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Things to Do in Whatlington

35 attractions and days out

Battle Through Time Spy Mission Treasure Trail ⭐ 4.3 2.4 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Battle Through Time Spy Mission Treasure Trail

Join your family on a thrilling spy-themed treasure hunt through Battle's historic streets, solving clues as you travel through different time periods. Perfect for all ages seeking an interactive outdoor adventure.

Craft Time Battle ⭐ 5.0 2.5 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Craft Time Battle

Get creative as a family at this hands-on pottery studio where everyone can design and decorate their own ceramic masterpieces. Pushchair-friendly throughout with baby changing facilities available.

Bodiam Castle - National Trust ⭐ 4.7 3.9 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Bodiam Castle - National Trust

Step back to the 1300s at this magnificent moated fortress near Robertsbridge, where medieval architecture meets stunning countryside views. Explore historic rooms and battlements in this remarkably preserved castle.

Slap 'n Dash Paint Your Own Ceramics ⭐ 4.8 5.4 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Slap 'n Dash Paint Your Own Ceramics

Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming ceramic studio where everyone can design and decorate their own pottery masterpiece, with refreshments available onsite and full facilities including accessible amenities.

Bateman's House and Garden ⭐ 4.7 6.1 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Bateman's House and Garden

Step into the world of Jungle Book creator Rudyard Kipling at this remarkable estate, featuring stunning historic gardens, meadows and cultural exhibitions in a beautiful countryside setting.

Alexandra Park Hastings ⭐ 4.7 6.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Alexandra Park Hastings

This nature reserve offers families woodland trails teeming with wildlife, plus a scenic boating lake, tennis courts, restaurant and accessible paths for wheelchairs and pushchairs to explore.

Hastings Museum and Art Gallery ⭐ 4.6 7.1 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Hastings Museum and Art Gallery

Explore local history, natural wonders and fine art at this welcoming museum featuring an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and parking, perfect for families seeking an educational day out in Hastings.

Parks & Play Areas
Broad Oak Park 7.2 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Broad Oak Park

A welcoming green space perfect for family walks and outdoor games, with convenient parking and facilities though limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Clambers Play Centre & Battle Zone ⭐ 3.7 7.2 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Clambers Play Centre & Battle Zone

Let youngsters burn off energy at this Hastings venue featuring soft play equipment inside plus outdoor adventures, complete with on-site dining, parking and full accessibility for families.

ODEON Hastings ⭐ 4.0 7.3 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Hastings

Catch the latest blockbusters across four big screens at this Queens Road cinema, complete with snacks and wheelchair access for a perfect family movie outing.

The True CRIME Museum ⭐ 4.4 7.3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The True CRIME Museum

Explore the dark side of criminal history through chilling exhibits featuring notorious lawbreakers and prison life in this Hastings museum. Suitable for older children and adults only, with wheelchair access available.

Bexhill Leisure Pool ⭐ 3.7 7.3 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Bexhill Leisure Pool

Located at Ravenside Retail Park, this accessible swimming facility welcomes families with convenient onsite parking and wheelchair-friendly amenities for a fun day of aquatic activities.

Hastings Beach ⭐ 4.5 7.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Hastings Beach

This classic East Sussex seaside destination offers sandy shores perfect for family fun, with the historic pier, convenient facilities including baby changing, and plenty of nearby eateries to refuel.

Smugglers Adventure ⭐ 4.2 7.3 mi away

Caves & Mines

Smugglers Adventure

Journey through atmospheric caverns beneath Hastings where lifelike displays bring tales of lawless smugglers and swashbuckling seafarers vividly to life in this hands-on underground experience.

Bexhill Leisure Centre ⭐ 4.1 7.3 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Bexhill Leisure Centre

A welcoming leisure facility with swimming pools, onsite dining and excellent accessibility for all ages. Families will appreciate the baby changing rooms, wheelchair access and option to bring picnics.

Jumbos ⭐ 4.1 7.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Jumbos

Young adventurers aged 2-8 can climb, bounce and slide their way through this vibrant soft play centre at Bexhill Leisure Centre, complete with an onsite restaurant for family refreshments.

Curious About Hastings ⭐ 4.7 7.4 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Hastings

Explore Hastings' heritage on this guided walking experience departing from Swan Terrace in the town centre, perfect for families wanting to discover local history together on foot.

