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PYO & Farm Park
Where: Lotmead Farm
About: Lotmead is a family friendly activity farm just outside Swindon well known for its fabulous ‘pick your own’ berries through the summer, as well as an animal enclosure and exciting play area. Open Easter - Halloween, There's a small charge to enter the farm Park and play area (book online) But It is free to enter the PYO area, just pay for what you pick. From October, families can pick their own pumpkins in a dedicated area of the farm, and the best Christmas trees in town are available from Late November!
Address: Off Wanborough Road, Wanborough, Swindon, SN4 0SN
Telephone: 01793 790137
Ice Skating
Where: Link Centre
About: Who doesn't love a bit of frozen fun? Whether you're aiming to become a top skating star or just fancy skating for fun, the Link Centre is one of the "coolest" places in Swindon to take the kids. Penguin Skating Aids are available for children who need some extra support.
Address: Whitehill Way, Swindon, SN5 7DN
Telephone: 01793 445566
Bowling
Where: Hollywood Bowl
About: With 22 top-quality lanes ready for action, Hollywood Bowl Swindon is the perfect place for an unforgettable bowling experience!
With incredible deals on delicious food and refreshing drinks, along with top-quality bowling lanes, Hollywood Bowl Swindon offers the ultimate entertainment experience for all ages.
Address: Unit 15 Greenbridge Retail & Leisure Park, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3SQ
Telephone: 0844 826 3024
On the Farm Party Bus
About: On the Farm Party Bus is a double-decker soft play bus with slides, a fireman’s pole, a giant ball pit, and spinning rollers. A marquee extends the play area for under-5s, featuring trikes, inflatables, and seating for parents.
They offer open "stay and play" sessions (no booking needed) and private parties for up to 20 children (pre-booking required). The nearby farm shop serves delicious food, coffee, and cake.
Suitable for kids up to 10, with parental assistance recommended for under-3s.
Price: Play sessions are priced at £4 per child (for those over the age of 1).
Contact: Via Facebook Message
Adventure Point
Where: Shaw Ridge
About: Adventure Point in Shaw Ridge is a great place to visit if you're looking for brilliant child-friendly activities. They have a variety of activities like laser quest, an escape room, and a crazy golf course.
It's a great place to bring your little ones for a fun day out!
Address: Shaw Ridge, Whitehill Way, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7DN
Telephone: 01793 758 758
Watersports
Where: Cotswold Canoe Hire
About: It can be hard to find things to keep your kids entertained, but Cotswold Canoe Hire provide the ultimate adventure that every child will love.
They'll have tons of fun on their famous FLAMINGOS & SWAN pedaolo’s, stand up paddleboards, open Canadian canoes to touring kayaks and also kayaks from the expansive fleet of craft.
There is an endless list of activities that your little ones will adore, so hurry and get booking!
Please note: An adult has to be present to accompany the children when hiring out any of their activities.
Address: Park End Wharfe, Lechlade-On-Thames, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3AQ
Telephone: 01367 252303
Safari Park
Where: Longleat
About: Visiting Longleat Safari Park with kids promises an unforgettable adventure that combines wildlife exploration and family fun.
As you drive through the magnificent safari, excitement builds as majestic lions, towering giraffes, and playful monkeys roam freely around your vehicle, allowing your children to witness these incredible creatures up close.
The safari experience sparks awe and curiosity, providing an educational opportunity as well as entertainment. Beyond the safari, the park offers a range of activities that captivate young minds, from enchanting boat rides to the captivating Hedge Maze, where children can navigate their way through twists and turns.
The Adventure Castle offers a perfect blend of history and play, allowing kids to engage in imaginative role-playing while exploring the past.
Address: Longleat Safari Park, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW
Telephone: 01985 844400
Play in the Park
Where: Lydiard Park
About: Lydiard Park in Swindon is a fantastic destination for kids' activities. This expansive park offers a diverse range of options for young adventurers, making it an ideal location for families. Children can run, play, and explore to their heart's content in the park's vast green spaces, while the picturesque lake provides a serene setting for duck feeding and wildlife observation.
The playgrounds are well-equipped and thoughtfully designed, catering to various age groups. Additionally, Lydiard House and its beautiful walled garden provide a unique opportunity for kids to discover history and nature simultaneously.
Address: Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon, SN5 3PA
Telephone: 01793 466664
Play Barn
Where: Located within Cobbs Farm Shop, Bath Road, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0SP
About: Only a 30 minute drive away from Swindon, Cobbs Play Barn is the ultimate place for your little ones to have fun. It's a great budget-friendly day out that suits any kind of weather.
Their bespoke wooden indoor Play Barn has all the fun and excitement of an outdoor play area and it allows you to have fun even when the weather isn't playing ball. With two levels to discover and explore in their unique play area children can really let their imagination run wild.
