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Ferne Animal Sanctuary (3 miles)

Chard

Ferne Animal Sanctuary Nature trails, picnic spots and the opportunity to see acres full of beautiful animals.

Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium (10 miles)

Lyme Regis

Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium Come face to face with local fish and marine life of the Jurassic coast. Kids can interact with the sea creatures including the unique experience of hand feeding our shoal of tame mullet, holding a starfish and getting up close with a giant lobster.

The Donkey Sanctuary (16 miles)

Sidmouth

The Donkey Sanctuary We are a registered charity working around the world protecting donkeys and promoting their welfare worldwide. Visitors can spend as much time as they wish meeting the donkeys and enjoying beautiful coastal and countryside walks. We have a maze, nature centre and donkeys to ‘adopt’, along with family picnic areas.

Abbotsbury Swannery (23 miles)

Weymouth

Abbotsbury Swannery Abbotsbury Swannery is unique. This is the only place in the world where you are able to walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute Swans.

Badger Watch Dorset (23 miles)

Dorchester

Badger Watch Dorset An evening in the country the kids will never forget: their high quality hides have recorded a 100% sightings record over the last three years, so you are virtually guaranteed to see some of these wonderful creatures foraging for food under the floodlights.

Tropiquaria Animal and Adventure Park (26 miles)

Watchet

Tropiquaria Animal and Adventure Park Hold snakes and spiders in the Tropical Hall, visit the Aquarium, Radio Museum and Puppet Theatre. There are pirate ships to play on, animals and an Indoor Playcastle with café.

Kingston Maurward Gardens & Animal Park (26 miles)

Dorchester

Kingston Maurward Gardens & Animal Park Entering from the Visitor Centre the formal gardens are laid out in the Arts and Crafts style of the Edwardian period.

The Devon Wildlife Trust (27 miles)

Exeter

The Devon Wildlife Trust Established as a registered charity in 1962, the Devon Wildlife Trust has a unique and influential position. Unique because it is the only organisation concerned with all aspects of wildlife conservation in Devon. Influential because it is a member of The Wildlife Trusts partnership, a nationwide network dedicated to the achievement of a UK richer in wildlife.

Weymouth Sea Life Park (28 miles)

Weymouth

Weymouth Sea Life Park The Park's unique mix of indoor and outdoor attractions make this a great family day out. Enrol in the amazing Shark Academy for the day, enjoy close encounters at the touchpool and learn about the success of the renowned seahorse breeding programme currently underway.

Cheddar Caves and Gorge (30 miles)

Cheddar

Cheddar Caves and Gorge Whatever the weather, Cheddar Caves & Gorge is the ideal day out destination for all the family. Prepare to be entertained, educated and enlightened! Our friendly staff will do all they can to make your day special and memorable.

Seaquarium (33 miles)

Weston-Super-Mare

Seaquarium Here you will discover the fascinating secrets hidden beneath the Severn Estuary and the sea beyond.

Isle of Purbeck Aquarium (34 miles)

Wool

Isle of Purbeck Aquarium You will find this little gem in the heart of Hardy’s beautiful Dorset. Our informative displays feature aquatic stars of the world famous Jurassic coastal waters and stunning River Frome. Seahorses are among the exotic and fascinating creatures from other lands you can also see in our beautiful aquariums.

Monkey World (35 miles)

Wareham

Monkey World Monkey World – Ape Rescue Centre is a 65-acre woodland park which is home to over 160 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys.

Butterflies and More (36 miles)

North Somerset

Butterflies and More Come and see a wonderful display of butterflies and moths in our own tropical rainforest. Wander through our diverse planting of tropical trees, shrubs and climbers including many passionflowers. Watch ravenous caterpillars munch their way through leaf after leaf, barely pausing for breath! Witness beautiful butterflies emerging from their chrysalises and spot the terrapins basking in the sun.

Exmoor Falconry and Animal Park (36 miles)

Porlock

Exmoor Falconry and Animal Park Parrot handling; Dog training; Natural Herbal Remedies; Care of your pets; Alpaca Walks and Animal Handling Sessions. Hawk walks, Falconry Days, Courses, Half days, Owl Hour.......

Longleat (37 miles)

Warminster

Longleat Explore Jungle Kingdom, a new multi million pound attraction. Go walkabout in the UK's first walkthrough meerkat enclosure, hand feed the Rainbow Lorikeets in the Lorikeet Feeding Station and enjoy the antics of the monkeys in Monkey Temple! Take a sea lion escorted voyage on Jungle Cruise past Gorilla Island or journey on the Jungle Express, a themed railway experience. Don't miss Deer Valley Ã‚Â– a new parkland "on foot" experience which allows visitors to feed the fallow deer, plus a new daily birds of prey show - 'Hunters of the Sky' will brought to Longleat by the Hawk Conservancy Trust later this year. The Safari Park will also be introducing the fastest land animal, the cheetah, as it joins the Longleat Big Cats in the new Cheetah Kingdom, which will open later in the year.

Living Coasts (38 miles)

Torquay

Living Coasts Take a journey around the coasts of the world where amazing plants and animals live life on the edge. You'll see birds and mammals in specially-designed naturalistic habitats. With outdoor and indoor exhibits, there's plenty to see and do whatever the weather.

Welsh Hawking Centre and Animal Park (41 miles)

Barry

Welsh Hawking Centre and Animal Park At the Welsh Hawking Centre you will see over 200 Bird of Prey including Eagles, Owls, Hawks, Falcons and Buzzards. There are also rabbits, chickens, chicks, ducks and geese. The adventure playground is a hit with the younger children and is made to stretch their courage without breaking too many bones!

Paignton Zoo (41 miles)

Paignton

Paignton Zoo Explore 80 acres of natural habitat and see the hundreds of animals that live there. As well as seeing the animals, thereâs plenty of other things to do â" get your face painted, catch the feeding times or let off steam in our playareas.

Horseworld (41 miles)

Whitchurch

Horseworld Ideal for any horse lovers out there - including grooming, interactive museum, nature trail and loads more

Amelia Trust Farm (42 miles)

Barry

Amelia Trust Farm The many friendly farm animals are accessible to the public all year round, either in the Animal Centre during the cold winter months, or out in the special paddocks during the rest of the year.

Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park (43 miles)

Bristol

Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park Families will enjoy a mix of adventure fun and animal interaction all set in the lovely river based country side. Where endless adventures makes a great day out.

Blue Reef Aquarium (43 miles)

Bristol

Blue Reef Aquarium Indoor aquarium on Bristolâs harbourside, With over 40 displays, and 7,000 animals, you can spot sharks, rays, clownfish, seahorses, fearsome piranhas, jellyfish and many more. View the shipwreck, the underwater viewing tunnel, visit the fantastic IMAX 3D Cinema, where you feel as though you are swimming with whales and dolphins!

Bristol Zoo Gardens (44 miles)

Bristol

Bristol Zoo Gardens A visit to Bristol Zoo Gardens is an adventure into an exciting animal kingdom, all set within 12 acres of beautiful grounds and award-winning gardens

Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary (44 miles)

Buckfastleigh

Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary See at first hand exotic butterflies and moths from around the world free flying in a tropical landscaped garden, plus beautiful birds, fish and terrapins can also be found. Three different species of otter along with our own native British otter are always there to greet you.

Warren Mill Farm (45 miles)

Cowbridge

Warren Mill Farm They have a large selection of animals ranging from: Tiny Guinea Pigs, Miniature Cattle, Rabbits, Rare Breeds Of Sheep, Ponies, Llamas, Alpacas, Wallabies, Red Squirrels, and lots more. Also a fishery.

Exmoor Zoo (46 miles)

Barnstaple

Exmoor Zoo There is only one place you are guaranteed to see the elusive Exmoor Beast and that is in the grounds of Exmoor Zoo. The beast is one of the zoos many highlights. It is a rather large black leopard that is likely to spot you before you see her! Discover whether wild beasts really do roam the moors and decide for yourself whether the stories are fact or legend! Exmoor Zoo is an award winning zoo set in a delightful location. It is nestled in rolling valleys in the heart of North Devon. The zoo has retained much of the beauty of the surrounding countryside and homes over 200 different species of animals and birds that you can discover round its winding paths. If you want to get up close to animals, then this is the place to come. Every day is packed with a choice of activities. These include keeper talks, animal feeding sessions and animal encounter sessions where you can get up close to animals and even feed some of them yourself. All year round you can stroke and feed our wallabies, hold a snake or big hairy spider (if you dare) and see Otters, Penguins, Cheetahs and the Exmoor beast being fed. Meet the friendly keepers who will give you an interesting and entertaining insight into these animals whilst they feed them. Spring and summer brings many baby animals and the chance to meet and stroke some of these new arrivals. During summer you also have the chance to hear about our Lemurs, Gibbons and ever popular Meerkats who are always on the lookout for new visitors! Come along to these activities and you will be amazed how quickly the day zooms by. There really is something for all ages at the zoo. Young ones enjoy filling in our fun trails and we have a variety of animals and activities to capture everyone’s attention. The zoo homes many unusual creatures not often seen at other zoos and we even have some free range animals which you are likely to encounter along your way. Exmoor Zoo and its range of animals are always changing. New arrivals for 2010 include a Puma, Spider Monkeys and a curious looking Tapir.

Oceanarium (49 miles)

Bournemouth

Oceanarium - brings you face to face with marine life from the furthest reaches of the globe including clownfish, sea turtles, sharks and stingrays.

North Devon Falconry (51 miles)

Newton Tracey

North Devon Falconry Enjoy a day hunting with our trained Harris' hawks in some of the UK's most beautifull countryside.

Greenmeadow Community Farm (54 miles)

Torfaen

Greenmeadow Community Farm The farm has a wide variety of animals including sheep, goats, cattle, tortoises, deer and chickens. Visitors can see the cows being milked and enjoy a tractor & trailer ride. There are learning materials available for school children. There is also tractor an adventure playground and an interactive play area where you can have a go at milking a life-size demo cow!

Dartmoor Zoological Park (55 miles)

Plymouth

Dartmoor Zoological Park There are over 200 animals at Dartmoor Zoological Park: from tiny stick insects to Ben our Brown Bear or Solomon our Lion, all set in over 30 acres of beautiful parkland. Discover something different, learn something amazing and help us make tomorrow's world rich in animal life.

Ilfracombe Aquarium (56 miles)

Ilfracombe

Ilfracombe Aquarium 'Experience the fascinating journey from an Exmoor stream to the Atlantic Ocean'.

Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (57 miles)

Newtown

Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary Spotting deer in the New Forest isn't always easy, but at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary there is a purpose built viewing platform overlooking a large meadow area where a herd of fallow deer regularly gather.

