Family Fun
The Suffolk Coast’s 50 miles of heritage coastline, spanning the Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape, makes a popular holiday destination for families.
Suffolk offers an abundance of award-winning, family-friendly attractions to discover, from animal parks and museums to traditional arcades and sports, ensuring there’s no shortage of ways to keep kids energised and entertained.
You’ll find some of our favourite family-friendly attractions below, but don’t forget to keep checking our holiday blog for more detailed recommendations on places to visit with all the family.
Pack your bags and get ready for a memorable family adventure!
Lowestoft
Adventure Island Play Park
The area’s largest indoor soft play centre, which caters to a range of ages, is open daily and boasts an onsite café, making it the perfect place for little ones to let off steam.
Telephone: 01502 447951
Email: info@adventureislandplaypark.co.uk
Address: 15-17 Pinbush Rd, Lowestoft NR33 7NL
Lowestoft
Africa Alive Zoological Reserve
The Suffolk Coast’s Africa Alive Zoological Reserve is a fabulous zoo attraction spanning 100 acres of land and is home to some of Africa’s most vulnerable species. Visitors can expect to see a variety of animals including lions, giraffes, meerkats, and lemurs during a family day out. Check out their seasonal events!
Telephone: 01953 887771
Email: info@zsea.org
Address: Whites Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF
Beccles
Beccles Lido
The Lido, an open-air swimming complex in the market town of Beccles, features three pools catering to a variety of age groups. Visitors can also enjoy a children’s play area and an onsite cafe. Whilst it’s possible to show up on the day, the Lido advises that you book a swim to guarantee a space!
Telephone: 01502 801891
Email: bookings@beccleslido.com
Address: Puddingmoor, Beccles NR34 9PL
Lowestoft
East Anglian Transport Museum
Step back in time at the East Anglia Transport Museum, where you can explore a variety of historic vehicles from the past century. Ride the tramway, gauge railway, and trolleybuses while learning about their fascinating histories. The museum often hosts seasonal events and occasional evening openings, making it a wonderful outing for the whole family.
Telephone: 01502 518459
Email: https://www.eatransportmuseum.co.uk/contact-us
Address: Chapel Road, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft NR33 8BL
Easton
Easton Farm Park
Easton Farm Park, one of Suffolk’s premier animal attractions, offers an array of engaging indoor and outdoor activities and family-friendly entertainment. Visitors can delight in petting small animals, take a pony ride, operate ride-on tractors, explore a spacious play park, and enjoy indoor play areas and an on-site café – making this wonderful destination a true haven for animal lovers.
Telephone: 01728 746475
Email: info@eastonfarmpark.co.uk
Address: Pound Corner, Easton IP13 0EQ
Hinton
High Lodge Activities
High Lodge offers a superb selection of outdoor activities, including clay shooting, archery, and fishing, making it an excellent event venue. Visitors can choose from a variety of activity packages, and the venue also accommodates group bookings for special occasions. Just off the A12 in Suffolk, High Lodge is easy to reach and promises a take of sporting fun.
Telephone: 01986 784347
Email: info@highlodge.co.uk
Address: High Lodge Leisure Ltd, Haw Wood, Hinton, Nr Darsham IP17 3QT
Dunwich
The National Trust at Dunwich Heath
Dunwich Heath and Beach is a beautiful landscape on the Suffolk coast, offering visitors a true sense of connection with nature. Explore a network of footpaths that wind through a variety of habitats, where you can discover an abundance of birds and wildlife. Dunwich Heath is a National Trust site which keeps its facilities open to the public year-round. Visitors can enjoy one-off events scheduled during school holidays and throughout the changing seasons.
Telephone: 01728 648501
Email: dunwichheath@nationaltrust.org.uk
Address: Coastguard Cottages, Minsmere Road, Dunwich IP17 3DJ
Leiston
Thorpeness Meare Boat Hire
At the heart of Thorpeness lies the enchanting Meare, a man-made lake inspired by J.M. Barrie’s children’s book Peter Pan. This wonderful centrepiece provides endless opportunities for family fun where you can hire rowing boats, canoes, sailboats, and punts to explore its tranquil waters.
Telephone: 01728 832523
Address: The Meare, Thorpeness, Leiston IP16 4NW
Southwold
Southwold Boating Lake & Tearoom
Just a stone’s throw from Southwold’s seafront, a quintessential boating lake and tearoom provide a delightful setting for family fun on the water. Enjoy watching visitors paddleboat around the lovely lake as you indulge in a classic cream tea. There’s also a 12 hole crazy golf course and a brand new takeaway salad and smoothie bar!
Telephone: 01502 218005
Email: hello@southwoldboatinglake.co.uk
Address: 71 North Road, Southwold IP18 6BH
Southwold
Southwold Maize Maze
Southwold Maize Maze offers a family-friendly adventure, with a variety of activities to enjoy. Navigate the winding mazes, bounce on the jumping pillows, climb the play frames, zip down the lines, and race around the go-kart track. The maze theme changes each summer, providing a new experience. After working up an appetite, refuel at the on-site cafe while taking in the views of the surrounding marshes.
Telephone: 01502 723091
Email: info@oldhallsouthwold.co.uk
Address: Old Hall Southwold, Halesworth Road, Reydon, Southwold IP18 6SG
Southwold
Southwold Pier
Southwold’s iconic Pier offers year-round family entertainment. Visitors can explore the traditional arcade, dine at the restaurant or cafe, and browse the gift shops. Southwold Pier also features a collection of quirky, satirical one-of-a-kind arcade machines created by engineer Tim Hunkin.
Telephone: 01502 722105
Email: admin@southwoldpier.co.uk
Address: Southwold Pier, North Parade, Southwold IP18 6BN
