School holiday activities
Arlington Court a great Kids Day Out near Barnstaple - free for National Trust Members
Devon
Come and explore the beautiful Dundonald Castle
Ayrshire
Built for Robert II on his accession to the throne of Scotland in 1371 this fortified tower house was a residence for early Stewart kings for the next 150 years.
Indoors and outdoors!
Animal lovers will enjoy this family friendly farm
South Yorkshire
Enjoy this historical Castle!
Monmouthshire
Medieval castle, beautiful parkland with plenty for children to do. Full programme of events throughout the year.
Keep active at Dorchester Sports Centre
Dorset
Ultimate inflatable experience!
Ultimate inflatable experience
Merseyside
Outstanding and diverse range of objects
Avon
Outstanding and diverse range of objects, from sea dinosaurs to magnificent art.
Love animals? Then have this as one of your days out.
Staffordshire
Sick and injured wildlife receive treatment at this rescue centre. Visitors are welcome to see the animals.
Great place to visit!
A motoring journey through the 20th century
Gloucestershire
Wonderful collections of cars, motorcycles, caravans and a huge toy collection of pedal cars & models.
Open - book now!
Great for children 8 years and under!
Another of our ideas for things to do.
Nottinghamshire
Green’s Windmill is a 19th century working windmill. Test your brain power at the Science Centre and explore electricity, magnetism and more!
The South-West's largest fun park with over 30 rides & attractions!
Somerset
Activities including Super Looper Roller Coaster, Canoe Run, Laser Quest, Pony Adventure, swimming pool, roundabouts, waltzers, dodgems.
Develope your knowledge at Banbury Museum!
Oxfordshire
New Museum in attractive canal side locationwith exciting displays. Resource Room, Cafe.
Great entertainment for all the family
Quizzes and games, brass-rubbing and children's costumes, in our fantastic hands-on exhibition.
Contains exhibits of everyday life
Bristol
Contains exhibits of everyday life from centuries past including an impressive domestic equipment gallery. One of our great Kids Days Out
Pembrokeshire
Family fun at Cineworld Weymouth
Grab your Godstone Farm tickets here!
Surrey
Set in the beautiful Surrey Hills and a short distance from the M25, the farm is the perfect family fun filled day out.
Good Museum!
Wigtownshire
An exhibition about the history of Creetown. Historical photographs, audio and video presentations, local arts & crafts.
History with kids activities
Dating from the 14th century!
Clackmannanshire
Alloa Tower is the largest surviving keep in Scotland.
Regular events and shows at this great Transport Museum in Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire
Dramatic displays, working exhibits and DVD presentations trace the history of travel and transport in the North East of Scotland in our Aberdeenshire Museum.
The best of the Buckinghamshire countryside in a family day out!
Buckinghamshire
A day visit to explore our 44 acre site, including Play Areas, Go-Karts, Bouncy Pillows, Soft Play, Farm Animals, Pets Corner, Wildlife Zone and more!
Enjoy a great family day out.
Isle of Wight
This is one of the finest Romano-British archaeological sites in the UK. Our award-winning Exhibition and Visitor Centre offers a unique insight into Roman life in Britain.
Plenty of special features for children!
Sussex
Learn about fossils that transform into dinosaurs, prehistoric crocodiles and fish, a diorama of local animals and birds and much more!
Swimming pool and more!
Shetland
Sports facilities plus 2 flumes, outdoor lagoon, kiddies pool, a giant bubble pool and rapid river with water cannons and much more!
Swimming for all the family in Salisbury
Wiltshire
Explore this historical museum!
Dumfries & Galloway
Good Museum - Take a look at varied items from the past with lots of interesting displays.
Junior Karting at its best!
Childrens karting from 4-12yrs with the latest electric karts.
Lots of fun activities here for kids of all ages
Kent
Have fun, get fit, get airborne!
Norman castle!
11th century Celtic Cross, medieval bridge, the only restored Tidal Mill in Wales, picnic area, holiday activities for young people, guided tours.
Great Kids adventures!
