A Guide to Summer in Yorkshire 2013
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Welcome to our new guide to summer in Yorkshire. These pages are packed with ideas to inspire, entertain and explore right across our county. Head for ancient castles and abbeys or national museums and galleries. Venture into the great outdoors, head along the coastline, or maybe experience a summer in the city. The choice is yours. And with the Tour de France coming to Yorkshire in 2014, now is a great time to discover the county that will host the largest annual sporting event in the world.
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Cover image: Building sandcastles in Bridlington
From theme parks to National Parks, Yorkshire is the ideal destination for family breaks. Escape to Lightwater Valley and discover the excitement of a day bursting with thrills, chills and adventure! Explore the mysterious subterranean world of Raptor Attack and hurtle through some of our deepest, darkest forest aboard Europe’s longest roller coaster – The Ultimate. We are delighted to bring the UK’s biggest Angry Birds Activity Park to Yorkshire. Come and enjoy the fun at Lightwater Valley this summer! Mark Bainbridge General Manager, Lightwater Valley
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things to do before you grow up
Dramatic coastlines in East Yorkshire.
Go fly a kite There are plenty of wide, windy and quiet beaches and open countryside in Yorkshire to practise your kite flying skills. From the golden sands of Scarborough and Filey, to the parks and open areas around our towns and cities. Watch your kites soar into clear blue skies and enjoy the fantastic fresh Yorkshire air. Not every day will be perfect for flying your kite but it’s always fun to try. Alternatively, head to Harewood House each May, to the annual Kite Festival, where the skies above Harewood will be ablaze with kites of every shape, size and colour. Seaside fun in Whitby.
ROKT Climbing Gym in Brighouse.
Climb a vertical face Experience the thrilling rush of abseiling down or climbing up a vertical face! How Stean Gorge in the stunning Yorkshire Dales offers adventure in a spectacular limestone gorge. Enjoy indoor climbing at its best at ROKT Climbing Gym in Brighouse or step out over the edge of a rock-face at Above and Below in Clapham. Try mastering the huge curved overhangs of the main wall at Leeds Wall, enjoy clambering on the edge of hard sandstone at Scugdale in the North York Moors National Park or at Pule Hill near Marsden you can conquer a cliff with two contrasting sets of climbs.
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Rock climbing adventures.
Whitby Abbey.
Hunt for treasure on the beach Fancy following in the footsteps of dinosaurs? Go fossil hunting on Yorkshire’s Dinosaur Coast. This is a stretch of coastline around 35 miles long, which stretches right from Staithes in the north, to Flamborough in East Yorkshire.
Climb a huge hill Yorkshire has some of the most spectacular hills in England. For those who like a real challenge, Yorkshire superstars the Three Peaks beckon. Why not explore Simon’s Seat with its rocky summit dominating the skyline above the picturesque village of Appletreewick or traverse the famous outcrop and boulder that make up the Cow and Calf Rocks, high on Ilkley Moor. Visitors to the North York Moors National Park can enjoy excellent views from both Hawnby Hill and Easterside Hill, two steep sided, heather coated hills to climb. Amazing finds along our shoreline.
Find your own waterfall Who doesn’t love a waterfall? There is something magical about the sight and sound of water tumbling over rocks and boulders. Visit Aysgarth Falls, West Burton Falls and Janet’s Foss in the Yorkshire Dales. Cotter Force in Hawes is a lovely secluded waterfall and Mallyan Spout in Goathland is the highest waterfall in the North York Moors. Explore the Cow & Calf Rocks in Ilkley.
Swinner Gill waterfall.
Prepare for battle Historical military re-enactments bring Yorkshire’s past to life, whether it is a display of knights battling it out on horseback, a Viking parade or a lesson in medieval cookery. Yorkshire’s military heritage sites lead the rest of the country in staging live events at historic abbeys, castles, houses and gardens. Get closer to the action than ever before at the Royal Armouries in Leeds and watch spectacular live demonstrations, lavish re-enactments and jousting tournaments or come face to face with a Viking as you journey back in time at JORVIK Viking Centre in York. Children can dress up as medieval nobles in splendid costumes and hats, including a medieval crown at Clifford’s Tower.
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Discover the Royal Armouries in Leeds.
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Check out huge rock pools Fancy peering at periwinkles and spying starfish this summer? Grab a net and explore the many rock pools that appear when the tide goes out, where you can spend hours exploring for all manner of marine life. The best spots are Robin Hood’s Bay, Flamborough Head, Filey Brigg and Staithes.
