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Wacky Warehouse - Riverside Farm (2 miles)

York

Wacky Warehouse - Riverside Farm The UK’s award winning soft play and activity centre for children. Whether you’re looking to meet up with friends, get messy with your kids during our arts & craft sessions, book a birthday party or simply relax with a magazine or coffee, whilst your child plays, Wacky Warehouse – the indoor play centre is the perfect venue for you!

National Railway Museum (3 miles)

York

National Railway Museum National Railway Museum - for big trains, bigger rides and the biggest day out, come to York, to the worlds largest railway museum. Explore our three giant halls for a complete family experience packed full of incredible trains and interactive fun. Discover the fascinating story of the train.

Wacky Warehouse - Flying Legends (3 miles)

York

Wacky Warehouse - Flying Legends - following the tried and tested formula of great kids soft play structure with balls and slides and loads of climbing things, so the kids can have a great time running themselves ragged, while you put you feel up with a nice cup of refreshment - jobs a good 'un!!

Tenpin York (3 miles)

York

Tenpin York Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Tenpin has 28 lanes!

York Boat (3 miles)

York

York Boat - see for yourself where Saxons fought Vikings in 1066, where monks entertained their guests and witches were ducked in the Middle Ages. Sit on the top deck or retreat to the warmth of the bar and lounge. Or even take a special evening Ghost Cruise!

Rainbows Ceramic Painting Studio (3 miles)

York

Rainbows Ceramic Painting Studio is a paint-your-own ceramics studio situated in the heart of York. We offer a fun and relaxing environment for people of all ages to come and express their creativity. One of the many fun family activities if you're looking for things to do with children in North Yorkshire

Yorkshire Museum (3 miles)

York

Yorkshire Museum With archaeology, geology, biology and astronomy collections on view you won't run out of things to look at!

Viking Walk (4 miles)

York

Viking Walk Not the fainthearted, a gruesome and thrilling history lesson as you travel back to the 9th century and see where the Vikings fought to take the city in a bloody battle! One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in York with kids.

York Minster Mystery Trail (4 miles)

York

York Minster Mystery Trail The regional detective Willie Solvit, is baffled by the death of novice campanologist, Terry Bell. There had been some anonymous complaints made to the police about loud, out of tune bell ringing during the hours of darkness. Help Willie solve the clues, and you could win a cash prize.

Barley Hall (4 miles)

York

Barley Hall See the sights, handle the objects and experience what it would have been like to live in Medieval England.

York Dungeon (4 miles)

York

York Dungeon - not for all children as set in dark, musty, atmospheric cellars and featuring life-size tableaux of Dark Age deaths, medieval punishments and persecution/torture of heretics. Saying that some would love it!! Great place to take the mother-in-law.

Jorvik Viking Centre (4 miles)

York

Jorvik Viking Centre Take hold of the past and explore the excavations which first unearthed the Viking-age city in our brand new exhibitions. As you travel around the Viking-Age city of Jorvik aboard our state of the art time capsules you will encounter the Old-Norse-speaking citizens, see inside their houses and back yards, experience every-day life in JORVIK.

York Minster (4 miles)

York

York Minster York Minster is a world-famous artistic and architectural masterpiece with a rich and thrilling history.

Creepy Crawlies Adventure Playsite (4 miles)

York

Creepy Crawlies Adventure Playsite 11,000 square feet of fantastic family fun. York’s largest premier indoor adventure play area.

DIG (4 miles)

York

DIG Owned by the same archaeologists who discovered the Viking-Age City and created JORVIK Viking Centre. DIG offers you a unique archaeological adventure to get you on your way to becoming a real archaeologist. This is a one of a kind!

York Castle Museum (4 miles)

York

York Castle Museum One of Britain's leading museums of everyday life. It shows how people used to live by displaying thousands of household objects recreating rooms, shops, whole streets!

Water World (5 miles)

York

Water World Water World - where the kids can slide down one of the three exciting flume rides, dare them to face 'The Edge', swim against the waves, ride the 'Torpedo Tube' or endure the 'Rapids Descent! Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Yorkshire.

Tockwith Motor Sports (6 miles)

York

Tockwith Motor Sports Strictly for over 14s, this 1260m circuit offers junior instructed lessons after which they are welcome for the open drive sessions. A fantastic experience for kids, and maybe the start of a lifelong interest.

Yorkshire Museum of Farming (7 miles)

York

Yorkshire Museum of Farming 14 acres of parkland dedicated to Yorkshire’s farming past. Indoor and outdoor fun - livestock pens with lots of animals, adventure playground, toy tractors and plenty of open space. Museum displays include child-friendly interactives. Events run throughout the year and costumed interpreters are on site daily in the summer holidays.

Crazy Tykes (7 miles)

Wetherby

Crazy Tykes We offer a dedicated baby and toddler area, a climbing frame designed with total visibility in mind, softball cannons, a spiral tube slide and a four lane astra slide. We also have a mini astro-turf football pitch and a basketball net for the sportier customer.

Yorkshire Air Museum (9 miles)

York

Yorkshire Air Museum Experience the tremendous atmosphere of the award-winning Yorkshire Air Museum & Allied Air Forces Memorial whilst admiring fascinating displays, such as the restored Control Tower, Air Gunners Room, and much more.

Lotherton Hall (12 miles)

Leeds

Lotherton Hall Beautiful Edwardian Country House with bird garden and red deer park - which the small people really love. Good place for picnics

Mother Shipton’s Cave (13 miles)

Knaresborough

Mother Shipton’s Cave The Cave and the famous Petrifying Well form part of a mile long wooded riverside park. Beautiful riverside walk with 4 scenic picnic areas and two adventure playgrounds. There is a museum with live size figures and petrified object display. Gift shop and café serving everything you need for a picnic. Good idea for fun places to go with kids in Yorkshire.

Treasure Island Playcentre (13 miles)

Boroughbridge

Treasure Island Playcentre is a safe, clean indoor playcentre with for adventurous pirates aged between 0 and 7. Our other priority is giving parents the most relaxing time possible! Our coffee is second to none, and our home-made food has a great reputation.

Yorkshire Lavender (13 miles)

York

Yorkshire Lavender We have loads to do for the kids including a lavender maze, hillside snakes and ladders, a deer park, sculpture park & plenty of space for the kids to run around!

Winkies (14 miles)

Harrogate

Winkies Fantastic! Thoroughly unique concept in tiny town role play, with kids' computers, trampolines and more in addition to the play frame.

Harrogate Climbing Centre (14 miles)

Harrogate

Harrogate Climbing Centre Climbing is a great way for kids to develop fitness, communication skills and make new friends! At Harrogate Climbing Centre we use our indoor climbing wall to provide kids and youth clubs, family taster sessions, beginners' courses and much more. We also run outdoor climbing sessions for families and children.

Polka Dot Kids Ltd (15 miles)

Garforth

Polka Dot Kids Ltd Kids can play, learn and explore in the play structure which features a dual 4m wavy slide, a football/ basketball pitch, car track and cargo nets. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in West Yorkshire with kids

Odeon Harrogate (15 miles)

Harrogate

Odeon Harrogate 5 screen cinema - a great idea for a family days out in north yorkshire when it's raining

Castle Howard (15 miles)

York

Castle Howard Visit Castle Howard and have fun exploring 1,000 acres of parkland and gardens; jump on the land-train to the Great Lake for boat trips and our new adventure playground; discover more about the amazing history of the house & gardens with school holiday adventure trails and illustrated quiz sheets.

Newby Hall Adventure Garden (15 miles)

Ripon

Newby Hall Adventure Garden A paddling pool, sandpit and swings for toddlers through to climbing frames and bridges, an aerial slide and pedalo boats for the older children. And of course, Newby's famous Miniature Railway is for children and adults alike - of all ages!

Pots 2 Go Ceramic Cafe (15 miles)

Harrogate

Pots 2 Go Ceramic Cafe Paint pottery for a great interactive family activity or hold either a pottery painting or jewellery making party. We also do Magic Custard clay prints and solid casts in a range of materials from plaster to silver (Please book in advance).

Harewood House (15 miles)

Leeds

Harewood House You'll find all sorts of activities here for family fun - Adventure Playground, Bird Garden, Geopod interactive indoor play area - the big problem will be trying to fit it all into one day. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in West Yorkshire with kids

Real Aeroplane Company (16 miles)

Breighton

Real Aeroplane Company During summer weekends many of the `exhibits` can be seen flying in and out of the airfield and in addition the Real Aeroplane Company host their `At Home` Days where many more take to the skies to entertain the public.

The Hydro (16 miles)

Harrogate

The Hydro The Hydro offers three swimming pools (diving, main and teaching), Brimhams Fitness Centre - with gym, dance studio, indoor cycling studio, health and beauty studio, springboard and highboard diving, Harry's Place crÃ¨che, The Energy Bar cafe and more.

Wacky Warehouse - Squinting Cat (16 miles)

Harrogate

Wacky Warehouse - Squinting Cat Wacky Warehouse - Flagship has a purpose built indoor play structure which keeps children amused for hours and whacks them out - leaving the adults to do whatever they want for a few minutes!! Also a great place to go for kids parties.

Burnby Hall Gardens (16 miles)

Pocklington

Burnby Hall Gardens Glorious grounds and gardens with Europe's largest collection of water lilies spread over the lakes. Special outdoor concerts are often held in the grounds during the summer, and regular events such as falconry displays and children's game days. Though delightful, for a full day out we recommend including other activities in your schedule.

