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Liverpool Football Club Museum and Tour (< 1 mile)

Liverpool

Liverpool Football Club Museum and Tour Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart!! Every football fan would love to walk out the tunnel, sit in the dugout, visit the changing rooms - and they can. With a fantastic museum going through this great clubs history this is a must for any sports fan.

Happy Dayz (1 miles)

Liverpool

Happy Dayz Classic, bright, soft adventure play, with cafe and seating. Also do parties.

Happy Hours Indoor Play (1 miles)

Liverpool Street

Happy Hours Indoor Play Bridges, ramps and slides - all good fun for the smaller person looking to let off steam

Lifestyles Peter Lloyd (1 miles)

Liverpool

Lifestyles Peter Lloyd The centre has: A twenty five metre four lane swimming pool with baby pool and flume slide A Fitness Suite (suitable for over eight years) Four 7-a-side all weather pitches Four floodlit 7-a-side football pitches Free car parking

Awesome Walls Climbing Liverpool (2 miles)

Liverpool

Awesome Walls Climbing Liverpool Indoor rock climbing is a fun and enjoyable way to exercise and an excellent way to keep kids fit and healthy. We have always strived to offer the best indoor climbing experience - friendly staff, interesting routes, centre cleanliness.

World Museum Liverpool (2 miles)

Liverpool

World Museum Liverpool World Museum Liverpool combines historic treasures from across the globe with the latest interactive technology to make an unbeatable family day out. Our collections include archaeology, ethnology and physical sciences as well as Britain’s only free Planetarium. With everything from live bugs to Egyptian mummies, there’s something for everyone inside.

Victoria Gallery and Museum (2 miles)

Liverpool

Victoria Gallery and Museum Opened to the public in 2008, the VG&M is housed in the University of Liverpool’s famous ‘redbrick’ building. It contains a gallery, museum and cafe, all housed in stunning Victorian architecture.

Rice Lane City Farm (2 miles)

Walton

Rice Lane City Farm Rice Lane City Farm boasts 224 acres of countryside and a wide variety of rare breed farm animals including pigs, red poll cattle, sheep, goats and ponies. Guests can also book ahead to take part in guided walks and talks.

Williamson Tunnels (2 miles)

Liverpool

Williamson Tunnels The Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre provides an insight into the fascinating underground world created by Joseph Williamson in the early 19th Century. Take a guided tour through a section of the network of tunnels and view exhibitions which depict the life and times of one of Liverpool's most eccentric characters.

Liverpool War Museum (2 miles)

Liverpool

Liverpool War Museum Housed beneath the streets of Liverpool, this museum was the nerve centre in the battle of the atlantic during WWII. Fascinating stuff.

AMF Hollywood Bowl Liverpool (2 miles)

Liverpool

AMF Hollywood Bowl Liverpool Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Underwater Street (2 miles)

Liverpool

Underwater Street Paint the Mini, pan for gold or take a stroll down Imagination Street. Experiment in the lab, step inside a giant bubble or design and create at the "make and take" tables. Six unique zones and a full service cafÃ© provide the perfect venue for a family day out.

Beatles Story (2 miles)

Liverpool

Beatles Story Located within Liverpool's historic Albert Dock, the Beatles Story is a unique visitor attraction that will transport you on an enlightening and atmospheric journey into the life, times, culture and music of the Beatles. See how four young lads from Liverpool were propelled into the dizzy heights of worldwide fame and fortune to become the greatest band of all time. Hear the story unfold through the "Living History" audio guide narrated by John Lennon's sister, Julia.

The Yellow Duck Marine (2 miles)

Liverpool

The Yellow Duck Marine - Join us for a unique 1 hour amphibious sightseeing tour accompanied by live commentary around Liverpool's city and docks on a converted WWII DUKW landing craft. Whilst on dry land the tour takes in Liverpool's historic sights, then splashes down into the Salthouse Dock for a half hour trip of the dockland area concluding in the Albert Dock.

Wowballs Liverpool (3 miles)

Liverpool

Wowballs Liverpool The latest and fun craze that lets you have water walking hamster ball fun on the water without even getting wet. Come to one of our outdoor hire centres and get inside a Wowball for the best laugh you will have in ages. Walk on water fun with friends.

Spaceport (3 miles)

Wirral

Spaceport Blast off on a virtual journey through space and time at Spaceport, the amazing space-themed attraction at Seacombe Ferry Terminal, Wirral. Become a virtual astronaut in our incredible 360 degree, fully immersive Space Dome show where our latest production, ASTRONAUT, will take you from Earth to space..... and beyond!

Play Planet (3 miles)

Wallasey

Play Planet - contains air cannons that can fire soft balls through targets or safely at your friends. There are "splat pads", a "king of the cross" and "rope swings". All this added to the three storey, three lane super slide, "spider webs", "asteroid belts" and forests of biff-bash means there's plenty going on.

Jungle Parc (3 miles)

Liverpool

Jungle Parc Outdoor fun and adventure for the whole family in an exciting and safe environment! We have two courses, Adventurer Course for age 4+ (minimum height 1.5m) and Explorer Course for teens and adults. Birthday parties, group discounts and gift certificates are available - please visit our website for details.

Croxteth Hall and County Park (3 miles)

Liverpool

Croxteth Hall and County Park Facilities here include Home Farm, Mull Wood, an adventure playground, an outdoor gym, and Jungle Parc the high wire adventure course (minimum height 1.05m).

New Palace and Adventureland (3 miles)

New Brighton

New Palace and Adventureland Family fun-filled entertainment in New Brighton, Wirral, including Adventureland, one of the largest indoor children's play centres in the UK, the Bright Spot family amusement arcade, plus an outdoor Funfair.

Big Apple Bowl and Laser Quest (3 miles)

Wallasey

Big Apple Bowl and Laser Quest Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Big Apple bowling facility has over 20 lanes!

Sefton Park (3 miles)

Liverpool

Sefton Park One of the largest parks in England. It doesn't have a play area, but it is a beautiful place to walk (or run!) about, with sculptures, a tropical plant house and pretty water fetaures - and has a children's play area.

Rampworx (4 miles)

Liverpool

Rampworx Friendly indoor skateboarding and BMX facility, with coaching classes available if you don't know where to start!

Europa Pools (4 miles)

Birkenhead

Europa Pools Europa Pools, Birkenhead - The leisure pool and kiddies' lagoon offers an exciting range of water features including two breath-taking water flume rides; the spectacular 'Beach Breakers' wave pool, geysers and water cannons. Great idea for family days out in Merseyside.

