Thursdays - Family Fun
10.00am Visit the Parks
The city boasts a variety of beautiful park areas. Why not go for a
picnic or a stroll in Brooke Park in the city centre or try the new play
area at St Columb’s Park in the Waterside area of the city? Visit
the Tourist Office for more information on the parks.
11.00pm Make a splash at Lisnagelvin!
Visit Lisnagelvin Leisure Centre and enjoy the superb leisure pool with
water based children’s adventure play area and real waves! There’s
much more on offer to keep grown-ups happy too!
Price: Adults £2.55 Child £1.95
T: (028) 71347695
12.00pm Lunch
Take time out to satisfy your appetite by sampling the local cuisine at one of the city’s many pubs, restaurants and cafes.
1.00pm Visit the Armada Exhibition at the Tower Museum
Visit and explore the fun interactive Spanish Armada Exhibition at the Tower Museum
Admission: Adult £4 Child/Concession £2.50/
Family £9 (2 adults & 3 children)
2.00pm Mock Archaeological Dig
Become an archaeologist at the Tower Museum this summer and take
part in a mock archaeological dig. Takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday at 2pm. (no extra cost to museum admission)
Admission:
Adult £4 Child/Concession £2.50/ Family £9 (2 adults & 3 children)
2.00pm Summer Activities at the Central Library
A fun-filled hour of storytelling, quizzes, craft sessions and much
more. Suitable for children aged between 4 – 12 years.
Admission: Free.
T: (028) 7127 2300 for further information.
3.00pm Visit Foyle Valley Railway Museum
This museum is a must see for all families this summer. There is
a children’s play area as well as the chance to have a look at the
trains on display.
Admission: Free.
T: (028) 71265234
4.00pm Pedal Boating at Creggan Country Park
Take a relaxing pedal boat trip in beautiful surroundings, only 5
minutes drive from the City Centre. Suitable for all ages. Advance
booking recommended. Other outdoor activities available
Price: £12 per boat (each boat holds 3 people).
Duration: 1 hour
T: (028) 71363133
7.30pm Greyhound Racing
Call into the Brandywell stadium and enjoy ‘a bit of craic at the dogs’.
Admission: Adults £5, Children Free.
T: (028) 71265461
There are many more fun activities on offer for the whole family
including Oakfire paintballing, the Brunswick Superbowl and Pony
Trekking at Barrontop Fun Farm. For more information please visit
The Tourist Information Centre.