Woods, meadows and ponds all make the Country Park a special place for people and wildlife. Also known as Little Switzerland, it is the home of Hessle Mill and the Chalk Walk. Read more…

Large children’s play park in Anlaby, West Hull Read more…

Near to the Park entry opposite the Central London Mosque is this varied and interesting playground, with slides, swings and climbing frames, and some ropes and suspended rope ladders for daredevil children to climbing. There is a toilet block, with baby changing facilities, and it Read more…

Dunorlan is a special place where everyone can enjoy a richly varied Victorian garden, meadows and wildlife, as well as the amenities of a modern park. Dunorlan Park is spacious and elegant with wild grassy slopes and magnificent views across the lake to the Weald. Read more…

Dog friendly beach with cafe and toilets. Pay and display car park right next to beach access. Read more…

Home for the national collection of arms and armour that features five theme-galleries: War, Tournament, Self-Defense, Hunting, and arms and armour of the Orient. Read more…

Popular park for families and dog walkers Read more…

Museum about the East End in canalside warehouses which housed Barnardo’s largest ragged school for poor children. The museum includes a reconstructed Victorian classroom, along with information on housing, education and work in the East End from the 1880s to 1900. Regularly changing programme of Read more…

Highlights include the popular Dinosaurs gallery, Mammals with its unforgettable model blue whale and the spectacular Central Hall, home to the Museum’s iconic Diplodocus skeleton. Don’t miss the state-of-the-art Cocoon where, on a self-guided tour, you can see hundreds of fascinating specimens and look into Read more…

There’s plenty to see, do and discover on your visit and a safe and enjoyable experience is our top priority. One-way routes are in place to ensure social distancing and hand sanitisers are available to use throughout the museum. We are asking visitors to book Read more…

Hull Paragon Interchange combines the Hull rail and bus station. If you’re in town, why not take the kids to the station where they can watch the trains coming in and out or, for a small fare, catch the train for a ride to Cottingham Read more…

The British Museum was the first national public museum in the world. From the beginning it granted free admission to all ‘studious and curious persons’. Visitor numbers have grown from around 5,000 a year in the eighteenth century to nearly 6 million today. Read more…

Located just by Millenium Square, Mandela Gardens is a peaceful retreat in the busy city centre. The garden commemorates the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. Read more…

A small park in Central Leeds, surrounded by stately Georgian buildings, with flower bushes, lawns & benches. You’ll find it at the bottom of the Headrow, a stone’s throw from Leeds Town Hall. Read more…

Make discovering history fun by using interactive displays, visiting our interactive centre, having a ride on a simulator and participating in our special holiday activities. See a great 4D film – more than you can imagine! Read more…

Free attraction – A wonderful family friendly museum with eye dazzling displays Wow, wow, wow one of the finest Museums for Kids in the world and a free attraction in London not to be missed. Read more…

When Tate first opened its doors to the public in 1897 it had just one site, displaying a small collection of British artworks. Today we have four major sites and the national collection of British art from 1500 to the present day and international modern Read more…

Big Ben is probably the world’s most famous clock. That iconic silhouette is instantly recognisable and is one of the most Instagrammed landmarks on the planet. Six monarchs and 41 prime ministers have come and gone since the bells first struck their now familiar music Read more…

Buckets and spades at the ready… welcome to seven miles of award-winning beaches! Nestled beneath a magnificent cliff line, the bay enjoys its own micro-climate, some of the warmest sea temperatures in the UK and stunning views of the Isle of Wight and the Purbecks. Read more…

Brabyns Park is Marple’s largest park and was once an estate attached to Brabyns Hall. It’s bordered by the river Goyt and the Peak Forest Canal, and consists of parkland, woodland, riverside walks and playing fields. The park is home to a Georgian Iron Bridge, Read more…

Enjoy a fun walk or cycle around the perimeter of Blickling Park, near Aylsham, Norfolk. This multi-use trail is ideal for all-weather use with a hard surface, and takes you through woods and open land. Visit the Tower, Great Wood and Mausoleum as you explore. Read more…

This donkey refuge is world famous for rescued donkeys. Fall in love with a donkey and perhaps adopt one! A great day out for animal lovers. Read more…

Medium sized play area with good range of equipment suitable for all ages, and a football pitch. Set in a large green space, to the east side of Beverley. Read more…

Large enclosed community play area with an excellent range of equipment suitable for toddlers, juniors and older children. There is also a large playing field next to the park. Read more…

Small play area with a small range of equipment, suitable for toddler and juniors. Read more…

This moderate walk explores Corfe Common, a sandstone ridge south of the picturesque village of Corfe Castle. Look out for signs of the human activity that shaped this interesting archaeological landscape over thousands of years, and enjoy the wide range of wildlife which now makes Read more…

