Buckinghamshire Outdoor Pursuits & Nature

Vale Park - Aylesbury
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Vale Park - Aylesbury
This is an active park, full of exciting facilities including the Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre complete with its outdoor pool, leisure centre, competition pool and gym. A play area was recently installed, followed by a 'teen' play area, new tennis courts, a multi-use games area and a bowls green. There is also a skatepark ...
The Bucks Goat Centre - Stoke Mandeville
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The Bucks Goat Centre - Stoke Mandeville
We are a children's miniature zoo featuring a wide range of animals, including llamas, wallabies, birds, reptiles, pigs, donkeys and every breed of domestic goat found in Britain. A petting pen is available for small children to make friends with our rabbits and guinea pigs Visitors are invited to feed our goats. Other facilities include a toy...
GO APE Wendover Woods - Buckinghamshire
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GO APE Wendover Woods - Buckinghamshire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK.  The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
Bernwood Butterfly Trail - Aylesbury
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Bernwood Butterfly Trail - Aylesbury
The whole of Bernwood Forest was designated a Forest Nature Reserve in 1981. This wood is famous for its butterfly populations and has been designated a SSSI by Natural England. Follow the yellow waymarked path for an hour and a half walk around the forest to discover the variety of habitats to be found. Butterflies to watch out for...
Wendover Woods
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Wendover Woods
Follow the all-ability trail for a great view over the heart of Wendover Woods and across the vale to Hale Wood. Wendover Woods are open 364 days of the year with the front entrance gate being opened at 8am. The Forest Drive is closed to vehicles on Christmas Day. We have a range of activities and events in the woods to suit all ages and...
Waddesdon Manor - Aylesbury
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Waddesdon Manor - Aylesbury
This Renaissance-style château was built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to display his outstanding collection of art treasures and to entertain the fashionable world. The 45 rooms on view combine the highest quality French furniture and decorative arts from the 18th century with superb English portraits and Dutch Old Masters. The...
Mead Open Farm - Leighton Buzzard
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Mead Open Farm - Leighton Buzzard
With Shaggy’s PlayWorld now open, you can enjoy even heaps more play at Mead Open Farm.  With challenging slides and scramblers for the older children and a special soft play zone for the under fives, there’s something to keep everyone happy. Plus with over 200 furry friends, you’ll never short of rabbits to cuddle, cows to...
College Lake Nature Reserve
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College Lake Nature Reserve
College Lake Nature Reserve is thought of as one of the best places in Buckinghamshire to see water birds such as lapwings and redshanks. There are a number of hides that overlook the lake and give you a great place to bird watch. There are so many habitats to explore such as chalk grassland covered in butterflies and insects, plus the scrub,...
Whizzkidz (Thame) Ltd
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Whizzkidz (Thame) Ltd
Indoor & Outdoor Children’s Activity Centre At Whizzkidz you will find a huge variety of activities in both our indoor and outdoor play areas.  We are committed to providing a safe, clean and stimulating environment with the emphasis on fun with free wi-fi for the adults. The indoor play area consists of a giant play frame,...
Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
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Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
Experience the best of British countryside in a fun-filled family day out. Get hands-on with our rare farm breeds, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas, whatever the weather. Hogshaw Farm and Wildlife Park is an environmentally friendly rare breeds farm attraction, located in 44...
Rushmere Country Park
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Rushmere Country Park
Rushmere Country Park is managed by the Greensand Trust on a not for profit basis for the benefit of people and wildlife, for today, tomorrow and the future. We rely on your support to continue our vital work. Admission: No admission fees. £2 charge for vehicles.   Opening Times: Year round daylight opening; car park from...
Thrift Farm - Whaddon
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Thrift Farm - Whaddon
At Thrift Farm there is so much for you to see and do! Spread over a 52 acre working farm our attractions include the Farm Park, Café and Gift Shop. Thrift Farm offers work-based support to clients with learning disabilities and mental health issues, who work across all areas of the farm to build their skills and independence. Our highly...
Ashridge Estate
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Ashridge Estate
Vast swathe of beautiful woodlands and chalk downland at the north end of the Chiltern Hills. Don't miss Super panoramas from Ivinghoe Beacon and the Duke of Bridgewater Monument Great network of footpaths and bridleways to explore, including easy access trails Rich variety of wildlife to spot, like red kite and fallow deer Ancient...
Woburn Abbey and Gardens
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Woburn Abbey and Gardens
For an amazing family day out, go on a safari drive adventure in the heart of Bedfordshire! Come to Woburn Safari Park and meet the wildlife roaming in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland. Enjoy a full day of family fun for one low ticket price. Park for free in the leisure area and walk through our animal encounters, where you'll see...
GO APE Woburn Safari Park - Bedfordshire
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GO APE Woburn Safari Park - Bedfordshire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK.  The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
Woburn Safari Park
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Woburn Safari Park
Head off on your own Safari adventure Woburn Safari Park offers the chance to visit the animals of the wild plains, jungles and savannahs of Africa, without leaving the country! Head off on an adventure on the Road Safari to see endangered and exotic animals, including beautiful tigers, lions, rhino, giraffes, monkeys and many ...
Dunstable Downs - Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate
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Dunstable Downs - Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate
Acres of space to enjoy with fabulous views over the Vale of Aylesbury and along the Chiltern Ridge. Dunstable Downs is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a kite-flying hotspot. Chalk grassland, rich in wildlife, provides prime walking country – spot the gliders soaring over the glorious landscape!. Note : Chilterns...
