10 Things to do Good for Kids in Cirencester That You Shouldn't Miss

November 21, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Cirencester (/ˈsaɪrənsɛstər/ ( listen), occasionally /ˈsɪstər/ ( listen); see below for more variations) is a market town in east Gloucestershire, England, 93 miles (150 km) west northwest of London. Cirencester lies on the River Churn, a tributary of the River Thames, and is the largest town in the Cotswold District. It is the home of the Royal Agricultural University, the oldest agricultural college in the English-speaking world, founded in 1840. The town's Corinium Museum is well known for its extensive Roman collection. The Roman name for the town was Corinium, which is thought to have been associated with the ancient British tribe of the Dobunni, having the same root word as the River Churn. The earliest known reference to the town was by Ptolemy in AD 150.
Restaurants in Cirencester

1. Pick a Pot

Stableyard Backjack Street, Cirencester GL7 2AA England +44 1285 650405 http://www.pickapot.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Pick a Pot

A fun and low cost activity for all the family. Open Tuesday - Sunday. Also open on Monday's at peak times. Tel number 01285 650405. Find us in Blackjack St, Cirencester GL7 5UX, behind Jesse Smith the butcher's.

2. Cotswold Tours & Executive Travel

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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Cotswold Tours & Executive Travel

I organise guided tours of the Cotswolds using a smart people carrier . The landscape of the Cotswolds has contributed significantly to the villages and settlements over the centuries. The pace of life is gentle and people have the time for visitors.

3. Cotswold eBikes

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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Cotswold eBikes

Cotswold eBikes provide electric bike rental and tours from our base in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. We have a fleet of 2019 Scott electric bikes, they have a powerful motor and 'pedal assist' and are perfect for navigating the undulating country lanes of the Cotswolds quietly and comfortably. Whether you'd like a guide or just a map to explore at your own pace, we can get you on your way.

4. Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool

Cecily Hill, Cirencester GL7 2EF England +44 1285 653947 http://www.cirenopenair.co.uk/
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Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool

Reviewed By donnacS6255OP

Definitely make time to go to this pool, well worth it! Sat nav directs you to the entrance of a park, park in front of the castle where you'll have all day, the other side is limited to 2 hours, both free though, there is parking a little further away for town centre but you have to pay. A little hard to find, we had to ask someone, if you walk away from the park area and turn left there is 1 sign! Once you get in there its amazing; limited seats so get there early If you know it's going to be a hot day, we left the pool at about 11:20 and it was starting to get heaving then. Swimming goggles, ice creams and drinks all available, reasonably priced, books/ costumes to hire at a low donating, lockers £1 refundable. You can use your card to buy things and pay entrance fee which is under £15 for a family of 4. Slide available to use after 11am, really good life guards keeping control of any unruly behaviour. Toddler/ baby pool. Shaded/ covered in areas for sun shade or rain.

5. Corinium Museum

Park Street, Cirencester GL7 2BX England +44 1285 655611 [email protected] http://coriniummuseum.org
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4.5 based on 785 reviews

Corinium Museum

The Corinium Museum is located at the heart of Cirencester the 'Capital of the Cotswolds'. Its principal collection consists of the highly significant finds from the Roman town of Corinium. However the museum today is much more than that, taking the visitor on a journey through time and charting the development of the Cotswolds from its prehistoric landscape to the modern day. The light and modern galleries offer the visitor an exceptional interactive experience. The museum is renowned for its learning provision, with an education centre and temporary exhibition space that ensure a vibrant, changing programme of events and activities for everyone to enjoy.

Reviewed By 752spikec - Stamford, United Kingdom

An absolute must I you’re visiting the town A real in depth look at the history of Cirencester and lots of mosaic floors to see Many finds from burial sites including some high status jewellery Worth every penny

6. Rugrats and Half Pints Cirencester

Unit a Meadow Road, Cirencester GL7 1YA England +44 1285 885570 [email protected] http://www.rugratsandhalfpints.com/cirencester.htm
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4.5 based on 82 reviews

Rugrats and Half Pints Cirencester

Reviewed By MrsEtheridge

We have just visited since reopening due to Covid. Booking process easy. Temperature taken on arrival before entering the building, very easy to socially distance due to reduced capacity and plenty of tables to choose from. Hand sanitizer available on entrance and at the entrance to all play areas. Children seen using the hand sanitizer regularly. The play areas were clean and you can see that clear effort has been made. Sanitising wipes available for the baby changing units so you could clean before changing your little ones. We used the cafe, food hot and fresh and easy to order. The play areas are excellent, separate areas depending an age/ability, trampoline area, and go kart area by far the best soft play we have been too and a lot fun had by our little one!!

7. Abbey Home Farm

Abbey Home Farm Burford Road, Cirencester GL7 5HF England +44 1285 640441 http://www.theorganicfarmshop.co.uk/
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Abbey Home Farm

Reviewed By RoryAtkins - Tewkesbury, United Kingdom

We love this place and have been coming here for decades. Open gallery kitchen serving I think Tuesday to Sunday daytime only meals (at same time as the shop is open). Very warm and cosy relaxed chilled atmosphere. Wonderful salads and vegetarian options. Highly recommended.

8. The Barn Theatre

Barn Theatre 3 Beeches Road, Cirencester GL7 1BN England +44 1285 648255 [email protected] http://www.barntheatre.org.uk
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4.5 based on 68 reviews

The Barn Theatre

The Barn Theatre is a 200 seat theatre launching late 2017 in Cirencester. Aiming to become a major producing house, it hopes to attract the best UK talent.

Reviewed By jimwY5937HE - Prestatyn, United Kingdom

An amazing interpretation of this Charles Dickens classic. The creative team have outdone themselves with this version. The Cast were perfect, they wove an intriguing tale of Christmas past, present and future. The Stage Management Team ensuring everything ran perfectly to plan it was just magic in motion. Thank you, one and all. A fabulous night out in a great venue. Another hit for the Barn Theatre.

9. Go-By-Cycle

Tall Trees Water Lane, Somerford Keynes, Cirencester GL7 6DS England +44 1285 862152 [email protected] http://www.go-by-cycle.co.uk
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Go-By-Cycle

Go-By-Cycle is a Bicycle sales,hire and repairs centre with camping site facilities. We are also known as Cotswold Lakes Camping and are a Certificated Camping Site with the Camping and Caravanning club.

Reviewed By jophilly

We hired some bikes for us and our kids. The owners are helpful and knowledgeable about the local area.

10. Cirencester Abbey Grounds

Dollar Street, Cirencester England http://www.cirencester.com/cirencester_attractions.asp
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Cirencester Abbey Grounds

Reviewed By 923Dan - Swindon, United Kingdom

Lovely country park in Cirencester, complete with bandstand, small lake, children's play area and the only remains of exposed Roman Wall ruins in Cirencester - well worth exploring if you are in the area. Well maintained park with everything to enjoy a sunny if bitterly cold spring day!

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