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Thornes Clarence Park
Thornes Park is Wakefield's main open space, less than a mile from the city centre. It offers 60 hectares of open space to explore and enjoy including a 2 mile circular path that follows the boundary of the park - and if this is not challenging enough there are several exercise stations on the route. Admission:2015 Prices: 18 hole pitch and...
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Anglers Country Park
Services Free car parking - with disabled bays closest to the visitor centre Café Room on the Broom Adventure Trail Toilets (open 9am – 4.30pm, 7 days a week) including a Changing Places facility for use of people with a disability Electric mobility scooters - free of charge Kids adventure playground All facilities within the...
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Middleton Railway - Leeds
Middleton Railway has been awarded Accreditation status from the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA). This award demonstrates that the museum has achieved clearly defined national standards relating to the governance and management, user services, visitor facilities and collections management. We are very proud to have been awarded this...
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Hemsworth Water Park and Playworld - Pontefract
Hemsworth Water Park has two lakes; the largest lake is available for pedalo rides and has sandy beaches; the smallest lake is in a more secluded area to attract wildlife. Both lakes are stocked for fishing which is available all year round. There are also plenty of grassed areas for picnics and games.
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park
The only one of its kind, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international centre for modern and contemporary art, experienced and enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year. Explore open-air displays by some of the world’s finest artists, enjoy fascinating exhibitions throughout four stunning galleries, be inspired by the natural...
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Xscape Castleford
WELCOME TO XSCAPE LEEDS CASTLEFORD If you're looking for action and excitement then you've come to the right place. Get yourself ready to play, eat and shop at Xscape Castleford - The Ultimate Entertainment Destination. Experience the thrill of our indoor real snow slope, rock climbing, adventure golf, bowling, laser games, our state...
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SNO!zone - Castleford
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding, including lessons, coaching, fun family activities, or be part of the best in UK snowsports events and freestyle scene at SNO!zone. With 3 indoor slopes across the UK, each located inside Xscape, the ultimate entertainment and leisure resort, there's tonnes of real snow and apres ski fun to be had. Choose your...
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Oakwell Hall Country Park
Oakwell Hall is furnished as a family home in the 1690s and offers visitors a real insight into a post-English Civil War household. The site also includes over 100 acres of country park, a visitor centre, gift shop, nature trail, picnic sites, playgound and countryside centre. Admission:2015 Prices: Access to the Park and Visitor Centre is...
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The Leeds Wall
The Leeds Wall is a great modern climbing facility for climbers of all abilities, and ages 6 and older, whether you are trying the sport for the first time, or one of the best in the world! There are a wide range of climbing and bouldering routes to enjoy, plus fully equipped changing rooms with showers, disabled access, a shop, and a café....
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Chestnut Tree - Barnsley
BAZZ AND JAZZ PLAY ZONE - Indoor Play Building OPENING TIMES Sunday - Thursday 12noon - 9pm. Friday & Saturday 12noon - 10pm. Last admissions are 1 hour before closing (above). PARENTS AND TODDLERS Monday - Friday 10am - 12noon. Term time: only 10am - 12noon & 1pm - 3pm. STANDARD...
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Temple Newsam House Leeds
Temple Newsam is one of the great historic estates in England. Set within over 1500 acres of parkland, woodland and farmland landscaped by Capability Brown in the 18th century, it is a magnificent Tudor–Jacobean mansion. Famous as the birthplace of Lord Darnley and home to the Ingram family for over 300 years, the mansion houses rich...
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Kirklees Light Railway
Steam along behind Hawk, Owl, Fox or Badger, our four friendly steam engines on an enchanting 50 minute return trip. Travel along 3¾ miles of 15" narrow-gauge rail through the superb scenery of the lovely South Pennine foothills.
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Cannon Hall Farm - Barnsley
he perfect family day out in the Pennine hills with hundreds of animals, and adventure playgrounds. We are a working family-run farm, and you may have seen us on TV on Springtime on the Farm, Winter on the Farm, The Yorkshire Vet and more! Suitable for children and adults of all ages, there’s plenty to see and do at the farm. Your...
