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    Best Things To Do & Days Out In Leeds, West Yorkshire

    There are loads of cool things to do in Leeds to keep your family entertained on your next day out. Let's take a look!

    If the Yorkshire weather drives you indoors the Leeds City Museum offers hands-on exhibitions, games and displays.

    The Royal Armories is home to over 2,500 pieces of arms or armour from around the world across six galleries. Practice your aim at the crossbow shooting gallery or act the fool in the Jester Yard play area. In the summer months sit back and enjoy jousting, falconry and horsemanship.

    If you prefer living life in the fast lane then the Teamsport Indoor Karting venue will get your engine running. Race your family around the 580m indoor track to see who will be crowned the ultimate Speed Racer!

    Let’s not forget about our furry, four legged friends. Meet donkeys and mules at The Leeds Donkey Sanctuary, or just 2 miles outside the city is Meanwood Valley Urban Farm home to a wide variety of fluffy farmyard friends.

    Over the river Call Lane is well known for its restaurants and stop off at the Kirkgate Market to wander around the hundreds of indoor and outdoor stalls for a souvenir of a fun, family day out.

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    Jungle Kids(1)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Like wild animals, sometimes children need to run free and have a good play! That’s exactly what they can do at Jungle Kids! This massive play struct...

    Ages 0-12

    2 mi

    Thwaite Watermill

    • Leeds
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Museums and Art Galleries

    Thwaite Watermill, nestled on an island with beautiful riverside surroundings, is one the last remaining examples of a water powered mill in Britain!...

    All Ages

    2.5 mi

    Jackrabbits Pottery

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes

    Jackrabbits Pottery is a family and buggy friendly paint your own pottery studio for adults and children of all abilities to explore their creative s...

    All Ages

    2.5 mi

    Kirkstall Abbey

    • Leeds
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Landmarks

    Delve into medieval history with a visit to the iconic Kirkstall Abbey in Leeds. Explore secret passages, see where the monks used to pray and try to...

    All Ages

    2.7 mi

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    Abbey House Museum(1)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Museums and Art Galleries

    At Abbey House Museum step back in time and wander through the enchanting streets, shops and houses and experience life as a Victorian. As a fun, fam...

    Ages 4+

    2.8 mi

    Cineworld Leeds - White Rose

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Cinemas and Theatres

    Up for going to the movies? If you want to see the top family-friendly releases, the best place to go is Cineworld Leeds - White Rose. Share the magi...

    All Ages

    3.1 mi

    Roundhay Park

    • Leeds
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    Roundhay Park is a lovely place for a relaxing day out in nature. Take a walk by the beautiful Waterloo lake and spot the swans, or venture on an exc...

    All Ages

    3.2 mi

    Tropical World Roundhay(2)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Summon your inner explorer at Tropical World (Roundhay) - discover tumbling waterfalls, humid rainforests and pools of exotic fish in the not-so-far-...

    All Ages

    3.3 mi


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    Wacky Warehouse - Lawnswood Arms

    • Leeds
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Wacky Warehouse Lawnswood Arms offers an excellent environment for the kids to get some indoor exercise and build up an appetite for the delights of...

    Ages 0-12

    3.8 mi

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    Temple Newsam

    • Leeds
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Stately Homes and Gardens

    Temple Newsam is one of the great historic estates in England. Set within over 1500 acres of parkland, woodland and farmland landscaped by Capability...

    All Ages

    3.9 mi

    Munchkins

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Munchkins has a 3 level play structure for adventurous children that includes all the classic elements the kids look forward to, including the bubbly...

    Ages 0-12

    4 mi

    Jigsaw Gyms(3)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Jigsaw Gym's is a friendly play and party venue, welcoming children from birth up to 11 years. There's a large multi-level play structure for childre...

    All Ages

    4.1 mi

    Little Bees Play and Party

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Little Bees Play and Party Adventure play area: This area is for the over 4s and includes wavy slide, aerial glide, construction area, sports area, d...

    Ages 0-12

    4.3 mi

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    Kids Club House Ltd

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Welcome to Kids Club House Ltd , Horsforth's premier indoor soft play, activity and party venue guaranteeing hours of fun! For the Kids A multi-tiere...

    Ages 0-12

    4.3 mi

    Firefly Pottery

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes

    Firefly Pottery A warm, welcoming child friendly environment, (we also provide windows of tranquil calm for adults), situated next to a sweet shop an...

    All Ages

    4.5 mi

    The Depot

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Climbing

    The Depot For those not in the know who prefer their feet on the ground, the definition of bouldering is low level climbing free from ropes and harne...

    Ages 9+

    4.8 mi

    The Rainbow Factory(3)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Arts and Crafts

    The Rainbow Factory is a storytelling wonderland with a social objective of inspiring a new generation with a love of reading. This creative arts pla...

    Ages 0-12

    4.8 mi

    Cottonbudz

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Cottonbudz is a small soft and adventure play and party venue that offers a range of activities in a fun and safe environment. It is a great place to...

    Ages 0-12

    4.9 mi

    Jackaboos(1)

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Indoor and Soft Play Areas

    Jackaboos take having FUN to a new and exciting level. Let your kids run wild in a safe, fun and clean environment while you relax with an authentic...

    Ages 0-12

    5 mi

    Puttstars Leeds

    • Leeds
    • Indoor
    • Crazy Golf

    Ready for an exciting family day out with a twist? Head down to Puttstars Leeds, where the entire family will get a chance to try to putt their way t...

    Ages 4+

    5.1 mi

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