New Forest Reptile Centre (60 miles)

Lyndhurst

New Forest Reptile Centre Discover more about reptiles and amphibians here at this unique reptile centre located in the national park. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Hampshire with kids

National Marine Aquarium (62 miles)

Plymouth

National Marine Aquarium The visual spectacular of the Atlantic Ocean tank is a wow with kids - they're sure to get a unique and inspiring take on of what makes fish such fascinating animals from the menacing Sand Tiger and Nurse Sharks to the graceful Eagle Rays to the mighty Tarpon and Barracuda.

WWT Slimbridge Centre (65 miles)

Slimbridge

WWT Slimbridge Centre See, feed and learn about the world's largest collection of exotic, rare and endangered ducks, geese and swans, and it is the only place in Europe to house all six species of flamingo. See our otters, beaver, water voles and shrews. Take a trip down our 1 kilometre canoe trail. Youngsters will love playing in our outdoor wet playground called welly boot land.

The Hawk Conservancy Bird Park (65 miles)

Andover

The Hawk Conservancy Bird Park The Trust is set in 22 acres of woodland and wild flower meadow, where there are over 150 birds of prey on view, from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive European Griffin Vulture.

Studley Grange Butterfly World (67 miles)

Swindon

Studley Grange Butterfly World Visit the tropics in Wiltshire, rain or shine, summer or winter. You can walk among some of the most beautiful butterflies in the World, flying freely against a backdrop of tropical plants and skimming over fish filled ponds.

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo (69 miles)

Ross-on-Wye

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo Experience the delight of nature's most serene and beautiful wildlife. At the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo you can walk with free-flying exotic butterflies and see them supping nectar, finding their mates and laying eggs.

Wight Llama Trek (70 miles)

Newport

Wight Llama Trek 'Wight Llama Treks offers a range of guided walks through the beautiful West Wight countryside accompanied by llamas trained to walk on a rein and carry a pack.'

Arreton Down Wildlife Reserve (72 miles)

Newport

Arreton Down Wildlife Reserve Arreton Down is on downland which is part of the main chalk ridge which runs across the Isle of Wight from east to west. It consists of calcarious grassland, with some scrub edges. It contains archaeological features. There are extensive views across the Island from the higher parts of the down.

The Monkey Sanctuary (73 miles)

Looe

The Monkey Sanctuary Set in beautiful woodland overlooking the picturesque Cornish Coast, we have been offering a safe home to monkeys in need since 1964. Much more than just monkeys, itÃ¯Â¿Â½s a great day out for the whole family, and you can rest assured that all income goes to support out charitable work.

National Showcaves Centre for Wales (73 miles)

Swansea

National Showcaves Centre for Wales There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages. The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave and Bone Cave each offer a unique underground experience.

Marwell Wildlife (74 miles)

Winchester

Marwell Wildlife New for 2012: Marwell Wildlife celebrates it's 40th birthday on 22 May! As part of the celebrations, see our new Penguin home, complete with raised viewing platforms and children's play areas, all unveiled on the birthday itself - 22 May.

WWT National Wetland Centre Wales (75 miles)

Llanelli

WWT National Wetland Centre Wales Home to hundreds of the world’s most spectacular ducks, geese, swans and flamingos – many so tame they feed from your hand. Family fun throughout the year, whatever the weather.

Llama Trekking at Old King Street Farm (75 miles)

Hereford

Llama Trekking at Old King Street Farm Llama trekking is fast becoming a 'must-do' activity. Bond with your llama - get to know him and take him on a walk in the glorious countryside of south west Herefordshire. If travelling from further afield, why not take a two day stay in one of our holiday cottages?

Crealy Great Adventure Park (23 miles)

Exeter

Crealy Great Adventure Park Enter the magical kingdom of Devon's Crealy and discover four exciting new attractions for 2010; The Vortex high speed water coaster, The Maximus roller coaster, new 'real' unicorns and more. It's Magical Fun Guaranteed.

Wookey Hole Caves (28 miles)

Wells

Wookey Hole Caves Britain's most spectacular caves. Valley of the Dinosaurs featuring King Kong - Magical fairy garden - Victorian Penny Arcade - Magical Mirror Maze - Hall of Crazy Mirrors - Cave Museum - Pirate Zap Zone - New Big Top Restaurant - Wookey Hole Youth Circus*(*Circus shows at weekends and school holidays only, please phone for details)

Babbacombe Model Village (36 miles)

Torquay

Babbacombe Model Village Hundreds of animated models, scenes, vehicles and people make up the world of Babbacombe Model Village. Lots of humour and fun animated features, set amongst 4 acres of delightful gardens make this a fantastic day out for families.

Longleat Adventure Park (37 miles)

Warminster

Longleat Adventure Park Separate to the Safari Park but on the same site, this is their latest multi million pound attraction with classic redeveloped features mixed with brand new experiences.

Woodlands Leisure Park (47 miles)

Dartmouth

Woodlands Leisure Park Looking for things to do on rainy days? Woodlands Family Theme Park is excellent value whatever the weather. Play all day in massive Fun Factories, indoor rides, 2 Master Blaster Arenas and Soft Play Centres – let off steam this winter at only £6.50 for a full day of fun. An all weather family attraction with something for everyone, big style playzones to entertain big & small kids all day.

Adventure Wonderland (49 miles)

Christchurch

Adventure Wonderland So if you’re a would-be Pirate, an intrepid Explorer, a Mad Hatter or just a plain old fashioned Fun Lover, then you and your family have got a real treat in store!

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (51 miles)

Combe Martin

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - the land that time forgot. A sub tropical paradise with exotic birds and animals and the most realistic Dinosaurs on the Planet! Daily Sea lion Shows, Falconry Displays, Lemur Encounters and magnificent Lions. Spectacular lightshow, Earthquake Canyon Train Ride, Tropical Butterfly House and 'Tomb of the Pharaohs'.

Watermouth Castle and Theme Park (54 miles)

Ilfracombe

Watermouth Castle and Theme Park Mechanical music demonstrations, model railway, domestic dairy, cider-making exhibits, cycle museum, smugglers' dungeon, maze, water show, rides, gnome village, large slide, water play, antique arcade, crazy mirrors, gardens, children's animations, 'Merrygoland' and much more.

Paultons Family Theme Park (62 miles)

The New Forest

Paultons Family Theme Park New for 2011 - Peppa Pig World, a fully themed attraction with 7 new rides and an Indoor Play Area! Paultons is the Best Value Family Theme Park with over 60 wonderful rides and attractions to suit all ages included in the admission price, such as the mighty Edge ride and the awesome Cobra rollercoaster. Offering a whole day out with something for all the family!

Milky Way Adventure Park (63 miles)

Bideford

Milky Way Adventure Park One of Devon's biggest and best. With Devon's largest rollercoaster, a caterpillar ride that's designed just for little ones, driod destroyer dodgems and fantastic live shows throughout the day, there really is something for the whole family! All the rides, shows and vast indoor play areas are included in the price! It's a great day out whatever the weather.

Symonds Yat West Amusement Park (69 miles)

Ross On Wye

Symonds Yat West Amusement Park The amusement park offers hours of enjoyment, fun and excitement on the fairground rides and arcades. For energetic youngsters, there are indoor and outdoor adventure playgrounds.

Blackgang Chine (75 miles)

Chale

Blackgang Chine 40 acres of Victorian cliff-top gardens with a range of fantasy activities including cowboy town, nurseryland, dinosaurland, and pirate fort. Cliffhanger roller coaster and waterforce family boat slide. Exhibitions about local rural and coastal life.

Axminster Museum (6 miles)

Axminster

Axminster Museum Located in the courtroom of the old Police station built around 1860, discover Axminster's history!

Crewkerne and District Museum (7 miles)

Crewkerne

Crewkerne and District Museum Come discover the social and industrial history of Crewkerne across four galleries with changing displays.

Somerset Cricket Museum (12 miles)

Taunton

Somerset Cricket Museum For cricket lovers of all ages, a display of Somerset Cricket Club memorabilia!

Fleet Air Arm Museum (17 miles)

Ilchester

Fleet Air Arm Museum - representing the flying arm of the Royal Navy. With four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft and over 2 million records and 30 thousand artefacts the Museum is the world's second largest naval aviation Museum.

The Blake Museum (18 miles)

Bridgewater

The Blake Museum A quaint museum boasting battle of Sedgemoor relics, a maritime Robert Blake room, John Chubb picture gallery and various education exhibits and temporary displays.

Haynes International Motor Museum (22 miles)

Yeovil

Haynes International Motor Museum UK's largest exhibition of the greatest cars from around the world. A living and working museum, with over 400 amazing cars and bikes from nostalgic classics of the 50's and 60's, glorious Bentleys and Rolls Royces to exciting super cars of today, like the Jaguar XJ220.

Somerset Rural Life Museum (22 miles)

Glastonbury

Somerset Rural Life Museum The magnificent fourteenth-century Abbey Barn is the centrepiece of the Somerset Rural Life Museum. The barn and the farm buildings surrounding the courtyard contain displays illustrating the tools and techniques of farming in Victorian Somerset. Unusual local activities like willow growing, mud horse fishing, peat digging and cider making are included.

Fairlynch Museum (23 miles)

Salterton

Fairlynch Museum Small quirky thatched museum detailing local social, maritime and prehistoric history.

Tiverton Museum (23 miles)

Tiverton

Tiverton Museum 'Come along and explore some of our outstanding collections and trace the fascinating history of Mid Devon, its environment and the people who have lived and worked here.'

Dinosaur Museum (25 miles)

Dorchester

Dinosaur Museum The Dinosaur Museum in Dorchester is unique - it is Britain's only museum solely devoted to dinosaurs and their fascinating world. It was recently voted Dorset's Family Attraction of the Year.

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum (25 miles)

Dorchester

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum The Dorset Teddy Bear Museum is Dorchester's Unmissable family museum, with Edward Bear and his family of people-sized bears, in Teddy Bear House.

Exmouth Museum (26 miles)

Exmouth

Exmouth Museum Historic building commemorating and presenting Exmouth's history, come discover it for yourself!

Bill Douglas Centre (History of Cinema) (27 miles)

Exeter

Bill Douglas Centre (History of Cinema) 'Founded in 1994, the Centre contains an enormous collection relating to the history of film and visual media. From shadow puppets to Shirley Temple dolls, from magic lanterns to Marilyn Monroe postcards, there is something to fascinate every visitor.'

Deep Sea Adventure (29 miles)

Weymouth

Deep Sea Adventure The absorbing tale of Deep Sea Adventure is depicted through the use of animated displays video, audio effects and computer games. The exhibition fills two floors of this converted Victorian Grain Warehouse.

