Yorkshire

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-young-adventurers">YOUNG ADVENTURERS</h3>



<p>Yorkshire summers are for adventure and <a href="https://lightwatervalley.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park</a> near Ripon has it all. It&#8217;s open daily right through the school holidays, with more than 35 rides and plenty of things to do for all ages on most days. </p>



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<p>Chase your mini-thrill seekers to <a href="https://goape.co.uk/locations/dalby/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go Ape Dalby Forest </a>for treetop crossings, Tarzan swings and zip‑wire finales under a canopy of trees. There&#8217;s a shorter course for younger adventurers and a more challenging course for the brave (&#8220;Yeah, mum&#8217;ll meet you the other end&#8230;&#8221;). </p>



<p>If yours are waterbabies, paddle them on over to <a href="https://scarboroughsurfschool.co.uk/kids-clubs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Scarborough Surf School</a>, where they&#8217;ve got a summer of clubs and workshops for all ages. And if the weather stops play, rainy‑day saviour <a href="https://www.rock-up.co.uk/locations/hull" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rock Up Hull </a>has climbing walls, a vertical drop slide and soft play all under one roof as well as reduced price sessions over the summer and an interactive World Cup Challenge. Maybe you&#8217;ve got a sharpshooter in the family? EJ Churchill’s <a href="https://ejchurchill.com/products/swinton-young-guns-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Young Guns Club</a> at Swinton Estate is back again this summer with clay‑shooting sessions where kids can learn the basics with expert instructors. <br><br>Wetherby&#8217;s <a href="https://stockeldpark.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stockeld Park</a>&nbsp;offers a dreamy combo of adventure play, outdoor magic and themed weeks set in stunning surroundings. There’s giant inflatables, enchanted forests and plenty of energy-burning action.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>If you fancy getting a big old group of ferals together, head to <a href="https://anotherworldadventure.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Another World Adventure Centre</a> near Halifax, which rounds up activities like grass sledging, go‑kart racing and bumper balls (no thank you very much I blowdried my hair this morning) into an action‑packed day out.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-young-creatives">YOUNG CREATIVES</h3>



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<p>Your Yorkshire summer guide big new headline this summer at Bradford&#8217;s National Science and Media Musem is <a href="https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/whats-on/setting-stage-pop-academy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pop Academy</a>, a Eurovision‑inspired summer programme packed with music‑video making, recycled remix labs and STEM‑powered performance activities (<strong>18 July–31 August</strong>) (under-5s and adults are free). </p>



<p>It&#8217;s lights, camera, action! at <a href="https://harewood.org/events/whats-on-at-harewood-this-summer/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harewood House</a> in Leeds this summer with Curtains Up! Outdoor Play, where young people can take to the stage, dress up, try circus skills and enjoy a range of performance-themed games and activities, while you sit by the stunning lake and applaud. </p>



<p>Meanwhile, the <a href="https://mamadoreensemporium.co.uk/our-events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Singalong Brunch</a> at Mama Doreen’s in Harrogate is a summer treat for Disney fans, with character performances and magical photo ops over cupcakes and milkshakes (selected Sundays, July–Aug).</p>



<p>Over in Rotherham, <a href="https://grimmandco.co.uk/ever_after/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Grimm &amp; Co’s Emporium of Stories</a>, potion shop and secret mail service guarantee a spellbinding day out. Check out the new immersive fairytale role-play experience. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-festival-fun">FESTIVAL FUN</h3>



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<p>No Yorkshire summer guide is complete without family festivals Try bagging a family weekend ticket to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.deershedfestival.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20832576602&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD5OrDHPzQ6oqjL8ujsAoXACE9XJ0&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwgvnCBhCqARIsADBLZoIUHtL8SAhxlCcGT07N0RuYRT86LghO70VGdgTMC24935xFjxNiSv8aAt9QEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Deer Shed Festival&nbsp;</a>(<strong>24–26 July</strong>, Baldersby Park). Super popular, this is a top pick for those cool families thanks to its mix of live music, comedy, science tents, creative workshops and proper kids&#8217; zones. It&#8217;s basically Glastonbury but with a nap schedule. </p>



<p>Over in the Dales,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.williamsden.co.uk/events/view/den-fest-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Den Fest&nbsp;</a>(<strong>17-19 July</strong>, North Cave) is a wholesome weekend of music, crafts, and camping under the stars. Plenty of muddy-knees memories in the making.&nbsp;<br><br><a href="https://www.staxtonbury.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Staxtonbury Family Music Festival</a> (<strong>17-19 July</strong>, Scarborough)&nbsp;is a lovely laid-back good time, with live bands, local food, camping and a brilliant community feel. You might not even need wellies this year.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yorkshire-young-historians">YORKSHIRE YOUNG HISTORIANS</h3>