Climb through the forest Climb into the forest canopy and test your mettle on the rope courses and abseiling classes at Aerial Extreme Adventure Experiences in Bedale, Log Heights in Ripley or The Web Adventures Park in York. Amaze yourself as you take each of the challenges head on, from speedy zips to mid-air jumps and trapeze in tree tops. Go rockpooling in East Yorkshire.
Try some indoor attractions When the weather takes a turn for the worse and you really can’t get outside, Yorkshire has plenty of indoor fun to keep everyone entertained. The Yorkshire Museum in York houses some of the finest collections of archaeological and geological finds in Europe. Xscape at Castleford has some amazing high adrenalin attractions such as SNO!zone indoor real snow slope and Flow House indoor surf experience. Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial near York is an internationally acclaimed collection featuring over 60 historic aircraft and vehicles. Alternatively discover the highest, longest and deepest canal in the UK at Standedge Tunnel in Marsden. You also have the chance to stay dry or get wet at Magna Science Adventure Centre in Rotherham. The interactive pavilions bring the elements to life. For something a little bit different visit the World of James Herriot in Thirsk, James Herriot’s original home recreated as it was in the 1940’s and see TV sets from ‘All Creatures Great and Small’.
Tree top adventures.
Xscape in Castleford.
Explore Yorkshire’s landscapes
Enjoying the fresh air at Langsett reservoir in South Yorkshire.
The Tour de France Grand Départ starts in the county on 5th July 2014. Yorkshire is an excellent place for families to get on their bikes and explore more of our glorious county. Peddle your way through picturesque market towns, stunning coastline and the tranquil beauty of the countryside. Discover our wonderful reservoirs including the woodland and moorland cycle route at Langsett Reservoir. Journey across Denton and Blubberhouses Moor at Swinsty Moor or enjoy the circular route around Butterley Reservoir, located within the town of Marsden. The choices are endless. YORKSHIRE.COM/WHAT-TO-DO
We are family Summer is a fantastic time for parents with children of all ages to get out and about. What with all the exciting, unique and varied activities and events in Yorkshire, the possibilities are endless for families.
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Children can get hands on at Eureka! The National Children’s Museum in Halifax, with hundreds of exhibitions to ignite their imaginations. Lovers of film, television and the internet can find all this and more at the National Media Museum in Bradford. Another attraction is the National Coal Mining Museum for England in Wakefield, where you can discover the hidden world of centuries of mining and even go underground yourself. More family fun can be found at The Hepworth Wakefield. Alongside the exhibitions there is a family trail to help explore the galleries. Housed in an original Prisoner of War Camp, a visit to Eden Camp in Malton will transport you back in time to wartime Britain. Take the family to the Metrodome Leisure Complex in Barnsley and enjoy a great day at the Calypso Cove waterpark. If you want to ensure the summer holidays are a scream, head to Yorkshire’s theme parks. From animal encounters to white knuckle rides, these attractions have it all. Ride one of the tallest vertical drop rides in Europe, the Cliff Hanger, or Mumbo Jumbo, at Flamingo Land Resort near Malton. For the longest roller coaster, head to Lightwater Valley, in Ripon, where The Ultimate offers thrills on its 1.5 mile track. Discover great attractions along the Yorkshire Coast. Children can enjoy the open air boating lakes at Peasholm Park in Scarborough or Glen Gardens in Filey, visit the house where Captain Cook trained as a seaman leading to his epic voyages of discovery at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby or watch exciting marine displays, talks and feeding demonstrations at Scarborough SEA LIFE Centre. Have a magical adventure this summer at Stockeld Park’s ‘The Summer Adventure’, opening in mid-July. There’s a roller rink, a maze and lots of indoor play and outdoor fresh air fun. Lose yourself in York Maze, a giant maize maze made from over one million maize plants. Or try Copley’s Corn Maze, in Purston, Pontefract, one of the largest in Great Britain.
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Images: Yorkshire is home to some fantastic places that will inspire great days out for all ages. With plenty to keep children entertained you’ll make memories of a lifetime.
Left to right: Ripley Castle makes for a fascinating and entertaining day out. Explore the cobbled streets of Hull’s Old Town, dominated by beautiful architecture.
Great escapes & city breaks
Clockwise from top left: Wild West fun at Pinewood Holiday Park. All smiles during a stay at La Rosa. Comfort, nostalgia and halcyon days of summer are what the Jollydays camping experience is all about. La Rosa’s traditional caravans.