Once they've had a little play around the barn you can stop off at their wonderful café for a bite to eat.
Address: Located within Cobbs Farm Shop, Bath Road, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0SP
Telephone: 01488 686770
Kelmscott Manor
About: Kelmscott Manor was the inspirational country home of William Morris; poet, designer, craftsman, socialist and founding father of the Arts and Crafts movement. During the season Kelmscott Manor hosts several Family Activity Days including embroidery, drawing, miniature books and other crafts. There are house & garden trails for children aged 5 to 9 as well as an activity table in the attic with jigsaws and other puzzles.
Address: Kelmscott, Lechlade, GL7 3HJ
Telephone: 01367 252486
Museum Trip
Where: STEAM, Lydiard House Museum, Kelmscott Manor
About:
STEAM Museum
If you're looking for a first class day out, look no further! Packed with fascinating exhibitions and displays, a day at STEAM is guaranteed to excite parents and children alike. Journey around the Museum and follow the story of the men and women that helped to build and operate the GWR.
Address: Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon, SN2 2EY
Telephone: 01793 466646
Lydiard House Museum
Wander through the elegant State Rooms, where ornate plasterwork and original family furnishings are on display alongside portraits and photographs of the St John family, who lived here from Elizabethan times.
Address: Lydiard House Museum, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 3PA
Telephone: 01793 465270
Kelmscott Manor
An enchanting place within walking distance of the Thames Path, during open seasons Kelmscott Manor offers a lot to visitors both young and old.
Address: Kelmscott, Lechlade, GL7 3HJ
Telephone: 01367 252486
Outdoor Activities
Where: South Cerney Outdoor
About: Kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing and paddle boarding are just some of South Cerney Outdoor's fantastic family friendly options. With dedicated instructors on hand to ensure that you get the most from your experience, it really is as simple as paying and playing.
Address: Lake 12, South Cerney, GL7 5TL
Telephone: 01285 860388
The Farm
Where: Roves Farm
About: If you're looking for things to do with the kids in Swindon, Roves Farm is a great choice for a family day out come rain or shine! With a full daily programme of events including feeding the animals, tractor rides, children's crafts, an indoor play barn, outdoor adventure play areas, den building and activity walks – we're sure the kids will have a blast!
Address: Sevenhampton, Swindon, SN6 7QG
Telephone: 01793 763939
Football Academy
Where: Wims Football Academy
About: Wims 11 is a local football academy in Swindon providing various soccer programmes for all ages, genders and abilities. Wims11 Football Academy Swindon has a unique style of coaching with its emphasis being on learning, health & wellbeing, lifestyle and most importantly fun. So if your little one is a football fanatic then why not try this academy this Half Term.
Address: Various
Telephone: 07467 142594
Outdoor Play
Where: Croft Sports Centre, Haydon Centre & Delta Tennis
About: Sometimes it's good to get the kids away from their devices and outside in the fresh air! We know this can be a difficult task trying to entice them to play outside, but with Better's outdoor facilities your kids can have so much fun joining in on array of outdoor activities, such as: tennis, squash and football. Plus, if the weather isn't playing ball, then they can keep off their devices and play some basketball and badminton indoors.
Trampolining
Where: Better Trampoline Parkl
About: The Link Centre's Better Trampoline Park is home to a variety of exciting features designed to test your skills - so every time you visit there will be something new to try! You and your kids will have tons of fun flying across the main jump arena, diving in to the foam pits, and competing to see who can land the smoothest dunk!
Address: Link Centre, Whitehill Way, Westlea, Swindon SN5 7DL
Telephone: 01793 877323
Swimming
Where: Link Centre
About: The Link Centre's 25m deck level pool caters for a wide range of local swimmers and clubs. You can learn to swim for fitness, join their water workout class or swim school lessons which take place throughout the week and are available for all ages.
Food: The Link Centre have a delicious cafe upstairs with plenty of seating area for parents to watch their children swimming whilst enjoying a cup of coffee. Also, allows your kids to finish swimming and enjoy a little sweet treat.
Address: Whitehill Way, Westlea, Swindon SN5 7DL
Telephone: 01793 877323
Fun Rating: 5/5
Where: Oasis Leisure Centre, Health Hydro, David Lloyd & Dorcan Recreation Centre
About: These fantastic centres offer an enormous array of sports and activities as well as fantastic swimming facilities. It's the perfect place to take your little ones so that they have a splashtastic day!
Fun Rating: 5/5
Soft Play Centre
Where: Link Centre
About: Searching for something to do to keep your little ones entertained? Better Swindon have a fantastic indoor soft play area that your kids will love. It has multi-layered climbing frames, colourful ball pits and elaborate mazes.
Their soft play areas are certain to keep babies, toddlers and kids active and entertained.
Address: Link Centre, West Swindon District Centre, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7DL
Telephone: 01793 445566