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Family Days Out near to Tenby
Ocean Commotion (1 miles)
Tenby
Ocean Commotion Ocean Commotion is open all year round and provides the perfect escape from the sun in the summer and the cold in the winter!! Open from 10am-6pm 7 days a week right throughout the year it provides an ideal break for the parents. Parents can relax in the licensed family bar and restaurant whilst the children entertain themselves with the vast facilities available to them.
Tudor Merchant’s House (1 miles)
Pembrokeshire
Tudor Merchant’s House Step back 500 years and discover how the Tudor merchant and his family would have lived in this fascinating three-storey house, situated close to the harbour within the historic walled town of Tenby. Features of the house include a fine 'Flemish' round chimney and the original scarfed roof trusses.
The Dinosaur Park (1 miles)
Pembrokeshire
The Dinosaur Park Family Fun that lasts all day, including Astra Slide, free 18-hole Adventure Golf, Off Roaders Circuit, Super Jumper Trampolines, Sand Diggers, Jungle Climb, Pedal Trucking, Disco Boats, Motorised Tractors and Orbiter Cars.
Dinosaur Park (1 miles)
Tenby
Dinosaur Park Loads of dinosaurs roam in the woods - you'll come across as you go on the trail. also - adventure playground, Volcanic Adventure Golf, pets, maze, indoor play den, Dino's Snack Bar, Dinosaur Restaurant & picnic area.
Manor House Wild Animal Park (2 miles)
Tenby
Manor House Wild Animal Park Manor House Wild Animal Park is an innovative and immersive nature experience where kids can interact with animals rather than just view them in cages. Whether you want to see gibbons, playful lemurs, gangs of foraging meercats or gaceful zebras, there is something for everyone.
Heatherton World of Activities (2 miles)
Tenby
Heatherton World of Activities Heatherton has both leisure and sport activities on site, with the option of adrenaline, relaxed, Sports and family fun activities for the customer to choose from. The Sports Park is an 'All Weather Attraction' with a large proportion of activities under cover, to provide a service both in the summer and winter periods. The 'family fun activities' can be enjoyed by the whole family and include Adventure Golf, Pembrokeshire Raceway, Bumper Boats and the Maize Maze.
Saundersfoot Beach (3 miles)
Pembrokeshire
Saundersfoot Beach There are several beaches along the bay, each with its own distinctive charm, from the busy and active to the more secluded and sedate. Nice waters for swimming at all, and all sandy. Blue Flag awarded area.
Carew Karting (3 miles)
Tenby
Carew Karting Children are given a very thorough safety briefing before their session begins. The minimum age for children is 8 yrs old and a minimum height of 1.35 meters. Please note limited times in winter.
Folly Farm (5 miles)
Kilgetty
Folly Farm This award winning attraction is the big family day out, whatever the weather. Meet farmyard friends in the Jolly Barn or Wales' only giraffes in the spectacular zoo! Take a ride in Europe's biggest indoor vintage funfair or have fun in the huge indoor and outdoor adventure playgrounds.
Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire (7 miles)
Pembrokeshire
Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire Award winning Battlefield Live is outdoor combat gaming at its best – THE ULTIMATE COMBAT GAME. We use infra-red (as used by the military & law enforcement agencies). Battlefield Live is one of the few exciting outdoor activities that the whole family can play together. From grandsons to grandfathers, grand-daughters to grandmothers, all can play in the same game - a real family 'battle'.
The Creative Cafe (8 miles)
Narberth
The Creative Cafe We are paint your own pottery studio with a difference: where YOU can be the artist, whether you're artistic or not! Come and create your very own ceramic masterpiece in one of our three studios. We also produce high quality fingerprint jewellery in solid silver. Food and drink available.
Pembroke Castle (8 miles)
Pembrokeshire
Pembroke Castle Idyllically set on the banks of the river estuary, this mighty fortress is largely intact, and its endless passages, tunnels and stairways are great fun to explore, plus there are super exhibitions, which tell the tale of its medieval life.
Oakwood Theme Park (9 miles)
Narberth
Oakwood Theme Park is one of the top paid-entry attractions in Wales that receives close to the 400,000 visitors each year. A great idea for a family day out with the kids.
Blue Lagoon Waterpark (9 miles)
Narberth
Blue Lagoon Waterpark Ride high on a rapid river, spiralling your way in and out of the building at speed or glide gently along a winding river stopping at weirs and pools. Rolling rapids, slides, wave, spa and bubble pools will soak you in 101 different ways. And when you’re ready to take a break lie back on a lounger and gaze into the skies, whatever the weather.
Barafundle Bay (9 miles)
Stackpole
Barafundle Bay One of the most esteemed beaches in the world but difficult to access. Good swimming but no lifeguard cover or facilities.
B P Karting Ltd (14 miles)
Haverfordwest
B P Karting Ltd Cadet Karts are powered by Honda 160 engines and have remote control fitted to be used if required. All drivers must be over 8yrs age and over 130cm.
Pembertons Chocolate Farm (17 miles)
Carmarthenshire
Pembertons Chocolate Farm They offer wonderful hands on tours where you get to make your own at the end, a museum and also offer a small cinema showing a film about chocolate.
