# Things to Do near Whiddon Down — Attractions & Days Out

> Handpicked attractions, museums, landmarks and days out in Whiddon Down. Ratings, opening hours and directions for the best things to do.

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42 attractions and days out

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[⭐ 4.5 2.4 mi away Castles & Palaces Castle Drogo Step into England's youngest castle near Exeter, where early 20th-century grandeur meets stunning gardens and fascinating collections in a dramatic Dartmoor setting.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/castle-drogo) [⭐ 4.8 2.7 mi away Lidos & Outdoor Pools Chagford Swimming Pool This family-friendly lido in Rushford welcomes visitors with excellent facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing areas, parking and an onsite restaurant where you can grab refreshments.](https://staycation.co.uk/chagford/attractions/chagford-swimming-pool) [⭐ 5.0 5.4 mi away Farm Parks Alfordon Farms Ltd](https://staycation.co.uk/stockley/attractions/alfordon-farms-ltd) [⭐ 4.9 6.5 mi away Parks & Play Areas Simmons Park A wheelchair-accessible park in Okehampton offering outdoor space with onsite parking, though visitors should note there are no toilet facilities or picnic areas available on the grounds.](https://staycation.co.uk/okehampton/attractions/simmons-park) [⭐ 4.5 6.7 mi away Museums & Galleries Museum of Dartmoor Life Discover the fascinating heritage and culture of Dartmoor through engaging exhibits that bring the moor's history to life. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking and facilities for visitors.](https://staycation.co.uk/okehampton/attractions/museum-of-dartmoor-life) [⭐ 4.4 6.8 mi away Castles & Palaces Okehampton Castle Explore the dramatic ruins of Devon's largest castle, perched above the River Okement with stunning woodland walks. Family-friendly facilities include parking, accessible toilets and baby changing areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/okehampton/attractions/okehampton-castle) [⭐ 4.5 7.2 mi away Indoor Soft Play Waie 2 Play Located at The Waie Inn in Zeal Monachorum, this indoor soft play venue offers active fun for youngsters with an onsite restaurant and snacks to keep everyone fuelled throughout their visit.](https://staycation.co.uk/crediton/attractions/waie-2-play) [⭐ 4.6 10.6 mi away Horse Riding Shilstone Riding Centre Saddle up for countryside adventures at this Dartmoor riding centre, offering equestrian experiences in stunning Widecombe scenery with onsite refreshments and parking available for visiting families.](https://staycation.co.uk/widecombe-in-the-moor/attractions/shilstone-riding-centre) [⭐ 4.7 10.9 mi away Parks & Play Areas Canonteign Falls Adventure through Devon's dramatic Teign Valley at this spectacular natural attraction featuring cascading waterfalls and 80 acres of scenic parkland to discover with the family.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/canonteign-falls) [⭐ 5.0 11.3 mi away Adventure & Activity Centres Scribbleton This fully accessible activity centre welcomes families with babies and young children, offering wheelchair-friendly facilities throughout, plus dedicated baby changing and breastfeeding rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/winkleigh/attractions/scribbleton) [⭐ 4.8 11.9 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool A family-friendly community pool in the heart of Bovey Tracey with wheelchair access, baby changing facilities and convenient nearby parking. Perfect for a refreshing swim whatever the weather.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-abbot/attractions/bovey-tracey-swimming-pool) [🎟️National Parks & ReservesDartmoor National Park 12 mi away National Parks & Reserves Dartmoor National Park Discover wild moorlands, ancient caves and scenic walking routes across this stunning landscape perfect for family adventures. Wheelchair and pushchair accessible with facilities available throughout the park.