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We always suggest you ring beforehand if visiting with disabled children as all attractions within the place you are visiting may not be accessible, depending on disablement, and whether or not if you have a helper.
Our guide is popular with families and as a school resource for educational trips.
For opening times click through to website or telephone attraction. Some attractions close during the winter.

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Wheelchair friendly

Go Ape, Bedgebury Forest, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SL.
Tel 
0845 643 9215
www.goape.co.uk
Have a fun-filled three hours up in trees, trekking from tree to tree via an assortment of rope bridges and Tarzan swings. Situated in Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest where there are plenty more activities. No
Go Ape, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL
Tel 0845 643 9215

www.goape.co.uk
 
Spend a fun-filled three hours up in the trees, trekking from tree to tree via an assortment of rope bridges and Tarzan swings. Minimum age 10yrs, minimum height 1.4m (4ft7in). Nearby cafe. Pre-booking advised.  No
Super Camps 
Tel: 01235 832222
www.supercamps.co.uk 
Activity day camps for children aged 4-14 at Combe Bank School, Sundridge; Sutton Valence Preparatory School, Chart Sutton; Junior Kings School, Canterbury; St Stephens Junior School,  Canterbury   call to check
Labyrinthe,  Chislehurst Caves, Caveside Close, Chislehurst BR7 5NL
Tel 0845 095 1800
www.labyrinthe.co.uk 
Interactive Live Role Play game, set in a medieval fantasy world, for children aged 11-15 yrs. Every Saturday of the year. Birthday party bookings welcome. Mention this site when booking. No
Diggerland, Roman Way, Strood, Kent, ME2 2NU, 
Tel: 0871 2277007
www.diggerland.com
The only place where children as young as 5 can ride and drive full size diggers! A fantastic opportunity to experience driving and ride real JCB diggers and lots more with over 18 rides to enjoy! Disabled visitors pay normal entry price  but may bring in a helper/carer free
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Park Lane, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 2SL.
Tel: 01580 211781
www.forestry.gov.uk/bedgebury
Forest Park - Open every day, Bedgebury is the perfect place for kids to let off steam. Wonderful play equipment, bicycles, refreshments - come and create your own adventure in a world of trees.

Yes

Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone ME14 3AU
Tel: 01622 763936
www.kentlife.org.uk 
28 acres of fun including a new indoor play barn and outdoor play area, lots of hands on activities, and an animal cuddle corner. Family fun you'll remember!! Yes
Canterbury Tales, St Margaret's Street, Canterbury, CT1 2TG
Tel 01227 479227
www.canterburytales.org.uk 
Discover Chaucer in medieval Canterbury and step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone era. Yes

The Ian Wright Organisation, Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling
ME19 5RL 
Tel: 01732 529511
www.thewrightevent.co.uk 

Junior Driving Days are fun, unforgettable experiences for children of 11 yrs & 1.4m tall & above. These sessions run on specific weekdays throughout the school holidays and involve a wide range of vehicles & driving. Children's parties

Call to check
A Passion For... at Breaside Preparatory School, 41-43 Orchard Road, Bromley, BR1 2PR
Tel 01235 833030
www.apassionfor.co.uk
Holiday Workshops For Children aged 6-16! Offering week-long specialised activity courses in topics such as Cookery, Invention, Street Dance, Being in a Band and many more! Call to check
Groombridge Place Gardens and Enchanted Forest, Nr Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9QG, 
Tel 01892 861444
www.groombridge.co.uk 
Beautiful gardens, playgrounds and also stunning views, unusual animals, fun activities, huge swings, birds of prey, canal boat ride, garden restaurant, picnic areas, childrens parties. Good overall access. Some restrictions
The Hop Farm Country Park, Paddock Wood,  Kent, TN12 6PY, 
Tel: 0870 0274166
www.thehopfarm.co.uk
 
