Things to Do in Doncaster
26 attractions and days out
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Astrabound Play Centre
An exciting multi-level soft play haven designed for babies and young children, featuring pushchair-friendly access and baby changing facilities at this Wheatley Hall Road venue.
Paintballing
Bawtry Paintball Fields
Get your adrenaline pumping at this forest-based activity centre offering paintball battles, laser combat and archery for all ages, with junior sessions perfect for younger adventurers.
Children's Farms
Boston Park Farm
Explore this family-friendly farm near Doncaster where kids can meet friendly animals, tackle a challenging maize maze and enjoy pushchair-accessible paths throughout the attraction.
Stately Homes and Gardens
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Step back in time at this beautifully preserved Victorian mansion set amid delightful gardens, where families can discover period rooms and outdoor spaces perfect for exploring together.
Castles and Palaces
Conisbrough Castle
Scale the magnificent 90-foot circular tower at this impressive Doncaster fortress, where interactive exhibits bring medieval history to life. Pack a picnic or grab refreshments from the restaurant after your adventure.
Museums and Art Galleries
Cusworth Hall and Park
This Georgian mansion set in beautiful parkland offers free family-friendly exhibitions and activities throughout the year, with an onsite restaurant, full facilities and wheelchair access.
Museums and Art Galleries
Danum Gallery, Library and Museum
This modern Doncaster venue combines library services with engaging museum displays and art exhibitions under one roof. Family-friendly facilities include wheelchair access, baby changing areas and onsite parking.
Treasure Hunts
Doncaster Mystery Treasure Trail
Explore Doncaster's streets while cracking clues on this interactive treasure hunt that transforms your family outing into an exciting detective adventure suitable for all ages.
Trampoline Parks
Flip Out Doncaster
Jump into action at this indoor trampoline park in Frenchgate Shopping Centre, featuring wall-to-wall bouncing zones plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling after your energetic session.
Trampoline Parks
Go Bounce Extreme Trampoline Park
Leap into action at this Doncaster trampoline venue featuring basketball courts, dodgeball zones and climbing walls alongside bouncing areas. Onsite facilities include parking, refreshments and accessible amenities.
Water Parks
Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre
Adventure awaits at this accessible water park where families can enjoy aquatic fun together, with pushchair-friendly paths throughout and baby changing facilities on site.
Tours and River Cruises
Hunt Fun Doncaster
Explore Doncaster's landmarks through an interactive trail challenge that gets the whole family working together to solve clues and discover the town's hidden gems.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Play Away
Let little ones burn off energy at this colourful indoor soft play centre in Doncaster, packed with exciting climbing frames and slides that guarantee smiles all round.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Play Valley Doncaster
An energetic indoor play centre where children can climb, slide and explore soft play equipment, though families should note that accessibility is limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
National Parks
Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Explore diverse wildlife habitats at this expansive nature reserve featuring walking trails through wetlands and woodlands, with visitor facilities including toilets and baby changing rooms on site.
Concerts and Events
Professional Wrestling
Experience the thrilling spectacle of live wrestling action at this Miners Welfare venue, though families should note limited accessibility and facilities for young children.
National Parks
Sandall Beat Wood
A natural woodland area off Leger Way offering outdoor exploration for families, though visitors should note limited facilities with no toilets, refreshments or wheelchair access available on site.
Museums and Art Galleries
South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum
Get up close to impressive military jets and helicopters in authentic hangars at this fascinating aviation collection near Doncaster, welcoming families with full accessibility and refreshments.
Ten Pin Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Doncaster
Strike up some family fun at this modern bowling venue with onsite dining and snacks, plus wheelchair access and parking. Note that while facilities are family-friendly, baby changing rooms aren't available.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
The Cheswold
Enjoy active indoor fun at this welcoming play centre on Herten Way, complete with accessible facilities, baby changing rooms, an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly spaces for families.
Swimming Pools and Leisure Centres
The Dome Doncaster
This lakeside leisure complex delights families with tropical-themed water attractions and ice skating across two levels, all housed under one roof with excellent wheelchair and pushchair access.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
The Play Pit
Let your kids burn off energy come rain or shine at this Doncaster soft play centre, featuring traditional play equipment in a protected environment with an onsite café for refreshments.
Museums and Art Galleries
The Trolleybus Museum
Britain's only museum devoted to trolleybuses offers vintage vehicle displays and rides, with baby changing facilities available though some areas have limited pushchair access.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Time2Play
Kids can burn energy at this fully accessible indoor play venue featuring soft play equipment, an onsite restaurant, and complete facilities including baby changing areas and convenient parking.
Cinemas and Theatres
Vue Doncaster
Catch the latest blockbusters and weekend family favourites across 11 modern screens at this accessible cinema complex, complete with snacks, parking and full facilities for a comfortable movie experience.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Discover incredible wildlife including England's only polar bears at this award-winning conservation park near Doncaster, offering fully accessible walkways perfect for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
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