Find out what’s on in Doncaster this weekend for families and kids. Are you looking for something to do with your family in Doncaster this weekend? We know what it’s…
If you fancy an Easter Egg hunt or trail to enjoy as a family over the Easter school holiday, there are some brilliant places to go with the kids in…
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day this Spring? Look no further than the Lincoln Family Funday at Doncaster Racecourse on Sunday 30th March! Come along and enjoy…
A lively family concert, featuring five wind musicians (flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon and horn). Together they breathe life into the wondrous world of chamber music. Perfect for 7-11 year olds,…
Join us for an afternoon of crafts, play and fun celebrating World Book Day. Bring your favourite book and wear your favourite PJs. Suitable up to age 3. Tickets £8.
Time to party with Thomas the Tank Engine at Whistlestop Valley. Spend the day creating family memories and celebrating 80 years of Thomas! Take a train ride with Thomas, meet…
Time to party with Thomas the Tank Engine at Whistlestop Valley. Spend the day creating family memories and celebrating 80 years of Thomas! Take a train ride with Thomas, meet…
Staff will be dressed as some of your favourite book characters. Pop into the children’s library dressed as your favourite character as have a go at our special world book…
Come and join us for our pancake party. We will have a pancake decorating station available for your little one to top their pancake with anything and everything! Also we…
Dedicated LEGO Event – From rare retired sets for sale to awesome builds on display there is something for everyone at National Brick Events. Ticket prices may vary.
📅 Thursday 20th February 📍 The Dome Star of UKTV’s hugely popular new series Parental Guidance as well as Comedy Central’s upcoming Out of Order with Rosie Jones and Judi…
Fans of the British actor and TV personality Ryan Thomas are in for a special treat this weekend when he comes to Doncaster Dome for an exciting ice-skating themed meet-and-greet….
The adventure of a lifetime awaits… bring the family on a T-REX-IFFIC journey with our BRAND NEW dinosaurs, meet their ROAR-SOME babies and help the rangers save the Island. Are…
And they lived HOPPILY ever after… Kissing a frog has started a whole new kind of adventure for our heroic princess. Join professional pantomime company, TaleGate Theatre Productions, on a…
Focused on the theme of love and soaking up your beautiful little Valentine. A tranquil space where you can step away from reality, connect with your precious little bundle &…
Focused on the theme of love and soaking up your beautiful little Valentine. A tranquil space where you can step away from reality, connect with your precious little bundle &…
Monthly themed activity days suitable for children aged 5-11 years. Experience a morning of activities and talks followed by free use of the farm park and play areas in the…
Take a tour through the stars, learn what it’s like to live on the International Space Station, and watch some of our homemade rockets go whoosh! 🚀 Don’t miss this…
Get crafty with Shobna Patel, a fantastic artist who specialises in bookbinding and 3D paper crafts. Shobna will be running a family workshop in the afternoon. This is the perfect…
Join us this February half term to celebrate National Nest Box Week and build your very own nest box to take home and encourage more feathered friends into your garden…
A fun and engaging session for 14-17 year olds who would like to learn more about wildlife and how to take action for it. This will be a practical session…
Take a winter walk with Potteric Carr’s bird expert and reserve officer Mark to see the wonderful wintering wildfowl on our wetlands. Potteric Carr is famous for its wetland wildlife…
There’s nothing like a hearty start to see in the new year in style – and Bev’s traditional big brekkie is the best there is! Enjoy a lovely long walk…
Come and join us on a walk around Potteric Carr with a diffrence and learn about the process behind peatland restoration – from surveys all the way to peat bog…
Family fun awaits at our American ranch-inspired destination! Enjoy the Play Barn, Brick Barn, Country Store, Diner, and ice cream parlour. Perfect for birthdays, playdates, and family days out. 📍…
Discover a wonderful world of soft or spiky with your baby. This interactive new show is full of shapes, sounds, textures and words exploring different ways to connect and understand…
Bring along your cuddly companion and enjoy a Teddy Bear’s Picnic with stories, songs and games. 🎫 £7.50 per ticket, siblings under 2 come free.
