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Family Days Out near to Swindon
Oasis Leisure Centre (< 1 mile)
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 (< 1 mile)
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.
Jolly Roger Adventure (1 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.
Link Leisure Centre Ice Skating (2 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 (2 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.
Tenpin Swindon (2 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 (2 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 (2 miles)
Swindon
Cineworld Cinema A Seven screen cinema showing the latest releases. There is a special kids club on Saturdays.
Farmer Giles Farmstead (2 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 .
Lydiard Park (3 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.
Kidz About Adventure Play (3 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.
Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway (4 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!!!
Studley Grange Butterfly World (4 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 (4 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.
Roves Farm Visitor Centre (4 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.
Highworth Recreation Centre (5 miles)
Swindon
Highworth Recreation Centre Indoor or outdoor pools depending on weather, diving facilities, Wet 'n' Wild sessions and more besides.
Cricklade Leisure Centre (6 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!
Cotswold Country Park and Beach (10 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.
Avebury Stone Circle (10 miles)
Marlborough
Avebury Stone Circle One of Europe's largest pre-historic stone circles!
Avebury Village and Ancient Stones Trail (11 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!
Cotswold River Cruise (12 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.
Pick a Pot and Paint in the Cotswolds (12 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.
Jesters Adventure Play (12 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.
MagicLand (12 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!
Kids Combat Adventures (13 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.
Corinium Museum (13 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.
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool (13 miles)
Cirencester
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pool with toddler's paddling pool and hot showers for after. Open May to September.
Bristol Aero Collection (13 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.
Calne Leisure Centre (14 miles)
Calne
Calne Leisure Centre An indoor leisure centre with a range of activities for visitors of all ages! Swim, climb and much more.
Athelstan Museum (14 miles)
Malmesbury
Athelstan Museum A museum capturing the history of Malmesbury.
Bowood House & Gardens (15 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.
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens (15 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!
Funtime Family Entertainment Centre (16 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.
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre (16 miles)
Devizes
Coral Cove Party and Adventure Centre childrens indoor soft play centre in Devizes.
Wiltshire Heritage Museum (18 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.
Lacock Village Treasure Trail (18 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!
Westonbirt The National Arboretum (19 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
Kennet Horse Boat Company (19 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.
Drive Tech Ltd (19 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.
Boomerang Play Centre (21 miles)
Melkesham
Boomerang Play Centre Kids indoor play centre with a separate area for toddlers.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Gloucester Apollo (22 miles)
Stroud
Gloucester Apollo Enjoy all the latest releases at Stroud's Apollo Cinema surrounded by first class comfort and superior technology
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido (23 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 (23 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.
Abbey Meadow Open Air Swimming Pool (23 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 (23 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.
Stratford Park Leisure Centre (23 miles)
Stroud
Stratford Park Leisure Centre Outdoor and indoor pools, various sporting opportunities. Outdoor pool open May to September.
Adventure Dolphin (23 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.
Snakes and Ladders (23 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.
Didcot Wave Leisure Pool (23 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.
Didcot Railway Centre (23 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.
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre (23 miles)
Stroud
Go Bananas Indoor Softplay Centre - lots of different areas to play, with slides and ball pits and even has a death slide?!
Eddie Catz (23 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.
The Tree House Play Centre (24 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.
Leap Frog Ceramics (24 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.
Lakeside SuperBowl Newbury (24 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 (24 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.
Outdoor Laser (24 miles)
Station Road
Outdoor Laser Laser Tag for eight year olds and up. Birthday parties and high wire adventure combo days also available.
Prinknash Bird and Deer Park (24 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.
Pendon Indoor Model Village and Railways (25 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.
Highclere Castle (25 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
The Nature Discovery Centre (25 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.
The Living Rainforest (25 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.
Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums (25 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.
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.
Oxford River Cruises (25 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.
Oxford Ice Rink (25 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.
Hinksey Outdoor Pool (25 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.
Oxford Castle Unlocked (26 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.
Sandford Parks Lido (26 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.
Modern Art Oxford (26 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.
