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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!

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

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Rows of yellow and red tulips with a windmill in the background, at Tulleys Farm in Sussex

Curious About Chichester

May 20, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026

Unlock Chichester's Hidden Stories: Quirky Walks & Treasure Hunts Await! Ditch the ordinary…

May 20

Eastbourne Carnival

The biggest Seafront Carnival in the South East will return this year. More than 1,500 walkers are…

May 23

Pixies & Pirates May Half Term

May 23, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Set sail for the Aldingbourne Country Centre, for a fun half term for pre-schoolers and primary-aged…

May 23

Pirate Week at Newhaven Fort

Ahoy there!!! Bring your mini pirates to the Fort this week for pirate stories, quill writing…

May 26

Hope and Play Fundraiser

Join us for an afternoon of family activities, including arts and crafts, outdoor play, and games…

Jun 20

Stansted Summer Festival

Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026

Head to Stansted Park to enjoy its 6th annual Summer Festival – an eclectic weekend of family fun…

Jun 27

Silent Disco in Nature

Slip on your headphones and choose your channel as the music takes over Wakehurst's wild botanic…

Jul 18

Characters from History

Arundel Castle
Oct 28, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026

Encounter characters from the castle's history, with a focus on the 12th century and the first…

Oct 28

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