RHS Harlow Carr (16 miles)

Harrogate

RHS Harlow Carr Lots to see and do for the whole family - see great review when you push the more info button.

Roundhay Tropical World (17 miles)

Leeds

Roundhay Tropical World Keep a look out for exotic animals on your journey, you will discover snakes, spiders, Meerkats and Lemurs along with many unusual topical insects as you go through the tropical island.

Log Heights (17 miles)

Ripley

Log Heights The ultimate outdoor adventure! Whether you are looking for an outdoor corporate teambuilding day or something exciting to do with friends, family or school, the experience at Log Heights is a must and will be talked about for years!

Ripley Castle (17 miles)

Harrogate

Ripley Castle Ripley castle, built in 1345, is full of armour, priests hiding holes and lots of great histrorical things to look at. There are also beautiful gardens and a deer park which the smalls will love - and a large tropical plant collection.

Temple Newsham (17 miles)

Leeds

Temple Newsham A magnificent Tudor–Jacobean mansion set in 1500 acres of scenic parkland, mysterious woodland and Europe's largest working Rare Breeds Farm.

Thackray Museum (18 miles)

Leeds

Thackray Museum Visit the award-winning Thackray Museum for a lively and fun day out for everyone. From a Victorian operating theatre to the wonders of modern surgery, the museum's galleries, collections and interactive displays bring to life the history of medicine.

Monk Park Farm Visitor Centre (18 miles)

Thirsk

Monk Park Farm Visitor Centre Our Farm Park Visitor Centre is located near Thirsk in North Yorkshire and is in the heart of Herriot Country and on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

Golden Acre Park (19 miles)

Leeds

Golden Acre Park 55 hectares of Gardens and mature Woodland surrounding an attractive lake which is home to many species of wildfowl. Adjacent is Breary Marsh Local Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife.

Funalot Indoor Play Centre (19 miles)

Castleford

Funalot Indoor Play Centre Ball pool Soft play activity centre, Slide, swings and climbing net.

Wacky Warehouse - Lawnswood Arms (19 miles)

Leeds

Wacky Warehouse - Lawnswood Arms Wacky Warehouse - Lawnswood Arms - indoor playcentre following the tried and tested wacky warehouse tradition of great indoor playcentre attached to a pub serving cheap drinks and food, so you can have a nice meal and drink while the smalls run themselves ragged for a couple of hours - job done!!

Muffins Play Barn (19 miles)

Malton

Muffins Play Barn A seriously fun and interactive play gym for children aged up to 8 years. Baby area with sensory lighting and comfy cafe; play gym with slides, ball pit, climbing etc.; and art corner.

1st Bowl Leeds (19 miles)

Leeds

1st Bowl Leeds Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Royal Armouries Leeds (19 miles)

Leeds

Royal Armouries Leeds Learn about arms and armour from around the world - and during the summer you can watch displays of jousting, falconry and horsemanship.

Leeds City Museum (19 miles)

Leeds

Leeds City Museum The Museum offers an exciting and fun day out for visitors of all ages. Showcasing exhibitions, displays, interactive games, video displays, shop and cafe, the museum is a great cultural addition to the heart of Leeds.

Castleford Bowlplex (19 miles)

Castleford

Castleford Bowlplex Bowling is the perfect activity for any occasion whether it's a family get together, birthday party or special treat during the school holidays. We are the ideal all weather venue with much more than just bowling. So, can we interest you in The Great Indoors?

Xplore (19 miles)

Castleford

Xplore Two attractions under one roof... plus a whole lot more! Xplore promises adventure and excitement for families and children of all ages. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in North Yorkshire

Xscape Castleford (19 miles)

Castleford

Xscape Castleford Xscape is the ultimate entertainment destination; including extreme and active sports facilities, leisure activities, numerous restaurants, and bars and cool shops - all under 1 roof. What's more, it's easy to find at J32 off the M62. Great idea if you are looking for childrens activities in Yorkshire.

SNO!zone (19 miles)

Castleford

SNO!zone - home to the UK's longest REAL snow slope, so you can get a kick out of real snow all year round. There is a main slope for experienced slope users & a dedicated lesson slope for beginnersÂ‚Ã‚Â…or you can try tobogganing with family and friends.

Pole Position Indoor Karting (19 miles)

Leeds

Pole Position Indoor Karting The 580m long high spec tarmac circuit is the longest indoor circuit in Yorkshire and incorporates tunnels, bridges, elevated pit areas and an underpass. Earliest age for induction training is eight.

The Works Skatepark (20 miles)

Leeds

The Works Skatepark Charity run skatepark with really excellent facilities and ethos. See full listing for details.

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal (20 miles)

Ripon

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal An amazing historical World Heritage Site near Ripon, Fountains Abbey provides picturesque wide open spaces, family guided tours, school holiday activities and nature galore- kids will love the wild deer and bats! A perfect combination of activities and learning!

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool (20 miles)

Helmsley

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool 20m heated outdoor pool.

Raceway Karting (20 miles)

Pontefract

Raceway Karting Adrenalin packed fun on our indoor circuit for all would be racing drivers aged 7years upwards. Full instruction given, all racewear hire included in price. Exclusive use of circuit for family groups and birthday parties.

Middleton Railway (20 miles)

Leeds

Middleton Railway The oldest working railway in the world. A working Accredited Museum of standard gauge industrial steam and diesel locomotives. In the modern Engine House learn how Leeds made more locomotives than any other city or town in England. Complete your visit with a ride on the train to where the Middleton Coal Mines once were.

AMF Hollywood Bowl Leeds (20 miles)

Leeds

AMF Hollywood Bowl Leeds Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Fired Art Designs (21 miles)

Pontefract

Fired Art Designs What can you do at Fired Art Designs. Paint your Owen pottery over 100 shapes to choose from. Go on the Potters wheel. Make a model from clay. Paint a T-Shirt. We also do make and take projects on in no fire paint. Craft club every other Sunday for 8 to 16 years old 10.30am until 1pm and repeated 2pm until 4.30pm.

Eden Camp (21 miles)

Malton

Eden Camp Housed in an original POW camp, a visit to our award winning museum will allow you to experience the sights, the sounds and even the smells of World War Two.We present the most comprehensive display of British Second World War history in the world, and also cover the First world war and post-1945 conflicts.

Littlelegz (21 miles)

Leeds

Littlelegz Children can run, play, and slide on a huge climbing frame filled with slides, roller squeezes, rope bridges and sensory zones, plus so much more

Kids Club House Ltd. (21 miles)

Leeds

Kids Club House Ltd. Horsforth’s premier indoor soft play, activity and party venue. A challenging multi-tiered soft play centre, providing a safe, secure and stimulating play environment, catering for children from 0-12 years and a contemporary cafe bar. We offer a range of party packages which can be tailored to suit your needs.

The Fun Run (22 miles)

Goole

The Fun Run Indoor play with crafts and activity sessions, dedicated toddler area and extensive menu at the cafe.

Lightwater Valley (22 miles)

Ripon

Lightwater Valley Lightwater Valley is simply bursting with over 40 rides and attractions and 175 acres of action-packed adventures, from the dark and mysterious subterranean world of Raptor Attack to the dizzying heights of Whirlwind, a typhoon of screams that'll twist even the bravest of souls and (new for 2011) 5 new rides in the swashbuckling world of Skeleton Cove!

Flamingo Land (22 miles)

Malton

Flamingo Land 400 acres of wild family fun. There are many white knuckle thrillers including Kumali, a suspended looping rollercoaster, rides for younger children, 5 family shows and an extensive zoo, home to many rare and exotic species such as giraffes, rhinos, hippos and lions.

Fuzzy Eds (22 miles)

Wakefield

Fuzzy Eds Especially designed to entertain children from toddler to around 10 years old, older children can use their very safe outdoor play area. Set beside a pub.

Jackaboos (23 miles)

Leeds

Jackaboos Let your kids run wild in a safe, fun and clean environment while you relax with an authentic cappucinno and panini. One of many fun family places to visit if you're looking for things to do in Leeds with kids.

The Depot (23 miles)

Leeds

The Depot Bouldering is a fantastic way for children to exercise along with having a great time and making new friends. They offer kids' clubs here so for 7s and over.

Aerial Extreme (23 miles)

Bedale

Aerial Extreme Whether you're a novice adventurer or an adrenalin junkie, your adventure starts here! Our amazing Adventure Ropes Course is set within the beautiful surroundings of Camp Hill Estate. No experience or skill is required just a willingness to have fun!

Action and Adventure (23 miles)

Bedale

Action and Adventure Adventure for all the family! Pay and Play Zone over Weekends and Holidays. Birthday Parties, Family Fun Days... offering quad bikes, segways, archery, clay pigeon shooting, rifle shooting, climbing wall, and an Aerial Extreme High Wire Adventure Course and much MUCH more

Quadventures (23 miles)

Thirsk

Quadventures - a family friendly off road driving attraction, with fun, easy to drive buggies, quads and 4x4's available for everyone from 6 upwards. Adventure treks around our attractive countryside are especially popular, as are birthday party fun and games. Everyone just loves the driving.

