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Family days out near Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells is well-placed and underrated for this kind of thing. You're forty minutes from the Sussex coast, twenty from castles, fifteen from country parks, and ninety from London on a clear run. Most parents in town tend to default to the same two or three places — the Pantiles for a coffee, Knole for the deer, Bewl Water if it's hot. But there's a lot more within forty-five minutes, especially if you're willing to point the car somewhere other than the M25. So we've pulled together the genuinely good days out within easy reach. Castles with proper grounds, farm parks where the lambing season is actually a thing, soft plays you don't dread, animal sanctuaries that aren't depressing, museums with hands-on stuff. Some are obvious. Some are the kind of place you only know about if a neighbour mentioned it at a school gate. Each one is rated by parents who've been, with notes on the practical bits — driving time from the high street, parking, whether the café is worth eating in, whether you can do it with a 4-year-old and an 8-year-old and have both of them happy at the end. We've also been honest about which places are worth the drive when you've got an entire Saturday, and which are better as a quick afternoon out. Click through any venue for the full review.
Diggerland Kent
Rochester, Kent
Diggerland Kent offers a unique blend of construction-themed fun that engages both kids and adults without the long queues typical of other parks.
The Big Cat Sanctuary
Ashford, Kent
The Big Cat Sanctuary offers a purr-fect blend of adventure and education, making it an unforgettable day out for families.
The Climbing Experience
Maidstone, Kent
Kidsbury Roleplay Villages
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Littleville Role Play Cafe
Orpington, Kent
Clip N Climb Tonbridge
Tonbridge, Kent
TimeQuest
Tonbridge, Kent
Kent Life
Maidstone, Kent
Kent Life is a magical mix of farm fun and history, perfect for a family day out.
Cobtree Manor Park
Aylesford, Kent
Cobtree Manor Park is a delightful escape with plenty to keep the kids entertained while parents relax over a coffee.
High Weald National Landscape
Wadhurst, Kent
High Weald National Landscape is a picturesque escape perfect for family adventures, with plenty of space to run and play.
Kent & East Sussex Railway - (Tenterden Town, Station)
Tenterden, Kent
All aboard for a day of steam-powered fun with a sprinkle of festive magic!
Go Ape Leeds Castle
Maidstone, Kent
Go Ape at Leeds Castle is an exhilarating adventure that the whole family can enjoy together, with safety at the forefront.
Lullingstone Country Park
Eynsford, Kent
Lullingstone Country Park is a hidden gem for family adventures, with beautiful trails and a lovely café to recharge after exploring.
Jeskyns Community Woodland
Gravesend, Kent
Jeskyns Community Woodland is a delightful escape into nature, perfect for family adventures and picnics.
Shorne Woods Country Park
Gravesend, Kent
Shorne Woods Country Park is a delightful escape for families, with trails, playgrounds, and picnic spots galore!
Trosley Country Park
Gravesend, Kent
Trosley Country Park offers a delightful mix of nature, adventure, and play, perfect for a family day out.
Blackberry Farm Park
Lewes, Kent
Knockhatch Adventure Park
Hailsham, Kent
Knockhatch Adventure Park is a brilliant day out with a fantastic mix of play and animal encounters that keeps the whole family entertained.
Observatory Science Centre & Museum
Hailsham, Kent
Blast off into a world of space and science at this interactive museum, perfect for curious minds and starry-eyed adventurers!
Bodiam Castle
Robertsbridge, Kent
Bodiam Castle is a magical spot where history comes alive, perfect for a family day out filled with exploration and fun!
Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation
Dartford, Kent
Eagle Heights is a paws-itively delightful day out, especially for animal-loving families!
