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Family Days Out near to Stroud
Gloucester Apollo (1 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 (2 miles)
Stroud
Stratford Park Leisure Centre Outdoor and indoor pools, various sporting opportunities. Outdoor pool open May to September.
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre (2 miles)
Stroud
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre - lots of different areas to play, with slides and ball pits and even has a death slide?!
Prinknash Bird and Deer Park (7 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.
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre (7 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!
Bristol Aero Collection (8 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.
WWT Slimbridge Centre (8 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.
Westonbirt The National Arboretum (9 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
JDR Karting (9 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.
GL1 (9 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 (9 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 (9 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.
Tenpin Gloucester (10 miles)
Gloucester
Tenpin Gloucester Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Playzone Indoor Adventure Play (10 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.
Cattle Country Adventure Park (10 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.
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool (10 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 (10 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.
MagicLand (11 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!
Pick a Pot and Paint in the Cotswolds (11 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.
Berkeley Castle (11 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.
Athelstan Museum (11 miles)
Malmesbury
Athelstan Museum A museum capturing the history of Malmesbury.
Cotswold Country Park and Beach (12 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.
Dean Heritage Centre (13 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.
Sandford Parks Lido (13 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.
The Paint it Yourself Pottery Co. (13 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.
Dean Forest Railway (14 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.
Go Ape! Forest of Dean (14 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.
Kids Combat Adventures (14 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.
Forest Model Village (15 miles)
Aylburton
Forest Model Village Hidden beneath a shady woodland canopy is an enchanted glade full of humour, history and entertainment.
International Centre for Birds of Prey (16 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.
Cricklade Leisure Centre (16 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!
Pedalabikeaway (16 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.
Drive Tech Ltd (17 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.
Perrygrove Railway and Treetop Adventure (17 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 (17 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.
Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines (18 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!'
Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway (18 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!!!
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail (18 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.
Old Down Country Park (18 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!
Sudeley Castle (19 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.
West Country Karting (19 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!
Lydiard Park (19 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.
Symonds Yat West Amusement Park (20 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.
River Severn and Meadows Attractions (20 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.
Tenpin Swindon (20 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!
Space Play (20 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 (20 miles)
Swindon
Cineworld Cinema A Seven screen cinema showing the latest releases. There is a special kids club on Saturdays.
Kingfisher River Cruises (20 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.
The Ridge Climbing Wall (20 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.
Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating (20 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
Playzone (20 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.
Studley Grange Butterfly World (20 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 (20 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.
Clever Hands (20 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.
Kidz About Adventure Play (21 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.
Riverside Leisure Club (21 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.
The Amazing Hedge Puzzle (21 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 (21 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 (21 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.
Cotswold Farm Park (21 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.
Whirlikidz (21 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.
Oasis Leisure Centre (21 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.
STEAM - Museum of the GWR (21 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.
Jesters Adventure Play (21 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.
Bowood House & Gardens (21 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.
Jump Indoor Playcentre (22 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!
Cotswold River Cruise (22 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.
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway (22 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.
Kingswood Leisure Centre (22 miles)
Staple Hill
Kingswood Leisure Centre Large indoor pool with one, three and five meter diving boards and a creche available on site.
Birdland Park and Gardens (22 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.
Bourton on the Water Eye Spy Mission (22 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 (22 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.
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway (22 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!
Eastnor Castle (22 miles)
Ledbury
Eastnor Castle Fairytale Georgian castle in magical surroundings, with Deer Park, Lake and Arboretum. Children’s Adventure Playground and Assault Course, Knight’s Maze.
Lacock Village Treasure Trail (22 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!
The Old New Inn Model Village (22 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.
Cotswold Motoring Museum (22 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!
Hop Skip and Jump (22 miles)
Kingswood
Hop Skip and Jump A special play and support centre for children with special needs and their families.
Uglybugs Softplay (22 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.
Kingswood Heritage Museum (22 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.
Highworth Recreation Centre (22 miles)
Swindon
Highworth Recreation Centre Indoor or outdoor pools depending on weather, diving facilities, Wet 'n' Wild sessions and more besides.
Boing (23 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.
Calne Leisure Centre (23 miles)
Calne
Calne Leisure Centre An indoor leisure centre with a range of activities for visitors of all ages! Swim, climb and much more.
Bristol Bowlplex (23 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?
Castaways Indoor Play (23 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.
Jolly Roger Adventure (23 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.
Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre (23 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.