This walk starts from the stables lawn and takes you along Home Farm lane, through parkland and past the Heathcoat Cricket club. It then winds back up parallel to the drive in the vast parkland in front of the house itself. Read more…

njoy a peaceful walk around the lakes at Stowe, looking at beautiful temples, spotting wildlife and enjoying views as you walk along. A varied and interesting family-friendly walk. Recently upgraded paths through the wooded area allow pushchair and wheelchair access, and children will love exploring Read more…

Small enclosed park on grassy area, with nice range of equipment suitable for toddlers. Read more…

Large sized play area and field located on Woodhall Way near Molescroft pavillion. Recommended for all ages. Read more…

Walk through historic parkland, along an oak-fringed creek and over a timber framed bridge to reach the promontory fort and 18th-century quay at Roundwood. You’ll find wonderful views, historic landscape and wildlife galore. Read more…

Standing on the summit of Cothelstone Hill on the southern edge of the Quantocks, the circle of beech trees known as the Seven Sisters is thought to mark the outline of a prehistoric platform cairn. Further fascinating remnants of the hill’s long history of human Read more…

Oughtonhead is a beautiful nature reserve with the River Oughton running through it and is managed by the Herts Wildlife Trust. It is teeming with wildlife. There’s no official walking trail, just lots of criss-crossing paths through farmland and woodland. If you’re visiting in the Read more…

Start from the museum end of the car park, picking up the riverside trail and following a wide loop of the River Arun to reach the wetland centre (paid entry), home to glow worms, bee orchids, bats, warblers and rare blue ducks. Bear left, away Read more…

Small playground located behind Wylies Road (corner of North Bar Within). Play Equipment recommended age group – toddlers & juniors. Read more…

Small enclosed play area in the middle of Brough, nice range of equipment, suitable for toddlers. Read more…

Medium sized enclosed play area with lots of equipment, suitable for toddler and juniors. Located near Elloughton Village Hall. Read more…

Nice enclosed play area with a few pieces of equipment, suitable for toddlers. Located in a fairly large playing field behind a housing estate in Cottingham, access from The Garth, which comes off Link Road. Read more…

Rushmere Country Park is a large 400 acre area of woodland and heathland. There are lots of walking and cycling trails but our favourite is the sculpture trail which is an easy, all-access walk with fairy doors carved into trees and a giant chair. This Read more…

Lydstep Cliffs in Pembrokeshire are a sight to behold and a lovely short circular walk. There is plenty of greenery, home to various wildlife, including butterflies and all sorts of birds. You may even spot a dolphin or two in the water. If you park Read more…

Formed from 80 million-year-old chalk, White Horse Hill is a natural playground dotted with ancient sites and steeped in mythology. In summer, its chalk grassland is alive with butterflies, bees and wildflowers. From the car park, walk diagonally uphill, crossing a road to reach the Read more…

Coombe Hill is a National Trust managed site and is one of the best National Trust walks for kids. It offers an easy 1 mile walk through chalky grassland and woodland near the Prime Ministers’ country estate, Chequers. The views out across the Buckinghamshire countryside Read more…

Playing fields and playground located next to Cottingham Pavilion. Recommended age group – toddlers and juniors. Read more…

Large park, with an enclosed dog free section. Large range of equipment suitable for toddlers, juniors and youths. Also large grassy/wooded area good for running about. Public toilets located just outside the park. Read more…

Nice little park located on the road from Wetwang to Malton. Good set of equipment for kids to play on and a lot of green space to explore. Also a cafe and toilets, so a great little stop off. Across the road is the Yorkshire Read more…

This four miler around the picturesque Loweswater lake is a lovely walk that’s perfect for children. There is plenty of room to run around so they probably won’t even notice the distance. There are loads of trees to climb and you could even try a Read more…

This walk follows the waymarked Adventurers’ Trail at Wicken Fen, the National Trust’s oldest nature reserve. Covering 809 hectares (2,000 acres) of grass and wetland, the reserve is home to more than 9,000 species. Herds of Konik ponies and hairy Highland cattle graze on the Read more…

The picturesque journey between St Ives and Carbis Bay in Cornwall is one of the best walks in Cornwall for kids. The walk is 1.5 miles long and covers a section of the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route all the way around the Read more…

Large park with a good selection of play equipment for all ages, including a wooden climbing frame , some retro roundabouts and a giant slide. Also an outdoor gym for the older kids. Occasionally you’ll find a fish and chip van in the car park! Read more…

A stony beach that forms part of Lepe Country Park, situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Views across to the Isle of Wight and excellent coastal walks featuring pine-fringed cliffs, D-day remains and wild flower meadows. The main swimming area is a short Read more…