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<p>History gets a playful twist in this Yorkshire summer guide with <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/nostell/events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nostell&#8217;s Summer of Play</a>, where den‑building, trails and storytelling run throughout the Wakefield estate (<strong>July–Aug</strong>). We&#8217;re particularly intrigued by the idea of stepping into the famous Thomas More painting. See you on the other side, I guess.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden/visiting-fountains-abbey--studley-royal-with-children" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fountains Abbey’s own Summer of Play</a> includes a range of activities and games across its ruins and water gardens this summer, including space hopper racing, soft archery and Pokemon fun. Meanwhile, at <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/east-riddlesden-hall/family-fun-at-east-riddlesden-hall" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">East Riddlesden Hall</a> in Keighley, you can have a crack at croquet in the Wild Garden, try out hopscotch and chalk games or even put on your own puppet show.</p>



<p>It&#8217;s a jolly holiday at <a href="https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/lotherton-mbrx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lotherton</a> in Leeds, with fairground rides, sand pit, crafts, classic seaside games, photo opportunities and a trail around the house. </p>



<p><a href="https://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/summer-holiday-fun-at-eden-camp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Eden Camp Modern History Museum</a> in Malton is going big with its summer Women At War programme, including workshops, trails, cow‑milking and living‑history weekends, all running through the school holidays. Well worth a visit. </p>



<p>Aviation fans should make a detour to the <a href="https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/summers-here/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial</a> near York, where on Thursdays over the summer, there are craft activities and sessions where children can get hands-on with some of the exhibits. </p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yorkshire-wildlings">YORKSHIRE WILDLINGS </h3>



<p><a href="https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/tickets-passes/admission/animal-experiences/platinum-experiences/carnivore-experience/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yorkshire Wildlife Park’s Carnivore Experience</a> is the biggie for mini animal-lovers, taking you behind the scenes with lions, tigers and other predators. You can also spend a night at the zoo in August with a sunset safari. <a href="https://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Monk Park Farm</a> near Thirsk brings its goats, lambs, tractor rides and big play areas all summer, plus MonkFest, complete with the famous foam parties, running daily (check out how to win tickets <a href="https://yorkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/reader-treats/win-a-family-ticket-to-monkfest-2026/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>). Spend 50 Days of <a href="https://pigletsadventurefarm.com/events/summer-of-adventure/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Summer at Piglets Adventure Farm</a> near York, with beach clubs, nature-themed mazes and daily animal encounters.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-stage-and-screen">STAGE AND SCREEN </h3>



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<p>If you’ve got mini drama kings and queens to entertain this summer, Yorkshire’s theatre scene is where you need to be.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/be-part-of-it/children-and-young-people/holiday-activities/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">York Theatre Royal</a> is running youth theatre summer holiday productions for all ages and <a href="https://www.thelbt.org/what-s-on/family/summer-sessions/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lawrence Batley Theatre </a>in Huddersfield has day-long summer sessions for ages 6-16 on <strong>28</strong> and <strong>29 July</strong>. Check out <a href="https://www.hulltruck.co.uk/whats-on/workshop/play-in-a-week-the-lunchtime-mystery-7-11-yrs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hull Truck Theatre&#8217;s</a> Play In A Week (<strong>3-7 August)</strong> too. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-happy-campers">HAPPY CAMPERS</h3>



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<p>When school’s out, you might wonder how you’re going to keep little minds and bodies busy. Enter one of Yorkshire’s brilliant summer camps. For a mix of creativity and curiosity,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adventure-camps.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adventure Camps&nbsp;</a>are a top pick, with everything from sports and bushcraft to performing arts led by expert instructors. It’s an ideal way for kids to make new mates and try new skills, all while having a total blast.</p>



<p>If Bear Grylls did bedtime stories, it would look a little like&nbsp;<a href="https://campwilderness.co.uk/venues/castle-howard/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Camp Wilderness&nbsp;at&nbsp;Castle Howard</a>. Perfect for budding explorers, with days (and nights) of den-building, fire-lighting and sleeping under canvas in the historic estate. <a href="https://www.yorkshirewildlings.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yorkshire Wildings</a>&nbsp;is a nature-based dream for wild-hearted kids (and exhausted parents). Book a day or the entire holiday.  </p>



<p>Many of us will remember our PGL days and the one&nbsp;<em>at </em><a href="https://adventureholidays.pgl.co.uk/camps/newby-wiske-hall/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Newby Wiske Hall&nbsp;</a>delivers classic residential adventure camp vibes with zip wires, abseiling, raft-building and non-stop activities all set in a beautiful rural spot.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>IN THE MOOD FOR MORE?</strong><br><a href="https://yorkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/kids/review-lightwater-valley/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Review: Lightwater Valley –&nbsp;brilliant family-focused adventure</a><br><a href="https://yorkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/kids/review-monk-park-farm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Review: Monk Park Farm, Thirsk – hands-on muddy fun</a><br><a href="https://yorkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/horse-riding-yorkshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stylish steeds: where to go horse riding in Yorkshire</a></p>


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