The top cities between Derry and York are Belfast, Leeds, Newcastle upon Tyne, Keswick, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Ripon, Hexham, Carlisle, Ayr, and Wakefield. Belfast is the most popular city on the route. It's 1 hour from Derry and 7 hours from York.
Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, is known for its association with RMS Titanic. The city has a revamped dockyard area called Titanic Quarter that comprises the Titanic Belfast museum, Harland & Wolff’s Drawing Offices and the Titanic Slipways. These locations now host open-air concerts and offer a glimpse into the legacy of one of history's most infamous ships. Visitors can explore Belfast as part of day tours that also include attractions like Giants Causeway and Dark Hedges on Northern Ireland Coast.
Ayr, a charming town on the southwest coast of Scotland, is known for its rich history as a former royal burgh. As the administrative center of South Ayrshire Council and the historic county town of Ayrshire, it boasts a population of 46,982, making it the 15th largest settlement in Scotland.
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30 minutes off the main route, 55% of way to York
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Carlisle, a city in Cumbria, England, is the county town and administrative hub of the City of Carlisle district. Situated 8 miles south of the Scottish border, it is often referred to as a "border city". The meeting point of rivers Eden, Caldew and Petteril adds to its geographical significance.
Keswick, a charming market town nestled in the Lake District National Park of northwest England, offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the Cumberland Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum & Art Gallery to delve into local heritage. The ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle and the picturesque Derwent Water lake provide opportunities for outdoor adventures and scenic boat tours. Additionally, golf enthusiasts can enjoy the Keswick Golf Club's course with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Hexham, a charming market town in Northumberland, England, sits on the picturesque south bank of the River Tyne. It serves as a bustling hub for hikers and cyclists exploring the surrounding rolling hills, woodlands, and riverside paths. The town's proximity to Hadrian's Wall makes it an ideal base for delving into Roman history. Visitors can explore Hexham Abbey with its impressive 12th-century Early English Gothic architecture and delve into the crypt adorned with ancient Roman inscriptions.
13% as popular as Belfast
22 minutes off the main route, 77% of way to York
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Newcastle upon Tyne, often referred to as Newcastle, is a vibrant city located on the northern bank of the River Tyne in Tyne and Wear, England. It is the largest settlement in both the Tyneside conurbation and North East England. The city offers a diverse culinary scene with underground eateries serving up delicious burgers paired with craft beers from local and UK breweries. Additionally, Newcastle boasts an array of pubs where visitors can unwind and soak up the lively atmosphere.
The Yorkshire Dales National Park straddles the Pennines and features some of the most stunning scenery in England. With plenty of hotels to choose from, visitors can find a venue that fits their needs perfectly. The park has a wide variety of attractions, making it the perfect place to take a break from everyday life.
Park up & go walking or cycling for a day in the countryside, the views and fresh are are lovely. Also dotted around you will find local visitor spots all over the Dales to enjoy (best to Google and search these locations before setting off, so you don't clog up the many narrow B roads due to miss-turns).
Rob Kemp — Google review
The Dales National park is without a doubt one of the best National parks in the UK
with endless Dales to drive through and explore or if you are fit you can do one of hundreds of well marked footpaths.
Something different at every turn in the road .
It can be a bit daunting driving on the mostly single track roads with passing places for the less experienced driving so please remember that 😉 but I would definitely recommend a holiday in the Dales or a day out .
Tjx Trevor Ward — Google review
Great 10 mile 3.5hr walk (not round) past upper and lower reservoirs on Barden Moor. Parked over cattle grid near the sign. Simons seat in the distant, views for miles, lots of red grouse, had our lunch stop in the beaters shelter, windy but lovely 😎😁 water spilling out of the upper res, down the valley... I could've watch it all day! Part of Bolton Abbey estate so not sure dogs allowed (they need the grouse to nest 😕) but good paths to follow
ilona rigo — Google review
One of the most beautiful National Parks I have seen in the UK. The countryside is very scenic, its peple are warm and welcoming. Full of hidden gems both food-wise and from a scenery perspective.
The 3 peaks challenge is certainly worth doing, it was a pleasure meeting so many hikers along the circuit. The kind of place where everyone greets everyone and a sense of community is breathing through the air.
Mihai Tabara — Google review
Great time outdoors. Beautiful weather, scenery and great company. The area is very dog friendly, but there are many farm animals that you pass through fields.
Fiona Newton — Google review
Beautiful scenery throughout the dales. It is a great place to go walking.
Stuart Wilcock — Google review
Malham cove and they have a guest visiting centre to park you car at £5.50 till they close. Park and cross over road and follow the signs. Where sensible shoes it's very uneven in some places. Keep going up and over once you have seen the first waterfall.
Keep your dogs on leads.
Joyce Rowe — Google review
Beautiful area to hike, drive or cycle through. Breathtaking views unless the weather is foggy, rainy and snowing like the day we visited 😉
Well worth the trip though.
JP — Google review
Aysgarth falls in the Yorkshire Dales national park, is a great spot for a day out and what's even better is that it is completely free! Enjoy this 4.2-km circular trail near Aysgarth, North Yorkshire. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 0 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking. kid-friendly water falls
Zara xara — Google review
It's on the outskirts of where I was born so I'm biased. If you want amusement arcades, racing simulators and popcorn, find it somewhere else. The dramatic landscape and beauty of nature here are breathtaking. It"s unspoiled wonderful and lovely. Go there.
mike threlfall — Google review
The Yorkshire Dales is simply a beautiful place to visit. Stunning scenic walks with villages and Hamlets a plenty to visit too. Treat with respect , the landscape and the homesteads ...It's not a ' theme park. ..and for walkers, beware of the quickly changing climate ...the cold and rain can envelop you very quickly !!!
David Johnson — Google review
One of my favourite places to take in the UK. Roads are very quiet and the recent high profile Tour de France grand depart means the surfaces are very smooth. There are some challenges passes and finding refreshments is easy. Highly recommended.
Chris Fieldsend — Google review
Lovely area. Home of the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge. Also lots of other good hikes and waterfalls here. Lots of caves to explore too. Make sure you check out the local pubs and ales. Locals are friendly and helpful.
Chris Gledhill — Google review
Took a motorcycle tour around the dales with a friend for the first time , and wow just stunning views. Roads are twisty and sheep are flocking to the noise, so slow and gentle to admire the views and pheasants with sun or fog equally pleasant . Will be back to admire it all again soon… what’s more to say the pics alone should will you to head the the area and enjoy. And get home after fully refreshed and revitalised …
AViT Madness — Google review
Beautiful valley and amazing national park
Paul Inbaraj Pillai — Google review
Breathtaking scenery in wonderful surroundings well worth a visit 👍
Located in the northern English county of Yorkshire, Leeds is a city that boasts several noteworthy attractions. The Royal Armouries museum is situated on the south bank of River Aire and contains an immense collection of arms and artillery. On the other side of the river lies Call Lane, a redeveloped industrial area famous for its converted railway arches which house bars and live music venues. Visitors can also explore hundreds of indoor and outdoor stalls at Leeds Kirkgate Market.
Wakefield, a charming cathedral city in West Yorkshire, England, is situated along the picturesque River Calder. With a population of over 100,000 people, it offers a blend of historical and modern attractions. While visiting Wakefield, travelers can explore its bustling streets and also consider nearby cities like Leeds and Bradford for diverse experiences. Additionally, the region boasts popular tourist sites such as Harewood House and Haworth Parsonage that are worth exploring during a visit to this vibrant area.
Ripon, a charming cathedral city and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, is situated at the meeting point of the Laver and Skell rivers, both tributaries of the River Ure. The city boasts an impressive cathedral, intriguing museums, and a lively market square for visitors to explore. Additionally, just a short distance away lies the stunning Dales countryside with numerous top-notch attractions.
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9 minutes off the main route, 92% of way to York
Best stops along Derry to York drive
The top stops along the way from Derry to York (with short detours) are Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, Royal Armouries Museum, and Windermere. Other popular stops include Fountains Abbey, Durham Cathedral, and The Forbidden Corner.
Cat Bells is a small, gentle mountain peak that can be easily accessed via a short path with panoramic lakeland views. It's perfect for those who want an easy hike that does not compromise on the view, and is also popular amongst hillwalkers.
Absolutely stunning hike! Perfect for kids though there was a small bit of scrambling (last photo) but that was our favorite part! It took us a couple of hours with plenty of stops for playing and enjoying the views
Renee Miller — Google review
Nice circular route with great views. Good walk for most dogs, easy route to follow. We went down to the lakeside, makes the walk a wee bit longer but gives you 2 different types of scenery vistas.
Greg Campbell-smith — Google review
Nice steep walk, we managed to get halfway up with great views of Derwent Water.
Up and down near the top in less than 2 hours which was great.
Tabby Tabster — Google review
Absolutely beautiful walk.
Stunning views.
We did the hike with our dogs, and thoroughly enjoyed it.
It is fairly steep on both the ascent and descent, one thing to take into consideration, on the descent some rock scrambling and climbing is required.
Lucy Smith — Google review
Walked up one morning with my dog and the views didn’t disappoint. We walked straight up from the bottom and once you got so far up it was quite a scramble, especially when you’re on your own trying to hold a dog! We came down the other path (I’m not sure if there’s more than just those two), which winds down the outside facing Derwentwater, and that was definitely an easier route! I would definitely go back again but go the ‘easier’ route up.
Anna Cialis-Hodgson — Google review
We had an amazing hike in Catbells and it was one of the best hikes we did in the Lake district. This hike was a full of spectacular views overlooking the Derwentwater and the range of magical mountains in Lake District. The hike was quite an easy one and we did as a preparation for the Helvellyn hike we are planning to do in next couple of days. We parked the car in Hawes end car park. Make sure not to park your Car along the double yellow lines, no matter how tempting you are, you will definitely get a parking ticket. I saw many Cars got parking tickets just because they wanted to save £5 of the Car park. Make sure to keep only footsteps and take only photos /memories. Thanks Lake District 😊
Anjana Silva — Google review
Good family climb. Some scrambles, we did it with a five and seven year old in good weather. Recommended getting a buss or getting off the ferry at Hawes end.
Stephen Nicholson — Google review
Great "Little" walk. I had thought we could do this on one of our rest days. It was a little bit steeper than I'd thought. But I have to say, one of my favourite walks. The views are great. Parking is a nightmare. I'd Googled beforehand and getting the launch from Keswick was recommended. This was a great idea. It added another element to the adventure. And made parking easy. The lakeside carpark is massive.
martin cockerell — Google review
This was a very steep walk for me! I'd like to think I'm fairly fit but I found this very demanding. The views are amazingly beautiful but please be warned that this is NOT a flat easy walk. I regret not taking some food and drink to enjoy the spectacular views at the top.
Ken Lau — Google review
Amazing view! Definitely recommend. It’s about a 25-35 min hike up to the first viewpoint and it’s amazing. It’s quite steep so wear proper shoes as not to fall or slip, especially on the way down. The view from the top is really breathtaking.
Dominique Saayman — Google review
Fantastic views all the way. Amazing. A must do thing to put on your list. There were people of all ages doing this, but there are two parts when you have to scramble up the rocks. Not easy for all to do! Start at Hawks End to get the best experience of it all. You go up to the first peak and as you get there you then see another. As you get to the top, then there's another, get to next peak then there's yet another again. Lovely to sit down and have a drink and a sarni looking out over the views. The winding path on the side going down left me in sooo much pain in my knees though!! I didnt think I would be able to drive home! Worth it cos the views are amazing! Parking..... what a nightmare! Seemed like cars were in every little gap at sides of road there was and its a bit tight in places for two cars to pass. There are a lot of double yellow lines so be careful where you choose. I basically just got lucky with a parking spot. If you see one grab it
Trickyj “TRICKYJ” Trickyj — Google review
Perfect hike for first time climbers, it has absolutely everything to get their love for climbing going!! The views are beautiful the walk isn't too strenuous.
Views for miles and a lovely lake at the bottom of the fell, perfect spot for wild swimming and having a picnic, a firm family favourite!!!
Spontaneous Adventures — Google review
Fairly easy walk for beginners and it’ll take about an hour up and less than that coming down, if you’re fairly fit
There’s parking right at the starting point, (the side facing the lake) so if you can get that then it’s literally a few steps to the starting point (which slights right, up the hill)
The views are spectacular and there’s nothing like a short hike to end your day!
You can do a circular route and come down the shorter but less scenic view and really complete this miniature mountain
If you’re with the family and they’re not up for running across striding edge with you then this scenic route will get everyone out and wanting to climb
The Seeker — Google review
Great walk with excellent views around Keswick. Not to busy and a moderate rating, great starter point for beginners.
Craig Johnston — Google review
This is probably my favourite hike in England.
I've parked in the area previously, within a half mile of the start. Yet parking is difficult and I was lucky to find a legal spot to park.
Yesterday when I ventured up with the wife we parked at the Lake Side car park (£8.50 for 6 hours).
We then caught the ferry form the lakeside to Hawes End. The journey is lovely and takes about 30 mins.
It was £5.50 each one way. The guys that run the ferry are great. Very friendly and happy to advise on directions and where best to get off etc.
There is a wooden jetty at Hawes end which leads straight into a woodland. It's sigh posted to the start of the Catbells walk and brings you out at the North End of the walk. This is the most challenging end of the climb as it's 80% climbing, some of which is pretty steep and there is some technicality at around 4 points along the route to the summit. It's a bit of scrambling and for some bits you're going to need both hands to help you climb. It's doable for most people who are at least moderately active.
The only way I can gauge it for you is I am above average fitness for my age. (I am 50 my VO2 max currently at 47). I carried a pack with 12kg weight. I used walking poles and my heart rate reached around 150bpm on the toughest section which is the scramble right before the summit. I like to go for it and push myself so I shot up there but you can take your time and have regular rests. So don't let this put you off.
The great thing about this hike is that it's incredibly rewarding. It's a short distance but steep enough to get you a good workout. Yet, as you climb there are rewards at every turn. Even after hiking just five mins into the trail you will start to be rewarded with Great views. And this gift keeps on giving the higher you climb.
You'll have views over to the Langdale Pikes to the SE, Keswick town, Blencathra and Skiddaw to the North and NE.
Then over to your SW, views Straight into the Kentmere Horse Shoe.
Ok a clear day you can see right across to the East towards the very peak of Hellvellyn.
Just 360° fantastic views.
We missed the last boat back from Hawes End landing which is at 1740hrs.
We also missed the last bus back (no.77) which was at 1801hrs from Portinscale. So we had to walk back to Keswick which took about 90 mins from the foot of Catbells at the Hawes End area.
The total walk from Hawes end landing jetty along the ridge to Catbells summit, then down a path way that leads East from the ridge between Catbells and Maiden more (towards the lake). Then following the path way along the lower fells of Catbells South to North back to Hawes End. Continuing along the main road towards Portinscale, then through and over the River Derwent and along a dirt track straight into the centre of Keswick Town was 7.4 miles approximately.
I'd advise planning to get the boat back from Hawes End. In which case Hawes end to Hawes end over Catbells is around 4 miles.
You can pay for your ticket by contactless card on the boat itself if you haven't bought a return ticket.
That's it. Hopefully this contains all the main info for you to enjoy a great mini adventure in Catbells. Sounds obvious, (but I can tell you that people still underestimate the fells), but make sure you take food, drinks and proper walking gear and jacket etc for inclement weather. It can and does change very quickly up there and you're very exposed up there. It's almost always windy up there and so when you're sat admiring the view from the summit and all sweaty, you'll cool off super quick. I've included some photos if you're interested. Enjoy.
Outdoorsonaut — Google review
Beautiful walk. No need to use the car park if you staying in Keswick as you can take the ferry or walk around the north part of the lake to get there.
Views are fantastic, on the negative side it's a little too busy but most people are respectful and helpful. For those who are older or with young children, there are two scrambling sections which are unavoidable and the second would be particularly challenging with very young kids or if you are infirm.
If you want to go further and have the time/energy you can walk over the hilltops along to Maidens Moor and High Spy which is a route just after you come down the far side of Catbells. These are much less frequented and not particularly challenging after the initial climb of Catbells and takes you up to around 650m. If you are feeling particularly daring you can go even further and there is a beautiful and secluded swimming lake on past High Spy peak.
Well worth doing.
Dave Newts — Google review
This my second hike of the year .. amazing views and beautiful trails definitely recommend worth it
Miquel Lambert — Google review
Surprisingly amazing for the low altitude of this fell. Really enjoyed the hike on the way to High Spy. This fell in the Lake District National Park is very busy due to its proximity to the town of Keswick. A lot of people hike up and back down to their hotels and camping sites. Nevertheless a truly wonderful short walk and definitely a must do Wainwright. Parking for this fell is as always a problem in the peek season and you'll most likely have to pay, then walk to the beginning of Cat Bells.
Stephen Hayes — Google review
Really enjoyed the hike up Catsbells. Such amazing views! Some parts are literally clambering up rocks (make sure you go in the right direction for the loop as wouldn't want to be going down the rocks) but doable if reasonably fit and mobile. Did the 5k circular route. Parking is an issue, ensure you follow parking rules.
Natasha fallows — Google review
A nice little walk with great views of derwent. Not a bad walk and easy going. It dies get very busy as loads of people were on the way up as we desended.
Rob Morgans — Google review
Lovely day out if the weather is playing ball. Be prepared for a bit of a scramble at the top, but nothing too intense. Anyone with a fair amount of fitness should find it a doddle.
Charlene G — Google review
Catbells is a relatively easy climb for the generalist hiker. One that you can do with the kids if they’re competent. Personally if you don’t want any whinging, try when your kids are older than 8 years as it’s a progressive climb with 3 or 4 scrambling sections to its peak of just 450 metres. Don’t let the modest height of this mountain put you off. The views from the peak over Derwentwater are exquisite. A bonus is that on clear days you will find the RAF Eurofighters training overhead through the valleys of Blencathra to the northeast and over Bassenthwaite. We timed the passing jets perfectly as we meandered through the Cumbria Way near Nichol End Marina. Seeing a Typhoon 500ft above your head is quite something and the noise verging on deafening. Quite a shock for my 10 year old son! Our route from Portinscale south past Lingholm Kitchen and Gardens, up through the foothills is well sign posted. You can’t go wrong! There’s even a little snack truck where you can have a coffee and a crépe before you begin your ascent (or finish if you’re doing a loop to Portinscale). This Route 1 is around 8 miles back to Portinscale and can easily be finished in around 4 hours including a picturesque lunch on the tops. One of the best walks the Lakes has to offer.
Paul G (Paulies Travels) — Google review
Lovely walk if you follow the road around and come up the side of the lake it is more gentle as the other side you need to climb on roads
Derwentwater is a long, narrow lake located in the Lake District of North West England. With its tranquil landscapes and many opportunities for recreation, it is popular with visitors all year round. The lake has a network of footpaths and boating opportunities, as well as being home to Keswick Launches which take in stunning views of the surrounding fells. For those looking to explore more of the area, Borrowdale Valley is just across the lake.
A really beautiful place to walk. It's about 10 miles and takes about 4 to 6 hours to walk around, depending upon how many stops you make for refreshments. I high recommend St Mary's Mount for refreshments and tye Derwentwater Hotel.
History Academy — Google review
Beautiful ribbon lake nestled within the classic Lake District mountainous terrain. If you can get on the water, it's a great feeling, and even if not, you'll be able to feel the serenity at any point around the lake. Genuinely a stunning place especially when it's not too rainy or cloudy (good luck!) and one of my highlights when visiting the lakes.
Oliver Ling — Google review
Derwentwater is a truly magical an amazing place!! An can be certainly breath-taking over the summer month.
Takes roughly 4 - 5hrs get all way round an is about 10miles long too walk.
Ben Taylor (Benji) — Google review
Derwentwater is a beautiful lake located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is one of the most popular and picturesque lakes in the region, surrounded by stunning landscapes and fells. Derwentwater is approximately 3 miles long and 1 mile wide, offering scenic views, walking trails, and opportunities for boating and watersports. The lake is also dotted with several islands, including the well-known Derwent Island, which is owned by the National Trust and can be visited by boat. It's a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Mohammad Abufara — Google review
Has a circular walk around the lake, with beautiful views. Part of it is flooded at the moment, though, just before the "Chinese Bridge".
Shaun Brown — Google review
Great spot for wild swimming. Plenty of parking. Views are incredible
Moose lowe — Google review
It's a beautiful place for swimming, outing, spending leisure time/special time with you family,friends, girlfriend-boyfriend or buggy ,specially for tourists, boating, enjoy the beauty of nature.
These picture was taken last summer
Md Imtiaz Ahmed Shakib — Google review
Wandering down from Keswick for the first time, and the view emerging from the trees, is one of the few times, I was astonished in my life. It is absolutely wonderfully gorgeous, and if you have never seen it for yourself, watch the Star Wars scene where the X-Wings flew over the water. Even major film makers know a beautiful place when they see one!
Access is easy. Keswick is ten minutes walk away, there is a large carpark a few minutes away to the north, which also has toilets. The path that runs down the eastern shore soon brings you to peace and quiet, woodland mottled in sunlight from a high sun, providing shade on the hot days. And the views from all angles, are just beautiful in all the best ways, at all times of all the days.
Everything is so close here, and yet so beautiful, you can spend an hour here, or a day, and every minute is worth it
DavidStaGr — Google review
We walked round Derwentwater anticlockwise from Keswick. Its a ten mile walk on mainly flat road so isnt too strenuous and the scenery is absolutely stunning. It took around 5 hours to walk at a fairly steady pace, we did it in trainers quite easily so walking boots aren't necessary. Well worth the effort.
Alison James — Google review
The day that we visited Lake Derwentwater was really sunny. The lake was really beautiful. There is a large grass area perfect for picnics. This is a place that you must take photos of.
Priyangen Mangalaruban — Google review
We walked all round this beautiful lake the first full day we had in Keswick. Well worth the aching legs...
M. R. Parkins — Google review
Definitely worth a walk, it's even possible to catch a boat and walk different areas of the lake. The views are spectacular and change all year round. There is a good path from Keswick to Friars Crag that is suitable for wheel chair access.
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Gretna Green is a town in the Scottish Highlands and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Scotland. The town is known for its attraction of wedding venues with a symbolic anvil and coach museum, restaurant and bar. The Blacksmiths Restaurant Bar has a self-service option as well as Smiths at Gretna Green hotel which sells souvenirs and has a gift shop.
It was beautiful and amazing! You can feel the history as you walk through the stairs and look out the windows. Be sure to check out the walls and military museum. The gift shop is really nice too and worth checking out!
Avagayil Wallen — Google review
An amazing must-go attraction when visiting Scotland. There are toilets, cafés and a big souvenir shop that sells a variety of things. Although it is famous for runaway marriage in the old days, there are still many people coming here to get married (as we saw groups of properly dressed people coming to attend the wedding ceremony). It's a place that could make people feel loved and happy.
Cheri Choi — Google review
Stopped here on the way back from Scotland. Beautiful sunny day. Plenty of people getting married. Two in, two out. Lovely horses and carriage. Food on site a little expensive but ok. Outside table were a little dirty and not cleared up very quickly. Staff were friendly and offered our dog water.
john bentham — Google review
The Famous Gretna Green I think everyone should pay a visit to this charming place in stunning Scotland at list once in their lifetime.
Very touristy place but definitely worth a visit.
Lovely little shops where you can buy some fine Scotish whisky.
Also its a famous place to get married 😀
muddy_laces — Google review
For me it’s a handy place to stop off heading in either direction from the motorway as an electric car driver I usually find that the charger here is unoccupied more often than not. Large grassy area to the rear to exercise the dogs and the grounds are well maintained. I enjoyed watching all the bird life there today as well.
Brian Muir — Google review
Always wanted to go and just never had the time. Now in my retirement I just had to go on the way back from Scotland. I had herd so much of the stories my father would tell me him being a Scot now I have been I was not disappointed it is of course very modern now and of course very commercial as u expected but what a nice place very romantic and very special please if you haven’t been you must go
Stuart Mitchell — Google review
Always somewhere to visit when I come to Scotland and stay overnight at Gretna, before going up to the Highlsnds. Staff always friendly. Gift stocks a bit depleted this time and prices on some things a bit high. Buy worth a visit.
Ian Jarrett — Google review
We only stopped off for a cuppa and toilet break. Beautiful place with interesting artwork /sculptures in the yard. Glad we dropped in. Lovely brief interlude
Christine Slater — Google review
Very touristy and a bit pricey. Lots of expensive Scotish items for sale. Some nice jewellery. Nice buildings. Cafe was clean and reasonably priced for a tourist hot spot. Friendly staff and clean toilets. Free entry.
Widey xyz — Google review
We had a lovely time 'tying the knot' at Gretna. The lady that did our ceremony was lovely, friendly, helpful & took time to answer our questions, it was a really memorable experience. We had afternoon tea & explored the shops. Yes it isn't cheap, it's quite commercial & busy but nevertheless we still enjoyed ourselves & it's basically what you make it. What do you expect with somewhere that's so steeped in tradition it attracts lots of interest worldwide. The staff were all helpful & friendly, the afternoon tea was pretty good too. Not sure it's worth multiple visits but as a one off or anniversary it's a must for Love.
Dan Dan — Google review
We can't recommend Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop enough! We got married here last week, and the staff were all fantastic, and we had the most magical day!
We visited the Gretna Green experience the day before our wedding, and we loved finding out about the history of the building that we were going to get married in!
We also enjoyed the food in the restaurant and received excellent service from Ewan.
Leanne Rossin — Google review
Went there with a coach party.
We all had afternoon tea which included tea and scones.
The on-site shops were well stocked.
The Piper was in attendance playing a variety of tunes, he was cheerful and approachable. He was wearing the Black Stuart tartan.
There were a number of statues in the grounds reading for photo shoots .
The on-site shops were well stocked, there was a bit of a sale at the time
A very pleasant place to visit, it is no longer a spot on the map
Nigel Robinson — Google review
On a quiet weekday the place was very quiet. Lots of parking and room to wander round. Some parts were shut and we didn't get into the actual marriage room. The cafe only served machine coffee and this was lukewarm. Not impressed at £13+ for 2 coffees, 1 tea . 2 pieces of flapjack and a bag of crisps.
Liz Armstrong — Google review
Beautiful place. Wasn't sure what to expect but blown away with how it's all set out. You have to go in every shop as they all have something different. Go see the Blacksmiths museum, its a must. We also saw a wedding which was the icing on the cake.
Angie Moon — Google review
Nice place to stop and enjoy an ice cream and watch the weddings being held like an assembly line 😆.
Nice open space green good for picnics, a Love Maze to keep you occupied for 20mins.
Lots of retail opportunities should you wish to induldge.
Tahir Anwar — Google review
National Holidays did a stop here on way home was busy in cafe and shops but still lovely to have a walk around saw 1 wedding! Piper was amazing too
Lesley Clayton — Google review
Had a lovely afternoon here at Gretna Green. We had the handfasting blessing. The setting and service conducted by the lovely lass Hope. She made the the whole experience for my wife and I very special. Xx. Will remember that day xx thank you to to the chap in the shop the bagpipe player and the lady in the office. You all made our day. Xx thank you xx yours sincerely Steve and Annie and Luna xx
STEVE SINGLETON — Google review
Good place to visit we stopped on the way to Banff.
Very interesting shops and some bargains to be had also a good food hall.
And don't forget the piper and the weddings.
paul dalton — Google review
We checked first that dogs were allowed and it said they were except in the food hall so we drove up so we could look around. Once we arrived we found all the shops had no dogs allowed posters on the doors but we got lucky with the big Scottish shop as the lass told us we could go in with ours (would never leave them outside). We spent quite a bit in there getting presents and was a lovely shop. The two lasses were so friendly and helpful too.
Unfortunately that's were the good part ended. We ate outside, as obviously had our dogs, so had to go in separately to get our food. I had eaten mine before my partner got back and it really wasn't great. The chips were mostly not cooked through and yet this wasn't early when we got there. That night we were both unwell and could only put it down to the food we ate there. A real shame. We did see 3 couples getting married whilst we were there and the place is lovely. Obviously caught them on a bad day but we wouldn't go again.
Claire Nolan — Google review
I used to love this place it was always the first and last glimpse of all things Scottish at the start and end of trips over the border but now it's become a soulless corporate enterprise. The actual Blacksmith shop and outer area are still lovely and traditional and of course it's in a beautiful setting but it's no longer a good shopping and dining experience.
Deborah Young — Google review
Wow what an incredible bit of history tucked away. And still operating like the times of old. Excellent layout loads do shopping opportunities, great food and such lovely staff. Highly recommend this location for a day out or go big and get married here. Many photo opportunities.
zane cohen — Google review
We stopped off there only for coffee and walk the pooches. Very busy. Plenty of parking. Areas for dogs. Gift shops and restaurant. There was even Bagpipes being played.
Julie Powell — Google review
This was such a find. I had no idea of the history behind Gretna Green. We did the experience, which was £6.95 for an adult and was worth every penny. Full of history and how legislation changed marriage, together with some personal accounts and stories. It was beautifully presented.
Very friendly service from staff too.
There are several shops, a restaurant and an outdoor area with a maze and play area for children.
It's a really special place and truly worth a visit.
Andy T — Google review
Great place to visit. There is such a rich history of Gretna Green and the Famous Blacksmith Shop. Fantastic experience would definitely recommend visiting if in Scotland.
Stewart Hall-Smith — Google review
We got married here on the 22/03/2024 and we had a magical experience from start to finish. The day was absolutely perfect. Thank you to all the staff who were fantastic!
We are so glad we chose this venue and would highly recommend to anyone thinking about marrying here xxx
Lesley — Google review
Very touristic place with posh shops. Dogs are nowhere allowed. Only the "experience" is worthwhile (but you have to pay for the entrance). You even cannot visit the old Black Smit Shop (because of all the weddings going on). So, a place to visit only once and never again. If it is not on your route for your vacation, don't go there.
M vW — Google review
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Headless Cross, Gretna Green, Gretna, DG16 5EA, United Kingdom
The cathedral of Carlisle is a small Gothic building that features finely decorated choir stalls from the 15th century. The building was badly damaged in the English Civil War and only part of the nave remains.
Beautiful. Traditional Stunning architecture and decor. Steeped in history. Loved our visit here. Cafe in the grounds. Toilet facilities. Wheelchair access etc Well worth a visit and right round the corner from town centre which is full of little places to eat, gift store and bars.
Caz Bitz — Google review
We were greeted by a friendly guide who gave us a five minute pocket guide to the Cathedral which was well worthwhile.
This is an interesting building in that there is a definite break between the two architectural styles of Norman and Gothic.
The Treasury in the new crypt is also impressive.
Allow about 30 minutes for a visit.
We happily gave the £3 suggested donation.
Jocelyn Twose — Google review
Wonderful cathedral, a must visit if in Carlisle. Quite dark inside but it was off-peak times and during the day so understandable. Very helpful members of staff around the building to answer any questions.
Sekhmet — Google review
Fantastic day. Did not realise that a new cafe had been built here about 5 years ago. Sympathetically designed and greatly enhances the visitor experience. Will now be a regular haunt for us. There was a concert rehearsal so great to listen to this.
Julia King — Google review
A very impressive and well designed Cathedral. Every single thing in the church is beautifully detailed and well kept. Every person there was lovely and very helpful. One of the better UK cathedrals I've been to.
