Things to Do in Pickering

⭐ 4.8

Museums & Galleries

Beck Isle Museum

Step into local history at this charming museum featuring period rooms and exhibits celebrating Yorkshire life through the ages. Family-friendly with full accessibility, picnic-welcoming grounds and onsite facilities.

⭐ 4.7

Railways & Transport

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Steam through stunning moorland scenery on this heritage railway journey, stopping at charming stations including the famous Harry Potter filming location of Goathland.

⭐ 5.0 1.8 mi away

Petting Farms & Zoos

Joe's Alpaca Walks - North Yorkshire

Take the family on a memorable countryside stroll with friendly alpacas near York, complete with parking and toilet facilities. Perfect for older children who can handle the walking terrain.

⭐ 2.3 2.4 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Flamingo Land

Experience double the fun at this Yorkshire attraction combining a zoo with over 130 animal species and an action-packed theme park featuring thrilling rides and rollercoasters for all ages.

⭐ 4.7

Parks & Play Areas

Dalby Forest

This expansive Yorkshire woodland offers miles of trails perfect for family walks and bike rides through stunning forest landscapes, with pushchair-friendly paths and facilities including baby changing areas.

⭐ 4.8 4.4 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Dalby

Swing through the canopy on exhilarating treetop obstacle courses suitable for the whole family, or explore Dalby Forest's trails on an exciting off-road Segway adventure.

⭐ 4.8 6.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Eden Camp

Step back in time at this immersive wartime museum where families can explore authentic air raid shelters, tackle a children's assault course, and discover what British life was really like in the 1940s.

⭐ 4.6 6.5 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Scampston Hall & Walled Garden

Discover the elegant Regency architecture of this historic hall on a fascinating guided tour, then wander through beautifully designed walled gardens perfect for family picnics and exploration.

⭐ 4.8 7.6 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Woldies

This fully accessible park welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, offering baby changing facilities to ensure comfortable visits for parents with little ones.

⭐ 4.6 8.3 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Nunnington Hall

This charming historic manor house in the heart of the North York Moors offers family-friendly visits with onsite parking and baby facilities, though access is limited for wheelchair users.

⭐ 4.2 9.5 mi away

Short Breaks & Holidays

Camp Wilderness at Castle Howard

Experience outdoor adventure holidays on the stunning Castle Howard estate, with dining options provided and activities set in natural woodland surroundings perfect for older children and adults.

🎟️Trails & Treasure Hunts

Helmsley Mystery Treasure Trail 9.7 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Helmsley Mystery Treasure Trail

Solve cryptic clues as a family to reveal ancient secrets hidden around this historic North York Moors market town. This pushchair and dog-friendly adventure welcomes teamwork and picnics along the way.