Family Days Out
Across Sussex
Amberley, Near Arundel
Amberley Museum
Narrow gauge railway, vintage vehicle demos, old buildings and exhibitions in a former chalk quarry. Amberley Museum was one of the main filming locations for the 1985 James Bond Film ‘A View to a Kill’.
Location
New Barn Road, Amberley,
Near Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9LT
Amberley, Near Arundel
Riverside South Downs Boat Hire
Memorable riverside experiences, with boat and bike hire. There is a popular riverside dining area serving breakfast, lunch and high tea next to the historical Houghton Bridge overlooking the River Arun.
Location
Houghton Bridge, Amberley, West Sussex, BN18 9LP
Worthing
The Dome Cinema
The Dome Cinema is an independent Grade II* listed Edwardian cinema in Worthing, beside the seafront. It is one of the UK’s oldest working cinemas with four screens, including the restored main auditorium.
Location
21-22 Marine Parade, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 3PT
Southwater, Horsham
Southwater Country Park
Southwater Country Park is a popular destination, offering watersports, kayaking, fishing, nature trails, and a children's play area themed as a 'Dinosaur Island.' Located on the Downs Link, the park includes a visitor centre with a café serving hot food and drinks.
Location
Cripplegate Lane, Southwater, Horsham RH13 9UN
Crawley
Tilgate Park & Tilgate Zoo
Tilgate Park offers lawns, tranquil lakes, vibrant gardens, and extensive woodlands. Tilgate Zoo houses over 100 animals and offers educational encounters for children. There are various restaurants and cafés, the Walled Garden, Go Ape, Tilgate parkrun and watersports on the lake.
Location
Tilgate Drive, Crawley,
West Sussex
RH10 5PQ
Turners Hill, Crawley
Tulleys Farm
All-year round activities include Escape Rooms and Tea Rooms, and popular seasonal events include the Tulip Festival, Pumpkin Festival, Shocktober Fest, Pumpkin Nights, Christmas lights and experiences.
Location
Turners Hill, Crawley,
West Sussex, RH10 4PE
Henfield Leisure Centre
Sharky’s Soft Play & Café
Sharky’s is a soft play venue for children up to 10 years old to enjoy under-the-sea themed soft play, including an area especially for under 3’s. There is a nut-free cafe with menus for children and adults, as well as home made cakes, great coffee and plenty of seating.
Location
Henfield Leisure Centre, Northcroft, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9QB
Hurstpierpoint
Washbrooks Family Farm
Washbrooks Family Farm is situated by the South Downs and has many attractions to entertain young visitors and their families. There are traditional farm animals, both indoor and outdoor play areas, a pedal area, and a tearoom serving hot meals, sandwiches and drinks.
Location
Brighton Road, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex, BN6 9EF
One Garden Brighton and Sussex Butterfly Gardens
Stanmer Park, Brighton
One Garden Brighton is a redeveloped walled garden with a number of specialist areas, a market shop and popular café. The Sussex Butterfly Gardens opened in May 2026. Visitors can see exotic butterflies, moths, and invertebrates, as well as tropical plants.
Location
The Walled Garden,
Stanmer Park, BN1 9SE
