Things to Do in Basildon

⭐ 4.4

Adventure Golf

Mulligans Basildon

Experience two brilliant mini-golf courses themed around funfairs and arcades at this family-friendly venue complete with restaurant, full facilities and wheelchair access at Festival Park.

⭐ 4.0

Adventure & Activity Centres

Basildon Gymnastics Centre

Young acrobats can tumble and flip their way to fitness at this professional gymnastics facility, where structured classes help children develop strength and coordination. The fully accessible venue welcomes families with pushchairs and babies.

⭐ 4.3

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Basildon

Catch the latest blockbusters and children's films at this modern multiplex cinema within Festival Leisure Park, offering wheelchair access, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly viewing areas.

⭐ 4.2

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Basildon

Strike up some family fun at this modern ten-pin bowling venue on Festival Leisure Park, complete with an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and lanes suitable for all ages and abilities.

⭐ 4.5

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Basildon

Speed around the multi-level indoor circuit at this thrilling karting venue where drivers aged 8+ can experience high-octane racing action on a challenging track suitable for families and groups.

⭐ 4.2

Indoor Soft Play

Monkey Madness Play Centre

Let your little ones burn off energy at this Essex indoor playground featuring multiple levels of climbing frames, ball pools, slides and a safe zone for the youngest visitors, plus baby changing facilities.

⭐ 4.5

Parks & Play Areas

Wat Tyler Country Park

Explore 125 acres of diverse wildlife habitats and woodland trails perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair access, onsite dining, and plenty of parking at this Basildon nature haven.

⭐ 4.1 2.2 mi away

Farm Parks

Barleylands Farm Park

This award-winning Billericay farm park offers hands-on animal encounters and creative activities for families, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout plus on-site refreshments.

⭐ 4.6 4.1 mi away

Sports Facilities

Legacy XS Centre

An accessible sports facility in Richmond Park offering active fun for families, with an onsite restaurant, parking and wheelchair access throughout, though note there are no baby changing rooms available.

⭐ 4.7 4.4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Downham Hall

This wheelchair-accessible park offers onsite dining and facilities for families, with parking and toilets provided, though visitors should note picnics aren't permitted and baby changing isn't available.

⭐ 4.9 4.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The Cater Museum

Located on High Street, this compact museum offers refreshments and dining onsite, though visitors should note limited accessibility and facilities before planning their visit.

⭐ 4.8 4.7 mi away

Railways & Transport

Barnards Miniature Railway

Take a scenic miniature train journey through West Horndon's countryside and explore charming woodland paths perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure with picnic-friendly facilities.

⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Thurrock Thameside Nature Park

Discover wildlife and waterside walks along the Thames Estuary at this accessible nature reserve, complete with children's playground, picnic spots and an onsite restaurant.