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Family Days Out near to Melkesham
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Boomerang Play Centre (< 1 mile)
Melkesham
Boomerang Play Centre Kids indoor play centre with a separate area for toddlers.
Lacock Village Treasure Trail (3 miles)
Chippenham
Lacock Village Treasure Trail The fun way to explore the unspoilt medieval village of Lacock! Set in delightful Cotswold countryside, this self-guided walking Trail and puzzle is just one of over 25 brilliant family Trails in Wiltshire. Simply follow the Trail, solve the clues and see the sights!
Trowbridge Sports Centre (6 miles)
Trowbridge
Trowbridge Sports Centre Swimming facilities and diving pool, depth 4m, with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.
Bowood House & Gardens (6 miles)
Calne
Bowood House & Gardens Children love Bowood! There's space to run and play and beautiful parkland and a waterfall to enjoy, but the main reason kids love Bowood is because it's home to one of the best adventure playgrounds in the country.
Wiltshire Heritage Museum (6 miles)
Devizes
Wiltshire Heritage Museum Has an international reputation and attracts visitors from all over the world. There are great activities for Children as you walk around the museum which includes dressing up boxes, brass rubbing, and puzzles, find the face walk round game, re-build Stonehenge and much more.
Hope Nature Centre (6 miles)
Trowbridge
Hope Nature Centre A lovely animal centre with lots of animals to see and wonderful walks. Visit the squirrel's tea room too.
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre (7 miles)
Devizes
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre childrens indoor soft play centre in Devizes.
Calne Leisure Centre (7 miles)
Calne
Calne Leisure Centre An indoor leisure centre with a range of activities for visitors of all ages! Swim, climb and much more.
Kulula Kidz (7 miles)
Westbury
Kulula Kidz Newly refurbished soft play centre, bright and colourful with plenty of features and an educational bias at no detriment to the fun! Cafe with supervision seating.
American Museum in Britain (8 miles)
Bath
American Museum in Britain American Museum has period rooms showing how Americans lived from 17th century to 1865 also has a renowned American quilt collection. New, opening in April 2007 is the American Heritage display in the basement with interactive displays also Native American displays. Beautiful grounds. Café. Shops.
Jesters Adventure Play (8 miles)
Caine
Jesters Adventure Play Offers all year round, all weather fun for children under 12 years old. With play over three levels, your kids can explore, play and make new friends in total safety whilst you relax.
Brokerswood Country Park (8 miles)
Westbury
Brokerswood Country Park An outdoors day out for all the family, a great country park with picnic areas, woodland trails and play areas. A fabulous day out for the family in 80 acres of beautiful woodland. The park includes play areas, and enchanting narrow gauge railway and a fishing lake.
Drive Tech Ltd (9 miles)
Chippenham
Drive Tech Ltd offer Kids Karting in Wiltshire for anyone aged 10-15 years old (min 4'8" in height). Here young drivers can learn top-class racing skills, under the professional supervision of their marshals and experienced instructors.
Prior Park Landscape Gardens (9 miles)
Bath
Prior Park Landscape Gardens One of only four Palladian bridges of this design in the world can be crossed at Prior Park, which was created in the 18th century. A beautiful afternoon can be spent here especially if you've got your walking shoes on! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Bath with kids.
Zany Zone Softplay (10 miles)
Bath
Zany Zone Softplay A soft indoor adventure playground with three floors of fun. Try the log ramps, ball pits, cargo nets, tunnels and slides. There is an area dedicated for toddlers.
Bath Boating Station (10 miles)
Bath
Bath Boating Station Rowing, punting and canoeing on the delightful River Avon at Bath.
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum (10 miles)
Bath
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum Celebrating, cherishing and continuing the story of the Abbey site.
Roman Baths and Museum (10 miles)
Bath
Roman Baths and Museum See the water's source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements. New for 2006: 'Meet the Romans' (children's audioguide tour).
The Little Theatre Cinema (10 miles)
Bath
The Little Theatre Cinema A quaint little picture house showing the best in mainstream, arthouse, foreign and independent film.
Theatre Royal Bath (10 miles)
Bath
Theatre Royal Bath Brimming with history, the Theatre Royal Bath is one of the oldest and most beautiful theatres in Britain. Comprising three auditoria, the Main House, Ustinov and the egg theatre for children and young people, a wonderfully varied programme of top quality entertainment is on offer all year round.
Fashion Museum (10 miles)
Bath
Fashion Museum A World-class collection of contemporary and historical dress.
The Jane Austen Centre (10 miles)
Bath
The Jane Austen Centre Learn more about the famous Jane Austen, visit the delightful Regency Tea Rooms and even make your own Regency Dress!
Royal Victoria Park (10 miles)
Bath
Royal Victoria Park This park boasts a surprising number of child friendly features from the extensive play equipment to the skateboard park, and it's all lovely and free! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Bath with kids.
Bath City Farm (12 miles)
Bath
Bath City Farm A great place to visit with the family, wander around the farm and see the animals, enjoy a picnic in the picturesque picnic area and participate in a the array of events that occur throughout the year.
Kids Combat Adventures (12 miles)
Chippenham
Kids Combat Adventures Provides an exciting outdoor laser tag experience, using state of the art guns with Halo technology. Players will take part in woodland battlefield missions. Parents can enjoy a cuppa at the Naafi or watch their child with camera at the ready.
Avebury Village and Ancient Stones Trail (12 miles)
Malborough
Avebury Village and Ancient Stones Trail Looking for family fun and an interesting way to explore Avebury's ancient stones? Don't just wander aimlessly, enjoy the outdoors with Treasure Trails. Solve treasure hunt style clues and glean fascinating facts whilst exploring the village, henge and circle. Touch the stones, sense the history and solve the mystery!
Avebury Stone Circle (12 miles)
Marlborough
Avebury Stone Circle One of Europe's largest pre-historic stone circles!
Junction 21 Kids Play Centre (13 miles)
Frome
Junction 21 Kids Play Centre is the fun place for children AND adults...Katie has created a relaxed environment for your children where creativity is the name of the game...Slides, ball pools, ropes, swings, nets, you name it and the kids can have fun with it !
Longleat Forest Centre Parcs (13 miles)
Warminster
Longleat Forest Centre Parcs - loads of activities to do with kids including a great indoor swimming centre and the kids love cycling around on their bikes - plus tons more activities - although technically Centre Parcs isn't open to day visitors only residential guests
Longleat Adventure Park (14 miles)
Warminster
Longleat Adventure Park Separate to the Safari Park but on the same site, this is their latest multi million pound attraction with classic redeveloped features mixed with brand new experiences.
Longleat (14 miles)
Warminster
Longleat Explore Jungle Kingdom, a new multi million pound attraction. Go walkabout in the UK's first walkthrough meerkat enclosure, hand feed the Rainbow Lorikeets in the Lorikeet Feeding Station and enjoy the antics of the monkeys in Monkey Temple! Take a sea lion escorted voyage on Jungle Cruise past Gorilla Island or journey on the Jungle Express, a themed railway experience. Don't miss Deer Valley – a new parkland "on foot" experience which allows visitors to feed the fallow deer, plus a new daily birds of prey show - 'Hunters of the Sky' will brought to Longleat by the Hawk Conservancy Trust later this year. The Safari Park will also be introducing the fastest land animal, the cheetah, as it joins the Longleat Big Cats in the new Cheetah Kingdom, which will open later in the year.
Athelstan Museum (15 miles)
Malmesbury
Athelstan Museum A museum capturing the history of Malmesbury.
Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park (15 miles)
Bristol
Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park Families will enjoy a mix of adventure fun and animal interaction all set in the lovely river based country side. Where endless adventures makes a great day out.
Avon Valley Railway (16 miles)
Bristol
Avon Valley Railway This attraction takes young and old back to the trains of yesteryear. Your train will be pulled by a restored steam engine and you can enjoy food and drink in a restored carriage. Not forgetting special trips aboard Thomas the Tank Engine and Santa Steam Specials during the year.
Kingswood Heritage Museum (16 miles)
Warmley
Kingswood Heritage Museum An exciting museum inside the 18th Century brass mill at Warmley, with its icehouse and windmill tower - and the gardens nearby, with grottoes, echo pond and huge statue of Neptune.
Uglybugs Softplay (16 miles)
Bristol
Uglybugs Softplay Bright and colourful adventure softplay for the under 5s, with fun features and age appropriate challenges in a safe and comfortable environment.
Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre (16 miles)
Bath
Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre is a great big play centre with slides, swings and ropes. Separate toddler area and a netted football pitch for indoor ball games. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Somerset with kids
Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre (16 miles)
Radstock
Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre Be the King of the jungle at Cheeky Monkeys soft indoor play area!
Hop Skip and Jump (16 miles)
Kingswood
Hop Skip and Jump A special play and support centre for children with special needs and their families.