East Hill Cliff Railway ⭐ 4.5 7.5 mi away

Railways & Transport

East Hill Cliff Railway

Climb the steep cliff face aboard this historic funicular railway for spectacular coastal panoramas across Hastings and the English Channel from the summit of East Hill.

Hastings Adventure Golf ⭐ 4.6 7.5 mi away

Adventure Golf

Hastings Adventure Golf

Triple the fun awaits with 54 holes of miniature golf across three distinct courses on the seafront, complete with onsite facilities, snacks and room for competitive family showdowns.

Shipwreck Museum ⭐ 4.6 7.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Shipwreck Museum

Discover fascinating maritime history and tales from the deep at this captivating museum on Rockanore Road, complete with onsite parking, restaurant facilities, and picnic-friendly grounds for families.

Sightseeing & Attractions
Hastings Treasure Hunt Trail 7.6 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Hastings Treasure Hunt Trail

Solve puzzles and crack codes as a family along this interactive detective adventure starting at Rock-A-Nore Road, perfect for young sleuths who love working together.

Cliff Railways ⭐ 4.5 7.6 mi away

Railways & Transport

Cliff Railways

Ride this historic funicular railway up Hastings' steep clifftop for spectacular coastal panoramas towards Beachy Head and one of the world's busiest shipping lanes below.

Fishermans Museum ⭐ 4.6 7.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Fishermans Museum

Step into the maritime heritage of this compact coastal museum on Rockanore Road, showcasing the traditional fishing industry through authentic artifacts and local history displays.

Hastings Aquarium ⭐ 4.2 7.6 mi away

Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

Hastings Aquarium

Dive into an underwater adventure at this seaside aquarium featuring more than 30 captivating marine habitats showcasing sea life from across the globe, complete with onsite dining and full accessibility.

Egerton Park ⭐ 4.5 8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Egerton Park

A green space on Egerton Road offering outdoor play for families, though visitors should note limited facilities with no toilets, baby changing areas, or wheelchair access available.

Bexhill Museum ⭐ 4.7 8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Bexhill Museum

Discover local heritage at this welcoming museum on Egerton Road, featuring accessible facilities, onsite dining and convenient nearby parking for families exploring the area's fascinating history.

Hole Park Gardens ⭐ 4.7 8.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Hole Park Gardens

This wheelchair-accessible garden near Cranbrook welcomes families with picnic-friendly grounds, complete facilities including baby changing areas, and convenient onsite parking for a relaxing day out.

Arena Pursuits ⭐ 5.0 8.8 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Arena Pursuits

Action-packed outdoor adventures await families with older children at this Flimwell activity centre, complete with onsite dining, picnic areas and full accessibility including wheelchair access and facilities.

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest ⭐ 4.7 8.8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Explore stunning forest trails and treetop adventures at this spectacular woodland haven, perfect for active families with accessible paths, play areas, and picnic spots throughout the grounds.

Camber Sands ⭐ 4.6 8.9 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Camber Sands

This stunning East Sussex beach delights families with its vast golden sands and rolling dunes, plus convenient facilities including parking, toilets, wheelchair access and dining options.

Observatory Science Centre ⭐ 4.7 9.2 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Observatory Science Centre

Spark curiosity at this hands-on science attraction where families can explore interactive exhibits and discover astronomy in a historic observatory setting near Hailsham.

Go Ape Bedgebury ⭐ 4.6 9.3 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Bedgebury

Soar through the treetops of beautiful Bedgebury Forest on thrilling zip lines and aerial obstacles that promise adventure for the whole family at this exciting high ropes course.

The Rye Mystery Treasure Trail ⭐ 4.5 9.7 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

The Rye Mystery Treasure Trail

Explore historic Rye's charming streets on an exciting self-guided treasure hunt that gets the whole family solving clues together. Pack a picnic and discover hidden secrets as you navigate this ancient town's mysteries.

School of Wizards and Witches ⭐ 4.9 9.8 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

School of Wizards and Witches

Step into a magical realm at this enchanting Rye attraction where young wizards can master spells, mix mystical potions and learn the ancient arts of sorcery in an immersive fantasy experience.

Museums & Galleries
Rye Castle Museum 10 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Rye Castle Museum

Step inside this historic East Street museum where local heritage comes alive through fascinating exhibits, though families should note limited facilities and access challenges before visiting.

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