Ellie Clayton — Google review
Carlisle cathedral is Beautiful. Lovely atmosphere feeling as you go in. The people were singing. Free to go in. You can leave a donation when your visit is finished. Light a candle 🕯 for your love ones. ❤️ lots to look at and enjoy your visit.
Robert Clelland (Rab) — Google review
Beautiful church. Its beautiful Inside the church, with a stunning architecture. You get a pocket guide which explains everything about the church. It is not open for visit on Sundays but you can enter for free on all other days. There are many stained glass windows with murals. The altar and the woodworks within the altar is stunning. The ceiling seems to be newly painted with stars in blue background which was really cool to look at. Organ pipes were stacked in the walls outside a hidden chamber and the guide explained that they will be played only during service.
Over all stunning and peaceful place.
Jithin S Mankad — Google review
Breathtakingly beautiful inside. Stained glass is wonderful, and the wood carvings in the choir are just incredible. There are some interesting panels depicting the lives of various saints scattered around the cathedral, so be sure to take in all the details before leaving. If you're visiting the city this is a must-see!
okay, this is epic — Google review
Great little cathedral. It was beautiful, and enough to see but not overwhelming like some some other, larger cathedrals. The staff were very friendly and they have a nice laminated guide to point out key things to see in the church with a quick description. Worth checking out
Madelyn Mattern — Google review
Absolutely stunning cathedral set back slightly from the main shopping area (I expected it to be further away like the castle), boasting the largest full flowing stained glass window in the uk and the cloisters ceiling. From the minute you enter the ground it takes your breath, and the more you look the more you see, like the fist sized gargoyle carvings all around the window rims and intricate details of everything.
Upon entering (this happened the first time but not the second as the lady looked busy with guests) I was given a laminated paper with info and ‘what’s where’ drawings on however it’s very easy to navigate without.
The cathedral is free however you are able if desire to give a donation of any amount. The recommended is £4.
Downstairs is a small “museum” of sorts.
The place is definitely worth a visit and pass an hour unless you take time to sit and reflect or simply marvel. The grounds have other interesting places and a coffee shop which is a tad on the expensive side but it’s what id expect given location.
If you do visit, make sure you use the mirror below the ceiling for a better look at it, it really is something special.
Also if you take the time to read the history it is an even more interesting place. Overall a very well preserved, peaceful, beautiful, astounding place.
Leanne Harrison — Google review
Absolutely well worth a visit. Just don't miss it if you can. Free entry but donation welcome. Also a very nice little coffee shop for a break. Will be going again when in Carlisle
John Andrew Hodgkinson — Google review
This was a huge red sandstone building that had evolved over the last 900 years and looks like a lot of the ornamental stonework was replaced recently. Outside there were the remains of the original Augustinian cloisters and a nice cafe area and inside I was almost the only visitor. There were a few original Norman features and some amazing medieval paintings too.
The ceiling had been repainted in the 1860’s and really added to the serenity of the building. There was a lot of magnificent stained glass and also regimental colours, now faded and darkened. Moving with the times the cathedral had contactless donation terminals which was a great idea as I had no cash.
Marcus Hurley — Google review
Beautiful cathedral. We came to sign the Queen's Book of Condolence. We had a look around at some of the beautiful architecture and artefacts. Well worth a look around.
karen hopkins — Google review
Free to visit. Very welcoming. Beautiful stained glass windows. Wonderful ceiling full of stars. Lovely Cafe. Go and visit if you can.
Nic Dorset — Google review
An attractive cathedral with a stunning interior, situated in well kept grounds. Highlights include the beautiful starlight ceiling, magnificent stained glass east window and medieval painted panels.
The helpful staff are happy to answer questions, or provide information sheets to guide you around the cathedral. The treasury exhibition is highly informative and houses an impressive collection of artefacts.
Accessibility is very good and there's no charge to visit, but donations are welcomed to help maintain the cathedral. The grounds are well worth a look, with ruins of the Augustinian priory. There's also a well staffed café on site serving lunch and refreshments.
The cathedral is open between 07:30 and 18:30 Monday to Friday, and until 17:00 on weekends.
Andrew Thomas — Google review
Beautiful. I was lucky enough to be there when there was an organist playing. It was breathtaking.
The star ceiling is unbelievable, so pretty. There are deckchairs to sit in and marvel at the stars.
The staff are lovely and helpful.
Not a massive building, but it's absolutely beautiful
Lynn Thompson — Google review
Must see when in Carlisle. Loads of history. There’s also a nightly choir and organ recital. I missed this but would be so great to see an hear in this amazing cathedral.
Brandt Tracey — Google review
We stopped to grab a bite on our way to Edinburgh. Then we decided we would visit the cathedral. Nice bit of local history and architecturally sound. We spent a few hours here. They have a quest for the kids as well. The volunteers engaged well with adults and kids alike.
Tarun Bharadwaj Natam — Google review
No tickets required to enter the church. It was a beautiful visit and there are guides in the church whom you can ask questions. Once your visit is over there is a cafe inside to take a break. When you exit the church you can give a donation voluntarily.
Jen — Google review
The cathedral is really pretty, not big but interesting and worth seeing.
Read about the story of the stars on the ceiling.:) Free entrance, easy to reach, right in the city centre, it takes a few minutes to visit.
Aurelia Ghenuche — Google review
Excellent!! Don't know how the folks of old managed to climb the steps, so narrow, with all their kit on. Brilliant place to visit
Nigel Gardner — Google review
Worth visiting when exploring Carlisle. Free entry, of course, a donation is always appreciated. The visitor shop has some great items available to purchase
Carl Whittle — Google review
A must see when you're in the area. As you enter, immediately on your left there's a rune engraving in the wall, very peculiar to find something like that in a cathedral. The blue ceiling and the organs are quite something. Do go down to the treasury, there are very beautiful items.
Windermere is a large, glacial-fed lake located in the north end of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. It's popular for its scenic views, beautiful mountain peaks and pretty villages surrounding it. It's also a great place to go swimming, boating and fishing.
Lovely views, different parts to explore and also have alittle fair for the children. Plenty of places to eat but will cost you alittle, deffinetly worth packing a picnic as there is plenty of green spaces to have a lovely picnic. We went on the boat ride which was lovely experience, plenty of boats to ride and easy to book, as well as lovely staff. Parking took us a little looking around but eventually found a spot, easy to pay through a app or by cash. Toliets you have to pay for, they do have a free on hidden within the park area.
Love Honestly — Google review
💙___𝐀𝐖𝐄𝐒⭕𝐌𝐄___💙 place in the UK 🇬🇧 😎. I 100% recommend visiting this place. You can relax here. Your mind will be fresh by the natural environment. Get extra clothes for swimming 🏊♂️ in the water. And take swimming sandals. 🏊♂️ I love this place. Wonderful place. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧
Sda Rasel — Google review
Beautiful lake, wonderful cruise despite the rainy weather.
You can take dogs on the ship, the ship's crew gave our dogs snacks.
We left the car in the parking lot at the train station where we started our day.
Sylwia Hukowska — Google review
Beautiful lake and beautiful surroundings.
Such a shame about the pot holed roads and the amount of traffic though. A few buildings in desperate need of some tlc too.
Chris — Google review
Beautiful lake,the view can dissolve in the souls of seekers of nature,every fathom produces the upper ripples make the sense in the creative birth of natural phenomena when ferry moves,side by side historical buildings on the bank letting everyone why the lake is important,business and the people way of living give immense understanding of nature and it's creation.
Paul Inbaraj Pillai — Google review
The lake itself is a fine example of natural beauty. It's the largest lake in England, apparently. It was lovely to get on a boat and explore it. The surrounding area of the lake, particularly in Bowness-on-Windermere, leaves a little to be desired.
Parking is very difficult, first finding a space, then queuing at insufficient machines that are also ancient. For me it's one of those where it's nice to visit once, but not somewhere I'd be rushing to return to.
Dal — Google review
Amazing scenery! Could rival most similar places in the World !! It is a tricky drive in a car as the roads are narrow and winding but we managed it in a motorhome and it was definitely worth it
Lisa Kirk — Google review
Lovely lake with stunning scenery. You can choose a variety of boat trips to explore the lake and scenery. There are public toilets and plenty of parking located close by. There are also a variety of museums, shops, cafes and pubs.
Barbara Bowen — Google review
Bowness on Windermere is lovely and lots to eat,drink and see. Would recommend The Ro Hotel as plenty parking and handy for town.
Barbara Harrigan — Google review
Absolutely beautiful area, locals are really nice and helpful. Weather was beautiful when i went. Really advise everyone to prebook restaurants, cafes or activities as its mobbed this time of year. Everything is in walking distance too 👍
Reiss Adams — Google review
Perfect lake scenery. What can I say to the Great Lake District? Anyway too many tourists along the harbours for boat hiring makes it somehow crowded and deducted the lakes quietness a bit in my humble opinions.
Jack Kwong — Google review
Beautiful place in Lake District,
Tourist attraction and boat hire and cruise booking. We took cruise tickets and enjoyed a trip and see nearby attraction from the cruise in the lake, kids enjoy the cruise and beautiful views and capture many photos.
Majid Khan — Google review
Such a lovely place, we have visited it on our trip to the Haven holiday park located in Lake District. Very peaceful and every single person we have meet been so friendly to us. A place well worth to go to and explore.
Andrzej Papiewski (Daemonum) — Google review
A direct bus route from Kendal to Windermere is available, offering passengers a scenic and aesthetically pleasing journey. The locale boasts exceptional beauty and tranquility, particularly noted during a March visit. Despite the chilly weather, the snow-clad mountains enhanced the visual experience. A brief ascent of a modest hill afforded a commendable panoramic view. Regrettably, time constraints prevented a comprehensive hike, a consideration for subsequent visits
Shipra Joshi — Google review
Largest lake in the district- beautiful
Take the regular tourist boats to all the stops - they give info along the way.
Bob Hope — Google review
I have visited Lake Windermere two times during the winter. The first time was in 2021 and the second was in the first week of 2024.
Lake Windermere is huge and is great for wild swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking.
Angus Davidson — Google review
Nice place. Good value parking. Stream nearby was nice and pleasant. Lake view from hilltop was excellent
A K — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous views from the museum and honest pretty much anywhere that you stop around the lake.
I have not visited since I was a child and really enjoyed just sitting and taking in the scenery.
As with a lot of Cumbria if you visit on dry days it's stunning.
Chris Robinson — Google review
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I'll never travel to York without this trip planner again
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction is a family-friendly attraction that takes visitors on an interactive journey through some of the world's most beloved stories written by British author Beatrix Potter. The exhibit includes a recreation of the English countryside complete with sights, sounds and smells from the tales.
Really good museum. Love the displays and story.
The only thing I would say even though it is wheelchair accessible, in places it is very tight and dark. Furthermore, the attraction exit is especially tight and the slope outside the entrance is very steep just be careful.
Nick Wisdom — Google review
What a magical place. At the entrance I didn't expect much but once inside I was surprised. It was full of beauty and imagination magic. The scenes are put together well and lots of information around the trail.
There is a children's activity booklet that is free and worth doing. Lots of questions and quizzes to help keep the children engaged.
My only improvement would be the attraction could do with being in a bigger setting as was only small and compact.
Ann M — Google review
If you grew up with Beatrix Potter books & stories then you would find this place interesting. My Mrs & 7yo daughter loved it, I was bored. Being half term we expected it to be busy, queued for 45 minutes. I recommend that you get there early as the nearby car park was practically full by 10:40. A bit claustrophobic in places. Spent about an hour there , personally I would rather have saved my £9 . Staff were good & friendly. Seafarers chip shop opposite does nice fish & chips. You can’t buy tickets in advance neither
Gary Read — Google review
Absolutely mesmerizing. A more immersive adventure through a whimsical and enchanting storybook world it would be hard to find, even at fancy expensive Disney amusement parks. If you have any appreciation for the idyllic and ethereal rural landscapes of bygone days, and you probably do if you're in the Lake District, come here. It is one of the most imaginative and whimsical places I have seen lately, playful without being extravagant or gaudy. The sensory details here are nothing short of remarkable: frogs on spinning lily pads, small and cozy houses among the lakes and burbling streams, even a canopy of russet autumn leaves accompanied by chattering squirrels. Walking through this place feels like being transported back to the unadorned, winsome curiosity and sincerity of old folklore and fable.
Joshua Fagan — Google review
We had a great visit a few weeks ago. A place of wonder and imagination, bringing back memories of the stories as a child... We highly recommend going and exploring The World of Beatrix Potter. No complaints... We got some good tips for plants from the friendly gardener too!
Edward James Turrall — Google review
A wonderful place to indulge yourself in the classic Petter Rabbit and other lovely stories by Beatrix Potter
The attraction begins with a short film introducing the life of Beatrix Potter and her connections with the Lake District, followed by the vivid characters depicted in her stories. These story settings are relatively in a small scale but delicate.
The electronic panels next to the sets help visitors explore more about the character. However, some are broken and not yet repaired for use.
Hao-Ting Chuang — Google review
Fantastic experience with our family and three year old grandson. He was transfixed by all the displays and loved every single minute of our visit. We also had tickets to Peter Rabbit’s birthday party in the theatre which was also very, very, very enjoyable. The cast were fantastic and engaged with all the children in the audience. We also had lunch in the cafe which was fab too.
Steve Booth — Google review
This attraction in the Lake District celebrates everything about Beatrix Potter – the 20th century English author and illustrator who is best known for her imaginative children’s books, the most famous of all being The Tale of Peter Rabbit. She wrote 23 books in total. Well worth a visit with the family or even solo. Friendly staff and well priced gifts. Lovely garden too!
Jo Webber — Google review
Adults will gain as much pleasure from visiting here as children will. My husband and I spent almost 2 hours walking through the amazing scenery and underground world of these animals. Some families were moving through more quickly but we were admiring all the attention to tiny detail eg a teeny blanket for a life size mouse had been hand stitched! Half way round you walk through the small, but utterly charming, outdoor garden of Mr McGregor before continuing your journey. Absolutely delightful. The cafe was very good - cheese scone & home made soup, tea, coffee & lemon drizzle cake, all made by the cook. We thought it was good value for money and a wonderful place to visit.
Arlene Harris — Google review
Great few hours of fun! Learned a lot about the world of Beatrix Potter that I never knew. Staff were very friendly and nice. Only took a star off as 2 interactive screens were broken. Otherwise great attraction especially with toddler aged kids.
Kevin McAuley — Google review
We really enjoyed it here! It is laid out really well. The characters are dotted all over the place and some are hidden away that you have to spot.
The garden area is very pretty and well maintained. Although it is quite small lots of effort is put into making it look fantastic. We would definitely recommend!
Karl Venus — Google review
Such a lovely little experience! I wasn’t really sure what it included but was so surprised by the level of detail and effort! You first watch a short film about Beatrix Potter before taking a walk through essentially the world she created! It was absolutely stunning and very interesting! I also found the gift shop to be very well priced! Highly recommend for anyone who is Beatrix Potter fan, young or older 😊
Gem Leanne — Google review
Went when I was a child over 10 years ago, but it still carries the same charm and whimsy it did then! Beautiful soundtrack as you walk round, interactive screens that compliment the models and props nicely, as well as an adorable garden (it was also nicely air conditioned).
Shannon Burnside — Google review
As an adult without I absolutely enjoyed visiting this attraction. Basically it’s just a walkthrough with scenes inspired by Beatrix Potter books. It is very well made and immersive with sounds and smells. It’s not for everyone I guess but I really loved it. I was just a bit confused by why there was a Peter Rabbit character taking pictures with people outside the attraction but the staff told me you had to pay extra money or something. It was a bit awkward but other than that this attraction is really amazing and magical.
Melanie Mengüs — Google review
We had our lunch at cafe in the shop. The highlight was definitely Afternoon Tea. The teapot looked decent too. I’d suggest Picnic Basket better coming with a basket 🧺
Teki Chan — Google review
I love it here! I went for the first time when I was really small but visited again as an adult with my best friend. Gorgeous displays and a cosy atmosphere, and when we went you could take home radish seeds to plant. Very cute and a nice gift shop.
Jess — Google review
This is a wonderful place! Full of excitement and fun for people of all ages.
I would highly recommend popping in to see the story of Beatrix Potter if you are nearby and looking for an hour or so of fun.
There is a cafe and plenty of toilet facilities.
The place caters to all walking abilities and those otherwise bound to other mobility devices.
Don't forget to look at the cute badger! Although you can't buy any badger memorabilia......
FlapJack_Matt — Google review
I thought that it had a decent amount of Peter Rabbit models including Mr McGregor's garden and greenhouse. They also included a kids activity book that my daughter was very interested in. I think overall it is a great place to bring your kids for some fun.
Mark Caruso — Google review
Very good as shows parts of her life and her superb books. Great time with my friend's family.
Dark Rose — Google review
I'll be honest I've only been slightly exposed to the stories (and the films) and didn't quite know what to expect from 'the attraction'. What a delight. Life size models of the characters bringing the Potter world to life (except they don't move). You can't help but admire the effort gone into each one. Plenty of details at youngster height to entertain also.
Paul MJ Stone — Google review
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Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BX, United Kingdom
Williamson Park is a popular place for residents and visitors to relax in Lancaster. The park has lovely forest walks and views of the Lakeland mountains to the west and the Forest of Bowland to the east. There is also a cafe with coastal views.
Lovely park, well kept and clean. Plenty of space and play areas for the children. Take a look at the Aston Memorial while you're there. Loads of paths and walks to complete.
sam morrow — Google review
Great Park with an interesting bit of history in the memorial building that stands proudly above Lancaster. A butterfly house. A mini zoo! Two great children's play areas. Lots of lovely forest walks and open spaces too! Oh a great cafe serving good food!
Veronica Thomas — Google review
Such a beautiful park with lots to do. The view from the top is incredible and the walk up the many steps of the Ashton memorial is well worth it.
There is a cafe and butterfly house to the rear of the memorial and there are several sets of swings/play areas throughout the park.
The adjoining woodland and lakes are also great to walk through and we enjoyed our visit, even though it was raining.
A stunning place.
Christopher Lewis — Google review
Williamson Park in Lancaster is a great place to take the family with lots to do. There are playgrounds, cafe, iconic Ashton Memorial, butterfly house and mini zoo. It's a perfect retreat for nature lovers and a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life 😀
Grant Brookes — Google review
It's an amazing place to hangout in a bright sunny day. People of all age would enjoy the place. Kids would especially love the the butterfly park along with small mammal park, reptile house and avian park.
Shrestha Bhowmik — Google review
It was good to visit and had been meaning to go for a while with my son. We were near the area and the weather was good so we headed down. It's a nice park but does need to spend some money on the over 8's play area. Very basic climbing frames and just a zip line was all there was for him. I do like that the park is on multiple levels/hills which makes it different to many others I've been to. The small mammals section I don't feel is worth the extra money
Simon Greenhalgh — Google review
Just great! It was a sunny lovely morning.
The park is very well mantained and clean! You can walk your dog, take your childrens to the playground, have a picnic and even do exercise, all with a great view of the city!!
Sonia H. — Google review
Great day out for a walk with family and dogs. Never went in the butterfly house, but will next time we go. Stopped off for coffee and tea. The ducks on the pond are a most to see and hear.
Sandra Archibald — Google review
Plenty to do here, the mini zoo and butterfly experience is brilliant for what it is and good value for money. Cafe and gift shop nice and you can get brilliant views across to Morecambe from the higher areas of the Park. Decent sized car park that was well priced. Ashton Memorial is obviously the main attraction here and focal point.
Daniel Booth — Google review
Absolutely fantastic park in Lancaster!
Including Ashton memorial which is brilliant and it really makes you say wow each time you see it!
The park itself is fantastic and has something for everyone, lovely views over Lancaster, loads of walks, wildlife and fauna!
There's places to sit, a little lake with ducks, loads of trees that are fantastic, places to birdwatch and take the dog, a cafe with a huge menu both food and drinks, a butterfly house. It's a place we visit everytime were in Lancaster without fail, add it to your list you won't be disappointed!
Lee — Google review
Great park for a family walk. Car park size is OK. You can spend hours on walking around woodland walks, there is few playgrounds so kids will also enjoy, cafe, butterfly house and great coast view
Grzegorz Bota — Google review
Beautiful gardens to walk around with our dog. Tea room and toilets also available although we didn't use them. Had a look inside the memorial and enjoyed the views over to Morecombe Bay.
Sara Darby — Google review
Very nice place to visit with kids. Have two places for kids play. Very beautiful surrounding view. You can walk across the park using paths.
Asanka Dambakotuwa — Google review
Passed this do many times going up and down the motorway or from the Priory in Lancaster and finally got to visit. Definitely worthwhile.
Entrance free.
Accessibility:
Good, sloping paths all over, including alternatives to steps.
The site is on a hill, but there are Disabled Car Park Spaces at the top (may be closed for Weddings, so check), and in the lower car park.
Loos, bring your Radar Key.
Car Parking (Pay and Display):
One at the top and one at the bottom.
Free on street parking at different points.
Lots to Do:
Cafe:
Nice food, drinks, inside and outside seating (with a view).
Butterfly House and small Animaks (charge).
Woodland walks, water features, dell's and kids play area.
Toilets:
Lower car park and by the Cafe , Radar Key needed for loos for Disabled.
Nerys Johnson — Google review
enchanting location. great view, lots of greenery, lakes, playground. great for walking and relaxing. there is also a small cafe for tea, chocolate, soup and other snacks with excellent and polite staff. it is must to visit this park.
ergiak — Google review
It's a marvelous park and provides a nice landscape for everyone. The Forest trails caters for the climbers, the children's park caters for the kids and the vast greens caters for spending quality time with families doing picnic and stuff. And if you don't want to do anything just see the view from the Aston Memorial it's amazingly beautiful.
Maimuna Khatoon — Google review
We enjoyed our visit to Williamson Park as there was plenty to see and do to fill the afternoon. The butterfly house and mini zoo were great! The cafe building looked a little shabby on the outside but was popular inside and the children's playground kept us entertained.
Suzannah Higham — Google review
Some serious work needs doing to bring this park up to a decent standard. On a recent walk round, I noticed the pond water encroaching onto the footpath. The pond full of rubbish. Wooden fencing either blown over or pulled down deliberately onto the footpath, causing a hazard to pedestrians. Sign posts covered in algae or moss or gawd knows what. The pebble stone path leading up to the pepper pot with loose or missing pebbles and general untidiness. I've been a regular visitor to this park for years but have never seen it in such a delapidated state. Needs money reinvesting from the Highest point festival and the Dukes open air theatre. A little love and affection from the council and it's 5* from me. I won't hold my breath though!
Declan Kelly — Google review
Something for everybody. A bit hilly but spectacular views from the cafe and monument. Mini zoo great for kids.
Loaded chips to die for in the cafe. Not best for wheelchairs.
Spent over 2 hours here.
Janet Lawson — Google review
There's always been speculation in my family that I may be related to 'the' Ashton of Lancaster, so a delight to enjoy this beautiful park (although couldn't get inside the famous 'memorial' as was closed for weddings - but great to hang out with the flutterbyes, and just means we've an excuse to head back again soon!
adrian ashton — Google review
Lovely park with great views. Path winds through the trees, so it has easy access for pushchairs and wheelchair users, though can be hilly. Has paid parking onsite or very limited street parking. The park has a gated entrance and opening times differer depending on the season.
The park has children's play areas, cafe, and mini animal zoo with butterfly House. To enter the mini zoo costs £4per person, perfect place for families as you can easy get around it if you have limited time, 40 minutes is doable.
Leo — Google review
Nice and clean. Will go back nine the summer. Quite a big place, lots of walking to do.
Darren Mulvanny — Google review
Lovely big park with butterfly house, cafe, two playgrounds and the Ashton Memorial. Lots to do and lots of space for children and dogs.
We really enjoy the outdoor theatre here in the summer, too!!
Woodland resort with a range of lodging options, plus kids' activities, shopping, dining and a spa.
Perfect tranquil location in the forest. Lots of activities to do and a fantastic subtropical swimming pool. Good variety of eating places. Huck's food was tasty and a good atmosphere. Also good cocktails. Bowling and amusement arcade were good too. Brilliant for families to enjoy quality time together. Highly recommend!
Laura Aitken — Google review
We had a great holiday at Center Parcs Whinfell Forest.
The lodge we stayed in was very clean and tidy, with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
We were a 2 minute walk to the village centre which was great.
It can be pricey to do activities and to eat out at Center Parcs, but the food and activities are always good.
Around the village centre everything was clean and all covid safety protocols were in place.
There are a few gift shops and a supermarket on site.
The subtropical swimming paradise was great for all of the family, with slides and rapids, for hours of fun.
There is an outdoor pool which is great, it's a bit slippy on the tiles, but also be aware at this time of year it's freezing outside, so from the door to the pool you will get cold, but the heated pool is great and well worth it.
We saw staff cleaning all the time, they do a great job.
Overall I would definitely recommend this Center Parcs as a great holiday destination, for all the family, young and old.
There are plenty of places to walk, activities indoor and out for you to enjoy.
JJ Dabreo — Google review
Beautiful setting, everywhere nice and clean. Best place to eat (in our opinion) was Huck, friendly staff (Richard W)
The only criticism I have is that they don't seem to promote (on site) any activities, so we missed a lot we feel. Otherwise a great mini break
k winters — Google review
We have had a fantastic break. The activities available were great. Every single member of staff we interacted with were extremely friendly. Great food in the restaurants. We will definitely be back.
The lodge was good overall. However, one issue was the kitchen in the lodge was not very practical. The gas oven was very poor. The shower curtain was far too long. A few basic toiletries like soap for washing hands and extra toilet rolls would be great.
Overall a great break and would highly recommend.
Paul Clark — Google review
Just back from the perfect family break with activities for 3 generations. The lodge was clean and comfortable. Everyone working in the park was friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome - nothing was too much trouble. We all really enjoyed the swimming area and the outdoor and indoor play areas were excellent. We will be back!!
Wendy B — Google review
Amazing place for a holiday and would definitely recommend for it for anyone looking for a holiday. Pool is great and big. The sports is amazing for little kids and adults. Slot of clubs which is good. And rooms are very very big and even the 1 floor house is very big as well as well as the VIP and 2 floored houses. Five ⭐!!!!
James Flynn — Google review
This has been the most magical Christmas holiday ever. Center parcs pulled out all the stops to make it so festive and enjoyable for kids and adults alike. The winter wonderland is worth a visit on its own. The check in experience was good, albeit there were queues to get in which I am told was to be expected. The lodges are spacious and well equipped. It was clean too. We only had a 5 to 10 minute walk to the village centre. We found the swimming really fun, although getting in early was advisable as it gets busy. The on-site shops and restaurants offered plenty of variety. We booked a Santa visit for our little one. It included a present and 2 x photos with Santa. If you have kids, try to get along to see the Santa parade on an evening. In general this is just a lovely place to relax, take a walk and soak up the Christmas vibe. Yes it's not cheap but if you can afford it, I'd highly recommend it
Chris Gill — Google review
Great place for a young family, everything conveniently located (sometimes a bit of a long walk from the outer most cabins) loads of stuff for the kids to do and nice clean facilities. My only dislike was the beds, if you like a firm mattress then your in luck because I have slept on softer floors, nothing like waking up feeling like you have gone 10 rounds in the ring.
michael chapman — Google review
Just back from a 4 night stay. Great place to get together. Well equipped lodge although a wee bit tired. A bit of attention to detail required but all in all a good experience. Nice time of year to go with all the fairy lights. Sport's bar is a nice place to go for food and drinks. Staff throughout the whole park were lovely.
Yvonne McLaughlin — Google review
Had a fabulous time, the pool area was lovely, the spa was amazing definitely recommend a trip there but make sure you book everything in advance because restaurants and activities fill up really quickly. Lodge was lovely but the oven took quite a while to cook everything! Recommend taking the low quality ovens into account when you start cooking, don't wait til you're starving!!
Beth Shepherd — Google review
Had such a wonderful holiday here, really can’t fault it. Lodges were lovely, clean and filled with everything we needed. Staff were always friendly and helpful. Facilities were fantastic - the pool, play parks and walks around the forest could take up all your time (and all are free). Shops were well stocked for anything you would need. We ate out at the lakeside inn and the food was delicious - recommend a burger! Coming back as soon as we can!
David Fotheringham — Google review
The accommodation was first class, and everything was included. We even had a family of ducks visit daily. The staff were amazing, nothing was too much trouble and the swimming pool was really warm, spotlessly clean and great fun. We went with 3 teenagers and they really enjoyed the activities. Definitely a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ star experience despite the rain ☔
Bobbie Dawson — Google review
Had a great visit. Accommodation was fantastic with great facilities.
Rooms were spacious and comfortable.
The fact that cars are parked away from the accommodation is a huge plus. Much safer to be walking and cycling around the park.
Great outdoor play area for the little ones.
The pool was fantastic.
The on site shop was good. Plenty of options and well priced.
Andrew Berry — Google review
Amazing location, all the hype is well deserved. Great cabins, service and activities. Very friendly staff and lovely swimming pool. All you need for a relaxed trip. We went during the week when schools were on so might be a lot busier and hectic during school holidays but still worth it.
David McGregor — Google review
We had a great weekend here. I would however advise booking restaurant slots when booking, before you arrive as they were all fully booked and no delivery service was available so had to buy food from the on site supermarket, which was expensive. Lots of festive things to do. We had an 18month old and an 11 year old and both were entertained. Staff are all very helpful. The lodge was well situated to the main plaza but not too close. Lots of walking and things to see. Great experience. Bit pricy as only swimming area is included in the booking fee. Everything else is extra.
Moyra Black — Google review
It was a fantastic stay We could not fault the accommodation we stayed in one of the tree houses every thing you needed and was spotless so thank you to the cleaning staff. Thank you too the member of center Parcs staff who would come every morning and clean the hot tub and ask if we needed anything nothing was too much trouble (sorry I forgot your name) complementary champagne on arrival? plus gift boxes for the children the forest is amazing and so are the activities
Beverly Chamberlain — Google review
Went for a spa day. Fabulous experience so lovely and relaxing. Fantastic facilities and very friendly staff. You are made to feel very welcome. Spa package was great value
Moo K — Google review
First time at Whinfell and we weren't disappointed.
Such a beautiful setting, especially since cars aren't allowed on site after unpacking.
The swimming pool was busy but great fun for our toddler (and us). Clean and we got a changing room and lockers easily.
The Indian restaurant was fantastic, exceeding expectations with both the food and the service - well worth a visit. The burgers in the sports cafe were also great. Expect to pay more with it being on site.
As this was our first family holiday we had concerns about arrangements for our toddler but needn't have been as the travel cots provided were better than expected (wooden cots) with baby gates at top and bottoms of stairs and the lodge was also well designed for a young family.
Supermarket well equipped and not as pricy as we thought.
We are already looking forward to our next visit.
Stephanie Jones — Google review
Fantastic family week away. We were worried that the covid restrictions would impact on the holiday but they didn't. Booked again for next year as we enjoyed it so much. Love how safe it is for the kids and how the pool keeps everyone entertained from the 3 year old to the 73 year old in the group. Lodges are very clean and the setting is lovely.
