Things to Do in Exeter Road
18 attractions and days out
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Arts & Crafts Workshops
The Paint Hub
Unleash your family's creativity at this hands-on ceramic studio where kids can paint pottery pieces with colourful designs. Wheelchair accessible with parking, toilets and snacks available onsite.
Climbing & Bouldering
Vertexe Climbing
Scale indoor walls and challenge yourself at this climbing venue located within Exmouth Leisure Centre, perfect for active families seeking adventure on Royal Avenue.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Exmouth Mystery Treasure Trail
Follow clues along Exmouth's scenic Esplanade in this engaging puzzle adventure that takes families on a quest to discover hidden treasure through brain-teasing riddles and code-breaking challenges.
Beaches & Coastline
Dawlish Warren Beach
This spacious Blue Flag beach offers safe swimming and sandy shores ideal for families, with wheelchair access, onsite dining, and picnic-friendly policies making it a welcoming Devon coastline destination.
Museums & Galleries
Exmouth Museum
Discover local heritage at this accessible town museum where exhibits bring Exmouth's past to life, with refreshments on hand and convenient parking close by for family visits.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Arty Boat
Get creative on the water at this unique floating pottery studio where families can paint ceramics while enjoying onboard refreshments and accessible facilities for all ages.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Splat Attack Adventure Play
An action-packed adventure play centre at Langstone Cliff Hotel offering energetic fun for older children, though facilities have limited accessibility and aren't suitable for babies.
Castles & Palaces
Powderham Castle
This historic castle near Exeter delights families with an adventure fort featuring climbing walls and suspension bridge, plus animal encounters and fascinating guided tours through grand rooms.
Bowling Alleys
Ocean Exmouth
Strike up family fun at this fully accessible ten-pin bowling venue on Queens Drive, featuring wheelchair-friendly facilities, baby changing areas, and pushchair access throughout.
Museums & Galleries
A La Ronde
This distinctive 16-sided house on Summer Lane offers families a fascinating glimpse into Georgian architecture and design. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking and facilities, though no baby changing rooms available.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Dawlish Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Solve puzzles and hunt for clues through Dawlish on this engaging spy-themed adventure trail that takes you past the town's famous black swans while testing your detective skills.
Adventure Golf
Footgolf on the Exe
Kick a football around this accessible course beside the River Exe, where families can enjoy a fun hybrid of soccer and golf with refreshments available and dogs welcome to join the action.
Farm Parks
World of Country Life
This family-friendly farm attraction near Exmouth spans two acres of outdoor fun with activities for all ages, featuring pushchair-friendly paths and accessible facilities including wheelchair hire.
Zoos & Animal Parks
Hawkridge Bird of Prey Centre
Experience magnificent birds of prey up close at this Sandybay wildlife centre, where families can enjoy flying displays and bring their own picnic or grab a bite at the onsite restaurant.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Devon Leisure Off Road Activities
Experience thrilling off-road adventures at this Dawlish activity centre featuring onsite parking, accessible facilities and picnic-friendly grounds perfect for action-packed family days out.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Topsham Swimming Pool
A community swimming facility on Fore Street offering aquatic activities for families, with convenient nearby parking though limited accessibility features and no baby changing rooms or picnic areas.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Topsham Treasure Hunt Trail
Set sail on an exciting self-guided adventure through historic Topsham, perfect for young explorers seeking pirate-themed fun. This wheelchair-accessible trail from Station Road offers families a swashbuckling outdoor experience.
Horse Riding
Budleigh Salterton Riding School
Accessible equestrian centre at Heatherways Stables offering horse riding experiences for families, complete with on-site restaurant and facilities including wheelchair access and convenient parking at Dalditch Lane.
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