8 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Gloucestershire
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!
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.
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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