Dalby Forest, in the heart of the North York Moors National Park offers the perfect place to escape, relax and adventure
Home to 8,000 acres of breath-taking views, endless walking, running and cycle trails and Gruffalo adventures, a great day out awaits at Dalby Forest.
A visit to Dalby will uncover many magical things such as The Gruffalo orienteering course, Gruffalo 25th Birthday trail, some of the very best mountain biking trails and endless stunning views. Keep your eyes peeled along the way for our unique sculptures which are dotted throughout the forest, get the adrenaline pumping at Dalby Activity Centre or test your nerve and swing amongst the trees on their Go Ape courses.
Dalby Forest is home to an abundance of internationally important wildlife species and is also a designated Dark Sky Discovery Site, where you can experience the magic of seeing the Milky Way with the naked eye.
If one day leaves you wanting more, extend your forest adventure with a stay at the Forest Holidays cabins .
Please note that barbeques and fires are not currently allowed anywhere in the forest.
Dalby Forest, YO18 7LT
Dalby Forest, in the heart of the North York Moors National Park offers the perfect place to escape, relax and adventure
Home to 8,000 acres of breath-taking views, endless walking, running and cycle trails and Gruffalo adventures, a great day out awaits at Dalby Forest.
Gruffalo Party Trail – Join in the celebrations! The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday this year. Can you us help find his missing party items? Pick up your pack for just £4 from our Visitor Centre information point, packed with fun things to do on your party adventure.
A visit to Dalby will uncover many magical things such as The Gruffalo orienteering course, Gruffalo Party Trail, some of the very best mountain biking trails and endless stunning views. Keep your eyes peeled along the way for our unique sculptures which are dotted throughout the forest, get the adrenaline pumping at Dalby Activity Centre or test your nerve and swing amongst the trees on their Go Ape courses.
Dalby Forest is home to an abundance of internationally important wildlife species and is also a designated Dark Sky Discovery Site, where you can experience the magic of seeing the Milky Way with the naked eye.
If one day leaves you wanting more, extend your forest adventure with a stay at the Forest Holidays cabins .
Please note that barbeques and fires are not currently allowed anywhere in the forest.
Dalby Forest, YO18 7LT
STEP BACK IN TIME & EXPERIENCE WW2
Embark on a family-friendly adventure to Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum, where you’ll be taken on a journey back in time to explore the sights, sounds, and even the smells of what life was like on both the Home Front and Front Line during the Second World War.
Situated in the original building and grounds of a Prisoner of War camp, families will discover personal tributes and unique stories through immersive displays covering various aspects such as The Blitz, the Street at War (with rationing and fashions), the Home Guard, Evacuation, the Battle of Britain, and VE & VJ Day in the first half of the museum. The second half covers world conflicts and battles, including World War One and Two, as well as the role played by British military forces worldwide since 1945.
Our Gift Shop and catering facilities are provided in the NAAFI Cafe, Officers Tea-rooms and Garrison Cinema Bar. There’ s also a Junior Assault course and play area where new recruits and would be Commandos can let off steam (weather permitting). Free on-site car parking and dog friendly. You can also visit our Online Gift Shop to take your memories home!
We are open from 10am until 5.00pm, 7 days a week from 23 March to 3 November 2024 with free on-site car and coach parking is available. Plan for at least three to four hours for an average visit, and rest assured, we are dog friendly.
ADMISSION TICKETS 2024
Adult (17 & over): £17.00 (online: £15.00)
Child (5 to 16 inc.): £14.00 (online: £13.00)
Disabled Adult*: £17.00 (online: £15.00)
Child Under 5 FREE
Child with Additional Needs* £14.00 (online: £13.00)
SAVE AND BOOK YOUR TICKETS ONLINE HERE!
Eden Camp, Malton, YO17 6RT
FlipOut Adventure Park, York, Come down and enjoy the thrill of the Inflatable, Test your ability on the Ninja Course… or see if you can avoid been Wiped out!!!
We have Over 50 Trampolines to Bounce and flip between, or you could take advantage of the FlipOut Zone and enjoy Soft play at its fineset!!!
