Would highly recommend the Train Museum. We spent many hours walking round and reading the information plaques infront of each train. My son was very impressed with how big trains are up close. The Bullet train was really interesting. There were 2 well stocked cafes and ample seating. The road train back to the Minster was also a highlight. Its free to go but i recommend leaving a donation as they rely on these to keep the trains maintained and new trains coming in the future.

Excellent museum & rich in history. We booked tickets in advance via the website. It is free entry, easily accessible for wheelchairs etc. It does get busy so I would suggest booking tickets & it saves queuing. Within the ground there is plenty to see & I was pleasantly surprised how vast it is. Cafe's are set within the grounds (we had 2 large lattes at £8.10) plenty of seating if you wanted to bring your own pack lunches as many families did or you can order a family pack-lunch on site). Toilets are accessible & clean. There is a museum amongst all the history & this is payable to enter. There is another building across from the main one where you can continue the walkabout & continue viewing the fascinating history also a cafe in here too. I thoroughly enjoyed viewing Queen Victoria history. But there is something for everyone. A delightful way to spend a Sunday afternoon & the staff were very welcoming & polite which was a nice way to start the viewing. You can make a donation to the museum of your choosing & make it via cash or card if you so wish. I highly recommend going & making a day of it, you won't be disappointed. It is a gem of a place. Parking is permit only around the area or you can park on the car-park at a cost of £10 for the day (a very good offer considering entrance to the museum is free). 😊

Amazing experience at this Museum. Very interesting so see trains over 100 years old. Gets busy on weekends. Allow atleast 2-3 hours as minimum just for the museum. Good gift shops inside. Must visit. Free entry. Car park is expensive at £10 a day.

We visited this place last year ! We loved this place ! So many trains and so many nice experiences! A great selections of them and you actually have the chance to get on board. They have a nice dinner too. Museum highlights Iconic locomotives: See famous engines like the world's fastest steam locomotive, the Mallard, and Japan's Shinkansen 'bullet train'. Station Hall: Explore a century of railway life in this reopened gallery, which also houses the world's most extensive collection of royal carriages. Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery: An interactive, family-friendly exhibit with hands-on science displays. A separate ticket is required for entry. Virtual Reality experience: Experience the history of the world-famous steam locomotive, the Flying Scotsman, in a special VR experience. Railway memorabilia: The museum holds a vast collection of railway artifacts and memorabilia.

Brilliant day out with the kids. Definitely worth a visit. Visited from the west Midlands so we left early in the morning, just so we could get to York with enough time. We did arrive bout 3mins before our timing slot, but we was aloud to walk in. It does get busy then does have quiet bits through out day. Loads to see all throughout. Great viewing platform overlooking York Station. Just a shame the was doing works on the line that weekend when we was there. So only seen a few trains coming and leaving towards Scarborough. We sent at least 4 to 5 hours there. My 3 children enjoyed the whole day out. Took our own pack lunch to save money. Definitely worth a visit.

Great museum for all ages. Apart from seeing the iconic engines, the railway memorabilia area is thoughtfully curated and displayed in an innovative manner. The newly opened Station Hall is well worth a visit with special carriages on display in an atmospheric vintage Station setting. Children can enjoy the ride on the outdoor miniature railway.

A Fascinating Journey Through Railway History. The National Railway Museum in York is an absolute must-visit for anyone interested in history, engineering, or simply looking for a unique and enjoyable day out. The collection is truly impressive — from beautifully restored steam locomotives to sleek modern trains, each exhibit tells a fascinating story about the evolution of rail travel in Britain and around the world. The museum is very well organized. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. It’s also a great place for families — children can climb aboard some of the trains and enjoy hands-on activities that make the experience even more engaging. The museum café and gift shop are also worth visiting, offering good food and lovely souvenirs. Best of all, admission is free, which makes it an incredible value for such a high-quality experience. I highly recommend the National Railway Museum to anyone visiting York — it’s inspiring, educational, and full of charm.

York is a wonderful town and well worth a visit. It's easy to park and the historic center is perfectly easy walkable. And the centerpiece of course is the massive York Minster. It's an Anglican cathedral. The first record of a church on the site dates to 627, but the bulk of the building was constructed between 1220 and 1472.The minster retains most of its medieval stained glass, a significant survival among European churches. The Minster stands tall at a max. tower height of 235 feet (72 m) and is visible from far away. Good if you get lost...just look out for the Minster. And it is a really impressive piece of history, art and architecture. Really amazes you when you first walk up to it. There are so many details to find, to explore. To think how long it's been standing here - surviving quite the fire in 1984. We didn't go in this time around, but that's surely something for another visit. Not sure it's always as windy as it was when we've visited (August), but boy....did it almost blow us away at Precentors Court on the west side of the Minster. So, hold on your hats! Definitely a must do - probably THE must-do when in York.

This is one beautiful town you have to visit . York Minster is a magnificent Gothic cathedral located on Deangate in the heart of York, England. Formally known as the Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of Saint Peter in York, it is the seat of the Archbishop of York, the second-highest office of the Church of England. Key Information Address: Deangate, York, YO1 7HH. Architecture: The current building is a large Gothic structure, showcasing all three phases of Gothic architecture: Early English, Decorated, and Perpendicular. It was built between approximately 1220 and 1472, taking over 250 years to complete. History: A church has been on this site since the 7th century, founded by the Saxon King Edwin. The site was originally part of a Roman fortress. Stained Glass: The Minster holds the largest collection of medieval stained glass in the UK, including the Great East Window, which is the size of a tennis court. Visiting: The Minster is open daily for sightseeing, though closures can occur for church events. Services, including Evensong, are free to attend, while there is an entrance fee for general sightseeing. Features: Highlights include the Undercroft Museum, which displays Roman remains and 1,000-year-old artefacts, and the central tower, which visitors can climb for panoramic views.

Visiting York Minster was a truly unforgettable experience! Walking through those magnificent stone arches made me feel completely lost in history. The stained glass windows, shimmering with colour, and the intricate craftsmanship throughout the cathedral left me in awe. The highlight was the climb up the Central Tower. Each step revealed glimpses of the cathedral’s inner structure, offering a rare perspective on its monumental design. Reaching the summit, I was rewarded with the most breathtaking panoramic view of York!

York Minster - A Truly Unforgettable Experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As a Google Maps Contributor with over 6 million views, I’ve had the privilege of exploring some of the world’s most magnificent landmarks, and I can confidently say that York Minster stands in a league of its own. From the moment you approach its towering stone facade, you’re not just seeing a building; you’re witnessing a living, breathing testament to centuries of history, faith, and artistry. What truly sets the Minster apart is its incredible detail. The medieval stained-glass windows, particularly the famous Great East Window, are simply breathtaking. The light pouring through the vibrant, intricate panes tells stories that have captivated visitors for over 600 years. I highly recommend taking your time to study the rich narratives depicted in each section. Beyond the aesthetics, the sense of scale is awe-inspiring. Standing in the central nave, you feel dwarfed by the sheer height and grandeur of the Gothic architecture. A trip up the central tower offers a reward well worth the effort—a 360-degree panoramic view of the historic city of York that is second to none. The staff and volunteers are exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate, making the experience even more enriching. They're more than happy to share historical anecdotes and point out hidden gems. Whether you are a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or simply a traveler in search of a profound experience, a visit to York Minster is an absolute must. It’s an essential pin on any serious reviewer's map.

Beautiful cathedral! Would recommend everyone to see this if in the UK. The architecture was astonishing, both inside and out. So lovely hearing church bells again, it really uplifts the soul. Only thing is it’s expensive to go inside and I would advise you buy tickets before hand.

York minister is an absolutely stunning cathedral, the architecture, stained glass windows and stone carvings are spectacular. The staff are very friendly and there is also a free guided tour. I would definitely recommend, it’s a must see if you visit York.

Hard to stress how important this place is! Walking distance from the Station, its worth the £20 admission fee. There are many medieval Stained glass windows, all worth a close look. The Great East Window, recently restored is a National Treasure, depicting the Revelation, constructed from 1405-8, the single largest expanse of medieval glass in Britain. A long camera lens or binoculars recommended! Dont forget the Zouche chapel and The Chapter House too. Plenty of other interesting things to see as well.

You don’t need to pay to go on the city walls, just walk around the main part of York and find some stairs going up onto the walls which can be found usually at the end of main roads. The York City Walls are a beautiful walk around the city, sometimes the wall is thinner on areas and can only allow single person file, whereas it is larger in other areas. Safe for children, not certain of the ability for those in wheelchairs or prams to use the city walls as I am not sure there was any ramps up onto the walls.

