Family days out in Yorkshire

Our top 10 family days out in Yorkshire

1. Catch a steam train

If you’re looking for toddler days out in Yorkshire, a ride on the North York Moors Railway is a must. Catch the heritage steam train from Pickering to Whitby and enjoy views of the moors along the way. With plenty to fill a happy day out at both ends of the line and all stations in between you’re sure to have the one of the best days out in Yorkshire with the kids, and the dog can come too! The North York Moors Railway is a 15-minute drive from our Yorkshire locations.

2. Explore Dalby Forest

Dalby Forest offers one of the best family days out in Yorkshire, with 13 walking trails, 6 cycling trails, 2 play areas, a Go Ape, cafés and lots of picnic and barbecue areas. It’s another dog-friendly day out, which your four-legged friend will love and is perfect for bank holiday days out in Yorkshire thanks to the vast amount of attractions available. Dalby Forest is a 30-minute drive from our Yorkshire cabins.

3. Cycle down coastline

For families with older children, take the 21-mile Cinder Track along dramatic coastlines offering beautiful scenic views. Drop in for refreshments at the old smugglers’ haunt of Robin Hood’s Bay or settle down and enjoy a picnic beside the waterfall in the hidden cove of Hayburn Wyke. Perfect for days out with the family in North Yorkshire. The Cinder Track is under a 1-hour drive from our Yorkshire locations.

4. Discover Whitby’s history

Whitby is another popular choice for days out with the kids in North Yorkshire. Home to ancient Abbey ruins high above the town, expect to see 16th century buildings and alleyways where smugglers once hid! With links to Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Whitby is steeped in history that the kids will love learning about. Spend the day exploring, then finish up with traditional fish and chips by the sea. The perfect end to a day out with the kids in North Yorkshire. Whitby is under a 1-hour drive from our cabins in Yorkshire.

5. Visit the historic city of York

Discover the cities Viking roots at the Yorvik Centre, scare yourselves silly in York Dungeons, get the kids following a treasure hunt taking in all that York has to offer, or climb Clifford’s Tower for a bird’s eye view of the city. With so many great places to eat in York you will be spoilt for choice. York is under an hour drive from our cabins in Yorkshire.

6. Take a beach day in Scarborough

For family days out in North Yorkshire head to Scarborough for a day at the beach. Enjoy traditional seaside fun, explore rock pools in low tide, and pack a bucket and spade to build your sandcastle yet. Take a stroll through parks and gardens before stopping off for traditional fish and chips, or fresh seafood from one of the many shellfish stalls on offer. No family day out in Scarborough would be complete without a trip to the ice cream parlour at the end of the day. Scarborough is under 1-hour drive from our Yorkshire hot tub lodges.

7. Family fun at Flamingo Land

If the children’s idea of family days out in Yorkshire involves a theme park, then Flamingo Land is the place to go. Enjoy thrilling rides, visit animals at the zoo and catch the daytime shows on offer. Plan your visit before you go and view the map to pinpoint your favourite attractions. Flamingo Land is a 25-minute drive from our two location in Yorkshire.

8. Newton upon Rawcliffe

A cluster of Yorkshire stone cottages, a duck pond and a village green tell you that you that you are in the small farming village of Newton upon Radcliffe, near Keldy. In a glorious location between the North York Moors and the Howardian Hills, it also has a lovely, tranquil church and a welcoming country pub.

9. Quad biking in Yorkshire

For those looking for thrill-seeking adventure in Yorkshire a spin around a muddy track on a 250cc quad bike is a definite must. This quad bike trekking course at North of England Activity Centre is designed for people of all abilities making it perfect for days out with the family in North Yorkshire. Quad biking at North of England Activity Centre is just over an hour away from our Yorkshire locations. North of England Activity Centre is 1-hour 10-minutes away from our Yorkshire locations.

10. Learn forest survival skills

Explore the forest with your Forest Ranger at Forest Holidays. Enjoy Forest Survival adventures with our Forest Rangers at Cropton or Keldy. Learn to build a shelter, light a fire and forage for food or opt for our Mini Forest Ranger where the kids will uncover animal tracks, build dens, search for mini-beasts and learn about the forest and its wildlife.

Now that your days out with kids in Yorkshire are planned all you need to think about is a place to call home. Our pet-friendly cabins in Yorkshire are situated within the North York Moors, an ideal option for family holidays with all the features you need for great dog friendly staycation. Choose between accommodation at Keldy in a grassy, sunlit glade at our hot tub accommodation at Cropton within a picturesque grassy meadow.