Laura Jones — Google review
Been going here since I was a kid! I absolutely love it here. Such an amazing escape and so much to do! So many activities to choose from, villas are always immaculate and the pool is out of this world! All staff in the village are so kind and friendly. Can’t wait to come back!
Jane McGuire — Google review
The park was great, surrounded by woodland, brilliant swimming pool facilities, activities were very expensive and not much suitable for a baby, however there was plenty for older families. Would be nice to have more areas to explore which are not just surrounded by lodges, we expected some trails, but sadly that wasn't the case, makes you feel very trapped within the lodges and facilities.
The room we were allocated was completely unsuitable for a baby. The floors were all hard tile which was a nightmare as our baby kept falling and hitting his head. The touch-sensitive button on the bath kept activating by itself, waking our baby in the middle of the night on multiple occasions. Additionally, the coffee machine did not work and there was a horrible smell of gone off milk on the sofa of the apartment.
We were also informed during our visit by letter that we would have no power all night on the night before departure, which meant we could not charge our phones, use our baby monitor or use lights. This proved very difficult for us to feed or change our baby. We had requested a cot and high chair for our stay, both of which were missing, having to wait around for them to arrive.
There was a lot of noise from the other apartments and corridor which made it very difficult to sleep. There was no dustpan and brush or cleaning equipment of any kind in our room which made tidying up after our little one very difficult.
Very disappointed after raising our issues with Center Parcs to be told that if we wanted something more suitable for a baby, then we should have selected a specific room during booking (for an additional fee). Just another attempt to take more money from you.
James Paylor — Google review
Absolutely beautiful place. Every staff member I came across was just beyond helpful. Had a lovely week here and hope to visit again. Activities were suitable for everyone and we'll priced. Lodge was clean, tidy and well stocked. Any problems were sorted instantly.
Abigail-Jayne Manley — Google review
Great place for a family vacation. Be prepared to be very active this is a huge place with lots to offer.
Try book activities before you arrive as they do get booked up pretty fast. A bike each is a must, I rented from the reception at a good price and a nice bike.
The pool really is very good for the kids and adults alike, plenty of slides and activities.
Nice play parks and nature for the kids to explore:
Dining out was not as expensive as I thought it was going to be also the on-site supermarket not really overpriced.
Chalets were fantastic, with every home comfort you can think of, with the exception of a washing machine.
Everywhere is a bit of a walk or cycle.
Great place and great stay.
Conner Regan — Google review
We had a amazing time at whinfell.
From the minute we arrived we were greeted by a very polite security guard who showed us were to go.
All the staff we dealt with were amazing helpful fun polite. The staff made the break what it was. The kids loved it..
The accommodation was excellent.
We will be going back.
del col — Google review
Beautiful location and great for either a quiet getaway or an activity weekend. Excellent child facilities as well and very family focused. Good restaurants and Cafe Rouge in particular was surprisingly good with amazing staff. The only people who may not find what they're looking for here are solo travellers and romantic couples.
Stuart Somerville — Google review
Really enjoyed our short weekend getaway to Whinfell. Lodge was great, comfy, clean and well serviced, plus great views of Badgers! Bike hire great and super easy. Winter wonderland activities were an added bonus. Enjoyed the pool a lot although they seemed to be having some technical difficulties. We'll be back!
Paula B — Google review
Lovely break away with the family, we loved seeing the red squirrels and pheasants daily. We hired bikes for getting around which was great but it is a bit steep in places which was hard work on the bike. Lovely Christmas activities available to book with children and plenty of lights of an evening to see.
We enjoyed our stay and would come back but during a different season
Nikki Hannah — Google review
For the quality you pay for it is worth the expense. The facilities and variety of activities are excellent for the whole family . There is such a choice of things to do you will be occupied the whole time you are there.
Best to share the cost of lodges with a group of family members and the provision facilities at the lodges is excellent aswell.
We have been a few times over the years and never been disappointed 🙂👍
Phil Rigby — Google review
Whinfell forrest Centre Parks is an incredible place to visit.
The staff on the activities are friendly knowledgeable and very professional. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome. We had an issue with the lodge keys but it was very quickly resolved.
Yes the food and drinks are quite expensive but you don't have to dine out there is plenty of cooking availability with a microwave and oven. The fridge is small but you can get a lot in it. The cupboard space is very adequate.
The swimming pool is amazing and free there are nature walks and plenty of play parks for the children.
We stayed in a 3 bedroom lodge 1 double bed and 4 single beds 2 showers and toilets. Ample seating and the views of the forest with wildlife wandering around. All in all one of the best holidays I've had I can't wait to come next year.
Ian Storey — Google review
I've had a fair number of trips to this site over the years.
The facilities and location are great with the Lake District just down the road.
It has plenty to do, but a lot is at a premium price and is booked up quickly. Some elements, such as the water park are included in the booking cost.
Alistair Rose — Google review
Beautiful forest environment. Well equipped clean lodges. Great infrastructure and support. Swimming pools included and well equipped. Good playgrounds for kids. Dog play areas. Woodland walk’s beautiful. Everything else cheesy and expensive but as expected.
Jon Bee — Google review
We just got back from Center Parcs Whinfell Forest, and wow, it was awesome! First off, the rooms are super cozy and clean. We had a tiny issue with the heating at one point, but the staff were on it like lightning. They sent over a technician who was super friendly and fixed it up quick, no stress at all.
The place is a dream for anyone who loves being outdoors. We went on so many walks and bike rides through the forest, and it was just beautiful. It’s so peaceful, and there are loads of trails to explore.
Food-wise, we were really happy. We ate at Bella Italia, and it was delicious – great spot for a family meal. There’s plenty of choice around, so you’re not stuck eating the same thing every day.
But let me tell you about the Subtropical Paradise Pool – it’s epic! There are slides, loads of swimming spots, and it’s perfect for families. It doesn’t matter if you’ve got little ones or teenagers, there’s something for everyone. We spent so much time in there, just having a blast.
Overall, our trip to Center Parcs Whinfell Forest was top-notch. Great rooms, amazing places to walk and cycle, yummy food, and that pool was the cherry on top. We made a bunch of awesome memories and can’t wait to go back. Totally recommend it if you’re looking for a fun family getaway!
Dillon Pattison — Google review
My wife and I,our three grown up kids and partners and six grandchildren spent three nights in lodges and apartments.It was the best holiday I've ever had spending so much time with the family. The activities for the kids and adults were brilliant and all of the staff were excellent. We'll definitely be going back.
Peter McCrave — Google review
Immediately when pulling in there is a sense of calmness when you're in amongst all of the trees. Check in service is great from the car but line for check in can be long depending on when you arrive.
Center Parcs is fantastic for those with children of any age. Things to see and do with or without a booked activities.
Great overall experience with my wife being gluten intolerant, taken very seriously in all the restaurants and its refreshing that most places have a gluten free menu.
I would recommend booking more then 48 days in advance of your stay to make sure you can book all the activities as closer to the time there can be limited or no booking available for most young children's activities.
We have stayed in the Lakeside apartments twice, clean and tidy studio style apartments. Not luxury but clean and basic.
Car and parking can be a bit of s nightmare when check in is at 4pm on the first day, getting the car, unpacking and going back to the car park. Especially with a tidied toddler. On the flop side it is very nice not having cars on the road during the stay.
Overall it is a great stay and I recommend to all my friends with and without kids for a relaxing UK break. Surrounding area and being close to the Lakes is also a big bonus.
Oli Braithwaite — Google review
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Vindolanda is an archaeological site and museum located in Northumberland, England that showcases the remains of a Roman fort and village. Situated on Hadrian's Wall, this location brings Roman Britain to life with reconstructed turrets and temples. The museum offers an intriguing glimpse into the daily life of a Roman garrison town by exhibiting leather sandals, writing tablets and helmets from the era. Visitors can also explore excavated parts of the fort and town for a truly immersive experience.
Could not recommend going here more! We were going to go for an hour then go for a walk, but we enjoyed it so much we spent a day wandering round, reading every bit of information and soaking in the incredible atmosphere. Even if history really isn't your thing it's so much fun to imagine the site as it was and it is such a stunning location its worth the visit.
Molly Mesher — Google review
Our second visit to Vindolanda did not disappoint. Came to see in better weather as last time a few years back was October and raining. The museum is fantastic. The tour guide Alex was brilliant, very clear, concise and a great sense of humour.
Hazel Currie — Google review
Excellent site. Informative tour guides. You can watch the team excavating the site.
Brilliant museum and cafe on site. Definitely worth a visit. Will probably go back again as there was so much to try and take in.
Chris Willocks — Google review
Amazing day out with the kids and very educational, displays laid out to help with ruins of the buildings. The museum is also definitely worth a visit.
Karl Watkins — Google review
An amazing site. A real jewel for England. Such a large and interesting place. The tour guides are so knowledgeable and interesting. The museum had so many artifacts and the hot soup in the Cafe was delicious. You can easily spend most of the day here. A must see. Make sure you do a guided tour.
Sue Jameson — Google review
Incredible History.
What an amazing place to visit. Being able to walk around these ancient ruins is a brilliant experience, but to then see what the archaeologists have dug up in the museum is just stunning; leather shoes, letters, weapons etc. This is so worth a visit.
Iwan Lewis — Google review
A wonderful archaeological dig site on a Roman military fortress and the village that grew up immediately outside its gates.
There is so much of interest to see here, including the reconstruction of both a wooden and a stone watch tower, a small temple and the superb museum, where so many of the finds are displayed.
Rich B — Google review
Managed to attend a guided tour and really enjoyed it. Well worth a visit , the museum was particularly of interest to me, and the canteen provided some welcome refreshments in a lovely garden .
Bill Crawford — Google review
We visited this attraction today, and it really was like stepping back in time. There is so much history here, and the site has done a wonderful job of preserving and displaying what they have found.
It was an absolutely beautiful day to go visit as the weather was gorgeous.
The only thing I would suggest is maybe making the parking a bit closer to the exhibit. It was a bit of a hike for this tired, nearly 60 year old. I'm just saying!!
Other than the parking, I highly recommend this place for everyone.
Debra Doser — Google review
Excellent! Well worth the visit Take your time wandering the ruins. Head down the hill to the cafe and outstanding museum. Very informative, loads of seating to rest/listen & nice facilities.
If you have a disabilty or difficulty walking for 1600 meters or cannot walk uphill for long periods of time (although there is some seating for rest along the way), ask the museum staff where you can pick up your passenger or park close to the museum entrance.
Great visit!! Pictures I have taken do not properly serve this wonderful site.
Lisa Cooper Colvin — Google review
Nice visit to a very historical site, a great place to wander around for all ages.
Very informative and interesting Museum full of Roman artifacts from the site.
Toilets and a cafe on site.
Admission fee 10% discount for English Heritage members.
Three car parks on site, they probably fill quickly in summer.
Quite a narrow and steep lane to access location, so be prepared.
Marcus Williams — Google review
I recommend one listens to podcasts, or reads up on the place before visiting. That will give you a better appreciation of the awesome archaeological work in progress that it is.
Easy to get to by bus.
Great volunteer guide presentation.
Grownups, allow 5 hours. It would be horrible to have to rush though all the things that there are to see and do.
Anthony King — Google review
We visited on a Sunday in mid-June.
It was easy to find and car parking was easy because it was quiet on our arrival at 11am.
We pre-booked tickets as we thought that we would visit this site and the Roman Museum.
We thought that it was a little bit expensive until we moved away from the archaeological site and experienced the indoor and outdoor museums. These really helped explain the dig site and made it a day to remember.
We had lunch at the cafe. Very nice people gave us very nice food 😊
Not sure that we felt short-changed by not visiting the Roman museum on the second-half of our ticket.
Rich Witte — Google review
Utterly astounding. The ruins of Vindolanda are incredible and this is only a small fraction of what was actually there. The museum has some incredible artifacts on display that give a genuine human connection to the people who lived at Vindolanda. If you have an interest in history this is a must see.
S O — Google review
Our second visit to Vindolanda, I find it fascinating on how advanced the Romans were. I would advise purchasing the guide book, there are several centuries of occupation on this site and this can make it difficult to interprate, when looking at the remains. There was a live archeology dig at the time of our visit, there are also two living archeology experiments on going in terms of an example of recreated mile castle and wall, both in timber and stone, the museum is breathtaking in terms of finds and their preservation. Well worth a visit.
Andrew “Andy” Maclean — Google review
An amazing place, so fascinating, the museum too is one of the best I’ve been too!!! Well laid out and put together
Millie Coffey — Google review
An amazing place to visit if you have any interest in Roman history and the Roman rule of Britain. Good facilities, the cafe was nice, the museum was excellent and the displays were well done. The site itself is a must see. Very quiet in February during the week.
Thomas Armstrong — Google review
This is a great place for something different and to learn some history. The ruins are presented wonderfully with signposts telling you what different areas were used as and even audio posts telling you history. The museum is more extensive than I expected. It was quiet when we visited and we had a great day out.
Eilidh Black — Google review
Always loved history at school, so this was a no brainer. What a historical site, plenty to see, ruins, artifacts & a tour guide if needed. Had a wonderful day of history. Would definitely recommend for all the family.
Andrew Haselup — Google review
Very interesting remains of a Roman settlement. So much more to see here than I imagined. The ruins have informative signage indicating what were the homes, baths, latrines, tavern, military buildings and granaries etc. There is a wonderful museum exhibiting the finds from the site and a lovely cafe. Well worth visiting.
Jan H — Google review
A beautiful experience ! The guide was very informative and explained the site so well, that you could imagine what it would have been like all those years ago.
Even without the guides and array of different tours you can hop in and out of, the site is well looked after and fun to look around. Definitely for kids and adults alike, it has something for everyone here. Because footfall was not heavy in October, it was very peaceful.
The mini museum is such a bonus, and the cafe at the back has the most awesome decor in the style of ancient Roman times.
Loved it !
Elise Freshwater-Blizzard — Google review
What an amazing site, and a great insight into the Roman empire in the north of England.
Thousands of artefacts on display in the museum are definitely worth seeing.
The actual fort and Roman village remains are awesome to see too.
Plenty of parking.
The cafe is also nice for light lunches too.
Toilets are also available.
The gift shop will have something for every budget.
The book shop is also a must for avid readers for all things Roman.
Definitely worth the money.
Saver tickets can be bought for the sister site at the Roman army museum just along the road.
Housesteads Roman Fort, also known as Vercovicium, is an English Heritage Site located in Northumberland. This tourist attraction comprises the ruins of an auxiliary fort built from stone in AD 124 during the Roman occupation of Britannia, shortly after Hadrian's Wall was completed. It was the first fortress established in the region and is now home to a visitor centre, museum and guides dressed in period costumes.
Great place to visit. Fantastic Roman Fort with a museum of all the artefacts found on site. Lots of information boards describing each area and what it was used for. The staff are all so friendly and knowledgeable. When we visited there was an art exhibition on site which was fabulous. Free for English Heritage and National Trust members although you still have to pay for parking, which cost us £4. There's a cafe on site with cakes, pastries and hot and cold drinks. The site is also dog friendly. It's worth putting on some good waterproof shoes with decent grips.
Neil Smith — Google review
Lovely little history lesson in the visitor center and info boards walking in the ruins.
You can walk along the wall for a while in both directions, something I'll be doing more of when the days get longer.
Robert Carmichael — Google review
Had a great time visiting this Roman Fort. Excellent day out. Great museum & coffee shop. I was a little disappointed that some people decided not to pay and just enter the Fort via the North Gate side of the Hadrian's wall pathway, climbing over the small fence to enter the Fort, avoiding staff that were there to check paid tickets. This needs addressing by Management! Otherwise, highly recommend a visit there. The staff were lovely too, very knowledgeable about the area.
Michelle — Google review
English Heritage at it's finest! Amazing panorama, from every spot, well-mantained site, friendly staff and a great souvenir shop. They also have a great tour with a knowledgeable guide!
Walking uphil takes a bit effort, but definitely worth it. The view of the valley on a sunny day, is just perfect, and makes the history alive.
Hermann Parkhomenko — Google review
40 years ago I visited Housesteads with my father. In turn I took my son. Some of the best ruins, we headed on to Sycamore gap and back. Wonderful day.
robert kime — Google review
The site was fabulous and the museum was informative and well laid out, if small. We came this time to see the artwork which was, well, just a bit mad, but great to get and impression of the height of the fort in its heyday. All staff welcoming and chatty but not pushy. Dog friendly!
Chloe Brownlee-Chapman — Google review
The largest Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall, well worth spending at least a couple of hours here.
We had a superb walk along the wall, from Steel Rig car park, in beautiful weather.
There are a number of explanatory boards around the side and a small but excellent museum close by.
Rich B — Google review
Fantastic scenery and wonderfully maintained site. Lots of information boards to explain the site.
Dog friendly
Steep walk
Cafe at car park
Pay carpark.
Small museum at pay office.
Nicholas Nunney — Google review
Had a great time. The weather wasn't good but still enjoyable. Can I take this opportunity to tell you about the books below, they Are available on Amazon and all profits will go to cancer research. And if this goes well hopefully diabetes research.
i c Henderson — Google review
Great and accessible place along Hadrian’s Wall to go (by car and public transport at certain times of year). The visitor centre is a little small so would advise going at a less busy time but when the weather is fine as it is a c.10 minute walk from the car park and bus stop.
There are a few mile castles, etc. nearby so great place to base yourself if you want to see several landmarks along a relatively short distance.
Sarah Norris — Google review
Wow! What a fantastic day. Great walk for families and dogs. Loved seeing the Roman ruins and walking on the wall. The visitor center had clean bathrooms and a small cafe. At the ruins there was a small gift shop and museum.
Cori Fairchild — Google review
So stunning to be here where our ancestors fought and lived forging a different future for generations to come. To walk from here down to Sycamore gap (Robin Hood) and down to the Sill just a beautiful walk even in the rain and mud!
linda marieskind — Google review
Beautiful scenery. Nice walk from the car park to the ancient Roman fort. The size and scale of the fort is impressive.
Michal Szulc — Google review
One of the places where imagination switches on. Plenty help for your mind with films and drawings so you can find yourself in a Roman soldiers shoes. Superb location to see some of the best parts of Hadrians Wall. Walk a few miles along the wall both ways to appreciate it's beauty
TiC — Google review
A bit of a hill down and then up to get to the ruins and the bit of Hadirians wall that is there next to ruins. If you want to just get some pictures and don't want to spend too long there then this is a good spot But there is the option to go in the museum and ruins if you want Otherwise just pay for the reasonable priced parking.
Hersha C — Google review
Beautiful scenery. Hard uphill walking, especially in the mud of winter. Suggest sticking to paths when it’s so muddy else you will slip! Toilets nearby and an excellent cafe - I highly recommend the millionaire’s shortcake.
Claire Peak — Google review
Fabulous Roman fort Remains. It's quite a climb from the car park to the site and admissions shop. There is a small museum and an interactive video to watch. Our young children enjoyed looking for the signs from Felix a Roman soldier who explained the site in a child friendly way.
Claire Davidson — Google review
Being disabled I was unable to make much of Being in this Fabulous place once more. Luckily my companion wasn't constrained and he enjoyed every second of his voyage into the past. I had the sheer joy of sitting at the south gate, on my mobility scooter, drinking in the ambience.
Bill Steel — Google review
There is a well signposted parking. Visitor centre (café, toilets) managed by the National Trust, a very friendly staff. Then you climb to the Roman fort managed by English Heritage. You should go to the small museum first to purchase tickets. There is a small museum and a short film presenting the fort. You can climb to the fort from there. You can also walk the Hadrian's Wall path from there. Beautiful place.
A F — Google review
Exploring these Roman ruins during winter was enjoyable due to the lack of other tourists. There is plenty of information displays throughout the ruins explaining each section of the fort. There were great views of Hadrin's wall and it was possible to walk along the sections connected to the fort although this was quite steep and appropriate footwear is recommended. There's a small museum beside the fort which is a decent if not short experience. There's an uphill walk from the car park and it's quite muddy in the winter, so take this into account if you are planning a visit.
Thomas Armstrong — Google review
Lovely area and enjoyed the walk along the wall from housesteads to Sycamore gap, we took the military walk as it was easier and a little away from the wall but didn't take away from the fact we were there. Sycamore gap lived up to what I was expecting, and emotional for me as my last girlfriend who passed away in 2020 from cancer, wanted to go and couldn't make it, but had her favourite me to you bear with me and her photo, would really recommend a visit.
Gary Powell — Google review
Fantastic place to visit. The only negative is the climb up to the site. It is a proper path takes about 15 minutes. However, it is a long climb. If you are infirm, or asthmatic, it could be an issue.
Once you reach the site, it is amazing. The views are exceptional. The place is a lot bigger than you expect. The staff were great, very knowledgeable and friendly. Dog friendly which is a bonus. The facilities are very clean and tidy.
The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail is a short but beautiful hiking trail that takes you to six waterfalls, a gorge and a glen in the Yorkshire Dales. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow, and it offers some of the most spectacular waterfall and woodland scenery in the North of England.
Went here yesterday and absolutely loved the place! First stopped by for lunch at The Falls, then started the walking trail. Paid £8 entrance fee(adult)£4 for children, and free for 🐶. Parking is free on site. The trail is a circular route. 4.5 miles in total, and takes about 2.5-3 hours to complete. Took us a bit longer to stop by for ice cream, coffee and few minutes to rest and enjoy the beauty of the place. There’s food van near the first big falls(that only takes cash). Then there’s an ice cream van in the middle(takes cards), then there’s clean toilets on the refreshment centre(also takes cards). Make sure you have proper walking shoes as some parts of the trail are steep and slippery. It was busy when we went there yesterday. Can only imagine it getting busier later in summer. But overall,we had a great experience and it’s a beautiful place to explore.❤️
Czar Nicholson — Google review
If my kids hadn't have moaned about being outside this would have been the perfect day! Such a beautiful place to visit...the spring water and lemon drink at the Little tuck shop on the way up was a perfect refreshment in the heat!
We did the walk in 3hrs with a couple of stop offs for a drink and ice cream and few paddles in the water.... I'd definitely visit here again it was beautiful
Jenn Burgess — Google review
Beautiful sights along the walk. Railings provide comfort and support at the sketchy bits. £10/person is fairly expensive but the area is well maintained and clean. Decent trade off there. Walk is not easy, but plenty of areas to rest. The reward is the falls which are amazing. A lovely day out.
Chris Ursus — Google review
Lovely day out despite the weather, although the waterfalls were at their best due to the torrent of rain recently. The trail was nice and easy to follow, very scenic and varied mix of waterfalls. The path itself was quite well maintained, with some area in need of repair from the winter months. Good boots are advised as some parts of the path are more treacherous and obviously wet. We visited out of season, so there was no mid point cafe van open, and the toilets were closed for refurbishment. The positive was a nice and quiet walk with hardly anyone else around, which makes it so much more enjoyable and great for taking photos without the crowds.
Nick Johnson — Google review
This is one of the best enclosed walking trails I have experienced in the UK, absolutely worth the entry fee and then some. You not only get the sights of the falls along the first part of the trail but when you reach the largest fall and climb the final few steps to the top of the valley you’re further rewarded with a commanding view of the surrounding landscape. Finally you can descend into the village for a pub lunch Highly recommended to any in the area.
Conor Hennessy Sykes — Google review
Fantastic experience and some stunning views. But, the distance is 5.81 miles. You will need good walking shoes and carry water with you. If it's very hot it's not for the very elderly or anyone a bit infirm. Having said that we did very much enjoy the walk round.
Marki Allum — Google review
Fabulous! An £8 admission charge but worth every penny. We did the walk in around four hours but that included stopping off to admire the views and having lunch at the cafe half way round. We did think the cafe was a little expensive though. Toilets adjacent to the cafe were ideal on a walk of that length.
Gary Beavers — Google review
Just beautiful, 4.5 miles but well worth it. Fall are great this time of year but it also means very wet and can be slippy underfoot. Took us between 2.5 to 3 hrs to complete but we were in no rush and stopped to take many pictures, also stopped for coffee and flapjack at Breezy hill cafe which was lovely
Kim McLoughlin — Google review
We headed over to meet friends and decided to do the walk around the falls. Parking is free but £10 per person to do the 4.5 mile trail. The scenery is breathtaking but be prepared to climb a lot of steps. Good footwear is a must as the ground does get quite uneven. There is a little food hut half way round and the fresh lemon drink is a must. At the top of the falls there is an ice cream van and by time you get here a well deserved ice cream is on the cards. The weather was beautiful so don't forget the sun cream. We had a lovely day and would highly recommend this place.
Luke Ranger — Google review
Beautiful place, grat day out! Trail is well looked after ( entry fee £10 adult, £5 kids), signs, clean. Kids( 4 and 6 with me)and dog ( big dog) can manage the whole trail. Car Park available, included in price and toilets in places ( beginning, middle then end). We visited on 19th of Feb and it wasn't raining ( lucky us whoop whoo ) and it was still lovely. Village itself is so charming and has lots of places to eat. Give it a go!
Marta Robbins — Google review
A beautiful walk I've done many times. Charge is now per person not per car so a big hit for families 😞.£10 adult £5 a child.
I should imagine the upkeep of the paths would be expensive. Still a lovely walk.
Julian Bradley — Google review
This waterfall trail is so worth a go at £8.00 per adult entry we felt after doing the walk that this price is very reasonable taking onto account the upkeep of paths, steps,rails ,toilets ect.. and have paid a lot more for at lot less at other places. We visited when the falls were in flood and they were very impressive and powerful a sight to see. I would say wellies or walking boots are needed especially in autumn/winter months .This walk is not what I would call an easy stroll with a lot of steps both up and down but is worth it and would recommend it if in the area .
lisa sowerby — Google review
A beautiful 4.5 to 5 mile walk around some stunning waterfalls and scenic surroundings, simply breathtaking. It took us about 3 hours to complete the walk.
The car park had plenty of parking spaces and toilets all which were well maintained. Entrance is £8 for adults and under 16s £4 and that includes the car park. It's well worth the visit. If you love walking then your sure to love this waterfall walk. We had a beautiful dry day with temperatures of 18° even at the end of October and while we walked we were very hot. Be sure to wear the right footwear, walking boots which a are waterproof are ideal. About half way round there is an ice cream van and toilets with a coffee shop selling amazing hot drinks, snacks and ice cream. We will hopefully be doing this one again soon.
Yazz — Google review
Excellent family walk! I clocked it at 7.4km and it takes about 2h 30m. Lots to see to keep it interesting, there’s lots of steps so no push chairs or wheelchair access or unfortunately. There’s ice cream and refreshment stops along the way which is perfect for kids. One only takes cash (first one) the others take card payment. It’s £10 per adult and £5 for kids. I think it’s worth it as it is well kept! A really nice morning out
Gareth Rothwell — Google review
Fabulous place. Loads to see. It is a LONG walk though and one way only, so be ready for a 2 hour minimum walk really. 3 hours if you're taking your time and stopping in places. Really enjoyable though for both adults and kids. There is a refreshments cabin just after Pecca falls and an ice cream van after you cross the river at the top of the map. There's also a bacon butty shop and toilets before you rejoin the other river.
Jason Francis — Google review
Great day out to look at the waterfalls. Arrive early and take your time as it is quite up and down with loads of steps.
The ice cream van halfway round, and the cafe on the back stretch was more than welcome by the time we got to them. Would be nice if there were more benches to stop and admire the views and rest those weary legs.
Rob Bastow — Google review
Absolutely remarkable place! Really stunning views. Entry is £10 per adult but it’s essentially a full day out (we were walking for 3-4 hours but you can stay as long as you like)
Grace Matthews — Google review
Lovely walk with beautiful scenery, we were lucky with the weather. Entry is £10 per person but includes parking, a little expensive but the trail is well maintained. Would definitely recommend walking proper walking shoes/boots as ground in places uneven and a little slippy.
Would also need some level of fitness as there are ALOT of steps up and down. Would also recommend going early as the trail is one way and quite narrow so can get busy.
Nice place to stop by waterfall for a picnic and there is also a van selling food, drinks but is CASH only. There are also toilets about half way round.
Walk brings you out into Ingleton town which looked nice with lots of places for food & drink.
Michelle Myers — Google review
Cannot recommend this enough
Better to go early, plenty of parking available.
Ticket is 10 pound per adult and 5 per child. However the trail is well maintained with railings to hold while walking on slippery trails. The path is around 4 point some miles and there’s lots of areas to rest. There’s also two places where snacks and hot drinks are served in case you get hungry.
You are given a map and can see six waterfalls that are guided.
Also saw many people bringing their dogs who enjoyed the walk.
I think this is the first hike I felt safe in due to the accessibility!
Enjoyed it a lot
aromal neo — Google review
I'm not an avid hiker myself, but my sister and I definitely enjoyed the trail. The waterfalls and the surrounding woodland are absolutely magical. There are also a bunch of sheep here and there. We didn't't see any other animals unfortunately... We knew it would start raining anytime, so we couldn't just take our time and made it really fast on the way up; it took us roughly two hours in total. Sturdy shoes are strongly advised as it can be quite muddy.
Olesya Polishchuk — Google review
Wow! My second visit, daughters first. We did it in 5hrs 37mins 😂 Guess you could say we took our time (last car in car park nearing sundown) Amazing views, Waterfalls and light rain which created stunning rainbows. I'm glad we did it and she got to experience it. It is a must, at least once if you get the chance!! Love it 😍😊
Libby Barber — Google review
We visited this place after hearing much about it from our friends and the internet. And it didn’t fail us in anyway. The trail is marked very well and the falls were nothing short of magical.
The trek could last between three to four hours (which includes the stops you make enroute for photos or eating snacks). The pathway also has trivia facts placed along the way, which makes it even more engaging. Nonetheless, provided there is little to no signal, it’s best to carry some cash to buy the snacks/ice cream that is sold at two checkpoints.
Dakshin M Kumudhini — Google review
Quite the unexpected adventure.
4.5 miles of walking with 6 waterfalls.
Starting at the car park with wide load bays, electric charge points available (open till dusk) and hundreds of normal parking spots.
£10 entery to start and a free map (no cash payments)
Toilets at the start and half way.
I went off-season so carpark cafe was closed but the half way one was open.
See photos for waterfalls, go and enjoy.
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White Scar Cave is a National Park attraction in Yorkshire that offers visitors an amazing view of waterfalls, rock formations and man-made tunnels. This amazing place is a must-see for anyone visiting the Yorkshire Dales area.
Fantastic day out for adults kids. My son an daughter 8 & 6 loved it.
There are some parts of the system where the ceiling is very low. My daughter just about managed to walk through up right. Think the longest part is about 40m. For adults it's not hands and knees but you are bent pretty low. Well worth it though!
Phil Smith — Google review
Awesome place. Not been since I was a kid. Only 4 of us in the tour group so it was nice and peaceful. Turned up around 45 minutes early and chilled in the shop/cafe. Tour took around 1-2 hours and had plenty of time to ask questions/take photos etc. Really cool and interesting place. You will be crouching down for some of the walk through but all good fun. Staff were very friendly and informative. Plenty of parking and easy to find.
ian Taylor — Google review
My 11yr old grandson and I visited White Scar caves last week and what a fantastic experience it was, far exceeded my expectations.
Easy to get to, plenty of parking and a reasonable price for a fully guided tour. Our guide David was interesting, informative, light-hearted and chatty. He certainly made the visit great fun and an education.
