There are some fantastic places to take children on our doorstep and a short journey away, some of them also welcome dogs. Below are some suggestions, if you have any other suggestions for a family day out that you have enjoyed with your dog, or want to feature your attraction, please contact us here.
Boston Park Farm is a fun day out for all the family! A traditional working farm with the farm park which allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals. You can pet and feed most of the animals and also join in with animal handling sessions.
We have outdoor climbing frames, swings, slides, go-karts, mud kitchens and a bale pyramid to climb. Also inside there is an indoor soft play area which is suitable for children up to 8 years old, an indoor bouncy castle, play kitchen and a large indoor sandpit. Our cafe, serving hot and cold meals is open everyday as well as our brand new outdoor Snack Baa, serving ice creams and other snacks.
Dogs on a short lead are welcome.
Boston Farm Park is open every day from 10am-4pm (until 5pm in summer holidays). Tickets must be booked in advance.
Boston Park Farm, Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster DN7 6DS. 01302 844818. Visit their website here, or follow them on facebook here.
Located on the West side of Driffield are these two dog fields, Horsefair field and Foxy’s field. Both are secure, enclosed fields offering dog owners the space to let their dogs exercise off the lead and allowing users the sole use of the field for their booked slot.
Located near the roundabout of the A166 and A614 Driffield, the fields are well positioned to offer dog owners a great facility to let their dogs run free!
They are ideal for exercising and training dogs as well as providing a safe place for dogs (or their owners!) recovering from injury or treatment or simply for dogs who like their own space. It is a useful area for people who have a new dog, a rescue dog or rehomed dog, providing a secure area for you to be able to bond.
We allow up to 12 dogs at a time and prices start from £5 for half an hour’s use of the field. Open 7am – 9pm, everyday of the year. More info and booking is on their website here.
Driffield Dog Field, Horsefair Lane, Little Driffield, YO25 5XB
Large grounds with deer to explore and garden area. Adventure play area and rare breeds farm are great for children. Extra activities run during school holidays. Plus the Farm Shop, the Woodyard gift shop, the Stables cafe.
Dogs welcome, but must be kept on a lead.
Re-opens 24th March 2024
Spend quality time together at WOLDIE’s. Nature Gardens, Trails and Play. Woldie’s Nature Mission running now! Are you a nature hero? Help with Woldie’s Nature Mission to find out! Complete the nature missions and collect all the stamps to claim your nature hero sticker!
Make memories with all the family with Woldies favourites… NEW Dino Maze, Giant Games Maze, Miniature Railway, Foot Golf, Den Zone, Climbing Fort, Timber Trail Play, Mud Kitchen, Insect Orienteering, Bees and Friends Garden, Butterfly Garden, Tree trail and much more! Everything at Woldies is made for you enjoy quality time together as a family.
It’s a family business run with a friendly, personal touch. A fun day out with a difference with nature gardens, trails and play all set in a beautiful, natural and safe environment. Dogs welcome on a lead. Open Easter to September.
“Kept all 3 generations entertained all day, yet also somehow peaceful and relaxing!”
Woldies Lavender & Nature Farm, Wintringham, Malton, YO17 8HW (Just of the A64 between Malton & Scarborough). 01944 758641. www.woldies.co.uk
Large lake with canoes, paddle boards and boats to hire, plus an Aqua Park, inflatable obstacle course on the lake. Open water swimming available. Circular walk around the lake and a shallow area of the lake roped off that you can paddle in. Also a good playpark and cafe with children’s menu. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Melbourne Road, Allerthorpe, Pocklington, YO42 4RL. Just off the A1079 Pocklington services roundabout. 01759 301444
This is a great place for a walk and to watch birds, around half a million birds gather here every year and nest on the cliffs and ledges. They have various seasonal trails available for families which change depending on the time of year, this is a change from the puffin and gannet trails. We have Wild Family areas which can be used year round.
Dogs on a lead are welcome.
The centre is open from 9.30am – 5pm (Summer) and 9.30am – 4pm (Winter). With free entry for RSPB members. RSPB Bempton Cliffs, Cliff Ln, Bridlington YO15 1JF.
