If you know of any other great railways and transport attractions near Felixstowe which aren't listed on DAYoutWITHtheKIDS, please get in contact with us, so we can add them to the website and share the fun places to go with other children - thanks a lot
Railways and Transport Attractions near to Felixstowe
Mid-Suffolk Light Railway (21 miles)
Stowmarket
Mid-Suffolk Light Railway This is the only railway museum in Suffolk, where the former Mid Suffolk Light Railway is recreated. Many original station buildings and steam locomotives on display along with lots of photographs and memorabilia.
East Anglian Railway Museum (25 miles)
Wakes Colne
East Anglian Railway Museum An open air museum where the preserved buildings on site form parts of the museum itself and you stroll between sections. For kids who like trains this will be a proper treat, and they also host regular child oriented fun days with Thomas and more.
Coastal Voyager (29 miles)
Southwald
Coastal Voyager Undoubtably our most popular trip by far is the high speed trip out to sea off Southwold. The boat is put through its formidable paces in a 30 min tour of Solebay
Bressingham Steam Experience (31 miles)
Bressingham
Bressingham Steam Experience Whether you choose to explore one of Europe's leading steam collections, take a ride on Bressingham's famous Victorian 'Gallopers', journey over five miles of narrow-gauge steam railway, wander through beautiful gardens, or visit the only official "Dad's Army" exhibition in existence, you'll find something for everyone when you arrive at Bressingham!
Colne Valley Railway (32 miles)
Castle Hedingham
Colne Valley Railway Sample the atmosphere and take a ride on an award winning period country railway. A pretty line, relocated station buildings, signal boxes and bridges all lovingly restored and rebuilt. A large and varied collection of operational vintage steam and diesel engines, carriages and wagons that represent much of our Railway Heritage is available to explore around.
East Anglia Transport Museum (37 miles)
Lowestoft
East Anglia Transport Museum Whether you take a ride on the Woodland Tramway or experience the silence and comfort of the Trolleybus service, there is a new discovery to be made every minute.
Audley End Minature Railway (48 miles)
Saffron Walden
Audley End Minature Railway A delightful 1.5 mile ride on Lord Braybrooke's private 10 and a quarter inch gauge railway through Estate woodland. The children all enjoy looking out for the teddies that live in the woods!
Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway (50 miles)
Sittingbourne
Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway - is the preserved southern half of the former Bowater's Railway built to move the raw materials for paper making and also the finished products around the mill at Sittingbourne.
Barton House Railway (51 miles)
Wroxham
Barton House Railway - re-creates a traditional railway atmosphere where the whole family can enjoy the nostalgia of the golden age of steam with two ride-on railways, a fully working signalling system and authentic tickets.
Mississippi Paddle Boat (51 miles)
Horning
Mississippi Paddle Boat The Southern Comfort is a double-deck paddle boat purpose built for the Broads. The boat is a luxury river cruiser which runs regular trips from the beautiful village of Horning, along the River Bure through the village and out to Ranworth Broad and back, passing lovely old thatched houses, windmills and Norfolk reed beds.
Mid Norfolk Railway (52 miles)
Dereham
Mid Norfolk Railway An 11 mile railway line which runs between Dereham and Wymondham (near Norwich). Run entirely by volunteers, the railway runs Heritage Railcar and Diesel services between March and October every year, and weekends in June, July and August run Steam trains.
The Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway (54 miles)
Sittingbourne
The Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway Welcome to The Bredgar & Wormshill Light Railway, a delightful 2 foot gauge line tucked away in the heart of the Kent countryside, England, near the village of Bredgar in a richly wooded area of the North Kent Downs.
Bure Valley Railway (57 miles)
Aylsham
Bure Valley Railway - offers an 18 mile round trip through picturesque countryside which is as varied, interesting and beautiful as any to be found on a railway journey in England.
Dover Sea Safari (59 miles)
Dover
Dover Sea Safari Let the kids put on their pirate outfits for an exhilarating RIB boat trip from Dover Harbour. Spot the smugglers caves along the bottom of the White Cliffs that can only be accessed by boat and venture out to see the Seals on the infamous Goodwin Sands. Fun for all!
Lee Valley Boat Centre (59 miles)
Broxbourne
Lee Valley Boat Centre Situated in the picturesque River Lee Country Park, Lee Valley Boat Centre is a stones throw from Broxbourne train station. In a week you can cruise into London on a narrow boats, or in just an hour you can navigate the river by electric pleasure craft, pedalos or rowing boats.
Elham Valley Railway Museum (61 miles)
Folkestone
Elham Valley Railway Museum Step back in time to the 1930's. Come along and visit the Elham Valley Railway Museum at Peene,
just off the A20 at Folkestone, Kent, England. Leave the M20 motorway at junction 12, just after
signs for the Eurotunnel.
Docklands Light Railway (66 miles)
East London
Docklands Light Railway A day out on the excitingly sophisticated DLR is far from all about trains: hop on and off with a day ticket and visit bundles of great stuff as you travel round and you've got happy kids from start to stop!
Cutty Sark Clipper Ship SUSPENDED (67 miles)
Greenwich
Cutty Sark Clipper Ship SUSPENDED The Cutty Sark was involved in a major fire on 21st May 2007 - has been re-fitted and will be re-opening in the Spring of 2012 apparently. Check website for update on restoration work - looks like it's going to come back better than ever Spring 2012
The Poppy Line - North Norfolk Railway (67 miles)
Sheringham
The Poppy Line - North Norfolk Railway Heritage steam railway with magnificent views of coast and country as it runs from Sheringham to Holt in North Norfolk.
Children's activity coach at Sheringham Station. Children's "I Spy" challenge at William Marriott Railway Museum and play area at Holt Station. Refreshments at all 3 stations. Picnic areas at Holt and Weybourne.
Muckleburgh Collection (68 miles)
Weybourne
Muckleburgh Collection Norfolk’s largest working military museum of tanks, guns and vehicles. Come and drive a tank and ride in a personnel carrier. Enjoy historic exhibits, including uniforms, operating radios. There is a full service restaurant and a well stocked gift shop.
Kent & East Sussex Railway (68 miles)
Tenterden
Kent & East Sussex Railway Enjoy 10 ½ miles of pure nostalgia on England’s finest rural light railway. Beautifully restored coaches and locomotives dating from Victorian times enable visitors to experience travel and service from a bygone age. The picturesque line weaves between Tenterden and Bodiam terminating in the shadow of the NT castle.
The Golden Hinde (69 miles)
London Bridge
The Golden Hinde The Golden Hinde is a replica of Sir Francis Drake's warship, which offers visitors an unforgettable living history experience.
London RIB Voyages (70 miles)
Southbank
London RIB Voyages Fast, fun sightseeing speedboat trips for all ages. Kids will love this fast paced adventure whilst our comedian guides make learning about our great city entertaining for all ages. Family sightseeing adventure at its best. Toddlers, children and their grannies will all love this capital experience.
London Duck Tours (70 miles)
Waterloo
London Duck Tours London Duck Tours is no ordinary sightseeing tour, you get a guided tour by road including a trip along the river, without ever leaving the comfort of your seat. Nothing compares to the thrill of driving from the road straight into the Thames. A great idea if you are looking for family days out in london.
Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway (70 miles)
New Romney
Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway This great miniature railway covers a distance of 13.5 miles from the picturesque Cinque Port of Hythe, near the channel tunnel, to the fishermans cottages and lighthouses at Dungeness.
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway (71 miles)
Wells Next-the-Sea
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway Visit the longest 10¼" narrow gauge steam railway in the world and see the unique Garratt locomotive "Norfolk Hero" which was especially built for this line. A great adventure for all the family in the delightful countryside of the North Norfolk coast.
London Waterbus Canal Trips (72 miles)
Maida Vale
London Waterbus Canal Trips If you're going for a family days out to London Zoo, this is the way to get there - take a canal boat from Little Venice or Camden - you don't even have to visit the zoo?!
Wells Harbour Railway (72 miles)
Wells-next-the-Sea
Wells Harbour Railway A great little railway that runs from wells harbour to pinewoods and the beach in wells, where you can pick up a great ice cream as well!! One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Norfolk with kids
Spa Valley Railway (75 miles)
Tunbridge Wells
Spa Valley Railway The South East's friendliest steam railway! Heritage steam and diesel trains run for 5½ miles through the picturesque Kent and Sussex Weald between Eridge and Royal Tunbridge Wells, stopping off in between at Groombridge and High Rocks. Take a journey through time along this classic English Branch Line.
Adventure Island (40 miles)
Southend on Sea
Adventure Island Situated on Southend Seafront on both sides of the world famous pier, the park boasts over 40 rides and attractions!
Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park (41 miles)
Lowestoft
Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park It is the perfect fun packed day out for all ages and interests. Adrenalin fuelled thrills & spills for the bravest adventurers! Fun rides for all the family including some just for the little ones! Wonderful shows with sea lions, parrots, acrobats and clowns.
Bewilderwood (51 miles)
Wroxham
Bewilderwood A huge forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, storytelling, marsh walks and really yummy food.
Dinosaur Adventure Park (52 miles)
Lenwade
Dinosaur Adventure Park Come face to face with giants of the past on our dinosaur trail. Discover the lost world maze and meet creatures great and small in the Secret Animal Garden. If you are looking for family days out in Nofolk, you must come here.
Dickens World (52 miles)
Chatham Maritime
Dickens World - is an exciting indoor attraction where you can learn all about the life, books and times of the famous author Charles Dickens. It will take you on a fun journey through Dickens lifetime as you step back into the streets, sounds and smells of the 19th century.
The Hop Farm Family Park (67 miles)
Paddock Wood
The Hop Farm Family Park - Over 30 rides and attractions... Outdoor action... Indoor fun... It's for everyone! Visit The Hop Farm for maximum fun at Kent's biggest and No 1 family attraction. Our award-winning family park is packed full of new features, rides and undercover wonders to entertain and fuel imaginations - come and enjoy one of life's biggest adventures.
Havergate Island (9 miles)
Aldeburgh
Havergate Island A haven for large numbers of ducks and wading birds, also a great place to see brown hares at close range. Access is by boat only and pre-booking is essential.
Seaquarium at Clacton Pier (15 miles)
Clacton on Sea
Seaquarium at Clacton Pier An informative, educational, fun learning opportunity to appreciate from an up close perspective some of the intriguing creatures surrounding our coastal areas.
