Glorious gardens surround this baroque mansion which houses National Portrait Gallery artwork. Explore the wilderness play area and seasonal trails such as the Easter egg hunt. Play with outdoor toys on the south lawn and roll down the grassy banks.
Admission Charges apply – see National Trust Website for details or call 01904 472027
Free parking. Cafe & toilets. Accessible pathways.
Cherished home of the Terry family – discover a piece of York’s chocolate heritage. Discover the history of the Arts & Crafts style house set in 4 acres of gardens. Enjoy gardens games and afternoon tea in the tea room. Open Wed – Sun from April – Nov.
27 Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1GG. 01904 771930
You can expect the unexpected at Harewood with special events and themed weekends throughout the season to surprise you. Whether you want to visit the House and its wonderful collections, relax in the gardens or play on the playground, come to Harewood. We think you‘ll be delighted!
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG. 0113 218 1010.
Discover Lotherton, a country estate, historic hall and Wildlife World zoo.
The expansive grounds and gardens are lovely walking spots, with or without four-legged companions. Each season brings new surprises including wild garlic in the spring, a sea of colourful blooms in summer in the formal gardens and stunning autumnal colours later on in the year.
The two playgrounds mean there’s plenty of space for running about and letting off steam, with zip wires for older children to enjoy.
The evolving zoo, Wildlife World, is a real highlight and visitors can see the Humboldt penguins splash and swim in their pool. Other colourful characters include Arthur the tapir, porcupines and a flamboyance of pink flamingos. New for 2021 is the Nocturnal House with a kinkajou, armadillo and more!
Northwood Trail is nestled in a 100 acre wood at Buttercrambe close to York and this delightful woodland fairy sanctuary is the first of its kind in the world.
Pre-booking required.
Buttercrambe Wood YO41 1AP
National Trust maintained 18th-century architectural masterpiece with landscape park and gardens, adventure play area, cafe & shop. Special events throughout the year. Accessible site. Admission charges apply.
Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1QE. 01924 863892
Explore Temple Newsam house, enjoy a picnic in the grounds, have fun in the adventure playground or meet the animals on the farm. Don’t miss the special school holiday and seasonal events throughout the year. Accessible site. Cafe & toilets facilities.
House Open Tuesday-Sunday, 11am -4pm, Home Farm, Daily, 10am-5pm (closed on Mondays during term time and bank holidays)
Admission charge for house & farm. Pre-booking now required.
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Temple Newsam Estate, Leeds, LS15 0AE. Tel: 0113 336 7461.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is the UK’s leading open-air art gallery, with 500 acres of beautiful historic parkland and six indoor galleries
Now open – advance booking essential.
West Bretton, Wakefield WF4 4LG (SatNav WF4 4JX). Tel +44 (0)1924 832631
