If you are looking for family-friendly things to do in Rushmoor this April, there is plenty to keep children busy without turning the day into a big spend. Aldershot and Farnborough have a strong mix of free town centre trails, parks, play areas, nature spots, museums and affordable attractions that make family time feel easy, local and manageable. Rushmoor Borough Council’s own listings show a busy calendar of spring events alongside a good spread of outdoor spaces across the borough. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
The ideas below mix free, low-cost and good-value options for April. I have included official website links and contact details so families can check times, prices and booking details before setting off. As school holiday and Easter activities can change, it is always worth checking the venue page first. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
1) Easter Springtime Story Trail and Crafty Corner, Aldershot and Farnborough
This is one of the best free family picks in Rushmoor this April. Rushmoor Borough Council says the Easter Springtime Story Trail launched in the town centres with free crafty corner activities in Aldershot on Saturday 28 March and Farnborough on Sunday 29 March, with the trail sending families around the centres to find story trees, solve clues and collect a free sticker prize. It is a lovely way to get younger children moving around town with a bit of Easter magic built in. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
What makes this one work so well is that it feels simple. You can build it into a shopping trip, a snack stop or a wider family day in either town centre without spending much at all. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
Contact details
Website: Easter springtime story trail and crafty corner
Location: Aldershot and Farnborough town centres
Main council contact: Rushmoor Borough Council, Council Offices, Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 7JU
Phone: 01252 398399
Email: [email protected] (Rushmoor Borough Council)
2) Aldershot Park and play area
If your family just needs open space, a play area and room to let off steam, Aldershot Park is a very handy local option. Rushmoor Borough Council describes it as a large open area with sports pitches, a fishing lake and an open play area that offers excitement for children and young people. That makes it a very practical free day out when you want something outdoors, flexible and low-pressure. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
It is the sort of place where you can keep things easy: a walk, a play, a picnic and some fresh air. Sometimes that is exactly what families need in April. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
Contact details
Website: Rushmoor parks and playgrounds
Main council contact: Rushmoor Borough Council
Phone: 01252 398399
Email: [email protected] (Rushmoor Borough Council)
3) Municipal Gardens and play area, Aldershot
Municipal Gardens is another strong free family option in Rushmoor. The council says the playground is suitable for children up to age 12 and includes a hill-fort themed climbing frame, pirate ship, rope swing, swings, slides, a tyre swing and seesaw, plus an AdiZone games area and fitness equipment. That is a really good mix for different ages. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
This works especially well if you want something central and easy to reach. It is ideal for a few hours out without the fuss of a bigger attraction. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
Contact details
Website: Municipal Gardens and play area
Main council contact: Rushmoor Borough Council
Phone: 01252 398399
Email: [email protected] (Rushmoor Borough Council)
4) Southwood Country Park, Farnborough
Southwood Country Park is one of Rushmoor’s best-value family outdoor spots. Rushmoor Borough Council describes it as a 57-hectare natural green space in Farnborough with a café, field centre and playground, making it a strong choice for a low-cost day out where children can play and families can enjoy a proper walk. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
This is a good April option because it gives you plenty of flexibility. You can treat it as a quick local trip or make more of a half-day outing from it. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
Contact details
Website: Parks and outdoors in Rushmoor
Main council contact: Rushmoor Borough Council
Phone: 01252 398399
Email: [email protected] (Rushmoor Borough Council)
5) Rowhill Nature Reserve, Aldershot
For families who prefer woodland, wildlife and something a little calmer, Rowhill Nature Reserve is a lovely Rushmoor pick. Rushmoor Borough Council describes it as a 55-acre nature reserve on the edge of Aldershot and says the field centre is open to the public on Sunday and Bank Holiday afternoons from 2pm to 4.30pm. The reserve’s own website also describes it as a place to relax with family, enjoy walks and join affordable family-friendly activities. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
This is the sort of place where a family day can stay beautifully simple: a woodland walk, a bit of nature spotting and time outdoors together. (Rowhill Nature Reserve)
Contact details
Website: Rowhill Nature Reserve
Rushmoor page: Rowhill Nature Reserve information
Address: The Field Centre, Cranmore Lane, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 3BD
Phone: 07729 666118
Email: [email protected] (Charity Register)
6) FAST Museum, Farnborough
FAST Museum is a brilliant low-cost option if your family enjoys planes, science, engineering or hands-on discovery. The museum’s own visitor information lists the site at Trenchard House, 85 Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 6TF, with direct phone and email contact. Rushmoor’s April listings also show a free Spring Makers’ Market at FAST Museum on Sunday 12 April 2026 from 10.30am to 3pm, which adds an extra family-friendly reason to visit. (Farnborough Air Sciences Trust)
This is a strong choice if you want something a bit different from the usual park trip. It mixes learning and interest with a very local Rushmoor story. (Farnborough Air Sciences Trust)
Contact details
Website: FAST Museum
Visitor info: Plan your visit
Address: Trenchard House, 85 Farnborough Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6TF
Phone: 01252 375050
Email: [email protected] (Farnborough Air Sciences Trust)
7) Aldershot Military Museum
Aldershot Military Museum is one of the best-value heritage family outings in the area. Hampshire Cultural Trust describes it as telling the story of daily life for soldiers and civilians in Rushmoor, and Visit Hampshire notes that the museum runs fun, family-friendly activities throughout the year, alongside tanks, vehicles and hands-on experiences. (Hampshire Cultural Trust)
This is a good one for families who want a proper attraction feel without going too far afield. It offers more structure than a park visit, but still feels local and manageable. (Hampshire Cultural Trust)
Contact details
Website: Aldershot Military Museum
Tickets and visit info: Aldershot Military Museum tickets
Phone: 01252 319753
Email: [email protected] (Hampshire Cultural Trust)
8) Princes Hall, Aldershot
For families who want an indoor option or a treat during the Easter break, Princes Hall is worth checking. Its official listings show child-friendly programming in April 2026 including Tom Gates Epic Stage Show on Wednesday 8 Apriland Theatre Tots on Wednesday 15 April, with family-friendly facilities such as buggy parking and baby changing also highlighted on the venue site. (Princes Hall)
It is a good option for mixing up the month with something more structured, especially if the weather turns. (Princes Hall)
Contact details
Website: Princes Hall
What’s on: Princes Hall what’s on
Address: Princes Way, Aldershot, GU11 1NX
Box office: 01252 329155 (Princes Hall)
9) West End Centre, Aldershot
The West End Centre is another good low-cost option if your family enjoys creative activities, performances or simply having an indoor plan in reserve. Hampshire Cultural Trust says the centre runs events throughout spring 2026 and provides clear contact details, opening hours and programming contacts on its official website. (westendcentre.co.uk)
It is worth keeping an eye on the listings through April, especially if you like local culture that still feels accessible and reasonably priced. (westendcentre.co.uk)
Contact details
Website: West End Centre
Address: 48 Queens Road, Aldershot, GU11 3JD
Phone: 01252 408040
Email: [email protected]
Programming enquiries: [email protected] (westendcentre.co.uk)
Final thought
Rushmoor is a good example of how family days out do not need to be expensive to feel worthwhile. A free story trail, a park with room to play, a nature reserve walk or a local museum can easily turn into the kind of April memory families actually want: simple, local and enjoyable. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
Before travelling, do check the official websites for opening times, prices, event timings and booking details, especially for Easter and school holiday activities. (Rushmoor Borough Council)