The Helicopter Museum (33 miles)

Weston Super Mare

The Helicopter Museum The World's largest dedicated helicopter museum.
Weston-super-Mare's largest undercover all weather attraction. A fun place for all the family, with a coffee shop, children's play area.

North Somerset Museum (33 miles)

Weston Super Mare

North Somerset Museum A family-friendly museum where you can find out about the area from pre-history to the present. Plenty of things to see and do.

Time Machine Museum (33 miles)

Weston-super-Mare

Time Machine Museum The displays range from the archaeology of the earliest inhabitants to the wildlife that you can find today. Other displays cover the local history of the area. The Seaside Holidays Gallery is a speciality of the museum, and the cottage next door is laid out as a landlady's lodging house of 1900.

The Tank Museum (34 miles)

Bovington

The Tank Museum The Tank Museum in Bovington Dorset houses the world's largest and finest collection of Armoured Fighting Vehicles from unique World War 1 tanks to the latest main battle tank of the British Army - Challenger. The Museum has a collection of almost 300 vehicles from over 26 countries.

Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery (34 miles)

Gloucester

Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery Among the spectacular collection are archaeological finds, fine and decorative arts and natural history specimens representing Gloucester’s rich heritage.

Brixham Heritage Museum (41 miles)

Brixham

Brixham Heritage Museum A fascinating museum promoting and revealing the complete history of Brixham.

Techniquest (42 miles)

Cardiff

Techniquest 160 hands-on exhibits - Become absorbed in the fascinating world of science and technology with over 160 hands-on exhibits to explore. Puzzles and activites that will keep the whole family entertained include: Fire a rocket; Test your reaction times; Race an electric car; Launch a hot air balloon; Watch a bubble race ...and much, much more.

Oakham Treasures (43 miles)

Bristol

Oakham Treasures - one of the largest privately owned museums of retail and farming history in the UK, Whether you are 8 or 80, you'll be fascinated by this vast and unique collection of memorabilia from the last century. There really is something for everybody, from the thousands of items in the historic stores, to the impressive display of vintage tractors and farm equipment.

Cobbaton Combat Collection (43 miles)

Umberleigh

Cobbaton Combat Collection 'Military museum and tourist attraction, this North Devon collection covers mostly World War Two and the years 1939 - 1945, but with exhibits from the Boer War right up to the First Gulf War. Ranging from military surplus British Army - plus Canadian and Russian Forces - tanks, guns, helmets, artillery, grenades, and bombs to Home Front ration books, gas masks, ARP and Home Guard uniforms and blackout lamps.'

At-Bristol (43 miles)

Bristol

At-Bristol One of the UK's largest and most exciting science centres! At-Bristol has over 300 interactive exhibits, live science shows and a Planetarium: great value fun for all the family!

Bristol City Museum Under 7s Gallery (43 miles)

Bristol

Bristol City Museum Under 7s Gallery Younger visitors can tell stories in the crystal cave, act out a performance on stage, bring stories to life using puppets, make a pot or try the animuddle game: just some of the activities for your child to enjoy in their own mini-museum.

National Museum of Wales (44 miles)

Cardiff

National Museum of Wales Monet, Dylan Thomas, Owain Glynd?r, the Big Bang, Van Gogh, Tyrannosaurus rex ... with so many big names it's no surprise that National Museum Cardiff is such a big day out! Also great if you are looking for free days out with the kids in Cardiff.

Bath Abbey Vaults Museum (44 miles)

Bath

Bath Abbey Vaults Museum Celebrating, cherishing and continuing the story of the Abbey site.

The Jane Austen Centre (44 miles)

Bath

The Jane Austen Centre Learn more about the famous Jane Austen, visit the delightful Regency Tea Rooms and even make your own Regency Dress!

Fashion Museum (44 miles)

Bath

Fashion Museum A World-class collection of contemporary and historical dress.

Museum of Welsh Life (45 miles)

Cardiff

Museum of Welsh Life The Museum of Welsh Life is one of Europe’s biggest and most exciting open-air museums. Wales’ journey from rural tradition to industrial powerhouse is traced throughout extensive galleries and 100 acres of beautiful parkland.

St Fagans National History Museum (45 miles)

Cardiff

St Fagans National History Museum One of Europe's leading open-air museums and Wales's most popular heritage attraction. It stands in the grounds of the magnificent St Fagans Castle and offers traditional crafts, native livestock and exhibitions.

American Museum in Britain (45 miles)

Bath

American Museum in Britain American Museum has period rooms showing how Americans lived from 17th century to 1865 also has a renowned American quilt collection. New, opening in April 2007 is the American Heritage display in the basement with interactive displays also Native American displays. Beautiful grounds. Café. Shops.

Dartmouth Museum (45 miles)

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Museum Local museum with hands on exhibits for big kids and the grownups they turn into! Hands on science, learn to tie knots, put your Granny in the stocks! Amazing model ships; things about Dartmouth in the two world wars, quizzes, not stuffy at all!

Kingswood Heritage Museum (45 miles)

Warmley

Kingswood Heritage Museum An exciting museum inside the 18th Century brass mill at Warmley, with its icehouse and windmill tower - and the gardens nearby, with grottoes, echo pond and huge statue of Neptune.

Museum of Dartmoor Life (47 miles)

Oakhampton

Museum of Dartmoor Life Dartmoor Life is a bright, novel, attractive place to visit. There you can discover what has happened to the Dartmoor environment over time and see how Dartmoor people have made a living and changed Dartmoor in doing so. See also how they have lived at home. You may even recognise your grandparents' kitchen and living room, but not necessarily the prices they had to pay for things in their time.

Bournemouth Aviation Museum (49 miles)

Christchurch

Bournemouth Aviation Museum What kid wouldn't want to sit at the controls of a real aircraft - well here we have a fab lot of military and civilian planes. Loads of other flying exhibits including a collection of model aircraft and an area for picnics close to the main runway at the airport in Bournemouth.

Newport Museum and Art Gallery (50 miles)

Newport

Newport Museum and Art Gallery Since 1888 Newport Museum and Art Gallery has been collecting evidence of Newport’s history, culture and environment.

Dartmoor Prison Museum (51 miles)

Princetown

Dartmoor Prison Museum Dartmoor Prison has a long and fascinating history that has seen many changes in its fortunes. But it is also at the cutting edge of modern penal practice, developing ways to help offenders change their lives and to protect the public.

Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum (52 miles)

Salisbury

Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum Offering interactive galleries and workshops for children, the Museum provides entertainment and an educational experience for children of all ages.

Wiltshire Heritage Museum (54 miles)

Devizes

Wiltshire Heritage Museum Has an international reputation and attracts visitors from all over the world. There are great activities for Children as you walk around the museum which includes dressing up boxes, brass rubbing, and puzzles, find the face walk round game, re-build Stonehenge and much more.

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (57 miles)

New Milton

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum This spectacular motorcycle museum houses over 350 rare and classic motorcycles, many being the only remaining examples in the World.

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre (58 miles)

Lifton

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre 'The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is proud to present the National Fairground Collection. It is a facility unique in the UK, designed to capture the magic of a bygone age through exhibits, vintage engineering and stunning artwork displays.
The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction that provides a unique opportunity to view our Fairground Heritage in a beautiful rural location.'

Morwellham Quay and Tamar Valley Trust (60 miles)

Tavistock

Morwellham Quay and Tamar Valley Trust 'An award-winning, evocative museum and visitor centre in the heart of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site and Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Just four miles west of Tavistock the historic port, mine workings and Estate, border the beautiful River Tamar. Amidst towering cliffs and gently rolling farmland, a lost world lives again.'

Athelstan Museum (62 miles)

Malmesbury

Athelstan Museum A museum capturing the history of Malmesbury.

Merchant's House Museum (62 miles)

Plymouth

Merchant's House Museum 'From Elizabethan privateers to four mini museums in one, the Merchant's House has an interesting history.'

Big Pit National Mining Museum (63 miles)

Torfaen

Big Pit National Mining Museum World-famous underground tour - go 300 feet underground with a real miner and see what life was like for the thousands of men who worked at the coal face. Plus new multi-media tours and exhibitions.

Museum of Army Flying (63 miles)

Stockbridge

Museum of Army Flying The museum has over 35 historic aircraft on display plus: A replica 1940s house - Cinema - 2 Simulators - Rifle ranges - Shop - Restaurant - Children's Centre

Underwater Archaeology Centre (64 miles)

Yarmouth

Underwater Archaeology Centre A centre where you can discover the wonders of Maritime history and archeology.

National Waterfront Museum (67 miles)

Swansea

National Waterfront Museum The vast industrial and maritime heritage is ready to explore via cutting-edge, interactive technology married with traditional displays. It means a unique, captivating and involved visitor experience.

Dean Heritage Centre (67 miles)

Dean

Dean Heritage Centre Explore the museum and open air forest site to discover the secrets of the Forest of Dean. Try our range of family craft activities including mask making, wood rubbings and woodland cottages. Follow the trail and uncover the heart of the forest. Visit the Forester’s cottage and meet his animals.

Museum of Mazes (69 miles)

Ross-on-Wye

Museum of Mazes Museum of Mazes is designed for you to browse awhile, then take a break and return to it again and again. It's fascinating for adults and fun for children - just have a go! Great idea if you are lokking for family days out in Herefordshire.

STEAM - Museum of the GWR (70 miles)

Swindon

STEAM - Museum of the GWR STEAM is a great day out for the whole family. Follow the incredible story of the GWR through lots of imaginative displays and plenty of hands-on exhibits. Build a bridge and shunt wagons. Have a go at putting a locomotive together. Take a ride on our train-driving simulator.

Brighstone Village Museum (70 miles)

Brighstone

Brighstone Village Museum A small village museum depicting C19th life adjoining a National Trust Giftshop.

Corinium Museum (73 miles)

Cirencester

Corinium Museum Visitors can trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th Century, with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious artefacts. There are animated and practical games, and audio-visual screens to bring the past to life for everyone from schoolchildren to grandparents.

Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (73 miles)

Southampton

Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum The sole-surviving steam brick works in the country. Visit to discover the history of brick making or come on a special event day or one of the open days for a unique experience and hands-on discovery.

The Jurassic Fun Centre (15 miles)

Bridport

The Jurassic Fun Centre Fun pools with slides and features: play on the islands and water features and try to dodge the aqua jets; it's wet and wild excitement for everyone! Plus classic tenpin bowling elsewhere on site.