Westonbirt The National Arboretum (17 miles)
Tetbury
Westonbirt The National Arboretum The arboretum provides a natural playground. Discover stepping stones, balancing beams and den building areas. Pick up a trail from the Great Oak Hall or download one at www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt-families
Studley Grange Butterfly World (17 miles)
Swindon
Studley Grange Butterfly World Visit the tropics in Wiltshire, rain or shine, summer or winter. You can walk among some of the most beautiful butterflies in the World, flying freely against a backdrop of tropical plants and skimming over fish filled ponds.
Bonkers Childrens Indoor Play Centre (17 miles)
Swindon
Bonkers Childrens Indoor Play Centre - offer a unique play area, featuring BALL CANNONS, MAGIC BALL JUGGLERS, VOLCANO, ROLLER RACERS - how do they work? - BALL LIFTERS, and many other items of interactive equipment, suitable for ALL ages.
Bristol Bowlplex (17 miles)
Bristol
Bristol 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?
Kidz About Adventure Play (18 miles)
Swindon
Kidz About Adventure Play Run around in 20,000 square feet of space that includes play equipment rising to an amazing 6.5m, a four lane astraslide, dropslide, superb twisting spiral slide, separate play area for toddlers and a football/basketball pitch. PLUS A NEW Exclusive play area for non-mobile Babies & A car Track for Toddlers! Plus Plenty of Parking spaces.
Kingswood Leisure Centre (18 miles)
Staple Hill
Kingswood Leisure Centre Large indoor pool with one, three and five meter diving boards and a creche available on site.
Castaways Indoor Play (18 miles)
Bristol
Castaways Indoor Play Kids can explore the two levels of the purpose built play system, which include ramps, a slide and lots of random spongy shapes and places to hide. There’s also a ball pit which is another great place to hide from Mum or Dad.
Lydiard Park (18 miles)
Swindon
Lydiard Park The park has a visitor centre that houses countryside displays and a café. Lydiard Park also has exciting adventure playgrounds for toddlers and older children including an aerial runway. Paths and trails through the woods and by the lake offer glimpses of the many animals and birds which make Lydiard their home.
Stonehenge (18 miles)
Amesbury
Stonehenge - stands as a timeless testimony to the people who built it, between 3000BC and 1500BC. An amazing feat of engineering and arguably the most sophisticated stone circle in the world, it remains a mystery.
Horseworld (18 miles)
Whitchurch
Horseworld Ideal for any horse lovers out there - including grooming, interactive museum, nature trail and loads more
Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating (18 miles)
Swindon
Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating The striking modern structure of the Link Centre houses an ice rink, a 25 metre, deck level, pool, Wiltshire's premier climbing facility, three 5-a-side outdoor football pitches with floodlighting and a state of the art gym
The Ridge Climbing Wall (18 miles)
Swindon
The Ridge Climbing Wall The youth club here is solely for kids who have had some training or climbed with parents and want to give it a go alone (under supervision) so the age is less relevant than experience and skill. Not for beginners.
Space Play (18 miles)
Swindon
Space Play A great soft play area for children aged up to 9years, available for the older ones is a fantastic LaserQuest area!
Cineworld Cinema (18 miles)
Swindon
Cineworld Cinema A Seven screen cinema showing the latest releases. There is a special kids club on Saturdays.
Tenpin Swindon (18 miles)
Swindon
Tenpin Swindon Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Tenpin has 32 lanes!
Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre (19 miles)
Bristol
Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre Inflatable soft play Jungle for climbing, hiding and bouncing with ball pits, slides, puzzles, animal shapes etc and various other soft play accessories. We also have a baby corner.
AMF Avonmeads (19 miles)
Bristol
AMF Avonmeads Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited (19 miles)
Bristol
Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited All about the little ones having fun in a safe and clean environment. The parents can see their little ones at all times and after a coffee house standard cappuccino or latte, can join in before freshly prepared hot and cold snacks and meals.
STEAM - Museum of the GWR (20 miles)
Swindon
STEAM - Museum of the GWR STEAM is a great day out for the whole family. Follow the incredible story of the GWR through lots of imaginative displays and plenty of hands-on exhibits. Build a bridge and shunt wagons. Have a go at putting a locomotive together. Take a ride on our train-driving simulator.
East Somerset Railway (20 miles)
Shepton Mallet
East Somerset Railway (ESR) is an ex-Great Western Railway branch line running through the Mendip hills near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. Steam trains run April - October and December with Santa Specials, with a 5-mile round trip. We have volunteer staff who are very knowledgeable and will give you all the help you need and answers to any question you may have.
PlaySpace (20 miles)
Bristol
PlaySpace Has seven different play zones, all carefully designed to challenge and stimulate children aged from 0 to 10 years. Includes a huge multi-level soft play structure with giant wavy slide and a separate baby area.
Bush Farm Bison Centre (20 miles)
West Knoyle
Bush Farm Bison Centre See Bison, Elk, Raccoons, Prairie Dogs & Guanacos at Bush Farm Bison Centre, an attractive south Wiltshire farm with lakes and 30 acres of old oak woodlands.
Felix Road Adventure Playground (20 miles)
Bristol
Felix Road Adventure Playground Indoor and outdoor play with a wide range of good quality equipment and plenty of free play space. The outdoor seating is nicely shaded. Children must register on arrival.
Oasis Leisure Centre (20 miles)
Swindon
Oasis Leisure Centre Lagoon Swimming Pool, -with 'new' pirate ship under 8s play feature, 3 giant water slide ('Domebusters'), Wavemachine, Watercannon and Hydroslide.
Motion Ramp Park (20 miles)
Bristol
Motion Ramp Park Motion is the South West’s leading indoor skatepark, consisting of a large warehouse containing a selection of quarter pipes, jump boxes and beginner ramps suitable for a whole spectrum of abilities.
Hengrove Park (20 miles)
Bristol
Hengrove Park Great new development opened in 2009 with lots of the latest play equipemnt, sand and water play area, skate park for boarders and bmx-ers, and jungle play in a 11m high dome
Wotton Pool (20 miles)
Wotton Under Edge
Wotton Pool Heated outdoor pool.
Stourhead (20 miles)
Stourton
Stourhead The jewel in the Stourhead crown has to be the world-famous 18th-century landscape garden. A magnificent lake shimmering with reflections of classical temples, mystical grottoes and rare and exotic trees.
Boing (20 miles)
Bristol
Boing Indoor play facility for the under 5s, with messy play, building section, and custom built soft play structure within sight of the cafe tables. Designated nursing area.
Bristol Aero Collection (20 miles)
Cirencester
Bristol Aero Collection A museum on an airfield with 100 years of transport and aviation history from the Bristol Aeroplane Company covering Bristol tram, bus and lorry to aircraft, helicopters, engines, missiles and rockets. There's a Concorde cabin mock up and display with model room, kids' Activity Zone and videos showing historic flights.
Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway (21 miles)
Swindon
Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway - the kids love a day out on a steam train. There are special event weekends throughout the year including Easter Bunny Rides, Halloween Specials & Santa Specials. All aboard!!!
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf (21 miles)
Bristol
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf Two great 18 hole adventure golf courses - dare you to putt your way through our jungle course, complete with the live active volcano?
St Werburghs City Farm (21 miles)
Bristol
St Werburghs City Farm Provides high quality educational, recreational and environmental services and resources within a working farm. Kids can get up close with some of the animals, and they have regular events and activity days.
Windmill Hill City Farm (21 miles)
Bristol
Windmill Hill City Farm The Farm provides an excellent opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn about farming and to become actively involved in the production of their food. Animals on the farm include a variety of goats, sheep, pigs and poultry.
Bristol Ferry Boat Co (21 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Ferry Boat Co Family friendly boat trips, many varying themes and lengths so suitable for all age groups if you choose wisely.
West Country Karting (21 miles)
Bristol
West Country Karting Minimum height 5ft for karting, but the quads are suitable for ages 6 to 12 year olds. Kids are capable of over 50mph and they race in ALL conditions on their floodlit track: so no excuses!
At-Bristol (21 miles)
Bristol
At-Bristol One of the UK's largest and most exciting science centres! At-Bristol has over 300 interactive exhibits, live science shows and a Planetarium: great value fun for all the family!
Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour (21 miles)
Bristol
Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour Spooky fun history tour, best not for nervous children, or tired ones as the tour starts at 8pm! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Bristol with kids.
Dame Emily Park (21 miles)
Bristol
Dame Emily Park Facilities include a dog-free playground for the under 10s together with a zip-wire for older children; five a side football and basketball courts and a Permitted Graffiti Wall, plus it's right next to the Deane Lane Swimming Pool.
Portico Play (21 miles)
Bristol
Portico Play Come with your under 5s and enjoy the play kitchens, the dressing up, the steering wheels, the magnetic wall and lots more.
Bristol Ice Rink (21 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Ice Rink Family friendly skating rink with full programme of lessons and ice sports in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.
Blue Reef Aquarium (21 miles)
Bristol
Blue Reef Aquarium Indoor aquarium on Bristol’s harbourside, With over 40 displays, and 7,000 animals, you can spot sharks, rays, clownfish, seahorses, fearsome piranhas, jellyfish and many more. View the shipwreck, the underwater viewing tunnel, visit the fantastic IMAX 3D Cinema, where you feel as though you are swimming with whales and dolphins!
Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge (21 miles)
Bristol
Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge A CCTV covered play area for the under 5s, with age appropriate features and plenty of soft surfaces for them to bounce off.
Jolly Roger Adventure (21 miles)
Swindon
Jolly Roger Adventure - has got bouncy castles, and an amazing soft adventure play area to keep the kids amused. Why don't they take a dip in one of our ball pools, or dare they or even your self ride 'The Drop', its over 31 ft long. And now we have one of the BIGGEST indoor astra slides in the country it's fast, its the latest addition to the Jolly Roger's list of fun.
Brandon Hill Park (21 miles)
Bristol
Brandon Hill Park Does not boast a great many facilities, but is an excellent place to spot and even feed the huge number of squirrels the area supports.
Bristol Packet Boat Rides (21 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Packet Boat Rides Cruise around Bristol's historic harbour and on the Avon from Avonmouth to Bath, stopping at waterside pubs and tea gardens with entertaining commentary.
Brunels SS Great Britain (21 miles)
Bristol
Brunels SS Great Britain Step back in time when you board Brunel’s ss Great Britain. Discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on board for Victorian passengers and crew. Descend under water below the glass ‘sea’ to discover the world’s first great ocean liner.
Bristol City Museum Under 7s Gallery (21 miles)
Bristol
Bristol City Museum Under 7s Gallery Younger visitors can tell stories in the crystal cave, act out a performance on stage, bring stories to life using puppets, make a pot or try the animuddle game: just some of the activities for your child to enjoy in their own mini-museum.
Cotswold Country Park and Beach (21 miles)
Cirencester
Cotswold Country Park and Beach Play park with large kids' and toddlers' play areas, BBQ pits and picnic areas, bike and boat hire - also hosts Head4Heights: a treetop assualt course for the 8+s.
Flying Saucers The Painting Pottery Cafe (21 miles)
Bristol
Flying Saucers The Painting Pottery Cafe Bristol's largest and only dedicated Painting Pottery Cafe. We've over 100 pottery items to choose from and sit and paint, and once fired, the items are fully usable. It's perfect for capturing baby's footprints or toddler's handprints, or just letting kids of ALL ages make their own colourful masterpiece.
Riverside Leisure Club (22 miles)
Bristol
Riverside Leisure Club Includes Mayhem: a giant 4 storey high soft play area incorporating a bouncy castle, ball ponds, slides and much more. Also houses a heated indoor pool.
Farmer Giles Farmstead (22 miles)
Salisbury
Farmer Giles Farmstead a unique 38 acre farmstead where you can learn about farming methods past and present and have fun feeding and grooming the animals. Or just enjoy the calm of a wonderful rural setting .
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool (22 miles)
Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool Environmentally managed lido.
Cricklade Leisure Centre (22 miles)
Swindon
Cricklade Leisure Centre Cricklade Leisure Centre is proud to serve our local community. We’re the place to have fun with your family!
Clifton Observatory (22 miles)
Bristol
Clifton Observatory A natural cave with viewing platforms, unparalleled views over the local scenery and the only formal Camera Obscura in England.
Bristol Zoo Gardens (22 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Zoo Gardens A visit to Bristol Zoo Gardens is an adventure into an exciting animal kingdom, all set within 12 acres of beautiful grounds and award-winning gardens
The Clifton Suspension Bridge (22 miles)
Clifton
The Clifton Suspension Bridge The Clifton Suspension Bridge, designed by the great Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel provides spectacular views over the pretty Avon Gorge. It’s a great place to walk across and see how high you are above the traffic and the river. Feel and see it move with the traffic !
University of Bristol Botanic Gardens (23 miles)
Bristol
University of Bristol Botanic Gardens A beautiful garden filled with a huge diversity of plants, including many exotic species set in inspirational displays. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Edinburgh with kids.
Jump Indoor Playcentre (23 miles)
Bristol
Jump Indoor Playcentre Jump proudly provides the largest indoor soft play centres in the Uk. Catering for ages 0-12, children love Jump because it's an adventure every time; adults love Jump for it's friendly staff and safe environments. From ball pits and slides to inflatables and football pitches we have something for everyone!
Cholderton Charlie's Farm (23 miles)
Salisbury
Cholderton Charlie's Farm Cholderton Farm boasts sheep, pigs, goats, cows, ponies, rabbits and poultry. Kids can also explore the indoor play barn and climbing wall, take part in a nature trail through an ancient wood with glades and a badgers sett and even race piglets!
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway (23 miles)
Bristol
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Blaise Castle and Play Area (24 miles)
Bristol
Blaise Castle and Play Area Castle, museum, two age sectioned play areas and some truly beautiful woodland walks, this is a great day out for all age groups.
Old Down Country Park (24 miles)
Bristol
Old Down Country Park An ideal attraction to bring the whole family. From woodland walks, animal encounters. birthday parties, the adventure playground, the giant bouncy pillow, a café selling delicious treats and the farm shop selling gifts for everyone: it really is a day out to remember and we are open all year round!
Pick a Pot and Paint in the Cotswolds (24 miles)
Cirencester
Pick a Pot and Paint in the Cotswolds A family friendly ceramic studio based in a charming piazza of shops and boutiques in Stableyard, Cirencester. A perfect activity that both children and adults can enjoy together.
Roves Farm Visitor Centre (24 miles)
Swindon
Roves Farm Visitor Centre A full programme of events throughout the day including: Meet and Feed the Animals, Free Tractor and Trailer Rides, Children's Craft Sessions, Animal Racing, 2 Acre Willow Maze and Indoor and Outdoor Adventure Play Areas. Themed weeks during school holidays.A great family day out, come rain or shine.
MagicLand (25 miles)
Cirencester
MagicLand We have all sorts of slides, including wave slides and a 70 ft astra slide, the largest in Gloucestershire. We are also proud to present the first cannon arena in the Cotswolds. This area contains four pneumatically powered cannons that allows you to shoot foam balls at various targets including the other visitors!
Lawrence Weston Community Farm (25 miles)
Bristol
Lawrence Weston Community Farm Provides a range of innovative and exciting, educational, social, environmental, economic and recreational activities; plus the animals besides.
Wells Cathedral (25 miles)
Wells
Wells Cathedral A 12th Century Early English Gothic Cathedral boasting 296 Medieval groups of structure. One of England's most beautiful cathedrals.
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool (25 miles)
Cirencester
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pool with toddler's paddling pool and hot showers for after. Open May to September.
Corinium Museum (25 miles)
Cirencester
Corinium Museum Visitors can trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th Century, with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious artefacts. There are animated and practical games, and audio-visual screens to bring the past to life for everyone from schoolchildren to grandparents.
Weston Miniature Railway (25 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Weston Miniature Railway Passenger-carrying miniature railway 7.25 gauge over 0.5 mile on the seafront. Eighteen-hole putting course. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do in Somerset with kids
Phafal's Dizzy Bugs Play (25 miles)
Wincanton
Phafal's Dizzy Bugs Play A brilliant fun and play centre for all the family to enjoy.
Splash of Colour Ceramic and Craft Cafe (25 miles)
Salisbury
Splash of Colour Ceramic and Craft Cafe We are are ceramic café which is a walk in studio offering a wide selection of pottery from normal household pieces to fun and wacky things for kids. These are all white and unglazed just waiting to be painted with a design or picture.
Highworth Recreation Centre (25 miles)
Swindon
Highworth Recreation Centre Indoor or outdoor pools depending on weather, diving facilities, Wet 'n' Wild sessions and more besides.
Odeon Salisbury (25 miles)
Salisbury
Odeon Salisbury
Wookey Hole Caves (25 miles)
Wells
Wookey Hole Caves Britain's most spectacular caves. Valley of the Dinosaurs featuring King Kong - Magical fairy garden - Victorian Penny Arcade - Magical Mirror Maze - Hall of Crazy Mirrors - Cave Museum - Pirate Zap Zone - New Big Top Restaurant - Wookey Hole Youth Circus*(*Circus shows at weekends and school holidays only, please phone for details)
Tyntesfield (26 miles)
Bristol
Tyntesfield Whether you're visiting for the first time, or coming back to see the progress, you'll be amazed by this unique conservation project.
Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum (26 miles)
Salisbury
Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum Offering interactive galleries and workshops for children, the Museum provides entertainment and an educational experience for children of all ages.
Thruxton Kart Centre (26 miles)
Andover
Thruxton Kart Centre Their 4bhp, 120cc Cadetkart, for 8-12 year olds, enables juniors to experience what real karting is like but with all the safety features you'd expect for children. These karts are fitted with adjustable seats, full wrap-around bodywork, double-adjustable pedals and variable electronic rev limiters.
Team Sport Bristol (26 miles)
Bristol
Team Sport Bristol From ages 8 up kids' sessions and parties are a great way to have fun and let tomorrow's budding stars shine. Kids are fully briefed and taught how to handle their specially adapted kart before they even touch the circuit.