Drop in to experience The Story Shell, Barnsley Libraries’ new immersive storytelling art space created by international artists, Suzie Devey & Steve Massam. Discover seven story-filled continents in the Shell’s…
Little Seeds Music presents Cinderella Ice Cream Seller Perfect for children and families alike, this exciting musical retelling of a fairytale classic promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live…
Nathan and his friends find themselves transported to various locations in the past as a ride on a ghost train goes awry. By kind permission of Magic Parrot Productions. Written by…
Nathan and his friends find themselves transported to various locations in the past as a ride on a ghost train goes awry. By kind permission of Magic Parrot Productions. Written by…
Step into a world of magic, adventure, and endless fun as The Empress Building’s iconic ballroom transforms into a fairytale playground for your little ones! Join us for an unforgettable…
Join the Blanket Fort Club for a fun blanket fort building and storytelling workshop, designed for young people and their families. These sessions feature collaborative fort-building, roleplay, and imaginative world-building….
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new…
Hold a shell to your ear, listen and you will hear the sea. What if you could wander into that shell – what worlds, adventures, stories and wonder lies within?…
A fresh and funny version of the classic story set in Paris. A grumpy wolf is a chef who wants some pigs’ tails for his soup. Will the piggies outwit…
Join us this February Half Term for a fun and imaginative workshop inspired by our upcoming exhibition, ICONOCLASH! Children will have the opportunity to design their own patterns, symbols and…
Unleash your creativity & join us for our lino print workshop inspired by our upcoming exhibition, ICONOCLASH! Children will have the chance to design their own symbol or icon. They…
Animal ark travelling zoo is a small business from Doncaster, we can visit your house or venue for animal encounters such as for birthday parties, educational school visits, scout groups,…
26th October to 1st November 2024 Join us for a spooktacular half-term packed with magical family activities. Kids Go Free (0-15). Create Halloween memories at the NYMR with thrilling events…
Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all…
This year, Doncaster Racecourse is pulling out all the stops with an action-packed day. As well as the thrilling live horse racing, The Betfred Sunday Funday will feature an abundance…
10 things to know if you’re heading to Camp Bestival Shropshire We are SO excited to be heading back to Camp Bestival in Shropshire this year. It’s on from Thursday…
Are you reading to make a splash this summer? Aquapark Doncaster will be open from Saturday 25 May for half term and then open every weekend until the summer holidays…
It’s nearly time everyone…2024 Festival Season is around the corner! Who’s excited?! 🙌 We’ve put together a list of all the family friendly festivals across the country that we know…
Doncaster businesses and organisations are coming together to welcome Remake Learning Days back to Doncaster this May. The Doncaster Remake Learning Days Festival is a series of family-friendly, free and…
With Summer on the way, we asked our new Mumbler Community Champion Emma and her baby girl Arla- Rose to try out some Car Shades for us. Car Shades manufacture…
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th January 2024 from 10am- 4pm. On Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th January we are holding our annual Big Machines event. There will be loads of machines for…
Do you have a PAW Patrol fan at home? On Saturday 11th November Paw Patrol’s Chase will be visiting the farm! He will be making appearances throughout the day for…
