Location: Yorkshire
Top Things to do in Yorkshire
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What to do and see in Yorkshire, England: The Best Water & Amusement Parks
Yorkshire (/ˈjɔːrkʃər, -ʃɪər/; abbreviated Yorks), formally known as the County of York, is a historic county of Northern England and the largest in the United Kingdom. Due to its great size in comparison to other English counties, functions have been undertaken over time by its subdivisions, which have also been subject to periodic reform. Throughout these changes, Yorkshire has continued to be recognised as a geographical territory and cultural region. The name is familiar and well understood across the United Kingdom and is in common use in the media and the military, and also features in the titles of current areas of civil administration such as North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and East Riding of Yorkshire.
Restaurants in Yorkshire
1. Greentop Community Circus Centre
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
2. North Yorkshire Water Park
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5.0 based on 65 reviews
North Yorkshire Water Park, at Wykeham Lakes near Scarborough, is home to one of the largest natural watersport lakes in North Yorkshire. The Water Park, spanning 250 hectares, offers a range of fun filled activities suitable for the whole family! Create unforgettable adventures and experience the thrills of Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Open Water Swimming and Fishing. Whether you are looking to develop your watersport skills, challenge yourself to learn something new, or simply want to take in the beautiful lakeside views, there’s an activity to suit everyone! Take a leisurely stroll, jog, or cycle along our new 2.5km all-terrain gravelled track with views of the beautiful natural landscape, or hop on a pedalo to enjoy the views from the water! The Water Park is dog friendly, but make sure to keep them on a lead so wildlife and nesting birds aren’t disturbed. Our cafe is open for takeaway hot and cold drinks and delicious cold snacks. Our watersports lake is currently closed.
Reviewed By Q1496XDscottc
Great Lake at a reasonable price. Spent 2 afternoons on lake during Easter holidays doing kayaking and paddle boarding. Both great days and ideal for children of all ages right up to adults
3. The Forbidden Corner
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4.5 based on 3,239 reviews
Reviewed By lilysky8 - Epping, United Kingdom
Visited on a rainy day, didn’t dampen the day as the children had so much fun, lots of fun things to see, we all loved the stepping stones and the mouth, will definitely visit again
4. York Maze
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4.5 based on 2,461 reviews
Temporarily Closed
Reviewed By Beighton_family - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Really enjoyable day for family with a 3 and 7 year old, plus grandad. Excellent value for money as pretty much everything is included in the ticket price (except coin operated quad bikes and remote controlled boats). Enjoyed completing the huge maze and the smaller ones. My favourite thing (mum) was the House of even more Cornfusion!!! Fantastic!!! Children loved the giant corn snake slides and we all loved the tractor ride!! Really friendly and welcoming staff...Jonny on tractor ride, Ewan on slide (especially for letting kids have a few 'last goes' on them at closing time!), Julie on Angry Crows, ladies and Josh doing the pig racing and KerNoels House party and other staff who stopped and chatted throughout the day. Seemed like they all genuinely loved being there!! Brilliant day out for all. Wish we had been here before but have always been put off slightly by the ticket price. However, considering this was a full day 10am while 6.30pm and it is soooooo much more than just a maze we will definitely be back!
5. Aerial Extreme Bedale
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4.5 based on 119 reviews
Join us for a unique, fun packed experience on one of the world’s most awesome High Ropes Adventure Courses, boasting over 30 exciting obstacles. Amaze yourself as you take each of the challenges head on, from speedy zips, mid air jumps, suspended gravity defying climbing walls, and much more. The outdoors has never been this much fun. No experience or skill is required, just a sense of adventure.
Reviewed By Malindaday - Bedale, United Kingdom
My Grandchildren love it here which is quite an achievement to keep a 12yr old girly girl and a 10 year old rough and tumble boy happy.
6. Clifton Park
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4.5 based on 749 reviews
Reviewed By jessicabR9727KP
This place is fantastic, so much to do for such little cost, the kids were amazed! Bungee jumping, donkey rides, face painting, arts & crafts, huge mini golf, rides, adventure park, water park (fountains and paddling area), ride around the park on a train, free museum. So much to do, something for everyone and well suited for all ages up to age 12. For 4 of us it cost me £25 and this included 5 rides, ice cream and drinks. It can be as expensive as you make it. Definitely worth a visit ????????????????????????
7. Diggerland
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4.0 based on 1,088 reviews
Diggerland is The Ultimate Adventure Theme Park Experience where children and adults alike can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other full- size construction machinery. Diggerland is the perfect destination for action, fun and thrill packed family days out. Fun for all ages (subject to height restrictions), Diggerland with its 20 different rides and drives and an array of additional activities is the ideal theme park for small to large groups looking for something exciting and truly unique. Get to grips with real JCBs and 180/360 excavators, take a head-reeling turn or two on the Spindizzy, rise to lofty heights and enjoy the views on the Skyshuttle, enjoy an off-road ride on the Groundshuttle, or have a go on the Dodgems and Go-Karts!
Reviewed By 664chelsead - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
A lovely day out, I don't know who enjoyed it more, me or my four year old! We have visited digger land a few times now and each time has been amazing. There is so much for children and adults to do. It's a real family day out where everyone can get involved. The restaurant on site had a good selection of food and is reasonably priced. The gift shop is also very competitive prices and you get a free certificate for your child. There are so many opportunities to take photos as well which is always a bonus!
8. Barnsley Metrodome Waterpark - Calypso Cove
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4.0 based on 693 reviews
Come and discover Barnsley’s hidden treasure – the island paradise that is Calypso Cove waterpark. Located just 5 minutes from Barnsley Interchange, Calypso Cove is home to fantastic flumes, sensational slides and wonderful waves - making it a great day out for the whole family! Splash your way through the slides, flumes and pools before retreating to The Hideout on poolside to refuel and relax with some hearty grog ‘n’ grub! There's plenty of fun to be had for young explorers too! Toddlers can enjoy Barnacle Bay, our interactive splash pool!
Reviewed By Horseface2011 - Leeds, United Kingdom
We visited 2nd jan 2020, about 12.30pm the drown alarm went off and we saw a life guard pull an elderly lady out of the deep end. He dived back in to rescue his glasses. Miserable crowd didn’t clap (we started but no one joined in). We had a great time - 4 year old loves the waves, pirate ship and kids splash area. 6 year old loves going to the green striped slide with her 7 and 9 year old cousins. We arrived at 11 and although a queue to pay there was no queue to go into the pool. When we left at 1pm there was a small queue to get into the pool. You book in advance for a particular time but the prices are significantly more - see website.
9. Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland
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4.0 based on 436 reviews
Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland, York’s magical festive experience, will return to the grounds of McArthur Glen’s York Designer Outlet this winter incorporating outdoor ice skating on the North of England’s largest outdoor ice rink, a traditional funfair, Santa’s grotto, Christmas shopping and exciting new Scandi-licious treats from PapaKitchen.Tickets for ice skating at The Ice Factor are on sale
Reviewed By rkrence79
Excellent, brilliant staff can’t do enough very helpful and friendly We loved the experience first time for us , my grandad who is in a wheel chair absolutely loved his first time ice skating ⛸. We will definitely be doing this family Christmas treat again next year , a little pricey but we loved it all the same
10. Selby Leisure Centre
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4.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By AndyS2581 - Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Great facilities - I use the gym, classes and pool regularly since it opened in 2015. Great modern gym with great equipment. Lots of natural light too so. From entering the building to leaving the staff are always there to great you with a smile and assist if needed. The classes are amazing too. I use the pool with my toddler who loves the pool. All in all I glad I live locally to use this amazing centre regularly.
