What is on for families & kids this summer holidays in Harrogate & Knaresborough? 

We’ve got lots of ideas & suggestions for days out & things to do during July & August for all ages from toddlers to teens including plenty of low cost & rainy day ideas for the holidays.

As well as our special school holidays events don’t forget to check out our year round “Days Out” pages by clicking here

Have a fabulous summer!

 

It’s back!

The Summer Holiday Activity Sheet in Harrogate has been refreshed with some new things to do and it’s now available to download!

If you want a simple plan for the summer, with a good mix of free, paid for and at home options then just download our summer holiday activity sheet by clicking on this link Summer Activity Ideas Sheet Harrogate Mumbler

You can see it below – we have one all filled out for you (with a few spaces for you to add in your favourite things) and also a blank version so you can plan your own fun summer.

The idea is to print it out, stick it on the fridge and complete all the activities, colouring them in as you go!

Whatever you do, I hope you and the mini mumblers have fun and make the most of our wonderful town at this time of year.

We’d love to see what you get up to so please send us in any photos of you and the Mini Mumblers completing any of these activities and we’ll add them to our Insta page!  Email us on harrogate@mumbler.co.uk


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Small family run business located in the heart of Birk Crag.

Come enjoy a break on your walk in Pippa’s garden and tipi with outdoor games and football.

Serving delicious home made cakes, bacon and egg sandwiches, smoked salmon & cream cheese bagels and lots of other lovely snacks.

Freshly ground Lonton coffee from the barista and iced lattes, milkshakes and juices.

Ice cream freezer serving the fabulous Yorvale Ice creams in tubs or cones with free sprinkles and sauce.

We will be serving our special wood fired pizzas on 2 afternoons mid week for the summer holidays, check our Instagram page for more details.

Special extended opening in the Summer holidays:

Monday – Friday 9:30 – 3:00 (24/7/23 – 01/09/23)

Saturday & Sunday 9:30 – 3:00

All you need to do now is get your shoes on…..


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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


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Summer 2023

Come out to play in Beningbrough’s gardens with a free nature trail, 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ and a host of other adventures to be had.

Open every day and free to National Trust members, RHS members and under-fives.

Pick up the Who’s hiding in the trees trail as the foundation of your exploring. At first glance, trees may appear to be quiet and peaceful, but in fact they are full of life – hidden between the branches, in hollows, or even under the bark.

In August join in one of the wonderful Wednesday activity sessions. Join Stories Alive on 2, 9 & 30 for a specially created outdoor walking story about Apple Pip’s Adventures at Beningbrough. It’s the turn of a special bug on 9 & 23 when the Tansy Beetle Action Group will be on hand with games and more.

Head over to the wilderness play area and spend time in the den zone. Clamber on the stack, cross the rope bridge to the slides and choose from one of the swings – the pendulum is perfect for older children. With tunnels, balance beams and a Wendy house to get the younger family members imagination going.


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Looking forward to welcoming you all back to the farm from Friday 2nd February 2024 😊
Open 6 days a week except North Yorkshire school holidays when we will be open 7 days a week !
Meet the animals 🐷
Guinea pig letting 🐹
Expectant ewes waiting to give birth 🐑
Bottle feeding of the lambs at 11am and 2pm daily 🍼
And lots lots more
Opening times 10 am – 4pm

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Enchantica’s Summer Fest is a one-day family friendly music festival taking place in the grounds of Conyngham Hall, Knaresbrough on Saturday 2nd September.

This all day event will be filled with activities and entertainment for all the family, from kids activities, a family fun afternoon stage programme, and an evening of 90s music to enjoy featuring local DJs, 90s tribute acts and headline act, 90s legends N-Trance.

As well as being a fantastic day out for the whole family, the event is also raising much needed funds to support 30 local schools and learning organisations.

For more information and to purchase tickets click here. https://enchanticas.co.uk/summerfest/

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Join Rascals Entertainment celebrating 12 years Entertaining with a Family Fun Festival

Sunday 3rd September 2023

12pm-5pm

At Harrogate Railway FC, Station View, Harrogate HG2 7JA

Come and join our Rascals Team for an afternoon of fun for all the family!