Here at FlipOut York We offer a bit for everyone… whether your are enjoying or Toddler Sessions or using one of our many offers such as the Family Pass or 2hr Deal. We have a BOGOF offer on a Monday or a 2 for 1 deal on a Wednesday while you can wait till Friday to enjoy the thrills of After Dark for 2hrs of Friday night fun with your friends.
Parties here at FlipOut are bouncing, they book up quick, so get in early to reserve your slot…. 1hr of bouncing fun followed by 30 mins of food from the 5* café.
Food available while sessions are on until 1hr prior to closing, so enjoy a bounce and a treat, pre order a delicious burger and fries, or goujons and chips.
We Look forward to welcoming you to the park for an Adventure!!!!!
Let your imagination run wild as you immerse yourself in a whole new world of make believe. Step into Jack’s Mini Village and you will immediately be transformed into Village Life where you can become any number of different people – a baker – a stylist – a builder – a doctor, and many more besides.
The size and level of detail will amaze you, from the Mini Village credit card (which each child gets to keep) to the “working” checkout counters, washing machine and ovens, to the awesome ice cream van. Check out the Interactive Village Map on our website to learn more about the 14 different play settings.
Suitable for pre-walkers up to children who love to play pretend in style! Full seating area available to sit and have tasty snack and maybe a delicious coffee made with a barista coffee machine.
Jack’s Mini Village is located on the first floor above Jack in the Box Soft Play. The soft play area has 3 different awesome zones – large gated baby area, toddler play frame and large junior play frame – we have something for everyone with our exciting slides, interactive ball pools and captivating sensory areas, we even have an interactive game floor. There is also a huge menu with lots of tasty, freshly made food.
Open 7 days a week – see our website for opening times and prices. Online booking is essential for guaranteed entry. Separate bookings are required for Jack’s Mini Village and soft play, but combi tickets are available.
Annie Reed Road, Beverley, HU17 0LF. 01482 880091
Join us again on the farm for the 2024 season filled with heaps of fun and play!
What will you do first?
Visit our wonderful animals in the animal barn, the Piglets Maternity Ward is a must see to get up close and watch the new born piglets nestling into mum! Listen to our animal handlers talk about how we look after all our furry friends, at our daily “Animal Encounters” sessions. We have a special SEND session each day at 4pm also! Jump for joy on the bouncy pillows, we have a dedicated bouncy pillow just for the under 5’s that all toddlers love! At Easter our fabulous Beach and Fairy Tale Trails will re-open.
Take a tractor and trailer ride up to our super Indoor Play Barn. Adults can grab a coffee and a snack whilst the children get to play on our fabulous farm themed play equipment. The Indoor Play Barn is perfect for when the weather is a little chilly. Scramble over our Olym-Pig Assault Course or take a swing at mini golf. For all the budding little farmers there is the tractor driving area and Dig and Play sand construction zone.
There is so much to see and do here during the week at Piglets!
Don’t forget to look out for our special events during the school holidays also!
Book on line www.pigletsadventurefarm.com
Towthorpe Grange, Towthorpe Moor Lane, Strensall YO32 9ST
Sewerby Hall and Gardens offers a great mix of heritage, interactive trails, play features and best of all, the zoo. Be entertained in the zoo with the friendly penguins, pygmy goats and Eccy the parrot, who is always keen to chat. Relax in the Walled and Rose Gardens and be amazed by the giant monkey puzzle trees in the Pleasure Gardens. Check out the new events with Rusticus during school holidays on our website. Don’t miss a freshly baked scone and cup of tea from the Clock Tower Café – it certainly is a great day out for the whole family. Book your tickets today and find out more on our website.
Dogs welcome in most of the outdoor areas, but must be kept on a lead. There is a designated section in the cafe for dogs.
Find out more on the website here. Follow Sewerby on facebook here for more updates. Church Lane, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA. 01262 673769
Sledmere, Driffield, Yorkshire YO25 3XG. 01377 236637
Opening times: Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 5.00pm (also open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Come and spend a day at Sledmere House and Gardens this May half term!
Explore the Grounds and Walled Garden, before heading off to the Adventure Play Area! We have a Rare Breed Farm Park with lots of animals to see – including a new foal and piglets too!
The House is open for Free-Flow self-led tours on Sunday 4th June (11.30am–3pm) – spend as long or as little time as you like looking inside the house which is steeped in history, with guides and stewards on hand to answer any questions!
