Things to Do in Ashington

🎟️Museums & Galleries

Woodhorn Museum ⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Woodhorn Museum

Step back in time at this former colliery in Ashington, where historic pit buildings house fascinating displays exploring the region's coal mining heritage and local community life.

⭐ 5.0

Indoor Soft Play

Little Learners Playspace Ashington

A soft play venue on Milburn Road offering indoor activities for young children in a supervised environment. Note that toilet facilities are not available on-site, so plan your visit accordingly.

⭐ 4.4 1.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Newbiggin Maritime Centre

Discover Newbiggin's seafaring heritage at this accessible maritime museum on Church Point, featuring exhibitions that bring the town's coastal history to life with onsite parking and facilities.

🎟️Beaches & Coastline

Cresswell Beach 3.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Cresswell Beach

This expansive Northumberland sandy stretch offers wonderful seaside adventures for young children, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own family picnic by the waves.

⭐ 5.0 4.1 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Space to Play Bedlington

An indoor soft play venue on Barrington Industrial Estate featuring climbing frames and activities for energetic youngsters, with an onsite restaurant providing refreshments for families.

⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Ridley Park

This Blyth green space offers cycling trails through scenic grounds, peaceful woodland paths, and pretty gardens perfect for family picnics, with onsite dining and full accessibility facilities.

⭐ 4.7 5.6 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Carlisle Park

This Morpeth town park offers children's play equipment, a skatepark and summer paddling pool, plus picnic spots and an on-site café for family days out.

⭐ 4.5 5.6 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Blyth Beach

This West Sussex sandy shore offers ideal conditions for building castles and splashing in the shallows, with wheelchair access and parking available for visiting families.

⭐ 4.5 6.1 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Airbox Bounce

This lively trampoline park welcomes bouncing enthusiasts of all ages for energetic fun and fitness. With full facilities including onsite dining, accessible amenities and parking, it's ideal for active family days out.

🎟️Farm Parks

Whitehouse Farm Centre ⭐ 4.7 7.1 mi away

Farm Parks

Whitehouse Farm Centre

Northumberland's biggest family-owned farm welcomes visitors to meet and feed friendly animals, enjoy tractor rides and explore outdoor play areas. Fully accessible throughout for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.2 7.1 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Concordia Leisure Centre

Dive into aquatic adventures and let little ones burn energy in the extensive soft play area at this Cramlington leisure facility offering swimming and indoor activities for families.

⭐ 4.4 7.1 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Cramlington

This nine-screen cinema at Manor Walks shows the latest blockbusters and children's movies in a family-friendly venue with refreshments, baby-change facilities and full wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.8 7.2 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Seaton Sluice Beach

Enjoy sandy shores and seaside fun at this welcoming Northumberland beach where dogs are welcome and wheelchair access is available, plus there's convenient onsite parking for family days out.

⭐ 3.8 7.5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Druridge Bay Country Park

Explore sweeping coastal sands stretching over three miles alongside diverse habitats including dunes, forests and meadowland teeming with local wildlife at this scenic Northumberland park.

⭐ 4.5 7.5 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Northumberlandia

This striking land sculpture shaped like a reclining female figure invites visitors to explore pathways across her monumental form, with wheelchair access, parking and dining facilities available.

⭐ 4.6 8.2 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Whitley Bay South Beach

This popular Tyne and Wear seaside spot offers convenient parking, toilets and onsite dining options, though families should note there are no baby changing rooms or picnic areas allowed.

⭐ 4.6 8.2 mi away

Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

Tynemouth Aquarium

Explore 40 fascinating marine displays featuring black tip reef sharks, loggerhead turtles and tropical fish at this accessible coastal aquarium with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

⭐ 4.6 8.2 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Tynemouth Treasure Trail

Follow the clues around this engaging outdoor adventure that takes families on a fun-filled quest through Tynemouth, solving puzzles and discovering hidden gems along the way.

⭐ 4.6 8.5 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Northumberland Zoo

Meet incredible creatures from around the globe at this accessible wildlife park housing diverse species, with engaging animal encounters and conservation programmes perfect for families with young children.

⭐ 4.7 8.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

St Marys Lighthouse

This historic coastal lighthouse offers scenic island walks and panoramic views when the tide permits access, with onsite parking and a restaurant making it perfect for family day trips.

⭐ 4.8 8.9 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

Hauxley Nature Reserve

This coastal wildlife haven near Low Hauxley offers excellent birdwatching opportunities with an onsite restaurant for refreshments. Parking and toilets provided, though access may prove challenging for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

⭐ 4.5 9.6 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Whitley Bay Treehouse

Children can climb, slide and explore this indoor soft play haven while grown-ups enjoy refreshments from the onsite restaurant, with baby facilities and nearby parking available.

⭐ 4.3 9.8 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Castle Mania Indoor Adventure Play

Kids can burn off energy at this Coquet Enterprise Park play centre featuring climbing frames, slides and activity zones. Baby changing and snacks available on-site.

⭐ 4.3 9.9 mi away

Arcades & Gaming

Retro Bay Cafe

Step back in time at this welcoming gaming venue on Eastbourne Gardens, where classic arcade machines meet modern café culture. Fully accessible with refreshments available, it's perfect for all ages.

⭐ 4.0 9.9 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Waves Leisure Centre

Splash into adventure at this Whitley Bay aquatic centre featuring thrilling water slides, a pirate ship, wave pool and dedicated zones for little ones, plus onsite refreshments.