Every place in Nottingham

National Gas Museum

Leicester

Free gas-history museum with 500+ exhibits - temporarily closed until 13 October 2026 for maintenance works.

ToiletsFree parkingBike parking

National Ice Centre

Nottingham · ages 2+

Public skating sessions with a proper Tots Zone for under-5s, penguin skate aids and all, right in the middle of Nottingham.

CaféBooking required

National Justice Museum

Nottingham

A Georgian gaol and Victorian courtroom where actors re-enact real trials and executions, daily.

Accessible toiletBirthday partiesBooking requiredCafé+6 more

National Space Centre

Leicester · ages 0+

A planetarium show, rockets to climb through and hands-on galleries about space, all under one roof in Leicester.

Booking requiredCaféGift shopParking+8 more

National Tramway Museum

Matlock

Ride vintage trams down a rebuilt period street, then loose the kids in a woodland sculpture trail while you eat into a free return visit.

Free parkingParkingGift shopFood on site+6 more

National Trust - Clumber Park

Worksop

Miles of woodland paths, bike trails and a playground to explore around a huge former country estate near Worksop.

Accessible toiletBaby changeBlue badge parkingBreastfeeding friendly+16 more

National Water Sports Centre (Holme Pierrepont Country Park)

Nottingham · ages 1+

Two heights of rope course over the water sports lake, plus mini golf and a free play park to fill the rest of the day.

CaféToiletsParkingBirthday parties+6 more

Naturescape Wildflower Farm

Langar, Nottingham

A free-to-visit wildflower garden with two ponds, a play area and a tearoom for cake afterwards.

CaféDog friendlyGift shopIndoor play+6 more

New Art Exchange

Nottingham

Free gallery visits and a Saturday art club with hands-on making, right opposite the Forest tram stop.

Allergy awareBlue badge parkingCaféGroup bookings+4 more

New Theatre

Nottingham

Student-produced plays on a university campus stage, with step-free access throughout and free evening parking.

Accessible toiletParkingPublic transport nearbyStep-free access

Newark Air Museum

Newark · ages 5+

76 real aircraft to walk round and sometimes climb into, on the old Winthorpe airfield outside Newark.

Accessible toiletBaby changeCaféDog friendly+12 more

Newarke Houses Museum

Leicester

Free social-history museum with toys, a 1950s street and gardens - limited Saturday and holiday opening, so check dates.

School visitsGroup bookingsPicnic areaLockers

Newstead Abbey

Ravenshead

A 300-acre estate near Nottingham with a play park, trails and a house walkthrough, kids go free with a paying adult.

Baby changeBooking requiredBottle warmingBreastfeeding friendly+13 more

Notcutts Wheatcroft

Edwalton

A garden centre near Nottingham with plant halls, a restaurant and a gift shop for a slower browse rather than a big kids' day out.

ParkingCaféRestaurantFood on site+5 more

Nottingham Arboretum

Nottingham

Free tree trail walks through 800-plus trees on flat paths, right by Nottingham's tram stops.

CaféDog friendlyFood on siteOutdoor play+5 more

Nottingham Beach

Nottingham

A free pop-up beach with sand, a pool and paid rides in the middle of the city, open all summer.

Card onlyCash onlyToilets

Nottingham Ceramic School

Nottingham

Have a go at throwing pots on the wheel or hand-building with clay, with parties laid on for groups.

Nottingham Climbing Centre Lenton

Nottingham

Bouldering, top rope and lead climbing with auto belays under one roof, plus a training room for the ones hooked on it.

CaféWi-FiGift shop

Nottingham Climbing Centre New Basford

Nottingham · ages 5+

Climbing in New Basford with ropes, auto-belays and bouldering, plus a dedicated kids' party room.

Birthday partiesCaféParty roomsWi-Fi+1 more

Nottingham Girls' High School Infant & Junior

Nottingham · ages 2-4

Join a free Friday stay-and-play for girls aged 2-4 in Nottingham - mud kitchens, themed play, free parking and refreshments.

Free parkingBooking requiredFood on site

Nottingham Heritage Railway

Ruddington

Steam and diesel trains, a miniature railway and a working bus depot to explore near Ruddington.

ParkingToiletsCaféGift shop+1 more

Nottingham Industrial Museum

Nottingham

Volunteer-run heritage museum in Wollaton Hall's stables, free entry for accompanied kids, five hands-on galleries, and monthly Steaming Days when the engines actually run.

CaféGift shopGroup bookingsFood on site+2 more

Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Sit in on children's theatre and big seasonal shows in Nottingham - pick a title on what's on (show-led prices).

Gift shopBooking required

Nottingham Society Of Artists

Nottingham · adults only (18+)

A free city centre gallery showing work from Nottingham's artists, open to over-18s only.