Great ideas to get out with the kids

I've listed below some of the categories of venues that you can find on FunintheUK.co.uk, plus an example of each.

Please use the Search tool where you can filter the 2824 Venues on the interactive map by Venue Type, such as Outdoor Adventure, Zoo/Safari, National Park, Theme Park, Resort and so on. Or filter by Activity to return more specific results, such as Dry Ski Slope, Escape Room, Karting/Driving, Cycling, Ten Pin Bowling, Watersports/Sailing, Trampolining and so on.

Select your location, your filters, choose a search radius, and see what comes up. Then click on the marker to find more information about each Venue, the web link to the Venue and even a Directions tool.

Indoor Pursuits When the weather isn't cooperating or you're looking for some indoor fun, FunintheUK.co.uk has plenty of options for you! From dry skiing to escape rooms to ten pin bowling, there's something for every family to enjoy.

FunintheUK.co.uk has 517 indoor pursuits listed across the UK.

128 Escape Rooms to test your wits. This Activity filter will include all venues with Escape Rooms including Ten Pin Bowling venues as well as dedicated Escape Rooms, such as this one:

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Si5 SpyMissions	Welcome to SpyMissions. The Incredible Spy Adventure in Nottingham. Following our unique and brilliant storyline, you will covertly board the hijacked vessel UNS Steadfast to stop her from reaching London and launching her missiles. Can you stop Rogue agent Malice in time?

103 indoor rope or climbing venues to tire and inspire the kids such as:

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Oxygen Wilmslow	Here at Oxygen Wilmslow we're a trampoline park and so much more: we also have an Interactive Multi-Sports Arena; 6 Climbing Walls; Open Bounce Area with around 65 interconnected trampolines; Giant Air Bag; Inflatables; and a Cardio Wall. Our Freejumping sessions include access to all these activities, however there's an additional cost for the climbing walls. For younger children there are 3 Storeys of Soft Play, and we also run structured Sensory play sessions. Children's Parties are very popular at Oxygen Freejumping. During your party, you will have an hour of fun in the trampoline park followed by food and drinks in one of our six private party rooms. Parents can spend a more leisurely time relaxing in the cafe area, where you can have a chat over a coffee and perhaps a piece of delicious cake.

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Oxygen Wilmslow

Here at Oxygen Wilmslow we're a trampoline park and so much more: we also have an Interactive Multi-Sports Arena; 6 Climbing Walls; Open Bounce Area with around 65 interconnected trampolines; Giant Air Bag; Inflatables; and a Cardio Wall. Our Freejumping sessions include access to all these activities, however there's an additional cost for the climbing walls. For younger children there are 3 Storeys of Soft Play, and we also run structured Sensory play sessions. Children's Parties are very popular at Oxygen Freejumping. During your party, you will have an hour of fun in the trampoline park followed by food and drinks in one of our six private party rooms. Parents can spend a more leisurely time relaxing in the cafe area, where you can have a chat over a coffee and perhaps a piece of delicious cake.

17 indoor ice/rollerskating places to test your balance, such as:

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Slough Ice Arena	We are open for everyone to enjoy the ice, whether you're a beginner, or a seasoned skater. As well as the ice, there's also a well-equipped gym for you to enjoy, alongside a brand-new climbing wall, dedicated Clip 'n Climb wall and an all-new cafe. As well as those taking part in activities, spectators are also provided for, with new fully-glazed barriers and new spectator seating and lighting.

140 listings of ten pin bowling so we can all laugh at Daddy's special bowling wiggle, like this:

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Hollywood Bowl Stockton	You can now enjoy 31 lanes of high-tech bowling, NEW 12 holes of putterly-brilliant mini golf, an upgraded bar and diner where you can enjoy delicious food and drink, and an action-packed amusements arcade. Perfect for every occasion, and filled to the brim with all the fun you'll need, visit our Stockton centre for the best bowling, mini golf and amusements around.

build your coordination and exercise those core muscles at one of the 78 trampoline parks, like this one:

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AirHop Warwick	AirHop Adventure Park Warwick is packed full of fun for all the family with some amazing attractions! Whether it's flying through the air into our foam pit or racing down our slides on our NEW huge inflatable, there are plenty of thrills to be had at AirHop Warwick. If you love football and sports, we have a NEW interactive pitch to hone your skills and challenge your friends... and then there is the super popular Wipeout! The whole family will love it here... guaranteed!