Experience Thrills, Spills, Adventure & Excitement
Norfolk
Have the time of your life on our Zip Wires, Super Swing, Power Fan, Climbing Wall & Assault Courses! During School Holidays - Booking is Essential.
The museum is set in parkland
Northamptonshire
Displays exhibits relating to Northampton's varied history including, military history, 19-century fashion gallery and leathercraft gallery.
Six hundred years of history!
A fine country house with magnificent ceilings and impressive Morning and Drawing Rooms.
State of the art leisure centre!
Suffolk
Lots of things to do here including new and improved larger soft kids playing area, connected to new Coffee Street and more!
See this amazing Castle!
Choose from guided tours of spectacular apartments or climb to the top of the 12th century Norman Keep for spectacular views of the city.
Active fun for everyone!
Keep fit and healthy!
History of Cardigan!
Ceredigion
Going back to Norman times, including Cardigan Castle, artefacts and lots of information. Guided tours can be arranged.
Be bowled over Hollywood Bowl Bristol
Evening sessions - check website!
Where climbing centre meets theme park
Cambridgeshire
Award winning museum.
Essex
Featuring many hands-on displays showing Colchester's history from the Stone Age to the Civil War.
Science for Kids
Plenty of things for the kids to do here!
Cheshire
We have four interactive galleries with over 100 different exhibits to tug, tease and test. Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the roof-top observatory.
School trips too!
Home of the Codebreakers - children under 12 free
A Birthday Bash ...just for kids!
London
For a fun, one-of-a-kind venue for your child's next birthday party, our fantastic, modern venue is superb.
Plenty of things to do here.
Cumbria
Two cinema screens, theatre, music events, visual arts and workshops. Plenty of options for meals or snacks.
Walk down a Medieval street to a Medieval Chapel
Warwickshire
Visit this historic battlefield and try the strength of a longbow, discover what it was like to be a soldier in the 16th century and much more.
Seventeenth-century castle with regular children's events.
Derbyshire
Discovery Centre in the Stables, with audio-visual displays. Special jousting events.
A beautifully restored building which explores the town’s turbulent early history.
Roxburgh
We also host a variety of temporary displays and activities suitable for all the family. Audio tours, tourist information, gifts & souvenirs.
All weather attraction!
Working family farm set in beautiful Surrey countryside in Fetcham.
Animals and play areas, inside and out, make our farm one of the South East's most popular all-weather attractions.
Enjoy the interesting Hereford Museum and Art!
Herefordshire
The museum is full of interesting local history with hands-on elements for all the family.
All year round ski centre!
Firpark Ski Centre
The centre offers a whole range of snowsport activities including skiing, snowboarding, tubing lets and blading throughout the year on its 120m dry ski slope.
Award Winning Museum
Interactive areas throughout our family!
Friendly museum allow all ages to get involved. Regular junior workshops, family events and a range of activities!
High risk of science fun!
High risk of serious fun!
Angus
The only UK science centre based on the five senses. If you thought science was boring think again!
A must visit - why?
Where children play to learn and grown-ups learn to play...
Yorkshire
An educational and fun place to visit!
Great for children and parents!
Conwy
Experience a traditional marionette show at this small theatre.
Traditional stone carving for all the family.
Children's activities and stone carving sessions in school holidays and weekends. Activities with a difference. Try this historic craft, just one of the great things we have to do on our guide.
More things to do from Kids Days Out in Northumberland.
Northumberland
Mediaeval Castle with Banquet Halls, James 1st Drawing Room and Elizabethan ceiling, the ancient Edward 1st Room.
Stunning castle.
Leicestershire
Superb views and wonderful gardens. Full programme of events.
Science learning and fun
Stunning shows projected on a 360 degree domed ceiling above your head.
Tyne and Wear
Perfect for Performers!
Gymnastics for all ages and abilities
An all weather family attraction with something for everyone!
Worcestershire
WOW - this has everything!
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Middlesex
More than you can imagine! Enjoy the fascinating Camera Obscura Show.
