# 55 Family days out in the Cotswolds (2026)

> 55 family days out in the Cotswolds, best reviewed first — including Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens. Ratings, locations and details.

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55 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 3 November 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All attractions and things to do in the Cotswolds](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswolds/attractions)

[Families 55](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswolds/attractions/family-friendly) [Dog-friendly 18](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswolds/attractions/dog-friendly)

[Burford Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens ★ 4.7 (17,432) Discover exotic creatures and beautiful landscaped grounds at this family-friendly Burford wildlife park, with fully accessible paths throughout for wheelchairs and pushchairs plus baby changing facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/burford/attractions/cotswold-wildlife-park-and-gardens) [Tetbury Westonbirt The National Arboretum ★ 4.7 (9,984) Home to an extraordinary living collection of 15,000+ trees, this stunning arboretum offers engaging family trails through beautiful woodlands. Fully accessible with pushchairs, wheelchairs welcome, dog-friendly, plus onsite dining.](https://staycation.co.uk/tetbury/attractions/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum) [Witney Crocodiles of the World ★ 4.7 (5,940) Britain's exclusive crocodile zoo showcases an extraordinary range of species with thrilling daily feeding sessions and unforgettable baby crocodile encounters for all the family.](https://staycation.co.uk/carterton/attractions/crocodiles-of-the-world) [Chipping Campden Hidcote Manor Garden ★ 4.7 (4,927) This celebrated Arts and Crafts garden features stunning outdoor rooms filled with rare plants and colourful borders. Facilities include parking, a restaurant and baby changing areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/chipping-campden/attractions/hidcote-manor-garden) [Chipping Norton Diddly Squat Farm Chipping Norton ★ 4.4 (8,744) Visit the farm shop made famous by TV's Clarkson's Farm, where families can browse locally-sourced produce and goods while spotting tractors and countryside charm. Baby-friendly facilities available.](https://staycation.co.uk/chipping-norton/attractions/diddly-squat-farm-chipping-norton) [Cheltenham Pittville Park ★ 4.7 (4,706) This sprawling Cheltenham green space offers something for everyone, from children's play equipment and sporting facilities to picnic spots and an onsite restaurant, all with accessible paths and ample parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/pittville-park) [Cheltenham Cotswold Motoring Museum ★ 4.6 (4,272) Step into automotive history at this charming museum housed in a historic mill, showcasing vintage cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia from bygone eras.](https://staycation.co.uk/bourton-on-the-water/attractions/cotswold-motoring-museum) [Cheltenham Birdland Park and Gardens ★ 4.5 (4,987) Meet Britain's only King Penguins at this charming wildlife park featuring exotic birds and interactive exhibits. Family-friendly with wheelchair access, picnic areas and dining options available.](https://staycation.co.uk/bourton-on-the-water/attractions/birdland-park-and-gardens) [Worcester Croome ★ 4.6 (3,791) This elegant estate welcomes families with accessible facilities including baby changing rooms and wheelchair-friendly pathways throughout the historic grounds, plus convenient onsite parking for visitors.](https://staycation.co.uk/high-green/attractions/croome) [Cheltenham Cotswold Farm Park ★ 4.6 (3,766) Experience hands-on farming fun at this family-friendly park featuring safari rides, outdoor play areas, and interactive sessions where children can meet rare breed animals and learn countryside skills.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/cotswold-farm-park) [Evesham All Things Wild Nature Centre ★ 4.6 (3,333) Experience close encounters with fascinating wildlife and explore natural habitats at this family-friendly Evesham nature centre, featuring accessible paths perfect for wheelchairs and pushchairs.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/all-things-wild-nature-centre) [Banbury Upton House and Gardens ★ 4.5 (3,403) This elegant country estate near Banbury invites families to roam through forested trails and marvel at an intricate miniature house, with parking and dining facilities available onsite.](https://staycation.co.uk/banbury/attractions/upton-house-and-gardens) [Cheltenham Chedworth Roman Villa ★ 4.6 (2,779) Step back in time at this remarkably preserved Roman villa nestled in the Cotswolds, where ancient mosaics and hypocaust heating systems reveal daily life from nearly 2,000 years ago.