Things to Do in Staffordshire Moorlands
43 attractions and days out
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Indoor Soft Play
Leaps and Bounds
Located at Cross Street Mill, this indoor play venue offers active fun for children with snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited and it's not accessible for wheelchairs.
Parks & Play Areas
Roaches Retreat Eco Glampsite
Experience nature-based family camping in the Peak District countryside with onsite facilities including parking and toilets, plus the freedom to bring your own picnic to enjoy.
Railways & Transport
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
Climb aboard for a delightful three-mile steam train adventure along the riverside at Rudyard, complete with wheelchair access, parking and an onsite restaurant to complete your family day out.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Madrenaline
Get your kids' adrenaline pumping at this action-packed outdoor venue featuring thrilling assault courses and exciting Segway experiences. With onsite parking, a restaurant and picnic-friendly grounds.
Indoor Soft Play
The Play Barn @ Round Meadows Farm
This accessible farm-based play centre welcomes families with wheelchair and pushchair-friendly facilities, plus baby changing rooms and on-site refreshments to keep little ones fuelled for fun.
Zoos & Animal Parks
Peak Wildlife Park
Experience exciting animal encounters and explore spacious walkthrough habitats at this family-friendly Leek wildlife park, complete with penguin experiences, outdoor play areas and full accessibility for all visitors.
Parks & Play Areas
Biddulph Grange Garden
Journey through this fascinating Staffordshire garden featuring quirky treasures including an inverted tree and replica Great Wall of China. Family facilities include parking, restaurant, picnic areas and accessible amenities.
Railways & Transport
Churnet Valley Railway
Step aboard vintage locomotives at this heritage railway and journey through stunning Staffordshire landscapes, with special assistance available for wheelchair users and baby-changing facilities on site.
Cinema & Theatre
Cineworld Stoke-on-Trent
This nine-screen cinema at Intu Potteries Centre shows family-friendly films in a convenient city location with wheelchair access, onsite parking, and snacks available to purchase.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Dimensions Stoke
This family-focused leisure complex on Scotia Road offers fun-filled swimming sessions including exciting rapids rides, plus keep-fit classes to suit all ages and abilities.
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
TeamSport Indoor Karting Stoke-on-Trent
Race against your family in high-speed electric karts at this Burslem indoor track, welcoming drivers aged 8 and over for action-packed sessions whatever the weather.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Royal Stafford Ceramic Cafe
Paint your own pottery masterpiece at this welcoming ceramic cafe on Overhouse Street, complete with an onsite restaurant and facilities for all the family including wheelchair access.
Museums & Galleries
Dudson Museum
Explore pottery heritage and step inside an authentic Bottle Oven at this fascinating Hanley museum, complete with wheelchair access, onsite parking and a restaurant for refreshments.
Family Restaurants
Bobby's Ice Cream Parlour
Treat the family to delicious ice cream at this fully accessible parlour on Springfields Farm, where everyone is welcome with wheelchair-friendly facilities and baby changing rooms.
Live Events & Concerts
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular Trentham
Experience spine-tingling thrills at this family-friendly Halloween spectacular set in the stunning grounds of Trentham Gardens, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.
Sightseeing & Attractions
XPVR Virtual Reality XPerience
Step into immersive digital adventures at this Hanley VR centre offering 40+ games for all ages, complete with accessible facilities and snacks to keep the whole family fuelled up.
Indoor Soft Play
Castaway Play
This tropical-themed indoor adventure centre welcomes children up to 12 years with fully accessible soft play areas, creative zones and wheelchair-friendly facilities including adapted toilets.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Emma Bridgewater Factory
Tour the home of Britain's beloved pottery brand and watch skilled craftspeople hand-decorate iconic designs, with factory tours revealing traditional techniques still used today.
Museums & Galleries
Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Centrally located Hanley museum showcasing the area's rich ceramic heritage, with wheelchair access, family facilities including baby changing, and an on-site restaurant for refreshments.
Climbing & Bouldering
Kilnworx Climbing Centre
Scale exciting indoor walls at this accessible climbing centre in Burslem, where families can challenge themselves while enjoying the convenience of nearby parking and picnic-friendly facilities.
Parks & Play Areas
Cotton Dell
Escape to this peaceful natural haven near Oakamoor, perfect for picnics and woodland walks, though facilities are limited so come prepared for an off-grid nature experience.
