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.

Attracting groups of all ages from 6yrs+, BPF offers a huge variety of outdoor activities in the beautiful 720 acre woodland setting of Bawtry Forest. Activities include; Target and Zombie Archery, outdoor Laser Combat, Rifle Shooting, Tomahawk Axe and Knife Throwing, Junior ‘low-impact’ Paintballing, a 53ft Climbing Wall, Paintball Mini-Tank Battles, a huge Tree-Trek and Zipline Park with 50ft leap-of-faith, and of course regular Paintballing. BPF is also home of the infamous Predator!

Our award-winning paintball and laser combat game zones are like something out of a Hollywood movie. Props include real Lynx, Wessex and Huey helicopters, 42 ex-MOD armoured vehicles, tanks, castles, and a tree-top fortress.

All activities can be booked online at bawtrypaintballfields.co.uk, or call our friendly team on 01302 868841

Bawtry Paintball & Laser Fields
Bawtry Forest,
Great North Road,
Bawtry, Doncaster
DN10 6DG

Now there’s a new way to take a look into the past as you explore North Yorkshire’s County Town, guided by the ‘Discover Northallerton’ app in the palm of your hand.

Discover more about the heritage of Northallerton and uncover hidden stories of fascinating people, places and events that shaped this historic market town through the centuries.

With 2 trails, there is loads of fun to be had!

‘Autumnfest trail with the Mowbrees’ enjoying the sights as we watered Tinker Mowbree’s veggie patch near the phone box, threw conkers in Applegarth Park, searched for treats hiding in pumpkins in Zetland Street, and danced with the twins, Violet and Spike Mowbree, by the pedestrian crossing!

‘Portals into the Past’ entitles the second trail, which is packed with information about the history of the town and we had chance to have a little look, but would love to return another day to take in the details of the trail.  Here you can uncover Northallerton’s hidden stories of fascinating people, places and events, including the Town Hall and Shambles, the Rutson Hospital, Register House, and the original site of Northallerton Grammar School before it moved to Grammar School Lane and then became Northallerton College.  This would be a great trail for schools to use as part of a local history project.

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May 2023

This May half term is all about fun and playing in nature here at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. This 800-acre site is bursting with life and splashing its colour. How do you play in nature? Do you run and jump through the long swaying grass? Or do you sit still and watch the nature around you, spotting a frog in the water, watching the birds fly overhead or seeing little beasties flee as you lift a log? Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal has so much for you to explore.

Get crafting in Swanley Grange with our free family friendly drop-in sessions every day from 27 May – 4 June. Design and create your own bug house using sustainable and natural materials. Once completed, explore the estate and gather materials to go inside. Who knows which bugs will make their new home there? We have quiet crafting sessions daily between 2-3pm for those who might find quiet crafting a better experience.

Join in with the family trail, every day from 27 May – 4 June, exploring the nature in the deer park. Discover and learn where different animals and insects live. What beasties will you find living in the grassland, woodland or freshwater habitats?

Walk with the wildlife volunteers on Saturday 27 May to find out more about the Red, Sika and Fallow deer that call Studley Royal deer park their home.

There are acres of space for little legs to run riot at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. Wobble, jump and climb your way through the play area. Why not take a walk through the summer garden or climb to the high ride to see some of the best views?

For everything you need to know about visiting Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal this May half term – visit Visiting Fountains Abbey with kids | National Trust

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Valley Gardens:
We are open 10am – 6pm selling ice creams, drinks, snacks
Games available – Crazy golf, Pitch and putt, tennis, table tennis and disc golf
The paddling pool will be filled Friday 26th May  

Knaresborough Caslte & Museum:

Open Wednesday, Saturday Sunday: 10:00 to 16:00
Last admission: 15:30

Opening days may vary, please telephone to check before making a journey.

Ripon Spa Gardens:

Free entry, open 24/7

Lost Boys 25th May – 2nd June 2024

This May Half Term, all you need is FAITH, TRUST and PIXIE DUST. Join us for a fantastical journey at Mother Shipton’s from 25th May to the 2nd June, step into the enchanting world of Peter Pan with ‘Lost Boys’.

Embark on an adventure like no other as you explore themed displays inspired by the wild children from the beloved story of Peter Pan. From shipwrecks to pirate hideouts and fairy-themed displays, pose amidst scenes straight out of a story book. Share your enchanting photos with us on social media using #mothershiptons for a chance to win free tickets to visit again!

Dressing up is thoroughly encouraged!

As England’s Oldest Tourist Attraction, Mother Shipton’s offers something for the whole family. Explore the birthplace of the Yorkshire Prophetess Mother Shipton, marvel at the incredible Petrifying Well, and let the little ones roam free in our Adventure Playground (weather permitting). Indulge in scrumptious treats from our vintage-style kiosks, including ice cream, pies, hot dogs, and sweet delights.

With plenty of picnic benches nestled amidst our blooming woodland, take a moment to soak in the beauty of spring and enjoy panoramic views of the River Nidd. Plus, furry friends on leads are welcome to join you on a picturesque mile-long walk.

Booking is essential. Don’t miss out on this magical journey to Neverland!

Oxygen York – the NEW indoor free-jumping, Active Play, climbing & trampolining centre at Clifton Moor – NOW OPEN.

Oxygen is a brilliant Free-Jumping, climbing, soft play and trampolining centre for lots of energetic fun. The new park will include:

• Open Bounce Trampolines
• Parkour Area
• Inflatable Park
• Interactive Sports Pitch with AirTrack
• Airbag Jump & Trapeze
• Baby and Toddler Soft Play
• Climbing Features including cargo, ladder & totem poles
• Strike Arena

Along with an extensive café plus a separate quiet lounge, Oxygen York will have two VIP party rooms on the mezzanine floor and additional party areas on the lower floor.

Oxygen Activeplay is the UK’s leading provider of multi-activity indoor leisure experience – with our mission to revolutionise the activeplay world for every child (and adult), we can’t wait to welcome you to our new York site!

Clifton Moor Centre, Hurricane Way, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 4XU

27 MAY – 4 JUNE 2023

Get sowing this May half term at RHS Garden Harlow Carr and learn how to grow your own food.

From sowing peas to edible garden tours with the Garden Detectives, take part in the veg olympics, or explore a family trail with plenty of grow-your-own ideas to inspire you along the way.

All activities are included with garden admission. Free to RHS members and children under 5.

Sow Awesome family trail

Stockeld Park, off the A661 Wetherby Road, LS22 4AN. Tel: 01937 586333

 HALF TERM AT THE CAVERNS – 27th May to 4th June 2023

It’s time for our Half Term Events- have you booked on yet for one of our special events?

Prehistoric Dino Egg Hunt. Book your cave entry ticket and participate in our competition to find all of the hidden dino hatchlings hidden in our caves to reveal a secret word.

Half Term Fossil & Gem Digs with our Cavewoman. She will be showing you some of our awesome treasures, and there’s an Half Term treat to take away

Half Term Cavewoman Games in the Caves – Saturday 27th May to Sunday 4th June 2023, 4pm to 5pm – celebrate half term with our Cavewoman, with stones and bones games and learn all about her ancient world.

Gemstone Waterfall– Buy your bag of paydirt In the gift shop and then go panning for crystals and GOLD  can you find one of our Megladon missing teeth? If you do you win a fabulous prize!

Outside sandpit with dinosaur bones and ammonites hidden to find

Find out more and book online

www.stumpcrosscaverns.co.uk