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Family Days Out near to Bowness-on-Windermere
Climb 365 (< 1 mile)
Lake District
Climb 365 - offer family adventure days which are specifically designed around the ages, abilities and needs of your family
The World of Beatrix Potter (< 1 mile)
Bowness-on-Windermere
The World of Beatrix Potter The World of Beatrix Potter is a magical attraction for all the family. Inside all 23 Peter Rabbitâ„¢ tales are brought to life with sights, sounds and even smells. Outdoors you can explore the delightful new Peter Rabbitâ„¢ Garden. Our family-friendly Tea Room serves the freshest produce from the garden and our shops are packed with Peter Rabbitâ„¢ gifts.
Bowness on Windermere Treasure Hunt (< 1 mile)
Bowness
Bowness on Windermere Treasure Hunt Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Cumbria? Don't just wander around aimlessly, do a Treasure Trail! These fun treasure hunts will teach you fascinating facts about the area and show you some beautiful scenery. Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air and solve an intriguing mystery at the same time.
Predator Experience (3 miles)
Lake DIstrict
Predator Experience Not a falconry centre, and are not open to causal visitors. They specialise in pre-booked interactive experiences for the adventurous of spirit, and those who are just fascinated by birds of prey!
Rufty Tuftys (5 miles)
Ambleside
Rufty Tuftys A large, indoor play centre offering adventure, exercise, exploration and excitement for children in a clean, safe, stimulating environment.
Ambleside Climbing Wall (5 miles)
Ambleside
Ambleside Climbing Wall Indoor climbing for most ages and all abilities, specialising in bringing new climbers into the sport through expertly instructed Adult Taster Sessions and Super Fun Kids’ Sessions. Situated in the Heart of the Lakes and at the Centre of Ambleside you’ll never be stuck without something to do.
Go Ape! Grizedale (5 miles)
Hawkshead
Go Ape! Grizedale 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.
Coniston Treasure Trail (6 miles)
Coniston
Coniston Treasure Trail Coniston Treasure Trail is a fantastic way to explore the stunning countryside of Beatrix Potter whilst enjoying a walk in the fresh air.
Lakes Aquarium (7 miles)
Ulverston
Lakes Aquarium See things that swim, things that fly and things that bite!Lakes Aquarium allows you to visit the lakes of the world, along with those a little closer to home- making it a captivating centrepiece to the Lake District. Walk through our incredible underwater tunnel, home of the breath taking diving ducks.
Windermere Lake Cruises (7 miles)
Newby Bridge
Windermere Lake Cruises Windermere Lake Cruises - no.7 in the official tourist board attractions in the UK - so must be good!! Great idea for family days out in the Lake District.
Lakeland Climbing Centre (7 miles)
Kendal
Lakeland Climbing Centre Get your first taste of climbing in their unique centre with it's great indoor wall, on one of our beginners courses, taster sessions or with an experienced friend. There are a wide range of regular sessions and clubs for young people from 6 years upwards.
Lakeland Motor Museum (13 miles)
Grange-over-Sands
Lakeland Motor Museum Over 30,000 motoring related exhibits including many reminiscent rarities, tastefully presented in a rather quaint former Shire Horse Stables and courtyard setting.
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis (14 miles)
Milnthorpe
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Lakeland's Wildlife Discovery Centre is a unique and exciting blend of exotic wildlife and interactive 'hands-on' displays, which take you through 3,000 million years of evolution and follow the development of life on Earth - from magic molecules to mischeivous monkeys.
Lakeland Miniature Village (14 miles)
Grange-over-Sands
Lakeland Miniature Village Over 140buildings made from local Coniston slate. Houses, farms and barns create the Lakeland landscape. Under construction is our new Japanese Tea House overlooking our Japanese Garden.
Duckys Park Farm (14 miles)
Grange over Sands
Duckys Park Farm There's plenty to do at Ducky's. Meet a large variety of animals and enjoy hands on petting, have a go at the farm trail and play on the trampolines and huge indoor play frame with separate toddlers area.
Honister Slate Mine (14 miles)
Keswick
Honister Slate Mine The tour shows the current workings of the mine and how a mixture of modern and traditional methods is still extracting the slate which was forming some 400 million years before tyrannosaurus Rex was to stride the land.
Shap Swimming Pool (14 miles)
Penrith
Shap Swimming Pool They have a 25m and toddler pool, separate changing rooms, showers, free use of floats etc and a fully stocked shop.
Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve (15 miles)
Carnforth
Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve Deer, butterflies and a great range of birds to enjoy as you picnic, hike the trails and check out the coastal lagoon. Free Wildlife Explorer backpacks available. Family events run in the holidays.
Holme Open Farm (15 miles)
Sedbergh
Holme Open Farm Child friendly open farm with a very hands on approach, giving children chance to touch, hold and feed as many different types of animal as possible.
Greenlands Farm Village (16 miles)
Carnforth
Greenlands Farm Village You can pet storybook farm animals, ride a horse and trap, pedal a mini tractor (size permitting!), lark about in a straw play barn and picnic by the paddocks. We also have a 4 storey soft play centre for toddlers to 12yr olds to enjoy.
South Lakes Wild Animal Park (18 miles)
Dalton-in-Furness
South Lakes Wild Animal Park Prepare to be truly amazed with penguins, lions, tigers, giraffes, rhinos, hippos, kangaroos, lemurs, monkeys and much much more – you will not experience anything like this anywhere else in the UK!
Rookin House Activity Centre (18 miles)
Penrith
Rookin House Activity Centre Rookin House is like a 250 acre adventure playground for children. They can participate in many of the regular activities, as well as some specially designed for them - providing fun and adventure in a safe environment.
The Scarborough Spa Express (18 miles)
Carnforth
The Scarborough Spa Express A Wonderful Family Day Out. What better way to enjoy North Yorkshire’s beautiful countryside, visit the historic city of York or the seaside town of Scarborough, than by travelling aboard a vintage steam hauled train?
The Cambrian Steam Train (18 miles)
Carnforth
The Cambrian Steam Train Travel by steam in traditional carriages from Machynlleth to Porthmadog. Sit back and view beautiful Cardigan Bay on one side and the mountains of Snowdonia on the other. A day for all the family to relax and discover the magnificent Cambrian Coast, with countless leisure activities along the way.
The Station House Pottery (18 miles)
Carnforth
The Station House Pottery Choose from a wide selection of white ceramic items, and personalise them with special paint, which when baked in our oven, is fixed, food and dishwasher safe. From spoon rests to teapots, and pencil holders to vases, all you need to add is your own colourful imagination.
Keswick Leisure Pool (18 miles)
Keswick
Keswick Leisure Pool warm waters, wave machine and 'black hole' flume there is fun for all the family
Keswick Climbing and Activity Centre (19 miles)
Keswick
Keswick Climbing and Activity Centre An Indoor Climbing wall in the lake district catering for most ages and abilities. A great way to spend the day and tire the kids out. A wide range of things to do from Indoor Climbing and Archery to a wide range of Outdoor Activities.
Set in a stunning location with a great view of the mountains. Lots of places to go for a walk whilst your kids are having the time of their lives. Or join in!
Cumberland Pencil Museum (19 miles)
Keswick
Cumberland Pencil Museum Situated in the heart of the Lake District, it’s a great all weather attraction for the whole family with lots of things to see and do. There’s a funky kids' art studio, the world’s longest coloured pencil, and oodles of free events throughout the year too.
Abbott Lodge (19 miles)
Penrith
Abbott Lodge Abbott Lodge is a working dairy farm which produces over 40 flavours of homemade Jersey ice cream. Visitors can also see Jersey Cows and calves in the nearby field and kids can have fun in the indoor and outdoor play areas.
Keswick School Climbing Wall (19 miles)
Keswick
Keswick School Climbing Wall The brand new climbing wall has over 40 top rope climbs with a height of up to 8 metres, providing climbers of all abilities with every challenge they could want. There is a large bouldering area and new for this year is a huge 45 degree Woody.
Muncaster Castle (19 miles)
Ravenglass
Muncaster Castle 70 acre garden for the kids to run wild in. Win a prize if you answer the questions correctly in the indoor MeadowVole maze. Visit the World Owl Centre and get up close at the daily display. Interactive computer?s, playground, cafe‚ shops and events programme. Historic Haunted Castle!
Rheged (20 miles)
Penrith
Rheged An award winning family day out, Rheged's attractions include a giant cinema with a screen the size of six double decker buses, a kids play centre and an international mountaineering exhibition as well as superb shops and fabulous food.
Go Ape! Whinlatter (20 miles)
Keswick
Go Ape! Whinlatter 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.
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway (20 miles)
Ravenglass
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway runs for seven-miles from the coastal village of Ravenglass in the Western Lake District through two of Lakeland's 'loveliest valleys' to Dalegarth station and visitor centre in Eskdale, nestling at the foot of England's highest mountains. Steam trains operate every month of the year …
Happy Mount Park (20 miles)
Morecambe
Happy Mount Park Activities for all ages including play areas, swingboats, miniature railway, bowling green, miniature golf, putting green, crazy golf, paddling pool, trampolines, roundabout, multi-purpose sports surface, Japanese garden, cafe, ice cream kiosk and picnic area
Crafty Monkeys (21 miles)
Penrith
Crafty Monkeys Come and have fun throwing paint and clay around in our pottery and craft studio. We have Potter's Wheels, Pottery painting, Mosiac making and our BRAND NEW craft is Building a Teddy Bear.
