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The Winter Garden
The Winter Garden is a great place to stop for a peaceful time out in the heart of Sheffield and it's right beside the Millennium Gallery too so perfect for a dual visit! A pleasing chance to get back to nature in a very modern setting and for kids to stretch their legs. This striking glasshouse is actually large enough to hold 5,000 of the...
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The Edge Climbing Centre
The Edge Climbing Centre With over 150 marked routes The Edge, offers a unique indoor climbing experience. Rockstars: Climbing For Ages 7 to 13 2 hours of fully supervised climbing, including all climbing equipment and refreshments. An ideal way to get children interested in an adventure sport and a great and exciting way to exercise. All...
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Highfield Adventure Playground
Highfield Adventure Playground is a fantastic afternoon out for all the family, suitable for kids aged from 0 to 13. It is always staffed when open. Kids will love the FAST zip wire and the HUGE tower and tunnel slide. There are bits and pieces around to play with like tyres and reels, a water pump for wet and muddy play and plenty of sand to dig...
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Foundry Climbing
Foundry Climbing offers over 200 routes, 70% of which are from F5a to F7a. Over 1,100 sqm of climbing walls. Regular clubs for children and adults offering instruction in indoor climbing. These include Spider Club (aged 7 to 11 years), Young Climbers Club (aged 11 to 17 years), Adult Club (aged 18 years and over). One-off taster sessions are...
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Sheffield Botanical Gardens
Sheffield Botanical Gardens cover 19 acres and were first opened in 1836. Originally designed by Robert Marnock in the Gardenesque style, the site now has fifteen different garden areas featuring collections of plants from all over the world, including Mediterranean, Asian, American prairie-style, woodland and rock-and-water plantings. The...
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Heeley City Farm - Sheffield
Welcome to Heeley City Farm - a friendly farm and environmental visitor centre in Heeley, in the heart of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We're open every day from 9.30 am to 5.00 pm (4.30 pm in the winter) and admission is FREE! Meet our friendly animals, play in our under 8's Playground enjoy our Farm Café serving healthy, farm-cooked...
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Endcliffe Park
Endcliffe Park, located 2 miles southwest of Sheffield city centre, is a 15 hectare city park built to commemorate the Jubilee of Queen Victoria, that has a river, stepping stones, 2 ponds full of ducks and waterfowl, statues and sculptures, woodlands, floral features, and a cafe. It is open daily throughout the year and is free to visit. There...
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Norfolk Heritage Park
Norfolk Heritage Park has 30 Hectares of Green Flag Award Winning Victorian Park with playgrounds for under 8s and over 8s, lots of sports pitches, and the Centre in The Park with a Cafe. It is open throughout the year and free to visit. The Under 8s playground offers climbing, sliding and swinging while there is a separate more adventurous...
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Woolley Woods
Woolley Wood has a great variety of trees, some of which are not native, so it is a great place for kids to compare and try to identify different species. Look out for the yew trees as they are unusual for this area. Hundreds of beautiful bluebells can be seen during the spring, plus a number of plants including wild garlic, wood anemone and...
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Wincobank Hill
Wincobank Hill offers superb views over Sheffield and is made up of a mixture of heathland, woodland and open ground so there is plenty of space for the kids to run about and ramble. An Iron Age hill fort, consisting of a rampart and ditch, occupies a commanding position on the hilltop and many other historic features have also been found in the...
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Play Arena - Heeley
The Play Arena is an exciting family entertainment centre with a wide range of attractions offering activities and entertainment which will appeal to the whole family, from babies to adults, whatever the weather. At 18,000 square feet the venue is the largest in Sheffield. The Play Arena houses both indoor and outdoor play equipment, much of it...
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The Climbing Works - Sheffield
The Climbing Works is an indoor bouldering wall - bouldering is climbing without the need for ropes or harnesses. Find out more about bouldering here. Opened at the start of December 2006 in Sheffield, UK. Over 1000m² of indoor climbing surface in a 10,000sq ft building 8-10 graded circuits, each consisting of 40 colour-coded boulder...
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Ecclesall Woods
Ecclesall Woods are the largest semi natural woodland in South Yorkshire and are popular due to range of wildlife, plus the archaeological and historic features. It is a wonderful place to go for a family walk, with over 15km (about 9.5 miles) of bridleways and paths to explore. There is also an ‘Easy Going' trail for those who are less able...