Nidderdale Llamas (23 miles)

Harrogate

Nidderdale Llamas A llama trekking centre and animal petting farm. Visit the farm, take a llama for a walk or if your over 10yrs why not go llama trekking! You don’t ride llamas, but they are great walking companions and carry your picnic! Birthday parties a speciality! Refreshment area. Pre-Booking essential.

Lightwaves Leisure Centre (24 miles)

Wakefield

Lightwaves Leisure Centre Come and visit Lightwaves Leisure Centre, where we offer family fun for everyone. We have a great leisure pool, which promises plenty of fun for all the family. The geysers, waves and water slide will ensure everyone has a splashing time.

Wacky Warehouse - George and Dragon (24 miles)

Bradford

Wacky Warehouse - George and Dragon - has the usual Wacky Warehouse formula of an indoor playcentre attached to a public house - where you can let the kids run riot for a couple of hours while you take a no doubt well earned break - aaah!!!

Wacky Warehouse - Generous Pioneer (24 miles)

Ilkley

Wacky Warehouse - Generous Pioneer The UK's award winning soft play and activity centre for children. Whether you're looking to meet up with friends, get messy with your kids during our arts & craft sessions, book a birthday party or simply relax with a magazine or coffee, whilst your child plays, Wacky Warehouse Â– the indoor play centre is the perfect venue for you!

St Leonards Farm Park (24 miles)

Bradford

St Leonards Farm Park The farm has lots of different animals, some of which you can feed. Visit our play areas, especially the popular straw playbarn, with its tunnels and swing ropes; small animal enclosure; listed barns and buildings; picnic areas, nature footpaths, gift shop and the tea room. Tractor and Trailor rides.

Playdayz Ltd (24 miles)

Leeds

Playdayz Ltd Fabulous playcentre with soft play area designed for babies, a toddler area, and a disco area and main play area designed for the over 5's.

Tiddley Peeps (25 miles)

Bradford

Tiddley Peeps Indoor play centre in Bradford - The main play area is great and there is also a separate baby area which has plenty of toys

North Yorkshire Moors Railway (25 miles)

Pickering

North Yorkshire Moors Railway Britain’s most popular Heritage Railway carrying over 300,000 passengers a year. Travelling through 18 miles of beautiful North York Moors National Park from the market town of Pickering to Grosmont. On many days throughout the year you can now continue your journey along the scenic Esk Valley to our newest destination of Whitby.

Dizzy Rascals (25 miles)

PIckering

Dizzy Rascals Indoor play boasting cargo nets, ball pool, jumbo slide, seperate baby and toddler area and cafe.

Sandal Castle (25 miles)

Wakefield

Sandal Castle Sandal Castle stands in a commanding position overlooking the River Calder. The castle has been extensively excavated and finds can be seen in the Visitor Centre and at nearby Wakefield Museum, located on Wood St, Wakefield. The castle grounds are open from dawn until dusk every day.

Ryedale Folk Museum (25 miles)

Pickering

Ryedale Folk Museum Large open air museum for all the family. The museum contains reconstructed buildings including a 1950s post office, iron age roundhouse, Elizabethan manor house and model village, and focuses on life in Ryedale through the ages. The museum also has a Blacksmiths, and livestock such as pigs, sheep and chickens.

The Play Station (26 miles)

Ossett

The Play Station This is an exciting new indoor play centre for 0-12 years which has a large climbing frame and slides, it has a football court and basketball court for the older ones. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in West Yorkshire with kids

Wacky Warehouse - The Walnut Tree (26 miles)

Wakefield

Wacky Warehouse - The Walnut Tree - big playframe indoor play centre - drop the kids in and let them run themselves ragged for a couple of hours while you have a nice cup of tea and a read of the paper!

Rascals Childrens Soft Play Centre (26 miles)

Batley

Rascals Childrens Soft Play Centre We are an indoor soft play centre with free on site parking located next to Alexandria Mills,Batley. The perfect place for your little ones to play in a safe environment. Ideal for kids parties and group bookings!

Pot Doodles Ceramic Studio (26 miles)

Pickering

Pot Doodles Ceramic Studio Come and choose a piece of pottery andpaint it to your own design. We will then fire it, leaving you with a work of art, an ideal present, keepsake or useful everyday item.

Funsters Childrens Play (26 miles)

Bradford

Funsters Childrens Play An Indoor Soft Play Activity Centre where children can have fun and play in a safe, clean environment.

GO Bowling Shipley (27 miles)

Shipley

GO Bowling Shipley Classic family friendly tenpin bowling mega fun with gutter guards and ramps to help the kids along. Great activity for young and old.

AMF Hollywood Bowl Bradford (27 miles)

Bradford

AMF Hollywood Bowl Bradford Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Ilkley Pool and Lido (27 miles)

Ilkley

Ilkley Pool and Lido Heated indoor and outdoor pools with other sporting opportunities on site to pre book. Lido open May to September.

Shipley Pool (27 miles)

Shipley

Shipley Pool - swimming facility with diving pool offering 2 springboards and 2 high-boards.

Ilkley Toy Museum (27 miles)

Ilkley

Ilkley Toy Museum The many exhibits feature dolls, dolls houses, teddy bears, tin plate toys, lead figures and a selection of games together with wooden and paper toys. Dating from 350BC to the present day the exhibits include this 1940's English working model fairground.

Thorp Perrow Gardens, Falcons, Meerkats (27 miles)

Bedale

Thorp Perrow Gardens, Falcons, Meerkats The ultimate family day out with birds of prey, meerkats, wallabies, ostriches and Belgian hares amongst other wildlife providing the enjoyment of hands on experience for all the family in the finest collection of trees and shrubs in the country set in 85 acres of beautiful gardens with playground.

Go Hyper (27 miles)

Dewsbury

Go Hyper Has 2 separate play zones designed to provide fun and activity in a safe environment for pre-walkers and children up to the age of 12 years old. Go Hyper is the perfect place to let kids exercise and learn through play.

National Media Museum (27 miles)

Bradford

National Media Museum - an exciting centre in the heart of the north devoted to film, photography, television, radio and the web. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in West Yorkshire with kids

Bradford Ice Rink (27 miles)

Bradford

Bradford Ice Rink Ice skating in Bradford with a variety of mostly family friendly sessions. A great healthy and active idea if you are looking for indoor activities in Yorkshire.

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway (27 miles)

Shipley

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is the oldest working cable tramway in Great Britain (cliff lifts excepted). Dating from 1895, the line was built to serve the local beauty of Shipley Glen, near Saltaire in West Yorkshire. Looksa like a good idea if you're after fun family days out in Yorkshire.

Salt Pots Ceramic Studio (27 miles)

Shipley

Salt Pots Ceramic Studio Salt Pots Ceramic Studio is a pottery painting studio for all the family specialising in paint your own pottery and clay imprints, pottery painting parties for all ages, commissions and personalised gifts and keepsakes.

Jimmy G's Playcentre (27 miles)

Shipley

Jimmy G's Playcentre This is a huge indoor playground for kids. with ballpools, inflatables, slides, ride on toys, etc. The kids absolutely love running and climbing on everything and letting off a bit of steam. There is also a separate area for toddlers - which is good for their safety.

Ponderosa (28 miles)

Batley

Ponderosa Ponderosa is open to everone of all ages who can come to the centre and engage in a variety of interesting and stimulating activities. Walks and guided tours are available - and a huge selection of pursuits all based around our rare breeds, greenhouses, Reptile Room and lakes.

Bedazzle Beads (28 miles)

Cleckheaton

Bedazzle Beads - is an Aladdins cave of funky and unusual glass, acrylic and wooden beads from around the world, where kids and adults can learn to make their own costume jewellery, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, bag-charms and much more in our spacious workshop / bead shop. Please note: This is a Pre-bookable event for ages 6+

Big Sheep & Little Cow Farm (28 miles)

Bedale

Big Sheep & Little Cow Farm When you visit the farm, one of our friendly guides will show you around the farm so that you can bottle feed lambs and piglets, bath a pig, hold small animals, feed the cows and sheep and talk to the donkey (if Charlie the pony does'nt object).

Diddy Middys (28 miles)

Cleckheaton

Diddy Middys A fantastic family place to visit. We are a fully air conditioned play gym with lots of toys and games along with a great play structure with slides, ball pool, football pitch and much more.

LaserZone (28 miles)

Bradford

LaserZone Yorkshire’s most exciting family entertainment experience. No messy paintball games, just good clean lasertag action in a specially designed and themed arena. Whether it be for a birthday, to occupy the kids while you go shopping, or something different to do with your weekend, contact us and have a blast.

Brodsworth Hall and Gardens (29 miles)

Doncaster

Brodsworth Hall and Gardens Bring the kids along for a great day out at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens. With a hands-on resources areas and a great new family-friendly exhibition there is more than enough to keep them occupied.

The Funky Farm (29 miles)

Northallerton

The Funky Farm - main area includes giant astra slide, ball pool, pulley & wow pool - Large football and basketball court.

Go Ape! Dalby (29 miles)

Pickering

Go Ape! Dalby Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.

National Coal Mining Museum (29 miles)

Wakefield

National Coal Mining Museum Put on your hard hat and battery lamp, step into the 'cage' and descend 140m underground; follow your ex-miner Guide through the chilly, dark tunnels to find out how coal was mined and moved to the surface by men, women, children, ponies and machinery.

