Deep in the heart of the UK's New Forest National Park, Paultons family theme park is ready for what it hopes will be another successful summer season.

Paultons – home to the world's first and UK exclusive Peppa Pig World – will host daily character appearances from Peppa and her brother George.

This year will see the front of Paultons Park change dramatically, with the opening of a new 30,000sq.ft welcome building.

With visitor numbers reaching more than one million a year, the dramatic new entrance and admissions kiosk area is a sign of how the award-winning park is gradually expanding and looking forward to the next 30 years.

The new development will not only be home to the Wildwoods Restaurant but also a 10,000sq.ft themed toy shop.

In addition, Paultons has launched a brand new, hand-crafted Victorian carousel. Developed by Bertazzon of Italy, the two-level ride features 24 traditionally painted horses.