Tenpin Liverpool (4 miles)

Liverpool

Tenpin Liverpool Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Wallasey Beach (5 miles)

Wallasey

Wallasey Beach Good for swimming and kitesurfing though pay heed to the restrictions; lighthouse, fort and museum nearby.

Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm (5 miles)

Wirral

Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm is home to a variety of farm animals, including pigs, sheep, goats, chickens and geese. It's a great opportunity for children of all ages to meet and learn about farm animals up close.

Fun Time (5 miles)

LIverpool

Fun Time Over 5000sq ft of exciting, colourful multi tiered adventure play for ages 0 to 3 and 3 to 12 years in separate sections.

Jungle Fun (5 miles)

Childwall

Jungle Fun Jungle Fun provides fun for kids of all ages - from crawlers and toddlers to kids and climbers. There are themed rooms, giant slides and a host of activities designed to educate and stimulate children.

Picture House Woolton (5 miles)

Liverpool

Picture House Woolton Traditional cinema offering children's matinees with a good old fashioned ice cream interval!

Lifestyles Garston (6 miles)

LIverpool

Lifestyles Garston The centre has: A five lane 25m swimming pool A learner pool A water flume A Fitness Suite (suitable for over 8 years) Village changing facilities A Sports Hall 4 badminton courts 3 floodlit synthetic grass multi-use courts Car parking for 145 cars

Funtown Liverpool (6 miles)

Liverpool

Funtown Liverpool Bright, welcoming and full of fun. The play structure is huge with an exciting four lane astra slide and indoor football pitch, whilst our special toddler section, for the under 3s, is a big hit for their younger visitors.

Aerial Extreme (6 miles)

Prescot

Aerial Extreme Whether youre a novice adventurer or an adrenalin junkie, your adventure starts here! Our amazing High Wire Adventure Ropes Course is set within the wild surroundings of Knowsley Safari Park! No experience or skill is required, just a willingness to have fun!

Knowsley Safari Park (6 miles)

Prescot

Knowsley Safari Park The safari park has around 30 species of mammal roaming 200 hectares of land, plus a few birds, reptiles and invertebrates.

Kidz-a-loud (6 miles)

Wirral

Kidz-a-loud Hang tough on the climbing wall, become a hot shot with ball cannons, have a go at the super car track and enjoy the fabulous soft play den.

Monkey Bizness (6 miles)

Wirral

Monkey Bizness Indoor family entertainment centre providing fun indoor soft play facilities for children under the age of 12. We have a full service restaurant offering a tasty choice of healthy food plus facilities to host your child’s birthday party.

The Bowl Bromborough (6 miles)

Bromborough

The Bowl Bromborough Classic family friendly tenpin bowling, with gutter guards and bowling ramps to give the kids a chance! Great on a wet day.

Go Kids Play Centre (7 miles)

Liverpool

Go Kids Play Centre Multi-tiered soft play centre, providing a safe, secure and stimulating play environment, catering for children from 0 to 12 years.

Speke Hall (7 miles)

Liverpool

Speke Hall For less boisterous children this is a rare example of a Tudor manor house with restored Victorian interiors, surrounded by attractive gardens protected by a collar of woodland. Very impressive.

Farmer Teds Farm Park (8 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.

Thurstaston Nature Reserve (8 miles)

Wirral

Thurstaston Nature Reserve This beautifully rich parkland offers an astonishing range of wildlife habitats with its deciduous and coniferous woodland, grass meadow and fresh water.

Pots to Paint Ceramic Studio (9 miles)

St Helens

Pots to Paint Ceramic Studio Family friendly pottery painting studio with a great selection and a helpful attitude.

Church Farm (9 miles)

Wirral

Church Farm Organic food, friendly animals, beautiful views, fun family events: come and enjoy the Church Farm experience!

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre (9 miles)

Widnes

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre For a great family day out, visit Catalyst, where science and technology come alive through a host of interactive exhibits and hands-on displays. Our award winning centre has three galleries to explore including the glass walled rooftop Observatory reached by the scenic glass lift. Science has never been so much fun!

Mini Monsters Fun House (9 miles)

Neston

Mini Monsters Fun House Children's Indoor play centre for ages 0-9

China Butterfly Craft Centre (9 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.

Hilbre Islands (9 miles)

Dee Estuary

Hilbre Islands This is not for the faint hearted or ill prepared, it's worth it but it's a hefty walk and you must stick to the tidal times to avoid getting trapped! Keep your eyes peeled for seals. Pre booking and permits required for groups of over six.

World of Glass (9 miles)

St Helens

World of Glass The World of Glass in St Helens is a wonderful day out with a difference, showing how glass has changed our world forever. Witness live glass blowing demonstrations, explore the Victorian glass and step back in time in our two museum galleries. Also why not visit the Artisan shop and Kaleidoscope canal side café, both situated within the World of Glass.

Happy Hippos Play Centre (10 miles)

Ormskirk

Happy Hippos Play Centre Multi tiered colourful play structure with oodles of fun features and a separate baby toddler area.

Treasure Island Soft Play (10 miles)

St Helens

Treasure Island Soft Play Pirate themed adventure soft play for the under 11s, with dedicated toddler area, pirate ship mainframe and jungle sports court.

Widnes Superbowl at The Hive (10 miles)

Widnes

Widnes Superbowl at The Hive Family friendly ten pin bowling and a kids' soft play besides. Glow in the dark balls and pins to add extra fun and sparkle to your bowling session.

Silly Billys Indoor Playcentre (10 miles)

Ellesmere Port

Silly Billys Indoor Playcentre Great kids indoor playcentre in the Wirral - waiting for more info and pics coming soon

Charleys Ceramics (10 miles)

Ellesmere Port

Charleys Ceramics Ceramic painting workshop in a lovely setting by the Manchester ship canal. Painting, pancakes, ice cream, candy floss, popcorn and pick n mix. Bring the family and paint together a range of crafts including ornaments, plates, mugs, teapots and cake stands. Babies' hand and footprints are memories to treasure.

Caferamics (10 miles)

Wirral

Caferamics Indoor ceramic cafe in Kirby

Formby Nature Reserve (11 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.

Crazy Town (11 miles)

Ellesmere Port

Crazy Town Great playcentre with an Aussie theme - a good play frame with a fun ball blower.

Nye Bevan Pool (11 miles)

Skelmersdale

Nye Bevan Pool Offering standard swimming fare with a diving pool and two diving boards for public use.

Just Pottering About (12 miles)

Wigan

Just Pottering About Child friendly pottery studio.