All parties welcome - open to all ages and abilities.
No need to book, but please call in advance if there are 5 or more in your group.
Johnnys Fun Factory (21 miles)
Morecombe
Johnnys Fun Factory Indoor play centre for kids based in Morecambe. Fun for kids to play to their hearts' content.
Greystoke and District Outdoor Pool (21 miles)
Penrith
Greystoke and District Outdoor Pool Greystoke and Distict Swimming Pool, located in the gorgeous village of Greystoke, about 5 miles from Penrith, just north of the Lake District National Park.
Megazone Laser Adventure (21 miles)
Morecambe
Megazone Laser Adventure Experience the ultimate laser adventure with the ultimate laser gear.
Ullswater Steamers (21 miles)
Glenridding
Ullswater Steamers Lake cruises surrounded by some of the highest mountains and home to many different birds and animals. Come and sail with us and uncover our darkest secrets. Our Round The Lake ticket gives you time to explore, fish for tiddlers or play I spy with your free 'Sammy' guide onboard...
Eden Wall at Penrith Leisure Centre (21 miles)
Penrith
Eden Wall at Penrith Leisure Centre offers 8m leading walls (one overhanging by 1.5m) another with overhanging prow. An extension of Penrith's swimming pool and fitness centre rather than a climbing centre in its own right. Suitable for older children, but check in advance about age related restrictions.
Noahs Ark Softplay Centre (21 miles)
Penrith
Noahs Ark Softplay Centre Kids indoor softplay centre in Cumbria - ring for more details
The Park Leisure Centre (21 miles)
Barrow-in-Furness
The Park Leisure Centre The Park Leisure Centre has two pools, both heated to a warm 29 degrees C. The Main Pool is a 25m, six lane deck pool that ranges in depth from 0.9m to 2.0m. The Leisure Pool is free form with a wave machine, water Cannons and an exciting 20m water slide.
Climbing at Park Leisure Centre (21 miles)
Barrow In Furness
Climbing at Park Leisure Centre For proficient climbers only, age matters less than competency, and you must bring your own equipment. So we're guessing not under six!
Lords House Farm Education Centre (21 miles)
Penrith
Lords House Farm Education Centre Provide horse-riding lessons for able-bodied children and also riding therapy for children with special needs. Christian ethos.
Newton Rigg Sports and Wall (21 miles)
Penrith
Newton Rigg Sports and Wall 10m lead wall, top roping and bouldering, suitable for older kids with supervision, subject to an assessment and induction.
The Custom House (22 miles)
Barrow in Furness
The Custom House An indoor play area for the little ones with laser zone for over 8s, historical architecture and a great restaurant. Get going!
LazerZone (22 miles)
Barrow-in-Furness
LazerZone The interactive LazerZone arena offers kids an exciting place to play where they will enjoy a multi level indoor maze with special effects and themed zones.
Wacky Warehouse - Owl and Pussycat (22 miles)
Barrow-In-Furness
Wacky Warehouse - Owl and Pussycat - following the tried and tested formula of great kids soft play structure with balls and slides and loads of climbing things, so the kids can have a great time running themselves ragged, while you put you feel up with a nice cup of refreshment - jobs a good 'un!!
Appleby Under 18s Climbing Facility (22 miles)
Appleby
Appleby Under 18s Climbing Facility They offer fun and social sessions, suitable for ages 3+, supervised by qualified instructors, where parents are welcome to join in the fun.
The Dock Museum (22 miles)
Barrow-in-Furness
The Dock Museum explore the fascinating history of Barrow-in-Furness, and discover how it grew from a tiny 19th Century hamlet to the biggest iron and steel centre in the world, and a major ship-building force, in just 40 years + kids adventure playground.
Lancaster Maritime Museum (22 miles)
Lancaster
Lancaster Maritime Museum The museum covers the maritime trade of Lancaster, the history of the port, the Lancaster Canal and the fishing industry of the Lune Estuary and Morecambe Bay using sound, smells, reconstructions and audiovisuals. Features include four restored local fishing vessels, and an aquarium.
Lancaster Castle (23 miles)
Lancaster
Lancaster Castle Lancaster Castle - Still a working prison and court, it is still possible to visit this fascinating building by joining one of our popular hour-long guided tours, which usually include the Shire Hall with its collection of heraldry, the old cells and Hadrian’s Tower
Ingleton Open Air Heated Swimming Pool (23 miles)
Ingleton
Ingleton Open Air Heated Swimming Pool Community run heated lido open 29th May to 4th September. Worth looking out for their fun special events!
Ingleton Waterfalls Trail (23 miles)
Carnforth
Ingleton Waterfalls Trail The famous Waterfalls Trail has some of the most spectacular waterfall and woodland scenery in the North of England. the trail is 4.5 miles/8 kilometres through ancient oak woodland and magnificent Dales scenery via a series of spectacular waterfalls and geological features.
White Scar Cave (23 miles)
Ingleton
White Scar Cave The longest show cave in Britain. The guided tour takes 80 minutes and covers one mile. See underground streams and waterfalls, and the massive ice-age cavern. Café, shop, large on-site car park. Picnic area. Spectacular location in Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Eden Ostrich World (25 miles)
Penrith
Eden Ostrich World Tons to do: African Black Ostrich - Rare Farm Animals - Zebroid (Zebra/Pony Cross)!! - Adventure and pre-school Playgrounds - African Black Ostrich - Giant Maze - Tractor Rides - Indoor heated Soft Play Area
Cumbria Kart Racing Club (25 miles)
Dalton In Furness
Cumbria Kart Racing Club Try Out and training for novices ages 7 and a half to 16 years old, after which they are free to hire the karts for proper sessions.
Trotters World of Animals (25 miles)
Keswick
Trotters World of Animals Trotters World of Animals - home to hundreds of friendly animals including traditional favorites, endangered species, birds of prey and reptiles. A great deal is under cover so rain need not spoil your visit...
Ingleborough Cave (27 miles)
Clapham
Ingleborough Cave Until 1837 the secrets of Ingleborough Cave were hidden behind large natural calcite dams behind which water had ponded, submerging much of the passage beyond. These were broken down following a flood, to reveal a wonderland of sculpted passages and beautiful cave formations which have been delighting our visitors ever since.
Cockermouth Sports Centre (27 miles)
Cockermouth
Cockermouth Sports Centre Offers climbing opportunities to older children when supervised. Up to 7m block with stone inserts and enhanced structural wall.
Rustys Childrens Playcentre (27 miles)
Cockermouth
Rustys Childrens Playcentre Children's indoor softplay area - awaiting more details
Jungle Jacks (30 miles)
Whitehaven
Jungle Jacks Located within Whitehaven Sports Centre. Bright, safe and colourful adventure soft play for under 10s. Creche also on site.
St Bees Beach (30 miles)
St Bees
St Bees Beach The beach is a magnificent shingle with dozens of varieties of rock sloping down to good red sand. Safe for swimming but no lifeguard cover.
Billy Bears Fun Centre (30 miles)
Whitehaven
Billy Bears Fun Centre For under-sixes, climbing frames, bouncy castle, slides, cars, baby walkers.
Old Holly Farm (31 miles)
Garstang
Old Holly Farm Working organic dairy farm with great range of up close encounters with the farmyard animals and a play barn besides.
Glazey Days (31 miles)
Fleetwood
Glazey Days Family friendly pottery studio who also offer children's parties. Unleash their creativity!
Beach and Marine Gardens (31 miles)
Flettwood
Beach and Marine Gardens Crazy golf, adventure play, pitch and putt, trampolines, inflatable castle and paddling pool, all on the beachside.
Eclipse Leisure Centre (32 miles)
Workington
Eclipse Leisure Centre Family friendly tenpin bowling plus laser tag, video games and more.
The Play Barn (33 miles)
Settle
The Play Barn - offers a space where parents and children will have a fun time, whilst the children are scrambling over the adventure course or testing their climbing skills on the climbing wall having fun in the spooky maze or perhaps sliding down the twisting slide.
The Play Barn at Settle (33 miles)
Settle
The Play Barn at Settle A great indoor soft play centre in the Yorkshire Dales where your children can run wild in a safe and friendly environment while you can relax in our comfortable seating and cafe area. We pride ourselves on our homemade food.
Farmer Parrs Animal World (33 miles)
Fleetwood
Farmer Parrs Animal World If ewe like animals ewe'll love Farmer Parrs! We have a large collection of farm and rare breed animals for you to meet. As well as a large museum and a pottery too. Animal shows, pony rides and tractor rides are included in our daily activities. We also have a play area, shop and cafe.
West Coast Karting (33 miles)
Maryport
West Coast Karting Karting is for anybody so long as you're aged 8 or above! They even have a kart dedicated for the disabled. Ideal for building coordination and confidence. Give your child the edge when older.
