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What’s On For Families In And Around Leeds this May Bank Holiday 2024

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If you’re looking for something to do with the family this May Bank Holiday weekend there’s lots of choice of family events in and around Leeds.  Here’s a quick roundup of ideas of some of our favourites, there is something for all ages!  

 

Wetherby Beer Festival

Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th May

Bring the kids on Saturday  when there will be free entertainment, games, outdoor space, live music and street food. Under 12s enter for free.

Book tickets here

 

May Day Celebrations Rothwell

Monday 6th May, 11am-4pm. On the pastures, Stone Brig lane.

Hosted by the Rothwell & District Carnival Committee. Join them for the Crowning of the May King & Queen, Maypole Dancing from 11.45, as well as petting farm, market stalls, face painting, donkey rides, fairground rides and Punch and Judy. Read more here.

Bank Holiday Fun Fairs

  • Horsforth Hall Park . Scott Pullen Funfairs return to Horsforth Hall Park on Hall Lane. Details here
  • York Road, . Waddington Fun Fairs. Details here.
  • Birstall Fun Fair, Leeds Road, Heckmondwike. Tuckers Fun Fair. Details here.

Geology Rocks at the National Coal Mining Museum

National Coal Mining Museum

Throughout the day visitors will have the chance to view exhibits of fossils, minerals, and rocks, then see rock-cutting and polishing demonstrations and get the opportunity to have your favourite rock identified by experts.

Younger visitors can indulge their creativity with a host of hands-on activities including rock painting, sand painting and creating their own fossil from plaster at our Blacksmith’s. There’s also a fun fossil hunt from noon to 4pm at the sand pits and the chance to learn the art of rag rugging, using old scraps of material to create textiles.

More details here

Teddy Bear Picnic Trains at Middleton Railway

Family Friendly Walks around Leeds

There are lots of  places to get outside and enjoy the beautiful parks and countryside around our local area. Some blogs you might find useful are;

See all our blogs about family walks around North Leeds here or South, East and West Leeds here.

Kirkstall Abbey Market

Saturday 30th April, 11am-3pm. Free Admission.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Kirkstall Abbey ruins, the weekend markets are a great way to shop locally, with different stallholders joining every month. Take in the delicious smells and tastes of Yorkshire-made produce including cheeses & chutneys, and sweet & savoury bakes. Stop for lunch at one of the street food stalls and enjoy a drink in the cloister ruins of the abbey.
There are also a range of art and craft stalls from local makers and creatives, showcasing handmade items including homewares, accessories and natural beauty products.

Other May Bank Holiday suggestions;

  • Free or low cost activities can be found here
  • Enjoy a day out at one of our wonderful local attractions– see here for suggestions.
  • For family-friendly pubs and cafes with outdoor space in North Leeds click here.
  • For family-friendly pubs and cafes with outdoor space in South Leeds click here.

Hope you have a great Bank Holiday Weekend!

 

Don’t forget to join the North & South Leeds Mumbler Chat Group to share your experiences with others or ask for recommendations.

Planning ahead? If you’re looking for ideas of things to do during May Half Term see our full round-up here.

*Details correct at time of publishing.  Please check all event listings before visiting in case of changes and some events/activities may require booking.


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