



15+ Free Things to Do in Swindon with Kids
Swindon has a great range of genuinely free things to do with kids — from parks and playgrounds to national museums with no entry charge at all.
City Parks(6)

John Coles Park
★4.7Enjoy outdoor recreation and play at this welcoming Chippenham park, perfect for families with free entry and dog-friendly facilities.

Monkton Park
★4.3Explore a beautiful riverside park in central Chippenham featuring children's play areas, a Multi-Use Games Area, and opportunities for golf, sailing, and wildlife spotting.

Castlefields Canal & River Park
★4.5Enjoy free outdoor recreation along the canal and river with fitness trails, spring walks, and seasonal community events in Calne's cherished park space.

Hillworth Park
★4.6Explore a welcoming park with a dedicated centre, offering free outdoor activities perfect for families with dogs and pushchairs.

Seven Fields
★4.4Explore Seven Fields Nature Reserve, a protected green space featuring wildflower meadows, diverse wildlife, and natural habitats ideal for families and nature enthusiasts.
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Country Parks(5)

Caen Hill Locks
★4.7Explore a remarkable flight of 29 locks on the Kennet & Avon Canal, a stunning feat of Victorian engineering offering free access and scenic waterside walks.

Langford Lakes Nature Reserve, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust
★4.6Explore wetland habitats and spot diverse wildlife including kingfishers, otters, and waterfowl at this free Wiltshire nature reserve.

Uffington Castle
★4.7Explore an Iron Age hillfort crowned by the famous White Horse chalk figure, with panoramic views and family-friendly walking trails across the Oxfordshire countryside.

Avebury Henge and Stone Circles
★4.8Explore one of Britain's most impressive prehistoric stone circles and ancient henge monuments in a sprawling outdoor landscape.

Nightingale Wood
★4.5Explore woodland trails through a natural forest reserve perfect for walking, cycling, and family adventures in a dog-friendly outdoor setting.
Playgrounds(3)

Coate Water Country Park
★4.5Explore a 56-acre country park with a historic reservoir, nature reserve, splash park, and play area suitable for all ages and dog-friendly families.

Croft Playground
★4.6Discover a peaceful neighborhood playground featuring a massive tunnel slide and herb garden in Swindon's Old Town.

Dorcan Way Play Park
★4.4Enjoy free outdoor play at Dorcan Way Play Park, a community recreational space in Swindon offering families a place to explore and have fun.
Farms(2)

Rowdey Cow Farm Cafe & Ice Cream Parlour
★4.5Enjoy freshly prepared farm-to-table meals, homemade ice cream, and interact with friendly farm animals in a charming countryside setting.

River Bourne Community Farm CIC
★4.7Visit a free award-winning community farm with farmyard animals, nature trails, and a café in a historic water meadow setting.
Museums(2)

Lydiard Park
★4.6Explore a stunning 260-acre historic estate featuring a Palladian House, museum, walled garden, and parkland walks on Swindon's edge.

Chippenham Museum
★4.6Explore Chippenham's history from prehistoric times to today in a beautifully preserved 18th-century townhouse with free entry for all ages.
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