Top Parks

 Hi Everyone,

The summer holidays are fast approaching so we want to help you all have an amazing time, as we're all definitely due a bit of fun. Since we love to be outdoors we thought we'd start with some of our favourite parks. Not only are parks brilliant for a wide range of age groups they have the added benefit of being free so win win. The parks listed below all have toilet facilities on site 😃

Our top pics are:

SALTWELL PARK

We love this park it had two fantastic play areas, a boating lake, train, lots of wildlife and a cafe.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/02/hi-everyone-saltwell-park-has-to-be-one.html

CARLISLE PARK

We love to visit here with its play areas that are spread out, beautiful river walks, boats, lots of places to grab a bite and ice cream.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2021/04/carlisle-park.html

BARNES PARK

This is a smaller park but we love the play areas and the lovely duck pond. Its a great place to ride a bike or scooter.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/10/barnes-park-sunderland.html

TYNE GREEN PARK

Again this is a beautiful park with lots of green space, lovely river walks and a very well equipped play area.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/07/tyne-green-park.html

RICHARDSON-DEES PARK

The play area here is fantastic, with lots of green space, woodland walks and trails. There is a skate park and cafe. This is a very good park for all the family.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/06/richardson-dees-park.html

DERWENT WATERSIDE PARK

We really enjoy coming here it always feels more like a day trip then just going to the park. The play area is superb and the views are breathtaking. It also has the benefit of stunning walks around the reservoir to. There is a cafe and gift shop.

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/07/derwent-waterside-park.html

Don't forget to check out our ULTIMATE ACTIVITY LIST : 

https://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2020/08/ultimate-activities-list-august-2020.html

Broom House Farm

 Hi Everyone,

We visited Broom House Farm and there Forest Adventure at the weekend. It had been a few years since our last visit so we were very excited to go back.

The Forest Adventure consists of lots of different woodland challenges, climbing frames, zip wires, slides and a fabulous buggy track just to name a few. There are also various trails around the forest from fairy spotting to animals and plants facts. When you a complete a trail the children get a little prize which we thought was a nice touch. The Forest Adventure is ideal for a variety of ages but we would say children 12 and under would get the most enjoyment out of it.

The farm itself is quite small but beautifully kept. There are goats, chickens, pigs, cows, ducks and turkeys. There is no charge to visit the farm on this fabulous location so it really is an added bonus. There was lots of baby animals on our visit which were just adorable and we were rather taken with the goats and their kids.

Broom House Farm has a very nice cafe which is reasonably priced. We saw alot of people eating sausage sandwiches which smelt lovely, as we have a coeliac daughter we unfortunately couldn't partake but did notice that they had a gluten free cake on the menu so could provide a nice for a treat after lunch. There are lots of seating options outside the cafe for food bought from there with a separate picnic area across the far side of the car park for those who bring their own. It did feel a shame that we couldn't eat in the main field as that hosts lots of play equipment and hay bales to play on but it wasn't an issue. This seating option could be ideal if you have little ones who are easily distracted while eating.

Booking for the Forest Adventure opens on a THURSDAY for that weekend and cost £5.95 per person (free car park) which we think is a very good price for a full day out.  You can book tickets here Broom House Farm

Lightwater Valley

Hi Everyone,

Lightwater Valley is set to reopen from Saturday 17th April!

They have completed some big changes to the theme park with a host of new rides and attractions - perfect for under 12yrs. 

We can now take an exciting expedition through the Go Safari area with animal-themed rides! and a part we are really excited is that the  Tree Top Trek  has now become a part of Lightwater Valley and is included in the admission price! It has been renamed the Treetop Trail and we can't wait to go back.

Tickets must be pre-booked online and are on sale now.

📸 Lightwater Valley

WWF QUIZ

Hi Everyone,

The Really Wild WWF Family Quiz takes place today,13th Feb at 4pm. This is a FREE event but donations are very welcome.

Click the link to go the event:

https://fb.me/e/28lhXAD0b

You can find more virtual fun events taking place this half term here:

http://www.notboredoutdoors.co.uk/2021/02/february-half-term-virtual-activity-list.html

Harry Potter Quiz

Hi Everyone,

We have just came across this Harry Potter family quiz hosted by Leicester Libraries.

This is a free event open to all ages of witches, wizards and muggles and will be live streamed on Thursday 4th February 2021 at 4.30pm! 

It's also a perfect excuse to rewatch the movies 🍿🎬

Event link below:

https://fb.me/e/Dg8wbNbK