Location: Loughborough
Top Things to do in Loughborough
Top 10 Fun Activities & Games in Loughborough, England
Loughborough (/ˈlʌfb(ə)rə/ ( listen) LUF-b(ə-)rə) is a town in the Charnwood borough of Leicestershire, England, seat of Charnwood Borough Council, and home to Loughborough University. The town had a population of 57,600 in 2004, making it the second largest settlement in Leicestershire. It is close to the Nottinghamshire border and within short distances of Nottingham, East Midlands Airport and Derby. The town has the world's largest bell foundry – John Taylor Bellfounders, which made the bells for the Carillon war memorial, a landmark in the Queens Park in the town, Great Paul for St Paul's Cathedral, and York Minster.
Restaurants in Loughborough
1. PremSoccer - football leagues
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
6 a-side football league Mondays 8-9 at Charnwood College, Loughborough. 30 minute referred games for £16 a match! We also run a "turn up and play" session, Thurdays 8-9 at Charnwood College £2.50 a player.
2. Break Escape
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5.0 based on 841 reviews
Welcome To Loughborough’s Most Original Escape Rooms Set In A Prime Location Adjacent To The New Cinema Complex, Break Escape Offers A Challenge To You; Can You & Your Team Escape Our Immersive, Interactive, Puzzle Experience In Under 60 Minutes To Join Our Leader Board? Every Detail You Come Across In Our Atmospheric Rooms May Lead You Another Step Closer To Your Escape!
Reviewed By D3893YYsarahm
we did our 1st escape room tonight ( 3 of us ) for my sons 13th birthday 'the sands of time' Brilliant fun with a great host Ally very friendly and good fun made it a fantastic night and will definitely return . felt very safe all current guidelines followed highly recommend
3. Hour Escape
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5.0 based on 103 reviews
Hour Escape is a real-life room escape experience designed for 2-5 players. Based on the the virtual online games. Players are locked in a themed room and need to work as a team, using objects in the room to solve a series of puzzles, riddles and hints and escape the room within 60 minutes. Hour Escape is best played in a team of four or five. but a minimum of two and a maximum of six can book
Reviewed By philmatejtschuk - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Had a fantastic time here on New Years Day 2020 - the mixture of a super friendly host, a great location and an excellent game in itself. By far the most enjoyable game we’ve played (of my wife and I’s nearly 100) which doesn’t rely on tech or gizmos - this is all the essentials of escape rooms at their core, done brilliantly. A real emphasis on searching (something we’ve always been sketchy at...), with a fun, rewarding score system accompanying your basic mission: escape! So much to do in one escape, but brilliantly paced so that we felt like we really had to earn it. And great to have what we missed explained afterwards in such detail - really completes the experience. Can’t wait to see what Hour Escape come up with next - consider Escape The Gallery a must-play; especially for enthusiasts who want a lot to do.
4. Soar Valley Garden Railway
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
The Soar Valley Garden Railway is a model railway running through a small English Village Garden. Trains run at weekends and special events. Children may drive trains and small teddy bears and toys are welcome to ride trains! It's our aim to share our love of Garden Railways and offer a relaxing environment for families. Especially toddlers and young families. Open most weekends throughout the year. Times vary depending on special events. (Runs in good weather only)
5. Lakeside Clay Shoot & Fishing Lakes
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
At Lakeside we’re very proud of our beautiful 39 acre setting which provides the perfect backdrop to our clay pigeon shoots and fishing lakes. You don’t have to be shooting or fishing to visit Lakeside, just pop over to the Lakeside Cafe for one of our fantastic coffees and soak up the views.
Reviewed By U4704GRlauras - Barrow Upon Soar, United Kingdom
My local shooting club so I brought my team mates along for a day clay shooting!! We were looked after so well from start to end!! Georgie helped me to arrange an amazing day and Tom was a great teacher. Excellent with all of our first time shooters!! Food as always delicious by Heidi Thanks xx
6. Archery Legends Experience
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5.0 based on 89 reviews
Come visit our multi award-winning 5 star rated venue! Archery Legends is an indoor archery activity centre for everyone who would like to try shooting a bow and arrow. No experience necessary. Designed for individuals, couples, groups, birthday parties and team building. Minimum age 7 years. We have a tuck shop on site if you fancy a hot cup of coffee or a little something to refuel!