Cattle Country Adventure Park (26 miles)
Berkeley
Cattle Country Adventure Park has a whole range of activities and many animals to see. Two huge barns house giant slides and loads of soft play equipment. Outdoor activities include Britain's biggest jumping pillow, a 14m climbing net, a giant castle, trampolines, ride on mini tractors, a mini train, a willow maze, a splash pool, mini golf and a boating lake to name just a few.
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre (26 miles)
Stroud
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre - lots of different areas to play, with slides and ball pits and even has a death slide?!
Berkeley Castle (26 miles)
Berkeley
Berkeley Castle is England's oldest inhabited castle and most historic home. Over 24 generations of Berkeley's have transformed a savage Norman fortress into a truly stately home full of treasures. Come and learn about murder, intrigue and mysterious events at the castle.
Oakham Treasures (26 miles)
Bristol
Oakham Treasures - one of the largest privately owned museums of retail and farming history in the UK, Whether you are 8 or 80, you'll be fascinated by this vast and unique collection of memorabilia from the last century. There really is something for everybody, from the thousands of items in the historic stores, to the impressive display of vintage tractors and farm equipment.
Gloucester Apollo (26 miles)
Stroud
Gloucester Apollo Enjoy all the latest releases at Stroud's Apollo Cinema surrounded by first class comfort and superior technology
Stratford Park Leisure Centre (27 miles)
Stroud
Stratford Park Leisure Centre Outdoor and indoor pools, various sporting opportunities. Outdoor pool open May to September.
Climb Aboard Indoor Play Centre (27 miles)
Gillingham
Climb Aboard Indoor Play Centre 3 Tier Adventure area - Baby and Toddler area - Parents and Tykes Play Area - Relaxed Cafe and Sofa Area. Suitable for under 10s.
The Hawk Conservancy Bird Park (27 miles)
Andover
The Hawk Conservancy Bird Park The Trust is set in 22 acres of woodland and wild flower meadow, where there are over 150 birds of prey on view, from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive European Griffin Vulture.
Wessex Raceway Indoor Karting (28 miles)
Salisbury
Wessex Raceway Indoor Karting They have an exciting variety of formats available to younger karters (between the ages of 8-15) including Cadet Arrive and Drive, Kids' Parties, Training and Racing Sessions and Holiday Racing.
Mendips Raceway (28 miles)
Shipham
Mendips Raceway Our oval racing circuit, situated above Cheddar on the Mendip Hills, is home to some of the most exciting stock car, banger and caravan racing in the UK!
Cheddar Caves and Gorge (28 miles)
Cheddar
Cheddar Caves and Gorge Whatever the weather, Cheddar Caves & Gorge is the ideal day out destination for all the family. Prepare to be entertained, educated and enlightened! Our friendly staff will do all they can to make your day special and memorable.
WWT Slimbridge Centre (28 miles)
Slimbridge
WWT Slimbridge Centre See, feed and learn about the world's largest collection of exotic, rare and endangered ducks, geese and swans, and it is the only place in Europe to house all six species of flamingo. See our otters, beaver, water voles and shrews. Take a trip down our 1 kilometre canoe trail. Youngsters will love playing in our outdoor wet playground called welly boot land.
Museum of Army Flying (29 miles)
Stockbridge
Museum of Army Flying The museum has over 35 historic aircraft on display plus: A replica 1940s house - Cinema - 2 Simulators - Rifle ranges - Shop - Restaurant - Children's Centre
Gartell Light Railway (29 miles)
Templecombe
Gartell Light Railway Step back in time to a more leisurely age and ride through the beautiful Blackmore Vale countryside along the route of the old Somerset & Dorset Railway.
Team Sport Andover (29 miles)
Andover
Team Sport Andover From ages 8-12 kids sessions and parties are a great way to have fun and let tomorrows budding stars shine. Kids are fully briefed and taught how to handle their specially adapted kart before they even touch the 450m circuit.
Haynes International Motor Museum (29 miles)
Yeovil
Haynes International Motor Museum UK's largest exhibition of the greatest cars from around the world. A living and working museum, with over 400 amazing cars and bikes from nostalgic classics of the 50's and 60's, glorious Bentleys and Rolls Royces to exciting super cars of today, like the Jaguar XJ220.
Portishead Lake Grounds (29 miles)
Portishead
Portishead Lake Grounds As well as the lake, there is a children's playground and paddling pool, tennis courts and bowls and, during the summer, rowing boats are available for hire.
Portishead Open Air Pool (29 miles)
Portishead
Portishead Open Air Pool A 33m heated outdoor pool situated at the Lakegrounds in Portishead, with stunning views of the Bristol Channel from the sun terraces. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Somerset with kids
Butterflies and More (29 miles)
North Somerset
Butterflies and More Come and see a wonderful display of butterflies and moths in our own tropical rainforest. Wander through our diverse planting of tropical trees, shrubs and climbers including many passionflowers. Watch ravenous caterpillars munch their way through leaf after leaf, barely pausing for breath! Witness beautiful butterflies emerging from their chrysalises and spot the terrapins basking in the sun.
Avon Ski and Action Centre (30 miles)
Churchill
Avon Ski and Action Centre A action centre with something for everyone to do! Ski and slope sports and other activities such as archery, quad biking, rock climbing and more make this attraction full of excitement!
Somerset Rural Life Museum (30 miles)
Glastonbury
Somerset Rural Life Museum The magnificent fourteenth-century Abbey Barn is the centrepiece of the Somerset Rural Life Museum. The barn and the farm buildings surrounding the courtyard contain displays illustrating the tools and techniques of farming in Victorian Somerset. Unusual local activities like willow growing, mud horse fishing, peat digging and cider making are included.
Glastonbury Abbey (30 miles)
Glastonbury
Glastonbury Abbey 36 acres of beautiful parkland and history for every visitor to enjoy. Visit what was the largest and richest abbey in England for an amazing experience.
Kennet Horse Boat Company (30 miles)
Hungerford
Kennet Horse Boat Company The Kennet Horse Boat Company's canal cruises offer an opportunity to do just that. Choose between the slow meandering of the motor barge and the sedate drifting of the horse drawn barge. Whichever takes your fancy, we can offer you a great day out.
Whirlikidz (30 miles)
Chepstow
Whirlikidz Whirlikidz boasts a large indoor play structure with slides, tunnels and plenty more to explore. There are also mother and toddler sessions which include free squash and snack, arts and crafts, story time and singing.
Forest Model Village (30 miles)
Aylburton
Forest Model Village Hidden beneath a shady woodland canopy is an enchanted glade full of humour, history and entertainment.
Scallywags Castle (30 miles)
Caldicot
Scallywags Castle Scallywags Castle offers clean, safe, stimulating fun for the whole family. There are two separate play zones, designed to provide fun and activity in a safe environment for pre walkers, toddlers and juniors to the age of 12 years. The venue is packed with lots of fun features including a giant four lane astra slide, tube slide, under 4’s wavy slide, Ball Shower and much more...
Andover Leisure Centre (30 miles)
Andover
Andover Leisure Centre Archie's World play structure is made up from 3 levels with a variety of fun features to include; 3 super slides, Sky Glide, 3 ball pools, cargo nets, ball cannon, spiders web, rope bridge, dark room, giant ball room and lots more.
Caldicot Castle (31 miles)
Caldicot
Caldicot Castle Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Lots for kids to do including activity station and activities and workshops throughout the year.
Dean Forest Railway (31 miles)
Lydney
Dean Forest Railway A heritage railway featuring an 8 mile round trip into the historic Forest of Dean. The sights, sounds and smells of a steam train are magical to kids of all ages! The railway hosts events especially for kids – Days Out with Thomas, Easter Bunny Hunt, Halloween and Santa Specials.
Finkley Down Farm Park (31 miles)
Andover
Finkley Down Farm Park A family run children's farm with all the character of a traditional farm but in a safe, secure, friendly environment. You can spend the whole day at Finkley Down Farm Park; it's an exciting day out that the whole family will love.
Cotswold River Cruise (31 miles)
Cotswolds
Cotswold River Cruise Private and public hire cruise boats offering different sizes and services for every occasion. Self drive hire facilities also available. Pre booking essential.
Greenbank Heated Outdoor Pool (31 miles)
Street
Greenbank Heated Outdoor Pool 30x12m main Pool, semi-circular childrens Pool and separate Splash Area with fountains and water jets. Great idea if you're looking for great family days out in Somerset
Prinknash Bird and Deer Park (31 miles)
Gloucester
Prinknash Bird and Deer Park - is set in a wooded valley once the hunting lodge of the Abbots of Gloucester and King Henry VIII. The park has been landscaped to resemble an 18th century park with traditional follies enhanced by beautiful birds and animals. You will see over 50 peacocks and waterfowl, golden pheasants, love birds, the fishpond, fallow deer, song birds, crown cranes, black swans, and African Pygmy Goats.
