Things to Do in Capel St Mary

⭐ 4.6 0.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Farmer John’s Maize Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Family-friendly farm adventure at Boydland Farm featuring seasonal maize maze and pumpkin patch, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout plus baby changing facilities on site.

⭐ 4.7 3.1 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Flatford - National Trust

Step into Constable Country at this picturesque riverside hamlet, home to Britain's pioneering field study centre and stunning valley landscapes perfect for family walks and nature discovery.

⭐ 4.5 3.3 mi away

Farm Parks

Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park

Meet farmyard favourites including pigs, sheep, ponies and donkeys at this family-friendly wildlife park, complete with restaurant facilities and picnic-friendly grounds.

⭐ 4.4 4.1 mi away

Watersports

Alton Watersports Centre

Experience aquatic adventure on Holbrook Road with kayaking, windsurfing and stand-up paddleboarding for all the family, plus scenic waterside trails and an onsite restaurant to refuel afterwards.

⭐ 4.3 4.1 mi away

Water Parks & Splash Pools

Alton Aqua Park

This inflatable water obstacle course offers bouncing, climbing and splashing fun for active families, though accessibility is limited and facilities for very young children are not available.

⭐ 4.4 4.3 mi away

Skiing & Snowboarding

Suffolk Ski Centre

Hit the slopes near Ipswich with sessions for little ones under 7, plus thrilling Ringo rides and toboggan fun. Picnics welcome, or grab a bite at the onsite restaurant after your snowy adventure.

⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Chantry Park

A green space off London Road offering playground fun and onsite dining, with parking and toilets available, though families should note the lack of wheelchair access and baby changing rooms.

⭐ 4.4 5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Craft Nurseries Play Barn Soft Play

This welcoming indoor play venue on Harwich Road features soft play areas suitable for babies and young families, with pushchair access throughout, baby changing facilities and dedicated breastfeeding rooms.

⭐ 4.3 5.3 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

Anglia Indoor Kart Racing

Experience the excitement of competitive indoor karting at this Sproughton venue, where families can enjoy fast-paced racing action and even bring along their own refreshments.

⭐ 4.3 5.6 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Ipswich

Catch the latest blockbusters at this family-welcoming cinema featuring special parent-and-baby screenings, accessible facilities, and refreshment options including the freedom to bring your own snacks.

⭐ 3.8 5.6 mi away

Inflatable & Bounce Parks

Inflata Nation Ipswich

This bouncy indoor adventure park at Cardinal Park offers inflatable fun for energetic families, with baby changing and breastfeeding facilities available for those with little ones.

⭐ 5.0 5.8 mi away

Birthday Party Venues

Gaming party van

Book this mobile gaming vehicle that brings video game fun directly to your celebration venue in Ipswich, perfect for entertaining older children at birthday parties with the latest console experiences.

⭐ 4.6 5.8 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Empire Cinema Ipswich

Catch the latest blockbuster releases at this modern multiplex cinema in Buttermarket Shopping Centre, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks for families to enjoy.

⭐ 4.0 5.8 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Superbowl UK Ipswich

Strike up family fun at this Buttermarket venue combining traditional ten-pin bowling lanes with an exciting ninja obstacle course, arcade zone and soft play area, plus onsite dining.

⭐ 4.5 5.9 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Hunt Fun Ipswich

Explore Ipswich on an engaging detective trail that challenges families to crack codes and solve puzzles together while discovering the town's highlights on this accessible walking adventure.

⭐ 4.7 5.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Ipswich Museum

Discover natural history treasures and fascinating exhibits at this accessible High Street museum, complete with visitor facilities including snacks, baby changing areas and wheelchair access throughout.

🎟️Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Wild Raspberry Ceramic Cafe ⭐ 3.4 5.9 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Wild Raspberry Ceramic Cafe

Unleash your family's artistic flair by decorating pottery, textiles and jewellery at this welcoming ceramic café near Ipswich, complete with accessible facilities and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.1 6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Crown Pools

Splash into fun at this Ipswich leisure centre where kids can ride waves, zoom down slides and play in fountains while parents relax on the beach area. Fully accessible with snacks on site.

⭐ 4.6 6 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

Holywells Park

Explore this historic Ipswich parkland featuring children's play zones, a splash pool for summer fun, and scenic nature walks that reveal local wildlife and the area's fascinating past.