Wiveliscombe Open Air Pool (20 miles)

Taunton

Wiveliscombe Open Air Pool Heated outdoor pool with fun sessions and water walking (pre booking essential) where you cross the pool inside a giant ball!

Greenbank Heated Outdoor Pool (20 miles)

Street

Greenbank Heated Outdoor Pool 30x12m main Pool, semi-circular childrens Pool and separate Splash Area with fountains and water jets. Great idea if you're looking for great family days out in Somerset

Topsham Pool (25 miles)

Exeter

Topsham Pool Modern heated outdoor swimming facility, with giant inflatable and fun sessions. The pool water is 100% chlorine free and heated to 28 degrees or more.

Riverside Leisure Centre (27 miles)

Exeter

Riverside Leisure Centre The 25m main pool offers a full programme of activities throughout the week including casual swimming, Aquazone Lessons for children and adults, Aquafit Classes and Inflatable Fun Sessions. It can also be booked privately for special events and parties + Bumbers Backyard Soft Play Centre

Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool (29 miles)

Shepton Mallet

Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool Environmentally managed lido.

Teignmouth Lido (32 miles)

Teignmouth

Teignmouth Lido Outdoor pool with fun sessions.

Chudleigh Lido (34 miles)

Chudleigh Norton Abbott

Chudleigh Lido Lido with lifeguards, all weather shelter, BBQ, heated pool and reasonable rates.

Blandford Leisure Centre (35 miles)

Blandford

Blandford Leisure Centre Fantastic fun for all the family. Water cannons, bubble bath, and the waterslide are just some of the exciting water features in the swimming pools during our Water Wonderland Sessions. See inside for times and website.

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool (35 miles)

Kingsteignton

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pools, main and toddler.

Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool (37 miles)

Newton Abbott

Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pool with toddler pool.

Waves Leisure Pool (38 miles)

Torquay

Waves Leisure Pool No matter what the weather it's great fun for all the family! With its unique sloping floor, flume and wave machine you are guaranteed an enjoyable time. The pool is available for private hire and we also hold various swimming lessons throughout the year including parent & toddler sessions.

Quaywest Waterpark (41 miles)

Paignton

Quaywest Waterpark Choose from 8 different flumes from the gentle Surf Lagoon to the exhilarating Screamer or the wild Kamikaze. For the younger ones, there's the Toon Town Pool where they can paddle in safety. Children can play to their hearts content in the Submarine Play Zone.

Chagford Swimming Pool (41 miles)

Chagford

Chagford Swimming Pool Heated outdoor river fed pool.

Ashburton Swimming Pool (42 miles)

Ashburton

Ashburton Swimming Pool Outdoor pool, some fun sessions.

Portishead Open Air Pool (44 miles)

Portishead

Portishead Open Air Pool A 33m heated outdoor pool situated at the Lakegrounds in Portishead, with stunning views of the Bristol Channel from the sun terraces. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Somerset with kids

The Dolphin Swimming Pool (44 miles)

Poole

The Dolphin Swimming Pool - swimming facilities and diving pool with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.

Trowbridge Sports Centre (44 miles)

Trowbridge

Trowbridge Sports Centre Swimming facilities and diving pool, depth 4m, with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.

Splashdown (45 miles)

Poole

Splashdown - the South's Ultimate Waterpark! With 12 fantastic flumes it's fun for all the family - the truly terrifying Screamer for Dad, short sharp Barons Revenge for the boys, Colorado Coaster with its bends for the girls & the mighty Mississippi Drifter river ride for Mum. It's non-stop!

Buckfastleigh Swimming Pool (45 miles)

Newton Abbott

Buckfastleigh Swimming Pool Heated outdoor swim facility in picturesque Victoria Park offering a variety of session types including Fun Inflatable! (open June to September)

Kingswood Leisure Centre (46 miles)

Staple Hill

Kingswood Leisure Centre Large indoor pool with one, three and five meter diving boards and a creche available on site.

Llanishen Leisure Centre (47 miles)

Cardiff

Llanishen Leisure Centre Leisure pool with tropical lagoon and wave machine, offering fun for children of all ages.

Newport Centre (50 miles)

Newport

Newport Centre The Newport Centre has a leisure pool with slide, wave machine and beach area.

North Devon Leisure Centre (50 miles)

Barnstaple

North Devon Leisure Centre Standard swimming facilities with 1m and 3m Springboards. Creche and indoor soft play area also on site.

Littledown Centre (50 miles)

Bournemouth

Littledown Centre Swimming pools for the whole family, Yellow Peril and Green Scream waterslides, scrummy food served in the Café and a free outdoor playground with paddling pool set in acres of green parkland, the Littledown Centre is guaranteed to keep everyone entertainedÂ…and it's great value for money too!

Bridgend Recreation Centre (51 miles)

Bridgend

Bridgend Recreation Centre Bridgend Recreation Centre boasts the area’s largest leisure pool complete with hydro-slide, wave machine and beach area with baby slide.

Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool (56 miles)

Braunton

Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool Experience the thrill of Cascades 84-degree tropical adventure pool with its giant 230ft flume and rapids ride. Safe pools and mini-waterfalls for younger children, Jacuzzi and bubble lounger. Award-winning spectacular sandy beach which is patrolled by lifeguards in season.

Wotton Pool (59 miles)

Wotton Under Edge

Wotton Pool Heated outdoor pool.

Plymouth Pavilions Fun Pool (63 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Pavilions Fun Pool The Fun Pool provides fun for all the family with its two water slides and jacuzzi. It has a sloping beach area that allows babies and non-swimmers to gain confidence in the water, as well as full disabled access and facilities.

Lymington Sea Water Baths (63 miles)

Lymington

Lymington Sea Water Baths Unheated sea water baths open daily to swimmers from May to September from 10am to 7pm. Children's paddling pool and sandpit also available.

Tinside Lido (63 miles)

Plymouth

Tinside Lido Grade 2 listed open air sea water lido with water features and sunbathing facilities. Open May to September.

Mount Wise Swimming Pool (64 miles)

Plymouth

Mount Wise Swimming Pool Outdoor pool with toddler pool and sunbathing terrace.

The Rapids (65 miles)

Romsey

The Rapids Experience a world of water, fun & adventure for all the family. An all year round tropical wonderland. Newly refurbished in 2006. Fun for all the family! Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Hampshire.

LC Waterpark (67 miles)

West Glamorgan

LC Waterpark Make waves in our fantastic family-friendly WATERPARK, an exciting network of pools, rides and slides including the one-of-a-kind Boardrider. Visit ‘Play’ our aquatic themed interactive PLAY AREA which will keep young adventurers entertained for hours. Put your nerve to the test on our 30ft CLIMBING WALL.

The Splash (69 miles)

Bude

The Splash Enjoy an all year round tropical atmosphere featuring a 33 metre, 5 lane swimming pool, with wave machine and flume. Spectators can also eat at the Beachcomber Cafe on poolside. The Splash is an exceptionally popular leisure attraction which offers general leisure swimming for all the family with the thrill of the wave machine and a chance to ride the flume. There are also a variety of other sessions run at Splash i.e. Length swimming, Parent and Toddlers, Over 50’s and Aquafit classes.

Stratford Park Leisure Centre (69 miles)

Stroud

Stratford Park Leisure Centre Outdoor and indoor pools, various sporting opportunities. Outdoor pool open May to September.

Oasis Leisure Centre (70 miles)

Swindon

Oasis Leisure Centre Lagoon Swimming Pool, -with 'new' pirate ship under 8s play feature, 3 giant water slide ('Domebusters'), Wavemachine, Watercannon and Hydroslide.

Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool (73 miles)

Cirencester

Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pool with toddler's paddling pool and hot showers for after. Open May to September.

Playdome Indoor Play (12 miles)

Honiton

Playdome Indoor Play An indoor play area with three designated areas for babies, toddlers and juniors up to the age of 10.

O'Bridge Brewers Fayre (12 miles)

Taunton

O'Bridge Brewers Fayre Multi-levelled adventure play centre attached to pub - in the Wacky Warehouse style - good to combine with a family meal

Aj'z Play and Party Centre (13 miles)

Taunton

Aj'z Play and Party Centre We are a play and party centre located in the heart of Taunton. We open at 9.30am every morning and close at 6.00pm every evening, so there’s plenty of time to come after school!

Jungle Jungle Indoor Play Centre (13 miles)

Yeovil

Jungle Jungle Indoor Play Centre The wildest indoor adventure land for all explorers! Enjoy the challenges of an indoor adventure-land. Jungle Jungle’s specifically designed playground means that even the youngest can explore in a safe and secure environment.

Rug Ratz Indoor Play Centre (14 miles)

Yeovil

Rug Ratz Indoor Play Centre With three separate play areas, babies, toddlers and bigger children can all play safely in their own designated play zones. The multi level areas are packed with mazes, slides, ropeways, ball pools and much, much more.

Safari Tots (16 miles)

Somerton

Safari Tots Soft play frame with many features including whizz slide, crawl tube and spinning discs. Also has a dedicated toddler version and a baby arena. Outdoor area open in summer months with games, picnic tables and bouncy castle.

Phafals Childrens Fun and Play (18 miles)

Bridgwater

Phafals Childrens Fun and Play A great fun and play centre with activities, soft play and toys for a great family day out!

The Willow Play Village (19 miles)

Bridgewater

The Willow Play Village A great indoor play area; drop'n'shop, afterschool, and other deals all available for a brilliant visit (of fantastic value too!)

Playzone (19 miles)

Bridgwater

Playzone Multi-levelled adventure play centre attached to pub - in the Wacky Warehouse style - good to combine with a family meal

I Play At Dorchester (25 miles)

Dorchester

I Play At Dorchester Multi tiered adventure play structure with classic fun features in a bright, safe and colourful environment. Separate toddler area with ride on toys.

Phafal's Dizzy Bugs Play (27 miles)

Wincanton

Phafal's Dizzy Bugs Play A brilliant fun and play centre for all the family to enjoy.

Granby Fun Factory (27 miles)

Weymouth

Granby Fun Factory Offers separate play area for toddlers and plenty of thrills for the bigger kids including Battle Cannons and Firing Zone, High Glide and 4 lane Astra Slide - exciting stuff!

Coolplay Indoor Soft Play Centre (28 miles)

Sturminster Newton

Coolplay Indoor Soft Play Centre The best place in North Dorset for kids to find new friends, meet their mates from school, burn off that pent up energy, get rid of the boredom blues and play with fun stuff in a safe environment.

Sharky’s Play Zone (29 miles)

Weymouth

Sharky’s Play Zone Sharky’s Play Zone - There are even more Slippery Slides, Bubbly Ball Pools & 'The Cascade Slide' is higher than ever! Children of all ages will love to swing, slide, jump & climb all four floors of this fantastic fun filled play warehouse.

