Things to do with kids in Bournemouth and Dorset

Bournemouth may be renowned as Retirement Central, but don’t be put off: it’s a fab family destination, too, with everything from baby activities for the smallest members of your family to brilliant venues for unforgettable children's parties.

With its miles of sandy beach and nearby theme parks and attractions, you won’t find yourself at a lost for things to do with kids in Bournemouth and Dorset.

If you’re looking for traditional seaside fun, the South Coast resort won’t let you down, with amusement arcades, adventure golf and even a beach safety scheme for kids that runs in the summer months.

Further afield, there’s stunning coastline to explore at Durdle Door, while would-be palaeontologists will get a thrill from searching for fossils on the Jurassic Coast. Meanwhile, bargain hunters can shop till they drop at the many car boot sales taking place in the area.

You can hop aboard an open-top bus, make friends with the animals at nearby Marwell Zoo or jump in muddy puddles at Peppa Pig World: guaranteed to tickle the fancy of the smaller members of the family.

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Bubble Shows (2.9 miles)

Bournemouth

Everybody loves bubbles but popular Childrens Entertainer & Bubbleologist, Richard Welsh of the Lovely Bubbly Show really loves bubbles and he wants to show you why. Mix...

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Vinyasa Flow Yoga for all levels (0.0 miles)

Bournemouth And Poole

Hi mums, Welcome and join Flow Yoga Class with Joy every Tuesday to Thursday morning. Classes are one hour and 15 minutes long; entry is £7/ class, or you can buy a bundl...

The Real Greek, Bournemouth (0.0 miles)

Bournemouth

Enjoy memories of Santorini and sea air in the heart of Bournemouth at The Real Greek, Bournemouth. The food we serve comes from the delicious and healthy diet of the Ea...

Kick Fit Go Commando - women's only fitness & personal training (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

Try kickboxing and boxing as your new fitness regime to get that motivation back! Since August 2011 Kick Fit has attracted women of all ages and abilities! Whether your goa...

All Fired Up Ceramics Cafe (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

Looking for the perfect way to relax, get creative or just to have fun? All Fired Up Ceramics Café offers a wide selection of high quality ceramics just waiting to be ha...

All Fired Up Ceramics Cafe (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

Ideal for groups of 8 or more 5 - 15 year olds. Set your child's imagination free and watch them proudly create their own work of art. Our birthday party package include...

Kinder Racket (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

At kinder active we like starting the children young with kinder racket. Hitting a balloon with the tennis racket is the simple start to help the children with their hand-e...

Kinder Active Parent and Baby (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

Our parent and baby classes welcome both carers of the child to come along to a variety of sessions available with activities provided for your children. We encourage paren...

6D Cinema (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

A completely new cinema experience. You will wear 3D glasses and then the cinema has added effects like wind, rain, smells and chairs that move in sync with the action on ...

PDS Painting Bournemouth (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

PDS Painting Bournemouth number 1 painting firm in Bournemouth and the surrounding towns. With over 20 years painting time-served across Bournemouth. We are professi...

Kinder Kickers (0.1 miles)

Bournemouth

Football is a great way for children to focus on their hand-foot coordination, reflex and gross motor skills. It's a great way to keep the children active and with our mini...

Mark - FLATPACK assembly & installation of BLINDS and Curtain Poles (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

A quality COVID safe handyman service offered in Bournemouth/Poole. Mask worn when required and sanitiser used. Mark will give you excellent service with any job he under...

Creams Cafe Bournemouth Town Centre (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

We want every visit to Creams to be an indulgent adventure for the senses and we see our desserts as ‘every day celebrations’. Once you’ve experienced Creams desserts we re...

TreatMyWrinkles Bournemouth - Botulinum & Dermal Filler Experts (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

Being a mum is not always easy. There are lots of demands from lots of different people. Family, work, children, friends, sports, etc. On top of all this, we are suppose...

Yogabellies (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

You know you and your baby are in safe hands with yoga bellies. Allow us to gently guide you and your little one through the most important stages of life. We provide authe...

Talbot Karate Club (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

You come in comfortable clothes until you are sure you want to continue. Bring a bottle of water. Everything else is explained as you go

Little Espanol Spanish lesson (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

Do you know that Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world? Little Español is holding lessons in groups for children. The classes are designed for children b...

Kinder Camps (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

Our holiday camps run run through, Christmas, Easter, summer and other half term dates so that when you're busy and your children are bored we can keep them entertained! We...

Kinder Active (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

We think that children learn best through being active, at kinder active we provide a variety of sports such as tennis, football, table tennis, mini basket ball, drama and ...

Kinder Active Pre-school (0.2 miles)

Bournemouth

Our Pre-school provides a stimulating environment to help the children feel confident when moving around and exploring their ability. We follow the EYFS to ensure we are me...

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