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Family Days Out in Northumberland

35 family-friendly activities — zoos, theme parks, soft play, museums and more.

All Abbeys Beach Days Castles Country Parks Free Splash Pads Heritage Railways Lidos Military Vehicle Museums Paintball Petting Farms Pumpkin Patches Roman Sites
Alnwick Castle
Ages 0–16

Alnwick Castle

Castles · Alnwick, Northumberland

4.6 (15,456)
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Vindolanda
Ages 0–16

Vindolanda

Roman Sites · Hexham, Northumberland

4.8 (5,024)
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Hexham Abbey
Ages 0–16

Hexham Abbey

Abbeys · Hexham, Northumberland

4.7 (2,114)
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Ridley Park
Ages 0–16

Ridley Park

Free Splash Pads · Blyth, Northumberland

4.6 (1,923)
Free
Hexham Old Gaol
Ages 0–16

Hexham Old Gaol

Viking Attractions · Hexham, Northumberland

4.1 (146)
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HESLEYSIDE HUTS
Ages 0–16

HESLEYSIDE HUTS

Treehouse Stays · Hexham, Northumberland

4.9 (108)
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Blyth Battery
Ages 0–16

Blyth Battery

Military Vehicle Museums · Blyth, Northumberland

4.6 (72)
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Things to do by town in Northumberland

Things to do in Hexham Things to do in Blyth Things to do in Alnwick Things to do in Corbridge Things to do in Stocksfield Things to do in Cornhill on Tweed

Planning a family day out in Northumberland?

Northumberland has something for every family — from indoor soft play and rainy-day museums to outdoor adventure parks, zoos, and farm attractions. Whether you're looking for free things to do with kids or a special occasion treat, our 35-strong guide covers the best family-friendly activities across Northumberland.

Use the filters above to browse by activity type, or search by town to find activities close to home. Many listings include age ranges, pricing information, and opening hours so you can plan your trip before you go.