Brewers Quay
Hope Square
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 8TR
United Kingdom

Tel: 01305 777622

Brewers Quay is a former Victorian brewery turned visitor destination. It contains a host of craft and gift shops, children’s entertainment, and three separate attractions. Discovery is an interactive science and gadget area, while Timewalk is journey through the history of Bournemouth, guided by the brewery cat. Finally, Weymouth Museum offers a more traditional heritage experience.

Maggie's Beach Donkeys
Weymouth Beach
Weymouth
Dorset
United Kingdom

There is perhaps nothing more nostalgic than the idea of donkey rides on the beach, and Maggie’s Donkeys are a staple of Weymouth Beach. They can be seen throughout the summer season, giving children rides up and down the seafront. They are also available for hire for special events and occasions.

Nothe Fort
Barrack Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 8UF
United Kingdom

Tel: 01305 766626

Nothe Fort, on the coast of Weymouth, was built in the 19th century to defend the area and was later used by the navy during World War II. Now a museum and local visitor attraction, Nothe Fort offers great vistas of the Jurassic coast, as well as a host of tunnels and historic exhibitions to explore. Children will be entertained by the ‘mouse-hunt’ contained within the displays, and the fort is also rumoured to be haunted.

Sea Life Weymouth
Lodmoor Country Park
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 7SX
United Kingdom

Tel: 0871 4232110

Weymouth’s Sea Life centre is the largest UK example of its kind. It contains hundreds of aquatic bird, mammal and fish species, as well as some fairly unusual animals. There is a walkthrough tunnel so visitors can see the turtles and sharks swimming gracefully around them. There are also interactive experiences, a log flume ride and an on site café.