Clevedon Pier (32 miles)
Clevedon
Clevedon Pier Clevedon Pier, the only fully intact, Grade 1 listed pier in the country. The pier has been beautifully restored and provides a lovely day out for all the family. There are wonderful views of the Severn Estuary, the islands Flat Holm & Steep Holm, the two Severn Bridges, and the best sunsets in the West Country.
Puxton Park (32 miles)
Weston Super Mare
Puxton Park The Playbarn features a huge 3 storeys of fantastic fun for children and adults - outside there is a large boucing pillow - visit all our furry friends in Pets Village and see them hopping around their indoor & outdoor enclosures.
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre (32 miles)
Robinswood Hill
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre - one of the best and longest outdoor artificial ski slopes in the UK. From skiing and snowboarding to tubing and 9 hole golf, there's something to do for everyone!
Court Farm Country Park (33 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Court Farm Country Park Nationally award winning farm attraction set on real working farm. Animals, Adventures play, Indoor play barns, hands on fun, free tractor rides, maize maze, milking show, bottlefeeding. Open Easter to end of October. Great family day out in Somerset.
Coolplay Indoor Soft Play Centre (33 miles)
Sturminster Newton
Coolplay Indoor Soft Play Centre The best place in North Dorset for kids to find new friends, meet their mates from school, burn off that pent up energy, get rid of the boredom blues and play with fun stuff in a safe environment.
Dean Heritage Centre (33 miles)
Dean
Dean Heritage Centre Explore the museum and open air forest site to discover the secrets of the Forest of Dean. Try our range of family craft activities including mask making, wood rubbings and woodland cottages. Follow the trail and uncover the heart of the forest. Visit the Forester’s cottage and meet his animals.
Go Ape! Forest of Dean (33 miles)
Lydney
Go Ape! Forest of Dean 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.
Highclere Castle (33 miles)
Newbury
Highclere Castle Highclere Castle has been part of our family since the late seventeenth century and is still a much-loved home today. We are delighted to be able to offer our unique home to the public, companies and romantic couples looking for a wedding venue who feel that the Castle and its beautiful grounds are suitable for their own special requirements Apparently the site of the real Downton Abbey
Fleet Air Arm Museum (33 miles)
Ilchester
Fleet Air Arm Museum - representing the flying arm of the Royal Navy. With four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft and over 2 million records and 30 thousand artefacts the Museum is the world's second largest naval aviation Museum.
Bucket and Spade (34 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Bucket and Spade A Two-for-one pub with a fun barn attached.
JDR Karting (34 miles)
Gloucester
JDR Karting The junior circuit is ideal for 4-12 year olds. This is a separate track and is smaller than the main track, which enables lower speeds to be maintained in order to improve safety.
Crazy Monsters (34 miles)
Blandford Forum
Crazy Monsters RoSPA inspected adventure soft play facility, with masses of slick slides and great classic features, and a separate two tier toddler zone exclusive to 4 years and under with their own slide and ball pit.
Safari Tots (34 miles)
Somerton
Safari Tots Soft play frame with many features including whizz slide, crawl tube and spinning discs. Also has a dedicated toddler version and a baby arena. Outdoor area open in summer months with games, picnic tables and bouncy castle.
GL1 (34 miles)
Gloucester
GL1 in the heart of Gloucester has something for everyone, from warm swimming pools with wet’n’wild fun sessions and special parent & toddler times to trampoline lessons and after school or holiday sports and swimming courses.
The Warehouse Climbing Centre (34 miles)
Gloucester
The Warehouse Climbing Centre A fantastic, fun indoor climbing centre for the whole family to enjoy. Parties, fun children’s sessions from toddler to teenage plus family tasters so everyone can be involved. Come and try the growing sport of climbing.
Gloucester Waterways Museum (35 miles)
Gloucester
Gloucester Waterways Museum Delve into the fascinating world of Gloucester's Victorian docks at this museum and meet the people and wildlife of our wonderful waterways. Discover impressive facts about the ingenious engineering of the waterway system and explore home life aboard a narrow boat. Plenty of hands on fun and interactive displays.
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens (35 miles)
Burford
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens Encounter anteaters, peer at giraffes, roar at the lions or waddle like a penguin, in over 160 acres of beautiful parklands. Ride on the railway or climb into the tree house in the adventure playground. With over 250 different species of animals, insects and birds. It’s wheelchair and pushchair friendly!
Tenpin Gloucester (35 miles)
Gloucester
Tenpin Gloucester Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Rescue Centre (35 miles)
Verwood
Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Rescue Centre As well as the rescued wildlife enjoy an under cover Go-Kart Arena, Mini Pedal Tractors and Trailers, Straw Fun Barn, Wooden Play Area, Sand Pit, Children's Fair Ground Ride, and Toddlers Toy Area.
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido (35 miles)
Newbury
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido Indoor and outdoor (seasonal) pools, creche, soft play area, sporting opportunities and sauna for mum.
Northcroft and Goldwell Parks (35 miles)
Newbury
Northcroft and Goldwell Parks Peaceful and attractive riverside park with lots of green space for informal play plus equipped play areas for toddlers and juniors, zip slide and BMX track.
The Helicopter Museum (35 miles)
Weston Super Mare
The Helicopter Museum The World's largest dedicated helicopter museum.
Weston-super-Mare's largest undercover all weather attraction. A fun place for all the family, with a coffee shop, children's play area.
Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines (35 miles)
Coleford
Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines An impressive natural cave system, mined for over 4,500 years to form some of Britain's most atmospheric and intriguing underground mine workings. Nine caverns, geological and mining displays throughout. Excellent shop and café. 'A great underground experience for all the family!'
Royal Signals Museum (35 miles)
Blandford Camp
Royal Signals Museum It is the national museum of Army communications and the exhibits and displays show the part that communications have played in the many wars and campaigns of the last 150 years.
Adventure Dolphin (35 miles)
Newbury
Adventure Dolphin Pprovides an a wide range of outdoor and adventurous activities across West Berkshire primarily for the 13-19 year olds, but with children as young as 8 catered for.
Playzone Indoor Adventure Play (35 miles)
Gloucester
Playzone Indoor Adventure Play - filled with slides, ball ponds, climbing area and obstacles, there is a separate area for 2-4 year olds.
Perrygrove Railway and Treetop Adventure (35 miles)
Coleford
Perrygrove Railway and Treetop Adventure The steam train for all ages- and all weathers! A charming railway in the Forest of Dean where friendly staff welcome you. Fun for children in our Treetop Adventure and Indoor Village with secret passages - treasure boxes are hidden here! 4 stations, each with paths to walk through ancient woods and solve the riddle of the Gale Stone. Lots of picnic tables outside and under cover
Puzzlewood (35 miles)
Coleford
Puzzlewood - a unique and magical destination in the Forest of Dean. You can explore meandering pathways that take you through a spectacular wonderland of deep ravines of mossy rocks, over wooden bridges and through fantastic tree and rock formations. There is an outside playground and an indoor maze. Plus animals and wild fowl. Traditionally made willow maze.
Eddie Catz (35 miles)
Newbury
Eddie Catz One of the very best in indoor play, Eddie Catz is the place to bring your child to play, have a party, take a class or join a workshop or an event! Our fun, safe environment has something for every child to do and our café and lounge areas offer a bit of down time for grown-ups.
Blandford Leisure Centre (35 miles)
Blandford
Blandford Leisure Centre Fantastic fun for all the family. Water cannons, bubble bath, and the waterslide are just some of the exciting water features in the swimming pools during our Water Wonderland Sessions. See inside for times and website.
Whitchurch Silk Mill (36 miles)
Whitchurch
Whitchurch Silk Mill Silk has been woven here since the 1820/1830s. The Mill produces high quality silks to order for theatrical costume, interior designers and historic houses. Interactive exhibits and hands on opportunities.
Pedalabikeaway (36 miles)
Coleford
Pedalabikeaway Start of traffic-free marked trail and single/downhill tracks for serious mountain biker. Bikes for all ages and abilities. Local information, maps, toilets and showers available. Cafe and shop for cycle spares. Bike wash. Groups welcome. Guides on request.
Bounce Childrens Play and Party Centre (36 miles)
Weston Super Mare
Bounce Childrens Play and Party Centre Weston-super-Mare's only solely dedicated indoor play and party centre, We cater for children between 0-12, with a 4 metre drop slide, huge inflatable slide, sports arena for football or basketball, loads of challenging obstacles and a large separate toddler and baby area.
Purple Sheep Centre (36 miles)
Weston Super Mare
Purple Sheep Centre A bouncy castle, indoor and outdoor play areas make this play centre an all weather fun activity!
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail (36 miles)
Coleford
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a four-mile trail with sculptures inspired by the forest, trees and wildlife. There are various play structures along the way for the kids to play on.
Funtime Family Entertainment Centre (36 miles)
Carterton
Funtime Family Entertainment Centre "A rip-roaring time for kids!" Come and visit our soft play centre based in Carterton, Oxfordshire, safe, incredibly fun, indoor play equipment for children ages 0 to 12 years.