Celtic Quest Coasteering (17 miles)
Haverfordwest
Celtic Quest Coasteering Wriggle into a wetsuit, fasten up your safety kit, whack on an old pair of trainers, listen to the safety brief and you're off. Scramble climbing along the rocks, adventure swimming, cliff jumping, exploring caves, a fun and exciting outdoor adventure activity - exploring the Pembrokeshire coast in style.
Pembrey Country Park (18 miles)
Pembrey
Pembrey Country Park Loads of great things for a family day out - including horse riding, dry ski slope, toboggan run, train ride, pitch and putt, adventure playground, picnic areas and walks. The Pembrey Country Park also has three restaurants and a visitor centre
Marloes Sands (18 miles)
Milford Haven
Marloes Sands Remote sandy beach with fantastic fossil hunting and bookable trips across to the nature reserve islands. No immediate facilities or activities.
Rhossili Bay Beach (20 miles)
Swansea
Rhossili Bay Beach Sandy and beautiful but hard to reach. Tidal Island to explore if you time it right, surfing is popular as is swimming though there is no lifeguard cover.
Dyfed Shire Horse Farm (24 miles)
Crymch
Dyfed Shire Horse Farm Plenty of animals, plenty of activities and demonstrations, and plenty of play areas include crazy golf, trampolines and indoor and outdoor playgrounds.
Castell Henllys Iron Age Hill Fort (24 miles)
Crymych
Castell Henllys Iron Age Hill Fort Step back in time at Castell Henllys, a unique Iron Age hill fort recreated with fantastic replica Iron Age roundhouses, built right on top of the excavated remains of an existing hill fort, dating back 2,400 years.
Llanelli Leisure Centre (24 miles)
Carmarthenshire
Llanelli Leisure Centre Diving pool with 1m and 3m springboards, two swimming pools, and if they're still not tired a sports hall and an astro turf pitch.
Abermawr Beach (25 miles)
Haverfordwest
Abermawr Beach Blue Flag awarded sand and pebble beach with a prehistoric forest submerged just offshore. Isolated, so no facilities or lifeguard cover, but good swimming, angling and surfing.
Oxwich Bay Beach (25 miles)
Swansea
Oxwich Bay Beach Sandy beaches with good swimming and water sports opportunities, dunes to hide behind a nature reserve with elevated walkways and two castles nearby to explore. They'll sleep tonight!
WWT National Wetland Centre Wales (26 miles)
Llanelli
WWT National Wetland Centre Wales Home to hundreds of the world’s most spectacular ducks, geese, swans and flamingos – many so tame they feed from your hand. Family fun throughout the year, whatever the weather.
National Botanic Garden of Wales (28 miles)
Llanarthne
National Botanic Garden of Wales The National Botanic Garden of Wales is The No 1 Modern Wonder of Wales boasting the largest single-span glasshouse in the world. Set in 500 acres of fantastic countryside, attractions include a unique double-walled garden; lakes, ponds, walks; theatre; restaurant; shop; gallery; children’s play area and discovery centre.
Teifimania Indoor Play Centre (28 miles)
Cardigan
Teifimania Indoor Play Centre Teifimania is a Childrens Indoor Soft Play Centre based in Cardigan, Ceredigion with its own Cafe and plenty of parking. Children aged 0 to 12 years can enjoy exercise through play on our large play frame and sports court whilst parents and carers supervise in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Cardigan Heritage Centre (29 miles)
Cardigan
Cardigan Heritage Centre Display on the history of Cardigan and its port and changing local history displays.
Interactive computer, cafe on riverside terrace. Art activites for younger children and quizzes.
Poppit Sands (29 miles)
Cardigan
Poppit Sands Blue Flagged beach good for swimming, as well as buggying, land boarding, kite boarding and power kiting.
Funsters Fun Factory (29 miles)
Swansea
Funsters Fun Factory Childrens indoor play centre in Pontarddulais, ring for more details
Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park (31 miles)
Cardigan
Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park See bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals, seal pups, harbour porpoises, sea-birds, rare choughs and skylarks.Meet our friendly farm animals including Dilwyn the donkey, pigs, sheep, goats, rare breed cattle, jersey cow, Shetland ponies, Welsh mountain ponies, rabbits, guinea pigs.
Langland Bay Beach (32 miles)
Swansea
Langland Bay Beach A sandy beach with rocky outcrops, very popular for swimming, surfing and families, and offers summer lifeguard cover. Holds Blue Flag and Seaside Awards.
Gower Coast Adventures (33 miles)
Swansea
Gower Coast Adventures Their aim is to provide a breathtaking, interactive tour of the South Gower Coast, to watch birds, porpoises, seals and even occasionally dolphins at play in their natural habitat.
Tenpin Swansea (34 miles)
Swansea
Tenpin Swansea Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
LC Waterpark (34 miles)
West Glamorgan
LC Waterpark Make waves in our fantastic family-friendly WATERPARK, an exciting network of pools, rides and slides including the one-of-a-kind Boardrider. Visit ‘Play’ our aquatic themed interactive PLAY AREA which will keep young adventurers entertained for hours. Put your nerve to the test on our 30ft CLIMBING WALL.
National Waterfront Museum (34 miles)
Swansea
National Waterfront Museum The vast industrial and maritime heritage is ready to explore via cutting-edge, interactive technology married with traditional displays. It means a unique, captivating and involved visitor experience.
