Things to Do in Heywood

Indoor Soft Play

Planet Play

Young adventurers can burn off energy at this Heywood soft play centre, where pushchairs are welcome throughout though families should note limited facilities for babies and wheelchair users.

Live Events & Concerts

Gandeys Circus

Experience spectacular big-top entertainment with thrilling acrobats, daring performers and family-friendly shows at this traditional circus, conveniently located at Trafford Centre with full wheelchair and pushchair access.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Huntfun Manchester

Explore Manchester's landmarks through an engaging treasure hunt that challenges families to crack clues as they navigate the city streets, starting from the historic Cathedral.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Little Play Town Heywood

Young children can explore themed play zones and imaginative role-play areas at this indoor activity centre, complete with refreshments and baby-changing facilities for family convenience.

Railways & Transport

Springfield Park Model Railway

Take a ride on this charming miniature railway running every Sunday, set within parkland featuring a children's play area and pond, with onsite parking and toilet facilities available.

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Rochdale

Bowl a perfect game at this modern entertainment venue offering computerised ten-pin lanes, thrilling laser quest battles, arcade fun, plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling between activities.

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Rochdale

Catch the latest blockbusters across nine big screens at this Sandbrook Way cinema, offering snacks, accessible facilities and nearby parking for memorable family movie outings.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Bowlee Park Golf Range

Perfect your swing at this accessible Manchester golf range offering practice facilities for all skill levels, with onsite parking and toilets making it convenient for family visits.

Museums & Galleries

Touchstones Museum and Gallery

Discover interactive exhibits and fascinating displays at this welcoming Rochdale venue, where families can explore art and local history with wheelchair access, onsite dining and nearby parking.

Ice & Roller Skating

Roller City Rochdale

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned skater, Roller City Rochdale on Platting Lane offers fun-filled skating sessions for everyone, complete with exciting disco nights and roller derby action.

Parks & Play Areas

Tandle Hill Country Park

This 48-hectare Royton parkland offers families woodland trails, open grasslands and wildlife spotting opportunities, complete with a play area, café serving snacks, and full facilities including accessible toilets.

Farm Parks

Lancaster Park & Animal Farm

Meet friendly farm residents from fluffy rabbits to horses at this welcoming Chadderton animal attraction, where families can enjoy hands-on encounters and bring along a picnic for a fun day out.

Clay And Glaze

Unleash your creativity at this hands-on pottery studio where visitors of all ages can design and paint their own ceramic masterpieces. Free parking available with accessible spaces.

Arcades & Gaming

Arcade Club

Step into Britain's largest vintage and modern gaming paradise where families can enjoy unlimited play across hundreds of classic arcade machines and consoles, with refreshments available on-site.

Adventure Golf

Putt & Play Rochdale

Tee off at this wheelchair and pushchair-friendly riverside mini golf venue, where families can enjoy accessible crazy golf alongside refreshments and arcade games for a complete day out.

Adventure Golf

HUKD Bury

Play illuminated mini golf in a dazzling neon setting perfect for all the family. Fully accessible with ramps, lifts and baby changing facilities available throughout.

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Bury

Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Rock Place, featuring ten-pin lanes plus arcade games like Pacman Smash, with an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and parking available.

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Bury

Watch the latest family films in comfort at this 10-screen cinema in the heart of Bury, complete with accessible facilities, baby changing rooms and refreshments to keep everyone happy.

Museums & Galleries

The Fusilier Museum

Discover military history and heritage at this compact museum on Moss Street, where visitors can grab a bite at the onsite restaurant while exploring exhibits dedicated to the Fusiliers regiment.

Trails & Treasure Hunts

East Lancashire Mystery Treasure Trail

Turn your family into detectives on this self-guided crime-solving adventure through Bury's streets. Follow clues from Bolton Street to crack the case while exploring East Lancashire together.

Railways & Transport

East Lancashire Railway

Step aboard heritage trains for a nostalgic journey through Lancashire's countryside, with transport museum access and family-friendly events throughout the year at this authentic steam railway experience.

Parks & Play Areas

Heaton Park

Manchester's largest green space spans over 600 acres with attractions including farmyard animals, boating adventures, a miniature railway and adventure playground perfect for active family days out.

Indoor Soft Play

Sparkles Play Centre

This Royton soft play venue keeps energetic youngsters entertained with an onsite restaurant for refreshments, though families should note the lack of accessible facilities and baby-changing areas.

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Zip World Manchester

Scale new heights at this thrilling treetop adventure course in Heaton Park, featuring aerial challenges and zip lines perfect for adventurous families seeking an adrenaline rush together.

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Js Play and Party Centre

An energetic indoor play venue at Melbourne Commercial Centre featuring climbing frames and slides for active kids, plus an onsite restaurant serving refreshments for hungry families.

Parks & Play Areas

Burrs Country Park

This picturesque Bury park welcomes families with riverside trails, angling spots and heritage features to discover. Fully accessible with baby facilities and pram-friendly paths throughout.

Indoor Soft Play

Wacky Warehouse - Paper Mill

Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play venue on Pilsworth Road, featuring climbing frames, slides and activity zones. Family-friendly facilities include an onsite restaurant, baby changing areas and wheelchair access throughout.

Museums & Galleries

The Manchester Museum

Explore fascinating collections spanning natural history and world cultures at this free university museum, where hands-on activities in the Discovery Centre bring learning to life for all ages.

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Mayhem

Young adventurers can climb, bounce and play across exciting multi-storey frames at this Radcliffe indoor centre, complete with ball pools and a safe space for little ones to toddle and tumble.

Arts & Crafts Workshops

The Pottery

Get creative at this hands-on studio where families can craft their own ceramic masterpieces together. Fully accessible venue with baby changing facilities and assistance available for wheelchair users.

Indoor Soft Play

Play Oldham

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue features an onsite restaurant and baby changing facilities, with free parking available at the Laurel Trading Estate location.

Indoor Soft Play

Funtastic Play Centre

This Radcliffe indoor play venue features modern climbing frames and slides for energetic kids, plus dedicated toddler sessions, onsite parking and a snack bar for hungry families.