The cave is absolutely spectacular, well worth a visit.
Nick S — Google review
Good cave! A lot of tunnels to walk though and a guide. Top experience to walk underground. It does go far into the earth and a few steps and tight squeezes here and there but nothing bad. A lot of parking outside with a shop, cafe, and toilets. Definitely recommend going 👍🏻
Shooting Sean — Google review
Incredible experience! Our guide Alison was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and welcoming. The walk through the caves takes about 40 minutes to get to the final deep chambers. You do need to crouch quite a bit and there are a fair few steps so need to be able to manage that! But 100% worth it. The caves are amazing, especially the final huge cavern. Tours are every hour from 11 on a weekend. We arrived just before 11 when the ticket window opened and had no problem buying a ticket and going straight down. Well worth a visit if your in the area and currently for Xmas they have a whole Santa's grotto theme through the start with lots of Xmas lights and displays.
Richard Lewis — Google review
Amazing place any weather. Well, not when it’s pouring down with rain as the caves can flood!
We went a April time 2023, was a bit wet and windy and quite warm outside, but in the caves it’s lovely and cool. Really good experience if your not too claustrophobic, and don’t mind walking a few meters bent over in the low caves. The talk about the cave system is very fascinating, it’s well worth a visit!
Not ideal for people who have any heart conditions, there’s a long set of steps to get to the main and final room. Even I was out of breath!
Chris C317 — Google review
Definitely the most impressive cave system I've visited. The battle cavern is well worth the effort to get there. Low sections and a flight of 90 steps make it accessible only for the reasonably fit and flexible.
Peter Occardi — Google review
Love the cave and the tour, the tour guide (mike?) was friendly and informative. The cave has so many beautiful features and atmosphere. We ended up having a private tour as we happened to get there at a time no one else was around mid week! Fantastic surprise. They allow you to bring dogs in if they are small and only if you can hold them the whole time as it is not safe for dogs to walk through on their own. The café was also very good and a wonderful view, a lovely little spot. The shop is full of crystal specimens to buy.
Dorothy Moore — Google review
What a truly amazing cave!!! Honestly a MUST visit, was a real highlight of our weekend trip away and we all had a spectacular time. We had a really brilliant tour guide named Mark who made our visit fabulous. Would come again if I was in the area for another visit! I am so surprised I had not heard of this cave before, and I think it really deserves all the praise it gets! AWESOME
Karina O'Flynn — Google review
We had lunch at the cafe which was lovely. The cafe staff were very friendly. The tour was conducted by Thomas and he did a really good job. My son has homework to be handed in and he's decided to write about the caves. It was throughly enjoyable and I took all 3 of my children and they all enjoyed it.
Catherine Page-Martin — Google review
Brilliant place to visit. Mike, our guide, clearly the best of the bunch. Still has it even after a week off 💪🏻 the low ceilings aren't an issue, until you forget and stand up too soon. Very interesting, very informative. I'd imagine great for little ones. Ticket office window opens 5 mins before the tours on the hour, clean facilities, wear a coat!!
Rebecca Yates — Google review
Great day out with my daughters, well worth a visit and the cave system has to be seen to be appreciated, photos doesn't do it justice, there are stretches of the tour were you have to crouch to get past the low roof so you have to be in reasonable fitness, an experience not to be missed, the guides are incredible with vast knowledge of the cave system.
Free car park and onsite toilets for customers visiting the cave or the cafe, impressive gift shop with various rare and semi precious stones and geodes.
Definitely a day out not to be missed.
antonio marinelli — Google review
Had an excellent time. Welcoming staff, informative and friendly tour guide. Amazing sights and experience, the photos do not do it justice. You do have to duck low in some places. In addition it has a large car park, clean toilets, and nice cafe. Well worth a visit
James Goodliffe — Google review
A fantastic way to spend a few hours. Stunning tour of the caves and very informative. Tour guide was very friendly and professional. Bring sensible shoes, waterproof jacket and no worries about your hairstyle a you'll be wearing a hard hat. Good value for money. Whole tour is 80mins, there's a cafe and gift shop on site too.
Frizzle Dizzle — Google review
Photos will never do this place justice! The highlight of our trip to the Yorkshire Dales. Up early to arrive for the first tour of the day. We’d like to thank our wonderful tour guide Tracy for the incredible enthusiasm and energy she brought to the tour which was almost theatrical at points!
Her knowledge of the cave complex combined with the staggering views inside really made this a once in a lifetime opportunity. The story of the cave’s discovery along with the miners and the additional 4 miles of tunnels really was incredible.
Would highly recommend to anyone who is able to do it. All the staff were incredibly friendly and made the whole experience enjoyable.
Luke Murray — Google review
Great day out for the family. The cave walk took about an hour, dress up warm! Guide was great and there is lots to see, loads of different formations to see. Couple of places where you have to crouch to get through, one about 20m long. Shop if full of ‘crystals’, kids wanted to buy everything in there….cafe was good with a good choice.
JB Mills — Google review
Happened to see this place signposted from a local town and decided to Google search it.
Immediately planned on a trip there on our homeward drive.
The drive over was lovely and scenic.
The centre itself was really nice and has a lovely cafe and gift shop (reasonably priced)
Tours of the caves are at hourly intervals from 10am onwards i believe.
Cost £33 for two adults which proved to be worth every penny.
We were given hard hats (optional but very much needed and recommended) and the usual safety briefing by our guide.
We had Mark taking us down
He was knowledgeable and polite and showed real enthusiasm about the caves.
The caves themselves are spectacular!
It's awesome to be able to see geology that is at work all around us so up close and personal. I felt like a kid again.
Made use of my new phone to get some really great photos of the walk.. Which took us 90 mins to walk to the final cavern and back.
We DEFINITELY plan to be back with our kids to do the Dark Walk (an even more exciting experience we are assured)
The whole experience was really really worthwhile and i am really pleased that we stumbled across this fabulous place.
Highly highly recommended
Alan “MajorLurien” Rodmell — Google review
Spur of the moment as we were driving past. Great experience, reasonably priced. Low ceilings in places, so you need to be able to walk doubled up for a few meters at times. Informative tour lasting about 80 mins.
Karen Culleton — Google review
Worth a visit if in the area.
Note wear water proof shoes especially if it's been raining for a while.
Very interesting and different.
The tour costs £16.50 for adults and takes about 80 minutes.
You are provided a hard hat that is required, you need to bend down to walk through a few tunnels.
There are about 80 steps to climb but not all at once..
david mullins — Google review
Me and my family enjoyed this visit. Our guide was so nice. Our son was taken by all the tour had to offer. And it takes a lot to grab his attention!!!
Recommend this place for a good couple of hours visit.
The food was not great, quite basic but the experience made up for it, and that was what we were there for anyway.
Sally S — Google review
Visited on a Monday, experienced the cafe, shop and the cave tour. Tour fee £18 adults, £13 for children, can also buy a family ticket - well worth the experience.
Great tour guide, explained the history of the excavation, the money is being well spent on maintaining the caves.
Two parts of the tour require low bending, hard hats all supplied - definitely required. Tours were run every half hour.
Mary Law — Google review
Absolutely amazing experience ❤️ if you're in the area. It is a must. Your tour is guided and takes approx 80 minutes. If you're afraid of small spaces, don't go as you can not get a redund once you have paid
The Wensleydale Creamery is a cheese factory where visitors can learn about the history of the cheese and see it being made. It is also home to the world famous Wensleydale Cheese.
Open 10am-3pm at £4.45 for adults, no need to book, plentiful free parking. Payment gains admittance to a cheese making demonstration and history museum, and an activities room and viewing window housed in a separate building. We enjoyed learning the history of cheese in general and of Wensleydale cheese in particular. Great value for money.
Matthew Hurst — Google review
We stumbled upon this place on our drive through the Dales, and glad we did. We sat for a slightly late lunch. The staff work very hard here as it's clearly a very popular spot for locals and visitors alike. We were seated withing a few short minutes of arriving. The service was friendly and prompt. The views from the back of the dining area are quite spectacular. The food was exactly what it said on the menu. Great choices on the menu, and quite reasonably priced.
The chilled room on the side offering not only cheese tasters, but also a vast selection of the cheeses available from the creamery. Along with preserves, crackers and more.
The shop offers a wide range of items. From bottles of local liquors, Ice-creams, and all sorts of farm based & Wensleydale products...... We had a great experience here. We would love to return and do the tour. Will definitely recommend to adult and child alike.
The Zombie Hunter Hayes — Google review
Great place to visit when it’s raining. We did the experience tour, where we learn about cheese making. It was really interesting. Then visited a small museum where you learn facts about cheese. It’s really great for kids also the way they have done it. Followed by cheese tasting ( the best part).
You can then go back to the shop which is quite big. And a dedicated area for cheese to taste and buy. They a cafe and toilets.
They have free car park on-site.
I will recommend as a day out. Only disappointment was when going to pay my shopping the cashier was not so friendly it felt rushed like she wanted to get rid of us, not nice customer service when you spend money local.
Elodie SALOM — Google review
About an hour's worth without the cheese making demo. compact visitor experience overall, children area nicely done including Wallace and Gromit set up.
No tasting samples the day we were there.
The Shop and cafe were well stocked.
bertie malco — Google review
Really amazing place. Full creamery tours, gift shop stacked with local businesses & the cheese shop has every cheese available to taste. Very worth the visit. The restaurant & cafe have a good choice of food & drinks. Really worth the visit!
Bee — Google review
Brilliant demonstration very informative and visual which helps a lot for some people. Really enjoyed the cheese tasting and found a new favourite cheese 🧀 Wensleydale with pineapple 🍍 😋 be warned you may spend too much in the cheese shop 😍 we did !
Elaine Gill — Google review
Free parking on site! Great shop, clean toilets lovely cafe and separate restaurant. Outdoor seating for the cafe. Toilets were clean and the staff were amazing. Is it a little cramped in the gift shop if you have a wheelchair or pushchair.
The museum and factory tour are very good value - lots of stuff to interact with and it is all very well maintained - great for little fingers as well as adult ones!
The cheese demo was brilliant too - the only downside to the visit was that we went on a Saturday so the factory was closed. We could still see the machines and stuff but we didn't get to see them in action. Still enjoyed it though.
The ice cream is gorgeous - make sure you properly treat yourself and get two scoops! I can highly recommend the black cherry with chocolate.
Pamela ?Pambo? Ann — Google review
Absolutely love this place! My whole family has been coming here for years and I will continue to do so with my own. Fantastic alone to visit the Cheese Shop, but extra special to go visit the rest of the creamery and see what else they have to offer, fantastic for kids! Love, love, love the cheese!!!
Megan Procter — Google review
Interesting place to visit. Tells the history of cheese making in this area with exhibits and live demonstration. The gentleman who did the demo when we visited was knowledgeable and engaging and I found it very enjoyable to watch. There is a cafe and gift shop as well as a cheese shop. Taste testing is allowed.
We were lucky enough to see some Morris dancers on the day we visited too.
Claire Louise — Google review
I love cheese and this was definitely the place to be!! My husband and I went over the bank holiday weekend and it was busy but manageable :)
There are two sections in which you can get free cheese tastings - one in the store and the other in the museum section (which you have to pay for but it includes a live demonstration on how Wendsleydale cheese is made). There is, of course, Wallace and Grommit merch and a whole mini section dedicated to them in the museum. It is also very family friendly.
For lunch we went to the coffee shop and the only critique I have is that the cafe itself is a decent size but for the crowds there, there was a giant queue for over an hour and so I'm surprised they didn't open the restaurant (currently undergoing some renovations so it is closed) for overflow seating. However lunch had a good selection to cater to everyone and the blue cheese scones were almost the size of my face! I got one to go for £3 and I wish they sold them in the store!
It was such a great time. Definitely a fun visit.
Amanda Williams McNair — Google review
Fascinating place to visit, well worth paying the extra to learn the history of the factory, it’s incredible staff and sit in and learn about how the cheese is made with a demonstration to boot. The viewing windows allow you to watch the process on the factory floor and the tasting area, well just make sure you eat before attending!
The shop is fabulous and full of all sorts of gifts, drinks and the two cafes on site as well as the ice cream counter mean that everything is catered for. There are good, clean and accessible toilets and plenty of parking. Also lovely benches outside should you need a picnic place. Child friendly and a wonderful place to visit.
Annie B — Google review
My wife and I went on a coach trip last year. Lovely scenery on the way. We had an interesting tour around the creamery. Fun and informative. We made a dash for the restaurant and pleased we did as they only catered for a certain amount of covers. The food was amazing and service first class. There is a cafe if you miss out.
Graham Hawkes — Google review
My favourite place in the UK. The most delicious menu I've ever experienced, with the most wonderful take-home items and the friendliest staff. I visit once a year and always leave smiling, no matter the weather. ❤️
Chris Davies — Google review
I love cheese so Ideal place to visit
Tim the guide was informative and entertaining
Husband and dog had to wait outside but then went for lunch. Very nice if a little windy outside
Jan Tetley — Google review
Fantastic place! We're both cheese lovers so this was basically a pilgrimage!! Spent more time than was necessary in the tasting room but also paid for the demonstration and tour! Lovely gift shop and cafe too. Highly recommended.
Owain J Millard — Google review
Came here on a day excursion and spent an interesting two hours here. The visitor centre is only a short distance from the market square and has a large free car park. It's well signposted and all the buildings are wheelchair accessible. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Our visit to the Wensleydale Cheese Experience was pre-booked with a time slot. The man who did the cheesemaking demonstration was very knowledgeable, going through all the different stages of how cheese is hand crafted in the modern creamery. We then walked across to a little museum where we learned all about this place's fascinating history through artefacts and easy to read info boards, tasted a variety of Wensleydale cheeses and got to see inside the creamery itself from a viewing gallery. Lots of fun activities for kids and the opportunity to be photographed with Wallace and Gromit! The shop is a delight to browse around, full of beautiful homewares, pictures, stationery, books and much more. The cheese shop is also well worth visiting, not only for the cheese but also crackers, chutneys and a host of other foodie treats. Bought some cheese and a delicious Yorkshire fruit cake to take home. There's a restaurant and café which I didn't get time to visit, but I did treat myself to an ice-cream from the shop and ate it on a café terrace with a lovely view of the dales. All in all this was an enjoyable visit!
Valerie Hinchliffe — Google review
Lovely gift shop with a wide range of gifts and goodies. The cheese shop has free tasting, plus all things cheese-related. There is a viewing room where you can watch it being made. Now I am not actually a cheese lover 😲, but had a lovely mooch round and would definitely recommend a visit.
Linda Edwards — Google review
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Gayle Ln, Wensleydale, Hawes DL8 3RN, United Kingdom
Malham Cove is a limestone scar located in the Yorkshire Dales, surrounded by stunning beauty spots. The cove is a popular tourist destination due to its natural beauty and stunning views. The cliffs are lined with 80m-high vertical cliffs and a large glacial waterfall once tumbled over them.
The best hike that I have experienced. A bit rough in places especially when you get to the limestone pavements but wonderful views.
Lovely surprise waterfalls and streams, valley gorges and picturesque mountains.
Nilvanta Kerai — Google review
A very well made path to a great view of the cove is suitable for the not so steady footed. The last part right to the base is rocky and wet. There are many stairs up to the limestone pavement, they are well made and some spots you can catch your breath, but not seats by memory. There are beautiful views and the cove is spectacular. Dippers, wagtails, and swallows along the Creek. Have visited a few times now and it's beautiful in different ways in all weather.
Tamara Fletcher — Google review
Lovely walk and views. Will definitely be coming again so can have a bigger explore. Maybe in summer. Some fantastic views from the top of the cove. Almost gave up on the walk up but glad I made it to see the fantastic view. Would recommend visiting here but walk suitable footwear and take some water.
Kim B — Google review
Beautiful peaceful place to visit. From the village to the cove and back is around a 4km walk, very manageable. Steps to the left of the cove take you to the top. Hard work but fun to get up them, if able would definitely recommend having a go to get up them, careful at the top lots of holes to trip and fall but lovely view and usual landscape.
Pam Smith — Google review
Absolutely loved today at Skipton -Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Janet's Cove. Great walk, definitely recommend. Car park £5 all day, got there for 10, plenty of spaces.
Walk is good for kids, plenty to explore.
ZR L — Google review
Awesome place to visit, the walk isnt very long, i got about 10,000 steps there and back, parking is easy to find and you will need to pay. Amazing view close to the cove and amazing views when you get yo the top.
Hassan ALI — Google review
I personally found this to be a magical feeling location. The Cove is very high and looks very impressive from below. It is a small climb to get to the top and the view from the top is beautiful. The stones are extremely special cut. You can also walk back to Malham from the top of the Cove through the surrounding mountains, which is a beautiful walk.
This is also a filming location of Harry Potter part 7.1, making it a must see location for Harry Potter fans.
Stefan van Dijk — Google review
A lovely walk down a built path, so good for those with limited mobility. At the end of the path, it does become a little hard with large rocks to climb over. The surrounding grounds are beautiful for photography with a fast but part walkable Riverside. Parking can be tight if you arrive mid day.
paul chappell — Google review
2 miles to walk in total from the village of Malham to base of the Cove and back again, beautiful views from the top 70 Metres high with 402 steps to get to the top, takes about 15 minutes to climb the steps. Lovely coffee shop back in Malham, park at the visitors centre where there are free toilet.
Ian Leverton — Google review
Great place to visit, easy to moderate walk with 320 steps to climb to the top of Malham Cove, great views from the top, at the top where the limestone rocks separate was once a place of a waterfall many millions of years ago. It was also featured in one of the Harry Potter movies (A pivotal scene in the 7th Film, Deathly Hallows) this location is in the Yorkshire dales in a remote location, pet friendly although ask to keep on leads due to livestock. A** well worth the visit.
OMG Exploring — Google review
Lots and lots of people, but then it was the Friday of the Jubilee weekend. Recommend the less obvious route from the Water Sinks car park, past where the water from Malham Tarn disappears into the ground, down the dry valley and through the gorge to the top of the Cove. This avoids most of the crowds. Views are spectacular!
Steve Huckett — Google review
Wonderful experience. Good amount of hike but pretty decent. When are almost at the top it’s quite rocky and uneven. You’ll have to mind your steps but the view is breathtaking can’t justify in the picture.
Joel Abraham — Google review
Well signposted from the carpark/visitor centre it's an impressive gorge that more able scramblers can take the waterfall path up. There is an alternative stepped path to the left that will bring you to the famous Harry potter battle location.
City Girl — Google review
Great place to visit. Put it on your list to do if you're thinking about it. Do consider your footwear depending on the weather and fitness of those going, old or young. My 2 kids enjoyed it and the Harry Potter draw is helpful.
Neil Kennedy — Google review
Great walk
Relatively straightforward from the village. Nice path that is suitable for wheelchairs/ prams. It's not too strenuous to the bottom of the cove. It's a popular place so expect it to be busy.
Steps leading to the top of the Cove. If it's been raining be careful, it's slippy. 350ft ish to the top. Once there the views are stunning. Definitely recommend.
Matthew Bonham — Google review
Get your walking boots on and be prepared to climb the many uneven steps to the top but the hard work is rewarded with the most epic view ever. You will be glad you did!
Jonny Techno — Google review
I have wanted to visit Malham Cove for some time, and it didn't disappoint. We did a circular walk, taking in Janet's Foss waterfall first, then up and across fields, taking in some stunning scenery to arrive at the top of Malham Cove . The limestone terrain on top of the Cove is fascinating to see . After spending some time on the top, we took the steps down to the Cove, which again is amazingly picturesque and imposing. We had our wellies on, so we waded up the river right to the Cove face to where the water came in and watched the rock climbers . Beautiful place and well worth a visit.
lisa sowerby — Google review
What a great day out. Recommended by our son. Walked from Malham village to cove. Up the steps and across the top down to Janet foss, waterfalll and back to village for a well deserved visit to the pub. Pub and shop prices good value.
C Gibson — Google review
Parked at the Visitor Centre. Rainy day but decided to walk up to the Cove. Well worth the uphill/downhill stroll along the tarmac road/ stoned pathway. Didn’t attempt the steps up the side to the top on a day like it was. Look closely at photo …. A climber going up the face of the Cove. One mile each way (see photo). Lovely tea room ( The Old Barn) on return/ friendly lady serving. Muddy boots and dogs welcome
Ian Bradbury — Google review
Absolutely love this place , so much to see and do , if you want to just take in the amazing waterfall or go hiking on the hills, it definitely won't disappoint.
We headed there on bank holiday so it was pretty busy but ample parking as some of the fields were open to the public for a fee . We managed to get parked down near Janet's foss so I'm not sure how much they were charging.
The weather was good so the streams were glistening in the sun looked pretty magical, you feel dwarfed from the sheer size of the limestone cliffs that surround you.
Good walking routes
Plenty to see , Take a camera & Supplies and just have a great day out
Jo 74 — Google review
Beautiful place. Plenty of parking. But what an amazing experience definitely worth the climb. However be aware that it can be very slippy underfoot, especially for young children.
Andrew Dickinson — Google review
Malham Cove is such a cool place to visit. It is a stunning place notwithstanding other good attractions to visit locally including Janet Foss, Gordale Scar and further along Malham Tarn.
If you plan to visit all three in one day (excluding Malham Tarn), you probably have to start with Janet Foss, Gordale then the Cove or Cove first then decide from there.
The bottom of the cove is in easy reach but to reach the top, some might find it tough if you are not comfortable with heights. There is no disabled access. If you take pets up to the top you may have to carry them as the gaps between the rocks are fairly wide.
I would not recommend the top for little children.
The views from the top are beautiful. The sunset here is breathtaking although you will not get to see the sun completely disappear.
To cover all three attractions, you probably need 3-5 hours.
And if you stay till it’s dark, you can enjoy the stars as there is hardly any light pollution. Torches would be necessary and also bear in mind that mobile phone reception can be patchy.
Best not to wear slippers, slidders, flat trainers or sandals. Walking boots or similar would be advisable.
Stairs going up and down the cove is fairly safe but would advise you to be extra cautious especially on wet days.
Roads leading to Malham can be narrow in parts leading to localised traffic.
Once you have been here once, you would want to come back!
Toilet facilities only in car park.
Legends l — Google review
I did the Full walk around starting from the main visitor's carpark,went to Janet's Foss & up and over to the top of Malham cove & back down it's a fantastic walk, plenty of videos on YouTube about the walk, None of them are mine, But most are Excellent videos, so before doing the walk doing your homework would be advisory, & Check & double check the weather before you go on the day. Enjoy everyone.
The Bowes Museum is an eclectic collection of antiques, curios, art and relics housed on three floors in a grand building. The centerpiece of the collection is a finely crafted life sized automaton that performs daily.
Excellent museum and grounds. Hugely interesting story of the couple who built and collected items to fill it. Very high quality exhibits, across a broad spectrum from furniture, silverware, ceramics and paintings to religious artifacts. The staff seem genuinely excited to work here and were very knowledgeable. Once purchased the ticket lasts for 12 months and the on site restaurant was also 5 star.
Andy Stewart — Google review
Good day out with range of ways to pay, we went for annual local ticket which proved cheaper than the standard day ticket. Loads of parking but best not to use the main car park area as the lead up road has massive pot holes just park on the peripheral road. Loads to keep you occupied, and even got to see the Silver Swan being tested. Nice café with plenty choice, good shop and clean toilets. Highly recommended.
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Malc Clements — Google review
This place is amazing. Such a diverse range of items on show from vintage toys, fashion, gorgeous furniture, modern art, curiosities and of course the famous Swan. The swan is absolutely stunning, however you can't see it work at the moment as it needs renovation work. Their is a video to show you it working and the history of it. Good access for disabled visitors like myself. Lift to each floor and accessible toilet.
Jane Harrison — Google review
A great museum. The collections are amazing, paintings, furniture a whole load of stuff, to numerous to mention. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Cafe is excellent and offers good food options.
Garry Howell — Google review
What a beautiful museum, always something of interest to see, especially like the focus on costume / fashion. You need a whole day as there is so much to see. Portrait galleries are stunning. Cafe is excellent, easy to park. It is quite dear to get in...I think you may be able to visit all year for less than we paid for the day but I wasn't told that when I paid and would have gone for that option as it was cheaper! Also gift aid option is more expensive which I don't understand as they claim it back.
Charlotte Gordon — Google review
Completely unexpected to find this gem in the middle of the country side
Absolutely beautiful building and stunning collection of art, furniture, clothing and very querky inventions from over a few centuries ago
The day that we visited was snowing and already decorated for Christmas which made it really special.
Would recommend a quick stop at their cafe. Coffee and food were great!
Unfortunately, the silver swan is undergoing reparations at the moment.
We bought the 1 year membership ( which ironically is cheaper that the day pass) so planning to visit again!
Alba Fern — Google review
Lovely afternoon here! Very informative and a huge variety of pieces!
The Swan is beautiful! Like nothing I've ever seen before! The short video on the Swan is definitely worth a watch.
It's a shame The Bowes never got to open the museum, but such a lovely reminder of them throughout!
Polite and helpful staff!
Lovely well kept grounds.
Free parking.
Tickets are valid for a year! Bonus!
Didn't make it to the cafe but will most likely return as we enjoyed the museum so much!
Couldn't help but wish I was allowed to explore the private areas of this beautiful building!😍
Lowenna Gibbons — Google review
An absolutely amazing building, steeped in fascinating history and containing thousands of interesting works of art, design and craft. To get the most out of this museum you should allow yourself time to wander, you could easily spend a whole day here looking through the exhibits. The Raymond Briggs showcase was on when we visited and it was absolutely astounding. Would definitely recommend.
Luke Sharples — Google review
We Did Not Know What To Expect From This Museum As Its Our First Visit, But It Has More Than Exceeded Our Expectations, Very Welcoming When You Step Foot Inside And It's A Real Eye Opener To What's Inside. This Was An Amazing Experience And Reasonably Priced For What You See. The Museum Also Has An On Site Cafe And Gift Shop... A++
Paul Brown — Google review
Great place to stop for a wander in the woods and admire the French style gardens. We didn't visit the museum itself but enjoyed a browse in the well stocked gift shop and had an early lunch in the cafe. Great gluten free options. Enjoyed a gluten free roast beef sandwich with crisps and side salad. Plenty parking on drive in front of the big house and in the car park behind. Very popular with dog walkers.
Dorothy Warren — Google review
Fabulous museum with so much to see you’ll probably need a second visit. The Silver Swan exhibit was particularly wonderful.
It’s a stunning building to with a lovely cafe and friendly staff throughout.
Loads of car parking spaces and well looked after toilet facilities.
Adam Cresser — Google review
Excellent day out. Loads of exhibits to see and arranged well around a beautiful house and gardens. Coffee shop and restaurant on site. There is also a lift for disabled access as the museum/house is set over 2 floors. Recommended.
jedinite128 — Google review
Interesting collection of pottery and I did enjoy the murmurings bird exhibition. However, I checked the website the morning we were travelling specifically to visit the silver Swan (76 miles), which had been repaired before Christmas. Paid £18 each and then told the Swan was again being repaired! Not worth £18 entry especially when it's star feature is again kaput!
Cheryl Petcher — Google review
We visited Bowes on the Heritage Day & it certainly attracted hundreds of people as well.
I had read up about the museum prior to our visit but even so just blown away by the sheer size of it.
We arrived early Saturday afternoon & parked at the front of the museum & went for lunch. The restaurant was very busy but they say its that busy every weekend!
After lunch we took the lift (yes there's a lift) to the 3rd floor & the Art gallery. Just blown away by the beautiful landscape pictures on display. Other galleries to look out for are the Ceramic & Furnishings. We also saw the famous automata Swan & a Clothes gallery.
Lovely way to spend the afternoon.
Staff were very helpful.
Bryan Gilbert — Google review
Visited December. Loads of old stuff (tat) to look at. There is a big painting of a cow a mechanical arm playing notes on an organ and someone in a shark suit on a skateboard riding into a river; made the hour drive worth it!
The staff were great, some were as stuffy as the antiquities.
The metal swan wasn’t out, getting fixed or something, didn’t miss it bit of old junk probably worth more as scrap.
Bought a local season ticket as it was cheaper than a day ticket still £27. Don’t think I will be using it again.
Had a look in the cafe did fancy a sandwich for £8.
Woke Christmas / merry winter😂
Jason T — Google review
Excellent place to visit, we visited this place last year and didn't see everything, so we returned this year to complete our tour. There are so many interesting collections to see, and it is very informative. Also if you stay for lunch the food is very good at a reasonable price 👌 👍
The Bronte Parsonage Museum is the world's largest collection of manuscripts, letters and other writings by the literary sisters Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte. It is located in Haworth, near Halifax, in Yorkshire.
It's an interesting place to visit, when we visited it got busy and the rooms are quite small so it ment waiting to get into the rooms. The items in the Museum are interesting and lots to read up about. It's one way and not easy to get back to the rooms downstairs if you missed one. As you leave via shop.
Janet Foxton — Google review
Lovingly restored and redecorated rooms. Many personal belongings and items of the Bronte family on display, even the collar of Emily's dog Keeper. Lots of information and very interesting special exhibitions. Staff was friendly and did a great job at keeping the visitor flow inside the house organised. Have visited various times, there's always something new to discover. Very memorable!
Josephine E. — Google review
This was my first visit since 1986. In that time, a new ticket office, gift shop, and new displays to enjoy have appeared. As the Parsonage has a lot of small rooms, the volunteers only allow a certain number of visitors in at a time. You may have a little wait to get inside. The museum has it's own car park, with public toilets
Be warned - you need 30p to enter the Ladies. (Can't comment on the arrangements for the Gents!)
Sandie Packman — Google review
Great museum to wander round, particularly if you're interested in the Brontës. I got in slightly cheaper as I live in the area, which is pretty decent. There's a one-way system round the parsonage. In each room are information boards. There's then a museum type room with interactive sections. There's also a gift shop at the end selling books, pencils, postcards etc. Well worth a visit.
Donna W — Google review
Great place to visit, enjoyed reading the information on the family. Tickets are also valid for a whole year. If you have a young person they can complete an activity book about the Bronte's on the way around . Would recommend and gift shop at the end.
Joanne Blackwood — Google review
Well worth the visit. Ignore any negative reviews. Today I travelled back to the 19th Century and had a glimpse into the Brontë family, saw what they saw, walked where they walked.
Please visit, you won't regret it!
Mr Bean Stalk — Google review
As a self guided attraction this allows you time to look round and take everything in. My advice would be to take lots of photos, especially the information boards, and read them later, to ensure you don't impede the flow of visitors to the small rooms. Tip: read the price list on the parsonage wall before purchasing tickets - I didn't realise that Blue Light Card holders could get concessions until it was too late! Other concessions are available as listed, but the ticket office is behind the building and I don't recall seeing anything about concessions in there. Overall, a good place but, been there done that now. Next!
Lyn Southern — Google review
Our friends took us on the stream train from Oxenhope to Haworth to see the Brontë museum. It was amazing!
The history and story of the family is hard to imagine. The hardships and struggle back in those days was real.
We thoroughly enjoyed visiting.
yayitanoelia — Google review
Amazing..loved it after a 20+ hiatus of my last visit. More to see with a great collection of Bronte .memorabilia collected by The Bronte Society..