Glazydayz Pottery (24 miles)
Ledbury
Glazydayz Pottery Paint Your Own Pottery - Great fun for kids, relaxing for adults. Choose from over 400 items - the biggest choice of any studio in the Herefordshire, Worcestershire & Gloucestershire area. Indoor kids' play area, plenty of free parking right outside our door, refreshments available
Avon Valley Railway (24 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.
Bath Boating Station (24 miles)
Bath
Bath Boating Station Rowing, punting and canoeing on the delightful River Avon at Bath.
Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge (24 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.
St Werburghs City Farm (24 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.
Malvern Hills Spy Mission Drive Trail (24 miles)
Great Malvern
Malvern Hills Spy Mission Drive Trail The Malvern Hills are a famous beauty spot, with scenic views over both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. This circular driving Spy Mission Trail around the North Malvern Hills takes about 2.5 hours. There are 5 stopping places where clues can be found to crack the code and save Malvern’s water!
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.
Farmer Giles Farmstead (24 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 .
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.
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens (24 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!
Felix Road Adventure Playground (24 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.
Portico Play (24 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.
PlaySpace (25 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.
Scallywags Castle (25 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...
AMF Avonmeads (25 miles)
Bristol
AMF Avonmeads Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Fashion Museum (25 miles)
Bath
Fashion Museum A World-class collection of contemporary and historical dress.
Caldicot Castle (25 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.
Royal Victoria Park (25 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.
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf (25 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?
Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park (25 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.
The Jane Austen Centre (25 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!
Zany Zone Softplay (25 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.
American Museum in Britain (25 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.
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum (25 miles)
Bath
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum Celebrating, cherishing and continuing the story of the Abbey site.
Theatre Royal Bath (25 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.
Roman Baths and Museum (25 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).
Motion Ramp Park (25 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.
The Little Theatre Cinema (25 miles)
Bath
The Little Theatre Cinema A quaint little picture house showing the best in mainstream, arthouse, foreign and independent film.
University of Bristol Botanic Gardens (25 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.
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.
Stow on the Wold Treasure Trail (25 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.
Bristol Ferry Boat Co (25 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.
Bristol Ice Rink (25 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Ice Rink Family friendly skating rink with full programme of lessons and ice sports in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.
Bristol City Museum Under 7s Gallery (25 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.
Brandon Hill Park (26 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.
Flying Saucers The Painting Pottery Cafe (26 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.
Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour (26 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.
At-Bristol (26 miles)
Bristol
At-Bristol One of the UK's largest and most exciting science centres! At-Bristol has over 300 interactive exhibits, live science shows and a Planetarium: great value fun for all the family!
Bristol Zoo Gardens (26 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
Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited (26 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.
Avebury Village and Ancient Stones Trail (26 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!
Blue Reef Aquarium (26 miles)
Bristol
Blue Reef Aquarium Indoor aquarium on Bristolâs harbourside,
With over 40 displays, and 7,000 animals, you can spot sharks, rays, clownfish, seahorses, fearsome piranhas, jellyfish and many more. View the shipwreck, the underwater viewing tunnel, visit the fantastic IMAX 3D Cinema, where you feel as though you are swimming with whales and dolphins!
Boomerang Play Centre (26 miles)
Melkesham
Boomerang Play Centre Kids indoor play centre with a separate area for toddlers.
Bath City Farm (26 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.
Windmill Hill City Farm (26 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.
Avebury Stone Circle (26 miles)
Marlborough
Avebury Stone Circle One of Europe's largest pre-historic stone circles!
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.
Broadway Tower Country Park (26 miles)
Broadway
Broadway Tower Country Park - spectacular views,, a restaurant, a Red deer enclosure, country walks, picnic sites and wildlife & wildflowers in season
Brunels SS Great Britain (26 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.
Clifton Observatory (26 miles)
Bristol
Clifton Observatory A natural cave with viewing platforms, unparalleled views over the local scenery and the only formal Camera Obscura in England.
Prior Park Landscape Gardens (26 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.
Bristol Packet Boat Rides (26 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.
The Clifton Suspension Bridge (26 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 !
Dame Emily Park (27 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.
Green Frog Pottery (27 miles)
Malvern
Green Frog Pottery Come and have fun painting your own design on a piece of pottery. There are lots of things to choose from, including mugs, plates and bowls, money boxes, treasure boxes, animals, cupcakes, dragons, pirates, aliens, fairies, princesses and much more! Great fun for all the family.
