Things to Do in Waterbeach
52 attractions and days out
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Laser Tag Arenas
ZAPT Laser Tag Cambridge
Experience action-packed laser tag battles in the scenic surroundings of Milton Country Park, where families can enjoy adrenaline-fuelled outdoor gaming fun suitable for pushchairs but with limited accessibility.
⭐ 4.4
4.1 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Milton Country Park
This expansive Cambridgeshire parkland spans 95 acres with natural trails, wildlife viewing spots, an exciting play area for children, and peaceful picnic locations perfect for family days out.
⭐ 4.7
4.6 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Anglesey Abbey
Explore the grounds of this beautiful historic estate with its Wildlife Discovery Area, perfect for families seeking outdoor adventures and nature encounters throughout the seasons.
⭐ 5.0
5.5 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
The Jazzy Jewelz Studio
Create sparkling jewellery masterpieces at this hands-on craft studio in Barton, where families can design their own accessories. Parking and toilets available, plus you're welcome to bring a picnic.
⭐ 4.4
5.6 mi away
Ice & Roller Skating
Cambridge Ice Arena
This fully accessible ice rink on Newmarket Road welcomes families with pushchairs and babies, offering wheelchair-friendly facilities including accessible toilets throughout the venue.
⭐ 4.4
5.9 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Cambridge Museum of Technology
Step inside a restored Victorian pumping station to discover industrial heritage through vintage machinery, from working steam engines to historic printing equipment that shaped the region's past.
⭐ 4.0
6 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Abbey Leisure Complex
This family-friendly leisure centre on Whitehill Road welcomes visitors of all ages with pushchair access throughout, baby changing rooms, and wheelchair hire for just £1, plus dedicated accessibility support.
⭐ 4.9
6.1 mi away
Farm Parks
Highland Cow Cottage
Get wonderfully close to magnificent Highland cattle at this Cambridgeshire farm experience, where families can interact with these gentle shaggy giants in fully accessible, pushchair-friendly surroundings.
⭐ 4.8
6.1 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Centre for Computing History
Step into decades of digital innovation at this fascinating Cambridge museum, where families can explore vintage computers and gaming consoles from the 1960s onwards in fully accessible, pushchair-friendly galleries.
⭐ 4.6
6.2 mi away
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Jesus Green Pool
One of Britain's most expansive outdoor swimming pools awaits in Cambridge, offering families an ideal spot for aquatic fun and exercise during warmer months.
⭐ 4.6
6.2 mi away
Farm Parks
South Angle Farm Park
Meet friendly farm animals including alpacas, ponies, pigs and chickens at this welcoming Soham petting farm, where fully accessible paths make it easy for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs to explore.
⭐ 4.8
6.2 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Burwell Museum
Step back in time at this charming community museum where families can explore local history through engaging exhibits and hands-on displays, with accessible facilities throughout.
⭐ 4.8
6.2 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Bottisham Airfield Museum
Step back in time at this aviation heritage site where wartime stories come alive, featuring vintage aircraft and memorabilia in a fully accessible, family-friendly setting with baby facilities.
⭐ 4.9
6.3 mi away
Boat Tours & Cruises
Scholars Punting Cambridge
Glide along the river on a classic punt to see Cambridge University's iconic colleges and bridges, perfect for all ages including little ones. Bring a picnic or grab snacks onsite for a memorable waterside outing.
⭐ 4.9
6.3 mi away
Boat Tours & Cruises
Cambridge Punt Company
Glide along the River Cam from Jesus Green and discover Cambridge's iconic sights from the water on a relaxing punting experience perfect for picnics.
⭐ 4.9
6.3 mi away
Boat Tours & Cruises
Rutherford's Punting Cambridge
Glide along the River Cam with expert guides who'll entertain your family while showcasing Cambridge's historic colleges and bridges. Dog-friendly boats welcome pushchairs, with refreshments available onboard.
