Things to Do in Thornaby

⭐ 4.7 1 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Air Trail

Scale heights and conquer 40+ thrilling aerial obstacles including zip wires at this exciting high ropes course beside the White Water Centre, complete with onsite dining and full facilities for families.

⭐ 4.6 1 mi away

Watersports

Teesside White Water Centre

Experience thrilling white water rafting and kayaking at this purpose-built centre on the Tees Barrage, complete with onsite dining and wheelchair access for an action-packed family day out.

⭐ 4.1 1.1 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Splash

Make a splash in the 25-metre pool for proper lane swimming, then let the kids loose on thrilling water slides, wave machines and fun jets at this action-packed Stockton aquatic centre.

⭐ 4.2 1.2 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Stockton

Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Teesside Leisure Park, featuring accessible lanes, onsite dining, and facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.5

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cinema de Lux Teesside

Catch blockbuster releases and thrilling 3D screenings at this modern Teesside Leisure Park cinema, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to enjoy during the show.

⭐ 4.3 1.3 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.7 1.3 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Stockton-on-Tees

Race wheel-to-wheel with children aged 8 and over at this exciting indoor karting circuit on Portrack Industrial Estate, perfect for families seeking high-octane fun together.

⭐ 4.2 1.3 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump 360 Stockton

Bounce into action at this lively trampoline park where families can leap, flip and play together across wall-to-wall trampolines, with wheelchair access, onsite dining and excellent facilities for all ages.

⭐ 4.6 1.6 mi away

Sport & Fitness

Goals Teesside

Bring the family for 5-a-side football action at this popular soccer centre, offering pitch hire and party packages in a wheelchair-accessible venue that's perfect for active days out.

⭐ 4.1 1.8 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Fun Shack Stockton

Action-packed indoor play venue featuring soft play zones, thrilling laser tag battles and challenging high ropes adventures for energetic youngsters, plus an onsite restaurant and full facilities.

⭐ 3.9 1.8 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Crazy Corner

This three-storey indoor play paradise on Teesside Industrial Estate features an exciting maze, colourful slides and engaging interactive activities that will keep children entertained for hours.

⭐ 4.4 1.8 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Clip 'n Climb Stockton

Scale colourful walls and tackle exciting climbing challenges suitable for ages 4 and up at this beginner-friendly indoor centre. Onsite parking, café and accessible facilities make it ideal for family days out.

⭐ 4.6 1.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Preston Park and Museum

Step into history at this fascinating museum featuring recreated Victorian streets, impressive armour displays and art collections, all set within beautiful parkland perfect for family picnics.

⭐ 4.4 2.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Play Factory Thornaby

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue on Teesside Industrial Estate features an onsite restaurant and convenient facilities including baby changing areas, making it perfect for families with children of all ages.

⭐ 4.7 2.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dorman Museum

Explore fascinating collections spanning natural history, world cultures and local heritage at this welcoming museum on Linthorpe Road. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and toilets throughout.

⭐ 4.3 2.9 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

Level X

Race around the track at this thrilling go-karting venue offering high-speed action for all the family, with on-site dining, baby facilities and full wheelchair access at Captain Cook Square.

⭐ 4.8 3.1 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

Escape Games Middlesbrough

Challenge your family to crack codes and solve puzzles together in thrilling themed rooms on Linthorpe Road. Snacks available onsite, or pack your own picnic to fuel your detective work between adventures.

⭐ 3.9 3.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Fuzzy Ed's Horse & Jockey

Kids under 12 can bounce and climb through exciting soft play zones at this Durham Road venue, complete with an onsite restaurant and dedicated weekday play sessions.

⭐ 4.7 3.5 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Rock Antics

Scale challenging walls and test your climbing skills at this exciting indoor venue, though note facilities are limited with no toilets or wheelchair access on site.

⭐ 4.5 3.5 mi away

Farm Parks

Newham Grange Country Farm

Get up close to friendly farm animals at this Middlesbrough attraction, where little ones can meet ponies, goats, sheep and cattle, plus enjoy picnic areas and an onsite restaurant.

🎟️Indoor Soft Play

Funky Monkeys 3.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Funky Monkeys

This wheelchair-accessible indoor play venue features soft play equipment, onsite dining and baby facilities including changing rooms, with convenient parking at the Tesco Extra location.

⭐ 4.4 3.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Middlesbrough Sports Village

An action-packed venue offering swimming, skating and play facilities where children can burn energy across indoor and outdoor activity zones designed to keep young ones entertained.

⭐ 4.4 3.8 mi away

Ice & Roller Skating

Billingham Forum Ice Arena

This town centre leisure complex combines ice skating with climbing walls, swimming pools and soft play areas under one roof. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking and dining options available.

⭐ 4.7 3.8 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

GoClimb Billingham Forum

Scale 20 different climbing walls with exciting challenges including the thrilling Leap of Faith that will push your boundaries. Perfect for adventurous families with onsite facilities and refreshments.

⭐ 3.9 3.9 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Rainbow Leisure Centre, Middlesbrough

Active families can splash in two pools and enjoy six courts for sports at this well-equipped leisure complex in Coulby Newham, with parking, accessible facilities and onsite refreshments.

⭐ 4.6 3.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Stewart Park

Explore vast woodlands and nature trails at this Middlesbrough park, featuring a playground, animal corner and restaurant – perfect for family picnics and outdoor adventures.

⭐ 2.7 4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Fuzzy Eds at Coulby Farm

This Middlesbrough soft play centre keeps children up to 12 entertained with dedicated zones for younger tots, plus an onsite restaurant and free parking for families.

⭐ 4.6 4.5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

RSPB Saltholme

This wheelchair and pushchair-friendly nature reserve welcomes families with full accessibility throughout, including adapted facilities and baby changing areas for comfortable wildlife watching adventures.

⭐ 4.4 4.6 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Pottery Loft

Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming Stockton-on-Tees studio offering hands-on pottery painting and crafts activities. Fully accessible with refreshments available on-site.

⭐ 4.7 4.6 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

Teesside Karting Centre

Race around the world's longest karting track with speedy sessions for ages 9-18, plus facilities including parking, an onsite restaurant and wheelchair access at this Middlesbrough motorsport venue.