Rookies Adventure and Soft Play (33 miles)
Wigton
Rookies Adventure and Soft Play Loads of climbing walls, slides, ball pits, ball cannons etc - waiting for more info
Lake District Coast Aquarium (34 miles)
Maryport
Lake District Coast Aquarium 45 carefully themed and informative aquatic displays + Adventure playground, radio controlled boats and mini golf.
Madhatters Play Cafe and Party (34 miles)
Cleveleys
Madhatters Play Cafe and Party Soft play in a safe environment for children any age up to 11 years old. Madhatters has a large 4 level play frame, with slides, ball pool, puzzles, spinners and many more fun ways to keep children entertained.
Cobble Hey Farm and Gardens (34 miles)
Preston
Cobble Hey Farm and Gardens Friendly working farm with year round special events as nature dictates, lamb feeding, chick holding, wetland bird festival and sheep shearing competitions!
Bizzy Bees Indoor Playcentre (35 miles)
Carlisle
Bizzy Bees Indoor Playcentre Over 3's have a three-storey play frame with ball pool, spider’s web, climbing bridge, slide, wavy slide and dizzy disc. The smaller players have rockers, soft play shapes and characters, blocks, a slide and ball pool.
AMF Carlisle (36 miles)
Carlisle
AMF Carlisle Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Magic Castle Adventure Playground (36 miles)
Carlisle
Magic Castle Adventure Playground Under-fives have climbing frame, ball pond, rockers, sit-and-ride toys; five to 10-year-olds have large ball pool, two slides, a tunnel slide, climbing tunnels, rope bridge and bouncy castle
Aztec Soft Play (36 miles)
Carlisle
Aztec Soft Play Their 3D play frames have been expertly designed to meet the different needs of children from 0 to 12 years and offer a safe, healthy environment to play, develop and explore.
South Tynedale Railway (36 miles)
Alston
South Tynedale Railway Preserved steam and diesel locomotives from Britain and overseas run between Alston Station (875 feet above sea level) and Kirkhaugh, following part of the old Haltwhistle to Alston branch line along the Tyne Valley in North East Cumbria. There is a railway shop and refreshment facilities at the station, as well as a picnic area.
Bowland Wild Boar Park (36 miles)
Preston
Bowland Wild Boar Park Enjoy a picnic and take a ramble in our beautiful wooded countryside, view Wild Boar, Longhorn cows and deer in our scenic Ribble Valley Park - plus lots more.
Thingamajigz (36 miles)
Poulton-le-Fylde
Thingamajigz Thingamajigz indoor play centre offers 6,400 sq.ft of safe, exciting, challenging fun including slides, a football and basketball zone, ball pits and tunnels, pre-school play areas and a quiet area for younger aThingamajigz indoor play centre offers 6,400 sq.ft of safe, exciting, challenging fun including slides, a football and basketball zone, ball pits and tunnels, pre-school play areas and a quiet area for younger adventurers.dventurers.
Carlisle Castle (37 miles)
Carlisle
Carlisle Castle Carlisle Castle is still a sight to behold. William Rufus founded it in 1092. It's had a few famous guests in it's time, including Mary Queen of Scots who was imprisoned here.
The Sands Centre (37 miles)
Carlisle
The Sands Centre No posted lower age limit but competency is required. Up to 7m lead/toprope wals in curved resin with bolt-ons. Bendcrete moulded concrete bouldering section. 60 sq m of wall surface.
Nenthead Mines (37 miles)
Alston
Nenthead Mines Prepare to launch on a voyage of discovery at Nenthead Mines, learning more about the people, places, tools, lifestyle, and legacy of the mining industry that at one time completely dominated the landscape of the North Pennines!
High Force Waterfall (38 miles)
Middleton
High Force Waterfall England's largest waterfall, suddenly and spectacularly drops 70 feet into the plunge pool below. The woodland walk leads to this breathtaking sight. As you begin the descent down the gentle slope the well-maintained path twists and turns giving a different view every few yards. The muffled rumble suddenly turns to a roar and the sight astounds you.
Killhope Lead Mining Museum (38 miles)
Bishop Auckland
Killhope Lead Mining Museum Voted the Most Family Friendly Museum, take a guided tour of the mine, become a washerboy and find galena. Woodland walks, Red Squirrels, exhibitions, shop and cafe a great day out in the country for the whole family. Winner of Tourism award 2008 Small Attraction of the year, Gold standard Green Tourism Business and quality badge holder of Learning outside of the Classroom 2009
Blackpool Zoo (39 miles)
Blackpool
Blackpool Zoo - is home to over 1500 animals of more than 400 species including big cats, giraffes, gorillas, elephants, orangutans and many more, providing a fantastic day out for everyone from 3 months to 103! You can even meet 32 dinosaurs in their superb prehistoric gardens. Great idea for family days out in Lancashire.
Aardvark Adventure Playbarn (39 miles)
Blackpool
Aardvark Adventure Playbarn A brand new indoor play area, on a 3 level play frame. Includes a 4 lane tiger slide, a zebra tube slide, ball pool with ball shower, football goals, basketball court, climbing frames, walkways, walk of faith, sensory area and much, much more.
1st Bowl Blackpool (39 miles)
Blackpool
1st Bowl Blackpool Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Blackpool Model Village and Gardens (39 miles)
Blackpool
Blackpool Model Village and Gardens An enchanting award winning attraction, set in over 2 acres of beautiful gardens with many water features. Stride like Gulliver in Lilliput through the village and marvel at the hundreds of hand crafted models that depict many scenes of life in miniature.
Stanley Park (39 miles)
Blackpool
Stanley Park There is a dazzling array of family events and attractions from model boats to a children's shuttle train and a tremendous range of sports facilities.
Blackpool Sea Life Centre (39 miles)
Blackpool
Blackpool Sea Life Centre Blackpool SEA LIFE Centre is home to one of the largest collections of tropical sharks in Europe. Discover a magical world under water including sharks, rays, seahorses and piranhas. Don’t miss our newest feature, “Jellyfish – Phantoms of the Deep!” An amazing all-weather family attraction!
Walby Farm Park (39 miles)
Carlisle
Walby Farm Park is the all weather attraction near Hadrian's Wall! Voted Cumbria's Best Visitor Attraction 2008 (by CN Group readers). Just 4 miles from Carlisle, you'll find Cumbria's largest indoor play area, exciting outdoor play areas, lots of animal friends and a nature trail too all on the family farm; you really will be spoilt for choice!
Solway Aviation Museum (40 miles)
Calisle
Solway Aviation Museum A fascinating collection of aviation items from WW2 through to the 1960. Real aircraft you can climb aboard and explore. Learn what about the daily lives of children during WW2, and use our interactive computers to see and hear the story of Britain's Space programme.
Sandcastle Waterworld (40 miles)
Blackpool
Sandcastle Waterworld Have you experienced one of the World’s Largest and Wildest Premier Indoor Waterparks? Blackpool’s award winning Sandcastle Waterpark is a fantastic tropical adventure full of heart-stopping rides, water chutes with undulating twists and turns, cascading water features and tranquil glittering pools. Our many amazing rides and fantastic water fun are just the ticket for an exhilarating family day out!
4 Kids Play (40 miles)
Clitheroe
4 Kids Play For the under eights. A two story indoor play facility including slides and ball pool. They also have a bouncy castle and a separate baby area for smaller children.
Blackpool Ice Arena (40 miles)
Blackpool
Blackpool Ice Arena Discover a COOL way to spend your day at the purpose built 455 sq m ice rink with theatre seating so those who don't wish to participate in skating can watch in comfort. The Arena also has a smaller ice rink - the Arosa Ice Rink at over 4.6 sq m which is available for public skating and private hire.
Clitheroe Castle Museum (40 miles)
Clitheroe
Clitheroe Castle Museum New look galleries will take you on a journey through 350 million years of local history, heritage and geology. Features for younger children.
Ramp City (41 miles)
Blackpool
Ramp City A 29,000 square foot indoor skatepark boasting a terrific number of high quality features including the only wooden indoor fullpipe in the UK. They also regularly welcome bikes.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach (41 miles)
Blackpool
Blackpool Pleasure Beach There's something for everyone at Pleasure Beach with over 125 breathtaking rides, attractions and shows including the spectacular Hot Ice Show. Top thrill rides include the Big One, the UK's tallest fastest rollercoaster. NEW FOR 2011 NICKELODEON LAND with amazing rides and attractions for all ages including SpongeBob's Splash Bash, Dora's World Voyage.
Wacky Warehouse - Ancient Oak (41 miles)
Preston
Wacky Warehouse - Ancient Oak Ancient Oak has the usual Wacky Warehouse formula of an indoor playcentre attached to a public house - where you can let the kids run riot for a couple of hours while you take a no doubt well earned break - aaah!!!
The Bowes Museum (41 miles)
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum A wonderful day of discovery awaits you and your family at The Bowes Museum! Explore the stunning galleries through interactive displays and get arty with our hands-on activities and events. From marvellous masterpieces to curious collections there's something for everyone at The Bowes Museum!
Barnard Castle (41 miles)
Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle With fantastic views over the Tees Gorge this fortress is grand for exploring, has a sensory garden and sits on the fringe of an attractive working market town for a nice wander round after.