Edinburgh
More fun than you can imagine - 5 floors of interactive hands-on fun! Fantastic views of Edinburgh and 3 galleries full of amazing optical experiences.
See a recreated ironmonger's shop.
Selkirkshire
Other lively displays relate to the history of the building and to Selkirk. Video and audio-tape programmes are available.
A magical day out for the whole family!
Dumfries Museum is centred around the eighteenth century windmill.
Dumfriesshire
You will see fossil footprints left by prehistoric reptiles, the Wildlife of the Solway marshes, tools and weapons of the earliest peoples of the region.
As seen on TV!
Another idea for kids days out!
One of the best Farm attractions in the country and winner of many awards. Animals in abundance and always something new!
Explore 1,000 acres of grounds!
Take the land-train to boat trips and our new adventure playground; discover our house & park near York, North Yorkshire
Find out more!
Situated on the historic Shiprow
Incorporating Provost Ross's House - built in 1593 - Aberdeen Maritime Museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the Sea.
Come and explore the Dunbeath Heritage Centre!
Caithness
This small museum is well worth a visit with good displays from the history of the area.
Lots to learn at Bristol Cathedral
WOW - not to be missed!
This pioneering eco-centre features hands-on displays and great holiday activities.
Powys
A ride on the remarkable water-powered cliff railway kicks off a day out which is sure to entertain and inspire.
Not suitable for under-4s.
Argyllshire
Eavesdrop on cases held in this courtroom with a soundtrack based on the transcripts of real trials. Look at the many exhibitions!
Catch up with the latest shows and events!
Sutherland
Good Museum - Relating the history of the Royal Burgh of Dornoch, interpretive displays and items illustrating the town’s history.
Energetic indoor activities for all ages
Bristol's No.1 Attraction ideal for School trips
Working boatyard with boat day hire!
Heyford Wharf includes cycle hire, giftshop, cafe.
Creative fun with clay and art workshops.
All ages, weekends, school holidays. Pottery and art parties. Bookable and drop-in sessions.
A great day out for all the family!
Identify the Bottlenose Dolphins of Cardigan Bay's "Special Area of Conservation".
The International Centre for Birds of Prey.
For many years a specialist zoo of birds of prey dedicated to their conservation. Now back with its original owner.
A great day out for the whole family!
Lots of animals to see and cuddle! Indoor and outdoor play areas. Ride on tractors and tractor tours. Giant undercover sand pit.
Self guided tour of the works that's educational and fun.
Gwynedd
Video presentation, view the machines and craftsmen in action, listen to a taped commentary as you go.
Amazing adventures for 2025!
The children's beach adventure
Great air museum that kids will love!
Excellent air museum for all the family with many historic aircraft, activities and museum. Events throughout the year.
Animal encounters!
Hands-on activity farm for families!
Interact with our rare breed farm animals. Get up close, touch, feed & learn all about them. Set in stunning countryside!
Eastnor Castle.
This is one of England's most beautiful castles. Knight's Maze and Children's Assault Course. Adventure Playground.
Stunning Roman Museum!
Ground breaking museum.
See Roman life in the second-largest town Roman in England with interactive & hands-on displays including stunning mosaics.
Dance classes for everyone!
Come and sing and dance with us!
Paintball and Laser tag games
Cornwall
For ages 8 and above at a purpose built UKPSF Accredited 20 acre site with 7 big game zones, prices from £10 per player.
100 acres to explore!
Come and visit a variety of animals and birds
Perthshire
100 acre Wildlife Centre. Indoor and outdoor children's play areas, picnic tables, BBQ's, petting hatchery, gift shop and cafe.
Walk through the tunnels of this Bronze Age mine.
The highlight of the tour is the amazing Bronze Age Cavern, dug out over 3,500 years ago.
All the latest movies at Cineworld near Chester
Great Outdoor adventures
Experience, Learn, Develop
Hampshire
Kincardineshire
Find out about 19th century tartans, Royal commemorative china and the life of local musician and composer, J. Scott Skinner.
Kids love castles!