Lundy Island (35 miles)
Bideford
Lundy Island Why not take a trip out to Lundy Island - there are many guided rambles and walks and snorkelling safaris in the summer. Pub on island serving hot food.
Playzone Indoor Soft Play Centre (35 miles)
Swansea
Playzone Indoor Soft Play Centre Everyone has a ball, and a swing, slide, whoosh, zing! Our main sessions are designed for Kidz aged 1 to 14 accompanied by their parents.
Dynamic Rock (36 miles)
Swansea
Dynamic Rock Their youngest club starts at 8 years old, learning the basic skills and moves in a friendly, safe environment with full supervision and instruction.
Aberaeron South Beach (40 miles)
Ceredigion
Aberaeron South Beach Good swimming, surfing and canoeing territory, but not for sand castles or much swimming. Amenities are all in local town.
Aberaeron Treasure Hunt Trail (40 miles)
Lampeter
Aberaeron Treasure Hunt Trail Identify the location of the buried treasure on our walking Treasure Hunt Trail around Aberaeron. Follow our directions and solve our clues for a great afternoon’s entertainment. You will have to look hard for the clue’s answers for they could be anywhere!
New Quay Boat Trips (41 miles)
Glanmor Tce
New Quay Boat Trips Take a trip along the beautiful Ceredigion Coast in one of theri passanger boats. You may get close to the local wildlife, dolphins, seals, porpoises and more.
Woolacombe Sands (41 miles)
Woolacombe
Woolacombe Sands Blue Flag awarded sandy beach good for swimming, surfing and exploring. Boat trip to nearby lighthouse available.
Ilfracombe Aquarium (41 miles)
Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe Aquarium 'Experience the fascinating journey from an Exmoor stream to the Atlantic Ocean'.
Dolaucothi Gold Mines (42 miles)
Llanwrda
Dolaucothi Gold Mines You'll be taken on guided underground tours with miners hats and lamps and panning for gold - you may get lucky!! The tours will take in the Roman and more recent workings.
Golden Bowls (42 miles)
Woolacombe
Golden Bowls Family friendly classic tenpin bowling within a holiday resort but non residents welcome.
Watermouth Castle and Theme Park (43 miles)
Ilfracombe
Watermouth Castle and Theme Park Mechanical music demonstrations, model railway, domestic dairy, cider-making exhibits, cycle museum, smugglers' dungeon, maze, water show, rides, gnome village, large slide, water play, antique arcade, crazy mirrors, gardens, children's animations, 'Merrygoland' and much more.
Keypitts Quads (43 miles)
Ilfracombe
Keypitts Quads offer four types of ride and they start with the badger ride which has been tailored for the 6 year olds and over using our all terrain adventure track.
Go Ape! Margam (44 miles)
Port Talbot
Go Ape! Margam 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.
Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool (45 miles)
Braunton
Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool Experience the thrill of Cascades 84-degree tropical adventure pool with its giant 230ft flume and rapids ride. Safe pools and mini-waterfalls for younger children, Jacuzzi and bubble lounger. Award-winning spectacular sandy beach which is patrolled by lifeguards in season.
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (46 miles)
Combe Martin
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - the land that time forgot. A sub tropical paradise with exotic birds and animals and the most realistic Dinosaurs on the Planet! Daily Sea lion Shows, Falconry Displays, Lemur Encounters and magnificent Lions. Spectacular lightshow, Earthquake Canyon Train Ride, Tropical Butterfly House and 'Tomb of the Pharaohs'.
Saunton Sands (46 miles)
Braunton
Saunton Sands Miles of soft sand backed by the UK's largest dune system but in places it is dangerous for swimming.
National Showcaves Centre for Wales (46 miles)
Swansea
National Showcaves Centre for Wales There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages. The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave and Bone Cave each offer a unique underground experience.
Clovelly Village (48 miles)
Bideford
Clovelly Village A magnificent and unique location in the West Country, not to be missed!
Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre (48 miles)
Bideford
Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre Get wet, climb high, stay low, whatever you want, you can do it! Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre will give you a day to remember. Play as a family or leave the adults at home, either way everyone can find fun, challenge, inspiration and laughter at Skern.
Arlington Court (49 miles)
Arlington
Arlington Court An attraction with many things to offer. The National Trust of Carriages, a bat cave and an intriguing house full of items and souvenirs amassed by a famous bunch of travellers!
Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes nr Bridgend (49 miles)
Bridgend
Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes nr Bridgend An important wildlife habitat for quiet contemplation of nature... next to a series of enormous sand dunes down which you can sled!
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway (49 miles)
Parracombe
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway Once one of the world's most famous and picturesque narrow gauge railways. An initial mile has so far been reopened within Exmoor at Woody Bay Station.
The railway has fast become one of the top must-see attractions of North Devon and Exmoor, and definitely has something to offer for all the family!
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway (49 miles)
Lynmouth
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway No family trip to the picturesque towns of Lynton and Lynmouth would be complete without a trip on the world famous Cliff Railway – it’s the best and most exciting way to travel between these two historic towns. It will be one of the highlights of the day – for Mums, Dads and the Kids!
Skating at Lets Go (49 miles)
Barnstaple
Skating at Lets Go The highly-advanced ICE-Y-BLUE skating rink, built in Germany and the first to be installed anywhere in the UK, is precision engineered to provide an even gliding surface. It gives skaters a realistic `ice-like’ experience without the downsides associated with real ice, such as the usual cold and damp, or wet knees.
