Family Friendly Winter Walks
Hot chocolate season is here, and this can only mean one thing, the South of England is turning into a wonderland of frosty walks.
Special Offers This Summer (2025)
Now that the summer holidays are well underway, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to keep kids occupied for weeks on end. We’ve created a detailed list of fantastic attractions across the south coast that you can do as a family during the summer holidays.
Many of these attractions offer limited special deals during the summer holidays to attract more visitors, which we have included below for your convenience. We’re confident that you’ll find something to keep little ones engaged, and where adults can have fun too.
Family-friendly Attractions with Limited Summer Offers Across the South Coast
Calshot Activities Centre - Hampshire
The activities centre offers superb facilities for indoor, outdoor and water-based activities such as climbing, track cycling, windsurfing and indoor skiing. Visitors can learn new sports and have fun with like-minded individuals. Suitable for older children.
OFFER: 10% off action-adventure experiences (Ringos, Aero Trek, and Take Off).
Visit Website (https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/calshot)
Exbury Gardens - Hampshire
Set in a beautiful setting within 200 acres of woodland and formal gardens, there’s something for all ages to enjoy. Exbury Gardens also has a steam railway and play area with climbing frames, swings and a log trail.
OFFER: One child goes free with a full-paying adult.
Visit Website (https://www.exbury.co.uk/)
Dinosaur Isle Museum - Hampshire
The Dinosaur Isle Museum on the Isle of Wight is great fun for all the family. The museum is home to almost every newly discovered dinosaur from the UK, with many of the real bones on display. You will meet life-sized models of the Isle of Wight’s famous five dinosaurs.
OFFER: One child goes free with a paying adult.
Visit Website (https://www.dinosaurisle.com/)
Swanage Pier - Dorset
Swanage Pier is a beautifully restored Victorian seaside pier. Swanage Pier caters to sub-aqua diving, angling and water sports. Walk along the pier and take in the views of Swanage Bay and Old Harry Rocks. The pier also has an exhibition space with an aquarium and displays of shipwreck artefacts.
OFFER: Entry price of £2 for adults, with children under 14 free with a paying adult.
Visit Website (https://www.swanagepiertrust.com/)
Arthur's Play Space - Hampshire
A beautifully designed children’s indoor and outdoor space where children aged 0-6 years old can explore, play and learn. Whilst kids are playing, adults can sit back and indulge in a sweet treat and hot drink.
OFFER: £40 for unlimited play per walker
Visit Website (https://arthursplayspace.com/)
Drusilla’s Park – Sussex
Drusilla’s Zoo Park is a great day out for all the family. Enjoy hours of exploring and learning about animals from around the world.
OFFER: Kids go for £1 when accompanied by a full-paying person (adult or child).
Visit Website (https://www.drusillas.co.uk/)
Wonder World of Imagination - Hampshire
Wonder is a miniature town that offers a range of exciting role-play concepts for children up to 8 years. It is an impressive space where adults can observe and play along.
OFFER: 6-week summer play pass
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Visit Website (https://wonder-imagination.co.uk/fareham/)
Go Ape - Hampshire
A range of outdoor adventure activities, climbing high in the treetops, tree top ropes courses including Tree Top Challenge, Tree Top Adventure and Zip Trekking. They have various locations across the UK.
OFFER: Save £10 when you book 2 adventure experiences on one day
Visit Website (https://goape.co.uk/)
Marwell Zoo - Hampshire
A 140-acre wildlife park with over 1,200 animals. Visitors can explore the park, enjoy animal encounters, adventure playgrounds and learn about wildlife conservation.
OFFER: Kids under 3 go free
Visit Website (https://www.marwell.org.uk/)
I Wanna Be Roleplay Village - Hampshire
A children’s roleplay centre for creativity, learning and imagination. Children can roleplay as the types of people they want to be when they grow up, play with others and use the kitted-out space as a creative outlet.
OFFER: Unlimited visits with a summer pass
Visit Website (https://iwannabe.co.uk/)
Southsea Play Café - Hampshire
A children’s play cafe, adults can enjoy freshly prepared food and drink while little ones get their energy out exploring and playing with the range of toys and activities available.
OFFER: Summer specials running from Monday-Friday include Mini Messy Play, Mini Yogis, Super Chill Session, Play Session with Arts & Crafts, Baby Club and Outdoor Play Group.
Visit Website (https://www.southseaplaycafe.com/)
Babyccinos - Hampshire
A modern children’s indoor play café with slides and ball pits located in Waterlooville town centre. Suitable for children aged 0-6 years old. Adults can enjoy a range of drinks and snacks, with tables for socialising while the kids play.
OFFER: Unlimited play from £30 a month
Visit Instagram Page (https://www.instagram.com/babyccinos_playcafe/?hl=en-gb)
Wildhouse Play Cafe - Hampshire
Wild House Play Café is a space for parents/carers to relax and eat some good food while little ones run off some steam. Soft play, sensory play and indoor play for all interests. Suitable for children ages 0-6.
OFFER: Summer play pass – limited availability
Visit Website (https://www.wildhouseplaycafe.co.uk/)
Milestones Museum - Hampshire
Milestones Living History Museum is hosting its Summer of Sport event during the summer holidays. It’s to celebrate the spirit of sporting history in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Traditional and competitive games for the whole family.
OFFER: Great value 12-month ticket
Visit Website (https://www.milestonesmuseum.org.uk)
Aldingbourne Country Centre - Sussex
Aldingbourne Country Centre has so much on offer. There are woodland walks, an open farm, ride-on tractors, play areas and maze. Once visitors have worked up their appetite, they can enjoy freshly prepared food in the café.
OFFER: Super Six Weeks of Summer
Visit Website (https://www.aldingbournecountrycentre.org/#/)
Kiddi City UK - Sussex
A children’s roleplay centre for little ones to unleash their creativity and build up their social skills. Kids can play dress up, get messy and meet well-loved characters.
OFFER: £30 6-week summer pass
Visit Website (https://kiddicity.co.uk/)
Fishers Farm Park - Sussex
Lots of fun for children where they can greet different types of farm animals, enjoy rides and indoor soft play areas. Adults can make use of the café and seating areas.
OFFER: “Child Goes Free” LIMITED vouchers.
Visit Website (https://www.fishersfarmpark.co.uk/)
Leith Hill National Trust - Surrey
A beautiful woodland, heathland and area of natural beauty. You can explore the manor house, climb the tower, play games on the lawn and enjoy storytelling sessions. The grounds provide the perfect surroundings for a picnic.
OFFER: Free event, admission charges apply
Visit Website (https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/leith-hill)
Legoland - Windsor
A popular kids’ theme park, with LEGO-themed play parks, sculptures and rides – hours of fun. Special events year-round.
OFFER: Adult & Toddler discounted tickets & annual passes
Visit Website (https://www.legoland.co.uk/)
Cineworld – UK wide
A cinema chain with regular kid-friendly film showings. Choose from a selection of films, snacks and drinks in a comfortable setting.
OFFER: £1 Family Films Jul 25th – Aug 28th (Different family favourite movie on offer every week)
Visit Website (https://www.cineworld.co.uk/static/en/uk/family)
We hope you can make use of these fantastic deals throughout the summer holidays to keep your little ones engaged and inspired. Remember, you don’t have to spend money all the time to have fun, but these offers help keep spending to a minimum. Please note that many of these offers are only available during the summer holidays.
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