Things to Do in Bedford This Weekend with Kids

Explore woodland walks, scenic trails, and natural landscapes across this expansive country park with family-friendly facilities and a café.

Explore rolling chalk downland with scenic walking trails, picnic areas, and panoramic views across the Chilterns countryside.

Experience thrilling outdoor adventures in Woburn forest with high ropes courses, zip-lining, and forest activities for all ages.

Explore waterways with canoe, kayak and paddleboard hire, plus adventure activities like archery, axe throwing and bushcraft for families.

Explore a 13-hectare award-winning waterside park with a scenic lake, woodland trails, and wildlife habitats perfect for families and dog walkers.

Explore a Grade II listed Victorian mansion with immersive period rooms, rotating art exhibitions, and a scenic café overlooking Wardown Park.

Explore one of Europe's largest carriage collections, interactive galleries showcasing local history, and stunning walled gardens with outdoor play areas—all with free entry and parking.

Explore a stunning historic estate with formal gardens, woodland grounds, and a fascinating manor house museum set within sprawling parkland.

Ride heritage steam trains along a scenic three-mile line through the Bedfordshire countryside, with special events and family activities throughout the year.

Explore multi-level soft play adventures designed for babies, toddlers, and children up to age 10, with a fresh café for parents to relax.

Enjoy multi-tiered soft play frames, interactive role play village, and sensory zones for children aged 0-12, with a comfortable café for parents.

Bounce into a 41,000-square-foot warehouse packed with trampolines, Ninja Warrior obstacles, climbing walls, foam pits, and more for families of all ages.

Meet over 200 majestic birds of prey and friendly farm animals in this family-run countryside destination offering daily programs, interactive experiences, and outdoor adventures.

Meet farm animals and enjoy hands-on daily activities across acres of outdoor adventure play and a huge indoor play area.

Experience thrilling watersports, cable towing, paddleboarding and aqua park activities on a scenic lakeside destination perfect for adventure seekers.

Experience action-packed outdoor combat games including paintball, airsoft, laser tag, and splatball across 8 themed arenas for ages 6+.

Explore a stunning Rothschild estate combining a historic mansion, 30+ acres of landscaped gardens, and family-friendly events throughout the year.

Join Russell Park Club for family-friendly entertainment, traditional pub games, and regular social events including Saturday night bingo and live music.

Experience competitive indoor go-kart racing at TeamSport Dunstable, where families and friends can enjoy thrilling high-speed action on a professionally managed track.

Explore 360 acres of lakes, meadows and woodland with walking trails, play areas, fishing, water sports and a lakeside café.