Things to Do in Hellifield
13 attractions and days out
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Sightseeing & Attractions
Settle Treasure Hunt Trail
Explore Settle's historic streets through an exciting puzzle-solving adventure that challenges families to decode mysteries and follow clues around town, starting from Cheapside.
Parks & Play Areas
Soft Tots
A wheelchair-accessible play area on Bolland Street where families can enjoy outdoor fun and bring their own picnic, though facilities are limited with no parking, toilets or baby changing available.
Farm Parks
Thornton Hall Country Park
Meet adorable llamas, lambs, and puppies at this authentic working farm near Skipton, where families can enjoy hands-on animal encounters and picnic in the countryside with full facilities including a restaurant.
Parks & Play Areas
Gisburn Forest and Stocks
This expansive forest offers trails perfect for family walks and bike rides, plus exceptional night-sky viewing. Fully accessible with facilities including refreshments, pushchair-friendly paths and a warm welcome for dogs.
High Ropes & Aerial Trails
Raven Tree Top Adventure
Swing through the treetops at this thrilling aerial obstacle course suspended six metres high in Skipton's woodland park, with onsite facilities and refreshments to fuel your family's adventure.
Bowling Alleys
Matrix Superbowl
Strike up family fun at this ten-pin bowling venue in Carleton New Road Business Park, complete with an onsite restaurant and snacks to keep everyone fuelled between frames.
Railways & Transport
Skipton Boat Trips
Cruise along Britain's longest waterway with entertaining guided canal trips departing from Skipton's historic waterfront, perfect for families seeking a relaxing day on the water.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Long Ashes Leisure Club
Make a splash at this Skipton leisure facility featuring an indoor swimming pool, relaxing jacuzzi and fitness options for all ages, with accessible facilities and picnic-friendly grounds.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Skipton Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Crack codes and solve puzzles as your family explores Skipton's landmarks on this self-guided spy adventure starting from Canal Street. Perfect for young detectives ready to tackle challenges together.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Coffee and Clay
Get creative at this High Street pottery studio where families can paint ceramics while enjoying refreshments in an accessible, pushchair-friendly space with baby changing facilities.
Castles & Palaces
Skipton Castle
Step back nine centuries at this impressive North Yorkshire fortress, where families can wander medieval chambers and watch thrilling knight combat displays. Picnic-friendly grounds include a restaurant and full facilities.
Museums & Galleries
Craven Museum and Gallery
Explore local heritage and art at this welcoming Town Hall museum, complete with family facilities, wheelchair access, dining options and the freedom to bring your own picnic lunch.
Caves & Mines
Ingleborough Cave
Venture into this spectacular underground world near Clapham where dramatic rock formations and prehistoric treasures line wide walkways, accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout.
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