Suffolk Owl Sanctuary (17 miles)
Stowmarket
Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - houses over 70 raptors in spacious aviaries. There are two spectacular flying displays daily and you will also find Red Squirrels, Chipmunks, the Raptor Hospital, the Barclays Sensory Garden, a woodland walk, picnic areas and, for the children, a mini-maze and adventure frame.
Colchester Zoo (22 miles)
Colchester
Colchester Zoo One of the finest zoos in Europe with over 250 species of animals set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes. A great place to go if you are looking for family days out in Essex.
Oasis Camel Centre (26 miles)
Halesworth
Oasis Camel Centre A great family day out with all the friendly animals: camels, alpacas, llamas, donkeys, goats, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs and even ferrets!
Ponyland at The Dutch Nursery (29 miles)
Colchester
Ponyland at The Dutch Nursery This pleasant child friendly enterprise offers pony rides, pony care sessions and pony themed birthday parties. For all things equine, this is your place!
Africa Alive! (35 miles)
Lowestoft
Africa Alive! Take your family on a walking safari at one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions. Explore the sights and sounds of Africa and discover, giraffes, rhinos, cheetahs, hyaenas and hundreds more African animals and birds. See The Plains of Africa an awe-inspiring recreation of the African savannah, where the animals of the plains room freely together as they would in the wild.
Banham Zoo (35 miles)
Banham
Banham Zoo - enjoy the ultimate fun filled day out at one of the most exciting wildlife attractions in the country. Banham Zoo rated amongst UK's top three Zoos by WHICH? A must go to place if you are looking for family days out in Norfolk.
Pets Corner (38 miles)
Lowestoft
Pets Corner For monkeys, meerkats and more, take the whole family down to Oulton Broad where you can feed and pet many of the animals from the terrific range on show.
Tropical Wings World of Wildlife (39 miles)
Chelmsford
Tropical Wings World of Wildlife Set in acres of attractive gardens and features one of the largest butterfly houses in the country. There are many different species of birds, insects and animals available to interact with.
Sealife Adventure (40 miles)
Southend-on-Sea
Sealife Adventure There is no greater adventure than the one that takes place beneath our planets ocean waves. From sharks to tropical fish - all under one roof at sealife. One of the many good places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Essex.
Wildwood (45 miles)
Herne Bay
Wildwood Get nose to nose with British wildlife here at Wildwood, a centre for British wildlife. We are home to those animals which used to roam our countryside – like wolves, wild boar, beaver, lynx and wild horses – as well as those found in the woods today, such as badgers, deer, otters and foxes.
Linton Zoo (46 miles)
Linton
Linton Zoo emphasis is on conservation and education, while providing enjoyable family days out in Cambridgeshire. There is a wealth of rare and exotic creatures to see including Grevy's Zebra, Snow Leopards, Tigers, Lions, Tapirs, Lemurs, Binturongs, Owls, Parrots, Giant Tortoises, Tarantula Spiders and many others.
Sea Life Centre Great Yarmouth (47 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Sea Life Centre Great Yarmouth brings you closer than you ever imagined to a breath taking world of underwater life. The Centre is home to more than 40 displays, including a 250,000 litre tropical Ocean Display where you can see our new arrivals – two green sea turtles.
Wingham Wildlife Park (48 miles)
Canterbury
Wingham Wildlife Park Butterfly house, reptile house, monkeys, parrot house, meerkats, adventure play area and picnic area, lots more.
Rare Species Conservation Centre (49 miles)
Sandwich
Rare Species Conservation Centre Ethical preservation of endangered species, with live exhibits from Autralasia, Indochina, the Middle East and Africa.
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens (49 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens has a large range of monkeys, birds, pandas, wild cats and other animals housed in the grounds of Thrigby Hall.
Howletts Wild Animal Park (49 miles)
Canterbury
Howletts Wild Animal Park - a family day out where education, conservation and fun combine in over 100 acres of ancient parkland. Howletts is home to some of the world's most rare and endangered animals, including gorillas, tigers, black rhino and the largest herd of African elephants in the UK.
Old MacDonald's Farm (52 miles)
Brentwood
Old MacDonald's Farm This year there are 5 new permanent attractions for the kids to play around on.ou upto date with exciting new features
Shepreth Wildlife Park (56 miles)
Royston
Shepreth Wildlife Park There are many different animals at Shepreth Wildlife Park just waiting to meet you. So come along and enjoy a great day out - and remember, your visit helps us to help the animals.
Paradise Wildlife Park (62 miles)
Broxbourne
Paradise Wildlife Park This friendly family wildlife park with monkeys Tigers Lions and many other exotic animals offers other attractions including Adventure Golf, Gold Panning, Woodland Railway etc. Great fun for all the family.
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens (62 miles)
Fakenham
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens - a fantastic action-packed day out where kids can get close to nature and learn new things about British wildlife. The nature reserve was the base for the popular BBC Springwatch show for three years running, and is home to a variety of common and rare birds, plus red squirrels and their four kittens.
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park (63 miles)
Hythe
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park Port Lympne: The Aspinall Wild Animal Experience, in Kent, houses over 500 rare and endangered animals across 400 acres of grounds complete with period mansion and gardens. Port Lympne is the home of the African Experience: An unforgettable guided safari adventure where wild animals roam free together as if on the plains of Africa.
Eagle Heights (64 miles)
Eynsford
Eagle Heights A small animal park based in the beautiful Darent Valley, near Brands Hatch in Kent. There are over 100 Birds of Prey to see, plus Reptile House, Meerkats, Otters, Goats, Donkey, Pony, Pigs and much more. Playarea, Gift Shop and Tearoom. Free Parking. Experience Days available.
The Raptor Foundation (64 miles)
Woodhurst
The Raptor Foundation The Raptor Foundation is a bird of prey sanctuary and hospital. It is a unique and exciting place for children and adults alike to meet and learn about owls, falcons, hawks and buzzards in a 30 acre site. There are over 300 raptors and more than 25 species, many of which are threatened or endangered.
Amazona Zoo (66 miles)
Cromer
Amazona Zoo AmazonaZOO has taken 2 years to emerge from 10 acres of derelict woodland and the abandoned brick kilns just to the south of Cromer town. We are now home to a wide range of animals from Tropical South America including Jaguar, Otters, Spider Monkeys and Flamingos.
Bishops Boats Seal Trips (69 miles)
Blakeney
Bishops Boats Seal Trips - a boat trip out to see the Seals in their natural habitat, and Landing on Blakeney Point Bird Sanctuary. One of the many family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Norfolk with kids
Sea Life London Aquarium (70 miles)
Westminster
Sea Life London Aquarium - is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the 28 Sea Life attractions in the UK and Europe. Situated in the heart of London, the experience takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey along the Great Oceanic Conveyor.
London Zoo (70 miles)
Regents Park
London Zoo launched its new Rainforest Experience 2010 and has incredible daily animal displays and many animal magical moments, including feeds and keeper talks. Visit the exhibit "Into Africa" and come eye to eye with Africa's most unusual amimals. Or "Meet the Monkeys" an exciting monkey walk-through experience and the new Butterfly Paradise.
Birds of Prey and Conservation Centre (71 miles)
Biggleswade
Birds of Prey and Conservation Centre One of the UK's Largest Bird of Prey Centres - with over 300 birds and displays throughout the day - ring for details or check their website (it isn't actually working at the moment though)
Battersea Park Children's Zoo (72 miles)
Battersea
Battersea Park Children's Zoo invites you to check on the monkeys, crawl down the tunnel to see the meerkats, talk to the parrots and mynah birds, on to the farm to say hello to the goats, donkeys, pigs, emus etc. Playground which includes climbing frames,large sandpit with water toys, swings and roundabouts etc.
Beaver Water World (74 miles)
Tatsfield
Beaver Water World - gardens and animal rescue centre, specialising in reptiles.
Butterfly World (75 miles)
St Albans
Butterfly World Fantastic array of butterflies and lovely grounds. Much to see and a good educational slant is applied.
Hollytrees Museum (19 miles)
Colchester
Hollytrees Museum Follow the story around this beautiful Georgian building taking in domestic life and childhood in Colchester over the past 300 years. Meet many different characters from the past and experience Colchester's fascinating history.
Colchester Castle Museum (19 miles)
Colchester
Colchester Castle Museum Lots of hands-on exhibits of appeal to children and adults alike. Displays on castle prisons, medieval and norman colchester - lots going on.
Natural History Museum Colchester (19 miles)
Colchester
Natural History Museum Colchester A fascinating chance to get closer to nature. Find out about wildlife habitats, biodiversity and climate change in a family friendly environment full of hands on activities.
Museum of East Anglian Life (21 miles)
Stowmarket
Museum of East Anglian Life Discover the history and natural world of East Anglia on this beautiful 75 acre site, get steamed up with the powerful engines, meet the friendly animals including Suffolk Punch Horses and rare breads of cattle and sheep, Discover 15 splendidly restored historic buildings and lots more to do.
Moyse's Hall Museum (32 miles)
Bury St Edmunds
Moyse's Hall Museum For almost a thousand years Moyse's Hall has looked out over the Market Place of Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. It has seen many changes since it was built in 1180 and provides an excellent setting in which to trace the unfolding story of West Suffolk, through displays which range from prehistoric times right through to the present.
Powell-Cotton Museum (42 miles)
Birchington
Powell-Cotton Museum The Museum now comprises eight galleries displaying many significant and world-class objects, including a huge quantity of taxidermy animals of the world in their naturalistic settings!
National Horse Racing Museum (44 miles)
Newmarket
National Horse Racing Museum The story of the people and horses involved in racing from its Royal origins to Lester Piggott, Frankie Dettori and other modern heroes. Explore the galleries with their Junior Fun Tour and enjoy dressing up in the Practical Gallery.
Inspire Discovery Centre (46 miles)
Norwich
Inspire Discovery Centre Housed in one of Norwich's finest old medieval churches, Inspire is a different kind of museum, one where children and adults can explore science through fun hands-on activities. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Norfolk with kids
Time and Tide (47 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Time and Tide Discover Great Yarmouths' fascinating history, its rich maritime and fishing heritage and some of the colourful characters who made their living from the sea. Hands on displays, games, puzzles, free audio guides and film shows.
Nelson Museum (47 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Nelson Museum Avoid the rats and beware of the cannonfire in Below Decks, a recreation of a man-of-war. Try our hammock, play ship's games, examine cannons from Nelson's time or relax in the picnic area of the Maritime Courtyard.
