If you are staying with us and the weather spoils your outdoor plans, then don’t worry we have lots of ideas to keep you and your family entertained. Here are our top recommendations for places to visit.
Jorvik Viking Centre
A visit to York should include a trip to Jorvik Viking Museum. This interactive museum explores the Viking settlement in the 10th century. An interactive ride takes you through the sights and smells of York in the viking era and you can get up close to rare viking artefacts.
You can book your visit to the Jorvik Viking Centre https://www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk
Eden Camp
Step back in time to wartime Britain with a visit to Eden Camp museum, located between Pickering and Malton. Set in an original prisoner of war camp experience the sights, sounds and even smells of life on both the Home Front and the Front Line.
You can book your tour here https://www.edencamp.co.uk
Alpamare
When getting wet is part of the plan, a visit to Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough’s North Bay is fun for the whole family. A splash and play area is great for the little ones and four state of art slides are great for the bigger kids. You can even venture outside in the warmth of the heated outdoor pools. There is a wellness spa for those looking for relaxation and pamper.
Online booking is essential https://www.alpamare.co.uk
Castle Howard
This magnificent stately home set within beautiful grounds is a fantastic visit, whether in sun or rain. At the time of writing this blog, the Covid-19 restrictions now permits indoor visits, meaning that you can now take a tour of the house. Perfect if the weather takes a turn for the worst.
If you are visiting with children then you’ll want to bring some wellies and a raincoat so that they can make the most of Skelf Island which is brilliant adventure playground for the children.
You can purchase tickets and organise a time slot for your visit https://www.castlehoward.co.uk
Captain Barneys Soft Play Café
Entertaining the little people on a rainy day can be hard work but the friendly soft play café in Malton makes it a lot easier with their fun soft play and slides. The grown ups can relax too with delicious coffees and cakes.
You can find out more https://www.captainbarneys.com
