Things to Do in Preston

⭐ 5.0

Adventure & Activity Centres

Turbary House Leisure Park

This Preston activity centre welcomes families with excellent accessibility throughout, including full wheelchair and pushchair access, baby changing facilities and dedicated visitor assistance.

⭐ 4.8

Climbing & Bouldering

Boulder UK

Scale exciting indoor climbing walls suitable for all abilities at this family-friendly venue with onsite dining, accessible facilities and baby changing rooms.

⭐ 4.8

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Fired 4 U

Get creative as a family at this welcoming pottery painting venue where little ones and adults can decorate ceramics together. Pushchair-friendly throughout with baby changing facilities available.

⭐ 4.7

Parks & Play Areas

Avenham and Miller Park

Two connected green spaces offering scenic walking paths and outdoor leisure, with convenient parking but limited facilities—note that accessibility is restricted and picnics aren't permitted.

⭐ 4.7

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Preston

Experience high-speed thrills at this indoor karting venue in Bamber Bridge, perfect for families with children aged 8 and over seeking an action-packed racing adventure.

⭐ 4.6

Farm Parks

Bowland Wild Boar Park

Meet free-roaming wild boar and hand-feed friendly meerkats, raccoons and lambs at this interactive farm park near Preston, complete with restaurant facilities and picnic-friendly grounds.

⭐ 4.6

Historic Houses & Gardens

Hoghton Tower

Step back in time at this historic Preston manor house where young adventurers can roam sprawling grounds and discover tales of times past, with refreshments available at the onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.6

Railways & Transport

Ribble Steam Railway

Take a nostalgic journey through Preston's docklands aboard heritage trains at this living museum, where little ones can explore vintage locomotives and discover the area's industrial past through interactive exhibits.

⭐ 4.6

Indoor Soft Play

Wacky Warehouse - Poachers

Let your little ones burn off energy at this Bamber Bridge indoor play centre, complete with soft play equipment, onsite restaurant and family-friendly facilities including baby changing and parking.

⭐ 4.6

Parks & Play Areas

Withy Grove Park

This extensive playground on Brindle Road offers fantastic free play equipment suitable for youngsters of every age, with parking, toilets and picnic areas making it ideal for family days out.

⭐ 4.5

Garden Centres & Home

Barton Grange Garden Centre

This fully accessible garden centre welcomes families with wheelchairs and pushchairs, offering onsite dining facilities alongside plants and home inspiration for all ages.

⭐ 4.5

Museums & Galleries

Harris Museum, Art Gallery and Library

Discover fascinating exhibitions and interactive displays at this impressive Market Square venue where culture meets creativity, plus enjoy family-friendly activities, an onsite restaurant and excellent facilities for all ages.

⭐ 4.5

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Preston

Strike up family fun at this accessible Preston bowling venue offering fully wheelchair-friendly facilities, baby changing areas, and dedicated breastfeeding rooms for parents with little ones.

⭐ 4.5

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Preston

Catch the latest blockbusters across seven big screens at this Preston cinema, complete with snacks and accessible facilities for a comfortable family movie experience.

⭐ 4.4

Arcades & Gaming

Belong Preston

Step into this modern gaming venue at St Georges Shopping Centre where families can enjoy the latest video games and esports in a social café atmosphere, complete with onsite dining and wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.4

Trails & Treasure Hunts

The Preston Spy Mission Treasure Trail

Explore Preston's streets on this self-led detective adventure where families solve puzzles and hunt for hidden clues along Winckley Street. Pushchair and dog-friendly with flexible pacing for all ages.

⭐ 4.4

Sightseeing & Attractions

Timed Trap

Beat the clock with your family in one of three thrilling escape room challenges at this Preston venue, where quick thinking and teamwork are essential to break free before time runs out.

⭐ 4.3

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Ninja Adventure

Test your agility on thrilling aerial challenges and virtual reality experiences at this action-packed Preston venue, complete with onsite dining and facilities for active families.

⭐ 4.3

Indoor Soft Play

Rascals Party and Play Centre

This Preston play venue features dual indoor zones with go-karts, slides and football for under-12s, plus an onsite restaurant and accessible facilities with free parking at Capitol Trade Park.

⭐ 4.2

Indoor Soft Play

Mini's Party and Play Centre

Young adventurers can climb, bounce and explore this action-packed soft play venue featuring ball pits, climbing frames and a separate zone for littler ones, plus an onsite café serving family meals.

⭐ 4.0

Indoor Soft Play

Fuzzy Ed's Highfield Restaurant

Let little ones burn off energy in this fun-filled soft play centre, complete with an onsite restaurant, parking and baby changing facilities to make your family visit hassle-free.

⭐ 4.0

Bowling Alleys

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This action-packed Preston leisure centre combines ten pin bowling with laser tag, crazy golf and karaoke under one roof, offering fully accessible indoor entertainment for all ages.

⭐ 4.0

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Preston

This 10-screen multiplex cinema in Riversway shows current blockbusters and classic films, with wheelchair access, on-site parking, and snacks available to purchase during your visit.

⭐ 3.6

Indoor Soft Play

Wacky Warehouse - Phantom Winger

Let energetic kids burn off steam at this lively indoor play centre on Garstang Road, complete with climbing frames, slides and soft play zones. Parents can relax with refreshments while little ones explore.