Budget-friendly days out in Bristol

Cheap days out in Bristol for under £10 a head - small admission, low-cost activities and family-friendly spots that won't blow the weekend budget.

6 activities

Avon Valley Railway
£

Avon Valley Railway

Avon Valley Railway · Bristol

A heritage steam railway running between Bitton and Avon Riverside with regular family events and seasonal special trips. Young train enthusiasts are absolutely in their element here.

0–23–56–10
Setting
Outdoor
Duration
Under 1 hr
Clevedon Pier
£

Clevedon Pier

Clevedon Pier and Heritage Trust · Bristol

This beautiful Victorian pier stretches into the Severn Estuary and is perfect for a seaside family outing. Children love spotting boats and wildlife from the end of the pier, and there's often a vintage tea room open. The views across to Wales are stunning.

0–23–56–1011–16
Setting
Outdoor
Duration
Under 1 hr
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf
£

Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf

Jungle Rumble Ltd · Bristol

Two jungle-themed indoor adventure golf courses with spectacular theming, waterfalls, and atmospheric lighting. The 18-hole courses wind through tropical scenery with interactive obstacles. It's air-conditioned and works whatever the weather.

3–56–1011–16
Setting
Indoor
Duration
Half day
Lollipop Bristol
£

Lollipop Bristol

Lollipop Play Ltd · Bristol

A vibrant indoor play centre with soft play zones, trampolines, and dedicated areas for different age groups. There's a comfortable café for parents and regular toddler sessions. Everything is clean, modern, and well-supervised.

0–23–56–10
Setting
Indoor
Duration
Half day
Spark Bristol
£

Spark Bristol

Spark Bristol Ltd · Bristol

An indoor activity centre for young children featuring imaginative play areas themed as a village with shops, café, construction zone, and more. Toddlers and preschoolers can role-play, build, and explore in a safe environment. Parents can relax in the café area.

0–23–5
Setting
Indoor
Duration
Half day
Watershed
£

Watershed

Watershed Arts Trust · Bristol

Bristol's cultural cinema and digital media centre showing independent films, hosting family-friendly screenings, and running creative workshops. The café bar overlooks the harbour and there are often free exhibitions. Weekend family film clubs are particularly popular.

6–1011–16
Setting
Indoor
Duration
Half day