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-abbot/attractions/dartmoor-national-park) [🎟️Museums & GalleriesDartmoor Prison Museum 12 mi away Museums & Galleries Dartmoor Prison Museum Step inside Britain's most notorious Victorian jail to discover the harsh realities of prison life through original cells, exhibits and historical artefacts. This fully accessible family-friendly museum welcomes pushchairs, dogs and packed lunches.](https://staycation.co.uk/yelverton/attractions/dartmoor-prison-museum) [⭐ 4.8 12.1 mi away Farm Parks War Horse Valley Country Farm Park Step into the world of Michael Morpurgo's beloved tale at this charming country farm park featuring traditional Cob-barns, engaging exhibitions, and an onsite restaurant for family refreshments.](https://staycation.co.uk/hatherleigh/attractions/war-horse-valley-country-farm-park) [⭐ 4.5 12.3 mi away Museums & Galleries House of Marbles Watch skilled craftspeople create beautiful glass marbles and explore millennia of glassmaking tradition at this fascinating Bovey Tracey museum, housed in a historic pottery building with full accessibility.](https://staycation.co.uk/bovey-tracey/attractions/house-of-marbles) [⭐ 4.8 12.4 mi away National Parks & Reserves Lydford Gorge Explore Devon's deepest river gorge with spectacular waterfalls and ancient oak woodland along dramatic walking trails. Note that steep terrain makes access challenging for wheelchairs and pushchairs.](https://staycation.co.uk/tavistock/attractions/lydford-gorge) [⭐ 4.7 12.5 mi away Farm Parks Made-Well CIC This wheelchair and pushchair-friendly children's farm welcomes families with little ones, offering baby changing facilities and full accessibility throughout all areas of the attraction.](https://staycation.co.uk/okehampton/attractions/made-well-cic) [⭐ 4.8 12.7 mi away High Ropes & Aerial Trails Go Ape Haldon Experience thrilling treetop challenges and soar along an impressive zip wire through Devon's forest canopy at this adventure course near Exeter, with facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing areas.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/go-ape-haldon) [⭐ 5.0 12.9 mi away Adventure & Activity Centres Go Segway Experience the thrill of gliding on a Segway at this Haldon Gateway activity centre, perfect for adventurous families seeking an exciting outdoor experience together.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/go-segway) [⭐ 4.4 13.1 mi away Parks & Play Areas Haldon Forest Park Adventure awaits families at this woodland haven where little ones can enjoy play areas while older children tackle bike trails through the trees, all with facilities including refreshments and full accessibility.](https://staycation.co.uk/kennford/attractions/haldon-forest-park) [⭐ 4.3 13.3 mi away Museums & Galleries Dartmoor Prison Museum Step inside Britain's most notorious high-security jail to discover the harsh realities of prison life through authentic cells, exhibits and stories from Dartmoor's 200-year history of housing criminals.](https://staycation.co.uk/princetown/attractions/dartmoor-prison-museum) [⭐ 4.6 13.7 mi away Lidos & Outdoor Pools Chudleigh Lido This community outdoor pool at Chudleigh Primary School offers refreshing summer swims with snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited and it's not suitable for wheelchairs or babies.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-abbot/attractions/chudleigh-lido) [⭐ 3.7 14 mi away Indoor Soft Play Bear Feet Play Centre This expansive indoor play venue offers youngsters classic soft play equipment and adventure zones, with an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and convenient parking for hassle-free family visits.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/bear-feet-play-centre) [⭐ 4.8 14 mi away Museums & Galleries St Nicholas Priory Step inside a fascinating medieval monastery building on Fore Street, where families can explore ancient rooms and discover how monks lived centuries ago in this unique Exeter landmark.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/st-nicholas-priory) [⭐ 4.4 14 mi away Museums & Galleries Bill Douglas Centre - History of Cinema Discover the magic of early cinema at this fascinating free museum housed in Exeter University's Old Library, showcasing vintage film equipment, posters and memorabilia through the ages.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/bill-douglas-centre-history-of-cinema) [⭐ 4.6 14.1 mi away Museums & Galleries The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery Discover centuries of Devon heritage through hands-on exhibits at this award-winning Exeter museum, featuring everything from world cultures to natural history in a stunning Victorian building.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/the-royal-albert-memorial-museum-art-gallery) [⭐ 4.1 14.1 mi away Bowling Alleys Tenpin Exeter Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue in Havenbanks Retail Park, complete with onsite dining, accessible facilities and convenient parking for a hassle-free day out.