9 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Bristol
Check out these things to do with the kids in Bristol, whether it's visiting the replica 15th century ship, or letting off steam at Blaise Castle Estate, I've got you covered, and best of all it's free!
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. Although I'd love to be able to travel to every place on here, time and practicalities dictate that I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
Explore the collection of art, nature and history, including dinosaurs. There's plenty to keep the kids engaged including dressing up, puzzles, and other activities. Check the website to see what family friendly activities they're currently running.
Explore 850 acres of woodland and grassland, with mountain bike trails, deer walks, mansion and garden walks, and woodland walks. There's also a miniature railway, rides cost £1.75 each.
Discover some local history in this converted 1950s dockside transit shed. There's heaps that the kids will love including interactive displays, a double decker bus, and a huge map of Bristol on the floor. Check out their website for current exhibits.
650 acres of parkland to explore, including a museum, castle, a toddler playground, and a playground for older kids. Go for a walk through the forest and past streams. While you're there, swing by Blaise Hamlet, to see 9 chocolate box cottages laid out around a village green.
A 105ft tower in the middle of beautiful parkland, climbing the tower is free. There's plenty of wildlife to look for in the park, and a kids playground.
A 4.5 acre city farm with a varity of farm animals, playground, picnic area, gardens, a farm shop, and cafe. Check out their whats on page.
A replica of the 15th century ship that John Cabot sailed to North America in. Moored on Bristol harbour, it's free to visit and explore, but check the website for when it will be open to the public.
If you want to cross by car, then it'll cost you £1, but it's free to cross the bridge for pedestrians and cyclists. There's also a free visitor centre on the Leigh Woods side, and free tours. Check out the natural rock slide while you're there.
A leading centre for contemporary art, they're very family friendly, including a family guide for each exhibition. Arnolfini Art Carts are available with colouring in materials, and activities. Check out their programme of events for family activities.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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