Things to Do in Thornbury
42 attractions and days out
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⭐ 4.3
0.2 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Thornbury Leisure Centre
This Bristol-area leisure centre features swimming facilities and an onsite restaurant, with parking available for visitors though accessibility options are limited.
⭐ 4.4
1.7 mi away
Petting Farms & Zoos
Old Down Country Park
Meet friendly farm animals and explore scenic woodland trails at this Bristol country park, complete with an onsite restaurant and facilities for all ages including wheelchair access.
Watersports
Middlemoor Water Park
Experience thrilling waterborne adventures including wakeboarding and jet skiing, plus land-based go-karting action at this Woolavington activity centre with onsite dining.
Watersports
The Wave Bristol
Catch the perfect wave at Bristol's innovative inland surf park, where riders of all abilities can enjoy exhilarating surfing sessions in a fully accessible, family-friendly environment.
⭐ 4.9
5.2 mi away
High Ropes & Aerial Trails
Mojo Active High Ropes Adventure
Scale treetop obstacles and test your nerve at this exhilarating aerial adventure course set in scenic Gloucestershire farmland. Snacks available on-site, with parking and facilities provided for active family fun.
⭐ 4.4
5.4 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
The Play Shed soft play & café
This Yate venue combines indoor soft play fun with an onsite café serving refreshments, offering accessible facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair-friendly access with parking available.
⭐ 4.4
5.5 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Offas Dyke Path National Trail
Follow this spectacular long-distance walking route along the Welsh-English border, starting from Sedbury Cliff and tracing an ancient earthwork through stunning countryside perfect for active families.
⭐ 4.4
5.6 mi away
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Bristol
Experience high-flying fun across a massive trampoline arena featuring foam pits, dodgeball courts and parkour zones, plus exciting challenge activities perfect for energetic kids and adults alike.
⭐ 4.7
5.8 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Aerospace Bristol
Explore a century of flight innovation and marvel at the iconic final Concorde to take to the skies, all within this fully accessible aviation museum perfect for families.
⭐ 4.6
5.9 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Kidz Play at Cribbs Causeway
This bustling soft play centre inside Cribbs Causeway Mall features climbing frames, slides and a dedicated toddler zone, perfect for energetic youngsters to burn off steam while parents shop.
Indoor Soft Play
Wild Things Play Project
Located on Level 2 of The Mall, this inclusive indoor play venue welcomes families with full wheelchair and pushchair access, plus baby facilities and on-site refreshments for hungry adventurers.
⭐ 4.5
6 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Ninja Warrior UK Bristol
Test your family's agility on thrilling obstacle courses inspired by the hit TV show, with challenges suitable for all ages and abilities. Facilities include accessible toilets, baby changing and an onsite restaurant.
⭐ 4.1
6.3 mi away
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Merlin Road, complete with lanes for all ages, an onsite restaurant, and full accessibility including baby facilities and wheelchair access.
⭐ 4.2
6.3 mi away
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Bristol Cribbs Causeway
This 12-screen multiplex cinema offers the latest blockbusters and family films in a fully accessible venue with dining options, baby changing rooms and pushchair-friendly facilities throughout.
⭐ 4.4
6.3 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Mulligans Bristol
Family entertainment hub at Cribbs Causeway featuring two themed 12-hole mini golf courses alongside pool tables, electronic darts and shuffleboard, with pushchair access and baby changing facilities available.
⭐ 4.5
6.3 mi away
Sports Facilities
Bristol Activity Centre
An active sports venue offering various physical activities for families, though accessibility is limited with some areas unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs despite assistance being available.
⭐ 3.7
6.3 mi away
Ice & Roller Skating
Planet Ice Bristol
Glide across the ice at this Bristol rink offering public skating sessions and refreshments on-site, with wheelchair access and facilities available throughout your visit.
Adventure Golf
Pirate Bay Adventure Golf
Set sail for swashbuckling fun at this pirate-themed crazy golf course in Hambrook, complete with onsite facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and snacks available to purchase.
⭐ 5.0
6.8 mi away
Castles & Palaces
Berkeley Castle
Step into England's longest-inhabited fortress, where centuries of royal intrigue and medieval splendour await discovery in the heart of Gloucestershire's beautiful countryside.
⭐ 4.6
6.8 mi away
Castles & Palaces
Chepstow Castle
Step into centuries of history at this impressive fortress on Bridge Street, offering wheelchair access and onsite facilities for an engaging family day out exploring medieval architecture.
⭐ 4.6
6.9 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Dr Jenners House
Step into the historic home of Edward Jenner, pioneer of the smallpox vaccine, and discover his groundbreaking medical legacy. This accessible museum welcomes picnics and offers convenient parking.