This Local Nature Reserve is a special place where the landscape reveals a secret past. Discover this changing nature reserve where you can enjoy a stroll around a delightful fruit orchard. Fields across the reserve are being transformed back into a traditional parkland landscape. Venture into the new wood and see how quickly it is becoming a valuable home for wildlife.
Dogs are welcome.
There is a small car park. Starts on Long Lane near Beverley Minster (Long Lane, Beverley HU17 0NJ) and heads out towards Dunswell.
Very large grassy open space just outside Beverley ideal for picnics, ball games and walks in the summer and sledging in the snow. Cattle roam freely and Beverley racecourse is located on it too, you can walk right around the back of the racecourse for a good walk.
Burton Bushes is a good woodland area for children to explore (lots of bluebells in Spring) located on the opposite side of the road to the racecourse at the end closest to the A1079 roundabout.
Dogs welcome.
York Road, Beverley, HU17 8RG
Hall, gardens and gift shop open every day 11am until 5pm. With a fabulous adventure playground, enchanted woodland village, giant board games, willow dens and a trail to follow, children will find so much to amuse and inspire here!
Dogs on leads are welcome in most outdoor areas.
Burton Agnes, Driffield, YO25 4NB. 01262 490324
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.
For more info email enquiries@burtonconstable.com or call 01964 562400. Check website for opening times, vary winter to summer.
Skirlaugh, HU11 4LN. 01964 562400
We are lucky to have some fantastic coastline in our region and a walk on the beach or cliff tops is a great day out all year round, here’s a list from north to south along our East Coast:
Please note some beaches have restrictions on dogs during the summer months, but most welcome dogs.
Wide open beach to play, run and walk. Lifeguard on duty. Lovely pier and there is a lift down the cliff to the beach, plus there’s even a miniature railway! There are some arcades, a few cafés and some little shops. Dog friendly. Port Mulgrave is a perfect beach for sand and finding fossils as it combines sandy and rocky.
Really quaint with golden sands. Only a few shops and cafés. Fishing village with nice harbour area but not much beach to walk on. Do check the tide times before going. It is very hilly.
Runswick Bay is picturesque and “oldy worldy”, its red-roofed cottages clinging impossibly to the cliff above the bay, The golden beach is just made for nostalgic seaside trips – rock pooling, fossil hunting, sandcastle building and walking are favourite pastimes. One pub and that’s about it! 2 car parks – top and bottom. £5 to park all day.
Believed to have been the busiest smuggling community on the coast in the 18th century – this historic fishing village is known for worldwide for its steep main street leading visitors down through a tangle of alleyways and side streets packed with quirky shops including the Dinosaur Museum, cafes and pubs to a family-friendly beach complete with rock pools. Beware it is very hilly down to the beach. Make sure you check the tide times!
One of the most intriguing places on the Yorkshire Coast for those interested in history, the spectacular clifftop. Ravenscar was once an important part of the British dyeing industry: the peak alum works is now a National Trust site. Like many of the other towns and villages on the Jurassic Coast, it’s a magnet for fossil hunters.
Hidden gem just a couple of miles north of Whitby. Lovely beach in a cove that provides a lagoon for children to play in with their boats and body boards. Lifeguards throughout the peak season. Lovely local pub and café for food….and lots of ice cream! 5 minutes from Whitby for fish and chips. Perfect place for a lovely family day out. Like most places, Sandsend has been very busy in 2020.
Whitby offers year round fun with its Blue Flag beaches and myriad attractions, including the world-famous steam-powered North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Whitby is steeped in history: fishing, whaling, the jet industry, Captain Cook, the glorious Abbey, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was inspired by the town and Goth Festival that draws visitors from around the globe. West Cliff includes other children’s activities including bumper boats, trampolines, pitch and putt, and crazy golf. There is also a tourist shop selling buckets and spades and ice creams. The large west cliff car park is near the Whitby Leisure centre. Lovely sheltered sandy beach in the centre of Whitby with easy access that is perfect for all ages. The East Cliff stands above a very rocky coast full of fossils (check the tides before venturing down though, it comes back very fast).