Bowling at Lets Go (49 miles)
Barnstaple
Bowling at Lets Go In the past, bowling centres were just for bowling. You would arrive; have a game of bowling and leave. Now-a-days people expect so much more and rightly so. At Lets Go! they have put together a great half day out by adding skating, karaoke, gaming as well as pool and snooker into the mix.
Fantasy Farm Park (50 miles)
Dyfed
Fantasy Farm Park The very definition of a family day out: animals, rides, go-karts, adventure play, family friendly restaurant and open green space to play in.
Milky Way Adventure Park (50 miles)
Bideford
Milky Way Adventure Park One of Devon's biggest and best. With Devon's largest rollercoaster, a caterpillar ride that's designed just for little ones, driod destroyer dodgems and fantastic live shows throughout the day, there really is something for the whole family! All the rides, shows and vast indoor play areas are included in the price! It's a great day out whatever the weather.
Exmoor Zoo (50 miles)
Barnstaple
Exmoor Zoo There is only one place you are guaranteed to see the elusive Exmoor Beast and that is in the grounds of Exmoor Zoo. The beast is one of the zoos many highlights. It is a rather large black leopard that is likely to spot you before you see her! Discover whether wild beasts really do roam the moors and decide for yourself whether the stories are fact or legend!
Exmoor Zoo is an award winning zoo set in a delightful location. It is nestled in rolling valleys in the heart of North Devon. The zoo has retained much of the beauty of the surrounding countryside and homes over 200 different species of animals and birds that you can discover round its winding paths.
If you want to get up close to animals, then this is the place to come. Every day is packed with a choice of activities. These include keeper talks, animal feeding sessions and animal encounter sessions where you can get up close to animals and even feed some of them yourself. All year round you can stroke and feed our wallabies, hold a snake or big hairy spider (if you dare) and see Otters, Penguins, Cheetahs and the Exmoor beast being fed. Meet the friendly keepers who will give you an interesting and entertaining insight into these animals whilst they feed them.
Spring and summer brings many baby animals and the chance to meet and stroke some of these new arrivals. During summer you also have the chance to hear about our Lemurs, Gibbons and ever popular Meerkats who are always on the lookout for new visitors! Come along to these activities and you will be amazed how quickly the day zooms by.
There really is something for all ages at the zoo. Young ones enjoy filling in our fun trails and we have a variety of animals and activities to capture everyone’s attention. The zoo homes many unusual creatures not often seen at other zoos and we even have some free range animals which you are likely to encounter along your way. Exmoor Zoo and its range of animals are always changing. New arrivals for 2010 include a Puma, Spider Monkeys and a curious looking Tapir.
North Devon Leisure Centre (50 miles)
Barnstaple
North Devon Leisure Centre Standard swimming facilities with 1m and 3m Springboards. Creche and indoor soft play area also on site.
Westward Ho! Beach (50 miles)
Bideford
Westward Ho! Beach Blue Flag award winning sand and pebble beach offering good swimming, water sports and some local entertainments.
Watersmeet (50 miles)
Lynmouth
Watersmeet A Fishing lodge completed in c1832 surrounded by 'varied Exmoor landscapes of rocky coastline, heather moorland, wooded valleys and fast-flowing rivers.'
Discovery Island (51 miles)
Bideford
Discovery Island or a real adventure pick your way through the Mystery Maze or hop aboard the Pirate Galleon. Who knows, you may even find lost treasures whilst panning for gold.. Good idea if you're after fun things to do in Devon with kids.
Bridgend Recreation Centre (51 miles)
Bridgend
Bridgend Recreation Centre Bridgend Recreation Centre boasts the area’s largest leisure pool complete with hydro-slide, wave machine and beach area with baby slide.
Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre (51 miles)
Barnstaple
Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre Indoor soft play centre for children from toddlers to 12 year olds. Activities for all ages, babies and toddlers have their very own play area. There are ball ponds, astro slides, cargo nets, spooky maze + Great kids day out in Devon.
North Devon Falconry (51 miles)
Newton Tracey
North Devon Falconry Enjoy a day hunting with our trained Harris' hawks in some of the UK's most beautifull countryside.
Lakeside Farm Park (54 miles)
Bridgend
Lakeside Farm Park Nice area for hiking, flyfishing, picnicking and art or photography, with a well equipped outdoor play area and a Petting Farm coming soon.
Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Playcentre (54 miles)
Rhondda
Rumble in the Jungle Indoor Playcentre - is the largest childrens indoor playcentre in RCT, catering for children aged 0-12 years, with huge 3 level playframe, large baby area with ballpond and softplay, sports areane and party rooms.
South Wales Karting Centre (55 miles)
Bridgend
South Wales Karting Centre They have a range of karts to suit both the novice driver or to test the more experienced, so it's guaranteed that there is something for everyone. Minimum age eight years.
Dartington Crystal Glass (56 miles)
Great Torrington
Dartington Crystal Glass 'Around 200,000 people visit Dartington each year - A Great Day Out for all the family. Whilst here you will learn about the 40 years of history with Dartington Crystal at the Audio Visual Theatre, follow the Dartington Timeline from 1967 to present day, then watch the expert Master Engraving demonstration; even buy that special piece and have it personalised. You can then watch the live demonstration of Studio Glassmaking and try the many hands on activities we have to offer.'
