9 Budget-friendly Things to do in Scunthorpe That You Shouldn't Miss

February 16, 2022 Randal Brittian

Scunthorpe /ˈskʌnθɔːrp/ is a town in Lincolnshire, England. It is the administrative centre of the North Lincolnshire unitary authority, and had an estimated total resident population of 65,163 according to the 2011 census. A predominantly industrial town, Scunthorpe, the United Kingdom's largest steel processing centre, is also known as the "Industrial Garden Town". It is the third largest settlement in Lincolnshire, after Lincoln and Grimsby. The Member of Parliament for Scunthorpe is Nic Dakin (Labour).
Restaurants in Scunthorpe

1. Play Avenue

Kirton Road, Messingham, Scunthorpe DN17 3RD England +44 1724 761686 [email protected] http://www.playavenue.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 58 reviews

Play Avenue

Within our safe and secure purpose-built play area, little ones can try their hand at a whole host of ‘grown up’ jobs. From vet to builder, hair stylist to police person, they are free to explore while you kick back with a coffee in our cafe. Each area is kitted out with realistic and age appropriate props to give Play Avenue a ‘grown up’ feel.

Reviewed By Redders253 - Lincoln, United Kingdom

Visited for the first time today with family and grandkids. Easy to find via sat nav and ample parking. Booked in on line which was easy to follow with clear instructions. Prices very competitive. On arrival clear and concise brief given at the door and greeted with a smile. Practical measure in place to keep everyone safe for COVID-19. Venue is well laid out, bright and welcoming and the 90 minute play time was just about right for our grandkids ages 2 to 5. Plenty for the children to dress up in and play with, all in great condition and clean. The Staff were brilliant and table service is in operation for drinks and food and card payments is the preferred method. As we were leaving the team were busy cleaning and setting up for the next session. Will definitely visit again as the grant are already asking when they can go again.

2. North Lincolnshire Museum

Oswald Road, Scunthorpe DN15 7BD England +44 1724 843533 [email protected] http://www.northlincs.gov.uk/tourism-museums-and-the-arts/north-lincolnshire-museum/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 133 reviews

North Lincolnshire Museum

North Lincolnshire Museum offers great day out for all the family. Featuring a range of permanent galleries and a changing exhibition gallery, the Museum offers a history experience for all the family. You can explore through a range of award winning collections and interactive displays.

Reviewed By anthonymU734CO

i was pleasantly surprised and quite excited when i visited this museum.From the out side you do not expect to see the vast array of things insides as what you do see.Dating back 100 plus years every thing in here is an eye opener not only that its FREE to look round and explore when i first visited i thought oh quick ten minutes to look round and pass the time away.Well it took me well over an hour browsing t my leisure before i had finished looking round this museum well worth a visit even if you need to pass an hour or more away.

3. 20-21 Visual Arts Centre

St. Johns Church Church Square, Scunthorpe DN15 6TB England +44 1724 297070 [email protected] http://www.2021visualartscentre.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

20-21 Visual Arts Centre

North Lincolnshire's leading venue for the contemporary visual arts, offering a range of creative exhibitions, activities and events. Cafe and gift shop on site.

Reviewed By Gunness - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Great place for lunch with a varied menu. Free entry too.. Often have a range of exhibitions, sometimes interactive which is fun with kids. Theres a small shop selling local artisan work, but keep a check on whats happening and there have been some exciting displays in the past, inc. Grayson Perry's tapestries and more lately an interactive Lego exhibition

4. Wacky Warehouse - Scunthorpe

Doncaster Road Old Farmhouse, Scunthorpe DN15 8TE England +44 1724 276376 [email protected] http://www.wackywarehouse.co.uk/old-farmhouse/home
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

Wacky Warehouse - Scunthorpe

Wacky Warehouse at the Old Farmhouse, whether you are looking to Book a Birthday Party, Purchase a Membership Card, meet up with friends, get messy with your kids during our Arts and Craft sessions, pop in for Tots Club or simply relax with a coffee and magazine whilst your child plays, Wacky is the perfect venue for you!

Reviewed By 558russh - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Excellent team of staff here, really work hard to get all the kids involved, great costumes and activities and always on hand to help.

5. Messingham Zoo

Butterwick Road, Messingham, Scunthorpe DN17 3PN England +44 7906 023147 https://www.facebook.com/messinghamzoo/
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Messingham Zoo

Reviewed By Armegatron - Greatham, United Kingdom

Had a brilliant trip to Messingham Zoo while passing through Scunthorpe on a return trip to the North. The prices for admission, gifts, and the cafe were very reasonable and the staff were more than happy to offer a guided tour, allowing my children 5yr, 3yr and 1yr to stroke many of the animals and ask tons of questions. The zoo is tidy and clean with handwashing available after handling animals. And most importantly the animals have loads of room and are in great condition showing they are genuinely looked after. A brilliant attraction for the area and count myself lucky to have found this gem and have a visit :) Thank you Messingham Zoo!

6. Normanby Hall Country Park

Normanby, Scunthorpe DN15 9HU England +44 1724 720588 [email protected] http://www.normanbyhall.co.uk/
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4.0 based on 423 reviews

Normanby Hall Country Park

Reviewed By Yorks_lass81 - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom

I recently purchased an annual pass for £20 which includes free car parking each time. Overall this is excellent value and we are already on our third visit. We really lovely the Hall and Park and my young child has lots of different activities - two parks, splash pad, kids room with a fab dolls house in the Hall, craft and role play in the museum and our surprise at finding the play house in the woods. The land train was good value at £1 am adult and the volunteers mini steam trains at 20p each was a bargain! Snack items and coffees are fairly expensive but I'm glad to see the main cafe is undergoing a refurbishment from this week. Overall we love coming here and all the staff are really friendly and helpful.

7. Ashby Ville Nature Reserve

Mortal Ash Hill, Scunthorpe DN16 3WR England https://www.northlincs.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/local-nature-reserves/
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4.0 based on 38 reviews

Ashby Ville Nature Reserve

Reviewed By samanthaa962

Beautiful little gem perfect for all ages spacious car park remember to take a bucket and spade! Nice Morrisons cafe nearby. Will definitely revisit

8. Julian's Bower

Alkborough, Scunthorpe DN15 9JN England http://www.stone-circles.org.uk/stone/juliansbower.htm
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4.0 based on 35 reviews

Julian's Bower

9. The Priory

Ashby Road, Scunthorpe DN16 2AB England +44 1724 270077 http://www.gkflamegrill.co.uk/locations/priory-scunthorpe
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3.5 based on 97 reviews

The Priory

Reviewed By Emski101

Came to Priory for a meal with my family and was greeted straight away by Megan who seated us and made us feel welcome. She took our drinks order and brought them over with barely any waiting time. We ordered food by using table service with Megan and although our requirements were quite picky nothing was too much trouble and she catered to everything we needed. Food came out fairly quick and was hot and tasted good and Megan came back to see if everything was okay with our meals and although we asked for more sauces etc nothing was too much trouble and she made our visit amazing. Brilliant and cheerful service, would definitely recommend.

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