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/chedworth-roman-villa) [Cheltenham The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway ★ 4.8 (1,566) Step aboard lovingly restored steam trains for a nostalgic journey through stunning Cotswolds countryside on this heritage railway. Family-friendly with full accessibility, dining options and dogs welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/toddington/attractions/the-gloucestershire-warwickshire-railway) [Evesham Abbey Park Evesham ★ 4.6 (1,872) This free family park on Abbey Road offers playgrounds, picnic-friendly lawns and scenic views, complete with parking, dining options and full facilities including baby changing areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/abbey-park-evesham) [Stroud Painswick Rococo Garden ★ 4.5 (2,093) This enchanting 18th-century garden offers pushchair-friendly pathways through woodland and ornamental features, with baby changing facilities available for families visiting this historic Cotswold gem.](https://staycation.co.uk/stroud/attractions/painswick-rococo-garden) [Moreton-in-Marsh Cotswold Falconry Centre ★ 4.8 (1,186) Experience spectacular birds of prey up close at this Batsford Park centre, where you can watch flying demonstrations and meet magnificent owls, eagles and falcons in the beautiful Cotswolds.](https://staycation.co.uk/moreton-in-marsh/attractions/cotswold-falconry-centre) [Cirencester Corinium Museum ★ 4.7 (1,186) Discover Roman Britain at this fascinating Park Street museum where families can explore ancient treasures and mosaics, with onsite dining and baby facilities to keep everyone comfortable during your visit.](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/corinium-museum) [Cheltenham Cineworld Cheltenham ★ 4.2 (2,534) Catch the latest blockbusters with the family at this modern cinema in The Brewery quarter, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to enjoy during the show.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/cineworld-cheltenham) [Broadway Broadway Tower Country Park ★ 4.8 (926) Perched dramatically at over 1,000 feet, this historic tower offers breathtaking panoramic views across the Cotswolds countryside, with parkland perfect for family picnics and exploring.](https://staycation.co.uk/broadway-worcestershire/attractions/broadway-tower-country-park) [Swindon Stanton Park ★ 4.6 (1,242) Discover 74 hectares of peaceful woodland trails and a stunning lake perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair-accessible paths, onsite dining and excellent facilities including baby changing.](https://staycation.co.uk/swindon/attractions/stanton-park) [Cirencester Cotswold Country Park and Beach ★ 4.2 (2,349) This family-friendly lakeside park features a sandy beach area perfect for picnics, plus an onsite restaurant, parking and toilets, though wheelchair access is limited.](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cotswold-country-park-and-beach) [Cirencester Cotswold Water Park & Beach ★ 4.2 (2,349) Spanning 150 tranquil lakes across 40 square miles, this expansive waterside destination offers families endless outdoor adventures with onsite dining and a dedicated beach area.](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cotswold-water-park-beach) [Moreton-in-Marsh Batsford Arboretum ★ 4.6 (1,179) Young adventurers will love wandering through this enchanting woodland filled with hidden wildlife habitats and babbling brooks. Pushchair-friendly paths make it perfect for families with little ones.](https://staycation.co.uk/moreton-in-marsh/attractions/batsford-arboretum) [Cotswold Cotswold Sculpture Park ★ 4.7 (968) Cotswold Sculpture Park, listed under Parks & Play Areas, near Somerford Keynes.](https://staycation.co.uk/somerford-keynes/attractions/cotswold-sculpture-park) [Cheltenham Mulligans Cheltenham ★ 4.4 (1,490) Embark on a prehistoric adventure across 36 challenging holes where dinosaurs roam and ancient jungles come alive, perfect for families seeking accessible fun with refreshments available.