Escape Room Sussex
Hailsham, Kent
Prison Island Maidstone
Maidstone, Kent
Oakie Doke’s Playhouse
Sevenoaks, Kent
Wilderness Wood
Uckfield, Kent
Elderflower Fields
Uckfield, Kent
Little Street (Children's Role Play)
Maidstone, Kent
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Sevenoaks, Kent
Go Ape Bedgebury
Cranbrook, Kent
Willows Birds of Prey & Wildlife Trail
Sevenoaks, Kent
Fun Abounds Trampoline & Gymnastics Centre
Uckfield, Kent
National Trust - Ightham Mote
Sevenoaks, Kent
National Trust - Knole
Sevenoaks, Kent
Swanley Park
Swanley, Kent
Delta Force Paintball South London - Orpington
Sevenoaks, Kent
Buzy Bees
Longfield, Kent
Adventure Kidz
Aylesford, Kent
Little Street (Chidren's Role Play)
Sevenoaks, Kent
Petts Wood Recreation Ground
Orpington, Kent
Amazon Adventure Soft Play (previously MinorMania)
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
St Andrews Lakes
Rochester, Kent
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Cranbrook, Kent
The Fun Drum - Indoor Soft Play | Tiny Town | Arcades | Birthday Parties
Chatham, Kent
Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar
Westerham, Kent
Haysden Country Park
Tonbridge, Kent
Tinkers Park Steam Rally
Uckfield, Kent
Christmas Tree Farm
Orpington, Kent
National Trust - Emmetts Garden
Sevenoaks, Kent
Malling Down Nature Reserve - Sussex Wildlife Trust
Lewes, Kent
The Doves Play Barn
Uckfield, Kent
Cudham Environmental Activities Centre
Westerham, Kent
Into The Blue
Westerham, Kent
Bewl Water
Wadhurst, Kent
Bewl Water offers stunning views and plenty of outdoor fun, perfect for a family day out.
High Elms Country Park
Orpington, Kent
High Elms Country Park is a delightful escape with plenty of space for kids to run wild and dogs to roam free.
Teston Bridge Country Park
Maidstone, Kent
Wear M Out
Tonbridge, Kent
Victoria Pleasure Ground
Uckfield, Kent
Barney's Play
Uckfield, Kent
Manor Park Country Park
West Malling, Kent
Wrotham Recreation Ground
Sevenoaks, Kent
National Trust - Chartwell
Westerham, Kent
Home of Charles Darwin - Down House
Orpington, Kent
National Trust - Scotney Castle
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Goddington Park
Orpington, Kent
Willett Recreation Ground
Orpington, Kent
Priory Gardens Playground
Orpington, Kent
Priory Gardens
Orpington, Kent
Glentrammon Recreation Ground
Orpington, Kent
Foal Farm Animal Rescue Centre
Biggin Hill, Kent
Poverest Park
Orpington, Kent
Penshurst Place & Gardens
Tonbridge, Kent
White Oak Leisure Centre
Swanley, Kent
Fly a Spitfire
Hangar, Kent
Bromley Indoor Bowls Centre Ltd
Orpington, Kent
Walnuts Leisure Centre by Mytime Active
Orpington, Kent
Urban Jump Trampoline Park
Heathfield, Kent
Biggin Hill Recreation Ground
Westerham, Kent
Luxford Field
Uckfield, Kent
Biggin Hill Memorial Museum
Westerham, Kent
Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre
Maidstone, Kent
Kidsplayvillage
Orpington, Kent
Leybourne Lakes Country Park
Snodland, Kent
Perfect for a family stroll or a dog walk, with a lovely cafe to recharge your batteries.
National Trust - Bateman's
Etchingham, Kent
Bateman's is a charming slice of history where kids can roam and explore, while parents can soak in the peaceful atmosphere.
Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve - Kent Wildlife Trust
Sevenoaks, Kent
St Pauls Cray Recreation Ground
St Pauls Cray, Kent
National Trust - Petts Wood and Hawkwood
Orpington, Kent
Southborough Recreation Ground
Bromley, Kent
Hewitt's Farm shop
Orpington, Kent
Hayes Common
Bromley, Kent
Petts Wood Memorial Hall
Orpington, Kent
Heaven Farm
Uckfield, Kent
Tripes Farm
Orpington, Kent
Parkfield Recreation Ground
Bromley, Kent