Astrabound Inoor Play Centre (30 miles)

Doncaster

Astrabound Inoor Play Centre The newest and biggest indoor soft play centre in Yorkshire full of exciting features including a 6 metre daredevil drop slide, 4 lane Astra slide, ball cannon battle zone, spiral slide and interactive sports area. Astrabound also has lots of party packages to choose from including Disco or Sports parties!

Yorkshire Sculpture Park (30 miles)

Wakefield

Yorkshire Sculpture Park - somewhere different to go for family days out in Yorkshire. Been told it is very interesting, waiting for the people that run it to give more info for kids.

Magic Garden (30 miles)

Driffield

Magic Garden Kids indoor play centre in Driffield - usually a great idea for kids birthday partys as well

Pirate Petes Indoor Playden (30 miles)

Doncaster

Pirate Petes Indoor Playden The Mill House incorporates the childrens indoor playcentre run by the aforementioned Pirate Peter. Guess it is run similar to a Wacky Warehouse.

Barnsley Bowl (30 miles)

Barnsley

Barnsley Bowl Classic family friendly tenpin bowling with gutter guards and ramps for the kids to give them a chance! Great family activity, especially when it's wet!

Hesketh Farm Park (30 miles)

Skipton

Hesketh Farm Park Hesketh Farm Park is part of a 600 acre working farm situated in one of the most picturesque areas of the Yorkshire Dales; Bolton Abbey.

Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway (30 miles)

Skipton

Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway Travel between Embsay station, built in 1888, and the new award-winning station at Bolton Abbey. Your journey takes you through picturesque Yorkshire Dales scenery. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in North Yorkshire

Studfold Explore Discover and Learn (30 miles)

Harrogate

Studfold Explore Discover and Learn Fresh air and fun for all the family in the heart of Upper Nidderdale. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the Studfold Trail offers family fun and adventure in a truly unique setting.

Normanby Hall Country Park (31 miles)

Scunthorpe

Normanby Hall Country Park Set in the heart of undiscovered North Lincolnshire, the 300 acres of Normanby Hall Country Park provides the perfect day out for all the family.

ROKT Climbing Gym (31 miles)

Brighouse

ROKT Climbing Gym is an indoor climbing facility set in the heart of climbing in West Yorkshire. Our aim is to create a safe, energised and friendly atmosphere. The climbing offering is extensive and will provide everything a climber needs to train safely and to enable progression through the grades.

Metrodome Leisure Complex (31 miles)

Barnsley

Metrodome Leisure Complex Have a fun filled session in the metrodome waterpark. With waves in the lagoon pool, three great white knuckle rides and two slides for the young 'uns. Good idea if you're looking for fun family days out in Yorkshire.

Kirklees Light Railway (32 miles)

Huddersfield

Kirklees Light Railway Come along and take a 50-minute steam-hauled return trip along our 4 miles of 15" narrow gauge railway. Our large visitor centre offers facilities for the whole family, including a café, souvenir shop, a new adventure playground, an indoor play area and a miniature railway.

The Cheswold (32 miles)

Doncaster

The Cheswold Attached to a family oriented restaurant, this has a great little multi storey play area with a separate baby and toddler section. There are classic fun features like slides and ball pit in a safe, colourful environment.

Doncaster Superbowl (32 miles)

Doncaster

Doncaster Superbowl Kids love bowling and where better than the fun, family friendly and independent Superbowl! Gutter guards and ramps available for young ones.

Superbowl 2000 Doncaster (32 miles)

Doncaster

Superbowl 2000 Doncaster Classic family friendly tenpin bowling with gutter guards and ramps to give the kids more of a chance. Great fun activity, especially when it's wet.

Doncaster Dome (32 miles)

Doncaster

Doncaster Dome A tropical world of exotic plants and lagoons and an alpine world of snow and ice. From the steamy Oasis to the bright lights of the Sundeck, through the fun packed Main Hall. The world within The Dome is waiting to be explored, adventure in to the world of Leisure. The place to go ice skating in Yorkshire.

Beverley Spy Mystery Trail (32 miles)

Beverley

Beverley Spy Mystery Trail Evil villain, Baron Ivor Grudge, has hatched a dastardly plot. Sick of hearing church bells ringing, he plans to plant a bomb in the crypt of St Mary’s, permanently ending the "infernal noise". Follow the clues to crack the code and deactivate the device. You could win a cash prize!

Pirates Cove Indoor Play Centre (32 miles)

Barnsley

Pirates Cove Indoor Play Centre This is a bright and colourful multi level childrens adventure softplay centre with 2 Bouncy Castles, 7 Slides, 2 Ball Pools and lots more!

Shibden Hall (32 miles)

Halifax

Shibden Hall Set in 90 acres of rolling parkland with a range of attractions including woodland, walks, an orienteering course, children's rides, miniature railway, pitch and putt and a boating lake, Shibden is perfect if you are looking for family days out in yorkshire.

Sportsman Inn and Leisure (33 miles)

Halifax

Sportsman Inn and Leisure They're not specific on the 'junior' age range, so if you have under 10s it may be worth checking before you go! Their slope is covered in a highly advanced material called Snowflex that provides an ‘as close to snow’ experience as you will get.

Cannon Hall Farm (33 miles)

Barnsley

Cannon Hall Farm Family run farm attraction featuring hundreds of animals with lots of babies always on show. Spectacular new adventure playground opening Easter 2011. Farm Shop selling home produced beef, pork and lamb. Toy and gift shop. Don't miss our famous home made pies in the delicatessen and restaurant.

AeroVenture (33 miles)

Doncaster

AeroVenture - loads of things to see including: Military Aircraft collection from propeller training aircraft to Mach 2 Jet fighters - Historic 60 year old RAF buildings including Bellman aircraft hangar and authentic wooden RAF huts - Helicopter Collection

Wacky Warehouse - Old Farmhouse (33 miles)

Scunthorpe

Wacky Warehouse - Old Farmhouse Whether you’re looking to meet up with friends, get messy with your kids during our arts & craft sessions, book a birthday party or simply relax with a magazine or coffee, whilst your child plays, Wacky Warehouse – the indoor play centre is the perfect venue for you!

Eureka! The National Children's Museum (33 miles)

Halifax

Eureka! The National Children's Museum - is a unique experience especially designed to inspire 0-11's and adults of all ages! Based on the concept of learning through play every exhibit is must-touch and the 6 interactive galleries invite you to explore your senses. There is an outdoor park and Train Carriage for picnics and regular weekend and holiday events.

Ali Bongos (33 miles)

Mexborough

Ali Bongos Three levels, featuring slides, swings and cargo nets, Sony Playstations and an outdoor activity area, there is enough to keep your little adventurers entertained safely for a few hours, while you relax next door.

Electric Bowl (33 miles)

Halifax

Electric Bowl Attached to a snooker club, this place offers classic family friendly tenpin fun with gutter guards and bowling ramps for the kids. Good healthy fun and a great option for wet days.

Halifax Swimming Pool (33 miles)

Halifax

Halifax Swimming Pool 25 metre swimming pool, with separate teaching pool and diving facilities. Comprehensive Learn to Swim programme, plus Lifesaving, Competitive Swimming Training, Diving and Synchronised Swimming lessons available - all to pre-book.

Big Blue Frog (33 miles)

Halifax

Big Blue Frog Huge indoor play facility with slides, ball cannon, sports area and dedicated under 5 area.

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (33 miles)

Keighley

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Step back in time and enjoy a train ride through the heart of Bronte country. Most services are operated by steam trains, but the railway also serves the local community, with many people using the morning diesel railcar services to do their shopping in Keighley.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park (33 miles)

Doncaster

Yorkshire Wildlife Park From Wallaby Walkabout to land of the Tigers all the kids' furry favourites are here! Very child friendly.

LaserZone (33 miles)

Huddersfield

LaserZone Yorkshire's most exciting family entertainment experience. No messy paintball games, just good clean lasertag action in a specially designed and themed arena. Whether it be for a birthday, to occupy the kids while you go shopping, or something different to do with your weekend, contact us and have a blast.

Langdale Quest (33 miles)

Scarborough

Langdale Quest Off road driving adventure - may have closed down (notice online says - please check b4 going)

Blue Kangaroo Play and Party Centre (33 miles)

Hull

Blue Kangaroo Play and Party Centre A fantastic Indoor Play Centre designed for children aged 0-8 years old. There's lots of play equipment and great kids party packages. A fun, safe and friendly environment to bring your children to play and develop new skills. Relax in the Cafe whilst you and the kids enjoy our facilities.

AMF Scunthorpe (33 miles)

Scunthorpe

AMF Scunthorpe Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This AMF has 20 lanes!

Billabong Water Sports (33 miles)

Driffield

Billabong Water Sports Family Caravan Park at the lakeside with water sport tuition or private water vehicle options, whether you choose to Wakeboard, Water-ski, and Kneel board or just tow inflatables.

1st Bowl Scunthorpe (34 miles)

Scunthorpe

1st Bowl Scunthorpe Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Adventure World (34 miles)

Elland

Adventure World Indoor Party And Play Centre From Ages 0-9 Childrens Parties 9.30am To 3.30pm Mon- Fri 9.00am To 12pm Sat - Sun Private Parties Arranged Parties from 4pm Mon-Fri 12.30pm Sat-Sun

Avago Karting Swinton (34 miles)

Mexborough

Avago Karting Swinton Minimum age 8 and height 4ft3. This is an Indoor circuit with an overall length of 300 metres. They have junior and cadet driving options for younger karters.