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AirHop Warwick

AirHop Adventure Park Warwick is packed full of fun for all the family with some amazing attractions! Whether it's flying through the air into our foam pit or racing down our slides on our NEW huge inflatable, there are plenty of thrills to be had at AirHop Warwick. If you love football and sports, we have a NEW interactive pitch to hone your skills and challenge your friends... and then there is the super popular Wipeout! The whole family will love it here... guaranteed!

test your reaction time and target skills at one of the 68 paintball/laser tag/archery venues. It is not often you're allowed to hit mummy or grandad with a paint pellet!

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Base Camp	Indoor Activities Centre In Cornwall. Perfect for rainy days or tiring out little ones before bed. Base Camp has a huge 2,000 sq. ft soft play area and over three floors of zip lines, ball pools and slides, with a self-contained play area for little ones under 3 on the ground floor. While the kids are letting off steam, you can relax in Base Camp Cafe over coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner.

hone your kids water-based life skills ... no, not drinking, I mean swimming at one of 548 swimming pools/waterparks. This Activity filter will include all venues with a pool, such as resorts as well as the usual leisure centres.

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Kendal Leisure Centre	Kendal Leisure Centre, located on the market town of kendal, South Lakeland, boasts a fantastic gym, 25 metre swimming pool, learner pool, indoor sports hall, studios, conference suites and a 900 seat theatre and arts venue.

take the family to be entertained while you take a nice nap in a dark room, if you can sleep through the massive screen and huge immersive sounds at one of the 307 cinemas.

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Theme Parks Who doesn't love the thrill of a good theme park? With FunintheUK.co.uk, you can discover the perfect theme park for your family's next adventure. From exhilarating roller coasters to kid-friendly rides, there was something for everyone to enjoy!

FunintheUK.co.uk has 43 Theme Parks listed across the UK, such as:

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Diggerland Yorkshire	Your days out in Yorkshire can be super fun and adventurous when teamed up with Diggerland. Guests of all ages can ride, drive and operate real diggers! All in a safe and family friendly setting.

Nature and Wildlife Explorations If your kids are nature lovers, you'll want to check out the incredible National Parks and Zoo/Safari venues listed on FunintheUK.co.uk.

FunintheUK.co.uk has 352 National Parks listed across the UK where you can run free, such as:

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Windsor Great Park	Part of the Windsor Estate, Windsor Great Park is an ancient Royal landscape of forests, grasslands, lakes and gardens. Visit and you will discover 1,000 years of history including historical monuments, rare wildlife and National Collections of plants and Champion Trees. An operational Estate with farms, vineyard, commercial forestry as well as residential and commercial lettings, the Windsor Estate covers approximately 6,400 hectares (15,800 acres) stretching for some 10 miles from Windsor Castle to Camberley and is home to a thriving business community. Windsor Great Park is open all year round and is free to enter. Explore and plan your visit to help you make the most of your day.

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Windsor Great Park

Part of the Windsor Estate, Windsor Great Park is an ancient Royal landscape of forests, grasslands, lakes and gardens. Visit and you will discover 1,000 years of history including historical monuments, rare wildlife and National Collections of plants and Champion Trees. An operational Estate with farms, vineyard, commercial forestry as well as residential and commercial lettings, the Windsor Estate covers approximately 6,400 hectares (15,800 acres) stretching for some 10 miles from Windsor Castle to Camberley and is home to a thriving business community. Windsor Great Park is open all year round and is free to enter. Explore and plan your visit to help you make the most of your day.

and 82 Zoo/Safari parks where you can learn about conservation and the importance of maintaining the natural environment, while giggling at the meercats, stroking a goat, pretending not to be scared by the spiders and eating lots of ice cream:

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Colchester Zoo	Colchester Zoo is home to over 160 species set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes! As you navigate your way around Colchester Zoo you'll visit many different habitats and see animals from around the world, from the humid habitat of our Komodo dragons to our very own Africa plain, home to White rhino, giraffes, ostrich, zebra and kudu!