Fireside Fun Camping and caravanning is about getting away from it all, pitching up at a scenic spot and revelling in the freedom of the great outdoors. With mile upon mile of sweeping coastline, rugged moorland and undulating hills, Yorkshire is full of picturesque places where you can wake up to birdsong and the smell of sausages sizzling on a campfire. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or a wannabe ‘glamper’, you’ll find plenty of sites across the county offering all sorts of accommodation.
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For those who like the thought of getting close to nature but dread spending a night away from home comforts, Jollydays, in Scrayingham, near York, is the perfect choice, offering all the luxury of a boutique hotel under canvas – think four-poster beds, wooden floors and chandeliers. Or you can try La Rosa near Goathland - a magical 20 acre campsite extraordinaire, with everything designed to be eco-friendly. If you fancy playing cowboys and Indians, then Pinewood Holiday Park, in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds and just a couple of miles from Scarborough, is the ideal destination. There are authentic American Indian tipis, which come complete with wooden floors, carpets, rugs, comfortable beds and that all-important luxury of electricity. Looking for a campsite that offers the flexibility of being close to the City and also being right in the middle of the greenest areas of Sheffield? Medi Spa Camping in the Rivelin Valley, with its river and walks is a great way to get back to nature. Or enjoy panoramic views over the beautiful surrounding countryside at Upwood Holiday Park in Haworth and take away the possible lows of camping, in a Camping Pod. The Hideaway @ Baxby Manor near York is a small, relaxed and friendly campsite that offers you chilled out camping and glamping, nestled in the midst of a 110 acre farm. Alternatively, at Glampit.com, tell them where you want to set up camp and they will turn up before you to set up your glampsite with all the trimmings! After you have chilled fully in your own cool camp, they will come along and take it all down.
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Left to right: The beautiful, award winning gardens of Burton Agnes Hall. Kevin Sinfield in Super League action for Leeds Rhinos at Headingley Carnegie Stadium in Leeds.
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Incredible gardens & iconic events
Blooming brilliant holidays This page: Take a stroll through the beautiful gardens at Newby Hall. Opposite top to bottom: Castle Howard’s gardens are a must-see. Enjoy the beautiful 18th Century Walled Rose Garden at Sledmere House. Scampston Walled Garden is a stunningly contemporary garden, quite unlike any other.
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A splash of summer colour Our award winning gardens and parks come in all shapes and sizes, and are some of the finest in England. Yorkshire is designing and planting some of Europe’s most exciting new gardens such as Scampston Walled Garden, near Malton. Visit Beningbrough Hall & Gardens near York for a friendly, relaxed and inspiring journey. Walk though pear arches and hidden gateways or stroll along grand borders and discover hidden woods. Wentworth Castle Gardens and Stainborough Park near Barnsley, is the only Grade 1 historic garden and parkland in South Yorkshire. Over near Ripon, Newby Hall & Gardens is famed for its magnificent double herbaceous borders. Roundhay Park in Leeds is one of the biggest city parks in Europe and comprises of an amazing 700 acres of parkland, woodland and lakes. Wolds Way Lavender is located near the Wolds Way Walk in East Yorkshire, and has lavender ranging from rich hues of purple to the purest white. After visiting our great gardens why not create your own dream garden at: www.marshalls.co.uk/ scrapbook 19
Summer in Skipton A magnificent medieval castle, a bustling and beautiful canal, an award winning high street, lovely markets and wonderful woodland walks…Skipton has it all! This lively Yorkshire town offers a fantastic family day out. Intriguing museums, fascinating events, boutique shopping, country walks, high quality accommodation, welcoming pubs and restaurants and friendly folk make a visit to Skipton one you won’t forget. Rightly known as ‘The Gateway to the Dales’, Skipton will be your introduction to the best of Yorkshire life, and is an ideal base for magnificent walking, riding and cycling holidays. Take a walk in the magical Skipton Castle Woods, a woodland haven by one of Britain’s best preserved medieval castles Skipton Castle. Over 900 years old, you’re able to explore every historic nook and cranny. Take a walk down the snickets leading off the High Street and you will find Skipton’s colourful canal basin, where visitors can enjoy a narrow boat trip. A largely undiscovered gem, Skipton has all the ingredients for a truly memorable visit. Go to www.welcometoskipton.com or call 01756 792809 for a free guide.