We couldn’t celebrate our 10th Anniversary due to covid restrictions, so, we have waited until it’s 12 years with a bigger celebration…

A full afternoon of fun for all the family with over 15 characters* appearing throughout the afternoon, Mini Disco, FREE Face Painting, FREE Balloon Modelling, Comical Magic Show with Tom, Toddler Rave, Bouncy Castles, BBQ & Food stall, Marquee, Stage, Outdoor Bar, Tick Tock Tween Dance Off, Rascals Pop Group, Circus Workshop & Show the Amazing local DJ/Music Producer Rory Hoy will be there with a set to get everyone dancing!

More activities to be added over the next few weeks!

Early Bird Child Tickets £15 Early Bird Adult tickets £10

Family Ticket 2 adults & 2 children £50

Under 2s free entry (does not include face painting though)

*All characters will not be out together

Book tickets online

Early Bird Tickets on sale from Monday 10th July 2023

Early bird tickets available until 1st August, then the price increases to

£17.50 for children and £12 for adults

£2 booking fee applies to all bookings.

Click here to enter our competition to win a family ticket.


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Grab a picnic and spend a full day running, jumping and exploring here at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal.

This summer is all about having fun in nature. Take part in a fun trail, have a go at crafting and discover all the quirks and curiosities of this huge site. There’s something new to see and do each week of the six week school holidays.

Think you’ve seen it all? Think again! Venture out into the deer park and find even more things to clamber under, climb over and hide in. The longer days have finally arrived so run free and enjoy everything this 900 acre World Heritage Site has to offer.

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.

For everything you’ll need to know about visiting this summertime click here 


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Get ready for a summer of fun at Harewood with £5 kid’s tickets when you pre-book using code ‘KIDSHALFPRICE’ from 26 Jul–3 Sep.

Looking for an exciting summer adventure that the whole family can enjoy? Look no further than Harewood, the ultimate destination for a sunny or rainy day out. Create lasting memories while exploring the wonders of nature, learning about the estate’s heritage, and immersing yourself in lots of brand-new activities.

Daily Summer Activities – all included in your ticket

We’ve got heaps of drop-in daily activities all summer. On the South Park, don’t get too lost in our new Colour Maze, with brilliant views up to the House and down to the Lake. Enjoy creative play in our Family Scrap Tent or the Bake House, packed full of possibilities! To cool off (or on a rainy day!) head up to the House and discover fun facts about Harewood’s history with Luna the Dachshund in our new Children’s Guide. Follow our interactive Lakeside Play Trail to find brand new play activities, encouraging little legs all the way to treats at the Bothy!


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There are several events and activities Harrogate Library this summer.  All events are for children aged 4-11 and are FREE to attend unless otherwise stated.

Please contact your local library to book a place.

Ready, Set, Read! is the title of the 2023 Summer Reading Challenge, the UK’s biggest reading for pleasure programme for primary school aged children.


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CARNIVAL | Sunday 30 July 2023

Created as a one-day spectacular, Carnival is a bustling hub of events set to be staged on the last Sunday in July 2023.

With global music and dance stages, themed food zones, a theatre of food, art and craft workshops, street theatre and a Carnival stage, this family-friendly day is a true party in every sense of the word.

First staged in 2019, it was back again for 2022 and returns in 2023, kicking off at 11am with a large street parade throughout the centre of Harrogate before heading to the Valley Gardens. It’s free for everyone to attend and celebrate the diversity, colours, costumes, sounds and flavours from the four quarters of the world, right here in Harrogate.


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Set deep in the tranquil Yorkshire countryside is a hidden gem waiting for you to discover. Rich in wildlife, winding woodland paths, cooling water ways and unique land art, the Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park near Ripon has 45 acres of gardens, arboretum, lakes and 90 sculptures... a log cabin tearoom & horsebox full of tasty treats with a woodland playground for kids.

