Summer Family Fun in Mid Devon

Summer Family Fun in Mid Devon – Attractions & Activities

Looking for a blend of outdoor exploration, historic days out, creative fun, and action-packed experiences? Here’s your ultimate guide to family-friendly attractions this summer in Mid Devon, complete with booking links and event highlights. Perfect for families planning an unforgettable holiday!

🌳 Gardens & Heritage Experiences

  • Knightshayes

    Knightshayes (National Trust) – Summer of Play (19 Jul–2 Sep) – family trails and garden fun included with admission
    Knightshayes Summer of Play details

  • Killerton (National Trust) – Summer of Play (29th Jul – 21st Aug) – action-packed games for all ages inculded with normal admission
    Killerton Summer of Play details

  • Fursdon House: Garden walks combined with summer family events—check local listings for workshops or tours.

🌲 Nature & Woodland Walks

  • horse drawn barge

    Tiverton Canal Co on Grand Western Canal

    Horse-drawn barge trips – Tiverton Canal Co. (Apr–Oct) – a leisurely trip down the canal or canoe and row boat hire.
    Reservations & Fares

  • Grand Western Canal Country Park – miles of tow-path to walk or cycle, themed play park, boating, wildlife trails. Look out for special events happening with the Ranger Service.
    Things to do at Grand Western Canal

  • Eggesford Forest – lovely family-friendly woodland with easy trails, picnic spots, and seasonal wildlife
    Eggesford Forest info

🎟️ Theme & Adventure Attractions

  • Diggerland Devon – Drive real diggers, go-karts, dodgems & more. Open all school holidays & weekends, fun for ages 4+

    Spindizzy at Diggerland Devon

    Diggerland Visitor Info

    Bear Town (Cullompton) – Imaginative indoor role-play in twelve themed areas; sessions run daily
    Come and Play at Bear Town     

  • Coldharbour Mill (Uffculme) – Enjoy living heritage with traditional power looms, craft workshops and Summer Steam Day (25 Aug) featuring steam engines in action.
    Coldharbour Events and Workshops
  • Devon Railway Centre – Step back in time with family-friendly steam train rides and interactive railway exhibits—an exciting day out for all ages.
    Railway Centre Times & Prices

🏛 Museums & Castles

  • Tiverton Museum

    Tiverton Museum – Dive into local history with interactive exhibits perfect for all ages. This summer, don’t miss A Country Summer running from 26 July to 30th August, featuring family-friendly workshops, craft activities, and special events that celebrate rural life in Devon.
    Tiverton Museum’s A Country Summer

  • Tiverton Castle – Explore the atmospheric ruins and beautifully maintained gardens, with a children’s play area including a table tennis table to keep the little ones entertained.
    Tiverton Castle info

  • Bampton Heritage & Visitor Centre – small, welcoming heritage gem offering local history exhibits, town walking trails, and family-friendly displays.
    Bampton Visitor info

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Indoor Activities

Happy Glaze Pottery

  • Happy Glaze Pottery – pottery painting workshops, bookable sessions
    Happy Glaze Pottery

  • Paint Pots of Devon – pottery painting plus a summer family trail to take part in around Crediton
    Paint Pots of Devon

  • Soft Play Centres – indoor fun across Mid Devon for toddlers and preschoolers
    Try Waie 2 Play or Planet Play.

🦅 Wildlife

Quince Honey Farm

Quince Honey Farm

  • Quince Honey Farm – explore bees, taste honey, and join interactive tours or shop.
    Visit Quince Honey Farm

  • Yarak Birds of Prey – engaging demonstrations with hawks and owls, ideal for curious little wildlife lovers
    Find out more about Yarak

  • Wildwood Devon – Explore 220 acres of native wildlife including wolves and bears, plus outdoor adventures like a zip line and a maze. Great for family days out with something for all ages.
    Step into the wildside

🏁 Active & Adventure Sports

Apex Race Centre

🎥 Family Screen Time

  • Tivoli Cinema (Tiverton): celebrating summer with family film screenings—ideal for a relaxed break from the sun.
    Check out film listings

Ready for Summer Adventures?

With so many fantastic family-friendly activities and attractions across Mid Devon, your summer holidays are sure to be packed with fun, discovery, and quality time together. Whether you’re exploring historic castles, enjoying hands-on creative workshops, or racing around adventure parks, there’s something for every age and interest.

Be sure to check booking details and opening times before you go, and don’t forget to share your Mid Devon holiday moments with us! Have an amazing summer!