If you know of any other great things to do in Braehead for kids which aren't listed on DAYoutWITHtheKIDS, please get in contact with us, so we can add them to the website and share the fun places to go with other children - thanks a lot
Family Days Out near to Braehead
Creetown Gem Rock Museum (6 miles)
Newton Stuart
Creetown Gem Rock Museum Regarded as one of the finest private collections of gemstones, crystals, minerals, rocks and fossils in Great Britain, this is also a fully interactive experience with lots of things to do as well as to see.
Whithorn Cradle of Christianity (8 miles)
WIgtownshire
Whithorn Cradle of Christianity Founded by St. Ninian in the 5th century this is the site of the first Christian church in Scotland, later becoming the cathedral church of Galloway. The ongoing archaeological excavation is partially open to visitors. In the museum itself is a significant collection of early Christian stones.
Kirroughtree Visitor Centre (8 miles)
Dumfries
Kirroughtree Visitor Centre Calling all explorers! 300 square miles of hills and woodlands, cycle and hiking trails, with scattered sculptures and features for the kids to discover. Also has a great woodland play area.
Monreith Animal World (8 miles)
Newton Stewart
Monreith Animal World Set in twelve acres of scenic countryside, the animals are placed in a circular route around the park, taking in a peaceful pondside walk. There are seats and picnic tables along the route, along with toilet stops.
Cardoness Castle (11 miles)
Gatehouse of Fleet
Cardoness Castle A well-preserved six storey tower house of the McCullochs dating back to the 15th century. Its battlements command excellent views over Fleet Bay.
Cream o Galloway (11 miles)
Castle Douglas
Cream o Galloway Our fabulous adventure playground includes the indoor 'Smugglers Warren' with underground tunnels and climbing towers, and the Pirate Ship for Under 6s.
Outside, explore an extensive Play Area including Pedal Karts, Flying Fox, 3D Maze and Viewing Tower.
Choose from 30 ice cream flavours made here on our organic farm.
Brighouse Bay Trekking (14 miles)
Borgue Kirkcudbright
Brighouse Bay Trekking Lessons from 7 plus, Weenie Rides from 5, starter and walking treks from 8 years, plus fast and beach hacks, and own a pony days.
The Cocoa Bean Company (15 miles)
Twynholm
The Cocoa Bean Company A unique and interactive experience for children that is truly unforgettable! Under supervision kids from 2+ can forge their own chocolate creations and then enjoy the play areas.
Lochhill Equestrian Centre (16 miles)
Douglas
Lochhill Equestrian Centre BHS approved facility offering lessons, scenic hacks, trekking and cross country, plus Pony Club.
Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park (17 miles)
Kickcudbright
Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park A varied collection of nearly 150 animals from all over the world can be seen within the peaceful and natural settings where the woodland has been tailored to provide large and imaginative enclosures.
Red Deer Range Trail (18 miles)
Newton Stewart
Red Deer Range Trail Follow this short trail for wonderful views of red deer in their natural environment. If it's raining you can now take shelter in their new hide which is located at the viewpoint!
Logan Botanic Garden (21 miles)
Stranraer
Logan Botanic Garden Scotlands Most Exotic Garden. Because of the influence of the Gulf Stream, a remarkable collection of bizarre and beautiful plants flourishes outside, making this Garden a plantsmans paradise.
Threave Castle (21 miles)
River Dee
Threave Castle Cross the fields from the car park to the River Dee, and ring for the boatman. . . A small boat will take you to the island to explore the 14th century ruins.
Ryan Leisure Centre (23 miles)
Stranraer
Ryan Leisure Centre As well as the leisure pool there is a 60 metre flume, poolside spa bath, water features and inflatables in specific sessions.
Agnew Park (23 miles)
Stranraer
Agnew Park Plenty to do here, from karting, putting and pedal boating to tiny cars and a miniature railway, plus play areas!
The Venture Centre (32 miles)
Maughold
The Venture Centre Activities include: Archery, Air rifle training, Assault course with ZipLines, Abseiling, Kayaking and Canoeing, Dinghy sailing, Gorge walking, Orienteering, Raft building and Power boating. Phew!
Shambellie House Museum of Costume (35 miles)
Dumfries
Shambellie House Museum of Costume Find out about a century of style as you follow fashion from the VIctorian era to the 20th century. It's been partially designed with families in mind to help keep the kids interested.
Mabie Farm Park (35 miles)
Dumfries
Mabie Farm Park Farm Park with animals and pet handling, rides including Donkey Rides, Train and Paddle Boats. Also we have two indoor play barns!
Mooragh Park (36 miles)
Ramsey
Mooragh Park Offering crazy golf, adventure play areas, BMX course, boating and a splash pad water play zone.
The Little Turnberry Farm (36 miles)
Ayr
The Little Turnberry Farm Plenty of wildlife to see and pet, and a fantastic range of experience sessions for kids where they follow someone around and do literally everything, to pony rides and owl lessons
Farmers Den (37 miles)
Dumfries
Farmers Den A countryside themed adventure play facility with great classic features in a bright and colourful, clean and safe environment.
