# Things to Do near FENCE HOUSES — Attractions & Days Out > Handpicked attractions, museums, landmarks and days out in FENCE HOUSES. Ratings, opening hours and directions for the best things to do. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/attractions (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 19 attractions and days out Photo © [Avalon](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116999833778219597143), [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116999833778219597143) [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/fence-houses/restaurants) [⭐ 4.4 1.3 mi away Sports Facilities Houghton Sports & Wellness Centre This well-equipped leisure facility on Station Road caters for all ages with activities from football pitches to skating rinks, plus accessible amenities and on-site parking for easy family visits.](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/attractions/houghton-sports-wellness-centre) [⭐ 4.6 2.2 mi away Parks & Play Areas Riverside Park Chester-le-Street This expansive parkland offers families a fantastic splash pad alongside extensive play zones, scenic walking trails and beautiful gardens, plus handy facilities including refreshments, parking and accessible amenities.](https://staycation.co.uk/chester-le-street/attractions/riverside-park-chester-le-street) [⭐ 4.5 2.4 mi away Horse Riding Penshaw Equestrian Centre Located at Penshaw Hill Farm, this village equestrian centre offers riding activities alongside refreshments from its onsite restaurant. Note that facilities are limited, with no toilets or wheelchair access available.](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/attractions/penshaw-equestrian-centre) [⭐ 4.7 2.6 mi away Parks & Play Areas Herrington Country Park This spacious Penshaw park delights families with scenic walking and cycling routes, striking outdoor art installations and regular events, plus pushchair-friendly paths and a warm welcome for dogs.](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/attractions/herrington-country-park) [⭐ 4.5 2.7 mi away Farm Parks Down at the Farm Meet farm animals from Britain and beyond at this welcoming Houghton-le-Spring attraction, where families can discover countryside life with wheelchair access, picnic areas and dining options.](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/attractions/down-at-the-farm) [⭐ 4.4 3 mi away Parks & Play Areas Adventure Valley This Durham farm-based attraction combines outdoor adventure zones with indoor play spaces and friendly farmyard animals, keeping energetic youngsters entertained for hours. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/adventure-valley) [⭐ 4.7 3.4 mi away Go Karting & Driving Experiences Karting North East Experience high-speed thrills on one of Britain's biggest go-kart tracks, plus tackle exciting 4x4 off-road driving challenges at this action-packed Sunderland motorsport venue.](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/attractions/karting-north-east) [⭐ 3.8 3.6 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres Washington Leisure Centre Pack the family off to this town centre hub for energetic fun, with sports facilities, onsite dining and full accessibility including baby changing rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/washington-village/attractions/washington-leisure-centre) [⭐ 4.4 3.7 mi away Castles & Palaces Durham Castle Step into a millennium of medieval heritage at this working university college where children under 16 explore free. Family-friendly facilities include picnic areas and full accessibility.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/durham-castle) [⭐ 4.4 3.7 mi away Landmarks & Monuments Durham Cathedral This magnificent Norman cathedral welcomes families with accessible facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair-friendly access, plus you can enjoy your own picnic on the historic grounds.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/durham-cathedral) [⭐ 4.4 3.7 mi away Farm Parks East Grange Farm A welcoming children's farm offering hands-on animal encounters with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby facilities, on-site refreshments and picnic-friendly grounds.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/east-grange-farm) [⭐ 4.3 3.7 mi away Bowling Alleys Hollywood Bowl Washington Strike up family fun with bowling lanes, classic arcade entertainment and dining at this Galleries Retail Park venue offering full accessibility and facilities for all ages.](https://staycation.co.uk/washington/attractions/hollywood-bowl-washington) [⭐ 4.7 3.8 mi away Zoos & Animal Parks WWT Washington Wetland Centre Get close to nature at this peaceful wildlife haven where little ones can feed waterfowl by hand, explore wetland habitats and spot native species across pushchair-friendly trails and scenic reserves.](https://staycation.co.uk/washington-village/attractions/wwt-washington-wetland-centre) [⭐ 4.5 3.9 mi away Indoor Soft Play Pineapple and Bears](https://staycation.co.uk/birtley/attractions/pineapple-and-bears) [⭐ 4.2 4.2 mi away Trampoline & Bounce Parks Infinite Air Trampoline Park Let active kids burn off energy across a vast indoor bouncing arena at Durham's New Ferens Park, where snacks keep everyone fueled for action-packed trampoline fun.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/infinite-air-trampoline-park) [⭐ 4.6 4.6 mi away Go Karting & Driving Experiences TopGear Karting Race through an electrifying indoor karting circuit featuring dramatic lighting effects and a pumping disco soundtrack, perfect for young drivers aged 9 and up seeking thrills in Durham.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/topgear-karting) [⭐ 4.4 4.7 mi away Sports Facilities Silksworth Sports Complex & Ski Slope This family-friendly sports hub offers skiing and snowboarding on real slopes, plus football pitches and fishing lakes, with full facilities including wheelchair access and picnic areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/attractions/silksworth-sports-complex-ski-slope) [⭐ 4.2 4.7 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres Silksworth Community Pool, Tennis & Wellness Centre This modern leisure facility offers swimming, tennis courts and various indoor sports activities for all the family, complete with onsite parking, wheelchair access and a restaurant.](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/attractions/silksworth-community-pool-tennis-wellness-centre) [⭐ 4.7 4.9 mi away Indoor Soft Play South Durham Gymnastics An active play venue where little ones can bounce, climb and tumble in a safe environment, with baby-changing facilities and pushchair access throughout for families with young children.](https://staycation.co.uk/spennymoor/attractions/south-durham-gymnastics) ### 🏨 Places to stay in FENCE HOUSES Hotels, B&Bs, cottages and apartments on Booking.com, with live prices and availability. 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