Things to do

Box End Park Campsite is a lakeside campsite near Bedford offering pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes alongside a range of watersports and outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy the park's café, walking routes and nearby facilities, making it a popular base for short breaks and family holidays.

Brewpoint Taproom & Brewery is Wells & Co.'s state-of-the-art brewery, taproom and restaurant in Bedford, combining a working brewery with a vibrant social space serving freshly brewed beers, artisan food and locally roasted coffee.

Dive With Jimmy offers scuba diving experiences and training for divers of different abilities, providing opportunities to explore the underwater world with experienced guidance. Whether you’re new to diving or looking to develop your skills, it’s a great option for discovering local and overseas dive sites in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Flip Out Rushden Lakes is an indoor activity centre at Rushden Lakes featuring trampolines, inflatable attractions, ninja courses, soft play and adventure activities. The venue caters for all ages and also hosts birthday parties, fitness sessions and family events throughout the year.

Gravity Active Milton Keynes is an indoor leisure venue offering trampolines, inflatable attractions, adventure activities and family entertainment. Located in Xscape Milton Keynes, it caters for children, families and groups, with sessions, parties and activities available throughout the year.

Gulliver's Land is a family theme park in Milton Keynes designed primarily for children aged 2 to 13. The park features rides, play areas, themed attractions, seasonal events and accommodation, making it a popular destination for family days out and short breaks.

Hamerton Zoo Park is a family-friendly wildlife park near Huntingdon, home to hundreds of animals from around the world, including many rare and endangered species. The zoo also features indoor and outdoor play areas, making it a popular day out for families.

Harrold-Odell Country Park is a popular nature reserve on the banks of the River Great Ouse, offering lakes, woodland and riverside walks. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, fishing, a children's play area, picnic spots and a café, making it a great destination for a relaxing day outdoors.

Herrings Green Activity Farm & Bird of Prey Centre is a family attraction near Bedford combining a working farm with one of the UK's largest bird of prey collections. Visitors can enjoy flying displays, animal encounters, tractor rides, indoor and outdoor play areas, and seasonal events throughout t

Jaws Aquatics is one of Bedfordshire's best independent tropical fish shops, located next to a Garden Centre in Willington. Home to dozens of colourful aquariums filled with tropical, coldwater and pond fish, it's a surprisingly fascinating place to explore – even if you don't own a fish tank. Children will love watching the vibrant fish, unusual species and impressive display tanks, making it a great little stop to add to a family day out at the garden centre.

A great way to explore Bedford from the water, the John Bunyan Boat offers relaxing cruises along the River Great Ouse with lovely views of the town and countryside. Enjoy a peaceful trip aboard this much-loved Bedford attraction, with seasonal cruises and special events throughout the year.

Discover the life of John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim's Progress, in the town where he lived and preached. The museum offers free admission and explores Bedford's literary heritage.