Known as a surfer’s paradise, it’s easy for families to fall in love with all the things to do in Newquay during a day out.
The stunning sandy Fistral Beach is a slice of coastal heaven. With the backdrop of Newquay town just ten minutes walk away and a haven of relaxed bars and restaurants where you can enjoy food or drink overlooking the surfers in the swell it’ll be hard to tear yourself away.
Newquay family days out will be bustling with life and adventure in the summer! You could try a surf lesson or go for a walk along the beach. Its quieter neighbour, Lusty Glaze, has all the beauty with less competition for space and a rustic, scenic café that serves seasonal beverages all year round.
The town itself has a multitude of surf shops, so you can dress like a surfer even if you’ve never stood on a board! Wildlife lovers are catered for at Newquay Zoo with over 130 species, or stick to the water at the Blue Reef Aquarium where you can walk through an ocean tunnel filled with tropical sharks, colourful fish and much more.
Just three miles outside of the town is Holywell Bay Fun Park where children can drive an F1 go-kart, ride the battle or bumper boats, get lost in the maze and have a game of crazy golf.
If the weather isn’t on your side try Jungle Jacks, a large indoor play area, or wrap yourself up nice and warm for a walk along the blustery beach, guaranteed to blow the cobwebs away.
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World of PAW Patrol opens spring 2026 at Chessington World of Adventures, a £15m investment over 1.4 acres recreating Adventure Bay. Enjoy 4 kid-friendly rides: Chase’s Mountain Mission coaster, Skye’s Helicopter Heroes, Marshall’s Firetruck Rescue, and UK-first Zuma’s Hovercraft Adventure. Features pup meets, Lookout Tower, play areas. Book via Day Out With The Kids for discounts, arrive early to beat queues for perfect preschool family fun!

McDonald’s Friends Box launches UK-wide on 3 February 2026 at 11am, featuring adult Happy Meals with Big Mac, McPlant or 9 Chicken McNuggets, medium fries, drink, Monica’s Marinara sauce and one of six exclusive figurines (Rachel, Phoebe, Monica, Joey, Chandler, Ross). Collect all via off-peak visits, app orders and swaps. Add Pizza Mozzarella Dippers for the ultimate nostalgic family treat!

Legoland Germany Harry Potter Hotel opens in 2026 next to Günzburg resort, featuring world’s first LEGO Wizarding World stay with Hogwarts house rooms and family suites. Fly from UK to Munich or Stuttgart (under 2 hours), then drive or train 1-1.5 hours. Expect immersive land, 2-day park tickets in packages. Book early via newsletters for best deals; visit May/September to dodge crowds. Ultimate magical family adventure!

Alton Towers launches the world’s first Bluey coaster, Bluey the Ride: Here Come The Grannies, in CBeebies Land Spring 2026, replacing Postman Pat. Expect 0.9m height limit, gentle dips and twists for toddlers, streamed 770 million times on BBC iPlayer. Book via DOWTK for discounts, arrive early mid-week, use FastTrack. Secure tickets now for ultimate family coaster fun!

Warner Bros. Discovery’s Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure launches in the UK by late 2026, featuring immersive Platform 9¾, interactive onboard challenges, Butterbeer, and merchandise. Expect live actors, digital windows, and magical thrills in London, Manchester, or Birmingham. Tickets will sell fast with tiered pricing; book early via Day Out With The Kids for the ultimate family outing. Over 600 million books sold worldwide!

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