Yesterday's World (47 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Yesterday's World – Bringing the Past to Life...An amazing journey through history with life-size street scenes and shop displays! Our award-winning museum attraction recaptures our amazing past, and is considered to be one of the best social history collections in the UK. An amazing 125 years of British social history and memorabilia magically brought to life.
The House on the Hill Toy Museum (48 miles)
Stansted Mountfitchet
The House on the Hill Toy Museum This is the largest privately-owned toy museum in Europe with over 80,000 individual items
of mixed antiquity on display, based on the collection of one man who started in 1946 by buying a Hornby train set with his pocket money.
Canterbury Roman Museum (49 miles)
Canterbury
Canterbury Roman Museum Explore the Roman town beneath your feet. Canterbury’s underground Roman Museum is built around the remains of a Roman town house with mosaics preserved where excavated. Discover amazing finds including a hoard of hidden treasure, stroll through the marketplace and look inside recreated Roman rooms.
Canterbury Heritage with Rupert Bear (49 miles)
Canterbury
Canterbury Heritage with Rupert Bear From Roman settlement to Rupert Bear, see the history of Canterbury through fascinating objects, hands on displays and activities all set in the magnificent medieval Poor Priests' Hospital.
City of Norwich Aviation Museum (49 miles)
Norwich
City of Norwich Aviation Museum A great collection of aviation history with plenty to see both in and outdoors. For kids really into planes, remember to take a camera and sketchbook or notepad.
The RAF Air Defence Radar Museum (52 miles)
Norwich
The RAF Air Defence Radar Museum Tells the story of the development of Radar including how it was used during the
Battle of Britain, the Cold War and is now used both in the UK and on deployed Operations. A place that all the family will enjoy, informative atmospheric visitor attraction with a hands on approach to it's exhibits.
Imperial War Museum Duxford (52 miles)
Duxford
Imperial War Museum Duxford One of the world's most spectacular aviation heritage complexes with 200 aircraft, the American Air Museum and a fine collection of military vehicles plus special exhibitions including, the Normandy Experience and Monty. The Museum holds four Air Shows, a Military Vehicle Show plus other events throughout the year.
Cambridge Museum of Technology (53 miles)
Cambridge
Cambridge Museum of Technology The museum showsx the history of power through the ages - check website for details
The Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey (54 miles)
Waterbeach
The Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey Discover farming through the ages and learn about the rural history of Cambridgeshire with objects displays and interactives for all ages.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences (54 miles)
Cambridge
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences Lots of things to do for kids and a lot of it dinosaur related - mega bonus!!
The Henry Moore Foundation (54 miles)
Much Hadham
The Henry Moore Foundation A great visit for all the family to the beautiful former home of artist Henry Moore. A 70-acre estate including outdoor sculpture gardens, restored house and studios, gallery, refreshments and shop. Please book your visit. DOWTK recommend for a FULL day you undertake this attraction in conjunction with other nearby entertainment.
Whipple Museum of the History of Science (54 miles)
Cambridge
Whipple Museum of the History of Science I have been told has: 12 activity boxes for young children (our 2 and 5 year olds love them) and soon to be reinstated bright shiny new Victoral parlour PLay area
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse (54 miles)
Dereham
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse Enjoy a fascinating journey through the story of rural Norfolk. With a thrilling woodland adventure playground, a historic workhouse, traditional farm and many indoor displays, Gressenhall is the perfect setting for the perfect day out...whatever the weather...!
Ecotech Centre (55 miles)
Swaffham
Ecotech Centre Explore the organic, heritage garden and nature area or maybe just have a coffee in the licensed café. There is something for everyone to see. Admission to the Centre is free but should you feel energetic and wish to climb the Ecotricty wind turbine there is a charge and booking is advisable
Royston Museum (58 miles)
Royston
Royston Museum A significant and varied collection of exhibits, especially glass and ceramic work.
Kent Life (58 miles)
Maidstone
Kent Life Come and explore 28 acres of fun for every generation, from hands on activites for kids to age old farming traditions that bring back memories of way back when. we've got animals to cuddle, tractors to ride, play areas to go wild in and cafe's to relax in.
Hertford Museum (61 miles)
Hertford
Hertford Museum Come and explore Hertford Museum! Discover our play shop, handle fossils and see moving old toys! We also have gallery trails and discovery bags comprising of objects and activities available to use free of charge and to accompany your visit.
Museum of London Docklands (66 miles)
West India Quay
Museum of London Docklands Explore London's connections with the rest of the world through an epic 2000-year story of trade, expansion and immigration.
Planetarium at the Royal Observatory (66 miles)
Greenwich
Planetarium at the Royal Observatory Take a fantastic, immersive journey through time and space in the new state-of-the-art planetarium, now London's only planetarium and featuring Europe's first digital planetarium projector.
Museum of Childhood (67 miles)
Bethnal Green
Museum of Childhood Houses the national childhood collection which includes: dolls' houses, dolls, puppets, toys and games, children's clothes and furniture. The galleries are designed to be accessible to both adults and children of all ages. A great london family day out.
Trues Yard Museum (67 miles)
King's Lynn
Trues Yard Museum Discover King's Lynn's lost fishing community.
Step back in time as you explore the tiny cottages, where nine children once shared one bed! Smell the fish hanging in our Victorian smokehouse and take a look at the Activity fishing smack as you learn more about the lives of the fisherfolk.
The Mo Sheringham Museum (68 miles)
Sheringham
The Mo Sheringham Museum A stunning museum telling Sheringham’s fascinating history. We have a beautiful collection of boats and lifeboats. Our social history galleries include a historical street scene, an art gallery, exhibits about the history of the town, and a temporary exhibition gallery. Our tower offers 360 degree views of the town.
Design Museum (68 miles)
Tower Hill
Design Museum All family visitors to the the Design Museum get an Explore Design Museum Family Trail featuring The Thinkerer. With the help of The Thinkerer kids, and adults, can get the most from their visit to the museum.
British Schools Museum (69 miles)
Hitchin
British Schools Museum Interactive museum depicting schooling throughout the ages, complete with tour, games, and plenty of archaic studying equipment.
Worth a trip for the look on their face when you tell them you're taking them to a school on their day out!
Britain at War Experience (69 miles)
London Bridge
Britain at War Experience Get the closest possible insight into what life was really like. The Britain at War Experience recreates the London Blitz in all its fury with special effects highlighting the sights and sounds, the artifacts, and even the dust and smoke of an air raid at its height.
Museum of London (69 miles)
Barbican
Museum of London Museum of London is one of the world’s largest urban history museums and cares for over two million objects in its collection. The lower galleries are currently undergoing major redevelopment work which will see spectacular new galleries opening in spring 2010 telling the story of modern London from 1666 to the present day.
Cromwell Museum (69 miles)
Huntingdon
Cromwell Museum The purpose of the Cromwell Museum is to interpret his life and legacy through portraits, documents and objects associated with Cromwell.
London Canal Museum (69 miles)
Kings Cross
London Canal Museum London Canal Museum invites families to discover the fascinating facts and history of the city's hidden waterways. Take part in fun activity days, set sail on the Regent's canal and hear the stories of those who have lived and worked on the canals since the 1820s brought to life.
Tate Modern (69 miles)
Bankside
Tate Modern -is the most popular gallery of modern art in the world. Located on the Thames, it is a landmark site for everyone visiting London. But did you know that it is not only child friendly but encourages families and children to visit with free activities and art trails? One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
British Museum (70 miles)
Great Russell Street
British Museum Explore the world under one roof - whether you come to the British Museum for the whole day or just a couple of hours, there is always something free for families to do together. One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
London Transport Museum (70 miles)
Covent Garden
London Transport Museum There's more than ever for you and your family at London Transport Museum. See a bus so old it was pulled along the street by horses. Get behind the driver's seat of our tube train simulator, experience journeys of a bygone era.. Your only problem will be trying to fit it all in!
The Cartoon Museum (70 miles)
Russell Square
The Cartoon Museum From Dennis the Menace and Rupert to Andy Capp, Giles and Steve Bell the Cartoon Museum has something for all the family. It shows over 200 original British cartoons, cartoon strips and comics ranging from There is a regular programme of changing exhibitions. In the Young Artists£ Gallery there are tips on how to draw cartoons and anyone can have a go.
Imperial War Museum (70 miles)
London
Imperial War Museum From Flanders to the Gulf, the Imperial War Museum London tells the story of 20th century conflict, complete with smells and sound effects.
London Film Museum (70 miles)
South Bank
London Film Museum London's only museum dedicated to film. An interactive experience for all the family with props and costumes from films such as Superman, Star Wars, and Batman. Meet Rexy the dinosaur from Night At The Museum 2 as well, but don't get too close as you never know what might happen!
Horniman Museum and Gardens (70 miles)
Forest Hill
Horniman Museum and Gardens - a free museum with extensive collections of anthropology, natural history and musical instruments?! You won't find such an unusual and eclectic collection elsewhere in London. Lots of interesting changing exhibitions
The National Gallery (70 miles)
Trafalgar Square
The National Gallery Plenty of talks, workshops, and holiday fun for all ages. A great place to go - really exciting when you are a little one walking around looking at the fab old pictures - and there's trafalgar square outside - and it's free!! One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
Tate Britain (70 miles)
Millbank
Tate Britain - is the national gallery of British art, offering over 500 years of British art – all for free! Tate Britain has everything you need for a family day out – enjoy the galleries together, get exploring with free discovery trails and join in our special weekend and holiday events
Finchcocks Musical Museum (72 miles)
Goudhurst
Finchcocks Musical Museum Probably best for the less boisterous types, those who have an interest in music will be enthralled by the wonderful historic collection of instruments, and can arrange to play some by request.
Please note the limited public opening times.
Royal Air Force Museum London (72 miles)
Colindale
Royal Air Force Museum London Why not fuel their imaginations and let them navigate their way through the history of aviation from the earliest balloon flights to today’s Eurofighter Typhoon Jet? This world-class collection of over 100 aircraft and aviation memorabilia offers a fun, educational day out for all the family.
Saatchi Gallery (72 miles)
Chelsea
Saatchi Gallery - is specifically geared towards introducing a younger audience of art students and enthusiasts to contemporary art. The facilities - at the Gallery and in the Gallery classroom for schools - endeavor to ensure that teachers and parents receive the best on-site and outreach support possible for children.