Picnics are welcome, and we also have a state of the art Coach House Café, Farm Shop plus The Pantry for that all-important ice cream!
Dogs are always welcome, we just ask they are kept on leads.
Spend quality time together at WOLDIE’s
Nature Gardens, Trails and Play
Woldie’s Nature Mission running now!
Are you a nature hero? Help with Woldie’s Nature Mission to find out!
Complete the nature missions and collect all the stamps to claim your nature hero sticker!
Popular at Woldie’s:
Discover nature gardens, trails and play in a beautiful setting of lavender, wildflowers and woodland. There’s something for all the family to enjoy together, dogs are welcome too.
“Kept all 3 generations entertained all day, yet also somehow peaceful and relaxing!”
Woldies Lavender & Nature Farm
Wintringham
Malton
YO17 8HW
Just of the A64 between Malton & Scarborough
If you’re looking for a fun filled day out for all the family this Easter check out Woldies for Woldies Easter Tweet.
Running 23rd March to the 7th April with a chocolate prize for every child, follow the new rainbow egg trail to crack the code and open the Robin’s nest.
Enjoy spring blossom and bulbs, spot birds in the hide and frogs in the nature ponds.
There’s a mini bunny trail for little legs, bird colouring, bird games to play, and special Easter treats in the Teahive Takeaway.
Make memories with all the family with Woldies favourites…
Everything at Woldies is made for you enjoy quality time together as a family.
It’s a family business run with a friendly, personal touch. A fun day out with a difference with nature gardens, trails and play all set in a beautiful, natural and safe environment. Dogs welcome on a lead.
Easy to get to, only 1 minute off the A64 at Wintringham, near Malton YO17 8HW.
Book tickets online to save
The Yorkshire Arboretum offers 120 acres of peace and tranquillity in the heart of North Yorkshire. Experience exceptional natural beauty, a botanically diverse tree collection, sweeping vistas and wildflower meadows. The Arboretum Café serves delicious home-cooked food using locally-sourced ingredients – open all day. Dogs welcome, with an 11-acre off-lead area. Kids can take one of our tree trails, with additional activities on offer during school holidays.
Just 30 minutes from York, it’s yours to explore! Well behaved dogs on a lead welcome.
The Yorkshire Arboretum, Castle Howard, YO60 7BY
A fantastic trampoline park situated in the heart of East Cleveland, it’s a great day out whatever the weather. There are a range of sessions available to accommodate a variety of ages, abilities & needs. They also do parties.
Milhome Avenue, Skelton Industrial Estate, Skelton, TS12 2LQ
01287 653179
Open 6 Days a week, 10am-5pm (Closed Fridays) Currently closed (March 2024) check back again for more info
Miniature village set in beautiful gardens with 200 model buildings and 1000 model characters. Look out for the humorous and unexpected – you may miss something the first time around! The land train from Sewerby to Bridlington stops off here.
Sewerby Road, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1ER
01262 401736
Award winning family owned animal park, wide variety of animals to see such as donkeys, alpacas, meerkats, rabbits…and several different kinds of birds, as well as reptiles. There are Meet the Meerkats and Bird of Prey Experiences. There is also a weekly Keeper club for children, allowing them to find out what it’s like to be a Zoo Keeper. African Plains and South American Animals coming soon. Gift shop on site and children’s play area.
Open daily including weekends and bank holidays 10.00 – 5pm, last entry 4.30pm.
Covert Lane (Park Rose), Carnaby, Bridlington, YO15 3QF. 01262 673653
Hall, gardens and gift shop open every day 11am until 5pm. With a fabulous adventure playground, enchanted woodland village, giant board games, willow dens and a trail to follow, children will find so much to amuse and inspire here!
Dogs on leads are welcome in most outdoor areas.
Burton Agnes, Driffield, YO25 4NB
01262 490324
There’s acres of fun to get lost in and lots of wildlife to discover. If the kids want to let off some steam, they can escape to Skelf Island, our legendary Adventure Playground named after the historic site Castle Howard sits on, Henderskelfe. Throughout the school holidays, they might encounter the faerie-like creatures that live in the canopies and crooks of Skelf Island. Known as Skelves, they’re a friendly and curious bunch that loves to play!
Dogs on a lead are welcome.