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The Maize Maze at Cawthorne
A warm family welcome awaits you at our dairy farm. Our Maize Maze is "run by our family for your family". As well as a great maze puzzle we aim to create a village fete atmosphere, where you don't have to put your hand in your pocket all the time. The only thing we charge extra for is a tractor and trailer ride to...
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The Hungry Llama indoor play area - Barnsley
The Hungry Llama indoor play area is one of the biggest and best in the north of England. Packed with features including nine dramatic slides and the most up to date play equipment, it guarantees a fabulous, fun filled day whatever the weather. Kids will be in heaven as there’s something interesting and exciting around every corner. Built...
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Locke Park
Locke Park is a popular park in Barnsley that offers some pleasing green space for ball games and picnicking, plus a play area for children up to 10 years old including climbing frames for different ages and a basket swing. There's also a sand pit, paddling pool, cafe, bowling green and tennis courts so there's actually loads to do if you make...
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Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park
Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park will show you how flour is milled within the 17th and 19th century buildings using a water powered old mill! It's fascinating stuff and there aren't many working examples left to explore around the Uk any more - so get over there while it's still there! The country park covers over 240 acres and...
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The Depot
For those not in the know who prefer their feet on the ground, the definition of bouldering is low level climbing free from ropes and harnesses, it can be just as difficult as other types of climbing but because of the low height it’s ideal for kids and beginners too. It’s bottomed out with heavy safety matting as well so when the...
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Cliffe House
Welcome to Cliffe House, outdoor study and conference centre. Providing tailor made learning and events for schools, groups, colleges, businesses, individuals and the community. Admission:2015 Prices: Free! Opening Times: 2015 Opening Details: Play Area public use times Monday to Friday from 10am until 3pm during school holidays...
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ROKT Climbing Gym
ROKT Climbing Gym Thereâs climbing fun for everyone at ROKT Climbing Gym. For families with children aged 5+, we recommend the ROKT Taster Session, itâs with an instructor and is a great way to explore ROKTs exciting bouldering and roped climbing walls. For 2 to 5 year olds, Mum or Dad can register to supervise their little...
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Tropical World - Leeds
Tropical World at Roundhay park, Leeds is one of the UK's most popular garden tourist attractions and home to the largest collection of tropical plants outside Kew Gardens. Each year over a million visitors discover exciting new worlds, alien landscapes and exotic plant life - all in the heart of Leeds. New café and facilities at Tropical...
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Greenhead Park
Greenhead Park opened in September 1884 and is now in it’s 130th year. Throughout this time it has proved to be popular with the people of Huddersfield. Only half a mile from Huddersfield town centre, the park is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the shops, offices and stresses and strains of urban life. It is the perfect place to...
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Golden Acre Park - Leeds
The park is situated about six miles north-west of the centre of Leeds at Bramhope on the A660 Leeds Road. It consists of approximately 55 hectares of Gardens and mature Woodland surrounding an attractive lake which is home to many species of wildfowl. Adjacent to the park is Breary Marsh Local Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife and...
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Lotherton Hall - Leeds
Enjoy a fantastic day out at Lotherton Hall, a charming Edwardian house and country estate once home to the Gascoigne family. There is something for everyone to enjoy here; from the country house to the bird garden, the gardens and exhibitions, the shop and stables to the woodland walks and playgrounds.?? The present house has evolved over...
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Wentworth Castle Gardens
Children have the freedom to discover our vast parkland, which is home to a deer park and an array of plants and animals. Hidden within the landscapes are a variety of 18th century follies to be explored and admired, including the remains of Stainborough Castle which was built as a gigantic play area for the children of Thomas Wentworth. Visitors...