Victoria and Albert Museum (72 miles)
Kensington
Victoria and Albert Museum - has lots of exciting events and activities for families every holiday and many weekends. Activities are free and most do not need to be booked, which means you can stay for as long or as short a time as you like. One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
The National Army Museum (72 miles)
Chelsea
The National Army Museum Discover how Britain’s past has helped to shape our present and our future, and the impact our Army has had on the story of Britain, Europe and the world. With four gallery displays, a changing range of exhibitions, events and activities, plus the interactive Kids Zone.
Science Museum (72 miles)
London
Science Museum Where can you entertain adults and children alike with exhibitions, events and films, all under one roof? At the Science Museum you can do all this and more! Catch a 3D movie, jump on a simulator, visit an exhibition, and encounter the past, present and future of technology in 7 floors of galleries! One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
The Natural History Museum (72 miles)
Kensington
The Natural History Museum - promotes the discovery, understanding, enjoyment and responsible use of the natural world. Explore our world-class collections, fantastic exhibitions and cutting-edge research online, or visit our landmark building. One of the Top 10 London Tourist Attractions
Museum of St Albans (73 miles)
St Albans
Museum of St Albans Tells the story of St Albans from the departure of the Romans to the present day, with many fun special exhibits and a wildlife garden with children's trail.
Verulamium Museum (74 miles)
St Albans
Verulamium Museum recreated Roman rooms - hands-on Discovery Areas - video presentations - touch screen databases - some of the finest Roman mosaics and wall plasters outside the Mediterranean
Deben Swimming Pool (8 miles)
Woodbridge
Deben Swimming Pool Deben Pool offers a 25 metre swimming pool with various sessions, including a Family Fun Session every Saturday 11am -12 noon, with a large inflatable and rafts in the water, which is Fun for all the Family! We also offer fresh fruit to promote a healthy lifestyle!!!
Crown Pools (10 miles)
Ipswich
Crown Pools The leisure pool is the ideal facility for the family and children with a beach area, wave machine and water fountains, which are all set amongst tropical planting. Open for casual use throughout the facilities operational hours you are guaranteed a relaxing fun time.
Brightlingsea Open Air Pool (17 miles)
Colchester
Brightlingsea Open Air Pool Two pools, one a 15m paddling pool, and the second a 50m main pool.
Colchester Leisure World (19 miles)
Colchester
Colchester Leisure World - has a great leisure pool which boasts 176,000 gallons of water-based fun with 16 features including two 13-metre flumes, river rapids crazy river, waves, geysers, slides and spa pools
Woodup Pool (26 miles)
Maldon
Woodup Pool A very basic salt water bathing pool with an area of sand at one end. Open May to September. It should be noted they do not have lifeguards. Currently undergoing changes, call before going.
Bramston Sports Centre (32 miles)
Witham
Bramston Sports Centre Main and teaching pools, fun and diving pool with flume, and plenty of varied sporting opportunities.
Blackwater Leisure Centre (32 miles)
Maldon
Blackwater Leisure Centre - boasts a superb leisure pool, incorporating the challenging Jungle River ride, a fun flume ride, lazy river ride, a safe swimming area for children and novelty bubble pool. We also have a separate Baby Pool for our youngest visitors, plus a 4 lane, 25 meter pool for all fitness and fun swimming.
Braintree Swimming Centre (33 miles)
Braintree
Braintree Swimming Centre Facility includes a great family fun orientated pool, with slide and interactive equipment. Children must be under 8 years to use this pool and acompanied by a parent or an adult.
Worcester Swimming Pool (34 miles)
Worcester
Worcester Swimming Pool Swimming facilities with diving and fun pools. Diving area has 1 and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.
Beccles Outdoor Swimming Pool (35 miles)
Beccles
Beccles Outdoor Swimming Pool - a traditional, outdoor heated swimming pool situated by the river Waveney. There is a large 33m x 16m swimming pool with a deep end of 12ft! There is an adjacent toddler pool and baby pool, with an extensive grass area ideal for sunbathing. The pool is open from late May to early September.
Waterworld & Breckland Leisure Centre (40 miles)
Thetford
Waterworld & Breckland Leisure Centre A fun leisure pool with waves - Rapids - A water cannon - A flume - A spa pool - Main swimming pool
Sheerness Swimming Pool (44 miles)
Sheerness
Sheerness Swimming Pool Kids' inflatable fun session at the Sheerness swimming pool every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm till 3pm. Great fun for the whole family.
Marina Leisure Centre (47 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Marina Leisure Centre Facilities include a large swimming pool with wave machine, water chute and indoor beach. MC’s diner is open all year serving all sorts of food. Mikkis’s Madhouse indoor play area is open weekends through the winter and everyday in the summer. The Piazza has monthly Wrestling events and a Summer Pantomime running through out the summer season.
Kingsmead Lesiure Centre (49 miles)
Canterbury
Kingsmead Lesiure Centre Kingsmead Lesiure Centre offers 1m, 3m and 5m diving boards to the public. The centre also boasts a cr¨che facility, multi-purpose sports hall, solarium and a caf¨.
Faversham Swimming Pool (49 miles)
Faversham
Faversham Swimming Pool All-year-round swimming with the added summer-time bonus of three fantastic outdoor pools; 33 metre pool with diving boards (1m and 3m springboard and a 5 m platform), a paddling pool and a wild water rapids pool which are all available from May to September.
Swallows Leisure Centre (51 miles)
Sittingbourne
Swallows Leisure Centre We are a leisure centre with a swimming pool with features including flume, waves, pirate ship and giant inflatable slide. We have gym, 6 court sports hall for activities such as badminton, football and basketball. We also have a brand new adventure world soft play area.
Strand Leisure Pool (52 miles)
Gillingham
Strand Leisure Pool Open late May to early September, this nice outdoor pool boasts England's largest lazy river, as well as having crazy golf and a miniature railway! One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Kent
Cherry Hinton Water Play Area (52 miles)
Cambridge
Cherry Hinton Water Play Area two paddling pool with a connecting bridge with an attached play area max depth 0.4 metres - open may to semptember
Splashes Leisure Centre (52 miles)
Gillingham
Splashes Leisure Centre Splashes Leisure Pool offers an indoor pool with wave machine, a flume and toddlers' pool. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Kent
Medway Park (52 miles)
Gillingham
Medway Park 25-metre six-lane swimming pool - a segregated shallow section - a warm water teaching pool - a diving pool plus multi-use sports hall
Parkside Pools (54 miles)
Cambridge
Parkside Pools Swimming Pool - 25m fitness pool and combined teaching and diving pool with moveable floor - plus Leisure Pool - with 2 flumes
Jesus Green Pool (55 miles)
Cambridge
Jesus Green Pool Unheated outdoor swim facility with natural windbreak.
Hornchurch Sports Centre (56 miles)
Hornchurch
Hornchurch Sports Centre 1, 3 and 5 metre diving boards. The site also offers fun swims, swimming lessons, diving and other exciting activities in its two pools, as well as other sporting opportunities.
Belhus Park Leisure Centre (57 miles)
South Ockendon
Belhus Park Leisure Centre There is a 25m swimming pool with water slide, as well as a teaching pool to cater for the extensive Aquatics swimming lesson programme. Also a sports hall, aerobics, mini gymnastics, sunbed, childminding facility and 11 bay floodlit golf driving range.
Dagenham Swimming Pool (58 miles)
Dagenham
Dagenham Swimming Pool Swimming facility with 1m springboard.
Victory Swim and Fitness Centre (59 miles)
North Walsham
Victory Swim and Fitness Centre Victory has some great family fun sessions in it's pool on Saturday's and Sundays. Great if you are looking for daysout with the kids.
The Priory Lido (59 miles)
Ware
The Priory Lido Heated outdoor main and teaching pools, with tennis and basketball courts adjacent. Now Open from 4th July to Sunday 5th September.
Fulwell Cross Swimming Pool (59 miles)
Ilford
Fulwell Cross Swimming Pool 1m and 3m springboards and 5m platform (limited public access, see Opening Times). Swimming pool and other facilities. Handily near a library for some quiet time afterwards.
Maidstone Leisure Centre (59 miles)
Maidstone
Maidstone Leisure Centre One of the best indoor attractions in Kent. With diving boards, flumes, wave machine, giant inflatable, polar adventure play area and a great cafe, we have all you need for a great family day out.
Larkfield Leisure Centre (60 miles)
Aylesford
Larkfield Leisure Centre Whatever you want to do in life, Larkfield Leisure Centre can help you get a Zest for Life! From our great fun swimming pools, soft play adventure or something a little more sporty you’re bound to find something to suit you and your lifestyle.
Fairfield Pool and Leisure Complex (60 miles)
Dartford
Fairfield Pool and Leisure Complex Swimming pool with diving pit (1m and 3m springboards), teaching pool, creche and indoor play area.
Belvedere Splash Park (61 miles)
Belvedere
Belvedere Splash Park Belvedere Splash Park is the largest free access public wet play park in the United Kingdom. Children can paddle in a lagoon surrounding a desert island and play on a huge safety surfaced "beach" equipped with water sprinklers, showers, bubble jets and sprays.
Hartham Pool and Gym (61 miles)
Hertford
Hartham Pool and Gym Offers a large range of activities, including: Learner pool; children's fun sessions; Aqua Aerobics; range of swimming lessons for children and adults; over 50's swim; special needs sessions; pre/post natal exercise classes; and school holiday activities.
Waltham Forest Pool and Track (63 miles)
Walthamstow
Waltham Forest Pool and Track Main pool, teaching pool, and diving pool with 1m and 3m springboards and 5m platform. Learning creche and indoor play area also on site.
White Oak Leisure Centre (63 miles)
Swanley
White Oak Leisure Centre Diving facilities, 3 genuinely exciting flumes, and the standard main and teaching pools. But so much more: Treasure Island soft play area, creche, martial arts facility and healthy snack cafe.
Leyton Leisure Lagoon (64 miles)
East London
Leyton Leisure Lagoon Teaching and standard pools, as well as a big fun flume. Also houses a creche.
Wet n Wild at Waterfront Leisure Centre (64 miles)
Woolwich
Wet n Wild at Waterfront Leisure Centre Looks like a great place for family days out in london with a 65m snake slide, wave machine, waterfall, volcano, water jets and five lane waterslide.
