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always suggest you ring beforehand if visiting with disabled children as
all attractions within the place you are visiting may not be accessible,
depending on disablement, and whether or not if you have a helper. |
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Lightwater Valley,
North Stainley, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 3HT. Tel: 0870 458 0040 www.lightwatervalley.co.uk |
One of the UK's leading theme parks, packed with over 40 rides and attractions. From our jaw dropping big thrill rides to mini adventures for the junior thrill seekers. Bird of prey centre. Shopping and more. |
Yes |
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Go Ape,
Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire, North York Moors National Park Tel 0845 643 9215 www.goape.co.uk |
Have a fun-filled three hours up in
trees, trekking from tree to tree via an assortment of rope bridges
and Tarzan swing. |
No |
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Aerial Extreme, The
Camp Hill Estate, Kirklington, Bedale, North Yorkshire, |
Fun for anyone over 1.4m: obstacles include Spiders web, Tarzan Zip wire and "Sky Walk: 50 foot climb, plank bridge traverse and simulated parachute jump. Extreme Zone for under 10s. Café and picnic areas. Pre booking advised. |
No |
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The Christmas
Adventure, Stockeld Park, Wetherby, N.Yorks, LS22 4AW Tel 01937 586101 www.thechristmasadventure.com |
Outdoor festive fun including an
Enchanted Wood walk, outdoor skating rink, snowflake - shaped maze, Nordic
Ski Trail, Santa's Grotto, Gift Shop, Café and Christmas Tree sales. Free entry and parking. Pay by activity. |
Yes |
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Big
Sheep & Little Cow Farm Attraction, Aiskew Watermill, Aiskew, Bedale, North YorkshireDL8 1AW, Tel 01677 422125 |
Hands-on farm attraction, bottle feed lambs, calves piglets. Hold small animals. Bath a pig. Childrens Quad Bikes. New Indoor Adventure Play Barn. Tearoom. Farm produce for sale. A great day out. |
Yes | ||
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English
Heritage. English Heritage locations throughout Yorkshire www.english-heritage.org.uk |
From castles to stately homes, ruins and palaces for the whole family to enjoy. Regular fun events and activities: many great ideas for school and educational trips. | Many of our attractions are disabled-friendly | ||
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York
City Sightseeing
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See York Minster, with its display of stained glass; walk in Medieval streets or on the 800 year old Bar Walls; visit award - winning museums or sample excellent restaurants and shopping from our open-top bus tour. | Yes: 3 buses have wheelchair access & run 1 - 3 times per hour. | ||
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Kilnsey Park,
Kilnsey, near Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 5PS Tel: 01756 752150 www.kilnseypark.co.uk |
A countryside experience all year round for the whole family. Fun trout fishing for under 12's, red squirrel and nature trail, freshwater aquarium with 'dark riders', restaurant, coffee shop, farm shop. | Yes | ||
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Fort
Paull, Battery Road, Paull, Near Hull, Yorkshire, HU12 8FP, |
Napoleonic Fort - 500 years of history in this superb Napoleonic Fort in 10 acres with magnificent views over the Humber estuary. Cafe, bar, tea rooms, Play area, picnic area, underground exhibits. |
Limited. access dependent on degree of disability. |
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Pots 2 Go, 25,
Montpellier Parade, Harrogate, N. Yorks, HG1 2TG, Tel: 01423 524797 www.pots2go.co.uk |
Paint pottery at our Ceramic café in Harrogate or use our mobile service covering a wide area, Pots 2 Go pottery painting brings out the creative streak in all! Parties. Refreshments. | Yes but please ring first | ||
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National Railway
Museum, Leeman Road, York, Yorkshire, YO26 4XJ Tel 08448 153139 www.nrm.org.uk |
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Yes, including partially-sighted | ||
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The Funky Farm, 2
Standard Ct, Standard Way Industrial Park, Northallerton, DL6 2XH. Tel.
