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Stockeld Park

Stockeld Park is a unique all-weather family attraction located near Wetherby in North Yorkshire. Filled with family fun, outdoor activities for children, a fun adventure park and a brand-new indoor play…

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How to Have Fun Outdoors in the Cold!

East Riddlesden Hall

The garden, tearoom (takeaway), car park, lower field and toilets are open on selected days. Please book ahead and check the National Trust website for dates. Lovely former manor house…

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Greenhead Park, Huddersfield

    Beautiful park with a paddling pool, just half a mile away from Huddersfield town centre. There are two lovely children’s play areas with picnic tables, a skate park,…

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Calderdale Ramblers

Friendly group of walkers based in the stunning countryside of Calderdale. Walks are held most weekends throughout the year, guided by leaders who know and love the area. New walkers…

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Gaddings Dam & Todmorden Beach

Gaddings Dam and the secret Todmorden Beach offer a quiet escape for a day out. There is no road access, with entry only via hiking in, but you’re rewarded with…

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Calder Homes Park – Hebden Bridge

Beautiful green space close to Hebden Bridge town centre and the canal. There’s an outdoor gym, children’s playground, a skate park, bowling greens, football pitch, tennis court, basketball court and…

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Oakwell Hall & Country Park – Birstall

Oakwell Hall dates back to 1583 and is now run as a living museum, furnished as the Batt family home in the 1690’s. There are restored gardens, a visitor centre,…

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Another World Adventure Centre

Outdoor activity centre in Ogden with a wide range of activities. Choose from  mountain boarding, grass sledging, archery, low rope courses, slingshots with paintballs, archery, air pistols and more. Just…

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St Ives Estate- Bingley

The St Ives Estate is a fabulous free day out, a short drive from Calderdale and a huge favourite with my mini Mumblers. Made up of a gorgeous country park…

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Cow & Calf Rocks – Ilkley

High on Ilkley Moor, the Cow and Calf Rocks are a large rock formation, also known as Hangingstone Rocks. A great place to climb – although probably for older children…

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Golden Acre Park

This park provides a lovely space for walking, feeding the ducks, picnicking and even a paddle in the stream! There are two car parks, both are free and have plenty…

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Harold Park

This Green Flag park is a hub of the local community, with plenty to do and a variety of events through the year. There’s a fenced in children’s play area,…

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Jerusalem Farm & Wade Wood

This stunning nature reserve offers loads of opportunities for exploring in the woods, as well as paddling in the stream! A haven for wildlife, you might even be lucky enough…

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Manor Heath Park & Jungle Experience

This park is open all year round and has a play area, outdoor gym, sunken garden, walled gardens and café. There is also a water play area open April to…

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Room on the Broom Adventure Trail – Wakefield

If your kids like Julia Donaldson’s Room on the Broom, they will love the adventure trail at Anglers Country Park. It’s free to explore – although the Visitor Centre sells…

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Ogden Water Local Nature Reserve

Ogden Water Local Nature Reserve offers tranquil walks, nature activities, ducks to feed and plenty of places to picnic. The 34 acre reservoir is owned by Yorkshire Water, and boasts…

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Judy Woods

Lovely woodland in Bradford, perfect for family walks. Little ones will enjoy collecting leaves and sticks, or jumping in the mud, while the older ones can explore all the interesting…

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The Aire Valley Sculpture Trail, Saltaire

A lovely trail where you can look at artwork and enjoy walking along the riverside path. Ideal for families, it takes about 40 minutes there and back, stopping to look at…

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Stump Cross Caverns, Harrogate

The caves at Stumps Cross were then discovered in 1860 by miners who were looking for lead seams in the Yorkshire Dales. Although they didn’t find any lead, they did…

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Bracken Hall Countryside Estate & Museum

Bracken Hall Countryside Centre and museum is situated on the edge of Shipley Glen, a popular beauty spot. The Centre has displays relating to the natural history, geology, archaeology and…

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Brimham Rocks – Harrogate

Dramatic moorland rock formations. Explore Brimham Rocks and have a great day out at nature’s playground. This amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations makes a great day out for…

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Hardcastle Crags

This National Trust property is lovely for a walk, including several waymarked trails, a visit to Gibson Mill itself or a paddle in the stream! They also often host special…

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