Climb Aboard Indoor Play Centre (29 miles)

Gillingham

Climb Aboard Indoor Play Centre 3 Tier Adventure area - Baby and Toddler area - Parents and Tykes Play Area - Relaxed Cafe and Sofa Area. Suitable for under 10s.

Bounce Childrens Play and Party Centre (32 miles)

Weston Super Mare

Bounce Childrens Play and Party Centre Weston-super-Mare's only solely dedicated indoor play and party centre, We cater for children between 0-12, with a 4 metre drop slide, huge inflatable slide, sports arena for football or basketball, loads of challenging obstacles and a large separate toddler and baby area.

Queen's Hall (32 miles)

Minehead

Queen's Hall Queen's Hall - With the free indoor soft play area, the kids will be amused for hours. There is also games machines, a pool table and football game.

Purple Sheep Centre (33 miles)

Weston Super Mare

Purple Sheep Centre A bouncy castle, indoor and outdoor play areas make this play centre an all weather fun activity!

Bucket and Spade (34 miles)

Weston-Super-Mare

Bucket and Spade A Two-for-one pub with a fun barn attached.

Crazy Monsters (35 miles)

Blandford Forum

Crazy Monsters RoSPA inspected adventure soft play facility, with masses of slick slides and great classic features, and a separate two tier toddler zone exclusive to 4 years and under with their own slide and ball pit.

Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre (35 miles)

Radstock

Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre Be the King of the jungle at Cheeky Monkeys soft indoor play area!

Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre (35 miles)

Bath

Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre is a great big play centre with slides, swings and ropes. Separate toddler area and a netted football pitch for indoor ball games. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Somerset with kids

Bear Feet Playcentre (36 miles)

Newton Abbot

Bear Feet Playcentre The play areas are sectioned into "Under 4's" and "Above 4's" and children are allowed to play up to the age of 12. There is also a small separated indoor basketball court and a ball blowing machine. Good idea if you're after things to do in Devon with kids.

Tumbling Teds Playhouse (37 miles)

Newton Abbot

Tumbling Teds Playhouse Great indoor playcentre for the 6's and under containing slides, ball pool, playhouses, climbing equipment, treehouse and funbus.

Rainbow Funhouse (37 miles)

Torquay

Rainbow Funhouse 13,000 Sq ft of ACTION PACKED ADVENTURE! Including: Race Track, Flumes and slides, Video Room - Themed Rooms for parties- Pirates, Fairies or the Circus!

Play Cafe (37 miles)

Torquay

Play Cafe An Indoor Play Centre that’s great fun for kids of all ages !! we offer a variety of fun Including a multi level frame, lounge area, children’s hair salon, computer suite, and party rooms for private hire.

Junction 21 Kids Play Centre (38 miles)

Frome

Junction 21 Kids Play Centre is the fun place for children AND adults...Katie has created a relaxed environment for your children where creativity is the name of the game...Slides, ball pools, ropes, swings, nets, you name it and the kids can have fun with it !

Waie 2 Play (38 miles)

Crediton

Waie 2 Play Pleasingly large indoor and outdoor play areas with features like air cannons, zip wires and plenty of climbing frames.

Adventure Island (39 miles)

Barry Island

Adventure Island A play and party centre with separate areas for younger and older children. Fun, safe and weatherproof!

Coconuts Play Centre (39 miles)

Barry Island

Coconuts Play Centre Adventure soft play and party centre with classic fun features and a great cafe.

Jungle Jacks (39 miles)

Vale of Glamorgan

Jungle Jacks An indoor jungle themed soft play and party centre for 0-10 year olds. Jungle Jacks has a large toddler zone and a two storey play frame for older children. Parents can relax while children play and enjoy a drink or snack from the cafe.

Wacky Warehouse - Flagship (40 miles)

Paignton

Wacky Warehouse - Flagship has a purpose built indoor play structure which keeps children amused for hours and whacks them out - leaving the adults to do whatever they want for a few minutes!!

Sunny Day Play (40 miles)

Paignton

Sunny Day Play Indoor play centre with soft play for toddlers and play frame for older children. There is a cafe selling hot and cold drinks and snacks.

Wizz Kidz (41 miles)

Brixham

Wizz Kidz - try the 2 lane wavy slide or tube slide, score goals at the football courts, try our climbing wall or explore the specially designed play area for children between the ages of 0 and 3. If you're 3 and over use the multi level play frame.

Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited (43 miles)

Bristol

Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited All about the little ones having fun in a safe and clean environment. The parents can see their little ones at all times and after a coffee house standard cappuccino or latte, can join in before freshly prepared hot and cold snacks and meals.

Kulula Kidz (43 miles)

Westbury

Kulula Kidz Newly refurbished soft play centre, bright and colourful with plenty of features and an educational bias at no detriment to the fun! Cafe with supervision seating.

Adamsdown Play Centre (43 miles)

Cardiff

Adamsdown Play Centre Enjoy a variety of play activities from cooking, arts and crafts to sports. Also has soft play facility. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids.

PlaySpace (44 miles)

Bristol

PlaySpace Has seven different play zones, all carefully designed to challenge and stimulate children aged from 0 to 10 years. Includes a huge multi-level soft play structure with giant wavy slide and a separate baby area.

Zany Zone Softplay (44 miles)

Bath

Zany Zone Softplay A soft indoor adventure playground with three floors of fun. Try the log ramps, ball pits, cargo nets, tunnels and slides. There is an area dedicated for toddlers.

Ants Inya Pants Play Centre (44 miles)

Cardiff

Ants Inya Pants Play Centre Ants Inya Pants is a great place for children to explore. It is full of slides, ball-pits, tunnels, cannons and zip-lines! It is a great place in Cardiff to go on a huge adventure, whilst grown ups can enjoy a coffee and relax... or better still, join in the adventure!

Ollies Playland (44 miles)

Poole

Ollies Playland Award winning indoor play centre for children aged up to 11.

Ely Play Centre (44 miles)

Cardiff

Ely Play Centre A friendly safe environment for local children to hang out with their friends, with entertainments such as arts and crafts, cookery, music and dance, play equipment and sports.

Cafe Junior (44 miles)

Cardiff

Cafe Junior Child oriented eatery with play area. Health and fun conscious! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids, particularly if you're hungry!

Jazzy Jungle (45 miles)

Cardiff

Jazzy Jungle Adventure soft play for the under 10s with special section for under 3s. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids.

Portico Play (45 miles)

Bristol

Portico Play Come with your under 5s and enjoy the play kitchens, the dressing up, the steering wheels, the magnetic wall and lots more.

Gus Gorilla's Jungle Playground (45 miles)

Poole

Gus Gorilla's Jungle Playground Gus Gorilla's Jungle Playground
three exciting levels - brave the spiral slide - see the amazing ball juggler - zoom down the drop slide - zip down the tube slides - fire the ball cannon - go bananas in our huge ball pool - improved toddlers area

Monkey Bizness (45 miles)

Poole

Monkey Bizness - the premier family entertainment centre, where kids can be kidz. With separate play areas for 0-2, 2-5 and 5-12 year olds.

Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre (45 miles)

Bristol

Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre Inflatable soft play Jungle for climbing, hiding and bouncing with ball pits, slides, puzzles, animal shapes etc and various other soft play accessories. We also have a baby corner.

Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge (45 miles)

Bristol

Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge A CCTV covered play area for the under 5s, with age appropriate features and plenty of soft surfaces for them to bounce off.

Castaways Indoor Play (45 miles)

Bristol

Castaways Indoor Play Kids can explore the two levels of the purpose built play system, which include ramps, a slide and lots of random spongy shapes and places to hide. There’s also a ball pit which is another great place to hide from Mum or Dad.

Uglybugs Softplay (45 miles)

Bristol

Uglybugs Softplay Bright and colourful adventure softplay for the under 5s, with fun features and age appropriate challenges in a safe and comfortable environment.

Hop Skip and Jump (46 miles)

Kingswood

Hop Skip and Jump A special play and support centre for children with special needs and their families.

Giggles Play Centre (46 miles)

Bournemouth

Giggles Play Centre A great new children's indoor play centre with all pools, tunnels, slides, rope ladders, games and loads more

Boing (46 miles)

Bristol

Boing Indoor play facility for the under 5s, with messy play, building section, and custom built soft play structure within sight of the cafe tables. Designated nursing area.

Jump Activity Centre (46 miles)

Cardiff

Jump Activity Centre Cardiff Jump has enormous adventure play-frames: a space zone, a galleon and an enchanted castle. At 27,000 sq feet it is the largest dedicated indoor soft play centre in the UK

Wacky Warehouse - Pentre Gwilym House (48 miles)

Cardiff

Wacky Warehouse - Pentre Gwilym House - the usual Wacky setup, have a sit down and a well deserved nice cup of tea, while the kids run round like loons in the great indoor play centre - lovely!! Great idea for kids partys as well.

Jump Indoor Playcentre (48 miles)

Bristol

Jump Indoor Playcentre Jump proudly provides the largest indoor soft play centres in the Uk. Catering for ages 0-12, children love Jump because it's an adventure every time; adults love Jump for it's friendly staff and safe environments. From ball pits and slides to inflatables and football pitches we have something for everyone!

Riverside Leisure Club (49 miles)

Bristol

Riverside Leisure Club Includes Mayhem: a giant 4 storey high soft play area incorporating a bouncy castle, ball ponds, slides and much more. Also houses a heated indoor pool.

Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre (49 miles)

Barnstaple

Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre Indoor soft play centre for children from toddlers to 12 year olds. Activities for all ages, babies and toddlers have their very own play area. There are ball ponds, astro slides, cargo nets, spooky maze + Great kids day out in Devon.

Boomerang Play Centre (50 miles)

Melkesham

Boomerang Play Centre Kids indoor play centre with a separate area for toddlers.

Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre (50 miles)

Newport

Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre Newport’s premier indoor activity centre , crammed full of safe, clean, stimulating fun for the whole family . An array of play structures including wave slides, ball cannons, football arena. Sensory room and arts & craft area. Reading corner, dressing up and much more

Scallywags Castle (51 miles)

Caldicot

Scallywags Castle Scallywags Castle offers clean, safe, stimulating fun for the whole family. There are two separate play zones, designed to provide fun and activity in a safe environment for pre walkers, toddlers and juniors to the age of 12 years. The venue is packed with lots of fun features including a giant four lane astra slide, tube slide, under 4’s wavy slide, Ball Shower and much more...