Rhondda Bowl (56 miles)
Porth
Rhondda Bowl 14 lanes, all of which have a bumper facility to enhance the play of a child or of somebody with a lack of co-ordination.
RHS Garden Rosemoor (56 miles)
Great Torrington
RHS Garden Rosemoor Here at Rosemoor we pride ourselves on offering something for everyone to enjoy, whatever your age or interest! Our enchanting 65 acres of garden is constantly changing with each season bringing new delights in scents and colours. Follow the children's trails and discover a whole new world in the garden.
Atlantic Pursuits (56 miles)
Bude
Atlantic Pursuits Atlantic Pursuits offer an action-packed programme of outdoor activities for anyone, of any age and no previous experience is needed!
Cobbaton Combat Collection (57 miles)
Umberleigh
Cobbaton Combat Collection 'Military museum and tourist attraction, this North Devon collection covers mostly World War Two and the years 1939 - 1945, but with exhibits from the Boer War right up to the First Gulf War. Ranging from military surplus British Army - plus Canadian and Russian Forces - tanks, guns, helmets, artillery, grenades, and bombs to Home Front ration books, gas masks, ARP and Home Guard uniforms and blackout lamps.'
The Vale of Rheidol Railway (58 miles)
Cardiganshire
The Vale of Rheidol Railway An unforgettable journey through the spectacular Rheidol Valley by narrow gauge steam train.
Exmoor Falconry and Animal Park (59 miles)
Porlock
Exmoor Falconry and Animal Park Parrot handling; Dog training; Natural Herbal Remedies; Care of your pets; Alpaca Walks and Animal Handling Sessions. Hawk walks, Falconry Days, Courses, Half days, Owl Hour.......
The Splash (59 miles)
Bude
The Splash Enjoy an all year round tropical atmosphere featuring a 33 metre, 5 lane swimming pool, with wave machine and flume. Spectators can also eat at the Beachcomber Cafe on poolside. The Splash is an exceptionally popular leisure attraction which offers general leisure swimming for all the family with the thrill of the wave machine and a chance to ride the flume. There are also a variety of other sessions run at Splash i.e. Length swimming, Parent and Toddlers, Over 50’s and Aquafit classes.
Rock and Rapid Adventure Centre (59 miles)
South Molton
Rock and Rapid Adventure Centre Indoor climbing centre and Outdoor Activity Centre catering for children to the young at heart. Why not try some new exciting activities?
Adventure Land (59 miles)
Merthyr Tydfil
Adventure Land Kids indoor soft play centre - available for children's parties
Brecon Mountain Railway (59 miles)
Merthyr Tydfil
Brecon Mountain Railway Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the National Park from a narrow gauge train - one of Wales's most popular railways. They have a new childrens play area at Pontsticill which is proving very popular with young visitors.
Quince Honey Farm (59 miles)
South Molton
Quince Honey Farm 'Here in our world famous Honey Farm you can stand and watch these wild and wonderful creatures from the distant past. The unique design of the indoor apiary allows close up viewing in complete safety. The glass booths expose the working colonies of honeybees without interfering with their natural lifestyle.
Rhondda Heritage Park (60 miles)
Rhondda Cynon Taff
Rhondda Heritage Park The Rhondda Heritage Park based at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Trehafod, is one of the top heritage and cultural visitor attractions in South Wales and provides a fun and interesting day out for individuals, groups, school children and students.
Harlequinns Leisure (60 miles)
Bude
Harlequinns Leisure Screamers has six fun packed levels for up to 12sincluding a separate toddler area. Ten pin bowling, cafe, and arcade with air hockey and dance machines all also available on site.
Warren Mill Farm (60 miles)
Cowbridge
Warren Mill Farm They have a large selection of animals ranging from: Tiny Guinea Pigs, Miniature Cattle, Rabbits, Rare Breeds Of Sheep, Ponies, Llamas, Alpacas, Wallabies, Red Squirrels, and lots more. Also a fishery.
Cantref Adventure Farm (61 miles)
Brecon
Cantref Adventure Farm With our large indoor play areas, outdoor play, great animal shows including pig racing, bottle feeding the lambs and tractor and trailer rides; there is something for the whole family come rain or shine!
The Magic of Life Butterfly House (61 miles)
Ceredigion
The Magic of Life Butterfly House Come and see some of the largest and most colourful butterflies in the world!
E2 Climbing and Activity Centre (62 miles)
South Glamorgan
E2 Climbing and Activity Centre Delivers an adrenaline-soaked range of activities to kick-start your senses. One of the biggest indoor climbing walls in Europe, a man-made caving system, kayaking lakes, gorge walking, mountain biking, and it doesn’t stop there! From age 6.
The Play Barn (62 miles)
Breacon
The Play Barn The Play Barn - an exciting indoor children's soft play facility
Bounce Indoor Play Ltd (62 miles)
Rhymney
Bounce Indoor Play Ltd Offers indoor play facilities for children aged 0 to 11 years. Visit them for a fun family day out, where kids can play on the state of the art equipment, in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Amelia Trust Farm (62 miles)
Barry
Amelia Trust Farm The many friendly farm animals are accessible to the public all year round, either in the Animal Centre during the cold winter months, or out in the special paddocks during the rest of the year.
