City of York Council · York
Community green space with playground facilities and open grass for ball games. Conveniently located in Acomb village with local shops nearby. Regular informal play sessions and community events.
Manchester City Council · Manchester
A Victorian park with ornamental lake, playground, and wide open spaces for games. The terrace overlooks the park with panoramic city views while tree-lined paths offer pleasant strolls. Regular community events bring extra life to this well-loved green space.
Bath and North East Somerset Council · Bath
A well-equipped neighbourhood park with modern play equipment, open green spaces and tennis courts. The playground includes swings, climbing frames and equipment for different age groups. Popular with local families for its community feel and well-maintained facilities.
Bath and North East Somerset Council · Bath
A well-equipped free playground in north Bath with a large play structure, sandpit, and open parkland alongside. A neighbourhood favourite for local families with younger children.
Historic Environment Scotland · Edinburgh
The iconic extinct volcano in Holyrood Park offers a manageable hike for older children with spectacular 360-degree views of the city as a reward at the top.
Bristol City Council · Bristol
A vast free parkland on the edge of Bristol with deer roaming freely, mountain bike trails, and wide open space for picnics and play. One of the finest free family spaces in the south west.
Birmingham Museums Trust · Birmingham
A magnificent Jacobean mansion in north Birmingham with grand historic interiors and a long history of royal visits. Free entry and brilliantly atmospheric for children with an interest in history.
Various · Bristol
Self-guided or guided walks through Bristol's streets taking in original Banksy works and the city's world-renowned street art scene. Perfect for teenagers and culturally curious older children.
Bath Abbey · Bath
A stunning Gothic abbey in the heart of the city with a free tower tour and magnificent fan vaulting overhead. The recently opened Footprint exhibition beneath the abbey floor fascinates older children.
Bath City Farm · Bath
A free community farm on the edge of the city where children can meet goats, horses, pigs, and poultry in a relaxed setting. A genuinely lovely unhurried alternative to the big animal attractions.
Mayor's Guides · Bath
Free guided walking tours led by knowledgeable volunteer guides telling Bath's fascinating stories. While standard tours may be long for young children, shorter themed tours and treasure hunt versions are available. An excellent introduction to Bath's heritage.
Bath Postal Museum · Bath
A charming small museum in the city centre telling the story of the world's first postage stamp, sent from Bath in 1840. Compact and accessible — a great short stop for curious primary-age children.