Wacky Warehouse - Strawberry Field (27 miles)
Evesham
Wacky Warehouse - Strawberry Field - the usual Wacky Warehouse scenario - you have a rest which the kids run themselves to a standstill on the play structure - lovely!!
Malvern Splash (27 miles)
Malvern
Malvern Splash Swimming Pool - 25m pool and teaching pool, flume, wave machine and beach - plus loads more leisure facilities
Funtime Family Entertainment Centre (27 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.
Horseworld (27 miles)
Whitchurch
Horseworld Ideal for any horse lovers out there - including grooming, interactive museum, nature trail and loads more
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre (27 miles)
Devizes
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre childrens indoor soft play centre in Devizes.
Hengrove Park (27 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
Batsford Aboretum (28 miles)
Moreton-in-Marsh
Batsford Aboretum Visit the Cotswold's secret garden for 55 acres of walks in magical Japanese settings.
Ice Quest Malvern (28 miles)
Malvern
Ice Quest Malvern Ice Skating Rink, Laser Quest Arena for up to 24 players, Birthday parties, Arcade machines, Fully Licensed Bar and more.
Cotswold Falconry Centre (28 miles)
Moreton In Marsh
Cotswold Falconry Centre Birds of prey are constantly showing off their skills at this amazing centre, where the breeding and conservation of birds of prey is of paramount importance. Many different types of birds of prey are on display here, including eagles, hawks, owls and falcons.
Wiltshire Heritage Museum (28 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.
Oakham Treasures (29 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.
Trowbridge Sports Centre (29 miles)
Trowbridge
Trowbridge Sports Centre Swimming facilities and diving pool, depth 4m, with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.
AJ Activities (29 miles)
Hereford
AJ Activities The 12yrs+ group activity which beats all others. Played across varied terrain and incorporating a wide selection of game scenarios, paintball provides a "rush" unlike any other activity.
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
Out To Grass (30 miles)
Malvern
Out To Grass Fantastic and welcoming setting for confident mountain bike and BMX riders
Tyntesfield (30 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.
Hope Nature Centre (30 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.
Honeybourne Pottery (30 miles)
Honeybourne
Honeybourne Pottery We are a hands on pottery studio. Come and have fun throwing a pot on the potter's wheel, or paint an item from our ready-to-paint range. Please telephone or email to book a session. Parties and crash courses available.
Honeybourne Rare Breeds UK Centre (30 miles)
Evesham
Honeybourne Rare Breeds UK Centre Visitors to Honeybourne are very welcome. There are 20 acres in which to view fowl, duck, geese, turkeys bantams and rare breed farm animals and indoor and outdoor play areas for the children by the tearooms.
Gone Potty Paint Your Own (30 miles)
Hereford
Gone Potty Paint Your Own You can have lots of fun painting your own designs onto pottery, making it personal to you and your family creating a unique gift for you to use everyday or to keep as a treasured memento.
Herefordshire Nature Trust (30 miles)
Tupsley
Herefordshire Nature Trust Herefordshire is often described as England's most rural county, with a rich mosaic landscape of small fields, ancient hedgerows and wooded hills.
Hereford Leisure Pool (31 miles)
Hereford
Hereford Leisure Pool - has a wave machine and water slide, a 'beach' area and various water features and a whirlpool, as well as the usual leisure pool
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery (31 miles)
Hereford
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery Hereford Museum and Art Gallery, housed in a spectacular Victorian gothic building, has been exhibiting artefacts and works of fine and decorative art connected with the local area since 1874. Although the exterior of the building has changed very little the museum and gallery have kept up with the times.
Manic Ceramics (31 miles)
Hereford
Manic Ceramics Make and paint your own ceramic creations, with help from friendly, experienced staff.
Play Planet Soft Playcentre (31 miles)
Hereford
Play Planet Soft Playcentre Play Planet is Hereford’s newest and biggest indoor children’s play centre, offering a three tier space themed soft play experience.
TGS Bowling (31 miles)
Hereford
TGS Bowling Seventeen lanes of 10-pin bowling; 12 holes of Adventure Golf; arcades; American bistro with wide-ranging menu; pool tables; party venue and bar - all under one roof!
Kulula Kidz (32 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.
Worcester Woods Country Park (32 miles)
Worcester
Worcester Woods Country Park Whether you are looking for birds, swings, coffee, flowers, footpaths or all of these and more, you've come to the right place. A Green Flag awarded site.