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Wheata Woods
Wheata Woods is over 600 years old and full of history as well as wildlife. There are a number of bridlepaths and trails to follow plus the northern area of the woodland has the Trans Penine Trail running through it. There are loads of different trees to spot such as oaks, silver birch, holly and rowan, some of which are pretty old. Bird...
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Magna Science Adventure Centre - Rotherham
Everyone enjoys an opportunity to play, so everyone young or old can enjoy creating their own adventure at Magna. Come prepared as Magna is a 'coats on' experience. On cold days we recommend you wear warm clothing. Science Adventure Centre set in the old Templeborough steelworks. There are four elements of earth, air, fire and water and play...
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Wentworth Family Farm - Rotherham
Wentworth Family Farm: Home to a range of rare breed such as Soay sheep, Jacobs sheep, Shetland cattle, middle white pigs, Saannen, Pygmy and Bagot goats. View red squirrels, British barn, snowy and tawny owls, horses and ponies. Also a bunny barn with rabbits, guinea pigs and other baby animals.Situated in sixteen acres of historic walled...
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Wentworth Castle Gardens
Children have the freedom to discover our vast parkland, which is home to a deer park and an array of plants and animals. Hidden within the landscapes are a variety of 18th century follies to be explored and admired, including the remains of Stainborough Castle which was built as a gigantic play area for the children of Thomas Wentworth. Visitors...
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Renishaw Hall - Sheffield
Renishaw Hall has been the family home of the Sitwells for nearly 400 years. We have a beautiful 300-acre park, eight acres of the most important Italianate gardens in England, and a house full of treasures large and small collected over many centuries. This is open by appointment to the public for exclusive and intimate tours with knowledgeable...
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Double Barrel Steakhouse
The Double Barrel Steakhouse is now under new management and has been fully refurbished with a new Champagne Lounge and family friendly Barn themed Restaurant. Along with a very tasty new menu. The steakhouse benefits from a specialist artisan English wine bar next door which is great place to meet before and after you dine. There is also a...
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Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry - North Anston
When the centre first opened in the summer of 1994, it consisted of the Tropical house, some gardens and the start of the nature trail. Over the past 11 years the centre has evolved to included a wide range of animals. The centre currently is home to the Tropical House, Bird of prey centre, baby animal nursery, Pets corner and a mature nature...
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Rother Valley Country Park - Sheffield
Located on the borders of Yorkshire and Derbyshire, near the towns of Rotherham, Chesterfield and Worksop and the city of Sheffield. The 750 acre park hosts a number of walking and cycling routes which link to the Trans Pennine Trail and Route 6 Sustrans.There are 5 lakes of which the main lake is 1 mile in length and...
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Rother Valley Playdale - Sheffield
A mega outdoor play area designed to give kids, big, and smallhours of fun with very little effort from the adults. Playdales have climbing towers so big we call them Everest. then there is the space net a massive 40m Aerial runway. Playdale Playground Children's Activity Centres: Swings, climbing Frames, spinners, roadabout, jungle climber,...
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Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park
Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park will show you how flour is milled within the 17th and 19th century buildings using a water powered old mill! It's fascinating stuff and there aren't many working examples left to explore around the Uk any more - so get over there while it's still there! The country park covers over 240 acres and...
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Hardwick Hall
One of Britain's greatest and most complete Elizabethan houses Spectacular Tudor treasure house Built for 'Bess of Hardwick', Elizabethan England's second most powerful and wealthy woman Outstanding 16th and 17th-century tapestries and embroideries Fine historic...
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Bolsover Castle
‘By an unlikely miracle,’ wrote the architectural historian Mark Girouard,‘the keep at Bolsover has survived into this century as an almost untouched expression in stone of the lost world of Elizabethan chivalry and romance.’ Dominating the countryside from its hilltop, Bolsover occupies the site of a medieval castle built...
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Locke Park
Locke Park is a popular park in Barnsley that offers some pleasing green space for ball games and picnicking, plus a play area for children up to 10 years old including climbing frames for different ages and a basket swing. There's also a sand pit, paddling pool, cafe, bowling green and tennis courts so there's actually loads to do if you make...
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Speedwell Cavern
Enter the inner world of the underground cave system in the heart of the Peak District National Park and absorb the atmosphere as a watery silence echoes all around you. Set at the foot of the spectacular Winnats Pass, high above the village of Castleton, Speedwell Cavern takes you on an incredible underground boat journey. Descend the 105 steps...
