Things to Do in Blackburn

⭐ 4.5

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.

⭐ 5.0

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.

⭐ 4.1

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.

⭐ 4.2

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.

⭐ 4.0

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.

⭐ 4.2

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.

⭐ 4.8

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.

⭐ 4.8

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.

⭐ 4.9 3.7 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.7

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.

⭐ 4.7 4.2 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.2 4.4 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.7 4.5 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.6 4.8 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.0 4.9 mi away

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.