⭐ 4.9
6.3 mi away
Boat Tours & Cruises
Let's Go Punting
Glide along Cambridge's historic waterways on a traditional punt while enjoying refreshments, with family-friendly facilities including pushchair access and dining options available.
⭐ 4.9
6.3 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Traditional Punting Company
Experience Cambridge from the water with guided punt tours along the historic River Cam, where you can bring a picnic and enjoy scenic views with wheelchair-accessible boats available.
⭐ 4.5
6.4 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Treetops Soft Play
Kids can explore an exciting jungle-themed multi-storey climbing structure at this modern indoor play centre in Ely, with an onsite restaurant and car park for families.
⭐ 4.3
6.5 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Cambridge
Step into local life through the centuries at this engaging Castle Street museum, where diverse exhibits and family-friendly activities bring Cambridge's social history vividly to life.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Footprint Tours Cambridge
Discover Cambridge's historic heart on guided walking tours departing from King's Parade, with expert-led experiences and river cruise options available in this iconic university city.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Family Friendly Murder Mystery
Solve an exciting whodunit together as you explore the city centre with clues suitable for all ages, fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs with baby facilities available.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Parkside Pools & Gym
A fully accessible leisure centre welcoming families with babies and wheelchair users, featuring swimming facilities and a gym with changing rooms designed for all visitors' needs.
⭐ 4.7
6.8 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
Kings College Chapel
Marvel at this magnificent Gothic masterpiece in the heart of Cambridge, famous for its spectacular fan-vaulted ceiling and stunning stained glass windows. Snacks available on-site, and visitors are welcome to bring picnics.
⭐ 4.7
6.8 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Explore an incredible collection of over 1.5 million geological specimens at this fascinating Cambridge museum, where ancient fossils, stunning minerals and rocks tell Earth's amazing story.
⭐ 4.6
6.9 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Whipple Museum of the History of Science
Explore centuries of scientific innovation through a fascinating array of historic instruments, including rare medieval pieces, at this Cambridge museum dedicated to the evolution of scientific discovery.
⭐ 4.8
6.9 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
Lockhouse Escape Games
Race against time at this exciting Cambridge attraction where teams collaborate to crack puzzles and find their way out before the countdown ends—perfect for family bonding and adventure seekers!
⭐ 4.7
7 mi away
Museums & Galleries
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Cambridge's premier art and antiquities museum welcomes families with accessible facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas. Explore world-class collections spanning ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces in this grand neoclassical building.
⭐ 3.8
7.1 mi away
Food & Drink Experiences
Ben's Yard
This welcoming family-friendly food hub welcomes pushchairs, wheelchairs and four-legged friends, offering dining options and snacks in accessible surroundings with facilities for babies.
⭐ 3.8
7.1 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
the beach bens yard
Family-focused attraction offering dining options plus the freedom to pack your own picnic, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, plus baby changing rooms.
⭐ 4.6
7.3 mi away
Climbing & Bouldering
Clip n Climb Cambridge
Scale 20 exciting vertical climbing challenges plus a thrilling drop slide at this action-packed adventure centre. Baby changing facilities available, though pushchair access is limited throughout.
⭐ 4.7
7.3 mi away
Historic Houses & Gardens
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Explore 40 acres of stunning plant collections and tranquil landscapes at this historic botanical garden, perfect for family picnics with wheelchair access, dining options and baby facilities available.
⭐ 4.1
7.4 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Lammas Land Pool
Perfect for little ones, this shallow paddling pool on Newnham Road offers a refreshing splash alongside an adventure playground, with picnic spots and wheelchair access available.
⭐ 3.9
7.4 mi away
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Cambridge
Strike up family fun at this lively bowling venue on Cambridge Leisure Park, featuring lanes for all ages, an onsite restaurant, and full wheelchair access with convenient parking available.
