Things to Do in NETTLESWORTH

Indoor Soft Play

Holmside Park

Durham's action-packed activity venue features bouncy obstacle courses, archery and skating alongside accessible facilities, dining options and a welcoming policy for families with young children.

Parks & Play Areas

Riverside Park Chester-le-Street

This expansive parkland offers families a fantastic splash pad alongside extensive play zones, scenic walking trails and beautiful gardens, plus handy facilities including refreshments, parking and accessible amenities.

Parks & Play Areas

Adventure Valley

This Durham farm-based attraction combines outdoor adventure zones with indoor play spaces and friendly farmyard animals, keeping energetic youngsters entertained for hours. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.

Indoor Soft Play

Dream Big Role Play Centre

Let imaginations run wild at this Durham role play venue where children can explore creative scenarios in a safe indoor environment, complete with café facilities and accessible amenities for all families.

Historic Houses & Gardens

Crook Hall & Gardens

Step into this enchanting Durham retreat where little ones can explore a meadow maze while families wander through four distinct gardens, including a hidden walled sanctuary surrounded by centuries of history.

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Infinite Air Trampoline Park

Let active kids burn off energy across a vast indoor bouncing arena at Durham's New Ferens Park, where snacks keep everyone fueled for action-packed trampoline fun.

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Diggerland Durham

Let young builders live their dreams operating real diggers, dumpers and construction vehicles at this hands-on adventure park where kids command heavy machinery in a safe, thrilling environment.

Castles & Palaces

Durham Castle

Step into a millennium of medieval heritage at this working university college where children under 16 explore free. Family-friendly facilities include picnic areas and full accessibility.

Landmarks & Monuments

Durham Cathedral

This magnificent Norman cathedral welcomes families with accessible facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair-friendly access, plus you can enjoy your own picnic on the historic grounds.

Farm Parks

East Grange Farm

A welcoming children's farm offering hands-on animal encounters with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby facilities, on-site refreshments and picnic-friendly grounds.

Historic Houses & Gardens

Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens

Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens, listed under Historic Houses & Gardens, near USHAW MOOR.

Boat Tours & Cruises

Prince Bishop River Cruiser

Embark on a scenic river journey from Durham's historic Elvet Bridge, with onboard dining available as you cruise along the waterway and admire the city's stunning riverside views.

Sailing & Kayaking

Wear Canoes

Paddle along the river with your family at this beginner-friendly canoeing spot just outside Durham, welcoming children aged six and up for fun on the water whatever their skill level.

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TopGear Karting

Race through an electrifying indoor karting circuit featuring dramatic lighting effects and a pumping disco soundtrack, perfect for young drivers aged 9 and up seeking thrills in Durham.

Museums & Galleries

Oriental Museum

Discover fascinating artefacts from across Asia at Durham's specialist collection, featuring accessible facilities and onsite parking—perfect for families exploring Eastern cultures together.

Parks & Play Areas

Durham Botanic Garden

Explore exotic flora from rainforests to deserts plus fascinating creepy-crawlies including tarantulas at this international plant collection. Family facilities include restaurant, picnic areas and parking.

Indoor Soft Play

Pineapple and Bears

Horse Riding

Pockerley Riding School

Based at Pockerley Buildings Farm in Beamish, this riding school offers equestrian experiences for families looking to enjoy horse riding activities in a traditional farm setting.

Museums & Galleries

Beamish Open Air Museum

Step back in time at this award-winning living museum where costumed characters bring Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian North East England vividly to life through interactive experiences and historic buildings.

Indoor Soft Play

South Durham Gymnastics

An active play venue where little ones can bounce, climb and tumble in a safe environment, with baby-changing facilities and pushchair access throughout for families with young children.