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Summer events Sheep Day, 7th July The name Skipton really means ‘Sheep Town’! Sheep Day pays tribute to our heritage and brings sheep and the countryside back to the High Street. Yorkshire Day Celebrations, 1st - 4th August 2013 sees Skipton hosting the annual Yorkshire Day celebrations. Across the whole weekend, Skipton will be celebrating all things Yorkshire. You’ll be able to sample everything from a ‘day at the seaside’ in the Canal Basin to flat-cap throwing and wellie-wanging. Puppet Festival 27th - 29th September This international festival celebrates the puppet art form in all its guises, and offers fantastic entertainment! Expect a variety of performances as well as extensive free street entertainment for all.
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Clockwise from left: Castle Howard is one of England’s grandest Baroque mansions. The unique Brodsworth Hall in South Yorkshire. Rievaulx Abbey is the perfect choice for a peaceful and tranquil day out. Beverley Minster is regarded by many people as a gothic masterpiece.
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History heaven You wake up to a beautiful morning and a day all to yourself. Make the most of it by visiting some of the county’s most stunning and historically rich heritage sites. In Yorkshire, there’s always something to see or do across our heritage properties. Head for the Yorkshire Coast to the iconic ruins of Whitby Abbey and see why generations have been drawn to this dramatic coastline with its fabulous views and moody magnificence. Visit the North York Moors and explore Rievaulx Abbey, one of the most tranquil sites in Yorkshire, and discover why it was described as ‘everywhere peace, everywhere serenity’. Not forgetting Pickering Castle on the edge of the North York Moors, which has been a royal hunting lodge, holiday home and a stud farm by a succession of medieval kings. Or you can stroll in the footsteps of monks at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon. Brodsworth Hall and Gardens in South Yorkshire is unique. No glossily restored showpiece, this house is ‘conserved as found’. In contrast, the gardens are beautifully restored as a ‘collection of grand gardens in miniature’, complete with children’s play area. The award winning grounds of Castle Howard have free outdoor guided tours running from March to October. Dash into the grand halls at Sledmere House, near Driffield and stop for afternoon tea in their accompanying tea rooms. Whilst in Driffield, explore the magnificent carvings and contemporary furniture at the magnificent family home of Burton Agnes Hall and Gardens. So come and step into England’s story as you explore, enjoy and experience our wonderful heritage and gardens.
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Summer in the city
Yorkshire’s cities deliver a fabulous mix of fashion, fun, culture, clubs, music and mouth-watering food. There’s something for everyone. Hull has transformed itself over recent years and has been described as a gem in Yorkshire’s magnificent crown. Take a stroll through the old town, named as one of the best preserved urban areas thanks to its historic pubs, museums and cafés. Princes Dock Street is a hub for diners, with a fantastic selection of al fresco options and for cappuccinos, cosmopolitans or locally brewed real ales and ciders, Hull’s Old Town offers a slice of history and a pint of the past. If there’s one place that has it all, it’s Sheffield. On one hand it’s a thriving hub with music, sports, entertainment venues such as Motorpoint Arena and shopping scenes that draw in visitors from miles around. And on the other, it’s a city just minutes away from the exciting wilderness of the Peak District. For delicious dining visit the multi-award winning gastro pub the Milestone or take a taxi out to The Old Vicarage, Sheffield’s only Michelin Star restaurant.
Main image: Hull Marina. Inset images clockwise from left: Sheffield Botanical Gardens. Leeds Arena. The Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Bradford City Square. Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa in York. Clifford’s Tower in York. Millennium Square in Sheffield. Shopping in the Victoria Quarter, Leeds. Ripon Cathedral.
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Stunning views, history and a gateway to the Dales – it can only mean one thing, the Cathedral City of Ripon. The old city of Ripon is filled with shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs, including La Brasserie Ripon, proudly standing opposite the stunning Ripon Cathedral.
The Wakefield area is best known for art and food. The annual Wakefield Festival of Food, Drink and Rhubarb, the breathtaking Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the award winning The Hepworth Wakefield have put the city firmly on the map. Leeds offers everything you would expect from one of the UK’s leading cities, and more. Visit for a weekend and you’ll be rewarded with some of Britain’s best shopping, sightseeing, sport, art, culture and nightlife. Opening in autumn 2013, Leeds Arena will host around 140 events a year, including pop and rock concerts and family entertainment. Just a short drive away is Bradford, a successful fusion of old and new, east and west. As well as being a UNESCO City of Film with Yorkshire’s only IMAX cinema at the National Media Museum, Bradford proudly boasts a wide collection of galleries and theatres. Celebrated the world over for its colourful history and heritage, visitors to York can enjoy the city from a different perspective on a cruise along the beautiful River Ouse with Yorkboat and whilst there, why not discover chocolate’s origins, how to make it, and how to taste it like an expert at York’s Chocolate Story. Accommodation in our Yorkshire citys is as varied and eclectic as every other aspect of the county, so there’s bound to be a room that suits you. 27
Angry Birds & happy kids Lightwater Valley is a family theme park located in the heart of Yorkshire, nestled between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks. Easily accessible, just north of the picturesque city of Ripon and only 7 miles from the A1(M), Lightwater Valley offers thrills, chills and adventure with over 40 rides and attractions.