Vue Cinema - Ellesmere Port (12 miles)

Ellesmere Port

Vue Cinema - Ellesmere Port Cheshire Oaks has 16 screens, a games room, Baskins and Robbins ice cream and is set near several different restaurants and bars

Tenpin Cheshire Oaks (12 miles)

Cheshire Oaks

Tenpin Cheshire Oaks Family fun for everyone! Bowling brings the family together for an active and exciting few hours, there are other activities to such as Pool, Lazer or our Beach Road Cafe Bar!

Blue Planet Aquarium (12 miles)

Ellesmere Port

Blue Planet Aquarium Blue Planet Aquarium has over 100 living displays in six themed areas showcasing a spectacular variety of life from the deep. Visit our Caribbean Reef display, complete with 230ft underwater tunnel, which houses Europe's largest collection of sharks Â– including the Jawsome three metre long Sand Tiger Sharks.

Pots U Paint (13 miles)

Burscough

Pots U Paint Family friendly pottery painting studio with educational and special needs assistance available.

Ainsdale Beach (13 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.

Sue's Madhouse (13 miles)

Runcorn

Sue's Madhouse - Runcorn has a indoor soft play centre for babies and children from 0 to 9/10 years (height restriction applies). Come and enjoy a relaxing coffee and a snack in comfortable surroundings while your children have a fantastic time running around.

Norton Priory Museum and Gardens (13 miles)

Runcorn

Norton Priory Museum and Gardens A safe and friendly place to explore history and get close to nature! Explore and enjoy as a family - it's a museum, a garden, woodland, a nature haven, an art adventure and a peek into the past all rolled into one!

Halton Miniature Railway (13 miles)

Runcorn

Halton Miniature Railway Known throughout the world to all enthusiasts, this railway system is staffed by volunteers. It has a track gauge of 71/4 inches, and operates a passenger service every Sunday afternoon throughout the year in the Town Park, Stockham Lane, Runcorn. Great idea if you're looking for family days out in Cheshire.

Prendoolys (13 miles)

St Helens

Prendoolys St Helen's biggest and best children’s indoor adventure play area, designed from the ground up to deliver countless hours of family fun!

WWT Martin Mere (14 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.

Gullivers World (14 miles)

Warrington

Gullivers World A family theme park designed to cater for families with children between the age of two and thirteen. All its rides and attractions are designed to offer the whole family a full day out of fun and excitement.

Greenfield Valley Heritage Park (14 miles)

Holywell

Greenfield Valley Heritage Park An attractive collection of original and reconstructed local buildings, which provide a fascinating insight into times past. For younger children there are farm animals, an adventure playground and special children's activities.

Three Sisters Race Circuit (14 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.

Chester Zoo (15 miles)

Chester

Chester Zoo Chester Zoo offers a fun and stimulating day out for everyone, no matter what age or ability. As well as the 500 different species of animals and award-winning gardens, they also offer first class facilities that ensure your day out really is as enjoyable as possible.

Windmill Animal Farm (15 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.

Funny Bones Indoor Soft Play Centre (15 miles)

Flint

Funny Bones Indoor Soft Play Centre a great purpose built play structure which incorparates a Twin lane astra slide, spiral slide, dizy disk, rollers and more. There is a purpose built car track has a great range of Little Tykes Cars - to keep those young ones busy.

Formby Beach (15 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.

The Jungle - Wild Play and Party (15 miles)

Warrington

The Jungle - Wild Play and Party boasts three great play areas. The main area includes a huge 13m, 4-lane waterfall effect astro slide, two great trampolines, ball pool, snake slide and much more.

Speedkarting Warrington (15 miles)

Warrington

Speedkarting Warrington An Indoor circuit, 1000m in length, accepting drivers from as young as ten. They are a very well established set up and family friendly.

CoCos Playbarn (15 miles)

Frodsham

CoCos Playbarn - really nice kids indoor play centre in Frodsham - ring for more details

Fun2B (15 miles)

Warrington

Fun2B Fun2b is just what parents have been looking for – an exciting and adventurous activity centre for 0-11years(height limit 4ft 9), combining fantastic play facilities with an excellent, healthy eating café.

Dunes Splash World (15 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!

Model Railway Village (15 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.

Blacon Adventure Playground (15 miles)

Chester

Blacon Adventure Playground Large enclosed site includes adventure play structures, a city farm, environmental play areas and a large indoor play barn. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Chester with kids.

Rumble Tumble Playcentre (15 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

AMF Wigan (15 miles)

Wigan

AMF Wigan Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Ice Blok Synthetic Ice Rink (16 miles)

Warrington

Ice Blok Synthetic Ice Rink Synthetic "Ice" Skating rink is based within the Cockhedge shopping park in Warrington town centre. The family attraction is the only eco friendly synthetic ice rink to be listed with NISA (National Ice Skating association). Other attractions on site include an Adventure play area for the under 5's and our unique Active Play Wall and 5 star cafe.

Rufford Old Hall (16 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.

Premier Bowl and Laser Southport (16 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.

Wizz Kidz Playcentre (16 miles)

Queensferry

Wizz Kidz Playcentre The play centre is full of fun for all ages including a fab toddler area with a ball blower, a funky rainbow astra slide, a dance zone and even a football table for the older kids!

Funky Monkeys Funky Town (16 miles)

Chester

Funky Monkeys Funky Town - caters for children aged between 0-10 with everything from baby sensory rooms, ball pits, climbing frames, huge wavy slides, toddler and disco zones and so much more!

UGC Cinema (16 miles)

Chester

UGC Cinema Six screen multiplex on the outskirts of Chester

Tenpin Chester (16 miles)

Chester

Tenpin Chester Tenpin Chester offers 30 lanes of bowling megafun! Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards.

The Craftwork Studio (16 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.

Northgate Arena (16 miles)

Chester

Northgate Arena has a beach type effect swimming pools which has small slides for the younger visitor and a full size flume for the more adventurous - plus loads more sport facilities. Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Cheshire.

Greenacres Animal Park (16 miles)

Mancot

Greenacres Animal Park Greenacres Farm Park offers fun days out for children of all ages, including schools and playgroups, with lots of farm & zoo animals to see, together with rides, amusements, a licensed bar & pool and games room.

Ghost Hunter Trail (17 miles)

Chester

Ghost Hunter Trail If you think, what on earth is this doing on a family daysout website, well some kids like ghosts and ghost stories, and some kids don't - you know your kids - so you decide - more details if you click the info button!

Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway (17 miles)

Chester

Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway is a 7¼" gauge railway located in the beautiful surroundings of Chester’s Grosvenor Park and is only a few minutes walk from the city centre. Fun for all the family and popular with young and old alike it has become one of Chester's top tourist attractions.

Crackpots (17 miles)

Warrington

Crackpots The only combined indoor play centre and paint your own pottery studio cafe in the area. Great for kids, mums, dads and carers.

