Things to Do in Botley

⭐ 4.5 0.8 mi away

Farm Parks

Manor Farm and Country Park

Step back in time to discover heritage buildings and working equipment, then wander through beautiful woodland trails at this accessible Southampton country park with farmyard animals and picnic areas.

⭐ 1.5 0.9 mi away

Live Events & Concerts

Hive Family Festival

An inclusive family-friendly festival at Fairthorne Manor featuring full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, with baby changing facilities available for visitors with young children.

⭐ 4.2 1.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Play Shack

Let little ones burn off energy at this Hedge End soft play venue featuring climbing frames and slides, plus an onsite café serving Costa coffee and snacks for parents.

⭐ 4.4 1.5 mi away

Watersports

QE2 Activity Centre

Located at Manor Farm Country Park, this water sports centre welcomes families for aquatic adventures with picnic areas and snacks on-site, though facilities are limited.

⭐ 4.7 2.2 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The Brickworks Museum

Explore Southampton's industrial heritage at this family-friendly museum with wheelchair access, onsite dining and full facilities including baby changing—perfect for an educational day out.

⭐ 4.5 2.4 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Whiteley

This nine-screen multiplex at Whiteley Shopping Centre showcases current blockbusters with special junior showings, plus wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks available to purchase.

⭐ 4.5 2.4 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Rock Up Whiteley

Scale exciting walls and tackle climbing challenges at this family-friendly indoor centre in Whiteley, with fully accessible facilities including baby changing and wheelchair-friendly areas.

⭐ 4.3 2.8 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Ninja Warrior UK Southampton

Test your family's agility and strength at this action-packed obstacle course centre featuring challenging ninja-style activities, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel after your adventure.

⭐ 4.1 3.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Jumpin Jax Soft Play and Party

Southampton's energetic indoor activity centre delivers endless fun for youngsters with exciting play zones, refreshments on-site, and baby changing rooms for little ones.

⭐ 4.5 3.5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Itchen Valley Country Park

This award-winning 440-acre country park offers scenic walking trails, woodland habitats and meadows to discover, with a restaurant, parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout.

⭐ 4.6 3.5 mi away

Petting Farms & Zoos

Hensting Alpaca Walking Experience

Stroll through the Hampshire countryside alongside gentle alpacas at this hands-on walking experience in Otterbourne, perfect for families seeking a memorable animal encounter with parking and facilities onsite.

⭐ 4.7 3.6 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Southampton

Challenge your family to an adventure through the treetops at this exciting high ropes course in Itchen Valley Country Park, complete with thrilling zip wire finish. Perfect for active kids seeking aerial excitement.

🎟️Trails & Treasure Hunts

Hamble Spy Mission Treasure Trail 3.6 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Hamble Spy Mission Treasure Trail

Race against the clock to spot clues and solve puzzles along High Street in this thrilling spy-themed treasure hunt perfect for adventurous families with older children.

🎟️Adventure & Activity Centres

Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre ⭐ 4.6 4.5 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre

Get the whole family active at this Swaythling adventure hub offering climbing walls and canoeing on the River Itchen, complete with parking, wheelchair access and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Railways & Transport

Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway

Take the family for a nostalgic steam train journey through scenic Lakeside Country Park, with special Thomas the Tank Engine events held throughout the year that little ones will love.

⭐ 4.6 4.8 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Southampton

Experience thrilling indoor go-karting action with sessions designed for everyone aged nine and above, from competitive racing to fun family drives at this Barton Park venue.

⭐ 4.1 4.8 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Eastleigh

Catch the newest film releases at this modern multiplex cinema in the Swan Centre, offering family-friendly screenings with full accessibility and dining options available.

⭐ 4.1 4.8 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Eastleigh

Strike up some family fun at this Swan Centre bowling venue, where lanes await players of all ages and abilities, plus an onsite restaurant keeps everyone fuelled between frames.

⭐ 4.5 4.8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Lakeside Country Park

This peaceful Eastleigh retreat features a scenic lake teeming with waterfowl, plus picnic areas, an on-site café and family facilities including baby changing rooms and free parking.

⭐ 4.4 4.9 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Marwell Zoo

Experience close encounters with exotic wildlife from giraffes to tigers at this Winchester zoo, featuring interactive keeper talks and five play areas—fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.3 4.9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Adventure Barn

Young explorers will love climbing through this three-storey play structure featuring interconnected tunnels, wobbly bridges and exciting slides, plus there's an onsite café to refuel hungry adventurers.

⭐ 4.7 4.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Blackbrook Park Play Area

This expansive Fareham parkland offers adventure playground equipment suitable for children of various ages, alongside a sports court, with onsite parking and picnic-friendly grounds.

⭐ 4.7 4.9 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Portsmouth

Explore Portsmouth's fascinating maritime heritage at this accessible Historic Dockyard attraction where families can enjoy picnics, grab snacks, and discover the city's naval history together.

⭐ 4.7 4.9 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Local Haunts Portsmouth

Embark on a spine-tingling guided tour through Portsmouth's dark history, starting from Gallery Zero One in Southsea—perfect for brave families seeking ghostly tales and local legends.