• Kids Go Free (Under 16 years)

 Dogs welcome on leads

• Entrance tickets must be booked online

• Open Wednesdays – Sundays until 29th October 2023

Summer Holiday Adventures 26th July – 3rdSeptember 

The Great Yeti Hunt – daily 10am – 4pm

The young Yeti has got lost in the garden; can you help find him? Join in the hunt for the Yeti around the garden, can you find what he’s doing?    

Art Attack – daily 10am – 4pm

Get arty and join us creating a giant Himalayan Doodle. Can you spot who is hiding in it?  

Garden Ranger Activities – Thursdays at 11am – 12.30pm on 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August

Join the gardeners and become a Garden Ranger with adifferent drop-in activity taking place each Thursday – from Butterfly Safari & Cloud Bathing, Pond Dipping, Bird Hide Building and Music Making.


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Planning a day out in York?

Buy an All York Family ticket for up to five people on-board any bus* for just £5.50 & enjoy unlimited travel within the city boundary.

*Tour buses not included

 

 

 


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Meet a Viking at the award-winning JORVIK Viking Centre!

Take the little ones to discover York’s Viking legacy this summer. Hop aboard a time capsule to 10th century York, and take in the sights, sounds and even the smells – including rotting fish and cabbages – of the Viking Age city. There’s even one Viking to spot on the toilet!

Dig deeper into the Viking story of York by getting close-up with a rare collection of 1,000-year-old-artefacts whilst talking to friendly Viking hosts. Did Vikings have summer holidays? Or go on trips to the beach? Chat to the Vikings of Coppergate to find out more!

Silverdale Hoard

If you were a Viking going into battle and needed to hide your silver, what would you do? Bury it!

Uncover one of the largest ever found in the UK – the Silverdale Hoard at JORVIK Viking Centre. How many pieces of silver can you count when you visit?

Pre-booking advised. For ticket prices and opening times please visit the website


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Pirates & Mermaids – Summer at Mother Shipton’s

Saturday 22nd July – Sunday 3rd September, 10am to 5.30pm (last admission 4pm)

This summer it’s time to SHELL-abrate at Mother Shipton’s Pirates & Mermaids event.

Take a trip under the sea to meet our very own magnificent mermaid and swashbuckling pirate!

Explore the Little Mermaid’s enchanted cavern filled with gadgets and gizmos aplenty, whozits and whatzits galore!

Will you get lost in her magical world of dinglehoppers and thingamabobs?

SCUTTLE along the ARRR-mazing adventure trail to discover FIN-tastic nautical scenes and countless MER-mazing photo opportunities – you’re guaranteed to have a WHALE of a time.

Dressing up is thoroughly encouraged, prizes and free tickets will be awarded to Mother Shipton’s favourites when you share your photos and videos with us on social media #mothershiptons.

There’s something for the whole family at England’s Oldest Tourist Attraction, including the birthplace of the Yorkshire Prophetess Mother Shipton, the incredible Petrifying Well, a large children’s Adventure Playground and a Museum & Gift Shop.

Scrumptious ice cream is available to purchase as well as hot dogs, pies, sweet and savoury treats, take-away coffee, tea, hot chocolate and refreshments from our lovely vintage-style kiosks in the middle of the woodland walk.

There are plenty of picnic benches and scenic views. Dogs on a lead are welcome everywhere except the adventure playground for a picturesque mile-long walk along the River Nidd.

Booking essential.

 


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Visit the National Railway Museum for a day out like no other!

Not only do we have icons of the railway and thousands of railway related objects, we also have Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery a special interactive experience for families and the Flying Scotsman VR Experience, where you can see the famous locomotive’s story come to life around you.

See amazing rail vehicles including Mallard, the world’s fastest steam locomotive and climb aboard the Japanese ‘bullet train’.

Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery, our brand-new interactive experience for families opens 27 July 2023.

Enter a world of endless possibilities and play your way through 18 mind-bending challenges, testing your engineering skills together. Step into the human wind tunnel, launch a rocket and build big, there’s so much to explore! Be amazed by our explosive live shows, and discover science in action with our explosive live experiments.

Ready to experience the extraordinary? Book tickets and find out more here.

