Things to do with kids in Loughborough and Charnwood

At the heart of England, Loughborough is the principal town in the Charnwood Borough of Leicestershire.

It’s best known for its university, which has a particular focus on sport and has produced many world-class athletes.

There are plenty of things to do with kids in Loughborough and Charnwood, whether you're looking for baby activities for your little one or active and educational days out for older children.

Kids who are mad about trains will love a trip on the Great Central Railway, a steam railway that runs right through the heart of Loughborough, while the Bell Foundry offers a fascinating insight into how the bells for many famous buildings – such as St Paul’s Cathedral – were made.

If you want to get out and about, Charnwood Forest is a beautiful place to explore, particularly in spring when the bluebells are in bloom. The area also hosts regular car boot sales and markets, where you can get your hands on everything from second-hand baby buys to beautiful vintage treasures.

Other family-friendly attractions are within easy reach, like Twycross Zoo and Snibston Discovery Park.

Plus there’s a good selection of soft plays, cinemas and swimming pools, including the Olympic-size pool at Loughborough University. We've also put together a must-read guide to planning children's parties in the area, whether you're looking for an all-inclusive party package or want to do it yourself at a local space for hire.

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Loughborough Town Hall (0.0 miles)

Loughborough

Loughborough Town Hall is a quality venue for a whole host of events, from live performances and show, to fairs, exhibitions, weddings and conference. Includes the Sock ...

Loughborough Town Hall (0.0 miles)

Loughborough

Looking for a party venue to hire in Leicestershire? Then look no further - Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, engagement party or grand ball, Loughborough Town Hall has...

Free Family Workshops with Clay! (0.0 miles)

Loughborough

Join us for a free Family Workshop with Clay! We'll be rolling, kneading, scoring, and working with slip to create traditional coil pots in response to our exhibition of cl...

Little and Rising Stars (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

Join our friendly group on Monday afternoons, 1- 2.30 pm every week of the year, except Bank Holidays. We have a cosy lounge for parents and their babies and a larger hard-...

NCT Online Introducing Solid Foods Workshop for Loughborough parents (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

Have you started thinking about introducing your baby to solid foods? If so, you probably have a lot of questions. NCT is here to help you decide when the time is right, ho...

NCT Antenatal Classes in LOUGHBOROUGH - Sociable, Informative and Fun! (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

With a full 17 hours of evidence-based information and practical skills to grow your knowledge of birth and early parenting, an NCT Antenatal course is the most comprehensi...

Creations (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

Come along after school on a Monday, Wednesday and a Friday when we are open until 5 pm. There is a range of exciting Art Activities for you to try such as Pottery Paintin...

G4 20th Anniversary Tour - LOUGHBOROUGH (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

The UK's No.1 vocal harmony group and original X-Factor stars celebrate a double decade in the limelight with a spectacular anniversary show. G4 have been wowing audienc...

Dolcino (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

Dolcino runs gelato making demos and workshops for children's birthday parties. Don a Dolcino uniform and come into our mini ice cream making factory. Watch and take it in ...

KONGA (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

KONGA® is a wild mash-up of Boxing, Kickboxing, Cardio, Afro, Pop, Rock, Pilates, Disco & everything in between.

Loughborough Private School Tutoring (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

After School and Weekend Tuition (14+ years teaching and tutoring experience) FREE ASSESSMENT - Call or email to book today! KS2, KS3 & GCSE Covering English, Maths and...

Queens Park (0.1 miles)

Loughborough

Play, relax or learn! The Park houses a variety of facilities and attractions for all the family including: Under 12s play area Challenging activities for young...

KIp McGrath English and Maths after-school tuition (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

English and Maths tuition for primary and secondary students. After school Monday to Friday and Saturday morning. Sessions last for 80 min. Summer School during summer holi...

KIp McGrath English and Maths after-school tuition (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

English and Maths tuition for primary and secondary students. After school Monday to Friday and Saturday morning. Sessions last for 80 min. Summer School during summer holi...

Read and Paint (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

Read and paint sessions. We start with a story and then create a character from the story finishing with squash and a biscuit

Beginners silver clay jewellery (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

Come and learn the magical properties of silver clay. We will show you how to use the clay and design your own unique pieces of pure silver jewellery.

Creations Pottery Painting Art Studio (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

Come to our art studio and create some masterpieces as well as memories. We don't just offer pottery painting but you can make your own objects from clay, have a go on the ...

Creations Pottery (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

Come and have a fantastic and unique party at our Pottery Studio in Loughborough. We offer packages from £10 per head and have various activities including pottery painting...

Loughborough Library (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

It is a large, busy library in the centre of the town on Granby Street, opposite Queen's Park. There is a ramp at the front of the building and the main part of the library...

Playtime (0.2 miles)

Loughborough

Ages 0-5, Nominal charge (of about £1.00 - £2.00). Run by volunteers. There's often Dads at this group too, so no excuse for you Dads to back out of this one! Playtime has...

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