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Bath Attractions for Children (Bath, England)



Some of the attractions in Bath are very children friendly, including many of Bath's museums, galleries and exhibitions. There are also numerous family attractions in Bath that are quite varied, ranging from water parks with enormous slides, to zoos and play centres for the younger children.

On sunny days, Bath's parks provide a good place for children to play and many are particularly suitable for children in Bath, with attractions including playground areas.




Bath Children's Attractions: Bristol Zoo and Gardens - Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA, England
Tel: +44 (0)117 973 8951
Situated 23 km / 14 miles from central Bath, Bristol Zoo and Gardens are one of the most popular tourist attractions for children in the south-west of England and the zoo was awarded the prestigious title of 'Zoo of the Year' by the 'Good Britain Guide' in 2004. Bristol Zoo features a large collection of animals, displayed in natural surroundings and landscaped enclosures. Attractions at Bristol Zoo include gorilla island, seal and penguin coast - with an impressive underwater viewing area, monkey world, a reptile house, many aquariums housing huge fish, pygmy hippos, exotic birds, a reptile house, an adventure playground for children, a café, gift shop and picnic areas.
Children's attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:30 (closes at 16:30 during the winter)
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families, children under 3 years old are free

Bath Children's Attractions: Avon Valley Country Park - Pixash Lane, Bath Road, Keynsham, Bristol, England
Tel: +44 (0)117 986 4929
Situated in the picturesque Avon Valley, this popular park provides a great day out for all the family and has many attractions for children. Avon Valley Country Park is located on the outskirts of Bath, 7 km / 4.5 miles from central Bath, and attractions include an outdoor adventure playground for children, a junior assault course, a children's indoor play area with enormous slides and ball pits, a riverside trail, many rare-breed farm animals, Shetland ponies, horses, llamas, wallabies, a boating pond, lakes for carp fishing, a miniature railway, boat trips on the river and picnic areas.
Children's attraction open: Tuesday to Sunday, Spring to Autumn - 10:00 to 18:00
Closed: Monday, except public holidays
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Bath Children's Attractions: Wookey Hole Caves - Wells, Somerset, BA5 1BB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1749 672243
Wookey Hole caves and attractions are situated close to the medieval city of Wells, 32 km / 20 miles from Bath. The caves are one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area and highlights include large illuminated caverns, underground lakes, guided tours, enormous stalactites and stalagmites (including one known as the Witch of Wookey), Britain's last handmade paper mill, a penny arcade with vintage games, a fairy garden, a dinosaur valley, indoor play areas for children, a mirror maze, a picnic area with views of the Mendip hills, a large restaurant, gift shops, walkways and the River Axe.
Children's attraction open: daily, summer - 10:00 to 17:00, winter - 10:30 to 16:30
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children aged between 4 and 16 years old, children under 4 years old are free

Bath Children's Attractions: Longleat - Warminster, Wiltshire BA12 7NW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1985 844400
Voted 'UK Family Attraction of the Year 2002' by the 'Good Britain Guide', Longleat offers a great day out for all the family and is one of the most popular attractions nearby Bath. From lions to rhinos and monkeys to giraffes, discover many of the world's most majestic creatures as they wander freely within the Safari Park. Gaze at the splendid heirlooms and treasures that fill Longleat House, get lost in the World's longest maze, travel on the miniature railway, feed the sea lions from safari boats, let the children climb and play in the Adventure Castle, and so much more. Longleat is situated just off the A36 between Bath and Salisbury, on the A362 between Warminster and Frome. The attractions at Longleat are often very busy at the weekends during the summer months, so Longleat is best visited on weekdays at this time of the year, to avoid the crowds and queues.
Children's attraction open: daily, April to early November
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Bath Children's Attractions: Wildlife Park at Cricket St. Thomas - Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1460 30111
The Wildlife Park at Cricket St. Thomas is 82 km / 51 miles from central Bath and is one of the major tourist attractions in the heart of Somerset. Cricket St. Thomas is a particularly popular attraction for children and tourists alike and is easily reached by car. Attractions at Cricket St. Thomas include the largest walk-through lemur enclosure in the world, many rare animals, such as the Amur leopards, zebra, camels, antelope, exotic birds including a large group of flamingos, monkey islands, a safari train, children's adventure playgrounds, a children's farm area, crazy golf, a mini-car ride, cafés, picnic areas, and the grand manor house that featured in the BBC television comedy series, 'To the Manor Born'.
Children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 18:00 (or dusk in winter)
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, families and children

Bath Children's Attractions: Victoria Falls Adventure Golf - 2 Queen's Parade, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2NJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 425066
The Victoria Falls Adventure Golf course is a popular miniature golf course at the Royal Victoria Park, in central Bath. Attractions at this 18-hole golf course include rushing waterways, waterfalls, refreshments and the nearby Royal Crescent, which provides a stunning backdrop to the course. The miniature golf course is popular with both adults and children visiting Bath.
Children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to dusk
Children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Bath Children's Attractions: Cheddar Caves and Gorge - Cheddar, Somerset, England
Tel: +44 (0)1934 742343
Cheddar Gorge is situated 40 km / 25 miles from central Bath and features many top attractions for tourists visiting this area of Somerset. Highlights include two beautiful illuminated caves set beneath the dramatic limestone cliffs, which were home to a group of ancient people around 9,000 years ago, Britain's largest gorge, a scenic 5 km / 3 mile walk across breathtaking countryside, the Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company, rock climbing, pot-holing and other outdoor activities. Cheddar Gorge is rich in wildlife and over 360 botanical species have been identified in Cheddar Gorge and the surrounding countryside. There are also a large number of wild goats that live in the Cheddar Gorge area.

Other children's attractions nearby Bath include:

• Animal Farm and Children's Adventure Park - Red Road, Berrow, Burnham on Sea, Somerset, TA8 2RW, England
  (attractions distance: 59 km / 37 miles from Bath)
• Bristol Megabowl - Brunel Way, Ashton Gate, Bristol, BS3 2YX, England
  (attractions distance: 23 km / 14 miles from Bath)
• Court Farm Country Park - Wolvershill Road, Banwell, Weston-Super-Mare, BS29 6DL, England
  (attractions distance: 44 km / 27 miles from Bath)
• Ferne Animal Sanctuary - Chard, Somerset, TA20 3DH, England
  (attractions distance: 89 km / 55 miles from Bath)
• HorseWorld Visitor Centre - Staunton Lane, Whitchurch, Bristol, BS14 0QG, England
  (attractions distance: 19 km / 12 miles from Bath)
• Marwell Zoological Park - Colden Common, Near Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH, England
  (attractions distance: 114 km / 71 miles from Bath)
• Noah's Ark Zoo Farm - Failand Road, Wraxall, Bristol, BS48 1PG, England
  (attractions distance: 32 km / 19 miles from Bath)
• North Devon Farm Park - North Devon, Farm Park, Landkey, Barnstaple, Devon, England
  (attractions distance: 189 km / 118 miles from Bath)
• SeaQuarium - Marina Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 1BE, England
  (attractions distance: 77 km / 48 miles from Bath)
• Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre - Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT, England
  (attractions distance: 62 km / 38 miles from Bath)
• Tropiquaria Wildlife Park - Washford Cross, Watchet, West Somerset, TA23 0QB, England
  (attractions distance: 129 km / 80 miles from Bath)
• Windmill Hill City Farm - Philip Street, Bristol, BS3 4DU, England
  (attractions distance: 21 km / 13 miles from Bath)

 
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