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/mulligans-cheltenham) [Witney Cogges Manor Farm ★ 4.5 (955) Meet farm favourites and explore historic countryside charm at this welcoming Witney attraction, complete with dining options, picnic-friendly grounds, and full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.](https://staycation.co.uk/witney/attractions/cogges-manor-farm) [Cheltenham The Old New Inn Model Village ★ 4.6 (817) Step into a charming miniature world where Bourton-on-the-Water's famous honey-stone cottages and bridges are recreated at one-ninth scale. This enchanting model village delights visitors of all ages with intricate details.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/the-old-new-inn-model-village) [Lechlade Kelmscott Manor ★ 4.7 (608) This historic manor house welcomes families with accessible facilities, onsite parking and dining options, plus picnic-friendly grounds for a relaxing day out in the Cotswolds.](https://staycation.co.uk/lechladeonthames/attractions/kelmscott-manor) [Witney Cineworld Witney ★ 4.3 (1,058) This five-screen cinema at Marriotts Walk Leisure Centre features regular family-friendly showings, with onsite parking, snacks available to purchase, and wheelchair access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/witney/attractions/cineworld-witney) [Faringdon Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland ★ 4.7 (559) Climb this striking tower for spectacular panoramic views across the countryside, then explore the surrounding woodland trail to discover impressive sculptures hidden among the trees.](https://staycation.co.uk/faringdon/attractions/faringdon-folly-tower-and-woodland) [Chipping Norton Fairytale Farm ★ 3.9 (1,703) Step into a whimsical world where children can meet friendly farm animals and explore enchanting themed play areas. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, with baby changing facilities available.](https://staycation.co.uk/chipping-norton/attractions/fairytale-farm) [Gloucester Jet Age Museum ★ 4.9 (371) Step aboard historic aircraft and let little ones experience sitting in a real pilot's seat at this hands-on aviation museum, complete with café and full accessibility for families.](https://staycation.co.uk/gloucester/attractions/jet-age-museum) [Cirencester Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool ★ 4.6 (457) Make a splash at this Cecily Hill lido where naturally spring-fed water stays pleasantly warm at 27°C, complete with a fun slide for little ones and an onsite restaurant for refuelling.](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cirencester-open-air-swimming-pool) [Cheltenham Bourton on the Water Mystery Trail ★ 4.6 (284) Explore the charming village streets on this self-guided detective adventure that takes families through Bourton's scenic spots while solving clues and puzzles together along the way.](https://staycation.co.uk/bourton-on-the-water/attractions/bourton-on-the-water-mystery-trail) [Gloucester Gloucester Ski & Snowboard Centre ★ 4.5 (319) Experience real snow sports action on Robinswood Hill's slopes, where families can try skiing, snowboarding, tubing and SnoXross. Complete with parking, a restaurant and full facilities including accessible options.](https://staycation.co.uk/gloucester/attractions/gloucester-ski-snowboard-centre) [Cheltenham Cheltenham Montpellier Treasure Trail ★ 4.4 (353) Solve clues and discover hidden secrets as you explore Cheltenham's elegant Montpellier district on this family-friendly outdoor adventure along The Promenade. Pack a picnic and enjoy a self-guided quest through one of the town's most beautiful areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/cheltenham-montpellier-treasure-trail) [Cheltenham Sandford Parks Lido ★ 4.4 (353) This beloved Cheltenham outdoor swimming spot features exciting water slides alongside dedicated pools for younger visitors, plus onsite dining and convenient parking facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/sandford-parks-lido) [Stroud Vue Stroud ★ 3.9 (744) Experience blockbuster entertainment across six modern screens at this Merrywalks Centre cinema, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to complete your family movie outing.](https://staycation.co.uk/stroud/attractions/vue-stroud) [Gloucester Great Witcombe Roman Villa ★ 4.3 (340) Explore the fascinating remains of this ancient Roman country house in the Gloucestershire countryside, complete with well-preserved mosaic floors and a unique bath suite. Pack a picnic to enjoy after discovering nearly 2,000 years of history.](https://staycation.co.uk/great-witcombe/attractions/great-witcombe-roman-villa) [Evesham Honeybourne Pottery ★ 4.9 (149) Get creative as a family at this welcoming ceramic studio where everyone can paint their own pottery masterpiece. Wheelchair accessible