Cotswold Farm Park (26 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.
Bates Collection of Musical Instruments (26 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 (26 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.
Blenheim Palace (26 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 Pitt Rivers Museum (26 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 (26 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.
Trowbridge Sports Centre (26 miles)
Trowbridge
Trowbridge Sports Centre Swimming facilities and diving pool, depth 4m, with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.
The Paint it Yourself Pottery Co. (26 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 University of Oxford Botanic Garden (26 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.
Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (26 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.
Cherwell Boat House (26 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.
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre (26 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!
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.
The Oxfordshire Museum (26 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.
Science Oxford Live (26 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.
iKidz Activity Club Oxford (27 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 (27 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 (27 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.
American Museum in Britain (27 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.
Bucklebury Farm Park (27 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 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.
Rock Solid Climbing Wall (27 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.
Cutteslowe Park and Miniature Railway (27 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!
Hope Nature Centre (27 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.
Woodstock Open Air Heated Pool (27 miles)
Woodstock
Woodstock Open Air Heated Pool 25 meter pool (heated to 29 degrees) with separate toddler's paddling pool - Diving board
Stonehenge (27 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.
Cholderton Charlie's Farm (27 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!
Sudeley Castle (27 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.
Karting Oxford (27 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.
Bath Boating Station (27 miles)
Bath
Bath Boating Station Rowing, punting and canoeing on the delightful River Avon at Bath.
Crazy Colosseum Indoor Playcentre (27 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.
Tenpin Gloucester (27 miles)
Gloucester
Tenpin Gloucester Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Team Sport Andover (27 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.
The Lido (28 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.
Kulula Kidz (28 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.
Cholsey & Wallingford Railway (28 miles)
Wallingford
Cholsey & Wallingford Railway The Cholsey and Wallingford Railway is a preserved former Great Western Railway branchline that links the national railway network at Cholsey, with the historic market town of Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Trains run on selected weekends and bank holidays throughout the year and, where available, are steam hauled.
Finkley Down Farm Park (28 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.
Zany Zone Softplay (28 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.
Andover Leisure Centre (28 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.
Prior Park Landscape Gardens (28 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.
Fashion Museum (28 miles)
Bath
Fashion Museum A World-class collection of contemporary and historical dress.
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum (28 miles)
Bath
Bath Abbey Vaults Museum Celebrating, cherishing and continuing the story of the Abbey site.
Roman Baths and Museum (28 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).
GL1 (28 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 Jane Austen Centre (28 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!
The Little Theatre Cinema (28 miles)
Bath
The Little Theatre Cinema A quaint little picture house showing the best in mainstream, arthouse, foreign and independent film.
Theatre Royal Bath (28 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.
JDR Karting (28 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.
Brokerswood Country Park (28 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.
Royal Victoria Park (28 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.
The Warehouse Climbing Centre (28 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.
Riverside Pool (29 miles)
Wallingford
Riverside Pool 23m heated outdoor swimming pool with paddling pool. Campsite adjacent.
Gloucester Waterways Museum (29 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.
Beale Park (29 miles)
Reading
Beale Park Space, fresh air, tranquility, fun, adventure, enchanting animals, exotic beauty and all this on the banks of the magical Thames.
The UK Wolf Conservation Trust (29 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.
Playzone Indoor Adventure Play (29 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.
Batsford Aboretum (29 miles)
Moreton-in-Marsh
Batsford Aboretum Visit the Cotswold's secret garden for 55 acres of walks in magical Japanese settings.
WWT Slimbridge Centre (29 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.
Cattle Country Adventure Park (29 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.
Bath City Farm (30 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.
Cotswold Falconry Centre (30 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.
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway (30 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.
Berkeley Castle (30 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.
Whitchurch Silk Mill (30 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.
Museum of Army Flying (30 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
Adventure Dolphin (31 miles)
Reading
Adventure Dolphin The Adventure Dolphin provides an a wide range of outdoor and adventurous activities across West Berkshire primarily for the 13-19 year olds but our programme caters for people of all ages from 8-80.