Odeon Bath (62 miles)
Bath
Odeon Bath 8 screen multiplex cinema offering comfort and the latest releases.
Cardiff Bowlplex (63 miles)
Cardiff
Cardiff 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?
Queen's Hall (63 miles)
Minehead
Queen's Hall Queen's Hall - With the free indoor soft play area, the kids will be amused for hours. There is also games machines, a pool table and football game.
West Somerset Railway (63 miles)
Minehead
West Somerset Railway Great steam railway running 10 stations and 20 miles through the Somerset countryside, always a great family day out with the kids.
Minehead Eye (63 miles)
Minehead
Minehead Eye Indoor Skatepark and BMX park with Games Consoles, ITsuite, DJ facilities, Pool, Table tennis and Football, Music Studios, Cafe, and all sorts of events! All equipment available to hire. You can even leave the kids there until 10pm!
Butlins - Minehead (63 miles)
Minehead
Butlins - Minehead Over 50 FREE things to do and see including: Sub-tropical Splash Waterworld - Children's Play Areas - Great Shows - Funfair - with rides for all Sports Facilities PLUS so much more.Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Somerset.
The Animalarium (64 miles)
Ceredigion
The Animalarium A collection of unusual and interesting animals to amuse and delight you as well as the more domestic types which you can pet and feed in the petting barn. Several play areas.
Also there are exotic and endangered species in the larger enclosures, where we attempt to breed animals whose natural environment is under threat.
Visit us for a day to remember!
Welsh Hawking Centre and Animal Park (64 miles)
Barry
Welsh Hawking Centre and Animal Park At the Welsh Hawking Centre you will see over 200 Bird of Prey including Eagles, Owls, Hawks, Falcons and Buzzards. There are also rabbits, chickens, chicks, ducks and geese. The adventure playground is a hit with the younger children and is made to stretch their courage without breaking too many bones!
West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre (64 miles)
Minehead
West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre The West Somerset Sports & Leisure Centre is a dual based sports centre within the West Somerset Community College. The Centre Offer's a wide range of Activities.
Dizzy Kidz Indoor Playcentre (64 miles)
Tredegar
Dizzy Kidz Indoor Playcentre - an Indoor Adventure Play Centre for children aged 0-11 years with a catering & party provision. Meet all our characters. Mickey & Minnie Mouse. Peppa Pig. Upsy Daisy. Bob the Builder & Ben 10
St Fagans National History Museum (64 miles)
Cardiff
St Fagans National History Museum One of Europe's leading open-air museums and Wales's most popular heritage attraction. It stands in the grounds of the magnificent St Fagans Castle and offers traditional crafts, native livestock and exhibitions.
Museum of Welsh Life (64 miles)
Cardiff
Museum of Welsh Life The Museum of Welsh Life is one of Europe’s biggest and most exciting open-air museums. Wales’ journey from rural tradition to industrial powerhouse is traced throughout extensive galleries and 100 acres of beautiful parkland.
Castell Coch (64 miles)
Cardiff
Castell Coch The marquess of Bute’s Gothic fairytale creation at Castell Coch, with its colourful interior and beautiful woodland setting, is a dream visit for your little prince or princess, and will inspire plenty of little adventures.
Kidzz Fun Indoor Playcentre (64 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.
Glamorgan Canal Nature Reserve (65 miles)
Cardiff
Glamorgan Canal Nature Reserve A very nice spot for a nature ramble with binoculars, or doing bird and wildlife photography, by nature quite wild and isolated so no amenities.
Dunster Water Mill (65 miles)
Dunster
Dunster Water Mill The West Country's finest working water mill, built in 1680, the mill is set in magnificent surroundings alongside the River Avill overlooking Exmoor National Park, only minutes from Dunster Castle and High Street.
Dunster Castle (65 miles)
Minehead
Dunster Castle The site of the castle, which dates back to Norman times, the house and gardens provide a great space to explore with the whole family! Come along and discover the diversity of the wildlife in the gardens, find out about bats and find the secret passage way in the house!
Ely Play Centre (65 miles)
Cardiff
Ely Play Centre A friendly safe environment for local children to hang out with their friends, with entertainments such as arts and crafts, cookery, music and dance, play equipment and sports.
Blue Island Ceramics (65 miles)
Ceredigion
Blue Island Ceramics Welcome to Blue Island Ceramics! Painting your own pottery is fun and you don't have to be an artistic genius to enjoy yourself.
Caerphilly Castle (65 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..
Dunster Forest and Estate (65 miles)
Dunster
Dunster Forest and Estate Go down to the woods today and explore our beautiful forest, see wildlife, try the adventure play area, walk or cycle waymarked trails or learn about our tall trees: including the tallest tree in England!
Monkey Mania (66 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.
Adventure Island (66 miles)
Barry Island
Adventure Island A play and party centre with separate areas for younger and older children. Fun, safe and weatherproof!
Jungle Jacks (66 miles)
Vale of Glamorgan
Jungle Jacks An indoor jungle themed soft play and party centre for 0-10 year olds. Jungle Jacks has a large toddler zone and a two storey play frame for older children. Parents can relax while children play and enjoy a drink or snack from the cafe.