Fun Planet (34 miles)

Keighley

Fun Planet Playcentre with great play frame for the kids to run themselves ragged on

Conisbrough Castle (34 miles)

Doncaster

Conisbrough Castle Kids love castles, and even though it is mostly ruins, Conisbrough Castle has a 90ft-high great white circular keep with six buttresses is the oldest surving of its type in England. Constructed in 1180AD from local limestone the tower was saved from destruction during the Civil War and today is a compelling and unique sight to behold.

Manor Heath Park and Jungle Experience (34 miles)

Halifax

Manor Heath Park and Jungle Experience Jungle Experience at Manor Heath Park, Halifax is a tropical oasis packed with fish, quail, terrapin and butterflies as well as a collection of plants from all over the world, where visitors can enjoy the all year round tropical atmosphere.

Cruckley Animal Farm (34 miles)

Driffield

Cruckley Animal Farm A traditional farm with plenty of animals, activities and experiences to be enjoyed.

Fizzy Lizard (34 miles)

Huddersfield

Fizzy Lizard Adventure softplay for the under 8s, split into baby / toddler and Junior sections, with differing age suitable toys, activities and challenges.

Skipton Castle (34 miles)

Skipton

Skipton Castle Come and explore one of England's most complete medieval castles with over 900 years of turbulent history. Climb to the top of the Watchtower; descend to the dungeon. Picnic areas, licensed tearooms, shop with a notable book section, plant sales. A great day out in any season.

Playmania (34 miles)

Barnsley

Playmania a multi-level play area with slides, tunnels, three party rooms, including a disco room. It is open seven days a week from 9.30am-6.30pm alledgedly

Coffee and Clay (35 miles)

Skipton

Coffee and Clay Paint-your-own pottery cafe, offering fun for the whole family. Choose from plates, mugs, bowls, piggy banks or many other items. Capture your baby's precious hand and footprints, make unique gifts or just drop in and have a go!

Betton Farm Visitor Centre (35 miles)

Scarborough

Betton Farm Visitor Centre - the Animal Farm is a great place for your children to play and learn. You'll have a great time exploring the farm and paddocks, and getting to know all the animals. There is a large selection of toy tractors and other play equipment for both younger and older children.

Dalescre8PaintaPot (35 miles)

Grassington

Dalescre8PaintaPot At Dalescre8PaintaPot you can have fun by choosing and painting a pot with special paints and we glaze and fire it. Mum and Dad can join in too or have a relaxing coffee while you create. Perfect for presents or to keep and to remind you of the fun you had.

Matrix Superbowl (35 miles)

Skipton

Matrix Superbowl Classic family friendly tenpin bowling. They have ramps and gutter rails available so that all ages and abilities can play, including those with disabilities.

The Forbidden Corner (35 miles)

Coverham

The Forbidden Corner Find the hidden temple Indiana Jones would feel at home in the Forbidden Corner, an extraordinary folly in North Yorkshire. Statues blink at you, paths lead nowhere, skeletons lurk in underground chambers and a temple hides behind artful landscaping. Your job is to work your way through the maze. Unique, and just scary enough to give everyone a thrill.

Dandi Lion Playzone (35 miles)

Scunthorpe

Dandi Lion Playzone An air conditioned multi-tiered soft play structure, providing a clean, safe, secure and stimulating play environment, catering for children from 0 - 12 years, with dedicated play zones for babies, toddlers and juniors.

Wackadayz (35 miles)

Richmond

Wackadayz - is a secure Indoor Play Centre. We have separate Junior and Toddler areas, an elevated Sports Arena, Bouncy Castle and Wifi available at not extra charge. Offering the opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a fun day out or select to sit back and relax with some refreshments while the kidz play.

Kinderland Play Centre (35 miles)

Hull

Kinderland Play Centre Kinderland Play Centre, Hull is a new generation play experience. 4 challenging play areas, café bar, gift store, dance academy and award winning photographer all under one roof.

Big Fun Indoor Play Centre (35 miles)

Hull

Big Fun Indoor Play Centre The play equipment is based around 4 monster slides. There’s a dropslide, 4 lane astro slide, double drop slide into a ball pool and a tube slide, all of them perfect for the ultimate thrill.

Little Monkeys (35 miles)

Hull

Little Monkeys Fun for kids of all ages at the Little Monkeys indoor playcentre.

Cineworld Hull (36 miles)

Hull

Cineworld Hull 9 screen cinema - click the weblink for film listings

AMF Hollywood Bowl Hull (36 miles)

Kingston-upon-Hull

AMF Hollywood Bowl Hull Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Little Hoppers Adventure World (36 miles)

Scarborough

Little Hoppers Adventure World A huge play area. 9,000 square feet of fantastic family fun, which includes four separate areas. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in North Yorkshire

Whitby West Cliff Beach (36 miles)

Whitby

Whitby West Cliff Beach Blue Flag awarded sand beach with excellent fossil hunting prospects and plenty of local history.

Playdale Farm Park (36 miles)

Scarborough

Playdale Farm Park The farm is packed with things to do to entertain your children whatever the weather. The huge indoor play area includes ball pool with toddler area, tractor zone, adventure trail and much more. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in North Yorkshire

AMF Hull (37 miles)

Hull

AMF Hull Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This AMF has 20 lanes!

Hullablloos (37 miles)

Sheffield

Hullablloos Hullaballoos is Sheffield's premier kids indoor play centre with soft play areas, ball pools, slides, bridges and much more.

Pink Pig Farm (37 miles)

Scunthorpe

Pink Pig Farm Family run farm shop and working farm with trails, forts and more for the kids.

Monkey Bizness (37 miles)

Hull

Monkey Bizness - the premier family entertainment centre, where kids can be kidz. With separate play areas for 0-2, 2-5 and 5-12 year olds.

Wacky Warehouse - Story Teller (37 miles)

Rotherham

Wacky Warehouse - Story Teller - has a purpose built indoor play structure which leaves children to run themselves ragged for a couple of hours - leaving the adults to chill!!!

Simply Skate (37 miles)

Rotherham

Simply Skate Public and inline skating rinks, bouncy castle, cafe and more.

Ferens Childrens Art Gallery (37 miles)

Hull

Ferens Childrens Art Gallery Free entry art gallery with excellent children's section with art aimed specifically at six to nine year olds.

Laser Quest Hull (37 miles)

Hull

Laser Quest Hull Combines the classic games of tag and hide and seek with a high tech twist. Safe and painless. 7+

Hull Ice Arena (37 miles)

Hull

Hull Ice Arena The Hull Arena provides a mixed programme of activities for skaters of all ages and abilities whether in pursuit of excellence or simply wishing to have fun.

Scarborough Play Zone (38 miles)

Scarborough

Scarborough Play Zone It is the probably the biggest indoor play area in North Yorkshire. Fabulous entertainment for children up to the age of 12. We have a climbing wall, 4 big slides including a drop slide, football and lots lots more.

Rascalz Play Area (38 miles)

Hull

Rascalz Play Area Facilities include a dedicated toddler play area (under 4s), a junior play area with three types of slides and a high tech interactive zone, with bluetooth dance mats and sport walls.

John Bull World of Rock (38 miles)

Bridlington

John Bull World of Rock Go on a factory tour and see how rock, sweets, biscuits and chocolates are made at this working factory.

Candy Kingdom (38 miles)

Bridlington

Candy Kingdom Welcome to Candy Kingdom, the new Indoor Adventure Play Centre specially designed for 0-12 year olds. Open from 9.30am -7.00pm daily, Candy Kingdom is fully air conditioned and offers ample FREE parking.

Playzone Indoor Playcentre (38 miles)

Scarborough

Playzone Indoor Playcentre Scarborough Playzone is 11000sq ft of non stop family fun, clean and safe enviroment. Slides, ball pools, football pitch, climbing wall, great restaurant, friendly trained staff, open from 9.30 untill 7.00 everyday, free parking. Party rooms for private parties.

Arctic Corsair (38 miles)

Hull

Arctic Corsair Come aboard Hull’s last sidewinder trawler the Arctic Corsair and let the crew take you on a guided tour and capture their imagination. You’ll hear all about life at sea and the dangers deep sea trawlermen faced in the Icelandic fishing grounds. For a FULL day out this is best enjoyed in conjunction with other local attractions.

Streetlife - Hull Museum of Transport (38 miles)

Hull

Streetlife - Hull Museum of Transport the Streetlife Museum tells the story of 200 years of transport in Hull. Old and young alike will enjoy climbing aboard the old corporation trams, getting their bones shaken on the simulated mail-coach ride and taking in the sights, sounds and smells (phew!) of a steam locomotive goods station. Then there’s the motor car gallery, the bicycle gallery, the toy displays, the old shops...

High Sports Rotherham (38 miles)

Rotherham

High Sports Rotherham Indoor Climbing Centre with opportunities for the smaller climber - ring for more details. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with children

The Deep (38 miles)

Hull

The Deep Discover the dramatic story of the world's oceans at Hull's award wining aquarium, which blends stunning marine life, fun interactives and audio-visual presentations. It's home to over 3,500 fish including spectacular sharks and rays! Highlights include Europe's deepest viewing tunnel and a glass lift ride through our 10m tank.

Maltby Swimming Centre (38 miles)

Rotherham

Maltby Swimming Centre - swimming facilities and diving pool with 1m and 3m springboards and a 5m platform.

Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe (38 miles)

Hebden Bridge

Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe choose a plate, bowl, mug, or even piggy bank, unicorn, fairy or dinosaur from our extensive range - decide how you'll paint it - there are books for inspiration if you're stuck - sit & paint using our brushes or sponge stamps. Great idea if you are looking for childrens activities in Yorkshire.

Camelot Play Castle (38 miles)

Rotherham

Camelot Play Castle Multi-level play structure with slides, ball-pit, party area

Fuzzy Eds at Coulby Farm (38 miles)

Middlesbrough

Fuzzy Eds at Coulby Farm Children can enjoy the large Fun House with ball pools, slides, climbing frames, all in brightly coloured surroundings. Children's birthday parties are bookable, taking place in the Fun House, with a height restriction of 4ft 9ins, we also hold regular Toddler sessions during term time.

Superbowl 2000 Rotherham (38 miles)

Rotherham

Superbowl 2000 Rotherham With classic tenpin bowling, arcade games and fruit machines for adults and kids, why not come and enjoy a thrilling family day out. It's not just bowling: It's Superbowling!

Scarborough North Bay Railway (38 miles)

Scarborough

Scarborough North Bay Railway An historic 20" gauge railway, connecting Peasholm Park with Scalby Mills and the Sea Life Centre. This picturesque railway meanders almost a mile through woodland and lakeside scenery. With four 1930's steam outline locomotives, it is a delight for all ages. Great idea if you're after a family day out in Yorkshire.

Peasholm Park (38 miles)

Scarborough

Peasholm Park Get yourself down to Peasholm Park with the kids, especially on weekends, there is so much to do. Take a ride on the North Bay Minature Railway, go for a ride on a dragon pedalo watch the Model Naval Battle, play some crazy golf, go to Kinderland and loads of special events going on all the time.

Olympia Bowl and Softplay (38 miles)

Scarborough

Olympia Bowl and Softplay With 12 lanes this Ten Pin Bowling Alley, with its modernised interior, updated scoring system and air conditioning, is a fantastic place to relax and have fun with the kids.

Clifton Park (38 miles)

Rotherham

Clifton Park Lovely green space with several adventure play areas, crazy golf and a mini funfair! Also has tennis courts and bowling greens available for you to hire, plus a seasonal water play area.

Clifton Park Museum (38 miles)

Rotherham

Clifton Park Museum One of the most modern and user-friendly Museums in the country, the twice nominated Museum of the year features famous exhibits such as Nelson the Lion and the breath-taking Rhinoceros Vase. Plus Lion's Den children's play area.

Woodford Leisure Centre (38 miles)

Hull

Woodford Leisure Centre Multi functional leisure facility from every kind of dry sports activity you can think of, to the only lesiure pool in the area, the Pirates Paradise pool boasts a shipwrecked boat, water cannons, diving bell and slide. There is also a relaxation area on the poolside for you if you use the sauna or steam room located on poolside.

Terror Tower (38 miles)

Scarborough

Terror Tower Inspired by the best horror movies Terror Tower is a Haunted House attraction with a serious twist, combining live actors, animated scenes and special effects. Featuring eleven different scenes covering three storeys in two buildings. Over 12-months in production Terror Tower uses high tech Animatronic figures, special lighting and high quality sound effects to create a very terrifying experience.

Park Rose Birds of Prey Centre (38 miles)

Bridlington

Park Rose Birds of Prey Centre Set in 3 acres of Woodland with over 50 birds of prey and owls on site, we also have picnic areas, regular displays and all day public handling with our child friendly birds. We have indoor colouring and conservation areas, a wildlife pond and a pet's corner!

Park Rose Village (38 miles)

Bridlington

Park Rose Village Play Barn and Character Village an adventure area includes: Straw Barn, Zip cords, Ride on tractors, and Rope swings. Character Village includes: Toy Shop, Tea room, School, Trading Post, Post office, Jail, Coral, Animals and Birds of Prey.

Sea Life Marine Sanctuary (38 miles)

Scarborough

Sea Life Marine Sanctuary magnificent ocean tank has been spectacularly transformed to become Turtle Reef, with its own colourful Caribbean-style coral reef and hundreds of dazzling reef fish sharing quarters with turtles and tropical sharks.

Scarborough Harbour Treasure Trail (39 miles)

Scarborough

Scarborough Harbour Treasure Trail Become spies for the day! Hunt for clues around the harbour and old town of Scarborough to solve the mystery and save the day! Great outdoor fun for all the family. As you follow the Trail, the kids won’t even realise they’re learning facts and getting exercise too!

Buttercups Ceramic Studio (39 miles)

Hurworth-on-Tees

Buttercups Ceramic Studio you can paint a piece of functional pottery such as a mug, plate, bowl, platter and much more or how about a fun item like a money box, figurine or fun home accessory.

Crazy Corner (39 miles)

Stockton-on-Tees

Crazy Corner From Ball Cannons to Shoot Slides, Gaint Bouncing Balls to Tarzan Gliders, Crazy Corner has something for all.

Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park (39 miles)

Filey

Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park Grab the kids and come and discover this special mix of animals, exotic birds, gardens and wild nature!

Newham Grange Country Farm (39 miles)

Middlesbrough

Newham Grange Country Farm Come and make friends with the rare breeds of farm animals, enjoy a walk around the fields, and why not bring along a picnic for a treat.

Magna Science Adventure Centre (39 miles)

Rotherham

Magna Science Adventure Centre Power your imagination at Magna; the UK's first Science Adventure Centre and explore the four elements of fire, air, earth and water. Home to 'Sci-Tek' the largest science and technology playground in Europe, and Aqua-Tek the UK's largest outdoor water play area.

Natures World (39 miles)

Middlesbrough

Natures World A fun and inspiring hands-on experience learning about simple, artistic and futuristic gardening concepts. Several outdoor play areas plus pedal karts and arial runway!

Stuart Park (40 miles)

Tees Valley

Stuart Park Several lakes containing wildfowl, with animals in pet's corner such as llamas, deer, peacocks, pheasants and guinea pigs. An orienteering course, tree trail and discovery trail is provided alongside a museum and cafe.

Preston Park and Museum (40 miles)

Stockton On Tees

Preston Park and Museum As well as the museum, Preston Park also has a range of permanent attractions including exotic bird life in the aviary and wildfowl pond and many riverside and woodland paths. You can walk amongst hundreds of beautiful butterflies at Butterfly World, take a ride on the Tees Small Gauge Railway or boat on the river. There's also a safe surface play area for children and a cafe.

Thornton Hall Farm Country Park (40 miles)

Skipton

Thornton Hall Farm Country Park Award winning family fun rain or shine! Animal encounters, glorious countryside, make friends with friendly farm animals and take part in a range of seasonal hands-on activities and demonstrations. Climb aboard the 4WD Farm Safari to the Deer Park, hitch a ride in a giant caterpillar and let the kids loose in the Wizzick Play Barn. Join in with lamb and calf feeding daily plus Junior Quad Bikes

Noahs Ark Family Centre (40 miles)

Thornaby

Noahs Ark Family Centre Three levels of adventure soft play with craft, role play, reading and activity corners besides. Also has an outdoor play area for summer.

1st Bowl Sheffield (40 miles)

Sheffield

1st Bowl Sheffield Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Honeysuckle Farm (40 miles)

Hornsey

Honeysuckle Farm Seasonal opening family farm (March to September) with milking, cart rides, play barn, fort and homemade ice cream on sale to tempt you.

FunForest (40 miles)

Brigg

FunForest A huge four levels of soft play, providing a safe, secure and stimulating play environment, designed for children aged from 0 – 11 years, with dedicated play areas for babies, toddlers and juniors. Why not hold your child’s birthday party with us?

Bridlington South Promenade (40 miles)

Bridlington

Bridlington South Promenade An Award winning beach which stretches over a 1 mile South from Harbour wall/Spa Complex, past Kiddies Corner Children’s slides and rides, Children’s paddling pool - Picnic areas to the end of the sea wall and the award winning Sea front has a host of other facilities for Families.

Brewers Fayre Preston Farm (40 miles)

Stockton on Tees

Brewers Fayre Preston Farm Indoor and outdoor play areas with plenty of fun colourful features attached to a family friendly restaurant with a healthy, appetising menu for children.

Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre (40 miles)

Marsden

Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre is Britain's highest, longest and deepest canal tunnel stretching through the Pennines from Diggle to Marsden on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Looks exciting and a great place to go if you're looking for family days out in yorkshire.

Monkey Bizness (41 miles)

Sheffield

Monkey Bizness - the premier family entertainment centre, where kids can be kidz. With separate play areas for 0-2, 2-5 and 5-12 year olds. Good idea if you're looking for fun family days out in Yorkshire.

Hollywood Bowl Sheffield (41 miles)

Sheffield

Hollywood Bowl Sheffield Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

Adventure Point Ltd (41 miles)

Darlington

Adventure Point Ltd Fantastic indoor & outdoor adventure play centre with huge play frame, bumper cars, 3 tree climbers, slides, rope bridges, ball cannon arena, multi-sports court, separate toddler play areas and lots more!

Bridlington Beach (41 miles)

Bridlington

Bridlington Beach Quality Coast award winning sandy beach with swimming and lifeguard cover and a good few local attractions.

Bonkers Indoor Play Centre (41 miles)

Bridlington

Bonkers Indoor Play Centre Childrens indoor play centre, couldn't track down a website, so ring for more details.