Little Acorns Indoor Play (32 miles)
Worcester
Little Acorns Indoor Play has a capacity of over 200 children and includes; three tier main adventure play area, featuring 4m wavy slide, spiral tube slide, interactive features and games, rock climb traversing wall and sports court.
The Commandery (32 miles)
Sidbury
The Commandery has exciting stories to tell you about power, greed, war, wealth, romance, death, society and industry. Step back in time to catch a glimpse of the lively characters that have inhabited this ancient building during the past seven centuries.
Worcester Bowl (32 miles)
Worcester
Worcester Bowl Classic family friendly tenpin bowling with an acknowledged high standard of facilities. Kids love bowling, especially with gutter guards and bowling ramps to give them a chance!
Brokerswood Country Park (32 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.
The Lido (32 miles)
Chipping Norton
The Lido Set in safe, secure and well- maintained grounds overlooking the countryside this environmentally friendly 25m pool of crystal clear water has a water slide at the deep end.
Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre (33 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 (33 miles)
Radstock
Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre Be the King of the jungle at Cheeky Monkeys soft indoor play area!
Llama Trekking at Old King Street Farm (33 miles)
Hereford
Llama Trekking at Old King Street Farm Llama trekking is fast becoming a 'must-do' activity. Bond with your llama - get to know him and take him on a walk in the glorious countryside of south west Herefordshire. If travelling from further afield, why not take a two day stay in one of our holiday cottages?
Bowl Xtreme (34 miles)
Worcester
Bowl Xtreme Classic tenpin bowling, fun for young and old and great in the wet weather! Plus their unique Glow Track helps bowlers adjust their shots more easily resulting in higher scores, and there are ramps and bumper rails for the kids.
Shortwood Family Farm (34 miles)
Bromyard
Shortwood Family Farm Milk a cow by hand; take part in our Animal Feeding Tour; watch the machine milking; Visit Mini Farm World, Pets Corner and the Play Area; follow the Farm Trail; take a trailer ride around the farm; and admire the panoramic views across four counties!
Weston Miniature Railway (34 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
Teddy Bears of Bromyard (34 miles)
Bromyard
Teddy Bears of Bromyard hundreds of rare and exciting exhibits - all well displayed behind glass. You will see antique bears, dolls, Disney toys, prams, pedal cars, a huge steiff bear and the smallest golly.
Clevedon Pier (34 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.
Broomy Hill Miniature Railway (35 miles)
Broomy Hill
Broomy Hill Miniature Railway Extensive Miniature Railway in 3 1/2, 5 and 7 1/4 inch gauges - check website for public running days
Newport Centre (35 miles)
Newport
Newport Centre The Newport Centre has a leisure pool with slide, wave machine and beach area.
Cwmbran Bowlplex (35 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?
Junction 21 Kids Play Centre (35 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 !
Newport Museum and Art Gallery (35 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.
Zoopadoopa LTD (35 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.
Ragley Hall (35 miles)
Alcester
Ragley Hall Set in 400 acres of Parkland, Ragley is ideal for fun days out of picnics and play. The adventure playground, maze, Woodland Walk and large picnic area will appeal to kids of all ages. The House and Gardens are also open to the public and provide a glimpse of days gone by.
Abergavenny Castle & Museum (35 miles)
Abergavenny
Abergavenny Castle & Museum Abergavenny Museum is set in the grounds of a 'ruined' Norman Castle, where you can enjoy a picnic during the summer and a brisk walk on colder days. The museum contains activity Room for children, where there is the opportunity to colour, cut and stick. At certain times they offer workshops led by museum staff.
Court Farm and Leisure (36 miles)
Tillington
Court Farm and Leisure Court Farm and Leisure has Fishing Lakes, Farm Shop & Pick Your Own and a Mountain Board Centre.
Butterflies and More (36 miles)
North Somerset
Butterflies and More Come and see a wonderful display of butterflies and moths in our own tropical rainforest. Wander through our diverse planting of tropical trees, shrubs and climbers including many passionflowers. Watch ravenous caterpillars munch their way through leaf after leaf, barely pausing for breath! Witness beautiful butterflies emerging from their chrysalises and spot the terrapins basking in the sun.
Kingdom Come (36 miles)
Abergavenny
Kingdom Come Kingdom Come is a Childrens Indoor Play Centre for 0 – 11 years. This castle themed playcentre provides everything a child needs to keep them stimulated for their play session.