Sandford Parks Lido (36 miles)
Cheltenham
Sandford Parks Lido The lido is a great day out in the heart of Cheltenham, on the edge of the Cotswolds. It is a children's paradise with slides, a children's pool and a paddling pool. Our 50 metre pool is also an ideal place to train, two lanes are reserved most days. Open in the spring to autumn.
Lakeside SuperBowl Newbury (36 miles)
Newbury
Lakeside SuperBowl Newbury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Lakeside SuperBowl has 24 lanes!
Krazy Klub (36 miles)
Thatcham
Krazy Klub Soft play with kiddies' rock climbing wall, tube slide, adventure play, and toddlers' area with soft structure, to name but a few features. Everything is specifically designed to enhance motor neurone skills in the different age groups.
Time Machine Museum (37 miles)
Weston-super-Mare
Time Machine Museum The displays range from the archaeology of the earliest inhabitants to the wildlife that you can find today. Other displays cover the local history of the area. The Seaside Holidays Gallery is a speciality of the museum, and the cottage next door is laid out as a landlady's lodging house of 1900.
North Somerset Museum (37 miles)
Weston Super Mare
North Somerset Museum A family-friendly museum where you can find out about the area from pre-history to the present. Plenty of things to see and do.
Leap Frog Ceramics (37 miles)
Thatcham
Leap Frog Ceramics Choose any item from our large range of Italian Designer bisque - we'll provide you with a whole range of paints, brushes, stamps and other goodies to get you started.
Yeovil Bowlplex (37 miles)
Yeovil
Yeovil 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?
1st Bowl Weston Super Mare (37 miles)
Weston Super Mare
1st Bowl Weston Super Mare Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Grand Pier (37 miles)
Weston Super Mare
Grand Pier Rain or shine, the Grand Pier is the ultimate indoor theme park. Its unique credentials offer World Class rides and attractions, function rooms, conferencing, entertainment and event space all in one weatherproof arena!
You will find something here for everyone young or old, local or visitor.
Seaquarium (37 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Seaquarium Here you will discover the fascinating secrets hidden beneath the Severn Estuary and the sea beyond.
The Paint it Yourself Pottery Co. (37 miles)
Cheltenham
The Paint it Yourself Pottery Co. Ceramic Cafe in Chelenham - great idea if you are looking for family days out in Gloucestershire especially if the weather is bad.
The Nature Discovery Centre (37 miles)
Thatcham
The Nature Discovery Centre Set amid Thatcham Lake and reedbeds. Enjoy lakeside walks, feed the ducks and let off steam in our adventure playgrounds! Explore the interactive wildlife and natural history displays and games in our Centre and enjoy organic refreshments in our café.
Rug Ratz Indoor Play Centre (37 miles)
Yeovil
Rug Ratz Indoor Play Centre With three separate play areas, babies, toddlers and bigger children can all play safely in their own designated play zones. The multi level areas are packed with mazes, slides, ropeways, ball pools and much, much more.
Yeovil Railway Centre (37 miles)
Yeovil
Yeovil Railway Centre Steam hauled train rides, a minature railway, vistor centre/museum and much more! A great visit for train enthusiasts and the like.
Middlemoor Water Park (37 miles)
Woolavington
Middlemoor Water Park This unique water sports centre with water ski, wakeboard, jet ski and karting facilities also has it's own fully licensed clubhouse overlooking the lake. A varied menu is available (and a barbecue area is situated next to the clubhouse).
Jungle Jungle Indoor Play Centre (38 miles)
Yeovil
Jungle Jungle Indoor Play Centre The wildest indoor adventure land for all explorers! Enjoy the challenges of an indoor adventure-land. Jungle Jungle’s specifically designed playground means that even the youngest can explore in a safe and secure environment.
Serendipity Sams Play Centre (38 miles)
Romsey
Serendipity Sams Play Centre Great kids indoor play centre - ring for more deatils
Go Ape! Moors Valley (38 miles)
Ringwood
Go Ape! Moors Valley Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.
Moors Valley Country Park (38 miles)
Ringwood
Moors Valley Country Park Adventure play, narrow-gauge steam railway, play trails - in fact there is loads to do - check webslink inside.
Apex Leisure and Wildlife Park (38 miles)
Burnham-on-Sea
Apex Leisure and Wildlife Park Covering approximately 42 acres and a County wildlife site, there are many different sections to Apex, including fishing, a skate park, BMXing and many walking routes.
The Rapids (38 miles)
Romsey
The Rapids Experience a world of water, fun & adventure for all the family. An all year round tropical wonderland. Newly refurbished in 2006. Fun for all the family! Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Hampshire.
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens (38 miles)
Romsey
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens A beautiful Arboretum-style garden to enjoy and explore, a site boasting a restaurant and tea rooms as well as a giant tree-house play-area for adventurers of all ages.
Ringwood Town and Country Experience (39 miles)
Ringwood
Ringwood Town and Country Experience If you wonder what a village town was like in years gone by, then you must visit the Ringwood Town and Country Experience, this is not just a museum it is a fascinating insight to times gone by. It is a place for everyone to visit young and not so young and you will all enjoy it.
Paultons Family Theme Park (39 miles)
The New Forest
Paultons Family Theme Park New for 2011 - Peppa Pig World, a fully themed attraction with 7 new rides and an Indoor Play Area! Paultons is the Best Value Family Theme Park with over 60 wonderful rides and attractions to suit all ages included in the admission price, such as the mighty Edge ride and the awesome Cobra rollercoaster. Offering a whole day out with something for all the family!
Brean Sands Funpark (39 miles)
Brean Sands
Brean Sands Funpark Outdoor theme park, over 40 rides & attractions, swimming pool, waterslides, family day out, free entry, the home of Sooty, South West’s leading theme park, rollercoasters, 18 hole golf, family pitch & putt, food and bar venues.
Birdland Park and Gardens (39 miles)
Bourton-on-the-Water
Birdland Park and Gardens Birdland is a natural setting inhabited by over 500 birds from around the world, including the only King Penguins in England and over 50 aviaries of parrots, falcons, pheasants, hornbills, toucans, touracos, pigeons, ibis and many more. New Nature Trail 'Marshmouth Reserve' and a covered area with graphic story of the egg and What is a bird,inc a soft play area.
Cotswold Motoring Museum (39 miles)
Bourton-on-the-Water
Cotswold Motoring Museum Fun packed indoor museum covering motoring right through the 20th Century. Brum lives here and this is where he was filmed. He loves having his photo taken so don't forget your camera! Throughout the museum there are quizzes, feely boxes, building games, brass rubbings, old fashioned toys and dressing-up boxes!
The Old New Inn Model Village (39 miles)
Cheltenham
The Old New Inn Model Village The Old New Inn is known all over the world for the fascinating model village in its garden. Built by an earlier inn owner and a small team of local craftsmen during the early thirties, the Village is a 1/9th replica of Bourton-on-the-Water, built from the local Cotswold stone.
Bourton on the Water Eye Spy Mission (39 miles)
Bourton on the Water
Bourton on the Water Eye Spy Mission Follow the Trail of Pictures, Solve the Clues and See the Sights as you and the children have fun exploring the town in your own time and at your own pace. The Trail is 1.5 miles long and passes through the park for a chance to pause and play too.
Bourton Model Railway (39 miles)
Bourton-on-the-Water
Bourton Model Railway Housed in a period farmhouse, established over 25 years a spectacular Model Railway Exhibition and traditional toyshop situated right in the centre of the picturesque Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water.
Badger Watch Dorset (39 miles)
Dorchester
Badger Watch Dorset An evening in the country the kids will never forget: their high quality hides have recorded a 100% sightings record over the last three years, so you are virtually guaranteed to see some of these wonderful creatures foraging for food under the floodlights.
River Severn and Meadows Attractions (39 miles)
Ross on Wye
River Severn and Meadows Attractions There are many attractions and activities available by the Severn, including boats to hire, a modern and exciting children's play area, river cruises, crazy golf, a putting green, go-kart's, a paddling pool, skateboard park, plus many amusements.
Symonds Yat West Amusement Park (39 miles)
Ross On Wye
Symonds Yat West Amusement Park The amusement park offers hours of enjoyment, fun and excitement on the fairground rides and arcades. For energetic youngsters, there are indoor and outdoor adventure playgrounds.
Kingfisher River Cruises (39 miles)
Symonds Yat East
Kingfisher River Cruises Symonds Yat is famous for its natural river scenery. The river winds its way through Symonds Yat gorge and village, dividing it into East and West. - Our boat trips last around 35 minutes.
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (40 miles)
Newtown
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary Spotting deer in the New Forest isn't always easy, but at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary there is a purpose built viewing platform overlooking a large meadow area where a herd of fallow deer regularly gather.
International Centre for Birds of Prey (40 miles)
Newent
International Centre for Birds of Prey Three flying demonstrations with commentary, every day. The Centre caters for school visits, and is renowned for its expertise in education, conservation and training. Courses in falconry and photography are available. Shop, cafe, education facilities, attractive gardens and picnic areas.