Giddy Kids Play Centre (42 miles)
Preston
Giddy Kids Play Centre Giddy Kids Play Centre - kids indoor playcentre in Preston
Hippodome (42 miles)
St Annes On Sea
Hippodome Several playa areas, go karts, Bear Building Studio and pottery painting facilities, as well as table tennis, air hockey and an arcade.
Teesdale Sports Centre (42 miles)
Barnard Castle
Teesdale Sports Centre Swimming, skateboarding, climbing, and an indoor play area, within a modern, family friendly sports centre.
Safe Play Centre (42 miles)
Preston
Safe Play Centre Private hire personal service soft play for special needs children. Truly magical range of interactive equipment purpose designed.
Dalescre8PaintaPot (42 miles)
Grassington
Dalescre8PaintaPot At Dalescre8PaintaPot you can have fun by choosing and painting a pot with special paints and we glaze and fire it. Mum and Dad can join in too or have a relaxing coffee while you create.
Perfect for presents or to keep and to remind you of the fun you had.
Egglestone Abbey (42 miles)
Barnard Castle
Egglestone Abbey The charming ruins of a small monastery of Premonstratensian 'white canons', picturesquely set above a bend in the River Tees, a pleasant stop for budding artists and photographers.
Lakeside SuperBowl Preston (42 miles)
Preston
Lakeside SuperBowl Preston Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards.
Little Lagoon at West View L C (43 miles)
Preston
Little Lagoon at West View L C Colourful adventure soft play zone within a leisure centre.
Ribble Steam Railway (43 miles)
Preston
Ribble Steam Railway Visitors can travel behind one of the restored steam engines in old fashioned carriages enjoying a three mile round trip around the docks and along the riverbanks, then check out the museum and relax in the tea rooms.
Harrys (43 miles)
St Annes
Harrys Three separate gorgeous play areas for juniors and pre-schoolers aged up to 10 years and babies from 6 months to explore.
Mini Magees Party and Play Centre (43 miles)
Preston
Mini Magees Party and Play Centre Brand new Party and Play centre for children aged 0-12. Jump in the huge ball pool, slide the 3 lane wave slide, have a kick around on the football pitch whilst mum and dad grab a cappuccino and homemade cake.
The Forbidden Corner (43 miles)
Coverham
The Forbidden Corner Find the hidden temple Indiana Jones would feel at home in the Forbidden Corner, an extraordinary folly in North Yorkshire. Statues blink at you, paths lead nowhere, skeletons lurk in underground chambers and a temple hides behind artful landscaping. Your job is to work your way through the maze. Unique, and just scary enough to give everyone a thrill.
Harris Museum & Art Gallery (43 miles)
Preston
Harris Museum & Art Gallery We’re a family-friendly museum and art gallery in the heart of Preston city centre. Visit our museum because we know how to make history and art fun! We’ve got a programme of regular hands-on workshops for families as well as permanent activities whatever time of day you arrive.
Lytham Hall (43 miles)
Lytham
Lytham Hall Stately hall set in 80 acres of mature country park; trails through the woods; cycling and picnics in the park with plenty of space to play safely; free entry to the country park Monday to Friday.
Thornton Hall Farm Country Park (43 miles)
Skipton
Thornton Hall Farm Country Park Award winning family fun rain or shine! Animal encounters, glorious countryside, make friends with friendly farm animals and take part in a range of seasonal hands-on activities and demonstrations. Climb aboard the 4WD Farm Safari to the Deer Park, hitch a ride in a giant caterpillar and let the kids loose in the Wizzick Play Barn.
Join in with lamb and calf feeding daily plus Junior Quad Bikes
Kaos Indoor High Wire Adventure (43 miles)
Lytham
Kaos Indoor High Wire Adventure Indoor Ropes Course for all the family. Our qualified instructors will lead you through a safety briefing and then fit you with a full body harness. Once clipped on you will have an hour to “play” with our 18 “in the air” obstacles.
Rascals Party and Play Centre (44 miles)
Preston
Rascals Party and Play Centre We are a children's indoor play centre catering for all ages up to 12 years. There are 2 separate soft play areas. Our main features are a large play frame, 6 two-seater go-karts, slides, toddler and baby area, football and basketball court, trampolines and cafe etc etc!
The Devils Porridge Exhibition (44 miles)
Eastridge
The Devils Porridge Exhibition This amazing exhibition tells the story of the Greatest Munitions Factory on earth, when volunteers came from around the world to make explosives together, and win a war!
Park View 4U Playing Fields (44 miles)
Lytham St Annes
Park View 4U Playing Fields An exciting fully inclusive three generational play area including: an imaginative toddler area, a teenzone with challenging equipment, a multi use games area, a state of the art skate park and large BMX track, a fitness trail, gym equipment for senior citizens, a woodland walk and story area.
Lytham St Annes Beach (44 miles)
Lytham St Annes
Lytham St Annes Beach Donkey rides on the sand, a renovated Victorian Pier, children's playgrounds, Lytham's famous green windmill, cafes, ice-cream parlours and municipal gardens: it's a place of irresistible old fashioned charm!
Lakeside Miniature Railway (44 miles)
Preston
Lakeside Miniature Railway Taking the smalls on a miniature railway is an unforgetable experience for kids (and the parents as well!). One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Lancashire with kids
Fired 4 U (44 miles)
Preston
Fired 4 U An indoor family morning or afternoon out. We will show you how to paint your pottery, then you leave it to be fired and collect next week. Choose from money box, plates, dragons, fairies and wine coolers!
Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop (44 miles)
Gretna Green
Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop Visit the famous Blacksmith's Shop where couples could elope to be married on the sly, a place steeped in exciting and romantic history. Play areas, some animals and other ways to let off steam are also available.
Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool (45 miles)
Bishop Auckland
Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool Come and enjoy the pleasures of outdoor swimming in a warm (tropical water temperature of 80+ degrees Fahrenheit), safe, family environment.
Stanhope Mystery Treasure Trail (45 miles)
Stanhope
Stanhope Mystery Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Stanhope? Don't just wander around aimlessly, do a Treasure Trail! These fun treasure hunts will teach you fascinating facts about the area and show you some beautiful scenery. Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air and solve an intriguing mystery at the same time.
Haltwhistle Swimming and Leisure Centre (45 miles)
Haltwhistle
Haltwhistle Swimming and Leisure Centre Water flumes, jet scooters, inflatable pirate ships, picnics and the adventure playground - tell them about this one if they say swimming's boring!
Brockholes Nature Reserve (45 miles)
Preston
Brockholes Nature Reserve A new kind of nature reserve, an unreserved reserve. A great place to let the kids run around and discover the wonders of British wildlife. 250 Acres of meadow, lake and woodland a great place to explore. Fantastic play area, walking trails, restaurant, gift and food shops.
Monkey Magic (45 miles)
Preston
Monkey Magic Safe, exciting and challenging fun including slide, football and basket ball zone, ball pits and tunnels; they also have a dedicated toddler play area.
Fun at Splatz (45 miles)
Haltwhistle
Fun at Splatz There’s a climbing wall, aerial gliders, a wavy slide and much more. The play structures are designed to provide children with challenges necessary to help them learn and develop - there is also an exciting drop slide, for those brave enough.
Studfold Explore Discover and Learn (45 miles)
Harrogate
Studfold Explore Discover and Learn Fresh air and fun for all the family in the heart of Upper Nidderdale. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the Studfold Trail offers family fun and adventure in a truly unique setting.
Turbary Woods (45 miles)
Preston
Turbary Woods Offers a unique collection of over 90 birds of prey including eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, vultures and more unusual species.
Pendle Witches Mystery Trail (46 miles)
Barrowford
Pendle Witches Mystery Trail Treasure Trails' treasure hunts are a fantastic way to explore a new town or village whilst enjoying a fun walk in the fresh air. Follow the trail, solve the clues and see the sights!
Barrowford Park (46 miles)
Barrowford
Barrowford Park Large park with putting green, two children's playgrounds and a wetland area with ducks.
Matrix Superbowl (46 miles)
Skipton
Matrix Superbowl Classic family friendly tenpin bowling. They have ramps and gutter rails available so that all ages and abilities can play, including those with disabilities.
Coffee and Clay (46 miles)
Skipton
Coffee and Clay Paint-your-own pottery cafe, offering fun for the whole family. Choose from plates, mugs, bowls, piggy banks or many other items. Capture your baby's precious hand and footprints, make unique gifts or just drop in and have a go!
Skipton Castle (46 miles)
Skipton
Skipton Castle Come and explore one of England's most complete medieval castles with over 900 years of turbulent history. Climb to the top of the Watchtower; descend to the dungeon. Picnic areas, licensed tearooms, shop with a notable book section, plant sales. A great day out in any season.
Giddy Kippers Indoor Soft Play Centre (46 miles)
Nelson
Giddy Kippers Indoor Soft Play Centre Giddy Kippers - play on the amazing play zone, it's a fantastic, purpose built 3 storey structure with:
4 lane astra slide - Ball cannons - Balance beams - Splat pad - Ball bounce - Spiral tube slide
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery (46 miles)
Blackburn
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery A fascinating collection of art which includes oils and watercolours, Japanese prints and Christian icons.