Visited York on many occasions but only now got around to touring the walls. A pleasant walk around the historic edge of the city also provided numerous unique views and perspectives on the history contained within. If you are in the city don't wait as long as I did to discover these sights for yourself.

Do not miss York's Walls. You can walk most of the way around the city, and in the Autumn the leaves of nearby trees look stunning. You need a head for heights, because most of the walls are not protected by railings on the inside edge, with a 3 meter drop to grass or thorns, but nobody seemed worried. The best views are from the highest point of the walls near the railway station, looking towards York Minster. The unexpected bonus is Baile Hill, a FREE mound beside the wall, which I preferred to its more famous cousin, £9-to-enter and no-views Clifford's Tower.

Great walk accessed by steep steps, I was 😍 vilaged to walk one year during sunset which bathed the walls in gold. The walk is free but closed at dusk or in bad weather for safety reasons. The Walk is not complete, some sections demolished, most saved by a Bishop who fought for it not to be demolished.

A free attraction in York which we were happy to take advantage of. We walked the wall route clockwise starting at Bootham Bar. They say these are the most complete city walls in England, personally I’m dubious of this claim as the ones in Chester seem more complete to me, albeit the Chester walls are shorter (2 miles not 3 as in York) whereas the York walls have a couple of significant gaps in them. Nonetheless this was a pleasant walk if you are moderately fit as there are several sets of steps to navigate. There are some sections without inner railings but the drop isn’t a sheer drop, but a grassed slope. If you are lucky, the Tudor ‘Red Tower’ might be open, as was the case on the Saturday we did the walk. Don’t miss the section of Roman wall near the multiangular tower.

The York City Walls (also known as the "Bar Walls") are the most complete and longest medieval town walls in England, running for a circuit of approximately 2 miles (3.4 km) around the historic centre of the city. The elevated walkway is free to access and offers unique views of York Minster and other landmarks. Key Information for Visitors Opening Times: The walls are generally open daily from around 8:00 am to dusk, except on Christmas Day, in very high winds, or in icy/slippery weather conditions when they may be closed for safety. Access: Access to the walkway is via steps at various points, including the main 'bars' (fortified gateways). The walk is not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs/prams, or dogs (except assistance dogs). Route and Duration: A full circuit can be walked in about two hours at a leisurely pace, but many choose to walk only sections. The route is clearly signposted, with a brass stud trail marking the path where the walls are not continuous at ground level. Main 'Bars' (Gateways): The four principal gatehouses are Bootham Bar, Monk Bar, Walmgate Bar, and Micklegate Bar. Walmgate Bar is the only one in England to retain its barbican (an outer gateway). Points of Interest: The walk offers views of major attractions such as the Multangular Tower (Roman ruins in the Museum Gardens), Clifford's Tower, and York Minster.

Unfortunately, I didn’t get a chance to walk along all the city walls. But anyway, I was on some of them. That’s the best landmark after the York Minster, in my opinion. Speaking of York Minster, you can see it from the city walls. The walls give you a chance to explore the city and also dive into York’s history. There are text boards where you can read about the history of these walls.

We visited York Chocolate Story yesterday and had a fantastic time on the tour with Amy. The tour itself was informative, interactive, and engaging - and the chocolate tasting was especially enjoyable! Amy's delivery of the tour was equally as engaging, funny, and captivating. The tour was well paced and we felt the experience was good value for money! Staff in the shop were friendly and the variety within the experience was enjoyable. We really enjoyed our visit to the York Chocolate Story and would recommend a visit for all ages!

Very interesting story on 3 floors. (small lift available). Well presented history, but not many seats available in each period room for those with walking sticks. Few free chocolates too. Interesting and unusual chocolate items in shop.

Highly recommend and worth the entry fee. Very informative and interesting tour our guide Josh was engaging and knowledgeable. The exhibits are a mix of fun and Information and very interactive. With lots free sample. We added the truffle making and lolly workshop which was good fun too. I'll add we are 2 fully grown adults and still enjoyed it, so not just for kids.

This hour long tour was interactive & fun for people of all ages. Josh was engaging and entertaining getting everyone involved in the history of chocolate in York! We got lots of tastes and even made our own chocolate lolly. Highly recommend with or without kids.

A lot of fun and very interesting! We were a small group, so it was really intimate, and got to learn a lot about the history of chocolate production in York and how it's developed over time! I'd also signed up for truffle making, which was a lot of fun! Would definitely recommend! Plus, there was plenty in the shop to browse and buy!

York is a beautiful town with lots to see, do and shop. Read good things about York's Chocolate Story. We we travelling with our Bulldog, so we took turns visiting the shop. Got a bunch of chocolate bars (milk, dark and raspberry) and a selection of their pralines. Even though very busy, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Prices are very fair. The chocolate bars were quite good. But maybe not exactly our style. Or maybe I'm biased because I'm Swiss :D But the pralines were divine! Pieces of art. Tasted as amazing as they looked. Really up there with the very best ones we've had yet. All kinds of ingredients and fillings. Just amazingly tasty. Surely we'll be back for more whenever we're back in York.

A fantastic tour with the wonderful Harriet! Her enthusiasm and love for this place was clearly evident. She made the tour worth while. We managed to have our own sneaky tour as no one else turned up but this meant more chocolate throughout. A great way to learn and appreciate the confectionary we enjoy daily.

Lovely and cozy place to walk around. Very narrow lanes and looks line to be in horror movies streets.nearby many restaurants whee you can have variety and delicious food. Must to visit place

Second time back to York and loved it as much as I did previously. Sadly The Shambles was very much crowded and couldn't get the photos we were wanting to take, but I guess it's a tourist attraction and there are lots who want to go and see this anyways!

A beautiful place. Architecture its moved me in victorian era. How great looks all buildings. Loved it to walk on this street and surrounding.

Wow!!! What a magical street- fantastic if you are a Harry Potter fan!!! We went fairly early in the morning as I can image it would get very busy and crowded later in the day. The Christmas shop …. ❤️ wow!!!

Beautiful buildings, almost like you’ve gone back in time. If you want good photos you have to get there at the crack of dawn before it gets rammed with tourists. I got there at 6:30am to snap these shots. Wonderful

I loved the Shambles. Yes, it is crowded and attracts tourists, that’s no question. But it also has such a fun vibe and great shops. We arrived at 9:15 AM and it was almost empty. We got in line for the Ghost Merchants. Arriving early allows you to enjoy the street before it gets super busy. The eateries were great and the employees at every shop we went to were so kind and welcoming. Our entire experience was excellent. We came back in the evening during a witch tour and it was also quiet. All the shops had shut down and besides the unfortunate scaffolding currently in place, it was also charming and inviting. We did our best to enjoy all the shops (so many great ones!) and avoided any place that would provide royalties to she who shall not be named. Really loved our time here.

Some lovely shops, we waited an hour to get in the ghost merchants but it went quickly and it was worth it. Lovely street just very busy.

Loved this, great ride underground. Children will love the animatronics and smells 🤣 also very interesting and educational. The shopping centre build was postponed for over 5 years while the excavation of Coppergate street took place. 😱

A worthwhile excursion, but not awesome. They do their best to make a good presentation, but as museum experiences go, this is a commercialized and fairly minimalist experience. The staff are friendly, engaging, and informative. There is an off putting chemical smell (likely the smoke machine) in an around the “ride” through the animatronic displays. All in I did learn some interesting information, but I could easily have missed this and not been any worse off for having done so.

Been a number of times and always learn something new. The staff get dressed up and help bring the experience to life. The interactive ride is brilliant and the museum at the end extensive. Fabulous and unique experience

The information that was given by the people running it was very factual. The ride was about 20 minutes long and was also full of information. I can't help but feel like if they used real people at some parts of the ride then it would have been more gripping. But as many I understand with the wage costs it isn't possible. Over all its a quirky little spontaneous thing to do.

Lovely experience! I cannot believe it I was fascinated about the hairy pigs, the fake coins and the skeletons. Very educational for people of all ages! The staffs, please pay them well, as they truly bring this whole experience alive! Especially the guy with the beard minting coins.

