Finding family things to do that will amuse all ages can be a little difficult sometimes but there are loads of places to visit that everyone will enjoy. The UK holds some of the best attractions available, so whether you are after a fun weekend excursion or are building an itinerary for an upcoming holiday, here are a few ideas to get you going:
Discovery Point in Dundee, Scotland The RRS (Royal Research Ship) Discovery was the last wooden built ship to be sailed in Britain, with her final voyage being the Discovery Expedition in 1901 which took her to the Antarctic and back again by 1904. This fantastic ship is now part of the Discovery Point exhibition, where the whole family can learn all about seafaring life aboard the Discovery by making their way through the ship’s Giant Puzzle Maze to find out what it would have been like sailing through and living in the Antarctic.
Ski Rossendale in Rawtenstall, Lancashire This is the biggest outdoor ski slope in the North West and is the perfect outing for any adventurous families out there. You can go snowboarding, skiing, tubing and walking at Ski Rossendale and if you or your kids are a little out of practice you can book skiing or snowboarding lessons.
Bamburgh Castle in Bamburgh, Northumberland Bamburgh Castle is one of the largest castles still to be inhabited in the UK. Once home to the Kings of Northumberland, this castle has been brought to life and is packed with family-friendly activities and things to do, as well as being surrounded by stunning landscape.
Chessington World of Adventures in Chessington, Surrey There is more than enough to keep you busy at this theme park, including daring rollercoasters for the whole family, a zoo and a sea life centre. There are rides in the theme park that are suitable for younger children, and everyone will enjoy getting close to the animals in the zoo and sea life centre. If you want to stay for longer you can even book a short break at Chessington!
Techniquest in Cardiff, Wales If your children have an interest in science, Techniquest is the place to go. This attraction has science exhibits that everyone will love. You will get the chance to sit in on some exciting science experiments as well as going for a space adventure in the planetarium. All ages will find this attraction engaging, and if you want to you can book birthday parties there too.
