One of the things that have bonded us as a family is going to watch the Leeds Knights ice hockey team. Not only has it been a source of entertainment, but it has also been a route into a new sport that the kids love – ball hockey (blog post […]
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In what seems like the first blog post in forever (thanks pandemic!!) we visited the Play Hive at Stockeld Park during its trial opening as we couldn’t wait to see what it was like!! For those who have never been or heard of Stockeld Park, there is an old blog […]
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Yorkshire Museum of Farming – attraction review
The Yorkshire Museum of Farming has been the find of 2020 for us. Located in east York, just off the A64, the location is perfect for a day trip, especially with free parking! Heidi wanted to come back the week after going, which suggests it is a good place to […]
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Puttstars – The Springs, Leeds – Attraction Review
Puttstars located in The Springs in East Leeds opening in mid-2020 and is an indoor adventure golf course and entertainment complex. With ample free parking, and located amongst a retail park, there are lots to offer. Puttstars – Golf Puttstars has 3 courses, each of which are 9 holes long. […]
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The Great Yorkshire Maze – attraction review
Located about 30 minutes away from Scarborough and Filey, on the A64, the Great Yorkshire Maze is perfectly located for people staying on the North Yorkshire Coast. The location is also perfect if you are planning a stop-off on the way to coast from West Yorkshire, or the way home. […]
Read MoreClifford’s Tower – York
Clifford’s Tower is one of the most iconic landmarks in York, but what is it actually like inside? With our English Heritage membership, we have been a couple of times and it only felt right to write about it!! What is at Clifford’s Tower? The facilities are quite sparse at […]
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Wellness at Alpamare
On a rare (very, very rare!) childfree weekend, we went to Wellness at Alpamare in Scarborough for my first Spa experience! It was such a relaxing experience and one that I am sure that we will want to do again. Adults only! Wellness at Alpamare is a relaxing, calm experience […]
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Brimham Rocks
One of the places we discovered in 2019 was Brimham Rocks, which is to the north of Harrogate near Pately Bridge. The mixture of climbing, adventure and mystic means that virtually every weekend a request is made to go back!! What is at Brimham Rocks? Brimham Rocks is set in […]
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Ponderosa Zoo
The outskirts of Heckmondwike is not the first place you imagine an animal park to be. However, Ponderosa Zoo has been there for a number of years and apparent investment in the park and animals has breathed new life into the venue. Ponderosa Zoo Animals Ponderosa Zoo has two functions; […]
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Light Night Leeds
October is “Light Night Leeds” month and it is a perfect night out for grown-ups and children alike. Whilst the attractions change year on year, the crowds always turn up regardless of the weather. As such, here are a few hints and tips to make the best of Light Night […]
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