Scarborough has stunning scenery, glorious beaches and loads to do! North Bay is a big open beach with cafés & a few shops. This long stretch of golden sandy shores is perfect for a sandcastle competition, and when you’re done, why not take off your shoes and go for a quick dip in the sea? There’s bright beach huts behind it, the ruins of an 11th century castle, and you could even go rock pooling here – phew! it is a Life guarded beach. South Bay is arcades, cafes etc together with access to a sandy beach. Donkeys are normally in situ in summer. Walk towards the Spa and further where the crowds tend to thin. It is possible to walk between the two, North and South Bay.
It is a rocky beach that is perfect for a family adventure, and that’s great for little explorers. Once you emerge from the coastpath, you’ll come out next to not one, but two spectacular waterfalls! Hiding in the rocks, keep your eyes peeled out for little creatures hidden among the rocks and boulders, plus it’s a great spot for some fossil hunting. Dog friendly.
Wide sweeping bay, dog-friendly beach, affordable parking and great facilities. Lucy’s Beach Shack sells snacks, sandwiches and a vast array of beach toys. Cayton Bay is popular with holidaymakers and a beautiful place to explore, no matter what time of the year you decide to visit. A favourite with surfers, bird watchers, fun-seekers and fossil hunters, or those who just want to relax and unwind. Great rock pools and some fantastic fossils to be found. Parking is £5 in the car park or free on the road. Toilets near the surf shop. It is quite a steep path to and from the beach.
A beautiful stretch of beach, one of the longest in the UK – its rarely crowded, however busy it is. Take a walk, paddle in the sea or build a sandcastle. The Brigg is great for a long walk, loads of rock pools to play in and explore. Be careful when you walk past the cliff end, it can be very windy. Before setting off, check the tide times, its further than you think! With its glorious sweep of soft golden sand, Filey beach is one of the best in the country for families! If you take your dog, there are parts of the beach which are designated dog free zones. Children love the Cobble Landing where they can see the fishing boats being taken out to see with the tractors or visit the Lifeboat, inshore and outshore. Interesting fact….Filey coble landing is named after the coble fishing boats. Visit Paul at Barnes Ice Cream or try the fish and chips from the Cobble Landing Fish Bar, I think they are the best. The Amusements and the Fair have been entertaining children for years. You can park at the Country Park (great play area here) with a slight hill to the beach at the back of the Sailing Club. Glen Gardens also has a great play area and the boating lake is always fun. Car park up here too, with access to the beach.
Great with kids as it’s never packed with people so kids have loads of room to play without the worry of them being lost in a crowd. However, this has been busier in 2020 than in previous years.
£5 for parking all day.
Thornwick Bay is excellent for rock-pooling, has several small caves and a magnificent sea arch. This beautiful rocky bay is on the north coast of Flamborough Head and is well worth a look. This is not suitable for a pushchair
Car park at the top with toilets (open). Costs £1.80 for over 2 hours. Steep enough walk down to the beach but level so pram is possible as long as you are feeling strong on the way home!
Pebbly / rocky beach with lots to explore including, rock pools, an arch and caves. Puffins, razorbills and gulls can be seen on the cliffs. Be careful of the tide as you can get cut off quickly.
Flamborough’s famous white cliffs enclose a dramatic bay with caves and chalk arches, and boasting a fabulous lighthouse! It has two – one active, and one dating to 1674, making it the oldest surviving complete lighthouse in England. You can climb the 119 steps of the Flamborough Lighthouse to see the magnificent views. The village is just a couple of miles from Bempton, one of the UK’s most famous RSPB reserves, hosting gannets and puffins amongst other sea birds. The Living Seas Centre on South Sea Road (South), Flamborough, YO15 1AE has information and education facilities.
