UK Birthday Break / Experience for Children Under 10

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My DC have decided to pass on birthday parties this year and would like to go away somewhere in the UK. Amongst others, we've done Legoland, Harry Potter and London sightseeing, which were big hits, but looking for something different. Doesn't have to be a theme park - could be an area with lots of child-friendly things to do. Looking for a few days away. Love the coast, but a small city is a possibility.

They are quite outdoorsy DC and enjoy exploring. Interested in history, but also anything fun! Considered Centre Parcs, but school holiday prices are very high. Ideally it would feel a bit special/out of the ordinary, as it is for their birthdays. Any ideas?

What about a zoo experience? Feed the animals or young keeper kind of thing?

How old are the kids & what's the budget? Xx

Possibly, but they aren't the most confident around animals!

They are all between 4 and 9. Budget depends on activity. Ideally up to £1000 for a few nights, but a bit flexible.

Overnight stay at Warwick Castle?

i was going to suggest Leeds castle.

Weekend sailing course?

Forest holidays

Glamping

Walking holiday

https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays-and-tours/3-night-isle-of-wight-family-walking-adventure

https://www.ironbridge.org.uk/plan/

Ironbridge

Family bush camp campwilderness.co.uk/family-camps/

Just the ideas I was looking for - will start going through websites. Thank you!

We had a brilliant holiday in Northumberland - castles to explore, beautiful beaches and boat rides to see seals and puffins. Alnwick Gardens and Lilidorei were also a big hit.

We had a fab holiday in Whitby last year. Cute air BnB by the harbour/ quay.

Also really enjoyed a trip to Longleat.

Have fun

Chester? The zoo, the Roman experience, Sick to Death, walk the walls, lots of places to eat ... great place for a short break

I took my teen dd to the Manor House & Ashbury Resort in Devon for her birthday. It's nothing fancy & the rooms are v basic but we had such a wonderful time. Activities on all day, evening entertainment & a wonderful spa that kids can use

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Aviemore and the polar bears at the highland wildlife park were a hit with our DC. We went in February and also went sledging.

I know you have done Legoland uk but the original is often similarly priced.

London is always a hit.

I second Ironbridge / Blists Hill!

Alton Towers? The hotel is pricey but we always stayed at a fabulous b and b a mile away (The Chained Oak).

Blackpool? There's load to do there. We've stayed in the Village Hotel for a couple of nights - indoor&outdoor pools, gym etc. Rides, arcades, zoo, soft plays, and Blackpool tower, crazy golf, ....

This is very appealing - heard good things about Northumberland. Where do you think a good base would be?

Scotland is a great shout - haven't been for years.

OatFlatWhiteForMePlease · Today 13:35
25% off stays booked soon for a safari adventure
Aviemore and the polar bears at the highland wildlife park were a hit with our DC

Yes, HWP is fantastic.

Someone mentioned Blackpool. There is a lot to do but I really wouldn’t take children out after about 7.30 pm unless you don’t mind them seeing fights, people throwing up and a whole lot of bad behaviour.
We live fairly nearby but our adult kids would rather travel 10 miles in the other direction than spend a night out there.

We stayed near Alnwick which was a good base for us.

Weekend away in a caravan? Haven is great. We enjoyed Seashore in Great Yarmouth

Liverpool?
Loads to see, check Museum times! and Chester Zoo and Knowsley Safari Park are nearby
https://www.donthibernate.co.uk/liverpool/

Everyone should do Blackpool at least once for the lights and a show. But its not for everyone