Family friendly Cotswold attractions
Whether you are visiting the Cotswolds with the family on holiday, or you are lucky enough to call the Cotswolds "home", there's nothing like a family day out at one of the many family friendly attractions in the Cotswolds.
Fun for all the family in the Cotswolds
From seeing the rhino at The Cotswold Wildlife Park, to watersports in the Cotswold Water Park, there are hundreds of family-friendly attractions in the Cotswolds. Here are just a small selection of the best family days out in the Cotswolds.
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Slimbridge Wetland Centre is set within 325 hectares against a spectacular Severn Estuary backdrop.
Westonbirt Arboretum, Gloucestershire
Westonbirt Arboretum, the National Arboretum, consists of one of the most beautiful and important plant collections in the world
Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Blenheim Palace is a world-class visitor attraction with a variety of cultural and sporting events, a wedding and banqueting venue and a unique filming location.
Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, near Burford
The Cotswold Wildlife Park, near to the Cotswold town of Burford in Oxfordshire, is set in 160 acres of parkland and gardens around a listed Victorian Manor House and has been open to the public since 1970.
Corinium Museum, Cirencester
The Corinium Museum in Cirencester is a hidden gem of this charming Cotswold town. Visitors can trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th Century, with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious artefacts.
Cotswold Falconry Centre, Moreton in Marsh
Cotswold Falconry was opened in 1988 by Geoff & Naomi Dalton, with the aim of giving people a greater knowledge of birds of prey and an understanding of the ancient art of falconry.
The Model Village, Bourton on the Water
Built during the early thirties, the Village is a 1/9th replica of Bourton-on-the-Water, built from the local Cotswold stone
Cogges Manor Farm, Witney, Oxfordshire
At the heart of Witney, everyone who visits Cogges for the first time is bowled over by its beauty
Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power
Cotswold Farm Park is an award-winning attraction where visitors can meet all sorts of animals from goats and pigs to rare breeds, rabbits and sheep.
Cirencester Open Air Pool
Originally built in 1869 Cirencester Open Air Pool offers you the chance to swim in natural spring water heated to an average temperature of 27 degrees C (80 degrees F) throughout the summer months.
Bibury Trout Farm
Bibury Trout Farm is a working trout farm and is one of Britain's oldest trout farms
Birdland Park and Gardens, Bourton on the Water
Home to over 500 birds including Flamingos, Pelicans, Penguins, Cranes and Storks, visitors can enjoy a fun day out at Birdland Park & Gardens with family and friends.
Chipping Norton Lido, Oxfordshire
Set in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Chipping Norton Lido has a 25m heated outdoor swimming pool and a large, tree-lined lawn, making it perfect for an afternoon's outdoor fun
Fairytale Farm, near Chipping Norton
Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm
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