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Beaumont Park
The Friends of Beaumont Park Ltd. is an incorporated charity, limited by guarantee, supporting Kirklees Council in the maintenance and regeneration of Beaumont Park. Admission: Free Opening Times: Park open all year round. Visitors Centre Wednesdays and Sundays: Winter 1pm to 3.30pm, Summer 1pm to 4pm Saturdays during July and August...
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Harewood House - Leeds
Harewood House, home to the Queen's cousin, the Earl of Harewood, provides a great day out for all the family. The House, with its outstanding art collections, splendid State Rooms and fascinating 'Below Stairs' exhibition, is set in spectacular landscaped grounds, which include formal gardens and gentle woodland walks, a Bhutanese Stupa,...
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Manor Heath Park Jungle Experience - Halifax
The park occupies the site of an old manor house that fell into terminal decline after the war and was demolished in 1959. Fortunately, the park has continued in use and has become one of the best parks within the region. The park occupies around eight hectares with a large number of facilities on site. The Jungle Experience at Manor Heath...
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Shibden Hall - Halifax
Shibden Hall, set in 37 hectares of the Shibden valley, is a six hundred year old medieval timber-framed manor house. This Grade II* Listed 15th century house is one of England’s oldest and was built in 1420, five years after the Battle of Agincourt.
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Ski & Snowboard Centre + Snowtubing
Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre For over 25 years, Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre has nestled in the hills above Halifax, West Yorkshire. Originally the slope virtually just sat on top of the field and was made of a material called “Dendix”. Whilst great for learning, something new was needed for the ever progressing the sports...
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Wheata Woods
Wheata Woods is over 600 years old and full of history as well as wildlife. There are a number of bridlepaths and trails to follow plus the northern area of the woodland has the Trans Penine Trail running through it. There are loads of different trees to spot such as oaks, silver birch, holly and rowan, some of which are pretty old. Bird...
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Shipley Glen Cable Tramway - Shipley
The Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is the oldest working cable tramway in Great Britain (cliff lifts excepted). Dating from 1895, the line was built to serve the local beauty of Shipley Glen, near Saltaire in West Yorkshire. At nearly a quarter-mile in length, the woodland ride provides a pleasant alternative to the steep path. A short walk brings a...
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Ogden Water Country Park
Ogden Water Local Nature Reserve offers a superb opportunity to escape from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Over 300,000 people visit Ogden Water every year for picnics, walking, feeding the ducks, family outings and nature activities. Why not enjoy a picnic at one of our picnic tables, whilst taking in the stunning views. ...
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Another World Adventure Centre
Another World Adventure Centre activities include: mountain boarding, skiing and snowboarding in the winter months (weather permitting), archery and crossbows, rifle and pistol shooting, target slingshot and slingshot paintball, zorbing, bumper balls, survival and bushcraft courses, den building and bushcraft for the younger ones, go-kart building...
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Wentworth Family Farm - Rotherham
Wentworth Family Farm: Home to a range of rare breed such as Soay sheep, Jacobs sheep, Shetland cattle, middle white pigs, Saannen, Pygmy and Bagot goats. View red squirrels, British barn, snowy and tawny owls, horses and ponies. Also a bunny barn with rabbits, guinea pigs and other baby animals.Situated in sixteen acres of historic walled...
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Stockeld Park - Wetherby
Stockeld Park - where magic is made & adventures begin.... Nestled within ancient woodland, Stockeld Park hosts its Adventure Seasons from Halloween through to Christmas, for February half term and in the summer weeks. During the winter we have a real outdoor ice skating rink, sculpture-filled Enchanted Forest, a massive maze, Nordic ski...
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St Ives Estate Country Park
The St Ives Estate is a wonderful Country Park with woodlands, open moor, and a wildflower meadow, and paths throughout. The Adventure Playground is a fantastic feature for the children, and Coppice Pond offers both fishing opportunities, and a chance to feed the ducks. This park needs to be explored and should not to be missed! Admission:2015...