I wasn't exactly sure what to expect, but this wasn't it. It was interesting and informative, but I expected more musem and less theme park. The ride is slow and therefore good for people of all ages and even people who have motion sickness. They say you'll be able to smell what the viking village would have been like, but it wasn't very noticeable to me and I have a very sensitive nose. The museum area has some interesting items, but is much smaller than I imagined. The option to have a viking coin pressed right in front of you is unique and is fun souvenir if you collect things. We had a very difficult time hearing the person out front who explains what to expect before you go in. I think it's worth a visit if you're in town, but lower your expectations of what you'll be experiencing. Timed tickets need to be purchased in advance.

The animatronics tour was great. The smells were a little foul at times but added to the authenticity, which is great attention to detail. Definitely worth a visit, especially on a rainy day like today! 1h is plenty. The museum bit is not so extensive

Well worth the £17 ticket price for this amazing, award winning museum. Built on the site of the original castle, which then became a debtors prison and a women's prison. It was founded in 1938 t house the large collection of objects relating to the study of social history donated by John Lampugh Kirk. Biggest highlights for me was the atmospheric sights and sounds of the Victorian Kirkgate Street with museum staff, actors, in period costume giving their knowledge of the local history. I also loved the experience of the prison with the actors on video speaking about the harsh conditions.

Excellent museum well worth spending several hours going through. It's housed in the former Female Prison (1780) and the Debtor's Prison (1705) both of which have Georgian architecture. I had gone here 50 years ago and remembered the streets and shops of Victorian York they have. It was nice to see it again. The signs are very informative - if you have the time read them.

I am not really one for museums but being on a trip to York it seemed like the Castle Museum would be a good place to go! We spent almost 2 hours in this place and particularly loved the old cobbled street- especially with Xmas decorations! We also really enjoyed the prison with the film clips and some of the interactive activities. Well done for a great museum!

I had a great time here! Decided to visit the Castle Museum rather than the Jorvik on my trip to York because of my interest in the Victorians and was not disappointed. Visited on a Saturday, pre-booked but it wasn't too busy. Loved the Victorian streets, friendly and informative guides, the fashion exhibit, and the old chocolate adverts in the chocolate history section. Also a special mention for the antique 'gamesc machines, really fun that they're all working!

York Castle Museum – Tower Street, YO1 9RY (Visited Tuesday 18th November 2025) This is our own experience with this business, and we know different clients will have different experiences — but we always leave reviews based on the service we received when we ordered or visited. First Impressions From the moment we arrived, the York Castle Museum made a wonderful impression. Rowan at the front counter was friendly, welcoming, and set a positive tone for the visit. The entrance area is well organised, with umbrella stands provided so you can leave your umbrellas to dry before exploring the museum—such a thoughtful touch, especially on a wet November day. Cleanliness & Safety Concerns The museum was clean, well maintained, and easy to navigate. The bathrooms were tidy and thoughtfully set up, with small stools available for children to reach the hand towels or dryers—something we really appreciated. Accessibility is excellent throughout, with ramps, lifts, and easy-access toilets making the entire museum comfortable for wheelchair users and anyone with mobility needs. Food Quality The café is a lovely little spot serving drinks, snacks, crisps, and sandwiches. Perfect for taking a quick break before continuing your visit or at the end. Everything looked fresh and reasonably priced. Ambience & Surroundings Inside the museum, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and full of character—especially welcome on a cold, rainy day. The displays are incredibly well signposted and wonderfully educational without feeling overwhelming. The Victorian Street area was a real highlight, beautifully dressed up for Christmas and full of charm. Service & Atmosphere The staff throughout the building were fantastic—friendly, approachable, and happy to interact and share knowledge. Rowan in particular was excellent, but everyone we came across added to the positive experience. The museum has a great energy, making it engaging for adults and children alike. Don’t forget to take some 20p and 50p coins—there are old machines dotted around that the kids absolutely loved. Facilities Facilities are excellent: accessible toilets, lifts, ramps, child-friendly features, a cosy café, and well-maintained exhibition spaces. The ticket you buy allows unlimited visits for 12 months, which offers great value. The museum is also just a short walk from the town centre, with a public pay-and-display car park only a few minutes away. A brilliantly laid-out museum with lots to see, do, and learn—we highly recommend a visit, especially with children. I hope this honest review helps others make an informed decision.

Faboulous. The entry fee is well worth the visit. There are 2 halves to the museum. 1 covers different periods of time with memorabilia from ww2 the 60s and more. The other is the replica period rooms and a very well done replica street with bits to explore. Loved it.

I am utterly impressed by the artefacts and realistically arranged rooms from different eras. The clothing section is very comprehensive too. The Victorian street - just perfect. One feels like on a movie set, for lack of closer experience. I spent a ton of time in the museum and would honestly revisit!

Very good for adults and children. We found it very interesting and factual. We spent two and a half hours here, we didn't rush. You have to pay for parking which is not very much. I would recommend buying tickets online before you go as I paid full price which was £22.00 each. Had i booked online it would have been £16.00. But really good nevertheless.

We really enjoyed our visit to this sea life adventure. Easily accessible from town center via bus, it is open from 11-3. The tickets are affordable. Toilets as you enter and you can also take photographs which you get to buy later on in the trip. So many beautiful aquatic creatures in this well maintained habitat, the staff is very well informed and there are many places to rest during the trip. We spent 3 hours there and could have spent more if the only bus out was not running at 1350 (the next bus is 5 and sea life closes 3). Otter display was closed but the sharks and sea lions were our favorite. We got to see the sharks being fed and the gift shop was reasonably priced. We also met vipers! Each staff member was so friendly and lovely- thank you. Loved our visit and will go again.

Lovely day out for adults and children. Plenty to see and do. I advise coming for 11 am to see the animals being fed throughout the morning. Staff are all very friendly and knowledgeable about the animals, they were all happy to answer questions. We had lunch here also which wasn’t too badly priced and a decent selection available including veggie stuff.

Visited with 2 friends using my Merlin Annual Pass and prebooked tickets to have cheaper tickets. We attended the Seal, Penguin and Shark/Ray feeds and talks. Niamh was amazing. The knowledge provided was educational but also fun. Engaging for both children and adults. Niamh’s visible love for the job made for an energy that was just contagious. She was very friendly and answered questions when asked by anyone. The only negative was that there was construction work being done on the Otter habitat meaning that we were unable to see them. This also meant there was drilling and digging causing loud noises and re-directions around the complex. However this did not affect our day. Just means we will have to come again when it re-opens next year. A Fintastic day was had by us all.

OUT IF THIS WORLD!! I bought special tickets to to feed the Seals as a surprise for our 25th Wedding anniversary. This included a guided tour of the rest of the exhibits and our guide Bev was brilliant. We both use walking aids to get around and we didnt feel rushed. Once we made it to the seals we weee givena bucket of fish to feed them it was great to see them swimming round and catching the fish, we also got to feed the grey mullet. Included in the ticket was admission tickets to look round after the tour and a great breakfast cooked fresh, this was all before the doors actually opened to the public. We had also booked to go to the Deep a few days later, but we found ourselves comparing it to the sealife centre and felt let down because of how great the sealife centre was. If you have the chance to do something special then I recommend paying to feed the Seals. A big thank you to all the staff (especially Bev) at Scarborough Sealife centre for making our visit so special and memorable.

Booked online in advance. I loved this place and the staff are very knowledgeable and approachable, more than happy to answer any questions. So many different things to see and a very good restaurant if wanted or there are picnic tables near the otters to have your own food

Have been here before but definitely almost 20 years ago. Went on a cloudy Thursday, just gone 10 am (all children had gone to school, our 15 year old wasn't starting back until the Friday). Friendly staff, all of them...one guy was telling us some really interesting information regarding the jellyfish, was nice of him to take the time to answer our questions. We were able to walk round leisurely as not hugely busy. Saw the seals being fed and talk by Josh who was funny and knowledgeable. Saw the penguins being fed also, Bev gave that talk I believe. Spent between 2-3 hours here. Daughter loved it as she's a fan of aquariums. Cafe was good, nice selection of regular lunch food, sandwich selection, toasties, hot dogs, chips, nachos, onion rings etc so easy for many "particular" eaters and reasonable pricing. Toilets very clean. We just had to buy the souvenir photos at the end as well 🤣

Overall i think if it wasnt a warm day and you couldnt use the outside loungers, i would find the price a little too much for the experience. The day we visited the lockers weren't working so we had to get staff to open and lock them, which seemed a little dodgy as they only wrote the locker number on the wristband and didn't check it every time. However, the place was great in terms of the outdoor pools, the splash area for kids and the outdoor loungers. It felt a bit like being on holiday (but not quite!). The food was quite good and we enjoyed some drinks on the loungers, but they were cleared off the loungers before our 4 year old had even drank half his drink!