Beacon Park Boats (36 miles)
Abergavenney
Beacon Park Boats Exceptionally quiet electric day boats on the Monmouthshire & Brecon canal
Greenmeadow Community Farm (36 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!
Cheeky Monkeys Cwmbran Ltd (36 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!
Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums (36 miles)
Witney
Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums All aboard! See how engines work; what buses are made of; go aboard some; see old tickets and uniforms once used. View the workshop and on special days ride on a vintage bus.
Morris Museum: see a 1970s police car; 1920s Bullnose Morris and a Mini in the original style.
Queenswood Country Park (37 miles)
Leominster
Queenswood Country Park Woodland children's play area, easy access path and waymarked trails, panoramic views, season events, licensed cafe and seasonal tourist info centre
Blenheim Palace (37 miles)
Woodstock
Blenheim Palace - something for the whole family. Come and visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill, experience 'Blenheim Palace: The Untold Stories' in a new visitor attraction and muddle your way through the Marlborough Maze in the Pleasure Gardens.
The Oxfordshire Museum (37 miles)
Woodstock
The Oxfordshire Museum A wide range of natural and social history exhibits, the more exciting of which include the interactive dinosaur gallery and gardens, and the special family drop-in sessions.
Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre (38 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
Longleat Forest Centre Parcs (38 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 (38 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 (38 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.
Mendips Raceway (38 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!
Avon Ski and Action Centre (38 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!
Stratford Bike Hire (38 miles)
Stratford upon Avon
Stratford Bike Hire Hire a bike and cycle the Stratford Greenway, 5 miles of Traffic Free cycle path perfect for young families. The cycle hire centre and cafe are based in refurbished railway carriages which the children will love. Range of childrens bikes, child seats, infant trailers and tagalongs available
Waterfowl Sanctuary and Childrens Farm (38 miles)
Banbury
Waterfowl Sanctuary and Childrens Farm The sanctuary has a 'cuddle corner' where adults and children (with strict adult supervision)
may handle baby rabbits, chicks, ducklings, kittens and new born mice and gerbils (when in season). A great place to take toddlers if you are looking for family days out in Oxfordshire.
Woodstock Open Air Heated Pool (38 miles)
Woodstock
Woodstock Open Air Heated Pool 25 meter pool (heated to 29 degrees) with separate toddler's paddling pool - Diving board
Puxton Park (38 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.
Stratford Town Walk (38 miles)
Stratford upon Avon
Stratford Town Walk The ideal way to discover Shakespeare's Stratford upon Avon is to join the award winning town walk, 365 days a year! Informative, interesting and entertaining. Private walks for individuals and groups, by arrangement. Great discounts available with your ticket.
Big Pit National Mining Museum (39 miles)
Torfaen
Big Pit National Mining Museum World-famous underground tour - go 300 feet underground with a real miner and see what life was like for the thousands of men who worked at the coal face. Plus new multi-media tours and exhibitions.
Falstaff's Experience (39 miles)
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Falstaff's Experience Set within one of the most historic buildings in Stratford upon Avon, Tudor World bring the 16th century to life. Terry Deary of Horrible Histories devoted his latest book on Stratford to the attraction and described it as one of his books come to life. Fun for all ages.
Stratford Picturehouse Cinema (39 miles)
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford Picturehouse Cinema - is a convenient and comfortable venue where you can catch the latest blockbusters & other quality releases in pleasant surroundings, full of character.
Stratford Butterfly Farm (39 miles)
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford Butterfly Farm Wander through a tropical rainforest with a myriad multicoloured butterflies, sunbirds and Koi Carp. See fascinating animals in Insect City and view deadly spiders in perfect safety in Arachnoland.
Grove Golf and Bowl (39 miles)
Leominster
Grove Golf and Bowl Eight state of the art bowling lanes using the latest computer technology, giving super accurate scoring and bowling speeds. Fully automated bumpers for the less experienced bowlers programmed to rise on their turn, so you hit a pin every time.
Avon Boating (39 miles)
Stratford Upon Avon
Avon Boating Varied multi-season boat hire for families.
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust (39 miles)
Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust - owns and cares for the five Shakespeare Houses and Gardens in and around Stratford-upon-Avon and offers a wide range of educational opportunities for everyone interested in Shakespeare.
Cheddar Caves and Gorge (39 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.
East Somerset Railway (39 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.
Court Farm Country Park (40 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.