Serendipity Sams Play and Party Centre (52 miles)

Christchurch

Serendipity Sams Play and Party Centre Great kids indoor play centre - ring for more deatils

Cheeky Monkeys Cwmbran Ltd (54 miles)

Cwmbran

Cheeky Monkeys Cwmbran Ltd Torfaen's newest and biggest Softplay Centre, that has both indoor and outdoor play. Cheeky Monkeys offers 4 separate play areas: Toddler Zone, Junior Zone, Sports Zone and Outdoor Zone! All designed to provide a safe, fun and stimulating environment for children under 12 years of age!

Kidzz Fun Indoor Playcentre (54 miles)

Ystrad Mynach

Kidzz Fun Indoor Playcentre - is an Indoor children’s play centre with café and lounge areas, sports court and play frame, even a funky car track. We also cater for children’s parties in one of our 3 fantastic party areas.

Zoopadoopa LTD (54 miles)

Cwmbran

Zoopadoopa LTD Zoopadoopa is Cwmbrans' Premier Childrens Indoor Play Centre. We are located in the Vue Cinema leisure complex in Cwmbran town centre. Zoopadoopa offers children the chance to play, learn explore and party in a fun, safe and stimulating family environment. Cwmbrans' Premier Children's Indoor Play Centre. We are located in the Vue Cinema leisure complex in Cwmbran town centre. Zoopadoopa offers children the chance to play, learn explore and party in a fun, safe and stimulating family environment.

Whirlikidz (55 miles)

Chepstow

Whirlikidz Whirlikidz boasts a large indoor play structure with slides, tunnels and plenty more to explore. There are also mother and toddler sessions which include free squash and snack, arts and crafts, story time and singing.

Monkey Mania (55 miles)

Blackwood

Monkey Mania Childrens indoor soft play centre in Gwent. Great place to go with the kids on a cold, wet or chilly day. Also great idea for kids party.

Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre (55 miles)

Devizes

Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre childrens indoor soft play centre in Devizes.

Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Playcentre (57 miles)

Rhondda

Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Playcentre - is the largest childrens indoor playcentre in RCT, catering for children aged 0-12 years, with huge 3 level playframe, large baby area with ballpond and softplay, sports areane and party rooms.

Jesters Adventure Play (58 miles)

Caine

Jesters Adventure Play Offers all year round, all weather fun for children under 12 years old. With play over three levels, your kids can explore, play and make new friends in total safety whilst you relax.

Drakes Den (59 miles)

Plymouth

Drakes Den New to Plymouth a brand new ROSPA checked and approved Soft Play Frame adventure with face painting and other sides.

Jump Indoor Play Centre (60 miles)

Plymouth

Jump Indoor Play Centre Inflatable challenge, toddler zone, trampolines, football pitch, climbing walls, cafe, etc.

123 Jump Play Centre (60 miles)

Plymouth

123 Jump Play Centre The West Country's largest indoor play centre - blaster cannons, climbing walls, trampolines, football - getting tired just reading all the stuff you can do there!!

Adventure Land (61 miles)

Merthyr Tydfil

Adventure Land Kids indoor soft play centre - available for children's parties

Harlequinns Leisure (62 miles)

Bude

Harlequinns Leisure Screamers has six fun packed levels for up to 12sincluding a separate toddler area. Ten pin bowling, cafe, and arcade with air hockey and dance machines all also available on site.

Bounce Indoor Play Ltd (63 miles)

Rhymney

Bounce Indoor Play Ltd Offers indoor play facilities for children aged 0 to 11 years. Visit them for a fun family day out, where kids can play on the state of the art equipment, in a safe and enjoyable environment.

Dizzy Kidz Indoor Playcentre (64 miles)

Tredegar

Dizzy Kidz Indoor Playcentre - an Indoor Adventure Play Centre for children aged 0-11 years with a catering & party provision. Meet all our characters. Mickey & Minnie Mouse. Peppa Pig. Upsy Daisy. Bob the Builder & Ben 10

Serendipity Sams Play Centre (64 miles)

Romsey

Serendipity Sams Play Centre Great kids indoor play centre - ring for more deatils

Kingdom Come (66 miles)

Abergavenny

Kingdom Come Kingdom Come is a Childrens Indoor Play Centre for 0 – 11 years. This castle themed playcentre provides everything a child needs to keep them stimulated for their play session.

Bonkers Childrens Indoor Play Centre (67 miles)

Swindon

Bonkers Childrens Indoor Play Centre - offer a unique play area, featuring BALL CANNONS, MAGIC BALL JUGGLERS, VOLCANO, ROLLER RACERS - how do they work? - BALL LIFTERS, and many other items of interactive equipment, suitable for ALL ages.

Kidz About Adventure Play (68 miles)

Swindon

Kidz About Adventure Play Run around in 20,000 square feet of space that includes play equipment rising to an amazing 6.5m, a four lane astraslide, dropslide, superb twisting spiral slide, separate play area for toddlers and a football/basketball pitch. PLUS A NEW Exclusive play area for non-mobile Babies & A car Track for Toddlers! Plus Plenty of Parking spaces.

Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre (68 miles)

Stroud

Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre - lots of different areas to play, with slides and ball pits and even has a death slide?!

Jungle Jeans (68 miles)

Southampton

Jungle Jeans A truly magical experience awaits you at Jungle Jeans. Discover the sights and sounds of our play frame jungle while the adults sit back, relax and enjoy refreshments from the Tree Top Café, or let them join in the fun too!

Playzone Indoor Soft Play Centre (68 miles)

Swansea

Playzone Indoor Soft Play Centre Everyone has a ball, and a swing, slide, whoosh, zing! Our main sessions are designed for Kidz aged 1 to 14 accompanied by their parents.

Space Play (68 miles)

Swindon

Space Play A great soft play area for children aged up to 9years, available for the older ones is a fantastic LaserQuest area!

Andover Leisure Centre (68 miles)

Andover

Andover Leisure Centre Archie's World play structure is made up from 3 levels with a variety of fun features to include; 3 super slides, Sky Glide, 3 ball pools, cargo nets, ball cannon, spiders web, rope bridge, dark room, giant ball room and lots more.

Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre (69 miles)

Eastleigh

Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre Kids2Day - Children’s Indoor Activity Playground and Bouncy Castle. Open every day from 10am

Jolly Roger Adventure (71 miles)

Swindon

Jolly Roger Adventure - has got bouncy castles, and an amazing soft adventure play area to keep the kids amused. Why don't they take a dip in one of our ball pools, or dare they or even your self ride 'The Drop', its over 31 ft long. And now we have one of the BIGGEST indoor astra slides in the country it's fast, its the latest addition to the Jolly Roger's list of fun.

MagicLand (72 miles)

Cirencester

MagicLand We have all sorts of slides, including wave slides and a 70 ft astra slide, the largest in Gloucestershire. We are also proud to present the first cannon arena in the Cotswolds. This area contains four pneumatically powered cannons that allows you to shoot foam balls at various targets including the other visitors!

Play Shack (72 miles)

Southampton

Play Shack Play Shack is Hampshire's fantastic indoor family play centre now open at Hedge End where toddlers through to 12 year olds can play, laugh, run, slide, eat, drink and celebrate fun filled birthdays.

JR Zone (74 miles)

Newport

JR Zone JR Zone (formerly Jolly Roger's) is the Island's top indoor adventure play zone for all ages with stimulating toddler section, and for larger kids, a thrilling gigantic 3-level play zone with 4-Lane Astra slide, dual sky glides, Spooky zone, Football area and so much more. JR Laser Storm interactive laser gun arena operates in the evenings (booking essential, groups of 10+ only)

The Adventure Barn (74 miles)

Winchester

The Adventure Barn The Adventure Barn is a brilliant indoor adventure playground where your children can play safely and securely whatever the weather! One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Hampshire with kids

Mouse World Indoor Play Centre (74 miles)

Chale

Mouse World Indoor Play Centre Indoor and outdoor play areas attached to a beautiful pub - ring for more details

Jurassic Coast (12 miles)

Seaton

Jurassic Coast 'The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site is England's first natural World Heritage Site - it is known as The Jurassic Coast. It covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history. '

Sheppys Cider Farm and Museum (13 miles)

Taunton

Sheppys Cider Farm and Museum We are proud to share with visitors from far and wide our beautiful farm and orchards, and to show you as much as possible of how and where we make our delicious ciders.

Beer Quarry Caves (17 miles)

Beer

Beer Quarry Caves Conducted tours by trained guides,give the visitor an hour-long tour of this vast man- made complex of underground caverns created by centuries of quarrying the famous Beer Stone. Most kids love family days out in tunnels and caves especially if they have a torch.

Glastonbury Abbey (22 miles)

Glastonbury

Glastonbury Abbey 36 acres of beautiful parkland and history for every visitor to enjoy. Visit what was the largest and richest abbey in England for an amazing experience.

Killerton (22 miles)

Exeter

Killerton A historical home with costumes and comfortable country living! Enjoy the elegance of both the inside and outside of this country home, with a play park and scenic walks

Tiverton Castle (23 miles)

Tiverton

Tiverton Castle 'Few buildings evoke such a feeling of history as venerable Tiverton Castle, which celebrated its 900th anniversary in 2006.'

Exeter Woollen Trail (27 miles)

Exeter

Exeter Woollen Trail 'Explore many of the key sites of Exeter's most important industry of the past, the woollen cloth trade.'

Exeter's Underground Passages (27 miles)

Exeter

Exeter's Underground Passages You are given a hardhat and expected to walk and crawl through some extremely narrow passages that wind around the city's aqueducts. There is also a brief film presentation about the passages. Very interesting family day out in devon, not suitable for the under 5s or those suffering from claustrophobia.

Powderham Castle (27 miles)

Exeter

Powderham Castle Guided Castle Tours - Secret Garden - Play Fort for kids - Deer Park Safari - and seasonal events located in a unique, picturesque setting beside the Exe estuary

St Nicholas Priory (27 miles)

Exeter

St Nicholas Priory 'Adorned with quality replica furniture and painted in the bright colours of the period, the Priory is presented as the 1602 home of the wealthy Hurst family. The display of Elizabethan items from the city's collection, the addition of modern amenities and new interpretation allows greater access to the Priory and gives a wonderful insight into Tudor life.'

Wells Cathedral (27 miles)

Wells

Wells Cathedral A 12th Century Early English Gothic Cathedral boasting 296 Medieval groups of structure. One of England's most beautiful cathedrals.

Nothe Fort (29 miles)

Weymouth

Nothe Fort A thrilling labyrinth of underground passageways and outdoor areas with stunning views of the Jurassic Coast. Constructed on three levels accessed by lift, the Fort is filled with displays, mammoth guns and cinema areas that chart the history of this large and magnificent Victorian structure.