Fun for all the family, including children’s play areas, animal encounters, pottery painting, interactive museums and the impressive Shire horses, school visits, regular events. Restaurant. Yes most areas accessible - wheelchairs available on 1st served basis
Dickens World, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4LL, 
Tel: 01634 890421
www.dickensworld.co.uk
An exciting indoor visitor attraction,  based on the life, books, times of Charles Dickens. Take a fascinating journey through Dickens’ lifetime into Dickensian England and be immersed in the streets, sounds, smells of the 19th century.  Yes - but no wheelchair access on Great Expectations boat ride.
Dover Castle, Dover, Kent,
Tel: 01304 211067
Website
Discover its labyrinth of secret wartime tunnels built deep in the White Cliffs of Dover. Sights, sounds and pathe news clips bring the drama of its strategic role in WWII alive. Regular family events during school holidays. School Groups. Partial access
Royal Engineers Museum, Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham, ME4 4UG, 
Tel: 01634 822312
www.remuseum.org.uk
Lots here to see with regular events for the whole family. This is the exciting story of the Corps of Royal Engineers. see their innovation & creativity including tanks, torpedoes, bridges, School & group visits. Shop, refreshment & picnic areas. Yes
Croc N Craft,  The Lines, Cobden Road, Sevenoaks, TN1 3UA, 
Tel: 01732 465997
www.crocncraft.co.uk
Its fun to Paint a piece of pottery - children love it., relax in our friendly calm studio, and let your creativity run wild. Handprints and footprints to keep memories alive. Parties and classes. Yes - Call to check
Hook and Hatchet Inn, Church Road, Hucking, Maidstone, ME17 1QT
Tel 01622 880830
www.hookandhatchet.co.uk 
Walking on the Hucking Estate every day of the year. 560 acres of countryside to explore. Parking, maps, food and refreshments at the Hook and Hatchet Inn.  Ideal for families No
Create Inn, 8 Princesses Parade, Waterside, Crayford, Dartford, Kent, DA1 4JD, 
www.create-inn.com
Children will have a lovely time painting pottery  in our studio. Lots to do in a relaxed atmosphere.  School holiday clubs, workshops, childrens parties. Refreshments. Wheelchairs accommodated
A Touch of Clay, The Studio, 61 St Johns Hill, Sevenoaks, TN13 3NY
Tel 07796 878371
www.atouchofclay.co.uk 
Creative fun with clay and art workshops. All ages, weekends, school holidays. Pottery and art parties. Bookable and drop-in sessions yes
Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Nr. Edenbridge, TN8 7AD
Tel 01892 870347
www.chiddingstone-castle.org.uk 
Historic Castle - Egyptian and Japanese rooms, Victorian kitchen. Large grounds, lake, children's activity rooms (dressing up, hieroglyphics, peg dolls). School holiday events. Restaurant.
Open Thurs, Fri, Sun.
Yes; activity rooms on ground floor
Folkestone FIlm Factory CIC,  Studio 2
46, Tontine Street, Folkestone  CT20 1JU
Tel 01303 211582
www.folkestonefilmfactory.com
10 to 16 years? Make films for real just like the pros. Learn how to script, shoot and edit in a crew of 10. See our website for full details. Yes

 

Lost Island Encounter,  World of Golf Sidcup, A20, Sidcup By-Pass, Chislehurst BR7 6RP
Tel 0208 309 0181 
www.worldofgolf.co.uk 
The UK’s most spectacular 36 hole adventure golf course. Navigate a spectacular waterfall  lakes and a series of bridges. Other obstacles  include abandoned army jeeps and the remains of a crashed plane, caves and plantation! Yes
YogaBugs Kent & East Sussex
0845 863 0681
website
YogaBugs embraces all the elements of a Hatha Yoga class and more. We operate in schools, nurseries and children's centres and private classes in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area.  Yes: non-competitive & fully-inclusive: suitable for all children 
Capstone Farm Country Park, Capstone Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 3RG, 
Tel 01634 812196
Website
Country park set in 280 acres on the North Downs with wildflowers, woodland and play areas. Visitor Centre, Cafe, Fishing (day ticket required). Most areas
Farming World, Nash Court, Boughton, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9SW, 
Tel: 01227 751144
www.farming-world.com
See over 100 breeds of farm animals. Hawking centre with flying displays. Educational resources and packs add up to a fun-packed and informative school trip for all age groups. Yes - STB Award winner

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