{"id":82268,"date":"2023-08-26T03:38:24","date_gmt":"2023-08-26T03:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/?p=82268"},"modified":"2023-08-26T03:38:24","modified_gmt":"2023-08-26T03:38:24","slug":"i-work-at-legoland-discovery-centre-heres-the-best-time-to-visit-to-avoid-the-crowds-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/travel\/i-work-at-legoland-discovery-centre-heres-the-best-time-to-visit-to-avoid-the-crowds-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"I work at Legoland Discovery Centre – here's the best time to visit to avoid the crowds | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"
A LEGOLAND Discovery Centre employee has shared the top tips every family should use to make the most of their next visit. <\/p>\n
Planning a day out can take a lot of work, but an expert has revealed how families can make the most out of their visit to the Legoland Discovery Centre. <\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n
The indoor Lego attraction, which has locations in both Birmingham and Manchester, has been described as a smaller version of Legoland Windsor. <\/p>\n
The Legoland Discovery Centre has its own rides and attractions including Kingdom Quest, a 4D cinema, and a virtual reality experience. <\/p>\n
Despite being open seven days a week, the Legoland Discovery Centre can get very busy during the weekends. <\/p>\n
Michelle Oakes, Lego Master Model Builder at the Birmingham Discovery Centre, told Sun Online Travel: "On really busy days, it can get quite full. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
"Days when it's not so busy are obviously during the term time, but if you and your kids have a Friday afternoon off, that's also a good time to come.<\/p>\n
"My best advice is to come here for when doors open because that's when we're at our quietest." <\/p>\n
Visitors to the Legoland Discovery Centre will be able to experience a handful of rides and other attractions. <\/p>\n
One of those is Kingdom Quest where visitors will need to help save the captured princess by shooting a series of villains. <\/p>\n
<\/picture>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Michelle, who has worked at the centre for five years, added: "On this ride, families can have some fun and shoot at the targets, and it's almost important to get competitive because there's a scoreboard at the end." <\/p>\n Other rides include Merlin's Apprentice Ride. <\/p>\n Michelle added: "Then, you go through the Miniland, which includes some of Birmingham's biggest landmarks." <\/p>\n In addition to the rides, there are also three different 4D films that are shown every 20 to 30 minutes.<\/p>\n According to Michelle, the 4D films are bespoke to the Legoland Discovery Centre, so they're a must for Lego fans. <\/p>\n Michelle said: "After you've done all of this, you can go into the creative workshop, which people can book as an additional extra when they buy their ticket." <\/p>\n In the creative workshop, Master Model Builders teach visitors how to build Lego models. <\/p>\n Michelle added: "The Master Model Builder will stand at the front of the room, and build the model in real-time with step-by-step instructions. <\/p>\n Other attractions include the VR Race Experience, a soft play area, and the Lego Racers Build and Test area.<\/p>\n Michelle said: "Inside the Build and Test area, there are lots of car parts and pieces that visitors can use to build race cars, monster trucks, and just everyday family saloons. <\/p>\n "Everyone enjoys this area because of the collorabtion between the parents and the children.<\/p>\n "It's a great area to make good memories with young children because you have the creative element."<\/p>\n While the rides and attractions are well sign-posted throughout the Discovery Centre, there are some features families could accidentally skip.<\/p>\n Michelle said: "I think families could potentially miss the character meet and greets, especially if they're busy in other areas. <\/p>\n "They could also miss the cinema showings too, as they may not realise there are three different 4D films." <\/p>\n The Legoland Discovery Centre in Birmingham is also recruiting two assistant builders to help build LEGO displays, run workshops, and build their own creations too. <\/p>\n Michelle added: "Our job advert is closing this week, but we're still welcoming new applicants.<\/p>\n "Once we've gone through the applications, candidates will be asked to submit a video of themselves completing a themed build challenge." <\/p>\n "We're looking for someone who is really positive, energetic, and enthusiastic about Lego."<\/p>\n Applications to become a Master Model Builder close at the end of the week, and anyone interested in applying should visit the website, here.<\/p>\n The Legoland Discovery Centre is situated in the heart of Birmingham with entry tickets costing \u00a312.50 for an adult and child combo ticket.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n One mum recently shared her day out to the\u00a0Legoland Discovery Centre, which she described as "such a good place to take your child in\u00a0Birmingham."<\/p>\n Other nearby attractions include The National Sea Life Centre, while the\u00a0Bullring shopping centre\u00a0is just a short walk away.<\/p>\nSurreal UK beach where you can explore abandoned buildings and clear blue seas<\/h3>\n<\/section>\n
Man sparks debate after sharing sneaky trick to avoid paying for oversized bag<\/h3>\n<\/section>\n
I tested travel pillows – the winner is just \u00a310 & perfect for last-minute hols<\/h3>\n<\/section>\n
UK seaside village with 'magical' secluded beach & lighthouse that kids love<\/h3>\n<\/section>\n
Read More on The Sun<\/span><\/h2>\n
Vet reveals three dog toys all pet owners should never buy<\/h3>\n
Millions of households can apply for energy bill support worth \u00a3600 in weeks<\/h3>\n