Five great family days out around Cheltenham


Posted by: The Best of Cheltenham , on: 09 August 2009
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Now that the sun is finally shining, perhaps you’re looking for some family fun before the children go back to school - Cheltenham and the surrounding areas have a lot to offer…

 

SANDFORD PARKS LIDO

At 50 metres, the Lido is one of the country’s largest outdoor pools.  Also included in the entrance charge is use of the heated children’s pool and paddling pool, basketball, volleyball and table tennis.  

www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk

 

BIRDLAND PARK AND GARDENS, BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER

Set around the River Windrush, Birdland is home to over 500 species of birds including parrots, flamingos, toucans, penguins, storks, and waterfowl.  Facilities also include café, picnic areas, children's play area and gift shop. 

www.birdland.co.uk

 

COTSWOLD FARM PARK, GUITING POWER

Home to Britain's most comprehensive collection of rare farm animals, children can hold rabbits and guinea pigs, bottle feed lambs and calves, witness milking and shearing, ride on tractors and have fun in the indoor and outdoor play areas.   

www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

 

GLOUCESTERSHIRE-WARWICKSHIRE RAILWAY, CHELTENHAM

A restored steam and diesel heritage railway with over 10 miles of line, with platforms, buildings, steam and diesel locomotives. As well as the scheduled services, there are events throughout the year, including a popular Santa Special.

www.gwsr.com

 

GO APE! FOREST OF DEAN

Three hours of family tree top adventures including a 30ft rope ladder, Tarzan swing, giant rope net, zip wire, tunnels and high wire rope bridges! 

www.goape.co.uk

 

If there's a top local attraction or day out you'd like to recommend, drop us a line and let us know!


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