Wacky Warehouse - Pentre Gwilym House (66 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.
Jazzy Jungle (66 miles)
Cardiff
Jazzy Jungle Adventure soft play for the under 10s with special section for under 3s. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Cardiff with kids.
Llangorse Multi-Activity Centre (66 miles)
Brecon
Llangorse Multi-Activity Centre Llangorse Multi Activity Centre is the home of the largest indoor Climbing and Riding Centre in Wales. We cater for groups and individuals, whether experienced or novice, young or old.
The Riding Centre offers Pony Rides for little ones (4-7 yrs), Trekking for the beginner or novice rider and riding for those with some experience.
Barle Valley Safaris (66 miles)
Minehead
Barle Valley Safaris The Perfect Way to Explore Exmoor, one of England's most beautiful National Parks, featured as one of Britain's 50 best days out.
Llanishen Leisure Centre (67 miles)
Cardiff
Llanishen Leisure Centre Leisure pool with tropical lagoon and wave machine, offering fun for children of all ages.
Blue Anchor Railway Museum (67 miles)
Minehead
Blue Anchor Railway Museum A lovely little railway museum for train enthusiasts!
Jump Activity Centre (67 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
Exmoor Treasure Trail (67 miles)
Dulverton
Exmoor Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Exmoor? 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.
Coconuts Play Centre (67 miles)
Barry Island
Coconuts Play Centre Adventure soft play and party centre with classic fun features and a great cafe.
Quackers Indoor Soft Play Centre (67 miles)
Newbridge-on-Wye
Quackers Indoor Soft Play Centre We have a large indoor play area with a drop slide, astro-slide, tube slide, rope bridge, spider's web, spinner and more including a separate toddlers area. There are no age restrictions on the equipment and plenty of seating for those who want to watch. Great indoor play centre.
Pen-y-fan Pond (67 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!
Museum of Witchcraft (68 miles)
Boscastle
Museum of Witchcraft 'The Museum of Witchcraft in Boscastle, Cornwall, houses the world's largest collection of witchcraft related artefacts and regalia. The museum has been located in Boscastle for over forty years and is amongst Cornwall's most popular museums.'
Cardiff Castle (68 miles)
Cardiff
Cardiff Castle Let the past come alive when you visit Cardiff Castle. Over the last 2000 years, the Castle has been home to the Romans, Normans and Victorians. Each group left exiting stories of amazing adventures which you can learn all about whilst exploring the spectacular grounds, Norman Keep and Castle Apartments.
Cafe Junior (68 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!
National Museum of Wales (68 miles)
Cardiff
National Museum of Wales Monet, Dylan Thomas, Owain Glynd?r, the Big Bang, Van Gogh, Tyrannosaurus rex ... with so many big names it's no surprise that National Museum Cardiff is such a big day out! Also great if you are looking for free days out with the kids in Cardiff.
Millennium Stadium Tours (68 miles)
Cardiff
Millennium Stadium Tours tour the millennium stadium, take a look behind the scenes, visit the dressing room - walk down the players tunnel,and visit the royal box
Gigrin Farm (68 miles)
Powys
Gigrin Farm The Red Kite Feeding Station. Wild Red Kites are fed at Gigrin Farm
every day of the year. With breathtaking feats of aerial piracy red kites compete with buzzards and ravens for choice pickings.
Feeding takes place at 2pm GMT, 3pm in summer & 2pm winter
Parc (68 miles)
Cardiff
Parc Has indoor, undercover and outdoor play areas so whatever the weather the fun continues! Separate areas for differing age groups.
Team Sport Cardiff (68 miles)
Cardiff
Team Sport Cardiff From ages 8 upwards kids sessions and parties are a great way to have fun and let tomorrow's budding stars shine. Kids are fully briefed and taught how to handle their specially adapted kart before they even touch the circuit.
Planet Ice Cardiff (68 miles)
Cardiff
Planet Ice Cardiff Family friendly ice skating facility with penguin skating aids for very little ones, and a special Ice Toddlers session with toys and games.
Somerset and Dorset Railway Trust (69 miles)
Watchet
Somerset and Dorset Railway Trust The Museum Contains relics from the former Somerset & Dorset Joint Railway which ran from Bath to Bournemouth with branchlines to Highbridge, Burnham on Sea, Wells and Bridgwater. All finally closing in 1966.
Adamsdown Play Centre (69 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.
Techniquest (69 miles)
Cardiff
Techniquest 160 hands-on exhibits - Become absorbed in the fascinating world of science and technology with over 160 hands-on exhibits to explore. Puzzles and activites that will keep the whole family entertained include: Fire a rocket; Test your reaction times; Race an electric car; Launch a hot air balloon; Watch a bubble race ...and much, much more.
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cardiff (69 miles)
Cardiff
AMF Hollywood Bowl Cardiff Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
Talyllyn Railway (69 miles)
Gwynedd
Talyllyn Railway A historic narrow-gauge steam railway whose line passes a set of waterfalls, at which you can often disembark and explore before catching the train back again.
Cosmeston Medieval Village (69 miles)
Penarth
Cosmeston Medieval Village Meet the villagers, all dressed in period costume, and experience how they lived. Take a tour, book a party or enjoy one of the special events that take place throughout the year!
