Things to Do in Hastingleigh
43 attractions and days out
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Pottery & Ceramic Painting
From Scratch Crafts
A fully accessible pottery cafe where families can unleash their creativity together, with wheelchair-friendly facilities throughout and baby changing areas for the youngest visitors.
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
Flip Out Ashford
Jump, flip and bounce your way through exciting trampoline zones including ninja courses and dedicated soft-play areas for tots under five at this action-packed indoor adventure park.
Cinema & Theatre
Cineworld Ashford
Catch the newest films on one of twelve state-of-the-art screens at this contemporary multiplex in Eureka Entertainment Centre, offering convenient parking and accessible facilities for all.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
The Stour Leisure Centre
This family-friendly leisure centre near Ashford station offers swimming facilities with an onsite restaurant, accessible amenities throughout, and welcomes picnics for a great day out with all ages.
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Ashford
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Station Road, complete with lanes for all ages, an onsite restaurant and full accessibility including wheelchair access and adapted facilities.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Ashford Leisure Trust
This family-friendly leisure centre near Ashford Station features an exciting pool complete with flumes and rapids, plus a sports hall, fitness classes and relaxing spa facilities.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Kippys Paint Your Own Pottery
Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming ceramic café where kids and adults can design their own pottery masterpieces, with wheelchair access, baby facilities, and refreshments available on-site.
Arcades & Gaming
Virtual Recreation
Step into an exciting gaming hub where cutting-edge virtual reality experiences await the whole family, with full accessibility, dining options and facilities designed for visitors of all ages.
Parks & Play Areas
Victoria Park Ashford
Spread out across 17 acres on Jemmett Road, this spacious green haven welcomes families for picnics and outdoor fun, with parking, toilets and wheelchair access available.
Horse Riding
Bursted Hill Stables
Experience countryside equestrian activities at this rural stables near Canterbury, offering horse riding opportunities in the peaceful Kent village setting of Pett Bottom.
Zoos & Animal Parks
Port Lympne Safari Park
Experience thrilling wildlife encounters across this expansive Kent reserve, where safari adventures await families amid hundreds of rare and endangered species in stunning natural habitats.
Indoor Soft Play
Imagine Play Centre
Adventure awaits across three floors of climbing fun at this Ashford play centre, where little ones can bounce on trampolines, whoosh down slides and navigate exciting obstacles.
Indoor Soft Play
Big Fun House
This multi-storey soft play centre in Canterbury keeps kids of all ages active with diverse play features, plus wheelchair access and onsite parking for families.
Parks & Play Areas
Brockhill Country Park
This Hythe parkland offers lakeside walks, an exciting play area for children, and an onsite restaurant, making it perfect for active families seeking outdoor adventures.
Railways & Transport
Elham Valley Railway Museum
Discover historic locomotives and railway treasures at this charming Peene museum, where fascinating transport exhibits are complemented by delightful wildlife-filled gardens perfect for family exploration.
Parks & Play Areas
Peene Quarry Picnic Site
Pack your hamper and head to this Kent countryside spot where families can enjoy outdoor dining amid natural surroundings, with parking and refreshments available onsite.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Coleman's Create and Craft
Paint and glaze your own ceramics at this welcoming studio near Ashford, where families can unleash their creativity together in a fully accessible, pushchair and wheelchair-friendly space.
Indoor Soft Play
Play Islands
Indoor soft play centre on Simmonds Road with an onsite restaurant and snacks, though families should note there are no toilet facilities and the venue isn't wheelchair accessible.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Canterbury Leisure
This modern activity centre welcomes families with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby changing rooms and on-site refreshments to fuel your day of fun.
Beaches & Coastline
Hythe Beach
This Kent pebble beach offers crystal-clear waters ideal for paddling, with wheelchair access and parking on-site, making it great for family picnics by the sea.
Arcades & Gaming
Canterbury Gaming Grotto
Step into this industrial estate gaming haven where families can enjoy classic arcade action and grab a bite from the onsite restaurant, with convenient parking right outside.
