandrill Mayhem, before returning for another day of rides and attractions.

There’s also plenty for younger visitors, including the new-for-2026 World of PAW Patrol, bringing the popular characters to life at the resort.

Later in the season, selected stays coincide with Howl’o’ween, giving families the chance to experience spooky entertainment, scare zones, rides at dusk and trick-or-treating at Enchanted Hollow.

With a second day included, there’s more time to experience the resort without trying to fit everything into a single day.

Offer booking period: 18 August – 14 September 2026
Selected stay dates: 18 August – 22 October 2026

Sale ends at 23:59 on 14 September 2026.

Thorpe Park – Ride, Rest and Repeat

For adrenaline seekers, Thorpe Park is offering the chance to extend your theme park adventure with a free second day when booking an overnight short break.

With more than 25 rides and attractions, including six record-breaking roller coasters, there’s plenty to keep thrill-seekers entertained across two days.

Take on Hyperia, experience the acceleration of Stealth, or fly through the air on The Swarm. With an extra day in the park, you can ride your favourites again and make the most of your visit.

Thorpe Park short breaks also come with additional benefits, including overnight accommodation, free parking and Fastrack perks.

Whether you’re planning a trip with friends, family or fellow coaster enthusiasts, this offer gives you more time to enjoy the rides without having to cram everything into one day.

Offer booking period: 18 August – 14 September 2026
Selected stay dates: 18 August – 1 October 2026

Sale ends at 23:59 on 14 September 2026.

Why Book a Two-Day Theme Park Short Break?

A second day can make a big difference to your theme park getaway.

Instead of trying to experience everything from opening until closing, you can spread your visit across two days and have more time to enjoy your favourite rides, explore the resort and take advantage of seasonal events.

It’s particularly useful if you’re visiting during a busy period, when queues can make it difficult to experience everything in a single day.

And with Halloween events taking place at several of the resorts during the offer period, this could be a great opportunity to combine a short break with some of the UK’s biggest theme park Halloween celebrations.

Don’t Miss the Deadline

The 2nd Day Free short break offer is available for bookings made between 18 August and 14 September 2026, subject to availability and the applicable terms and conditions.

Selected stays are available between 18 August and 22 October 2026, although Thorpe Park stays end on 1 October 2026.

If you’re already thinking about a theme park getaway, booking before the offer ends could give you an extra day of rides and attractions at no additional park admission cost.

Book your short break and make your next theme park trip a two-day adventure.

Offer terms and conditions apply. Second-day admission is subject to availability and the specific short-break package booked. The offer ends at 23:59 on 14 September 2026.