Things to Do in Avon Beach
14 attractions and days out
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Beaches & Coastline
Mudeford Quay
Enjoy sunny seaside fun at this Dorset golden sandy beach where four-legged friends are welcome to join your family picnic, with convenient parking and wheelchair access available.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex
This fully accessible leisure facility welcomes families with excellent pushchair access throughout, baby changing rooms, and wheelchair-friendly facilities including adapted toilets.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
The Clay Studio
Unleash your family's creativity at this hands-on pottery haven where you can mould bubble clay sculptures and decorate ceramics to cherish forever, with onsite dining and baby facilities available.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Red House Museum and Gardens
Step back in time at this historic waterside museum in Christchurch, where fascinating exhibits and peaceful gardens await exploration. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds, with convenient parking and facilities nearby.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Christchurch Treasure Hunt Trail
Solve puzzles and discover landmarks on this interactive trail through Christchurch, perfect for families seeking an engaging outdoor adventure together. Starting from the High Street, this wheelchair-accessible activity combines sightseeing with brain-teasing challenges.
Beaches & Coastline
Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve
This stunning coastal reserve combines a sandy south-facing beach with 162 acres of diverse natural habitats including woodland and meadows, perfect for family picnics and nature walks.
Beaches & Coastline
Highcliffe Beach
This Devon seaside spot offers safe summer swimming with lifeguards on duty, plus accessible facilities, parking and picnic-friendly shores that welcome families with children of all ages.
Indoor Soft Play
Monkey Madness Christchurch
Let your children climb, slide and explore at this action-packed soft play centre featuring a multi-level frame, ball pools, tunnels and zip line, plus an onsite café for refuelling hungry adventurers.
Adventure Golf
Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf
Putt your way through a prehistoric themed adventure course featuring dinosaurs and exciting obstacles at this family-friendly Bournemouth venue with full facilities including restaurant and accessibility options.
Museums & Galleries
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
Rev up your family day out at this fascinating motorcycle collection near New Forest, where gleaming vintage bikes span racing history in wheelchair-accessible displays with onsite parking.
Parks & Play Areas
Kids Play Cafe - New Milton
A welcoming indoor play venue with soft play areas and climbing equipment, featuring an onsite café serving meals and refreshments while little ones burn off energy in a safe environment.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
BH Live Active
Bournemouth's Littledown Centre offers families everything from swimming and fitness facilities to adventure high ropes, all set within 47 acres of beautiful parkland perfect for outdoor fun.
Railways & Transport
Littledown Miniature Railway
Take a scenic ride aboard authentic narrow gauge steam locomotives on an elevated track through Bournemouth's Littledown Park, with refreshments and picnic areas available for a complete family day out.
Indoor Soft Play
BCP Leisure, Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre
This community leisure centre welcomes families with pushchairs and offers baby changing facilities, though wheelchair access is limited to certain areas only.
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