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NT Wentworth Castle Gardens

Wentworth Castle is a favourite with families. From the car park and visitor reception building, it’s a short walk to the adventure play area and the cafe. Many paths in…

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RSPB Dearne Valley Old Moor

RSPB Old Moor is South Yorkshire’s best kept secret; a place to spot some wonderful nature, explore and discover with the kids or just walk around in peace and quiet….

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Go Ape at Sherwood Pines

Go Ape at Sherwood Forest packs a punch with four brilliant outdoor adventures to get stuck into: Nets Adventure– The ultimate energiser for avid climbers of all ages (1 year+),…

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Central Park, Scunthorpe

The main car park is accessed from the Kingsway on the A18. There is also a secondary car par park accessible from Ashby Road, the A159. Car parking here is…

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Bawtry Forest

If you fancy a quiet walk in gorgeous woodland then Bawtry Forest is a great place to explore. Perfect for dog walking too but make sure you have your wellies…

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Sprotbrough Flash Nature Reserve

Picturesque Sprotbrough Flash is one of the richest wildlife sites in South Yorkshire. A mosaic of open water, wetland, woodland and limestone grassland, the site offers a year-round treat for…

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Kings Park, Retford

A well maintained, award winning park for everyone to enjoy with many facilities including open green spaces, a skate park, a great children’s play area, seating, a rose garden, a…

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NT Clumber Park

Clumber Park is a place for everyone to enjoy, with 3,800 acres of historic parkland to roam. Get off the beaten track and explore the woodland together, visit our Cycle Hub and…

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Tickhill Alpacas

Located on the outskirts of Tickhill, Sunny Acres is the perfect hideaway to enjoy some chill time and do something a little bit different! Alpaca Countryside walk – £25 per…

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Annabel’s

Enjoy a walk around the lakes followed by coffee and cake at Annabel’s. They now have a pizza oven too! Parking available in Loversall, DN119DD (Please note no parking at…

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Sandall Beat Wood

A great place to enjoy the outdoors in woodland, enjoying a picnic, walking and playing. There is a play area, sensory area and car parking. Covill’s Trail is a 2km…

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Owlet Woods, Blyton

Recommended by Mumbler Annie in the Doncaster Mumbler Parents Chat Group  We visited during lockdown and it was a lovely magical wood with some really interesting trees, some to climb and…

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Harwell Woods

Shared by Mumbler Annie in the Doncaster Mumbler Parents Chat Group  “Magical Wood, we park up Harwell lane just after it meets Pinfold Lane, you can park on the verge.” More…

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Monsal Trail: Peak District

The Monsal Trail is a traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users through some of the Peak District’s most spectacular limestone dales. The trail runs along…

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Mam Tor

Mam Tor is a good mountain to climb with children, we followed a circular tour, which you can see here , which was great for mini Mumblers little legs! The views…

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Blue John Cavern: Cavern Tours

There are 245 steps down into the cavern and back up again. Open from 9.30am daily. Perfect for family days out, visit the world famous cavern in Castleton. Blue John…

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NT Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

We have visited here a couple of times. It is well worth a trip. We loved climbing the Abbey Ruins and following the river. There is a great adventure playground…

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Longshaw Estate – National Trust

A wonderful place to discover spectacular views of the Peak District, ancient woods, parkland and heather moorland. Nearby Padley Gorge is great for paddling. Several car parks including the main…

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Don Valley Way: Doncaster Heritage Walks

Several Heritage Walks ranging from 1.5 to 4.5 miles in length. Doncaster Heritage Walk: A short historical walk, visiting the river, canal and railway. An urban walk with some steps and…

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Northwood Trail, England’s Fairy Sanctuary

Northwood Trail is nestled in a 100 acre wood at Buttercrambe close to York and this delightful woodland fairy sanctuary is the first of its kind in the world. The…

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Rother Valley Country Park

The Park has fantastic facilities for families to enjoy a brilliant day out in the fresh air. The Stables Café is located at the Park Courtyard Area, Ice Cream Vans…

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Anglers Country Park

Within easy reach of Doncaster. There’s a huge lake to walk around (2 mile lakeside trail suitable for walkers, joggers and cyclists), a woodland walk and bird hides. There’s also…

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Newmillerdam Country Park

Newmillerdam Country Park has a central lake, surrounded by a surfaced path. It is around a 50 minute drive from Doncaster. Help Gnome Tony find his gnome friends and the…

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Pugneys Country Park (incl Pugneys Light Railway)

