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.

From thrill seekers and adrenaline hunters to nature lovers, time travellers, arts and sports fanatics, Surrey has plenty to keep every member of your family entertained. 

Outdoor Fun

Have your little monkeys swinging from the treetops with high fun adventure at Go Ape in Alice Holt or Skywalk Adventure, near Esher.  You can almost believe faires exist when you visit Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden or visit and explore the stunning 18th century landscaped gardens explore its winding paths, woodlands, lakes and follies both offer so much space to let off steam.

Book at watersports teaching session at Aqua Sports.  Their dedicated, friendly team of instructors just love being out on the water teaching dinghy sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing to children and adults. 

At Birdworld, near Farnham in addition to a walk around the 26 acres of aviaries and beautiful landscaped gardens kids will love the educational feeding sessions!  At the British Wildlife centre you ge the chance to get up close to native british wildlife  and learn about their habits from the experienced keeps.  

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.

The Priory Farm Discovery Walk will keep the youngsters happy as they rush from clue to clue while grown-ups take in the splendid views.

Remember great days out don't have to cost a fortune.  If the weather plays ball, pack up a picnic!  Take a look at some of our favourite picnic spots in Surrey.

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 or bring Surrey's rural history back to life with hands-on activities at the Surrey Rural Life Museum. 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. 

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.

Keeping fussy teenagers entertained can be hard work but we've some great activities here in Surrey that most teens will love, including paintballing, Topgolf or  indoor climbing at Craggy Island.

For the times when the Britih weather isn't on your side, rain won't stop play in Surrey.  Enjoy a day at  one of the state-of-the-art sports centres, theatres and art attractions to keep your family entertained - for more ideas take a look at our rainy day ideas.

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