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/tenpin-exeter) [⭐ 4.7 14.1 mi away Climbing & Bouldering Clip n Climb Exeter Young adventurers aged 4-18 can scale colourful climbing walls and tackle exciting challenges like the Jungle Gym at this Haven Banks venue, featuring an onsite restaurant and accessible facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/clip-n-climb-exeter) [⭐ 5.0 14.1 mi away Parks & Play Areas Street kicks Ltd](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/street-kicks-ltd) [⭐ 4.7 14.1 mi away Climbing & Bouldering The Quay Climbing Centre Scale exciting indoor walls at this riverside climbing venue offering routes for all abilities, with convenient onsite parking though visitors should plan ahead for refreshments and facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/the-quay-climbing-centre) [⭐ 4.9 14.2 mi away Sailing & Kayaking Saddles and Paddles Explore the waterways with kayaking and sailing adventures from this quayside location, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling between sessions on the water.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/saddles-and-paddles) [⭐ 4.6 14.2 mi away Sightseeing & Attractions River Dart Country Park A family-friendly countryside venue near Ashburton offering accessible facilities including parking, toilets and baby changing, though visitors should note outside food isn't permitted.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-abbot/attractions/river-dart-country-park) [⭐ 4.0 14.2 mi away Parks & Play Areas Exeter Sculpture Walk Explore an outdoor art trail featuring three dozen striking sculptures scattered across the University of Exeter's scenic Streatham Campus, perfect for a cultural family outing with picnic opportunities.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/exeter-sculpture-walk) [⭐ 4.0 14.2 mi away Trampoline & Bounce Parks iBounce Exeter Launch into airborne adventure at this action-packed trampoline centre where little ones and bigger kids can leap, flip and play across springy zones, plus special toddler times and illuminated evening sessions.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/ibounce-exeter) [⭐ 4.6 14.2 mi away Watersports Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre An accessible waterside venue offering exciting aquatic activities for families, with convenient parking and picnic-friendly facilities on Haven Road.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/haven-banks-outdoor-education-centre) [⭐ 4.5 14.3 mi away Caves & Mines Exeters Underground Passages Venture beneath Exeter's historic streets to explore medieval vaulted tunnels built centuries ago to bring fresh water into the city, offering a unique subterranean adventure for families.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/exeters-underground-passages) [⭐ 4.2 14.5 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres St Sidwell's Point Leisure Centre This modern Exeter leisure centre welcomes families with excellent facilities including swimming pools, accessible amenities, baby changing rooms and an onsite restaurant, plus convenient nearby parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/st-sidwell-s-point-leisure-centre) [⭐ 4.2 14.5 mi away Cinema & Theatre Vue Exeter Catch the latest blockbusters across seven screens at this modern multiplex cinema, complete with onsite parking, wheelchair access and a snack bar to keep the whole family entertained.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/vue-exeter) [⭐ 4.0 14.5 mi away Cinema & Theatre ODEON Exeter Catch the latest blockbusters across four big screens at this city-centre cinema on Sidwell Street, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient nearby parking for families.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/odeon-exeter) [⭐ 4.8 14.7 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres Ashburton Swimming Pool This welcoming community pool on Love Lane offers family-friendly facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and an onsite restaurant, though visitors should note there's no parking available.](https://staycation.co.uk/ashburton/attractions/ashburton-swimming-pool) [⭐ 4.5 14.8 mi away Trails & Treasure Hunts The Dartmoor Mystery Treasure Trail Explore Tavistock and Dartmoor's stunning landscapes while solving clues on this exciting family treasure hunt adventure. Wheelchair accessible with picnic spots, toilets and snacks available along the way.](https://staycation.co.uk/dartmoor/attractions/the-dartmoor-mystery-treasure-trail) [⭐ 5.0 14.8 mi away Escape Room Challenges Prodigy Escapes Challenge your family's problem-solving skills at this Exeter escape room venue, where you'll race against the clock to crack codes and unravel mysteries together in immersive themed adventures.](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/prodigy-escapes)

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