Situated one mile from J39 of the M1, it is a 300 acre park – facilities for sailing, windsurfing and canoeing (equipment available to hire). Cycle hire available too. There…

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Lakeside Trail

Did you know that there is a FREE trail to do at Doncaster Lakeside with the kids? Find out more 

Sherwood Pines

With activity trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking trails, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great day out for all. We have visited this place a…

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Thoresby Park

Thoresby Park is a lovely place to visit all year round with a range of attractions for the whole family. Opening times are from 9am until 5.00pm and admission is…

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Thrybergh Country Park

Thrybergh Country Park has something for everyone. Whether it’s a walk around the lake or you just want to relax and enjoy the local wildlife and countryside. There is also…

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Rufford Abbey Country Park

Set in beautiful parkland, there is lots to explore. Woodlands, a lake and gardens. Great for a family picnic. Lots of space. Adventure play area (free to use). Activity Pack…

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Warmsworth Park

Warmsworth Park is a great place to keep kids of all ages busy, with toddler and junior play areas, multi-use games area, playing fields, picnic area, wildflower area and lots…

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Town Field, Wheatley

One of Doncaster’s largest outdoor spaces, Town Field is great for walking, playing football or just enjoying the outdoors. Just outside the town centre, there are large playing fields, with…

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Quarry Park (Nature Reserve), Dunsville

A former quarrying site is now an award-winning park and local nature reserve, with a wide range of things to see and do. There is a toddler play area, with…

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Melton Wood Country Park, Sprotbrough

This wood and country park is a great space to get outdoors and enjoy a walk in some beautiful scenery. It is ideal for walking and cycling. Melton Wood Country…

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Howell Wood Country Park

Howell Wood Country Park is the perfect place to take a stroll and enjoy being in the outdoors. The northern part of the wood is home to a country park,…

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Highfields Country Park

Highfields Country Park is perfect for enjoying family time outdoors. There is beautiful scenery, including woodlands, wildflower areas and the lake, perfect for a nature trail. A perfect place for…

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Hexthorpe Park

Whether it’s seeing Doncaster’s only public bird aviary, or strolling through the historic Dell gardens, there is a lot to do at Hexthorpe Park. The park has places to play…

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Denaby Memorial Park

Denaby Memorial Park has toddler and junior play areas, multi-use games area and outdoor gym equipment. They also fun a Fit and Fun Walk, starting and finishing near the park….

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Creswell Crags Museum & Heritage Centre

Walk in the footsteps of the Ice Age hunter and enter a world of fire and flint. Discover a legacy etched in stone with cave art 10,000 years older than the pyramids….

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Chatsworth House

Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. There is always something new to see and do in the house, garden, farmyard & adventure playground. Edensor, Bakewell, Derbyshire Call 01246…

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English Heritage: Peveril Castle

Explore the imposing ruins of Peveril Castle. From its hilltop position you can enjoy spectacular views of the pretty, medieval village of Castleton, as well as a magnificent panorama of…

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Clifton Park

This is a fabulous park, free to get in aside from parking. There are then optional extras (such as the splash pool in summer or the fairground rides). We have…

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Sandall Park and Cafe

One of the largest parks in Doncaster, Sandall Park is home to beautiful scenery and a variety of facilities. There is lots of open space and lots to keep children…

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Potteric Carr Nature Reserve

Fully accessible nature paths let you explore a stunning, safe wetland habitat which is fabulous for bird watching. We have visited in all seasons – with wellies on if the…

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Cusworth Hall (Museum and Park)

The historic parkland surrounding Cusworth Hall is open to the public every day of the year.  It’s the perfect location for picnics, walks with the dog, or family days out….

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Normanby Hall Country Park

This is a great, affordable day out for all the family. There is a duck pond, trees to climb and open areas to cycle, scoot or walk. It’s also a…

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Peasholm Park Scarborough

Peasholm Park Scarborough, North Yorkshire is open for everyone to enjoy all year round, 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Entrance to the Park, which is never…

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North Yorkshire Moors National Park

The North York Moors National Park is a beautiful landscape of stunning moorland, spectacular coast, ancient woodland and historic sites. Find out what there is to see and do and…

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Brimham Rocks

Dramatic moorland rock formations. Explore Brimham Rocks, and have a great day out at nature’s playground. This amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations makes a great day out…

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Harewood

“There are great paths around the Harewood estate (outside of the “need-to-pay” boundaries). You can park in the village hall car park where there’s an honesty box, or just down…

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