Stratford Armouries (40 miles)
Stratford On Avon
Stratford Armouries We are a family friendly visitor attraction situated just outside Stratford-upon-Avon. The armouries feature a curriculum tied museum with exciting exhibits such as our life-sized armoured elephant! We have a large indoor play centre and outdoor play centre with pirate ship and fort. We also run children's parties.
Bucket and Spade (40 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Bucket and Spade A Two-for-one pub with a fun barn attached.
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool (40 miles)
Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool Environmentally managed lido.
Wookey Hole Caves (40 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)
Redwings Horse Sanctuary (40 miles)
Oxhill
Redwings Horse Sanctuary Home to adoption equines Dylan, Felicity, Will and dinky pony Wensley along with more than 50 rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. A moral lesson and a fun trip.
Abingdon Walking Treasure Trail (40 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.
Oxford River Cruises (40 miles)
Oxford
Oxford River Cruises A trip aboard an Edwardian River Launch in Oxford offers a taste of a slower life, where cares drift away with the gentle flow of the water and life’s pleasures can be enjoyed to their utmost. Great idea for a family day out in Oxfordshire.
Abbey Meadow Open Air Swimming Pool (40 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
Crazy Colosseum Indoor Playcentre (40 miles)
Kidlington
Crazy Colosseum Indoor Playcentre The indoor play arena, Crazy Colosseum, is a soft arena with 3 floors filled with all the latest play equipment, including Ball Pool, Huge Slide, Climbing Bridges to guarantee a fun and crazy time for 0-8 year olds. Children of all abilities will love this play area.
Kennet Horse Boat Company (40 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.
Snakes and Ladders (40 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.
Oxford Ice Rink (40 miles)
Oxford
Oxford Ice Rink Great fun for all the family at the newly renovated Ice Rink. General session, family sessions and lessons for children of all abilities. The rink is very
easy to reach as it's right in the heart of Oxford; just a short walk from Oxford City centre and railway station.
Wells Cathedral (41 miles)
Wells
Wells Cathedral A 12th Century Early English Gothic Cathedral boasting 296 Medieval groups of structure. One of England's most beautiful cathedrals.
Oxford Castle Unlocked (41 miles)
Oxford
Oxford Castle Unlocked - reveals Oxford’s less well known history, one that’s rich with tales of great escapes, betrayal and even romance – all within the walls of this ancient castle and prison.
Cutteslowe Park and Miniature Railway (41 miles)
Oxford
Cutteslowe Park and Miniature Railway A great park with things to do for all the family including a skate park and miniature golf! Ride the miniature railway for a great experience!
Cefn Mably Farm Park (41 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.
Modern Art Oxford (41 miles)
Oxford
Modern Art Oxford Lots of family related things to do: The Modern Art Trolley introduces children of all ages to the Gallery through a range of fun and creative activities. Family Guides are available for most exhibitions and can be enjoyed by all family members. The guide encourages a creative pathway around the exhibition and suggests activities to try out at home plus loads more family days out activities.
Cherwell Boat House (41 miles)
Oxford
Cherwell Boat House Rowing boats, canoes and punts for hire - what a great idea for a bit of family fun while you are in Oxford.
Hinksey Outdoor Pool (41 miles)
Oxford
Hinksey Outdoor Pool A much-loved local landmark, this heated outdoor pool has been providing family summer fun and great memories since 1934.
Large outdoor pool with fun areas for the kids. Sun-beds, play areas and refreshments make this the ideal summer destination.
Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings (41 miles)
Bromsgrove
Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings An outdoor museum of buildings in rural Worcestershire with a full and varied family events programme. Enjoy our natural setting and see some of our exciting buildings, including the Windmill, our interactive National Telephone Collection (including a TARDIS!) and the ever-popular outside toilet!
Pen-y-fan Pond (41 miles)
Caerphilly
Pen-y-fan Pond Parkland about a resevoir with flat open space for sports and kite flying, nature rambling and picnicking. There's a great Alien Invasion Trail around the park that's sure to keep them moving!
The Pitt Rivers Museum (41 miles)
Oxford
The Pitt Rivers Museum is a great place for family days out. It is famous for it’s period atmosphere and outstanding collections from many world cultures, past and present. Due to building works only the ground floor is currently open.
Oxford Univ Museum of Natural History (41 miles)
Oxford
Oxford Univ Museum of Natural History Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in the tower.
