Things to Do in Old Dalby

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

Nottingham Raceway Karting

Race around the outdoor track at this thrilling karting venue on the Fosse Way, featuring an onsite restaurant and parking. Perfect for speed-loving families who can pack a picnic too.

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump Giants Loughborough

Experience high-flying fun at this action-packed trampoline centre featuring more than 100 interconnected trampolines, plus thrilling obstacles including ninja challenges and balance beams.

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.

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Kick Up The Arts Melton

Get hands-on with creative workshops and artistic activities at this Bell Centre venue, though families should note limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs across certain areas.

Farm Parks

Stonehurst Family Farm and Museum

Meet the animals and discover rural heritage at this genuine working farm in Mountsorrel, where families can enjoy hands-on experiences, picnic areas and onsite dining.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Jungle Bugs

Museums & Galleries

Melton Carnegie Museum

This compact museum on Thorpe Road offers fascinating local heritage displays with an onsite restaurant, though visitors should note limited accessibility and facilities.

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Twinlakes Park

Adventure awaits at this family-focused park near Melton Mowbray, featuring exciting attractions, covered play zones and Red Rooster Farm for animal encounters suitable for all ages.

Indoor Soft Play

Melton Sports Village

This fully accessible sports complex welcomes families with wheelchair users and pushchairs throughout, featuring baby changing facilities to ensure comfort for visitors of all ages.

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.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Leicester

Explore Leicester's city centre through this engaging attraction where families can bring a picnic or enjoy the onsite restaurant. Note that facilities are limited with no toilets or wheelchair access available.

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.

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.

Railways & Transport

Great Central Railway

Step aboard this heritage steam railway for an unforgettable journey through Leicestershire's countryside, with themed events throughout the year and facilities for all the family.

Escape Room Challenges

Break Escape - Escape Rooms in Loughborough

Put your problem-solving skills to the test at this thrilling Loughborough venue, where teams work together against the clock to crack codes and unravel mysteries in immersive themed rooms.

Adventure & Activity Centres

The Hub

A fully accessible family activity centre in Syston offering pushchair and wheelchair-friendly facilities throughout, complete with baby changing areas and dedicated breastfeeding rooms for parents.

Laser Tag Arenas

Laser Quest Loughborough

Battle through an action-packed arena armed with laser packs at this thrilling Loughborough venue, welcoming children aged 6 and up for futuristic combat games that promise excitement for the whole family.

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Loughborough

Catch the latest blockbusters on six big screens at this Loughborough cinema, complete with snacks, accessible seating and convenient town-centre parking for memorable family movie days out.

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Clayrooms Loughborough

Unleash your creativity at this hands-on pottery studio where visitors can paint ceramics and craft their own unique keepsakes. Note that access is limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Charnwood Forest Leicestershire

Explore this ancient woodland landscape in Leicestershire, ideal for nature walks and family adventures. Baby changing facilities available, though some terrain may prove challenging for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Museums & Galleries

Charnwood Museum

Discover Loughborough's heritage through hands-on displays featuring ancient volcanic specimens and burial investigations at this family-friendly museum with full accessibility and dining facilities.

Climbing & Bouldering

The Climbing Station

Scale new heights at this dedicated climbing venue on Empress Road, offering an exciting physical challenge for active families with older children keen to test their skills.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Nottingham Treasure Hunt Trail

Solve puzzles and decode mysteries while discovering a beautiful Victorian arboretum on this interactive walking adventure through Nottingham's historic landmarks starting at Wellington Circus.

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.