Dewa Roman Experience (17 miles)

Chester

Dewa Roman Experience Step aboard a Roman Galley and sail back in time to revisit the streets of Roman Chester. Explore 3 metre deep archaeological excavations and handle 'dig' discoveries in the 'Finds' room.

Showboats of Chester (17 miles)

Chester

Showboats of Chester Cruise along the beautiful River Dee,passing the sights of the historic City of Chester aboard our luxury boats, Lady Diana and Mark Twain.

Sandy Lane Aqua Park (17 miles)

Chester

Sandy Lane Aqua Park The Aqua Park includes 12 pieces of water equipment operated by sensory, touch pads. These are in place in the summer months and are replaced by play equipment in the winter period.

Ragamuffins (17 miles)

Chester

Ragamuffins - If your youngsters are in need of letting off steam, why not bring them down to ragamuffins? We've got loads of space for them to run around, being the largest soft play area in the north west Ring b4 you go as their website is down

Haigh Country Park (17 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.

Clown Around (18 miles)

Chorley

Clown Around Clown Around - kids indoor play centre with great play structure

Camelot Theme Park (18 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!

Battlefield Live Pennine (18 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!

Planet Mayhem (18 miles)

Buckley

Planet Mayhem Three levels of fun in this 3000 sq feet play area. Please ring b4 you go - as their website is down

Go Ape! Delamere (18 miles)

Northwich

Go Ape! Delamere 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.

Playmates Childrens Play Centre (18 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!

Crocky Trail (19 miles)

Chester

Crocky Trail - is an outdoor adventure trail one mile in length with loads of activities along the way, such as mazes, swings, slides, bridges, tunnels etc, though there is always a way around the more challenging obstacles. Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Cheshire.

The West Lancashire Light Railway (19 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

Pharaohs Play and Party Centre (19 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!

Neptunes Pool (20 miles)

Prestatyn

Neptunes Pool Enjoy the tropical environment of Neptunes Pool. This 25 metre pool caters for all types of swimmers - being shallow at both ends means you have twice the area to rest or practice with the children.

Cheeky Chimps (20 miles)

Atherton

Cheeky Chimps Indoor play centre with sports zone.

Supa Golf (20 miles)

Northwich

Supa Golf Pitch and putt with a difference! Supa Golf clubs and balls are larger making this an easier and more fun version of golf for the whole family to play. Ideal outdoor activity for family days out, birthday parties and youth groups.

Blakemere Craft Centre (20 miles)

Northwich

Blakemere Craft Centre 25 Craft Shops, craft activities include pottery, jewellery making, & variety of crafts inc sock puppet making, eye masks, etc, a children's playbarn, an aquatic & falconry centre with Bird of Prey Flying Displays (Easter - Sept), garden nursery shop, Supagolf 9 hole course ideal for all the family (kids from age 5), adventure play park & excellent restaurant & coffee shop serving homemade food.

Joe Crows Play Stacks Indoor Play Centre (20 miles)

Northwich

Joe Crows Play Stacks Indoor Play Centre - Aerial Runways - Slides - Ladders - Ballpools -Labyrinths - Rickety Rope Bridges

Cheshire Falconry (20 miles)

Northwich

Cheshire Falconry Enjoy the Junior Owl Experience at the Cheshire Falconry Centre. Using the most calm and tolerant birds of prey in the collection, children will have the experience of a lifetime as they fly an owl for the first time.

Druidstone Park (20 miles)

Canterbury

Druidstone Park Whether you are interested in meeting lots of friendly animals, having fun in the adventure play areas, finding peace and tranquility in the enchanted woodland or just relaxing in the idyllic surroundings of the park, you won't be disappointed at Druidstone Park.

Barnabys Playbarn (20 miles)

Northwich

Barnabys Playbarn Housed by Blakemere Craft Centre (see individual listing). Offers a clean stimulating environment in which children can burn off all that energy while exploring their surroundings and developing social skills.

AMF Hollywood Bowl Bolton (20 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!

Stockley Farm (21 miles)

Northwich

Stockley Farm Stockley Farm 'the hands on family day out whatever the weather!' Hop on the tractor and trailer down to the farm. Visit the baby animals and join in at bottle feed time to give the lambs and baby goats a bootle of milk! You can also watch the cows being milked and see the bird of prey displays held on selected days . There are fabulous Indoor and outdoor play areas and the Willow Barn Tearoom.

Tyldesley Pool (21 miles)

Tyldesley

Tyldesley Pool Standard, teaching and diving pools with regular 'fun and floats' sessions, kids' parties, and holiday activities. For toddlers the Swim Tots session includes music and toys in a safe and controlled environment.

Go Ape! Rivington (21 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.

Park View 4U Playing Fields (21 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 (21 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!

Buddys Play (21 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.

Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre (22 miles)

Cotebrook

Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre Set in 50 acres in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre & Countryside Park offers everything for the perfect day out.

Puddletown Pirates of Botany Bay (22 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.

Kaos Indoor High Wire Adventure (22 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.

Little Monsters Mayhem (22 miles)

Salford

Little Monsters Mayhem Little Monsters Mayhem is an indoor play centre; we cater for children from a few weeks old to 11 years. Our Rainforest themed play frame has 3 lanes, waterfall themed slide, sports court, separate toddler frame and padded baby area.

Lytham Hall (22 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.

Cheeky Monkeys (22 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

Cheshire Farm Ice Cream (22 miles)

Chester

Cheshire Farm Ice Cream Homemade ice cream, animal corner, adventure soft play and more: one of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Chester with kids.

Turbary Woods (23 miles)

Preston

Turbary Woods Offers a unique collection of over 90 birds of prey including eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, vultures and more unusual species.

Harrys (23 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.

Sun Centre (23 miles)

Rhyl

Sun Centre Ride the rapids on a tube and descend over 300 feet (THE BUZZ), dare to ride the 200 foot BLACK HOLE. Favourites include the LAGOON POOL with tropical storms, the MONORAIL, the DRAGON SLIDE, SURF POOL and much more - or just relax at our outside SUN DECK and enjoy views of the north wales coast.

Sk8 Madness (23 miles)

Northwich

Sk8 Madness This 25,000 square foot skating facility has a beginners' rink, a recreational rink, and an aggressive skate park.

Rhyl SeaQuarium (23 miles)

Denbighshire

Rhyl SeaQuarium Join us on a voyage of discovery as we travel beneath the waves, from tranquil fresh waters to the cold depths of the abyss.

Wacky Warehouse - Red Lion (23 miles)

Worsley

Wacky Warehouse - Red Lion 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!!