Bridlington Leisure World (41 miles)

Bridlington

Bridlington Leisure World The waves and slides and extensive water features in the fun pool undoubtedly cater for the great demand in school holidays and at weekends, but the needs of the serious swimmer, club, schools, lessons and special groups are also met through the 25m training pool and shallow teaching pool.

Neptunes Kingdom (41 miles)

Hornsea

Neptunes Kingdom Sea themed soft play with balls, chutes and slides. Also offer water walking using giant bubble balls.

Ice Sheffield National Ice Centre (41 miles)

Sheffield

Ice Sheffield National Ice Centre Ice Sheffield is totally committed to catering for the interests and aspirations of the whole community - offering recreational skating, learn to skate sessions, children's birthday parties and ice disco sessions

Aerial Extreme (41 miles)

Sheffield

Aerial Extreme Join us for a unique, fun-packed experience on our Adventure Ropes Course located at iceSheffield! Suitable for all and no experience necessary. The outdoors has never been this much fun, so what are you waiting for?

AMF Hollywood Bowl Stockton (41 miles)

Stockton-on-Tees

AMF Hollywood Bowl Stockton Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Hollywood Bowl has over 20 lanes!

Hornsea Beach (41 miles)

Hornsea

Hornsea Beach Sand and shingle beach good for collecting driftwood, exploring and swimming though irregular lifeguard cover. Cheap entertainment nearby.

Robin Hood's Bay (41 miles)

Robin Hoods Bay

Robin Hood's Bay Paddling, fossil hunting and general exploring, with plenty of quaint local attractions in the village.

Jungle Mania Play Centre (41 miles)

Sheffield

Jungle Mania Play Centre Roar like a lion as you slide down our super fast 4 lane astra slide or get dizzy on the spiral slide, climb cargo nets and tumble towers, swing from the bish bags, crawl through tunnels and squeeze through the spiders web.

Dorman Museum (41 miles)

Middlesbrough

Dorman Museum With ever changing exhibitions - 8 galleries and 3 exhibition spaces, there's something for everyone and plenty of hands-on activities, objects and children's trails.

4Kids (41 miles)

Colne

4Kids Under new management, formerly Likkle Monkeys.There are two totally separate play facilities, one on the upper floor aimed at 5-12 year olds and a toddler area located on the lower floor specifically for the younger children.

The Dolphin Centre (41 miles)

Darlington

The Dolphin Centre An outstanding pool complex that includes an 8-lane, 25m competition standard swimming pool, Training Pool, Interactive Toddler Pool, 1m, 3m and 5m Board Diving Pool and two water-slides as well as an Under The Sea themed indoor play area.

Teesside White Water Centre (41 miles)

Stockton on Tees

Teesside White Water Centre e is based at the Tees Barrage Artificial White Water Course. The Centre is ideally placed to provide canoeing to a broad range of paddlers from complete beginners to Olympic aspirants.

Fun City (42 miles)

Stockton On Tees

Fun City With its 7000sq ft of play area Fun city is dedicated to family fun! The play frame includes 3 tier levels of ball pools, curly slides, rope bridges, swing ropes, spooky areas, jelly mountain, trampoline and the 20ft drop slide! Toddlers have a small area on the ground floor with its own ball pool, small curly slide, rope bridge and soft play toys and puzzles.

The Big Tops Indoor Playcentre (42 miles)

Dinnington

The Big Tops Indoor Playcentre An exciting and adventurous indoor family entertainment centre for the under 11's (+5's for laser tag) combining fantastic imaginative children's play facilities with an excellent, healthy eating cafe, Massive indoor soft play equipment with slides, Ball pool, Sports court, car track, toddler's area, and disabled zone. The perfect party venue. We also have "Make a Bear" "Laser Tag" and gift sho

Bondville Model Village (42 miles)

Bridlington

Bondville Model Village With over 200 individual and unique buildings, working harbour and train, set in an acre of landscaped garden. Bondville must be seen to be appreciated by young and old alike.

Our Funhouse (42 miles)

Middlesborough

Our Funhouse A new for 2012 indoor multi-level soft play centre for children aged up to 12, offering children's parties, after school activities, adventure play, toddlers' sessions, and educational play, with friendly, experienced and fully vetted staff.

Splash (42 miles)

Stockton-on-Tees

Splash Stockton's newest leisure facility has been designed to meet 21st century needs. The complex includes a 25 metre pool with wave machine and water features, offering leisure and training facilities for swimmers at all levels. a learner pool, spa pool and flume slide complete the water based features.

Teesside University Open Climbing Wall (42 miles)

Cleveland

Teesside University Open Climbing Wall Suitable for 10+ based on competency after training and induction. Bouldering: 50m sq' including 15 and 30 degree overhanging walls, and vertical walls. 300mm Safety matting.

The House Skatepark (42 miles)

Sheffield

The House Skatepark A great facility for skating only, no bikes, with classic features to train on and its all wood floors, so no concrete scars! If you're under 12 you will need an adult to stay with you.

Parkwood Karting (42 miles)

Sheffield

Parkwood Karting Junior karting is ideal for children aged 8 years or older looking to get started in karting or progress their racing skills. They give tuition to new drivers to ensure they drive safely and correctly.

Foundry Climbing (42 miles)

Sheffield

Foundry Climbing Offers over 200 routes, 70% of which are from F5a to F7a. Over 1,100 sqm of climbing walls. Regular clubs for children starting at age 7.

Teesside Karting Centre (42 miles)

Middlesbrough

Teesside Karting Centre Race your friends at the longest and most exciting kart circuit in the WORLD. Enjoy the thrill of motor racing in a safe yet exciting environment, with karts to suit novices as well as the professional driver. From 8 yrs and over 4ft 6.

Sewerby Hall and Gardens (42 miles)

Bridlington

Sewerby Hall and Gardens Lots to do at Sewerby - Adventure Playground, Putting, hop onto a train - have a look at the animals in the zoo or take a woodland walk.

Megakidz Indoor Play Centre (42 miles)

Sheffield

Megakidz Indoor Play Centre One of Sheffield's favourite Indoor Play Centres. Here at Megakidz we are well known for our friendly atmosphere, relaxing environment and excellent facilities for both parents and their children. It's a place where your cheeky monkeys can run wild!

Whitby Eastside Mystery Treasure Trail (42 miles)

Whitby

Whitby Eastside Mystery Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Whitby? Don't just wander around aimlessly, do a Treasure Trail! These fun treasure hunts will teach you fascinating facts about the area and show you some beautiful scenery. Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air and solve an intriguing mystery at the same time.

Doodlepots Ceramic Cafe (42 miles)

Whitby

Doodlepots Ceramic Cafe Whatever your age or artistic ability, you can create something unique to treasure for ever at Doodlepots. Choose an item to paint from our wide range of plain ceramics - you’ll find there’s something for everyone from novelty items to useful mugs, plates, bowls, vases etc.

The Fire and Police Museum (42 miles)

Sheffield

The Fire and Police Museum Come face to face with some of the most amazing vehicles and exhibits around! Feel as if you're in the thick of the action and adventure, with the sights and sounds of the Fire and Police Museum Sheffield,

Fort Paull (42 miles)

Paull

Fort Paull The only remaiing intact example in Yorkshire of a fortress possessing Henrican, Civil War and Napoleonic origins. An absolute MUST for visitors to the region. Vast array of displays inclduing waxworks tableaux and period artillery

Fastlane Bowl (42 miles)

Sheffield

Fastlane Bowl Eleven lane bowling centre with a licensed bar and food served all day.

Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum (42 miles)

Saltburn by the Sea

Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum The Museum today offers visitors an opportunity to experience the underground world of a real ironstone mine and to explore the skills, customs and life of the Cleveland miner. It was these miners that helped make Cleveland the most important Ironstone mining district in Victorian and Edwardian Britain.

Runswick Bay (43 miles)

Whitby

Runswick Bay A sheltered sand and rock beach with the only safe swimming in the area. Very good for beach combing and fossil hunting. Quality Coast Award winner.

Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlfe Ctr (43 miles)

Sheffield

Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlfe Ctr Discover a wild family day out and make friends with creatures great and small at Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre. Family friendly activities, demonstrations and events run throughout the year. Find us on Facebook and Twitter!

Ponds Forge (43 miles)

Sheffield

Ponds Forge Come down and make a splash at Ponds Forge leisure pool! Whizz through the 2 flumes, float along the lazy river or jump through the big waves. There is also a smaller fun pool, for parent and toddler swimming!

Danes Dyke Beach (43 miles)

Bridlington

Danes Dyke Beach An exploring and roaming beach rather than swimming and lounging, with a nature reserve close by and great fossil hunting territory.

Weston Park Museum (43 miles)

Sheffield

Weston Park Museum Children and adults will love the animated new displays, specially designed to delight even our littlest explorers. From Egyptian Mummies, to a traditional butchers shop. From Snowy the polar bear, to living ants and bees. The citys amazing collections of beautiful, varied and unusual treasures will be brought to life by fascinating histories, incredible facts and hands-on interactives.

Saltburn Cliff Lift (43 miles)

Saltburn

Saltburn Cliff Lift Opened on 28th June 1884, this is the oldest remaining waterbalance cliff lift in Britain. Height of the lift is 120 ft, length of the track is 207 ft. Refurbished with stained glass windows. Links Saltburn pier, one of the few left in the country, with the town.

