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What to do on Father's Day

Celebrate Father's Day with one of these fun family activities that both dad and the kids are bound to love!

From thrill seeking and getting active outdoors to Sunday lunch and relaxing with a pint, there's loads of great ways to spoil your dad in Swindon this Father's Day.

Take a trip to the Cinema

Take a trip to the Cinema

Where: Empire Cinema

Cost: £7.95 +

About: You really can’t go wrong with a family trip to the cinema this Father's Day. So treat your old man to a tub of popcorn, a Tango Ice Blast and tickets to one of this summer's biggest blockbusters. 

TGtS Says: With box office smashes like Godzilla, X-Men Days of Future Past and 22 Jump Street all being screened down at your local megaplex, there's bound to be something that he fancies watching. For full cinema times and listings click here.

Address: Greenbridge, Drakes Way, Swindon, SN3 3SQ

Telephone: 08714 714714

Practice Your Swing

Practice Your Swing

Where: Broome Manor

Cost: £9.00 +

About: If you're looking for somewhere to play a couple of holes, Broome Manor has some of best practice facilities in Wiltshire; the course provides a challenge for all standards of golfer - from beginners right through to international-standard players.

TGtS Says: Pull out the plaid, dig out your visor and hit the fairways this Father's Day. Whether you choose to practise your putt or hit the driving range, the golf course is always a great place to spend some quality time with your dad.

Address: Broome Manor Golf Complex, Swindon, SN3 1RG

Telephone: 01793 495761

Go Rock Climbing

Go Rock Climbing

Where: Link Centre

Cost: £4.65 +

About: The Ridge at the Link Centre caters for all standards of climber. With over 120 climbs from novice routes on the moveable slab to advanced, real climbs on the main wall overhang, The Ridge has something for everyone. 

TGtS Says: If your dads a bit of a thrill seeker he's bound to love conquering The Link Centre's indoor rock face - remember there's nothing wrong with a bit healthy competition. 

Address: Whitehill Way, Swindon, SN5 7DN

Telephone: 01793 445566

Visit the Zoo

Visit the Zoo

Where: Cotswold Wildlife Park

Cost: £10.00 +

About: Every visit to Cotswold Wildlife Park is a unique and exciting experience. During your trip you'll be able to get eye-to-eye with Giraffes, walk with Lemurs and watch Rhinos and Zebras grazing on the lawns in front of the Gothic Manor House. 

TGtS Says: With over 260 different animal species in 160 acres of Stunning gardens and Parkland, Cotswold Wildlife Park makes for a fantastic, great value, day out for all the family.

Address: Bradwell Grove, Burford, Oxfordshire OX18 4JP

Telephone: 01993 823006

Hit the Lakes

Hit the Lakes

Where: South Cerney Outdoor

Cost: £20.00 +

About: Adrenalin pumping water sports on offer include kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing, plus more serene water borne pursuits such as sailing and stand-up paddling. Alternatively a guided canoe tour around the lake is the perfect way to enjoy some quality family time together. 

TGtS Says: If your Dad's considers himself a thrill seeker, there’s no better place to treat him this Father's Day than at South Cerney Outdoor.

Address: Lake 12, Spine Road, South Cerney, GL7 5TL 

Telephone: 01285 860388

Go For Lunch

Go For Lunch

Where: Various

Cost: £10.00 +

About: A trip to a restaurant might not always seem like the most imaginative of ideas but it's still an incredibly thoughtful gesture. Swindon has a range of superb restaurants, each offering a diverse array of cuisines.

TGtS Says: Colleys Lechlade and The Pear Tree at Purton are among the area's must-visit restaurants for a slap up family meal. While Italian restaurant Buca di Beppo is the perfect pit stop for mouth-watering pasta dishes, legendry pizzas and delicious puddings.

Hire A Boat

Hire A Boat

Where: The Trout Inn

Cost: £15.00 +

About: After setting sail from Lechlade's Trout Inn, leisurely navigate your choice of boat down one of most beautiful stretches of the river before returning to the pub for a couple of al fresco drinks on the river bank.

TGtS Says: Bobbing along the Thames is the perfect way to spend a relaxing Father's Day in the sun. A boat trip is a fantastic way for families to spend some quality time together and it's a great treat for dad too.

Address: Faringdon Road, Lechlade on Thames, GL7 3HA

Telephone: 01367 252313

Go Bowling

Go Bowling

Where: Tenpin

Cost: £5.25 +

About: Dads are never too old for a game of bowling! Priced from just £5.25 per game Tenpin is the perfect place for affordable family fun this Father's Day.

TGtS Says: Once you've finished your game, make sure to head over to Tenpin's fully licensed bar for a couple drinks and a bite to eat at their “Beach Road Café”. With plenty of arcade games available too, families can try their hand at air hockey and even shoot some pool.

Address: Shaw Ridge, Whitehill Way, Swindon, SN5 7DN

Telephone: 0871 222 3675

Visit Head 4 Heights

Visit Head 4 Heights

Where: Heads 4 Heights

Cost: £7.50 +

About: If your dad's the outdoorsy type, he'll love this next idea. Head 4 Heights activity centre in Cotswold Water Park features seven high adventure activities set from 8 to 16 metres above the ground.

TGtS Says: Dads and their families can tackle an exhilarating range of climbing, jumping and swinging activities, all in complete safety. Activities include the Totem-Pole Challenge, the Stairway to Heaven and the Leap of Faith. 

Address: Keynes Country Park, Cirencester, GL7 6DF

Telephone: 01285 770007

Go to the Pub

Go to the Pub

Where: Swindon

Cost: £2.50 + 

About: If all else fails treat your dad to a couple of pints in one of Swindon's best boozers.

TGtS Says: Whether you're looking for somewhere to enjoy a few al fresco drinks, a quiet pint or a couple of cocktails, TGtS is here to point you in the right direction. During the World Cup The Victory is our top recommendation for footie and a pint with dad. 

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