Chilterns Gateway Centre
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Chilterns Gateway Centre
With a stunning view and a warm and welcoming café to come back to, Dunstable Downs and the surrounding area is perfect for walking. We've a wide range of downloadable walks from 2 miles to over 6! Explore the countryside and find out more about our wildlife and history. Admission: No admission fee!   Opening Times: Open...
Activity Land - Milton Keynes
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Activity Land - Milton Keynes
All-year indoor & outdoor activity centre, 25' rock-climbing wall, Driving school, Tractors & diggers, Multi-level play frame, Woodland trail, Dinosaur dig, Gold-panning, Toddler area, Shop. Restaurant, Party packages Come rain or shine, our venues are bursting with fun.What will you do first? ...
The Rye
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The Rye
The Rye is slap in the centre of High Wycombe, just a short walk from the High Street so a great trade off for behaviour whilst shopping! The park covers an area of more than 22 hectares (53 acres) and is the second largest park in the district, so even in high summer there’s room for you and yours! There is a children's playground in the...
Si5 Spymissions - Milton Keynes
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Si5 Spymissions - Milton Keynes
SpyMissions is a series of puzzles and challenges set aboard the battle cruiser UNS Steadfast It has a brilliant storyline which brings it to life, from covertly boarding the vessel to the adrenaline-fuelled escape! making it the most exciting experience you will ever have Spy Masters is team building experience playing as a spy or...
The Tawny Owl
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The Tawny Owl
The pub's large beer garden with benches is an ideal place to soak up the summer sunshine.
Stowe Landscape Gardens
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Stowe Landscape Gardens
Stowe Landscape Gardens offer great children's activity packs, full of ideas to discover wildlife and nature in the gardens and help keep their interest going.  One of the most remarkable creations of Georgian England, Stowe was created by a family once so powerful they were richer than the king!  Since the National Trust acquired the...
The Fancott
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The Fancott
The Fancott is a traditional family pub located near Toddington, Bedfordshire. A warm welcome awaits you and your guests at The Fancott, where food is available all day, everyday. We have a beautiful large garden, great play equipment for the kids and our famous Mini Railway!
Airkix
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Airkix
It's flying! Imagine a wind tunnel that could be used for testing the aerodynamics of an F1 racing car, turn it upright, step into the airflow and you are skydiving. It's a proven concept operating in several countries to the benefit of the skydiving community and anyone else who wishes to taste the thrill of freefall in a completely safe...
Xscape Milton Keynes
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Xscape Milton Keynes
Where else can you find the country’s biggest indoor REAL snow slopes, Europe’s first purpose-built body flying tunnel! , rock climbing walls, bowling, multiplex cinema, gym and fitness centre, numerous bars and restaurants and  urban retail outlets all under 1 roof? Plus – with free family entertainment every school...
Willen Lake and Park
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Willen Lake and Park
More than 1 million people visit the buzzing shores of Willen Lake each year, with a huge variety of activities and leisure facilities there really is something for everyone. One hundred acres of water encircled by eighty acres of stunning landscaped grounds, beautifully maintained by the Parks Trust, with mile after mile of cycle ways and dozens...
Big Rock Climbing Centre
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Big Rock Climbing Centre
Big Rock Climbing Centre offers a fantastic variety of indoor climbing from 11m high climbs requiring the use of safety ropes and harnesses, to low level bouldering climbs attempted above deep foam matting. You'll find hundreds of different colour coded climbs to attempt from really easy challenges designed to offer manageable climbing for...
The XC
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The XC
XC boasts an impressive skate park, a 14m climbing wall, one of the world's largest organic indoor caving systems, bouldering and a challenging high ropes course. XC Facility is open 10am – 10pm  /  7 days a week
The Broughton
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The Broughton
Set in a quiet area of the countryside the pub has 2½ acres of grounds with a lovely beer garden and outdoor play area to keep the younger family members amused.
Godwins Ice Cream Farm - Bicester
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Godwins Ice Cream Farm - Bicester
Godwins Ice Cream Farm local produce is used to make delicious Ice Cream! A selection of 22 different flavoured ice creams & sorbet can be enjoyed in our cafe together with a selection of freshly baked baguettes, paninis, sandwiches & cakes too. A range of coffee, tea & cold drinks are available. ...
Stockwood Discovery Centre
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Stockwood Discovery Centre
The Centre is designed with environmentally green and sustainable principles in mind. It tells the stories of real people behind the collections, exploring the history of the region from prehistoric times to the evolution of Stockwood House and the Farley estate. The display collections include: ...
Rock Solid Climbing Wall - Oxford
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Rock Solid Climbing Wall - Oxford
Oxfordshire's premier climbing wall, open to all students, staff and community climbers - it's for everyone!   Opening Times Mon: Fri: 7.00am -11.00pm Sat - Sun: 9.00am -10.00pm Parking Daytime: School minibuses only at Centre for Sport, via Cheney Lane Weekdays from 4pm / Weekends: Headington Hill Hall, London Road, Headington. ...
Odds Farm Park - High Wycombe
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Odds Farm Park - High Wycombe
Guaranteed to give you the Ahhhh factor, there's stacks of animal fun and indoor play at award winning children’s farm Odds Farm Park. Meet the farmers and get extra close to the animals in the Hands On Area, open all day and with extra hand-washing facilities too!  Stroke bunnies, hand feed goats and sheep, meet cheeky pigs and more. ...
 Here you will find a combined list of outdoor pursuits play and nature and anything related to the great outdoors by city, catering for you, your child, and your family. This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park We provide information on outdoor pursuits by county, city or by activity. Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor play areas and anything related to outside play by county. This could include rope bridges, climbing frames and pools in Buckinghamshire.