Family Attractions in Lincoln
If you’re looking for things to do with children, you will find a whole host of family friendly attractions in Lincoln.
With activities and entertainment to suit all ages, Lincoln is one of the most family-friendly destinations in the UK. You will find attractions, accommodation and events tailored to children, and plenty of things to inspire young minds.
Fierce knights will love charging along the castle walls, whilst The Museum of Lincolnshire Life will inspire inquisitive minds. For budding artists, the Usher Gallery is sure to get the creative juices flowing, and if you simply want to burn off some steam, Lincoln’s green spaces are open to all.
Little ones will love Lincoln, but there’s plenty for big kids to enjoy too. Whether you’ve got a sports-mad ball of energy, or a quiet, creative thinker, you will find loads of things for teenagers to do in Lincoln.
For football fans, Lincoln City FC is a must visit. Cheering on the Imps is a rite of passage in Lincoln, and there’s a great sense of community here. Even if you’re not a super fan, there’s nothing like the atmosphere of a live sports match.
For those who prefer to participate than spectate, attractions like The No Work Club, Escape Lincoln and Virtually Golf are sure to be a hit. You’ll also find plenty of Tik-Tok opportunities here, which is always a bonus!
If you’re keen to encourage time away from the screen, places like Indigo Crow and Prikli Pear both host regular arts and crafts workshops. These creative sessions are a great way to meet like-minded people and learn a new skill.
Culture vultures can also indulge their creative side by catching a live show. Lincoln boasts a fantastic events schedule, with music, theatre and comedy performances on every week. If nothing takes your fancy, you can always just catch a movie - a trip to The Everyman Cinema in the Cornhill Quarter is sure to earn you some serious cool points.
Things to do with kids in Lincolnshire
Outside of the city, there’s even more adventures to be had. You will find a fantastic assortment of family-friendly attractions in Lincolnshire, with something for all ages to enjoy.
The Lincolnshire Wildlife Park and the Wolds Wildlife Park are perfect for animal enthusiasts, and you can enjoy hands-on animal experiences at places like J & J Alpacas and Stella’s Falabellas.
Family-friendly attractions like Rand Farm Park and Uncle Henry’s will provide hours of entertainment, and if you’ve got a real adventurer on your hands, Go Ape and Wild Pines will have you swinging through the trees, and shimmying along rope bridges…
We know that doing things as a family can get expensive, but you don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun. You will find loads of free things to do in Lincoln, and there are plenty of special offers that will help you to keep costs down.
Family Attractions in Lincoln
Bransby Horses
- Tea / Coffee Shop
Lincolnshire based equine charity Bransby Horses is home to more than 300 horses…
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum
- Heritage / Visitor Centre
Discover the fascinating story of the historic Royal Air Force College Cranwell and…
Hartsholme Country Park
- Country / Royal Park
Hartsholme Country Park is a Green Flag Award-winning park containing Victorian…
The Hub
- Craft Centre
Located in the centre of Sleaford in the heart of rural Lincolnshire, The Hub is home…
The Natural World Centre at Whisby Nature Park
- Heritage / Visitor Centre
Discover a world of wildlife, learning and fun at The Natural World Centre at Whisby…
Brightwater Gardens
- Garden
Discover eight acres of beautiful gardens, wildflower meadows and woodland in rural…
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