Action Company Challenge

Action Company Challenge sits just outside Bury and is the sort of place that gets people genuinely excited about an afternoon out. You're looking at an adventure sports venue where the main draw is tackling obstacle courses and physical challenges - think rope climbs, wall scrambles, balance beams, that kind of thing. It's properly hands-on, the kind of activity that leaves you either buzzing with adrenaline or wondering why you're so unfit.

This is absolutely geared towards families with kids old enough to have a go at challenges, and groups of mates looking for something a bit different from the usual park routine. Adults will find it demanding too if you actually commit to it rather than just wandering around taking photos. Expect to spend a good two to three hours here if you're doing it properly, though you can make it shorter if you've only got an afternoon.

If you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots - Willow Grove Farm is genuinely lovely, and Kings Forest gets consistently cracking reviews - this works well as a half-day outing between other things. West Stow Pods is also within easy reach if you're looking for something a bit different accommodation-wise. The Suffolk landscape around Bury isn't dramatically dramatic, but it's pleasant enough for a base, and having an action venue nearby does add variety to a holiday that might otherwise be quite sedate. Ring ahead to confirm opening times and whether you need to book, as facilities like this can be a bit variable about their schedules.