Things to Do in Christchurch

⭐ 4.7

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Clay Studio

Unleash your family's creativity at this hands-on pottery haven where you can mould bubble clay sculptures and decorate ceramics to cherish forever, with onsite dining and baby facilities available.

🎟️Adventure & Activity Centres

Red House Museum and Gardens ⭐ 4.7

Adventure & Activity Centres

Red House Museum and Gardens

Step back in time at this historic waterside museum in Christchurch, where fascinating exhibits and peaceful gardens await exploration. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds, with convenient parking and facilities nearby.

⭐ 4.1

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex

This fully accessible leisure facility welcomes families with excellent pushchair access throughout, baby changing rooms, and wheelchair-friendly facilities including adapted toilets.

🎟️Beaches & Coastline

Mudeford Quay

Beaches & Coastline

Mudeford Quay

Enjoy sunny seaside fun at this Dorset golden sandy beach where four-legged friends are welcome to join your family picnic, with convenient parking and wheelchair access available.

⭐ 4.4 2 mi away

Adventure Golf

Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf

Putt your way through a prehistoric themed adventure course featuring dinosaurs and exciting obstacles at this family-friendly Bournemouth venue with full facilities including restaurant and accessibility options.

⭐ 4.1 2.2 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

BH Live Active

Bournemouth's Littledown Centre offers families everything from swimming and fitness facilities to adventure high ropes, all set within 47 acres of beautiful parkland perfect for outdoor fun.

⭐ 4.6 2.3 mi away

Railways & Transport

Littledown Miniature Railway

Take a scenic ride aboard authentic narrow gauge steam locomotives on an elevated track through Bournemouth's Littledown Park, with refreshments and picnic areas available for a complete family day out.

⭐ 4.3 2.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

BCP Leisure, Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre

This community leisure centre welcomes families with pushchairs and offers baby changing facilities, though wheelchair access is limited to certain areas only.

⭐ 4.6

Beaches & Coastline

Highcliffe Beach

This Devon seaside spot offers safe summer swimming with lifeguards on duty, plus accessible facilities, parking and picnic-friendly shores that welcome families with children of all ages.

🎟️Theme Parks & Funfairs

Adventure Wonderland ⭐ 4.1

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Adventure Wonderland

This family-friendly park on Merritown Lane combines thrilling rides, entertaining performances and animal encounters, with accessible facilities and picnic areas making it ideal for a full day out with children.

⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Bournemouth Aviation Museum

Climb into genuine aircraft cockpits and discover fascinating model displays at this engaging aviation collection near Bournemouth Airport, perfect for budding pilots of all ages.

⭐ 4.9

Indoor Soft Play

Discovery Village

This fully accessible indoor play venue welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, plus offers dedicated baby changing and breastfeeding facilities for parents with little ones.

⭐ 4.5

Skiing & Snowboarding

Snowtrax

Hit the slopes at this family-friendly outdoor skiing venue in Christchurch, complete with an exciting Alpine-themed adventure park featuring rope swings and other thrilling activities for all ages.

⭐ 4.2 4.4 mi away

Laser Tag Arenas

Laser Quest Bournemouth

Battle through multi-level arenas at this action-packed laser tag venue in Bournemouth, where families can enjoy futuristic combat games with snacks available and picnics welcome.

⭐ 4.5 4.4 mi away

Family Restaurants

Pause Cat Cafe

Enjoy refreshments surrounded by friendly felines at this welcoming Bournemouth venue, offering accessible facilities and dining options for the whole family to savour alongside playful resident cats.

⭐ 5.0 4.5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Kids Play Cafe

A vibrant indoor play venue on Charminster Road offering supervised fun for children alongside an onsite café serving meals and refreshments, with baby changing rooms and convenient nearby parking.

⭐ 5.0 4.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Mini Monsters

An energetic indoor play centre with baby changing facilities, though families should note that pushchairs and wheelchairs cannot access all areas of the venue.

⭐ 4.7 4.5 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, Bournemouth

Set sail on a swashbuckling pirate-themed mini golf adventure right on Bournemouth's seafront, featuring accessible courses perfect for family fun by the pier.

⭐ 4.6 4.6 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

RockReef

Scale walls, soar on zip lines and tackle nearly 30 thrilling indoor climbing challenges at this action-packed Bournemouth adventure centre, complete with onsite dining and full accessibility.

⭐ 4.6 4.6 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Bournemouth Pier

Enjoy a classic seaside experience with beautiful sandy shores and ocean views at this iconic pier destination. Wheelchair accessible with toilets on-site and picnics welcome.

⭐ 4.2 4.6 mi away

Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

Oceanarium

Discover marine life from around the world at this Bournemouth aquarium, home to 150+ species with daily feeding demonstrations and expert talks. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout.

⭐ 4.5 4.6 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop on Hop off Tour

Explore Bournemouth's seafront highlights and beautiful attractions aboard an open-top bus, with the freedom to disembark at key spots throughout your sightseeing journey.

🎟️Adventure & Activity Centres

Boom Battle Bar ⭐ 4.9 4.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Boom Battle Bar

Competitive socialising venue at BH2 complex offering axe throwing, mini golf and other interactive games for groups seeking active entertainment with a lively bar atmosphere.

⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre

Family-friendly activity hub offering cycling trails, treasure hunts and camping adventures across scenic New Forest grounds, with full accessibility, dining facilities and welcoming atmosphere for all ages.

⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Bournemouth

Treat your family to the latest blockbusters at this 10-screen cinema on Exeter Crescent, with snacks available and wheelchair access throughout the venue.

⭐ 4.8 4.7 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

South Coast Karting

Young racers aged 7+ can experience the thrill of karting at this Matchams Leisure Park circuit, with specially designed karts perfect for children to safely enjoy their first taste of motorsport action.

⭐ 4.4 4.7 mi away

Adventure Golf

Mulligans Bournemouth

Enjoy multi-level mini golf fun at this popular Bournemouth venue featuring three exciting themed courses for all ages. Fully accessible with onsite dining, baby facilities and convenient parking available.

⭐ 4.8 4.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum

Rev up your family day out at this fascinating motorcycle collection near New Forest, where gleaming vintage bikes span racing history in wheelchair-accessible displays with onsite parking.