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Outdoor Pursuits UK

Sittingbourne, Kent · Indoor Activity

📍 Sittingbourne, Kent💷 £35 for a whole day's paintballing for each kid is an absolute bargain.⏱ Duration varies — check timings🌄 Mostly outdoor

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Our verdict

Kids

8.8/10

Novelty 9 · Variety 9

Parents

7.2/10

Sanity Preservation 8 · Value 7

Brilliant for older kids and teens; less a family day out, more an adrenaline-fuelled mission.

The long read worth saving for nap time

What’s it actually like?

Outdoor Pursuits UK is an activity centre in Kent offering a mix of high-energy outdoor pursuits rather than a gentle family attraction. Reviews mention clay pigeon shooting, paintball, quad biking, archery, rifle shooting and even an air bag drop, so this is very much for families with older children, teens and grown-ups who want a bit of a thrill. The big win here is the staff. Multiple reviewers rave about the instructors being patient, funny, clear on safety and great at helping nervous beginners feel confident. The site itself is described as varied and well laid out, with enough going on to keep a group entertained for a full morning or day. Hot drinks and a dry area were available when the weather turned grim, which is always a reassuringly adult detail. The drawbacks are mostly what you’d expect from an outdoor pursuits place: it’s weather-dependent, and there’s no mention of a proper family café or soft landing for younger children. Reviews don’t give any clear information on pram access, baby changing or facilities beyond hot drinks and a dry area, so assume it’s basic rather than polished. Best for older kids, not for buggies and snacks.

Two-minute orientation

Quick read

Outdoor action days with clay shooting, paintball, archery, quad biking and rifle shooting. Instructors sound excellent: clear, patient and good with complete beginners. Not really for toddlers; expect mud, noise and a proper dose of excitement.

Best for ages

Strong score for mixed-age siblings

1/10
Ages0–2
3/10
Ages3–4
7/10
Ages5–7
9/10
Ages8–11
10/10
Ages12+

The boring brilliant stuff

Need to know

Indoor vs outdoor split

Mostly outdoor

Parking detail

Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.

Dog-friendly?

Probably not

Most indoor venues don't allow dogs. Worth confirming if you'd need to bring one.

Pram-friendly?

Likely yes

Indoor venues like this are typically pram-friendly.

Baby change?

Likely yes

Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.

Food on-site & BYO

Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.

Locate it

Sittingbourne, Kent

THINGS PARENTS ASK

Common questions

Is it suitable for younger children?

Probably not for toddlers or preschoolers; the reviews point to older children, teens and adults.

What activities can you do there?

Clay shooting, paintball, quad biking, archery, rifle shooting and an air bag drop are all mentioned.

Are the instructors any good?

Yes — they’re repeatedly praised as clear, patient, fun and good at keeping everyone safe.

Is there food or somewhere to shelter?

Hot drinks and a dry area are mentioned, but a full food offering is unknown.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Real review quotes

"great instructors"
"the best day ever"
"positive, funny, and kept the energy high"