Newham Leisure Centre (64 miles)
Plaistow
Newham Leisure Centre Swimming pools with waterfalls, large water slide, water jets and cave area
North Herts Leisure Centre (65 miles)
Letchworth
North Herts Leisure Centre has a Tropical Wave Pool perfectly designed to relax and unwind in. Slide on down our wacky Water Flume or enter the super Tropical Pool, which boasts a fun Wave Machine. There is also a children's Swan Slide and 'Froggy Fountain' Water Squirter.
Letchworth Outdoor Pool (66 miles)
Letchworth
Letchworth Outdoor Pool Open May to September, this is a pleasant outdoor heated swim facility with toddler splash pool and fun floats.
London Fields Lido (67 miles)
Hackney
London Fields Lido This fantastic outdoor heated lido was re-opened in October 2006
Splash Sheringham (68 miles)
Sheringham
Splash Sheringham Tropical Leisure pool. 150 ft giant waterslide. Activity hall. Health studio. Saunas. Children's paddling area. Sun terrace & poolside cafe. Great idea of you are looking for family days out in Norfolk, especially when there is bad weather.
Park Road Leisure Centre (68 miles)
Hornsey
Park Road Leisure Centre Main pool, small pool and outdoor lido - apparently has giant glide, waves and water features.
Hatfield Swim Centre (68 miles)
Hatfield
Hatfield Swim Centre The uniquely designed 33m pool allows a full length to to be swum in either shallow or deep water. The separate Learner Pool and D Pool offer the opportunity to build water confidence in younger children or individuals with their parents in a safe and fun environment.
Tenterden Leisure Centre (68 miles)
Tenterden
Tenterden Leisure Centre For fantastic family fun days out visit Tenterden Leisure Centre with giant flume, waves, giant inflatable, floats, toys and a themed pirate beach are with jets, sprays, rapids and ship wrecked pirate ship.
Pavilion Leisure Centre (69 miles)
Bromley
Pavilion Leisure Centre Swimming pool with waterfall, wave machine, slides and beach area. Great idea for kids day out in Kent.
Archway Leisure Centre (69 miles)
London Colney
Archway Leisure Centre Free form leisure pool with a sloping beach. The water is kept at a tropical 30 degrees. There is a flume, two spa pools, a river run, water jets and a wave machine.
Hitchin Swimming Centre (69 miles)
Hitchin
Hitchin Swimming Centre Heated indoor and outdoor pools, with both types of toddler pool too and Poolside Baby Seats! (Open between 29th May - 12th September) - one of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do with children in Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire Sports Village (69 miles)
Hatfield
Hertfordshire Sports Village Hertfordshire Sports Village - tons of sports including swimming programs - check weblink for more details
Finchley Lido (69 miles)
Finchley
Finchley Lido - has a separate swimming pool and a wave machine that's switched on at regular intervals. There is an outdoor Lido pool which is worth a visit when the mercury rises
Parliament Hill Lido (69 miles)
Hampstead
Parliament Hill Lido Open-air unheated swimming pool and paddling pool. The pool is 60 metres by 28 metres. Cafe open during summer season.
Oasis Swimming Pools (70 miles)
Holborn
Oasis Swimming Pools - is a leisure centre with 2 heated swimming pools (indoor and outdoor)
Tonbridge Swimming Pool (70 miles)
Tonbridge
Tonbridge Swimming Pool Whether swimming for fun or fitness, Tonbridge Swimming Pool offers a host of opportunities for all the family. The Games Hut, just 5 minutes walk away has an 18 hole Crazy Golf Course, bouncy castle, tennis, bowls and huge park complete with a sandpit.
West Wickham Leisure Centre (71 miles)
West Wickham
West Wickham Leisure Centre As well as offering adult and junior swimming lessons and adult lane swimming West Wickham also has a varied swimming programme including aquafit, Kids Splash and Swim Zone. There are also diving facilities with a 1m springboard
Brockwell Lido (71 miles)
Lambeth
Brockwell Lido - nestled in the corner of Brockwell Park, is a much-loved local landmark. It's been at the heart of the local community since 1937. Established outdoor swimming facility open May to August.
Barnet Copthall Leisure Centre (71 miles)
Hendon
Barnet Copthall Leisure Centre Diving pool offers 3m and 1m springboards, and also 5m and 1m platforms as well as the standard pool. Great disabled access and facilities.
Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre (73 miles)
Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre - aside from the swimming and diving, facilities include four indoor tennis courts, three pools, three glass-backed squash courts, two sports halls, and a cafe. There is also a creche and nursery.
Harpers at Westminster Lodge (73 miles)
St Albans
Harpers at Westminster Lodge The 33 metre pool boasts diving boards, flumes and inflatables with an additional teaching pool. The centre also features outdoor crazy golf, tennis courts and athletics facilities.
The Alton Towers Waterpark (74 miles)
Alton
The Alton Towers Waterpark Boasting hundreds of fantastic interactive water features, from lazy rivers and crazy cannons to the sensational speed of the Master Blaster water rollercoaster, this Caribbean lagoon offers gallons of excitement for kids of all ages, and is open all year round.
Funtasia (1 miles)
Felixstowe
Funtasia kids indoor play centre housed with felixstowe leisure centre - ring for more information
Little Monsters (3 miles)
Harwich
Little Monsters Standard soft-play fare, toddler area, ball pit, slides and colourful toys etc.. Cafe on site, parties offered.
Play2Day Indoor Play Centre (7 miles)
Ipswich
Play2Day Indoor Play Centre - is the area's children's indoor play centre with plenty of play for the most energetic children, seating for supervisors plus a well stocked cafe. You can play, party, eat and relax. You can also combine your stay with an exciting game at Lazer2day
Snakes and Ladders Ipswich (9 miles)
Ipswich
Snakes and Ladders Ipswich Snakes and Ladders is a huge indoor playground filled to the brim with climbing frames, ball ponds, cargo nets and slides. Plus there's our Mini Play Street and toddlers seperate safe play area. Kids can really let off steam while parents relax on comfortable leather sofas in our café.
Wacky Warehouse Punch and Judy (10 miles)
Ipswich
Wacky Warehouse Punch and Judy The usual good quality Wacky Warehouseplay structure attached to the Punch & Judy pub - ring for details - great for wet days when you copuld do with an hour and the kids need a good runaround.
Play Rascals (13 miles)
Clacton On Sea
Play Rascals Indoor adventure play with a dedicated section for the under 3's, including ball pool, raised tunnel and slide and an array of toys. For the older children a fascinating labyrinth of nets, climbing walls and slides. Also outdoor play in summer.
Go Bananas Indoor Soft Play Centre (19 miles)
Colchester
Go Bananas Indoor Soft Play Centre This is the ultimate in climbing frames with over 5000 sq ft on three levels. Children will be entertained for hours as they bounce on the Aztec Ruins; scream in the spook rooms with strobes, smoke machines and skeleton squeeze rollers.
Childsplay Adventureland (19 miles)
Colchester
Childsplay Adventureland For the older children there are three ball ponds with slides, a large spooky area fitted with special effects, aerial glide, spiders webs, giant rapids and a cascading ball foundation for them to explore.
Playworld - Ocean Adventure (21 miles)
Stowmarket
Playworld - Ocean Adventure There are ball ponds, slides, a large inflatable play area (May to September), an aerial glide, slides, a spooky room, scramble nets and a toddlers' area.
Jungle Adventure (22 miles)
Colchester
Jungle Adventure Huge jungle themed indoor adventure play offering terrific features like aerial glides, ball pools it rains in, cannons, trampolines, assault course and more. In the toddler sensory zone everything apparently comes to life, including a talking tree!
Gymboree (22 miles)
Colchester
Gymboree Gymboree Play & Music offers interactive classes for babies and children from newborn to under 5. Our classes feature sensory stimulation, exploration and learning through play, music and movement.
Monsters Ltd Indoor Play Centre (29 miles)
Diss
Monsters Ltd Indoor Play Centre A secure environment where your "little monsters and angels" can play in safety. Cram packed with adventure and suprises, food and drink for all.
Moo Play Farm (30 miles)
Brampton
Moo Play Farm Moo Play Farm - Play Barn has Softplay for toddlers and the BIG MOO playframe with SUPER SLIDES for children up to 12 years old. We also offer a PARTY ROOM for Discos and Karaoke. With underfloor heating throughout, you are guaranteed to stay warm whatever the weather
Monkey Puzzle at Madison Heights (32 miles)
Maldon
Monkey Puzzle at Madison Heights It’s great place to take the whole family whatever the weather! There is an amazing giant play frame that is over 6 meters high with a series of exciting climbing structures and educational toys and packed with slides, fun areas to explore and loads more!
Wam Bam Boomerang (32 miles)
Burnham On Crouch
Wam Bam Boomerang Indoor play and party centre, offering dedicated toddler area and much excitement and craziness for the bigger ones.
Kids Play (33 miles)
Bury St Edmunds
Kids Play Smile – it's Kid's Play! Every corner of Kids Play in Bury St Edmunds is bursting with fun! With numerous fun indoor activities, you are sure to find something the whole family will enjoy. Kids can brave the speedy drop slide, shoot the fun ball cannons and scramble through tunnels on the giant playframe… why not bounce on trampolines, dive into the ball pond or spin on the tyre swings?
Crazy Kids Adventure Play (33 miles)
Braintree
Crazy Kids Adventure Play An exciting wonderland of fantasy and adventure play awaits! A massive, air conditioned, modern warehouse fitted out for high adventure and excitement in a controlled and monitored environment. This is children's playtime entertainment at it's very best and safest.
CurveMotion (34 miles)
Bury St Edmunds
CurveMotion The indoor venue will contain facilities for all age groups including roller disco, interactive play areas, skate ramps, mega slides and party areas
Adventure Island Playpark (37 miles)
Lowestoft
Adventure Island Playpark Large Pirate Ship indoor adventure soft play park on multi-levels.
Creepy Crawlies Play Centre (37 miles)
Chelmsford
Creepy Crawlies Play Centre We are a fun and exciting place for children to come and use up all their energy. We have a suitable softplay area for toddlers all on one level. Another softplay section on two levels for toddlers and youngters. Also a baby section with mats, baby gyms and toys.
Cheeky Chimps Funhouse (38 miles)
Haverhill
Cheeky Chimps Funhouse Wildlife themed soft adventure play with age appropriate sections including a baby room.
Also has private room for nursing mothers.