Lovely water park, 3 hour time-slot gives you chance to ride all the slides a few times. The 4 person and 2 person slides were a lovely shared experience with the kids. All the slides were great for older kids as they were quite fast. The outside pool was really warm and it was a nice contrast to the cold rainy weather. The kids really enjoyed the wave pool too. A bit of queueing for the slides, imagine this can be a bit much when it's really busy but it wasn't too bad when we visited and the queues looked long but went diwn quite quickly. The staff were really friendly and the shower facilities were good.

Loved it. Plenty of parking to start, changing rooms were clean. The swimming side was great, wave pool was decent, the outdoor heated pool was lovely. The 4 slides, what a laugh, went on all of them multiple times. The staff I found very friendly and helpful. If there's anything to pick at, is that i wouldn't eat there the cafe food is expensive. One warning would be to anybody who may struggle to walk the slides are up 2/4 flights of steep stairs. Overall 2 kids and 2 adults had a great afternoon and would definitely go back

Staff were lovely and polite. Inside the changing rooms were clean. There's 4 slides. The blue slide was the best. Had to wait for the rubber tubes. But that's as expected, but the queues went down fast. The wave pool was fun. The outside pool was warm. Little jacuzzi's every where. Plenty of life guards around the whole. facility.

Family of 3 went at 1530 on a wet and windy Thursday before October half term. Friendly staff, pool and slides were excellent, changing rooms clean and well maintained. We used up the full three hours and thought it was good value for money. My only criticism was that some of the tables were not cleared of empty food and drink and cleaned down whilst it was quiet and the kitchen staff were stood chatting. However, all in all very good and we will be back again.

Great day out. 4 decent slides for 1 to 4 people, a wave pool every 30 mins, nice kids area and 2 very hot outdoor pools. We went 3pm to 6pm (can see how busy it is when book), so fairly quiet, little queues on slides. Outside pool was fantastic with bubble jets on every 20mins or so, great when sun sets. Clean changing rooms and a wristband locker system (given free when enter) makes it simple to come in and out if using cafe or loungers. 1 star reviews seem to be from people charged full price to watch (bizarre, should do spectators for £3 maybe?). If all plan to use its very good and much better than others we been like alton towers as example

The best way to describe this is. It is what it is. Kids will love it... that's about it to be honest. There is a bizarre set up where if you want to watch you can just go into the main pool area , no checks, no ticket, and use the cafe. Its odd. ! There are people young and old walking around in the rain swim wear and others fully dressed eating pizza. Well ok, no pizza as if they are busy the v v rude staff member that works in the canteen will not do pizza ! Chips then. Let's say chips. The v young staff on reception did their best but all looked a bit much and we had a fair wait to get in. All that said i go back to. Kids will love it. I did not !

Nice little trip on the train around to the Sealife Centre. Train was clean and tidy, buying tickets was straightforward but be aware they are a cashless attraction so make sure you have a credit/debit card on hand. Advise also to get there a little earlier to make sure you get the departure time you want as it can get very full very quickly.

Lots to see and all manner of sea life exhibited from tiny, delicate and beautiful juvenile jellyfish to sharks and penguins and seals. The music played in the background whilst viewing the inside exhibitions is ideal for the experience and the lighting for the exhibitions adds to the otherworldly nature of the inner space of our beautiful planet offering the opportunity to see the rich colours and luminescence of the extraordinary/gorgeous living things displayed. For kids and schools there are lots of interactive learning experiences available and plenty of signs explaining the ecology/biology of the sea life on display. The staff were highly professional, knowledgeable and willing to share their knowledge. There are wheelchair routes available through the centre and there is a gift shop and cafe. You can save money by booking tickets in advance.

After the walk down from the main Scarborough station the kids were excited to get on the train - one of the first in queue, predicting it might be busy...! The train takes about 10/ 15 mins to go from one station to the other, at which point you can jump off and have a wonder round before travelling back again. The main station at Peasholme has a cafe, toilets, gift shop etc. The other station has a smaller area with gifts and cafe but not as big. You get a nice view along the coast line during the ride...!

Such a cool installation that must not be missed in Scarborough whether you are on holiday, visiting for the day or a local. In addition to the miniature railway you will also find the artificial lake with boating activities, water zorbing and water chute. There’s a cafe and toilet facilities. Lots of fun and memories to be made here!

I finally got to ride on this little railway and it did not disappoint! It can be reached from various directions; I arrived via Marine Drive.Always check the website and Social media if you are planning a ride. The entrance is not far from the road And opposite Peasholm Park. The train journey takes approximately 15 minutes one way; a round trip is approximately 40 minutes as the train heads out to Scalby Mill. The scenery is fantastic and another time I would have probably just walked back from Scalby mill

Specifically brought my dog Blaze to Scarborough just for this train ride. He absolutely loved it, and us too. Excellent fun.

It was a lovely day weather wise, and my dad like trains ect so went on a little train journey - basically you can come right back or you can have a look around ect…. We just came back, but still it was a nice touristy thing to do!

The park has multiple entrances, includes a lake (with island), pedalos (dragon boats), cafe, mini golf etc. We visited straight after having some train rides just over the road. There was a bit of a wait for the dragon boats, but it is the school summer holidays...! We comfortably fitted the whole family in... although I regretted being volunteered by the kids to do the peddling!

Fabulous walk around the lake with paths suitable for all mobilities. Also woodland walks, again with proper paths. Wild animals and water fowl to watch. Plenty of seating. Nice little cafe

Not been for too many years but getting back remember why I love it. The walk around the lake is lovely watching the birds and plenty of seating so you can watch the world go by. Wonderful little piece of tranquility in a crazy world.

Stunning park close to North Bay beach. The park has something for everyone. The main attraction would be the pedal boats. There is an elevated island in the middle with an oriental building to the top. There is ample seating and toilet facilities. You can also observe wildlife here. Very well designed gardens. Great place for family picnics.

Lovely setting. Enjoyed the walk around the lake, Didn't go on the paddle boats but they looked great and didn't seem overly expensive. Really nice Chinese style buildings and a gazebo with a band stand in the middle of the lake.

Big park with a beautiful lake and island in the middle. There is a cafe and toilets, and you can also rent a pedalo. The best part for me was the tree trail. Very relaxing, especially with the wildlife like the squirrels and birds running and flying around.

A little gem of peace and quiet, just a couple of minutes from Scarborough North Beach. We visited in mid-September. Lots of waterfowl, grey squirrels begging for food. There's a cafe with very pleasant, friendly staff and lots of benches to sit and watch the birds on the lake.

We used our English Heritage membership for entry to Scarborough castle for a slightly more relaxed hour or two after visiting a rather busy south bay area! The walk up the hill to the castle was broken up by a quick play on the playground... Upon entering we was given the option of audio guides and also advised that there was some taskmaster activities, which obviously appealed to the kids as they have limited attention for actually going round the castle ruins! After listening and reading about some of the history we proceeded to the taskmaster activities, given instruction on how it runs and got started. There were 6 activities in total, all slightly different. These are great if you can be in a group of 4 to 6 people (with one acting as the scorer / judge for points). Kids (and grown ups) all enjoyed this and it was a bit different! After taking some 'winner' photos we carried on round the headland. The views from the headland / castle are wonderful, and there is so much history to learn about. They did have some guided tours which when I listened in on one sounded really informative! It's useful as a reminder that in terms of a castle there is not much left, you can climb part of the keep and walls and walk round the headland area. We enjoyed our visit, and the weather being pretty good certainly helped!

I visited there in June 2025. It was the best castle that I had ever seen. The castle is situated on the top of a hill. There was a large open space. The ground was covered with grasses which made it very green. I saw a play conducted in the field and the audiences were very interested on it. The entry of the castle was very similar to the great wall of China. Similarly, there are a few historic items like canon. Moreover, there is a small museum for showcasing ancient items. The ancient building was great though there was no option to visit it. A top platform was added there and tourist could go there to get the view of the city. The views from the platform were just picture perfect. One can see both north and south beach at the same time. You can buy food and ice cream from the restaurant. For the entry, you need a ticket and I purchased the ticket at a rate of 10 pound at that time.

Visited while we were in Scarborough for a few days. Bit of a climb if you’re walking but worth it. The castle itself has much to explore and there’s a surprisingly large meadow to walk around too. Epic views all around. Shop, Cafe and seating on site. It was a lovely day when we went but given its location I’m pretty sure you will feel the elements if you catch it on a bad day!

