Trafford Centre welcomes funfair with brand new water park and huge beach

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The Trafford Centre is set to make waves as it prepares for a huge beach and a brand new splash park to arrive as it's upgraded iconic funfair makes a welcome return.

The fairground, which arrives on July 22, will also feature a new ride called Sea Storm, where the public can ride the wave in individual cruisers. The 200 square metre splash park will have multiple jets and despite being in the city, guests can enjoy a 600 square metre beach of golden sand.

Former favourites are also set to make a return including the log flume, bungee trampolines, wave swinger, water balls, pirate ship and bumper boats.

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The summer season entertainment for 2022 is the centre’s most significant outdoor event to date. ‘Summer Daze’ will offer a line-up of family-friendly activity for all ages. The outdoor event will span 2.5 acres of land and will be located outside the Great Hall at Trafford Centre until 4 September .

Anyone with a fairground wristband will also have viewing access to one of three big screens from the beach area showing live sports and classic films throughout the summer.

Zoe Inman, Centre Director at Trafford Centre, said: "This is an incredibly exciting time for Trafford Centre, as our outdoor event sees a major refresh for summer 2022.

"The giant experience offers a variety of activities and amusements for all ages to enjoy, the perfect opportunity for a family day out in the Northwest. We look forward to welcoming our existing loyal and new customers throughout the summer season for a new leisure experience”.

Trafford Centre’s summer of sport also kicked off yesterday, June 27, with a free to access fan zone to