The Living Rainforest (40 miles)
Newbury
The Living Rainforest Discover the rainforest’s wonders as you stroll between tropical trees and plants, among free roaming butterflies and birds. An outdoor play area allows kids to let off steam, while adults can relax on the sun terrace with a cappuccino. All weather attraction with on site parking, café and shop.
Coffee Pots Ceramic Cafe (40 miles)
Wimborne
Coffee Pots Ceramic Cafe is an exciting new venue in Wimborne, offering quality 'Fair Trade' coffee in our ground floor cafe. Why not take it easy with a cappuccino and newspaper, or a light lunch and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, while the children paint a mug for Grandma in our ceramics studio.
Newport Centre (40 miles)
Newport
Newport Centre The Newport Centre has a leisure pool with slide, wave machine and beach area.
Model Town at Wimborne Minster (40 miles)
Wimborne Minster
Model Town at Wimborne Minster Built well over 50 years ago, the superb 1/10th scale models continue to surprise and amaze visitors from all over the world with their superb quality and realism.
Newport Museum and Art Gallery (40 miles)
Newport
Newport Museum and Art Gallery Since 1888 Newport Museum and Art Gallery has been collecting evidence of Newport’s history, culture and environment.
Bucklebury Farm Park (40 miles)
Reading
Bucklebury Farm Park Magnificant deer park with four types of deer, free tractor and trailer rides to visit and feed them. Other paddock animals include a llama, Shetland ponies, donkeys, pigmy goats, pigs, cows, wild boar, rabbits and guinea pigs. Indoor and outdoor play area, lamb-feeding, nature trail, picnic area, pat-a-pet, refreshments kiosk. Great family days out in Berkshire.
The Amazing Hedge Puzzle (40 miles)
Ross-on-Wye
The Amazing Hedge Puzzle Planted over twenty years ago by brothers Lindsay and Edward Heyes, the fun of the amazing Hedge Puzzle has made it Herefordshire's most popular private tourist attraction.
Museum of Mazes (40 miles)
Ross-on-Wye
Museum of Mazes Museum of Mazes is designed for you to browse awhile, then take a break and return to it again and again. It's fascinating for adults and fun for children - just have a go! Great idea if you are lokking for family days out in Herefordshire.
Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo (40 miles)
Ross-on-Wye
Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo Experience the delight of nature's most serene and beautiful wildlife. At the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo you can walk with free-flying exotic butterflies and see them supping nectar, finding their mates and laying eggs.
Forest Edge Kart Track (40 miles)
Winchester
Forest Edge Kart Track This is an outdoor circuit with an overall length of 1100 metres. The minimum age for drivers is 8 years old. They offer regular racing opportunities.
Playzone (40 miles)
Bridgwater
Playzone Multi-levelled adventure play centre attached to pub - in the Wacky Warehouse style - good to combine with a family meal
Sudeley Castle (41 miles)
Winchcombe
Sudeley Castle - offers families the ideal day out with something for everyone. As well as the many regular attractions such as the adventure playground, exhibitions and pheasantry, Sudeley also hosts a number of family events throughout the year. Look out for the Easter Egg Hunt and Halloween Happenings.
The Willow Play Village (41 miles)
Bridgewater
The Willow Play Village A great indoor play area; drop'n'shop, afterschool, and other deals all available for a brilliant visit (of fantastic value too!)
Matchams Karting (41 miles)
Ringwood
Matchams Karting The 160cc Formula K Fun Karts are operated on a purpose built 100 metre track, these karts are perfect for the younger driver and reach speeds of up to 25mph. Ages start from 8 years old.
Cotswold Farm Park (41 miles)
Cheltenham
Cotswold Farm Park is full of fun activities, which can be enjoyed whatever the weather. In our PLAY BARN, the ride-on battery operated tractors and self-propelled roller racers are a big hit for our 3-12 year olds, whilst outside for our younger visitors, the pedal tractors give toddlers a chance of tractor driving too.
Didcot Wave Leisure Pool (41 miles)
Didcot
Didcot Wave Leisure Pool Swimming pool, wave machine, sunbeds, aqua action, giant flume ride, creche, parent and toddler, lane swimming, children's parties.
Phafals Childrens Fun and Play (41 miles)
Bridgwater
Phafals Childrens Fun and Play A great fun and play centre with activities, soft play and toys for a great family day out!
The Blake Museum (41 miles)
Bridgewater
The Blake Museum A quaint museum boasting battle of Sedgemoor relics, a maritime Robert Blake room, John Chubb picture gallery and various education exhibits and temporary displays.
Winchester Cathedral (41 miles)
Winchester
Winchester Cathedral For over a thousand years, people have come to seek inspiration in this magnificent Cathedral. Today, they welcome 300,000 visitors a year to share their worship, explore their heritage and attend their many events.
Curious About Winchester (41 miles)
Winchester
Curious About Winchester What gives Winchester its unique character? Which people and events have shaped its personality? Why do people love to visit? Take our fabulous walks of discovery to find out more, and keep the kids happy and having fun finding answers to pictures and clues along the way.
Didcot Railway Centre (42 miles)
Didcot
Didcot Railway Centre See the steam trains from the golden age of the Great Western Railway in the original engine shed, with a recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway and a typical country branch line.
Hampshire Treasure Trails (42 miles)
Winchester
Hampshire Treasure Trails Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore the new forest. Don’t 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 family walk in the fresh air and solve a mystery.
Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre (42 miles)
Eastleigh
Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre Kids2Day - Children’s Indoor Activity Playground and Bouncy Castle. Open every day from 10am
The Tree House Play Centre (42 miles)
Didcot
The Tree House Play Centre South Oxfordshire's newest children's activity soft play centre and coffee house. The Treehouse, as named by our competition winners, is a home to play, a place to climb up/down, enjoyed by parents and children alike, located next to the Orchard centre, and is the home for our mascot, Chipper.
New Forest Reptile Centre (42 miles)
Lyndhurst
New Forest Reptile Centre Discover more about reptiles and amphibians here at this unique reptile centre located in the national park. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Hampshire with kids
New Forest Treasure Trail (42 miles)
Lyndhurst
New Forest Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Lyndhurst? 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.
Snowtrax (42 miles)
Christchurch
Snowtrax Set in an attractive alpine environment, this exciting kids' Alpine Activity Centre offers loads of fun, with a wide range of thrilling "turn up and ride" activities, there's something for everyone. Parents can join in, or relax and enjoy the beautiful views from our Alpine Bistro.
Abbey Meadow Open Air Swimming Pool (42 miles)
Abingdon
Abbey Meadow Open Air Swimming Pool 40 metre heated outdoor pool - Learner pool - Hot Showers - New Disabled Changing Facilities - Interactive fun water feature - Cafe
Abingdon Walking Treasure Trail (42 miles)
Abingdon
Abingdon Walking Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Abingdon? 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.
Clay Pigeon Kart Raceway (42 miles)
Dorchester
Clay Pigeon Kart Raceway This is a family friendly outdoor circuit with an overall length of 815 metres. The minimum age for drivers is 8 years old.
The UK Wolf Conservation Trust (42 miles)
Reading
The UK Wolf Conservation Trust The Trust currently has 5 adults and 3 juveniles. Visiting membership to the Wolf Centre for member and two guests on a weekday is £40. Visits must be pre-arranged with the office.
Snakes and Ladders (42 miles)
Abingdon
Snakes and Ladders Offering extensive indoor and outdoor adventure play, Snakes and Ladders is jam packed with fun! There's plenty to do for all ages including the massive three tier playframe with slides, tunnels, balls ponds and rope climbs,to the huge dedicated zone for under 5s and more. And whilst the kids let off steam adults can relax on comfy leather sofas with a snack from the cafe.
Clever Hands (42 miles)
Ross On Wye
Clever Hands - a craft workshop for adults and children. It has a thriving family friendly cafe with a large pre-school playroom and a dedicated craft area.
Stow on the Wold Treasure Trail (43 miles)
Stow on the Wold
Stow on the Wold Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Stow on the Wold? 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, solving an intriguing mystery at the same time.
Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre (43 miles)
Newport
Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre Newport’s premier indoor activity centre , crammed full of safe, clean, stimulating fun for the whole family . An array of play structures including wave slides, ball cannons, football arena. Sensory room and arts & craft area. Reading corner, dressing up and much more
Longdown Activity Farm (43 miles)
Ashurst
Longdown Activity Farm A daily schedule of activities includes kid goat and calf bottle feeding, small animal handling, duck feeding and meeting the pigs. Plus, there are lots more animals to see. There is a brilliant - and very bumpy tractor ride (weather permitting). Five indoor and outdoor play areas means theres lots of fun - whatever the weather!
Tenpin Southampton (43 miles)
Southampton
Tenpin Southampton Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Cwmbran Bowlplex (43 miles)
Cwmbran
Cwmbran 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?
Bournemouth Aviation Museum (43 miles)
Christchurch
Bournemouth Aviation Museum What kid wouldn't want to sit at the controls of a real aircraft - well here we have a fab lot of military and civilian planes. Loads of other flying exhibits including a collection of model aircraft and an area for picnics close to the main runway at the airport in Bournemouth.