01609 774464 www.thefunkyfarm.co.uk |
A fun filled childrens activity centre on the outskirts of Northallerton's town centre. 0-12yrs. Includes Enclosed tots and toddlers area which includes baby ball pool and car track. Onsite restaurant & car park. Parties. | Suitable for all | ||
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The Yorkshire
Planetarium, Harewood House,
Moor House, Harewood, Leeds, LS17 9LQ www.yorkshireplanetarium.co.uk |
Space planetarium with Zeiss star night sky and 3D Universe. Under our stars, you will observe constellations and the planets that can be seen from Yorkshire. See shimmering stars, glowing planets, & more | To be advised | ||
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Harewood
House, Harewood, Leeds, LS17 9LG, Tel 0113 218 1010 www.harewood.org 
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Marvel at the collections, explore the Gardens and Bird Garden, boat trip across the lake, youngsters can enjoy the excitement of the Adventure Playground! Educational visits. Shop, restaurant, picnic area. | Yes | ||
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Xscape,
Castleford, Colorado Way, Glasshoughton, Castleford,
West Yorkshire, WF10 4TA, Tel 0871 200 3221 www.xscape.co.uk |
The Ultimate Entertainment Destination offering a unique combination of extreme sports & leisure activities for all ages. Real snow slope, rock-climbing, indoor skate-park, Cinema, bowling, shops, cafes. | Yes | ||
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The Climbing Works,
Unit B, Centenary Works, Little London Road, Sheffield, S8 0UJ, Tel 0114
250 9990 www.climbingworks.com |
The world's biggest bouldering centre, opened in 2006. 1000 square metres of climbing surface 6 graded circuits, dedicated kids' area. Courses for children, beginners & improvers. Training, Cafe, Creche, Shop | No | ||
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Fired Arts, 957
Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8TN, Tel 01142 670797 www.firedarts.co.uk |
Paint a pot, make a mosaic,
decorate a 't shirt' & much more. Super childrens parties. We can visit schools or groups can visit us. |
No. But we can come to you. | ||
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Kidzquadz, Eel
Pie Farm, Markham Moor, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 0QX, Tel 0845 390 0845 www.kidzquadz.co.uk |
Children's Quad Bike, 4x4 and Apache Rally Karts parties - Yorkshire or UK wide. If you have space we visit you. Great Family Fun Days and Corporate Events where children are attending | Please ring | ||
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Create: Pottery
Painting & Wool Cafe, 1st floor Victorian Arcade, South
Hawksworth Street, Ilkley, LS29 9DY Tel:01943 817788 www.createcafe.co.uk |
Children can create craft and paint pottery items in our relaxing child-friendly craft cafe. Craft Courses. Childrens birthday parties. School trips. Club Outings. Cafe using fair trade organic food where possible. | Telephone to check | ||
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Yorkshire Air
Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, York, YO41 4AU, Tel 01904 608595 www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
Superb historic aircraft collection based on a WWII Bomber Command Station. Follow aviation history from the pioneering Cayley Glider to modern jets. See the Wright Flyer, Halifax, Harrier GR3 and Tornados. Restaurant. | Yes | ||
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Buttercups Ceramic
Studio at Tees Pottery, Hurworth Grange,
91, Hurworth/Croft Rd, Hurworth-on-Tees, Darlington, DL2 2BN, Tel 01325
722459 www.teespottery.co.uk |
Children will love painting pottery for their own fun or more functional pottery in a relaxing, memory-making session. Fantastic fun for all ages and abilities! Birthday Parties. School Groups. | Yes | ||
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Eureka!
The Museum for Children, Discovery Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 2NE, Tel: 01422 330069 www.eureka.org.uk |
Eureka! is a child’s dream come true!. designed especially for 0 - 11 year olds. With more than 400 must-touch exhibits and a full programme of events and activities, you'll be amazed at the fun things you can do! | Eureka! is accessible and suitable for all visitors | ||
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Doodlepots, 58
Skinner Street, Whitby, N.Yorks, YO21 3AH, Tel: 01947 825824 www.doodlepots.co.uk |
Create something to treasure for ever at Doodlepots. Paint an item from our wide range of plain ceramics: novelties, mugs, plates, bowls, vases etc. Refreshments. School groups. Birthday parties | Yes | ||
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Cobbles and Clay,
60, Main Street, Haworth, Yorks, BD22 8DA, Tel: 01535 644218. www.cobblesandclay.co.uk |
Great creative fun for kids in our
pottery painting cafe. With our fresh, healthy, tasty food &
drinks we aim to make this a truly unique experience!. Parties |
Yes - call to check | ||
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Rainbows Cafe,
15/17 Bootham, York, YO30 7BW, Tel: 01904 675533 www.rainbowscafe.co.uk |
Children love Rainbows Ceramic Cafe paint-your-own ceramics studio, offering a creative, fun and relaxing time. Wide range of ceramics to paint. Parties in our studio or at your location. | Yes - Call to check | ||
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Diggerland,
Willowbridge Lane, Whitwood, Castleford, W.Yorkshire, WF10 5NW Tel: 0871 2277007 www.diggerland.com |
Ride and Drive real JCBs! Children and adults get behind the controls of real construction machinery. Onsite cafe and Goodie store. Groups and schools welcome! | yes: call for details | ||
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North Yorkshire
Moors Railway, Pickering Station, Pickering, YO18 7AJ Tel: 01751 472508 www.nymr.co.uk |
Experience the thrill of a full size steam locomotive, or the power of a diesel engine on a beautiful journey through spectacular countryside from Pickering right through to Whitby. On-train & station catering, shop | yes at stations, car parks and on most trains | ||
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Kidzplay Childrens'
Play & Party Centre Unit 2b and 3b, Beech Avenue, Harrogate,
HG2 8DS Tel: 01423 816 111 www.kidzplay.co.uk |
Kidzplay
children’s play and party centre is the premier indoor play centre
for babies and children. Themed parties. Homemade food. |
Yes | ||
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National Media Museum,
Pictureville, Bradford, BD1 1NQ |
Filled with fun exhibitions, 3 cinemas inc.