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura (37 miles)
Dumfries
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura Look out for, amongst other things: fossil footprints left by prehistoric animals, the wildlife of the Solway, tools and weapons of our earliest people, stone carvings by Scotland's first Christians and the everyday things of the Victorian farm.
Dumfries Treasure Trails (37 miles)
Dumfries
Dumfries Treasure Trails is one of many Treasure Trails locations in Dumfries and Galloway. They are a fantastic way to explore towns and villages, solving a mystery whilst enjoying a walk in the fresh air.
Castledykes Park (37 miles)
Dumfries
Castledykes Park A great children’s play area within its picturesque grounds and a range of other activities are available whatever your age, including tennis, bowling, putting and trampolining.
Odeon Dumfries (37 miles)
Dumfries
Odeon Dumfries All the latest kids' flicks and more at this friendly little one screen cinema. Great for a treat in wet weather!
Pennybridge Riding School (38 miles)
Kirk Michael
Pennybridge Riding School BHS approved facility offering lessons, scenic and beach hacks, riding simulator and recognised Pony Club.
The Culzean Experience (38 miles)
Ayreshire
The Culzean Experience A splendid and atmospheric castle full of history and significance, and surrounded by beautiful country parkland. Houses the 2nd largest armoury display in the world.
Monkey Madhouse (38 miles)
Workington
Monkey Madhouse A bright, colourful and safe environment for the kids to run themselves ragged on the custom equipment. Suitable for 0 to 10s, Height Restriction 1.40 metres.
Eclipse Leisure Centre (38 miles)
Workington
Eclipse Leisure Centre Family friendly tenpin bowling plus laser tag, American themed Bar, video games and more.
Caerlaverock Castle (38 miles)
Dumfries
Caerlaverock Castle Visitors to this quintessential stronghold can enjoy a siege warfare exhibition, a children's adventure park and a nature trail.
Dalscone Farm (38 miles)
Dumfries
Dalscone Farm A family fun farm with a variety of animals, a huge indoor play area filled with ball pools, slides and other equipment. It also has lots of outdoor play equipment, trampolines, pedal karts, crazy golf and more!
Ballahimmin Riding and Pony Trekking Cen (39 miles)
Cronk Y Voddy
Ballahimmin Riding and Pony Trekking Cen Lessons and trekking from 4 years plus with optional pony leading walk outs to ease into it for first timers.
Funtastic (39 miles)
Workington
Funtastic 10,000 square feet of play time, with ball cannons, a daring 9m slide, and all the classic indoor features we all know and love.
The Happy Potter Ceramic Cafe (39 miles)
Thornhill
The Happy Potter Ceramic Cafe Choose your colours and tools, make yourself comfortable at one of the comfy tables and take your time creating your very own unique pieces with the kids.
Lake District Coast Aquarium (39 miles)
Maryport
Lake District Coast Aquarium 45 carefully themed and informative aquatic displays + Adventure playground, radio controlled boats and mini golf.
West Coast Karting (39 miles)
Maryport
West Coast Karting Karting is for anybody so long as you're aged 8 or above! They even have a kart dedicated for the disabled. Ideal for building coordination and confidence. Give your child the edge when older.
WWT Caerlaverock (40 miles)
Caerlaverock
WWT Caerlaverock 1,400 acres of wetland nature reserve on the Solway Firth. Winter home to thousands of swans ducks and geese. Summertime trails, meadows, Natterjack Toads, Barn Owls etc. 20 hides, 4 towers, heated observatory and visitor centre. Guided walks and special events.
Drumlanrig Castle (40 miles)
Thornhill
Drumlanrig Castle This ancient Douglas stronghold is surrounded by the 120,000 acre Queensberry Estate, Country Park and grand victorian gardens.
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum (40 miles)
Dumfries
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum An ever expanding aircraft collection, aero engines and a very impressive display of artefacts and personal histories relating to aviation, past and present.
Billy Bears Fun Centre (40 miles)
Whitehaven
Billy Bears Fun Centre For under-sixes, climbing frames, bouncy castle, slides, cars, baby walkers. Small and friendly
Thanks for all the great things to do in Braehead with kids you keep sending in.
Now we have the easter and summer holidays fast approaching, we're trying to find the best days out and as many fun things to do with kids as possible, especially cheap and free family friendly places to visit this year - theme parks, waterparks and swimming pools, museums, indoor playcentres and softplay for toddlers, petting farms, wildlife parks and zoos, aquariums, horse riding, castles, steam railways, pottery making and ceramic cafes, roller and ice skating rinks, karting tracks, snowdomes, dry and indoor ski slopes, climbing walls, activity centres, outdoor play at the best local parks, ten pin bowling alleys and all the other best family tourist attractions, that you can visit at the weekend.
Also teachers may find the site useful for ideas for the best places to take their classes on school journeys with many historical and educational atractions listed
So, if you've been for great days out with the kids, or a school trip, which isn't shown above, just send in an email and we'll add it on so people visiting on holidays and all the other children in Dumfries and Galloway can enjoy the great day out as well.
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