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Family days out in Nottingham, made easy.

From castles and museums to soft play, farms and parks — find the best things to do with kids in Nottingham.

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10+ Rainy Day Activities in Nottingham for Kids

Discover 10+ indoor venues and activities for kids in Nottingham, perfect for rainy days. From free museums to soft play. free.

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15+ Free Things to Do in Nottingham with Kids

Find 15+ free family activities in Nottingham: museums, parks, playgrounds and more. No entry fee, all ages welcome.

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10+ Soft Play Centres in Nottingham

Find the best soft play centres in Nottingham for toddlers and kids. Indoor play areas with slides, ball pits and café spaces. free.

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15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Nottingham

Discover 15+ toddler-friendly activities in Nottingham for babies and under 5s. Soft play, farms, free museums and more. free.

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Things to Do in Nottingham This Weekend with Kids

Find family-friendly things to do in Nottingham this weekend: events, activities and venues open now. Updated weekly.

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15+ Outdoor Activities in Nottingham for Families

Explore 15+ outdoor activities and family days out in Nottingham: parks, playgrounds, nature trails, farms and more. free.

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15+ Indoor Activities in Nottingham for Families

Find 15+ indoor activities in Nottingham for kids, from soft play and museums to arts, science and adventure centres. free.

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Top-rated places in Nottingham

Loved by families. Rated by families.

Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park

Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park

★4.7

Explore a magnificent Elizabethan mansion with interactive dinosaur galleries, natural history museums, and 500 acres of deer park and gardens perfect for families.

In & Out
Good transportPushchair friendlyParking
National Trust - Belton Estate

National Trust - Belton Estate

★4.7

Explore a stunning 17th-century stately home set within expansive grounds, offering family-friendly activities across indoor and outdoor spaces.

Ages 3–12In & Out
Food on siteParkingDogs welcome
Sherwood Pines

Sherwood Pines

★4.7

Explore woodland trails, play areas, and outdoor activities across a vast forest estate perfect for families of all ages.

Free entryAges 4–12Outdoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Newstead Abbey

Newstead Abbey

★4.7

Explore a historic medieval abbey and Georgian mansion set within 300 acres of parkland, featuring Lord Byron's study, exhibitions, and family-friendly gardens.

Ages 5–12In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
Rushcliffe Country Park

Rushcliffe Country Park

★4.7

Explore this expansive country park offering outdoor activities, scenic walking trails, and family-friendly facilities with free admission.

Free entryAges 3–12Outdoors
Food on sitePushchair friendlyParkingDogs welcome
Discobowl Nottingham

Discobowl Nottingham

★4.5

Bowl, play arcade games, and enjoy food and drinks at this vibrant indoor entertainment venue perfect for family fun and parties.

Indoors
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyDogs welcome
Sherwood Forest

Sherwood Forest

★4.5

Explore legendary ancient woodlands where children can play, build dens, and discover 500-year-old oaks while spotting rare wildlife and enjoying open-air cinema.

Ages 3–12In & Out
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
White Post Farm and Zoo

White Post Farm and Zoo

★4.6

Explore a combined farm and zoo where families meet diverse animals, enjoy play areas, and experience educational animal encounters across indoor and outdoor spaces.

Ages 2–10In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking

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