Kingswood Heritage Museum (31 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 (31 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.
Hop Skip and Jump (31 miles)
Kingswood
Hop Skip and Jump A special play and support centre for children with special needs and their families.
Avon Valley Railway (32 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.
Broadway Tower Country Park (32 miles)
Broadway
Broadway Tower Country Park - spectacular views,, a restaurant, a Red deer enclosure, country walks, picnic sites and wildlife & wildflowers in season
Bristol Bowlplex (32 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?
Avon Valley Adventure Wildlife Park (32 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.
Reading Bowl (32 miles)
Reading
Reading Bowl With over 30 fully automated bowling lanes, tons of amusements, generous diner, American pool tables and a fully licensed bar, there is something here for everyone whatever their age or taste.
Kingswood Leisure Centre (32 miles)
Staple Hill
Kingswood Leisure Centre Large indoor pool with one, three and five meter diving boards and a creche available on site.
West Country Karting (32 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!
Castaways Indoor Play (33 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.
Longleat Forest Centre Parcs (33 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
Junction 21 Kids Play Centre (33 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 !
Waterfowl Sanctuary and Childrens Farm (33 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.
Amners Farm and Minature Railway (33 miles)
Burghfield
Amners Farm and Minature Railway Visit the famous farm for the lambing weekends and have a truly unique experience! Ride the miniature railway and enjoy homemade refreshments!
Cheeky Monkeys Indoor Soft Play Centre (34 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.
Old Down Country Park (34 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!
Krazy Play Days (34 miles)
Reading
Krazy Play Days - the huge warehouse provides the perfect setting for indoor play and there's plenty of room to sit at a table or on our comfy sofas and armchairs.
Riverside Leisure Club (34 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.
Dean Heritage Centre (34 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.
Arty Giraffe (34 miles)
Reading
Arty Giraffe Friendly craft cafe where the kids can try their hand at loads of different mediums from glass and porcelain painting to mosaic and decoupage. They also do great clay handprints and run workshops.
Longleat Adventure Park (34 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 (34 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.
Teamworks Karting Reading (34 miles)
Reading
Teamworks Karting Reading For 8+. fleet of karts are specially designed to allow youngsters to race at their own pace. They can limit the power for younger drivers as they learn how to drive, and teach all the skills needed to win on the track. They also do parties!
Boing (34 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.
Boarstall Duck Decoy (34 miles)
Bicester
Boarstall Duck Decoy Part of a rare 17th century duck decoy, with an exhibition centre and a nature trail adjacent. An afternoon's worth. Please note, limited opening.
Playzone (35 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.
Dean Forest Railway (35 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.
Forest Model Village (35 miles)
Aylburton
Forest Model Village Hidden beneath a shady woodland canopy is an enchanted glade full of humour, history and entertainment.
AMF Avonmeads (35 miles)
Bristol
AMF Avonmeads Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Splash of Colour Ceramic and Craft Cafe (35 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.
Felix Road Adventure Playground (35 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.
The Herb Farm (35 miles)
Reading
The Herb Farm Got an amateur cook at home? Run down to the Herb farm and teach them where the good stuff comes from! Also with Saxon maze, farm shop and cafe. Best enjoyed for a FULL day out in conjunction with other attractions, but well worth a look!
PlaySpace (35 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.
Jump Indoor Playcentre (35 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!
St Werburghs City Farm (35 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.
Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum (35 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.
Rivermead Leisure Centre (35 miles)
Reading
Rivermead Leisure Centre Rivermead Leisure Centre boasts a Lagoon Pool complete with flume, Flume, underwater lighting, a wave machine and music. There is also a baby pool suitable for young children.
Central Swimming Pool (35 miles)
Reading
Central Swimming Pool Four different pools to suit all needs. Part time creche available.
Horseworld (35 miles)
Whitchurch
Horseworld Ideal for any horse lovers out there - including grooming, interactive museum, nature trail and loads more
Tiny Tearawayz Soft Play Limited (35 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.
Go Ape! Forest of Dean (35 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.