Flying Scotsman fans will love the new virtual reality experience we have on offer. See the story for Flying Scotsman come to life around you, feel the heat of the engine and feel the rumble of the loco as it comes into a station. See the trailer and book tickets here.

 


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Are you looking for some fun exciting activities to do this summer? Well look no further, North Yorkshire Council are welcoming Chapterhouse Theatre Company again this summer to bring you ‘Sense & Sensibility’ Fri 18th Aug, ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’  Sat 19th Aug and ‘21st Century ABBA & Queen Tribute Concert’ Fri 1st Sept.

Also joining this summer are BoxTree Productions, who will be performing their rendition of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The Musical’ Sun 16th July. All performances will take place amongst the beautiful parks in and around the Harrogate area.

You can find more information on; dates, times, locations as well as how to get your hands on some tickets on our blog.


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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


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The pop up parties are back this summer!

This year, we are not only joined by Rascals Entertainment – who will be providing the entertainment for the Harrogate and Knaresborough – but also Enchantica’s – who will be providing the magical entertainment in Ripon!

Pop up party, Valley Gardens

Start date: Thursday 27 July 2023 11:00am

End date: Thursday 27 July 2023 16:00pm

Location: Valley Gardens, Valley Drive, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2SZ

Rascals Entertainment.

They’re perfect for younger children and their parents with a mix of entertainment and activities including; magic shows, circus tricks shows and character mini discos and more.

Pop up party, Knaresborough Castle Grounds

Start date: Wednesday 16 August 2023 11:00am

End date: Wednesday 16 August 2023 16:00pm

Location: Knaresborough Castle, Castle Yard, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8AS

Rascals Entertainment.

They’re perfect for younger children and their parents with a mix of entertainment and activities including; magic shows, circus tricks shows and character mini discos and more.

Pop up party, Ripon Spa Gardens

Start date: Thursday 24 August 2023 11:00am

End date: Thursday 24 August 2023 16:00pm

Location: 10 Park Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2AX

Enchantica’s

They’re perfect for younger children and their parents with a mix of entertainment and activities including; juggling stage shows, dj fairy family raves, circus stage shows and much more.

 




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22nd July – 3rd September

Summer Holiday Fun at RHS Harlow Carr

Aardman presents: Lloyd of the FliesThe Grand Bug & Pest Hotel Hunt

This summer holidays at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, visit a resort with a difference: The Grand Bug & Pest Hotel!Lloyd the housefly and friends have booked a stay at the hotel, but Lloyd has lost the map. Can you help them reach their fabulous vacation destination? Have fun on the Grand Bug & Pest Hotel Hunt trail, download Aardman’s new interactive app, and enjoy fun, family-friendly activities all summer long!Garden admission applies; free to RHS members and children under 5.

Nature House forest school

Every Monday​, 24 July – 28 August
10am – 12.30pm & 1pm – 3pm, around the garden

Adventure walks with the Garden Detectives

Every Tuesday and Thursday, 25 July – 31 August
11am, 1pm & 3pm, meet at the Learning Centre

Wellbeing yoga

Every Wednesday, 26 July – 30 August
11am, 1pm & 3pm, Kalmia Lawn (next to Main Borders)

Animation workshops

Wednesday 26 July, 2, 9 and 16 August
Sessions at 10am, 11am, 1pm and 2pm

Plus Family Fun every Friday


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July 22nd – September 4th 2o23

MUMBLER EXCLUSIVE – 15% off ALL Summer weekend and Summer Adventure tickets at Stockeld Park using code: SUNMUM23
Get ready for a day full of fun in the sun at the Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park!
Open every weekend now and EVERYDAY from the 22nd July – 4th September… Make sure to not miss out on the adventure of the summer, at one of Yorkshire’s leading adventure parks!
 
But what will the Summer Adventure offer?
  • Anytime & Fixed Playhive access
  • Underwater themed adventures
  • Outdoor Inflatables
  • Pedal Go-Karts
  • Outdoor playgrounds
  • Ride-on Tractors
  • Access to the Enchanted Forest
  • Access to the Magical Maze
And so much more!
It truly is going to be a Summer to remember! 
 
