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Wimborne
Kingston Lacy
Where: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne BH21 4EA
About: Kingston Lacy is a beautiful National Trust property in Wimborne. It is such a great day out for the whole family. With beautiful gardens to explore, the stunning Bankes Family home full of history and the fantastic play areas.
Kingston Lacy always has lots of great family friendly events throughout the year too so definitely worth checking out what's on in Wimborne to see the latest.
Food & Drink: The Stables Cafe at Kingston Lacy offers a wide range of sandwiches and light snacks, cream teas, crisps, confectionery and ice cream. There is also the Kitchen Garden kiosk located by the allotments and play area searing drinks light snacks and ice creams.
Fun Rating: 4/5
StreetLight Project
Where: StreetLight Centre, Stone Lane, Wimborne, BH21 1HB
About: StreetLight project is an indoor skate park, cafe and soft play centre based in Wimborne, Dorset. This community cafe is ran by a Christian charity the set it up to benefit the local community and they really have done just that. It’s a great space that children of all ages can enjoy.
Food & Drink: StreetLight Cafe is a friendly, spacious, child friendly cafe with a great view of the Skate Park, so if you are a parent you can watch your child on the park from the cafe. They have a great choice on the menu, from freshly ground coffee to cakes plus a large selection of cold drinks.
Fun Rating: 5/5
Wimborne Model Town
Where: 16 King Street, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 1DY
About: Wimborne Minster Model Town was built well over 50 years ago and the superb 1/10th scale models continue to surprise and amaze visitors from all over the world with their superb quality and realism.
The fun family worksheets, suitable for all age groups which are provided free of charge, lead you through the many Streets and Lanes including the colourful prize winning gardens (including sensory area), searching for those elusive clues. Eventually you approach Wendy Street, a designated safe play area for younger visitors. The four Wendy Houses provide plenty of amusement for smaller guests and everyone loves the model railway. After, why not test your skills on their giant outdoor chess game or try your luck on the new Putting Lawn?
Food & Drink: With seating both inside and in the Model Town garden, the Tea Room has a great range of deliciously tempting home made cakes to go with morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Fun Rating: 5/5
QE Leisure Centre
Where: Blandford Rd, Wimborne BH21 4DT
About: QE Leisure centre offers an excellent range of facilities with the latest equipment, a great atmosphere and a real opportunity for you to socialise, relax and achieve your personal goals. Their facilities include a 25m swimming pool, climbing wall plus outdoor facilities, which the kids will love.
Pony Dayz
Where: Honeybrook Farm, Wimborne BH21 4JD
About: Seasonal themed pony riding Experiences based at Honeybrook farm, Wimborne. Riding experiences include mini riding lessons, half term clubs, and parties. It’s a great way for children to get up close with the ponies and experience al aspects of looking after them.
Fun Rating 5/5
TGt Reccomends: Half term club, a 3 hour session that gives your little ones a chance to experience all aspects of stable managemnt and enjoy a hack.