Every place in Preston

Razzamataz Theatre school Preston, Lancashire

Preston · ages 2-18

Weekly dance, drama and singing classes in Preston, split by age, with a free taster before you commit to anything.

Booking required

Recycling Discovery Centre

Liverpool · ages 0+

A free guided tour showing where your rubbish actually goes, and how to sort it properly.

Booking requiredFree parkingToiletsWheelchair accessible

Red Rose Bowl

Preston

Tenpin lanes, pool tables and a free darts room under one roof, with a diner and bar to fall back on between frames.

Birthday partiesFree parkingKids menuFood on site+3 more

Ribchester Roman Museum

Preston

A small museum on the site of a Roman cavalry fort, with activities and metal detecting days for kids to get properly stuck into.

School visits

Rock & River Outdoor Pursuits

Ormskirk · ages 5+

High ropes, kayaking and open water swimming on a lake near Ormskirk, with a mini course for the five to sevens.

CaféFood on site

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

Liverpool

A waterfront cluster of warehouses by the Mersey with cafés, restaurants and step-free paths for a wander, not one single attraction.

Accessible toiletBlue badge parkingCaféDog friendly+3 more

Royal Liver Building 360 Tour

Liverpool · ages 5+

Climb up above the clock face of the Royal Liver Building for 360 degree views and a close look at the Liver Birds on the roof terrace.

Accessible toiletGift shopToilets

Run and Jump Wigan

Wigan · ages 0-12

A three tier frame with a 4.2 metre wavy astro slide and a high glide over an invisible floor to keep the over-fives busy.

CaféIndoor playUnder-5s areaWi-Fi

Ryelands Park

Lancaster · ages 0-12

Free play park with a proper play area for under 12s, an outdoor gym and open grass for football.

ParkingWheelchair accessible

SEA LIFE Blackpool

Blackpool

Promenade aquarium in Blackpool - ocean tunnel, rays, turtles and a Jurassic Ocean Tunnel for 2026.

Gift shopToiletsBooking requiredWheelchair accessible

SEA LIFE Manchester

Manchester

Indoor aquarium at Trafford Palazzo - ocean tunnel, sharks, turtles and rays next to the Trafford Centre.

Free parkingParkingToiletsGift shop+6 more

SENsis (SEN Siblings in Sync)

Bolton

Booked sensory sessions for children and dependent adults with additional needs, plus wellness sessions you can hire privately.

Booking requiredSensory friendly

Samlesbury Hall

Preston

Historic black-and-white hall near Preston - Soft Play N.

ToiletsCaféGift shopParking+1 more

Sandcastle Waterpark Blackpool

Blackpool · ages 0+

An indoor tropical waterpark with 18 slides, a big play structure and pools kept at 84 degrees, whatever's happening outside.

Accessible toiletBaby changeBooking requiredBreastfeeding friendly+12 more

Scare City Experience

Chorley · ages 14-16

A one-way scare trail through an abandoned theme park with live actors jumping out at every turn, strictly for older teens.

Accessible toiletBooking required

School’s Out Holiday Squad

Blackburn · ages 4-11

Multi-sports games, dodgeball and a games room for 4 to 11 year olds, plus birthday parties from £16 a head.

Shakespeare North Playhouse

Prescot

A proper theatre in Prescot with family shows, tours and a play area by the café, and you decide what to pay for some performances.

Accessible toiletBaby changeBike parkingBlue badge parking+11 more

ShowChoirNW

Preston · ages 11-90

A weekly singing session for adults and teenagers (11-18 with a parent), learning pop, rock and musical theatre songs in four-part harmony.

Showtown Blackpool

Blackpool

A gallery-hopping museum of Blackpool's entertainment history, with baby and toddler sessions thrown in.

Accessible toiletBaby changeBooking requiredBreastfeeding friendly+7 more

Smithills Open Farm

Bolton

Bolton open farm with animal feeding, tractor rides and free adult entry - open daily 10-5.

Indoor playOutdoor playCaféFree parking+3 more

Smithills Open Farm Ice Creamery

Bolton

A hillside farm where kids hand-feed goats, ride a tractor and trailer, then finish on homemade ice cream from the farm's own creamery.

Accessible toiletBirthday partiesBlue badge parkingBooking required+9 more

Southport Beach

Southport

Miles of open sand near Southport's Victorian seafront, with room to walk, paddle and build without another soul getting in the way.

Sparkle Dance Studios & Fitness Centre

Preston · ages 1+

Ballet, tap, street dance and cheer classes for kids from 18 months up, plus adult dance classes too.

Spitfire Visitor Centre

Blackpool · ages 0-16

See real Spitfires mid-restoration up close, and pay extra if you fancy sitting in one or flying a replica.

Accessible toiletBaby changeFree parkingFood on site+2 more