Days out near Oxford
Showing things to do within 25 miles of your days out location
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The Oxford Castle site was a place of incarceration from 1071 to 1996, and the preserved buildings are now open to the public showcasing the stories of real people who passed through them: inmates, prison keepers and executioners.
More a big house with crennelations than a castle, but definitely an attractive stately home - a beautiful 'combination of water, woods and picturesque buildings'.
24 lane tenpin bowling centre, with bar & grill, American pool, video arcade and live host for music and dancing on Friday and Saturday evenings.
This play centre has a massive three tier playframe, dedicated zones for toddlers and for 2-5s, electric motorbikes and an outdoor adventure assault course.
Grand stately home where Winston Churchill was born, now home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, and set in 2,100 acres of beautiful parkland landscaped by 'Capability' Brown. The grounds also contain a 'Pleasure Garden' for the kids.
Unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics; and a recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway. Plenty of steam days and specials events like Thomas the Tank Engine days.
WOAPA is a part-time children's theatre school for children aged 4–16, which teaches singing, dancing and drama.
This family-friendly local museum's highlights include The Wallingford Story gallery and audio tour, a Victorian street scene with walk-in shop, pub and workshop, exhibits on the Thames at Wallingford and Roman burials, and temporary exhibitions.
The visitor centre at 'The World's Busiest Wildlife Hospital' tells you about its specialist work and history. During Spring and Summer, you can also see the nursery areas and watch the staff hand rearing many of the orphaned birds and mammals.
Laser Storm is the classic game of hide and seek with a high tech twist. You and your team battle through an atmospheric multi-level arena, with the added thrill of swirling fog and audio-visual effects, trying to zap your opponents with laser guns.
One of our favourite country houses, especially for its kid's events. Home to four generations of Rothschilds, so it's not surprising the house contents are so good (including the wine cellar!), and there's a great woodland playground and aviary.
Steam and diesel volunteer railway running from Chinnor to Thame Junction - an attractive 7 mile round trip along the foot of the Chiltern Hills. Lots of special event days, including Teddy Bear Days when children with bears travel free.
25 acres of working steam railway and museum. Exhibits include steam engines large and small, a royal dining coach and Churchill's meeting coach. Steam train rides, Day Out with Thomas events and other transport-related weekends run through the year.
On Steaming Days, this large (25 acre) working railway museum offers unlimited rides on one of its full size steam trains. The Centre's substantial collection and many museum areas will be open for viewing, and the miniature railway will be running.
A farm park that provides a real hands on experience. At 'Meet the Animals' at 11am and 2pm, you can feed and handle the babies. Indoor and outdoor activities include a giant bale climb, pedal tractors, adventure playground, tearoom and picnics.
The Cotswold Wildlife Park is set in 160 acres of parkland and gardens around a listed Victorian Manor House, and is home to more than 160 different species.
Experience the magic of Roald Dahl with hands on exhibits in the Gallery, and explore Buckinghamshire's rich heritage in the County Museum.
A classic pottery cafe - choose your items and paint your designs; come back in 5 days once they're glazed and fired to collect the finished articles.
Tenpin bowling - 20 computerised lanes with easy scoring; lane bumpers and ball ramps if needed. Also, American Pool, food diner, bar and amusements.
Specially designed for children upto 8, this centre has a mass of sensory and softplay equipment for toddlers in addition to its multi-level playframe.
Indoor karting for kids aged 10+ and at least 140cm tall. Instruction, safety briefing, overalls & helmets provided. Electric karts with real oomph and no fumes.
Beautiful woodland with lots to do - trails, biking, riding, play area, beautiful views, picnics, barbecues, orienteering, a fitness trail assault course and a Go Ape high wire adventure centre.
Situated in the village where Roald Dahl lived and wrote for 36 years, the Museum was created as a home for the author's unique archive and to inspire a love of stories and creative writing. Look out especially for interesting activities and events.
A traditional rowing regatta on the Saturday and a dragon boat festival on the Sunday.
Tenpin bowling - 24 computerised lanes with easy scoring; lane bumpers and ball ramps if needed.
Learn about the wildlife and natural history of the nature reserve, take a stroll around the lake, feed the ducks and let off some steam in the adventure playgrounds.
Museum devoted to the history of food, farming and the countryside, with an extensive collection of objects, books, archives, photographs, and film and sound recordings.
Substantial two tier playframe, with dedicated toddler areas, plus interactive video games, an indoor multi-sports pitch (basketball and football), a reading zone, and kiddie rides and bouncy chairs for toddlers.
Whether you’re a tourist visiting the UK with your family, or live locally and are taking time out with the kids, Fred’s Days Out provides a comprehensive what’s on guide plus in-depth information on attractions and places to visit: castles, exhibitions, events, indoor play, museums, shows, theme parks, tours, zoos and many, many, more things to do!
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