with baby facilities and convenient nearby parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/honeybourne-pottery) [Wychavon Broadway Museum & Art Gallery ★ 4.5 (222) Broadway Museum & Art Gallery, listed under Museums & Galleries, near Broadway, Worcestershire.](https://staycation.co.uk/broadway-worcestershire/attractions/broadway-museum-and-art-gallery) [Evesham The Almonry Heritage Centre ★ 4.7 (176) Step into Evesham's past at this charming museum near the historic abbey, where local history comes alive through engaging displays. Family-friendly facilities include a restaurant, picnic areas and baby changing rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/the-almonry-heritage-centre) [Evesham Wacky Warehouse - Strawberry Field ★ 3.7 (582) Little ones can climb, slide and bounce to their hearts' content at this colourful indoor play centre, complete with an onsite restaurant and full facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/wacky-warehouse-strawberry-field) [Cheltenham Bacon Theatre ★ 4.5 (160) Enjoy affordable family entertainment at this welcoming Cheltenham venue within Dean Close School, offering accessible facilities, onsite parking and refreshments for theatre-goers of all ages.](https://staycation.co.uk/cheltenham/attractions/bacon-theatre) [Evesham Aztec Adventure The Lost Valley ★ 4.8 (99) Putt your way through this themed crazy golf course set in Evesham's scenic Valley, complete with pushchair-friendly paths and baby changing facilities for family convenience.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/aztec-adventure-the-lost-valley) [Tewkesbury Tewkesbury Town Museum ★ 4.4 (143) Step into local heritage at this compact Barton Street museum where families can explore Tewkesbury's fascinating past, then enjoy a bite at the onsite restaurant or bring along your own picnic.](https://staycation.co.uk/tewkesbury/attractions/tewkesbury-town-museum) [Faringdon Farmer Gow's Activity Farm ★ 4.2 (173) Meet friendly animals up close and take part in interactive feeding sessions at this authentic working farm offering engaging workshops and hands-on countryside experiences for all ages.](https://staycation.co.uk/faringdon/attractions/farmer-gow-s-activity-farm) [Gloucester AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Gloucester ★ 4.3 (148) Bounce into action at this Gloucester trampoline park featuring expansive jumping areas, cutting-edge AR experiences, dedicated toddler times, plus on-site refreshments and complimentary parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/gloucester/attractions/airhop-adventure-trampoline-park-gloucester) [Cheltenham Sudeley Castle ★ 4.7 (76) Step back in time at this historic Cotswolds castle set amid stunning gardens, featuring adventure play areas, a tricky maze, and exotic birds to discover. Family-friendly facilities throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/winchcombe/attractions/sudeley-castle) [Swindon Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway ★ 4.4 (80) Step aboard authentic heritage locomotives at this charming railway where families can experience the golden age of steam travel while exploring beautifully preserved vintage carriages and engines.](https://staycation.co.uk/swindon/attractions/swindon-and-cricklade-steam-railway) [Cirencester Cotswold Reindeer Herd ★ 3.9 (136)](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cotswold-reindeer-herd) [Tewkesbury John Moore Museum ★ 4.7 (44) John Moore Museum, listed under Museums & Galleries, near Tewkesbury.](https://staycation.co.uk/tewkesbury/attractions/john-moore-museum) [Shipston-on-Stour Josephs Amazing Camels ★ 4.1 (32) Saddle up for an unforgettable countryside trek aboard these gentle giants during a three-hour guided camel adventure through scenic Warwickshire landscapes.](https://staycation.co.uk/shipston-on-stour/attractions/josephs-amazing-camels) [🏨Attractions Evesham Hunt Fun Evesham ★ 4.0 (3) Solve puzzles and uncover hidden clues as your family works together on an interactive trail adventure around Evesham. A wheelchair-accessible quest that encourages teamwork and discovery.](https://staycation.co.uk/evesham/attractions/hunt-fun-evesham)

## Quick answers

How many family days out are there in the Cotswolds?+

We list 55 in the Cotswolds. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in the Cotswolds are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens (4.7/5, 17,432 reviews), Westonbirt The National Arboretum (4.7/5, 9,984 reviews) and Crocodiles of the World (4.7/5, 5,940 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.