The sandy bay here stretches for about 150 metres and is backed by a wide promenade which winds around the coast all the way to Louisa Bay. There are beach huts, nearby cafes and toilets. It is also dog friendly all year around with no Read more…

The Box Hill stepping stones are an iconic landmark in Surrey and this delightful walk uses them to provide a fun way to cross the river. There are also plenty of lovely views over Surrey to take in. This walk is around two miles long, Read more…

This walk is nearly seven miles, so it might be worth taking a picnic to break it up into two sections so little legs don’t get too tired. As well as being a little lengthier, there are also some steep sections, so might not be Read more…

The skate plaza is the most amazing skate park in the country and is located on Chell Street, Stoke-on-Trent. It is a free, outdoor park that cost £500,000 to build and is absolutely huge. This park was designed to replicate the street environment in which Read more…

Large park with trails, grassy areas & a playground, plus athletic fields, a skatepark & splash pad. Read more…

This free park is situated in Hyde Park on Woodhouse Moor just outside Leeds city center by the main University campus. The park is concrete and well designed with brilliant thought having gone into the overall flow of the ramps. It is nearly always busy Read more…

Concrete Waves is possibly the UK’s best skatepark. It consists of four separate areas: a retro-style pool, expansive street run, stair set and an internationally significant bowl. The park is therefore geared for all abilities and disciplines, including professional-level. The park is built with safety Read more…

The Science Museum is world-renowned for its awe-inspiring collections, family activities and exhibitions including the all-new Launchpad gallery! View stunning science films at the IMAX theatre. Everchanging colections help bring science to life for all ages. Experience astonishing science in this spectacular museum through a Read more…

The People’s History Museum is the only national museum dedicated to the lives of ordinary people. There have always been ideas worth fighting for. Join a march through time at the People’s History Museum following the development of democracy in Britain over two centuries. With Read more…

Come rain or shine there’s lots to see and do See amazing film and photographs, listen to moving personal stories, encounter rare and quirky objects and add your own memories of Bristol through the interactive displays. From prehistoric times to the present day, M Shed Read more…

The Bristol Museum is a great place for school trips in Bristol. There are an outstanding and diverse range of objects, from sea dinosaurs to magnificent art. Natural history gallery contains examples of aquatic habitats in the south west of England. Shop. This is a Read more…

Great Day out for families! & FREE Wonering what to see in York then for a fantastic free day out attraction with the kids visit the National Railway Museum. We have lots of things to see and do including historic trains, the bullet train, with Read more…

Amazing Horse Sanctuary! If you love donkeys, then this is the place for you! Redwings Caldecott, near Great Yarmouth, offers visitors the chance to get up close and cuddly with 120 rescued horses, ponies and mules, including a herd of 30 lovable donkeys.The centre is Read more…

Same City. Another World. Leeds City Museum is a fantastic free museum in the heart of Leeds. Visitors can discover our four floors of interactive and exciting galleries, from Ancient Egypt to modern day Leeds. Our family-friendly museum has six galleries to explore including a Read more…

Great family friendly country park with lots of things to do! A great family country park near Milton Keynes with lots going on for everyone including walks, biking, picnics and a cafe in a large area of ancient woodland, lakes, meadows and heath. Dog friendly. Read more…

Great Day out for families! & FREE Wonering what to see in York then for a fantastic free day out attraction with the kids visit the National Railway Museum. We have lots of things to see and do including historic trains, the bullet train, with Read more…

Head for the Museum of Childhood in Scotland The Museum of Childhood in Edibugh has a place in the hearts of millions. The first museum in the world dedicated to the history of childhood, it displays toys and games from across the generations. A great Read more…

Filled with fun exhibitions, 3 cinemas inc. IMAX (charges apply) and galleries! The National Media Museum in Bradford, Yorkshire is a FREE fun day out attraction for the whole family devoted to film, photos, TV, radio & the web. Restaurant, Cafe. Explore the exciting world Read more…

Large sized play area next to Haltemprice Leisure Centre, worth a special visit, has lots of decent equipment. Recommended age group – toddler, junior and youth. Also King George V Skate Park across the other side of the carpark, which has three spined mini ramps Read more…

A nice green space within Kingswood with labyrinth, pond, wooden carved animals, all pram, bike friendly. You can access Foredyke Green on foot from both sides between Kesteven Way and Bude Road (arriving by car the postcode is HU7 3EJ). There is a small layby Read more…

East Hull Community Farm is a real working farm and open to the public. If you are lucky you may get to see lambs being born in the Springtime or Sheep sheared in June. The farm is set in almost 7 acres of land, most Read more…

