Family | Where to Take Your Kids for a Day Out in the UK

Looking for a fun day out in the UK for you and the kids? You're not short on options! Here are some of my favourites:

Blackpool

Blackpool is a great day out for the entire family, and it can be made pretty cheap too if you plan things in advance. I would definitely advise you to go to Pleasure Beach, as some great rides your kids are sure to love are located here. Go in the Pasaje del Terror if you dare! When you’re done there, you can shop for at many of the shops and stalls dotted all around. If you go when the lights are on, you can see a great light show too. Kids love it here, just don’t expect 5-star luxury.

West Mids Safari Park
West Midlands Safari Park has every animal your kids could ever want to see; giraffes, lions, tigers, goats - you get the picture. You drive around the park in the car, a bit like you would on safari. If you like, you can buy some food to feed some of the animals, like goats and giraffes. Just be warned; they will probably want to stick their head in your car to see what’s going on. Have the windows up if you’re worried about this.

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Lego Land
Legoland Windsor is a fab place to take the kids. They don’t even need an active interest in Lego. There are more than 55 rides, and it’s all set in a beautiful parkland area. It’s a really unique theme park your kids will love.

Alton Towers

I couldn't miss the famous Alton Towers off the list. This is one of my favourite theme parks of all time, located in Staffordshire. The rides just don’t get old, and new rides are always eagerly anticipated - like The Smiler. Have questions? Alton Towers customer service 0844 545 7923 should be able to help.

The Harry Potter Studio Tour

Your kids must love Harry Potter. I’d be worried if they didn’t. This tour will allow them to explore so much of the magic that helped to create wonderful films. They can wander through movie sets, check out the props, and have pictures on the night bus and Privet Drive. The perfect treat for Harry fans!

Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge, in Somerset, is a wonderful place for the whole family to learn and have fun. You can explore caves, go rock climbing, and learn a lot about our prehistoric ancestors that you never knew before.

Go Ape

There are a number of Go Ape courses dotted all over. Let your kids go wild and get active on one of these fun obstacle courses!

Stratford Shakespeare Festival

Want something educational for your kids? Take them to Stratford Shakespeare festival. It makes Shakespeare easily digestible and fun for kids.

Do you know where you’re going to be taking your kids yet? Do you have any favourite places of your own? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!