Family Friendly Sussex
Family-Friendly Attractions in Sussex – Fun for All Ages
Planning a family day out in Sussex? You’re in the right place! Sussex is packed with exciting family-friendly attractions that guarantee fun for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for things to do in Sussex with children, school holiday activities, or a weekend adventure, there’s something for everyone.
Explore interactive museums where history comes alive, or enjoy wildlife parks and aquariums that bring you closer to nature. For thrill-seekers, Sussex has plenty of watersports on offer, while those who love to enjoy the outdoors at a slightly slower pace can discover beautiful gardens, historic castles, and scenic walking trails. Many attractions also feature hands-on activities, making learning fun for little ones.
From rainy-day indoor attractions to sunny outdoor adventures, Sussex is the perfect destination for families. Whether you’re visiting for a day trip or planning a longer stay, you’ll find plenty of child-friendly places to visit that create lasting memories. Start planning your family adventure today and make the most of everything Sussex has to offer!
Family Days Out in Sussex
Explore Sussex’s best family-friendly attractions
Drusillas Park
- Drusillas Zoo Park
Enjoy a great family day out at one of the top kids days out in Sussex. Widely regarded as the best…
Fishers Farm Park
If the thought of family-themed attractions fills you with dread, fear not. Fishers Farm Park is…
Knockhatch Adventure Park
- Hailsham Bypass
Animals Explore the Jungle Kingdom when you slide through the meerkat enclosure, go nose to nose…
Smugglers Adventure
- Priory Road
Smugglers Adventure is an underground network or ancient caves and caverns, filled with secret…
Harbour Park
- Windmill Rd
Harbour Park is Littlehampton’s go-to seaside adventure for young families! From…
Wakehurst
- Wakehurst
Have a day out like no other at Wakehurst, Kew's wild botanic garden. With over 500 acres to…
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens is described as ‘The Finest Woodland Gardens in England’. Its rich…
Hastings Aquarium
- Rock-A-Nore Road
Step inside to head below the waves and discover what's roaming our oceans. From our own native…
Towner Gallery
Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art for 100 years, Towner Eastbourne sits where the coast and…
Weald and Downland Living Museum
Be part of something historic and discover Sussex rural history through the seasons, in the heart of…
Goodwood Art Foundation
A new destination for contemporary art in the UK, the Goodwood Art Foundation will feature the work…
Go Ape Crawley
- Tilgate Park
Located in southeast Crawley you can find Go Ape nestled in popular Tilgate Park. With stunning…
Amberley Museum
If you want to discover more about the industrial heritage of West Sussex and the South East, spend…
Arundel Castle
No trip to West Sussex is complete without visiting the magnificent Arundel Castle. Set high on a…
Aldingbourne Country Centre
Come along to Aldingbourne County Centre and eat, drink, laugh and learn together, all whilst…
Butlin's Bognor Regis day visits
Butlin’s is pulling out all the stops to ensure its day visits are packed full of fun for the whole…
Sky Park Farm
​Located in West Harting, Sky Park Farm is a working deer farm. Enjoy a day out and experience the…
Easter in Sussex
Plan your Easter break with events and activities in Sussex
What's on for families in Sussex
Discover family-friendly events happening across Sussex
Easter at Leonardslee: Become a Garden Explorer
- Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
- Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
An Easter adventure made for curious kids. A trail of clues, stickers, and challenges across the…
Easter Egg Hunt at Standen
- Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Standen on an Easter trail. Come…
Space Escape trail
- Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
Space Escape is designed to combine escape room style puzzles with hands on science activities, the…
Bloom and Barn Market
Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly day out! What’s on: - Easter egg hunt - Market stalls…
Medieval Festival - A Skirmish
- Arundel Castle
- May 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
The year is 1480 and England is finally at peace after years of civil war, known as the War of the…
Kids Disco
- Jul 28, 2026 - Aug 25, 2026
Tuesday Kids’ Party Nights! Doors and Bar open from 6:00PM.
Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure
Brand New for 2026. Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he…
Ice Age Adventure Live
Brace yourselves for a mammoth mission in the frozen world of Ice Age Adventure Live! Journey back…
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