Cheap family days out: Midlands
Belvoir castle, Leicestershire
An impressive castle with beautiful grounds - the kids will love hunting out Belvoir bear on a tour round the castle or getting involved in the children's quiz. The castle is closed on all Fridays throughout May and on Saturday 7th June.
Price
Adults - £7.00
Children - 5-16 £4.50
Senior Citizens - £6.50
Family (2 adults, 2 children) £19.00
Contact details:
belvoircastle.com
Tel: +44 (0)1476 871000
email: info@belvoircastle.com
Manor Farm Animal Centre & Donkey Sanctuary, Loughborough
The farm has nearly 100 acres with meadow of wild flowers, a small lake, a nature trail and childrens' adventure play areas and also is home to many animals in need of looking after.
Price:
Adults - £4.50
Children - £3.50 (voucher on website for free child admission)
Under 2s - Free
Contact details:
Visit: manorfarm.info/
Tel: 01509 852525
Rosliston Forestry Centre, Swadlincote, Derbyshire
In the middle of the National Forest, this centre is brilliant for playing, walking and cycling. There's a huge outdoor adventure playground with play areas suitable for all ages. Take a picnic or a some ball games - there's even a sand pit so you can pretend you're at the beach!
Price:
Free - fee for carpark
Contact details:
Visit: roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk
Tel: 01283 563483
Snibston Discovery Park, Coalville, Leicestershire
Snibston is a science and industry museum. There's lots of interactive and hands on displays inside, making it one of the best in the Midlands.
Price:
Adults (aged 16 and over) £6.00
Children (aged 5 - 15) £4.00
Under 5's Free
Family of 4 (max 2 adults) £18.00
Family of 5 (max 2 adults) £20.00
Contact details:
Visit: leics.gov.uk/museums/snibston
Tel: 01530 278444
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