⭐ 4.6
7.2 mi away
Farm Parks
Cattle Country Adventure Farm Park Berkeley
Meet farmyard friends and explore action-packed play zones at this all-weather Berkeley Heath attraction, where indoor and outdoor activities blend perfectly for family adventures whatever the season.
Birthday Party Venues
The Outdoors Project Bristol
Host memorable children's celebrations at this Bristol venue offering wheelchair-accessible facilities and dedicated support staff, though families should note limited provisions for babies and pushchairs.
⭐ 4.0
7.8 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Wacky Warehouse - Mill House Emersons Green
Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre featuring climbing frames and slides, complete with an onsite restaurant, baby facilities and wheelchair access for all families.
⭐ 4.6
7.9 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Oldbury Court Estate
This leafy Bristol estate combines woodland trails alongside the river with exciting play areas featuring sand and water features, plus adventure equipment that will keep energetic youngsters entertained for hours.
⭐ 4.7
7.9 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Wotton Pool
A community swimming pool on Symn Lane offering aquatic fun for families, with onsite parking and toilet facilities available for visitors throughout their stay.
⭐ 4.3
8 mi away
Arts & Crafts Workshops
Taurus Crafts
This creative visitor centre in Lydney's Old Park features hands-on arts and crafts activities perfect for families, with special children's events throughout school breaks.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Wot Pots
Get creative as a family at this accessible pottery studio where everyone can paint their own ceramics, with parking and facilities onsite making it easy to visit.
⭐ 4.6
8.3 mi away
Castles & Palaces
Blaise Castle and Play Area
Adventure awaits at this Bristol estate where historic castle ruins crown woodland trails, while youngsters can tackle exciting outdoor play equipment across sprawling parkland perfect for family days out.
Farm Parks
Lawrence Weston Community Farm
Meet friendly farm animals and explore rural life at this welcoming Bristol community farm on Saltmarsh Drive, complete with accessible facilities, onsite dining and free parking for families.
⭐ 4.7
9.1 mi away
Farm Parks
St Werburghs City Farm
Meet farmyard friends and explore outdoor play spaces at this community farm on Watercress Road, complete with an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.
⭐ 4.6
9.1 mi away
Castles & Palaces
Caldicot Castle
Step back in time at this striking medieval fortress surrounded by peaceful parkland, where ancient towers await discovery and audio guides bring centuries of history to life.
⭐ 4.7
9.1 mi away
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
TeamSport Indoor Karting Bristol
Race around Avonmouth's fast-paced indoor karting circuit where families can enjoy high-speed thrills together on multi-level tracks. Please note accessibility is limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
⭐ 5.0
9.2 mi away
Virtual Reality Experiences
Active Reality Bristol
Step into cutting-edge virtual reality gaming at Parish Wharf Leisure Centre, where immersive VR experiences await the whole family in Bristol's innovative digital playground.
⭐ 4.6
9.2 mi away
Climbing & Bouldering
The Climbing Academy Boulder Club Bristol
Scale new heights as a family at this Bristol bouldering centre, where first-timers can learn the ropes and youngsters have dedicated climbing sessions. Onsite parking, café and baby facilities make it convenient.
⭐ 4.5
9.2 mi away
Railways & Transport
Tintern Old Station
This restored Victorian railway station in the Wye Valley combines heritage transport history with family-friendly facilities including an onsite restaurant, accessible amenities and convenient parking.
⭐ 4.6
9.5 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
University of Bristol Botanic Gardens
Explore diverse plant collections across 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, perfect for family picnics with onsite facilities including a restaurant, parking and accessible amenities.
⭐ 4.5
9.6 mi away
Laser Tag Arenas
Laser Combat Bristol
Battle it out in action-packed laser tag games at this Bristol venue, perfect for older children and teens seeking an adrenaline-fuelled adventure with friends and family.
⭐ 4.7
9.7 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Clifton & Durdham Downs
Sprawling grasslands perfect for family walks and outdoor adventures, with accessible paths, a restaurant, and facilities including baby changing—though picnics aren't permitted here.
⭐ 4.7
9.7 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Felix Road Adventure Playground
This Easton playground offers free outdoor fun with creative holiday workshops including street art sessions. Great for active families, though facilities are limited so plan ahead.
⭐ 4.7
9.9 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Flying Trapeze Above & Beyond Circus
Learn circus skills and soar through the air at this thrilling trapeze experience on the Kingswood Estate, complete with baby changing facilities for families with little ones.
⭐ 3.6
10 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Easton Leisure Centre
Make a splash with the kids in the 25-metre pool complete with waterslide, then burn off energy in the sports hall or air-conditioned gym at this Bristol fitness venue on Thrissell Street.
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