⭐ 4.6
Ice & Roller Skating
Penistone Leisure Centre
Thurlstone Road · Penistone
This Thurlstone Road leisure hub offers skating sessions, complimentary bicycle loans and fitness facilities, plus holiday programmes to keep families active throughout the year in fully accessible surroundings.
⭐ 4.4
Farm Parks
PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm
PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm · Penkridge
This fully accessible countryside farm near Penkridge offers hands-on animal encounters and tractor adventures, perfect for families with young children exploring rural life during school breaks.
Beaches & Coastline
Penmaenmawr Beach
Beach Road · Penmaenmawr
This expansive sandy stretch along North Wales' coastline invites families to enjoy traditional seaside fun, with wheelchair access and space for picnics by the waves.
⭐ 4.8
Adventure Golf
Foxy's Adventure Golf
Penrith Golf Hub · Penrith
Navigate a themed mini golf course at this Penrith venue where families can enjoy a fun round together, though note that access with pushchairs or wheelchairs is limited across some sections.
⭐ 4.8
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Greystoke and District Outdoor Pool
Church Road, Greystoke · Penrith
Take a refreshing dip at this open-air swimming facility in the heart of Greystoke village, complete with onsite parking, toilet facilities and snacks available to purchase during your visit.
⭐ 4.7
Farm Parks
Abbott Lodge
Clifton, near · Penrith
This working dairy farm delights families with 30+ homemade Jersey ice cream flavours, plus indoor and outdoor play areas, an onsite restaurant, and full accessibility features.
⭐ 4.7
Parks & Play Areas
Aira Force
Watermillock · Penrith
Experience the Lake District's spectacular 70-foot cascade plunging through ancient woodland near Penrith, with scenic trails perfect for family picnics and adventure.
⭐ 4.7
Horse Riding
Happy Hooves Riding Centre
The Coach House, Skirsgill Lane · Penrith
Experience the countryside on horseback with lessons suitable for every skill level, plus pony experience days and beautiful trail rides through Penrith's scenic landscapes at this welcoming equestrian centre.
⭐ 4.7
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Shap Swimming Pool
Croft Road, Shap · Penrith
This outdoor pool in the Lake District village of Shap offers refreshing swims with snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited and accessibility is restricted.
⭐ 4.6
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Askham Outdoor Swimming Pools
Askham · Penrith
Take a refreshing dip at this open-air lido where families can enjoy outdoor swimming fun, with picnic facilities and snacks available to keep everyone energised throughout the day.
⭐ 4.3
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Lazonby Swimming Pool
Lazonby · Penrith
Take a refreshing dip at this charming village lido where families can pack their own picnic for a budget-friendly outdoor swimming adventure in the Eden Valley countryside.
⭐ 4.3
Castles & Palaces
Lowther Castle & Gardens
Lowther · Penrith
Explore this majestic ruined castle set within 130 acres of stunning gardens and woodland, perfect for family picnics, adventure play and discovering Cumbrian heritage.
⭐ 4.0
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Penrith Leisure Centre
Southend Road · Penrith
Active families can enjoy swimming and fitness facilities at this Southend Road venue, which welcomes picnics alongside its onsite restaurant and snack options.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Crafty Monkeys
3 Corney Square · Penrith
Let your little ones unleash their creativity at this hands-on pottery studio where kids can paint ceramics and create adorable keepsake prints of tiny hands, feet or even pet paws.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Rheged Indoor Play
Redhills, 31 · Penrith
This exciting Penrith activity centre keeps children entertained whatever the weather, featuring a Roman-themed fort, thrilling oversized slide and sheltered play zones, plus wheelchair access and dining facilities.
Beaches & Coastline
Porthleven Beach
S W Coast Path · Penrose
Explore three miles of golden Cornish sands perfect for family adventures and beach games. Wheelchair accessible with space to spread out your picnic blanket and enjoy a full day by the sea.
⭐ 5.0
Adventure & Activity Centres
Via Ferrata Cornwall
Via Ferrata Cornwall, Goodygrane Activity Centre, Halvasso · Penryn
Scale Cornish cliffs and soar across zip lines at this action-packed activity centre offering rock climbing, kayaking and adrenaline-fuelled adventures for thrill-seeking families.
⭐ 4.3
Indoor Soft Play
Raze the Roof Indoor Play Centre
30a Parkengue, Kernick Road Industrial Est · Penryn
Let the kids burn off energy at this accessible soft play venue featuring climbing frames, slides and activity zones, plus an onsite restaurant and convenient facilities including free parking and baby changing areas.
⭐ 3.4
Short Breaks & Holidays
Camp Wilderness at Penshurst Place
Penshurst Place · Penshurst
Experience outdoor adventure and family camping in the stunning grounds of this historic Kent estate, with dining options available on-site throughout your stay.
Beaches & Coastline
Pentewan Beach
The Harbour · Pentewan
This sheltered Cornish harbour beach offers soft sand and gentle waters ideal for young children to paddle and build sandcastles, with wheelchair access and space for family picnics.
Beaches & Coastline
Red Wharf Bay
Lon Y Traeth · Pentraeth
This expansive North Wales coastline offers year-round space for children and dogs to enjoy endless golden sands, with wheelchair access and room for family picnics by the sea.
⭐ 4.9
Adventure & Activity Centres
Escape Rooms Cornwall
The basement 44 New Street · Penzance
Test your family's teamwork and problem-solving skills in this thrilling basement venue where you'll race against the clock to crack codes and solve puzzles before time runs out.
Beaches & Coastline
Porthcurno Beach
Penzance Tourist Information, Station Road · Penzance
This stunning Cornish cove combines golden sands with cultural attractions including an open-air clifftop theatre and fascinating subterranean telegraph museum, plus parking and dining facilities.
⭐ 4.8
Horse Riding
Cornwall Swimming Horses
At The Peep Out, Long Rock · Penzance
Take your family on an unforgettable seaside adventure riding horses through the waves at this unique Penzance attraction, where you can experience the thrill of swimming with these majestic animals.
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