Lynne Carrick-Leary — Google review
If you’re a bronte lover, this is a place to go. Well maintained museum surrounded by many buildings, personage and gift shop. It also has a commonwealth graveyard next to it.
I do want to mention that the tickets are a bit pricey so plan the journey. Also car park doesn’t take card so do carry cash. Easy access to wonderful town center with roads from the museum.
aromal neo — Google review
Great museum. Definitely worth visiting during your stay in Haworth . Really well presented ! Must say in ...
Efthymios Tampakis — Google review
An emotional experience that is a must for any Brontë fan. Lovely, friendly staff and so much care and attention taken in keeping the house and it's artefacts well loved. Very emotional seeing the rooms where Emily and Charlotte passed. Activity booklet for children to complete as they look around, which was helpful. Splendid gift shop at the end too with lots to buy, you just have to decide what! (I could have bought it all!). Will definitely return in the future!
Dawn Roberts — Google review
Had a great day visiting the Brontë personage museum With my family .
Mesmerising memories of 3sisters were in each room ..
Learned a lot about them from their wonderful work. got time to do a little walk around beautiful view and scenery.
really recommend to everyone should visit a once at least.
Ali imran — Google review
Lovely museum with amazing artefacts. I went for a look around 2 days in a row, i still found things I'd missed on the first visit. Great day out. Really good gift shop at the end too!
Jade Kent — Google review
This is an absolute must for all Brontë sisters lovers and fans. It was an incredibly moving experience to visit their home, see the very pens they wrote their littérature. The museum is beautifully maintained by knowledgeable staff, and a well presented brochure makes it very easy to self guide.
JEM Miller — Google review
Very well preserved property. Perfect for Bronte fans. I'm not one but still glad I did the tour. Some lovely nearby pubs to visit afterwards.
Tim Williams — Google review
My partner and I visited today and found the museum to be staffed by friendly and knowledgeable guides. The rooms are set out as they would have been when the family lived there. Well worth the entry fee and ticket is valid for 12 months.
Lois Lois — Google review
Absolutely loved every moment of our visit here and in the local community. Such welcoming staff and a serene place to be. Depending on where you park, it can be a bit of an uphill trek so make sure to check out nearby car parks to get as close as possible; we went for Central Car Park (but there might be one closer)! Enjoy :)
Lauren Hughes — Google review
A really special experience for Bronte lovers. Fascinating fine exhibits beautifully displayed in authentic settings. Read Juliet Barkers 'TheBrontes' as I did, beforehand, a remarkable work of history story telling, which the Bronte Parsonage brings to life.
Paul Newbould — Google review
Read in the 70s at school and now in my 50s finally come to visit and a great insight into their lives and takes you back into history. Takes an hour to look around and not too busy, if you like the books and watched Emily the film, you will like being here. Wonderful staff and small visitor centre to buy goodies.
R M — Google review
An absolutely wonderful literary experience where you can step into the lives of the entire bronte family. In the loveliest little village town, Haworth and close to a fantastic waterfall walk. Ticket lasts a full year.
kath munro — Google review
Bronte parsonage and the Bronte village are well worth a visit.
The parsonage has fantastic information about the family and each room. I could envisage the family living there. It was very atmospheric.
The only downside was it was really busy. I would have liked to have spent a bit longer in each room. However I did take lots of photos which I hope anyone reading this review will enjoy.
I highly recommend a visit. The Bronte graves are inside the church. There are memorial plaques in the church but the actual graves are underneath one of the pillars in the church.
The village is lovely. We had coffee at the bottom of the steep hill. Well worth the walk down.
Faith Owen — Google review
A beautifully historic part of our British literature. A must-see building with a magnificent story behind women as writers, with a determination to succeed.
Jessica Holland — Google review
I was 12 the first time I came here with a teacher on a school trip, a lot of years ago. A lot has been added some things I knew a lot about. Knowing a little about the Brontë family is useful. It's a warm and welcoming museum which "wraps you up " when you walk in. It's not really a place for small children. There is a lovely park downhill which will keep them happy.
Patricia Francis — Google review
Lovely house and so much history we'll worth a visit
Andy Gresham-Simpson — Google review
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The heritage steam railway between Bolton Abbey and Embsay stations preserves the look and feel of a bygone era while also providing a unique experience for visitors. The train travels through beautiful scenery, taking you to one of the restored stations on this route.
We had afternoon tea on the steam train through Virgin Experience Days. It was a Christmas present from my brother so we drove up from Liverpool. Absolutely fantastic day out. The food was nice, although i would have loved plain cheese sandwiches (without coleslaw) to be an option. Staff were so friendly and helpful with quick service. Lovely day out xx
Sabrina Lee — Google review
Had a great experience at the weekend. We had booked the breakfast 1st class dining experience. We were thoroughly looked after throughout with efficient staff who served everything piping hot. I recommend wearing warm clothes if it's cold, the train takes a while to get warm!
dave Ramsden — Google review
Myself and my family rode on the Santa train on 21st Dec. We ended up driving to the wrong place ( our fault) which meant we missed the train we had booked. Of course my 4 children were devastated. I spoke to the very helpful man on the desk and he advised we wait to see if there was any spaces on the next train. Luckily the train crew managed to get us our own carriage on the train. This was amazing as we had not booked to have our own carriage. We had paid for first class where we got hot chocolate, wine, or ginger bread biscuits plus a mug each but because we was put on to a standard class train we were told they wasn’t sure whether we would get all of this. This was all given to us, the staff were all so helpful and friendly and we felt quite humbled that people could be so kind. My 9 year old daughter is in a wheelchair and the staff were so lovely with her.
We were so happy that a bad situation was turned into an even better one then we could of ever imagined.
I would recommend this Santa train to anyone. The elves were so lovely and jolly and Santa sat with me and my children for ages! A lovely experience for all of us. Thanks so much. 5 * 😀
Laura Dixon — Google review
Great Sunday morning in glorious weather. We were visiting for the breakfast train from Bolton abbey to Embsay. We were very well looked after by the staff and full English breakfast was spot on. The train ride was excellent and the scenery was spectacular. Both stations are a pleasure to look round and very well kept. Would definitely recommend this experience.
Karl Price — Google review
We booked a murder mystery on board a steam train as part of a friend's 60th Birthday celebration. It was absolutely brilliant. We had drinks, a three course meal and entertainment from the actors in the murder mystery, which was based on an Abba theme. The station itself is lovely. Car parking is free. The steam train was wonderful. The journey through stunning Yorkshire countryside was a treat and the carriage itself was lovely, all decor of the period. Would highly recommend, if you go get into the spirit, join in and dress up. It adds to the atmosphere and fun!
Diane Gardner — Google review
We had a lovely time. From the breakfast dining experience, to the journey and customer service, it was all perfect.
We even had the opportunity to go into the luxury private carriage and see its full restoration.
Really worth a visit.
My only comment was that I had hoped to see more of a picturesque landscape of Yorkshire, rather than just a Brook, some sheep's and redevelop construction site.
But that doesnt sway me from saying, it was a really nice experience.
W M — Google review
Charming steam railway with friendly staff in pleasant surroundings. Trains consist of standard class, first class or first class dining. Tickets are available online. I would personally prefer it if they offered a Day Rover ticket.
Steve Beckett — Google review
Took my train obsessed 8 year old here for an afternoon tea, was absolutely fantastic! He loved it and wants to do it again! Staff were absolutely great too! Lovely day out and the bonus of a miniature railway on site too!
Richard Connolly — Google review
Brilliant experience. The staff were so friendly and helpful. I needed wheelchair access, and this was no problem. We met Bluey which my 5 year old loved. We have now booked for afternoon tea.
Suzanne Dalewicz-kitto — Google review
We went on the train and had afternoon tea. It was clean and well set out. The food was very fresh and tasty. Slightly too much but given a doggy bag to take home. All staff very polite. For the price it was exceptional value. Definitely reccomend.
The tea room there is great too. We arrived a bit too early!
Fee Ager — Google review
Fantastic experience on the Dales Dining Breakfast train. Comfortable spacious seating in the wonderful dining carriage and great food, served by friendly and attentive staff.
How pleasant to be hauled by steam through the spectacular countryside while eating. Plenty of time to explore Bolton Abbey Station at the run around too.
Can't wait to return and try one of the other dining experiences on offer!
Richard Robinson — Google review
I've knocked off 1 star of what would be a five star review, for food quality. I want to focus on the positives since my last visit here. The staff are wonderful and I am full of admiration at what the volunteers have achieved. The 2 stations are amazing and the experience in the first class carriage was regal. I wish the line ran further. The breakfast however was very average. Bacon barely cooked, cold beans , rock hard toast that snapped. For a premium experience we both felt the food was below par, despite excellent service.
Neale David — Google review
Wow 😲 🎅🚂 what a fantastic adventure on the Polar Express 🙂
We bought tickets a couple of months in advance, the drive to Bolton Abbey from Doncaster was circa 1hr 30, and upon arriving we were guided quickly and easily to a parking 🅿️ bay.
A short walk to the entrance to sign in with our E Tickets to hand and then into the marquee to listen to some lovely live music and a polar express themed play. At the end of the short play, you leave the marquee onto the platform and the steam 🚂 train rolls up!
Lovely setting inside and plenty of space around the table - the staff, actors and actresses were brilliant and our 5, 8 and even the tweenager (12) enjoyed the singing and script+ the Hot Hot Hot Chocolate was my favourite 🙂 and the yummy cookie 🍪 went down well with the hot chocolate.
We were on the train for approx. An hour and a bit, it flew by so quickly!
Back at Bolton Abbey there was a small café serving coffee, tea, cakes and sandwiches. And just outside was a brilliant burger, pizza and hotdog 🌭 van, everyone we came into contact at Bolton Abbey were super friendly and full of smiles, which added to a massive positive experience!
We'll hopefully come back again, just to taste a bit of Christmas Magic 🪄
Thanks to everyone for hosting us ❤️
If you found this review helpful please give it a like ❤️👍😍
Shane Smith — Google review
Not happy that an email explaining that a diesel loco would be used arrived in my inbox 2 days before departure with the heading ' confirmation of your booking'. It is pretty important to most travellers whether or not they get the steam train they are expecting. Booking confirmation emails arrive by the ton every day and, of course, it did not look important enough to read whilst on holiday. There was also no 'press here to cancel for a refund'. It would have been easier for me to get a Durham to Newcastle diesel with much better views, instead of a crawl through the blackberry bushes and new housing builds. Staff were lovely, journey was not. Not worth either the price or the 3 hour journey. A very rare negative review from me. Sorry.
Mike Whitehouse — Google review
We used a travelzoo voucher bought for someone who was unable to. The train ride was fun, the cafe at the end warm and cozy. Picked some flyers for murder mystery and Fawltey Towers events. Saw another train with passengers enjoying afternoon tea.
Julia Devine — Google review
Today my husband and I brought our family with children aged 1, 2, 12 & 21. What an absolutely delightful day we had. We booked the Peter Rabbit adventure. My 1 year old was mesmerised. He loved the character high five and was so intrigued with the views as the train railed through the beautiful hill. My 2 year old, usually hard to please was engaged and taking part. The staff were so friendly and I loved the fact they were all in uniform, even the man at the signal box half way back to the station. All the little touches really matter. We decided to have a snack at the station, the service was fast and the food was great. We are very much looking forward to our return journey in December for the Polar Express adventure.
Jo Dye — Google review
I went on The Polar Express from Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway on the 20th December with my family.
I would like to start by saying how good The Polar Express was. From the car park attendants to the performance in the tented area (which was amazing!) it was run very good and I was so impressed.
In the lead up to the night, I was so excited for my children to experience The Polar Express as it’s our first time doing something like this. I was telling everyone I work with about it and how excited I was for my children.
It was so enjoyable until we got on the train. The only thing I can say is that I had paid a lot to be insulted!
It started off great, dancing and so enjoyable. Then when one performer came to talk to us at our table, they did not like it because I (an adult) would not play along with sarcastic insults, I was bubbly and I really wanted my children to enjoy it, but apparently this was not enough.
The focus on the performer seemed to be on me, instead of my children! They came to our table and straight away they said to us that “I can’t deal with you” (me an adult), I was asked “are you a shy person” and then said, sarcastically, to my family “are you a shy family”, this confused my young daughter as she didn’t know what to say. I was dreading for them to come to our table again.
I was trying my best to make sure my children were happy, but every time the performer came to the table, I dreaded it. It was like I could not see to my children as I should have focus on them at all times. It made me that uncomfortable that I contemplated getting off when the train stopped and making our own way back to the station.
My wife recalls the performer saying “I feel at home making him uncomfortable”. From my understanding of other people’s experiences online and other people’s videos and also how other families on the carriage was being treated differently to us (engaging with the children) I did not expect it to be like this.
From the one performer there was no interaction with my children, like there was for the other families on the carriage, the performer just seemed to take a dislike to me and ignored my children throughout the experience. After being on the experience people have asked me if we enjoyed it, my response was “it was brilliant, but it was ruined by one performer”.
I would like to stress the other performers were brilliant and very professional and the rest of the experience was amazing however we was really let down by the above and felt it ruined it as a whole for my family, to the point I would never pay for this experience again.
If you're looking for an unusual day out, The Forbidden Corner is perfect. It's filled with quirky sculptures and buildings, making it a fun family attraction.
Amazing place to visit for all ages, we were a group of adults and found ourselves having as much fun as the kids! Hard to put into words what you can expect here and pictures really don’t do the place justice as I found the real experience to be even better. Make sure you go round a few times as you will almost certainly come across something new. We will definitely be coming back when we get the chance and I hope there is plans for expansion. A true hidden gem!
Harry Cook — Google review
Such a wonderful day out lots for the children to explore!! You definitely need a good few hours to get around and see everything!! There could be more signs to indicate small tunnels or 1 way systems to help prevent traffic, we went during the school holidays and it was quite busy but we still had lots of fun !!
Josie Anslow — Google review
Been meaning to visit here for years and when i eventually did, it was everything i hoped it would be and more!
Loved all the quirkiness and some bits of adult humour too 😊 Great day out , cafe had a good choice of food & drinks as well.
Zed B — Google review
Great place to visit. Brought our daughter in 2006 then oldest grandchildren 2019 and just brought all 3 of the grandchildren. Every visit was fab and saw parts we hadn't before. Definitely planning a return trip.
Donna Sheavills — Google review
Took the family for an adventure, and boy, was it!! My 2 are 4 and 8 and loved it!!
There are so many hidden features!! We all loved exploring, getting lost, and going in circles!! There are a couple of scary bits for younger children, the mausoleum, it has the haunted house vibe!!!
We had a great time and probably missed bits!!
There is a cafe near the entrance serving hot/cold food with ample seating and a snack shack in the attraction.
There is a play park too if the kids have a bit more energy!!
You can walk around with a pram, but if taking very little ones, i suggest a sling to explore the best bits!!
A great time!!
MegaBornlucky — Google review
We weren’t really sure what to expect from the forbidden corner as we tried to find out as little about it as possible before we went, and we were really pleasantly surprised.
This is a charming attraction that is greater than the sum of its parts. From the size as viewed on a map you’d be forgiven for thinking there wouldn’t be much to hold your attention, but it does an incredible job of taking a small plot of land and making it feel much larger! The paths are cleverly laid out to give you choices of where to go at every turn, and glimpses of things to come.
Overall I cannot recommend the forbidden corner enough. It’s great for families, children, and adults.
Leah Newton — Google review
The Forbidden Corner is a fantastic experience with a lot to explore. My group had two kids and 6 adults, and we spent around 6 hours exploring the gardens.
There is so much to find and there is exciting hidden passages.
My favourite was the underground rat bar!
Alex Maddison — Google review
My family and I had a great time at The Forbidden Corner. There was so much to see and do that we had to go around a few times to make sure we didn't miss anything. We even got lost a few times, which was part of the fun!
The gift shop was a bit expensive, but there were some small toys that were more reasonably priced. We collect magnets from places we've been, and we found some that were a good price. Overall, we had a great day at The Forbidden Corner and would definitely recommend it to others.
Joshua Westoby — Google review
Always an adventure when we go to forbidden corner. A nice day out with plenty of fresh air. The place is packed with curiosities which makes it simply amazing. But kids and adults will love this place. There's plenty of parking so that shouldn't be an issue. You will have to pre book your tickets online which is fair enough. There are toilets there and a cafe but we took a picnic and just chilled. 100% recomend this place
Paul Barwick — Google review
Awful! Far too busy even though you buy a pre booked timed ticket.
In a place like this, there needs to be a one-way system and clearly marked route to make the experience enjoyable.
It was absolute bedlam in some of the confined areas, i would go as far as saying it's a big health and safety risk. No staff managing the routes.
Good views from the high points though.
Andrew Bickle — Google review
Very busy was Bank Holiday Monday
Quite a drive for us just over 2 hours . Lovely place but not much information of what we actually should be doing. You get a leaflet but it's not much of a map to find the hidden features. I understand its a find what you find but we just found our selves getting frustrated walked round n round and ended up at the end missing half of it xx
Krystyna Bolton — Google review
Great experience for old, middle and young! We went during Halloween and my 4 year old loved it. Loads to explore and enjoy, even on a miserable afternoon. We will definitely be going back
Hannah Allen — Google review
Fabulous day out, all the animatronics are brilliant, the little water features that try to squirt at you are fun, gorgeous gardens to get lost in, really lovely sense of adventure about the whole thing, even when it's busy everyone is focused on their own explorations which leads to a great time. The little secrets and hunts are amazing, the cafe and gift shop are quite large and the food on offer is a good price and decent quality, couldn't have asked for a better day
Aaron Reville — Google review
It's always exciting to visit here. We love coming to the Forbidden corner. On this occasion we had to try and find santa so it was extra special for our 5 year old daughter. This was our 2nd visit and there was so much we hadn't seen on our 1st visit. We still haven't found all the coin letters either. Looking forward to going back again in the spring time. The weather wasn't the best on this visit but it really didn't matter, in fact it added to the experience. One thing to note is that most people don't get any phone signal here so make sure you inform anyone that you'd probsbly be uncontactable. For me it personally it was bliss
S Steele — Google review
Lovely day out. Lots of adventures for small kids and big kids alike. Mazes indoor and outdoor exciting things to see and do along the way through a magical and mythical adventure. Loved it as did the little one. Has a cafe food outlet on site ample parking toilets and gift shop. The views of the area are stunning from certain vantage points. Don't want to give too much away with the photos so it's a suprise for you all.
Bri Willo — Google review
Unique. Great place for all ages, odd thing to see, great view. Interesting and just something unique around every corner. Found all the gold coin. Have fun.
Koi-Ko Withers — Google review
We last visited 2019 and we're looking forward to coming back. The forecast was a little grim however we got lucky. Had such a great time. Lots to see. Trying to impress 2 teenagers isn't easy but they loved it.
Staff were all great and I love how well priced everything on site is. Honestly so refreshing when everywhere else seems to take advantage of a captive audience. We used the cafe twice, nice and clean with a good variety of sandwiches etc. Ate ice creams by the frogs.
Toilets were all immaculate too.
So much to see. We'll be back next year.
Sym Tomlinson — Google review
This place was so much fun! Anyone who thinks this is for kids must not be able to enjoy themselves. It was quirky and amusing and so much to see. Loved it!!! ❤️
Megan V. Walker — Google review
The best place to take kids - went when I was a kid & then took my kids recently & it was just as amazing as I remembered it. Kids absolutely loved it & had the best time. Suitable for all ages with food & drink available to buy on way round aswell as a decent restaurant at the start
Vikki A — Google review
Incredible, like a fever dream this folly (a nonsensical place of beauty and purposelessness) is absolutely amazing. If you like puzzles you'll love getting lost here trying to explore every route, path, tunnel, staircase, door... Brilliant for the family!
Richard Thomas — Google review
Such a cool, unique fun place too visit.
So much too see, suprises round every corner.
You can easily spend a day here. Theres a cafe and Play area at the end too to extend your stay!
Theres a Picnic area, food is available on site but limited, they do proper, 12 inch hot dogs in a bun for £6 which was good enough for us but not loads of choices (hot drinks on sale too)
The Maze, trail, i dont even know what too call it has some really awesome sights. Just be warned its not wheelchair friendly, or for the claustrophobic.
A lot of dark, narrow, underground tunnels.
We loved it, just giving a heads up.
Theres lots too see and do outdoors too, and some great picturesque views.
Cant recommend the place enough.
M-Acculate — Google review
Absolutely charming place, gives a bit of fantasy and adventure for any age. Highly recommended following the checklist on the brochure or downloading the app for extra interaction. Would have loved to come as a kid and play pretend for hours!
CJ Gahagan — Google review
Absolute gem! This place is just as much for adults as it is for kids - the Forbidden Corner makes for a brilliant, different, and memorable day out. Utterly charming, I can’t recommend enough.
Winnie — Google review
Wow. What a wonderfully strange place!!! My whole family enjoyed the day... mum dad and two boys age 7 and 4.
vanessa hirst — Google review
Utterly charming. I have wanted to go to The Forbidden Corner for years. I was not disappointed. It is clearly a labour of love, a kind-of piece of outsider art. A chaotic gardens with surprises and clever twists and turns. The Forbidden Corner really comes alive once you discover the network of tunnels, cleverly designed to disorientate and delight you in equal measure. There are moments of suspense, shock, hilarity and pleasure to be found. It made me feel like a little kid. Fortunately my actual kids loved it also. A total gem of a place.
This award winning open-air living museum recreates northern life during the 1800s/1900s. It features costumed staff, trams and buses, and is open daily from 1am to 4pm (5pm summer). Admission is free.
What a magnificent experience! Went with my wife and 11 year old son. The attention to detail is terrific and the transport around the area is vintage tram and bus. There is building work expanding the site but that is immediately forgiven due to the varied displays. I love that the ticket lets me come back throughout the year and I didn't feel ripped off buying things in the shops. I will bring the dog back too and enjoy the scenery.
Matt English — Google review
Had a fantastic day. The historic areas comes to life through the people in character telling stories of how people lived at specific times.
Well worth becoming a friend if your thinking which tickets to choose. The 10% discounts pay back the small extra cost, such as food, fish n chips, bakery, cafe, old sweet shop, gift shop etc. If you are a carer then you go free with the person you care for. Dogs are allowed if controlled and well behaved.
We will visit again later in the year and hopefully enjoy the same weather and experience seeing all the many attractions. You do need reasonable weather as many areas are outdoors.
We went in the week which can have children from schools. For me this made the experience better especially listening to them joining in an old school type lesson, reciting maths times table.
Last point, would be a great experience if you take parents/ grandparents. They will no doubt have stories to share that they will relate to with the many exhibits. Lots of ride options, trams buses on regular route to help with getting around.
The museum is still expanding so more to come.
David Hunter — Google review
Fabulous place and so much to see and experience. We only managed to get around half of it. Good accessibility for wheelchair users with a bus that can be requested to take you between areas.
Go early and make a day of it. It was really interesting. I just wished we lived closer 😞
Diane Gilmartin — Google review
Wonderful step back in time for all ages. Really enjoyed it but the only draw backs were the queues for everything. Couldn't get near the bakery, confectionary, fish and chip shop etc. The staff were so lovely and helpful. The year ticket is a great idea because you need more than one day to see it all.
Buy tickets online as buying at the entrance can take up to an hour to get in.
dawn nosair — Google review
Fascinating place to visit, our first time and all tickets allow you to return free of charge within the year. A great day out for all the family depicting life throughout from the 1800s to the 1950s. You can walk through the houses as they would’ve have been,through each timeline. There is a pub, bakers, tearoom, hairdresser all of which you can buy from, and plenty more display shops,a school, and garages to view. Ride on one of the old buses or trams which take you all over the museum and visit the 1950s farm and you can take a tour down a former working mine. A great day out for all ages to enjoy.
Suzy B — Google review
We had a very pleasant surprise seeing something different. We were told by some good friends that we'll like it. Despite the windy day and some showers it was a great experience. My son was very happy seeing old buses and the trams as well as the steam vehicles. We'll return for sure in the summer when the weather will be better.
Adrian Tasca — Google review
Visited Beamish after a stay in Newcastle and so glad we did! A wonderful unique place. Be prepared for lots of walking and any weather! Trams and buses can get you around too. It’s huge! All was good especially the town. Got some great decorating ideas for my own period home! Can’t wait to come back and see the 1950s development currently underway.
S Hunt — Google review
A must see attraction if visiting the area. Purchasing tickets in advance is a must during peak seasons. Your ticket will also allow you repeat visits for a whole year from the date of purchase.
A review on their website will tell you all you need in regards to the various attractions and their planned future developments.
Beamish is one of those places you could spend the whole day exploring and still have more to see. Once on site you can opt to travel on their restored motor buses, electric trolleybuses. or walk! A good pair of walking shoes if choosing the later, is advised to transverse the various areas spread out over this 350 acre site.
Either way you choose, you’ll be treated to a amazing travel through forgotten and living history with period dressed, very knowledgeable staff.
Most shops items are for display only, but a small amount of goods are available for visitors to purchase. The period chip shops and pub are essential to visit. There are plenty of areas to rest and relax. Cash and cards accepted, advise to take both just in case the card payment machine are having issues.
Wheelchair access to most areas. Dog friendly but some areas only allow Assistance dogs only.
Stewart Harding — Google review
Loved this place! So informative and interesting. The busses/motor vehicles were amazing to ride around on. The layout is great and easy to navigate.
The fish and chip shop at the 1950s town was amazing. Everyone that works there is lovely and really knowledgeable.
There was a little steam train running in the mining village area, that was great fun! A short ride but definitely worth a look for any train enthusiast.
Didn't see everything in one visit to definitely planning another!
jodiee myers — Google review
This living museum is brilliant. There are several areas to visit and the trams/buses take you all the way around the site. Everything from different eras has been lovingly recreated to give you as accurate an insight as possible into how life used to be years ago. There are areas from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries including the colliery area in which you can actually go down a tunnel. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. There is so much to see, it's hard to do it all in one visit so definalty worth returning because, once you've paid your entrance fee, you can go back during the following year.
Ashley Huby — Google review
Awesome place, spent the whole day there 10-5pm and only saw half of it!! Really well presented and thought out. A credit to the owners and visionaries that have produced it. A living time capsule that was a joy to experience. The sweet shop and pub are a must 😋
Will deffo be using the free annual pass included with the price of entry to go back and enjoy the rest.
Matthew Rayner — Google review
This was our second visit in a couple of weeks, and we are already planning our 3rd. The best thing about the tickets are they are valid for a year and there is so much to see. We've done the towns in two trips but we still haven't seen everything. You can easily fill a whole day here with the family. The food on site is wonderful and well worth the wait. Plenty of toilets and we love the transport of trams or buses to take you around the site. There's so much to see and it's lovely to see they are building more. Also, let's not forget the funfair. Definitely organise a trip.
S Steele — Google review
Absolutely one of the best places I've visited. The Town was my favourite I could have just stayed there and the new 1950's section looks exciting will definitely be returning to see it. All the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable always willing to chat! The ONLY downside for us was not enough drinks vendors, it was a warm day and the places that sold drinks were so busy with very large queues and few and far between, saying that I cant wait to return.
Kerry Gillott — Google review
This place is amazing. You can't do it all in one day. Try and plan your trip, ideally you need 3 days to try and see everything. At least with the yearly pass, it's possible and affordable. Possibly the best museum in the UK. You do need to get there early, to get the maximum out of your days. Some definite highlights for us the pit village and the trip down the mine. The staff in the houses and shops are amazing and so informative. I really can't rate this highly enough. We had 2 full days and want to go back already. Just brilliant. I should say it's a massive site, they have trams and buses to get you to the different parts of the site, but there is alot of walking.
Gavin Young — Google review
What a fantastic experience, really fun day out, you can spend hours here. It’s so to the point with each era you won’t be disappointed. Many themes are brilliantly put together with items, areas, people, props etc that make each area like going back in time. Would highly recommended for family, couples and history lovers.
Matthew Sedgwick — Google review
So we decided to visit Beamish during the half term holidays pretty busy for a very cold day! Started off at the new 1950 section a nice little addition to the museum then we went to the town bought some sweets and cakes which were delicious and reminded me of days at school only thing missing was custard but bought an extra one to enjoy at home. Had our lunch under the bandstand and let the children play on the grass and wander about up near the cannon then took a look around the town at the dentist, old pub and the train station. Next we went to the fairground and the children enjoyed the rides, some of our group took a tram to the mining village and thoroughly enjoyed that experience. Plenty to see and do at the mining village including a tour down an old coal mine the man who took us down was very knowledgeable explaining everything along the way. To finish up we went to the hall and the children enjoyed writing with a quill and ink and couldn't believe that was how people used to write! Overall the staff were very helpful all dressed in full uniform and remaining in character with whoever they interacted with, the park was spotless no litter in sight and we had a fantastic day at beamish would recommend a visit here to anyone.
Andrew Phillips — Google review
Back third time to this place. You pay ticket and you can back again as many times you want within one year. Clean places and so friendly staff. This place offered a lot and struggle to do everything in one day. Dogs friendly. Some of the attractions you have to pay extra. In pub they offered nice and tasty Scottish eggs. Beers are also good. Book your photographer to get picture like 40 years ago. This time I took grandparents - they really love it.
crafty travellers world — Google review
Absolutely recommend this place for a good day out with kids and family. Lots of things to do for kids. There is a funfair too. Kids will love to see the farm and the animals.
There are vintage trams and buses too which son is mad about.
Ice creams at the town center opp park are really worth trying. Must go on a sunny day to enjoy a perfect day out. Annual multi entry pass makes it even more appealing 😬
Anik Gupta — Google review
Fantastically unique place.
Really captures the essence of the various time periods that they exhibit.
They host frequent events and would recommend arriving early on these days as it gets very busy.
Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a day activity. Certainly something that you can travel 30miles to visit.
LSG UK — Google review
Fantastic museum split into sections from 1800's to 1950. A real insight and really interactive with all the staff in period costume. This is our second visit and your ticket will last for 1 year. Best visit at the weekend when all of the museum is open (our friends visited during the week when parts were closed). Plenty of parking. Don't overlook this attraction if visiting the area.
Daren Kenward — Google review
An absolutely amazing trip back through time.
Multiple different eras through historic Britain from the 1800s through to 1950. With actors in period dress filled with facts and information. Authentic food and exhibits.
I would plan a good few hours here if not the full day, there is a fair bit of walking involved but there are trams and vintage buses for those who don't want to walk much.
Plenty benches and food and drink stops, I would bring a water bottle with you as there are plenty of drinking water taps for you to fill up from.
Forrest Hamilton — Google review
The museum has developed hugely since my last visit (many years ago) and covers a growing range of urban, rural, and industrial settings from the last 2 centuries. The period transport options to get you around the extensive site are great fun and operate frequently throughout the day - although it's also entirely walkable. Facilities such as toilets are discreetly provided in all of the settings, and there are plenty of food & drink outlets, again entirely in keeping with the historic locations so not detracting in any way. Finally, the many friendly and very well-informed, appropriately period costumed volunteers really bring the whole place to life most wonderfully.
Tony Willenbruch — Google review
Absolutely stunning. Interesting for children and adults, immersion in history. Plenty of things to do, good for picnics too. On some stations you can check cupboards and drawers - that was captivating)
Olga Leont — Google review
One of the best outside attraction museums I have ever been to. It was brilliant. Everything was just so real. The staff were in character for the period that you were travelling to. It's a shame that we only had 6 hours. So was only able to do 1890s and 1920s towns and 1940s farms. Absolutely brilliant can't wait to go again. Also the ticket price is really good for a family of 5 £20.00 each which also covers for the whole year. Incredible.
