Family Fun in Leicestershire
StayPlayExplore short breaks are a fabulous collection of great value, flexible and easy to book UK family holidays. Every break includes admission to 3 top attractions or experiences of your choice and an overnight stay in a family friendly hotel.
From just £149 our single night packages include bed and breakfast and tickets to 3 exceptional experiences, why not add extra nights for just £75 per night? All you need to do is to decide where you want to visit and when you want to arrive - it couldn't be easier.
Visit any three of these family fun activities
During the current situation all our attractions once they re-open may require pre-booking, see our Covid-19 page for full details.
Twinlakes
Family rides, attractions, birds and animals all set in 100 acres of glorious countryside.
Twycross Zoo
Meet over 500 animals from almost 150 species, including some of the most endangered on our planet.
Wheelgate Park
A great day out for all the family. Falconry, animal adventure + many rides & attractions
Conkers
Explore 120 acres of maturing woodland, the 450 metre sensual barefoot walk, the Conkerchoo train and woodside and lakeside trails.
Conkers - Hi / Li Ropes
This amazing aerial experience offers an awesome adventure built for you to conquer!
Stonehurst Family Farm
Stonehurst Farm is a traditional working family farm where you can meet and feed the friendly animals.
Swadlincote Snowsports Centre
Sno-tubes are large inflatable rings that can be spun and linked together as they slide down the hill. It’s safe, fast, furious & fun..
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Discover the incredible story of the king under the car park at the award-winning King Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester.
Bosworth Water Park
20 acres of water based fun including boating, fishing and windsurfing. Let the kids burn off some energy in the Pirate Adventure play area.
Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
Outdoor activity experiences designed to stimulate all members of the family.
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Re-live the famous turning point in British history, ending The Wars of the Roses.
Once you've told us which dates you wish to stay we'll show you your personalised selection of breaks that are available. The exact selection of experiences is dependent on the hotel which you choose. Many of our attractions don't need to be booked in advance, you can simply turn up on the day.
Here's your choice of family friendly quality hotels
Leicester Marriott
Great location off J21 of M1 with good leisure facilities.
Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa
Combining a perfect blend of historical character and contemporary design.
Additional child ticket available for this hotel (max 2 adults & 3 children).
Yew Lodge Hotel, Kegworth
Family friendly hotel with swimming pool and Marco's Restaurant on site.
Children up to the age of 12 years can be accommodated at this hotel.
Appleby Park Hotel
Ideally located for many of the Leicestershire StayPlayExplore family attractions.
Quorn Grange Hotel
Set in the rural location of Quorn in Leicestershire this hotel has 16 acres of land for families to enjoy wide open space.
Jurys Inn Hinckley Island Hotel
Family friendly hotel offering free parking, free Wi-Fi, excellent leisure facilities and great dining.
Additional child ticket available for this hotel (max 2 adults & 3 children).
Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston
Brand new family friendly hotel - each child gets a free goody bag in their bedroom.
Hilton Leicester
Just 3 miles from the city centre the Hilton is great for families. Currently serving 'breakfast in a box'. Restaurants and bars are closed.
Additional child ticket available for this hotel (max 2 adults & 3 children)
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*During Bank Holiday weekends this break costs an additional £10 per night.
Selected hotels can accommodate 3 children from an additional £27.50 (and £5 for each additional night booked), simply add the total number of children in your party (aged 3-16 years) to the booking form and your short break cost will be calculated. Additional nights can be bought at the time of making your booking for £75 including breakfast (£80 during Bank Holidays). Extra children under 3 years are free so you don't need to include these members of your family in your booking. However, please make a note on your booking form that you will be bringing an extra child under 3 years to alert the hotel.
