From 21st July – 3rd Sept Piglets Adventure Farm is full of unmissable family fun, with amazing magic shows and incredible circus acrobatics, you won’t want to miss it! Get foam fever this summer as you boogie on down with bigger & better Foam Parties daily, watch hilarious Pig Racing in the Pork-shire Hurdle, soak…
21 July – 2 September 2018 Create memorable experiences this summer holiday (21 July – 2 September) with the whole family! Take a trip behind a steam engine, visit five heritage stations, see stunning views of the North York Moors National Park and explore the Yorkshire Seaside Town of Whitby! Remember all our day return…
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge is Mischief Makers; celebrating the 80th anniversary of the much-loved comic, Beano. Your child can help Dennis, Gnasher and friends explore Beanotown to find the mysterious buried treasure – with tons of fun along the way! Children aged 4-11 years (or above and below) can join this year’s Summer Reading Challenge at Libraries across…
We’re very proud of our new DVD that we launched in Scarborough’s Brunswick Centre. It’s called Fostering Teenagers and it’s a brilliant account of all of the rewards our foster carers enjoy when they give a home to young person that needs one. We are thrilled when we saw that the story of our…
There is always loads of fun to be had at Flamingo Land and of course the start of the summer holidays is no exception… Party in the Park returns on Saturday 28th July with S Club 3 as part of 90’s weekend. Party in the Park is part of general admission to the theme park for…
Libby Binks, 37, suffered from postnatal depression after her daughter was born. Despite sharing her struggles with health professionals, she didn’t receive any support for a long time. Here’s her story. “I struggled to cope from the day my little girl was born. I was used to managing a team of people at work and…
Seriously – how quick is this year going? It’s nearly the end of the school year already! Children and teachers across of the country rejoice, whilst, lets face it – us parents are slightly terrified about the thought of keeping these little ones entertained for the next six-to-eight weeks! So let’s hear it for those…
Looking for ways to cool the kids down during the current heatwave? Homemade ice lollies provide the perfect solution, we have 5 easy ideas below. SUPER JUICE LOLLIES Ingredients: Cordial x 3 flavours Water Fruit Method: Place cut up chunks of orange or satsuma in a lolly mould (grated carrot is also yummy!). Mix the…
Ancient Seas of the Yorkshire Coast. A story through time from Whitby to Flamborough Head The Rotunda Museum’s new exhibition launches on Saturday 21 July 2018 with a free public family fun day. Press visits can be arranged. How long ago did rhinoceros, hippopotamus and hyenas roam Yorkshire soil? What terrifying prehistoric creatures once lurked…
School Ready? This is Part 2 in a series blogs regarding schools. This is written by Lucy Patrick, a primary school headteacher and co – owner of North Kirklees Mumbler, about how you can support your child as September and the start of their Reception year approaches. This week – Positive Beginnings It’s likely that…
A Maternity Voices Partnership (MVP) is a team of women and their families, commissioners and providers (midwives and doctors) working together to review and contribute to the development of local maternity care. We would like to invite you to be part of our local maternity voices partnership which focuses on how we plan and deliver…
National Breastfeeding week 25th June – 2nd July This year focuses on “Protect not promote” so what does that mean to you? To me it means Protect those that choose to feed in public, did you know it’s illegal to ask someone to stop breastfeeding in the UK?, we have laws to protect us yet…
How to keep your little ones cool when the temperature is soaring! Staying cool this summer How long have we been waiting for this – the sun has got his hat on and he is FINALLY coming out to play! After months of complaining about this long cold winter it’s now time for the real moaning…
It’s our Explorer Day on Sunday 8 July, 10.30am – 4pm Visit us on Explorer Day If you’ve always wanted to visit Dalby or just want to find out more, don’t miss our Explorer Day on Sunday 8 July. It’s your chance to come and discover what’s happening in and around the forest. Local and…
Join us on Sunday 1st July for a day of farm themed family fun. See an impressive display of Burton Agnes Estate’s farm machinery, including 200 horsepower John Deere tractors, a 30ft cut Claas combine, a digger, sprayer, drill, plough and forklift, to name just a few! Take your child’s photo – or have your…
Hello, We’re Action Medical Research. We’re the leading UK-wide charity funding vital research to help sick and disabled babies, children and young people. Around one in nine babies born in the UK needs some form of special care at birth as a result of a difficult birth, a life-threatening condition or because they were born…
North Yorkshire based mum, and business owner, Rebecca Palmer, has earned herself a place in the final line-up of The Mpower National Business Awards, prestigious awards celebrating parents throughout the UK who manage the difficult task of juggling business with family life. Founder of Happy Sleepy Baby, mother of 2 from Scarborough, Rebecca, provides Baby…
For many, September is fast approaching and your “little babies” will soon be starting school. A series of related blogs are in the pipeline. However, this is not the only option when it comes to education. Home education is becoming increasingly common. Here is an insight from a lovely Mumbler…. I started to home educate…
