# Holmside Park, Durham — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Durham's action-packed activity venue features bouncy obstacle courses, archery and skating alongside accessible facilities, dining options and a welcoming policy for families with young children. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/holmside-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Amusement Center # Holmside Park Holmside Park Arena [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14918666805608074822&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Holmside Park](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115248600883257150872) **In short:** Holmside Park is an amusement center in Durham, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 962 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Holmside Park Durham's action-packed activity venue features bouncy obstacle courses, archery and skating alongside accessible facilities, dining options and a welcoming policy for families with young children. ## What's nearby - Battlezone Durham next door - Durham Donkey Rescue 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Gift Shop Onsite Parking Baby Changing Food Available Card Payments Accepted Accessible Toilets Pushchair Friendly ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Amy Rebecca Smith](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113561895875643632341/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing day for my sons 7th birthday. Lots of activities for all ages. A really super day out fun for all. Only down side I would say was the cleanliness example bathrooms and equipment. Other than that we cant wait to come again! · via Google [Osman Khan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107355386359752970272/reviews) ★★★★★ A really fun and entertaining experience for all, kids especially but adults love this place too. You can spend a full day there, lots of inflatables and a good soft play area for kids. The outdoor space is really good and with some good activities to do. Highly recommend Holmside Park and good fun, knackering but really enjoyable. · via Google [Angela Wilkinson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106408060748821595981/reviews) ★★★★★ Brilliant full day out. Quickly checked in, staff are friendly and welcoming. Felt safe and not too busy. Plenty of different activities for a good range of ages. Ability to take packed lunch and good food choices available from the cafe. Laid back and stress free. No wait v in queues which was great. We will certainly be back. Thank you. · via Google [Lucy Tennison](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117693250954953661501/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely place, could do with a map? But otherwise great, plenty to do with children of all ages. My son really like the football golf and archery. Very clean and the staff where very helpful. We left for alittle while and came back in the afternoon, as long as you keep the bands on. Ideal for familys And we saw the donkeys on the way out too! Highly recommend · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487e7f2a2cd6cf87:0xcf09c06aceae4e46!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this activity park offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including soft play, inflatables, and roller skating, suitable for all ages. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean facilities. Guests mention it provides great value for money, with options to bring a picnic or purchase reasonably priced food from the cafe. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Holmside Park Arena, Holmside Lane, Chester-le-Street, DH7 6EY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.8373859%2C-1.6567811) **Category** Indoor Soft Play **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (962 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Durham [More attractions in Durham](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions) ★ 4.5 (962 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.holmsidepark.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01919 172205](tel:01919172205) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Durham **Postcode** DH7 6EY **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6WR8PV+X7 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487e7f2a2cd6cf87:0xcf09c06aceae4e46!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e7f2a2cd6cf87:0xcf09c06aceae4e46!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e7f2a2cd6cf87:0xcf09c06aceae4e46!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Durham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Holmside Park suits all ages. ### Is Holmside Park wheelchair accessible? Holmside Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Holmside Park? Yes: free car park and paid car park. ### How do I contact Holmside Park? 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