Family Fun in Surrey
For anyone with kids you appreciate that planning a family activity is a balancing act. You want to make sure that the children are happy and the adults are entertained too. Surrey was made for family fun, come rain or shine, we have some great family friendly things to do here in Surrey.
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Bocketts Farm
Outdoor fun
Your little ones can let of steam and enjoy the trails and discover the Gruffalo Sculptures at Alice Holt, you can hire bikes here too. You can almost believe fairies exist when you visit Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden or visit and explore Painshill's 18th century landscaped gardens where you can explore its winding paths, woodlands, lakes and follies. Book at water sports teaching session at Aqua Sports. Their dedicated, friendly team of instructors just love being out on the water teaching dinghy sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing to children and adults. The National Trust in Surrey offers an amazing variety of landscapes and places for all the family to explore and enjoy.
Painshill
Painshill is a beautiful 18th century landscape garden that makes a great out day for all…
Go Ape Alice Holt
Get a treetop view of the beautiful South Downs. Located off the beaten track, the diversity of…
RHS Garden Wisley
For more than 200 years, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has been the force behind the…
Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden
Nestled in a woodland valley just outside the village of Ockley lies a sculpture garden unlike any…
The Sculpture Park
Visit the most atmospheric sculpture park in Britain. The Sculpture Park is sited within 10 acres of…
Guildford Lido
Set in 4½ acres of beautifully landscaped gardens the heated Olympic sized pool is a great…
Frensham Great Pond
Frensham Common is a fine example of open Surrey heathland. It is one of the largest expanses in the…
Virginia Water
The woodland shores of this magnificent lake are hugely popular amongst people who love to take part…
GoBoat Kingston
GoBoat is the fun, self-drive boating experience. You are the captain, you choose the route. From…
Wild Wood Adventure
Go Wild in the Woods! Wild Wood Adventure has over 60 challenges and is one of the largest treetop…
Hatchlands Park
Just 45 minutes outside Greater London, the green wide-open spaces and ancient woodland at…
Dapdune Wharf
Simple riverside pleasures This is a place where past meets present, rural tranquillity meets urban…
Polesden Lacey National Trust
Rich in history, the 1400-acre estate at Polesden Lacey dates back to Roman times and boast stunning…
Claremont Landscape Garden
Steeped in nearly 300 years of history, this eighteenth-century garden is a green oasis in the heart…
Campaign Paintball & Laser Park
If you are looking for an exciting day out, birthday party or corporate event Campaign can help you…
Stoke Park
Situated between London Road and Parkway, Stoke Park is Guildford’s largest and best-known…
Gatton Park
Gatton Park near Reigate is a beautiful historic parkland being restored by The Gatton Trust…
Winkworth Arboretum
Winkworth Arboretum is the National Trust’s only arboretum and is perfect for visiting any…
Sutherland Memorial Park
Sutherland Memorial Park is a great place to laze and watch a game of cricket as well as letting the…
Farnham Park
Farnham Park is a 320 acre medieval deer park overlooking the town with an impressive 1km tree lined…
Runnymede Pleasure Grounds
This lovely Park situated near Egham offers modern play equipment, a paddling pool, café and…
Alice Holt Forest
Alice Holt has something for everyone! Whether you are looking for an exciting treetop adventure, a…
Riverside Park Nature Reserve
Managed by Guildford Borough Council, this 30 hectare reserved is located on the north eastern…
Runnymede and Ankerwycke - National Trust
Seen by many as the birthplace of modern democracy, this open landscape beside the Thames was…
Box Hill
Visit Box Hill for great scenic walks and stunning views. An outstanding area of woodland…
Indoor fun
Step back in time to discover the county's historic landmarks and enjoy days out fit for a king at Hampton Court Palace. Then take it up a gear with a visit to Brooklands Museum to discover the part that Surrey played in the birthplace of British motorsport. Children of all ages can learn, explore and be amazed at the massive display of cars and aircraft at Brooklands - you can even board a Concorde! Inspire your budding artists with a visit to the Lightbox where under 18's have free entry to all exhibitions or enjoy a day of activity and culture at Watt's Gallery where you can explore the galleries and/or play games on the lawn.