Jutting out miles into the North Sea, the headland has in the past been effectively cut off by the construction, in the Iron Age, of the erroneously named Danes’ Dyke, which encloses five square miles of the peninsula. The end of the Dyke is a deep ravine on the south side of the Headland, where it exits into Bridlington Bay There are a number of nature trails in the Dyke which can be accessed easily from the car park off the main Bridlington to Flamborough Road. Danes Dyke, Flamborough Head, Flamborough, East Yorkshire YO15 1AG
Bridlington has lovely wide promenades, glorious beaches, an historic harbour and a fascinating, arty Old Town with galleries and antique shops. Bridlington Spa has a variety of acts to suit all tastes and ages. Bridlington leisure centre is great for a rainy day complete with climbing wall and health suite! The Land Train operates in summer from the park an ride to Sewerby. The beaches are really accessible, sandy and you can walk for miles from South Bay.
Situated just down from Bridlington. Its a lovely beach where you park in a field and just pop onto the beach. Lots of space to run and play. Dog and child friendly. There is also The Cow Shed near the car park which is a lovely cafe serving food and drinks. No lifeguards. Parking is £5 for the day in summer.
Wide sandy beach is revealed when the tide goes out making it good for the kids and the dog to run around and let off some steam. No lifeguarding service and no facilities.
This quiet beach is a popular fishing spot and well worth a visit for a peaceful stroll. It’s also a great place to watch sand martins which nest in the cliffs from April to September. Barmston beach is six miles south of Bridlington and well worth a visit during summer.
Hornsea marks the end of the TransPennine Trail and is more of a classic seaside resort with a blue flag beach and an extensive stretch of sand and shingle. There are some nice gardens alongside a long promenade and plenty of parking with accessible town facilities accompany the beach.
An excellent beach for fossil hunters; Mappleton’s eroding cliffs reveal Jurassic and Cretaceous rocks including corals, molluscs ammonites and belemnites. Great place to discover a hidden treasure! Take care near the cliff edge as it is eroding into the sea and collapses unpredictably.
The traditional seaside resort is a family destination, with a sand and shingle beach backed by large rocks (sea defenses). If you climb the 144 steps to the top of Withernsea’s famous inland lighthouse – now a museum – you can take in breathtaking views of its long promenade and Blue Flag Beach.
The beach consists of a three-mile stretch of sand and shingle which runs around a narrow patch of land at the beginning of the Humber Estuary. It has excellent water quality and is a brilliant place for bird watching and fossil hunting. Check for ticks after visiting they can latch on!
Hull’s largest park, there’s something for everyone – 130 acres of parkland, play areas and animal education centre, at the Pavilion is a cafe and library. For summer splash boat, swans and rowing boat on the lake. Also a small skate park near to Woodford Leisure Centre. Dogs welcome, but restricted in the children’s play areas.
Holderness Road, Hull, HU8 8JU
This Local Nature Reserve is a special place where families can walk and explore. Discover this peaceful nature reserve where you can enjoy a stroll around the wildlife ponds and tree-lined old railway. The series of borrow pits provide valuable wetland areas for wildlife, where plants and animals are not disturbed.
Eastrington Ponds, which covers 23 acres, was declared a Local Nature Reserve in 2002 in recognition of its wildlife value and its importance to the local community. There is a large pond, meadows, old railway line and borrow pits to explore. Car park on site.
Well behaved dogs are welcome, and must be kept on a lead.
Find it at Howden Road, Eastrington, Goole, DN14 7PL
Living history museum near Malton. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on the frontline and Homefront in WW2, set in the grounds of an original World War 2 Prisoner of War Camp. Over 20 different huts to visit and explore. Also a play area, picnic area, café and gift shop on site. Dogs on leads welcome.
Open 7 days a week from the 1st Monday in April to 31st October, 10am until 5pm.
Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 6RT 01653 697777
A nice green space within Kingswood with labyrinth, pond, wooden carved animals, all pram, bike friendly.
You can access Foredyke Green on foot from both sides between Kesteven Way and Bude Road (arriving by car the postcode is HU7 3EJ). There is a small layby next to the bus stop where you can park for free or there are plenty of side streets here parking is available. Alternatively, there is customer parking at Home Bargains on Bude Road (please check local signage for time limits). You can walk through from Home Bargain’s car park into the south sides of Foredyke Green.
