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Our family activity guide brings the playground of Yorkshire to your home.
D elve underground to explore Yorkshire’s mining history, or dive into an underwater world with an array of aquatic life - this guide is jam - packed with adventures for all the family.
From medieval museums to modern - day media, Yorkshire is full of world - class attractions and we’ve put together this guide as your go - to inspiration for a spectacular day out. There are even puzzles and games included to keep little ones busy.
Whether you’d like an edu cational visit, a chance to enjoy the outdoors or a thrill-seeking theme park, you can find it all in our wonderful county.
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Sea Life Sanctuary
Dive into an underwater world at SEA LIFE Scarborough. Take a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean through 12 themed zones. Get closer to over 1,000 amazing creatures, come face to fin with sharks and have a hands-on rock pool experience, plus the brand-new feature for 2018, Claws: Invasion! Don’t forget the outdoor exhibits penguins, seals and otters!
01723 373414 www.visitsealife.com/scarborough/discover
Sea Life Sanctuary Voucher - 50% off for up to 4 people 1. This voucher entitles a maximum of 4 people to 50% off the adult or child on the day entry price. 2. This voucher is not valid for use in conjunction with any other offer, discount, concession, online or call centre booking. 3. This voucher has no cash value and sale is not permitted. Any attempts to resell this voucher will render it void. 4. This voucher is valid at SEA LIFE Scarborough only. 5. This voucher is valid until 31st December 2018. 6. This voucher remains the property of Merlin Entertainments who reserve the right to take possession of this voucher at any time. 7. This voucher must be presented and surrendered at the attraction at the time of ticket purchase. 8. For full terms and conditions, including attraction restrictions (which are an inherent part of this voucher), visit Sealife.co.uk/terms or call 0871 423 2110 (calls to this number cost 13p per minute plus your providers access charge). REF: BigPlayground18
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If you’re looking for a fantastic choice of fun-filled activities es to keep the kids entertained then head to Summit Indoor Adventure, Selby. You can run, slide and clamber around Adventure Play. Scale new heights on over twenty Adventure Climb walls. Everyone can test their nerve on Aerial Trek. Practise skateboard, scooter and BMX tricks in the indoor Ride Zone or find out who’s the kingpin with a game of Ten Pin.
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Camp Hill
Discover this family-friendly park with acres of space to explore. Take a quad bike or Segway through the woods, have a game of footgolf, or build a den in the Woodland Kingdom. Try the High Ropes course and swing through the trees or take on the Skywalk and 575ft Zip Wire. Sleep in a tipi, safari tent or geodome at Camp Katur glamping.
01845 567788
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A unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers and follies created in a four-acre garden in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. See the Temple of the Underworld, the Eye of the Needle, a huge pyramid and statues to discover at every turn. A day out with a difference with plenty to challenge and delight children of all ages.
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Castle Howard
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Spend happy days exploring magical woodland paths, picnicking by the lake and discovering flowers and wildlife in the walled garden. Take a ride on the Great Lake when the boat is sailing and ride the land train to the lakeside adventure playground to let off steam on the swings, slides, towers and bridges. Explore the treasures inside the house to end the perfect family day out. Castle Howard – A place like no other.
01653 648333
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Kilnsey Park
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Kilnsey Park is a great family day out in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Catch a fish and feed the animals before relaxing in the homely café. Follow the nature trail, meet red squirrels and see the UK’s rarest orchid. Join our family bushcraft days - build a den then enjoy marshmallows over the campfire.
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Get ready for a fantastic family day out at Piglets Adventure Farm Farm, packed with exciting attractions and lots of farm fun. Take a tractor and trailer ride to the Bale Play Baaarn, bounce high on the Jumping Pillows or try your hand at Crazy Golf. See adorable animals and get up close to piglets in the Piglet Maternity Ward. There are tasty treats in Truffles Trough Café and The Coffee House too. A day of adventure for the whole family whatever the weather!
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Colour in the stamps once you’ve visited each of these places! 1. Seek out
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Experience a self-steering family racing car in Flamingo Land’s new ride FLAMINGO 1. You and two fellow competitors can race against each other!
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The Deep
Visit The Deep in Hull this summer and enjoy a fun-filled day out. out With over 5,000 animals including spectacular sharks and rays, colourful reef fish, Loggerhead sea turtles and a colony of Gentoo penguins, there is something to keep all ages entertained. Learn all about the story of the oceans, which is brought to life through magnificent aquatic species, interactive displays and exciting presentations. See daily dive shows, animal feeds and much more.
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William’s Den
William’s Den gives children the chance to connect with nature re and get active. It includes an expansive outdoor play area with water play, discovery zones, unique play structures, den-making materials and space to run free. Inside there is a bespoke, wooden-crafted sensory play zone, bridges, tunnels and climbing nets. William’s Den facilities are tailored to families and located in the stunning Yorkshire Wolds, within easy reach of the M62.
