Things to Do in Barnstaple

⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon

Discover the fascinating heritage of North Devon through engaging displays at this family-friendly museum in the heart of Barnstaple, complete with accessible facilities and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.5

National Parks & Reserves

Rock Park

Energetic youngsters can test their skateboarding skills, explore exciting play equipment and tackle an outdoor fitness trail at this action-packed Barnstaple recreation space.

⭐ 4.0

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Tarka Leisure Centre

Dive into family fun at this Barnstaple leisure facility featuring multiple pools including a full-size swimming area and dedicated learner zone, plus springboard for budding divers and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 3.9

Bowling Alleys

Lets Go!

Strike up family fun with ten-pin bowling and roller skating under one roof, plus food, drinks and a sports bar to keep everyone entertained.

🎟️Indoor Soft Play

Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre

Indoor Soft Play

Funderzone Indoor Soft Play Centre

Let little ones climb, explore and burn energy across multi-storey play frames packed with tunnels, slides and ball pits, plus an onsite café for refreshments when they need a break.

⭐ 5.0 2.8 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

North Devon Falconry

Experience thrilling close encounters with magnificent birds of prey at this intimate North Devon attraction where expert handlers showcase the beauty and power of falcons, hawks and owls in flight.

⭐ 4.7

Parks & Play Areas

Marwood Hill Gardens

Explore 20 acres of stunning botanical gardens near Barnstaple featuring rare plants, lakes and woodland walks, plus an onsite restaurant for family refreshments after your outdoor adventure.

⭐ 4.8

Water Parks & Splash Pools

Monster Slip and Slide - North Devon

Experience exhilarating outdoor water fun on giant inflatable slides set against Devon's beautiful countryside. Perfect for active families seeking wet and wild summer adventures starting from £12.

⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Quay Indoor Softplay

Children can burn off energy in this Velator play centre while parents unwind in the onsite restaurant, with parking, accessible facilities and baby changing all provided for family convenience.