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Friarwood Valley Gardens

Peaceful gardens with flower beds, play area and benches, perfect for a relaxing stroll or picnic with the kids.

FreeOutdoorGarden4.5(465)

Howden Library

A friendly community library in Howden with a solid book collection, helpful staff, and a calm space for browsing or working.

FreeIndoorLibrary5.0(7)

Magna Science Adventure Centre

Interactive science museum in a former steel mill with hands-on exhibits and outdoor adventure activities.

4–16 yrsScience Centre4.2(4476)

Twycross Zoo

Family-orientated zoo featuring primates, mammals, reptiles and amphibians with excellent viewing enclosures and dining facilities.

OutdoorZoo4.2(18665)

Hollywood Bowl Bradford

Modern bowling alley with arcade games, diner and bar in Bradford city centre.

2–16 yrsIndoorBowling4.2(2271)

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm

A charming urban farm with friendly animals, beautiful grounds and an on-site cafe, perfect for a family day out in Leeds.

£Farm4.2(689)

Diddy Middys

Indoor soft play centre with sessions for all ages and brilliant party hosting. Perfect for keeping young children entertained whatever the weather.

££IndoorSoft Play4.3(259)

Handforth Miniature Railway

A volunteer-run miniature railway in a local park, open Wednesdays and Sundays. Rides are just £1 a go and the welcome is genuinely warm.

£OutdoorHeritage Railway4.7(11)

Science and Industry Museum

Free interactive science museum in a historic Victorian train station, perfect for curious children who love engineering, machines and how things work.

FreeIndoorMuseum4.4(20178)

Ossett Library

A free-to-join, fine-free library in the beautiful Ossett Town Hall, with books for all ages, free Wi-Fi, computers, printing, and a local history collection.

FreeIndoorLibrary4.7(10)

Hollywood Bowl Manchester

26 lanes of ten-pin fun with VIP options, an arcade, bar and diner all under one roof. Free car park, wheelchair-accessible, and food can be ordered straight to your lane.

IndoorBowling4.2(2911)

Happy Valley Nature Reserve

A free, open-all-hours nature reserve with woodland trails, a brook, stream and pond to splash about in. Stick to the tarmac path in wet weather, or pack wellies for the muddier tracks.

OutdoorNature Reserve4.7(170)

Kirklees Light Railway

A narrow-gauge railway through the countryside with a full adventure park alongside, including a café, bouncy pillow, and regular themed events. Dogs welcome too.

££Heritage Railway4.7(14)

Roundhay Park

Spacious Leeds park with lakes, woodlands, two playgrounds, walking trails and the historic mansion.

FreePark4.7(14812)

Cineworld - Ashton-under-Lyne

A proper multiplex with 2D, 3D, IMAX and 4DX screens, plus a Costa inside for a pre-film coffee. Wheelchair-accessible throughout.

££IndoorCinema4.3(4531)

Middleton Library

Community library with children's books, story times, and a historic building full of character. Free WiFi and computers available too.

FreeIndoorLibrary4.4(47)

The Rainforest Retreat Play Cafe

A clean, well-organised indoor play cafe with a rainforest theme, soft play and sensory toys. Perfect for toddlers and a brilliant spot for birthday parties.

££Newborn–5 yrsIndoor Play Centre4.9(17)

Kirklees Valley Local Nature Reserve

A peaceful local nature reserve and 4-mile trail through a wildlife-rich valley, great for walking, cycling, and dogs. Pushchair-friendly on the surfaced railway path.

FreeOutdoorNature Reserve4.6(17)

Stompers Play Gym

Indoor play gym for under 7s with soft play equipment, café, and secure, supervised environment.

££Up to 7 yrsSoft Play4.3(59)

Clarence Park

A large park with a small lake, ornamental gardens, a mini train, and a dog-friendly café. Good paths for pushchairs, plus plenty of open space for kids to run about.

FreeOutdoorPark4.5(471)