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Tennis
Where: Blunsdon Fitness+
About: If you’ve never played tennis before, don’t be afraid to start. Tennis is fun, energetic, and great way of keeping fit with family and friends. Blunsdon Fitness+ is home to a professional standard outdoor tennis court compete with stunning views over the rolling Cotswold hills. With pay as you go tennis at £5 per hour, it's perfect for a game with friends on a summer’s evening.
Address: Blunsdon House Hotel, The Ridge, Blunsdon, Swindon SN26 7AS
Telephone: 01793 720640
Golf
Where: Wrag Barn Golf Club
About: Enjoy your daily dose of fresh air and sunshine with a round of golf at Wrag Barn Golf Club. The club boasts an 18 hole golf course, 6 hole academy course, 11 bay driving range and pro shop. The courses are great for all ages and is the perfect day out.
Address: Shrivenham Road, Highworth, Swindon, Wiltshire SN6 7QQ
Telephone: 01793 861327
Water Sports
Where: South Cerney Outdoor
About: Make a splash this summer at South Cerney Outdoor. Combine fun, fitness and watersports for a day of entertainment on the lakes. Pay & Play activities include Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Sailing Windsurfing and Powerboating. All Pay & Play activities require a one-off induction of 30mins to 1 hour to ensure you're safe, and know how to operate the equipment.
Address: Lake 12, Spine Road, GL7 5TL
Telephone: 01285 860388
Ice Cream
Where: Rays Ice Cream
About: Family-run Rays Ice Cream make all of their own ice cream in Swindon and sell it in their two shops in Old Town, Swindon and in Royal Wootton Bassett, perfect for stopping off and cooling down. As well as delightful ice cream, Rays Ice Cream also serves up dairy free sorbets, low fat frozen yogurts, home made Belgian waffles, thick milk shakes, freshly ground coffee, ice cream cakes and cheesecakes.
Address: 63 Devizes Rd, Old Town, Swindon, SN1 4BD / 2 Potters Walk, 134 High St, Royal Wootton Bassett, SN4 7AY
Telephone: 07590 669302
Fun Train Journey
Where: Swindon & Cricklade Railway
About: Visit Wiltshire's only Standard Gauge Heritage Railway, travel on the brilliant train to see the beautiful and picturesque Wiltshire Countryside. Once you've experienced the train ride and explored the museum, you can then enjoy their lovely picnic area!
Address: Tadpole Lane, Blunsdon, Swindon, SN25 2DA
Telephone: 01793 771615
Golfing
Where: The Wiltshire
About: When there are bright blue skies and the sun is glistening you certainly have to make the most of it! So why not visit The Wiltshire's fantastic 18-hole lake golf course where you can feel the heat whilst having a little challenge. It's a true test of golfing ability for all levels and is the perfect activity when the weather is shining.
Address: Vastern Wharf, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 7PB
Telephone: 01793 849999
Visit a Farm
Where: Roves Farm
About: Visiting a working farm is not only a wonderful family day out, but it's an educational and entertaining trip for children and adults alike. From special seasonal events to family friendly activities, there's always plenty going on at Roves Farm. During your trip, you'll meet and feed the animals, take part in arts and crafts, climb on the Adventure Play and tour the farm on a tractor.
Address: Sevenhampton, Swindon, SN6 7QG
Telephone: 01793 763939
Go to the Park
Where: Lydiard Park
About: What better way to make use of Swindon’s greenery than a game of frisbee and a Mr Whippy? Lydiard Park is sure to be a hit with the whole family and it won't cost you a thing.
Address: Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon, SN5 3PA
Telephone: 01793 466664
Lotmead Farm
Where: Lotmead Farm
About: Make the most of a great opportunity to explore the farm on a beautiful sunny day. Enjoy all the activities that Lotmead provides including the Small Animal Enclosure, Nature Trail, Dairy Farm and Milking Parlour, Climbing Frames, Farm Shop and fresh pick your own strawberries, fruit and vegetables. Not to mention the summer long events and lots more besides!
Address: Lotmead Farm, Wanborough, Swindon SN4 0SN
Telephone: 01793 790137