An amazing monument and historical site. There are 16 acres to explore and plenty of history. The interactive aspect via the audio tour is very good and it wasn't too crowded when we attended. There was a small cafe and public conveniences. There is a lot of walking to get to it and a lot of uneven ground, so those with mobility issues might be challenged. All in all a great experience.

The grounds are lovely with information boards dotted around. Great view of the sea and both sides of Scarborough, you can really tell why the picked this spot. The museum was a little lacking and had little items and seemed like an after thought. Cafe shack was nice but ice cream van wasn tooen when I visited so no idea on the price.

Great impressions from the visit. Very beautiful overview of the entire coast. There is a cafe, a place for children to have fun, an ice cream van. At the entrance there is a souvenir shop. Free maps of all the attractions of Great Britain. Welcoming, friendly staff who are ready to help with any questions. For Ukrainians, the entrance is free. I definitely recommend visiting, you will definitely not regret visiting.

National Heritage site. Beautiful views over both the North Bay and the South Bay. Great place to walk along the cliff path. Exhibitions to see, refreshments available at the Refreshment Shed. Clean public conveniences. Plenty of picnic tables and games for kids Access to most mobilities, quite a steep road and slope up to the castle itself. No problems for mobility scooter but a hard slog for people who have weakened walking. Weather on the day we visited was glorious, if a little windy

Went on a sunny day but during the evening time, the parking is not so far from here, can park down the road or they have free parking underground after 6pm. The beach was nice and was not so busy but maybe this was on this particular day, the pier side with the shops was really busy. I'm sure if you go during peak sunlight hours it would be a great day out.

My family visited in the summer. The day was sunny but also windy and chilly. Scarborough Beach was beautiful — a lovely spot to enjoy some sunshine and the sea breeze, even though it was far too cold for a swim.

Stunning beach in Scarborough. Easy drive and access from the train station too. The beach is clean and maintained so well, beautiful place and very close to seaside amusements and even a paid and clean toilet. Also it has a lovely view of the lighthouse but not many shells.

Clean beach and nice long beach front for walk. Fantastic hot shower Fecilities could not believe it’s even done sustainable with solar energy .

Had a fantastic day here a lovely place to visit. We went on a coach trip to Scarborough for the day and really enjoyed ourselves, unlike a lot of places there is plenty to do here. We had a great time looking around the shops on the front looking for bargains, all the shops were open which was nice to see. We went on the beach that was Clean. We also went on a speed boat ride (highly recommend) and we also found a great place to eat fish and chips and there was plenty of eating place to choose from. We will definitely go again fantastic day out.

1st time in Scarborough, took a while to find a parking space but what a lovely large sandy beach. My dog absolutely loved it 😆

Beautiful area. Aquarium is worth visiting. But needs better restaurants in town - many are over priced, dated and somehow always fully booked...

Beautiful gardens, the rockery area and the lake are amazing. All the Lillie's where flowering all different colours. There was entertainment for kids and families. Small play area for under 12s. Lovely cafe and gift shop. All the staff where great and the place was so clean and well kept. Highly recommend!

Beautiful place to visit. My daughter absolutely loved feeding the fish, playing on the playground and wondering around the gardens. Very well looked after. The cafe was lovely, had lunch there and a cake. The staff were great, but some looked a bit lost, not too sure if that was because there were too many on or because they were new. The food was great

I came here for the Tulip Festival 2025, when the gardens were bathed in gentle sunshine and the air carried a soft, easy warmth. The grounds stretch wide and open, inviting both rest and wandering, with a playground where children’s laughter drifts like music. Quaint cafés and charming restaurants sit clean and welcoming, while a little ice cream shop sweetens the day with delight. And should you wish for a touch of whimsy, buy a small bag of fish food — the simple joy it brings is nothing short of enchanting. Highly recommended!

Immensely enjoyable gardens to walk around, the best I’ve ever seen. Most of it is a flat walk around a couple of lakes and off shoot gardens that has a small aviary flower garden and rockery before you get to a smaller second lake that has a picturesque bridge to walk to the other side to carry on your walk back to the main entrance. It has a nice sit in or out cafe along with a play area for children. I can highly recommend this place and the highlight is feeding the fish which follow you around the lake ( small bags of feed are £1.50 a bag (£8.50 to get in for a adult as of today)but as it’s a trust it’s worth getting to have fun feeding the estimated 1000 fish that live here. It also has around 100 different types of lily dotted around the lake to make this place a must visit addition if you’re around the Pocklington area .

I love this place there's a lake with fish in. You can buy fish food which is great fun. There's a good cafe. Hundreds of flowers bushes and trees. A play area. Bird hide with lots of birds coming to feed from the feeders lots of Water lillies,picnic tables. There is also entertainment some times. Check on line.

I went here for work and it was gorgeous! The gardens were so lovely, obviously very fortunate with the weather but it was so beautiful! The water feature was so lovely to walk around and the fish were just insane!!! We went on a day with an owl talk which was a fun surprise to watch. Very accessible and great for families

We had a great day day at Burnby hall, one of the cleanest and best looked after gardens we've been to, not huge, but a fantastic place to relax, loads of benches and places to sit, very easy to get around as it's nearly all on one level. A museum, rock garden, walled garden, stumpery with a bird hide. The fish in the lake are amazing, you won't be able to help yourself bying some fish food from the gift shop to feed them. Highly recommended if your in the area,

What a fantastic place to see the amazing bird life. The pathways are thoughtfully set out in order to view all the cliffs. I went at Ganet season. An amazing spectacular. Will definitely return for the Puffins

Fantastic views and walks. Well worth a visit. £8 entry fee for non members. Friendly staff, great cafe, shop & toilets. Binocular hire available

We are new to RSPB and this is a sight that has been mentioned to us on numerous occasions so my husband and I decided to pay the site a visit on a trip to Whitby. FANTASTIC, the facilities at the visitors centre are good, toilets, cafe, shop and picnic tables. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Wonderful walks and the birds didn't disappoint, Gannets galore it was great to see. We will be back. Had a fabulous day out.

They have a wide selection of vegan sandwiches with one being gluten free AND vegan (5 sandwiches out of a total of about 13), cakes (gf and vegan available) and drinks. They do a wicked hot choc with oat or soya milk and you can add vegan marshmallows and cream. A large selection of gifts, bird feeders, books, toys, jigsaw puzzles, clothing and binoculars to name a few. All before you get to the amazing sites and sounds of the birds. Definitely worth a visit!

Too many pieces of land in England are fenced round, with the public either banned or charged to enter through a gate on a variety of pretexts. Land that should belong to all of us, or at least land on which we should have a right to walk or cycle and perhaps even camp. In Sweden, allemansrätte is the Right of Public Access, and in Norway, allemannsretten is the Right to Roam. Nearer home, the Land Reform (Scotland) Act of 2003 allows individuals to roam freely across most of Scotland’s landscapes, regardless of land ownership. These are fundamental principles that give everyone the freedom to access and enjoy nature, even on private land if it is uncultivated. At Bempton in East Yorkshire, the cliffs, the land and footpath along the cliffs, the sea birds and the sea should be available to all without raising money from them. The RSPB charged £8 per person in August (ostensibly for ‘parking’), while members park for free. Membership costs a voluntary subscription of ‘from £5 per month’, some of the money going towards the salaries of site wardens. As Bempton was also making money from its gift shop and café, a £16 entry fee seems excessive. And with no receipt given, who knows who has paid and who hasn’t? What does the site at Bempton do to benefit the birds, many facing serious climate-change threats to their survival? I asked if the presence of groups of noisy people on the cliff tops, some of them leading dogs, deters birds from nesting (which is why they come), particularly the puffins who make their burrows on the grassy top of the cliff. I got no answer from the wardens. Ironically, there is a public footpath right along the length of the cliffs but the RSPB restricts access to it and indeed does not mention that it exists! The public path runs for 12 miles from Flamborough village past the RSPB site to Speeton, with a possibility of parking at either end.

Absolutely stunning, amazing views. Great safe viewing platforms for looking out at the sea and bird colonies. Friendly and helpful volunteers, managed expectations well on what can possibly be seen (e.g. Puffins had left the area as they are usually there earlier than end of July when we visited). Cafe is clean, nice food and friendly atmosphere. Prices slightly higher than some places however quality and freshness cant be faulted.

Lovely time walk along the cliffs spotting the sea birds. We were also treated to an amazing rainbow and whale sightings! The volunteers along the cliff top were lovely and informative!

