Things to Do in Leavesden

Railways & Transport

Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure

Step aboard the iconic steam locomotive and experience the magic of travelling to Hogwarts School at this immersive railway attraction within the famous film studio tour.

Boat Tours & Cruises

Harry Potter Studio Tour London, Warner Bros

Step into the actual film sets, discover authentic costumes and props from the beloved wizarding series, with pushchair-friendly access throughout this must-visit cinematic experience.

Parks & Play Areas

Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park Watford

Test your agility on challenging obstacle courses inspired by the hit TV show, with thrilling climbs and jumps suitable for all ages in a fully accessible venue with family facilities.

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Watford

Strike up family fun at this modern ten-pin bowling venue in Garston's Woodside Leisure Park, complete with an onsite restaurant, baby facilities and full wheelchair access including adapted toilets.

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Watford

Experience the latest blockbusters in comfort at this accessible Watford cinema, offering family-friendly screenings, dining options, and facilities including baby changing and wheelchair access.

Historic Houses & Gardens

Cheslyn House and Gardens

Let little ones run free across magnificent landscaped grounds while you unwind in this peaceful Watford retreat, perfect for family picnics and leisurely afternoon escapes.

National Parks & Reserves

Whippendell Woods

Set off on a woodland adventure at this Watford nature haven, where children can splash in shallow streams, spot wildlife among ancient trees, and discover diverse habitats perfect for family exploration.

Parks & Play Areas

Cassiobury Park

This sprawling 190-acre parkland delights families with nature trails, a splash park for cooling off, and abundant wildlife spotting opportunities, plus picnic areas and onsite dining options.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Eat, Drink, Play - Topgolf Watford

Combine family fun with competitive golf games at this high-tech entertainment venue featuring an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and convenient parking in Watford.

Sports Facilities

Topgolf Watford

Experience year-round golfing entertainment at this Bushey Mill Lane venue, where families can test their skills on an 18-hole course featuring exciting water hazards in a fully accessible setting.

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Krafty Koala Pottery Cafe

Let your family's creativity flourish at this welcoming pottery café where everyone can paint ceramics in a fully accessible space with baby changing facilities and pushchair-friendly areas throughout.

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Watford

Experience blockbuster movies at this nine-screen multiplex featuring an impressive 475-seat IMAX Laser theatre, conveniently situated within Watford's main shopping centre.

Climbing & Bouldering

Rock Up Watford

Scale colourful walls and test your skills at this accessible indoor climbing centre welcoming adventurers from age 4 upwards, with routes to challenge every ability level in a family-friendly environment.

Inflatable & Bounce Parks

Flip Out Watford

This wheelchair-friendly trampoline park welcomes families with pushchairs and offers baby changing facilities, making it an ideal active adventure for all ages in the heart of the shopping centre.

Laser Tag Arenas

Laser Planet Watford

Battle through an exciting sci-fi laser tag experience perfect for ages 9 and up, with an onsite restaurant to refuel between missions at this high-energy Watford venue.

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Watford

Race around an exciting indoor circuit stretching half a kilometre at this adrenaline-pumping karting venue, perfect for all skill levels from first-timers to racing enthusiasts.

Paintball Hertfordshire

Experience adrenaline-fuelled action at this outdoor paintball venue near Bricket Lodge, perfect for older children and adults seeking tactical combat games in woodland terrain.

Paintball Centres

KidsPaintball Watford

Action-packed paintball sessions await families at this Lye Lane venue, complete with onsite parking, toilets and snacks available to keep everyone energised throughout the day.

Indoor Soft Play

Parents Paradise

This Bushey play centre lets little ones burn energy in a safe indoor environment, with a café for grown-ups, party packages and baby changing facilities available on site.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Sports City Watford

Active families can enjoy sports and games at this leisure venue inside Watford's Atria Shopping Centre, where you're welcome to pack a picnic and on-site parking makes visits easy.

Skiing & Snowboarding

The Snow Centre

Experience Britain's biggest indoor teaching slope with genuine snow throughout the year, plus a restaurant and facilities making it perfect for families seeking winter sports fun near Hemel Hempstead.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Mulligans Hemel Hempstead

An action-packed entertainment venue featuring crazy golf, electro-darts and ping pong at Jarman Park, ideal for family outings and celebrations with pushchair-friendly facilities throughout.

Indoor Soft Play

DJ's Play Park

Let young ones burn off energy at this Hemel Hempstead indoor venue featuring climbing frames, imaginative play zones and exciting go-karts, plus an onsite café and family-friendly facilities.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Next Thing Education

An activity centre in Berkhamsted offering educational experiences for families, with parking and toilet facilities available but limited accessibility and no food options on-site.

Ice & Roller Skating

Planet Ice Hemel Hempstead

Glide around the rink at this Jarmans Park ice skating venue, offering fun-filled family sessions, themed disco nights and coaching for those wanting to improve their skills.

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Hemel Hempstead

Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites at this modern multiplex cinema in Jarman Park, featuring wheelchair access, onsite parking and a tasty snack bar.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Haven Holiday Parks

Discover seaside breaks across more than 40 UK coastal parks, offering caravans, lodges and cottages with family-friendly facilities including accessible amenities and picnic-friendly spaces.

Adventure Golf

Footgolf Rickmansworth

Kick a football around an 18-hole course in this fun twist on traditional golf at Rickmansworth, with wheelchair access, onsite parking and facilities for all the family.

Indoor Soft Play

Wonder Village

Located in Hemel Hempstead's Marlowes Centre, this fully accessible indoor play venue welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, plus baby changing facilities on-site.

Birthday Party Venues

Laser Quest Hemel Hempstead

Battle through futuristic mazes in this action-packed laser tag arena on Marlowes, perfect for birthday celebrations with on-site refreshments and space to bring your own party food.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Apollo Activities Centre

Try your hand at archery, rifle shooting and axe throwing surrounded by woodland at this outdoor adventure centre near St Albans, complete with onsite dining and picnic-friendly grounds.

National Parks & Reserves

Rickmansworth Aquadrome Nature Reserve

This 41-hectare nature reserve features twin lakes, woodland trails and play areas where families can spot wildlife, enjoy waterside picnics and explore accessible paths year-round.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Elstree Aerodrome

Experience the thrill of aviation at this working airfield near Borehamwood, featuring an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly grounds with parking and facilities available.

Museums & Galleries

Verulamium Museum

Step into Roman Britain at this fascinating museum featuring ancient floor mosaics, interactive exhibits and family-friendly activities. Fully accessible throughout for wheelchairs and pushchairs.