Moss Bank Park (23 miles)

Bolton

Moss Bank Park Popular park with large play area for children, fairground rides, mini steam train and gardens

Molly Mouse Play House (23 miles)

Rhyl

Molly Mouse Play House olly Mouse Playhouse is an Award Winning children's indoor adventure play and party centre open at the weekends to the public. Consisting of a Large soft play frame, Toddlers area, and cafe all inside a beautiful red brick church.

Lakeside Miniature Railway (24 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

Bolton Steam Museum (24 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.

Queens Park (24 miles)

Bolton

Queens Park Fabulous outdoor play park, sand, diggers, great climbing frames, mazes, sculptures, picnic areas and ducks in the lake.

Hippodome (24 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.

Beeston Castle (24 miles)

Tarporley

Beeston Castle Beeston Castle in Tarporley, Cheshire is also known as the the formidable ‘Castle of the Rock’. Climb to the top of this impressive crag with incredible views over eight counties, from the Pennines to the Welsh mountains.

Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive (24 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.

Smithills Open Farm (24 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.

Abbotsfield Park Miniature Railway (24 miles)

Urmston

Abbotsfield Park Miniature Railway Abbotsfield Park Miniature Railway runs most Sundays throughout the year from noon until 5pm and on last check was only 20 pence for a ride - bargain!!

Ribble Steam Railway (24 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.

Monkey Magic (25 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.

Tatton Park (25 miles)

Knutsford

Tatton Park - is an impressive historic estate with four major attractions. Children can feed the goats at the Farm, get lost in the Garden maze, complete the Mansion quiz and discover the Tudor Old Hall. A fun adventure playground and 1,000 acre parkland provide space to run around! Great idea if you're looking for family days out in Cheshire.

Ramp City (25 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.

Fired 4 U (25 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!

Chill Factore (25 miles)

Manchester

Chill Factore Chill Factore brings the complete Alpine ski village experience to the UK for the first time. It's fun for all the family, whether skiing, snowboarding, or enjoying the other snow activities available. Off the slopes, you can browse the shops or grab a bite to eat in the Alpine village.

The 2 Gyms (25 miles)

Winsford

The 2 Gyms Great big playcentre - with loads of things to do for young and old

Airkix Indoor Skydiving (25 miles)

Manchester

Airkix Indoor Skydiving Airkix Indoor Skydiving makes for the ideal family day out, for families looking for something special. Referred to as 'The Smile Factory', ear-to-ear grins are guaranteed. What's more, anybody can fly from the ages of 4 to 104! Pre-booking advised, so book now to experience the magic of flight!

Rascals Party and Play Centre (25 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!

Mini Magees Party and Play Centre (25 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.

Polar Palace (25 miles)

Winsford

Polar Palace Come and experience the Polar Adventure where there are 3 levels of amazing fun. Try the giant astra ski slide, play in the sports zone, whizz around the kiddicar track, crawl through the ice cavern or splash into the ball pools

Harris Museum & Art Gallery (25 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.

Jolly Jungle Play and Party Centre (25 miles)

Wrexham

Jolly Jungle Play and Party Centre The Jolly Jungle boasts scrambles, mazes, slides, ballpools plus lots, lots more to entertain your children 7 days a week.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach (25 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.

Aerial Extreme (25 miles)

Manchester

Aerial Extreme Join us for a unique, fun-packed experience on one of the world's most awesome outdoor High Ropes Adventure Courses, with over 38 exciting obstacles!

Namco Funscape Manchester (25 miles)

Manchester

Namco Funscape Manchester Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Paradise Island Adventure Golf (25 miles)

Manchester

Paradise Island Adventure Golf Prepare to experience something pretty unique, two eighteen hole indoor mini-golf courses set amidst a tropical paradise inside the Trafford Centre, Manchester. Forget Crazy Golf - this is Adventure Golf.

Brockholes Nature Reserve (25 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.

Blackpool Ice Arena (25 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.

Silver Blades Ice Rink (25 miles)

Altrincham

Silver Blades Ice Rink There are different kinds of skating session at the rink, such as Public Skating, After Skool Skate, Chill Out, Disco Skate, Easy Skate, Disco Revival and Family Skate sessions.

Sandcastle Waterworld (26 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!

Antz in your Pantz (26 miles)

Timperley

Antz in your Pantz is a fantastic and unique adventure playcentre and art room in Timperley, Altrincham. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Cheshire with kids

Lakeside SuperBowl Preston (26 miles)

Preston

Lakeside SuperBowl Preston Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards.

Legoland Discovery Centre (26 miles)

Manchester

Legoland Discovery Centre Step inside Legoland Discovery Centre and it's like you have just jumped into the biggest box of Lego bricks ever! Enter Merlin's magical potion room and discover a Lego wizard's world of spells and sorcery. With over 2 million Lego bricks under one roof, what will you discover?

Land of Play Indoor Play Centre (26 miles)

Trafford Park

Land of Play Indoor Play Centre Land of Play is a stimulating, safe, fun, healthy recreation area for children of all age groups, creating an atmosphere for pantomime and make believe

Wacky Warehouse - Ancient Oak (26 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!!!

Little Lagoon at West View L C (26 miles)

Preston

Little Lagoon at West View L C Colourful adventure soft play zone within a leisure centre.

Blackpool Model Village and Gardens (27 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 (27 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 (27 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!

Tenpin Wrexham (27 miles)

Wrexham

Tenpin Wrexham Everything you need for a great family day out all under one roof! We have 24 lanes for bowling fun, state of the art arcades, big screen TV and delicious food from the Beach Road Cafe, you don't need to go anywhere else!

Aardvark Adventure Playbarn (27 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.

Blackpool Zoo (27 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.

Run Around Playcentre (27 miles)

Wrexham

Run Around Playcentre One of the largest play zones in North Wales. Whether sliding down the Astra slide, going through the Blackout Tunnel or exploring the Look out Tower or playing in the toddler zone, there's something for everyone.

1st Bowl Blackpool (27 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!

Daytona Karting (27 miles)

Trafford Park

Daytona Karting Bambino Karting is available at all of Daytona's Race Venues for drivers aged 5-7 years (as well as for 8+) . All three venues have designed and built dedicated beginner circuits for the Bambino Experience.

Happy Daze Play And Party Centre (27 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!

The Lowry (28 miles)

Salford Quays

The Lowry The Lowry is a spectacular waterside building housing theatres, galleries, restaurant, café/bars, gift shop and Tourist Information Centre. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, the Meet Mr Lowry film, work by Britain’s most popular artist alongside contemporary art plus a wealth of fabulous theatre entertainment and participatory activity for all ages.