IMAX (charges apply) and galleries, the National Media Museum is a FREE
fun day out for the whole family devoted to film, photos, TV, radio &
the web. Restaurant, Cafe. |
Yes | ||
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Wenseleydale
Railway, Leeming Bar Station, Leeming Bar, Northallerton, N. Yorks, DL7 9AR Tel 08454 505474 www.wensleydalelrailway.com |
Our trains are normally formed of heritage diesel railcars from the 1960s, which have large windows and a great view of the line ahead if you sit behind the driver. Refreshments and shops at Leeming Bar & Leyburn stations. | Yes | ||
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Magna Science Adventure
Centre, Sheffield Road, Templeborough, Rotherham, S60 1DX Tel 01709 720002 www.visitmagna.co.uk |
Four gadget-packed pavilions themed around the elements of earth, air, fire and water. Outside, use state-of-the-art outdoor adventure playground, Sci-Tek & splash into Aqua-Tek, one of the UK’s largest outdoor water play areas. | Yes | ||
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York
City Sightseeing
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See York Minster, with its display of stained glass; walk in Medieval streets or on the 800 year old Bar Walls; visit award - winning museums or sample excellent restaurants and shopping from our open-top bus tour. | Yes: 3 buses have wheelchair access & run 1 - 3 times per hour | ||
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Battle Stations, off the A689 Wynyard to Sedgefield Road, Wynyard, Billingham, TS22 5NW Tel: 0792 167 8249 |
UK's only PAINTBALL FOR KIDS. Players age 8+. 27,000 sq ft arena with maze, woodland & special effects. Safety briefing, overalls, protective mask, guns, unlimited balls, 2hr game, party room/picnic area for £15 ea. |
No: site is woodland. Ground may be difficult & dangerous for wheelchairs |
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Mini Monsterz
Indoor Play Area, Esk Leisure, The Carrs, Ruswarp, Whitby,
YO21 1RL Tel 01947 820550 www.minimonsterz.co.uk |
Indoor play area and Ceramics Studio,
Crazy Golf, 9-hole golf (children
welcome), Licensed cafe with outdoor play area. |
Indoor play area has full access including parking, toilets & lift to ceramics studio | ||
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Dalescre8 Paint a
Pot Ceramics Cafe, 6, Main Street, Grassington, Skipton, N.Yorks.
BD23 5AP Tel 01756 751835 www.yorkshirelasscafe.co.uk |
Children have fun creating their own ceramic masterpiece in our bright, friendly studio. Great for parties & organised groups. Fun for adults too! Cafe with home-cooked food & internet facilities. | Yes in downstairs cafe. Studio is upstairs: items to paint may be brought downstairs | ||
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Langdale
Quest, Moorland Adventure Sport, Bickley
Rigg Farm, Bickley, Langdale End, Scarborough, YO13 0LL Tel
01723 882335 www.langdalequest.co.uk |
10,000 acres of forest: Langdale Quest is the largest 4x4 driving site in the UK. 5 routes, well maintained: all types of 4x4 can be used. Family friendly: kids' treasure hunts provided, & kids can enjoy using the 2-way radios! |
Call to check | ||
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The Ice
Factor, The Eye of York, Off Tower Street, York
YO1 9WZ Tel 01653 619169 www.theicefactor.co.uk |
Ice skate at our open-air rink. 100% Real Ice! Fun for all the family. See our website for special offers | Yes | ||
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Thackray Museum, Beckett
Street, Leeds LS9 7LN Tel 0113 244 4343 www.thackraymuseum.org |
Step back in time and explore how medicine has changed with our brilliant hands-on exhibitions as we tell the story of medicine and how advances in medicine are changing our lives. Teachers' resources, School visits. Cafe | Yes | ||
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The Grainary
Wildlife Farm, Keasbeck Hill Farm, Harwood Dale, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO13 0DT Tel 01723 870026 |
With 6 nature walks and the chance to enjoy lakeside trails, beautiful views, forest walks animals to see, also indoor and outdoor play areas. Guided tours. | Yes | ||
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Bridlington
Leisure World, The Promenade Bridlington, Yorkshire, YO5 2QQ Tel 01262 606715 |
There's a Fun Pool with waves,
slides, rain storm effect, a Training Pool and Learner Pool. Also the 3Bs
Theatre.
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