Spacewalk N Neptune

A space museum in Bridgwater that takes a hands-on approach to planetary science and astronomy. Spacewalk N Neptune is the sort of place where you'll find interactive exhibits about our solar system, touch-screen displays, and enough information about gravity and celestial mechanics to keep curious minds busy for a couple of hours.

It works best for families with children aged 6-14 who've got genuine interest in space. Teenagers might find it a bit basic unless they're keen astronomers, and very young kids could get restless between exhibits. Adults tagging along will probably find enough to hold their attention, though you're not walking away with mind-bending revelations about the universe.

The museum is free to enter, which is a genuine bonus. Allow roughly two hours to get through everything without rushing, maybe less if your group moves quickly or if concentration spans are running short. There's no point arriving late in the day when you're tired.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Secret Valley is just over three miles away, or The Hideout at under five - Spacewalk N Neptune makes a sensible indoor activity for a rainy afternoon or when you fancy a break from the fields. It's not a full day out, more of a top-up experience to slot into a broader Somerset itinerary. Bridgwater itself has pubs and shops for lunch, so you can make a proper morning or afternoon of it.