Things to Do in Great Dunmow

⭐ 4.5

Parks & Play Areas

The Gardens of Easton Lodge

Explore historic restored gardens perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair-friendly paths, onsite parking and facilities making it an accessible outdoor day out near Dunmow.

⭐ 4.6

Indoor Soft Play

Little Monsters House of Fun

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue welcomes families with babies and toddlers, offering dedicated changing and breastfeeding facilities in a fun indoor environment.

⭐ 4.8 3.9 mi away

Farm Parks

Hatters Farm Pumpkin Patch

Pick your perfect pumpkin at this welcoming farm attraction where families can enjoy seasonal fun in a dog-friendly, accessible setting with picnic facilities and baby changing rooms available.

⭐ 4.3 5 mi away

Farm Parks

Daisy May’s Farm

Meet over 200 friendly farm animals at this hands-on Elsenham attraction where little ones can enjoy tractor rides, pony treks and outdoor picnics in a fully accessible setting.

⭐ 4.6 5.3 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

Hatfield Forest

Discover centuries-old woodland at this beautiful historic forest near Bishops Stortford, where majestic trees dating back over a millennium create stunning scenery perfect for family picnics and nature walks.

⭐ 4.3 5.3 mi away

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Blake House Craft Centre

Young visitors will love exploring the playful ramps, bridges and windmills at this Braintree craft centre, which offers wheelchair access, onsite parking and baby-changing facilities.

⭐ 4.5 5.8 mi away

Farm Parks

Cammas Hall Farm

Experience rural fun at this working farm where families can pick seasonal fruit straight from the fields and let children burn off energy in the outdoor play zones.

⭐ 4.6 6.3 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Mountfitchet Castle

Step back in time at this reconstructed Norman fortress and village in Stansted, where families can discover medieval daily life and explore an impressive toy collection.

⭐ 4.6 6.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The House on the Hill Toy Museum

Step into Europe's biggest private collection of nostalgic playthings at this charming Stansted Mountfitchet treasure trove, where generations of childhood memories come alive across enchanting displays.

⭐ 4.4 7.4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Great Notley Discovery Centre and Park

Spanning 100 acres near Braintree, this family-friendly park offers adventure trails, fishing lakes and sports pitches, plus an on-site restaurant and excellent facilities for all ages and abilities.

⭐ 5.0 7.8 mi away

Arts & Crafts Workshops

The Craft Cabin CM23

A fully accessible creative workshop space where families can enjoy hands-on art projects together, with facilities including baby changing rooms and easy pushchair access throughout.

⭐ 4.3 7.8 mi away

Horse Riding

Hallingbury Hall Equestrian Centre

Experience horseback riding at this Hall Green equestrian venue offering lessons and trails, complete with onsite parking and restaurant facilities for families seeking an authentic countryside adventure.

⭐ 4.8 7.8 mi away

Farm Parks

Boydells Dairy Farm

This hands-on working farm near Braintree lets children try cow milking, feed the chickens and enjoy donkey cart rides in a welcoming rural setting with picnic areas.

⭐ 4.9 7.9 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Little Arts Workshop

Get creative at this Bishop's Stortford pottery studio where families can decorate ceramics or try their hand at crafting pieces from scratch, with refreshments and picnic-friendly facilities.

⭐ 4.7 7.9 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

Bishops stortford escape room

Test your problem-solving skills and teamwork at this thrilling escape room venue in the heart of Hertfordshire, where families can tackle challenging puzzles and mysteries together in immersive themed scenarios.

⭐ 4.1 7.9 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Empire Cinema Bishop's Stortford

Catch the newest movie releases at this Anchor Street cinema offering comfortable screens and snack options for an entertaining family outing in Bishop's Stortford.

⭐ 4.5 8.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Braintree and Bocking Public Gardens

A traditional town garden offering families a pleasant green space to explore with convenient facilities including toilets and baby changing, though picnics aren't permitted and wheelchair access is limited.

⭐ 3.3 9.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Braintree Swimming & Fitness

This modern leisure centre offers pool-based activities for all ages, from energetic aqua classes to exciting inflatable play sessions, plus an onsite restaurant and convenient parking facilities.

⭐ 4.1 9.7 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Namco Funscape Braintree

Experience ten-pin bowling alongside exciting activities including soft play areas and indoor climbing walls at this action-packed entertainment venue in Freeport Leisure Village.

⭐ 4.2 9.7 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Braintree

Experience the latest blockbusters and family favourites on the big screen at this modern cinema in Freeport Leisure, with snacks available and accessible facilities including onsite parking.

⭐ 4.8 9.8 mi away

Petting Farms & Zoos

Stantons Farm

Meet friendly farm animals and explore the countryside at this hands-on petting zoo near Braintree, where pushchair-friendly paths make it ideal for families with young children.