Do you have a PAW Patrol fan at home? On Saturday 11th November Paw Patrol’s Chase will be visiting the farm! He will be making appearances throughout the day for…
Uniquely Local is an independent Yorkshire business working with local suppliers, artists and makers to provide a range of Yorkshire based experience days and experience gift vouchers. The business was…
As the leaves turn fiery shades of red and orange and the air grows crisp, a spell descends upon Yorkshire Wildlife Park. It’s that time of year when shadows dance,…
Saturday October 28th 2023 Get ready for an un-boo-liveable weekend of spine tingling fun -Saturday October 28th 2023. Event Highlights Ghastly Ghostbusters Halloween Party Fang tastic afternoon of Science experiments…
Are you looking for something to do with your little ones this spooky season? Join us for a delicious Halloween themed mum & baby brunch! Our brunch will take place…
Soar into space this summer with this joyful tale of star-crossed aliens – also seen in the BBC TV animation on Christmas day! A stellar new show based on the…
🎃🎃 PYO is always so popular and Pumpkins is no exception! Here’s where you can go and pick your own pumpkin (and in some places carve it too) nearby. Boston…
Buglight Theatre are proud to present Glow, a family show exploring themes across mental health, wellbeing and friendship aimed at ages 3 – 7. We scuttle into the Underglade on…
Welcome to The Adventures of Paddington, a whimsical and enchanting family-friendly event that will transport you to the delightful world of Paddington Bear! Paddington is coming to Yorkshire Wildlife Park…
If you have a little one who is Pokemon mad then this place in Rotherham will be worth a visit! The shop is full of Pokemon merchandise and the cakes…
Dates: 30th September – 1st October 2023 Welcome to The Adventures of Paddington, a whimsical and enchanting family-friendly event that will transport you to the delightful world of Paddington Bear! Enjoy meet…
This summer we’ll be bringing our visitors a fun-filled few months of FREE events and activities that the whole family can enjoy! Take a look at our list of events…
Immerse yourself in a summer of extraordinary entertainment at Yorkshire Wildlife Park’s highly anticipated 2023 Wild Live series. Prepare for an electrifying line-up of sensational performances by chart-topping bands, incredible…
Festival season is well & truly upon us for 2023 and it’s not too late to ensure that you’re there this summer with your family! If you’re a regular reader…
Discover the Vikings and celebrate 40 years of wows! Travel around 10th century York, experiencing what it was like living in the city. The sights, sounds and even the smells…
Come and spend the day with us at Boston Park Farm during Summer 2024, there’s so much fun to be had! Boston Park Farm is a traditional working farm, with…
PYO Strawberries is always SO popular and is generally a great thing to do every year with the kids. Here’s a round up of all the places you can pick…
Dads, Stepdads & Grandads can dive into YWP for FREE this Father’s Day, when accompanied by a pre-paid adult or child guest. Hurst Lane, Auckley, DN9 3QY
Rev your engines and buckle up for an unforgettable day out at Meadowhall with The Supercar Experience! Back for another year, it’s a turbo-charged event that’s fun for the whole…
Sponsored blog for Car Shades When the summer sun blazes down, it’s important to keep our little ones protected and comfortable during car journeys. One essential accessory that every parent…
We bring our ponies to your party or venue. Our children’s party package can include party invitations, party bags, birthday cake grooming of the ponies and dressing them up. Parties…
Thursdays at 9:45 This class is based at Funny Farm Soft Play, Parkgate, S62 6JQ Our Sweaty Mama classes have fun, enjoyable workouts that you can do with your child….
