The official open-top tour of York, every 15 minutes, 7 days a week.
The CitySightseeing York tour will capture the hearts of all ages! With so many things to do and attractions to see, York is the perfect place to hop-on to one of our open top buses and explore the English heritage. We’ll take you to the finest attractions that this thriving city has to offer! Your ticket is valid for 24 hours, so you can complete a full loop of the bus tour first and then hop off at all the attractions you want to see.
There’s lots to enjoy this summer at Humble Bee Farm! Meet the farmyard gang and help farmer percy on his rounds at mini farmer club, there are extra family events throughout the week, nature trail walks on the site, a beach close by, daily specials and offers in the on-site cafe bar The Hive.
Lots of glamping accommodation to suit all budgets, some with hot tubs.
Who’s ready for a Summer of Play at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal?
How many different ways do you play? Maybe you enjoy getting creative with Lego or prefer to be outside playing football. Do you like choreographing a song and a dance or would rather choose to challenge your brain with a crossword?
This summer we’ve come up with five different ways for you to play at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal…
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is open daily 10am – 6:30pm (last entry 4:30pm) and there’s no need to book. Just come along and have fun in the sunshine. National Trust members visit free.
Visit Castle Howard and make special summer memories with our beautiful architecture, rich history, and stunning landscapes as your backdrop. This summer is the perfect time to visit the House, Gardens, and award-winning Skelf Island Adventure Playground.
Stately Sculpting
Make your own sculpted masterpiece at Castle Howard this summer!
Castle Howard is hosting an array of large and colourful sculptures in the House and Gardens all summer long, created by the artist Tony Cragg.
Get involved and have a go at creating your very own sculpture to take away at the Boathouse Stretch Tent, with arty activities, including clay modelling and drawing.
Be inspired by the Tony Cragg sculptures or make your own masterpiece. All materials are provided, just pop along and have fun getting creative!
Make sure to pick up a Mini Artist Handbook from the Ticket Office and complete the art trail around the Gardens during your visit.
Grown-ups must supervise their little ones at all times.
11am until 3pm, Thursday – Sunday from 1st August to 1st September 2024.
Free with your admission tickets.
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.
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre, Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire, YO18 7LT
Tel: 01751 460295
WOWCHER OFFER: An overnight stay at Gulliver’s Valley Resort, South Yorkshire with accommodation and theme park entry. From £139 for a family of four, or from £169 for a family of six
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Get excited on Junkyard’s weird and wonderful crazy golf courses in Leeds. Try our three mashed up 9-hole crazy golf courses with three themes; a jungle, a circus and a car scrapyard, made from all things junk. Under 18s are welcome Sunday-Thursday until 7pm, so a great activity to enjoy in the holidays.
The Light, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 8TL
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.
South Lodge, Moor End, Wetherby, LS23 6ER
Tel: 0113 468 2477
Kofi & Co. is an independent restaurant group serving speciality coffee, wholesome plates, sweet treats and a full bar menu. They operate across two sites in Wetherby and Street Lane, Roundhay.
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. Lessons for children 24months+.
Planet Ice, Elland Rd, Beeston, Leeds, LS11 0EY
20 July- 1 September
Put down your controllers and come and experience action and adventure in real life at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds this summer.
The summer holidays will be action-packed with combat displays, gun firing demonstrations, dramatic performances and the chance to get your hands on history.
Don’t miss the skills and thrills of our horse shows from 25 to 29 July, and the spectacular August bank holiday jousting tournament (24 to 26 August).
FREE Events.
Armouries Drive, Leeds LS10 1LT. Tel: 0113 220 1999
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.
The Carnival will include a host of different rides and activities for visitors to enjoy including classics such as Dodgems bumper cars and a Runaway Train ride, as well as spinning Twister and the magical Balloon Race. There will also be Hook-a-Duck challenges for the younger guests, and free face painting on offer.
There will even be a wooden cabin sweet shack offering traditional fairground sweets, candy floss, donuts, and refreshing cold drinks, plus giant deck chairs and photo ops to enjoy.
Join The Gruffalo and Friends on their adventure! Burst through the pages of your favourite stories into a magical place of imagination, discovery and play.
Adapted from some of the UK’s most loved children’s stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, your little adventure-seekers will come face to face with beloved characters from The Gruffalo, Zog, The Snail and the Whale, Room on the Broom and more…
With 6 captivating and immersive zones, this play experience is enjoyable for all children under 10 years old.
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 Lane, 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.
12 Clifford St, York, YO1 9RD
If this list of summer activities and things to do in Leeds still doesn’t include what you’re after, you might want to have a look at our events pages for one day summer holiday events, or at our lists of Summer Holiday Clubs in North Leeds & Wetherby.
Whatever you get up to this summer, we hope that you have an amazing time and have lots of family fun!
