The best family-friendly activities in South West England for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

South West England, United Kingdom
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Oxford and Cotswold Small-Group Tour from Bristol

Embark on a journey through the heart of England, where academia meets timeless charm. Explore the hallowed halls of Oxford, where history whispers through ivy-clad …More

Embark on a journey through the heart of England, where academia meets timeless charm. Explore the hallowed halls of Oxford, where history whispers through ivy-clad...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$72
The Padstow History Walk - Tales, Tales and Traditions

Join local guide John for a fun and fascinating 1.5-hour history walk through the charming Cornish town of Padstow. Discover the stories hidden within its …More

Join local guide John for a fun and fascinating 1.5-hour history walk through the charming Cornish town of Padstow. Discover the stories hidden within its...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$19
Private Smartphone photography Walking Tour Around Bath

This is a unique tour around the world heritage site where you will be guided by an award winning Photographer. I will show you how …More

This is a unique tour around the world heritage site where you will be guided by an award winning Photographer. I will show you how...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$54
Quintessential Cotswolds Half-Day tour from Bath (for 2-8 guests)

On this afternoon tour, you'll encounter one of the most iconic and idyllic Cotswolds villages before enjoying afternoon refreshments tea before heading back to Bath. …More

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On this afternoon tour, you'll encounter one of the most iconic and idyllic Cotswolds villages before enjoying afternoon refreshments tea before heading back to Bath....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Bristol - Guided Walking Tour Explore the vibrant heart of Bristol on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide who knows the …More

Discover Bristol - Guided Walking Tour Explore the vibrant heart of Bristol on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide who knows the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$16
Historic Walking Tour of Poole

Discover Poole's historic Old Town and learn about its long and interesting history on a guided tour. Visit lanes that were once piers, look behind …More

Discover Poole's historic Old Town and learn about its long and interesting history on a guided tour. Visit lanes that were once piers, look behind...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
Private One on One Surf Lesson in Newquay, for Beginners / Novice Surfers

This private surf lesson is ideal if you are looking for an intensive learning process. The lessons are suitable for complete beginners as well as …More

This private surf lesson is ideal if you are looking for an intensive learning process. The lessons are suitable for complete beginners as well as...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$161
Looe Walking Tours - Historic Tales

Hi, I am Mark, your experienced guide and I offer a fun and informative tour, with stories of not just history, but the people who …More

Hi, I am Mark, your experienced guide and I offer a fun and informative tour, with stories of not just history, but the people who...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Looe Walking Tours - Smugglers and Skullduggery

Tales of smugglers haunts, press gangs & skulduggery along the quaysides….as you join Mark on the tour that explores the exploits of old amongst the …More

Tales of smugglers haunts, press gangs & skulduggery along the quaysides….as you join Mark on the tour that explores the exploits of old amongst the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Children's School Holiday Surf Session (8-13 year olds)

We are Newquays Number 1 Specialist Surf School. Our coaching team are all professionally qualified surf coaches as well as qualified beach lifeguards. We only …More

We are Newquays Number 1 Specialist Surf School. Our coaching team are all professionally qualified surf coaches as well as qualified beach lifeguards. We only...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$60
Stonehenge Half-Day luxury guided tour from Bath for 2-8

Escape the queues and head-sets to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge firsthand on a personalised, relaxed, in-depth small-group tour led by an engaging, knowledgeable local. …More

Escape the queues and head-sets to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge firsthand on a personalised, relaxed, in-depth small-group tour led by an engaging, knowledgeable local....

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$135
Full-Day (2 x 2 hr lessons) Surf Experience Newquay: All levels

An intensive day of surfing aimed at people wanting to learn lots of techniques in a short period of time. This includes 2 x 2 …More

An intensive day of surfing aimed at people wanting to learn lots of techniques in a short period of time. This includes 2 x 2...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Private Two on One Surf Lesson in Newquay (2 students, 1 instructor)

This Private Two on One Surf lesson is ideal if you are looking for an intensive learning process for you and a friend or relative. …More

This Private Two on One Surf lesson is ideal if you are looking for an intensive learning process for you and a friend or relative....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$255
Poole Fish & Chips Lunchtime or Evening Cruise

Set sail on a delightful 1.5-hour evening cruise around Poole Harbour, where you'll savor freshly cooked fish & chips from the award-winning All-Ways Fryday. As …More

Set sail on a delightful 1.5-hour evening cruise around Poole Harbour, where you'll savor freshly cooked fish & chips from the award-winning All-Ways Fryday. As...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Bath: History & Highlights Shared Walking Tour for 2-8 people

Encounter the magic and majesty of Bath on this unique walking tour that shares some of the key themes, history, architecture, and culture of this …More

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Encounter the magic and majesty of Bath on this unique walking tour that shares some of the key themes, history, architecture, and culture of this...

120 to 130 minutes Free Cancellation
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$67
Poole Harbour Lights Cruise

Join us for a 90 minute evening cruise with Scenic Sunset Views – Watch the sky transform into hues of gold, pink, and violet as …More

Join us for a 90 minute evening cruise with Scenic Sunset Views – Watch the sky transform into hues of gold, pink, and violet as...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$22
Stonehenge, Avebury & Sacred Sites – Private Day Tour

Stonehenge, the world famous Unesco monument, is probably the most sophisticated stone circle in the world. Learn secrets of the Sarsen and Bluestones with a …More

Stonehenge, the world famous Unesco monument, is probably the most sophisticated stone circle in the world. Learn secrets of the Sarsen and Bluestones with a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Cornish Surf Day

Fistral Beach is the Home to British Surfing; on our Cornish Surf Day you get to immerse yourself in the very best it has to …More

Fistral Beach is the Home to British Surfing; on our Cornish Surf Day you get to immerse yourself in the very best it has to...

1 day
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$87
Outdoor Bouldering Workshop

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore and enjoy Wiltshire's best kept secret bouldering crag. With a variety of problems from V0-V9, there's something for …More

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This is a fantastic opportunity to explore and enjoy Wiltshire's best kept secret bouldering crag. With a variety of problems from V0-V9, there's something for...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$81
Stonehenge, Woodhenge, Avebury

See the ancient wonder of Stonehenge in modern comfort. This tour will show you the ancient English heritage and many sites of historic and cultural …More

See the ancient wonder of Stonehenge in modern comfort. This tour will show you the ancient English heritage and many sites of historic and cultural...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$323
Bath Food Tasting + Sightseeing Guided Tour

Since the 1700s, Bath spa town has been a destination visited by the wealthy to enjoy themselves. Even today, Bath has some of the most …More

Since the 1700s, Bath spa town has been a destination visited by the wealthy to enjoy themselves. Even today, Bath has some of the most...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$134
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