Hessle Foreshore is a great place to go on a sunny day. Park for free in a small car park off Livingston Road and follow the path Jean’s Walk down to the foreshore. You can either go down onto the stones, or you can follow Jean’s Walk all the way along to the main part of the Foreshore. The path is part of The Yorkshire Wolds Way and is great for bikes or scooters and you can follow it along the banks of the river Humber.
Cliff Rd, Hessle HU13 0HE.
Hornsea mere is the largest fresh water lake in Yorkshire. Taking in part of the Sutton to Hornsea trail, you can walk around the mere through woodlands, meadows and farmland. Lots of ducks and geese to feed.
Hornsea Mere, Hornsea HU18 1AX.
This pleasant, 2-3 mile walk forms part of the Hudson Way, and runs along the track bed of the old railway from the centre of Market Weighton to Goodmanham. This walk is mainly level and suitable for pushchairs, but there are bigger slopes up to 1: 6 if you choose to return via Goodmanham.
Start at the free car park in Londesborough Road, Market Weighton.
Hull Marina is a beautiful place to visit, not only are there hundreds of boats to see, if you’re lucky you might see the opening of the lock gates as the boats come and go. It’s a lovely area for a stroll near the Humber Estuary, with lots of clean open space for the children to run around. Just near the Marina is the Fruit Market, located on Humber Street, which is a vibrant area full of things to see and do, including free art galleries, family friendly cafes such as Nibble to grab a bite to eat; it’s also often the location for festivals and celebrations during the summer months.
Humber Street, HU1 1UU.
Humber Bridge Country Park (or Little Switzerland as it is known locally) is a 48 acre wood with open meadows and wildlife ponds. Some of the meadows are kept neat to enable picnics and games in the summertime, others are left wild to encourage wildlife. There are various walking trails to choose from, varying in length and ability, and along each trail you will have the opportunity to spot birds, butterflies, and even newts and fish in the ponds. A fantastic free family day out; wet weather gear essential during the winter months!
The park is accessible to all, wheelchairs and pushchairs can gain access from the Hessle Foreshore entrance. Alternatively you can park in the Humber Bridge carpark and walk down into the park (expect lots of steps).
Ferriby Road, Hessle, HU13 0HB
Picturesque Nature Reserve in Hull especially in Autumn. Small lakes and good graveled paths ideal for prams. Popular with dog walkers. Located behind Sutton Park Golf Club, Hull. Follow the signs to the Driving Range (up East Carr Road) then the brown signs to the Loglands car park.
East Carr Rd, Hull HU8 9LR.
Large parklands, play areas, picnic area and zoo with aviaries, penguins and some animals to explore. Tea room, stables and often run special events, house also open to look around. Good day out approx 1 hour drive from Hull. No need to book but it is highly recommended, reduced opening hours over Winter, call to find out more.
Dogs welcome, with some restrictions.
Off Collier Lane , Aberford , Leeds , LS25 3EB 0113 378 2959
Lovely wooded area, which is also a local nature reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. There is a nice circular walk, and also a more challenging route of hundreds of steps up the valley – with excellent views at the top. Great for bluebells in spring. Also 1 pub and 1 cafe in Millington for food afterwards.
Located just north of the village of Millington, 4 miles north east from Pocklington.
Museum about the heritage of coal mining, including tours 140 metres below ground into one of Britain’s oldest working coal mines. Open Wednesday to Sunday, from 10am. Underground tours can be pre-booked on the website and require a £5 deposit per person, which can then be donated to the museum.
Dogs are welcome on a lead in the outdoor grounds of the museum, however only service/guide dogs are permitted inside.
New Road, Overton, Wakefield, WF4 4RH. 01924 848806
Noddle Hill is a nature reserve situated close to Bransholme in North Hull. Supported by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, the reserve is popular year-round due to the presence of wildlife ranging from flycatchers and cuckoos to water voles, otters, deers and grass snakes. The site also boasts a good fishing lake.