Cheeky Monkeez (38 miles)
South Woodham Ferrers
Cheeky Monkeez Play centre for children aged 0-5 years separate baby area for non- walkers. Strong emphasis on imaginative play. Cafe area for 40.
Kids Kingdom Indoor Soft Play Centre (38 miles)
Southend On Sea
Kids Kingdom Indoor Soft Play Centre Kids Kingdom has approximately 8,000 square feet of play including a 14 foot vertical drop slide and our own 14 foot JELLY MOUNTAIN as well as obstacle course climbs and run.
Monkey Bizzness (38 miles)
Hockley
Monkey Bizzness Traverse climbing wall, 4 Lane waterfall Astra slide, Canon soft ball shootout guns, 5-a-side football and basketball court, separate under-5's area with mini cars, ball juggler, educational key panels etc
Kidzone Haverhill (39 miles)
Haverhill
Kidzone Haverhill Multi-level climbing and adventure area with lots of different areas to play in in this great indoor play centre in Suffolk.
Fun 2 Play (40 miles)
Thetford
Fun 2 Play Large 3 level play structure with 4 lane astra slide, spiral slide, tube slide, ball pool, spook room plus many more fun features suitable for older children.
Walley World Indoor Adventure Playground (40 miles)
Margate
Walley World Indoor Adventure Playground Childrens indoor activity centre with staff supervised play. Cafe also on site.
The Megazone - 5-10 Years.
The Minizone - Under 5 Years.
Ollies Childrens Indoor Play Centre (41 miles)
Margate
Ollies Childrens Indoor Play Centre Four level indoor play area for 12s and under, also offers creche. As housed in a leisure centre, plenty of sporting opportunities exist including swimming.
Playbarn (41 miles)
Poringland
Playbarn The Playbarn - a fun packed indoor and outdoor centre especially designed for children aged 7 or under.
Coco Nuts Play Ltd (41 miles)
Dunmow
Coco Nuts Play Ltd Multi tiered frame indoor play facility with dedicated toddler areas and varying bonus features! Outside play area with bouncy castle open May to September. Parties hosted in animal themed rooms.
Rayleigh Megazone (41 miles)
Rayleigh
Rayleigh Megazone A unique, multi age family laser game, staff controlled and easy to follow.
Jungle Jims (42 miles)
Birchington
Jungle Jims An enormous family entertainment centre with falconry, crafts, kiddie karts and both indoor and outdoor play areas full of thrilling and colourful equipment. A full day!
Herne Bay Hippodrome (43 miles)
Herne Bay
Herne Bay Hippodrome The play area is suitable for a range of age groups with designated areas for the under 2’s, under 5’s and over 5’s, together with a party room and a private party play area.
Jumppin Jacks Funhouse (44 miles)
Mildenhall
Jumppin Jacks Funhouse A fantastic three tier purpose built indoor adventure play centre and party venue for children aged 0-10 years of age. Dedicated toddler section.
Adventure Submarine (44 miles)
Ramsgate
Adventure Submarine Two tier adventure play with ball pit, slide, etc.. Also offer a timetable of weekly activities like bounce and rhyme and story-time.
Partyman World Of Play (44 miles)
Basildon
Partyman World Of Play Basildon's BIGGEST indoor play centre! With the UK's ONLY indoor climb-able volcano! With a fully licensed bar and restaurant, two huge themed play structures, soft play, go karts, a football pitch, toddlers area, sensory zone, free internet access and comfy seating.
Snappys Adventure Play (45 miles)
Whitstable
Snappys Adventure Play Dinosaur themed large indoor Adventure Centre.
Brewers Fayre Broadland View (46 miles)
Norwich
Brewers Fayre Broadland View Wacky Warehouse style "Fun Factory" indoor play centre attached to this large pub. Multi-levelled play centre which the kids running themselves ragged on. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Norfolk with kids
Tumble Downs (46 miles)
Saffron Walden
Tumble Downs Children and adults will love this new centre - there is lots to keep the children amused whilst the parents relax in the Tumble Downs cafe area with comfortable sofas. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do with children in Essex
Monkey Business (46 miles)
Great Yarmouth
Monkey Business A premium children's indoor activity centre, combining fantastic play facilities with an excellent healthy eating cafe. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Great Yarmouth with kids
Tumbletown Children's Indoor Play Centre (46 miles)
Basildon
Tumbletown Children's Indoor Play Centre - is a children's indoor soft play centre for babies to big kids.
Small Monsters (48 miles)
Stanford-le-Hope
Small Monsters is an indoor adventure play area for the under five's and their parents.
Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn (50 miles)
Fulbourn
Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn Come and have fun at Cheeky Monkeys Playbarn - where you can whiz down slides, climb across rope bridges, squeeze through the rollers, wriggle through the chimney stack or relax in the ball pit! Outdoors you can drive the play combine and tractors, explore the house or dig in the sandpit, jump on the sputnik or cuddle the pets.
Play Space (50 miles)
Bishops Stortford
Play Space The huge range of colourful play equipment in this spacious facility is separated into several sections for age suitability: under 2s, under 4s and over 4s. So there's less fear of anyone getting squashed!
Merry Go Round (50 miles)
Sittingbourne
Merry Go Round Children's adventure play centre, conveniently based on the Eurolink Estate close to the centre of Sittingbourne. Our aim is to provide children with a safe play area. We also have a specified area for the under 5s.
Kids-Kingdom (51 miles)
Canterbury
Kids-Kingdom Offers a castle themed play area with apparatus designed for children aged 4 to 10 years, as well as apparatus designed for children aged up to 4. Also has nursery and cafe.
Adventure Island Play Barn (51 miles)
Sawbridgeworth
Adventure Island Play Barn - indoor children's play centre incorporating a toddler area for the under 5's, soft play, slides, an aerial runway and ball ponds plus other exciting children's play modules.
Planet Zoom (52 miles)
East Dereham
Planet Zoom The Planet Zoom play centre offers the youngsters the chance to run amok in complete safety and security.
MB's Funhouse (53 miles)
Hemsby
MB's Funhouse Fantastic indoor play area which appeals to both children and their carers! We have a lovely comfy seating area for the Grownups, a full licensed bar, a great menu that is freshly cooked to order, large screen tv, and we are totally FREE to get in!
Monkey Bizz (53 miles)
Rochester
Monkey Bizz Lose yourself in the jungle of rope swings, slides and mazes. Hide in the spooky caves, 'swim' through the jungle 'lake' and escape over the rope bridge. Good idea if you're after fun family days out in kent with kids.
Funky Fun House (53 miles)
Cambridge
Funky Fun House - lots of fantastic facilities including big slides, a tubular helter skelter, some air cannons which fire foam balls, and lots of challenging climbing surfaces.
Wild n Wacky (54 miles)
Harlow
Wild n Wacky A state of the art, jungle-themed indoor play & party centre for 0 to 12 year olds offering play, parties, private hire and freshly prepared food and beverages. Facilities include: state of the art three-tier play frame, 160 seater air conditioned cafe, free wifi internet access, leather sofas and free customer parking.
Planet Zoom (54 miles)
Ely
Planet Zoom Planet Zoom play centre offers the youngsters the chance to run amok in complete safety and security.
Fun Drum (55 miles)
Gillingham
Fun Drum Large indoor play centre with Tarzan swings, slides and a ball pool.
Junglee Fun Hornchurch (55 miles)
Hornchurch
Junglee Fun Hornchurch Designed for the under 7s and run by a former Ofsted inspector, this colourful fully equipped purpose built soft play area is a great place for children to interact and burn off their excess energy.
Partyman World of Play (56 miles)
Grays
Partyman World of Play Join in the fun with a fantastic three level soft play structure, a majestic sports arena, super swirling slides, shooting ball cannons, drop slides and stupendous stage shows.
Kidspace Romford (56 miles)
Romford
Kidspace Romford - is a magical, award-winning indoor adventure park. There's something for everyone, including adults! Kidspace is different. And proud of it. We have taken the very best elements of activities from the top leisure park operators in Europe and developed a new breed of centre.
Creepy Crawlies Play Centre (58 miles)
Royston
Creepy Crawlies Play Centre Children's Indoor Soft Play Centre based in Royston Leisure Centre
Stompers Play Centre (59 miles)
North Walsham
Stompers Play Centre Come play at Stompers, North Walsham's exciting indoor play centre for children. There are three separate play zones providing a safe and stimulating environment for babies, toddlers and children up to the age of 12 years. Whatever the weather we are open for lots of fun and great food.
Whale of a Time (59 miles)
Cambridge
Whale of a Time Cambridge's newest childrens indoor softplay centre with two separate state of the art challenging and stimulating playframes, along with two dedicated party areas decorated with all the kids favourite cbeebies characters. All supported by an upmarket cafe serving high quality hot and cold food and drinks.
Sobell Leisure Centre (59 miles)
Highbury and Islington
Sobell Leisure Centre A soft indoor adventure playground for toddlers up to 1.45m tall (4foot 7inches) - three floors and thousands of square feet of excitement - Dedicated under 1m area - available to hire for childrens parties
Tiny Town (60 miles)
Aylesford
Tiny Town Tiny Town' represents a new concept in Children's soft play areas with state of the art 3G astro-turf football pitches, changing room and bespoke party log cabins. The 20,000 sq ft 'Town' is made up of a number of soft play zones which are both educational and entertaining.
Adventure Kidz (60 miles)
Aylesford
Adventure Kidz Indoor Adventure Centre with high ropes AND indoor quad bikes! They also have brand new soft play with multiple slides, including a 6 metre drop slide, football and basketball area, a toddlers’ zone, five party rooms and so much more!
Wear M Out Indoor Playcentre (60 miles)
Maidstone
Wear M Out Indoor Playcentre - a huge area with ball pools, slides and climbing platforms at different heights as well as spaces with football and netball goals.
Kidz Planet (61 miles)
Folkstone
Kidz Planet Different areas for age suitability, with a multitude of fun colourful features, toys and equipment. Cafe also on site.
Elephant Playbarn (61 miles)
Mundesley
Elephant Playbarn The Elephant Playbarn is a beautifully converted Norfolk flint barn full of all the soft play toys that children love; ball pools, bouncy castles and climbing frames, especially designed for children to slip, slide, bounce and generally have a lot of fun.
Imagine Play Centre (62 miles)
Ashford
Imagine Play Centre Experience Kent's biggest children's indoor play centre. Huge play structures, triple storey wave slide, trampolines, large padded football area, baby/toddler areas and Imagine Village with little cars. Hot and cold food served all day. Themed parties and seasonal events.
