Things to Do in Ticknall

⭐ 4.8 1.4 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 1.8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Staunton Harold Reservoir

Nestled in the National Forest, this scenic reservoir offers families a perfect blend of activities, with picnic areas, accessible facilities, and snacks available for a memorable day out.

⭐ 4.9 2 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.

⭐ 4.7 2.7 mi away

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 3.1 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.

⭐ 4.6 3.8 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.

⭐ 4.3 3.8 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.1 3.8 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.

⭐ 4.5 3.9 mi away

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.

⭐ 4.5 3.9 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.

⭐ 4.6 4.8 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.