Open every day
Castle Howard, The Estate Office, Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA
01653 648333
Farm shop, café and miniature railway situated between Pickering and Thornton le Dale, open 7 days a week.
Pumpkin 2023 season is officially open. Sadly no carving this year
Cedarbarn Farm Shop, Thornton Road, Pickering. YO18 7JX
ORDERS 01751 475614
Duncombe Park is one of Yorkshire’s finest historic houses and estates, and home to the Duncombe family.
Located in Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park, the estate boasts over 450 acres of spectacular gardens, parklands and nature reserve.
The parklands can be accessed for £1 and the gardens are chargeable too. However the parklands are free for visitors of the National Centre for Birds of Prey.
Many family events throughout the year.
Lovely play park near the car park for the NCBP which is free.
Address: Duncombe Park, Helmsley, YO62 5EB
Tel: 01439 770213
Falconry UK is set in a beautiful country garden and gives you a great chance to experience the excitement and thrills of falconry.
There is also a chance to handle some of these amazing birds after each display.
Suitable for ages: Young Children (4-8), Older Children (9-12) and Teenagers (13-18)
Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, Thirsk, YO7 4EU
01845 587522
Thrilling Theme Park with big rollercoasters for older kids as well as a great choice of junior and family rides, including the dinosaur themed Dino-Stone Park, and the Peter Rabbit play ground. They are also an award winning zoo, with 140 species of reptiles, mammals and birds. Host regular events during school holidays.
Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome in most areas theme park, but not in the zoo, Children’s Planet or Splish Splosh. Assistance dogs have unrestricted access.
Kirby Misperton Malton, North Yorkshire YO17 6UX
0800 40 888 40
Looking for a fun family outdoor activity near you? Treetop Adventure and Treetop Challenge are super-fun activities that kids and parents love.
Get your blood pumping as you race up tall trees and clamber over crossings, navigating your way across the Stepping Stones and Tarzan Swings. Hold tight on the Flying Carpet, then the awesome zip wires will certainly deliver big thrills!
01603 895500
Unlock 900 years of life at Helmsley Castle, a must-see for any visitor to the picturesque market town of Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park. Discover how the castle evolved over the centuries, from a mighty medieval fortress to a luxurious Tudor mansion, to a Civil War stronghold and a romantic Victorian ruin. Why not also visit Rievaulx Abbey and Byland Abbey nearby – the perfect stop on any family day out, or if you’re out walking or cycling.
Handy long stay car park behind! Dogs on a lead welcome.
If you’re looking for a fun family day out why not head to Hornsea Freeport. There are 2 great children’s attractions there, along with the usual range of shops and discount outlets.
Beach Cove – Swing, slide, zip, bounce, climb, dig and twirl in the outdoor activity park… and explore the soft play zone indoors. Time for a break? Relax in the Rockpool Café and terrace overlooking the play areas. Open every day 10.00am – 4.00pm.
Bugtopia – the hands-on tropical nature attraction featuring Huge Bugs, butterflies, birds, spiders, and more! Incredible leafcutter ants have arrived at Bugtopia too! Open every day.
Hornsea Freeport, Rolston Road, Hornsea, HU18 1UT.
01964 534211
Hutton-le-Hole is a small village and civil parish in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England, about seven miles north-west of Pickering. Hutton-le-Hole is a popular scenic village within the North York Moors National Park.
‘We used to go to Hutton-le-hole as kids. Fab little streams to play in. Best in the summer months to take a picnic’
LH March 2017
“Visit Hutton le Hole on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors for a lovely family day out.
Bring a picnic and have a paddle in the pretty beck that runs through the village. There’s parking, a pub and shops selling ice cream. One of our favourite places!”
Mumbler Recommended SC ’17
www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/visiting/see-and-do/attractions/hutton-le-hole
Stimulating role play area where young children can explore, play and learn whilst having fun. The village scene includes a number of different buildings, eg. they can be fire fighters and then the next they can pop next door into the cafe and make tea for their friends.
A baby area is a safe and secure environment for babies to freely explore without the hustle bustle of the older children. Coffee shop for the grown ups
Unit 26, Hartlepool Workshops, Usworth Road, Hartlepool TS25 1PD
(01429) 597 879
Go Safari this Easter from 28th March 2024. A raft of exciting, absorbing and entertaining events and activities created to appeal to the under-12s and their families.
