Leeds Art Gallery is one of more than 20 museums and galleries across the UK taking part by offering dedicated Kids Aloud timeslots and special events for families during the summer holidays. The child-friendly activities will take place alongside the gallery’s regular summer programme and will include children’s loud gallery tours, as well as […]
As the summer holidays reach full steam, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway is calling on families to swap screens for scenery and savour the sights, sounds and stories of classic railway travel. Running daily until 31st August, this five-mile heritage line through the heart of West Yorkshire offers a unique summer experience that combines […]
Visitors to parks in Leeds are being encouraged to listen to stories while they take a stroll this summer through the new ‘Walking Books’ project. The hope is to introduce reading to new audiences with free eAudiobooks and promote wellbeing. Librarians in the city have created a new reading list specially designed for people walking […]
Children and young people can look forward to fun times in the great outdoors as Leeds’s annual Breeze In The Park entertainment programme returns for another summer. Organised by Leeds City Council, the roadshow-style programme will see a total of 26 low-cost play days taking place in local communities over the next month. Each event […]
This July join Kevin, kangaroo and wombat, in an Australian Outback adventure at York Theatre Royal, as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!” Based on the award-winning picture book by Rachel Bright & Jim Field, published by Hachette Children’s Group, this brand-new adaptation for stage is directed by […]
The Countdown is On – PAW PATROL LIVE! arrives in Leeds at First Direct Arena on 9th August for three shows on that day. All paws on deck — the adventure begins next month! Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group are bringing PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” to Leeds. With the clock ticking, […]
Something seriously exciting is arriving at North Yorkshire Water Park on Saturday 24th May as three giant inflatable unicorns are making a splash at the beloved adventure destination – including the world’s tallest! Just in time for the summer season, the Unicorn Splash Park is a magical new attraction designed to delight visitors of all […]
Residents across Leeds are being invited to stop the traffic on June 11 and host a play street in their neighbourhoods to help mark International Day of Play. Applications are open until May 16 for communities to register to close their roads and host family fun on their doorsteps for the global awareness day to […]
Families across Yorkshire can hunt for dragon eggs and mythical beasts at Lotherton this Easter as immersive new expedition swoops in. Launched at the weekend, Dragon Quest: The Search for the Lost Eggs has transformed the estate’s grounds into a world of legend and adventure with colourful characters and mysterious eggs. Part egg hunt, part […]
Stockeld Park, Yorkshire’s favourite family adventure destination is getting ready for its most exciting Easter experience yet. Running from 5th to 21st April, Stockeld Park’s Easter celebrations promise fun for all the family, with immersive activities and theatrical performances throughout the park. New for 2025, Stockeld Park is adding an interactive element to the Enchanted […]