Nick Fidock — Google review
Love this place! If you take your time you can't manage to do everything in the day... we rushed around from time to time just to try and do everything, a brilliant experience for the kids with great memories
Ivan C — Google review
What an awesome place, the kids, dog and me had a wonderful day plodding along (there is transport all around the site but we chose walking). The old mine is an amazing little place, you can imagine the hardship old miners where put through and the hardware needed to keep them alive.
I love the old cottages and the special fireplaces in the cottages and the old town is cool as you like!!
The food, both hot and cold is era appropriate and really good!! Like the pork pie must have had most of pepper pig In it !!
Loads of stuff for the kids to do and the guides and staff are so patient and great at engaging them with facts and tales from the past.
I'd definitely go again, in fact I can't wait
Northumbrian Tarantulas — Google review
We visited Beamish last Thursday, thankfully the day before Easter kicked off. No queue at all to get in (10:20AM) or to purchase tickets as we didn't pre-book. Ample availability for buses and trams on this day due to it being quieter. An amazing way to access each area as some are quite a walk away from each other.
Our favourite areas were the 1900s and 1950s towns. Unfortunately the 1950s farm is currently not open during the week so we weren't able to visit this (if we'd checked the website, we'd have known this in advance). Incredible fish and chips in the 1950s chippy (no queue at all on this day). This isn't finished yet, but they've made great progress so far, can't wait to hopefully see this later this summer. My partner got her hair done in the 50s salon. Great value at £5 to have it styled and it turned out amazing!
In the 1900s town we opted to partake in a traditional photoshoot. We tried to do this in the afternoon, however they were fully booked. The staff told us that it is best to try to book this first thing in the day, as they book up quickly. However, due to a last minute cancellation, they managed to accommodate us. Both guys made us feel totally at ease, which is particularly impressive for myself as I never know what to do when a camera is pointed at me.
We arrived at opening and left just before closing and still didn't manage to fit in visiting everything. Thankfully the ticket is valid for unlimited visits over a year, so we will definitely return! Amazing staff, amazing experience, amazing day!
Jack Betts — Google review
A fantastic place to visit as you can experience history in a way that makes it real. Beamish is just amazing and everyone should go. A single day may not be enough there is so much to see
Gav Jam — Google review
We had an absolutely amazing time at beamish today, the site is extremely well looked after with loads to see and do. The staff are amazing all dressed in period correct clothing and all have wealth of knowledge about every thing related to that period. We will definitely be going again in the future. The ticket price is good as it allows you to enter for a year with the original ticket.
Richard Moore — Google review
Great day out. Alot of fun stepping back in time and seeing how people lived. Got to chat to people dressed accordingly to that era. One thing that stuck with me was how happy all the employees were, it was very apparent that they all really enjoyed working there.
For me personally the highlight was the little hairdressers from the 50s.. There was a lady called Adelaide who was great fun, very knowledgeable and she did 2 very brilliant up-do's in me and my friends hair.. she made us feel really welcome and had such a laugh trying on dresses, shawls and bags then took our photos. Beamish was very clean and tidy. Highly recommended for a great day out!
The Quayside is a great place to go for a relaxed evening with friends. It's got exposed beams, stone walls and terrace tables, perfect for real ales and pub grub. Plus, it's situated right on the river which makes it a great place to watch the romantic sights of Newcastle.
Incredible back garden with a great atmosphere and even more on sunny days. Big choice of drinks and food. Very clean and good service.
Marta Foronda — Google review
Came today during the day, it was great! We had a view of the river, the food was nice for the price, and the service was quick. Would recommend for anyone looking for a cost-effective place to eat/drink.
Sophia Arvaniti — Google review
What a great lovely place this is. It is little walk down from monument metro station and from the local bus service but we'll worth the walk down on a lovely day, actually central station metro station is closer. The people were lovely and friendly,the place itself was nice and clean. Has two beer gardens, one out front the other out through the back. If its not a nice day inside to eat is just as nice. The food was lovely and at affordable prices. I will definitely be back and have recommended to my family and friends already. They have accessible entrance but I don't know about accessible toilets. The toilets were nice and clean, up some stairs 😊x
Nicola King — Google review
Right on the riverside, as the name suggests, you can find the charming building that is The Quayside. There are more tables upstairs if you can't find a seat immediately (just follow the sign upstairs to the 'Ladies' to find more available).
It is fairly dark downstairs even though the electric lights are blazing, especially in the little nook tucked away to one side of the long bar. That said, to my mind this Wetherspoons is really one for a sunny day where you want to sit outside. There's seating to the river front of the building but most outdoor seatig can be found between the two red roofs of the Quayside. This courtyard with long tables, some under canvas, can be accessed via the building or from the back of the property along the parallel road.
As for the facilities, the ladies as mentioned previously is as often is the case, upstairs. The door leading to the accessible toilet and gents is to the far side of the bar, though the gents is not also downstairs as this suggests but up a different staircase.
Christine Adamson — Google review
Just love this place. The view and ambience is stunning. It’s a must have experience to sit outside with some beer and good food. It’s a very fine spot to chill after a busy day or catch up with friends. They always have amazing deals on food and drinks. We had a special meal of chicken tikka with pappadum , rice and naan it was really worth the price.
Ammu Hoby — Google review
Great location! Friendly staff happy to help, clean and tidy. Speedy service on bar and food! Would definitely recommend!
Nathan Dyson — Google review
Gorgous frontage on the river side. Looks like and is an oldy worldy pub with thick stone walls and inside are beutiful beamed ceilings upstairs. Prettiest spoons(externally, riverside) I've visited 💖 yet. Lovely friendly ☺️ staff🏆🎉🎈🥇. Ladies 🚺 loos are upstairs and far away...🙈🏃♀️🧗♀️🏋♀️😂😂.
Brenda — Google review
Love this place. Came to watch the football. People are friendly, prices are reasonable and everywhere is very clean
Debi Darby — Google review
Usual Weatherspoons experience. Pretty easy to order from the app, then drinks are swiftly brought to the table. Except coffee that you go and collect from the machine. 2 coffee machines not working but 3rd attempt was fine!
David Barnes — Google review
This is a truly atmospheric place which has a buzz about it. The staff were really friendly and helpful. I dropped a star on this occasion as I had asked for my steak to be cooked rare but it was unfortunately overcooked. This was followed by an excellent Bramley Apple Crumble but this had a bit of plastic in it! Just little things that let them down but I would suggest still a great place to go
Philip Bennett — Google review
Popped in for a drink when we had some time to kill. Large pub in what looks like an old warehouse. Great location right on the river. Outdoor seating by the river and another large area in an internal courtyard, as well as plenty of seating indoors. Pleasant stop to get some refreshment.
Karen Edwards — Google review
Pizza was great, wasn't cut though? Staff were delightful. 'Warm cookie dough sandwich' came as a slab of cookie dough with some sauce on it. They didn't have brandy glasses either. Outrageous.
Bob G — Google review
It's a nice bar right on the Newcastle quayside. It's great value for money and offers plenty of choice of good quality food. The service was good for such a busy place. The staff were polite and friendly. We sat upstairs in a nice room overlooking the river. Thanks.
Marc Barker — Google review
A very friendly and really big 'Spoon' but with this sth - climatic. The location at the river Tyne is stunning. Nearby all these important, beautiful and different bridges just awesome. Moreover, one of the best fish & chips I've eaten in spoons. During the matches (like vs Villa) the atmosphere is fantastic. Staff helpful. Really great.
kojiki123 — Google review
Pub in a very old traditional style building overlooking the Tyne. Staff are always very nice and friendly. Great atmosphere. The food is fine but don’t be expecting fancy dishes.
Carole TJ — Google review
You'll find it hard to get better value for money than Westherspoons pubs. On this city break it was ideal for a good breakfast. A regular English fried breakfast with unlimited coffee or tea was £5.95. Very quiet when we arrived just after 8.00am but by the time we left it was quietly busy. The location is right by the Tyne and the building might have been a rambling farmhouse in days gone by with small rooms and cosy corners. Just what we needed first thing in a morning. After sightseeing late afternoon we git into the habit of calling in for a glass of something relaxing before continuing to the Travelodge almost next door.
Bob Barton — Google review
One standout feature at the Quayside JD Wetherspoon is its seamless ordering system via the app. On a bustling Saturday morning, my companions and I decided to kick-start our day at this popular spot. The ability to order from the app proved to be a game-changer, especially amidst the frenzy of match day.
Despite the rush, we found a cozy spot and settled in for breakfast. The food met our expectations; it was satisfying without being exceptional. From classic English breakfast options to lighter fare, there was something for everyone.
The app streamlined our dining experience, allowing us to browse the menu, place our orders, and even pay without the hassle of flagging down a waiter. This not only saved us time but also minimized disruptions to the staff, who were already managing a busy match day crowd.
Service, while still stretched thin due to the rush of patrons, remained efficient and courteous. Despite the occasional delay, the staff managed to navigate the crowd admirably, ensuring that orders were delivered promptly.
The ambiance was lively, with the energy of fellow diners adding to the experience. Despite the crowds, we were able to enjoy our meal and converse comfortably.
Overall, the Quayside JD Wetherspoon provided a satisfying breakfast experience, with the added convenience of seamless ordering via the app. If you're in the area and looking for a hassle-free dining experience, especially on busy days, this is definitely worth a visit.
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35-37 Close, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3RN, United Kingdom
The Norman CofE cathedral in Durham City, also known as Durham Cathedral and St. Cuthbert's shrine, is an architecturally innovative masterpiece that boasts a treasury museum. The seat of the 4th ranked cardinal in the Church of England hierarchy, this church sits on a rugged peninsula overlooking the medieval city below and is one of Europe's most stunning sights. Its Romanesque-style architecture is awe-inspiring whether viewed from Palace Green or Prebends Bridge.
Amazing visit, now one of my favourite Cathedrals. Big thanks to the staff and volunteers who were without exception friendly, knowledgeable, entertaining and enthusiastic. Keep up the good work. Sad that the tower wasn't open, but there's no accounting for the weather!!
Lucy Mortlock (Mooosy) — Google review
Whether you are religious or not, Durham Cathedral has something for you. Beautiful architecture, movie history (some of Harry Potter was filmed here), medieval carvings etc. it’s lovely to see and brilliant that it is being restored and maintained so well. I visited during December 2021 as part of the Durham Lumiere and it was wonderfully lit up on the outside. My visit this week was to refresh myself on the beauty of the inside and it did not disappoint.
I didn’t indulge in the cafe but there were plenty of seats and tables that were nicely already out and the prices seemed reasonable. You can take guided tours and visit the tower too.
There are numerous staff/guides to help and inform you but if anything, there are so many at times I felt a bit watched!
This filters into a criticism. The Cathedrals admission is free but you are encouraged to donate (they recommend £5). There are numerous payment points but the one I didn’t like was the desk where they took payment, and people weren’t able to donate or students with no money seemed to cringe past through the barrier system trying not to make eye contact! Having already donated cash into one of the boxes early on my visit, I had to wait my turn behind a queue of tourists making donations and kind of edge past them. I really think this could be made less intimidating for visitors.
Finding Balance — Google review
Wonderful cathedral located in the centre of the city on high ground. The tower is magnificent and the 300+ steps to the top rewards you with superb views of the city and surrounding area. Also the Hidden Treasures museum is well worth a visit.
Richard Wilson — Google review
Very impressive building. Coffee shop, gift shop. Free to walk around inside just made a donation. You can also book to go up the towers for a small fee, maybe next time I visit I'd like to give that a go
Don Limpio — Google review
We visited Durham for the day. We climbed the cathedral Tower & took some beautiful photos. The weather was amazing, giving us stunning views. We had a lovely scone, jam & cream at a little cafe called Cafe Dal, just down from the cathedral. Very friendly owner, it is obviously popular as people were queuing, but it's worth the wait. All the cakes are homemade 😋.
Linda Robertson — Google review
Worth visiting place. Magnificent well preserved cathedral. Once Was a shoot spot for several movies ( including few parts of Harry Potter ). Also there are few interesting old graves in front of the cathedral. Entry is Free but donations is advisable ( to support maintenance), also you can get some tour on payment basement.
Ksenia Maslennikova — Google review
Very beautiful views at night during the lights festival. The cathedral is really very ancient and historical with lot of engraved structures and carvings on the stone building walls. It is a fine example of ancient architecture and the creative calibre of the old artists. It should be preserved by the local authorities at all cost as it represents the history of Durham. Standing on the hilltop with excellent views from the riverside, it is one of the most beautiful monuments of the northeast. It is very near to the Durham city centre and car parking can be found at the Prince Bishop's car park.
Anup Kumar — Google review
A must see for everyone, no matter their proclivity to religion. The architecture is amazing and fortunately this is still being looked after and the upkeep is ongoing and specialist skills are being retained. The volunteers are very welcoming and were very knowledgeable when asked questions. The roof top visit is a must for those not acrophobic. The views are incredible but the stairs will be a challenge for some.
David Kay — Google review
Lots of history here. If you book a tour, you get a lot of information. There is also a museum linked to the cathedral. Nice to walk around the site. Harry Potter 1 & 2 were filmed here too. Harry Potter tours can be booked.
Andi 51 — Google review
We did the roof top tour and it was great - really interesting. Not sure how one gets to do this as a member of the public though, ours was specially arranged. On a clear day the views are amazing from the roof, and the tower visits are open to anyone who can manage the climb! (And Harry Potter movie fans will spot several familiar locations in the cloisters and chapter house.)
Julie Brazier — Google review
Great place to visit.
Great architecture.
Its free although they try their best to get a £5 per person donation out of you!
Well worth an hour wandering around taking it all in.
Andrew Bickle — Google review
A glorious space with a fascinating history. Extremely helpful volunteers to answer questions and guide your visit. The 300+ steps up to the roof of the central tower are well worth climbing!
Pippa J-Cee — Google review
A lovely Cathedral to visit, amazing art work and artifacts. A £5 donation gesture. But, be mindful that it's extra to go into the Tower and art gallery which will set you back £7.50 for each entrance. Overall a lovely few hours spent and the cafe was nice, too. My wife enjoyed the walnut and coffee cake. Would recommend it if in the area.
Viking 1476 — Google review
This was our second visit to this stunning Cathedral.
It's so beautiful and lots and lots to see.
It's been used in some movies too.
There's a cafe (can get very busy) and toilets.
It was very busy the day we visited as it was Easter Weekend but it wasn't overwhelming and it didn't spoil our visit.
I'm limiting my photo posts so as not to spoil it for anyone.
Louise Bentley — Google review
Phenomenal. Breathtaking. Spiritual. Spectacular. So much to see. The cathedral is free to enter however donations are voluntary (they help so if you can please do). Wheelchair friendly. On the grounds of the cathedral is a car park for blue badge holders only. There is public bathrooms. Old surrounding buildings including library, museum and Castle (£5 entrance for tour one every 30min). The cathedral hosts daily services as well as evening prayer. The cathedral is at the top of the hill. It is a fair incline. Lovely walk up to the church passing Lovely shops, restaurants and coffee shops along the way. Great place for all ages. Phenomenal history. Can spend anywhere for 30min to a few hours here.
Christine Lewis — Google review
Lovely Cathedral it was quiet when we walked round but it was New Year's Eve and Durham itself isn't busy. I'm guessing that's down to fears of omicron. Well worth the suggested donation.
Helen Dubej — Google review
Amazing pieces of history and to just walk around this whole place is just mesmerizing, getting to see all the artifacts and knowing a few movies where filmed here make it that much more special.
Really enjoyed the time here with the family and exploring.
Dustin de la port — Google review
Simply amazing and spectacular on all fronts. From stunning architecture that makes you think how on earth they built the cathedral, to stunning stained glass windows and Harry Potter staring cloisters. You have to find to time to visit.
Martin Wright — Google review
Beautiful Cathedral, inside and out with fascinating history. The cathedral has many volunteer local historians who, when available can provide fascinating insights into history of the Cathedral and its construction.
Cafe is good and toilet facilities well maintained.
Adam Cresser — Google review
Its a beautiful cathedral. No ticket fee but one can donate if you like so. The structure itself is 1000+ years old and find many tombs inside the cathedral. One of the most spectacular thing and must see is the musical organ. Also movies like harry potter, snow white and the huntsman & endgame took locations from the cathedral.
Shijo Jose — Google review
Beautiful and splendid cathedral. Durham cathedral is full of history, and was built in the 11th century. It’s the most typical Norman cathedral in England. The space inside the cathedral is large, and there is a huge model of the earth hanging in the middle of the cathedral. It also includes a courtyard surrounded by corridors and was used as a filming place for the Harry Potter movies.
it get — Google review
Durham is an amazing cathedral. Easily one of the most impressive in the country. We paid to climb the tower. It was £7.50 each and well worth it. We'll be visiting again
iestyn pritchard — Google review
Great to visit. Museum well worth the £7.50 p/p. Lots of interesting things to see. Look for the stone mason marks on the limestone bricks.
Karl Chadburn — Google review
What a beautiful place to visit. So much to see in the Cathedral. Amazing architecture, carved wood everywhere I looked. Please if you visit don't forget to look up. The bats had been distributed by the storm a few days earlier and they were flying around the cloisters I couldn't believe how many people hadn't noticed them. There are on this video.
Clarky Clarke — Google review
Captivated by this building and it's history. So grateful I knew so little about it before my visit. I was totally unprepared for the impact it would have on me.
You have to go to this place, it is an unmissable building if you are are resident or visitor to the uk.
Thanks to all the wonderful, friendly and enthusiastic guides, particularly the young man by the huge doors who explained so much about the building's use and architecture, and monasteries in general.
Entry is free but please leave a healthy donation if you can.
Please note that if you want to visit the castle that it is a university and as such has specific times for guided tours. Although don't let that stop you going to the cathedral if you can't make the castle opening times!
Helen Smith — Google review
Amazing place to visit. No charge for entry but there is a suggested donation. You can also book on to go to the top of the main tower. Massive cathedral, full of history with so much to see inside.
David Forster — Google review
We only had time for a flying visit today but made sure that we got up to Durham Cathedral.
As a building it is very striking, standing above much of the city; inside the stonework is so beautiful and the stained glass is breathtaking.
Whilst you are exploring the surrounding ding areas see if you can find the medieval pilgrims route upto the Cathedral as we did. It is marked, but you’ll have to look closely! See the photos for a clue.
Anne Marie Stagg — Google review
This place is absolutely stunning and so magical. It really is a must-see for any Potterhead as Philosophers Stone and Chamber Of Secrets were filmed here in parts. It was also used in Avengers End Game. There are no words to describe how beautiful the exquisite architecture is, and there is plenty to explore. The walk-up to the Cathedral is very steep, but there is a bus from the City Centre that drops you right outside. The staff are all volunteers who are incredibly friendly and welcoming and full of stories about the many features inside the building. There is a lovely cafe and shop inside which is well worth a visit too 😀 It is free to visit but donations are welcomed and you have the opportunity to purchase a candle to light for £1. You can film inside the building but no flash photography.
Sarah Stuttard — Google review
One of the most beloved and monumental cathedrals in all of England. As an American I am constantly in awe of the sheer variety of immense and majestic buildings here that exist in the United Kingdom. Yet even in that tradition, Durham cathedral is quite special, particularly because of the combination of Gothic and romanesc architectural styles. Heavy and solemn arches inside the nave contrast with soaring vaulted ceilings that represent some of the first experimentations with what would become the early Gothic style. Even if you are not an architectural obsessive or a person who finds serenity in being relieved from the myopia of routine through absorbed into the mystical vastness represented by ancient cathedrals, I still greatly recommend coming here. The museum is unpretentious and quite informative, depicting the lives of the monks who lived here before the Reformation, and I also highly recommend the elegantly serene cloisters that are striking enough that movies like Harry Potter were filmed here.
Joshua Fagan — Google review
Being my first time at a cathedral, this experience certainly sets a high standard for future cathedral visits. The details in the sculpting and crafting of this edifice is magnificent. Spent about 4hrs touring this venue and just couldn't get enough. I'd say go there for yourself and find out how fascinating this cathedral is- so much history too!
Joshua Matthew — Google review
Lovely Cathedral with a great history of Church of England. Lovely organ. The service was excellent with great memories of Anglican Communion. Proudly Anglican
solomon fab — Google review
Truly beautiful and absolutely worth a visit. I was not aware that the Venerable Bede was buried there (as well as St Cuthbert). I will definitely come back for another visit.
Tomas Cvrcek — Google review
A marvellous historical place hold the history of 1000-2000 years ago. Wonderful architectural design. Graves of people from history nearly 2000 years ago infront of cathedral . Historical place must visit. Peaceful quit and clam . Secure
Fountains Abbey is an english national trust estate located in the dales of yorkshire, consisting of ruins from a medieval abbey and a landscaped garden with fountains. The estate is popular with visitors for its beauty, history and adventure playground.
Lovely place. Abbey ruins are very impressive. Lots of trails for walking. A little bit steep in places but lots of temples in the woods to explore. The water gardens are beautiful. The visitor centre is a very impressive building with restaurant, shop and toilet facilities. You can even borrow a lock or puncture outfit for your bike.
Steve Gascoyne — Google review
Absolutely beautiful place. Bit pricey, but if you visit on a nice day and stay for a picnic it's worth the money. There is so much more to see than the Abbey. The park is huge and the further you get into it the prettier it seems to get. There is wild deer at the far end. Dog friendly too, which is always a bonus for us.
Becki Hill — Google review
This is a beautiful place to visit. The ruins are amazing, beautiful and haunting. The gift shop is very good amd the coffee shop does a lovely range of cakes. Take your own picnic if it's a nice day.
beth watson — Google review
Great place for a family visit. Facilities near the entrance are spot on, with a good size restaurant, toilets and shop. Then there is a lot to explore, with a play park for the children, just after the entrance, then on to the abbey itself (very impressive) and walks through the grounds and formal gardens. There’s a lot of walking involved, but accessible with buggies. Lots of space for the little ones to run around.
Allan Stelmach — Google review
A truly magical place in Yorkshire. It was wonderful being able to wander the grounds. Was a bit surprised at the entry ticket price but it's definitely worth it for everything you get to see. Really great trip for families or anyone that wants a good hike.
Maya S — Google review
The scale of the place will surprise you; expansive park, grand lakes and huge ruined abbey. Plenty of toilets and cafes or bring your own refreshments. The triple decker chocolate sponge was great!
Gordon — Google review
First visit back here for quite a while and is as beautiful as I remember. The Abbey is amazing and evokes thoughts of what it must have been like in its day... very spectacular. The water garden too is a lovely walk. The lakes were a little clouded over with algae and weed probably due to all the hot weather this year but nevertheless it still looks great. Lots of walks with lots to see and do... a must National Trust place to visit.
David Taylor — Google review
A fabulous visit, easy parking, short walk to visitor centre. Excellent facilities; the cafe was superb with lots of food choices, the gift shop was well stocked. The abbey itself was an easy walk from the entrance and was amazing, much more impressive than photos can do justice. A great day out for all ages.
Isabelle Stuart — Google review
Not been here for years. All beautiful kept gardens. Plenty of walking to be done around the estate. Lots of seats about for people to sit on & if you're not very mobile you can hire a motor scooter. There's some gorgeous views from the tops through the woodland walks. The abbeys ruins are very well in tact. Continue on through to Studley Royal Deer Park. We managed to see some. St Mary's Church is worth visiting too. It opens at 1pm.The water gardens are lovely too. There's plenty of picnic areas & toilets. By the visitor centre there is a restaurant. There's a cafe too in the grounds. We were lucky enough to visit with a free National Trust Pass😉👍
Cobbydale Sue — Google review
We visited this place in the afternoon after leaving Brimham Rocks. This was probably unwise given the size of place. The park and gardens were absolutely amazing 👏. There is ample parking in any of the 3 car parks available, even on a busy day. I recommend using the main one by the visitors centre to start. There are toilet facilities at three locations around the park, but none at the Mill Cafe. There is an amazing playground at the visitors centre for kids, the best I've seen anywhere. The Abbey, even in ruins, is a magnificent place to see. No photograph can capture its true beauty.
Barbara Cooke — Google review
Super National Trust property. Grounds and ruins are a great place to spend the day. Restaurants and visitor centre are good. They had a small but good selection of healthy plants for sale.
Philip Runacres — Google review
We went in First week of September and weather was perfect. It has nice long walk if you park near information centre. Try to park near Abbey car park then it will be easy and short cut. If you are national trust member then you can save £42 for family of 4. Otherwise £17 for adult and £12 for children for entry. There are children play area. 2 cafes. Many places to explore
Travel Zone — Google review
Initially thought to be a bit pricey for entry. However, you can easily spend several hours at the Abbey and the surrounding area. The size is immense. The ruins are spectacular. Staff are welcoming. Highly recommend a visit if you are in the Dales.
Conan Cowley — Google review
Absolutely beautiful place. So historic, in fabulous grounds. Ideal for a wonderful day out. Theres the hall, then the ruins of the Abbey. Great sweeps of grassy landscape disected by the bubbling river that falls into the landscaped lakes. Plenty of car parking outside, courtious friendly staff, a great cafe overlooking the lakes and if you have one you can take your dog. Fantastic! 10/10.
bill clifford — Google review
It was absolutely beautiful!! It was misting a bit when we arrived but, it just made everything look a bit spooky we weren’t too bothered.
As it cost £18 per person we decided to just join The National Trust for £120 for the year for both of us with no issues. It was an effortless process that allows us access to many site and parking areas for 365 days.
We enjoyed the trails, nature, and all the pheasants around the grounds. The abbey is truly magnificent and worth visiting. We will have to come back in the summer when the weather is nicer.
The abbey looked beautiful with the autumn leaves and the misty rain so, we feel like it was worth the visit!!
Tesha B — Google review
Great place for a day out if its sunny. Only fault I found was the lack of benches to sit and rest especially if you are disabled and can't walk for any great distance
J.J. P. — Google review
Great place with lots to see and many different walks to choose from. The Abbey is spectacular and has an amazing vibe thanks to the jackdaws and pigeons nesting there in nooks and corners. Well worth the money, as you'll spend at least half a day exploring!
0MissJackal0 — Google review
Great little heritage site just outside Ripon even if it is a little on the pricey side (£19 for an adult ticket).
You need a whole day here even though we went for an afternoon.
The Abbey ruins are well worth a visit and I'll be back to check out the rest of the park at some point .
Hamid — Google review
The Whole Abbey is well preserved. Before entering the Abbey ruins, kind staff will suggest which route to take to see more. The Abbey is well distributed, every point is very close, and it is easy to find restaurant and toilets. Walking along the map, the scenery is always beautiful. I went to take photos at places with lake views, and the photos I took seemed to be connected to the sky and the earth. The Abbey ruins are very large, you need to reserve 2-3 hours, and it is very suitable for a family. It’s an amazing place.
Maize Kwan — Google review
Great location to lose the day. Very nice walks around the grounds with many interesting attractions to see. The cathedral and immediate surroundings were most impressive, great to explore, and access the ruins whilst learning the history of the area from the time it was built through to its dismise. The estate is much larger, with numerous pathways to choose from. There are also a few cafes scattered around, serving hot drinks and some light bites.
Nick Johnson — Google review
A huge, beautiful area to explore. Entry is quite expensive if you don't have NT membership, but you can easily fill a full day here and still want to return. The children enjoyed the craft session that was on in which they made little lavender pouches. The Abbey itself is magnificent and so much bigger than we expected. There is a lovely walk over to the water park too. There's also a deer park, but we didn't walk through there as it had already been quite a long walk for small children.
There are 3 cafés on site and we enjoyed a nice lunch at one, and drinks and ice lollies at another. There were vegan and gluten free options at them.
A wonderful site which we'll definitely be visiting again.
Illona Kell — Google review
This was our second visit to fountains abbey, both times with children under one. I enjoyed visiting again, the place is huge, there is tons to see and you can easily spend all day looking around the beautiful grounds. The abbey itself although much a ruin, it's great to explore and wonder what it must have been like as a complete building
The RHS Garden Harlow Carr is one of the only 4 gardens managed and graded by the Royal Horticulture Society. It's a 30 acre site in Harrogate that is open to the public for a stroll through and has a range of different gardens reflecting the Yorkshire landscape. There are also tea rooms, boutique shops, and tours on offer.
Visiting here for the first time, I enjoyed walking around the gardens and arboretum and taking in some much needed fresh air.
There is ample car parking here but it does get busy at some times of year and the queue for the main tearooms was very large.
It will be good to go back as the seasons progress to see how the garden blooms. There are also a number of works being udnertaken which will enhance the experience.
Dermot Tuohey — Google review
Beautiful garden. Majority of the grounds are wheelchair/mobility scooter accessible. Lots of benches to sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Ample parking, and a Betty’s on site- made the day a really special treat. The plant shop and gift shop were well stocked, and came away with a lemon tree! Just wish it was a bit closer- had a glorious day.
h baxter — Google review
Back again. Membership is truly worth it. Nothing beats this place in my eyes. The beds are to die for and your head is on a constant swivel. As soon as you walk into the gardens you feel at peace and its so good for the mind. The garden centre and shop have everything, although quite pricey and a fat rascal from the Betty's on site tops the day off perfectly.
Damian Glover — Google review
A beautiful pleasure garden within easy reach of Harrogate. Take public transport to get a significant discount on your ticket. I went in early spring and maybe didn’t see it at its best, but still enjoyed the heather display and the early bulbs. The library is also worth a visit! Avoid the main Betty’s tea room; too crowded and overpriced. I had a lovely tea plus scone at the stand in the gardens.
Will Beharrell — Google review
We had a lovely visit to this garden. Even though it was early Spring there was a lot to see. Betty's cafe is well worth a visit but be aware there are queues to get in sometimes. There is a lovely outdoor cafe though. Children are well catered for too with a nice play area & a trail to follow.
Eunice Spence — Google review
We had a fabulous day out today. The gardens were huge and had a good mix of woodland area and gardens. Our children enjoyed the Easter egg hunt and tried hard to find all 30 eggs! There's fabulous food with Betty's on site as a cafe and kiosks. There were areas to see wildlife and there were a few play areas for the children to go on as they walk round. Definitely worth a visit!
Laurence Bragard — Google review
Would have been happier if they charged less for off-season tickets. Only some parts of the garden were beautiful (like in my photo) but not the whole park. I expected to see colorful flowers everywhere but it wasn’t the case. We walked quite some distance with nothing much to see. Don’t expect too much or come later in the year. Maybe it would be more worth it if we had visited this place in Summer.
Yuki Tachaya — Google review
Visited for the glow event and it was a fun festive evening for the whole family. The gardens looked amazing, the light trail is really well done and the spiced rum hot chocolate towards the end was spot on. From four year old to grandparents everyone had a lovely time. The bubble man was particularly enjoyed and great that the shop was kept open late for the event.
Kate hughes — Google review
Very helpful staff. Used the tramper, but I think it would be good for the staff to try them out. Some of the inclines were steep, with adverse cambers. You have to experience it to understand how frightening some of it was.
