Places to visit in Bath and Bristol
Magnificent houses, peaceful gardens, wooded trails and little-known treasures. See what the area around Bath and Bristol has to offer.
Family-friendly places near Bath and Bristol
Discover the best places to explore as a family in Bath and Bristol this season. Plan your days out for a memorable visit that the whole family will enjoy.
Places to visit with your family in Bath and Bristol
Discover all the best places to explore with your family for a great day out.
Dyrham Park
Find out what’s on for families this season at Dyrham Park with information on upcoming events and year-round facilities.
Tyntesfield
Looking for fun family activities to do? Whether you're after outdoor games for the kids or just a relaxing picnic in nature, we've got plenty for you to enjoy.
Lacock
Seasonal blooms, activity trails, medieval architecture and photographic discovery: have a fun-filled adventure at Lacock Abbey.
Newark Park
There's plenty for families to enjoy throughout the seasons at Newark Park.
Avebury
With plenty of space, fresh air and history all around, Avebury is a perfect place to bring the family, whatever the time of year.
Stourhead
Find out the family-friendly things to do at Stourhead, from events in the garden to exploring the house.
October half term around Bath and Bristol
Halloween trail at Tyntesfield
Explore quirky Victorian Halloween traditions, Complete trail activities, play ‘Trick or Truth’, and guess real customs vs. playful tricks. Finish the trail to win a prize for your detective skills.
October half term bug trail at Dyrham Park
Get out in the great outdoors this October half term for an insect-themed trail around the 270 acres of parkland. Collect your prize, an autumn-themed wooden decoration, at the end of the trail.
October half term pumpkin trail at Lacock
Follow the pumpkins and find 8 activity stations dotted around the abbey grounds. From skittles to leaf rubbing, enjoy autumn activities with a spooky twist.
October half term fun at Avebury
Come to visitor reception in the barn when you arrive to find out more about the nature themed activities available.
October half term at Newark Park
In the garden there will be 8 bats hidden around the garden for families to discover. Each bat will have a fact about the bats which call Newark Park home, can you complete the trail sheet?
Ideas for rainy days
Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do when it’s raining
We've compiled a selection of items from the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ list that are perfect for rainy days, so grab your waterproofs and get involved.
There's lots to do even on a drizzly day at Dyrham Park
Get togged up and explore the parkland, sheltering in the Old Lodge cafe if needed, or embrace an entirely indoor day out as the house and exhibition are filled with interactive opportunities for all ages.
Fun whatever the weather at Tyntesfield
Inevitable rainy days needn't put you off a day trip to Tyntesfield, just outside of Bristol. Downpours can be dodged in the house, orangery and walled garden, there's an undercover play area at Home Farm (conveniently placed for a stop in the Cow Barn Cafe) and the second hand bookshop has a great selection of children's books if you're looking for wet weather entertainment to take home.
Find a family-friendly place near you
Looking for a family day out that'll keep everyone entertained? Find things to do with the kids at the places we care for near you.