Kids love digging up a few good bugs to play with – even if it makes the rest of us squeamish. And during National Insect Week (June 18-24), it’s the perfect time to celebrate our wriggly, buzzing, flying and crawling little friends. From crafts and activity sheets to getting your hands dirty with a magnifying…
The gates will be opening on Wednesday, 18th July for the spectacle that is the Driffield Show. This year the Driffield Show will celebrate its 143rd year, with its winning formula of celebrating the traditional and embracing the future the Driffield Show has earned its place as a ‘ must do’ event on the calendars…
Located in the heart of Yorkshire, Cooper King Distillery is a family-owned gin and whisky distillery built on the site of a stable, featuring a shop and tasting room. Formed in 2016, by Dr. Abbie Neilson, a former scientist and Chris Jaume, a chartered architect, Cooper King Distillery is independent, self-built and powered by 100% green…
We’ll be at Costa Coffee in Whitby on June 21st between 10 am and 12 noon, and Scarborough on June 28th so please pop along and pick up some info on fostering – or chat with a member of the team – or both –and remember to tell your friends, too! www.northyorks.gov.uk/fostering https://www.facebook.com/FosteringNorthYorkshire/
LEAF Open Farm Sunday is the farming industry’s national open day. Visit a farm on Open Farm Sunday on 10th June and discover the world of farming. Find out about the story behind our food and how farming affects our everyday lives. It is a fantastic opportunity for everyone, young and old, to discover at…
The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts in Scarborough is gearing up for it’s biggest Performing Arts Summer School yet, as this year the organisation takes on the challenge of preparing Disney’s smash-hit West End Musical, Aladdin! PQA Summer Schools are 5 to 6 day performing arts experiences for children and young people. Young performers…
It’s National Bookstart Week this week (4th-10th June 2018) – the BookTrust’s annual celebration of the joys and benefits of sharing books, stories and rhymes from as early an age as possible. There are some lovely things going on in libraries across North Yorkshire with this one specifically in our area. More Than Just Books…
Our friends at North Leeds Mumbler recently came to stay at Boggle Hole. Here’s their review…. Friends had recommended to me the youth hostel at Boggle Hole near Whitby and how child-friendly it was. So when eldest Mini Mumbler said she wanted to go fossil hunting after a recent topic at school I took the…
Wetwang Scarecrow Festival has always been something we have enjoyed from the car but this year we thought we would do it properly and we weren’t disappointed! We parked opposite the Wetwang Village Hall and popped in to buy a map for 50p and were soon to be given a Dwarf Competition form too! There…
This is an advertorial blog from Humble Bee Farm We’re the place to be at Humble Bee Farm! Humble Bee is a working farm in the peaceful Yorkshire Wolds, close to Scarborough, with a variety of camping, glamping and cottages for you to stay in. You can stay with us and watch Farmer Percy…
If you’re looking for a fun day out over the May Half Term holiday why not head to Hornsea Freeport. There are 2 great children’s attractions there, along with the usual range of shops and discount outlets. Discover Beach Cove, the fantastic play experience at Hornsea Freeport. Swing, slide, zip, bounce, climb, dig and…
English Heritage North Yorkshire Attractions have lots to offer the families of Ryedale Scarborough Castle is beautifully situated on the cliffs overlooking the North Sea and Scarborough. After the success and fun of the Kite Festival over Bank Holiday, there are several more events this summer. Medieval monarchs recognised Scarborough as an important fortress that…
Want to do something amazing? Here’s how – if you live in or close to Scarborough, then ask about joining our Family Based Overnight Short Breaks Scheme. You could really make a difference to a local disabled child or young person by giving them quality time outside of their own family – and helping them…
FAMILY FUN AT COMBINED THEME PARK, ZOO AND HOLIDAY RESORT Flamingo Land Resort is situated between York and the East coast, and this combined theme park, zoo and holiday resort is an ideal destination for a fun-packed family holiday. All areas of the park are open daily between 24th March and 4th November 2018 (with…
Good2learn is a brand new, online learning platform for Primary school age children, built and developed in Hull. Its aim is to make life easier to support your child in Maths and English and to help them reach their full potential. They’re based at the C4Di building on the Fruit Market so I popped in to…
Hello again At Fostering North Yorkshire we’re getting ready to celebrate Foster Care Fortnight. Foster Care Fortnight is The Fostering Network’s annual campaign to raise the profile of fostering and to show how foster care transforms lives. This year it runs from 14 to 27 May and we’re very proud to be involved. Fostering North…
Would you like to win tickets to the Stax-ten-bury Family Music Festival on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th July 2018? You can here! I have 2 Friday tickets, 2 Saturday tickets and 4 Sunday tickets to give away. As well as the music, we will be holding free activities for all…
