Things to Do in Swadlincote

⭐ 4.5

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Swadlincote

Catch the latest blockbusters on five giant screens at this accessible multiplex cinema in Coppice Side, complete with snacks, toilets and convenient parking for families.

⭐ 4.3

Skiing & Snowboarding

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre

Year-round slope sessions for families with kids aged 4 and up, offering skiing and snowboarding tuition plus practice runs. Refreshments available on-site, with pushchair access throughout.

⭐ 4.7

Petting Farms & Zoos

Charnwood Forest Alpacas

Meet gentle alpacas at this charming Leicestershire farm where families can get up close with these friendly animals, though some areas have limited pushchair and wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.5

Parks & Play Areas

Conkers

Nestled in the National Forest, this adventure-packed destination offers families thrilling rope courses, scenic woodland trails and outdoor activities in a fully accessible natural setting.

⭐ 4.6 2.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Hicks Lodge

This National Forest cycling hub near Ashby-de-la-Zouch offers traffic-free trails for every skill level, plus refreshments and excellent facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing.

⭐ 4.5 3.4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Rebound Ashby Trampoline Park

Jump into non-stop family fun at this sprawling indoor trampoline venue featuring bounce zones, dodgeball courts and foam pits. Onsite parking, dining and accessible facilities make it perfect for all ages.

🎟️Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Madness

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Madness

Little adventurers can climb, slide and bounce their way through this exciting soft play centre on Church Street, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling hungry explorers.

⭐ 4.8 3.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Foremark - National Trust

This accessible National Trust parkland near Derby combines scenic reservoir walks with adventure playgrounds and watersports, welcoming families with pushchairs, dogs off-lead, and full wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.2 3.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Meadowside Leisure Centre

Packed with active entertainment including the popular Play World soft play zone, this fully accessible Burton-upon-Trent leisure facility welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout.

⭐ 4.6

National Parks & Reserves

Rosliston Forestry Centre

Wander through woodland trails, peaceful meadows and tranquil ponds at this welcoming nature haven near Swadlincote, complete with restaurant facilities and fully accessible pathways for all visitors.

⭐ 4.1 3.9 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Ashby Leisure Centre and Lido

Experience Leicestershire's unique seaside-style lido with outdoor pools, sandy play zones for little ones, plus indoor fitness facilities—all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs with family-friendly amenities throughout.

⭐ 4.6 3.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Ashby de la Zouch Museum

Discover local heritage at this accessible museum on North Street, complete with onsite dining and visitor facilities. Wheelchair-friendly venue with parking available for family visits.

⭐ 4.2 4 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Cineworld Burton upon Trent

Catch the latest blockbusters and special junior showings at this modern multiplex on Guild Street, complete with wheelchair access, onsite parking and a tempting snack bar for all the family.

⭐ 4.5 4.1 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Ashby de la Zouch Castle

Step back in time at this atmospheric Leicestershire fortress, where families can climb ancient towers, wander through beautiful grounds and uncover a mysterious hidden tunnel beneath the ruins.

⭐ 4.8 4.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Claymills Victorian Pumping Station

Step back in time to explore magnificent steam-powered engines at this beautifully preserved Victorian pumping station, where families can discover how sewage systems worked in the 1800s.

⭐ 4.1 4.8 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Wacky Warehouse - Mill House Stretton

Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre on Millford Drive, featuring climbing frames and slides plus an onsite restaurant. Wheelchair accessible with parking, toilets and baby changing facilities available.

⭐ 4.9 4.9 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Paint a Pot Craft Studio

Unleash your creativity at this welcoming ceramic café where visitors of all ages can design and decorate their own pottery pieces, with snacks available and full baby changing facilities on-site.