North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT. 01765 635321
Open from 10am, check website for days open and closing times
The National Centre for Birds of Prey is the largest collection of these amazing birds in the north of England. A huge collection of owls, eagles, falcons, hawks, vultures and more are housed in spacious aviaries on our 12 acre site.
The trained birds are flown for our visitors daily either indoors or outdoors depending on the weather.
Picnic tables are provided and the parking is free.
Visitors are able to access the Parklands surrounding Duncombe Park for free
Open 7 days a week from 1st February until 24th December
Duncombe Park, Helmsley. YO62 5EB
Phone: 08447 422 035
Train from Pickering to Goathland, Grosmont and through to Whitby over 24 miles of beautiful Yorkshire Scenery.
Adult All Day, All Line Rover Ticket: £49.50, offering 12 months of return travel for free. Plus, Kids Go FREE in 2024!* Enjoy the freedom of our entire 24-mile line for a whole day, hopping off wherever you choose. *Children aged 0-15 years old.
Our Shorter Journey Tickets offer day return travel between up to two neighbouring stations at fixed fare prices starting from £13.50 plus Kids Go Free!
Shorter Journey Tickets are not available in advance or online. Purchase them from a Station Booking Office on the day of your visit.
To help you with your visit, we recommend you book your tickets in advance and save time at the Booking Office, however tickets are available to purchase on the day from a Booking Office.
Pickering Station, YO18 7AJ. 01751 472508
NT Nunnington Hall, Garden and Tea Garden are NOW OPEN
Wednesday – Sunday
10am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)
PRE BOOKED tickets are recommended but walk ins also welcomed if we have space.
Please park and head to Reception.
Nunnington, York YO62 5UY
01439 748283
Kite flying displays Kite making workshops Beginners’ corner Street food & drink stalls Live entertainmentWhy not take the beautiful walk from Helmsley Castle to Rievaulx? It takes approximately an hour then you can enjoy well deserved refreshments in the café. Escape to this tranquil valley of the North York Moors and discover the impressive ruins of one of England’s most powerful Cistercian monasteries.
Dogs on a lead welcome.
Rievaulx, Nr Helmsley, YO62 5LB
Phone: 01439 798228
Stockeld Park is a unique all-weather family attraction located near Wetherby in North Yorkshire. Filled with family fun, outdoor activities for children, a fun adventure park and a brand-new indoor play centre – just to name a few! The whole family will have a wonderful time on this fab day out!
Stockeld Park, off the A661 Wetherby Road, Yorkshire, LS22 4AN.
The Deep is home to spectacular animals including sharks and stingrays, the UK’s only pair of Green sawfish, hundreds of tropical reef fish, Loggerhead sea turtles a colony of Gentoo penguins, and much more to keep all ages entertained.
FREE return visits for 12 months with their Annual Pass.
Tower Street, Hull, HU9 1TU. 01482 381000.
We’re open 7 days a week from 10am to around 4pm (daylight and weather-depending).
Come and take a stroll in the Arboretum, watch your children let off steam in the adventure playground, enjoy the wonderful bird of prey displays, or hand feed the wallabies in the Mammal Centre.
We have a lot to offer the whole family so keep your eyes peeled for our fun seasonal trails, family event days, open-air concerts, workshops, special lunches and guided tours.
Entry times are flexible. Please do not worry if you arrive earlier/later than the booked slot – it is purely so we can ensure we manage entry as efficiently as possible.
William’s Den is an exciting adventure attraction, giving children the chance to connect with nature and get active as they explore a custom designed complex that brings the great outdoors inside. Outside, children can play, explore, run, climb, build dens and learn, all in an open, rural and natural setting.
William’s Den, Castle Farm, Wold Hill, North Cave, HU15 2LS
01430 47223
Come and see our unique Lavender Maze, Mediterranean Dry Garden, Sensory Garden, Purple Patch Garden, Themed Gardens, Stream Garden, The Wibbly Wobbly Way, Bog Garden, Natural Wild Flower Grassland Meadow, probably Yorkshire’s largest Snakes and Ladders, The Lynne Goodwill Memorial Garden, Sculpture Park and much much more including fallow deer!
Terrington, York YO60 6PB
01653 648 008
