Are you planning a post Christmas trip to East Devon or Ottery St Mary this year? Need some ideas to help keep the toddlers entertained?  Here are our suggestions for things to do with toddlers and younger kids in Ottery St Mary and the surrounding areas. 

Wildwood Escot

One of the leading attractions in the area, Wildwood Escot is a great place for kids that love animals and adventure as it has a wonderful mix of the two! 

Visit a museum

Many of the local museums feature fun activities and workshops to get the kids involved. 

Riverside Walks

Ottery St Mary has some lovely riverside walks, why not gather up the kids and create your own treasure hunt – you can see what plants, animals and birds you can find! 

Go otter spotting

Not only are the riverside walks good for getting out and enjoying nature, but you can also go for a walk to see if you can spot any of the resident otters and beavers that call the River Otter home! 

Explore the Jurassic Coast

Being so close to the coast, you can easily explore the Jurassic Coast from Ottery St Mary. The Jurassic Coast is always a fun place to visit, especially if you have dinosaur loving toddlers. 

Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

For a free day out, take a trip to nearby Sidmouth and visit the rescue donkeys at the sanctuary. 

Seaton Tramway

Another nearby attraction is Seaton Tramway, if you’re lucky, you can coincide your visit with one of their story tram activities. 

Seaton Wetlands

Looking for more free things to do where you can make your own adventure? Seaton Wetlands is a great option! They also host a variety of workshops and activities throughout the year for the kids. 

Want more suggestions of things to do? 

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Paint Your Own Pottery at Something Lovely

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Red Rock Outdoors (Exmouth Watersports)

Red Rock Outdoors (Exmouth Watersports)

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Sidmouth Golf Club

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The Beehive Honiton

The Beehive Honiton

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Workshops at Coastal Craft Collective

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

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