A family at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire — Family at Wicken Fen Nature Reserve | © National Trust Images/Oskar Proctor

Family-friendly places in Cambridgeshire

If you're looking for something fun to do with the family, why not enjoy a day out with the kids at one of these places around Cambridgeshire?

Keep your little explorers busy on a family day out at one of these places in Cambridgeshire.

Visitors at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire with windmill behind them.

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Wicken Fen

If outdoor activities and learning about nature sound like a good day out for your family, Wicken Fen is the right place for you. Discover everything you need to plan your family day out, from events and activities for kids to hiring bikes.

Children enjoying the swing at Wimpole Home Farm's playground

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Wimpole Estate

From events and activities to getting close to animals, here's what you need to know about a family day out at Wimpole.

Family on a walk in front of the house at Anglesey Abbey, wearing coats and backs to the camera. The sun is shining.

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Anglesey Abbey

Plan your next family adventure at Anglesey Abbey.

Visitors exploring an exhibit inside Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire.

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Houghton Mill

At Houghton mill you can join a Meet the Millers tour and learn about how flour is milled, enjoy a tasty snack in the cafe and explore the scenic Waterclose Meadows.

Girl in pink jacket standing under blossoming tree in orchard look up at the branches

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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do in spring

Spring is the perfect time to get started on our list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. Here are some of the best activities to try, from stargazing to snail racing.

There’s nothing quite like playing outdoors. Swooshing down slides, clambering over logs and letting your imagination run wild. It’s no wonder that play areas are an essential part of many family days out. Here are some top places to play in Cambridgeshire.

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Family-friendly things to do at Anglesey Abbey

There's an adventure waiting for you in the Woodland Play Area. Nestled away at the end of the woodland path there's something for everyone, from swings to birdwatching and den building. A natural woodland offers the space to have a nature-filled adventure with all the family. Head down and let your imagination run wild.

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Family-friendly things to do at Wimpole

A space for younger visitors to explore and play in a new, safe and stimulating way, all nestled within the picturesque surroundings of the estate’s Home Farm. Designed and crafted with an emphasis on fun and sustainability, the new play area features large climbing frames, an adventure trail, and accessible swings made of natural materials, surrounded by hardwood chip safety surfacing.