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Things to Do in Barrow Upon Trent

20 attractions and days out

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Moorways Sports Village and Water Park ⭐ 4.1 2.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Moorways Sports Village and Water Park

Dive into family fun at this fully accessible Derby venue featuring thrilling water slides and excellent sports facilities, with complete wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

Foremark - National Trust ⭐ 4.8 2.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Foremark - National Trust

This accessible National Trust parkland near Derby combines scenic reservoir walks with adventure playgrounds and watersports, welcoming families with pushchairs, dogs off-lead, and full wheelchair access.

Tenpin & Sector 7 Derby ⭐ 4.2 2.9 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin & Sector 7 Derby

Experience cosmic-themed bowling across 26 lanes plus thrilling laser quest battles with aliens at this Foresters Leisure Park entertainment venue, complete with onsite dining and parking.

Staunton Harold Reservoir ⭐ 4.2 3.1 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Staunton Harold Reservoir

Nestled in the National Forest, this scenic reservoir offers families a perfect blend of activities, with picnic areas, accessible facilities, and snacks available for a memorable day out.

Mercia Marina Willington ⭐ 4.5 3.2 mi away

Landmarks & Monuments

Mercia Marina Willington

This expansive waterside destination spans 74 acres of scenic countryside where families can dine at the restaurant, explore the grounds or enjoy their own picnic by the marina.

Calke Abbey - National Trust ⭐ 4.7 3.8 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Calke Abbey - National Trust

Step into a grand country estate frozen in time, where you can roam vast parklands and woodland trails spanning 600 acres before exploring the baroque mansion's intriguing interiors.

Alter Rock Indoor Climbing and Activity Centre ⭐ 4.7 3.8 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Alter Rock Indoor Climbing and Activity Centre

Scale exciting walls for all abilities at this Derby climbing venue housed in a converted church, featuring cave exploration for little ones, an onsite restaurant and accessible facilities.

CLARY MEADOWS ALPACAS ⭐ 5.0 4.3 mi away

Petting Farms & Zoos

CLARY MEADOWS ALPACAS

Meet and interact with friendly alpacas in their meadow home, where wheelchair users can explore accessible areas and families can enjoy picnics in this charming rural setting.

Elvaston Castle ⭐ 4.6 4.4 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Elvaston Castle

This magnificent Derbyshire estate welcomes families to wander through elegant historic grounds, spot wildlife in peaceful parkland, and enjoy refreshments at the onsite café after your adventure.

Oxygen Activeplay Derby ⭐ 4.3 4.5 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Oxygen Activeplay Derby

Launch into aerial adventures at this Pride Park trampoline centre featuring basketball zones and foam pit landings across its massive interconnected bounce arena.

Hollywood Bowl Derby ⭐ 4.3 4.6 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Derby

Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Level 3 of The Derbian, featuring multiple lanes, exciting arcade entertainment, and tasty food options including burgers and snacks.

Showcase Cinema de Lux Derby ⭐ 4.4 4.6 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cinema de Lux Derby

Catch the newest family films in comfort at this modern multiplex cinema located in Derby's Intu shopping centre, complete with snacks and wheelchair access.

Showcase Derby Foresters Park ⭐ 4.4 4.6 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Derby Foresters Park

Catch the newest blockbusters on the big screen at this modern cinema complex offering accessible facilities, onsite parking and snack options for the whole family.

Tubby Bears Playzone ⭐ 3.9 4.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Tubby Bears Playzone

Derby's indoor play centre features a three-storey climbing frame for energetic kids plus a separate zone for toddlers, with an onsite restaurant serving food and snacks.

Derby Museum and Art Gallery ⭐ 4.6 4.8 mi away

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Derby Museum and Art Gallery

Explore ancient Egyptian artefacts and hands-on archaeology exhibits at this fascinating museum in Derby's city centre, offering family-friendly galleries plus accessible facilities and an onsite café.

Derby Computer Museum ⭐ 5.0 4.9 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Derby Computer Museum

Step into the digital age at this fascinating collection of vintage computing technology on Derby's historic Iron Gate, where families can explore the evolution of computers across the decades.

The Escape Room Guys ⭐ 4.9 4.9 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

The Escape Room Guys

Test your family's puzzle-solving skills at this Derby-based escape room venue, where you'll work together against the clock to crack codes and uncover clues in immersive themed challenges.

Pickford's House ⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Pickford's House

Step back in time at this hands-on Georgian townhouse museum where children can explore period rooms, perform with toy theatres and try on historical costumes for an entertaining journey into the past.

Pumpkin picking at Mr Pumpkin ⭐ 4.8 4.9 mi away

Farm Parks

Pumpkin picking at Mr Pumpkin

Head to Lime Farm for seasonal pumpkin picking fun where families can choose their perfect pumpkin straight from the patch. A rustic autumn adventure ideal for creating special memories with the kids.

Paint a Pot Craft Studio ⭐ 4.9 5 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Paint a Pot Craft Studio

Unleash your creativity at this welcoming ceramic café where visitors of all ages can design and decorate their own pottery pieces, with snacks available and full baby changing facilities on-site.

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