Things to Do in Mere Way
27 attractions and days out
Railways & Transport
Great Central Railway Nottingham
Step aboard vintage steam trains for a scenic 10-mile journey across South Nottinghamshire's picturesque countryside, complete with onsite dining and family-friendly facilities including baby changing rooms.
Parks & Play Areas
Rushcliffe Country Park
Explore five miles of scenic trails through meadows and wildlife habitats at this accessible Nottingham green space, welcoming families, dogs and picnickers to enjoy nature and refreshments.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Little Mouse Pottery
Get creative as a family at this welcoming ceramic studio where you can decorate pottery pieces and create keepsake handprints of your little ones, with baby facilities and snacks available on-site.
Adventure & Activity Centres
The Dovecote Barn- Cafe, Bar & Bistro
This accessible Barton venue offers onsite dining with convenient parking and facilities, though families should note there are no baby changing areas and outside food isn't permitted.
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse Goose at Gamston
Children can burn off energy across multiple storeys of soft play equipment at this Nottingham venue, which combines active fun with a family restaurant and full facilities including parking.
Farm Parks
Manor Farm and Woodlands
Explore scenic walking trails through woods and lakeside paths, discover creative willow play areas, and enjoy all-weather fun in the heated indoor zone at this welcoming East Leake farm attraction.
Indoor Soft Play
Hocus Pocus Indoor Play & Party Venue
Kids can burn off energy at this soft play centre on Queens Road, which features climbing frames and slides alongside an onsite café. The venue offers party packages and has excellent facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas.
Cinema & Theatre
Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham
Enjoy blockbuster movies on impressive XPlus screens at this modern Lenton cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient on-site parking for families.
National Parks & Reserves
Highfields Park Nottingham
This scenic Nottingham park offers beautiful lakeside walks and natural landscapes perfect for family picnics, though some paths may prove challenging for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Nottingham
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue featuring 26 lanes, laser tag arena, pool tables and arcade games, plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling between activities.
Indoor Soft Play
Eden Softplay
This Nottingham soft play venue hosts exciting weekend events alongside traditional climbing frames and slides, with an onsite café, full accessibility features and convenient parking at St Saviours Church.
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse Beekeeper
Let little ones climb, slide and explore this indoor play paradise on Meadow Lane while parents relax with food from the onsite restaurant, complete with parking and full facilities.
Parks & Play Areas
Robyn's World
A welcoming community play centre in Nottingham offering accessible fun for all ages, with facilities including baby changing areas, wheelchair access and the option to bring your own picnic.
Parks & Play Areas
Attenborough Nature Reserve
Nestled in Beeston, this nature reserve offers families a chance to explore diverse wildlife habitats while kids can join the Wild Kids Club for outdoor adventures and discovery.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Pot N Kettle Ceramic Cafe
Let your family's creativity flourish at this welcoming ceramic café where everyone can paint pottery while enjoying refreshments from the onsite restaurant in fully accessible, family-friendly surroundings.
Parks & Play Areas
Holme Pierrepont Country Park
This Nottingham country park offers families an exciting mix of water sports and land-based fun, complete with parking, dining options and picnic areas for a brilliant day out.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About Nottingham
Explore the heart of Nottingham city through this engaging attraction that reveals the area's hidden stories and local heritage in an interactive way perfect for curious families.
Castles & Palaces
Nottingham Castle
Explore this magnificent 17th-century mansion perched on its famous rock, where fascinating exhibitions showcase fine art, decorative treasures and the city's rich heritage in an accessible family setting.
Caves & Mines
City of Caves
Journey underground to explore Nottingham's ancient sandstone caves on Garner's Hill, where guided tours led by costumed actors bring centuries of subterranean history to life with interactive family fun.
Museums & Galleries
National Justice Museum
Step into centuries of crime and punishment at this atmospheric museum housed in Nottingham's original courthouse and jail, where interactive exhibits bring notorious criminals and dramatic courtroom tales to life.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Wollaton Hall and Deer Park Mystery Treasure Trail
Explore this historic estate while solving puzzles and uncovering clues in a family-friendly adventure that combines sightseeing with code-cracking fun across the stunning deer park grounds.
Boat Tours & Cruises
The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk
Explore Nottingham's spooky side on this accessible walking tour departing from England's oldest inn, where tales of the city's haunted history come alive through the dark streets and alleyways.
Adventure & Activity Centres
The Adrenalin Jungle
Explore 150 acres of Sherwood Forest packed with exciting outdoor activities perfect for adventurous families, where you can fuel up with snacks or your own picnic between thrills.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Kitty Cafe Nottingham
Enjoy refreshments surrounded by friendly felines at this charming cat café on Friar Lane, offering a relaxing family-friendly space with full accessibility and dining facilities.
Ice & Roller Skating
National Ice Centre
Britain's premier dual-rink venue in Nottingham's historic Lace Market hosts thrilling ice hockey matches and public skating sessions, with full accessibility, dining options and facilities for families.
Museums & Galleries
Green's Mill and Science Centre
Explore hands-on science experiments and watch a working windmill in action at this fascinating Sneinton attraction combining interactive exhibits with historic engineering heritage.
Laser Tag Arenas
Quasar Nottingham
Battle it out in thrilling laser tag combat at this Nottingham venue, perfect for energetic families with older children who love action-packed gaming adventures.
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