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Family days out in Barnsley

12 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Barnsley

Cannon Hall Farm

Barnsley

Cannon Hall Farm

★ 4.7 (9,931)

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.

Elsecar Heritage Centre

Barnsley

Elsecar Heritage Centre

★ 4.5 (5,810)

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.

Locke Park

Barnsley

Locke Park

★ 4.6 (3,101)

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.

Calypso Cove Waterpark

Barnsley

Calypso Cove Waterpark

★ 4.3 (4,102)

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.

Wentworth Castle Gardens

Barnsley

Wentworth Castle Gardens

★ 4.6 (2,076)

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.

RSPB Old Moor

Barnsley

RSPB Old Moor

★ 4.6 (1,806)

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.

Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park

Barnsley

Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park

★ 4.6 (901)

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.

Playmania

Barnsley

Playmania

★ 4.5 (717)

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.

Cannon Hall Museum, Park And Gardens

Barnsley

Cannon Hall Museum, Park And Gardens

★ 4.8 (453)

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.

Wacky Warehouse - Chestnut Tree

Barnsley

Wacky Warehouse - Chestnut Tree

★ 4.8 (403)

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.

Cooper Gallery

Barnsley

Cooper Gallery

★ 4.6 (379)

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.

Experience Barnsley

Barnsley

Experience Barnsley

★ 4.6 (335)

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.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Barnsley?+

We list 12 in Barnsley. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Barnsley are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Cannon Hall Farm (4.7/5, 9,931 reviews), Elsecar Heritage Centre (4.5/5, 5,810 reviews) and Locke Park (4.6/5, 3,101 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.

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