We visited Planet Funpark in Bury St Edmunds and this is what we thought

With the summer holidays still in full swing, one new Bury St Edmunds attraction is proving a popular way to keep families busy.

Planet Funpark has been open at Bury Rugby Club since July 30, with this summer's season running until September 4.

With the park open Wednesday to Sunday 1pm-9pm, we visited on a sunny Friday afternoon to see what all the fuss was about.

Wristbands cost £10.99 each (non-rider wristbands are £4) and offer four hours of unlimited rides and fun.

This was especially appealing, as the last time I visited a funfair with my daughter Clara it cost us a small fortune despite rationing the number of rides she would go on (and leading to a grumpy five-year-old).

In my mind, the £10.99 for unlimited rides at Planet Funpark meant we were on to a winner before we even stepped through the gate.

Parking is available in front of the rugby club and we followed the signs to Planet Funpark at the rear.

The attraction is basically a fun fair with a variety of inflatables, along with a beach, deckchairs and beach huts.

And while that may not sound the most exciting afternoon out for the adults, one look at Clara's wide-eyed gaze of wonder and open mouth as she took in her surroundings and I knew we were in kiddie heaven.

Our first stop was crazy golf – no wait for clubs or balls as they were conveniently placed next to the course – but Clara was too excited to hang around longer than one successful hole-in-15.

She raced towards the bungee trampolines and inflatables at the rear of the site.

After learning there was a wait of five minutes for the bungee trampolines Clara set about testing the inflatables.

The giant Minions-themed inflatable slide got the thumbs-down from Clara as it was not very slippery and children were getting stuck on their way down – the hot weather could be to blame.

Luckily the adjacent smaller Disney-themed slide was a winner and definitely had the 'slip factor'.

There was also an inflatable assault course and a more traditional bouncy dome, which were both a big hit with the children.

By now it was time for a turn on the bungee trampoline – and I was already mentally calculating that we'd had our money's worth, given five minutes on the trampolines costs £4 whenever they are at the arc shopping centre.

Next up was a turn on the ferris wheel – called Remix – which offered stunning views over the rugby club and surrounding farmland, when it wasn't whipping around at breakneck speed.

Clara then insisted we join her on 'Extreme Joker' a fast rotating ride. Each car sat two people, so I was relegated to a few cars behind daddy and daughter.

They loved it. I was not so convinced. But then, as I've got older I have found the rotating rides I loved as a teenager now make me feel a bit queasy.

The waltzers is another such ride. The last time Dave and I joined Clara on funfair waltzers we vowed 'never again'. We both came off looking and feeling sick as dogs.

"These ones don't look too bad, they don't have people spinning them," said Dave and we decided that, for Clara's sake, we would give it a go.

The Planet Funpark waltzers have the tag line 'when you ride with me it's ecstasy'.

We beg to differ.

Yes, they may not have been whipped around by ride helpers but they were still very twisty-turny.

On the plus side, we did not feel sick afterwards, but (unluckily for Clara) we both vetoed any return to the waltzers during our visit.

We stopped for drinks and to recover – cans of pop cost £2 and a slushy with refillable cup was £4 – before Clara went solo on Extreme Joker, having loved her first turn.

I sat and watched from a deckchair, toes in the sand of the man-made beach, before we headed for a turn on Hook a Duck.

Planet Funpark's rides are included in the wristband price, but games like Hook a Duck and our (unsuccessful) attempt to knock cans off a shelf did cost extra, with our turns costing £6 and £5 respectively. Clara walked away with a soft toy so she was happy.

Then it was time to revisit the bungee trampoline, try the electric boats and race around on the dodgems, before we allowed Clara to take a joyous dip in the giant splash pool (despite a lack of swimming attire).

It was the perfect opportunity for her to cool off after a few hours in the sun.

"I have really liked today," said Clara as she splashed around in the water.

We had to conclude that while Planet Funpark might not have been our cup of tea, it was Clara's idea of a perfect afternoon.

And being able to buy wristbands makes it easier to budget.

We chalk it up as a success – and may return for a second visit before it closes at the end of the summer holidays.

For tickets and information, go to www.facebook.com/planetfunpark

Planet Funpark tips:

If you want a beach hut (advisable on a sunny day), get to Planet Funpark soon after it opens or be prepared to wait for one. They are popular.

Swimming costumes/trunks and a towel would come in handy for children keen to cool off in the giant pool – Clara jumped in wearing her knickers and I wished I'd arrived better prepared.

If it is a sunny day, wear a hat. I did not and felt hot and bothered far earlier than my hat-wearing husband and daughter.

If you have buckets and spades, take them along for the beach.