That said the gardens were lovely, still undergoing work. Excellent embroidery display in the library and Japanese Gallery.
Sharon Holden — Google review
What a fantastic day. Never been before and well worth the visit. Fantastic gardens lots to see, nice stroll around all the areas with all in bloom, so many ideas for home. Cafe was busy, but Betty's had stalls in the garden, food was great and enjoyable.
Paul Garland — Google review
Absolutely beautiful gardens! Been visiting for many years now and it never stands still. Always new borders and different sitings for plants. You could never get bored. Changes made every time you visit. Lots of seating for a picnic or just a rest overlooking the amazing trees and flowers and ponds. Streams running through too. Definitely worth visiting.
maxine storr — Google review
A lovely place and very pleasant for a few hours out. At the moment (August 2023) there seemed to be quite a bit being redeveloped/dug up so although that’s good in the long term there are a few bits which aren’t as nice as they could be. Highlights are the tropical garden (on the right after the entrance) and walking by the stream. Good for prams and excellent baby changing facilities. Plenty of places to sit and eat a packed lunch or food/coffee from the cafes. There’s a good size playground for children.
Elizabeth Elliot — Google review
We were really impressed when we visited. The grounds are beautiful and well looked after. There are several places on site for eating and drinking and a well stocked shop with lots of books for children in particular. We had great fun exploring the grounds, there was so much to see. The kids loved the playgrounds. Definitely worth a visit!
Adam B — Google review
Beautiful walk. I was working there so not sure of entry fee. Lovely gardens, gorgeous buildings and a wide range if plants. If it was closer to me where I live I would definitely take the Mrs there!
Dan — Google review
Such a wonderful tranquil, beautiful garden with a variety of plants, trees, shrubbery. I visited when the succulent and cactus exhibition was on by the British cactus and succulent society, it was so great to see all the various different plants including some award-winning cactuses. I would definitely recommend visiting as it's a memorable experience for outdoor lovers and UK explorers.
S B — Google review
I was lucky enough to be invited to visit the beautiful gardens today. Absolutely gorgeous with lots of flowers already blooming.
Donna Bailey — Google review
Really well looked after, have joined for the year as it looks different in every season and relaxing place to go, all staff really nice looking forward to their cafe opening soon.
Maggie Young — Google review
Beautiful gardens, offering Betty's cafe, well maintained and deserving repeat visits as the seasons change
Ken Sherwood — Google review
Wonderful place to wander round. Kids areas were busy but not too bad. Free parking appreciated. Nice to see they had taxi drop off spots too. Betty's only to eat at on site at the moment, both with a queue but good service - suggest the one inside the grounds as there are many benches to eat alfresco. Arboretum was glorious and quiet. Enjoyed the succulent and cacti show.
George Lovely — Google review
Great day out with beautiful flowers and surroundings. Walked the whole park. Great vibe. Well set out. Great for young and old. Will be back in the summer!
Talal Mansy — Google review
April / Easter was a beautiful time of year to visit RHS Harlow Carr as the vast majority of the azalea and rhoddendrons were in full bloom. We took away this beautiful plant (£10) which was like a snowdrop but from a different family, hoping it multiplies.
Dougie Stirling — Google review
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Cannon Hall Farm is a family-run farm with a playground, tube maze and farm shop. The farm has animals, a great atmosphere and some delicious food. You can book tickets online for good value.
Absolutely fantastic, our first visit and will definitely return, excellent value for money so much to see and do. Baby donkeys and miniature foal just melted my heart.
Farm shop superb, we even saw Farmer Rob driving the tractor 🚜
Well worth the long drive for us
Diane Raven — Google review
Called on a Sunday afternoon after 3pm. The farm was just emptying and wasn't very busy. We made our way to the rare breeds she'd as our daughter loves the Highland cow and didn't know they've a calf there. We passed our way through the pigs and there was some young piglets that were only born yesterday. Further down the pigs got older and we arrived at the goats, alpacas sheep and Highland cows. They were amazing and our daughter loved them. We visited the insects and the other animals. The Mammals display up by the roundhouse was partially filled with new exhibits and will be great when filled.
The roundhouse was full of sheep lambing and we arrived just after one had just had 2 lambs. The toilets were clean and there were plenty of places for drinks and food. The play areas for kids are great. They do sheep and ferret racing.
Overall it was a great place to visit and worth it.
Andrew Sykes — Google review
A beautiful gem in Barnsley, parking was simple and easy . Paying only £1 for two hours parking ( Great value for money).
Beautiful walks, follies , 2 cafes , and an amazing Walled Garden where you can enjoy tranquility , amazing shrubs and flowers . Along with a fantastic collection of fruiting pears trees , vine and exhibition space .
Hidden areas with picnic tables , ideal for a family gathering in a peaceful setting.
Dog friendly , with lots of open space to let your fur babies run and enjoy a good sniff . Along with places to give your dog a drink of water .
Well worth a visit for all ages , with wheelchair accessible pathways , grassy walks , 2 toilets facilities, the main house , benches to sit and take in the views and peace .
Also numerous bins for your waste .
John Charles — Google review
We haven’t visited Cannon Hall since our children were kids Possibly nursery age.
We visited with our grandson and I barely recognise the place.
Heavily invested in updating modernising and just generally making the farm accessible for all.
Really good how are you can get so close to the animals without bothering them, definitely value for money experience with kids of all ages.
My only slight grumble was being charged extra for the car park, I appreciate a substantial amount of money has been spent on the car park, just stick a pound or two on the admission price and it gives people less chance to have a moan?
Back to the good points, the ants were fascinating to watch, incredible strength.
The piglets reeked but were great. The patience of the Mother pigs was commendable.
The goats, what can I say they were just mischievous and entertaining, as you will probably hear if you watch my video of them, proper stars.
Highly recommend a visit, if you have never been, or if you haven’t been for a while
#Impressive
Dave Booth — Google review
Cannon Hall Farm is such a gem for families! The tractor ride is awesome, although I do wish it was a bit longer to soak in the views. Feeding the animals is an absolute joy, especially for the little ones – their faces light up with excitement! And let's not forget about the reptile area – it's very interesting and cool to see. The parks are massive and cater to everyone, with loads of spots to relax and grab a snack. If you're looking for a fun day out, Cannon Hall Farm is where it's at!
Dillon Pattison — Google review
A beautiful setting surrounding the farm. The animals are clearly well looked after!
There’s an amazing kid’s play area both inside and outside.
The cafe with the indoor play area is so lovely. The food portions are huge, so, well worth what you pay for!
I didn’t like that there were multiple school groups there (which sounds daft I know), as nearly all of the kids were rude, obnoxiously loud, and the teachers etc weren’t doing anything to stop them either. There was a huge group of about 40 that where easily 6+ and they were ALL in the under 4 section, with the teachers just stood watching them. I pulled my 1 year old out incase they didn’t care about where they were stepping as there were way too many of them for the size of the play area… that they shouldn’t have been in any way.
The staff were faultless and very friendly. The shop on your way in/out was amazing! Loved it so much as they had everything: a butchers, a fresh milk dispenser, baked goods, kitchen utensils, homeware, gifts, clothing, alcohol n etc.
We came on a wet weekday and I felt like our visit was quite short, and we’d travelled an hour and a half to get there. Maybe it would’ve been longer in nicer weather, but as of yet I can’t comment on that as we’ve only visited once.
Alicia Tharme — Google review
Can not recommend Cannon Hall Farm highly enough. It's a brilliant day out, with a perfect mix of things to do for adults and children alike. The staff are so professional and helpful and the Farm has a wonderful atmosphere. The food in the White Bull is absolutely gorgeous too.The Posh Fish Finger Sandwich is a must! The Farm shop stocks an impressive range of foods and gifts for every budget. The Farm sell individual or bulk tickets via online booking which is convenient and provides excellent value for money. A right good day out!!
Karen Brace — Google review
Cannon Hall Farm is a lovely place to bring young children, there is some great playgrounds and a tube maze for them to play in. My kids also really enjoyed the sheep racing.
The park itself will keep you busy for a few hours, especially if kids enjoy soft play. Prices can be a tad expensive if getting food / drink in the soft play. Would suggest that if your having something to eat you nip back out to the white buffalo and eat there! (Prices are similar, but it feels a bit nicer for eating!)
On way out we visited the farm shop, was very impressed with this, loads of different things including lots of beer!
Andrew Cartwright — Google review
Absolutely fantastic, not too much to see that you miss anything or everything is miles away from each other. The children's play area is amazing, there's so much to do there. The food places were decent, as expensive as you would expect. Shame the ice cream shop wasn't open though. Sheep and ferret racing were brilliant.
Will absolutely be visiting again, wonderful family day out.
Jacqueline Cook — Google review
Cannon hall farm has certainly grown over the years and has had a lot of money spent on it. There is plenty to do indoors and outdoors and is worth the entrance fee. The farm has a good variety of animals to see but none of these can be touched. Whilst I understand why from a health and safety perspective it just seems to be the main thing children want to do and can lead them to have a good understanding of being mindful around the animals.
Some of the animals did appear a little bored and had no stimulation in the form of balls/ animal type toys. The mongoose’s were pacing which was upsetting to see.
We had a go on the tractor and trailer ride which children seemed to enjoy. Everywhere was tidy and as clean as a farm could be. Plenty of bins around, plus different areas to sit and have picnics or stalls to buy hot drinks, food and ice creams. There’s also a cafe inside the indoor play area and 2 cafes/ restaurant just outside the entrance to the farm. On exiting the farm there is a nice gift shop with reasonable priced Childrens toys and books. Toilets available in the farm as well as plenty of benches in the many outdoors parks and play areas.
We hardly saw any staff around the farm though to converse with or gain any knowledge. We also wanted to mention to someone about the lack of water in some of the holding pens, but the only staff we saw was the driver of the tractor rides and people serving in the eateries.
On arrival you are given a list of times that events take place, such as ferret racing and sheep racing.
Overall I would return as the children enjoyed themselves, but there’s definitely some things that could be improved.
Joanne Macallister — Google review
It was a really great day out. We started with a sausage cob and coffee - 5*
We went with the flow of the farm and saw lots of young farm animals.
All of the animals were quite far away and all in the barns - so it did get quite cramped with viewing areas. The animals seemed to be all in very close proximity also.
The children loved the feeding stations and collecting stamps.
The play area is really exciting for the children, they really enjoyed this part.
We took a packed lunch, which I'm happy that we did as it became quite busy around the food points.
They sell nice coffee.
No bad points.
Ruby — Google review
This is a fantastic place to visit. Everyone is so friendly. The food is great and reasonably priced. There is lots to do and see for adults and children alike.
The farmers are happy to chat about the animals and nothing is too much. It is a working farm so what you see is what you get.
Donna Thornley — Google review
Great space, and walk for everyone, Family friendly place, worth to be your most usual picnic spot for sure! As Myself I will take there my family many more times to celebrate good weather. You will enjoy as well if you decide to choose it.
Hestis1989 — Google review
Would highly recommend this for a day out with kid's. Plenty of play area's for all age's. Great soft play area and food is excellent a little expensive but worth it. Great farm shop. Plenty of clean toilets. Parking is good but you have to pay. £3 all day is not to bad. But its is a full day out.
Gary P — Google review
Absolutely love this farm, went for my daughters 1st birthday, her and my 6 year old daughter both had so much fun, with plenty of animals to feed and look at, and the play area for the kids is brilliant they had lots of fun on them. 100% going back. The only issue I had with the day was it was a very sunny and warm day and while having dinner at the picnic tables there was very very little shad, could do with some umbrellas at the picnic tables.
Reece Hendley — Google review
It's a lovely place with lots of things to do and great for families. It's also a really good price and only a bit extra for a big bag of animal feed.
I will say that it was a shame the tractor ride was not on and that we didn't actually get to interact with the animals as I had hoped as we didn't hand feed them. There was also one very unhappy pig, which I didn't enjoy listening too and it caused some concerns. The goats were mega cute, but there were way too many in one pen. The goats all looked happy anyway, and a person I went with said the staff let them out, it's just so people can see them that they are all there.
I would 100% recommend the gardens as they were beautiful and free to explore. And to also try the milkshake while you are there!
Lucy — Google review
We enjoyed a wonderful day ,at cannon hall absolutely amazing, We meet Farmer Dave ,and Farmer Ruth ,it was lovely to have meet them both ,We had a fantastic meal in the white bull I would highly recommend it food is amazing. The next day we visited the farm shop and bought a few items to take back to Bristol with us ,Well what can I say We bought a lovely piece of beef it melted in your mouth, the best piece of beef that we've had ,just wish we lived closer !! .
Kay Jones — Google review
We had a wonderful visit to Cannon Hall Farm. Lots of parking spaces, paid £3 for all day,this can be paid for when booking your tickets. We also paid for the shire horse experience.
Food wise there is The Lucky Pup cafe which is dog friendly, The White Bull bar and restaurant, they have 2 menus breakfast and lunch to 2.30pm then afternoon menu from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. You can also buy food to takeout from the extensive Farm Shop. Lots of play areas for the children and picnic tables too.
Tractor trailer rides can take you on a tour of the farm. See animals in the Mammal House, rare breeds barn,out in the fields and the round house.
Our shire horse experience was more than an hour with one of the Farm staff .Danny was very informative about all the horses and foals, we got to feed them and be up close to a few. Then the miniature Shetland ponies,so cute. Donkeys and goats too.
The food we had in The White Bull was very good value and the bacon,beef,ham cheese etc was delicious.
The staff all across the farm were really friendly and helpful.
We will definitely be back.
You can follow the farm on Facebook and they do live broadcasts throughout the week. Lots of events arranged through the year.
Well worth a visit.
Denise C — Google review
What an amazing day out! Easy to find and park (you can pay for parking at the time of booking online or at the meters). Excellent value, friendly knowledgeable staff, spotlessly clean (as far as farms go!) with good paths all around (no muddy areas etc). A very wide range of farm animals, rare breeds, small mammals, reptiles and also a new red squirrel enclosure (only one group are allowed to walk through the enclosure each day due to conservation laws, if I remember correctly, which is fair enough!). There's indoor and outdoor play areas which are really very good and well maintained including zip lines etc. As for food, you can either take your own and use one of the many picnic benches, or eat at one of their restaurants (I think there's 3 in total, with outdoor food stalls too). We ate at the White Bull - the prices were very fair, especially considering the high quality of food. We were served very promptly after ordering, probably within 10 minutes, and the food was exceptional with generous portions. Much better than we expected for a visitor attraction! You can tell that the owners really care for providing a great experience. It is not bog standard food, and if we lived closer we would visit more regularly for the food alone (you don't need farm access/tickets to use some of the dining areas). They also serve a selection of beer/cider. There's a well stocked gift shop and farm shop also. We will certainly be returning, maybe even a second time this summer!
Curtis Lodge — Google review
Really lovely visit here on Sunday.
Managed to time it perfectly and saw a Piglet be born too.
Such a great experience and would love to go back again soon!
Caitlin Woods — Google review
Great place for a walk with the dog or wife , good cafe one is pet friendly , nice grounds, excellent museum. Quality food in the farm shop, can be a bit pricey, but most places like this are. Garden center also has a nice cafe and shop. Parking is reasonable.
chris thompson (tommo) — Google review
Recently expanded, refurbed and all sorts of wooden play area items added. We spent the entire day there and still had to drag the kids home. They were having such fun. Worth every penny, with a great selection of eateries to choose from. The gourmet pies are genuinely special.
Rick TheMelon — Google review
It was a really good day out, we got there around half 10 and didn't leave it half 5. Loads to do throughout the day, the food there is really nice I will be going back just for the food for an excuse to visit!! 😀 I recommend Farmer Roberts burger if you are hungry!! Both kids loved it
Dean Bramley — Google review
Beautiful scenery welcomes you in and the place is well worth the money. The animals are varied and healthy looking which is very nice
Upsides: clean, great play areas, lovely livestock, fantastic food and well stocked shop
Downsides: views of the penned animals are all overlooking so it's hard to see them and not just their backs
Animal experiences are expensive which is disappointing
Joanne Tharme — Google review
We visited here for Mother's Day and had a blast. The car park area was swarming with staff. Some were directing cars on where to park, others were taking the £3 parking charge to avoid queues at the booths. Once we had paid, we were handed a ticket to display in our window. Dogs are allowed into the park but not around the animals. There is a dog friendly cafe (I honestly think I've found my favourite cafe in the entire country - with all ages and breeds of dogs) with a great range of food and drinks. There's also a 2nd cafe if you prefer to eat without the watchful glare of hungry fur babies. This, too, has a fantastic range of food and drinks.
The farm itself is spaced out well and is very accessible for wheelchairs and prams. The children's play area is under construction at the moment but it looks like it's going to be a great area for ankle biters to let off steam, in the not so distant future.
There are areas outside (with overhead canopies) for viewing the larger farm animals, cows, sheep, horses, pigs etc. Then there are a few indoor areas where you can see the smaller creatures too. Keep an eye out for the ants that walk along overhead ropes, taking leaves etc from one section to another. They are very busy.
There is a lovely gift shop on the way in/ out where you can find a great range of toys and keepsakes.
This is definitely one of my favourite places to visit. One that you can spend all day walking round or just a few hours. We will definitely be there again soon.
Jacqui Buckley (Sleepy) — Google review
This is a beautiful park to visit for all and everyone.
There is a Hall which holds events and weddings.
There is a museum within the main building 🏫
The park has numerous cafes and a restaurant that are all good in their own unique way.
A farm shop is also on site and has a lot of different products that are made on the farm and the produce is good and authentic.
Car parks are available but you do have to pay for a space.
Disabled friendly including disabled toilets.
Toilet access is situated around the park and there are mother and baby stations available.
The park 🏞️ is vast but the paving is good for old young and disabled.
This is a dog friendly park and there are many bins for scooping.
The plants and trees are set out in such a beautiful way.
I fully recommend this beautiful location for all and everyone.
john el-jeizawi — Google review
All round fantastic day out for all the family. Feed the animals, watch the playful meerkats, dig for fossils, place your bets on the sheep race, in Springtime watch the little lambs been born and much more to keep you busy. There is plenty of parking and a cafe to get refreshments.
LM H — Google review
Had a great day. Everything was easily accessible. Ɓit of a slopes to the top after visiting all the barns. Disabled people may struggle with the slope. Food was really nice. Nice variety to choose from. Farm shop had a good variety. Not just meat. Well worth the visit.
Robert Norris — Google review
Love this place , always visit on my bday in spring to see the baby animals. Busy in school holidays , much better on a week day. Great cafe too amazing home made food
Jessica Wilson (sheaf_foodies) — Google review
Booked entry tickets on-line. Great disabled parking virtually at the entrance, thankfully a dry day. Very smooth pathways, suitable for wheeled motability aids. Some of the paths are quite steep, but plenty or areas just to have a rest. Plenty of places to eat and drink in comfortable surroundings, even one that you can take your dogs in , as well. Well stocked gift shops, and a fabulous Farm Shop serving all manner of fresh and frozen food - well stocked with gluten-free as well.
Very well laid out regarding locations of all the different animal areas - all really lovingly kept, and the animals are exceptionally well cared for.
Definitely recommend this for a day's visit. Definitely go back for more visits as there is always something new to see.
mark howarth — Google review
Excellent day out, great value for money. Good range of animals and a very clean farm. Excellent outdoor playground with something for all primary aged children. Soft play is excellent, really big baby/toddler area and massive soft play for older ones. All new looking and very clean. Nice cafe too. Everything is included so really good value for money! We had a great day out and will be back again soon!
sarah berry — Google review
Absolutely fabulous place for everyone of all ages. Loads for adults to enjoy and loads for the kids to enjoy. All the staff are super friendly and can not do enough for you. They are all very knowledgeable about their areas of expertise and happy to help in any way. The White Bull has always been amazing for its yummy food and now with the addition of the Lucky Pup Cafe you can take your pooch in as well. Always clean and plenty of seating areas inside and out. The farm shop is gorgeous with loads of their own produce to enjoy and other produce on offer. The bakery and ready meal sections are my favourite … and then there’s loads of booze and chocolates!! Always book in advance or on quieter times on the day you get there as you need to pay on line.
Wendy Dando — Google review
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Bark House Ln, Cawthorne, Barnsley S75 4AT, United Kingdom
The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an impressive art gallery that showcases the work of many legendary sculptors. The park is located in a beautiful setting and is perfect for days out.
We spent a lovely morning in the sunshine today walking around the park, galleries and the shops. Finished off with a nice coffee at the Weston where our car was parked. Excellent value for money. Spent £6.00 each which was well worth it for a morning. You could easily spend all day here and bring a picnic. We'll be back soon.
Rob Orwin — Google review
Fantastic day out for the whole family and dogs. Spacious, beautiful fields, hills, pathways, woodlands, meadows. Sculptures very interesting and it's so exciting to walk and almost Hunt to discover another one. Cafes, shops, galleries, toilets on side. Staff extremely helpful. Entrance £6 parking included.
Stunning views. Highly recommended attraction, very close from M1.
Katie — Google review
Wonderful place. I heard that they had some new sculptures for people who have visited it long time ago.
Nice place for a pictures with sculpture and a woodland walk. Actually some good and some funny sculptures, very modern and some of them are mixed style, reminds very known sculptures but has a drop of modern in it.
It is an enormous place I actually didn't expect it to be so big, if you need a walk and don't want to travel far away in the hills it's perfect. Map is bit confusing with all entrances in the footpaths. Not all paths are allowed for dogs.
Can enjoy some drinks and ice-cream in a cafe and ice-cream and snacks for dogs!
The price of the tickets was a surprise for my friend as he said it didn't show you have to pay for it online. But it was definitely worth it!
Nice walk there are some bird peeking stations and sheep around on free land. I wouldn't put white shoes if I would know but that was surprise for me 😁😁
Julya Dovgialo — Google review
What a wonderful place on a lovely day. Didn't manage to get round it all as I was shattered after a 5k walk. (I have the cardiac capacity of an overweight cat !). Tea rooms were well stocked and the balcony was a lovely spot for a well deserved cuppa afterwards.
Lynsey Yeardley — Google review
Great place to spend a sunny day. Good for families, with lots of sculptures nearer to the entrance or not too far to walk but then there's also lots of land and a good circular path to walk if you want to go a bit further. It's easy to spend all day here. Bring some drinks and food with you though, the cafe prices are quite inflated.
Tom — Google review
Brilliant, best experienced on a nice sunny day like we had today. If you want to experience the whole park you will need to spend the whole day and walk some considerable distance. I was there for over 3 hours and felt like I had only scratched the surface. Be aware that you have to buy your tickets beforehand but having said that we bought ours 1.5 miles from the park.
Brian Muir — Google review
Fantastic place, lovely walks in the grounds. Sculptures have changed since we last visited, 2 years ago, so nice to find lots of new ones.
Great if you take your own sandwiches or picnic, you can stop anywhere. There are two cafes but very overpriced, a small pork pie was £4.25 🙄 which I think is a lot. Large coffee ( more like a regular) £4.
We've been lucky the weather has been great on days we've visited. Last week we walked about 9 miles in total around the grounds. Two lakes and scenery very picturesque.
You have to buy tickets online before entry, £9 adult, £6 concession, includes your car parking.
Would highly recommend a visit. 🥰😘 xxx
Joanne Pedley — Google review
Fantastic day out, got here after around lunchtime but could easily have spent the whole day as we did not have enough time to explore site. Fantastic sculptures and beautiful gardens to explore, We loved it and our young son and niece had a ball too.
James Lee — Google review
This is a Stunning place. I was there at lest 2 hours and still didn't get around it all It's a full day kind of visit in my eyes. Defiantly worth it. The beauty of the Sculptures are Gorgeous! Lovely walk around with a Coffee.
Mem — Google review
A great place to visit or meet up with family & friends. Lots to go round and see, with enough sculptures & park design features interesting enough to engage the kids. Dog friendly with a cafe & gift shop to boot.
Matt Isherwood — Google review
This park is just amazing... it's a huge park with more than 80 pieces of all kinds of unique sculptures/statues. A lot of beautifully crafted, and created pieces of art! Each piece depicting their own unique visual designs, and a small portion of history about it. Total time needed to fully expore whole park is about 3hours straight. I could easily, and highly recommend this beautiful and unique park. Ticket prices is not that big only 6 pounds for one adult, but for sure worth it. It's good for families, and friends alike. So yeah my verdict is - 9/10.
Mantvydas ?. — Google review
It was a good day out and so many funky sculptures scattered around the park. You need to spend a whole day to explore all their sculptures and I think we only discovered 80% of them. Cafe has very nice food. The only complaint is their maps layout of the sculptures just a dot so we could only guess the names. If they number them it will helps.
Wai Shek — Google review
Our experience was lovely. We went there with a few family and friends for dry picnic.
Place: I think the place is awesome. A lot of Greenery and beautiful sculpture . It is better to visit in summer as you can stay outside. I would recommend allocating spending 5-6 hours. There is a lake too. There is a entry fee so please check the website before you go. You would need to show your ticket at the entrance so have it handy.
Parking: There is enough parking space. There are 3 car parks and are quite nearby.
Restroom and cafe: there are restrooms and cafe for coffee and food.
Overall: It is a good place to visit especially in summer. Would recommend going here.
Bharat Pokhrel — Google review
We’re impressed with the size of the park and the amount of incredible sculptures dotted around. Every corner had something to spot and this kept everyone with their eyes peeled. Amazing for picnics or simply a walk outside. Highly recommend
Rafa Morley — Google review
Gorgeous landscape, majestic sculptures, decent cafe & restaurant, excellent shop. All in all a good day out! Take wellies or walking boots and have a good romp around the grounds. It’s brilliant here. Food for your soul!
BallyBlighter — Google review
An excellent day out for all the family,you can walk and wander as much as you feel like over the extensive ground with art and installations around every corner. My personal favourite has always been the underground gallery as no matter what the weather or light conditions it's always like an indoor gallery outside 😁
Definitely would a visit if you like art or not as it's just lovely countryside either way
Paul Roslin — Google review
Love this park, and worth revisiting to see guest artists and changes to permanent ones. One of my wife's favourite locations and we especially appreciated the rentable scooters that can be booked in advance. I am disabled and my wife was very sick with cancer by that point, but the scooters let us visit the whole park.
Adam Dyson — Google review
The wife and I loved it. Great place to walk around and get fresh air....
We went with our children..... The 6 year old loved it, running around in the sun. The 12 yr old, walked and talked and the 14yr old walked around, telling me he was bored and kicking stones and throwing sticks...
It's a great place to wall around, turns out that a 14yr boy is bored as it's not mountain biking or his computer.
Would recommend for a family and for couples....
Martin Towers — Google review
A great place for easy walks around the park with some amazing sculptures. They have a few cafes around the park for refreshments plus lots of places for picnics. The main visitors centre has lots of very nice jewellery, all handmade and quirky, not cheap but makes a nice present.
malcolm watson — Google review
Was a lovely day out! Definitely would recommend, particularly for younger people as it’s free depending on your age. It was a great way to spend a day out (for free!). It is definitely long enough to take up several hours. Some parts were shut off due to the weather but that can’t be avoided! The sculptures themselves were alright (nothing all that special in my opinion but for the sculpture enthusiasts I’m sure it’s lovely). Overall, a great visit.
Sasha Felton — Google review
By far my best art experience. I'll definitely visit again. Very serene field experience beautiful sculpture works.
Royal Armouries Museum is a museum in Leeds, England that showcases historic arms and armor from across the globe. The museum is home to more than 8,500 objects on display in six impressive galleries, and it's one of the city's most interesting attractions. Among the collections are weapons and armor from the Tower of London, as well as Indian elephant armor and fencing displays.
Such a good place to go and spend hours, either alone or with friends or families! The staff are very welcoming and friendly. A variety of interesting stories and stuff, from the west to the east, from ancient time to modern time. Some of the displays are just breath-taking - take your time to explore! The shopping area and food area are also good. The food and drink served are pretty decent. I really had a wonderful time here. It is a fantastic place that I would recommend to all of my friends!
Sheryl Yu — Google review
Outstanding. Free entry, great amenities, easy lift access onto each floor. Incredibly well set out and something for all ages. Staff were helpful. Each floor has a different theme and the displays are exceptional. The amount of time and effort put in to set out each area must be immense. Really really great time and have already recommended to many others who haven't yet been. 5*
Ashley Roberts — Google review
It's one of the greatest museum with a great collection of arms and armours of all times where I was lucky to have been! Most of the artifacts are in a good state, and you can trace the development of arms, armours, and guns too. In addition, this museum has a great collection from all over the world, and not only England.
And it's free to visit, so I recommend!
Natalja Ganzik — Google review
We had a very enjoyable visit to the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds. It's housed in a lovely building. Staff were all very helpful. We spent a few hours walking round. Lots to see there. We went just before the school holidays so it wasn't too busy.
Only criticism I would have was that there were few areas that were closed when we went. Bad timing on our part i think.
Overall, it is an excellent museum. Great for young and old.
Richard Kirkwood — Google review
A fantastic museum and a great spot to visit when exploring Leeds. There is so much on display and the layout really works well. You can spend anywhere between an hour and all day in this museum and still find new things.
Matthew Harwood — Google review
Absolutely amazing place to visit, so many artifacts and information to take on board. There was a little presentation on whilst we were there (Yankee Doodle story) and it was awesome! Great for all ages, and interest levels. Would recommend if you're in the area.
Nadine Martinez — Google review
It’s an very impressive world war history themed museum. They display armors , weapons, tools etc. What I love the most is their orientalist gallery. Expected the Japanese part. The items they have collected are quite authentic. You can even see the floral patterns in details. Make sure go check out what time they have shows. The swordsman fighting is definitely worth to see. There aren’t many museums in Leeds and this one is a bit far from city center, but it is worth going. Plus their gift shop fully of toys. Perfect for taking your kids there.
Etheria H — Google review
Fascinating, and sometimes harrowing, journey through the history of weapons and conflict. Amazing displays and regular demonstrations where history is brought to life. A few more interactive displays would make it perfect, but still thoroughly worth a visit.
Nice cafe and gift shop, but also next to Leeds Docks with other places to eat.
Parking at a reasonable price in the nearby multi-storey car park, just a couple of minutes walk away.
O Ozmeister — Google review
This is a really well presented venue that is very child friendly but is equally good for adults if they are interested in the military history.
There are plenty of clear sign posts, parking is in an adjacent multi story car park for the Leeds Dock Complex.
The museum itself is packed with interesting exhibits with lots of information, it is on a number of floors but there are great lifts that whisk you between the floors, the lifts give good disabled access to all the floors and display areas.
There is lots to see and a number of places that you can sit and rest plus some very nice cafes.
Toilets as you would expect in a modern building like this are really well designed, clean and fresh with good facilities and plenty of disabled facilities.
If we are passing this way again we will probably make a return visit.
Alan Holt — Google review
For a free experience the royal armouries is absolutely fantastic. Huge and filled with exciting areas and lots of amazing shows that are also free to watch. The cafe is nice and the shop is great too. I definitely recommend a visit here. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming.
Shannon Baxendale — Google review
The museum was good, a few exhibits missing from the last time I went (20+ years ago). There was much less about how the items were made this time, but an abundance of arms and armour etc.
The only downside was the cafe, very basic food nowhere near good enough for the prices charged.
The gift shop was well stocked and well worth a visit.