We had a very enjoyable visit. The hall is very well curated and maintained, the staff welcoming and knowledgeable. The gardens in particular the walled garden were beautiful. The Humboldt penguins and zoo are an additional attraction. You can also leave to walk along the headland to Danes Dyke or get a tourist road train into Bridlington and return for the car.

Sewerby hall it's self is closed from the end of September week days but open weekends. However the gardens and grounds are open all week free of charge even though it's autumn the gardens are still beautiful and well worth a visit. The walled gardens is a must visit with a excellent garden shop selling plants for a great price.The Zoo is also open and has a small charge of £4 for a adult to visit. The zoo is small but has birds, penguins, pigs, goats, donkeys,horses,larmas ect. There is a cafe and beautiful walks along the cliffs with views to Flamberhead and Bridlington. The land train runs from Sewerby hall to Bridlington aswell. I would highly recommend a visit Sewerby hall and is suitable for anyone.

Check website to see what's open\on. Large free car park, woods, play area, walk to see the sea (careful as erosion at the edge) there's a land train too. Interesting walk round the hall, a zoo with rescued coatis, pigs, birds etc nice cafe too after walking round the gardens. Great day out!

Lovely visit today. There is something here for everyone. The hall itself is superb with great AV. Fabulous story. The gardens are beautiful and the zoo will educate and entertain any age. Big car park and good cafe facilities. Excellent day out all round.

Great hidden gem. Travelled over from beverley not really knowing what to expect. Was pleasantly surprised. Ample parking, lots of activities for all ages, whether it's viewing the walled gardens, exploring the zoo, enjoying some quality good or simply sitting on a bench enjoying the views and the sea air. Everyone was super friendly snd helpful with directions. A very good playground for ages up to 12. Family visit and would highly recommend.

Lovely house and gardens with entry included in the estate entrance price (rather than a seperate charge as seen at some places). Zoo area is small in size but well worth a visit. Nice cafe and outdoor seating area, sausage rolls delicious and great value. Play area for kids, as well as outdoor activities including a free small 18 hole putting area. Staff friendly and helpful.

Easy to find free parking. Great scenery lovely place to explore. Cafe can be busy but I found the food worth the wait. If you want you can pay to see the small zoo on site and look around inside the house.

We found this lovely cafe on Google maps. We had jacket potatoes which were delicious, served with salad and coleslaw. The staff were very friendly. After looking round the model village, we had cakes and tea. Lovely home made cakes

Early days at the Garden Tea Room. Sadly the coffee machine broke down just as we were waiting. The manager was very apologetic and we had a pot of tea instead. These things happen. We will be back to try the breakfasts as they looked very nice. There's a few tables inside and more tables outdoors. Disabled access throughout.

This has to be the best breakfast in Bridlington! Top quality ! Sausage were from a good butchers, lovely bacon All food served from local business. Totally excellent!

Terrible experience. Arrived at 2:30 on a Monday, there was only 1 family eating. Staff were rather rude and seemed uninterested. Around 40 minutes after ordering a staff member came over to apologise our food hadn’t arrived. Although they offered us a free drink, when we took them up on the offer we were asked to pay!! Eventually the food arrived - paninis were barely warm and cheese not even melted! Free coffee eventually arrived after we had finished eating! Wouldn’t recommend at all. Very poor experience.

Fab little tea room in Sewerby attached to the model village. Really good coffee and all cakes/scones etc were home baked. Covered outdoor seating if you have a pup.

Staff need more training. They are not good with intolerances, I told them no vinegar and got served coleslaw. Food is okay but not good value for money.

The garden tea room and model village. Great little place. Very reasonable prices and good quality food. The model village is very well presented and is dog friendly.

Best rocky beach to visit. You can paddleboard, walk, take photos and enjoy a day. It's mostly windy, so be careful about your hats and be ready for a short hiking.

Gorgeous forest, interesting history, an ok priced decent carpark, and a BEAUTIFUL beach! Dogs allowed too! Sand after you sneak over the pebble edging, gorgeous place - and check out all the supernatural stories on google too!

Lovely walk down to the beach. Wild garlic everywhere! Beach is great with interesting geology. Good views over to Bridlington. Great for the dog. Nice little snack hut in the car park run by some lovely ladies and importantly, toilets!

Access by motorhome is possible, lots of passing places. Good parking. Super, friendly and informative staff, good paths, both natural and buggy accessible. Fabulous views and places to observe the birds. Good food and nice shop.

Awesome place to explore. I walked along the path from sewerby to Danes dyke. Some narrow and steep bits going down to the beach but the dogs loved being off the lead and exploring. Not for the disabled mind you unless they are fit and capable.

A stunning location for a walk down to the sea. Parking is reasonable and is cash or card. There’s a handy cafe with affordable food & drink.

Plenty of paid parking, cafe on site, lovely walk through the wooded area down to the stunning beach and back up the otherside

Great for families, animals are - sheep, goats, horses, cows, pigs, birds, chickens, ducks, fish, quail, small animals too. They have 2 outdoor tunnel play areas, a hay barn to run around in, several outdoor play areas. A maze, trails to walk around. You can feed the animals and the fish. You could easily spend a whole day here.

Fabulous place! Lots and lots to do for all the family. Several play areas, lots of animals (that all look very well cared for). Nice food at a very reasonable price. Great day out with the kids 😊

Good for the whole family. Fed the goats, sheep n fish. Had a nice wander about and decent coffee and snacks in the cafe. All very clean, wholesome day out 😊 would definitely go back

Everybody loves honeysuckle farm. You can feed the sheep and goats special animal food and the fish fish food which you get in little pots from the entrance. There are cows, horses and donkeys but you dont feed those. They dont have pigs anymore though, which i do miss. There is plenty of play opportunities for the kids with hay bales to jump on (under cover should it rain), tunnel slides (which even the 20 year old had fun on!)u, normal slides, rope bridges and wooden climbing frames. There's a hedge maze and lots of wooded area where you can build stick dens. The cafe is lovely with a good choice of food and drink at reasonable prices and the staff are lovely. If you want to take your own food there are plenty of picnic areas and tables to sit at. My only issue was all picnic areas are outside, the main one is under shelter but if you happen to go on a cold or windy day you can't keep warm whilst sat eating lunch as you're not allowed to eat your own lunch in the cafe.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Honeysuckle Farm is such a lovely day out for all ages! The animals are clearly well cared for and happy — we loved meeting the goats, donkeys, cows, and especially the friendly horses. There’s plenty of space for children to run around, and the feeding opportunities make it extra special. The farm has a relaxed, welcoming feel, with picnic areas, a cosy café serving tasty ice cream, and friendly staff who are happy to chat about the animals. The tractor rides are a hit, and the play areas keep little ones entertained for hours. It’s the perfect mix of fun, learning, and fresh air. Highly recommend for a wholesome family day out in the countryside! 🐐🐄🌾

Great place lots of animals and best of all for my grandchildren is the hay bales to play on

An absolutely fantastic day out with lots to do. Feeding the animals and the fish is great fun and den building in the woods keeps the kids occupied for hours. The cafe has a lovely selection of food including homemade treats with plenty of seating and lots of outdoor benches for a rest or a picnic if the weather is good.

Such a beautiful lake but no access around it. Really disappointing that the only real view you get of the place is from the car park. Given its size and popularity it is unfortunate that the landowners have not thought to make a path around to allow people to fully enjoy it.

Some people go to Hornsea and never leave the beach but I do think they are missing out. When I go to Hornsea I walk a good long way out along the beach before heading back via the Leisure Centre. I then head to up to the old railway line, walk the length of the Green Corridor then round to Hornsea Mere. It’s usually pretty quiet at the Mere but there’s always something new going on see. If you need refreshments there’s a cafe where you can also buy ice cream. It’s possible to go out on the water or you can simply sit on one of the many benches. Lots of information boards.

Glacial lake which best reflects the natural Holderness region before the drainage of this land by the arrival of Modern Man and Cistercian Monks some 1000 years ago. The drainage and diversion of fresh water to sea and reservoir has continued ever since transforming the region from bountiful wetland of littoral people to dry Farmland and road. The lake remains accessible to the public and is Yorkshire’s largest fresh water lake. Rowing boats are available to hire for around £5 per head per hour which is highly recommended, motor boat trips are also available. We opted for one of the many rowing boats, out on the water the scale of the lake is felt in each pull of the oars, the friendly boat hire crew advised us to wrap up warm and reserve time and energy coming back to the boat house as a cold easterly blew in from the North Sea which resists progress, thankfully this was still easy going and an excellent way to connect to the landscape and people of the past, sailing the boat like the regions ancient tribal people the Parisi rekindling ghosts of our wild spirits as many bird species fly and float along with us through air and water. After the boat ride, public paths are ready to explore around the lake or take it easy & rest on one of the many unique and creative seats and benches placed conveniently around the boating area taking in the view of lake and big skies above. Great place to visit as an alternative to the beach, ideal for a picnic and relaxing in fresh air or indoors a visit to the cafe at the boat house. The lake ideal for a dry summer day but enjoyable views all year round.

