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Family days out in Swindon

16 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Swindon

STEAM - Museum of the GWR

Swindon

STEAM - Museum of the GWR

★ 4.7 (2,529)

Step into the world of Great Western Railway at this interactive Swindon museum where young enthusiasts can explore restored locomotives and engage with fascinating hands-on displays that bring railway heritage to life.

Stanton Park

Swindon

Stanton Park

★ 4.6 (1,242)

Discover 74 hectares of peaceful woodland trails and a stunning lake perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair-accessible paths, onsite dining and excellent facilities including baby changing.

Roves Farm Visitor Centre

Swindon

Roves Farm Visitor Centre

★ 4.5 (1,204)

Experience countryside fun at this Swindon farm where children can get close to charming animals from ponies to pigs, all within fully accessible grounds perfect for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge

Swindon

Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge

★ 4.2 (1,555)

This modern seven-screen cinema at Shaw Ridge Leisure Park offers family-friendly showings including Movies for Juniors, plus an onsite Baskin Robbins and snack bar for treats between films.

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

Swindon

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

★ 4.8 (477)

Roll into action at this specialist skate venue on Hawksworth Industrial Estate, offering skating facilities plus onsite dining and parking, though families should note limited accessibility features.

Active Reality Swindon

Swindon

Active Reality Swindon

★ 5.0 (355)

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality experiences at this Link Centre venue, where families can explore immersive digital worlds together. Limited pushchair access, with accessible facilities available.

Jungle Kingdom Swindon

Swindon

Jungle Kingdom Swindon

★ 4.4 (786)

This multi-storey indoor play centre on Groundwell Industrial Estate offers energetic youngsters a fun-filled adventure through climbing frames, slides and interactive zones, with snacks available on-site.

High Score Arcades Swindon

Swindon

High Score Arcades Swindon

★ 4.9 (321)

Step into a nostalgia-filled gaming paradise where classic arcade machines and modern entertainment unite for all ages. Fully accessible with pushchair-friendly spaces and baby changing facilities available.

Freedog Swindon

Swindon

Freedog Swindon

★ 4.1 (686)

This fully accessible activity centre welcomes families with babies and young children, offering pushchair-friendly facilities throughout and baby changing areas for your convenience.

Jolly Roger Adventure

Swindon

Jolly Roger Adventure

★ 3.9 (895)

Young adventurers can burn energy at this Swindon indoor playground featuring inflatables, ball pits and a towering 31-foot slide, with pushchair access and baby changing facilities throughout.

Studley Grange Craft Village & Butterfly World

Swindon

Studley Grange Craft Village & Butterfly World

★ 4.2 (523)

Browse unique handcrafted gifts at this charming village, then step into a magical tropical habitat where colourful butterflies flutter freely around your family.

Museum of Computing

Swindon

Museum of Computing

★ 4.7 (215)

Journey through decades of technological innovation at this fascinating collection showcasing the evolution of computers and digital technology. Located in Theatre Square with nearby parking and an onsite restaurant.

Lydiard Park

Swindon

Lydiard Park

★ 4.2 (319)

This Swindon estate offers peaceful lakeside strolls, woodland trails, colourful gardens and children's play equipment, with wheelchair access and onsite facilities making it ideal for family visits.

Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway

Swindon

Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway

★ 4.4 (80)

Step aboard authentic heritage locomotives at this charming railway where families can experience the golden age of steam travel while exploring beautifully preserved vintage carriages and engines.

Eastcott Studios

Swindon

Eastcott Studios

★ 4.6 (45)

Get creative as a family at this hands-on pottery studio where you can craft your own ceramic pieces. Parking available nearby, with accessible toilets on-site for visitor convenience.

Wacky Warehouse Churchill

Swindon

Wacky Warehouse Churchill

★ 4.7 (35)

Let your little ones burn off energy in this vibrant multi-storey soft play centre, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling hungry adventurers afterwards.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Swindon?+

We list 16 in Swindon. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Swindon are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: STEAM - Museum of the GWR (4.7/5, 2,529 reviews), Stanton Park (4.6/5, 1,242 reviews) and Roves Farm Visitor Centre (4.5/5, 1,204 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.

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