Things to Do in Blackburn With Darwen
17 attractions and days out
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Swimming & Leisure Centres
Splash at Riverside
This Lower Darwen leisure centre offers swimming facilities with onsite parking and a restaurant serving meals and snacks, though accessibility options are limited.
Indoor Soft Play
Blackburn Dart Zone
Experience action-packed foam dart battles for all ages at this thrilling indoor arena where families can engage in exciting Nerf-style combat games together, with snacks and parking available onsite.
Ice & Roller Skating
Planet Ice Blackburn
Glide across the rink at this Waterside ice skating venue offering sessions for all ages, from parent-and-toddler mornings to lively disco skates, plus onsite dining and full accessibility.
Indoor Soft Play
Funtazia Soft Play
Children can climb, bounce and explore through exciting play zones featuring interactive games, quad bikes and inflatables at this lively Blackburn venue with an onsite café and full facilities.
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Blackburn
Strike up some family excitement at this lively bowling venue where neon lights and pumping music create an energetic atmosphere alongside classic ten-pin lanes and onsite dining options.
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Blackburn
Catch the latest blockbusters at this 10-screen cinema in Peel Leisure Park, complete with onsite parking, snacks and wheelchair access for a comfortable family movie experience.
Climbing & Bouldering
Onyx Climbing Wall
Scale new heights at this fully accessible climbing facility that welcomes families with pushchairs and babies, featuring wheelchair-friendly areas and baby changing facilities for a comfortable visit.
Horse Riding
Earnsdale Farm Riding School
Located off Duddon Avenue, this riding school offers equestrian experiences for families, with onsite parking available though visitors should note limited facilities including no toilet access.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Go Ape Blackburn
Experience an exhilarating aerial adventure through the woodland canopy at Witton Country Park, featuring challenging rope courses and thrilling zip lines high among the trees.
Farm Parks
Only Foals and Horses Sanctuary
This welcoming Oswaldtwistle sanctuary offers families the chance to get up close with rescued horses while discovering their heartwarming tales, plus onsite dining and picnic-friendly grounds.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Junction4 Skatepark
This fully accessible skateboarding venue welcomes families with excellent facilities including onsite dining, baby changing rooms and convenient parking, making it perfect for an action-packed day out.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Oswaldtwistle Mills
This historic Accrington mill complex combines indoor and outdoor fun with mini golf courses, an aviary housing various bird species, children's play facilities and heritage exhibits—all with full accessibility and onsite parking.
Historic Houses & Gardens
Hoghton Tower
Step back in time at this historic Preston manor house where young adventurers can roam sprawling grounds and discover tales of times past, with refreshments available at the onsite restaurant.
Farm Parks
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park
Meet friendly farm animals and enjoy hands-on activities at this welcoming park near Hawkshaw Fold, complete with dining options, full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby facilities.
Historic Houses & Gardens
Samlesbury Hall
Step back seven centuries at this medieval manor house where historic rooms await discovery, then let children loose on outdoor farm animals and play areas perfect for active families.
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Accrington
Catch the latest blockbusters and family films at this modern cinema on Hyndburn Road, complete with onsite parking, snacks and full wheelchair access for convenient movie outings.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Space 2 Make
A fully accessible creative activity centre welcoming families with pushchairs and wheelchairs, featuring baby-changing facilities and assistance for visitors needing extra support.
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