There is something for everyone at Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre in Doncaster, the number one place for those seeking fun in the great outdoors! We host a range of water-based…
A great place to visit in the summer months if you want to enjoy some paddling! Padley Gorge is located in the Peak District, near NT Longshaw Estate (we parked…
A great place to visit for a free day out in the summer months as it has a splash park but there are many other things to enjoy in the…
The Point is a purpose- built arts centre in the middle of Doncaster to make and share art. It is open to all and hosts a beautiful, double height gallery…
Doncaster Minster welcomes all vistors to come and view the Minster and follow a safe route around the building to view the beautiful architecture, stained glass and the impressive High…
Walkers is an award winning garden centre which is well worth a visit if you’re looking for house plants, bedding plants, fruit trees garden furniture or you just fancy a…
Tickhill Castle is only open to visitors once a year, so don’t miss the chance to have a look around the 11th century castle! The Great motte is the highest…
A popular british tradition, there can be nothing better to enjoy at home for the King’s Coronation (or any day!) than Afternoon Tea. The Coronation of His Majesty The King…
Join Yorkshire Wildlife Park this May half term for PAW Patrol – One Big Celebration, to mark 10 years of PAW Patrol! The event will run from Friday 2nd to…
Superhero Academy Sleepover at Hampton by Hilton, Humberside Airport We need new recruits and it could be you!! SUPERHERO ACADEMY SLEEPOVER – Saturday 3rd June 2023 Learn poses and web shooting web…
An Award-Winning Summer Residential Theatre Camp for young people is back in Doncaster! Book now for the Centre Stage Theatre Camp, Friday 2nd – Sunday 4th June 2023 3 days…
Make it the WILDEST Easter in Yorkshire with fun for all the family at the UK’s no.1 walkthrough wildlife adventure! Explore 7 lands with 475+ incredible animals before you take…
We have some great places to enjoy an afternoon tea locally. It’s a lovely thing to do for a special birthday or occasion or even a treat for the kids….
Uniquely Local is an independent Yorkshire business working with local suppliers, artists and makers to provide a range of Yorkshire based experience days and experience gift vouchers. The business was…
The brand new 2023 Purple Vouchers book is available to pre-order for just £20. That’s not all, if you pre-order the book now you can pick one of three amazing…
Offering visitors the opportunity to climb inside the cockpit of some of the UK’s most iconic aircraft, our open cockpit weekends always prove popular, and with over 20 aircraft, helicopters…
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From games, challenges, dance workshops, sports and sports themed arts and crafts we have something to appeal to all of the family. What’s more is that event is also…
Updated July 2023 With the cost of living at an all time high you may well be looking for some free or low cost things to do this summer. So…
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A lovely FREE day out for families, Cannon Hall Museum and Park usually has free activities/ trails in the school holidays and it has children’s areas within the museum. It…
Lots of local attractions offer discounts if you buy an annual pass or family membership. Here is a Mumbler guide to some of the best family passes and discounts (within…
The famous Julia Donaldson book, Zog and the Flying Doctors, is live on stage at Hull City Hall this June 2022! Zog, super keen student turned air-ambulance, still lands with…
Free to enter and lots to see including the impressive Hall of Steel and Henry VIII’s armour. We visited June 2022 and there were also interactive shows throughout the day….
The famous Julia Donaldson book, Zog and the Flying Doctors, is live on stage at Hull City Hall this June 2022! Zog, super keen student turned air-ambulance, still lands with…
The whole family can enjoy a meal and some family fun at The Wool Market! Choose from Pizza, Indian, Peruvian, Burgers, Macaroni Cheese and more and finish off with Dessert….
Dinotastic at Doncaster! It is said there are two stages in your life when you know everything about dinosaurs – when you’re 8 and when you are the parent of…
There is no doubt that The Web Adventure Park (Creepy Crawlies as it’s known to locals) has really stepped up since the pandemic. A day filled with adventure awaits at…
The latest arrivals at Yorkshire Wildlife Park are some of the largest species to ever to walk the earth! Residents of the brand-new Pangea – Discovery of Dinosaurs will be…
Get ready for a HIVE of activity over the Jubilee weekend at the Yorkshire Hive, Doncaster! Don’t miss a hive of Royal activity for the whole family on Friday 3rd…
The National Railway Museum is another great option for a free, indoor day out. With a little play station for under 5s and over 300 years of railway history to…
Sheffield Botanical Gardens has over 18 different areas of planting and a number of listed buildings for you to explore. Find the unique bear pit next to the Himalayan Garden,…
Weston Park is an award winning, family friendly museum with lots of interactive exhibits for children as well as a cafe on site. The museum is free to enter (donations…
The main car park is accessed from the Kingsway on the A18. There is also a secondary car par park accessible from Ashby Road, the A159. Car parking here is…
Picturesque Sprotbrough Flash is one of the richest wildlife sites in South Yorkshire. A mosaic of open water, wetland, woodland and limestone grassland, the site offers a year-round treat for…
There is plenty of free parking here and easy disabled access. Relax and enjoy a walk around the gardens where you will find well-stocked and competitively priced trees and plants….