We’re counting down the days until the Tour de Yorkshire 2018 arrives in the area for the historic finish in North Bay. There’s lots happening in the area as it crosses through Ryedale to the Scarborough and Filey – with many family-friendly events running through the day. But if you’d like to whip up some…
Fostering North Yorkshire would like you to meet – our new Enquiry Workers… Here at FNY we want to make sure you get the warmest welcome and all the information you need as quickly as possible when you contact us. Step forward Miranda and Dianne, who between them will deal with all our initial…
Wetwheels Yorkshire (WWY) is the fifth boat to be launched by the hugely popular charity, the Wetwheels Foundation. The boat, currently under construction, is due to arrive into Whitby in May where she will enjoy a full season taking disabled and disadvantaged people out on the water. Originally conceived in 2011 the Wetwheels Foundation builds…
Scarborough Survivors is a mental health charity run by people with lived experience of mental illness. Some of you will perhaps have visited the popular seaside town of Scarborough. It may seem a long way from you, but our simple message is relevant wherever you are in North Yorkshire – we need to talk about…
There are some fantastic attractions in or near Scarborough where you can benefit of membership or becoming a “friend”. I have picked out a few below which may be of interest to you. Some offer discounted family tickets, others unlimited entry for a year. English Heritage – Scarborough Castle and Whitby Abbey plus Helmsley Castle…
Photo Davy Rietbergen/Cor Vos © 2017 In an EXCLUSIVE blog for Mumbler, during the TDY 2018, Lizzie Deignan, reigning Tour de Yorkshire Women’s Champion has agreed to answer your questions… We were inundated with questions from across the Mumbler Network so we picked 10 from TDY stage areas. What are your favourite local bike rides?…
Are you looking for a children’s party provider across North Yorkshire? Preferably one that just “sorts it for you”? Look no further than Magical Quests North based in Malton but are more than happy to travel to Scarborough, Filey and Whitby. They put your child at the heart of the adventure with an exciting and…
There are loads of classes in or near Ryedale. I have picked out a few with contact details (hopefully a good selection to give you an idea of what is available)…. Hope you enjoy whichever class you choose! Click on the title to be taken to the website. All classes are listed in the What’s…
Yorkshire Air Ambulance is delighted to have been chosen as the official charity for the Tour de Yorkshire 2018! They are encouraging schools, businesses, community groups, friends and family to join in with YELLOW YORKSHIRE DAY again this year on Friday 27th April for lots of yellow themed fun! “There are lots of ways you can support…
This morning, Henry (5 years), Eliza (3 years) and I headed to the Stephen Joseph Theatre to see Thumbelina. My “team” were pretty excited as they love the theatre and we were not disappointed. Firstly, what strikes you as you walk in, is what a lovely intimate theatre the McCarthy auditorium is – ideal for…
It’s time once again to roll out the black carpet and batten down the hatches, as Whitby Goth Weekend strikes the sleepy seaside town with its biannual independent music festival. As ever, Whitby Goth Weekend is an all ages event. We welcome – nay, encourage – families to attend and introduce the next generation of…
What a Saturday we spent at Dalby Forest trying out the Tree Top Adventure. It was our family – Henry (5 years) and Eliza (3 years) and my brother and sister in law with their 3 children (Annie 11 years, Ed 13 years and Kitty 15 years). It was a great day out for all…
Have you got a mountain of Easter Eggs? Are you getting daily questions from the children when they can eat the next one?! Use these easy recipes and turn those chocolate treats into milkshakes, fudge, dips and more! Get Dipping! Who doesn’t love fruit dipped in yummy chocolate? There are all kinds of different things you…
The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts provide outstanding performing arts tuition for children aged 4-18 years at their Academy in Scarborough. This popular national Academy came to our area in October 2014, launching with great success and many young performers coming through their doors. They run fabulous classes in Musical Theatre, Comedy & Drama…
If you fancy a day out over the Easter Holiday we have listed our ‘Top Ten’ ideas that are reasonably close. Hopefully, we will see signs of Spring during the Easter break but if the weather doesn’t play ball we have also included indoor activities. 1. Easter Adventure Quest at Scarborough Castle and Whitby Abbey…
Looking for ways to entertain the kids at home over the Easter Bank Holiday? If you want to do something a bit different from the usual egg hunt this Easter, why not try some of our Mumbler tried and tested family games. Image source: Activedark.com 1. Glow in the dark Egg Hunt – For an…
Activities that are either free or low cost in and around Scarborough, Whitby & Filey this Easter Holiday. Moo Music Scarborough, Filey & Beyond are offering you a free session at your local library in Scarborough. These sessions are fun and exciting for you and your little one to enjoy! We bring our songs to…
World Doula Week 22nd March to 28th March “A woman who is trained to offer practical and emotional support to another woman before after and during chid birth” From the Greek word doula meaning servant of a woman Doulas are there for women and families during pregnancy, birth and beyond, depending on the families needs….
