8 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Gloucestershire (Updated 2025)
Ahoy there money-savvy adventurers.
If you're looking to for a fun and free day out, then check out these things to do with the kids in Gloucestershire. Whether it's letting off steam at Robinswood Hill Country Park, or having fun with hands on learning at the Tetbury Police Museum, there's options here to suit all ages, whatever the weather.
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. 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!
Lucy
The Forest of Dean is a large, ancient woodland, at Beechenhurst you can enjoy a family cycle trail, a sculpture trail, a Zog trail, play in the play area, or follow one of the other walking or bike trails.
Visit the massive earthwork remains of one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in Britain. There are information boards telling you a little more and showing what it would have looked like. Check out this walking trail around the town. There's the Corinium Museum nearby to extend the learning (charges apply).
A lovely town park, with a sandpit, playground, seasonal splash pad, a skate park, and lily pool, as well as plenty of open space. In the summer brass bands sometimes play from the band stand.
Learn about the past 200 years of policing in the original historic Victorian Police Station, Gaol and Magistrates Court. There's lots of family friendly activities and events, including visiting the recreated magistrates court and detective activities.
The Tailor of Gloucester
Museum & Shop
A charming small museum dedicated to the world of Beatrix Potter and her works. It's set in the same building that inspired her to write the story.
A celebration of Gloucestershire's rich aviation history from the birth of flight to modern times. Visit a variety aircraft on display. Older kids and adults can visit the open cockpits, including that of a Vulcan bomber and Trident airliner
Visit the animals, including sheep, goats, a barn owl, chickens, ducks, a pony, and guinea pigs, and rabbits who are available to stroke. There's also a cafe which runs family events.
100 hectares to explore including wildflower meadows, woodlands, orchards and ponds. Head to the visitor centre to collect a trail map for the sculpture trail.
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