Activities & Families
Activities & Families
Treat the family to a hassle-free island break close to home. You’ ll find all the ingredients for a holiday for all ages. If you wish to engage in much-loved outdoor pursuits or try out new activities, our featured islands have a tantalising choice.
Family-friendly attractions In Jersey don’ t miss Jump Jersey, an indoor activity centre with a trampoline park, climbing walls and soft play area; aMaizin! Adventure Park; Valley Adventure Centre and the world-famous Jersey Zoo, whose mission is to save species from extinction.
In Guernsey, the whole family will love Oatlands Village or can test their skills at Pirate Bay Adventure Golf.
On the Isle of Wight, check out Blackgang Chine Adventure Park; Robin Hill Adventure Park; or take a chairlift at The Needles.
In the Isle of Man visit Mooragh Park, Onchan Pleasure Park and Ape Mann Adventure Park.
In Shetland, get up close to nature at Sumburgh Head or at the Mousa RSPB Nature Reserve; or visit Scalloway Castle. In Orkney discover farm museums and quiet shores with basking seals plus Viking sites. In the Outer Hebrides, children are sure to be captivated by Callanish Alpacas.
Beach fun Discover various beaches, be it vast swathes of sands; some with shallow waters, and others with rolling waves.
Closer to home With minimal travel and no jet-lag, a holiday close to home is just what you and your family deserve. With child-friendly restaurants, hotels with family rooms and self-catering options to.
Take to the water Try your hand at windsurfing, explore by kayak, bodyboard or surf the waves, learn to sail or enrol on a diving course. During summer in Jersey visit St Brelade’ s Bay where Absolute Adventures offer an array of water activities. Similarly, Outdoor Guernsey offer numerous activities island-wide.
Stargazing & the Northern Lights Sark has been designated an International Dark Sky Community, so be sure to look up to the starry skies. In Scotland, you have a good chance of spying the Northern Lights, particularly in autumn and winter.
Wonderful walks Islands by their very nature are a paradise for exploring at your own pace, be it a slow stroll across the sands or a trek along the cliff top paths, there’ s a trail for everyone to blaze.
Wildlife watching On many of our featured islands, you can book trips out to sea in search of wildlife. Jersey Seafaris operate numerous tours by RIB boats; in the Isle of Man, birds and marine life are plentiful; in Shetland, seek out gannets and the coastlines of Lewis are a haven for wildlife including seals, whales, dolphins and more! H
Get on your bike Hire a bike and pedal along quiet cycle-friendly routes or established trails. When in Jersey, opt for an electric bike with EVieBike bookable via their downloadable app.
Play around If you love golf, there are courses on most islands plus other activities such as tennis, horse riding, archery, zip lining and more.
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