Hampton Court Palace
The splendid formal gardens, elegant cobbled courtyards and magnificent Tudor and Baroque…
Brooklands Museum
Plan your Visit - Ticket information We encourage you to continue to prebook tickets for daily…
Guildford Spectrum
Guildford Spectrum, managed by Freedom Leisure, provides families with a complete leisure experience…
AirHop Trampoline Park Guildford
Ultimate bouncing fun for kids and big kids. With over 30,000sqft the new AirHop Guildford park…
Jump in Adventure Camberley
Jump In Adventure Park Camberley is packed full of fun for all the family. Our trampoline park in…
Jump in by Airhop, Esher
Jump In Adventure Park Esher is packed full of fun for all the family with a trampoline park…
Nova Cinema
Following a complete refurbishment in 2020, Nova Cinema now has seven stylish screens, including one…
Paradox Parlours | Escape Rooms
Discover Paradox Parlours, where immersive escape rooms await in the heart of Guildford. Our escape…
The Lightbox
If you’re passionate about art and history, want to participate in activities and fun events…
Animal encounters
Farms visits are always a popular choice. At Godstone Farm kids can enjoy the huge adventure playground, soft play, sandpits or Dino trail and at Bocketts Farm as well as meeting all the farm animals visitors will be able to enjoy the bounce space, sandpits and go-karts. Small kids will love feed the Guinea pigs and chickens at Elm Farm. Trek with llamas across open countryside on an organised walk, meet rare and beautiful birds at Birdworld, enjoy an animal encounter at Merrist Wood or learn more about our native wildlife at The British Wildlife Centre.
Bocketts Farm Park
'Enjoy a great day out at Bocketts Farm whatever the weather! Set in the beautiful Surrey…
Godstone Farm
Godstone Farm in Surrey has been known for delivering a great day out for the family for over 40…
Merrist Wood Events
Merrist Wood is not just a college – it’s indoor and outdoor facilities are available to…
British Wildlife Centre
The British Wildlife Centre in the heart of the East Surrey countryside is home to the finest…
Birdworld
Get ready for an enchanting family-friendly adventure at Birdworld, where visitors of all ages can…
Elm Farm
An independent family run children’s farm, plant nursery, gift shop and cafe based in leafy…
Family friendly events
Danger and Desire - The Seductive Power of Orchids | RHS Garden Wisley
As symbols of mystery, desire, danger and wealth, orchids have inspired countless works of art…
Denbies LEGO Brick Build
Special events featuring LEGO® bricks, perfect fun for all the family – Lego build and displays…
Mini Painters | The Lightbox
Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor…
Easter egg hunt at Claremont Landscape Garden
Engage all the senses with fun challenges that test your agility, your wits and your creativity this…
Easter Egg Hunt: Cooking up a feast with Grizwald the Griffin | Polesden Lacey National Trust
Follow the interactive trail around the grounds, where there will be plenty of fun activities for…
Easter Egg Trail in Rosebery Park
Spring is on it's way! Come join us at our Easter Egg Trail! Taking place at Rosebery Park on…
Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt | Hampton Court Palace
The Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt is making a triumphant return to Hampton Court Palace this Easter season!…
Brooklands Mini Day 2024
SUNDAY 24 MARCH All types of Mini (including the modern BMW models) are invited to this annual…
Palm Sunday | Guildford Cathedral
The Liturgy of Palm Sunday - A procession with our palms into the Cathedral - as we remember…
Charity Bake Sale for Mind
We are hosting a charity bake sale here at Great Hookley Farm to raise money for MIND. Please come…
Easter at Bocketts Farm Park
Easter Eggstravaganza at Bocketts Farm 29th March – 14th April Enjoy a great family day…
Easter at Elm Nursery – fun on the farm!
Visit Elm Nursery, Sutton Green this Easter. From Friday 29th March – 14th April, there will…
Easter egg hunt at Hatchlands Park
Have a go at games, challenges and even some poetry and then collect your Easter treat at the end…
Easter Egg Hunt | Gatton Park
Join the hunt at Gatton Park over the Easter Weekend. Complete the fun trail and solve the clues to…
Easter Holidays: The Giant Easter Egg Hunt | RHS Garden Wisley
Easter Holidays: The Giant Easter Egg Hunt 29th March – 14 April 10am…
Easter Trail | Albury Vineyard
Visit Albury Vineyard with the family this Easter! Our Easter open days feature... Self-guided…
Good Friday - The Way of the Cross | Guildford Cathedral
A family service for Good Friday, this accessible service explores the story of Good Friday with…
The Gruffalo's Child | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book Friday 29…
Community Drum Circle | Cranleigh Arts
Ray Watters is back for another fun-packed community drum circle. This fun, noisy, family friendly…
Spring has Sprung at Godstone Farm!
