A hub of industry, there are plenty of great things to do in Bradford for an educational and fun family day out.
The Bradford Industrial Museum is on the site of a former mill and shows how mill workers lived and worked throughout history. Marvel at the old-fashioned clunky looking machinery and imagine what it would’ve been like to work in the mill, where the noise would’ve been so loud it drowned out your own thoughts. See photos and and equipment that depict working life in a time gone by.
Movie lovers will enjoy the National Media Museum. Find your favourite moment in film or TV, have a go at creating your own storyboard and make a mini movie in the animation studio to remember your Bradford family day out.
There are plenty of play spaces for smaller children too. Geronimo's is 9,000sq ft. of fun featuring cargo nets, slides, climbing frames and more. Toddlers have their own dedicated space for stress free and fun play and there’s a café. The Richard Dunn Sports Centre has a pool with waterslide and tyre ride, have a game of bowling at Hollywood Bowl or take the whole family ice-skating at Bradford Ice Rink.

Test your shooting skills at Nerf Zone Matlock Bath! Arm yourself with target vest, goggles & blaster. Play the Big Battle & become the ultimate NERF gun fighter!

Splash and play at Congleton Paddling Pool! Surrounded by grasslands, bring a picnic and enjoy a blissful, sun-soaked afternoon. Support local young people with every purchase from the nearby café.

All aboard the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway! A perfect family day out, take a 3 mile return trip on coal-fired steam engines and explore the lakeside. Enjoy covered coaches and the Birthday Party Express train. Plus, lots of other activities like picnics, sailing, boating & fishing.

Explore Greenlands Farm Village! Meet and feed animals, play on tractors, enjoy daily animal encounters and a brand-new air pillow. Don't miss delicious takeaway food and plenty of undercover fun!

Experience Congleton's fascinating history at Congleton Museum! Explore interactive touch-screens, relief maps, talking heads & more!

Explore the North Lincolnshire Museum with the family! Get hands-on with fossils, animals and more in the interactive Go Wild section and join one of the free drop-in sessions like Museum Mayhem and Under 5s' sessions. Don't forget to complete the family trails to get a sticker!

"Jump, bounce and play at Scunthorpe Air Park! Indoor inflatable fun for kids up to 16, with parent & disability sessions. Book online!"

Go bowling with the family at Scunthorpe Bowl! State-of-the-art facilities, kid-friendly balls and shoes, and seasonal events. Beat the grown-ups in a family tournament!

Play, dance, or party at The Play Mill! Drama, dancing, and storytime during term time. Speciality children's parties on weekends & afterschool.

Scunthorpe air park, is an indoor inflatable theme park situated inside Scunthorpe bowl Warren road.

Experience the Pods' 25m pool! Splash around with aquatic toys in FunSplash and take swimming lessons for all ages and abilities. Perfect for parents and kids, with a supervised crèche!

Explore Tree Top Tumble! Aimed at 6 year olds and under with free kids meals, party packages and more! Set in the beautiful Masson Mills Shopping Village.

Experience a charming trip on the Scarborough Spa Express vintage steam train! Enjoy North Yorkshire's beautiful countryside and go on a historic journey to York or Scarborough.

Experience movie magic with your family at Vue Scunthorpe! Enjoy films in crystal-clear 4K quality with 7 gigantic screens and 3D features. Check out Mini Mornings for family-friendly film screenings.

There is something for everyone to enjoy. From hands-on activities & children’s fun to special dining experiences & celebrations.

Join the treasure hunt trail in Cromford! Solve clues, explore sights & visit the World Heritage Site. Download the PDF for hints!

Climb aboard the Anderton Boat Lift & journey between two rivers! Explore the historic exhibition, interactive controls & Edwin Clark trip boat.

Explore the world of flamingos at Flamingo Land Park & Resort! Go on a zoo adventure with 140 species of animals, go on roller coasters & fairground rides, learn about conservation, and more!

Explore the magical Lea Green Centre! Set in the Derbyshire countryside, it has a mansion resembling Hogwarts, 25 acres to explore and exciting activities like high & low ropes course, team swing, climbing tower & bushcraft. Adventure Days, parties & catering options available.

Explore Wacky Warehouse Heath Farm for hours of fun! Climb, swing, bounce and slide your way through the soft play equipment for kids aged 6 months to 10 years! A great way to keep the family active, whatever the weather!