Days Out in and around Leeds North Leeds

Days Out and Things to Do with Teenagers and Tweens in Leeds

You want a FUN family day out… but there’s resistance! Here’s a list of the best and most fun actvities and days out around Leeds for teenagers and tweens, to ensure you’ll all have a great time!

Bawtry Paintball Fields is Europe’s biggest outdoor activity centre, voted Europe’s Best, and the UK’s highest rated on Trip Advisor with over 1500 5-Star reviews!

Looking for a family day out, an awesome birthday, stag or hen party, or a fantastic team build event – BPF has something for everyone. Our lovely little café serves hot and cold food and drinks, ice cream and slush all day, so you can stay fuelled and relax in one of our picnic areas between activities.

 


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There is something for everyone at Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre in Doncaster, the number one place for those seeking fun in the great outdoors! 

We host a range of water-based activities on our very own lake, including kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. We also have an inflatable Aquapark, which has recently expanded and will soon be open for bookings from May 19th 2023. You can also enjoy a swim in our natural lake pool, the newest addition to our growing number of water activities.

For those who prefer to stay dry, you can challenge yourself to reach new heights on our 14-metre-high climbing wall; we have plenty of aerial challenges and obstacle courses for you to complete off the ground. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you can find your thrills at an axe-throwing or archery session. You can learn how to throw axes at a target and how to use a bow safely. Awe-throwing is available to book now and archery will be available very soon.

All our sessions, both water and land, are taught by experienced instructors in a safe and welcoming environment. For anyone wishing to extend their visit and wake to another exciting day of activities, we have a campsite too.

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Less than an hour from Leeds, Sutton Bank National Park Centre has options for everyone in the family when it comes to cycling! Plus, entry is free, so you only need to pay for parking!

As well as a number of bike trails to choose from (including Cliff, a family friendly ‘green’ circular 3 mile trail), there’s a 2.5km flat and off-road family cycle trail, a small skills area and a pump track.

At the visitor centre, you can find a cafe, toilets, a play area and bike hire.

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Alton Towers Theme Park, Staffordshire

Less than a two hour drive from Leeds, you’ll find Alton Towers resort.

Are you bold enough to take on the Resort’s awesome choice of head-spinning, heart-pounding, world-class rollercoasters, like Wicker Man, Oblivion and The Smiler? Dare you add a visit to the Alton Towers Dungeons? Or will you take a spin on Gangsta Granny: The Ride? Plenty suitable for all ages.

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Another World Adventure, Halifax

The ultimate outdoor adventure centre for a couple of hours or a day out. Activities from 4 years to adults. Activities include grass sledging, safe archery & archery golf, slingshots with paintballs, bumper balls, low ropes course, kart building, woodland games and lots more.

Book now on 01422240700

Clip ‘n Climb Garforth

Clip ‘n Climb Garforth is a healthy, action-packed climbing experience. We use state-of-the art automatic belaying technology so that climbers can simply clip into the safety system and climb the Challenge in front of them. We have over 25 different Challenges and our amazing Vertical Drop Slide, something for everyone, regardless of age or aptitude.

Clip n Climb Leeds

My eldest Mini Mumbler is a huge climbing fan so when we got invited to the brand new Clip n Climb in Leeds for a sneak peek (opening Saturday 26th May) she was beyond excited – and it didn’t disappoint!  Find out more here.

(*Reviewed May 2018)

DriftStop Leeds

Immerse yourself in something entirely different for your next party with Drift Stop – UK’s first electric drift-karting track. Located in The Merrion Centre, Leeds City Centre – our race track is fully kitted out with lights, sound and an unreal Mario-themed backdrop that will make your child feel like a champion.

Go Ape at Temple Newsam

The perfect family day out in the forest!

Go Ape’s first high-ropes experience in West Yorkshire, set within 1500 acres of parkland, the aerial adventures at Temple Newsam can be found in the heart of Menagerie Wood featuring challenging obstacles as increasing heights, a free-fall Tarzan Swing, four tree-to-tree zips and a 46ft sheer drop called The Plummet. It is a vertical drop experience that will leave you feeling seriously exposed. It’s a true leap of faith!