It's also worth going to see any shows that are on.
All in all a good day.
Peter Wrightson — Google review
Loved the visit and a vast range of armoury and arms displays from ancient to modern times.
Shows a new view of history and culture across the world
Loved the medieval and huge knights and elephant displays
Definitely worth half a day here and experience different side of world history
Ullas kishore — Google review
Always a great place to visit for families, plenty of information to guide you through, fantastic gift shop. Cafe looked delicious but was busy so didn't indulge. Been quite a few times took us 2 hours to look around, if it's your first time & you visit cafe give yourself half a day, big storey car park available 5 mins away.
Gaynor Weaver — Google review
It's massive and informative! My kid loves this place, spent about 2 hours here. Show tickets run out fast, make sure you arrive a bit earlier if you want to enjoy the live show there
Zoe Chan — Google review
Amazingly well presented display that will take you on a trip through time and across continents . I could get lost in here for days and never take in all the information available , ten out of ten for the staff and the presentation . One thing made me laugh you will see a Knuckle duster Knife and Gun all in one piece of kit . That truly gives a new meaning to if at first you don't succeed , try , try and try again for me . There was a very interesting helmet with metal moustache built in vanity it would seem knows no bounds . In the hunting section I loved the hunter on his Elephant attacking a Tiger . Not nice I know but very lifelike and impressive . The Longbow Man was a bit intimidating these battles must have been terrifying . The Dragon like piece of Horse armour from Asia was cool I thought quite friendly looking in a strange kind of way and his side kick was quite handsome too . There was a live sword fighting display but unfortunately I missed this . Again 10 out of 10 another great attraction in Leeds what a great City . If you are not local I wouldn't advise trying to drive in the Park and Ride is easy and much less stress . I would highly recommend a visit .
heimdal odinson — Google review
Absolutely amazing experience, the staff were so friendly, helpful and kind and even got involved in the all around building entertainment. The cafe and toilet facilities were clean on point and all round spotless and hygienic no fault, credit to them.
This place is a have to see to believe, the history it holds is phenomenal, around every corner over every step is something unreal and different, there isn't a corner where this stunning piece of history isn't covered. They really have kept an era of life and existence truly alive, highly recommended for a full fun packed day.
Although it is free entry, donations are greatly needed and thanked to keep this part if history alive, so please leave a few pound if you can it truly helps. Thanks again 👍
Discover With Bailee (DiscoverWithBailee) — Google review
Outstanding. Totally worth every minute.
Some of the highlight of our many visit:
- A wide selection of everything you would wanna see from the past and present.
- Education rooms with audio and video.
- Staff are very knowledgeable and performers.
- Informative brochures and flyers.
- Kids friendly and wheelchair accessible.
- Gift and coffee shop
- Great set up, sound, video and light system.
- Highly recommending visit their website and social media to attend their educational events.
We have visited during the weekdays, weekend and public holidays. It never failed to amaze us.
Mo Bellamy — Google review
What an absolute stunning and free museum this is. It has got to be up there with one of the best and most interested I have ever visited. It is vast in size and has got lots of interesting collections of anything to do with war and weaponry. I would take a trip back here at some point.
Barag Dawazbag — Google review
Wow..
What can i say, I have been to quite a few museums.. Must say the collection here is unparalleled, great helpful staff , stunning and a must see if you are in Leeds, you Will need a some time to get through all the floors, great Cafe and shop on ground floor, lifts for Mobility affected, would recommend taking a water taxi (£2) from Leeds train station.
Wheelchair friendly and Free admission.
rudey valentino — Google review
Absolutely fantastic museum. I came when I was a kid and it has changed so much. I brought my 3 kids aged 18/13/12 and each of them loved it. The summer holiday program was really fun. The sword fighting demonstration was really fun the actors were great and made a huge effort for the audience. We watched the outdoor horse show in the arena. It was thoroughly enjoyable. Also went to the stables to meet the horses. No entrance fee which makes it a great day out for anyone. Would recommend to everybody. Fun for any age.
Tara Aydemir — Google review
Great exhibition with lots of interesting pieces of armour and weaponry from across many centuries. Good range of shows provided through the day and some interactive exhibits. Thoroughly enjoyed our day there (2 adults and a 6 year old).
Just be aware that the cafes a rather expensive. Although the food is ‘homemade,’ it is quite pricey for what you get. Having said that, entry to the museum is free.
Will Davies — Google review
Very good museum, whether you like military history or not you will be entertained. I specifically enjoyed the temporary gold gun exhibition on the top floor, some gorgeous exhibits there and my personal highlight. Spent about 3 hours and didn't see everything so I'll return soon.
Daniel Volak — Google review
I have been visiting the armories for many years with my children, since it first opened.
We have always loved it .
The presentations, performances and jousting closely followed by the kids activity room and cross bow range were always there favorites.
Today we went as an adult family of 6 adults and 2 teens.
For nostalgia sake lots of displays and cabinets were still the same.
Some areas such as self defense desperately need an overhaul.
It was disappointing to discover the cross bow range is now closed, but they do have plans to reopen this next month. This has always had a charge.
Another disappointment even though my kids are too big the childrens activities room with dressing up and craft activities is no longer there , it looks like a classroom now, probably for school visits.
Jousting is a warmer month only activity and only in school holidays I believe.
We watched a presentation by two people which was informative but a little dull, could do with a little audience participation maybe.
For people visiting for the first time they would have a great free day out
For those who have visited before you will realize it's a little dated and needs refreshing .
There was a new exhibition which we all enjoyed.
We didn't eat or drink but there is a cafe on site.
The shop is well stocked and reasonably priced pencils and pens from £2/£3.
There are good public transport links.
There is a multi story car park which has a charge.
It's very accessible with lifts to all floors.
D B — Google review
A fantastic collection of weapons and armour, and put on different shoes and displays. you could easily spend hours in here, they also have cafe and toilet facilities. Entry is free, although most people give a donation. Perfect for a rainy day
El Monteith — Google review
A wonderful day out, definitely worth the visit. You can easily spend all day looking at the artifacts.
We were lucky to go on the superhero event so there were plenty of shows to watch too.
Lisa Moseley — Google review
My wife and I visited the Royal Armouries for the first time last Saturday. The museum is enormous and houses some amazing exhibitions and montages..
We particularly enjoyed the Asia gallery. It was interesting to compare how things like body armour and implements of war developed in other cultures over the centuries.
There was a live demonstration of two-handed sword fighting by two witty and knowledgeable presenters.
Even for peace-loving people like us, the armouries is a special place.
Robert Wolz — Google review
Wow, what a place! It's massive, and entry is free until June 2024. There's a lot to see. We spent around 2 hours there and didn't get to read or see everything! Very instructive and engaging. I have a lot more images, too numerous to upload. Make sure you leave enough time to see everything.
K V Meher Hruthik — Google review
It's so impressive to see thousands of rich, incredible and well organized guns, swords, armours... from ancient times to the present day. Most importantly, the talks and tours are educational and inspirational. There were many local students and foreign trainees visiting the museum. They were very attentive in the talks and I believed they had a fruitful learning experience there.
Daniel Chan — Google review
Really Good place to visit, enjoyed the displays, sword demo and Talk on Flodden battle. Would recommend to everybody. Don't delay go today. Plenty of attendants to help and advise. Could not get round it in one visit, will certainly go again.
Preston Park Museum & Grounds is a tourist attraction that offers visitors the chance to step back in time and learn about local life through exhibits housed in a Georgian mansion. The museum also features a recreated Victorian street and beautiful riverside grounds where families can enjoy picnics or take leisurely walks. Outdoor activities include an impressive playground with climbing structures, slides, and a skate park suitable for all ages.
A beautiful place for a day out. Loads to see and do for kids of all ages, plus the museum is a great place for adults to visit too. The play park is huge and all of the equipment is well maintained, safe and clean. There is a skate park, cafe and public toilets, which are not the cleanest or most modern of facilities, so probably the only part that I'd suggest needs an upgrade. Further into the park there is a large waterway with ducks, swans and birds of all kinds, with a pier/jetty to sit on so you can feed the wildlife. I have also seen wild swimmers there, but couldn't confirm if it's a safe area to do that. Ample parking which is free, plus butterfly world on site which is worth a visit too.
Geoff Watson — Google review
Had a pleasant afternoon visiting the past with the help of Preston Park Museum. Extra features and attractions were in place to entice half term visitors. It was well thought out and enhanced the visit: Harry Potter Owls, pumpkin patch and ghoulish decorations, even a fairy story station. Lots to discover, inside and out. The walled garden had developed since my last visit and I enjoyed exploring the produce and floral shrubs. To complete the visit we took a woodland walk and enjoyed the Autumnal treasure of the park grounds. An excellent afternoon outing.
Adele Thain — Google review
Visited today with my 4 year old. Was a sunny September morning and was quite busy. However, there is plenty of play space for the little ones.
Lots of parking space.
Public toilets in reasonably clean condition. Nice little cafe on site selling ice creams and refreshments where you can take away or dine in.
Would definitely visit again and go into the museum on the grounds. Would love to explore more of the open space. We only stayed around the kids play park, but it was very enjoyable for my 4 year old.
Claire — Google review
Great place . Only 3 quid a ticket for over 60s . Absolute bargain and the ticket lasts all year. Lots to see. Very interesting and friendly blacksmith. Lovely cuppa in the Victorian street. Then a nice walk along the river.
Alison Wright — Google review
Love this place. A favourite as a child and still as good as it ever was. Plenty to do and see. Great playpark and skate park for kids and these are free if money is tight. Lovely woodland and river walks. A great day out for all the family
Allie Rodgers — Google review
Xmas special evening where the staff were out in costumes and most of the shops on the street open, as was the museum. Good Xmas gift shop and museum shop. Bought sweets, drank hot chocolate and got arrested by the police. Singer on street with Xmas tunes. Guides with torches out to help get from the unlit car park. Frozen paths made it tricky and more staff needed in the cafe. Found it odd that they displayed kids work with one of them clearly a genocidal dictator. Good Xmas fun.
David Jones — Google review
Wonderful park and grounds, the playground is great - especially for slightly older kids with great climbing and slides. Great skate park - accessible for all ranges and the kids can always get out! Good picnic benches - we spend a few hours on one chatting and eating! Lovely walk down to the river, the museum is nice but really didn’t want to go in on such a lovely afternoon. Recommended. PS. Good overflow car park!
Charlie Terwilliger — Google review
Went in to go and see the butterflies at butterfly world
Pros:
- good warm atmosphere
- good place for the butterflies to thrive and live.
- decent price (£5 per adult)
- good fun for the family
- unexpected meerkat display
- koi fish were huge and engaging.
Cons:
- butterfly greenhouse got very warm very quickly.
Emmanuella Udofia — Google review
An absolute favourite of mine for a nice dog walk as will be for many locals, any visitors or newbies to the area will enjoy a beautiful walk whether it’s with dogs, your children/families and even alone. Boasting beautiful views, gorgeous lake, impressive play parks for multiple ages, a skate park, concession stand/restaurant with many areas to picnic whether that be a picnic table on site or the spread of land for a picnic blanket. Onsite public toilets I’ll have to refrain from commenting on as I never used and the museum I also didn’t attend
Sian Hutton — Google review
Fabulous, very cheap day out, yet beautiful and unusual. Butterfly world is educational, interesting, and a different experience at a very good price👍 Preston Hall was well worth the money, and the ticket lasts all year. Fabulous gardens, added bonus was the vintage orchard, never seen one before..and got lots of ideas for our own garden. Lovely tearoom in the mock Victorian Street ( was able to get GF cake!) 😀. Museum, shop, and winter garden are worth planning another visit 👌 Will definitely be coming back. Staff were all very friendly, made for a great day out. Didn't get round everything. Grounds are huge and house a great park and skate park,cafe, toilets football field, large grassy spaces, car park and Riverside. Wow!!!!!
Nix w — Google review
Rainy day but we didn't let that stop us! Wonderful museum, such a good deal for such a low price. The Victorian street is lovely and such a fun activity getting immersed in the old shops and getting some very tasty sweets. My favourite was the gardens. Had a lovely rainy walk through here and it was so sweet - the pay what you feel produce stall too was such a nice touch. Took home some seeds and a bunch of memories 💗
jess mylan — Google review
We enjoyed the museum which is full of interesting items and quirky touches. The kitchen gardens are closed at time of visiting, but we loved the Victorian street with display shops and a real sweetshop and coffee shop. The staff were all lovely and friendly.
Grace Sarfas — Google review
First time my husband and i visited this place it was a fabulous day out family friendly nice coffee shop the museum was very informative interesting though time . Good walks around the park altogether a good day out . The butterfly house was one of the best i have been in lots of variety small and large a beautiful fish pond lot's of koi carp .
Yvonne Copeland — Google review
A little gem on the doorstep, have always loved walking & running these grounds and great for family time with the park and cafe which serves ice creams and food etc, very family friendly with some stunning views.
Always well maintained and kept clean, has ample parking and a pretty awesome skate park too, literally something for everyone here the museum is excellent and educational, the Victorian street with shops is really something a bit special and great to see on Teesside, what a fabulous park for everyone, highly recommended.
Daniel Doherty — Google review
Preston Park always a nice stroll out with the kids. Easy to get to and plenty of parking spaces here. There's toilets near the cafe and toilets in the old street. A couple of cafes also on. Great museum and victorian Street. The kids love it here. Also butterfly world is on site 😁
Paul Barwick — Google review
A lovely little museum with lots to see and plenty of photo opportunities. We particularly loved the Victorian Street. The grounds provide plenty of space to explore and have a picnic. There is also a little cafe, skate park and outside playground.
Sarah Hird — Google review
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Yarm Rd, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3RH, United Kingdom
The abbey of Rievaulx was founded in 1098 by Robert de Mowbray, the first Earl of Northumberland. It was one of the most important religious institutions in Yorkshire during the Middle Ages and played an important role in the development of art and architecture. The abbey buildings are now a World Heritage Site, and the museum contains exhibits about the history of Rievaulx Abbey as well as examples of medieval art and architecture.
We opted for the English Heritage narrated guide as we viewed the abbey. This was terrific for helping explain the what we were seeing in the context of how it used to be. The historical embellishments really helped bring things to life.
The little museum was interesting and provided further detail.
Most importantly the ruins of the abbey are quite lovely in their way and beautiful to look at. All things considered this was a great visit.
Andrew — Google review
The route to the village from York can be renamed therapy route. It was such a scenic and dotted with cute villages all along the way. The village is quaint, green and not invaded by tourists yet. The village has a free parking area that accepts only donation. Walk around the village and you will find yourself transported to a different world. Lots of fowls flying around. Best time to go - Just after a mild rain in spring, it brings out the colors. ( haven't tried Autumn yet).
Balakumar Padmanaban — Google review
Let me just start by saying that you will not regret a visit here in the slightest.
The ruins themselves are astonishing and the little museum is fantastic! I recommend visiting the museum first (on the grounds), this will simply setup the rest of the experience and as you walk around, you may not find yourself wondering what different parts of the abbey are for.
On that note (if you want to skip the museum or do it last), you’ll find lots of different plaques in and around the grounds which will explain the different elements of the abbey.
Overall, for £11 a head, this is a great day out if you make the most of it!
Joey Bower — Google review
Breathtaking abbey, and not one to miss. The cafe is also a lovely spot to rest for a cuppa and cake. The entry price is a little high, so might consider joining English Heritage. Overall, I'm glad I went inside. Viewing from the car park just isn't the same.
Jason Mooney — Google review
Lovely visit especially if you are a member of the English Heritage as it’s not so much as a hit on the pocket. We spent a couple of hours there exploring and learning about its history. Tranquil, quiet and relaxing.
Andy Cruickie — Google review
Lovely hidden gem in Yorkshire, building in National Heritage. Lovely surrounding, nice staff and well cared for building. Worth visit. Great trip to history.
Hynek — Google review
A beautiful place to visit, even on a rainy and foggy day. Greg gave us a lovely overview of the abbey’s history seen as it was quiet, which we really appreciated. Very informative. Highly recommend visiting at opening time in the morning (10am in October) as there were only a few other visitors at that time. The little museum was an excellent visit too!
Lauren Hughes — Google review
Wonderfully majestic place. The ruins are very well kept and setting is beautiful. There’s a little museum with lots of information along the way. There are activities for children to keep them occupied while walking around, eg: There are 8 little Monks to be found around the ruins and stone mason markings. The cafe has a lovely view and the usual butties and cakes selection. There are picnic benches outside if you prefer. The car park is adequate.
Another fantastic English Heritage site.
Fiona Marris — Google review
A nice place to visit for a few hours tucked away in the North Yorkshire Moors. A huge ruin with tiny museum and exhibition space.
The audio guide was really helpful and the museum was small but interesting.
I think a few more seats would not go amiss, perhaps in a sheltered position for those ‘rare’ Yorkshire days when there is rain.
A few more info boards illustrating daily life would have been interesting - the bus load of kids who were visited at the same time were fascinated with what a communal loo for 30 people looked like!
An excellent shop and nice tea shop too!
Victoria Pearson — Google review
Interesting historical place, run by English Heritage. The Easter egg hunt was fun, while exploring the site in April. We were very lucky with the weather, open nice sky with lots of sunshine. The place opens at 10am- It was fairly quiet - it got busier 11ish. The cafe shop was nice, sandwiches and scones etc.
Hill S — Google review
Haunting and affecting spot - a ruin set within a wide historic landscape, with fine walks all around. Museum is small but full of very interesting stonework, and, currently, a separate small but effective and well-displayed exhibit on water use in Abbeys. (Connect with Byland Abbey nearby and then York Minster for an incredible contrast of what is versus what once had been….)
Sach Killam — Google review
What a absolutely beautiful place to visit friendly customer service. Plenty of parking Spaces The lady behind the counter offered us discounted entry to over 400 places across the UK to all English Heritage sites. Definitely recommend to everyone for a visit at any time of the year, you can get the map of all marked locations of where to go. I can’t wait to where we go. Next end of course revisit this beautiful place.
Wojciech Przytulski — Google review
This was an impressive site. Quite large, not too busy. There is something about standing where others had been almost 1000 years ago. If you love your photography, you will be at it for hours to get the one perfect shot........because there could be so many.
Mark Sagar — Google review
Beautiful ruins of a monastic Abbey set in lovely countryside. Well worth the trip to see them.
The main church gives a real sense of scale as to the height and size of what must have been a spectacular building.
There is a shop and a cafe and parking on site.
Lindsay Hague — Google review
This place is amazing! I'd heard positive messages about it before my visit, but I underestimated just how good it would be.
There's still a significant amount of the building still standing, and the boards provide an insight into what it was like to live in the monastery.
I'd thoroughly recommend this place to anyone.
Andy B — Google review
Lovely place to spend a few hours wandering around the plentiful ruins, followed by a bite/drink in the pleasant ‘new’ (2016) cafe. Clean toilets. Small museum displaying mainly stone carvings and some implements found on the site. Car park being improved for more parking.
Ian Bradbury — Google review
Really nice cafe with beautiful viewing area (of the abbey ruins), in case you don’t fancy the £15 entrance fee. Good sized car park (charges apply) and very friendly and helpful staff.
Ian MacDonald — Google review
This is a 5 star place to visit but loses a star due to the insanity of the suspension, tracking wrecking potholes in the car park.
Sorry to the trust but sort out that car park access before someone wrecks themselves and their vehicles, imagine a cyclist or someone with walking difficulties, think you get the point here
Lovely site to visit, nice little cafe clean and very tidy, we stayed for coffee and cake
There is a little museum on site up to the right of the Abbey with lots of history of the place in it
It once must have been such a building in its heyday and thanks to English Heritage for keeping these places for us to enjoy and soak up the atmosphere of what was once something spectacular
As for that carpark.......
Hells Guardian — Google review
What a lovely afternoon spent here. The staff were so friendly and helpful, telling us all about the history and answering our questions. Just fabulous. The abbey itself is breathtaking, so beautiful. Well worth a visit.
Karen Elson — Google review
Rievaulx Abby is definitely one of the best English heritages sites we have visited so far, the site is massive. We spent hours there looking around its located next to the river and a beautiful forest. The site has a very well laid out museum,cafe with outside sitting looking over the site. It’s packed full of historical relics highly recommend doing the audio tour we will definitely be visiting again.
Richard Moore — Google review
Great place to visit especially if you are a member of English Heritage. Good car park and nice, if expensive cafe offering snacks and drinks. The abbey is very impressive and make you wonder how they were able to built such impressive building so long ago. It is also really peaceful and a great place to bring along a picnic to enjoy in the Abbey grounds
Andrew Bardsley — Google review
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Rievaulx Bank, Rievaulx, Helmsley, York YO62 5LB, United Kingdom
The National Centre for Birds of Prey (NCBP) is a captivating visitor attraction located at the stunning Duncombe Park estate in Helmsley, within the renowned North York Moors National Park. Visitors can witness flying demonstrations featuring hawks, eagle owls, and other impressive birds of prey. The Owl House Cafe on the grounds offers a variety of locally sourced snacks and meals, making it a delightful spot to relax. The site also features ample parking spaces and picnic tables for visitors to enjoy.
Great place,some lovely birds an quite a few also, cafe could do with bit more Selection,maybe just chips burgers an hot dogs as only did sandwiches really,they was nice though.
Birds flying display was very entertaining an the handlers of the birds where very quick witted to what the bird decided it was doing..
A nice family day out an I'd highly recommend it..
Steven Robinson — Google review
Really good place to visit. My kids are 8 and 11 yrs old and really enjoyed it, however there was kids all ages enjoying the place. Plenty of parking spaces, situated in beautiful grounds. The gift shop and the cafe we felt very reasonably priced, both with plenty of options. Plenty of picnic tables dotted around the site too. There's alot of aviaries containing varieties of bird species, the bird shows are excellent with interesting commentary facts about the certain birds featuring. We haven't done any of the extra bird experience packages but they sound fab, and maybe something we will consider in the future. Overall a fab day and will return in the future.
Ebony Davey — Google review
This Birds of Prey centre is amazing, you do not want to miss it.. All of the birds are spectacular & each bird has a description of where it comes from with a map of where in the world, it's habitat & eating habits. The cafe is lovely too the carrot & coriander soup was great.
The flying displays are tremendous, seeing the birds ' do their thing' just topped the visit off. Do not miss the gift shop, some gorgeous buys. Just to finish off the staff were friendly, polite and nothing was too much trouble. Thanks for a great day.
Susan Oldham — Google review
A short drive from Helmsley takes you to a beautiful parkland which hosts the Birds of Prey centre. We came in time for the 2pm demonstration. The 2 chaps that brought out the birds were knowledgeable and fantastic!! It was wonderful seeing the birds in such close proximity and showing their skills!! Plenty of birds to see. It was nesting season, so some of the birds were higher up in their nesting boxes. Great afternoon spent!!
Elisa Winstanley — Google review
Fantastic birthday day out here! Watched 2 flying displays, very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Lots of birds to see in their aviaries. Good cafe.
Alison Dingle — Google review
Amazing center for the care of Birds of Prey, we loved our visit.
The flying displays were fantastic and really informative. It was so lovely to see the freedom the birds enjoy at this center and the attachment the trainers have for the birds.
Well worth the entry fee, would recommend and will return.
laurie wilson — Google review
Great place to visit for the family, flying displays are fantastic, staff are very knowledgeable and have a great sense of humour. Look out for the highly amusing signs on your way around. 3 displays throughout the day, each with different birds. Tea room had good selection and great service, gift shop also had a varied selection and some really nice items. Would definitely visit again and support the centre.
jonathan scutt — Google review
Really enjoyed our visit. Watched two flying displays which were very entertaining and informative. Anyone interested in wildlife photography with a good camera and skills will get some great photos.
Recommend for a couple of hours on a good day.
Brian S — Google review
Great afternoon out.
Helpful staff and well worth the visit.
Only slight grumble but by no means a deal breaker was the gift shop. All those lovely birds and then limited options in the shop but that was in no way a reflection of the great time we had. We will make sure to be back!
Laura Spence — Google review
Superb Bird of Prey centre with a wide range of domestic and foreign birds. Excellent flying displays with the birds encouraged to display natural behaviours. This was our second visit and it's a must to go again next time we're in the area.
Alan Davis — Google review
We arrived just as the last display was on. Lucky enough to watch the black kite display ( brilliant). 2 displays daily late morning and 2pm. Staff very friendly with great advice and information. Gift shop and toilets on site. Plenty of birds to see in their aviaries free carpark
DAZ Ashton — Google review
Amazing experience. The staff are so lovely and the birds are beautiful. Well looked after. Café is lovely too. What can I say it's 100000% worth supporting and going to have a look.
Matt — Google review
Great place to see birds of prey, some I had never heard of. The flying displays were great, falcons sat on people's head and my shoulder, there was even an owl that flew off in a huff!! ( not planned) That cafe was OK.The toilets could have been better but spent over 2 hours there could easily been more as every, flying display is different.
Mark 'firefly 'Miller — Google review
Excellent visit to the birds of prey centre at Helmsley.
Staff are so knowledgeable & genuinely care for the birds & there welfare. The displays are well worth seeing, nice grounds to walk around also, good cafe with reasonable prices & fab homemade cakes.
Robert Williams — Google review
Walked to the centre from the village and got there just as one of the displays started.
The staff are very knowledgeable and obviously care a lot for the birds. Harley the owl was a real star. The aviaries are large and airy and the birds are well cared for. A great place to take children.
Jane Morgan — Google review
Took a mis turn to the Castle and happily landed here. Managed to see nearly all of the 2pm show. Great presentation by the staff and the birds. It was well worth seeing. Definitely worth a visit.
Bill Crawford — Google review
I had such a lovely time at the centre! The flying demonstrations are fun and informative, and the staff are really friendly. It was wonderful seeing the work being done here, so I sponsored one of the birds for a year as well. I look forward to returning when I'm next in the area!
Saltburn Pier is a historic iron pier located in Saltburn, facing the North Sea. Recently restored to its former glory, it offers stunning views and a great walking experience along its 200-meter stretch. As the northernmost pier of its kind in Great Britain, it holds historical significance as the first iron pier on the North East Coast. Visitors can also enjoy Seldon's Leisureworld inside the pier building, featuring classic amusement games and modern arcade entertainment.
With the old and historic fernicular this seaside pier is certainly more unique than most in the country and also is beautifully maintained as a result. While it hasn’t avoided the traditional arcades they don’t feel like they’ve taken over here and there is plenty of seating along the long pier to help make the most of a visit. Well worth taking a stroll along.
Steve Bintley — Google review
The arcade is too dark and not where you'd want to be on a nice sunny day. The pier offers a better view at the cliffs side on as you are further out. We even saw a Seal pop its head up to have a look what was going on. At the end it is a bit crowded with lots of people fishing. Just be careful not to get your eye taken out when they are casting out.
Billy McGowan — Google review
My wife and I love this place. It isn't crowded. The air is bracing. We have spent many a happy hour just strolling hand in hand along marine parade or the pier. But perhaps not this day.
Andrew McConnell — Google review
Beautiful seaview, with a very cute train-feeling lift. I believe it's the landmark?! Really enjoyed the peaceful feeling here, nice for a coastal walk, especially with kids and dogs, but it's quite a small place, so it won't take you long. Parking is not that cheap though, and the parking space is quite limited when busy.
Yaran L — Google review
this is a lovely place the cliff railway has reopened after covid. there is plenty of parking at the top and some parking down the bottom lovely walk out on the pier and along the sea front a few eating places and ice-cream shops beautiful scenery all around.
Sue Rushton — Google review
A great favourite of ours kids love the arcade. Beautiful beach there and nice choice of food, ice creams at various outlets too - it can get very busy though at holiday times and weekends so arrive early!
David Anderson — Google review
Nice enough pier not much to do on there apart from some arcades. The beach and food outlets around there are really good. We loved the waves on the beach.
Laurence Bragard — Google review
I always enjoy walking down to the pier at Saltburn. There's a few shops and some colourful beach huts. Sometimes there is yarn bombing tied along the pier. It's a good place for people watching and to take in the fresh air. A short walk away there's steps leading up to the car park.
Chloe Smith — Google review
Great small value for money amusements where the prizes don’t get pushed back periodically. Always come out with something to take home x And the pier is picture perfect.
Jo Dodd — Google review
Lovely place to visit. Plenty of seats along the pier to sit and admire the view. Amusement arcade at the front. Easily accessible either through the arcade or either side.
C S — Google review
I was born here, so there is nowhere better for me. The Pier is a great photo opportunity and a ride on the funicular is a must. A walk along the bottom promenade is a treat in any weather. You can walk up a variety of steps to get to the town or up through the woods at Hazelgrove. The walks around Saltburn are varied especially if you walk to the viaduct and on the Italian gardens. You could try the miniature railway back to the beach and have a pint and food at the Ship Inn. Fish and chips are available at a few places on the beach too. The town is not too big to cover in a day. Huntcliffe is worth a walk up if you're fit, the view is great from up there and walks can lead further round the coast towards Whitby. I have never tired of Saltburn and the shops and bars worth a visit too. A wonderful place for all ages.
Tib Fodor — Google review
Bracing Walk Along the Pier
Victorian engineers loved building structures that had little purpose except for entertainment. Piers have always struck me as redundant features that add little to a walk along a beach. However, despite this I do love a walk along a pier to marvel at the North Sea from a different aspect as well as to admire the construction and ingenuity of those Victorian architects. The pier at Saltburn-by-the-Sea was originally around 1300 feet long. Over the years since it was built the sea has wrecked revenge on its intrusion through several storms. The pier is now only 600 feet long after several rebuilds. It is well worth a walk along to retrace the steps of promenading Victorians. I suggest you walk onto the pier using the side walkway that circumnavigates the lod brash amusement arcade at the front of the pier.
Mark Rawling — Google review
Gotta love saltburn pire it's really small honestly but it's nice you get a good view of everything and it's never busy, there are some be benches to sit on.
Gabriel Armstrong — Google review
It's a good place for a walk when the weather is fine. I came across a cute seal today.
Yige Liu — Google review
Lovely place I always adore with here and this time had a chance to walk trough the valley it was a good memory
MERYEM NUR ÇOBAN — Google review
Lovely place to go, fantastic Chippy on the corner, great Cornish pasty shop, the pier is a lovely stroll and the views are tremendous. Parking is a fair price, and free after 6pm. We enjoy a chippy tea on a Friday to unwind, it’s usually busy, but there’s plenty of room. My only gripe is dogs on the beach when they shouldn’t be. There are months when they’re banned, but people just don’t take any notice. Dogs can go on the other side of the pier, but choose to break the law.
Saltburn itself isn’t that nice, like all seaside locations, the nice bits are the sea front.
Pasty shop closes too early too, but that’s because I’m partial to them.
Jason Peacock — Google review
Great little seaside town with great beaches for dog walking 🏖️🐾 #dogfriendly #beachlife
Nathan Brewer — Google review
Saltburn pier is a great place to visit. Early morning you probably find intrepid swimmers starting the day, while later the cliff tramway/ funicular railway starts operating.
If you don't like walking up and down steep paths, the lift us for you. Check the opening times before visiting...
Parking is free on Marine Parade at the top, but the lower level car park near the pier is pay and display.
Check out the beach huts to add a splash of colour to your photos!
Alan Millin — Google review
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Lower Prom, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12, United Kingdom