Things to do in Swadlincote & Surrounding Areas
Discover the best things to do in Swadlincote, Derbyshire — from family-friendly attractions and rainy-day activities to hidden gems loved by locals. Whether you’re visiting for the day or you live in Swadlincote, this guide brings together the top places to explore across the town and surrounding South Derbyshire villages. Find parks, leisure activities, entertainment, and unique experiences right on your doorstep.
From adventure days out to budget-friendly options, our Swadlincote things-to-do guide is constantly updated to help you make the most of the area all year round.
Local Attractions
Sharpe’s Pottery Museum – Swadlincote’s Heritage, Kilns & Ceramic History
Explore Sharpe’s Pottery Museum in Swadlincote — a hands-on heritage museum celebrating South Derbyshire’s pottery, pipes and clay-industry history.
- 4.5 Star Rating
Swadlincote Ski Centre
Discover Swadlincote Ski Centre, a year-round dry slope destination offering skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing and family-friendly fun in the South Derbyshire countryside.
- 4.5 Star Rating
Odeon Cinema Swadlincote
local five-screen cinema at The Pipeworks: comfy seating, easy parking, and the latest films for families and film fans alike.
- 4.5 Star Rating
Shopping in Swadlincote
Pipeworks Shopping Centre — Swadlincote’s Retail & Leisure Hub
The Pipeworks, Swadlincote — top retail and leisure hub with shops, supermarket, cinema & eats; ideal for a quick trip or full-day outing.
- 3.5 Star Rating
Swadlincote Town Centre Shopping – High Street & Delph Guide
Explore Swadlincote town centre’s High Street, local shops, independents and markets — a traditional shopping area with a strong community feel.
- 3.5 Star Rating
Family Activities in Swadlincote
Pipeworks Shopping Centre — Swadlincote’s Retail & Leisure Hub
The Pipeworks, Swadlincote — top retail and leisure hub with shops, supermarket, cinema & eats; ideal for a quick trip or full-day outing.
- 3.5 Star Rating
Swadlincote Town Centre Shopping – High Street & Delph Guide
Explore Swadlincote town centre’s High Street, local shops, independents and markets — a traditional shopping area with a strong community feel.
- 3.5 Star Rating
Free Things To Do in Swadlincote
Eureka Park – Family-Friendly Dog Walks in Central Swadlincote
Eureka Park in Swadlincote offers easy-access dog-friendly walking routes, open lawns and family-friendly parkland paths.
Swadlincote Woodlands & Park – Dog-Friendly Woodland Walks and Open Green Space
Swadlincote Woodlands & Park offers dog-friendly woodland trails, open green space and scenic walking routes overlooking the town.
- 4 Star Rating
Sharpe’s Pottery Museum – Swadlincote’s Heritage, Kilns & Ceramic History
Explore Sharpe’s Pottery Museum in Swadlincote — a hands-on heritage museum celebrating South Derbyshire’s pottery, pipes and clay-industry history.
- 4.5 Star Rating