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Yorkshire by air
International flights connect Yorkshire to the rest of the world, as well as UK flights from Aberdeen, Belfast, Newquay and Southampton to Leeds Bradford Yorkshire’s Airport, Doncaster Sheffield Airport, Humberside Airport and Durham Tees Valley Airport.
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Yorkshire by rail
Yorkshire’s cities and market towns are easy to get to from other parts of the country. Travel to Yorkshire with high-speed trains from either London or Edinburgh in less than two hours with LNER and Grand Central services. You can also get to Yorkshire by train from the north-west with First TransPennine Express, who offer direct services into the county from Liverpool and Manchester. Northern Rail also offer direct services to Yorkshire from the north-west.
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These are the colours of the lemur’s tail. Sheffield, S10 2TP Weston Park Museum tells the story of Sheffield from prehistory right up to the present day. See Spike the Woolly Rhino, visit the Butcher’s Shop and explore some of the ancient artefacts discovered in the region. You’ll find out all about the wildlife that calls the city home, discover treasures from around the globe, and have the chance to get hands-on with a host of family activities guaranteed to set imaginations soaring. 16
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Visit one of Barnsley Museums’ five, free, fun, family-friendly attractions! Find fascinating exhibitions, activities and events in unique surroundings. See a working watermill nestled in a nature reserve, a Georgian country house with park and gardens to explore, a newly transformed art gallery, a model industrial village and an award-winning interactive museum.
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Yorkshire boasts more top racecourses than any other region of the UK: Ripon, Catterick, Beverley, Thirsk, Pontefract, Wetherby, York, Redcar and Doncaster. Let’s go check out what’s happening in West Yorkshire!
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Standedge Tunnel
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Hard hats at the ready! Standedge Tunnel is Britain’s longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel, hidden deep beneath the beautiful Pennine countryside. One of the seven wonders of our waterways, this must-see attraction is a great day out for all the family! Step on board for a 30minute boat trip through the 200-yearold tunnel where you will hear fascinating tales from times gone by. Discover the history of Standedge in the itor centre which is FREE to enter. The visitor kidss will love our indoor soft pl play area ND outdoor adventure play a AND area!
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This must-see attraction provides a great day out with a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground to explore England’s last deep coal mine. Meet a miner who will guide you on your unforgettable adventure at Caphouse Colliery. Over the summer visit the beach @ Pit, fab adventure playground and explore their 45-acre rural site. You can be sure of a warm Yorkshire welcome!
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Near Huddersfield HD8 9XJ Enjoy a trip behind Yorkshire’s Great Little Steam Trains, running ning for three and a half miles through the beautiful South Pennine foothills. The railway was once a standard gauge branch line which has been redeveloped to become a popular, all-weather family attraction! Experience outdoor playgrounds, a café, bouncy castles (weather permitting), stunning views and a full programme of special events. A fun day out for all! Under 3’s GO FREE! 24
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BOWES
WHITBY ROBIN HOOD’S BAY
RICHMOND REETH SEDBERGH
YORKSHIRE DALES
NORTH YORK MOORS NATIONAL PARK
LEYBURN
HAWES MASHAM
FILEY
A1 (M)
INGLETON
SETTLE MALHAM
SCARBOROUGH PICKERING
THIRSK
MALTON
FLAMBOROUGH HEAD
BRIDLINGTON
GRASSINGTON DRIFFIELD
KNARESBOROUGH
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SKIPTON
ILKLEY
HARROGATE HORNSEA
A1 (M) KEIGHLEY HAWORTH
BEVERLEY
WETHERBY
M1 M606
SELBY
M621
M62 WITHERNSEA
HUMBER BRIDGE
HALIFAX PONTEFRACT
M62 HUDDERSFIELD
M180 BARNSLEY
PEAK DISTRICT
1
Sea Life Sanctuary
2
Summit Indoor Adventure
11
Camp Hill Forbidden Corner
13 The Deep
Castle Howard Kilnsey Park
14
15
Treetop Nets York Theatre Royal Page 7
24
22
17 Visit Doncaster Page 18
18
Standedge Tunnel Page 21
23
National Coal Mining Museum Page 21
24
Kirklees Light Railway Page 21
25
Xscape Page 22
Page 17
26
Tong Garden Centre Page 23
Calypso Cove Page 19
Page 6
10
East Riding Council
Royal Armouries Museum Page 20
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Page 6
9
William’s Den
Pontefract Racecourse Page 20
21
Page 11
National Railway Museum 16 Weston Park Museum Piglets Adventure Farm
20
Page 11 & page 14/15
Page 6
8
M18
Page 9
Page 5
7
A1 (M)
North York Moors National Park
12 Flamingo Land
Page 5
6
SPURN POINT
DONCASTER
Page 8
Page 5
5
GRIMSBY
Page 4
Page 5
4
M180
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M1
M181
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Barnsley Page 20
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