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Tonnes of fun!

Tonnes of fun!

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Family Attractions

Dorset has such a wide range of family attractions you’ll be sure to have plenty to do during your stay. Whether you want to explore our number of great museums, spend the day at one of the many animal farms and parks or have some adventure at our superb activity centres, Dorset really has some of the best family attractions to be found anywhere!

Monkey World is one of the most renowned ape rescue centres in the world with over 230 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys. A great day out for your little monkeys!

Moors Valley Country Park has something for everyone. Set in 1000 acres of parkland and forest you can explore the way marked trails, tree-top walkways and tackle the high wire adventure.

Enjoy some fun down on the farm at Honeybrook. This is a great day out for little ones with a brilliant adventure playground and a number of nature based activities.

For your little soldiers that think big is best the Tank Museum is a must. Learn the story of the tank and look around a massive display of armoured vehicles; you can even take part in a trench experience. Tonnes of fun for everyone!

Other great attractions include Adventure Wonderland, an Alice in Wonderland based family attraction. Keep the kids entertained with exciting rides, a fun indoor play centre and much more.

You will find a whole range of family museums, farm parks and more in Dorset, use our search tool on this page or have a look at our full list of Dorset attractions!

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  1. Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    Model/Miniature Village

    Corfe Castle

    Detailed 1/20th scale model of Corfe Castle and village before its destruction by Cromwell. Set in an acre of landscaped gardens. Stocks and pillory and a collection of fossils. Enchanted woodland walk where fairies and pixies may be seen. Giant garden games. Whether you visit the model village or...

  2. Christchurch Ski Centre

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    Snowtrax

    Type

    Adventure Park/Playground

    Hurn, CHRISTCHURCH

    A dry ski slope suitable for all standards of skiing. Tuition available. Ski Bobs and Ringos which are very popular with children. The outdoor Alpine adventure playpark is open all year. There is a fully licensed bar and restaurant. Conference facilities and function rooms are available. There is a...

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    Zooma

    Type

    Shop/Shopping Centre

    Christchurch, CHRISTCHURCH

    “At Zooma we are mummies too! We want you to feel completely welcome and at home—however noisy the kids are!!!”

    Zooma is the first of its kind - A Children's yummy mummy centre perfect for ladies (and men) who want something to do with the kids in STYLE!

    Zooma has a fantastic kids hair salon...

  4. main pool, Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre

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    Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre

    Type

    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Christchurch, CHRISTCHURCH

    Indoor leisure centre with excellent facilities including: fitness suite, swimming pool, badminton, golf, two 3G Synthetic Turf Outdoor Floodlit Football Pitches and a newly revamped Arena Wheel Park and BMX Track.

    Facilities include:
    25m Swimming pool (for public swimming sessions, clubs,...

  5. Highcliffe Castle

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    Highcliffe Castle

    Type

    Viewpoint

    Highcliffe, CHRISTCHURCH

    Highcliffe Castle is a magnificent Grade 1 Listed 1830s mansion built by Lord Stuart de Rothesay and is situated just four miles east of Christchurch. The cliff-top grounds, with wonderful views of the Dorset coastline and the Isle of Wight, provide access to the beach and to the Christchurch...

  6. Adventure Wonderland

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    Adventure Wonderland

    Type

    Theme Park

    Hurn

    It’s no wonder that it’s a full day’s fun at Dorset’s number 1 family theme park, with even more to do and see than ever before! Now there are over 30 family rides and attractions at Adventure Wonderland, opposite Bournemouth Airport, including the ever popular Animal Cuddle Corner and new shows in...

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    Swanage Beach Gardens

    Type

    Tea/Coffee Shop

    SWANAGE

    Tennis Courts - Basketball courts - Bowls - 18 Hole Putting Course - Equipment available to hire - Refreshments - Beach Bungalows for hire

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    Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre

    Type

    Heritage/Visitor Centre

    SWANAGE

    The Museum and Heritage Centre is situated in the Old Market Building (built in the 1890's) on Swanage seafront on the site of the former 'Bankers' where the local quarried stone was stored before shipment. The Centre contains information on the history, geology and geography of the town and...

  9. Fantastic family fun, designed for 8 & unders!

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    Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

    Type

    Farm

    Poole

    Farmer Palmer's is where young adventurers (eight years and under) can frankly ‘let their hair down’ without older children around to stifle their enjoyment!

    Different animal activities every half hour, means you can mix these with the many dedicated and natural play areas where the children can...

  10. The Tank Museum

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    The Tank Museum

    Type

    Museum

    Wareham

    The Tank Museum brings the history of tanks and tank crews to life, supported by the world's best collection of tanks, and action packed live displays during the school holidays.
    Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare spanning almost 100 years of history. As you explore the museum's...