Water Parks & Splash Pools
Cherry Hinton Water Play Area
Beat the heat at this family-friendly water play venue featuring twin paddling pools within Cherry Hinton Park. Accessible facilities, onsite parking, and picnic areas make it perfect for summer days out.
⭐ 4.3
7.7 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Si5 Spy Missions Cambridge
Experience the thrill of undercover espionage as your family takes on secret agent challenges, sneaking through a vessel to accomplish your covert objectives undetected.
⭐ 5.0
7.8 mi away
Horse Riding
Witcham Equestrian Centre
Experience the thrill of horse riding at this welcoming equestrian centre on Mepal Road, perfect for families seeking an active countryside adventure with convenient onsite parking available.
⭐ 4.6
7.8 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
Huntfun Cambridge
Transform your Cambridge sightseeing into an interactive adventure as your family follows clues and cracks codes around the city's historic landmarks with this self-guided treasure trail experience.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Oxbridge Tours
Discover Cambridge's historic colleges and scenic waterways on guided walking tours and river cruises departing from the famous Golden Clock at Corpus Christi College on Kings Parade.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
The Cambridge Treasure Hunt Trail
Follow cryptic clues around Cambridge on this exciting family treasure trail starting from Silver Street. Perfect for outdoor fun together, you can bring a picnic along your adventure.
⭐ 4.4
7.9 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Kingsway Cambridge
This Cambridge activity centre welcomes families with parking and picnic areas, though accessibility is limited with no wheelchair access or baby-changing facilities available onsite.
⭐ 4.6
8 mi away
Museums & Galleries
The Stained Glass Museum
Housed high within Ely Cathedral's magnificent triforium, this specialist museum showcases an impressive collection of more than 1000 colourful stained glass artworks spanning centuries of craftsmanship.
⭐ 4.7
8 mi away
Landmarks & Monuments
Ely Cathedral
This magnificent medieval cathedral towers over the Cambridgeshire countryside, offering wheelchair-friendly access to explore its stunning architecture and enjoy refreshments on-site.
⭐ 4.1
8.1 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn
Adventure-packed play barn near Cambridge where kids can explore climbing frames, tunnels and sandy play areas in a safe farm setting with welcoming facilities for all ages.
⭐ 4.0
8.3 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
The Hive Leisure Centre
This family-friendly leisure centre in Ely welcomes everyone with accessible facilities, baby changing rooms, and onsite parking. Enjoy swimming and activities, then refuel with snacks or your own picnic.
⭐ 4.4
8.5 mi away
Cinema & Theatre
Cineworld Ely
Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern multiplex cinema with wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bar. Perfect for family film days out, though note there are no baby changing facilities.
⭐ 4.6
8.8 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
National Stud
Discover the fascinating craft of thoroughbred horse breeding at this celebrated Newmarket farm, where guided tours bring you close to magnificent stallions and adorable foals in their home environment.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Newmarket Racecourses
Experience thrilling horse racing at this historic venue in Britain's equestrian capital, welcoming families with accessible facilities, dining options and the freedom to bring picnics and pets.
⭐ 4.6
9.3 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Wandlebury Country Park
Explore ancient earthworks dating back to the Iron Age while little ones burn energy at the woodland play area, all set within stunning hilltop parkland perfect for family walks and picnics.
Petting Farms & Zoos
The Cambridge Country Show
Experience rural life at this accessible countryside event in Stow cum Quy, featuring farm animals and picnic-friendly grounds with onsite dining, parking and facilities for all the family.
⭐ 4.8
9.9 mi away
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Studio Scribbles
Let your family's creativity flow at this accessible ceramics workshop where little ones and grown-ups can paint pottery together, with baby-changing facilities and convenient nearby parking.
⭐ 4.7
9.9 mi away
Museums & Galleries
National Horse Racing Museum
Discover the thrilling story of horse racing at Palace House, where interactive exhibits and historic treasures bring the sport to life. Family-friendly facilities include a restaurant, accessible amenities throughout, and picnic areas.
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