Dunster Castle (30 miles)

Minehead

Dunster Castle The site of the castle, which dates back to Norman times, the house and gardens provide a great space to explore with the whole family! Come along and discover the diversity of the wildlife in the gardens, find out about bats and find the secret passage way in the house!

Dunster Water Mill (30 miles)

Dunster

Dunster Water Mill The West Country's finest working water mill, built in 1680, the mill is set in magnificent surroundings alongside the River Avill overlooking Exmoor National Park, only minutes from Dunster Castle and High Street.

Portland Castle (31 miles)

Portland

Portland Castle The history of this fortress, which overlooks Portland harbour, is diverse and fascinating.

Bygones Victorian Museum (36 miles)

Torquay

Bygones Victorian Museum Shopping as our grandparents used to shop. Memories of journeys on the romantic steam trains our parents knew. Escape into the magic lands of fantasy where every generation loves to go.

Royal Signals Museum (36 miles)

Blandford Camp

Royal Signals Museum It is the national museum of Army communications and the exhibits and displays show the part that communications have played in the many wars and campaigns of the last 150 years.

Kents Cavern (37 miles)

Torquay

Kents Cavern Take a guided tour around Britain's most important Stone Age Heritage site. These prehistoric caves, at over 500,000 years old are the oldest recognisable examples of human dwelling in the UK. Great if you're looking for fun family days out in Devon.

Tore Abbey (38 miles)

Torquay

Tore Abbey Welcome to the heart of Torquay – past, present and future. Imagine the silent prayers of the Abbey's medieval "White Canons". Picture the opulent lifestyle of the Cary family who transformed the Abbey into a fine country home. Today you can experience the many lives of Torre Abbey and experience its place, still at the heart of the English Riviera. Enjoy our impressive permanent art collection and lively programme of contemporary arts events. Visit the picturesque gardens, with exotic and exciting plants and even some mysteries to be solved.

Cosmeston Medieval Village (39 miles)

Penarth

Cosmeston Medieval Village Meet the villagers, all dressed in period costume, and experience how they lived. Take a tour, book a party or enjoy one of the special events that take place throughout the year!

Castle Drogo (39 miles)

Exeter

Castle Drogo Visit the last castle built in England!

Quince Honey Farm (40 miles)

South Molton

Quince Honey Farm 'Here in our world famous Honey Farm you can stand and watch these wild and wonderful creatures from the distant past. The unique design of the indoor apiary allows close up viewing in complete safety. The glass booths expose the working colonies of honeybees without interfering with their natural lifestyle.

Clevedon Pier (40 miles)

Clevedon

Clevedon Pier Clevedon Pier, the only fully intact, Grade 1 listed pier in the country. The pier has been beautifully restored and provides a lovely day out for all the family. There are wonderful views of the Severn Estuary, the islands Flat Holm & Steep Holm, the two Severn Bridges, and the best sunsets in the West Country.

Tyntesfield (41 miles)

Bristol

Tyntesfield Whether you're visiting for the first time, or coming back to see the progress, you'll be amazed by this unique conservation project.

Berry Pomeroy Castle (42 miles)

Totnes

Berry Pomeroy Castle Visit the most haunted castle in Devon! A historic site with a tale of love, deadly deeds and horror! A castle never completed, it now stands as a ruin amongst the woods and rocky outcrops of Berry Pomeroy. Let children discover the ruins and learn of a romantic history through the audio tour.

Corfe Castle Model Village (43 miles)

Waream

Corfe Castle Model Village Opened in 1966 to the public, the Model Village depicts the Castle and village as it was in 1646. You can compare the real castle with the Model castle from our garden, this gives a fantastic idea of how it used to look when it was home to Lady Banks

Corfe Castle (43 miles)

Wareham

Corfe Castle One of the most evocative ruined castles in England with over 1,000 years of turbulent history. Castle View visitor centre explores the lives (and deaths) of past residents - the Swanage Railway operates a steam train service to Corfe Castle

The Clifton Suspension Bridge (43 miles)

Clifton

The Clifton Suspension Bridge The Clifton Suspension Bridge, designed by the great Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel provides spectacular views over the pretty Avon Gorge. It’s a great place to walk across and see how high you are above the traffic and the river. Feel and see it move with the traffic !

Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour (43 miles)

Bristol

Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour Spooky fun history tour, best not for nervous children, or tired ones as the tour starts at 8pm! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Bristol with kids.

Millennium Stadium Tours (43 miles)

Cardiff

Millennium Stadium Tours tour the millennium stadium, take a look behind the scenes, visit the dressing room - walk down the players tunnel,and visit the royal box

Clifton Observatory (43 miles)

Bristol

Clifton Observatory A natural cave with viewing platforms, unparalleled views over the local scenery and the only formal Camera Obscura in England.

Cardiff Castle (43 miles)

Cardiff

Cardiff Castle Let the past come alive when you visit Cardiff Castle. Over the last 2000 years, the Castle has been home to the Romans, Normans and Victorians. Each group left exiting stories of amazing adventures which you can learn all about whilst exploring the spectacular grounds, Norman Keep and Castle Apartments.

Roman Baths and Museum (44 miles)

Bath

Roman Baths and Museum See the water's source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements. New for 2006: 'Meet the Romans' (children's audioguide tour).

Totnes Castle (44 miles)

Totnes

Totnes Castle A classic Norman motte and bailey castle, founded soon after the Conquest to overawe the Saxon town. A later stone shell-keep crowns its steep mound, giving sweeping views across the town rooftops to the River Dart.

Watersmeet (44 miles)

Lynmouth

Watersmeet A Fishing lodge completed in c1832 surrounded by 'varied Exmoor landscapes of rocky coastline, heather moorland, wooded valleys and fast-flowing rivers.'

Dartmouth Castle (45 miles)

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Castle Visiting Dartmouth? Complete your day out with a picturesque river boat trip to the castle from the town quay, landing you a minutes walk from the castle. One of the most picturesquely- sited fortresses in England. For over six hundred years Dartmouth Castle has guarded the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary and the busy, vibrant port of Dartmouth.

Blaise Castle and Play Area (46 miles)

Bristol

Blaise Castle and Play Area Castle, museum, two age sectioned play areas and some truly beautiful woodland walks, this is a great day out for all age groups.

Okehampton Castle (47 miles)

Okehampton

Okehampton Castle The remains of the largest castle in Devon, in an outstandingly picturesque setting on a wooded spur above the rushing River Okement. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon,much of whose work survives. After the last Courtenay owner fell foul of Henry VIII in 1538, it declined into an allegedly haunted ruin. Riverside picnic area and woodland walks nearby.

Castell Coch (48 miles)

Cardiff

Castell Coch The marquess of Bute’s Gothic fairytale creation at Castell Coch, with its colourful interior and beautiful woodland setting, is a dream visit for your little prince or princess, and will inspire plenty of little adventures.

Arlington Court (48 miles)

Arlington

Arlington Court An attraction with many things to offer. The National Trust of Carriages, a bat cave and an intriguing house full of items and souvenirs amassed by a famous bunch of travellers!

Caerphilly Castle (50 miles)

Caerphilly

Caerphilly Castle Stretching over a thirty-acre site in the centre of Caerphilly, this imposing Castle is a striking testament to the turbulent times of medieval Wales Exhibitions, medieval weapons - plenty to see and do..

Caldicot Castle (51 miles)

Caldicot

Caldicot Castle Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Lots for kids to do including activity station and activities and workshops throughout the year.

Ringwood Town and Country Experience (51 miles)

Ringwood

Ringwood Town and Country Experience If you wonder what a village town was like in years gone by, then you must visit the Ringwood Town and Country Experience, this is not just a museum it is a fascinating insight to times gone by. It is a place for everyone to visit young and not so young and you will all enjoy it.

Stonehenge (53 miles)

Amesbury

Stonehenge - stands as a timeless testimony to the people who built it, between 3000BC and 1500BC. An amazing feat of engineering and arguably the most sophisticated stone circle in the world, it remains a mystery.

Rhondda Heritage Park (54 miles)

Rhondda Cynon Taff

Rhondda Heritage Park The Rhondda Heritage Park based at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Trehafod, is one of the top heritage and cultural visitor attractions in South Wales and provides a fun and interesting day out for individuals, groups, school children and students.

Overbecks Museum and Garden (58 miles)

Salcombe

Overbecks Museum and Garden 'One of the most fascinating and exotic gardens in the South West; explore the banana garden, meander through the towering purple echiums or just relax beneath palms and soak up the spectacular panorama across miles of beautiful coastline and estuary.'

Buckland Abbey (58 miles)

Yelverton

Buckland Abbey 'In the 13th century, Buckland Abbey was home to the Cistercian monks who built the Abbey and the incredible Great Barn and farmed the then vast estate. The Abbey, now a house with a combination of furnished rooms and interactive museum galleries, tells the story of how two seafaring adventurers – Sir Richard Grenville and Sir Francis Drake – changed the shape of the house and the fate of the country.'

Saltram House and Gardens (60 miles)

Plymouth

Saltram House and Gardens A beautiful C18th mansion surrounded by landscaped park. The mansion features an array of things for its visitors to discover.

Berkeley Castle (61 miles)

Berkeley

Berkeley Castle is England's oldest inhabited castle and most historic home. Over 24 generations of Berkeley's have transformed a savage Norman fortress into a truly stately home full of treasures. Come and learn about murder, intrigue and mysterious events at the castle.

Avebury Stone Circle (62 miles)

Marlborough

Avebury Stone Circle One of Europe's largest pre-historic stone circles!

Needles Park Sand Cliffs (63 miles)

Totland Bay

Needles Park Sand Cliffs - visit to view these jagged chalk stacks and lighthouse, the unique multi coloured sand cliffs and enjoy the Park's facilities, including the spectacular chairlift.

The Needles Old Battery (63 miles)

Alum Bay

The Needles Old Battery This spectacularly sited fort overlooks the Needles rocks and has a fascinating history told by cartoons. There are guns on the parade ground, a twisty tunnel to explore and family activity packs to borrow plus a free children's soldier trail. Can you find Major Mindup and his Gunners? New for 2010: see how the Cartridge Store looked in 1880.

Clovelly Village (64 miles)

Bideford

Clovelly Village A magnificent and unique location in the West Country, not to be missed!

Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines (64 miles)

Coleford

Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines An impressive natural cave system, mined for over 4,500 years to form some of Britain's most atmospheric and intriguing underground mine workings. Nine caverns, geological and mining displays throughout. Excellent shop and café. 'A great underground experience for all the family!'