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Peak Cavern - Devils Arse - Castleton
Unravel the mysteries of the Devil’s Arse and step into the unique world of Peak Cavern. Unusual rock formations, the eerie sound of running water and echoes of a bygone age await you. Set in the middle of the picturesque Peak District, deep into the cliff is the Cavern’s imposing entrance chamber – the largest natural cave...
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Treak Cliff Cavern
Treak Cliff Cavern is an underground wonderland of stalactites, stalagmites, rocks, minerals and fossils. It is also Home to Blue John Stone, a rare form of Fluorite with beautiful colours. Popular as an ornamental stone and mined for 300 years, one of the largest pieces ever found is still in situ called ‘The Pillar’. The Blue John...
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Chestnut Tree - Barnsley
BAZZ AND JAZZ PLAY ZONE - Indoor Play Building OPENING TIMES Sunday - Thursday 12noon - 9pm. Friday & Saturday 12noon - 10pm. Last admissions are 1 hour before closing (above). PARENTS AND TODDLERS Monday - Friday 10am - 12noon. Term time: only 10am - 12noon & 1pm - 3pm. STANDARD...
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Cannon Hall Farm - Barnsley
he perfect family day out in the Pennine hills with hundreds of animals, and adventure playgrounds. We are a working family-run farm, and you may have seen us on TV on Springtime on the Farm, Winter on the Farm, The Yorkshire Vet and more! Suitable for children and adults of all ages, there’s plenty to see and do at the farm. Your...
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The Maize Maze at Cawthorne
A warm family welcome awaits you at our dairy farm. Our Maize Maze is "run by our family for your family". As well as a great maze puzzle we aim to create a village fete atmosphere, where you don't have to put your hand in your pocket all the time. The only thing we charge extra for is a tractor and trailer ride to...
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The Hungry Llama indoor play area - Barnsley
The Hungry Llama indoor play area is one of the biggest and best in the north of England. Packed with features including nine dramatic slides and the most up to date play equipment, it guarantees a fabulous, fun filled day whatever the weather. Kids will be in heaven as there’s something interesting and exciting around every corner. Built...
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Chatsworth Farmyard & Adventure Playground
Welcome to our home, set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire. There is always something new to see and do in the house, garden, farmyard and adventure playground. Experience a taste of Chatsworth in our shops, restaurants and award winning Farm shop, or explore our beautiful 1000 acre park. The farmyard at Chatsworth has been a...
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Haddon Hall
Haddon Hall has welcomed visitors for hundreds of years and never fails to enchant. Set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park, parts of the house date from the 12th century, sitting like a jewel in its Elizabethan terraced gardens, and overlooking the River Wye. Haddon Hall is CLOSED to the public in January, February, March...
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Bakewell Recreation Ground
The Recreation Ground provides fun and enjoyment for people of all ages. It is set in 5.25 hectares of land, and has great outdoor sporting facilities. Fringing the town centre, the Recreation Ground is easily accessible from Bakewell's car parks, including the large car park on the other side of theRiver Wye (footbridge access) at the...
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Creswell Crags
Creswell Crags is a limestone gorge honeycombed with caves and smaller fissures. Stone tools and remains of animals found in the caves by archaeologists provide evidence for a fascinating story of life during the last Ice Age between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago. Further evidence came to light in 2003 with the discovery of Britain's only known Ice...
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Clumber park
Extensive and varied area of parkland and woods Idyllic lakeside walks in the pleasure ground The longest avenue of lime trees in Europe Bring your own, or hire a cycle and explore our woodland trails Clumber Chapel - a Gothic cathedral in miniature Culinary tastes of the past come to life in the Kitchen Garden Regular kids events,...
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The Ashley - Worksop
HORSE PLAY - (Indoor Play Building) OPENING TIMES Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9.30am - 2pm.Saturday & Sunday 12noon - 6pm. TOTS TIME Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am - 12mn. £2.00 per child. PARTY PACKAGES Are available from £5.99 please ring for details....
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Brodsworth Hall & Gardens
Explore the changing fortunes of a wealthy Victorian family in this once opulent Yorkshire country home. Discover 150 years of family life documented at Brodsworth Hall: from silk and chandeliers, to the austerity of life during WWII. Take a walk around the labyrinthine ‘grand gardens in miniature’, now restored to their Victorian...