Bates Collection of Musical Instruments (41 miles)
Oxford
Bates Collection of Musical Instruments One of the most magnificent collections of musical instruments in the world. The Bate has over 2000 instruments from the Western orchestral music traditions from the renaissance, through the baroque, classical, romantic and up to modern times.
Museum of the History of Science (41 miles)
Oxford
Museum of the History of Science A free to view unrivalled collection of early scientific instruments and exciting modern exhibitions in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Oxford with kids.
Broughton Castle (41 miles)
Banbury
Broughton Castle A hugely popular and impressive house and grounds, beautifully furnished and lovingly restored, with fascinating historical artifacts throughout. We suggest for a full day you enjoy this in conjunction with another activity, and although they seem child friendly it is definitely only for the calmer kids.
The Helicopter Museum (41 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.
Weston-super-Mare's largest undercover all weather attraction. A fun place for all the family, with a coffee shop, children's play area.
Stonehenge (41 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.
The University of Oxford Botanic Garden (41 miles)
Oxford
The University of Oxford Botanic Garden This Garden is a national reference collection of 7,000 different types of plant, making it the most compact yet diverse collection of plants in the World – there is even more biological diversity here than there is in tropical rain forests and other biodiversity hotspots.
Charlecote Park (41 miles)
Warwick
Charlecote Park For the less boisterous child, this charming house offers many foreign and domestic curios, wonderful portraits and spacious grounds with nature trails with an on site herd of fallow deer roaming about.
Purple Sheep Centre (42 miles)
Weston Super Mare
Purple Sheep Centre A bouncy castle, indoor and outdoor play areas make this play centre an all weather fun activity!
Coconut Island Play Centre (42 miles)
Redditch
Coconut Island Play Centre - offers a superb play experience for children from the under-2's upwards. The main play area has a capacity of 75 children, with a large ball pit, a spooky area and three slides.
Science Oxford Live (42 miles)
Oxford
Science Oxford Live Science Oxford Live is a great place for children to discover science by playing. All exhibits are interactive and families can go at their own pace, with the help of one of our friendly guides.
Rock Solid Climbing Wall (42 miles)
Oxford
Rock Solid Climbing Wall Modern ope climbing facility with kids' clubs and courses from age 7 upwards. Features include bouldering room, bottom rope wall and Walltopia lead tower.
Juggler Soft Play Centre (42 miles)
Bromsgrove
Juggler Soft Play Centre Jugglers soft play centre is a children's soft play area, suitable for a wide age range of children. The play centre is in a convenient area of Bromsgrove and has lots of parking, jugglers is a safe place for children to play whilst parents sit back and enjoy a hot drink and watch their children having fun.
Herefordshire Raceway (42 miles)
Weobley
Herefordshire Raceway Anyone fourteen years or older and 1.5 metres tall can drive the twin-engine pro-karts. Children over the age of eight years and at least 1.3 metres tall may use the restricted twin engine pro-karts.
Hartlebury Castle and Museum (42 miles)
Hartlebury
Hartlebury Castle and Museum Whether you are looking for a trip down memory lane, a chance to learn something new, a peaceful stroll through nature or a nice cup of tea and a cake, Hartlebury Castle has it all. Hosting exciting events throughout the year a great day out for all the family.
Time Machine Museum (42 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 (42 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.
Didcot Wave Leisure Pool (42 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.
Outdoor Laser (42 miles)
Station Road
Outdoor Laser Laser Tag for eight year olds and up. Birthday parties and high wire adventure combo days also available.
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.
1st Bowl Weston Super Mare (42 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 (43 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.
You will find something here for everyone young or old, local or visitor.
Bounce Childrens Play and Party Centre (43 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.
The Tree House Play Centre (43 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.
Seaquarium (43 miles)
Weston-Super-Mare
Seaquarium Here you will discover the fascinating secrets hidden beneath the Severn Estuary and the sea beyond.
iKidz Activity Club Oxford (43 miles)
Oxford
iKidz Activity Club Oxford Family Activity and Indoor Play Centre for children of all ages. iKidz offers a purpose-built toddler's soft-play area, an adventure frame for 5-11 year olds and specially designed areas for structured weekly activities (see timetable on website), children's parties and holiday camps.
Oxford Bowlplex (43 miles)
Oxford
Oxford 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?
Jambinos (43 miles)
Oxford
Jambinos - a brand new concept in indoor activities for children aged 0-10yrs. A huge variety of indoor play centre activities are available under one roof, whilst the adults can enjoy quality catering, WIFI access, stylish seating and first class service. We provide a variety of themed parties and can put together a party extravaganza that won't easily be forgotten.
