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Bring the family to North Yorkshire and fill their minds with the natural wonder, history and character of a county where fun and play can be found at every turn.
With great places to stay—featuring facilities and thoughtful touches that make your family break that much easier to enjoy—you can relax from the moment you arrive.
Our attractions offer bright, interactive and safe play environments where young ones can run freely and explore for themselves. North Yorkshire's family attractions also go to great lengths to involve children in the history, gardens, food and nature that are at the heart of what they do.
Everything You Need to Plan Your Family Break to North Yorkshire
With great days out, amazing attractions and fun, engaging events for all ages, these pages have everything you need to start planning your visit.
From ages one to 100, the whole family can enjoy a visit to North Yorkshire. We also have some stunning extra‑large properties—perfect for bringing extended families together under one roof for a truly memorable break.
Family Fun Experiences
Stained & Fused Glass Making Workshops
Make your own work of art to take home. From a full stained glass window… Make your own work of art to take home. From a full stained glass window to a pretty fused glass suncatcher, the choices are endless!
Whitby Whale Watching
Have you ever wanted to get up close and personal to some of the sea's… Have you ever wanted to get up close and personal to some of the sea's most amazing creatures? Well now you can with the help of Whitby Whale…
Family Fun Stories & Inspiration
It’s time to escape the everyday routine and step into North Yorkshire… It’s time to escape the everyday routine and step into North Yorkshire where fun, fresh air and unforgettable adventures await.
North Yorkshire is bursting with wild and wonderful places to meet… North Yorkshire is bursting with wild and wonderful places to meet animals, explore nature and spark little imaginations. From buzzing bees to cheeky meerkats and ocean wonders, discover a range of…
Pumpkins, ghosts & eerie encounters - here is your guide to all the spooky… Pumpkins, ghosts & eerie encounters - here is your guide to all the spooky fun happening in North Yorkshire this Halloween with something for all ages.
North Yorkshire is a full of awesome activities for those families looking… North Yorkshire is a full of awesome activities for those families looking for a holiday that is full of adrenaline and excitement
Family Fun Businesses
Beningbrough - National Trust
The National Trust Beningbrough, North of York, with its eight acres of… The National Trust Beningbrough, North of York, with its eight acres of gardens, historic rooms and changing art, is a real treat to enjoy all year…
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden
The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest… The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest monastic ruins in the country, sit alongside a Georgian water garden that…
Mother Shipton's Cave
Mother Shipton’s is a beloved Knaresborough landmark and England’s oldest… Mother Shipton’s is a beloved Knaresborough landmark and England’s oldest visitor attraction, open since 1630. This popular, award-winning visitor…
How Stean Gorge Chalet Lodges
Rustic lodges nestled amidst green rolling hills in the stunning Yorkshire… Rustic lodges nestled amidst green rolling hills in the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Set beside How Stean Gorge
Rudding Holiday Park Self Catering
Award-winning Rudding Holiday Park’s close proximity to Harrogate, Leeds,… Award-winning Rudding Holiday Park’s close proximity to Harrogate, Leeds, York and the Yorkshire Dales make it a fantastic location for your family…
Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies… The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist…
Swinton Park Hotel
Enjoy an impressive Castle hotel experience set in 20,000 acres of… Enjoy an impressive Castle hotel experience set in 20,000 acres of beautiful Yorkshire countryside, near Masham.
The Bay Filey Holiday Village
Luxury stays, beachfront fun & buckets of charm. The Bay Filey brings the… Luxury stays, beachfront fun & buckets of charm. The Bay Filey brings the best of Yorkshire’s coast, with stylish lodges, beach walks and a warm Away…
Family Fun Itineraries
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Plan a family holiday in North Yorkshire this year with some great… Plan a family holiday in North Yorkshire this year with some great attractions to visit along the Yorkshire coast and in the North York Moors..
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Plan a family holiday in North Yorkshire this year with some great… Plan a family holiday in North Yorkshire this year with some great attractions to visit in the heart of North Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Dales.
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The North York Moors are calling you this summer holiday. Plan the perfect… The North York Moors are calling you this summer holiday. Plan the perfect day out with the whole family in this stunning part of North Yorkshire…
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Thinking of a great day out to entertain all the family this summer… Thinking of a great day out to entertain all the family this summer holiday then look no further than the beautiful Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale…
Family Fun Events
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Immerse yourself in a weekend of civilian life in the 1940s in the market… Immerse yourself in a weekend of civilian life in the 1940s in the market town of Pickering, North Yorkshire.
Set within the beautiful surroundings of Valley Gardens, Harrogate Ice… Set within the beautiful surroundings of Valley Gardens, Harrogate Ice Pavilion combines festive charm with an exceptional skating experience in the…
Taking place in November Scarborough Sparkle is a magical and enchanting… Taking place in November Scarborough Sparkle is a magical and enchanting Christmas wonderland taking place at the Open Air Theatre.
Take a journey around the beautiful Peasholm Park, as it is transformed… Take a journey around the beautiful Peasholm Park, as it is transformed into a wonderland of handcrafted lanterns and enchanting illuminations.