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Kirklees Light Railway
Steam along behind Hawk, Owl, Fox or Badger, our four friendly steam engines on an enchanting 50 minute return trip. Travel along 3¾ miles of 15" narrow-gauge rail through the superb scenery of the lovely South Pennine foothills.
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Willow Tree Family Farm - Shirebrook
The activities of Willow Tree Family Farm are diverse, covering animal husbandry to Forest Schools, youth work to mentoring adults & children with low self-esteem and confidence. Known as a family attraction, a diamond on the outskirts of Shirebrook, Willow Tree Farm attracts hundreds of visitors each year. People come to enjoy Willow Tree...
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Anglers Country Park
Services Free car parking - with disabled bays closest to the visitor centre Café Room on the Broom Adventure Trail Toilets (open 9am – 4.30pm, 7 days a week) including a Changing Places facility for use of people with a disability Electric mobility scooters - free of charge Kids adventure playground All facilities within the...
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Cliffe House
Welcome to Cliffe House, outdoor study and conference centre. Providing tailor made learning and events for schools, groups, colleges, businesses, individuals and the community. Admission:2015 Prices: Free! Opening Times: 2015 Opening Details: Play Area public use times Monday to Friday from 10am until 3pm during school holidays...
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Gullivers Kingdom - Matlock Bath
From the moment you enter Gulliver's you enter another world where your imagination can roam free. Gulliver's Matlock Bath is nestled in a stunning hillside location where much of the magic comes from the amazing scenery and views. You can get away from it all and enter a world of wonder and fantasy, where anything is possible and your imagination...
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The Heights of Abraham
Welcome to one of the Peak District’s oldest and most popular days out, an attraction where stunning natural beauty is matched by human achievement and the historic blends seamlessly with the futuristic. Since first opening its gates to visitors in 1780 the Heights of Abraham has remained one of the Peak District’s most popular...
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Hall Leys Park
This superb District Council park in the heart of Matlock celebrated its centenary year in 2011. In 2014 Hall Leys Park gained its seventhconsecutive Green Flag award from the Keep Britain Tidy Group, making it officially one of the best parks in the whole of the UK. Admission: Free to visit. Opening Times: ...
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Hemsworth Water Park and Playworld - Pontefract
Hemsworth Water Park has two lakes; the largest lake is available for pedalo rides and has sandy beaches; the smallest lake is in a more secluded area to attract wildlife. Both lakes are stocked for fishing which is available all year round. There are also plenty of grassed areas for picnics and games.
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Walk through natural habitats and encounter animals from all over the world. Also a woodlands nature trail. See marsupials, antelopes, zebra, ostrich and lemurs, anteater. There's family fun all day long with our walkthrough safari animal areas, a full programme of ranger talks and feeding time, indoor and outdoor play areas, cafes and shops in...
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park
The only one of its kind, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international centre for modern and contemporary art, experienced and enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year. Explore open-air displays by some of the world’s finest artists, enjoy fascinating exhibitions throughout four stunning galleries, be inspired by the natural...
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Crich Tramway Village - Matlock
Voted East Midlands ‘Best Day Out’ by viewers of BBC East Midlands Today, Crich Tramway Village has developed into one of Derbyshire's most unique family attractions. Trams run to and fro down a cobbled street past the former Derby Assembly rooms before passing under the Bowes-Lyon Bridge and climbing a mile and a half of track that...
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Matlock Farm Park
Matlock Farm Park is set in part of a 600 acre working farm with pony trekking, loads of animals to see and interact with and all in all providing a great day out with variety activities for all the family. Here at Matlock Farm Park, we are open all year round and hope to give you a wonderful visit in the fresh air and tranquility of the...
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The Pavilion Gardens
Pavilion Gardens is a wonderful historic venue situated in the heart of Buxton. Nestled within 23 acres of beautiful gardens, we are a natural hub for the many tourists that visit the town and a popular destination for members of the local community. As a family friendly destination, we pride ourselves on offering every visitor a thoroughly...
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Thornes Clarence Park
Thornes Park is Wakefield's main open space, less than a mile from the city centre. It offers 60 hectares of open space to explore and enjoy including a 2 mile circular path that follows the boundary of the park - and if this is not challenging enough there are several exercise stations on the route. Admission:2015 Prices: 18 hole pitch and...