Treetop Adventure – Elevate your experiences to new heights with Temple Newsam’s Tree Top Adventure. There’s no minimum age limit with this course so no matter how mini your tribe is, as long as they are over 1m tall, you’ll be Tarzan in no time!

Treetop Adventure + – This course is designed for both budding adventurers looking to challenge themselves and adult first-timers. If you’re over 1.2m tall and up for tackling an ambitious circuit with complete security – the dizzying high ropes will give you the adrenaline rush you’re after!

Treetop Challenge – Are you unwilling to compromise on the ultimate experience? Then this feat of endurance and skill is perfect if you’re brave enough and tall enough (minimum 1.4m). With 15-metre-high platforms, you’ll need to engage both your mind and body as you scale the tree to tree crossings that make up this high ropes course.’

Participation and supervision ratios apply – see https://goape.co.uk/locations/temple-newsam for more details.

Read our Mumbler review here

Temple Newsam Estate. Tel: 01603 895500

Jump Inc, Leeds

If it’s excitement you’re after, no need to look any further! Jump Inc Leeds features 100s of interconnecting trampolines, jump tower, tumble tracks, and a huge inflatable section consisting of; massive slides, wipeout balls, inflatable obstacles and a designated toddler area. The perfect day out the whole family can enjoy!

TODDLER SESSIONS are available weekdays 10am-12pm and Weekends 9am-10am

1 Benyon Park Way, LS12 6DP. 0800 121 7567.

Junior Climbing at DEPOT CLIMBING Big Depot Leeds

Kids Club is a fun and engaging 1 hour session for children aged 4 years and up. The class welcomes all abilities and provides an exciting way to progress in the sport.

The National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme is a UK-wide coaching scheme designed to introduce and promote climbing with the aim of creating competent and confident climbers. Classes are aimed at children age 7+ and are booked in blocks.

NICAS Wild Climbers offers climbing skills for all, from age 4 and upwards. It’s a fun, game-orientated programme that aims to introduce young children safely into the indoor climbing environment.

100a Gelderd Rd, Leeds LS12 6BY. Tel: 01133183367 or email: info@theclimbingdepot.com

Kanyu Escape

Treat the Kids to a Unique Experience this Summer.

Poachers Compound is Yorkshire’s only outdoor Escape Game.

Set in the grounds of a Grade2 listed building near Wetherby, Kanyu’s unique outdoor game has a version developed especially for kids aged over 12, and a harder version for families and adults.

KIDS ONLY GAME for children 12 and over – ideal for birthday celebrations or for just having fun with friends.

*FAMILY GAME with some puzzles added to keep the adults on their toes, but you’ll still have to get in touch with your inner child. Children from 8+ can play when accompanied by adults.

Poacher’s Compound is available for 4-8 players.

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South Lodge, Moor End, Wetherby, LS23 6ER

Tel: 0113 468 2477

Leeds Urban Bike Park, Middleton

We haven’t visited Leeds Urban Bike Park yet but having read the review Howard Bottomley from EweMove North Leeds sent me after he visited with his teenage sons then we will be making a visit soon! Find out more here.

(Reviewed May 2019)

LS-TEN Skatepark Leeds

LS-TEN is a charitable organisation that runs the Skatepark in Hunslet behind Cosco, it provides a range of sports for all ages including skateboard, BMX, scooter and inline sessions.
It has a number of events that target children and families including the under 8’s sessions that run Monday, Wednesday and Sundays and encourage supportive parents to get involved during the sessions with their children.
Membership packages for under 18’s are £25 but include 14 free sessions in the price and schools across Leeds and the surrounding area have access to discounts.
Please check out LS-TEN on Facebook and Instagram for more information.
Unit 1 Kitson Rd, Leeds LS10 1NT. Tel: 0113 532 5357

Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park Leeds

The Ninja Warrior Adventure Park is a supervised activity and fitness venue inspired by ITV’s hit programme Ninja Warrior UK!