Noddle Hill Way, Hull, HU7 4YP.
Large parklands to explore, historic house and gardens, playground with ride on railway, good farming museum with children’s activities. They also have a Splash Pad for children which is open throughout summer, and a Go Ape Tree Top Adventure. Approx 30 min drive across the Humber Bridge. Check for seasonal opening times before visiting.
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead at all times.
Normanby, North Lincolnshire, DN15 9HU. 01724 720588
Ideal for children on bikes is this mile long footpath (no cars) starting at North Cave playground. Take the road opposite (Church Lane) over the bridge and to where the road turns left into Nordham, go through the turnstlye and onto the path to Hotham.
Steam train from Pickering to Goathland, Grosmont and through to Whitby over 24 miles of beautiful Yorkshire Scenery.
UNLIMITED Annual Pass Ticket £49.50. Plus KIDS GO FREE! A Shorter Journey Ticket allows day return travel between up to one station (e.g. Goathland to Grosmont day return) for a fixed fare price of £13.50 per adult (16+) and up to two stations (e.g. Pickering to Goathland day return) for a fixed fare price of £25 per adult (16+). Both are free for children (0-15).
Pickering Station, YO18 7AJ. 01751 472508
One of the largest natural sports lakes in North Yorkshire, we offer a range of fun, relaxing and exciting activities for everyone to enjoy.
Activities include kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, open water swimming, pedalos. Also a 2.5km all-terrain walking and cycle track around the lake (FREE to use). Finish off your day with a blast on our ever popular Aquapark, with some of the largest inflatable slides, climbing walls and trampolines in the region.
Family friendly cafe on site offering a selection of hot and cold food and drink. Enjoy the view and a cup of tea even if not partaking in any activities. All welcome. Please book your tickets in advance.
Dogs welcome but must be kept on a short lead.
Wykeham Lakes, Long Causeway Road, Scarborough, YO13 9QU. 01723 865052.
A wooded area situated just off the main road to walk and explore, great for collecting leaves in Autumn and hunting for Gruffalo’s all year round! Millers Tea Shop on the opposite side of the road is lovely for a snack afterwards.
Situated on Riplingham Road (between the A164 and South Cave), park opposite Raywell Hall and head up the hill.
A hidden gem at Goole, with secluded lakes and gentle walks. Oakhill is a 150 acre nature reserve with ponds, meadows, wetlands and woodlands, stretching out beyond Goole. It is home to stunning dragonflies, beautiful butterflies and fascinating amphibians and reptiles. The reserve has a rich bird life and a wonderful variety of flowers and fungi.
Well behaved dogs welcome, must be kept on a lead and away from the wildlife and ponds.
Car park on site. Find it just off the M62 junction 36 at 4A Lidice Rd, Goole DN14 6XL
Starts from behind the Hayride pub (Grange Way), Beverley, follow the path towards Molescroft.
Old railway line now a good path for prams and children’s bikes to walk/ride on.
Lots of sections of the foreshore are great to walk on –
Victoria Dock to The Deep – good paths run all along the waterfront.
Hessle Foreshore to North Ferriby – a wide path ideal for prams or children’s bikes runs along here with the river is on one side and the train track on the other for children to watch. Plenty of parking available, drive through the Country Inn car park and there is a dedicated car park at the start of the trail
North Ferriby – Take the public footpath from the corner of Church Road and Ings Lane and you come to open fields and the river, horse stable and donkeys to see too.
South Bank – If you cross the Humber Bridge, there is also a very accessible track along the banks of the Humber, great for bikes and walks, and also for dipping in and out of the 2 nature reserves located in this area (Water’s Edge and Far Ings). Lots of wildlife to see in these areas.
Walk along the River Hull. All stretches from Sutton Road Bridge to Wawne have good paths and are suitable for prams. A nice section to join is from behind David Lloyds down to Ennerdale passing the back of Haworth Hall.