Celebrate the season of spring at Godstone Farm this Easter holiday! Spring has sprung and we invite…
Easter Day | Guildford Cathedral
Festival Eucharist of Easter Day - The Easter candle is brought into the service as we continue to…
Easter Egg Hunt | Nutfield Priory Hotel & Spa
Easter Egg Hunt Sunday 31st March, 11pm – 3pm Gather your friends and family and join us…
Exciting Science | Dorking Halls
This Brand New, Exciting & Educational show will amaze & astound all ages from 4 years…
Family Fun Day at Guildford Cathedral
Spring is full of surprises! Come and discover some of them through a range of crafts including…
Let's All Dance - Goldilocks | The Electric Theatre
Join Goldilocks, the girl with the lovely locks and her jar of magical honey, as she befriends a…
Short Stories Tall Tales: The Gingerbread Man | Cranleigh Arts
Short Stories Tall Interactive storytelling for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents or…
Ewell History Walk
Peel back time and discover Ewell's hidden past and unseen history with a guided walk around the…
Easter Pantomime: Beauty & The Beast | Dorking Halls
ALL STAR CAST to be announced! Don't miss another fun-filled Easter pantomime from the same team…
Guildford Cathedral Tower Tours - 5 April
Friday 5 April at 12.30pm Ever wondered what the view would be like from the top of Guildford…
The Show Must Go On - Story Adventure | Cranleigh Arts
The Show Must Go On! An interactive mystery story adventure Unbeknownst to the audience, eagerly…
Surrey Hills Spring Fair 2024
A weekend celebrating the onset of spring, bringing together the very best of Surrey's food…
Trad's Army Dixieland Jazz Band comes to Onslow Village
6 April 2024 - Guildford & South Surrey branch of Parkinson's UK invites you to an afternoon…
Blossom Open Day | Gatton Park
Enjoy Gatton Park in bloom including our young cherry trees funded by the Japanese Embassy as part…
The Noise Next Door - The Adventure Academy...For Adventures
'The Adventure Academy… For Adventurers!' with The Noise Next Door Enroll at the world's…
Ewell History walk
Peel back time and discover Ewell's hidden past and unseen history with a guided walk around the…
Rare Productions: Sleeping Beauty | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Thursday 11 - Saturday 13 April 2024 Thursday & Friday Evenings, 7.30pm Saturday…
The Wizard of Oz - The Panto - The Electric Theatre
Starcatcher Productions is thrilled to present an Easter pantomime based on the cherished fairy tale…
Aardman Model Making Sessions | Nova Cinema
Join us for a fun and hands-on Aardman Animations model-making session. You'll be able to get…
Science Museum - The Live Stage Show | G Live
This year join London's world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage…
London Bus Museum Spring Gathering 2024 at Brooklands Museum
14 April 2024 10am - 5pm The South East’s biggest, longest-running and best-loved bus…
Photography Workshop - Learn how to take better photographs with your phone.
Attention all parents and photography enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for Sunday, 14th of April…
Baby Friendly Cinema Club - Miss Congeniality | G Live
Informal screenings of classic and new films in a relaxed environment for parents/carers with babies…
Zog and The Flying Doctors | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Based on the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler Friday 19 - Sunday 21 Apr 2024…
Guildford Cathedral Tower Tours - 20 April
Wednesday 20 April at 12.30pm Ever wondered what the view would be like from the top of Guildford…
Spice Tales & Vine Trails | Albury Vineyard
Join Albury Vineyard and Mandira's Kitchen once again as they partner up to bring you yet…
Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out | Dorking Halls
Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Join Peppa, along with her…
Blossom Hapa-Zome printing | Winkworth Arboretum
This spring get creative at our weekend craft sessions. What better inspiration than the sights and…
DogFest Surrey
Dog lovers and anyone who just loves a fantastic day out, it's time! DogFest is back and…
Circus Vegas
For a discount call the box office on 07494774008 or online with Ticketmaster and quote…
Bluebell card making | Winkworth Arboretum
This spring get creative at our weekend craft sessions. What better inspiration than the sights and…
Bonsai Show | RHS Garden Wisley
Visitors can enjoy the beautiful late spring-themed bonsai displays as well as the tiny accent pots…
Italian Car Day 2024 at Brooklands Museum
4 May 2024 9am - 5pm One of the biggest events of the year at Brooklands, celebrating the UK’s…
The local beer festival
Bringing an affordable family day out with live music, kids entertainment, street food traders and…
Open Day | Gatton Park