New for 2013: The Angry Birds have landed! Lightwater Valley is home to the UK’s biggest Angry Birds Activity Park, bringing the world’s number 1 mobile game to life in a fun and active experience for the whole family. Incorporating all the Angry Birds characters you know and love, the Activity Park offers over 30,000 square feet of interactive play complete with tube slides, pig tunnels, slingshots and Angry Birds nesting towers from which to survey the enemy - the Piggies! There’s also the Angry Birds Space indoor activity centre specially created with our younger guests in mind. Big and small kids alike can pitch their skills in the interactive Red Bird and Yellow Bird dance zones, which use movement and sound to deliver a unique kind of game play and of course, there are plenty of gigantic touch screens to play the classic Angry Birds game.
Ultimate attractions Set in over 175 acres of beautiful Yorkshire countryside, the theme park is home to some of the UK’s most iconic rides including The Ultimate, the longest rollercoaster in Europe and the Black Pearl, the only full 360° pirate ship in the country. New attractions for 2013 include Lightwater Valley Falconry, which is now included in your admission ticket, and Eagles Creek Farm, a fun and entertaining family farmyard ride. Lightwater Valley also hosts a popular event programme including Frightwater - The Spine Chilling Adventure (31 Oct – 2 Nov) and Nightwater - The Ultimate Fireworks (3 Nov).
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Adventures for all Offering Mini, Mega and Ultimate adventures, Lightwater Valley categorises its rides and attractions based on age suitability and unlike other theme parks, grades its admission charges on height, ensuring every guest receives the best experience and value for money. To find out more visit: www.lightwatervalley.co.uk #UltimateAdventure
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Summer favourites & fantastic festivals
Left to right: Getting some summer ice creams from the van in Scarborough. Tramlines Festival, Sheffield’s inner-city festival, is back for its fifth year in 2013.
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• Caravan hire • Touring caravans • Tents • Caravans for sale • Swimming pool • Supermarket • Bar • Play area • Fish & Chip shop • On the coast
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Jasmine Park SNAINTON SCARBOROUGH YO13 9BE • Caravan hire • Touring caravans • Tents • Caravans for sale • Seasonal tourers • Play area • Shop • Close to coast and North York Moors • White Rose Awards Finalist 2012
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Robin Hood Caravan Park SLINGSBY YORK YO62 4AP • Caravan hire • Touring caravans • Tents • Caravans for sale • Seasonal tourers • Play area • Shop • Beautiful location in Howardian Hills • White Rose Awards Finalist 2012
Tel: 01653 628391 www.robinhoodcaravanpark.co.uk
Summer festivals Yorkshire festivals are exciting, unique, innovative, welcoming, and spectacular, Here’s just a taster of what you can expect. Go to www.yorkshire.com/festivals for a complete listing. Scarborough Open Air Theatre Various dates Following the success of last year’s stellar performances, Scarborough Open Air Theatre is back in business for 2013 with another mouth-watering line-up. Pickering 60’s Festival 12 - 16 June 2013 Enjoy live sixties music from both headline and local bands, a parade of classic sixties vehicles, fancy dress, period hairstyling, memorabilia stalls and much more. Grassington Festival 14 - 29 June 2013 For the last two weeks of June each year, Grassington comes alive in a myriad of colours and creativity as artists, bands, art enthusiasts and local people collaborate to entertain and inspire. Beverley Folk Festival Beverley, 21 - 23 June 2013 Musical genres cover Folk, Acoustic, World Music, Americana, Contemporary and some Classic Rock, whilst it retains its roots in the traditional music of the British Isles. The Yorkshire Racing Summer Festival 20 - 28 July 2013 The Festival is really establishing itself as an attraction in its own right and is proudly putting the county on the map as the home of horse racing, serving up a feast of great racing, fabulous prizes, live music and great entertainment.