Hornsea Mere is the largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire. Covering 467 Acres it is 2 miles long and 3/4 of a mile wide. On average it's about five feet deep although in some places it can be as deep as 12 feet. It is very popular for sailing there is a club based here. It is also a great place for rowing you can hire rowing boats here. There is a nice little cafe by the jetty. It is free to enter with free parking. It's also a good place for bird watching. Dog friendly it's a nice place to visit.

Its a lake, history is great, but unless you love birdwatching, you won't miss not seeing it

Cafe ,small walk & boat club, rowing boats here,,lots of birds ,take binoculars with you. Interesting history & thoughts while here. Weather heavy rain while we here but went in cafe which lots of choice. Look at for signs ,don't listen to sat nav. Tricky hidden lane really,blink & you have gone past it.

This is a beautiful part of the world that is worth a visit. Located by the coastal town of Hornsea the Mere has a large free parking area that is slightly uneven so disabled visitors will struggle slightly with the uneven loose surface of the car park. There is a gift shop and a tea room on site that is worth a visit but they are a little on the expensive side. There is also a boat yard that offers boat rides on the Mere at a reasonable price . All in all a worthwhile visit especially if the sun is shining.Remember to take some bread with you if you like feeding the ducks and geese.

This is a very sad place to visit, less than 50% of the retail spaces are filled and the kids soft play place has closed down as the tenant has done a runner (according to the notice on the door!!) The shops that are open all sell the same sort of clothes or are outdoor wear like Mountainwarehouse and Regatta. There is a very nice coffee shop, we spent a while in there. (And the sunset as we left was spectacular.)Cant see this place surviving as a retail outlet village much longer. Hope I am wrong.

Disappointed with how few shops that were there, lots of empty units and those that were there were mostly the same price as regular shops. We've been in the past and got some good bargains from there. Large carpark that was nearly empty. Some units close earlier such as Bugtopia which closes at 3pm.

Having seen mainly negative recent reviews for this place, we were pleasantly surprised with the quality of the shops and cafe that were open when we visited today. Another plus point were the shrubs and flowers throughout the site. Our only slight criticism was the loud music playing all round the site but it didn't spoil our shopping trip. As others have mentioned, all the staff we encountered were happy in their jobs which made for a pleasant couple of hours of retail therapy!

This shopping area is picturesque set amongst winding paths and trees….. BUT hardly any shops open, more shops closed than open. Very quiet and not many customers which is a shame as the area around is lovely. Wouldn’t it be better to get a little for each shop rather than it shut and having no function… come on people who run or care for these shops stop being greedy , open it up with great shops to encourage customers. Get advertising you really are missing out on what could be a little treasure…

Lovely little quiet shopping village with a tiny reptile zoo. We had a cake and ice cream in the cafe which was nice.

Nice place to walk around. There are a lot of empty shops here, but the shops that are there are decent and can pick up some good bargains. There's a bit of everything, clothes and shoe shops, play area and Bugtopia, pound stretcher etc. The cafe here is very expensive and we found the staff quite rude. We've only been once and won't go there again. There's multiple car parks and lots of spaces. Nice little shopping area that could do with a bit of money putting into it and few more shops and another reasonably priced cafe.

My memories of here were of a very busy and vibrant shopping venue, sadly it seems that a lot of shops are closed and the atmosphere has ghost town feel about it - such a shame. The shops that are open are still great and some lovely bargains to be had.

It's been a number of years since I last visited and enjoyed it just as much. Really good insite to the city's past Martine history. There is two floors of interesting exhibit.

It's still closed unfortunately. Hull is a nightmare to drive around cycle wands everywhere you need to turn left but the gap in the wands was 200m from the traffic lights with no warnings. I'm sure the museum will be great once reopened but it's been ages

A quaint but one-of-the-kind museum set in UK's cultural city. An ode to the city's whaling past, this museum is one of the unexpected gems that I've come across during my travels. This museum is located centrally in Hull and hard to miss. It has two floors packed with myriad objects- from gunny sacks used for packing flour, accurate models of maritime vessels, paintings, Whaling harpoons, a blubber pot and more interesting things. It is well curated and makes for an interesting hour or two to learn about this city's vibrant past. Don't miss it if you are visiting Hull.

Great history & education of many working ships, from fishing, war , docks , pirates, etc ,this museum used to be the old docks offices before they redirected the rivers . Volunteers there are very knowledgeable of area & great to chat too.

Very informative place to bring young kids and students and it's all free to visit.

one of the places you must visit while you are in Hull. It is located just within the city centre. and situated in a very nice building. Free entry and it’s pack of information about the maritime history. Definitely recommended for everyone.

Well ran and informative, nice walk through history. Hopefully they can live without anymore whale hunting

This is free to visit and part of the Hull Museum Quarter. There are several old shop interiors, which have been rescued from throughout the city and these have been recreated into a street scene complete with old trams along with exhibitions of other old transport types such as horse carriages and bicycles. Good for all ages.

Absolutely amazing place, very interactive and free to enter, made a donation of course 🚃

An absolutely brilliant day out looking around all the museums, the street life has a amazing collection and some very well designed scenes, well worth a visit #History #Hull #Daysout

Iv been taking my grandson to the museum to do the activity sessions in the holiday and he's been loving the crafting sessions that are on at present . The sessions are brilliant and the volunteers and staff have been wonderful and patient with him . He is very shy and nuero divergent so he has trouble interacting with people , they have adapted to his needs and he is always wanting to visit . Beautiful museum.. We love looking round all the displays. Very well presented with things to do to educate both young and old. Well done .

Brilliant museum! One of the best I've been too. Didn't think I'd be bothered with carriages upstairs but it was really well done.

Absolutely amazing museum! Such fabulous theming. Was so interesting seeing all the different old shops and transportation.

Free entry. Interesting attraction, collection including old bicycles & cars & recreated old shops. Worthy of an hour or so of your time.

The White Hart pub is an absolute must go to. Fabulous pub.

A fascinating destination to explore is a quaint town with a historic charm that feels like stepping back in time. The Hull old town area is particularly captivating, with its cobblestone streets and vintage architecture. Among its highlights are several pubs that date back to 1729 (picture attached), each exuding a unique character and offering a cozy atmosphere, making them delightful spots to relax and soak in the local culture. The entire region is remarkably picturesque. This visual appeal has not gone unnoticed by filmmakers, as it served as one of the filming locations for the popular movie "Enola Holmes."

This is a very popular area with tourists-little cobbled back lanes, access to the river and over to the Deep, the Museum Quarter… it has become a popular location for filming with the streets transformed to war time Britain.

This is an absolutely great place. Really underrated. Loads of great museums (streetlife and Wilberforce recommended) and some interesting back streets with coffee shops and eateries. Can't believe we waited this long to visit such a cool place.

Hull's old town is a small area of the city bordering the river Hull. It's where the city grew up in the Middle Ages along High Street with warehouses and merchants homes. Because of the old buildings and cobbled Streets it is often used for TV and movie sets. There are a lot of old historic pubs in this part of the town. It is also known as the museum quarter, with the street life Museum willberforce house and the Hull and east riding Museum all next to each other and free to enter.

Hull's historic old town is a fascinating mix of architectural styles, quirky pubs, old narrow cobbled streets, the old fruit market, and a lovely 'boardwalk' trail alongside the River Hull, the Arctic Corsair (though at the time of writing the ship's been moved for restoration work and to a new home), The Deep aquarium, and skirting the old town and around to the marina.

Good atmosphere yet not overly busy. Excellent museums with no entry charge but you can leave a donation if you wish. Arcade and large indoor food market (closed Sunday). Plenty of good choices for a drink and / or a bite to eat.

Brilliant day out for all. We've been going for 13 years since our daughter was 18 months and even now as a teenager she loves it. Animals and information amazing, the café is superb and good value plus the price of a ticket includes as many return trips as you can make in a year. Simply the best!