Cheeky Monkeys Jungle Adventure (62 miles)
Cheshunt
Cheeky Monkeys Jungle Adventure Indoor soft play area offering a warm welcome, delicious refreshments and a great place for kids to have fun. We also have a wonderful outdoor garden area with bouncy castle and slide. So come and join the adventure!
Megafun Play Centre (63 miles)
Fakenham
Megafun Play Centre Slides and tubes and play centre play structure
Tumble In The Jungle (63 miles)
Walthamstow
Tumble In The Jungle A Jungle adventure for children big and small, allow them to let off steam, make new friends and explore our exiting Jungle themed soft play area.
Crazy Barn Indoor Soft Play Centre (63 miles)
Sidcup
Crazy Barn Indoor Soft Play Centre 3 sections according to age groups,Baby,Toddler & Junior Zones - Ball Pond,Soft Play areas,Multiple level Play Frame,Helter Skelter (part see through) a large 4 lane Slide,Punch Bags etc. - available for children's party hire
Treasure Island Soft Play (63 miles)
Swanley
Treasure Island Soft Play Soft play for the smaller household members in White Oaks Leisure Centre, which has loads to do - check weblink for details
Crystal Lakes Play Barn (64 miles)
Fenstanton
Crystal Lakes Play Barn Has it all for kids from 11 months to 10 years. Non-stop fun in the spectacular Farm themed inside and the action packed Outback themed ouside.
Kidzbiz Indoor Playcentre (66 miles)
Palmers Green
Kidzbiz Indoor Playcentre 3 level multi activity frame with slides, aerial runways, rope climbs, ball pond- for toddlers: bouncy castle, ball pond, climbing areas and toy cars.
Happy Hoppers Indoor Soft Play Area (67 miles)
Paddock Wood
Happy Hoppers Indoor Soft Play Area A whole host of fabulous play equipment to get children’s hearts pumping and their imaginations racing.Perfect for under 11’s. Children can scream with delight as they fly down the tube slide, navigate the rope walkways or push their way through the hanging obstacles.
Jungle Mania Play Centre (67 miles)
Welwyn Garden City
Jungle Mania Play Centre A fab indoor play structure with three feature-packed levels and a separate toddlers area, containing a whole host of enjoyable and educational activities. Jungle Mania has over 65 play features
Cafe Kidz (68 miles)
Biggleswade
Cafe Kidz We are a children's indoor soft play area, catering for 0 – 7 year olds. We offer an hour's play while mums, dads, grandparents, or childminders can watch their little ones in the comfort of our coffee shop and enjoy a freshly ground coffee and a luxury cake or muffin!
Birchwood Indoor Play Area (68 miles)
Hatfield
Birchwood Indoor Play Area A Softplay Centre on three levels for Toddlers and Children to enjoy.
A variety of slides, tunnels and ladders to keep them entertained for hours.
Hatfield Kids Funzone (68 miles)
Hatfield
Hatfield Kids Funzone Hatfield Kids Funzone, is a large indoor muti-level soft play centre
Little Dinosaurs (68 miles)
Alexandra Park
Little Dinosaurs Indoor and outdoor play areas for year round gentle family fun in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere.
Playaway Indoor Soft Play Centre (68 miles)
Crouch End
Playaway Indoor Soft Play Centre Playaway has apparently closed down - let me know if you know differently
Space 2 Play (68 miles)
Hitchin
Space 2 Play Large indoor soft play centre in huge 10,000 sq feet building. Secure gated entry, CCTV, separate toddler and baby areas with go Karts and one of the first indoor zip wires in the country. Food freshly prepared on the premises and they even do Sunday roasts!
Little Rascals Indoor Play Party Centre (68 miles)
Hitchin
Little Rascals Indoor Play Party Centre Indoor Soft Play Centre with Multi-Zone Play Frame, Baby and Toddler area. Ball Pools, Wendy House, Slide and Lots of Toys. Term Time Activities, Birthday Parties, Disco's and of course Coffee, Lunch, Snacks and Dinners too! Perfect for Mums, Dads, Grandparents, Childminders and Groups.
Playzone at the Furzefield Centre (68 miles)
Potters Bar
Playzone at the Furzefield Centre Monster themed play area with many great and classic features for the under eights, attached to a leisure centre and visible from the pool. Has separate toddler section, suitably equipped.
Clown Town Indoor Playcentre (68 miles)
Finchley
Clown Town Indoor Playcentre 3 level multi activity frame with slides, aerial runways, rope climbs, ball pond- for toddlers: bouncy castle, ball pond, climbing areas and toy cars.
Adventure Kingdom (69 miles)
Bromley
Adventure Kingdom Adventure Kingdom is one of the biggest indoor play facilities in South London filled with ball ponds, slides, an air mountain and much more. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do with kids in Kent
Funzone (69 miles)
Huntingdon
Funzone Set within One Leisure Huntingdon this is a multi tiered adventure soft play frame with great classic fun features. Nice to finish them off as a treat after swimming or sports in the centre.
Play 2 Day (70 miles)
Wisbech
Play 2 Day Children's play and activity centre for 0 to 11 year olds, with dedicated baby and toddler area. Also home to the 'Walk of Death' and the biggest drop slide in Cambridgeshire!
Wear M Out Play Centre (70 miles)
Tonbridge
Wear M Out Play Centre Wear 'M' Out offer kids the chance to have fun in a safe environment, whilst parents can enjoy a cup of coffee and a chat.
Eat n Play (71 miles)
St Neots
Eat n Play Part of Eat 'n' Bowl bowling alley, they have slides, rides, mammoth balls and a separate baby area.
Brewsters Fun Factory (71 miles)
St Neots
Brewsters Fun Factory Brewsters Fun Factory has a Fun Factory, which is a great multi-level kids play area. Can also be booked out of childrens parties where staff can do face painting and loads of other entertainment. Lots of different food for kids.
Playland (71 miles)
Wells-next-the-Sea
Playland Playland - a great indoor play centre this - great curly slide into ball pit and the 4 foam ball canons are a particular hit with my kids - lots to climb, bash and run around in!
Adventure World (71 miles)
London Colney
Adventure World The Adventure World soft play area caters for children aged 6 months to 11 years with 3 dedicated areas of fun, under 2's, under 5's and 5 - 11 years. Warm in the Winter and cool in the Summer it's the perfect place to escape whatever the weather.
Princess Diana Memorial Playground (72 miles)
Kensington
Princess Diana Memorial Playground Over 70,000 children enjoy this free playground each year. Kids love to play, explore, dash about, and let their imaginations soar in this magical space. There is a sensory trail, teepees, a beach around the pirate ship and various toys and play sculptures.
DJ's Jungle Adventure Soft Play Centre (72 miles)
St Albans
DJ's Jungle Adventure Soft Play Centre - huge inddor play centre with separate play areas for toddlers and bigger kids. So you can have a sit down and a cup of tea while the kids run themselves ragged - job done!!
Topsy Turvy World (72 miles)
Brent Cross
Topsy Turvy World - a gigantic new concept in indoor soft play. It's the ultimate jump tumble, slide and fun, play system.
Ourspace Children's Play Centre (72 miles)
Tunbridge Wells
Ourspace Children's Play Centre A massive play frame for older children to explore, they can rocket down our huge starry Astra slide, spin and twirl down our coiled slide or glide down to earth at a gentler pace on our rainbow slide There are air cannons to fire, places to hide, and fun to be had at every turn!
Big Space Indoor Play Centre (72 miles)
Harpenden
Big Space Indoor Play Centre Parent friendly equipment so you can join in or watch more easily - Over 300m2 of Adventure Play Equipment for kids up to 12yrs including Freefall and Wavy Slides - Coffee Bar and lounge - one of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do with children in Hertfordshire
Farmer Freds Adventure Play Barn (73 miles)
Kings Lynn
Farmer Freds Adventure Play Barn East Anglia's state of the art adventure play area, offering children from 0-12 years a unique 3D play experience, stimulating their imaginations and transporting them to a vivid world of adventure and fun.
Bramleys Big Adventure (73 miles)
London
Bramleys Big Adventure - London's Most Central kids indoor playcentre with Gift Shop and Family Cafe. Great london day out idea for small kids and toddlers. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do with children in London
Gambado (73 miles)
Chelsea
Gambado - is family entertainment with a twist!
Giant play-frame, dodgem cars, didi cars, carousel ride, free weekly activity classes, reading corner, and LOADS more!!! All this plus lots comfortable seating with free internet and wireless, regular email discounts for our members!
Antics (75 miles)
Warlingham
Antics Bright, colourful and fun - a social hotspot for mums and carers where the kids can exhaust themselves and the mums can do the opposite!
Eddie Catz (75 miles)
Putney
Eddie Catz Eddie Catz has a softplay area, climbing frame, video games, kiddie rides and a café serving salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, frozen yogurts & smoothies. Holiday camps, after school clubs for kids 6-12 and weekday classes for under 5's - inlcuding Baby Signing, Music, Art, Dance and French - are popular.
Sutton Hoo (9 miles)
Woodbridge
Sutton Hoo Home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. Walk around the ancient burial mounds and discover the incredible story of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions.
Orford Castle (12 miles)
Woodbridge
Orford Castle The castle is remarkably intact allowing visitors to explore from the basement, through the lower and upper halls to the roof where there are magnificent views seaward to Orford Ness. Around the rooms is a maze of passages leading to the chapel, kitchen and other chambers in the turrets.
Framlingham Castle (17 miles)
Framlingham
Framlingham Castle 12th century fortress with exciting audio tour, interactive exhibits, themed trails, castle wall walk, and spectacular views.
Saxtead Green Post Mill (18 miles)
Saxstead Green
Saxtead Green Post Mill Makes an interesting addition to your day out in Suffolk and is easily combined with a visit to Framlingham Castle.
Bourne Mill (19 miles)
Colchester
Bourne Mill Set in tranquil grounds next to a millpond and a bubbling stream. The mill still has a working waterwheel, which was originally used for milling flour. Please note the limited opening times.
Layer Marney Tower (25 miles)
Colchester
Layer Marney Tower A great place to visit whether you are planning to exhaust the children in the play area or enjoy the tranquility of the garden. The view from the roof shows the church, outbuildings, play area, gardens, estate and wildlife walk.