There are two play areas for little explorers to enjoy at Lakeside Village, both free to use for guests. Outside, opposite Clarks Outlet, you’ll find our jungle-themed ‘Cheeky Monkeys’ play…
A well maintained, award winning park for everyone to enjoy with many facilities including open green spaces, a skate park, a great children’s play area, seating, a rose garden, a…
Meet the farm animals Indoor play barn New outdoor play area Crazy golf Goat walking Woodland walk Tractor rides Caistor Road, South Kelsey, LN7 6PR (about 55 minutes drive from…
Our School Holiday What’s On Guides have ideas galore for family days out, holiday clubs and camps, childcare and loads of activities indoors and outdoors in and around Doncaster. You…
There are some fantastic family days out in and around Doncaster! Here are lots of ideas for places to visit, days out and activities with babies, toddlers and children. If…
A great place to enjoy the outdoors in woodland, enjoying a picnic, walking and playing. There is a play area, sensory area and car parking. Covill’s Trail is a 2km…
The Park has fantastic facilities for families to enjoy a brilliant day out in the fresh air. The Stables Café is located at the Park Courtyard Area, Ice Cream Vans…
Within easy reach of Doncaster. There’s a huge lake to walk around (2 mile lakeside trail suitable for walkers, joggers and cyclists), a woodland walk and bird hides. There’s also…
With activity trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking trails, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great day out for all. We have visited this place a…
Set in beautiful parkland, there is lots to explore. Woodlands, a lake and gardens. Great for a family picnic. Lots of space. Adventure play area (free to use). Activity Pack…
This year, Doncaster’s Easter Holidays run from Saturday 29th March – Sunday 13th April 2025. We’ve popped the Easter weekend dates below too. Good Friday – 18th April 2025 Easter…
A former quarrying site is now an award-winning park and local nature reserve, with a wide range of things to see and do. There is a toddler play area, with…
Whether it’s seeing Doncaster’s only public bird aviary, or strolling through the historic Dell gardens, there is a lot to do at Hexthorpe Park. The park has places to play…
Walk in the footsteps of the Ice Age hunter and enter a world of fire and flint. Discover a legacy etched in stone with cave art 10,000 years older than the pyramids….
Explore the imposing ruins of Peveril Castle. From its hilltop position you can enjoy spectacular views of the pretty, medieval village of Castleton, as well as a magnificent panorama of…
This is a fabulous park, free to get in aside from parking. There are then optional extras (such as the splash pool in summer or the fairground rides). We have…
Calling all Pirates and Mermaids! Join us for some swashbuckling fun this Summer holiday. Meet the mini beasts and meerkats, butterflies, birds and amazing wildlife from around the world…plus there…
One of the largest parks in Doncaster, Sandall Park is home to beautiful scenery and a variety of facilities. There is lots of open space and lots to keep children…
The historic parkland surrounding Cusworth Hall is open to the public every day of the year. It’s the perfect location for picnics, walks with the dog, or family days out….
The North York Moors National Park is a beautiful landscape of stunning moorland, spectacular coast, ancient woodland and historic sites. Find out what there is to see and do and…
Wentworth Garden Centre is a lovely place to visit with free car parking. There is a family friendly cafe, a lovely garden centre and pet shop to look around, as…
Dramatic moorland rock formations. Explore Brimham Rocks, and have a great day out at nature’s playground. This amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations makes a great day out…
With eight floors of galleries to explore, three cinemas including Yorkshire’s biggest IMAX screen, and a packed programme of events, you’re sure to find something to inspire you. Current opening…
