Catch a Smile

Catch A Smile is a unique family attraction near Gloucester, offering accessible fishing, friendly animals, mini golf and outdoor adventures in a welcoming environment designed for everyone to enjoy.

Catch A Smile | Accessible Family Fishing and Animal Experience

• Location: Elmore Lane West, Stonebench, Gloucester, GL2 3NW

• Suitable for: Families, children, people with disabilities and special educational needs, schools and community groups

• Facilities: Fishing lakes, animal area, mini golf, BBQ area, camping, toilets and accessible facilities

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

• Parking: Free on-site parking

Opening Times

• Thursday: 9:30am – 2:00pm

• Friday: 9:30am – 2:00pm

• Saturday: 9:30am – 3:00pm

• Sunday: 9:30am – 3:00pm

Catch A Smile is a wonderful inclusive outdoor attraction that helps people with disabilities and special needs enjoy fishing, nature and outdoor activities in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Located just outside Gloucester, the site welcomes families, schools, organisations and community groups looking for a fun and affordable day out in the countryside.

Whether you are trying fishing for the first time, meeting friendly animals or enjoying a round of mini golf, there is something here for visitors of all ages.

Fishing at Catch A Smile

Fishing is the heart of the Catch A Smile experience. Visitors can enjoy fishing for just £10 per person, which includes equipment and bait.

No booking is required if you are able to fish independently, making it an easy and flexible activity for families and groups.

The site is designed to make fishing accessible and enjoyable for everyone, including visitors with disabilities and additional needs.

• £10 per person

• Fishing equipment included

• Bait included

• No booking required for general fishing

Meet the Animals

The popular animal area gives children the chance to meet and interact with a variety of friendly farm animals.

Visitors may see sheep, goats, lambs, donkeys, horses, chickens and geese, with opportunities to feed some of the animals during your visit.

Animal area admission is £3 per person.

Feed bags are usually available to purchase, while the donkeys and horses are always happy to receive a carrot or two.

Dan's Dinos

Dinosaur-loving children will also enjoy meeting Dan's Dinos, adding another fun element to a family visit.

Mini Golf

Families can challenge each other to a round of mini golf for just £5 per person.

No booking is required, making it a great activity to combine with fishing and animal encounters.

Camping and Family Gatherings

Catch A Smile also offers camping opportunities and can cater for family fishing parties, school visits and organised groups.

Please contact the team directly for camping availability, pricing and group bookings.

Facilities

• Wheelchair-accessible facilities

• On-site parking

• Toilets

• BBQ area

• Animal encounters

• Fishing lakes

• Mini golf course

• Camping available

Good to know

• Fishing equipment and bait included in ticket price

• Accessible for wheelchair users

• Ideal for SEND families and inclusive outings

• Animal feeding opportunities available

• Mini golf and dinosaurs add extra family fun

• Family fishing parties and group visits welcome

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