Tickets for the Summer Adventure and Summer weekends can be purchased via Stockeld Park’s website

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Summer Fun at the Caverns with Cavewoman and her friends

Come and meet our resident Cave Woman at Stump Cross Caverns. Let her teach you all about this subterranean world. Play games and learn all about fossils, minerals and Gem Stones 🥰 she will even show you where she lives in cavewoman corner

Why not try one of our daily fossil digs, everyone is welcome to join in and learn about the ancient history of the caves. Come and hold and learn about Megladon Teeth, dinosaur eggs, mammoth teeth and much more

Meet Cavewoman’s friend, the Yorkshire Fossil hunter and let him show you his fossils which he has found. He will teach you where and how to find them. He will also show you how to prepare them.

Cavewoman is very excited to introduce you to her miner friend from yesteryear. She will teach you all about the discovery and continuous exploration.

We are celerbrating 20 years at Stump Cross on the 3rd September 2023. Our megladon, Mickey has lost 20 Golden Teeth. Only 3 have been found in our dirt bags. Can you find one whilst you’re panning for gems from around the world?

Come and witness some of the most amazing scenery over the Yorkshire Dales National Park whilst you have a brew with a view.

We have a fabulous big sandpit with dinosaur fossils waiting to be discovered!


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Embark on a summer adventure in York, where a world of captivating attractions and thrilling activities awaits!

Discover the wonders of York Minster, with a packed schedule of family-friendly events and activities designed to engage young explorers in the medieval Minster. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of iconic locomotives at the National Railway Museum, and explore over 200 years of railway history that shaped our world. Delve into York’s darkest past at The York Dungeon, and experience 2,000 years of intriguing history through sights, sounds, and even smells. Sail along the River Ouse with City Cruises York, with a variety of trips from sightseeing cruises to self-drive boats suitable for the whole family. Go on a journey through York’s rich history at the York Castle Museum, where you’ll encounter recreated Jacobean dining rooms and the renowned Victorian Street, Kirkgate.

Make your journey into the city hassle-free by taking advantage of York Park & Ride. With free parking available at all sites, it’s a convenient and cost-effective option. What’s even better, an Adult Return ticket costs just £3.60, and up to three children can travel for free!


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All Creatures Great and Small

22 July- 3 September

During the summer school holidays there’s loads of see and do at the grand and glorious estate of Temple Newsam. There’s plenty of outdoor activities from bat walks to plant potting in the Walled Garden and loads of indoor fun for drizzly days or a little escape from the summer sun. Don’t forget to check out the many play bays located throughout Temple Newsam House. There’s plenty of summertime trails to get involved with and special event days too!


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On the Bench: Summer at Thackray

22 July- 3 September

This summer holidays, discover the playful science behind all things sport with activity for all the family. Our new exhibition ‘On the Bench’ presents you with the opportunity to learn the science behind sports. We’ll be hosting a range of free activities to get you moving and thinking!

Learn how to prevent injury with our fun and interactive warm-up sessions. You’ll have the chance to participate in activities such as hula hooping and cone stretches to discover how this will help your body loosen muscles and stay healthy.

Feeling creative? We’ve got the opportunity to design, build and test your own sports injury treatments. Take on our design challenge to create a colourful collage cast or test your skills at sling-making in our Innovation Station.

Join our team for a series of daily talks and an exploration of the fascinating objects in our collection that explore the stories of injury and recovery.

All these activities and more are free with your museum ticket.

Have budding scientists in the family that want to dive deeper? Don your safety goggles and join the Thackray Boffins as they uncover the secret science that sits behind medical innovation and discovery. Thackray Science LIVE shows will be running regularly throughout the holidays.


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26 July- 3 September

Get back to nature during the Summer School Holidays! Our explorer packs are available from reception for those wanting to dig a little deeper into the wildlife trails our tiny island paradise.

As an added extra, track down the animal footprints during the first three weeks of summer and enjoy Birds of Thwaite Bingo in the final three weeks. Learn all about the different birds who frequent our island and get a line or a full house to claim yourself a special prize!