Manchester United Museum and Tour (28 miles)

Old Trafford

Manchester United Museum and Tour Manchester United Museum and Tour - Come and see for yourself why more than 200,000 people visit the Museum every year! Young or old, United fan or not, it really is something to savour and tell your friends and family about.

Funtastic (28 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!

Wythenshawe Park Farm (28 miles)

Wythenshawe

Wythenshawe Park Farm The Farm offers an exciting opportunity for children to learn about where food comes from and witness the hustle and bustle and all the elements of a working countryside farm within an urban setting. There is a play park and lots of other facilities as well.

Cholmondeley Castle Gardens (28 miles)

Malpas

Cholmondeley Castle Gardens A variety of classic and unusual gardening styles adorn this beautifully landscaped spot, with nature trails, playground and picnic facilities also on site. Please note the limited opening times.

Pottery Corner (28 miles)

Chorlton

Pottery Corner Have you been painting for years and fancy a go at a new medium? Maybe you've never lifted a brush but would love a personalised mug for work. Those of you who say you have no artistic ability - come along and let us prove you wrong

Wythenshawe Park (28 miles)

Wythenshawe

Wythenshawe Park A great park offering a massive range of things to do: crazy golf, pitch and putt, community farm, outdoor play area, woodland walks, 16th century hall, 16 football pitches

Safe Play Centre (28 miles)

Preston

Safe Play Centre Private hire personal service soft play for special needs children. Truly magical range of interactive equipment purpose designed.

Giddy Kids Play Centre (28 miles)

Preston

Giddy Kids Play Centre Giddy Kids Play Centre - kids indoor playcentre in Preston

Anchorsawayplay (28 miles)

Wythenshawe

Anchorsawayplay One of the latest and most challenging play frames in the country for both young babies to toddlers and for children up to the age of 11

Head Over Heels Indoor Play Centre (28 miles)

Chorlton

Head Over Heels Indoor Play Centre Three levels of soft play fun reaching a mind blowing 6.5m height. The fastest way to get down is on the fiery 3-lane astro slide – if you can make it past the Dragon. One of the many good places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Manchester.

Splash at Riverside (28 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!

Wellybobs (28 miles)

Darwen

Wellybobs Wildlife, arts and crafts, sing alongs, Ladybug garden, adventure playground with zippy swing: a really good range.

Thingamajigz (29 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.

Manchester Airport Tour Centre (29 miles)

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport Tour Centre Trained guides show the airport's facilities to over 20,000 visitors each year with superb audio visual and lecture facilities contained in the Tour Centre. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Manchester

Boogle's Barn (29 miles)

Malpas

Boogle's Barn Multi-level soft adventure play with giant Astra Slides and Helipad, Separate Toddlers area, Indoor electric go-karts (18months – 12yrs), Creation Station pottery painting. Full day care, crèche and out of school club child care facilities. Boogle’s Pit-stop café serving a wide selection of healthy meals, snacks and drinks. Themed parties and private party rooms.

Museum of Science and Industry (29 miles)

Manchester

Museum of Science and Industry The whole family has fun at MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry) in Manchester. Situated in five large buildings packed with exciting galleries, exhibitions and daily events, there is something for everyone to experience and enjoy.

Blackburn Ice Arena (29 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.

Waves Water Fun Centre (29 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.

East Lancashire Railway (29 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.

The Fusilier Museum (29 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.

ZuuKidz (29 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.

Vertical Chill Ice Wall Manchester (30 miles)

Manchester

Vertical Chill Ice Wall Manchester is a refrigerated unit running through a climbing shop's 2 floors. Inside at a constant -12°C an 8 metre concave real ice climbing wall presents a steep challenge to both novice and accomplished climbers. Strict lower age limit of 14 years old, with conditions.

Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery (30 miles)

Blackburn

Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery A fascinating collection of art which includes oils and watercolours, Japanese prints and Christian icons.

Manchester Spy Treasure Trail (30 miles)

Manchester

Manchester Spy Treasure 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!

Blackburn Bowlplex (30 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?

Burrs Activity Centre (30 miles)

Bury

Burrs Activity Centre Canoeing - Archery -Kayaking - -Rafting - Climbing on the indoor climbing wall - -Abseiling - Team building and problem solving - Orienteering

Tenpin Bury Pilsworth (30 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!

Opera House and Palace Theatre (30 miles)

Manchester

Opera House and Palace Theatre Great pantomimes and plays are staged throughout the year aimed specifically at children and families

IMAX Manchester (30 miles)

Manchester

IMAX Manchester Taking film to the max, an IMAX film is a futuristic ride of adventure and spectacular 2D and 3D effects, taking you through the cinema screen and into the heart of the action. One of the many good places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Manchester.

Heaton Park (30 miles)

Prestwich

Heaton Park Great Animal Centre, two dedicated children's play areas providing a range of activities for children aged from 3 years up to 14 years, rowing boats, tram rides, pitch and putt - loads to do - wow!

Heaton Park Golf Centre (30 miles)

Prestwich

Heaton Park Golf Centre Voted "Best Municipal Golf Course of the Year" in both GolfPunk (Jan/Feb 06) and Esquire (Aug 06) Magazines. 18-hole Championship Golf Course - 18-hole par-3 pitch and putt course - Junior Golf Development Academy

Manchester Aquatics Centre (30 miles)

Ardwick

Manchester Aquatics Centre The Manchester Aquatics Centre is the fantastic venue purpose built for the Commonwealth Games. There are special family sessions which have been specifically designed for those with children. These sessions offer a calm and enjoyable environment for young and old alike. The perfect family day out!

Chinese Arts Centre (30 miles)

Manchester

Chinese Arts Centre Chinese Arts Centre is the international agency for the development and promotion of contemporary Chinese artists.Our work covers many areas including exhibitions.

The Manchester Museum (30 miles)

Manchester

The Manchester Museum Come face-to-face with live frogs and snakes, meet Stan the T.rex or see a helmet made from the skull of a porcupine fish. Draw, play and relax, get up close to objects, follow trails or borrow a backpack full of gallery activities. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Manchester with kids.

Greater Manchester Police Museum (30 miles)

Manchester

Greater Manchester Police Museum Imagine stepping back in time to a Victorian Manchester, not the city of commerce and corporate splendour but a hidden city of gas lamps and narrow alleys, of slums and unruly alehouses.

Projekts Indoor Skatepark (30 miles)

Manchester

Projekts Indoor Skatepark Under cover skatepark with well maintained, classic features to practice or show off on, depending on your skill level! No posted lower age limit, parental supervision required.

Museum of Transport (30 miles)

Cheetham Hill

Museum of Transport All sorts of vehicles stretching back 100 years, with numerous photographs exploring the changing scene of transport.

