Knowsley Safari

Knowsley’s five mile safari drive is the longest in the UK and home to everything from cheeky baboons to the magical lion pride. The drive takes around an hour to complete, but you can go around as many times as you like.

There’s also the Knowsley Foot Safari with walking trails through woodland and tiger enclosures, animal habitats, rides and amusements for every age and play areas and animal displays to keep your little ones entertained all day long.

Acorn Farm

Acorn Farm is an award-winning, family-friendly attraction in Kirkby, open 7 days a week. In addition to a wide range of animals Acorn Farm is also home to two outdoor play areas, a café, a woodland walk, plant sales centre and farm shop selling home-produced free-range meat, eggs and dairy milk ice cream as well as toys, souvenirs, sweets and drinks.

Space World

Located in Prescot this indoor play facility boasts a state-of-the-art playframe, electric space buggies, soft play toddler area and restaurant.

Monkey Town

Indoor play centre in Kirkby, designed for adventure, imagination and active play. Monkey Town is packed with climbing frames, thrilling slides, exciting play equipment and endless opportunities for fun. While little ones climb, slide, jump and explore in a safe, stimulating environment, parents can relax with great coffee, comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi.

Libraries

There are five libraries to choose from in Knowsley all providing a wide range of reading materials for all ages alongside special events, craft clubs and school holiday activities.

Shakespeare North Playhouse

The Shakespeare North Playhouse opened its doors to the public in 2022 as part of Knowsley’s celebrations as the Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture. In its first 2 years it welcomed more than a quarter of a million visitors and won more than 30 national awards.

At its heart is a 470 seat timber-framed Shakespearean theatre hosting a mix of performances. The Playhouse also boasts studio space, an outdoor performance garden – named after Sir Ken Dodd, an exhibition gallery, shop and café.

Many of the performances are specially created with families in mind so make sure you check out their latest what’s on guide.