Free art gallery in Hull city centre. Explore a magnificent collection of paintings and sculptures, plus there is a regular program of temporary exhibitions and events. Includes a very good children’s area to play in and get creative and a good child friendly cafe (Cafe Read more…

Hull’s largest park, there’s something for everyone – you can take a stroll around 130 acres of parkland, brave a ride on our splash boat, take a trip on the swan and rowing boats, visit our animal education centre, ride the land train (weekends only) Read more…

Hull Marina is a beautiful place to visit, not only are there hundreds of boats to see, if you’re lucky you might see the opening of the lock gates as the boats come and go. It’s a lovely area for a stroll near the Humber Read more…

Ross Back Sands is a glorious expanse of unspoilt beach, generally deserted because access to it is on foot rather than by car. To get to the beach, park your car at Ross Farm and then follow the road on foot past the farm buildings Read more…

Walberswick was formerly a small trading port before its harbour silted up. Long adopted as a bohemian retreat by artists like Philip Wilson Steer and Charles Rennie Mackintosh, the former fishing village has long-since morphed into a enclave for media-types. These days it is popular Read more…

Although this ancient hut settlement is managed by English Heritage, the sense of private discovery is overwhelming. To get here, it’s an easy walk from Chapel Carn Brea car park north-east over Tredinney Common past a very natural, gurgling holy well that marks the site Read more…

Standing a short walk along the beach from the Victorian resort of Hunstanton (‘Sunny Hunny’) are the magnificent banded cliffs of Old Hunstanton. The cliffs, which are comprised of layers of rusty ginger sandstone (‘carrstone’), red limestone (‘red chalk’) topped with chalk, are framed by Read more…

Lakes of any size are very thin on the ground in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Sunbiggin Tarn’s rarity makes it popular with wildlife and visiting humans alike. Interesting birds can be seen here all year around but this place’s greatest claim to fame is Read more…

Six miles north of High Wycombe, Yoesden has changed little since medieval times. Descending from ‘beech hanger’ woods, its sun-soaked chalk grassland provides a haven for less common flora and fauna. In late June, it’s a pink and purple picture with chalk fragrant, pyramidal and Read more…

Grey Mare’s Tail is a 60-metre hanging valley waterfall near to Moffat in southern Scotland. The fall is produced by the Tail Burn flowing from Loch Skeen cascading into the Moffat Water in the lower valley below. The surrounding area forms the Grey Mare’s Tail Read more…

The port of Birkenhead on Wirral was a town of firsts in the 19th century, including being home to the world’s first publicly funded park. But Birkenhead Park, a naturalistic 100 acres of meadows, fields, gardens, woodland, lakes and structures, has another boast. It inspired Read more…

Skipton Castle Woodland is 36-acres with a nice 3k circular walk with clear maps at the entrance to the woods. Not only does this make it a great walk with kids, dogs on leashes are allowed as well. There are great views of Skipton Castle Read more…

For the Strid Wood Walk it’s best to park at the Riverside car park next to the river Wharfe and close to the Cavendish Pavilion. Post code BD23 6AN. The walk through Strid Wood is pram and wheelchair friendly and follows a quieter path along Read more…

The Welly Walk is not pram or wheelchair friendly. We love to get muddy, climb, crawl, swing, and hop our way through the ‘deep dark woods’ on the Bolton Abbey Welly Walk. It’s a great way to sneak in a ‘child-friendly walk’ without the kid’s Read more…

Parking: On street at the foot of Heber’s Ghyll Heber’s Ghyll waterfall is surrounded by woodland. There are tonnes of bridges to trip-trap over (keep away from those trolls underneath…. Just saying….) and if that’s not enough, there are 10 dinosaurs attached to the trees Read more…

Standing above the entrance to the River Tyne, Arbeia South Shields’ Roman Fort guarded the main sea route to Hadrian’s Wall. It was a key garrison and military supply base to other forts along the Wall and is an important part of the history of Read more…

BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art creates and produces exhibitions, activities and opportunities that explore understanding of the world through diverse contemporary art by artists from across the world. Located on Gateshead quayside, we have 2,600 square metres of exhibition space dedicated to the art and Read more…

Just one mile from city centre, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh offers visitors peace and tranquillity amongst 72 acres of stunning scenery. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is one of the finest botanic gardens in the world. A pleasure for all the family, the Garden Read more…

The excellent location makes the playground a welcome pit-stop for visitors with small children on their way to Buckingham Palace and Changing of the Guard. The park is well integrated with the rest of the park. It is also gated, which makes it easier to Read more…

Coram’s Fields is a children’s only park and playground and is open all year round for children under 16 years old. Our charity also provides valuable services for all young people, both from the local community as well as for those visiting the area. The Read more…