For little explorers and wild at heart adults
Toddle Doddle helps people of all ages have playful and exciting adventures that suit families of all shapes and sizes.
Whether you are heading into a forest, a play area or the back garden, we are collecting adventures to turn your everyday into an adventure.
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Go Wild at Zebon Copse Nature Reserve, Church Crookham
Zebon Copse is very special for me – it’s the place that inspired me to start this website way back in 2016! The boardwalk was wonderfully overgrown and felt more like exploring a hidden jungle path than taking your children for a walk, as you can see from this photo.
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The Floor is Lava at Zebon Copse Play Area, near Fleet
Zebon Copse Play Area has the longest and most involved obstacle course we have seen – ideal for playing the floor is lava! It also has plenty of nature nearby – both the Zebon Copse Nature Reserve and the beautiful Basingstoke Canal are just a short walk away.
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Brave the Monster Slide at Jurassic Park Play Area, Bracknell
I can only guess this play area is called Jurassic Park because of its monster-sized slide, cargo nets and climbing walls, not to mention one of the biggest slides we have seen.
Where to Go…
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Where to Go… by Town
There are some days when you fancy trying somewhere new but would also prefer to stay local.
Here are the adventures you can have within about a 10 mile radius of the following places.
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Where to Go… in and Around the Ashford Hangers
When you’re in the mood for a bit of natural drama, consider the Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, a part of Hampshire that has been referred to as “Little Switzerland”.
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Where to Go… to Pit Your Wits Against a Maze
If you’re like me and love a good puzzle, consider pitting your wits against a maze. So far we have tried two types – classic hedge mazes and also a water maze where the dead ends are jets of water.
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Walk to Mill Lane Waterfall from Steep Recreation Ground
The mesmerizing Mill Lane Waterfall roars down a hill and under the road where it pools as the slow flowing Ashford Stream. You can walk to the waterfall
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Enjoy Ponies and Paddles at Latchmoor Brook, The New Forest
Latchmoor Brook is a shallow stream on the edge of the New Forest where you can see ponies, picnic, paddle and hunt for fossils. You will definitely need your wellies!
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Where to Go… to Paddle Around in Hampshire
Hampshire has plenty of places to enjoy a paddle, including beaches, streams and splash pads. It also boasts hidden spots in the New Forest, which are amongst some of the most picturesque places we have visited.
