Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book
Tue 13 – Sun 18 Aug, Various Times, Main Auditorium, Carriageworks Theatre
Age Guidance: 3-8
Based on the original book Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it – it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Perhaps if she read a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading a book about a knight…
Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, and perhaps you will be able to help his sister discover the wonderful world inside a book…
Text © Julia Donaldson 2005 • Illustrations © Axel Scheffler 2005 • Published by Macmillan Children’s Books © 2005.
Presented by Little Angel Theatre, The Lowry, and Rose Theatre.
Take part in your biggest ever game of hide and seek on your visit to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. Hide in all corners of the large abbey ruins before following the river to the water garden. Race around the moon ponds, see the swans swimming and discover the winding dark tunnel. Emerge from the tunnel to find three fun buildings called follies along this woodland path. With acres of space to explore, hidden places to discover and lots of sniffs to sniff, Fountains Abbey is the perfect place to bring your four-legged friends. Dogs are welcome in all the outdoor spaces and in the Visitor Centre Restaurant too.
Be sure to have a playground adventure. There are things to wobble along, jump over and climb on…you’ll find a wooden abbey, a woodland house, scramble nets and posts, swings, fireman’s poles, a slide, a roundabout, a gigantic rope bridge and a huge zip wire for the most daring adventurers of all.
Have a well-earned sit down with a seasonal meal in the Visitor Centre Restaurant, tuck into tea and cake with a lakeside view at Studley Tea Room or a sweet treat at Mill Café.
If there’s still oodles of energy left visit the deer park. Admire the views down to Ripon Cathedral and see if you can spot the deer. There are three different types from small fallow deer to the largest of them all: red deer.
There’s lots to do but don’t worry if you can’t fit it all in this time – we’ll be here another day! Become a member on your first visit and come back for free as many times as you like. Plus, get the feel-goods about it as every time you scan your membership card, you’re contributing towards the essential conservation work we do.
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.
EPIC NEWS ALERT- TICKETS NOW LIVE! 
Get ready for an AWESOME adventure because MISSION OUT is reopening on SATURDAY 23RD MARCH!
NEW FOR 2024 
ADULTS pay ONCE and come back 4 FREE throughout 2024!*
KIDS ANNUAL PASS: For just £39.95, you can play ALL SEASON LONG!*
FAMILY TICKET SPECIAL: The Family Ticket is back and better than ever! Add additional tickets, and you’ll get AN EXTRA 15% off each single ticket. Concessions/max card not applicable*
Don’t miss out on EPIC FAMILY FUN at even better VALUE this season.
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.
Underwater Summer Adventure
July 22- September 4
Join the Fun with Stockeld Stars’ Free Underwater-Themed Entertainment at Stockeld Park!
Looking for a fun-filled day out? Experience an underwater wonderland presented by the Stockeld Stars at Stockeld Park! Enjoy arts and crafts, dance parties, and a giant bubble show to end off a fun-filled day! Watch Scout the park ranger’s welcome show and take part in the activities at designated times. So, come on down and join the excitement at the forecourt! Don’t miss this chance to have a blast with the Stockeld Stars.
Dalby Forest, managed by the Forestry Commission, offers over 8,000 acres of woodland to explore, enjoy and discover, including the Grand Father Oak play area for children, family BBQ and picnic areas, adrenalin activities for the thrill seekers and walking and cycling trails for all.
Admission free, just pay to park (£9 per car)
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre, Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire, YO18 7LT. Tel: 01751 460295.
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.
CLICK HERE FOR BOOKING AND FURTHER INFORMATION
South Lodge, Moor End, Wetherby, LS23 6ER
Tel: 0113 468 2477
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+.
The play area and Oak Tree Café at Oakwell Hall are open with take out service between 10am and 4.30pm with a one-way system in place. There is also a fantastic mountain bike trail for more confident riders. All other facilities on site are still closed, including toilets in the courtyard.
Free. No Booking Required. Toddler Friendly.
Come face to face with your favourite characters in this story book world of enchanted play. This experience is perfect for all adventure-seekers under 10.
The Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a unique walk through wildlife park located just outside Doncaster. The wildlife attraction brings families face to face with some of the world’s most beautiful – and at risk – species.
Indoor and outdoor play area offers a fun filled day whatever the weather. Open daily, special events throughout the year. Accessible site. Admission charges apply.
Tongue Ln, Branton, Old Cantley, Doncaster DN4 6TB. Tel 01302 535057
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.