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park (69 miles)
Penart
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a haven for local wildlife. Its flat, even paths are easily accessible to everyone, making the park very popular, especially with young families who also visit the Medieval Village.
Gilfach Nature Discovery Centre (69 miles)
Powys
Gilfach Nature Discovery Centre Gilfach Nature Reserve is set in the heart of the Marteg Valley in the Cambrian Mountains, about four miles north of Rhayader.
RSPB Nature Reserve Eglwysfach (69 miles)
Ceredigion
RSPB Nature Reserve Eglwysfach Come on a Date With Nature with us and get really close to some of the most exciting wildlife in Britain.
Tropiquaria Animal and Adventure Park (69 miles)
Watchet
Tropiquaria Animal and Adventure Park Hold snakes and spiders in the Tropical Hall, visit the Aquarium, Radio Museum and Puppet Theatre.
There are pirate ships to play on, animals and an Indoor Playcastle with café.
Ants Inya Pants Play Centre (70 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!
Tintagel Castle (70 miles)
Tintagel
Tintagel Castle With its spectacular location on Cornwalls dramatic and windswept Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of magic and myth where the legend of King Arthur was born. This historic spot is rich in flora and fauna and provides a breeding ground for sea birds, lizards and butterflies. Tintagel Castle is CornwallâÂÂs most iconic site. A strong hold of the Earls of Cornwall, the castle was built in the 13th century. Now in ruins, it still has the power to inspire.
Big Pit National Mining Museum (70 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.
Cefn Mably Farm Park (70 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.
Waie 2 Play (71 miles)
Crediton
Waie 2 Play Pleasingly large indoor and outdoor play areas with features like air cannons, zip wires and plenty of climbing frames.
Okehampton Castle (72 miles)
Okehampton
Okehampton Castle The remains of the largest castle in Devon, in an outstandingly picturesque setting on a wooded spur above the rushing River Okement. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon,much of whose work survives. After the last Courtenay owner fell foul of Henry VIII in 1538, it declined into an allegedly haunted ruin. Riverside picnic area and woodland walks nearby.
Lakefield Equestrian Centre (72 miles)
Camelford
Lakefield Equestrian Centre is an approved centre offering full equestrian facilities and catering for all abilities, from complete beginner to the more advanced rider.
Museum of Dartmoor Life (72 miles)
Oakhampton
Museum of Dartmoor Life Dartmoor Life is a bright, novel, attractive place to visit. There you can discover what has happened to the Dartmoor environment over time and see how Dartmoor people have made a living and changed Dartmoor in doing so. See also how they have lived at home. You may even recognise your grandparents' kitchen and living room, but not necessarily the prices they had to pay for things in their time.
Ezeeeplay Indoor Play Centre (72 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
Greenmeadow Community Farm (72 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 (73 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!
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre (73 miles)
Lifton
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre 'The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is proud to present the National Fairground Collection. It is a facility unique in the UK, designed to capture the magic of a bygone age through exhibits, vintage engineering and stunning artwork displays.
The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction that provides a unique opportunity to view our Fairground Heritage in a beautiful rural location.'
The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction that provides a unique opportunity to view our Fairground Heritage in a beautiful rural location.'
Hidden Valley Discovery Park (73 miles)
Launceston
Hidden Valley Discovery Park A unique country park with a real adventure for all the family. From the daring Crystal Challenges and the Vault; to the tranquility of lakes and forest walks. Miniature and ride on trains, the mysterious secret fountain and a beech hedge maze.
Beacon Park Boats (73 miles)
Abergavenney
Beacon Park Boats Exceptionally quiet electric day boats on the Monmouthshire & Brecon canal
Zoopadoopa LTD (73 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.
Cwmbran Bowlplex (74 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?
Kingdom Come (74 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.
Trethorne Leisure Park (74 miles)
Launceston
Trethorne Leisure Park There is a programme of activities throughout the day, allowing customers to ride ponies, bottle feed lambs, hand milk cows, and stroke the animals. Activities in the play area include Pillow Bash, Bungee Run, Ball Pools, Slides, Trampolines and the Jolly Roger's Ball Blaster.
Trethorne Premier Bowl (74 miles)
Launceston
Trethorne Premier Bowl With 8 computerised lanes, Trethorne is one of Cornwall's Premier Ten Pin Bowling venues and is the perfect entertainment for all ages and occasions.
Paddles and Pedals Canoe Hire (74 miles)
Hereford
Paddles and Pedals Canoe Hire Hire a Canadian Canoe or a Kayak and discover the tranquil beauty of the River Wye. The Wye is one of the most beautiful rivers in the British Isles, and one of the few you can navigate, without restriction, for over 100 miles. It meanders through picturesque countryside to where it joins the River Severn at Chepstow and is well populated with wildlife.
Abergavenny Castle & Museum (74 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.
Newport Museum and Art Gallery (75 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.
Wiveliscombe Open Air Pool (75 miles)
Taunton
Wiveliscombe Open Air Pool Heated outdoor pool with fun sessions and water walking (pre booking essential) where you cross the pool inside a giant ball!
Newport Centre (75 miles)
Newport
Newport Centre The Newport Centre has a leisure pool with slide, wave machine and beach area.
Thanks for all the great things to do in Tenby 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 Mid Wales can enjoy the great day out as well.
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