Reviewed By U6691GOadamb - Leicestershire, United Kingdom
My 10-year old daughter is attending a 6-week beginners course and she’s loving it! Our instructor, Mark, is very knowledgeable and is making time to understand all of the participant’s skill level, strengths and weaknesses and is tailoring his advice to everyone individually. He’s making sure it’s fun too, especially important for a 10-year old as there’s a lot to take in at first, but Mark’s introducing things step by step and everyone is improving as the weeks go by. There’s a really good selection of great equipment and the shooting ranges are really well themed and laid out. It’s the highlight of my daughter’s week!
7. Laser Quest Loughborough
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Laser Quest is an interactive laser game great for adults, teenagers and kids alike, combining the classic games of hide and seek and tag with a high-tech twist. Blast your way through a smoke-filled, UV lit arena, in order to complete your mission and obtain the highest score. In addition, we are the top choice for sports team and youth group events, school field trips, and corporate events. (Suitable for ages 6+)
Reviewed By Andrew-Gos - Loughborough, United Kingdom
We had great fun at Laser Quest - we played three games and each was with other groups in the arena which made it more fun. Staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Arena is not too dark with a good range of barriers and paths. Guns were good and any minor issues were sorted by the staff immediately. Knowing who shot you meant that some good grudges could be built up! Fun for all age ranges as we were 40+, teenagers and a 10 year old. Highly recommended to let off some steam!
8. Deadlocked Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Trapped in a themed room with just your team and your wits, you are tasked with finding the clues, solving the puzzles and escaping the room. Perfect for corporate team building, friends hanging out, or showing how intelligent you are on a first date, Deadlocked Escape Rooms will bring you and your team closer together to give you an adventure you'll not stop talking about.
Reviewed By robk448 - Coalville, United Kingdom
Had a fantastic time here completing my first ‘escape room’ experience with 4 friends. The rooms are brilliantly themed and thought out. I was impressed with the level of attention to detail. The tasks were challenging but great fun. Neil was friendly and welcoming upon our arrival and helped us get into the whole experience. Would love to return to complete another escape room here in the future.
9. VR King
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Let us transport you to another world. Immersive, interactive, incredible, Virtual Reality gaming experience. Ride a roller coaster. Defend and your castle with a bow and arrow. Explore the ISS in zero gravity. Use your laser blaster against space invaders. Defend Yourself against hordes of zombies. Play Zero gravity games. Fly around a city like a super hero. Dance to the rhythm and beat games. Fitness games. Just experience the many VR worlds available. 1st time in VR? Don’t worry you will start your session with a short induction video along with a quick talk on how to use the equipment, then our skilled team will ensure you are able to use the VR world comfortably. You will soon become a VR expert. Multiplayer Experience? We have many games that allow up to 4 players to game together in team mode or PVP mode In our custom-built centre we have space for 4 players to be in the same room physical therefore allowing you to speak to each other whist immersed in the VR environment.
Reviewed By Gemmaremy
Would definitely recommend vr king to anyone thinking of booking, I booked this as a surprise for my boys age 7, 9, 12 and they were not let down! They had a great time and haven’t stopped talking about it, even dad got stuck in! Will be booking again in the very near future and joining in myself this time :-) thank you for a great afternoon
10. charnwood golf range
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Located on the outskirts of Loughborough in the heart of Leicestershire, Charnwood Golf & Leisure complex is one of Leicestershire's premier golf complex's.
Reviewed By Elliemummy19
We’ve just had our sons 6th birthday party here it was fantastic! As soon as we walked in the staff helped with every detail!! So much fun for the kids with lots of activities and a lovely buffet which catered so well for the kids. I really didn’t need to do anything as all the staff hosted for the kids and were lovely with them all. Recommend 100% great day of fun and laughter. Thanks so much Freddie