Motion Ramp Park (35 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.
Rimandos Soft Play Coffee Lounge (35 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.
Planet Ice Basingstoke (36 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
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf (36 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?
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway (36 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!
Active Tots (36 miles)
Reading
Active Tots Indoor play area for UNDER 4s (or 1m tall) in a rural converted barn. In-house country kitchen which supplies all the bibs, bowls and beakers etc.
Portico Play (36 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.
Basingstoke Bowlplex (36 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?
Family Tree Indoor Adventure Play (36 miles)
Bicester
Family Tree Indoor Adventure Play Indoor play area for children, Parties and restaurant.
The Mad House Play and Party World (36 miles)
Reading
The Mad House Play and Party World The facilities include a main play frame complete with slides, ball pool, ball cannons and sports activity area.
Wacky Warehouse - Strawberry Field (36 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!!
Reading Museum (36 miles)
Reading
Reading Museum Reading Museum Service offers learning experiences that are fun and suitable for all the family. From the serious student to the youngest child, all levels are catered for. We offer opportunities for both formal and informal learning including the chance to handle real objects.
Milestones - Living History Museum (36 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!
JJ's World of Fun (36 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
Bristol Ferry Boat Co (36 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.
Reading Climbing Centre (36 miles)
Reading
Reading Climbing Centre Climbing is a great way for kids to develop fitness, communication skills and make new friends! Suitable for ages six and up.
At Reading Climbing Centre we use our indoor climbing wall to provide kids and youth clubs, family taster sessions, beginners' courses and much more. We also run outdoor climbing sessions for families and children.
Windmill Hill City Farm (36 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.
Panda-Monium Indoor Play Centre (36 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 (36 miles)
Radstock
Cheeky Monkeys Play Centre Be the King of the jungle at Cheeky Monkeys soft indoor play area!
At-Bristol (36 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!
Honeybourne Pottery (36 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.
Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour (36 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.
Bristol Ice Rink (36 miles)
Bristol
Bristol Ice Rink Family friendly skating rink with full programme of lessons and ice sports in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.
Basingstoke Aquadrome (36 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.
Brandon Hill Park (36 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 City Museum Under 7s Gallery (36 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.
Museum of English Rural Life (36 miles)
Reading
Museum of English Rural Life The Museum of English Rural Life houses the most comprehensive national collection of objects, books and archives relating to the history of food, farming and the countryside
Blue Reef Aquarium (36 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!
Hengrove Park (36 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
Flying Saucers The Painting Pottery Cafe (37 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.
Honeybourne Rare Breeds UK Centre (37 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.
Broughton Castle (37 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.
International Centre for Birds of Prey (37 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.
Brunels SS Great Britain (37 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 Packet Boat Rides (37 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.
Play Days Indoor Soft Play Centre (37 miles)
Basingstoke
Play Days Indoor Soft Play Centre Play Days - indoor play centre with multilevel play equipment with toddler and junior ship with cannon ball park, straight and spiral tubes, 4 lane astro slide, sky glide, spy holes and more. Activity panels and soft blocks for the little ones in a separate area.
Dame Emily Park (37 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.
WhizzKidz (37 miles)
Thame
WhizzKidz The indoor play area consists of a giant play frame, toddler play frame,sports arena, bouncy castle and much more. Outside there is another play frame and a sandpit, with further outdoor attractions coming soon.
Blaise Castle and Play Area (37 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.
University of Bristol Botanic Gardens (37 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.
Bristol Zoo Gardens (37 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
Clifton Observatory (37 miles)
Bristol
Clifton Observatory A natural cave with viewing platforms, unparalleled views over the local scenery and the only formal Camera Obscura in England.
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology (37 miles)
Reading
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology Located on the University of Reading campus, the The fourth largest collection of Greek ceramics in Britain. Within the museum’s 2000 objects, they also house an exciting collection of Egyptian antiquities, including a funeral boat and a mummified cat's head! They have exciting family events running during school holidays and also run regular school sessions and a varied public events programme.
