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!
Over 100 acres of woodland, and moorland. There's 2 playparks, and an abundance of wildlife to spot.
Walk or cycle the Semple Trail, feed the ducks, and enjoy spending time in nature.
Stunning scenery of the high heather hills, moorlands, and walks to the now disused Barytes mine. Enjoy wildlife spotting on the nature trails.
A park with a toddler playground, as well as a playground for older kids, an outdoor gym, a pond, a walled garden, and open space. There's also a pay-for model railway.
A hidden slice of tranquility and calm, there are 2 routes to follow round the woodlands and ponds, both are short and easy. Keep an eye out for wildlife including otters, herons, deer, and eels.
A park with loads to do for kids including a duck pond, floral gardens, BMX course, skate park, tennis courts, sensory garden, cycle tracks, and a playground.
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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