You can climb, balance, jump and swing across different obstacles using and developing your Ninja skills, plus we also have the famous Warped Wall for every aspiring Ninja to conquer. In addition to our fixed Ninja features, we have a huge inflatable Airpark! A great place for supervised family activities and for keeping fit, we welcome you on your Ninja journey.

Ages 4+ for visitors (although Mumbler would suggest 6 would be better)

Mini Ninjas Soft Play for ages 0-3 years is £3.50. It has several zones including a slide and is arranged over different levels.

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North Yorkshire Water Park

There is endless fun to be had with lots of activities to try! Challenge your friends on our inflatable AquaPark and bounce your way to victory on the trampolines and blast bags! Try kayaking around the lake, put your balance skills to the test on the stand-up paddle boards or take a cruise on one of the mini ports or pedalos. There is something for everyone!

Booking required.

Wykeham Lakes, Long Causeway Road, Wykeham YO13 9QU. Tel: 01723 865052

Planet Ice Leeds

Family friendly ice rink based near Elland Road Leeds. Ice skating lessons, birthday parties, Show & Skates and Public Skating available. Cafe on site. Lockers available.

Children can skate from walking with strap-over skates. Skating boots available from children’s size 7. Skating aids available (pictured). Lessons for children 24months+.

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Puttstars Mini Golf, The Springs Leeds

Puttstars will offer mini golf with a unique and modern twist, with two interactive and fun filled nine-hole courses suitable for all ages and abilities. At Puttstars, scores are digitally calculated using high-tech screens at each hole.

Upstairs, you can enjoy some Duck-pin bowling, which is great for kids with the shorter lanes and bumpers.

The centre also has a large amusement area with family favourite games, a bar and diner.

The Springs at Thorpe Park. Tel: 0844 248 3226

Seagulls Workshops

At Seagulls we believe in protecting the environment and enriching lives. We created Seagulls to be a place for practical solutions that help the environment and people.

The collection of unwanted paint enables opportunities for training and employment and a cost effective way for people to make their house a home. Come and visit our paint store for low cost good quality paint and friendly service.

Alongside a well-stocked paint store we deliver a wide variety of creative and practical workshops.

Seagulls workshops range from mosaic to decorating and jewellery making to upcycling. In school holidays we put on specific workshops for families and young people. We are also happy to host private parties in mosaic and upcycling.

Head to our website for workshop information and bookings.

To compliment the workshops we sell a range of creative kits in our online shop.

Tag X, Batley Leisure Centre

TAG X is a real life, active gaming experience that will challenge players to take part in a variety of games and challenges. The aim of the game is to collect points on your wristband by swiping against different illuminated TAGs hidden within the different games throughout the arena.

Children have to be a minimum of 1.2 metres high and over 8 to do the main Tag X course but there is a Stompers play gym for younger children.

Great place to take children of all ages from babies – teenagers. (Mumbler MD, May 18)

The concept is that you go through the 3 zones and use your wristband to tag the sensors, with different points depending on how hard the challenge is. It was also great fun for adults to do alongside children and they said you could do it instead of a workout!!! (Mumbler AR, May 18)

Approx 35 minutes from North Leeds.

Windmill Lane, Birstall, Batley, WF17 0QD. Tel: 01924 565059

Timberjacks Axe Throwing

Axe throwing session in Leeds, with competitive scoring available.

Build your perfect kids’ and teens’ axe-throwing party package (6+ guests). Simply begin with your player selection and then browse our optional package extras. From £10 per player.

Unit B2 – Burley Hill Trading Estate, Flexspace, Leeds, LS4 2PU

York Dungeon

Journey through 2000 years of York’s darkest history, bringing together iconic characters, immersive sets and thrilling special-effects in a unique and exciting actor led experience that you see, hear, feel and smell.

Lots of fun and SCARES!

Recommended age is 8+. Children under 5 are not permitted to enter.

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