Outdoor Adventures Embrace your adventurous spirit and explore the great outdoors with a range of outdoor activities.

FunintheUK.co.uk has 398 Outdoor Adventures listed across the UK.

There are 115 Watersport/Sailing venues to enjoy where one day I might learn the difference between a wetsuit and a dry suit:

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Hemsby Beach Holiday Park	Welcome to Hemsby Beach Holiday Park, the ultimate family escape by the beautiful Norfolk coast. Located next to the wide-open sandy beach of Hemsby, our park is the ideal setting for making unforgettable family holiday memories. Dive into fun with our on-site activities or discover nearby attractions like action-packed Great Yarmouth, the historic charm of Norwich, or the serene waterways of the Broads National Park - all within easy reach. It's all waiting for you at Hemsby Beach, where every day brings a new family adventure!

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Hemsby Beach Holiday Park

Welcome to Hemsby Beach Holiday Park, the ultimate family escape by the beautiful Norfolk coast. Located next to the wide-open sandy beach of Hemsby, our park is the ideal setting for making unforgettable family holiday memories. Dive into fun with our on-site activities or discover nearby attractions like action-packed Great Yarmouth, the historic charm of Norwich, or the serene waterways of the Broads National Park - all within easy reach. It's all waiting for you at Hemsby Beach, where every day brings a new family adventure!

Or 244 places to go Cycling for excellent low impact exercise away from the road:

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Rogate Woods	Known locally as Tullecombe, Rogate Woods is located in the heart of The South Downs and is a woodland of mixed ages, habitats and things to do. The area on Combe Hill has a dedicated bike park, which is open to mountain bikers. The woodland offers a network of open paths and countryside views that local people can explore on foot.

Get your outdoor climbing fix at one of the 94 outdoor Climbing/Ropes venues:

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Discovery Centre at Conkers	Escape to CONKERS, the award winning attraction at The Heart of the National Forest, a unique mix of indoor & outdoor to keep you and family engaged for hours!

Historical and Cultural Excursions Introducing children to history and culture can be both enriching and fun. From exploring ancient castles to delving into the past at museums, there's no shortage of historical and cultural sites to visit in the UK.

FunintheUK.co.uk has 451 Museums and Stately Home/Castle and Gardens venues listed across the UK.

There are 276 Stately Home/Castle and Gardens venues to wonder at and explore. 30 of them offer accommodation which you can find by selecting accommodation in the Facilities filter, as well as selecting Stately Home/Castle and Gardens in the Venue Type filter. One example of a Stately Home/Castle and Garden venue is shown below:

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Old Wardour Castle	Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish entertainment. Today the castle ruin provides a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families, and budding historians alike. The castle was the inspiration for the one featured in the Kevin Costner film 'Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves'. Embark on an adventure as you take part in our challenge to discover if you can 'Keep the Castle'. Children will also love exploring the grotto and castle rooms, and climbing to the top of the castle for unmissable views. Plus, there's plenty of space to play or for picnics under the cover of the age old trees.

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Old Wardour Castle

Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish entertainment. Today the castle ruin provides a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families, and budding historians alike. The castle was the inspiration for the one featured in the Kevin Costner film 'Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves'. Embark on an adventure as you take part in our challenge to discover if you can 'Keep the Castle'. Children will also love exploring the grotto and castle rooms, and climbing to the top of the castle for unmissable views. Plus, there's plenty of space to play or for picnics under the cover of the age old trees.

And there are 175 Museums venues to boost the brains. But please leave before closing time! I've seen the movies.

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Preston Mill	Picturesque mill on the banks of the River Tyne - waterwheel, millpond, doocot and Outlander set. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings at this picturesque mill. The mill features in the popular TV series Outlander. See and hear the mill mechanisms in action and learn about the millers who worked here. Keep an eye out for otters, kingfishers and herons on the walk beside the river down to the doocot.

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Preston Mill

Picturesque mill on the banks of the River Tyne - waterwheel, millpond, doocot and Outlander set. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings at this picturesque mill. The mill features in the popular TV series Outlander. See and hear the mill mechanisms in action and learn about the millers who worked here. Keep an eye out for otters, kingfishers and herons on the walk beside the river down to the doocot.