Callington Space Centre (65 miles)

Callington

Callington Space Centre The Callington Space Centre is a project aiming to promote interest in astronomy and space science throughout the community.Based at Callington in Cornwall, UK the Space Centre is working hard, through education at Primary, Secondary and Adult levels, to increase awareness of the universe in which we live.

Yarmouth Castle (65 miles)

Yarmouth

Yarmouth Castle The remains of a C16th coastal fort as well as a wonderful picnic spot, historic Yarmouth exhibition and a C16th shipwreck.

Abergavenny Castle & Museum (66 miles)

Abergavenny

Abergavenny Castle & Museum Abergavenny Museum is set in the grounds of a 'ruined' Norman Castle, where you can enjoy a picnic during the summer and a brisk walk on colder days. The museum contains activity Room for children, where there is the opportunity to colour, cut and stick. At certain times they offer workshops led by museum staff.

Beaulieu (66 miles)

Brockenhurst

Beaulieu In the heart of the New Forest this great family day out has something for everyone from motoring to heritage and history to rides. 250 vehicles in the motor museum, living history in Palace house and unlimited rides on the monorail and bus make a day for the whole family.

Newton Old Town Hall (69 miles)

Newton

Newton Old Town Hall Visit the mysterious little building that reveals the interesting and surprising historical importance of Newton.

Winchester Cathedral (73 miles)

Winchester

Winchester Cathedral For over a thousand years, people have come to seek inspiration in this magnificent Cathedral. Today, they welcome 300,000 visitors a year to share their worship, explore their heritage and attend their many events.

Carisbrooke Castle (73 miles)

Newport

Carisbrooke Castle - a great place for children to explore Â– with its towering keep to climb and battlements to march, there's lots to spark the imagination.

Calbourne Water Mill and Rural Museum (73 miles)

Calbourne

Calbourne Water Mill and Rural Museum 'Set in 10 acres of stunning rural landscape, Calbourne Water Mill contains one of the oldest working water mills in the country, dating back to the Domesday Book.'

Newport Roman Villa (74 miles)

Newport

Newport Roman Villa - a 1,700 year old country pile! Discovered in 1926 when the owner of a nearby house sank foundations for a garage, subsequent excavations revealed extensive remains of a late Romano-British farmhouse built around 280 AD.'

Osborne House (74 miles)

East Cowes

Osborne House 'If you're planning a family day out in the Isle of Wight, then Osborne House has everything you could ask for. Built by Queen Victoria as a family holiday home, this stunning Italianate palace offers a glimpse into the private life of the royal family. Take a peek into the royal nursery, see the bedroom in which Queen Victoria died and marvel at the exotic Indian-inspired Durbar Room.'

Blackgang - The Disappearing Village (75 miles)

Ventnor

Blackgang - The Disappearing Village A new way to discover the remarkable story of this mysterious village and coastline.

Whitchurch Silk Mill (75 miles)

Whitchurch

Whitchurch Silk Mill Silk has been woven here since the 1820/1830s. The Mill produces high quality silks to order for theatrical costume, interior designers and historic houses. Interactive exhibits and hands on opportunities.

Avon Ski and Action Centre (33 miles)

Churchill

Avon Ski and Action Centre A action centre with something for everyone to do! Ski and slope sports and other activities such as archery, quad biking, rock climbing and more make this attraction full of excitement!

Snowtrax (50 miles)

Christchurch

Snowtrax Set in an attractive alpine environment, this exciting kids' Alpine Activity Centre offers loads of fun, with a wide range of thrilling "turn up and ride" activities, there's something for everyone. Parents can join in, or relax and enjoy the beautiful views from our Alpine Bistro.

Plymouth Ski Centre (60 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Ski Centre is open daily between 10am and 10pm. We offer skiers, snowboarders and bladers of all levels the facilities to practice and learn new skills. Great idea for family days out in Devon

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre (74 miles)

Robinswood Hill

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre - one of the best and longest outdoor artificial ski slopes in the UK. From skiing and snowboarding to tubing and 9 hole golf, there's something to do for everyone!

Planet Ice Cardiff (41 miles)

Cardiff

Planet Ice Cardiff Family friendly ice skating facility with penguin skating aids for very little ones, and a special Ice Toddlers session with toys and games.

Bristol Ice Rink (43 miles)

Bristol

Bristol Ice Rink Family friendly skating rink with full programme of lessons and ice sports in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.

Skating at Lets Go (51 miles)

Barnstaple

Skating at Lets Go The highly-advanced ICE-Y-BLUE skating rink, built in Germany and the first to be installed anywhere in the UK, is precision engineered to provide an even gliding surface. It gives skaters a realistic `ice-like’ experience without the downsides associated with real ice, such as the usual cold and damp, or wet knees.

Plymouth Pavillions Ice Rink (63 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Pavillions Ice Rink boasts the only ice rink in the South West, the Swiss Lake Ice Rink is fitted with a state-of-the-art light and disco system so the regular ice discos held here have the best sound around.

Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating (68 miles)

Swindon

Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating The striking modern structure of the Link Centre houses an ice rink, a 25 metre, deck level, pool, Wiltshire's premier climbing facility, three 5-a-side outdoor football pitches with floodlighting and a state of the art gym

Rock and Rapid Adventure Centre (39 miles)

South Molton

Rock and Rapid Adventure Centre Indoor climbing centre and Outdoor Activity Centre catering for children to the young at heart. Why not try some new exciting activities?

Dart Rock Climbing Centre (44 miles)

Buckfastleigh

Dart Rock Climbing Centre - is THE home of indoor rock climbing in the South West. Built by climbers for everyone, Dart Rock provides indoor and outdoor rock climbing activities to the highest of standards in an encouraging and fun atmosphere.

Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre (56 miles)

Bideford

Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre Get wet, climb high, stay low, whatever you want, you can do it! Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre will give you a day to remember. Play as a family or leave the adults at home, either way everyone can find fun, challenge, inspiration and laughter at Skern.

E2 Climbing and Activity Centre (58 miles)

South Glamorgan

E2 Climbing and Activity Centre Delivers an adrenaline-soaked range of activities to kick-start your senses. One of the biggest indoor climbing walls in Europe, a man-made caving system, kayaking lakes, gorge walking, mountain biking, and it doesn’t stop there! From age 6.

The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall (61 miles)

Tavistock

The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall Youth climbing club based here at weekends will accept members as young as 7. Housed in a massive barn, this uniquely crafted climbing wall and free standing boulder provides a friendly and social place to train.

The Ridge Climbing Wall (68 miles)

Swindon

The Ridge Climbing Wall The youth club here is solely for kids who have had some training or climbed with parents and want to give it a go alone (under supervision) so the age is less relevant than experience and skill. Not for beginners.

Dynamic Rock (70 miles)

Swansea

Dynamic Rock Their youngest club starts at 8 years old, learning the basic skills and moves in a friendly, safe environment with full supervision and instruction.

Calshot Activities Centre (72 miles)

Southampton

Calshot Activities Centre Offers a wide range and unrivalled number of exciting water and landbased activities, for all abilities and ages. Historic hangars accommodate a state of the art climbing complex, the only indoor velodrome in Southern England and a dry ski slope.

Aerosaurus Balloons (20 miles)

Exeter

Aerosaurus Balloons Aerosaurus Balloons provide champagne hot air balloon rides throughout the South West of England, over some of the most beautiful and spectacular areas of the UK.

Middlemoor Water Park (21 miles)

Woolavington

Middlemoor Water Park This unique water sports centre with water ski, wakeboard, jet ski and karting facilities also has it's own fully licensed clubhouse overlooking the lake. A varied menu is available (and a barbecue area is situated next to the clubhouse).

Dorchester Skatepark (25 miles)

Dorchester

Dorchester Skatepark Permanent concrete skatepark or BMX, scooter and inline skates as well as skateboards, with lots of features and set ups, creatively challenging to all riders whether novice or experienced.

Pirate Adventure Golf (28 miles)

Weymouth

Pirate Adventure Golf Climb aboad for 18 holes of swash-buckling fun!! Great crazy golf with a pirate theme

Brean Sands Funpark (29 miles)

Brean Sands

Brean Sands Funpark Outdoor theme park, over 40 rides & attractions, swimming pool, waterslides, family day out, free entry, the home of Sooty, South West’s leading theme park, rollercoasters, 18 hole golf, family pitch & putt, food and bar venues.

Go Ape! Haldon (31 miles)

Exeter

Go Ape! Haldon Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.

West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre (31 miles)

Minehead

West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre The West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre is a dual based sports centre within the West Somerset Community College. The Centre Offer's a wide range of Activities.

Minehead Eye (32 miles)

Minehead

Minehead Eye Indoor Skatepark and BMX park with Games Consoles, ITsuite, DJ facilities, Pool, Table tennis and Football, Music Studios, Cafe, and all sorts of events! All equipment available to hire. You can even leave the kids there until 10pm!

Motion Ramp Park (43 miles)

Bristol

Motion Ramp Park Motion is the South West’s leading indoor skatepark, consisting of a large warehouse containing a selection of quarter pipes, jump boxes and beginner ramps suitable for a whole spectrum of abilities.

Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf (44 miles)

Bristol

Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf Two great 18 hole adventure golf courses - dare you to putt your way through our jungle course, complete with the live active volcano?

Bath Boating Station (45 miles)

Bath

Bath Boating Station Rowing, punting and canoeing on the delightful River Avon at Bath.

Go Ape! Moors Valley (49 miles)

Ringwood

Go Ape! Moors Valley Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.

Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes nr Bridgend (52 miles)

Bridgend

Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes nr Bridgend An important wildlife habitat for quiet contemplation of nature... next to a series of enormous sand dunes down which you can sled!

Keypitts Quads (54 miles)

Ilfracombe

Keypitts Quads offer four types of ride and they start with the badger ride which has been tailored for the 6 year olds and over using our all terrain adventure track.

Calne Leisure Centre (57 miles)

Calne

Calne Leisure Centre An indoor leisure centre with a range of activities for visitors of all ages! Swim, climb and much more.

Go Ape! Margam (58 miles)

Port Talbot

Go Ape! Margam Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.

Tree Surfers (59 miles)

Tavistock

Tree Surfers Outdoor adventure for the whole family. Test yourselves on our tree top ropes trail with rope bridges, Tarzan swings and zip wires. Hire a bike to explore 30kms of woodland trails through the Tamar Valley, or see if you are more Robin Hood than Maid Marion on our Archery range.

Kids Combat Adventures (60 miles)

Chippenham

Kids Combat Adventures Provides an exciting outdoor laser tag experience, using state of the art guns with Halo technology. Players will take part in woodland battlefield missions. Parents can enjoy a cuppa at the Naafi or watch their child with camera at the ready.