Discover its labyrinth of secret wartime tunnels!
Explore the tunnels built deep in the White Cliffs of Dover. Sights, sounds and pathe news clips bring the drama of its role in WWII alive.
Perfect for all Dancers!
A gem of a Museum
Country Life Museum
Unique collection of information, photographs and artefacts from the local area & people which ties in to stories and displays of how their use.
Discover delectable, fresh chocolates handmade.
Watch the team in action through the window into our tiny factory.
Historic Castle with lots for kids and Schools
Go 360! today
A fun packed indoor centre, open 360 days a year
Action packed family fun!
Where Climbing Meets Theme Park
Wheelchair Basketball for all ages in Chester
The Museum for Dorset!
One of the most talked about Museums in Britain today
Imperial War Museum North is about people and their stories. Cafe and shop.
Have fun and keep healthy!
A great family day out!
For everyone, for ever!
Get bowled over at Go Bowling in Dunstable!
Lot of things to do for kids here.
All weather fun!
Exciting Family Farmyard Fun!
Check this out!
Ice-Rink!
Ice-rink with eight lane curling available from September to April. Indoor Bowling arena. Conferences, exhibitions and shows.
Dance, Dance and Dance in Nottingham
Making science accessible for the whole family
Presentations and displays.
Western isles
A fully furnished, traditional, Lewis thatched house Providing a unique insight into island life.
A great Castle which dates from the late 14th century
Nairnshire
With lots to see including beautiful gardens. A variety of birds can be seen from time to time in the Big Wood.
Fantastic new aquarium
Fantastic new aquarium attraction in Bristol with everything from Sea Horse to sharks. worth a look!
British breeds of goats
British breeds of goats, also donkeys, pigs, reptiles, and poultry. Play barn. Guided tours.
A West India merchant house
A West India merchant house is displayed as it might have looked in the 18th century. Home to the slave Pero...
Have a great time keeping active!
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NEW! Digital Adventures Castleford
Wow this looks brilliant!
Immersive Gamebox - Castleford
Outdoor centre
Find out about the changes to Sutherland's landscapes, back to the Ice Age. What is the impact on wildlife, of the local hydro-electric scheme?
Another thing to do from Kids Days out.
Our recent £10million redevelopment has created dynamic and innovative new galleries that encourage you to get involved as you wander round.
Plenty of hands-on fun activities and exciting attractions too
Act Dance Sing, make friends and have fun
Act Dance Sing, make friends and have fun, perform in a production, build confidence and life skills, work towards theatre qualifications.
An amazing day out!
The Haynes Motor Museum in Somerset is a great Kids Days Out
Foxton Canal Museum was opened in 1989.
Foxton Canal Museum is situated in the reconstructed Boiler House of the lift. It tells the story of the lift and canals it served for the public.
A great day out!
Anglesey
Find out about crime and punishment in Beaumaris Gaol, see the spartan cells and unique treadwheel.
An open farm!
West Midlands
Animals including - cows, sheep, goats and pigs, rabbits, birds of prey, also more unusual animals like porcupines, & llamas.
See our crazy slides!
Where you matter!
A huge amount to see and do in this beautiful area of north Northumberland.
Etal Castle, narrow-gauge steam railway and working water mill at Heatherslaw, Flodden battlefield, arts, crafts and gallery and more!
Brilliant Kids Play!
Be happy with us!
POTTERY PAINTING- FOR ALL AGES!
Choose from a wide selection of bisque in studio or make it mobile and we can come to you! We do: drop-in visits/ bookings!
Discover the chequered history of Newcastle upon Tyne, from Romans and Knights to ship-builders and pitmen.
Events, exhibitions and four signposted walks which start and finish at the centre.
Its got it all!
Exciting indoor attraction!
360 Play now open in Farnborough
Mums & Dads will love this too!
Aviation and motor-sport museum!
Lots of family activities, hands-on-discovery centre. Much more to see than you can imagine. Tea room and gift shop.
Have a great day out here with your kids.
Small museum in Riverside setting with good collection of historical items. Regular events.