Basing House (37 miles)
Basingstoke
Basing House A historic adventure recreating the c16th with a museum, gift shop and battle reenactments!
The Clifton Suspension Bridge (38 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 !
Pedalabikeaway (38 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.
The Kiln Ceramic Cafe (38 miles)
Henley
The Kiln Ceramic Cafe - the ideal location to unwind and have fun, the Kiln Ceramic café offers a wide range of pottery ready to be painted by you. From plates and mugs to ornaments and jewellery,
there is something for everyone. No experience necessary.
Lawrence Weston Community Farm (38 miles)
Bristol
Lawrence Weston Community Farm Provides a range of innovative and exciting, educational, social, environmental, economic and recreational activities; plus the animals besides.
Bush Farm Bison Centre (38 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.
Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines (38 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!'
Perrygrove Railway and Treetop Adventure (38 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 (38 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.
Wellington Country Park (38 miles)
Reading
Wellington Country Park 350 acres of beautiful parklands surrounding a 35 acre lake, with numerous activities:- Adventure play area, toddler's area, animal farm and petting barn (seasonal) sand pits, water play, slides, miniature railway(�1), enchanted forest, nature trail maze, 9 holes of crazy golf plus an assortment of play equipment to climb; all to keep the kid's busy!! Family events held throughout the season!
Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway (39 miles)
Chinnor
Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway A seven mile train journey on a steam engine - great for a family day out with the kids - especially train mad ones!!
Forest Edge Kart Track (39 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.
Whirlikidz (39 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.
Lakeside SuperBowl Banbury (39 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!
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail (39 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.
Tiggywinkles Visitor Centre (39 miles)
Aylesbury
Tiggywinkles Visitor Centre Animal Rescue Centre - watch the foxes in their permanent enclosure. See if you can catch a glimpse of one of our permanent badgers.
See the deer in the recovery paddocks.
Come and meet some of our permanent hedgehogs up close.
Leap Frog Ceramics - Arborfield (39 miles)
Arborfield
Leap Frog Ceramics - Arborfield Painting your own pottery is a great way to relax, unwind, have fun and explore your creative side - all at the same time! Whether you're a toddler or a great grandparent or somewhere in between, there's something for everyone at Leap Frog Ceramics.
Team Sport Bristol (39 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.
Museum of Berkshire Aviation (39 miles)
Reading
Museum of Berkshire Aviation Museum of local aviation history with much for the interested eye to feast on. Possibly best indulged on the same day as other attractions for a FULL day out.
Rugrats and Half Pints Indoor Play (40 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
Stourhead (40 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.
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.
Wessex Raceway Indoor Karting (40 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.
HaaHoos Ceramics (40 miles)
Twyford
HaaHoos Ceramics We’re a fun and exciting pottery painting studio, with a large range of items you can choose to paint. Everything from cups, plates and bowls, to money boxes, ornaments and trinket pots, we have something for all the family! We also host a selection of great birthday party packages.
Formula Fast Karting (40 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.
Reme Museum of Technology (40 miles)
Arborfield
Reme Museum of Technology - a 'Family Friendly' military museum, with lots of things to do and see. Quizzes, trails, and crafts; 20 large military vehicles, a helicopter and the 'feely touchy' box. Picnic tables, room to run around outside, a large free car park and helpful staff ensure this is a family friendly Museum.
East Somerset Railway (40 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.
Dinton Pastures Country Park (40 miles)
Wokingham
Dinton Pastures Country Park Dinton Pastures Country Park - There are four different walks, all different lengths around the lakes and Woods. Their are picnic areas and a playground.
Hampshire Treasure Trails (41 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.
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.
Waddesdon Manor (41 miles)
Aylesbury
Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon has so much to offer young people: beautiful, safe grounds and space to explore, living history, opportunities for learning and fun both outdoors and in. Highlights include the Woodland Playground, Explorer Trails around the gardens, the Children's shop, and the Aviary.