Two familiar faces will return to the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough, for an Easter holiday treat for the youngest members of the family. Elliott Rennie and Adam Karim will join Alice Kynman in Thumbelina, the story of a teeny tiny girl on a quest to find a friend, which will delight young audiences from Tuesday…
Flamingo Land Resort is situated between York and the East coast, and this combined theme park, zoo and holiday resort is an ideal destination for a fun-packed family holiday. All areas of the park are open daily between 24th March and 4th November 2018 (with Winter Zoo open daily during November to March). Easter Activities…
Becky from Happy Sleepy Baby, a baby massage and baby yoga instructor based on the Yorkshire Coast in Scarborough and Filey. She loves helping parents along on their new journey as parents encouraging bonding, love and helping with issues such as colic and sleep. Baby massage and baby yoga classes, workshops and one to one…
Who says gardens are just for grown-ups to enjoy? Scampston welcomes both young and old to explore everything that Scampston has to offer. It’s always the first sign of the warmer, sunnier months to come – Scampston will re-open on Friday 30th March and there will be lots to keep the whole family entertained over…
Lots of our foster carers tell us they get so much out of fostering teenagers. Teenagers entering the care system have had a lot to deal with – many people think they are at fault if they are in care but that’s not how it is. Usually there are multiple reasons and they are there…
A scheme enabling residents of a Scarborough housing association to see shows at the Stephen Joseph Theatre for just £1 has proved so successful that it’s being extended to include cinema tickets. For the past two years, many people booking tickets at the SJT have added a £2 donation, and the money has been used…
It’s the time of year when lots of animals are having their babies. I am excited to tell you that my Ryeland sheep have had 7 lambs (2 boys and 5 girls). All have to be named beginning with the letter Y so we have Yogi, Yeti, Yoga, Yoyo and Yasmin so far with two…
Mother’s Day is this weekend and hopefully, the weather will resemble Spring more than recent days. I won’t lie. I dream of a day of leisure without interruption, but spending the day with my family trumps any time I would spend drinking wine and eating chocolate! There are loads of great ways to celebrate Mother’s…
Mother’s Day may bring cards and flowers, but for many it is over-shadowed by domestic abuse. Independent Domestic Abuse Services, explain how we can help a friend or family member who is experiencing domestic abuse and how, with their support people can move on to lead safe and happy lives. Jodie, a former…
Mother’s Day this year is Sunday 11th March and much as we LOVE a beautiful bunch of flowers and a yummy box of choccies a little something created by our children is always a winning touch! We have put together some crafty ideas to make Mum and Grandma feel extra special this year…Hopefully there is…
Whilst the kids have enjoyed the snow the ‘Beast from the East’ has brought, we need to spare a thought for wildlife. The RSPB has warned that birds will struggle to cope with the plummeting temperatures and urges people to give them a helping hand by providing food and shelter. On Thursday you may have…
15 Things To Do Indoors On A Snowy Day With the Beast from the East really taking hold, once you’ve build some snowmen, Mumbler has some great ideas of fun indoor activity ideas to keep the little ones busy. 1. Make Shadow Puppets This website has STAR WARS shadow puppet ideas! But you can make…
With a prolonged cold snap predicted for the UK this week it might be worth checking to see if you qualify for any additional support with your energy bills. Find out more about the various grants and schemes available to help your family save money this winter. While a lot of this support is…
Newborn chicks will be just some of the animals flocking to Springtime Live when the annual event returns to the Great Yorkshire Showground on Easter Saturday. Tickets are now on sale for the family event which allows children to get close to farm animals from chicks to lambs, piglets to calves, goats and rare breed…
Struggling to find a unique gift for someone special, don’t have the time to scour the shops, or maybe you need to send a gift abroad? Ginny & Joy curated gift boxes have been created with this in mind. Our unique gifting service allows you to give something truly fabulous you cannot wait to give….
