Things to do in Rugby for families


Rugby offers numerous family-oriented activities suitable for children of all ages. Parents with teenagers or younger children will discover a variety of things to do throughout the town. Find fun, family-friendly activities, visit indoor attractions and check out the tastiest child-friendly restaurants—all conveniently located in Rugby town centre.

Cosmic Golf

Ten Pin Bowling

Indoor Play

Places to take the family in Rugby town centre


Strikes Bar is a fun and independent bar and bowling alley, offering 10-pin bowling, cosmic golf, and shuffleboards,  with a licensed bar. 

Yum Yum World is a sweet shop and soft play area, offering an indoor bouncy castle arena alongside top-quality branded sweets at discount prices.

Adventure Zone is a fun, family-run soft play centre, providing unforgettable play experiences and birthday parties for children aged 0-12 years.

Kids (and the kid in you) will love this. Enjoy unlimited access to arcade machines plus an extensive choice of waffles, sundaes, milkshakes, and more.

Places for families to eat in Rugby

What’s on in Rugby

Family-friendly Rugby


With interactive exhibits, local art and educational programs, Rugby Museum is a fulfilling, free experience for families, students and those who love to learn.

Go swimming with kids at the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Centre in Rugby, featuring a 25m swimming pool, Or why not have a go on the climbing wall.

Discover Rugby's parks and open spaces. From relaxing walks to fun on the children’s play areas or nature walks on the historic Great Central railway line.

Each year, the town centre hosts a series of free-to-attend events designed with families in mind—a chance to come into town and enjoy a great day out.