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Things to Do in Sandwich

45 attractions and days out

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Betteshanger Park ⭐ 4.5 2.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Betteshanger Park

This family-friendly park on Sandwich Road features woodland trails, mountain biking routes spanning five miles, and diverse wildlife spotting opportunities. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.

Trails & Treasure Hunts
Deal Treasure Hunt Treasure Trail 4.3 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Deal Treasure Hunt Treasure Trail

Explore Deal's charming streets and seafront through an engaging family treasure trail that begins on West Street, combining fresh coastal breezes with puzzle-solving adventure.

Beaches & Coastline
Deal Beach ⭐ 4.6 4.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Deal Beach

Enjoy a classic seaside day out on this extensive pebble shoreline in Kent, complete with an impressive Victorian pier stretching into the sea and convenient onsite facilities including parking and toilets.

Tides Leisure Centre ⭐ 3.7 4.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Tides Leisure Centre

This Deal leisure complex offers family swimming fun plus indoor tennis courts, complete with on-site dining, parking and full accessibility features including baby changing facilities.

Deal Castle ⭐ 4.4 4.7 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Deal Castle

Visit Henry VIII's impressive Tudor fortress on the Kent coast, featuring historic artillery displays and panoramic sea views from the battlements.

Zoos & Animal Parks
Wingham Wildlife Park ⭐ 4.7 4.7 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Wingham Wildlife Park

Experience incredible wildlife near Canterbury, from majestic big cats to playful primates, plus an exciting dinosaur trail. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs with family facilities throughout.

Parks & Play Areas
Monkton Nature Reserve 5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Monkton Nature Reserve

Explore wildlife and woodland trails at this welcoming nature reserve with picnic areas, an onsite restaurant, and family facilities including baby changing rooms and free parking.

Walmer Beach ⭐ 4.8 5 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Walmer Beach

Enjoy a pebble beach adventure in Kent perfect for family picnics and four-legged friends, with wheelchair access making it an inclusive seaside destination for all to enjoy.

Solley's Ice Cream Parlour ⭐ 5.0 5.1 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Solley's Ice Cream Parlour

Treat your family to delicious locally-made ice cream at this Kent countryside parlour, which offers baby changing facilities and scenic farm trails to explore.

Museums & Galleries
Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum 5.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum

Step back in time at this atmospheric airfield museum showcasing lovingly restored iconic WWII aircraft including a Spitfire MK XVI and Hurricane IIC that bring British aviation history to life.

Ramsgate Main Sands ⭐ 4.5 5.5 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Ramsgate Main Sands

A traditional seaside spot on Marine Esplanade offering golden sands perfect for family picnics, with convenient parking, toilets and snack vendors nearby for a classic British beach day out.

Ramsgate Tunnels ⭐ 4.7 5.7 mi away

Caves & Mines

Ramsgate Tunnels

Explore wartime air raid shelters deep beneath the streets on a guided underground adventure through historic passages that protected thousands of residents during WWII bombing raids.

Walmer Castle and Gardens ⭐ 4.7 5.8 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Walmer Castle and Gardens

This historic fortress turned stately home features elegant rooms once used by royalty, plus award-winning gardens perfect for families to explore. Enjoy the onsite restaurant and convenient parking facilities.

Indoor Soft Play
Bumble Beez 6 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Bumble Beez

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue on Pysons Road welcomes active families, though visitors should note the lack of toilet facilities and restrictions on bringing outside food.

Arts & Crafts Workshops
Under 1 Roof ⭐ 4.3 6.2 mi away

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Under 1 Roof

Let little ones explore role-play zones including a theatre and salon at this soft play venue designed for under-fives, complete with sensory experiences and an onsite café.

Vue Thanet (Westwood Cross) ⭐ 4.4 6.2 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Thanet (Westwood Cross)

Catch the latest blockbusters and family films at this modern Westwood Cross cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient on-site parking for an easy day out.

Elev8 Broadstairs ⭐ 4.5 6.4 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Elev8 Broadstairs

Bounce into action at this vibrant trampoline park offering pushchair-friendly facilities, baby changing areas, and dedicated breastfeeding spaces for families with young children.

Hollywood Bowl Westwood Cross ⭐ 4.2 6.4 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Westwood Cross

Strike up family fun at this fully accessible bowling venue where parents with pushchairs and wheelchair users can easily enjoy all areas, plus baby changing facilities are on hand for little ones.

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Westwood Cross ⭐ 4.4 6.5 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Westwood Cross

Jump into action at this exciting indoor trampoline venue on Margate Road, featuring challenging obstacle courses and bouncing zones perfect for all ages, rain or shine.

Powell-Cotton Museum ⭐ 4.6 6.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Powell-Cotton Museum

Set within Quex Park's historic grounds, this family-friendly museum welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing rooms and affordable mobility aid hire.

Jungle Jims Birchington ⭐ 4.3 6.6 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Jims Birchington

Kids can climb, bounce and explore through exciting play zones filled with slides, ball pools and rope challenges at this Quex Park soft play venue with its own café.

The WonderWorks ⭐ 4.7 6.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The WonderWorks

Discover the fascinating story behind iconic Hornby toys through interactive displays showcasing classic models and innovative designs that have delighted generations of enthusiasts.

Lillyputt Mini Golf ⭐ 4.5 7.2 mi away

Adventure Golf

Lillyputt Mini Golf

Enjoy a fun round of crazy golf at this Victoria Parade course in Thanet, with an onsite restaurant offering refreshments and snacks throughout your visit.

