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Lotherton Hall

Historic Edwardian manor with beautiful gardens, woodland walks, playgrounds and a Wildlife World. Perfect for a mixed indoor and outdoor family day out.

££Historic Site4.5(3730)

Oakwell Hall & Country Park

17th-century manor house with restored gardens and country park, free entry with scenic walks and a cafe. Great for families and dogs.

FreeHistoric Site4.6(2000)

Heaney & Mill

Independent restaurant serving quality breakfasts, Sunday roasts and seasonal dishes. Free parking, outdoor seating and good for all ages.

££Family Cafe4.6(770)

Ripon Canal Basin

A peaceful canal basin with an easy towpath, historic locks, and boat trips suitable for families.

FreeOutdoorCanal or River Walk4.5(166)

The Boathouse Newmillerdam

A peaceful lakeside café within Newmillerdam Country Park, serving locally sourced food and drinks with stunning water views. Perfect for families seeking a scenic spot to relax during their country park visit.

££Family Cafe4.6(627)

Rodley Nature Reserve

Peaceful wetland nature reserve with bird hides, river views and easy trails. Perfect for families wanting a quiet nature spot without the fuss.

FreeOutdoorNature Reserve4.6(620)

Operation Laser Tag

Outdoor woodland laser tag arena with excellent reviews, perfect for active families seeking adventure and tactical fun.

8–16 yrsOutdoorLaser Tag4.8(20)

Walnut Tree Wacky Warehouse

Indoor soft play and an outdoor play area attached to a pub, with food for the whole family. General admission is £6 per child, with a cheaper Tots Club rate for under-5s on weekday mornings.

££Newborn–8 yrsSoft Play4.4(230)

The Botanist Trinity Leeds

A botanical bar-restaurant in Trinity Leeds with a kids menu, high chairs, and live music at weekends. Famous for hanging kebabs, brunch, and a big cocktail list.

££Family Restaurant4.3(1839)

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.

FreeOutdoorGarden4.7(207)

Canal Towpath Walk

A scenic canal towpath walk with beautiful views, ducks and historic structures, perfect for family strolls.

FreeOutdoorCanal or River Walk4.6(48)

Ponderosa Zoo

A compact, family-friendly zoo with animals, soft play, zipwire and excellent wheelchair access near Leeds.

Zoo4.4(3038)

Harvester Colton Mill Leeds

Family-friendly chain restaurant serving grilled meats, salads, pasta and seafood in a relaxed setting.

Family Restaurant4.4(3694)

Swithens Farm

A welcoming working farm with animal feeding experiences, seasonal events, and a cafe, perfect for families.

££Farm4.4(1499)

Grass Hoppers Indoor & Outdoor Play

Large indoor and outdoor soft play centre with face painting, fish feeding and cafe facilities.

££Up to 8 yrsIndoor Play Centre4.4(820)

Crazy Tykes Indoor and Outdoor Children's Soft Play Centre

A highly-rated indoor and outdoor soft play centre with excellent facilities, friendly staff and party options.

££Up to 10 yrsSoft Play4.4(676)

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis

A compact wildlife zoo featuring snow leopards, arctic foxes, tropical bats and meerkats across indoor halls and outdoor areas.

Wildlife Park4.4(366)

Adventure Forest Play Centre

A family-run indoor play centre in Trafford Park with soft play, a football pitch, mini quad track, and a café serving fresh homemade food. Monthly SEN sessions available too.

££Indoor Play Centre4.2(677)

Ardsley Reservoir

Easy 1.5-mile walk around a pretty reservoir with flat paths, free parking and good views. Great for dogs and families, though the car park fills up quickly.

FreeOutdoorLake4.5(665)

Mother Shipton Inn

Traditional riverside pub with home-cooked food and a genuine welcome for families. Strong on gluten-free options and hearty meals.

££Family Restaurant4.5(1413)