AMF Bury (30 miles)

Bury

AMF Bury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Only Foals and Horses Sanctuary (30 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.

Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre (30 miles)

Macclesfield

Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre Our science centre allows families to come and discover the wonders of the Universe and learn about the workings of Jodrell Bank.

Tenpin Parrs Wood (31 miles)

Manchester

Tenpin Parrs Wood Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Laser Quest (31 miles)

Manchester

Laser Quest Laser Quest is the world's best known and most exciting brand of Laser Tag game.

Tenpin Didsbury (31 miles)

East Didsbury

Tenpin Didsbury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Tenpin has 26 lanes!

Wacky Warehouse - The Bell House (31 miles)

East Didsbury

Wacky Warehouse - The Bell House An indoor play building with a large number of games and play structure children under 4ft 9ins tall. We also hold Parent and Toddler sessions during the week. An excellent place to go for a good night out as the complex also has bowling, a cinema, health club, bingo and a Travel Lodge.

Nantwich Outdoor Brine Pool (31 miles)

Nantwich

Nantwich Outdoor Brine Pool Warmed outdoor brine pool. The outdoor pool is open for the summer season on May - October. Also has indoor pool with teaching pool and cyber cafe.

Plas Madoc Leisure and Activity Centre (31 miles)

Wrexham

Plas Madoc Leisure and Activity Centre Plas Madoc is renowned for its Leisure Pool 'The Tropical Lagoon'. It is the perfect place for the family to have fun. Walk along the surf, climb on the crocodile, slide down the elephant and the snake or play in the waves.

Manchester Climbing Centre (31 miles)

Manchester

Manchester Climbing Centre The North West's premier indoor climbing wall. We run sessions for all ages and abilities, including kids clubs, birthday parties, family taster sessions and adult beginners courses. Outdoor sessions also run in summer. Climbing is a great fun activity for all the family, so head down and have a go!

Helmshore Mills Textile Museum (31 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!

Madhatters Play Cafe and Party (31 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.

Playtime Soft Play Centre (31 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.

Funizuz Play Centre (31 miles)

Stockport

Funizuz Play Centre Indoor soft play centre, ceramic pot painting studio, café, birthday parties, toddler activities, clay hand and foot imprints, children's fashion, accessories and gifts.

Manchester City FC Experience (31 miles)

SportCity

Manchester City FC Experience The Manchester City Experience - Museum & Stadium Tour combines the rich sporting history of Manchester City Football Club with a 75 minute tour of the awe inspiring City of Manchester Stadium. Blue Moon I saw you standing alone.

Lakeside SuperBowl Crewe (32 miles)

Crewe

Lakeside SuperBowl Crewe Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Funsters (32 miles)

Crewe

Funsters - triple level indoor soft play centre

Totally Ape (32 miles)

Old Colwyn

Totally Ape Monkey themed shenanigans on the main multi tiered play frame as well as the separate baby and toddler area. For under 12s. Free parking, free WiFi.

Old Colwyn Beach (32 miles)

Colwyn Bay

Old Colwyn Beach Great for waters sports, sea fishing and sand castles, cycling and hiking and with good immediate amenities. Busy in the summer.

Oswaldtwistle Mills (32 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.

Runamok (32 miles)

Rossendale

Runamok Multicoloured multitiered adventure soft play with dedicated baby play area and cafe.

Eirias Park and Waterpark (32 miles)

Colwyn Bay

Eirias Park and Waterpark Extensive children's outdoor play area, indoor swimming and leisure pool with water features and slide, sporting opportunities and masses of gorgeous parkland.

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.

Wacky Warehouse - Rookery Wood (33 miles)

Crewe

Wacky Warehouse - Rookery Wood - the usual setup for Wacky Warehouses. Have a nice hour off while the kids run round like loons on the indoor play structure - lovely!!

KK5 Indoor Playcentre (33 miles)

Stockport

KK5 Indoor Playcentre KK5 Indoor Playcentre is a large playcentre suitable for children up to 12 years old. There are great slides for the older ones and a lovely soft play area for the younger kids.

Little Treasures (33 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

Llangollen Wharf (33 miles)

Llangollen

Llangollen Wharf Horse Drawn Boat Trips - Experience for yourself the pleasure of a horse drawn boat trip on the beautiful Llangollen Canal. Watch the fish swim lazily by in the clear water delivered fresh from the River Dee as your boat glides silently through the Welsh mountains.

Llangollen Railway (33 miles)

Llangollen

Llangollen Railway Take a sixteen mile round trip through the beautiful Dee Valley on a fantastic steam train - it could be like going back in time as you pass through the stations.

Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker (33 miles)

Nantwich

Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker Discover the secret world of nuclear government For over 50 years this vast underground complex, remained secret, hidden on the outskirts of a sleepy Cheshire town.

Hat Works (33 miles)

Stockport

Hat Works The UK’s only museum dedicated solely to the hatting industry, hats and headwear! An award winning interactive Visitor Attraction housed in a restored Grade ll listed ex hat factory. Fun and educational.

Glaze Away (33 miles)

Colwyn Bay

Glaze Away Pick your pottery item from a great selection, choose your artistic method and before you know it you've got our own artwork. Great for creative types.

Wacky Warehouse - Band Stand (33 miles)

Gorton

Wacky Warehouse - Band Stand 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!!!

Debdale Outdoor Centre (33 miles)

Gorton

Debdale Outdoor Centre - is a modern purpose-built outdoor centre owned and operated by Manchester City Council. We provide an exciting range of activities in Greater Manchester and further a field in the Peak District, North Wales and North West England.

Tenpin Stockport (33 miles)

Stockport

Tenpin Stockport Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Accrington Superbowl (33 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!

Air Raid Shelters (33 miles)

Stockport

Air Raid Shelters First-hand experience of daily life in 1940s, war-torn Britain. A labyrinth of tunnels under part of the town centre provided shelter - and a way of life - for Stockport and Manchester families through the dark days of the Blitz.

Staircase House (33 miles)

Stockport

Staircase House Explore domestic history throughout the house, peel back the bedclothes of the four poster bed, sit at the 18th Century dining table, and try your hand at quill pen writing!

Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Play Centre (33 miles)

Stockport

Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Play Centre A fun soft play challenge on two levels with different activities to promote motor skills, coordination, increase activity levels whilst promoting social development.

Ski Rossendale (34 miles)

Rawtenstall

Ski Rossendale Kids Club runs on Saturday Mornings at Ski Rossendale - there are classes for snowboarders and skiers.

Wild Things (34 miles)

Stockport

Wild Things Animal themed bright and colourful adventure soft play.

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!

Vernon Park Museum (34 miles)

Stockport

Vernon Park Museum Local history museum with varying events programme throughout the year.

