Things to do in Sheffield with kids

Playgrounds, farms, museums, soft play, and more for families in Sheffield.

17 places to visit with the kids

Weston Park Museum

Free Victorian museum in Sheffield with interactive exhibits, art galleries, and fascinating local history displays that appeal to all ages.

All agesFreeIndoor & Outdoor

Weston Park Museum

4.6(3010)

Go Karting

BattleKart Sheffield

Electric go-kart racing venue with family-friendly sessions and excellent accessibility features.

8 to 16 years£££Indoor

BattleKart Sheffield

4.8(117)

Ice Rink

Ice Sheffield

Two Olympic-sized ice rinks offering public skating sessions, lessons, and ice hockey matches for all abilities.

Magna Science Adventure Centre

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

4 to 16 years£££Indoor & Outdoor

Magna Science Adventure Centre

4.2(4476)

Farm

Wentworth Family Farm

A charming family farm with animals to feed, play areas and a gift shop, set within a garden centre near Rotherham.

12 months to 12 yearsFreeOutdoor

Wentworth Family Farm

4.7(242)

Country Park

Rother Valley Country Park

750-acre country park with lakes, walking and cycling trails, watersports and a nature reserve.

All agesFreeOutdoor

Rother Valley Country Park

4.5(7646)

Heritage Railway

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.

All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor

Kirklees Light Railway

4.7(14)

Swimming Pool

Barnsley Metrodome

Multi-activity leisure centre with swimming pools, waterpark, Adventure Reef play area, bowling and dining.

Barnsley Metrodome Waterpark (Calypso Cove)

Family water park with slides, splash pools and pirate-themed play area in Barnsley.

All ages£££Indoor

Barnsley Metrodome Waterpark (Calypso Cove)

4.3(3909)

Castle

Bolsover Castle

Beautifully preserved 17th-century castle with ornate interiors, atmospheric ruins, and extensive grounds offering 2-3 hours of exploration. Great views and a playground for families.

Brodsworth Hall and Gardens

A stunning Victorian stately home with preserved interiors and beautiful gardens, plus a play area for children.

All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor

Brodsworth Hall and Gardens

4.7(4087)

Farm

Cannon Hall Farm

Family-run working farm with animals, playground, tube maze and farm shop near Barnsley.

All ages£££

Cannon Hall Farm

4.7(9504)

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