☁️ Don’t Let the Rain Dull Your Salcombe Shine: Rainy Day Ideas for Families

We get it – you’ve packed your sunnies and swimwear, but British summer has other plans. If you’re in Salcombe during the school holidays and the weather turns grey, don’t worry. We’re two local mums who’ve weathered many a soggy summer day, and we’ve got your back.

Here’s how to keep things fun when the sun takes a break:

• Quay Leisure Centre, Kingsbridge – An indoor pool + soft play = energy burned and smiles all round.

• Tots Playhouse – Great for younger children (under 7), tucked away on Fore Street in Kingsbridge.

  https://totsplayhouse.uk/

• Woodlands Theme Park – Indoor rides, huge soft play zones, and just enough chaos to keep everyone entertained.

• West Alvington Woods – Pull on the wellies and follow the fairy trail – puddle splashing encouraged!

• Kingsbridge Cinema – Cute, cosy, and often showing family favourites – the perfect rainy afternoon escape.

  https://www.merlincinemas.co.uk/

• Plymouth for the day – Aquarium, bowling, cinema, and shops for when you need big indoor energy.

• Stay in and make it magical – Bake something sweet, dig out the board games, and turn your holiday home into the ultimate rainy-day retreat.

• Salcombe Swimming Pool – Yep, it’s outdoors… but it’s seriously warm. Brave the drizzle and you might just have the place to yourselves!

  https://www.salcombepool.co.uk/

  
  

Rainy days can actually be some of the most memorable — especially when you're tucked up with hot chocolate, cake, and happy kids. You’ve got this. 💛