Kiddly Beanz (34 miles)

Manchester

Kiddly Beanz Indoor two story equipment which is exclusively designed for 0-9s with a very high safety factor. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Edinburgh with kids.

Welsh Mountain Zoo (34 miles)

Colwyn Bay

Welsh Mountain Zoo Set in North Wales, high above Colwyn Bay with panoramic views and breathtaking scenery. Spend a perfect day at this family friendly Zoo, in the company of rare and endangered animals from Britain and around the World including red pandas, brown bears, monkeys and tigers!

The Potters Barn (34 miles)

Sandbach

The Potters Barn A working pottery where you can have a go! Play with Clay, Paint Pottery or have a go on the Potters Wheel. Fun for all the family. Take your masterpieces home.

Awesome Walls Climbing Stockport (34 miles)

Stockport

Awesome Walls Climbing Stockport Indoor rock climbing is a fun and enjoyable way to exercise and an excellent way to keep the kids fit and healthy. We have always strived to offer the best indoor climbing experience - friendly staff, interesting routes, centre cleanliness.

Run Of The Mill Indoor Play Centre (34 miles)

Stockport

Run Of The Mill Indoor Play Centre The perfect place to visit if you care about cleanliness, great food and a safe, fun environment for the little ones! Our play areas are designed to stimulate, exercise and excite and there is something for all ages - from the tiniest tot up to 12!

Glazey Days (34 miles)

Fleetwood

Glazey Days Family friendly pottery studio who also offer children's parties. Unleash their creativity!

Beach and Marine Gardens (34 miles)

Flettwood

Beach and Marine Gardens Crazy golf, adventure play, pitch and putt, trampolines, inflatable castle and paddling pool, all on the beachside.

Skatecity (35 miles)

Stockport

Skatecity Featured on ITV's The Feel Good Factor. Varied skating sessions evenings only except during school holidays.

Wacky Warehouse - Heath Farm (35 miles)

Congleton

Wacky Warehouse - Heath Farm - follows the usual Wacky Warehouse formula. Has a great kids play structure which the ankle biters can run themselves silly on - while you sit down and have a well earned cup on tea.... aaaah!!

Brookside Miniature Railway (35 miles)

Poynton

Brookside Miniature Railway Superb train ride for families and enthusiasts. Authentic detail in near half-mile circuit through the beautiful gardens of a large garden centre. Authentic GWR station, full-size signal box and museum of railway relics. Great place to go with the children if you are looking for family days out in Cheshire.

AMF Hollywood Bowl Manchester (35 miles)

Manchester

AMF Hollywood Bowl Manchester Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Old Holly Farm (36 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.

The Skate Station (36 miles)

Tameside

The Skate Station Family friendly rollerskating rink offering family and beginners' sessions. Keep fit, have fun, and show the kids what you've got!

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.

Animal Quackers Park Farm (36 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.

Llandudno Swimming Centre (36 miles)

Llandudno

Llandudno Swimming Centre The swimming pool is open 7 days a week and offers a full range of swimming based activities for all ages and abilities. There are Fun Sessions with The Challenge inflatable for children.

The Fun Depot (36 miles)

Ashton Under Lyne

The Fun Depot Bright and cheery age segregated play areas, a peaceful sensory room, fully equipped sports court, and a dedicated nursing and feeding room.

Kids@Play (37 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.

Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre (37 miles)

Conwy

Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre Indoor play facility within a leisure centre so the bigs can do sport while the smalls bounce about!

Hyde Leisure Pool (37 miles)

Hyde

Hyde Leisure Pool 'Red Ripster' Aqua slide - Wave machine - White water channel - Water cannons - Geysers - Bubble Pool - Cafe and air conditioned eating area. One of the many good places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Manchester.

Pots 2 Colour (37 miles)

Llandudno

Pots 2 Colour one for all the family offering a fun combination of ceramic painting, children's art service, hand/foot print service in addition to a quality range of gifts, soft toys, cards and wrapping papers.

Home Front Experience (37 miles)

Llandudno

Home Front Experience Experience the sights, sounds and smells of civilian life during the Second World War at this unique indoor attraction.

AMF Macclesfield (37 miles)

Macclesfields

AMF Macclesfield Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Llandudno Ski and Snowboard Centre (37 miles)

Llandudno

Llandudno Ski and Snowboard Centre They offer the longest toboggan run in Wales and a scenic PermaSnow ski slope. Offering skiing, snowboarding, toboggan and sno-tubing with a fully licensed Alpine Lodge Bar and Restaurant.

Rope Race Climbing and Activity Centre (37 miles)

Stockport

Rope Race Climbing and Activity Centre Fun and exciting rock climbing and archery activities for anyone between the ages of 5-80 years! At our premier indoor climbing and activity centre.

Llandudno Beach (37 miles)

Conwy

Llandudno Beach Vast dark sands with decent swimming if you're being careful, donkey rides, Punch and Judy shows and the longest pier in Wales. Other attractions nearby.

Aberconwy House (37 miles)

Conwy

Aberconwy House Furnished rooms and an audio-visual presentation show daily life from different periods in its history. Features include ghost stories, children's trail and seasonal events.

Conwy Suspension Bridge (37 miles)

Conwy

Conwy Suspension Bridge See how trade and travel brought Conwy to life and discover how a husband and wife kept Thomas Telford's bridge open every day of the year, whatever the weather.

Cheeky Chimps Childrens Play Centre (37 miles)

Oldham

Cheeky Chimps Childrens Play Centre Kids can monkey around in the jungle gym, slither down the spiralling snake slide, or become a hidden crocodile in the ball pit, and for the mums and dads we have comfortable seating, complimentary magazines, and a cafe serving hot and cold drinks and food from our menu.

Great Orme Ancient Mines (37 miles)

Llandudno

Great Orme Ancient Mines A visit to Great Orme Mines is both an enjoyable and educational experience which can be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. Walking through tunnels mined out over 3,500 years ago gives visitors a feel for the harsh conditions our prehistoric ancestors faced in their search for copper.

Great Orme Aerial Cable Cars (37 miles)

Llandudno

Great Orme Aerial Cable Cars The longest Aerial Cabin Lift in the UK. Leaves from happy Valley, there's a cafe at summit and spectacular views of Puffin Island.

Glan Y Gors Park Karting (38 miles)

Corwen

Glan Y Gors Park Karting This is an outdoor circuit with an overall length of 1100 metres. The minimum age for drivers is 9 years old.

Lyme Park (38 miles)

Disley

Lyme Park Adventure playground and lots of children's events throughout the year. Vast medieval deer park, moorland and woodland estate to explore