An Outdoor Playground
Looking for adventure? We have you covered. North Yorkshire is an outdoors destination, with outdoor spaces and gardens at the heart of our towns and the North Yorkshire landscape stretching out between them to a dramatic coastline.
With a choice of popular routes and waymarked paths, remote moorland tracks and isolated landmarks you can enjoy days of exploration and discovery.
So, lace up your boots or jump on the bike and get ready for some adventure. Let us inspire your next active holiday with varied terrain, amazing views, and a rich array of wildlife. North Yorkshire is the perfect place to experience the outdoors - whatever your interests are.
Your outdoor playground
We are the perfect base for an active break in the great outdoors. From adventure sports and thrill seeking, to gentle walks and the chance to unwind, we have it all. Find thrilling experiences tackling water, air, and stone.
Put the screens away and take the family outside to learn, discover, and play. Our outdoor attractions offer young children the perfect outdoor spaces to stretch their imaginations, burn off energy and learn in a fun and engaging way. Let play be as it used to be, let the imagination run wild, when your family visits North Yorkshire.
Ride the waves
If you are looking for something with more adrenaline, then make sure to take advantage of the superb range of water sports and instructors available up and down the Yorkshire Coast. Surfing is a firm favourite in Scarborough as well as Cayton Bay and Whitby. You can also try a host of other activities including paddle boarding or, if you need some speed, jet skiing!
Take advantage of the many walking trails, from a short bracing walk along the beach to more adventurous hikes including the White Rose Way or the Cleveland Way, the Yorkshire coast and North York Moors offer something to suit all levels of fitness and proficiency. Make sure to bring your camera with you to capture the breathtaking views you will discover on your journey.
The Great Outdoors Experiences
Canoeing through Ripon
Join us on an unforgettable canoeing adventure. Led by our expert guides,… Join us on an unforgettable canoeing adventure. Led by our expert guides, our canoeing experiences offer a perfect blend of adrenaline and adventure,…
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Discover the thrill of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) with How Stean Gorge,… Discover the thrill of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) with How Stean Gorge, a leading provider of aquatic adventures in the heart of Yorkshire’s…
How Stean Experience
Get into How Stean Gorge - into the water, into the caves, into the air!… Get into How Stean Gorge - into the water, into the caves, into the air! Within this unique geological setting, the team at How Stean Gorge have…
Tractor Driving Experience
Its your turn to drive the iconic green and yellow John Deere tractor! … Its your turn to drive the iconic green and yellow John Deere tractor! You’ve seen them on the roads, you’ve seen them in the fields, now you and…
The Great Outdoors Stories & Inspiration
Looking for a gentle stroll to stretch your legs? Or are you after a… Looking for a gentle stroll to stretch your legs? Or are you after a harder hike with challenging terrain? Maybe you want to explore a little off the beaten track?
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
Discover the great outdoors with all the family and see the beauty of… Discover the great outdoors with all the family and see the beauty of North Yorkshire on a walk. Whether coastal or countryside, there are lots of routes to choose from. Here are five options.
Life can be hectic, and we all need moments to rejuvenate our spirits.… Life can be hectic, and we all need moments to rejuvenate our spirits. Fortunately, the Harrogate area of North Yorkshire offers an array of activities to lift your mood and leave you feeling…
The Great Outdoors Businesses
How Stean Gorge Activity Centre
How Stean Gorge’s activity centre offers professional high quality outdoor… How Stean Gorge’s activity centre offers professional high quality outdoor experiences onsite in this natural wonder and at other exciting locations…
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
Woldies
Award winning Family Day out! Award winning Family Day out!
Stockeld Park
Welcome to Stockeld Park, a magical destination that will transport you to… Welcome to Stockeld Park, a magical destination that will transport you to a world of enchantment and adventure!Open every weekend and during holiday…
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…
Wenningdale Escapes
Wenningdale Escapes is a luxury lodge and glamping site based on Bentham… Wenningdale Escapes is a luxury lodge and glamping site based on Bentham Golf Course underneath the Yorkshire Dales 3 peaks with views up to the…
Studfold Caravan, Glamping and Camping Park
Nestled in the Yorkshire Dales Studfold’s family-friendly ethos and… Nestled in the Yorkshire Dales Studfold’s family-friendly ethos and devotion to quality is only matched by the outstanding landscape, in the heart of…
How Stean Gorge
Explore natural caves, walk through flowing ravines, climb up rocks,… Explore natural caves, walk through flowing ravines, climb up rocks, participate in a high-wire adventure, and more!
The Great Outdoors Itineraries
3 days
Escape to the countryside for fun on the farm, historical ruins and North… Escape to the countryside for fun on the farm, historical ruins and North Yorkshire's only city on this three-day break.
5 days
North Yorkshire needs to be your activity go-to destination all year… North Yorkshire needs to be your activity go-to destination all year round. Find out how you can spend a few days in the area and have your choice of…
3 days
Escape to the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales for a weekend to remember.… Escape to the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales for a weekend to remember. Experience hilly landscapes, rolling fields, and waterfalls, discover what…
3 days
Find out how you can spend a weekend on the beautiful Yorkshire coast.… Find out how you can spend a weekend on the beautiful Yorkshire coast. From fish and chips and donkeys rides to fine dining and water fun. Plan your…
The Great Outdoors Events
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Autumn Daze' Festival will take place in the oriental themed Peasholm Park… Autumn Daze' Festival will take place in the oriental themed Peasholm Park on Scarborough's north side and feature a whole range of free, autumn…
This is a magical evening under the stars by the shimmering lake in… This is a magical evening under the stars by the shimmering lake in Peasholm Park, Scarborough. Staged by Animated Objects and North Yorkshire…
National Parks remain some of the darkest places in Great Britain and we… National Parks remain some of the darkest places in Great Britain and we celebrate our star-studded skies at Festivals throughout autumn and…
Head to Swalefale for the UK's biggest festival of mountain bike riding… Head to Swalefale for the UK's biggest festival of mountain bike riding and the toughest Enduro stages you will find on these shores, explore the…