Waves Water Fun Centre (46 miles)
Blackburn
Waves Water Fun Centre If you are looking for family days out in Lancashire, Waves has a lagoon shaped pool, Alien space bowl water feature, children’s shipwreck slide, jacuzzi, waves machine, a vending area and a Regency Gym.
4Kids (46 miles)
Colne
4Kids Under new management, formerly Likkle Monkeys.There are two totally separate play facilities, one on the upper floor aimed at 5-12 year olds and a toddler area located on the lower floor specifically for the younger children.
Pendle Wavelengths Swimming Pool (47 miles)
Nelson
Pendle Wavelengths Swimming Pool Pendle Wavelengths leisure pool has a wave machine, a roof high water slide and a beachside playland - a soft play area ideal for young children. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Lancashire with kids
The West Lancashire Light Railway (47 miles)
Hesketh Bank
The West Lancashire Light Railway The West Lancashire Light Railway - The whole family can also enjoy a visit, with the short train ride around a flooded clay pit behind coal fired steam locomotives dating from 1898. Refreshments, souvenirs, guide book etc., are availahle from the shop at Becconsall station
Blackburn Bowlplex (47 miles)
Blackburn
Blackburn Bowlplex Bowling is the perfect activity for any occasion whether it's a family get together, birthday party or special treat during the school holidays. We are the ideal all weather venue with much more than just bowling. So, can we interest you in The Great Indoors?
ZuuKidz (47 miles)
Blackburn
ZuuKidz Ultimate indoor family play and party venue with over 10,000 square feet of fun for children of all ages, pamper packages for parents and disabled facilities.
Blackburn Ice Arena (47 miles)
Blackburn
Blackburn Ice Arena Blackburn Ice Arena offers something for everyone. With year round skating, disco sessions for both juniors and seniors, family skating and holiday fun. The fun doesn't end on the ice with great party and catering facilities on hand. Great if you are looking for family days out in Lancashire ideas.
Buddys Play (48 miles)
Leyland
Buddys Play Open every day this dinosaur themed centre provides a secure, safe and clean environment for ages from 0 -12 year olds.
Accrington Superbowl (48 miles)
Accrington
Accrington Superbowl Classic family friendly tenpin bowling with gutter guards and bowling ramps to give the kids a chance! A wholesome healthy family activity and great when it's wet!
Oswaldtwistle Mills (48 miles)
Accrington
Oswaldtwistle Mills is home to a host of popular attractions for people of all ages! See inside for more details - great place to visit if you are looking for family days out in Lancashire.
Splash at Riverside (48 miles)
Blackburn
Splash at Riverside No special play features beyond the standard pools BUT they are chlorine free pools which is a big plus for children with asthma or delicate eyes!
WWT Caerlaverock (48 miles)
Caerlaverock
WWT Caerlaverock 1,400 acres of wetland nature reserve on the Solway Firth. Winter home to thousands of swans ducks and geese. Summertime trails, meadows, Natterjack Toads, Barn Owls etc. 20 hides, 4 towers, heated observatory and visitor centre. Guided walks and special events.
Playtime Soft Play Centre (48 miles)
Oswaldtwistle
Playtime Soft Play Centre - an indoor play centre for kids which has a variety of toys, play houses, a bouncy castle, ride-ons plus the soft-play structure.
Vindolanda (48 miles)
Hexham
Vindolanda A Roman encampment site with adjacent museum combine to make a memorable day enjoying learning.
Cheeky Monkeys (48 miles)
Chorley
Cheeky Monkeys - your children will go wild and enjoy a play environment, which boasts new and innovative play equipment. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Lancashire with kids
Thompson Park and Miniature Railway (48 miles)
Burnley
Thompson Park and Miniature Railway Spacious and splendid parkland with boating lake, paddling pool, playground and miniature railway. Many basic facilities on site.
Little Treasures (48 miles)
Accrington
Little Treasures One of the undoubted highlights is a visit to the bouncy castle named the 'Black Pig.' They also have many slides and climbing areas, all meeting the latest safety standards
Caerlaverock Castle (49 miles)
Dumfries
Caerlaverock Castle Visitors to this quintessential stronghold can enjoy a siege warfare exhibition, a children's adventure park and a nature trail.
Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star (49 miles)
Burnley
Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star, a nice old stone warehouse building with the usual formula of kids indoor playcentre atttached to a very reasonably priced pub, so you can have a nice cup of tea while the kids run themselves into the ground for two hours - jobs a good 'un!
1st Bowl Burnley (49 miles)
Burnley
1st Bowl Burnley Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Hesketh Farm Park (49 miles)
Skipton
Hesketh Farm Park Hesketh Farm Park is part of a 600 acre working farm situated in one of the most picturesque areas of the Yorkshire Dales; Bolton Abbey.
Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway (49 miles)
Skipton
Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway Travel between Embsay station, built in 1888, and the new award-winning station at Bolton Abbey. Your journey takes you through picturesque Yorkshire Dales scenery. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in North Yorkshire
Only Foals and Horses Sanctuary (49 miles)
Oswaldtwistle
Only Foals and Horses Sanctuary Open facility working to rescue vulnerable equines, giving them rehabilitation and treatment. A valuable opportunity for the kids to learn about responsibility toward animals.
Fun Planet (49 miles)
Keighley
Fun Planet Playcentre with great play frame for the kids to run themselves ragged on
Wellybobs (49 miles)
Darwen
Wellybobs Wildlife, arts and crafts, sing alongs, Ladybug garden, adventure playground with zippy swing: a really good range.
Premier Bowl and Laser Southport (50 miles)
Southport
Premier Bowl and Laser Southport Enjoy classic Tenpin Bowling and their NEW Military Urban Experience Laser zone in comfortable environment, with kid friendly staff at great value. Kid's bowling aids available.
Towneley Hall Museum (50 miles)
Burnley
Towneley Hall Museum A range of indoor artistic exhibitions set within a large park which also offers play areas, golf courses and sculpture trails. Take a picnic!
Model Railway Village (50 miles)
Southport
Model Railway Village It is not unusual for children to want to spend all day with their parents or grand parents at the Model Railway Village, just watching or following their favourite model train whilst it meanders around the 1.5 acres of beautiful miniature landscape.
Puddletown Pirates of Botany Bay (50 miles)
Chorley
Puddletown Pirates of Botany Bay Puddletown Pirates of Botany Bay - Inoor play centre is a mixture of ball pools, scramble nets, Skull Island and the giant galleon pirate ship make for fun play everyday of the week.
Dunes Splash World (50 miles)
Southport
Dunes Splash World A wet and wild water park offering a fantastic family day out for all ages and abilities.
With five fantastic rides, bubble spa, kids' play zone, poolside diner and our very own turtle, Murtle, you'll want to dive in and make a splash today!
Happy Daze Play And Party Centre (50 miles)
Darwen
Happy Daze Play And Party Centre Formerly known as Top Bananas, Happy Daze is under new management and has been refurbished to include a larger play area, improved party areas and the all new parents' chill out zone!
Wackadayz (51 miles)
Richmond
Wackadayz - is a secure Indoor Play Centre. We have separate Junior and Toddler areas, an elevated Sports Arena, Bouncy Castle and Wifi available at not extra charge. Offering the opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a fun day out or select to sit back and relax with some refreshments while the kidz play.
Formby Beach (51 miles)
Southport
Formby Beach An unspoilt wilderness of a beach, run by the National Trust and with a nature reserve adjacent. Not the best choice if you're looking to swim etc., but lovely for exploring.
Dalton Pottery (51 miles)
Lockerbie
Dalton Pottery The kids can watch the professionals working with pottery and then have a go themselves. Children's play park outside.
Rufford Old Hall (51 miles)
Ormskirk
Rufford Old Hall Step back in time at one of Lancashire's finest 16th-century Tudor buildings, where a young Will Shakespeare once performed. You can also enjoy the gardens, topiary and sculpture and a walk in the woodlands, alongside the canal.
Windmill Animal Farm (51 miles)
Burscough
Windmill Animal Farm - offers visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm while still having the chance to watch, feed, touch and play with animals + lots of play areas and miniature railway.
Clown Around (51 miles)
Chorley
Clown Around Clown Around - kids indoor play centre with great play structure
Shambellie House Museum of Costume (51 miles)
Dumfries
Shambellie House Museum of Costume Find out about a century of style as you follow fashion from the VIctorian era to the 20th century. It's been partially designed with families in mind to help keep the kids interested.
Runamok (52 miles)
Rossendale
Runamok Multicoloured multitiered adventure soft play with dedicated baby play area and cafe.
Battlefield Live Pennine (52 miles)
Chorley
Battlefield Live Pennine The latest and best concept in combat games.
Played like a live computer game such as Call Of Duty, with real-time hit feedback in our huge outdoor combat zone.
Our sophisticated gaming guns use harmless infra-red, so there's no paintballs or projectiles.
Safe, affordable fun, open all year for all ages 8+.
Battle Without Bruises!