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Brodsworth Hall & Gardens
Explore the changing fortunes of a wealthy Victorian family in this once opulent Yorkshire country home. Discover 150 years of family life documented at Brodsworth Hall: from silk and chandeliers, to the austerity of life during WWII. Take a walk around the labyrinthine ‘grand gardens in miniature’, now restored to their Victorian...
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Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre
Standedge Tunnel is the highest, longest and deepest canal tunnel in the country and the site is a visitor attraction which forms part of the amazing restoration of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Admittance to Standedge Visitor Centre is free and a walk along the towpath is recommended to appreciate the beauty of the Pennine scenery. 30 minute...
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Magna Science Adventure Centre - Rotherham
Everyone enjoys an opportunity to play, so everyone young or old can enjoy creating their own adventure at Magna. Come prepared as Magna is a 'coats on' experience. On cold days we recommend you wear warm clothing. Science Adventure Centre set in the old Templeborough steelworks. There are four elements of earth, air, fire and water and play...
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Woolley Woods
Woolley Wood has a great variety of trees, some of which are not native, so it is a great place for kids to compare and try to identify different species. Look out for the yew trees as they are unusual for this area. Hundreds of beautiful bluebells can be seen during the spring, plus a number of plants including wild garlic, wood anemone and...
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Wincobank Hill
Wincobank Hill offers superb views over Sheffield and is made up of a mixture of heathland, woodland and open ground so there is plenty of space for the kids to run about and ramble. An Iron Age hill fort, consisting of a rampart and ditch, occupies a commanding position on the hilltop and many other historic features have also been found in the...
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RHS Harlow Carr
The £3.3 million Bramall Learning Centre has been officially opened. This innovative new centre is one of the UK's greenest buildings and will provide free education facilities for more than 10,000 children every year. About this exciting project The Bramall Learning Centre has been designed to be carbon neutral; in fact every element...
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Foundry Climbing
Foundry Climbing offers over 200 routes, 70% of which are from F5a to F7a. Over 1,100 sqm of climbing walls. Regular clubs for children and adults offering instruction in indoor climbing. These include Spider Club (aged 7 to 11 years), Young Climbers Club (aged 11 to 17 years), Adult Club (aged 18 years and over). One-off taster sessions are...
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The Winter Garden
The Winter Garden is a great place to stop for a peaceful time out in the heart of Sheffield and it's right beside the Millennium Gallery too so perfect for a dual visit! A pleasing chance to get back to nature in a very modern setting and for kids to stretch their legs. This striking glasshouse is actually large enough to hold 5,000 of the...
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Walk through natural habitats and encounter animals from all over the world. Also a woodlands nature trail. See marsupials, antelopes, zebra, ostrich and lemurs, anteater. There's family fun all day long with our walkthrough safari animal areas, a full programme of ranger talks and feeding time, indoor and outdoor play areas, cafes and shops in...
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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
The steep gradient up the Worth Valley from the Keighley terminus has been a challenge for locomotives ever since the line opened on 15th April 1867. The sound of a steam engine tackling this climb echoes from the steep sides of the valley, while great clouds of steam and smoke add drama to the scene. Many of the woollen mills that once stood...
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Harrogate Climbing Centre
Harrogate Climbing Centre is Yorkshire's premier indoor climbing centre. Based on Harrogate's Hornbeam Park, within striking distance of Leeds, York, Skipton and the whole of North Yorkshire; HCC opened in February 2010 and provides the area's finest climbing resource. Harrogate Climbing Centre's comfortable, friendly atmosphere means that you...
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The Valley Gardens
Perfectly situated to visit the superb waterfalls on the River Ure, the National Park Centre can also point you in the direction of other lovely walks in the area taking in the surrounding woods or heading up to the lovely villages of Carperby or Aysgarth. Next to the Centre is the Coppice Café which serves a great selection of drinks and...
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Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor pursuits and anything related to the great outdoors in or near the city of Wakefield, catering for you, your child, and your family.
This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park.
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