Things to Do in Barnsley
21 attractions and days out
Ten Pin Bowling Alleys
Barnsley Bowl
Strike up family fun at this welcoming bowling venue on Carlton Road, featuring lanes for all ages plus an onsite restaurant, picnic-friendly spaces, and full accessibility including baby changing facilities.
Swimming Pools and Leisure Centres
Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex
This lively Barnsley venue combines an exciting Calypso Cove waterpark with ten-pin bowling and additional activities, offering wheelchair access and baby-changing facilities for families.
Treasure Hunts
Barnsley Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Embark on an action-packed family adventure through Barnsley's streets, solving clues and completing challenges to thwart a dastardly villain's wicked scheme as secret agents.
Water Parks
Calypso Cove Waterpark
Splash into family fun at this exciting indoor waterpark featuring Britain's speediest flume ride, lazy rivers, interactive wave pools and a dedicated shallow zone for little ones to paddle safely.
Children's Farms
Cannon Hall Farm
Meet adorable sheep, piglets and other farmyard friends at this Barnsley attraction, complete with exciting outdoor play zones and full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.
Museums and Art Galleries
Cannon Hall Museum, Park And Gardens
This historic country estate in Cawthorne combines museum exhibits with beautiful landscaped grounds, offering families a day out with onsite dining and facilities including baby changing areas.
Food and Drink
Chocolate Experiences with JJA Snack
Discover the art of chocolate-making at this hands-on workshop where families can craft their own sweet treats and learn confectionery skills in a fun, interactive setting.
Museums and Art Galleries
Cooper Gallery
This Church Street art gallery offers families an accessible visit with baby changing facilities and nearby parking, though wheelchair users should note limited access throughout the venue.
Museums and Art Galleries
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Step back in time at this fascinating heritage site where families can explore craft workshops, browse exhibitions and enjoy scenic train rides, all set within Barnsley's historic industrial landscape.
Museums and Art Galleries
Experience Barnsley
Discover Barnsley's heritage at this welcoming Town Hall museum offering family-friendly exhibits, accessible facilities, onsite dining, and convenient parking in the heart of Church Street.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Fun Factory - The Meadows Brewers Fayre
This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue at Meadow Gate offers active indoor entertainment for children, with convenient onsite parking and snacks available to purchase during your visit.
Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes
Les Cadeaux
Paint your own pottery masterpiece at this creative ceramic café on Church Street, featuring an onsite restaurant and baby changing facilities for family-friendly crafting sessions.
Parks and Playgrounds
Locke Park
A welcoming green space on Park Road perfect for family picnics, featuring convenient parking, toilets, and an onsite restaurant where you can grab refreshments while the children explore and play.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Playmania
A vibrant Barnsley soft play centre where little ones can bounce and explore, featuring pushchair-friendly zones, baby changing rooms and accessible facilities for wheelchair users.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Playzone Barnsley
Young visitors can burn energy at this Meadow Street soft play venue featuring an onsite restaurant, though families should note limited facilities including no baby changing or wheelchair access.
National Parks
RSPB Old Moor
Discover wildlife wonders at this welcoming Barnsley wetland reserve, where families can spot birds from accessible trails, enjoy picnics and refuel at the onsite restaurant.
Trampoline Parks
Soar Trampoline Park
Bounce into action at this exciting trampoline venue where families can flip, leap and play together across dedicated zones. Facilities include wheelchair access, parking, dining options and baby changing areas.
Activity Centres
Wacky Warehouse - Chestnut Tree
Let the kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre while you relax with refreshments from the onsite restaurant, complete with parking and family-friendly facilities including baby changing.
Castles and Palaces
Wentworth Castle Gardens
Explore magnificent historic gardens with stunning landscapes perfect for family picnics, featuring onsite dining, convenient facilities and parking, though note the terrain isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Children's Farms
Wigfield Farm
Get up close to farmyard favourites at this authentic working farm in Barnsley, where little ones can meet friendly animals and enjoy hands-on feeding experiences in a welcoming countryside setting.
Museums and Art Galleries
Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park
Step back in time at this historic working mill set within scenic countryside, featuring milling demonstrations and nature trails. An onsite restaurant provides refreshments during your visit.
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