⭐ 4.7 6.2 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Christchurch Mansion

Step inside this historic Tudor mansion set in parkland to discover fascinating art collections and period room displays. Family-friendly with refreshments available and picnic areas welcome.

⭐ 4.7 6.2 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Christchurch Park

This Green Flag park in Ipswich offers families tennis courts, a bowling green, kids' playground and an onsite restaurant, all set within beautiful grounds perfect for active days out.

⭐ 4.3 6.6 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump In by AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Ipswich

Located at Anglia Retail Park, this energetic venue offers trampolines and climbing activities perfect for families with children of all ages. Wheelchair accessible with baby-changing rooms and dining available on-site.

⭐ 4.8 6.7 mi away

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Glass and Craft

Unleash your family's creativity at this hands-on craft haven in Kersey Mill, where children can design glass masterpieces, stuff their own cuddly bears and explore colourful decopatch projects.

⭐ 4.8 6.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Ipswich Transport Museum

Step back in time at this fascinating museum showcasing historic vehicles from trolleybuses to vintage cars, all housed in Ipswich's original trolleybus depot with family-friendly facilities throughout.

⭐ 4.8 7.3 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Clip 'n Climb Ipswich

Scale colourful climbing walls and tackle exciting vertical challenges at this action-packed indoor venue, complete with onsite dining and facilities for all the family.

🎟️Indoor Soft Play

Partyman World Ipswich 7.9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Partyman World Ipswich

Let youngsters burn off energy at this vibrant indoor play venue featuring ball pools, face painting and more exciting activities. With accessible facilities, onsite parking and a café serving food, it's ideal for families.

⭐ 4.6 8.2 mi away

Farm Parks

Hollow Trees

Explore the Farm Trail at this countryside attraction where little ones can get up close to friendly farm animals including llamas, goats, pigs and poultry, with picnic areas and a restaurant onsite.

⭐ 4.8 8.4 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Blue Owl

Let little ones paint pottery and design jewellery at this creative studio where all the artistic fun happens without making a mess at home. Parties available, plus snacks and family facilities onsite.

⭐ 4.2 8.4 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Colchester

Strike up family fun at this Colchester bowling venue offering ten-pin action for all ages, complete with baby changing facilities and special assistance available for guests with accessibility needs.

⭐ 4.7 8.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

High Woods Country Park

This accessible country park welcomes families with picnic areas, walking trails and an onsite restaurant, plus full facilities including baby changing and parking for a perfect day outdoors.

⭐ 4.7 9.3 mi away

Farm Parks

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm

Get up close to heritage livestock breeds at this welcoming farm where little ones can interact with cattle, pigs, woolly sheep and gentle alpacas in a fully accessible setting.

⭐ 3.7 9.5 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Colchester Leisure World

Make a splash at this action-packed leisure centre featuring thrilling water flumes, a wave machine and lazy river, plus onsite parking and dining facilities for a complete family day out.

⭐ 4.1 9.5 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Colchester

Strike up some family fun at this Cowdray Avenue bowling venue featuring lanes for all ages, an onsite restaurant, and full wheelchair access with convenient parking available.

⭐ 4.4 9.5 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Colchester

Bounce into action at this expansive trampoline park featuring 90+ interconnected trampolines, dodgeball courts and basketball zones—perfect for energetic family fun with pushchair access and baby facilities.

⭐ 3.9 9.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Go Bananas Indoor Soft Play Centre

Let your little ones swing into action at this exciting monkey-themed play centre featuring three floors of climbing fun, plus snacks, baby facilities and onsite parking at the Cowdray Centre.

⭐ 5.0 9.8 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Urban Xtreme

This fully accessible activity centre welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, offering special assistance to ensure everyone can enjoy the action-packed facilities.

⭐ 4.3 9.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Hollytrees Museum

Step into this charming High Street museum where families can explore local heritage together, with wheelchair access, onsite dining and nearby parking making it an easy day out for all ages.

⭐ 4.5 9.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Colchester Castle Museum

Journey through two millennia of history at this impressive Norman keep in Castle Park, where interactive galleries bring ancient Colchester's dramatic story to life for all ages.

⭐ 4.2 9.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Natural History Museum Colchester

Explore fascinating specimens including Ice Age mammoths that once roamed locally, plus enjoy family facilities like a restaurant, picnic areas and full accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.