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Knights, Dragons and Princesses Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds Second Thursday of the month 10am - 11am Is your under 5 a budding knight, lovely princess or little dragon? Then come along and join us for fun at the abbey. Come dressed up but remember we may get messy! Otley Cycle Races 3 July 2013 Once again hosting the opening round of the British Cycling Elite Circuit Race Series. The Otley Town Centre Races are one of the most prestigious criteriums in the calendar. Cliffhanger Sheffield, 6 - 7 July 2013 The aim of this event is to inspire and involve, featuring elite competitions and professional demonstrations in rock climbing, orienteering, mountain biking and more. Great Yorkshire Show Harrogate, 9 - 11 July 2013 More than 130,000 visitors are expected to flock through the gates for an entertaining and informative show, experiencing all aspects of farming and country life. Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival York, 21 - 24 August 2013 Our oldest, richest, fastest, and most famous races provide sporting excellence combined with fashion and fun over four fabulous days. Welcome to Yorkshire Scarborough Cricket Festival Scarborough, 28 - 31 August 2013 If you love cricket and fancy a day by the sea, come and be bowled over by Scarborough. The festival is one of the most historic sporting events in the world.
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Clockwise from top left: Scarborough Open Air Theatre. Cycle races in Yorkshire. The Great Yorkshire Show. 60’s fashions. Beverley Folk Festival. A brave knight in Kirkstall. Celebrating a win at the races. Difficult climbs at Cliffhanger. Classical music at Grassington Festival.
Amazing spaces for family fun
Left to right: Have an open air steam adventure and meet The Railway Children at Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in West Yorkshire. Enjoy award winning beaches in East Yorkshire.
Going wild From the smallest creepy crawlies to the kings of the jungle, there are loads of places to see all kinds of animals in Yorkshire. It’s not just the rarest and most exotic creatures that can produce the most awe and wonder, even native species can be very intriguing – as you will find out on your very own.
the Tropical Butterfly House in Sheffield. At Pesky Husky Trekking you can even take a trek on the North York Moors, available October to March.
Clockwise from left: Adel the lion at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Eager huskys waiting for a ride. Surrounded by fish at The Deep. Beautiful Amur tigers.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster, is home to 12 lions, as well as Amur tigers, painted hunting dogs and lemurs. Talks at feedings times throughout the day allow you to find out more about these magnificent creatures.
Flamingo Land Resort Zoo at Kirby Misperton near Malton, combines a theme park with white knuckle and family rides, and a well-stocked zoo. For animal lovers, there’s a plentiful supply of favourites from penguins, to giraffes, gibbons, magnificent Siberian tigers and the new chimps on the box, meerkats. Or what about a walk with an alpaca in the Hambleton Hills with Beacon Alpacas? Or perhaps llama trekking with Nidderdale Llamas? Bird lovers can find varieties at many different locations, including an eagle owl, gyr merlin and peregrin falcon at Park Rose Birds of Prey Centre and Animal Park, in Bridlington. If you’ve ever wanted to feed a penguin, you can do so at Harewood House near Leeds. Also on display at the bird garden are flamingos, cranes and macaws to name but a few. At Park Rose Village in Bridlington you can enjoy activities from F1 racing to a birds of prey and animal park. All in all, there is enough animal activity in Yorkshire to have a really wild day out.
Farmyard animals are always a delight to see, such as at Betton Farm Visitor Centre at East Ayton, Monk Park Farm near Thirsk and Big Sheep Little Cow in Bedale, with animals you can feed, as well as some more unusual creatures. Mainsgill Farm near Richmond and Cannon Hall Farm in Barnsley even have llamas. Head beneath the waves at The Deep, Hull, and look a shark in the eye, come face to face with a stingray and be amazed at the assortment of fish in the world’s oceans. Smaller animals can be just as amazing as you can often get closer to them. Meerkats can be found at Tropical World in Roundhay Park, Leeds, or discover all the wildlife at
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YORKSHIRE BY SEA Ferry services to Hull and Newcastle link Yorkshire with Holland, Belgium and Germany. P&O Ferries operate overnight services to Hull from Rotterdam and Zeebrugge. YORKSHIRE BY ROAD Britain’s biggest and fastest highways cross Yorkshire from north to south and east to west, making getting here by car or by coach very simple indeed. YORKSHIRE BY AIR Leeds-Bradford International Airport is our busiest air gateway, with flights from Aberdeen, Belfast, Bristol, Exeter, Edinburgh, Glasgow, the Isle of Man, London Gatwick, Newquay, Plymouth and Southampton. You can also fly to Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield, Humberside Airport and Durham Tees Valley Airport.
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