Family days out in Nottinghamshire

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.

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.

Mansfield

Sherwood Forest Railway

★ 4.7 (6,043)

Take the family on an authentic steam train adventure through woodland, with plenty of time to enjoy outdoor play and your own packed lunch at this nostalgic railway experience.

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.

Retford

Sundown Adventureland

★ 4.7 (5,681)

This Retford park caters perfectly for younger children with age-appropriate rides and themed play zones. Pushchair-friendly throughout with baby facilities and accessible toilets available.

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.

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.

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.

Newark

Newark Air Museum

★ 4.7 (2,814)

Explore vintage aircraft and aviation heritage at this fascinating museum near Newark, perfect for families with accessible facilities, picnic areas and over 70 historic planes to discover.

Newark

Robin Hoods Wheelgate Park

★ 4.3 (4,832)

Experience thrilling rides including a sky-high launch tower and mirror maze at this Farnsfield adventure park, where wheelchair users can access all areas and families will find baby changing facilities.

Southwell

Southwell Minster

★ 4.8 (1,952)

This magnificent cathedral church welcomes visitors to explore its stunning Norman architecture and peaceful atmosphere, with wheelchair access, nearby parking and an onsite restaurant for refreshments.

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.

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.

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.

Mansfield

ODEON Mansfield

★ 4.2 (3,557)

This eight-screen cinema on Nottingham Road offers the latest blockbusters and classic films in a wheelchair-accessible venue with onsite parking and snacks available to purchase.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Retford

Idle Valley

★ 4.5 (1,328)

Kids can run wild on adventure playground equipment and discover woodland wildlife using special activity packs at this countryside nature site near Retford.

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.

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.

Newark

Thoresby Park

★ 4.5 (1,184)

Enjoy sprawling grounds perfect for family picnics near Ollerton, complete with a complimentary military museum, accessible facilities, and onsite dining options for a full day of outdoor adventure.

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.

Worksop

Clumber Park

★ 4.6 (993)

Discover vast woodlands, a stunning lake and scenic cycling trails at this National Trust estate in Nottinghamshire, perfect for active families seeking outdoor adventures.

Newark

The National Holocaust Centre and Museum

★ 4.8 (731)

This moving museum in Nottinghamshire honours Holocaust victims through powerful exhibitions and educational displays. Facilities include free parking, a restaurant, accessible toilets and picnic areas, though wheelchair access is limited.

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.

Newark

Rufford Abbey Country Park

★ 4.6 (871)

Explore historic abbey ruins set within beautiful parkland offering accessible paths, baby changing facilities, and affordable wheelchair hire at just £1, making it ideal for families of all ages.

Mansfield

Sherwood Pines

★ 4.8 (649)

Discover woodland adventure trails and play areas at this accessible forest park, perfect for families with pushchairs, dogs welcome, plus dining options or bring your own picnic.

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.

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.

Mansfield

Sherwood Forest Country Park

★ 4.6 (683)

Step into legend at this ancient woodland home to the famous Major Oak, where families can explore forest trails, enjoy picnics, and discover Robin Hood's stomping ground with full facilities including a café and accessible paths.

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.

Newark

ODEON Newark

★ 4.1 (1,324)

This five-screen cinema on London Road shows all the latest family blockbusters in a wheelchair-accessible venue with snacks, parking and toilets available on-site.

Newark

National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum

★ 4.5 (620)

Journey through England's turbulent 17th-century conflict at this immersive museum, where interactive displays and a famous canine companion guide you through dramatic tales of battle and rebellion.

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.

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.

Newark

Riverside Park Newark

★ 4.5 (424)

Newark's lively riverside venue hosts year-round family entertainment including festivals, fairground rides and art displays, with parking, toilets and an onsite restaurant for visitor convenience.

Mablethorpe

Russell's International Circus

★ 4.7 (319)

Experience the magic of traditional big-top entertainment at this family circus near Nottingham, complete with wheelchair access, baby facilities, onsite parking and a restaurant.

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.

Mansfield

Mansfield Museum & Art Gallery

★ 4.5 (276)

Mansfield

Playmania Indoor Playcentre

★ 4.2 (412)

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue keeps energetic youngsters entertained with an onsite restaurant for refreshments, though parents should note the absence of toilet and baby changing facilities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Worksop

Wacky Warehouse - Ashley Hotel

★ 4.3 (121)

Let energetic youngsters burn off steam at this indoor adventure playground on Carlton Road, complete with climbing frames, slides and soft play zones. The venue features an onsite restaurant, baby changing rooms and accessible facilities for all families.

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.

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.