Parks & Play Areas
Dane John Gardens
This historic Canterbury park offers accessible pathways, wheelchair-friendly facilities and an onsite restaurant, though picnics aren't permitted and baby changing isn't available.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Canterbury Ghost Tour
Explore Canterbury's darker history on this spine-tingling walking tour through the city's haunted streets, starting from St Margaret's Street with wheelchair access and refreshments available.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Canterbury Punting Company
Glide along Canterbury's historic waterways aboard a traditional punt, perfect for families with children of all ages and even your four-legged friends are welcome to join the journey.
Beaches & Coastline
Tankerton Beach
This shingle beach in Whitstable offers scenic coastal views with onsite parking, though facilities are limited. Note that picnics aren't permitted and there are no toilet or accessibility facilities available.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Canterbury Tales Immersive Experience
Step back in time at this engaging St Margaret's Street attraction where Chaucer's medieval stories come to life through interactive displays and atmospheric settings that captivate visitors of all ages.
Historic Houses & Gardens
Westgate Gardens
Explore beautiful landscaped grounds perfect for a family stroll, with wheelchair access throughout and convenient facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing areas.
Museums & Galleries
Canterbury Roman Museum
Step back two millennia at this captivating underground museum showcasing Canterbury's Roman past through original mosaics, artifacts and reconstructed marketplace scenes. Wheelchair accessible with full facilities.
Museums & Galleries
The Beaney
Canterbury's welcoming cultural hub combines museum galleries and art exhibitions under one roof, with family facilities including a restaurant, accessible amenities and picnic-friendly spaces.
Escape Room Challenges
Escape Kent
Test your problem-solving skills at this thrilling escape room venue where teams race against time to crack codes and solve puzzles. Note: access may be limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Canterbury Historic River Tours
Glide along Canterbury's historic waterways on a guided river cruise that reveals the city's medieval charm from a unique perspective. Wheelchair accessible with nearby parking available.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Huntfun Canterbury
Crack codes and follow clues around Canterbury's historic streets on an exciting treasure hunt adventure suitable for families with wheelchair access from the Cathedral Precincts.
Indoor Soft Play
Kidz Planet
Let your little ones burn off energy at this action-packed indoor play centre featuring an exciting adventure zone with climbing frames, racing track and ball pit, plus an onsite café for refreshments.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Canterbury Guided Walking Tours
Explore Canterbury's fascinating history and medieval streets on an accessible guided walking tour starting from the iconic Christ Church Gate, with an onsite restaurant for refreshments.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Canterbury Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Embark on an exciting spy-themed adventure through Canterbury's streets, starting from the iconic Cathedral and uncovering landmarks along the way. This pushchair and dog-friendly trail offers families a unique way to explore the city.
Landmarks & Monuments
Canterbury Cathedral
This magnificent medieval cathedral welcomes families with wheelchair access, baby changing facilities and snacks available on-site. Marvel at stunning Gothic architecture where pilgrims have journeyed for centuries.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Espression Interactive Art Studio Cafe
Let your children's creativity flourish at this welcoming ceramic café where families can paint pottery together in accessible surroundings with toilets, baby facilities and nearby parking.
Arcades & Gaming
Sidequest Gamer's Hub Canterbury
This fully accessible Canterbury gaming venue welcomes families with pushchairs and babies, offering wheelchair-friendly facilities and special assistance to ensure everyone can enjoy the gaming experience.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Mudpie Pottery Painting Creative Studio
Unleash your family's artistic side at this welcoming pottery studio where everyone can paint ceramics while enjoying refreshments from the onsite restaurant, with full accessibility and facilities for little ones.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Kingsmead Leisure Centre
This family-focused leisure centre features a swimming pool with diving boards, sports hall and solarium for active days out. Grab refreshments at the on-site cafe after working up an appetite.
Parks & Play Areas
Lower Leas Coastal Park
This Folkestone coastal park features adventure zones for active kids, plus scenic pathways perfect for picnics. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking, toilets and dining options available.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Folkestone Ski Centre
Experience winter sports any time of year at this dry slope centre on Radnor Park Avenue, offering skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing fun for families, plus an onsite restaurant.
Beaches & Coastline
Dymchurch Beach
This Kent seaside spot delights families with its sandy shores and seasonal donkey rides, offering wheelchair access, parking, and picnic-friendly facilities along the Sea Wall.
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