Monkey Mates Indoor Play Centre (41 miles)
Wokingham
Monkey Mates Indoor Play Centre We have an indoor area containing slides, ball pools and ball cannons and also an outdoor area complete with swings, frame, roundabout and sit and ride cars etc. we will soon be adding a traversing wall to the outside area. we have full catering facilities Serving tasty food and drinks.
Scallywags Castle (41 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...
Oakham Treasures (41 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.
Tyntesfield (41 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.
Eastnor Castle (41 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.
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens (41 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.
Symonds Yat West Amusement Park (41 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 (41 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.
Bumblebees Playhouse (41 miles)
Brackley
Bumblebees Playhouse Bumblebees Playhouse - a large soft play frame incorporating a 7m spiral slide, 4 lane astra slide, a traverse climbing wall and separate areas for both babies and toddlers and a few other surprises for the children to discover along the way. It's all themed with Ocean on the ground floor, Jungle on the first floor and Space up at the very top, only for the very bravest!!
California Country Park (41 miles)
Finchampstead
California Country Park In the summer a great big paddling pool is opened up, there is a play area, great walks and there is also a ceramic painting studio located within the California Dreaming Cafe
ClayMates Ceramic Studio (41 miles)
Finchampstead
ClayMates Ceramic Studio ClayMates is a pottery studio, where kids have fun designing and painting their creation either to take home on the day or leave for glazing, re-firing and collecting the following week. Parties are also available.
Caldicot Castle (41 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.
Odiham Castle (42 miles)
Odiham
Odiham Castle One of King John's three strongholds, recently restored and open for visitors.
Kingfisher River Cruises (42 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.
Serendipity Sams Play Centre (42 miles)
Romsey
Serendipity Sams Play Centre Great kids indoor play centre - ring for more deatils
INTECH Science Centre and Planetarium (42 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!
The National Herb Centre (42 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.
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre (42 miles)
Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre Buckinghamshire Railway Centre is a working steam museum where you can step back in time to the steam age. On steaming open days visitors can ride in vintage carriages pulled by a full sized steam engine and on our extensive miniature railway. Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Buckinghamshire.
Princes Risborough Spy Trail (42 miles)
Princes Risborough
Princes Risborough Spy Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Buckinghamshire? Try a Treasure Trail! Fun treasure hunts which 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.
Malvern Hills Spy Mission Drive Trail (42 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!
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.
Big Apple Wokingham (42 miles)
Wokingham
Big Apple Wokingham An entertainment centre for all the family. Offering Tenpin bowling with glow in the dark 'Cosmic' lighting at the weekends, Laserquest laser tag arena, video games, pool tables, bar and café facilities.
Carnival Pool (42 miles)
Wokingham
Carnival Pool 25m swimming pool including flume and water features, learner pool
The Amazing Hedge Puzzle (42 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 (42 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 (42 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.
The Rapids (42 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.
Hellfire Caves (42 miles)
West Wycombe
Hellfire Caves A quarter of a mile of dimly lit passages and exciting caverns which can be explored endlessly. Originally excavated by hand in the 1750's and now with realistic waxworks and sound effects, this unique and historic place comes to life. Cool on a hot day, dry when it's raining.
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool (42 miles)
Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool Environmentally managed lido.
Wycombe Wanderers Matchday Experience (42 miles)
High Wycombe
Wycombe Wanderers Matchday Experience - loads of Football Matchday activities include player appearances, fun games like beat the goalie, target football and crossbar challenge. On pitch activities such as Guard of Honour, WWFC team mascots and half time pens can ensure an amazing experience. Not forgetting cheering on the mighty Wycombe Wanderers!
Stratford Bike Hire (43 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
Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line (43 miles)
Alresford
Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line Experience History in Motion as you travel by Steam or Diesel Locomotive through ten miles of beautiful Hampshire countryside.
Weston Miniature Railway (43 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
Glazydayz Pottery (43 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
Portishead Lake Grounds (43 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 (43 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
Avon Boating (43 miles)
Stratford Upon Avon
Avon Boating Varied multi-season boat hire for families.
Stratford Town Walk (43 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.
Stratford Butterfly Farm (43 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.
Thanks for all the great things to do in Swindon 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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