Oxford is not short of things to do, especially with the kids. If you have kids or are looking after the grandkids for a few hours in Oxford, check out some of these ideas!
At Home Instead Oxford we have often spent a lot of time trying to figure out things to do to keep the kids entertained. It’s hard to find things at the drop of the hat so we’ve spent some time doing the hard work for you and found some great things for you to do with the kids or grandkids in Oxford. From parks to activities we’ve got you covered, check these out:
Situated on Oxford’s Cornwallis Road Florence Park has a huge range of things you can do with the kids to keep them entertained for a couple of hours. Florence Park has fantastic kids play areas and climbing frames to burn off all of that energy if you have already taken part in the awesome Café and Ice Cream booth facilities too! It doesn’t stop there, if your kids are a bit older they won’t be left out either, there’s plenty of green spaces to play all sorts of games and even a Mini golf course and tennis courts!
https://www.oxford.gov.uk/directory_record/362/florence_park
One of the biggest parks in Oxford and very popular with families, young and old. Cutteslowe Park has a huge deal on offer there’s plenty to keep you occupied here and the kids will love it! With everything from football and basketball to table tenis and mini golf. There’s something that kids of all ages can enjoy at Cutteslowe Park. The grown ups are not left out too as there are some lovely, peaceful walks all around the park and you can finish off your day in the café with a tasty refreshment
https://www.oxford.gov.uk/directory_record/363/cutteslowe_and_sunnymead_park
Just 10 miles from Oxford City Centre Blenheim Palace is a must visit for all the family and is a stunning example of beautiful architecture. The birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill Blenheim Palace boasts a 2,000 achre estatewith formal Gardens, a Butterfly House, Minatare Train Ride and a Maze. Blenheim Palace is certainly one of those places that you can return to again and again as they host multiple different shows and events throughout the year so be sure to keep up to date with their calendar!
https://www.blenheimpalace.com/
There’s loads more on Offer in Oxford to keep the Kids occupied with parks, features, activities and more picking our top 3 was incredibly tough and there’s some more hidden gems to be found be sure to check back on our website soon for more content like this and be sure to check out our WOW Guide for where you can find local activities and events for Older people in the Oxford area.
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