EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 32 MIN
What Three Generations of Women Can Teach Us About Running a Theme Park - Debs Griffin
from Skip the Queue · host Andy Povey, Debs Marie Griffin, Debora Griffin
Andy Povey is joined by Debs Griffin, Director of Sundown Adventureland, to explore a family-run theme park shaped by three generations of women. The conversation covers its growth into a leading destination for young families, alongside insights on expansion, operations, and maintaining a clear focus on imaginative play for children under 10. Topics Discussed Origins and growth of Sundown Adventureland Three generations of female leadership Expansion into rides, play areas, and accommodation Challenges in staffing and operations Importance of hands-on leadership Focus on under 10s and free play experiences Balancing growth while maintaining family values Show references: Debs Griffin, Director of Sundown Adventureland https://sundownadventureland.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/sundown-adventureland/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/debora-griffin-924161120/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Credits: Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster) Edited by Steve Folland Produced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop’ — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here
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In this episode of Skip the Queue, we’re joined by Debs from Sundown Adventureland, a truly unique attraction shaped not just by its story, but by the women behind it. What started as a small petting zoo in her grandmother Audrey’s garden has grown into one of the UK’s most beloved family theme parks. Remarkably, Sundown has been owned and run by three generations of women, each leaving their mark while staying true to a shared vision of creating magical experiences for young families. We explore how the park has evolved over time, the challenges of running an attraction in a changing world, and why staying focused on children under 10 continues to set Sundown apart.
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