Open Weekends only

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Yorkshire Balloon Fiesta is well known for being the ultimate weekend of sensational live music, family entertainment and hot air balloons. This year, they have announced some incredible artists including Sam Ryder, Ella Henderson, Toploader, Blue, Joel Corry, Diversity, Sister Sledge and many more.

This family festival will also host some popular children’s entertainers too – including Andy & The Odd Socks, YolanDa’s Band Jam, Brainiac Live, Justin Fletcher, Dick & Dom and Cosmic Kids Yoga.

Included in each ticket will be entry to the event to watch these sensational live musicians, the family roller rink, the ravertots big top, children’s arts & crafts tents and the arena entertainment – including Stunt World, Dingle Fingle Comedy Car the BMX Show and all balloon related entertainment (weather permitting.)

Balloon pilots travel from across the country (and some from Europe) to attend this festival. They are hoping to have a mass balloon launch on every evening of the event, and a picture-perfect night glow performance on the first three nights of the event too

Held over Friday 25th – Monday 28th – this weekend is not to be missed out on. Use code: MUMBLER25 to get 25% off the price of your tickets.


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Wonder-ing what to do this summer? ….

15th July – 3rd September 2023

 

Everything from clay and wax sculpting to huge foam bubbles experiences and sound wave colliders are included in Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s packed holiday programme this summer.

Curiosity & Wonder is YSP’s free* summer offering created with family fun in mind and taking place throughout the school holiday period. With free admission for the under-25s, a whole family with one adult can enjoy a full day out for as little as £9!

Kicking off on Saturday, July 15, there will be live painting sessions, family life drawing sessions, rangoli radio meditation, as well as poetry reading, creative writing and wax sculpture workshops. Other activities include:

 

  • YSP’s landscape temporarily being transformed with vast foam bubbles. This fun and foamy interactive artwork will be activated twice daily.
  • Calligraphy sessions are on offer as well as Bradford-born artist Cat Scott exploring with participants what it might feel and sound like to be in a bubble.
  • In the Outdoor Sculpture Building visitors can build their own super-sized sculptures.
  • Free packs of playful ideas can be collected from the ArtCart to enjoy whilst out and about in the Park, or visit the Hidden Forest for Sculpture Adventures aimed at the under 5’s.
  • Other must-see events include the Family Rave for all ages on Saturday 5 August or for those wanting something a little less full on there are also mindful listening walks to connect to the sounds of the natural world.

 

All Curiosity & Wonder daytime activities and events are free* and included with YSP admission. To book tickets and find out about the full programme visit www.ysp.org.uk

 

*with the exception of the evening dining experiences at The Weston. Bookable in advance.

Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton, WF4 4LG (for SAT NAV use WF4 4JX)


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Hesketh Farm

Hesketh Farm Park is set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, just 1 mile from the picturesque village of Bolton Abbey.There’s loads to do, including feeding and stroking the animals, having fun inside – maybe in the giant sandpit or playing hide and seek with your friends in the straw maze.

If you’re feeling peckish they have a small cafe from which you can enjoy a delightful homemade snack.

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Get your Big 50 ‘Bucket List’ booklet when you collect tickets at the Booking Office at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, tick off as many Bucket List items as you can over the Summer 2023 School Holidays and visit an NYMR Shop to collect your Top Fan or Super Fan badge. £45 adult annual pass, kids go FREE.

Piglets Adventure Farm

Piglets Adventure Farm
Towthorpe Moor Lane, York, YO32 9ST
Oink Oink! Piglets Adventure Farm offers a fantastic family day out.
Packed with exciting attractions, animal cuties, special events programme there’s loads to see and do.

Open 10am until 5.30pm daily (closed Dec-Feb – open Dec for Christmas event).

World of Their Own: School Holidays

World of their Own is a Wild West Adventure Play Village and Fairytale-themed Ice Cream Parlour based at Hornbeam Park in Harrogate.

All the fun and excitement of the Wild West in a safe enclosed space! All tickets include a meal and a drink.

*NOTE: These Experiences are released fortnightly to prevent clashes with private hire party bookings

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