Botany Bay ⭐ 5.0 7.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Botany Bay

Explore Marine Drive's stunning coastal gem where dramatic white cliffs frame sandy shores perfect for discovering sea creatures in natural tidal pools, with restaurant facilities and parking on site.

Viking Bay ⭐ 4.6 7.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Viking Bay

This crescent-shaped Broadstairs beach welcomes families with surfing lessons, amusements and dining facilities, plus convenient parking and onsite amenities for a perfect seaside day out.

East Kent Railway ⭐ 4.6 7.4 mi away

Railways & Transport

East Kent Railway

Step aboard vintage carriages at Shepherdswell for a nostalgic journey through Kent's scenic landscape, complete with accessible facilities, onsite dining and free parking for families.

West Bay Beach ⭐ 4.6 7.5 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

West Bay Beach

This wheelchair-accessible Margate beach offers convenient facilities including toilets, onsite dining and nearby parking, making it perfect for a seaside day out with the family.

Revolution Skatepark ⭐ 4.6 7.6 mi away

Sport & Fitness

Revolution Skatepark

This fully accessible indoor skatepark at Oakwood Industrial Estate welcomes wheelchair users and families with pushchairs, offering special assistance to ensure everyone can enjoy the action-packed facilities.

Revolution Climbing Centre ⭐ 4.6 7.6 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Revolution Climbing Centre

Experience thrilling wall climbs suitable for beginners through to experts at this welcoming Broadstairs venue, complete with pushchair access and baby changing facilities for visiting families.

Beaches & Coastline
Minnis Bay ⭐ 4.5 7.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Minnis Bay

This sandy Kent beach offers classic seaside fun for families who love exploring rock pools and splashing in gentle waters, with wheelchair access and picnic-friendly shores.

Howletts Wild Animal Park ⭐ 4.5 7.8 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Howletts Wild Animal Park

Meet magnificent wildlife at this family-friendly Bekesbourne park featuring interactive keeper talks, animal feeding times and children's play areas, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Strokes Adventure Golf ⭐ 4.6 7.9 mi away

Adventure Golf

Strokes Adventure Golf

Enjoy a fun round of adventure golf on Westbrook Promenade with family and friends, though the course has limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs due to the terrain.

Lost Island Indoor Golf ⭐ 4.4 8 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Lost Island Indoor Golf

Experience adventure-themed indoor mini golf at this Margate attraction featuring accessible courses for all ages and abilities, with baby changing facilities and nearby parking options.

Margate Main Sands ⭐ 4.4 8.1 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Margate Main Sands

This popular sandy stretch along Marine Terrace offers classic seaside fun with onsite dining options and facilities including toilets, perfect for families seeking traditional beach days by the Kent coast.

The Shell Grotto ⭐ 4.5 8.2 mi away

Caves & Mines

The Shell Grotto

Step underground to discover mysterious passageways adorned with thousands of shells in elaborate mosaics at this unique Victorian-era subterranean wonder on Grotto Hill.

Turner Contemporary ⭐ 4.1 8.3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Turner Contemporary

This wheelchair-accessible art gallery in Rendezvous offers rotating exhibitions with an onsite restaurant for refreshments. Nearby parking available, though families should note there are no baby changing facilities.

The Escapement Margate ⭐ 4.9 8.3 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Escapement Margate

Race against the clock in thrilling escape room adventures where families solve puzzles together, from breaking free of Egyptian tombs to outsmarting sea-faring rogues in just one hour.

Bugsy’s Bowling ⭐ 4.3 8.5 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Bugsy’s Bowling

Strike up family fun at this fully accessible bowling venue on Ethelbert Crescent, complete with onsite dining, baby facilities and convenient parking nearby.

The Oval Bandstand and Lawns ⭐ 4.4 8.5 mi away

Live Events & Concerts

The Oval Bandstand and Lawns

This welcoming open-air venue hosts live music and family events with excellent accessibility, including baby facilities, dog-friendly lawns, and refreshments available throughout your visit.

Dover District Leisure Centre ⭐ 4.3 8.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Dover District Leisure Centre

This modern leisure facility at Whitecliff Business Park welcomes families with wheelchair access, onsite dining, and picnic-friendly policies, though baby changing isn't available.

Joss Bay ⭐ 4.6 8.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Joss Bay

This popular Broadstairs beach offers golden sands with onsite parking, toilets and a restaurant serving food and snacks, though visitors should note it lacks wheelchair access and baby facilities.

St Margarets Bay ⭐ 4.2 8.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

St Margarets Bay

Discover this charming Kent coastal spot featuring a golden shingle beach perfect for picnics, with rock pools to explore and wheelchair-friendly access for all the family to enjoy.

Dover Transport Museum ⭐ 4.8 8.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dover Transport Museum

Step back in time at this volunteer-run collection celebrating Britain's motoring heritage, featuring vintage vehicles and transport memorabilia in Whitfield with wheelchair access and onsite parking.

Kingsgate Bay ⭐ 4.7 8.8 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Kingsgate Bay

This wheelchair-accessible Kent beach welcomes families and their four-legged friends to enjoy golden sands and coastal fun, perfect for bringing along a picnic to make a full day of it.

Fan Bay Deep Shelter ⭐ 4.8 9.6 mi away

Caves & Mines

Fan Bay Deep Shelter

Explore wartime tunnels carved deep into the White Cliffs, where soldiers once stood guard over the English Channel during WWII. Onsite dining available but steep stairs make access challenging.

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