Camelot Theme Park (52 miles)
Chorley
Camelot Theme Park An unforgettable, fun-packed day out awaits visitors to the enchanted kingdom of Camelot. Visitors can lose themselves amid the thrill of jousting knights, fabulous falconry displays, a spell-binding magic show - plus rides galore for children young and old!
WWT Martin Mere (52 miles)
Burscough
WWT Martin Mere Martin Mere's Gardens is home to over 100 species of rare and endangered ducks, geese, swans, flamingos and now beavers and Otters. With a diversity of waterfowl exhibits and an adventure playground for children to enjoy, Martin Mere is a first class, year-round, wetland wildlife attraction.
Crackerjax (52 miles)
Crook
Crackerjax An indoor adventure play and children's party venue, with 10,000 sq. ft. of family fun and children's activities for kids of all ages up to 12 years old.
Nidderdale Llamas (52 miles)
Harrogate
Nidderdale Llamas A llama trekking centre and animal petting farm. Visit the farm, take a llama for a walk or if your over 10yrs why not go llama trekking! You don’t ride llamas, but they are great walking companions and carry your picnic! Birthday parties a speciality! Refreshment area. Pre-Booking essential.
Playmates Childrens Play Centre (52 miles)
Chorley
Playmates Childrens Play Centre An exciting indoor adventure playcentre and party venue for children under 9, where there’s always lots to do and plenty of fun to be had!
Helmshore Mills Textile Museum (53 miles)
Rossendale
Helmshore Mills Textile Museum Discover how raw wool and cotton were traditionally transformed into cloth, learn Lancashire's part in the Industrial Revolution, and see the giant waterwheel work!
Hexham Old Gaol (53 miles)
Hexham
Hexham Old Gaol Tour the Old Gaol, 1330AD, by glass lift. Meet the gaoler, see a Reiver raid and try on costumes.
Ski Rossendale (53 miles)
Rawtenstall
Ski Rossendale Kids Club runs on Saturday Mornings at Ski Rossendale - there are classes for snowboarders and skiers.
Pots U Paint (53 miles)
Burscough
Pots U Paint Family friendly pottery painting studio with educational and special needs assistance available.
Ainsdale Beach (53 miles)
Ainsdale
Ainsdale Beach Sandy, dune backed bathing beach boasting the oldest iron built pier in the country, with a nature reserve adjacent. Village with facilities nearby.
Pharaohs Play and Party Centre (53 miles)
Chorley
Pharaohs Play and Party Centre Be transported to Ancient Egypt for the adventure soft play, use the ice skating rink and when you're tired enough settle into the in house cinema with a hot dog!
Thorp Perrow Gardens, Falcons, Meerkats (54 miles)
Bedale
Thorp Perrow Gardens, Falcons, Meerkats The ultimate family day out with birds of prey, meerkats, wallabies, ostriches and Belgian hares amongst other wildlife providing the enjoyment of hands on experience for all the family in the finest collection of trees and shrubs in the country set in 85 acres of beautiful gardens with playground.
Ilkley Pool and Lido (54 miles)
Ilkley
Ilkley Pool and Lido Heated indoor and outdoor pools with other sporting opportunities on site to pre book. Lido open May to September.
Bamboozles Adventure World Ltd (54 miles)
Bishop Auckland
Bamboozles Adventure World Ltd Fully equipped activity frame, pedal carts, toddler area and themed parties. Junior climbing wall coming soon!
Big Sheep & Little Cow Farm (54 miles)
Bedale
Big Sheep & Little Cow Farm When you visit the farm, one of our friendly guides will show you around the farm so that you can bottle feed lambs and piglets, bath a pig, hold small animals, feed the cows and sheep and talk to the donkey (if Charlie the pony does'nt object).
Ilkley Toy Museum (54 miles)
Ilkley
Ilkley Toy Museum The many exhibits feature dolls, dolls houses, teddy bears, tin plate toys, lead figures and a selection of games together with wooden and paper toys. Dating from 350BC to the present day the exhibits include this 1940's English working model fairground.
Mabie Farm Park (54 miles)
Dumfries
Mabie Farm Park Farm Park with animals, rides including Donkey Rides, Paddle Boats. Also we have two indoor play barns
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (54 miles)
Keighley
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Step back in time and enjoy a train ride through the heart of Bronte country. Most services are operated by steam trains, but the railway also serves the local community, with many people using the morning diesel railcar services to do their shopping in Keighley.
Go Ape! Rivington (54 miles)
Bolton
Go Ape! Rivington 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.
The Play Shack Indoor Play Centre (54 miles)
Shildon
The Play Shack Indoor Play Centre The Indoor Play facility is the Biggest Indoor Soft Play frame in the area featuring 3 Lane Astra Slide, 540 Degree Tube Slide, ball-pools, Rope Bridges, Spooky Corner, Gliders, 5 a Side Football Pitch, separate Toddler Area and much, much more
Mossburn Animal Centre (54 miles)
Lockerbie
Mossburn Animal Centre Provides rescue and shelter to a wide variety of animals including: horses and ponies, pigs, goats, rabbits and guinea pigs, iguanas, sheep, cows, raccoons and many more who seek shelter.
Kids@Play (54 miles)
Bacup
Kids@Play Due to the layout of the play frames it is easy for parents to keep an eye on their children whilst being able to sit down and relax with magazines and refreshments.
Animal Quackers Park Farm (55 miles)
Bacup
Animal Quackers Park Farm A family run business aiming to bring your family the fun and enjoyment of animals: hugging, feeding and interacting with all of the residents of the farm.
The Craftwork Studio (55 miles)
Standish
The Craftwork Studio We are Standish village's very own craft centre. We have exciting activities on Thursdays, Saturdays and every day of the school holidays. Children and adults can paint ceramics, try their hand at Batik and even create a work of art in mosaic.
Highland Cattle Centre (55 miles)
Stocksfield
Highland Cattle Centre Award winning, friendly Highland Cattle as well as a whole host of animals who live on this thriving working farm. Children will love their pets corner with the cuddly, fluffy bunnies and guinea pigs, pony riding and a superb play area where they can have lots of fun!
Jumbo Jungle (55 miles)
Consett
Jumbo Jungle Over 11000 sq ft of non stop fun and games and its all under one roof to keep both the adults and children happy for hours, we have something for all ages from babies to twelve year olds
Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park (55 miles)
Kickcudbright
Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park A varied collection of nearly 150 animals from all over the world can be seen within the peaceful and natural settings where the woodland has been tailored to provide large and imaginative enclosures.
Lockerbie Ice Rink (55 miles)
Lockerbie
Lockerbie Ice Rink You can skate for family fun and enjoyment at public skating sessions with ice discos or you can learn the skills of figure skating with their qualified coaches.
The Dolphin Centre (56 miles)
Darlington
The Dolphin Centre An outstanding pool complex that includes an
8-lane, 25m competition standard swimming pool, Training Pool, Interactive Toddler Pool, 1m, 3m and 5m Board Diving Pool and two water-slides as well as an Under The Sea themed indoor play area.
Buttercups Ceramic Studio (56 miles)
Hurworth-on-Tees
Buttercups Ceramic Studio you can paint a piece of functional pottery such as a mug, plate, bowl, platter and much more or how about a fun item like a money box, figurine or fun home accessory.
Happy Hippos Play Centre (56 miles)
Ormskirk
Happy Hippos Play Centre Multi tiered colourful play structure with oodles of fun features and a separate baby toddler area.
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura (56 miles)
Dumfries
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura Look out for, amongst other things: fossil footprints left by prehistoric animals, the wildlife of the Solway, tools and weapons of our earliest people, stone carvings by Scotland's first Christians and the everyday things of the Victorian farm.
Odeon Dumfries (56 miles)
Dumfries
Odeon Dumfries All the latest kids' flicks and more at this friendly little one screen cinema. Great for a treat in wet weather!
Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World (56 miles)
Newton Aycliffe
Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World - is a haven for your kids to play and wear themselves out. It has all the latest equipment to put the biggest smiles on your children’s faces. They can race their friends down the three lane giant Waterfall Slide, climb to the top of the Castle and experience the thrill of the scary Drop Slide, or prepare for battle in the Ball Blast Cannon Arena.
Lightwater Valley (56 miles)
Ripon
Lightwater Valley Lightwater Valley is simply bursting with over 40 rides and attractions and 175 acres of action-packed adventures, from the dark and mysterious subterranean world of Raptor Attack to the dizzying heights of Whirlwind, a typhoon of screams that'll twist even the bravest of souls and (new for 2011) 5 new rides in the swashbuckling world of Skeleton Cove!
Castledykes Park (56 miles)
Dumfries
Castledykes Park A great children’s play area within its picturesque grounds and a range of other activities are available whatever your age, including tennis, bowling, putting and trampolining.
Whitworth Hall - Bobby Shaftos (56 miles)
Spennymoor
Whitworth Hall - Bobby Shaftos The restaurant offers a fantastic menu and children can play in the indoor or outdoor play area. In the summer months you can dine on the patio at the lakeside and watch the deer and the ducks at play. The park abounds with wild life with squirrels, wild geese, swans and even the odd heron.