A great small attraction!
Experience the fascinating journey from an Exmoor stream to the Atlantic Ocean.
Over 75 native species, public fish feeds, Deep reef. Fun for all, whatever the weather! Shop, cafe with sheltered outside area.
It houses one of the finest craft collections in the country.
Brighton
Lots of regular hands-on events and activities in one of the most family friendly and accessible museums in the south east with an unusual Indian gateway in its grounds.
Another days out idea for kids in Inverness!
Inverness-shire
Explore our lively "Man in the Landscape" exhibition and our Discovery Centre, both on the ground floor and much more. Gift shop.
Mainly underground
Isle of Lewis
It contains an exhibition giving an idea of what life was like in the broch.
0Explore the Blue Reef Aquarium and see a range of aquatic life!
Tyne & Wear
Marine Life - Over 30 living displays feature amazing aquatic life including tropical sharks octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas.
Keep active at Easton Leisure Centre
Fun for all the family!
Amazing indoor interactive venue for families offering roller skating, soft play & a high quality Bistro in Bury St Edmunds
Kids activities during School holidays
Countryside and lakeside walks
Ornamental gardens at Berrington Hall (National Trust) which offers a great day out, a historic house and attraction for children.
Local stories bringing local history to life
Come Rain or Shine!
A fun packed indoor centre in Stevenage, open 360 days a year
Hertfordshire
Discover the secrets of Canterbury Cathedral
A great day out for families, nature and history lovers, and outdoor adventurers.
Check this place out!
A great day out with the kids.
West Lothian
Family-friendly Club including Tenpin Bowling, Kids Parties, Quiz Parties, Kids Golf Tuition, Kids Fitness Classes and Swimming Pool.
Animal Encounters at Ferry Farm
PLUS LOTS FOR KIDS!
The world's largest collection of British cars!
Kids will love this attraction!
Family fun down on the farm, come rain or shine! Meet the animals, daily pony rides, train rides & lots of indoor & outdoor play.
The museum tells the story of childhood in the Highlands
Ross and Cromarty
Learn about childhood amongst hardworking crofters and townsfolk, where money and luxuries were scarce and life followed the rhythm of the seasons.
Take a qick look here!
Main pool, learner pool and a toddler pool available!
Ross & Cromarty
The leisure features, including flume, steam room, mushroom pump, bubble seat, water canons and spa pool and disabled lift make it fun and relaxing too.
Get really hands-on here!
Edward Booth's collection is a fascinating – and quirky – celebration of natural history. Hands-on natural history in the interactive Discovery gallery.
The collections dating from 1600
The collections dating from 1600 are displayed in a fine timber-framed building located in the most ancient part of Cambridge.
Everyone loves Beartrix!
Beatrix Potter! in Dunkeld
The 'Beatrix Potter' exhibition explores the history and heritage of her work, using interactive activities for children!
Kirkcudbrightshire
Fine private collections of gemstones, crystals, minerals, rocks and fossils in Great Britain.
Imaginations come to life!
Satffordshire
Pan for gold at Geevor Tin Mine.
See how tin mining took place. Walk through narrow tunnels with a guide who brings to life the conditions of the miners.
Try this today!
Bedfordshire
360 Play is the one stop family entertainment venue for creative, active, stimulating fun, come rain or shine.
The extraordinary playground where it all happens!
Following the trail of Sirius the dog!
Discover how astronomers and musicians William and Caroline Herschel lived in Georgian times, and what wonders they discovered!
Chester's family friendly museum.
All weather attraction
Indoor farm themed soft play and outdoor Beach adventure playzone at Bury Lane
Leisure Pool with lots going on.
As well as providing facilities for swimming it houses an ice rink, bowling hall, two sports halls, squash courts, a sauna/solarium suite and more!
Kids Welcome - see more!
Heated swimming pools and tennis courts.
Swimming and tennis lessons for children, aerobic classes specifically for 5 to 16 year olds.
Fun for all at Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Midlothian
Non stop fun!
Non-Stop Fun!
