Entertaining the kids is a crucial part of any family summer holiday and luckily, the West Country offers a wealth of choice, whether for toddlers or teenagers.
When you book a holiday with Helpful Holidays, you’ll receive a copy of our “What Shall We Do Today?” guide, full of recommendations and discount vouchers to use at 80 of the region’s attractions.
So, how did we choose our Top Ten attractions for children? We find that the key test is the volume of protest when the words ‘time to go home’ (TTGH) are uttered.
Here’s our pick of the best, thoroughly tested over the years by close friends and relations…
• Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon – first class zoo – TTGH rating 8.
• Pennywell Farm, near Buckfastleigh, Devon – not the biggest, but the best and friendliest ‘hands on’ children’s farm – TTGH rating 9.
• Miniature Pony Centre, North Bovey, Devon – cute and cuddly – you bet! TTGH rating 7.
• Woodlands, near Dartmouth, Devon – can you tame ‘The Twister’? – TTGH rating 8.
• National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth, Devon – very impressive main tank – TTGH rating 6.
• Crealy, near Exeter, Devon and Newquay, Cornwall – yup, the kids love them both – TTGH rating 7.
• The Big Sheep, near Bideford, Devon – watch the sheep race at this north Devon ‘ewetopia’ – TTGH rating 7.
• Combe Martin Dinosaur and Wildlife Park, near Combe Martin, Devon – wolves, dinosaurs (model ones), a train ride and butterflies – TTGH rating 8.
• Pecorama, Beer, Devon – games and trains and perhaps England’s best miniature railway – TTGH rating 7.
• Diggerland, near Cullompton, Devon – boys, this is just what you’ve always wanted to do. Yes, you really do get to drive a digger – TTGH rating 7.
• Dairyland Farmworld, near Newquay, Cornwall – great for younger kids – TTGH rating 6.
You can use our Advanced Search to find holiday cottages near the above attractions or use our ‘Explore the Area’ map to spot great days out near each cottage.
If you need any help searching for a cottage or planning your summer holiday with us, do give our friendly bookings team a call on 01647 433593 or email on help@helpfulholidays.com.
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