Farmers Den (56 miles)
Dumfries
Farmers Den A countryside themed adventure play facility with great classic features in a bright and colourful, clean and safe environment.
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum (56 miles)
Dumfries
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum An ever expanding aircraft collection, aero engines and a very impressive display of artefacts and personal histories relating to aviation, past and present.
Smithills Open Farm (56 miles)
Bolton
Smithills Open Farm 25 varieties of animal and you can get up close to them because they are all "nice and well behaved". You can even feed them, and hold them, if you wish.
Moss Bank Park (57 miles)
Bolton
Moss Bank Park Popular park with large play area for children, fairground rides, mini steam train and gardens
Formby Nature Reserve (57 miles)
Formby
Formby Nature Reserve Home to one of the last colonies of red squirrels in Great Britain, and boats endangered species such as the Natterjack Toad and the Northern Dune Tiger Beetle.
AMF Hollywood Bowl Bolton (57 miles)
Horwich
AMF Hollywood Bowl Bolton Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal (57 miles)
Ripon
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal An amazing historical World Heritage Site near Ripon, Fountains Abbey provides picturesque wide open spaces, family guided tours, school holiday activities and nature galore- kids will love the wild deer and bats! A perfect combination of activities and learning!
Haigh Country Park (57 miles)
Wigan
Haigh Country Park Once the home of Earls and Lords, Haigh Hall is surrounded by 250 acres of park and woodland, with magnificent views across the Douglas Valley to the Welsh Hills. Haigh Hall and Country Park is an enjoyable day out with something for everyone. Explore and enjoy the stunning parkland, woodland and plantations. There is no entrance fee to get into the park.
Dalscone Farm (57 miles)
Dumfries
Dalscone Farm A family fun farm with a variety of animals, a huge indoor play area filled with ball pools, slides and other equipment. It also has lots of outdoor play equipment, trampolines, pedal karts, crazy golf and more!
Quadventures (57 miles)
Thirsk
Quadventures - a family friendly off road driving attraction, with fun, easy to drive buggies, quads and 4x4's available for everyone from 6 upwards. Adventure treks around our attractive countryside are especially popular, as are birthday party fun and games. Everyone just loves the driving.
Action and Adventure (57 miles)
Bedale
Action and Adventure Adventure for all the family! Pay and Play Zone over Weekends and Holidays. Birthday Parties, Family Fun Days... offering quad bikes, segways, archery, clay pigeon shooting, rifle shooting, climbing wall, and an Aerial Extreme High Wire Adventure Course and much MUCH more
Aerial Extreme (57 miles)
Bedale
Aerial Extreme Whether you're a novice adventurer or an adrenalin junkie, your adventure starts here! Our amazing Adventure Ropes Course is set within the beautiful surroundings of Camp Hill Estate. No experience or skill is required just a willingness to have fun!
China Butterfly Craft Centre (57 miles)
Formby
China Butterfly Craft Centre Indoor craft centre ideal for entertaining kids, pottery painting studio, potters wheel, jewellery making, card making, decorate a mirror or picture frame & more. We also stock craft and jewellery making supplies.
Wacky Warehouse - Generous Pioneer (57 miles)
Ilkley
Wacky Warehouse - Generous Pioneer The UK's award winning soft play and activity centre for children. Whether you're looking to meet up with friends, get messy with your kids during our arts & craft sessions, book a birthday party or simply relax with a magazine or coffee, whilst your child plays, Wacky Warehouse – the indoor play centre is the perfect venue for you!
Castle Douglas Treasure Hunt Trail (57 miles)
Castle Douglas
Castle Douglas Treasure Hunt Trail One of the many Treasure Trails in Dumfries and Galloway. They are a fantastic way to explore towns and villages, solving a mystery whilst enjoying a walk in the fresh air.
Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe (57 miles)
Hebden Bridge
Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe choose a plate, bowl, mug, or even piggy bank, unicorn, fairy or dinosaur from our extensive range - decide how you'll paint it - there are books for inspiration if you're stuck - sit & paint using our brushes or sponge stamps. Great idea if you are looking for childrens activities in Yorkshire.
Farmer Teds Farm Park (57 miles)
Ormskirk
Farmer Teds Farm Park Farmer Ted's offers a large range of fun activities for ages 3 to 8 year olds, but other ages are catered for. These include a Mega Indoor Adventure Area! Large Indoor Sand Pit, Straw Mountain, Pedal Tractor Park, Adventure Play Ground, Picnic Areas, Tractor and Trailer Rides and a Large Animal Barn.
Threave Castle (57 miles)
River Dee
Threave Castle Cross the fields from the car park to the River Dee, and ring for the boatman. . . A small boat will take you to the island to explore the 14th century ruins.
Nye Bevan Pool (57 miles)
Skelmersdale
Nye Bevan Pool Offering standard swimming fare with a diving pool and two diving boards for public use.
Spennymoor Leisure Centre (57 miles)
Spennymoor
Spennymoor Leisure Centre has a free - form Leisure Pool with a large shallow water area and a maximum depth of 1.8 metres. A water slide and wave machine are also available, but these only operate during evening, weekend and school holiday sessions. The pool is approximately 18 metres wide and 30 metres long.
Krazy Kingdom (57 miles)
Annfield Plain
Krazy Kingdom 17,500 sq ft of non stop fun and it's all under one roof to keep you and your children happy for hours, we believe we have something for all ages from babies to twelve year olds
Bolton Steam Museum (57 miles)
Bolton
Bolton Steam Museum A magic place for all the family. 25 old stationary steam engines have been rescued and restored- some of the engines which once drove the cotton mills of Lancashire (the oldest is around 170 years old! Most will be running in steam and admission is free.
Adventure Point Ltd (58 miles)
Darlington
Adventure Point Ltd Fantastic indoor & outdoor adventure play centre with huge play frame, bumper cars, 3 tree climbers, slides, rope bridges, ball cannon arena, multi-sports court, separate toddler play areas and lots more!
Shipley Glen Cable Tramway (58 miles)
Shipley
Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is the oldest working cable tramway in Great Britain (cliff lifts excepted). Dating from 1895, the line was built to serve the local beauty of Shipley Glen, near Saltaire in West Yorkshire. Looksa like a good idea if you're after fun family days out in Yorkshire.
Queens Park (58 miles)
Bolton
Queens Park Fabulous outdoor play park, sand, diggers, great climbing frames, mazes, sculptures, picnic areas and ducks in the lake.
Burrs Activity Centre (58 miles)
Bury
Burrs Activity Centre Canoeing - Archery -Kayaking - -Rafting - Climbing on the indoor climbing wall - -Abseiling - Team building and problem solving - Orienteering
The Cocoa Bean Company (58 miles)
Twynholm
The Cocoa Bean Company A unique and interactive experience for children that is truly unforgettable! Under supervision kids from 2+ can forge their own chocolate creations and then enjoy the play areas.
Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre (58 miles)
Falstone
Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre The Centre contains one of the largest & most fascinating collections of Birds Of Prey in the North of England. Watch a Falcon stoop down from the skies at over 100mph, see the grace and speed of Eagles, Hawks & Kites. Experience the thrill & excitement of handling some of these beautiful & extraordinary birds.
Rumble Tumble Playcentre (58 miles)
Wigan
Rumble Tumble Playcentre has a great indoor adventure zone - while you can relax in the coffee area. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Lancashire with kids
Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive (58 miles)
Bolton
Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive If you're looking for a free fun family outing, Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive is the place for you. There?s a special children?s activity corner, and an exciting programme of family friendly events all year round, as well as plenty of themed activities during the holidays.
AMF Wigan (58 miles)
Wigan
AMF Wigan Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Jimmy G's Playcentre (58 miles)
Shipley
Jimmy G's Playcentre This is a huge indoor playground for kids. with ballpools, inflatables, slides, ride on toys, etc. The kids absolutely love running and climbing on everything and letting off a bit of steam. There is also a separate area for toddlers - which is good for their safety.
Boyne Play Pit and Cafe (59 miles)
Langley Moor
Boyne Play Pit and Cafe The centre can take up to 35 children, This is extreamly clean and has a sound proof cafe with viewing into the play area. Not the bigest but you'll go a long way to beat it.
Salt Pots Ceramic Studio (59 miles)
Shipley
Salt Pots Ceramic Studio Salt Pots Ceramic Studio is a pottery painting studio for all the family specialising in paint your own pottery and clay imprints, pottery painting parties for all ages, commissions and personalised gifts and keepsakes.
Climb North East (59 miles)
Ferryhill
Climb North East Send the kids along to one of their weekend sessions. They will be running sessions for 3 different age groups starting at just 3 years old!
Durham Climbing Centre (59 miles)
Durham
Durham Climbing Centre Indoor rock climbing in Durham City for ages 2+. Suitable for beginner and advanced junior & adult climbers. An activity for the whole family! Book one of our Rock Stars Children's Sessions in advance (see website for timetable) or drop into the centre and supervise children yourself!
Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre (59 miles)
Newton Aycliffe
Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre Climbing is very good for developing balance, co-ordination, strength and confidence, whilst giving the child a great learning experience.