World Book Day, Thursday 1st March, is creeping up on us! We have put together 15 ideas that you can create from items at home. Last year I got quite adventurous and made Peter Rabbit which was very easy with help from Boyes and a little bit of sewing (the top was literally cut out…
We all know how stressful planning and hosting your child’s birthday party can be so here are our top tips! 1. Create a guest list that makes everybody happy. Don’t feel pressured to invite the whole class just because someone else did! 2. Pick a theme. Picking a theme early on in the planning will make…
Well, February Half Term has crept upon us and if you are still feeling the expense of Christmas we have pulled together 10 activities that are either free or low cost in and around Ryedale. The weather can often be unpredictable in February Half Term so we have included a mixture of indoor and outdoor…
Whilst the theme park area is closed until 24th March 2018, our amazing animal collection is open DAILY. There is then additional Winter entertainment at weekends and school holidays….. Weekdays outside of school holidays Flamingo Land Zoo is open from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm, allowing you to enjoy over 140 species of reptiles, mammals,…
Two-thirds of children think parental controls are a ‘good idea’ and help protect them from adult content, according to a new survey by online safety organisation Internet Matters. Majority of teens are in favour of parental controls The findings, released today as part of this year’s Safer Internet Day, reveal 65% of young people aged…
When a new baby arrives do you find yourself scrambling around searching for a special gift only to be overwhelmed and disappointed by all your gifting options? Do you begrudgingly send a gift that “works” which most likely arrives in a crushed paper box accompanied by a generic typed note…? Or maybe you have a…
North Yorkshire is a stunning part of the country and being from East Yorkshire ourselves, it is right on our doorstep, how lucky are we? Even though we say that, we often neglect places close to home in favour of far-flung destinations. However, after our visit to Pickering in early January to visit some friends…
If you are pregnant, or know someone who is, please read this. This is Leo. He is a miracle. Most people have never heard of Vasa Praevia, and due to its rarity, thankfully most people will never experience it. Yet knowing about it could save your baby’s life. My 20 week anomaly scan revealed that…
We are so excited to be opening for February Half Term, 10th – 18th February! UNDERCOVER FUN There’s loads of undercover fun including Lambing Live (if you’re lucky you might even see one being born), tractor trailer rides, animal petting barn with Piglet Maternity Ward and lots more. BALE PLAY BAAARN Plus, explore the Bale…
I am SJ Barker, mum of Henry (5 years) and Eliza (3 years) living just outside Malton. I also have additional members of the family: 2 horses (Osi and Patsy), 7 Ryeland sheep (with some more due any minute!) and 5 Araucana chickens who produce blue eggs. I already run Ryedale Mumbler and it has…
15 Things To Do Indoors On A Rainy Day With another round of wet and windy weather heading to Yorkshire, Mumbler has some great ideas of fun indoor activity ideas to keep the little ones busy. 1. Make Shadow Puppets This website has STAR WARS shadow puppet ideas! But you can make anything you want…
The Home and Office Stores are an independent UK family run furniture company based in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Their mission is very simple, to offer friendly and professional customer service and support combined with good quality, practical and affordable furniture for the home and office. As well as offering a…
A Yorkshire Bank Bike Library has moved into its quirky new premises where bicycles will be ‘chained up’ – Scarborough Victorian Prison. The Coast and Dale Bike Library, which has been running for just over a year and is part of the Scarborough & Ryedale Community Cycling centre, had been looking for new premises when…
The perfect UK family holiday? Outdoor adventures, a picnic by the river and ice creams at the seaside. Lazy afternoons with no agenda, family games and fun places to visit. Special moments that make lasting memories. Whether you have little ones who want to splash in puddles and look at the squirrels, older children who…
Hello – we’d like to tell you a bit about what we’ve been up to in Fostering North Yorkshire. Every year we look after around 300 children across the county at any one time – and it takes some very dedicated people to care for them. There’s often a number of reasons why the children…
