5 year olds
A Walk With Trees
Throughout history, the woodland landscape of England has been continually changing. As well as native trees, many varieties have been introduced from around the world. On this fascinating walk through our large woodland, Forest Rangers will teach you how to identify various trees and tell you about their history.
Adventure Golf
Merrie men, women and children wanted for adventure on our two 9-hole courses - Castle Hill and The Greenwoods. Avoid the obstacles as you head for the Castle and King's treasure chest where your ball will vanish forever!
Adventure Playground
Our Adventure Playground is the perfect place for children to burn off excess energy.
An Encounter With Owls
Up close, owls are even more beautiful and impressive. During this magical encounter, much loved by adults and children alike, you'll meet some of the world's most spectacular breeds then watch in awe as they fly gracefully and silently to the gloved fist of our professional handler.
Canopy Capers
Using a parachute canopy, bean bags and hoops, we play lots of entertaining games, in between learning new songs.
Children's Disco
Meet up with friends and enjoy dancing to the latest sounds.
Children's Entertainment
There'll be giggles, belly laughs, excitement and wonder as our fabulous children's entertainers take to the floor. Depending on the performer, the sessions may include games, songs, tricks, funny characters, dancing and general silliness. Everyone is encouraged to join in, and everyone will leave with a smile on their face.
Crickets (3 yrs - 5th Birthday) and Dragonflies (5 yrs - 7th Birthday)
Crickets and Dragonflies have hours of fun and get up to all sorts. We have a wide range of sessions to choose from.
Cyber Toonies
Discover the secrets of cartoon-making in our virtual zone. Once you've planned the action on a storyboard, our instructor will show you how to create your own animation on a PC with full production effects. The finished cartoon will be burned onto CD for you to watch at home on a PC.
Face Painting
Become a beautiful butterfly or a ferocious tiger! Using washable face paints, we'll capture active imaginations and transform little ones into colourful characters for the day.
Family Bird Watching Walk
Learn how to identify many of our feathered friends by sound as well as by sight as you take a bird's eye view of the forest with one of our Conservation Rangers.
Hair Braiding
Girls love to co-ordinate accessories and little trendsetters can have a super cool hair braid decorated with their choice of pretty coloured beads to match their favourite outfit.
Horse & Carridge Ride
To ride in the back of a horse-drawn carriage is a truly special experience - and it becomes even more memorable when you're travelling along the peaceful and leafy avenues of Center Parcs.
Junior Pony Rides - On Village
Our friendly ponies take small children for short rides in this gentlest encounter with animals.
Let's Paint
Time to roll up the sleeves and create some mini masterpieces using different painting techniques, including marble, sponge and finger painting.
Mini Beasts
This safari adventure starts in the forest where we go in search of unusual creepy crawlies hiding in the undergrowth and find out all about them. Back in the virtual zone, intrepid explorers can create their own mini beast on the PC, which we'll burn onto a CD to take home.
Mini Soccer Academy
It's never too early to start learning football skills. Our PFA resident coach introduces your little ones to the basics, building on co-ordination, technique and ball control. Each session consists of 30 minutes skills training and 30 minutes of games and prizes, finishing with an exciting penalty shoot out. At the end of the course, we'll award every player with a certificate.
Play Areas
There are a variety of exciting indoor play areas across the village.
Pony Rides
Our friendly ponies take small children for short rides in this gentlest of encounters with animals.
Rangers Ramble
An easy stroll around the village nature trails in the company of a Conservation ranger, who'll point out the forest's many secrets, from rare plants to what our squirrels eat for lunch.
Soft Play Areas
All our soft play areas are fully equipped for young children to enjoy whenever they like.
Teddy Bear's Picnic
Every bear that ever there was is gathering here! Bring your teddy and join in with songs and games then follow the Teddy Trail to our Teddy Bear's Picnic.
Tinies' Playtime
Our bright soft play equipment is a wonderful way for children to explore colours, textures and experiences, develop co-ordination and generally have a good time!
Tots' Tennis
Even weeny ones can pick up the basics of mini tennis. The shorter racquets and soft balls used are ideal for introducing children to the game and inspiring a life long passion for playing.
Treasure Trail
Fancy having a go on our Treasure Hunt? Come along to the Rangers' Lodge and get the first clue to lead you on a tour of the forest.
Tri Golf
For those young golf enthusiasts, learn how to hold a golf club and hit a ball through obstacles with your blow-up club.
Virtual Fashion
The face of fashion! Each designer has their picture taken on a digital camera, then you use computer software to create a funky design or turn yourself into an alien or popstar. We'll print your finished creation onto a t-shirt, so get ready to become a fashion icon!