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Parks and outdoor places for kids
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Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Heritage steam railway offering scenic journeys and special family-themed trips through the Yorkshire Dales.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Large wildlife park with walking safaris through lion reserves and encounters with tigers, meerkats and lemurs.
All Things Wild
Family-friendly zoo with farm animals, lemurs, camels, meerkats and a dinosaur-themed train ride.
Peak Wildlife Park
A charming wildlife park specialising in birds and rare mammals with close-up animal encounters.
Churwell Urban Woodlands - Daffil Woods
A woodland with a wooden assault course, sensory garden, ponds, wildlife spots and a miniature railway. Open all day, every day, with pushchair-friendly paths throughout.
Go Active Falconry
Hands-on bird of prey experiences and falconry displays in a conservation-focused centre near Newark.
Nostell Priory
Sprawling 18th-century country house with lovely gardens, lakeside walks, and a play park. Perfect for families who like a mix of history and outdoor exploring.
Boston Park Farm
Family-friendly working farm with maize maze, farm animals, outdoor play equipment and seasonal activities.
Sundown Adventureland
Adventure park with soft play, rides and themed attractions for under-10s. Free parking and a cafe make it easy for a full day out.
Skelton Country Park
A lakeside country park with well-maintained paths, countryside views of Leeds, and plenty of space for families to walk, cycle and spot wildlife.
Weston Park Museum
Free Victorian museum in Sheffield with interactive exhibits, art galleries, and fascinating local history displays that appeal to all ages.
Hirst Wood Nature Reserve
A tranquil woodland and riverside nature reserve with walking trails, wildlife spotting, and plenty of benches. Great for a peaceful family morning or afternoon out.
Cartwright Hall Gardens
Beautiful, well-kept gardens in Bradford with a lovely water feature, free entry, and open every day. A proper local gem for a relaxed family wander.
Diggerland Yorkshire
Operate real diggers, dumpers and bulldozers plus try the JCB scoop swing and treasure dig.
Whipsnade Zoo
The UK's largest zoo, with 600 acres of natural enclosures, over 2,500 animals, and a railway to ride. Wear comfy shoes and pack a picnic.
Derwent Valley Light Railway
Heritage railway with restored locomotives and scenic rides, set within Murton Park near York.
Forestry England Dalby
Extensive woodland forest with walking and mountain bike trails, visitor centre, and family-friendly activities.
Pontefract Castle
Free medieval castle with grounds, visitor centre and kids' activities. Great for a picnic and exploring ruins, with a small adventure park and herb garden.