Kentwell Hall (27 miles)
Sudbury
Kentwell Hall A beautiful moated Tudor Mansion, with extensive moated gardens and rare breeds farm. Famous for award winning Special Events from its Tudor Time Travel experience to its ultra scary Halloween Event, Sacresville - the site for a fright. Also Victorian and 1940s daily life. Its just as good to visit when there's no Special event to explore House, Gardens & Farm.
Coggeshall Grange Barn (28 miles)
Coggeshall
Coggeshall Grange Barn 13th-century monastic barn. One of Europe's oldest timber-framed buildings, it has a cathedral-like interior and is linked to a local Cistercian abbey. Inside the barn hosts an exhibition of local woodcarving, tools and a collection of agricultural carts.
Paycockes (29 miles)
Coggeshall
Paycockes Marvel at the stunning woodcarving and elaborate panelling inside this merchant's house. Outside, there is a beautiful and tranquil cottage garden.
Clare Castle Country Park (33 miles)
Sudbury
Clare Castle Country Park Clare Castle Country Park is a beautiful quiet area to relax, play, get close to nature and learn about Clare's fascinating history.
Ickworth House Park and Gardens (34 miles)
Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth House Park and Gardens A fantastic country estate in Suffolk. 1800 acres of parkland and woodland surrounding the eccentric Italianate mansion. Great family events, an adventure playground and children’s trails and games make this a great day out. Enjoyed by over 155,000 visitors each year; making it Suffolk’s most visited tourist attraction.
Southend Planetarium (39 miles)
Southend
Southend Planetarium - presents a range of talks about astronomy and the night sky. All our presentations are given live, giving plenty of opportunity for any questions you may wish to ask, and are generally suitable for ages 7 to adult
Somerleyton (41 miles)
Lowestoft
Somerleyton The answer is to take the family for a very, very full day out at Fritton Lake - a wide variety of family attractions and entertainments set in acres of mature woodland along the banks of Fritton Lake - arguably East Anglia's most beautiful stretch of water and our 150 acre 'jewel in the Somerleyton crown'.
Rayleigh Mount (41 miles)
Rayleigh
Rayleigh Mount An early medieval motte and bailey castle site, which offers sweeping views across the Crouch Valley. Make the most of your day by visiting the adjacent windmill to explore historical exhibitions.
Grimes Graves (45 miles)
Thetford
Grimes Graves Today visitors can descend 9 metres (30 ft) by ladder into one excavated shaft, an unforgettable experience - the only Neolithic flint mine open to visitors in Britain. A grassy lunar landscape of over 400 shafts, pits, quarries and spoil dumps
BBC Norwich Tour (46 miles)
Norwich
BBC Norwich Tour This is a fantastic chance to gain access to the rarely seen world behind the famous TV and radio programmes broadcast and produced from BBC Norwich at The Forum.
Norwich Castle (46 miles)
Norwich
Norwich Castle Find out what life was like in the Norman keep through touch screens and computer animation. Peep through the windows of a giant model of the keep and see King Henry I and his courtiers at a 'crown-wearing feast' in 1121 when he spent Christmas in Norwich.
Audley End House and Park (47 miles)
Saffron Walden
Audley End House and Park Audley End is a Jacobean house set in a serpentine park. The park was designed by Lancelot Brown in 1763 It contains a circular temple and a bridge over the River Cam - loads of events go on through the summer - check website for details
Mountfitchet Castle (48 miles)
Stansted Mountfitchet
Mountfitchet Castle Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village of 1066 is the only motte & bailey castle in the world that has been faithfully reconstructed on its original site.
A unique time capsule that is steeped in history, enabling the visitor to travel back to Norman England and experience life as it was in 1066.
The Canterbury Tales (49 miles)
Canterbury
The Canterbury Tales - one of Kent's most popular attractions, with its stunning reconstruction of 14th century England, is just like stepping into the Middle Ages. Good idea if you're after fun family days out in Kent with kids.
Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker (50 miles)
Kelvedon Hatch
Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker Come and witness the three lives of the bunker starting with its role as an RAF ROTOR Station, then a brief period as a civil defence centre through to its most recent life as a Regional Government HQ. Designed for up to 600 military and civilian personnel, possibly even the Prime Minister!
Historic Dockyard (53 miles)
Chatham
Historic Dockyard The Historic Dockyard's stunning 80 acre site provides a great day out for all the family. Children just love visiting our three Historic Warships with the opportunity to look through the periscope of our submarine Ocelot, imagine that they're at sea under sail on the sloop Gannet, and clamber over the Second World War destroyer HMS Cavalier.
Fort Amherst (53 miles)
Chatham
Fort Amherst Accompanied by your guide, with a lantern, you will hear tales of the mysterious and sinister happenings at the Fort during its 250 year history.
Ely Cathedral (54 miles)
Ely
Ely Cathedral Very impressive Cathedral built in 1082 and steeped in history, guided tours available
The Gravesend Civil Defence Bunker (55 miles)
Gravesend
The Gravesend Civil Defence Bunker Has been authentically restored and is the only example of a CD bunker still preserved in the UK today. It is well worth a visit and brings a reminder of this great organisation, disbanded in the 1960s.
Castle Acre Priory (58 miles)
Kings Lynn
Castle Acre Priory One of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England. The Cluniac love of decoration is reflected in the extensive ruins. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Norfolk with kids.
Royston Cave (58 miles)
Royston
Royston Cave Royston Cave is unique in Europe. Believed to date from the 13th Century, it is a man-made cavern in the shape of a beehive, with a small aperture at the top for ventilation. Its most remarkable feature is an extensive range of wall carvings - a knights templar cave in the middle of Hertfordshire?
Rye House Gatehouse (58 miles)
Hoddesdon
Rye House Gatehouse Explore this once fortified manor house. Built in 1443 by Sir Andrew Ogard and restored by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, Rye House Gatehouse is one of the finest medieval moated sites in Hertfordshire and has a vibrant history – including an unsuccessful attempt to assassinate King Charles II.
Leeds Castle (58 miles)
Maidstone
Leeds Castle - set on two islands on the River Len in the heart of Kent, has been home to royalty, lords and ladies for more than 900 years. Visitors are transported through the castle's history; an eclectic mix of period architecture, sumptuous interiors and family treasures waiting to be discovered.
Dover Castle (58 miles)
Dover
Dover Castle Enjoy great family days out in the South East with a visit to Dover Castle! Spectacularly situated above the White Cliffs on the Kent coastline this magnificent castle boasts a fascinating history.
The Wartime Tunnels at Dover Castle (58 miles)
Dover
The Wartime Tunnels at Dover Castle For over 200 years the tunnels have provided shelter, safety and secrecy to those defending our shores. In this new permanent exhibition, delve deeper into the history of the tunnels, from Napoleonic times right up to the Cold War.
Blickling Hall (58 miles)
Blickling
Blickling Hall Stunning House - Parkland and lakeside walks, with a sunken garden to discover - Home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second queen - in fact one of the most haunted places in England - Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books
Valentines Mansion and Gardens (61 miles)
Ilford
Valentines Mansion and Gardens Country house and gardens with recreated period rooms including Victorian kitchen and a dedicated Family Room. Enjoy the house and gardens through special trails and borrow a free backpack to explore the mansion and outdoors. Special events run throughout the year with a FREE family Sunday once a month.
Trial a Bite Rock and Fossil Tours (61 miles)
Bexleyheath
Trial a Bite Rock and Fossil Tours Guided rock and fossil hunting trips at venues Kent and Sussex. Like exploring the outdoors? Want to try something different at the seaside? Fascinated by dinosaurs and ancient life? Always wanted to have a go at fossil hunting? Then let us help you to discover the 144 million years of natural history, hidden in the rocks of southeast Britain.
Thames Barrier Info and Learning Centre (64 miles)
Woolwich
Thames Barrier Info and Learning Centre All kinds of environmental events, ranging from river walks and pond dipping, to role-play games such as ‘River of Life’.
Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery (64 miles)
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery Exhibits include Dolls, Toys and Games, Natural History, Costumes and Textiles, Local and Social history, Fine Art and Archaeology. FREE admission.
Lullingstone Castle and World Garden (64 miles)
Eynsford
Lullingstone Castle and World Garden A full day's worth of ambling pleasure between the castle and the fabulous gardens. Probably best for less boisterous kids, it is a visual delight and an excellent learning opportunity.
Knebworth House Gardens and Park (66 miles)
Knebworth
Knebworth House Gardens and Park Spend the day exploring extensive Gardens, Maze, Dinosaur Trail, a House full of treasures, Adventure Playground, (includes thrill slides, bouncy castle, Tarzan trails and more) Miniature Railway, Gift shop. Bring a picnic or visit our tea room. Special events throughout the year. All set in a 250 acre country park.
Houghton Mill (67 miles)
Huntingdon
Houghton Mill Follow the family Cat and Rat trail around the mill, enjoy the hands on activities, and explore the five storey historic building. Please note the limited opening times.
Chislehurst Caves (67 miles)
Chislehurst
Chislehurst Caves Grab a lantern and get ready for an amazing adventure! Your whole family can travel back in time, on an exciting lamp-lit tour of the labyrinth that is Chislehurst Caves. Hear tales of Druids, Romans and Saxons; see the Caves Church, Druid Altar, Haunted Pool and a whole lot more!
Tales of the Old Gaol House (67 miles)
Kings Lynn
Tales of the Old Gaol House Hear the sounds and smell the smells of prison life two centuries ago, and see how it feels to be locked up in a dank cell or trapped in the stocks in the town's market square.
Thanks for all the great things to do and Railways and Transport Attractions near Felixstowe with kids you keep sending in.
Now the school half term is upon us are with winter and the christmas holidays fast approaching, we're trying to find as many fun things to do with kids as possible, especially cheap and free family friendly places to visit this year - theme parks, waterparks and swimming pools, museums, indoor playcentres and softplay for toddlers, petting farms, wildlife parks and zoos, aquariums, castles, steam railways, pottery making and ceramic cafes, roller and ice skating rinks, karting tracks, snowdomes, dry and indoor ski slopes, climbing walls, activity centres, ten pin bowling alleys and all the other best family tourist attractions, that you can visit at the weekend.
Also teachers may find the site useful for ideas for the best places to take their classes on school journeys with many historical and educational atractions listed
So, if you've been for great days out with the kids, or a school trip, which isn't shown above, just send in an email and we'll add it on so people visiting on holidays and all the other children in Suffolk can enjoy the great day out as well.
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