Adventure Wonderland (43 miles)
Christchurch
Adventure Wonderland So if you’re a would-be Pirate, an intrepid Explorer, a Mad Hatter or just a plain old fashioned Fun Lover, then you and your family have got a real treat in store!
Zoopadoopa LTD (43 miles)
Cwmbran
Zoopadoopa LTD Zoopadoopa is Cwmbrans' Premier Childrens Indoor Play Centre. We are located in the Vue Cinema leisure complex in Cwmbran town centre. Zoopadoopa offers children the chance to play, learn explore and party in a fun, safe and stimulating family environment. Cwmbrans' Premier Children's Indoor Play Centre. We are located in the Vue Cinema leisure complex in Cwmbran town centre. Zoopadoopa offers children the chance to play, learn explore and party in a fun, safe and stimulating family environment.
The Walled Gardens of Cannington (43 miles)
Bridgwater
The Walled Gardens of Cannington The gardens have classic and contemporary features such as; the 'hot' herbaceous border; the blue garden; a sub-tropical walk; and a Victorian style fernery, amongst others. There is also a botanical glasshouse where arid, sub-tropical and tropical plants can be seen.
INTECH Science Centre and Planetarium (43 miles)
Winchester
INTECH Science Centre and Planetarium The all-weather family attraction featuring a Science Centre with 90 hands-on exhibits (big science toys really) and the UK's largest capacity Planetarium. So big you will feel like you are floating through space. Watch out you don't get sucked into a Black Hole!
Giggles Play Centre (43 miles)
Bournemouth
Giggles Play Centre A great new children's indoor play centre with all pools, tunnels, slides, rope ladders, games and loads more
Outdoor Laser (43 miles)
Station Road
Outdoor Laser Laser Tag for eight year olds and up. Birthday parties and high wire adventure combo days also available.
Pendon Indoor Model Village and Railways (43 miles)
Abingdon
Pendon Indoor Model Village and Railways At Pendon we aim to recapture, in detailed and colourful miniature, scenes showing the beauty of the English countryside as it used to be in the years around 1930.
Cheeky Monkeys Cwmbran Ltd (44 miles)
Cwmbran
Cheeky Monkeys Cwmbran Ltd Torfaen's newest and biggest Softplay Centre, that has both indoor and outdoor play. Cheeky Monkeys offers 4 separate play areas: Toddler Zone, Junior Zone, Sports Zone and Outdoor Zone! All designed to provide a safe, fun and stimulating environment for children under 12 years of age!
AMF Bowling Eastleigh (44 miles)
Eastleigh
AMF Bowling Eastleigh Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Monkey Bizness (44 miles)
Poole
Monkey Bizness - the premier family entertainment centre, where kids can be kidz. With separate play areas for 0-2, 2-5 and 5-12 year olds.
Tower Park (44 miles)
Poole
Tower Park With a 10 screen multiplex cinema to bingo, bowling and a water park with 12 of the UK's most exciting indoor and outdoor rides, Tower Park is a fun day out for all.
Team Sport Eastleigh (44 miles)
Eastleigh
Team Sport Eastleigh From ages 8 upwards kids sessions and parties are a great way to have fun and let tomorrow's budding stars shine. Kids are fully briefed and taught how to handle their specially adapted kart before they even touch the circuit.
Splashdown (44 miles)
Poole
Splashdown - the South's Ultimate Waterpark! With 12 fantastic flumes it's fun for all the family - the truly terrifying Screamer for Dad, short sharp Barons Revenge for the boys, Colorado Coaster with its bends for the girls & the mighty Mississippi Drifter river ride for Mum. It's non-stop!
Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway (44 miles)
Easleigh
Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway Come and ride on our and a quarter mile track to the children’s playground and picnic area by the lakes at Monks Brook Halt.
Lakeside Country Park (44 miles)
Eastleigh
Lakeside Country Park 60 acres of lakes, wet meadow and woodland situated between Eastleigh and Southampton.
Tower Park Bowlplex (44 miles)
Poole
Tower Park 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?
Greenmeadow Community Farm (44 miles)
Torfaen
Greenmeadow Community Farm The farm has a wide variety of animals including sheep, goats, cattle, tortoises, deer and chickens. Visitors can see the cows being milked and enjoy a tractor & trailer ride. There are learning materials available for school children. There is also tractor an adventure playground and an interactive play area where you can have a go at milking a life-size demo cow!
Cefn Mably Farm Park (44 miles)
Castleton
Cefn Mably Farm Park A visit to Cefn Mably Farm Park provides an increasingly rare opportunity to meet and interact with a large variety of friendly farm animals in any weather and at any time if the year.
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway (44 miles)
Toddington
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway The GWR is asteam and diesel heritage railway in the English Cotswolds. Since 1981, the volunteers have restored over 10 miles of line, together with platforms, buildings, steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock. In addition to a scheduled service, GWR hosts a number of galas and enthusiasts’ events throughout the year, including our popular Santa Specials.
Farmer Palmers (44 miles)
Poole
Farmer Palmers Hands-on animal events, outdoor play, indoor soft play areas & toddler/baby facilities. Serving home cooked food in large restaurant, your children will have a fun day whatever the weather! - The best, value for money, visitor attraction for children 8yrs and under
Ants Inya Pants Play Centre (44 miles)
Cardiff
Ants Inya Pants Play Centre Ants Inya Pants is a great place for children to explore. It is full of slides, ball-pits, tunnels, cannons and zip-lines! It is a great place in Cardiff to go on a huge adventure, whilst grown ups can enjoy a coffee and relax... or better still, join in the adventure!
Planet Ice Basingstoke (44 miles)
Basingstoke
Planet Ice Basingstoke - great ice skating rink with special childrens sessions and birthday parties available. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Hampshire with kids
Crewkerne and District Museum (44 miles)
Crewkerne
Crewkerne and District Museum Come discover the social and industrial history of Crewkerne across four galleries with changing displays.
Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (44 miles)
Wallingford
Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary A registered charity which cares for and protects abused and ill-treated donkeys and other animals whom you may visit and sometimes pet and feed.
Basingstoke Bowlplex (44 miles)
Basingstoke
Basingstoke 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?
Beale Park (45 miles)
Reading
Beale Park Space, fresh air, tranquility, fun, adventure, enchanting animals, exotic beauty and all this on the banks of the magical Thames.
JJ's World of Fun (45 miles)
Basingstoke
JJ's World of Fun The regions premier Childrens play and party venue, one of the largest play frames in the uk along with a 140 seat café and sofas 2 Large play areas Full of ups and downs, overs and unders, twists and turns, climbing and sliding, wibbling and wobbling across the wibbly wobbly bridges
Basingstoke Aquadrome (45 miles)
Basingstoke
Basingstoke Aquadrome With pools, flumes, fully equipped clean family changing rooms, free parking, a lively fun atmosphere and cafe, this is a great day out for any active family.
Milestones - Living History Museum (45 miles)
Basingstoke
Milestones - Living History Museum Imagine an open-air museum inside a massive modern building… a network of streets with shops, a village green and even a pub... dating from Victorian times and the 1930s… it's fun... a surprise around every corner!
Playzone (45 miles)
Tewkesbury
Playzone The new indoor children's play facility at Croft Farm Leisure Park. There's the usual fun to be had on the playstructure, softplay, and bouncy castle, plus table football and play some fitclub games on the grass.
Jungle Jeans (45 miles)
Southampton
Jungle Jeans A truly magical experience awaits you at Jungle Jeans. Discover the sights and sounds of our play frame jungle while the adults sit back, relax and enjoy refreshments from the Tree Top Café, or let them join in the fun too!
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cardiff (45 miles)
Cardiff
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cardiff Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Marwell Wildlife (45 miles)
Winchester
Marwell Wildlife New for 2012: Marwell Wildlife celebrates it's 40th birthday on 22 May! As part of the celebrations, see our new Penguin home, complete with raised viewing platforms and children's play areas, all unveiled on the birthday itself - 22 May.
Historic Southampton Guided Walks (45 miles)
Southampton
Historic Southampton Guided Walks Historical guided walks by qualified guides around Southampton
Techniquest (45 miles)
Cardiff
Techniquest 160 hands-on exhibits - Become absorbed in the fascinating world of science and technology with over 160 hands-on exhibits to explore. Puzzles and activites that will keep the whole family entertained include: Fire a rocket; Test your reaction times; Race an electric car; Launch a hot air balloon; Watch a bubble race ...and much, much more.
Littledown Centre (45 miles)
Bournemouth
Littledown Centre Swimming pools for the whole family, Yellow Peril and Green Scream waterslides, scrummy food served in the Café and a free outdoor playground with paddling pool set in acres of green parkland, the Littledown Centre is guaranteed to keep everyone entertainedÂ…and it's great value for money too!

Thanks for all the great things to do in Melkesham 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 Wiltshire can enjoy the great day out as well.



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