Ants Inya Pants Play Centre (43 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!
Monkey Mania (43 miles)
Blackwood
Monkey Mania Childrens indoor soft play centre in Gwent. Great place to go with the kids on a cold, wet or chilly day. Also great idea for kids party.
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.
Karting Oxford (43 miles)
Oxford
Karting Oxford Get set for a phenomenal drive for the over 8s. Speed is the name of the game as you whizz around the floodlit 360 metre circuit. Min age 8yrs. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Oxford with kids.
Stourhead (44 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.
Lakeside SuperBowl Banbury (44 miles)
Banbury
Lakeside SuperBowl Banbury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Lakeside SuperBowl has 20 lanes!
Cholderton Charlie's Farm (44 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!
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido (44 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 (44 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 National Herb Centre (44 miles)
Warmington
The National Herb Centre More than just a garden centre...Nature trail, labyrinth, children's play area, licensed bistro, gift shop, children's activities during school holidays.
Rugrats and Half Pints Indoor Play (44 miles)
Banbury
Rugrats and Half Pints Indoor Play is a new concept in indoor sensory & soft play activities for children aged between 0-8 years.
Dedicated sensory area for babies. Soft play structure, trampolines, dressing up costumes, playhouse and activity classes for the older children. Stylish and relaxing cafe for the grown ups
Wyre Forest Discovery Centre (44 miles)
Rock
Wyre Forest Discovery Centre The Wyre Forest Discovery Centre hosts the "education centre of excellence". Curriculum linked activities and a variety of adult craft and wildlife focus days are available.
Go Ape! Wyre (44 miles)
Bewdley
Go Ape! Wyre 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.
Adventure Dolphin (44 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.
Adamsdown Play Centre (44 miles)
Cardiff
Adamsdown Play Centre Enjoy a variety of play activities from cooking, arts and crafts to sports. Also has soft play facility. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids.
Heritage Motor Centre (44 miles)
Gaydon
Heritage Motor Centre Home to the world's largest collection of historic British cars. Come and uncover the magical story of the British motor industry with new, exciting and interactive exhibitions and outdoor activities.
Kidzz Fun Indoor Playcentre (45 miles)
Ystrad Mynach
Kidzz Fun Indoor Playcentre - is an Indoor children’s play centre with café and lounge areas, sports court and play frame, even a funky car track. We also cater for children’s parties in one of our 3 fantastic party areas.
Jump Activity Centre (45 miles)
Cardiff
Jump Activity Centre Cardiff Jump has enormous adventure play-frames: a space zone, a galleon and an enchanted castle. At 27,000 sq feet it is the largest dedicated indoor soft play centre in the UK
Bush Farm Bison Centre (45 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.
Caerphilly Castle (45 miles)
Caerphilly
Caerphilly Castle Stretching over a thirty-acre site in the centre of Caerphilly, this imposing Castle is a striking testament to the turbulent times of medieval Wales Exhibitions, medieval weapons - plenty to see and do..
Cafe Junior (45 miles)
Cardiff
Cafe Junior Child oriented eatery with play area. Health and fun conscious! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids, particularly if you're hungry!
Oaker Wood Leisure (45 miles)
Leominster
Oaker Wood Leisure Outdoor Activity site offering wide range of children’s adventurous activities. Junior Quad Bike Woodland Treks, Paintball (aged 11+), High Rope Tree Trekking, Super Swing, Climbing, Abseiling, Target Shooting, Low Rope Challenge Course, Raft Building. Holiday Activity Days, Birthday Parties, School trips and overnight residential camps.
Formula Fast Karting (45 miles)
Banbury
Formula Fast Karting An indoor circuit, 400m in length. Karting is an exciting challenge for your younger driver and is a brilliant confidence builder. If your child has not karted before then the Junior Race Induction is the ideal starting point. Over 8s.
Thruxton Kart Centre (45 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.
Wacky Warehouse - Pentre Gwilym House (45 miles)
Cardiff
Wacky Warehouse - Pentre Gwilym House - the usual Wacky setup, have a sit down and a well deserved nice cup of tea, while the kids run round like loons in the great indoor play centre - lovely!! Great idea for kids partys as well.
Thanks for all the great things to do in Stroud 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 Gloucestershire can enjoy the great day out as well.
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