Weekends and school holidays are expensive times and entertaining children isn't always fun. Britain offers a great many places where kids and adults can go free, generally countryside, wildlife and nature reserves, lakelands etc. The majority of public sector museums are also free. Be mindful though that despite free entry, car parking can up to £5.00 per car in some car parks, not taking into account those in major cities.

To add to the fun, consider leaving the car at home and look into buses, coaches, trains, river boats and canal boats. As an example a one and a half hour return trip on a narrowboat from Little Venice, Maida Vale to Camden Town market is only £22 for the whole family, it even travels through Regents Park Zoo and includes a tour guide full of interesting information about the canal history and life on a house boat.

There's no need to dine in expensive restaurants and cafes, take a picnic. They are a fraction of the cost, you can enjoy your favourite food and even take your pet! Keep checking here for freebies, free products, sample packs, puzzles and competitions.

South-east of England offers a wide range of visitor attractions to suit everyone. Major attractions in historic towns,cities, counties and regions include; London, Brighton, Cotswolds, Hastings, Oxford, Portsmouth, Tunbridge Wells etc.

Kids Go Free in Brighton.
Happy kids means happy parents, so bring them to Brighton in July and August and treat the whole family to a short-break by the sea.

Kids Go Free! Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Show

There are a whole host of activities lined up. So why not make it a family day out?

We provide a FREE creche for the under 8’s which is open throughout the duration of the Show and gives you the peace of mind that your children are having a fun time!

There are a variety of childrens activities on offer including the Earls Court City Farm, boasting animals such as donkies, ponies, ferrets, rabbits, sheep, chickens and ducks.

So what are you waiting for - make it a fun day out for all the family!

* Children 15 and under go free

CHILDREN GO FREE AND 20 PERCENT OFF FOR ADULTS THIS SUMMER
Have a fantastic, fun filled family break this summer with a DFDS Seaways Mini CruiseBreak, where the children go free and there’s a further 20 percent off for adults. It’s an undeniably good deal for big and small kids alike!

The Silverstone Classic - July 30 & 31, kids go free

Silverstone played host to the first post-war Grand Prix and historic racing has always played a part at the Home of British Motor Racing. The new Silverstone International Historic Festival will not only provide stunning racing, but also encapsulate the fine history of the sport.

A look at Formula 1 of yesteryear will come in the form of the FIA Thoroughbred Grand Prix Car Championship, pitching Williams, Brabham, Lotus, March and McLaren together again. Sports Car fans are catered for as well, as a grid of 1950s cars will also do battle. Add in historic Formula 2 and Formula 3 cars and action is guaranteed. And it isn’t just the cars - it is the sight and sound too. Stand at Woodcote corner and watch the Lister Jaguars drift through on opposite lock, marvel at the drivers working, visibly hard, at the wheel of their cars and prepare your eyes for a symphonic sound from engines covering many decades of motor racing.

And it’s not just about racing. There will be parades and displays on two and four wheels -even in the sky promising action and fun for everyone.

South West of England. Children go free.

John Dory Field Centre - Luton
Local and natural history
www.luton.gov.uk

Priory Country Park - Bedford
300 acres including lakes and bird watching, fishing and watersports.
Tel: 01234 211182

California Country Park - Wokingham
Lakelands, fishing, heathland.
Tel: 0118 9342016

Dinton Pastures Country Park - Hurst, Berkshire
Rivers, meadows, lakes and woodland.
www.wokingham.gov.uk

Household Cavalry Museum - Windsor
Collection of militaria relating to Royal mounted bodyguards.
www.householdcavalry.co.uk

Denham Country Park - Uxbridge
Rivers, woodlands and meadows.
www.buckscc.gov.uk/countryside/countryparks

Wycombe Museum
Local History - hands on activity for children.
www.wycombe.gov.uk/museum

Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre - Billericay, Essex
100 acre nature reserve on the shores of Hanningfield Reservoir
www.essexwt.org.uk

High Woods Country Park - Colchester, Essex
woodland, wetland, grassland, farmland - fishing and horse-riding trail.
www.visitweb.com/hwcp

Lee Valley Park - Waltham Abbey, Essex
Bird-watching, fishing and Walking.
www.leevalleypark.com

Weald Country Park - Brentwood
Deer Paddock, two lakes, walks and nature trails.
Tel: 01277 216297

The Bear Museum- Petersfield, Hampshire.
Antique teddy bears in Edwardian setting.
www.bearmuseum.co.uk

Fort Nelson - The Royal Armouries - Fareham, Hampshire
Victorian fort fully restored set in 19 acres. Live firing daily.
www.armouries.org.uk

Southampton Maritime Museum - Southampton
Medieval stone warehouse with exhibitions including Titanic and interactive displays.
www.southampton.gov.uk/leisure/heritage

Aldenham Country Park - Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.
Winnie the Pooh's 100 acre wood, 65 acre reservoir, 175 acres of meadoes & woodland.
www.hertsdirect.org/aldenham

Fairlands Valley Park - Stevenage, Hertfordshire
120 acre park with lake for sailing and windsurfing. Courses available.
www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk/fairlands

Hertford Museum - Hertford, Hertfordshire
Local History, Special events for children
www.hertfordshiremuseum.org

Mill Green Museum & Mill - Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Fully restored 18th century watermill - still producing flour.
01707 271362

The Needles Park, Totland Bay, Isle of Wight
Park with rides and attractions, chairlift to beach.
www.theneedles.co.uk

Capstone Farm Country Park, Gillinham, Kent
280 acres of meadows and woodlands with childrens' play areas.
01634 812196

Bank of England Museum, Threadneedle Street, London EC2
Museum within the Bank of England charting the history of money.
www.bankofengland.co.uk

Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, London SE1
Interactive, sights and smells of wartime in London.
www.iwm.org.uk

Livesey Museum for Children, Old Kent Road, London SE1
Interactive exhibitions for children up to 12
www.Liveseymuseum.org.uk

Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7
Interactive exhibitions from dinosaurs onwards. Some exhibitions have entrance fees.
www.nhm.ac.uk

Ragged School Museum, Copperfield Road, London E3
On the site of the original Dr. Barnardo's Ragged School. Dedicated to East End.
www.raggedschool.museum.org.uk

Royal Air Force Museum, Hendon London NW9
Museum of aviation, interactive areas. Flying through the ages.
www.rafmuseum.com

Science Museum, Exhibition Road, London SW7
Interactive exhibits from yesteryear to tomorrow's world.
www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

Stepping Stones Farm, Stepney High Street, London E1
Working farm, farming demonstrations, farm trail and play area.
www.stepneynews.com

Tate Britain, Millbank, London SW1
National gallery of British art from 16th century to today.
www.tate.org.uk

Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey KT20
Woodland and downs with marked trails and strolls.
01306 885502

CherryTree Farm, Lingfield, Surrey RH7
Stabling for rescue horses, donkeys, and ponies - guided tours.
www.ilph.org.uk

Harbour Park Family Amusement Park - Littlehampton, West Sussex
Traditional family amusement park and fairground - individual fees for rides.
01903 721200

Shpwreck Heritage Centre, Hastings, East Sussex TN34
Collection of historic treasures salvaged from shipwrecks.
01424 437452

Tilgate Park & Nature Reserve, Crawley, West Sussex RH10
Endangered species and breeds, wild and domestic animals.
www.crawley.gov.uk

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