Enjoy 250 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. Head Gardener Dan Ryan…
Run Frimley 2024
We are delighted to welcome the return of the hugely popular Run Frimley on Sunday 5th May 2024. The…
Cobham Bowling Club Open Day
Open Day at Cobham Bowling Club. All welcome. If you would like to try outdoor bowls for the first…
Inflatable 5k
Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle…
The Big Purple Wellness Weekend
Visit us for a fun chilled day out showcasing small businesses that provide services/things for…
Wrestling | Cranleigh Arts
The bone-crunching superstars of LDN Wrestling are coming! Bringing a host of top American wrestling…
Kelly's Cycle Challenge
The annual Kelly's Cycle Challenge is back! Enjoy a spectacular 72, 50, 23 or a special 10 mile…
There's A Monster In Your Show |Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Friday 17 May - Sunday 19 May 2024 Friday, 2pm & 4.30pm Saturday, 10.30am, 2pm…
Baby Friendly Cinema Club - Pretty Woman | G Live
Informal screenings of classic and new films in a relaxed environment for parents/carers with babies…
Beacon Hill Beer Festival
The Beacon Hill Beer Festival is back with a bang for its monumental 20th year! Join us on Friday…
May Half Term | RHS Garden Wisley
Bring the family to Wisley this half term and see the garden in its early summer splendour. There…
Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure | Dorking Halls
Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers…
Wild About Britain | Cranleigh Arts
"A truly unique and memorable experience, meet an array of British creatures, including a tawny…
Comedy Club 4 Kids | Dorking Halls
Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the…
Supersonic Science Show | Cranleigh Arts
Embark on an exhilarating adventure through the marvels of science! Witness the spectacle of…
Blooming Picnic in the Castle Grounds
Bring your own picnic! Tea, coffee, cakes, ice cream and Pimm's will be available to purchase…
Showdown Theatre Presents: Carrie The Musical | Cranleigh Arts
This production will be performed by Showdown Theatre Arts, UK and The Baltimore School for the…
Hurtwood House Presents | Cranleigh Arts
Hurtwood House specialises in the performing arts with the largest and most professional theatre…
Double 12 Brooklands Relived |Brooklands Museum
.Sunday 16th June 2024, 10am-5pm Step back in time for a day that will evoke the glamour and…
Father's Day Pizza, Wine & Beer on the Lawn | Denbies Wine Estate
Relax and enjoy homemade pizza with live music from Luke Edney, singer/songwriter 1 – 4.30pm. Food…
Baby Friendly Cinema Club - Notting Hill | G Live
Informal screenings of classic and new films in a relaxed environment for parents/carers with babies…
St Johns Village Fete and Fun Dog Show
An annual event hosted by 1st St. Johns Scout Group for and on behalf of the local community. Fun…
St Johns Village Fete and Fun Dog Show
An annual event hosted by 1st St John's Scout Group for and on behalf of the local community…
London Bus Museum Summer Festival 2024
Sunday 23 June 2024 10am - 5pm London Bus Museum’s summer event returns with live…
Guilfest
Date: 29 & 30 June 2024 Location: Stoke Park, Guildford. A two…
Guildford Cheese and Chilli Festival
20 & 21 July 2024 Saturday - 10:00 to 18:00 Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00 Shalford Park…
Plays in the Park - Quentin Blake's Mrs Armitage On Wheels by Scoot Theatre
One day, Mrs Armitage sets off for a quiet cycle with her faithful dog Breakspear. But she can't…
Surrey Hills Wood Fair 2024
Discover the enchanting treasures of woodland delights at the Surrey Hills Wood Fair. Brimming with…
Guildford Heritage Open Days 2024
GUILDFORD HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 13 - 15 SEPTEMBER England's largest festival of history and…
Brockham Bonfire 2024
Saturday 2 November 2024 One of the largest firework displays in Surrey Brockham Bonfire, is a…
The Gruffalo | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Based on the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Date: Friday 8…
Crown Ballet present: The Nutcracker | Dorking Halls
Crown Ballet comes to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker, a…
Robin Hood | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Saturday 30 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025 Join Robin and Marion as they right wrongs, sing…
Dorking Christmas Festival
Thank you for joining our Very Dorkensian Christmas Festival! We celebrated and championed our local…
Beauty and the Beast
One of the most romantic pantos of all time, Beauty and the Beast will be a spectacular and…
Relaxed Performance of Beauty and the Beast
One of the most romantic pantos of all time, Beauty and the Beast will be a spectacular and…
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