The path on the lower section gets tricky below Sutton Road Bridge but carries on past Oak Road Playing fields. From B&Q the path isn’t suitable
Pick up a Seven Seas Fish Trail leaflet from Hull’s tourist information centre and follow a unique pavement of fish swimming around Hull’s Old Town and down to the beautiful riverfront. From shrimps to sharks, young and old will enjoy exploring the city and seeking out the fish. If you find all 41 fish you will receive a certificate on completion. The trail starts from Queen Victoria Square, and ends on Whitefriargate.
Tourist Information, 1 Paragon Street, Hull, HU1 3NA.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens offers a great mix of heritage, interactive trails, play areas and a zoo. Explore the house, wander around the gardens, or take the land train from the cliff edge into Bridlington. Special events and activities run during school holidays, included in admission prices.
Dogs welcome in most of the outdoor areas, but must be kept on a lead.
Church Lane, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA. 01262 673769
Skidby Windmill has an excellent playground and field behind it, park in the main car park and access up the path. Carry on from the Mill field on the public footpath and it leads back into Skidby or down to Eppleworth. This path is not paved/gravelled so can get very muddy.
The Windmill Cafe (Sails Cafe) does excellent lunches and cakes for afterwards
There is a grassy tree lined walkway that starts at the end of Spring Bank West, near the Spring Back West Eco Park. Keep walking along to the end of Spring Bank West, past the big roundabout, and eventually you come across a grassy area, and this track takes you all the way to Springhead Lane, where you can access the field opposite, or turn left and walk to another hilly field with concrete paths – great for bikes.
The old railway line runs from Sutton village to Hornsea, good paths on all sections ideal for doing part or all of the trail with bikes and/or prams. Forms part of the Trans Pennine Trail.
Swinebank Bridal way can be accessed from Priory Road, Hull. If you are travelling towards Cottingham from Hull it’s on the left just before the cemetery (the cemetery is on the right side of the road). The track goes between fields all the way to the corner of Wold Road and Wymersley Road. You can also extend it by then walking west up the path behind Springhead Golf Club, coming out in Willerby.
The maize maze at Ulceby is open in the Summer months.
For more info email thorntonabbeymaze@gmail.com or call 01469 540230.
Abbey Farm, Thornton Abbey, Ulceby, North Lincolnshire, DN39 6TU. Approx 30 minutes drive from Hull.
A fine Regency House with gardens, parks and a woodland walk. Open on selected days during the warmer months. Closes over Winter.
Dogs on leads are welcome.
Located between Seaton and Hornsea, HU11 5RJ
A Mumbler favourite, just over the Humber bridge is this nature reserve (the blue roofed buildings you can see from the bridge). Excellent paths and boardwalks around several lakes with ducks to feed and birds to spot. Paths then go through woods and up onto the river front for great views back to Hull and the bridge. Free to walk around. Visitor centre has children’s activities and a great Cafe.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead. Only assistance dogs are allowed inside the centre.
Waterfront, Maltkiln Road, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5JR. 01652 631500.
Start with a look at the duck pond in the village centre then take either Dale Road north from the village into Welton Dale or Kidd Lane north into Welton Dale for great views of the Humber. Very steep hill though, a real buggy burn!
A fantastic family day out at this great air museum near York, with lots of exhibitions, historic planes and vehicles set on a large site. Also a gift shop and a cafe on site. Tickets can be booked online.
Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm during the Summer, and 10am-4pm in Winter.
Dogs on leads are welcome.
Elvington, York, YO41 4AU. 01904 608595
A small heritage railway near Wetwng formed on the trackbed of the former Malton & Driffield Junction Railway. Ride in the locomotive cab “Sir Tatton Sykes” or have a look in the visitor centre set inside a BR MK1 coach. Entry and car parking is free, however there is a small charge for cab rides.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome on site, but sadly dogs are not able to travel in cab of the locomotive. Open from Easter until the end of October, check for which days they are open.
For more information call 01377 338053 or email info@yorkshirewoldsrailway.org.uk
Fimber Halt, Beverley Road, Fimber, YO25 3HG.