Skate Central of Sheffield (43 miles)

Sheffield

Skate Central of Sheffield Why not go and visit the rink that still maintains good old-fashioned family values? Varied sessions, extra sessions during school holidays.

Barrowford Park (43 miles)

Barrowford

Barrowford Park Large park with putting green, two children's playgrounds and a wetland area with ducks.

Pendle Witches Mystery Trail (43 miles)

Barrowford

Pendle Witches Mystery Trail Treasure Trails' treasure hunts are a fantastic way to explore a new town or village whilst enjoying a fun walk in the fresh air. Follow the trail, solve the clues and see the sights!

Just for Kids (43 miles)

Sheffield

Just for Kids indoor fun centre with rollerblading, bouncy castle, tube slide and a large toddlers' play area - ring for more details

The Edge Climbing Centre (43 miles)

Sheffield

The Edge Climbing Centre An ideal way to get children interested in an adventure sport and a great and exciting way to exercise with the family. It's all set in a friendly environment and there is something for everyone from 7 years and up.

Saltburn Miniature Railway (43 miles)

Saltburn

Saltburn Miniature Railway Saltburn Miniature Railway - 15 inch gauge miniature railway, running from the seafront through to the Valley Gardens, Italian Gardens, Tea Lawn and Woodland Centre.

Pendle Wavelengths Swimming Pool (43 miles)

Nelson

Pendle Wavelengths Swimming Pool Pendle Wavelengths leisure pool has a wave machine, a roof high water slide and a beachside playland - a soft play area ideal for young children. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for the best things to do in Lancashire with kids

Wacky Warehouse - Wheatlands Farm (44 miles)

Redcar

Wacky Warehouse - Wheatlands Farm has the usual formula of a multi-levelled indoor soft play centre attached to a public house - where you can let the kids run riot for a couple of hours while you take a no doubt well earned break - aaah!!!

Rother Valley Country Park (44 miles)

Sheffield

Rother Valley Country Park Country park with extensive lake offering lots of watersports and fun, as well as an outdoor play area and a golf centre.

Planet Pot (44 miles)

Sheffield

Planet Pot Pottery painting for both children and adults. Come and paint from our great selection from Cup Cakes to Plates, Egg Cups to cereal bowls. You can bring your own food or enjoy some of the buns and hot drinks we have on offer.

Giddy Kippers Indoor Soft Play Centre (44 miles)

Nelson

Giddy Kippers Indoor Soft Play Centre Giddy Kippers - play on the amazing play zone, it's a fantastic, purpose built 3 storey structure with: 4 lane astra slide - Ball cannons - Balance beams - Splat pad - Ball bounce - Spiral tube slide

Fired Arts Craft Café (44 miles)

Sheffield

Fired Arts Craft Café Ceramic Cafe in South Yorkshire - great idea if you are looking for creative children's activities. Waiting for more info - coming soon

The Play Arena (44 miles)

Sheffield

The Play Arena An exciting new family entertainment centre with a wide range of activities which will appeal to the whole family, from babies to adults, whatever the weather. At 18,000 square feet the venue is the largest in Sheffield. There is both indoor and outdoor play equipment.

Runaround Play Centre (45 miles)

Sheffield

Runaround Play Centre A fantastic playcentre for kids complete with large play frame, 4 lane Astra Slide, Spiral Slide, Ball Cannons, Large Sports Arena, Traverse Climbing Wall and separate Toddlers Area with interactive touch screen TV and ball fountain.

Mungle Jungle Indoor Soft Play Centre (45 miles)

Redcar

Mungle Jungle Indoor Soft Play Centre Mungle Jungle - indoor funworld, for 10 year olds and under. Under 5’s area, plus bouncy castle, slides, ball pool and much more, so whether its rain or sun there’s always plenty of fun.

The Climbing Works (45 miles)

Sheffield

The Climbing Works The World's biggest and best dedicated bouldering centre with dedicated kid's bouldering area, climbing classes for children, beginners and improvers. Good idea if you're looking for fun family days out in Yorkshire.

Towneley Hall Museum (45 miles)

Burnley

Towneley Hall Museum A range of indoor artistic exhibitions set within a large park which also offers play areas, golf courses and sculpture trails. Take a picnic!

Thompson Park and Miniature Railway (45 miles)

Burnley

Thompson Park and Miniature Railway Spacious and splendid parkland with boating lake, paddling pool, playground and miniature railway. Many basic facilities on site.

R Kade Indoor Skatepark (45 miles)

Redcar

R Kade Indoor Skatepark 20,000 square feet packed with a street course, mini ramps, rhythm section, jump boxes and much more. Under 12s must have parental supervision at all times.

Battle Stations (45 miles)

Sedgefield

Battle Stations Low impact foam shot paintball game with NO PAIN OR BRUISING! Suitable for 7yrs+ which is the lowest age restriction in the UK. Other game options for 11+. GROUP ARRANGEMENTS ONLY

1st Bowl Burnley (46 miles)

Burnley

1st Bowl Burnley Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!

The Play Barn at Settle (46 miles)

Settle

The Play Barn at Settle A great indoor soft play centre in the Yorkshire Dales where your children can run wild in a safe and friendly environment while you can relax in our comfortable seating and cafe area. We pride ourselves on our homemade food.

The Play Barn (46 miles)

Settle

The Play Barn - offers a space where parents and children will have a fun time, whilst the children are scrambling over the adventure course or testing their climbing skills on the climbing wall having fun in the spooky maze or perhaps sliding down the twisting slide.

Captain Jacks Adventure Play (46 miles)

Retford

Captain Jacks Adventure Play Retford's fantastic soft play centre is an ideal place to relax while the kids burn off energy. We pride ourselves on our cleanliness, excellent customer service and our good food. With a separate area for toddlers and juniors and regular bouncy castles and games we aim to provide a fun and safe place to play and party for 0 to 13 year olds and a relaxing place for all adults!

Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star (46 miles)

Burnley

Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star Wacky Warehouse - Hollywood Star, a nice old stone warehouse building with the usual formula of kids indoor playcentre atttached to a very reasonably priced pub, so you can have a nice cup of tea while the kids run themselves into the ground for two hours - jobs a good 'un!

Kids@Play (46 miles)

Bacup

Kids@Play Due to the layout of the play frames it is easy for parents to keep an eye on their children whilst being able to sit down and relax with magazines and refreshments.

Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World (46 miles)

Newton Aycliffe

Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World - is a haven for your kids to play and wear themselves out. It has all the latest equipment to put the biggest smiles on your children’s faces. They can race their friends down the three lane giant Waterfall Slide, climb to the top of the Castle and experience the thrill of the scary Drop Slide, or prepare for battle in the Ball Blast Cannon Arena.

Animal Quackers Park Farm (46 miles)

Bacup

Animal Quackers Park Farm A family run business aiming to bring your family the fun and enjoyment of animals: hugging, feeding and interacting with all of the residents of the farm.

Cheeky Chimps Childrens Play Centre (47 miles)

Oldham

Cheeky Chimps Childrens Play Centre Kids can monkey around in the jungle gym, slither down the spiralling snake slide, or become a hidden crocodile in the ball pit, and for the mums and dads we have comfortable seating, complimentary magazines, and a cafe serving hot and cold drinks and food from our menu.

Mister Twisters (48 miles)

Hartlepool

Mister Twisters 13,000 sq ft indoor play centre with a Pirate themed climbing frame. Suitable for 2-5 year olds, 5-12 year olds and a separate gated toddler/infant area for the more delicate of our visitors. Bouncy castle, football court, Xbox games, 5* cafeteria and parking for 70+ cars.

Quads '4' All (48 miles)

Billingham

Quads '4' All Quads '4' All offers different sizes of quad bikes to suit any age group and three different types of tracks for childrens varying abilities. Experienced marshals provide training on a one to one basis and the riders are fully supervised at all times whilst on the tracks. All of the safety equipment is provided.

Creswell Crags (48 miles)

Worksop

Creswell Crags is a limestone gorge honeycombed with caves and smaller fissures. Stone tools and remains of animals found in the caves by archaeologists provide evidence for a fascinating story of life during the last Ice Age between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago. Great idea for family days out in Nottinghamshire.

Sundown Adventureland (49 miles)

Retford

Sundown Adventureland - a theme park specifically designed for under 10's - no age restrictions on rides

Hathersage Open Air Heated Pool (49 miles)

Hope Valley

Hathersage Open Air Heated Pool Uniquely warm water and swim throughout the season from March to September.

The Play Shack Indoor Play Centre (49 miles)

Shildon

The Play Shack Indoor Play Centre The Indoor Play facility is the Biggest Indoor Soft Play frame in the area featuring 3 Lane Astra Slide, 540 Degree Tube Slide, ball-pools, Rope Bridges, Spooky Corner, Gliders, 5 a Side Football Pitch, separate Toddler Area and much, much more

Egglestone Abbey (49 miles)

Barnard Castle

Egglestone Abbey The charming ruins of a small monastery of Premonstratensian 'white canons', picturesquely set above a bend in the River Tees, a pleasant stop for budding artists and photographers.

Summerhill (49 miles)

Hartlepool

Summerhill Summerhill Nature Reserve and Outdoor Sports Centre has plenty to keep the kids entertained. They can visit the trim trail, the boulder park, the junior adventure and fitness area, the BMX course and the high level ropes course.