Broom House Farm Adventure Farm (59 miles)
Witton Gilbert
Broom House Farm Adventure Farm The Broom House Adventure has 10 acres of fun for all the family. Follow the trails, attempt the woodland challenges...climbing, hanging, zipping and balancing...
The Funky Farm (59 miles)
Northallerton
The Funky Farm - main area includes giant astra slide, ball pool, pulley & wow pool - Large football and basketball court.
Ripley Castle (59 miles)
Harrogate
Ripley Castle Ripley castle, built in 1345, is full of armour, priests hiding holes and lots of great histrorical things to look at. There are also beautiful gardens and a deer park which the smalls will love - and a large tropical plant collection.
Shipley Pool (59 miles)
Shipley
Shipley Pool - swimming facility with diving pool offering 2 springboards and 2 high-boards.
Log Heights (59 miles)
Ripley
Log Heights The ultimate outdoor adventure! Whether you are looking for an outdoor corporate teambuilding day or something exciting to do with friends, family or school, the experience at Log Heights is a must and will be talked about for years!
Prudhoe Waterworld (59 miles)
Prudhoe
Prudhoe Waterworld a large leisure pool with wave machine, aqua slide and beach area where children and adults can swim, play and relax, or while the children are playing in our Space Jack's Soft Play area, you can enjoy a drink or something to eat in the cafe
GO Bowling Shipley (59 miles)
Shipley
GO Bowling Shipley Classic family friendly tenpin bowling mega fun with gutter guards and ramps to help the kids along. Great activity for young and old.
East Lancashire Railway (59 miles)
Bury
East Lancashire Railway The service operates historic steam trains from Rawtenstall to Heywood passing over viaducts and through tunnels.There are special events throughout the year, such as Santa Specials and Friends of Thomas the Tank Engine.
AMF Bury (59 miles)
Bury
AMF Bury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
The Fusilier Museum (59 miles)
Bury
The Fusilier Museum Home to the collection of the XX Lancashire and Royal Regiment Fusiliers, commemorating in total over 300 years of history and heritage.
Mini and Maxi Moos Adventure Land (60 miles)
Edmondsley
Mini and Maxi Moos Adventure Land With over 50,000 square feet of indoor space, and almost 100 acres of farm and park land, there's room for the whole family, and a range of activities to suit everyone from miniature animals to go karts and almost everything in between.
St Leonards Farm Park (60 miles)
Bradford
St Leonards Farm Park The farm has lots of different animals, some of which you can feed. Visit our play areas, especially the popular straw playbarn, with its tunnels and swing ropes; small animal enclosure; listed barns and buildings; picnic areas, nature footpaths, gift shop and the tea room. Tractor and Trailor rides.
The Heritage Centre at Bellingham (60 miles)
Bellingham
The Heritage Centre at Bellingham A fabulous local history facility with oodles of interactive bits for younger kids to break up the visit. Regular events held, contact for details.
Durham Botanic Garden (60 miles)
Durham City
Durham Botanic Garden - has plant collections from around the world as well as a woodland garden, alpine garden and bamboo grove. In the glasshouses there's a collection of tropical rainforest plants, desert plants, and more familiar plants from the mediterranean. It also has some tropical bugs, scorpions and tarantulas. In late summer to early spring the arboretum is grazed by rare breed sheep.
Go Ape! Matfen (60 miles)
Morpeth
Go Ape! Matfen 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.
RHS Harlow Carr (60 miles)
Harrogate
RHS Harlow Carr Lots to see and do for the whole family - see great review when you push the more info button.
Cream o Galloway (61 miles)
Castle Douglas
Cream o Galloway Our fabulous adventure playground includes the indoor 'Smugglers Warren' with underground tunnels and climbing towers, and the Pirate Ship for Under 6s.
Outside, explore an extensive Play Area including Pedal Karts, Flying Fox, 3D Maze and Viewing Tower.
Choose from 30 ice cream flavours made here on our organic farm.
City of Durham Treasure Trail (61 miles)
Durham
City of Durham Treasure Trail These self-guided treasure hunts challenge you to explore and solve intriguing mysteries. Search for clues and find treasure or crack the code to save the world on a spy mission. You’ll find out fascinating facts, see special places and enjoy a family walk; all in the fresh air.
Prince Bishop River Cruiser (61 miles)
Durham City
Prince Bishop River Cruiser The Prince Bishop River Cruiser is a one hour cruise that takes in many of the city's sights from the unique perspective of the River Wear. On the trip to the Cathedral you will take in some spectacular views of the cities bridges, the castle and many of the Durham University buildings.
Gibside (61 miles)
Gateshead
Gibside Glorious National Trust site, a 'grand design' of spectacular vistas, winding paths and grassy open spaces. Ideal for hiking, picnics and natural study.
For a FULL day out we recommend enjoying this attraction in conjunction with other activities.
The Hydro (61 miles)
Harrogate
The Hydro The Hydro offers three swimming pools (diving, main and teaching), Brimhams Fitness Centre - with gym, dance studio, indoor cycling studio, health and beauty studio, springboard and highboard diving, Harry's Place crèche, The Energy Bar cafe and more.
The Venture Centre (61 miles)
Maughold
The Venture Centre During weekend and school holiday periods the centre is open to family groups. It is an ideal venue for active families who wish to spend quality time together taking part in a range of outdoor activities.
Tenpin Bury Pilsworth (61 miles)
Bury
Tenpin Bury Pilsworth Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Three Sisters Race Circuit (61 miles)
Wigan
Three Sisters Race Circuit The Junior Kart blast experience caters for the younger customer. Driving one of our new SODI karts, these Light, Powerful and Fast machines guarantee you Speed 'n' Thrills as you race around the circuit.
Play 'n' Krazy (61 miles)
Bowburn
Play 'n' Krazy ball pools, play frame, slides, football and basket ball areas, and tiny tots explore too, in their own safe space
Funtastic (61 miles)
Radcliffe
Funtastic Fabulous adventure soft play centre with a stunning array of features and age appropriate areas. They have a sincerely unique sports arena, and the resident 'dog' fudge regularly appears to dance with the children!
Wacky Warehouse - George and Dragon (61 miles)
Bradford
Wacky Warehouse - George and Dragon - has the usual Wacky Warehouse formula of an indoor playcentre attached to a public house - where you can let the kids run riot for a couple of hours while you take a no doubt well earned break - aaah!!!
Pots 2 Go Ceramic Cafe (61 miles)
Harrogate
Pots 2 Go Ceramic Cafe Paint pottery for a great interactive family activity or hold either a pottery painting or jewellery making party. We also do Magic Custard clay prints and solid casts in a range of materials from plaster to silver (Please book in advance).
Newby Hall Adventure Garden (61 miles)
Ripon
Newby Hall Adventure Garden A paddling pool, sandpit and swings for toddlers through to climbing frames and bridges, an aerial slide and pedalo boats for the older children. And of course, Newby's famous Miniature Railway is for children and adults alike - of all ages!
Beamish Wild Adventure Park (61 miles)
Stanley
Beamish Wild Adventure Park Located half way between Durham and Newcastle the center is brimming with amazing new activities. Tractor Rides, Archery, Tree Climbing and the aerial acrobatics of our Birds of Prey shows are to name but a few. Check out our listing and website for full details.
Tenpin Liverpool (61 miles)
Liverpool
Tenpin Liverpool Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Sportsman Inn and Leisure (61 miles)
Halifax
Sportsman Inn and Leisure They're not specific on the 'junior' age range, so if you have under 10s it may be worth checking before you go! Their slope is covered in a highly advanced material called Snowflex that provides an ‘as close to snow’ experience as you will get.
Wacky Warehouse - Squinting Cat (61 miles)
Harrogate
Wacky Warehouse - Squinting Cat 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!! Also a great place to go for kids parties.
Beamish Open Air Museum (61 miles)
Beamish
Beamish Open Air Museum - makes the past comes to life. Beamish is unique. This is no ordinary museum but a living, working experience of life as it was in the Great North in the early 1800s and 1900s set in over 300 acres of beautiful countryside. A great family day out.
Rampworx (61 miles)
Liverpool
Rampworx Friendly indoor skateboarding and BMX facility, with coaching classes available if you don't know where to start!
Shibden Hall (61 miles)
Halifax
Shibden Hall Set in 90 acres of rolling parkland with a range of attractions including woodland, walks, an orienteering course, children's rides, miniature railway, pitch and putt and a boating lake, Shibden is perfect if you are looking for family days out in yorkshire.
Odeon Harrogate (61 miles)
Harrogate
Odeon Harrogate 5 screen cinema - a great idea for a family days out in north yorkshire when it's raining
Tiddley Peeps (61 miles)
Bradford
Tiddley Peeps Indoor play centre in Bradford - The main play area is great and there is also a separate baby area which has plenty of toys
Laser Battlefield (62 miles)
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Laser Battlefield Bruise free combat games for over 6s. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne with kids.
National Media Museum (62 miles)
Bradford
National Media Museum - an exciting centre in the heart of the north devoted to film, photography, television, radio and the web. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in West Yorkshire with kids
Thanks for all the great things to do in Bowness-on-Windermere 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 Cumbria can enjoy the great day out as well.
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