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Plan a family-friendly trip to Bath
Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained. And with plenty of family-friendly accommodation and places to eat too, it’s safe to say that this heritage city is most definitely a family affair.- Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained. And with plenty of family-friendly accommodation and places to eat too, it’s safe to say that this heritage city is most definitely a family affair.
Fun, child-friendly activities and green spaces make Bath a great destination for families. Here's our guide to planning the perfect summer break with your brood.
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Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4ATBath
Join for free storytime sessions every Thursday during term time
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- 22 Jan 2026to23 July 2026Open 10:30 - 11:00
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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0) 300 067 4890Tetbury
Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Westonbirt Arboretum.
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- 27 Jan 2026to1 Nov 2026
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Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2QJTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 464640Bath
From February, MEAA will be showing a selection of objects and textiles from the region. Alongside the display, they’ll be hosting a series of tea-related talks and events.
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- 7 Feb 2026to27 June 2026
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American Museum and Gardens, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BDTelephone
+44 (0)1225 460 503Bath
It's going to be a very special year for the American Museum & Gardens as the venue celebrates its 65th birthday and America 250 – the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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- 14 Feb 2026to3 Jan 2027
Address
37 Gay Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2NTTelephone
+44 (0)1225551542Bath
Launching on 14 February, The Monster's Bride (In a Box!) is a brand-new Escape Game that blends dark romance, scientific obsession and pulse-raising puzzles into a wickedly fun Valentine's experience.
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- 14 Feb 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QFTelephone
+44 (0) 1934742343Cheddar
Families are invited to step into 50 years of Aardman magic, mischief and marvellous clay with an illuminated trail in Gough’s Cave.
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- 28 Mar 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2LRTelephone
+44 (0)1225 428 126Bath
Join No.1 Royal Crescent for Arts Award Explore, the next step in your Arts Award journey!
Arts qualification for home educated young people aged 7+. Try out art techniques inspired by their current exhibition such as photography and printmaking,…
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- 27 Apr 2026to10 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Bath, SomersetTelephone
+44 (0)1225 463362Bath
The Bath Literature Festival, the city’s biggest and oldest celebration of words, ideas, and creativity, returns from 16 - 24 May 2026!
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- 16 May 2026to24 May 2026
Bath
Join experienced facilitator Holly Dabbs for an interactive Little Explorers session at Bath Abbey.
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- 18 May 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 29 June 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 28 Sept 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 19 Oct 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 23 Nov 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
Bath
Join these monthly storytelling, singing and making sessions for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers.
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- 19 May 2026
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- 23 June 2026
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- 21 July 2026
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- 8 Sept 2026
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- 6 Oct 2026
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- 10 Nov 2026
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- 15 Dec 2026
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The Bird of Prey Project, Newton St Loe, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 9BTTelephone
+44 (0) 1225233029Newton St Loe, Bath
Join The Bird of Prey Project with your little ones to listen to a story with some of the centre's real owls!
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- 20 May 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
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- 17 June 2026Open 16:00 - 17:00
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Wickwar Road, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol, BS37 6GABristol
Get ready for the biggest scale Music and Comedy events that Chipping Sodbury has ever seen!
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- 20 May 2026to25 May 2026
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Gilcombe farm, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0QEBruton,
Show of Hands Festival brings together a mix of live jazz and electronica, hands-on workshops, and creative exploration.
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- 22 May 2026to24 May 2026
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Bath City Centre, BA1 2ABThe Bath Fringe is a festival of all the arts, with few rules as to what should be in or out – it’s what people want to do, and what venues in Bath want to put on.
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- 22 May 2026to7 June 2026
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Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7LHTelephone
+44 (0)1963 440804Yeovil
Enjoy outdoor car displays, Scalextric and RC Racing, motoring-themed play area, Young Engineers Club and more!
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:30
Address
Dyrham Park, A46, Dyrham, Near Bath, Gloucestershire, SN14 8HYTelephone
+44 (1) 179371333Near Bath
Unleash your energy on a Pokémon adventure at Dyrham Park, celebrating the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series.
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- 23 May 2026to2 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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High Street, Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2LGTelephone
+44 (0) 1249 730 459Chippenham
Get creative in nature with activities aimed to inspire.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026
Address
Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BDTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 460503Bath
Make the most of May half term with a family day out at The American Museum & Gardens, where there’s plenty of space to play, places to unwind, and activities to enjoy together.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Bristol, Keynsham, Bath Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TPTelephone
+44 (0)1179864929Bath Road, Keynsham
Dinosaur Valley is taking over Avon Valley for a totally ROARsome, interactive eggstravaganza!
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:30 - 16:30
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Roman Baths, The Pump Room, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, B&NES, BA1 1LZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 477785Abbey Church Yard, Bath
Roman games, hidden flower hunts and even a goddess beside the Great Bath await families at The Roman Baths this May half term.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026
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Bath Recreation Ground, Pulteney Mews, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4DSTelephone
+44 (0)3336663366Bath
Step inside Colourscape, a giant walk-in labyrinth of colour and light where visitors explore glowing chambers while wearing coloured cloaks. As you move through the structure you may encounter live music and performances, creating an immersive…
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney St, Bathwick, Bath, BANES, BA2 4DBTelephone
+441225825691Bathwick, Bath
Sign up to join hundreds of walkers stepping out onto the canal, in support of Royal United Hospitals Bath. Now in its 20th year, the Walk of Life has made a real-life impact for patients, families and our extraordinary hospital staff
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- 23 May 2026Open 07:30 - 20:00
Wells
The attraction’s new immersive cave projections bring legend, nature and exploration together through light, atmosphere and storytelling, enhancing the natural beauty of the caves without overpowering it.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026
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The Roman Baths, Roman Baths, The Pump Room, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, B&NES, BA1 1LZTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 477785Abbey Church Yard, Bath
Follow a flower-themed trail, take part in interactive challenges, make paper flower crowns and sunflowers, try your hand at ancient games, and meet the Roman goddess Flora as she prepares for her festival, Floralia.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 09:30 - 16:30
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Victoria Art Gallery, Bridge Street, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA2 4ATTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 477233Bath
Visit the Victoria Art Gallery this May half term and explore the new Norman Ackroyd exhibition complete with family trail and sit-on sailing boat.
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
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Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 489070Bath
Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-Pop with this all-action tribute concert.
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- 24 May 2026Open 18:45 -
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Flourish at Farleigh Road – Kitchen, Norton St. Philip, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 3TJTelephone
+44 (0)1225 720006Norton St. Philip, Bath
Get the family together for a celebration in the sunshine on Bank Holiday Monday at Farleigh Road in Norton St Philip!
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- 25 May 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BDTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 460503Bath
Visit on this day, Bank Holiday Monday, 25 May, make a donation instead of buying our normal admission tickets, and enjoy the May half-term fun!
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- 25 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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1a Forum Buildings, Bath, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0)1225 463 362Bath
For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London's Natural History Museum, is going on tour!
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- 26 May 2026Open 12:00 -
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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0)300 067 4890Tetbury
Learn about fire-resistant bark, defence systems against pests and about the many creatures that live in trees.
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- 26 May 2026to28 May 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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