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Sherwood forest fun park
We are a family run business which dates back five generations of the Turvill family. We cater for families and children and our friendly and helpful staff aim to provide you with an inexpensive fun day out in one of the most beautiful locations - Sherwood Forest. We are situated at the entrance to Sherwood Country Park, and within ten minutes...
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Sherwood Forest Country Park
The legendary stomping-ground of Robin Hood, this 450 acre country park is now part of the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve and home to a fascinating eco-system. The forest has 900 veteran oak trees including England's Tree of the Year 2014, The Major Oak. Browse around the Visitor Centre shops or relax after a stroll in the Forest Table...
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GO APE Sherwood Pines - Nottinghamshire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK. The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
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GO APE Buxton - Derbyshire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK. The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
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Poole's Cavern
Poole's Cavern is open to visitors in all weather! Take a Journey beneath the earth with our expert guides, explore the vast limestone caverns and see how crystal stalactites and stalagmites have lined the chambers over millions of years. All beautifully illuminated with paved walkways and handrails throughout Back above ground explore the...
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Wetlands Waterfowl Reserve - Retford
Wetlands primary objective is to enable people of all ages to view and get close to animals they wouldn’t normally have the chance to see. Our 23-acre parkland also provides a fantastic location for a relaxing stroll in the countryside. Wetlands is an animal park set in purely natural surroundings. Leave the school and bus timetables...
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Idle Valley
We welcome you visit to the reserve and centre. If you are a large walking group or organised group please contact us so we can discuss your interests, needs and if necessary your seating arrangements in the centre's café for refreshment. We have lots for families to do here, so please pick up activity sheets, hire a discovery pack, make...
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Tree Tops Activity Centre
We have a 5-a-side all weather pitch. Perfect for football, cricket and range of other activities. We host a weekly indoor 8-a-side cricket league in winter, for more information, head on over to our Treetops. Admission: Over 3s £4.95 Under 3s £3.95 Check out Toddler Time, too! Opening Times: Open 7 days...
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Beaumont Park
The Friends of Beaumont Park Ltd. is an incorporated charity, limited by guarantee, supporting Kirklees Council in the maintenance and regeneration of Beaumont Park. Admission: Free Opening Times: Park open all year round. Visitors Centre Wednesdays and Sundays: Winter 1pm to 3.30pm, Summer 1pm to 4pm Saturdays during July and August...
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Thoresby Park
Thoresby Park, within the heart of Nottinghamshire, is a lovely place to visit all year round with a range of attractions for all of the family no matter how young or old. Our extensive grounds cover over 1000 acres of rich unspoilt English countryside, with a range of facilities and attractions open to the public all year round. Opening...
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Greenhead Park
Greenhead Park opened in September 1884 and is now in it’s 130th year. Throughout this time it has proved to be popular with the people of Huddersfield. Only half a mile from Huddersfield town centre, the park is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the shops, offices and stresses and strains of urban life. It is the perfect place to...
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Boston Park Farm - Doncaster
Boston Park Farm is a family business run by the Chappell family and includes the Tearooms, Maize Maze and horse liveries as well as an 800 acre arable farm. 2016 is the 17th season for the maize maze, which has grown and developed since it started in 2000. We have two outdoor play structures with swings and slides, and plenty of places to...
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Lyme Park - Disley
On the edge of the Peak District, nestling within sweeping moorland, Lyme Park is a magnificent estate. Its wild remoteness and powerful beauty contrast with one of the most famous country-house images in England – the backdrop to where Darcy meets Elizabeth in Pride and Prejudice . Discover a colourful family history – from rescuing...
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Lyme Park
Adventure playground and lots of children's events throughout the year at Lyme Park, House and Gardens. Vast medieval deer park, moorland and woodland estate to explore. Famous scene in 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995) where Darcy emerges from a lake was filmed here. A Tudor house transformed into a huge Italianate palace in the 18th...
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Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor pursuits and anything related to the great outdoors in and near to the city of Sheffield, catering for you, your child, and your family. This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park. We provide information on outdoor pursuits by county, city or by activity. Please use the home page map for county level outdoor pursuits browsing. If you cannot find what outdoor pursuits like by city level here, please use the home page search box for more detailed searching outdoor pursuits options. If you think we have missed somewhere you would like to see in this category, or you spot any incorrect information then please let us know by e-mail or by using the contact us form provided.
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