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Family Friendly Holidays in South East England

Learn to kite surf. Explore a medieval castle. Have a picnic in a deer park. Get up close and personal with lions and gorillas. Take the thrill ride of your life. Climb aboard a steam train and the list goes on. For UK family holidays, you are spoilt for choice with the South East. Take a look at this selection of family-friendly places to go, and be inspired!

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ChathamDon't take our word for it, find out about the South East from the point of view of real families. Take a peek at their pictures, watch their videos and read their journals to find out how they got on at some of the most popular attractions and destinations in the South East. From the thrills and spills of Harbour Park in Littlehampton to the fantastical Bodiam Castle in East Sussex - these families threw themselves into everything their chosen venue had to offer.Discover real family experiences and enter to win

Fun for families

Roald Dahl MuseumFun days out for the family are all about a great shared experience that entertains the adults as well as the kids. No easy feat, but the South East does just that. Here are some ideas for starters: Family days in the South East

Family days out

PortsmouthFrom leisure centres to family-friendly museums, and theme parks to warships and castles - there's plenty to entertain you and the kids on a day out in the South East. Find out more about Family days out

Family destinations

Bodiam CastleIf you go down to the woods today - or the beach, or the river, you'll never believe your eyes! With so many destinations the South East is perfect for families of all ages. Find out more about Family holiday destinations

Family friendly places to stay

Shorefield HolidaysEvery parent wants to know that the hotel or B&B that they've booked for a family trip is suitable for the children as well as the adults. Here are some of the hotels in the South East that welcome families of all ages. Find out more about Family accommodation in the South East

Destination Milton Keynes

Milton Kenyes Milton Keynes is the ideal family-friendly town. Discover hidden heritage sites, indulge in cutting-edge art forms, put on some skis or simply relax the great outdoors. Find out more about Milton Keynes
Visit the Milton Keynes website

Kent

KentBring the family to Kent, it's always been a favourite destination. Paddle and play on classic, sandy beaches, go wild in exciting animal parks, meet knights at enchanting castles. Find out more about family days out in Kent
Visit the Kent website

Woburn Abbey and Safari Park

WoburnThere's so much fun to be had at Woburn near Milton Keynes, you won't know where to start. The Safari Park's 350 acres are teeming with rare and exotic wildlife that you normally only see on TV. Find out more about Woburn
Visit the Woburn Abbey and Safari Park website

Useful websites

KentMilton KeynesWoburn
AscotBuckinghamshireIsle of Wight
LegolandNational TrustPortsmouth
River ThamesSussex by the SeaWightlink
Harbour ParkLittlehampton