# 30 Family days out in Nottingham (2026)

> 30 family days out in Nottingham, best reviewed first — including Wollaton Hall and Deer Park Mystery Treasure Trail. Ratings, locations and details.

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30 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 1 September 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All attractions and things to do in Nottingham](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions)

[Families 31](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/family-friendly) [Dog-friendly 12](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/dog-friendly)

[Nottingham Wollaton Hall and Deer Park Mystery Treasure Trail ★ 4.7 (14,021) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/wollaton-hall-and-deer-park-mystery-treasure-trail) [Nottingham Wollaton Hall and Park ★ 4.7 (14,021) This magnificent Tudor mansion houses Nottingham's Natural History and Industrial Museums within stunning parkland perfect for family picnics, with full accessibility and dining facilities onsite.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/wollaton-hall-and-park) [Nottingham Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham ★ 4.6 (7,093) Enjoy blockbuster movies on impressive XPlus screens at this modern Lenton cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient on-site parking for families.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/showcase-cinema-de-lux-nottingham) [Nottingham Newstead Abbey ★ 4.7 (5,058) Step into the former residence of the celebrated poet Lord Byron, where magnificent period rooms and landscaped grounds tell centuries of captivating stories in beautiful Nottinghamshire surroundings.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/newstead-abbey) [Nottingham Rushcliffe Country Park ★ 4.7 (3,895) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/rushcliffe-country-park) [Nottingham Attenborough Nature Reserve ★ 4.7 (3,793) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/attenborough-nature-reserve) [Nottingham National Justice Museum ★ 4.7 (2,269) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/national-justice-museum) [Nottingham City of Caves ★ 4.5 (3,121) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/city-of-caves) [Nottingham Nottingham Castle ★ 4.1 (6,332) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/nottingham-castle) [Nottingham Highfields Park Nottingham ★ 4.6 (1,657) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/highfields-park-nottingham) [Nottingham Kitty Cafe Nottingham ★ 4.1 (3,968) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/kitty-cafe-nottingham) [Nottingham Papplewick Pumping Station ★ 4.8 (1,155) Step back in time at this beautifully preserved Victorian water pumping station in Ravenshead, featuring ornate Victorian engineering and historic steam engines that once supplied Nottingham's water.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/papplewick-pumping-station) [Newark Break Escape Nottingham ★ 5.0 (796) Located on Market Street in the heart of Nottingham, this exciting escape room venue challenges families to solve puzzles and crack codes together. Baby changing facilities available though access limited.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/break-escape-nottingham) [Nottingham The Lost City Adventure Golf ★ 4.4 (1,786) Putt your way through an exciting themed mini-golf course perfect for families, with accessible facilities, nearby parking, and snacks available at Burton Street's Cornerhouse location.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/the-lost-city-adventure-golf) [Nottingham Green's Mill and Science Centre ★ 4.5 (1,260) Explore hands-on science experiments and watch a working windmill in action at this fascinating Sneinton attraction combining interactive exhibits with historic engineering heritage.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/green-s-mill-and-science-centre) [Nottingham Holme Pierrepont Country Park ★ 4.3 (1,756) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/holme-pierrepont-country-park) [Nottingham RedKangaroo Nottingham ★ 4.4 (1,370) Experience wall-to-wall trampoline action at this energetic indoor activity centre, offering bouncing fun for all ages with pushchair-friendly access and baby changing facilities available.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/redkangaroo-nottingham) [Nottingham Cineworld Nottingham ★ 4.0 (2,684) This 14-screen multiplex at the Cornerhouse delivers big blockbusters and family-friendly screenings, complete with ice cream treats and wheelchair access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/cineworld-nottingham) [Nottingham MeetspaceVR Nottingham ★ 4.7 (682) Step into cutting-edge virtual reality adventures at this Nottingham gaming venue, where families can explore immersive free-roam experiences together in a wheelchair-accessible facility.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/meetspacevr-nottingham) [Nottingham Planet Bounce ★ 4.2 (1,319) Bouncing fun awaits visitors aged 4-65 at this exciting inflatable park on Huntingdon Street, complete with onsite dining, accessible facilities and nearby parking for a perfect family day out.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/planet-bounce) [Nottingham Slick City Action Park Nottingham ★ 4.3 (1,000) This Nottingham indoor adventure venue on Redfield Road delivers active fun for families, with baby changing facilities and special assistance available, though some zones have limited accessibility.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/slick-city-action-park-nottingham) [Nottingham Floralands Farm Park ★ 4.3 (805) Get up close with adorable animals like alpacas, donkeys, sheep and pigs at this welcoming farm park in Lambley. Perfect for families with onsite facilities including a restaurant, picnic areas and baby changing rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/floralands-farm-park) [Nottingham Pirates Play Centre ★ 4.2 (836) Young adventurers can explore a thrilling three-storey soft play kingdom filled with fun challenges and obstacles in Sherwood, perfect for energetic kids to climb, slide and play.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/pirates-play-centre) [Nottingham Nottingham Industrial Museum ★ 4.7 (285) Discover the engineering heritage of Nottingham at this fascinating museum housed within Wollaton Hall's historic stables, featuring steam engines, transport exhibits and industrial machinery with wheelchair access.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/nottingham-industrial-museum) [Nottingham Quasar Nottingham ★ 4.3 (317) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/quasar-nottingham) [Nottingham Jurassic Cove Adventure Golf ★ 4.2 (284) Putt your way through a prehistoric-themed mini golf course where dinosaurs rule and every hole brings a new challenge for all ages and abilities, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/jurassic-cove-adventure-golf) [Nottingham Wacky Warehouse - Plank & Leggit ★ 4.4 (157) Let little ones burn off energy at this Sawley Bridge indoor play centre featuring soft play equipment, an onsite restaurant, and family-friendly facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/wacky-warehouse-plank-leggit) [Nottingham Si5 Spy Missions Nottingham ★ 4.0 (185) Take on secret agent challenges and race against time to prevent a catastrophic missile launch at this thrilling spy-themed adventure centre in the heart of Nottingham.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/si5-spy-missions-nottingham) [Nottingham Tumble Town Indoor Playcentre ★ 4.0 (169) Young adventurers can climb, slide and explore safely at this Arnold soft play venue, complete with parking and an onsite café serving meals and snacks for hungry families.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/tumble-town-indoor-playcentre) [Nottingham The Dovecote Barn- Cafe, Bar & Bistro ★ 4.9 (28) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/the-dovecote-barn-cafe-bar-bistro)

## Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Nottingham?+

We list 30 in Nottingham. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Nottingham are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park Mystery Treasure Trail (4.7/5, 14,021 reviews), Wollaton Hall and Park (4.7/5, 14,021 reviews) and Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham (4.6/5, 7,093 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.