Lakes & Reservoirs
Westport Lake Play Area
Families can enjoy top-quality playground equipment suitable for children of all ages beside the scenic lake, with an onsite restaurant, parking and full facilities including baby changing.
Indoor Soft Play
Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Stoke
Test your agility and strength on action-packed obstacle courses inspired by the hit TV show, perfect for aspiring ninjas aged 7+. Baby changing facilities available, though limited pushchair access.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Stoke Ski Centre
Hit the slopes at this Festival Way centre offering skiing and snowboarding sessions for families, complete with an onsite restaurant serving refreshments between runs.
Cinema & Theatre
ODEON Stoke
This 10-screen cinema in Stoke offers blockbuster movies and classic favourites for all the family, with wheelchair access and baby changing facilities available throughout your visit.
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Stoke
Strike up family fun at this accessible bowling venue in Festival Park, complete with on-site dining and convenient parking – perfect for an action-packed day out with older children.
Indoor Soft Play
Adventure Mini Village
A fully accessible indoor play space at Festival Park where little ones can explore and burn energy, with baby changing facilities and pushchair-friendly areas throughout.
Adventure Golf
Adventure Mini Golf
This fully accessible crazy golf venue at Festival Park welcomes families with wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, plus offers baby changing facilities for your convenience.
Water Parks & Splash Pools
Waterworld Stoke
Make a splash at this family-friendly aquatic playground featuring exciting water slides, relaxing river rides and bubbly pools perfect for all ages, with full accessibility throughout the venue.
Railways & Transport
Foxfield Railway
Step aboard vintage steam and diesel locomotives for an exciting railway adventure through the Staffordshire countryside, complete with onsite dining and facilities for all the family.
Indoor Soft Play
Fenton Fun Factory
Young adventurers can burn energy on an enormous multi-level play structure featuring slides, go-karts and a football pitch, plus a safe zone for tots. Onsite café and ample parking included.
Museums & Galleries
Congleton Museum
Discover local heritage at this accessible museum on Market Square, featuring onsite dining and nearby parking. Wheelchair-friendly with toilets available, though families should note there are no baby changing facilities.
Climbing & Bouldering
Awesome Walls Climbing Stoke
Scale exciting indoor climbing walls at this Longton adventure centre, where families can tackle varied routes while enjoying onsite refreshments or their own picnic between climbs.
Parks & Play Areas
Congleton Paddling Pool
Beat the heat at this complimentary splash zone where little ones can cool off in shallow waters. With parking, toilets, picnic areas and wheelchair access, it's perfect for family fun on sunny days.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Kidsgrove Ski Centre
Hit the slopes at this Bathpool Park winter sports venue offering skiing and snowboarding fun for families, with on-site parking, toilets and snacks available to keep everyone energised.
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Alton Towers Theme Park
Experience Britain's premier adventure destination where heart-pounding roller coasters meet enchanting family rides, all set within stunning Staffordshire grounds with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Parks & Play Areas
Brampton Park
A welcoming green space in Newcastle under Lyme with excellent facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and onsite parking, making it ideal for families with young children.
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse - Heath Farm
Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre on Padgbury Lane, complete with climbing frames, slides and soft play areas. Parents can relax in the onsite restaurant while little ones explore.
Arcades & Gaming
Hurricane Gaming
This gaming venue welcomes families with pushchairs and offers baby changing facilities, though wheelchair users should note that accessibility is limited throughout the attraction.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak
Discover stunning White Peak countryside perfect for family adventures, with scenic trails through Ilam Park and iconic Dovedale valley. Dog-friendly with dining options and picnic areas available.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Little Harts Pottery Studio
Get creative as a family at this welcoming pottery studio set in beautiful farmland, where you can paint ceramics together in fully accessible facilities with parking and baby-changing areas onsite.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Alcumlow Hall Farm
This family-friendly farm near Congleton combines outdoor play areas and creative pottery activities with tasty treats, making it perfect for a full day out with accessible facilities throughout.
Cinema & Theatre
Gandeys Circus Trentham
Watch jaw-dropping aerial artists, daring acrobats and spectacular motorcycle displays at this traditional big top circus on the beautiful Trentham Estate—perfect entertainment for all ages.
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