This place is truly fantastic. Quite pricey for tickets initially but when you factor in that they can be used for a whole year, it means it's amazing value. A great mix of history, geography, geology and biology that would get the most disinterested person interested. So many different animals can be seen and it is obvious that they are all extremely well looked after. The gift shop is very well priced with lovely friendly staff. Would give this place a 100% approval rating!

I visited The Deep in Hull today, and overall, it was a pleasant experience, though there are a few things to keep in mind. Personally, I feel the ticket price is a bit high, especially considering what’s inside. However, one good thing is that the ticket is valid for a whole year and allows multiple entries, which makes it worthwhile if you plan to visit again. Inside, the aquarium is clean and well-maintained, but I would suggest not to expect too much in terms of variety or size of sea creatures. There were baby sharks, which were interesting to watch, and the penguins were absolutely adorable—definitely the highlight of the visit. The jellyfish displays were beautiful and mesmerizing under the lights. However, I was expecting to see more large or medium-sized fish, which were mostly missing. The surroundings are nice, offering lovely views of the river and Hull cityscape. The cafeteria serves good British food, and it’s a nice spot to relax for a while after walking through the exhibits. Parking could be a challenge on weekends—the car park was full when I arrived, probably because it was Sunday, and it’s also quite expensive at £5. Overall, it’s worth a one-time visit, especially for families with kids.

Great afternoon, no queues, booked a 1pm slot. Great exhibits, really enjoyed seeing the themed areas. Food & drink averagely priced & plenty of choice. Parked in overflow car park, £4.50 on top of ticket price.

We had a fantastic time at the deep. Our two kids loved it. It was so good we made use of the yearly pass tickets and went back the following morning. I would like to specially thank Mia who sat and talked our two kids for ages. Telling them all about the fish in the shallow reef tank. You really made the day memorable for them. Thank you so much.

Flawless aquarium, provides great info on the evolution of marine life. Also great views of the Humber. Best part is the annual pass so you can visit at anytime for a year. Great gift shop as well (I particularly enjoyed the tracker bracelets.) Will definitely be visiting again.

Decent aquarium attraction, great that you can visit for a year for free though unfortunately we aren’t local enough to take advantage. Disabled access is superb & it’s also a bonus that parking is free for blue badge holders.

Excellent views from the top. It is a big climb and the last steps are nearer a ladder than a staircase. Lots of information about the local area in the museum. Plus a cuppa in a lively tea garden available too.

A great experience with superb views from the top. The staircase goes from bottom to top around the inside of the light house no floors on the way. My wife only managed half way up before turning back.

A worthy museum to visit! For a fee of £5, you can climb the 100+ steps to the top of the lighthouse! There’s some fantastic views at the top once you’ve climbed the final set of steep steps! There’s a very informative museum on the ground floor, plus a cafe offering tea, cakes, scones and very reasonably priced. The museum, gardens, and cafe is dog friendly, but climbing to the top of the lighthouse isn’t. Just be aware. There’s no parking at the museum, but you can park further down the road by the sports ground for free.

Long walk up the steps but we'll worth it when u get to the top brilliant views. And nice museum ,and friendly staff . And nice little cafe

I popped in on a whim as Spurn Head was closed. 3 fascinating museums with some artefacts. RNLI, Withernsea local and Kay Kendall ( Rex Harrison’s wife). Then there is the lighthouse itself, 127 feet to climb, 144 steps the last 23 ladder like. I was knackered by the time I got to the top, but the views are worth it. Morse code windows at the top and from one, in good weather you can see the Humber Bridge. I was fortunate in that I had the top to myself as it’s a bit cosy up there. You can’t get outside, for safety reasons but that doesn’t distract from the experience. The chap in the entrance was very interesting to talk to and I’m told that the attached cafe is the cheapest in the town. This I can’t verify but if the rest is anything to go by, I wouldn’t disagree

Absolutely brilliant place to visit,very interesting and well worth a visit if in withernsea. The museum has a lot of cool history and the views from the top are fantastic. The lady who has greeted us on the desk both times we have been is also lovely,highly recommend a visit.

Absolutely amazing experience. Worth every penny. Interesting museum and the climb to the top was amazing. Maybe not so good for people scared of heights obviously and the final climb may be tricky for the slightly infirm. Nice cafe at the back in a sweet little garden. Staff are great too.

Superb experience for older kids as well. The literature definitely had us worried that this was heavily geared towards families with smaller kids. We had two older teenagers and one younger as well as four adults and we had a great day. The animals were clearly very well cared for and plenty of staff were working to keep them cleaned out and looked after. The facilities were clean and well kept including a LOT of adventure play equipment. If bringing smaller ones I recommend allowing plenty of time for your visit as you will likely be spending plenty of time here! Highly advise booking in advance as a premium is charged for paying on the door!

We’ve been Gold Pass members for a while now, and honestly, it’s the best money we’ve ever spent for family days out. Every single visit is a hit — whether it’s feeding the lambs, zooming around the soft play, or saying hello to the cheeky goats (who clearly run the place). The staff are always so friendly and genuinely brilliant with the kids — they somehow manage to make every activity feel personal and fun, even when it’s busy. Everything’s spotless, well organised, and there’s always something new to see or do. The seasonal events are incredible too — from the Easter egg hunts to the Christmas experience, they really go all in to make it magical. Orson absolutely adores it here — the tractors, the animals, the bouncy pillows, everything. It’s one of those rare places where you can easily spend the entire day and still not get through it all. If you’ve got little ones and haven’t been yet, go. If you have been, get the membership — you’ll use it constantly. Rand Farm Park has become our go-to happy place, rain or shine ❤️🐑🚜

This is a superb day out if you have children. There's so much to do and activities are both indoors and outdoors. We took a picnic but there are two places to buy food if you didnt want to eat outside. My only gripe is how the prices change depending on when you go. If you want to entertain your children here during school holidays then expect to pay pretty much double the price of non school holidays.

Great place, took children aged 8 and 5, and they have really enjoyed their day. Feed the animals, played on every single item there and have completely tired themselves out.

Absolutely love Rand Farm Park, the special events they put on just keep getting bigger and better, but have the same attention to detail. The timetable is always full with extras that are free to participate in. The animals well cared for. Facilities are always well cleaned and the food and drinks have always been good and priced on par with most places. A fabulous day out for the family even though our daughter is now 11, she still seems to love the Farm. Great value family fun all year round 😁

Amazing place for all ages so much to do and see food is amazing to or plenty of places for a picknick

Really lovely experience here at the farm. We went as part of the boxing day offer with my family for a day trip. There was loads to do and lots of animals to see. The tractor ride was lovely, and we even had a bit of sunshine 🌞. The best bit was definitely my children bottle feeding the baby calves, seeing a Jersey cow being milked and also the outdoor kids entertainment. Will be back in Summer with a picnic!

Gorgeous place and ideal for what we needed. We stayed for my mother in laws birthday and if you’re looking for somewhere to get a group together it can’t be beaten. Perfect for groups who want their own space.

I attended a Sunday lunch here on Remembrance Sunday and it was excellent. All done by volunteers, too. Superb. Thank you for a great time and friendly welcome!!

Visited this cafe and museum a couple times in the past . Great collection of local history both railway and the Great Western Festival 1972 . Stopped by this year and t think the owner has retired so not open now be nice if it did open again sometime in the future.

CHECK THE PRICE LIST FIRST! We stopped here on a bike ride a few days ago. The owner eventually stopped talking to his friend and served me. I asked for a tea, coffee and a Bakewell Tart (in a cellophane wrapper). That will be £11 he said. I went outside and had a thought...went back in and questioned the price. £4 for the tea, £4.40 for the coffee and the rest for the cake. My partner asked the same question and the price of the tea dropped to £3. There was no apology and no offer to provide a refund. Lets not go back.

Stopped off while on a family bike ride, really nice. Has put a lot of effort into safety with screens inside to separate tables if you wish to sit inside. Although the menu has become a little bit more limited it is still good food.

We just love it when we're gagging for coffee on our bike rides and we happen upon a little gem like this. It's quirky, cute and welcoming. The coffee is excellent and we were tempted by the teacakes and didn't regret it. We also love that it's been developed on an old railway yard and retained some fabulous old features reminding us of what has gone before. Thank you and see you soon!

Excellent food, easy parking, friendly staff. It was interesting seeing all the relics from the past. Barry is a wealth of knowledge and very approachable. The centre is Certainly worth a visit for a bite to eat and a quiet look around. Plus it's got fish and chips, what's not to like.