TOP FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS

Fun for all the family

Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures, education activities, animal encounters or a fun-filled day out, East Devon and the surrounding area has plenty to keep all ages entertained. From day trips to memorable experiences, these family-friendly attractions are perfect for making the most of your time in Devon.
Wildwood Devon
1.5 miles

Wildwood Devon

Wildwood Devon is a family-friendly wildlife park where you can see a range of animals including brown bears, European wolves, arctic fox, lynx, wild boar, and much more. Set within beautiful woodland, it combines wildlife encounters, play areas, and nature trails, making it a fun and educational day out for all ages.
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Devon Activity Centre
1.5 miles

Devon Activity Centre

Devon Activity Centre at Escot is perfect for families seeking adventure, with a range of exciting outdoor activities including quad biking, karting, axe throwing, archery, segways, clay shooting, foot golf and much more. Set within beautiful woodland surroundings, it's a great place for older children and adults to challenge themselves and enjoy an action-packed day out together.
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Crealy Theme Park & Resort
8.5 miles

Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Crealy Theme Park is one of Devon's most popular family attractions, offering a mix of thrilling rides, indoor play areas, live entertainment, and animal encounters. With attractions for children of all ages, it's a fantastic day out packed with fun, adventure, and plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
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Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
10 miles

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

Set within 64 acres of beautiful gardens and parkland, Bicton Park Botanical Gardens offers woodland walks, a countryside museum, and plenty of open space to explore. Children will love the adventure play areas and Woodland Railway, while adults can enjoy the peaceful surroundings, historic features, and impressive horticultural displays.
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Jurassic Discovery
16 miles

Jurassic Discovery

The Jurassic Discovery Centre offers a fascinating journey through the history of the Jurassic Coast, with interactive dinosaur exhibits, fossils, and hands-on activities for children. It's a fun and educational attraction for visitors of all ages.
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Powderham Castle
16.5 miles

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle is a historic family attraction set within beautiful parkland on the banks of the River Exe. Explore the castle's magnificent rooms, uncover centuries of fascinating history, and wander through the gardens and grounds. The castle also hosts a variety of seasonal events, including concerts, festivals, and festive Christmas experiences, making it a fantastic place to visit whatever the season.
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Yes, the attractions featured on this page offer something for all ages. Whether you’re travelling with toddlers, older children, teenagers, or grandparents, you’ll find a mix of rides, animal experiences, outdoor activities and history to suit the whole family.

Many of the attractions featured are ideal for younger children. Crealy Theme Park offers rides and play areas designed for younger visitors, while Wildwood Devon, Bicton Park, and the Jurassic Discovery Centre provide plenty of opportunities to learn, explore, and have fun.

Many of these attractions can be enjoyed year-round, although some activities are weather dependent. Several locations offer indoor activities, play areas, cafés, or covered spaces, making them great options even when the Devon weather is less predictable.

Most of these attractions have cafés, restaurants, or picnic areas available for visitors. Whether you’re looking for a light snack, lunch, or a place to relax with a coffee, you’ll find plenty of options.

Yes, all of the attractions featured on this page offer on-site parking. Some may charge for parking or have limited spaces during peak periods, so it’s worth checking ahead if you’re visiting during school holidays or special events.

Accessibility varies by attraction, but many offer accessible parking, step-free routes, and visitor facilities. Some outdoor attractions include uneven terrain or woodland paths, so we recommend checking individual accessibility information before your visit.

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What a fantastic cottage in a perfect location. I would highly recommend this cottage, especially for wheelchair users as the cottage is designed to meet all requirements.
Many thanks for another excellent stay, where we felt entirely safe from all covid threats. Many places have some good points which make one think "that's nice" but in The Granary, that applies to everything! There is no doubt we will be coming back.
Stayed in The Granary this time with elderly in laws and our dog. Great cottage all on one level with great accessibility features. Fantastic views and well thought out layout. Owners are very friendly and welcoming . Ideally placed for exploring around Exeter or for airport or exhibitions at Westpoint. Highly recommended.
The owners were there to greet us, Julia and Charlie and made us feel at home. Beautiful building in a lovely setting and very nicely fitted out. Very nice welcome pack(thank you) you want for nothing. Good instructions on how to get there, and our Sat/Nav worked well. Not too many narrow lanes. Easy access to the sea and local villages. Two good pubs close by. Very safe for animals. We will return.
As experienced users of holiday cottages, we found the Granary to be one of the best that we have had the pleasure of using. The whole place is beautifully arranged and the welcome pack was the most extensive that we have ever found. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we needed nothing extra in the way off equipment. The garden was well maintained and thoroughly enjoyed by our grandchildren, who visited us during our stay. The owners were very friendly and helpful without being intrusive. All in all a wonderful restful break.
Stayed in The Granary this time with elderly in laws and our dog. Great cottage all on one level with great accessibility features. Fantastic views and well thought out layout. Owners are very friendly and welcoming . Ideally placed for exploring around Exeter or for airport or exhibitions at Westpoint. Highly recommended.
The Granary is a really wonderful place to stay. It is in a lovely tranquil location with countryside views. The property is very cleverly designed with a feeling of luxury throughout. Would highly recommend!
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