Things to Do in The Drovers Arms York Road
43 attractions and days out
Adventure & Activity Centres
Kinsmen Activity Centre
An activity centre on King Rudding Lane offering family fun, though visitors should note limited facilities including no toilets or baby changing available on site.
Bowling Alleys
Selby Superbowl
Strike up family fun at this accessible ten-pin bowling venue on Bawtry Road, complete with onsite parking and full facilities including baby changing rooms.
Museums & Galleries
Yorkshire Air Museum
Explore Britain's aviation heritage through immersive exhibits including a beautifully preserved Control Tower and dedicated displays on air gunners and airborne forces. Family-friendly facilities include wheelchair access, a restaurant and ample parking.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Pots and Whatnots
Get creative at this hands-on pottery studio where families can paint ceramics together, with parking and toilets onsite plus light refreshments available during your visit.
Sightseeing & Attractions
York Maze
Navigate Britain's largest living labyrinth crafted from a million maize plants at this family-friendly adventure on Elvington Lane, complete with puzzling illusions and full accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Horse Riding
Howden Equestrian Centre
This accessible riding centre at Fir Tree Stud welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchair users to enjoy equestrian activities in a friendly countryside setting.
Sightseeing & Attractions
City Sightseeing York Hop on Hop off Tour
Explore York's historic landmarks at your own pace aboard this flexible sightseeing bus, where you can jump on and off throughout the day to discover the city's most exciting attractions.
Cycling & Bike Trails
Cycle the Solar System
Pedal through space on this unique cycling route where planetary markers are positioned at scale distances, bringing the vastness of our solar system to life along Moor Lane.
National Parks & Reserves
Rowntree Park York
This beloved York green space offers families an idyllic escape for picnics and gentle walks, with baby-changing facilities available though some areas have limited pushchair access.
Watersports
Allerthorpe Lakeland Park
This family-friendly lakeside venue offers exciting water sports activities with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus welcoming facilities for babies, dogs and picnickers.
Parks & Play Areas
Murton Park
This family-friendly park welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing facilities and affordable wheelchair rental for just £1.
Railways & Transport
Derwent Valley Light Railway
Take the family on a scenic miniature train ride through the Yorkshire Museum of Farming, with hands-on station activities and themed carriages to explore. Wheelchair accessible with full facilities.
Museums & Galleries
York Castle Museum
Step into centuries past at this fascinating museum where reconstructed Victorian streets, period room settings and original jail cells bring history vividly to life for all ages.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Bish Bash Pot
Get hands-on at this vibrant pottery painting studio where families can decorate ceramics together, from quirky animal figures to functional pieces, then refuel at the onsite café.
Museums & Galleries
Van Gogh Immersive Experience York
Step inside the world of Vincent van Gogh through stunning digital projections that bring his masterpieces to life in this fully accessible York venue with free parking.
Zoos & Animal Parks
Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park
Discover fascinating exotic species and gain insight into wildlife conservation at this engaging park based at an agricultural college. Perfect for families seeking an entertaining yet educational day out.
Sightseeing & Attractions
York Dungeon
Step into York's darkest past with this thrilling interactive journey through 2000 years of gruesome local history, featuring live actors and special effects that bring the city's chilling tales to life.
Boat Tours & Cruises
City Cruises York
Discover York from the water with relaxing sightseeing trips along the River Ouse, plus themed evening cruises and motorboat hire for families seeking riverside adventure from King's Staith.
Museums & Galleries
Jorvik Viking Centre
Step back in time on an immersive journey through Viking-age York, where ancient treasures and costumed characters bring Norse history vividly to life at this popular Coppergate attraction.
Food & Drink Experiences
York Cocoa Works
Discover the magic of chocolate-making at this interactive York attraction where families can watch artisan chocolatiers at work and enjoy delicious tastings in a fully accessible venue.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Wizard Walk of York
Explore this enchanting magical experience in the heart of York's historic Shambles, where families can enjoy a fully accessible adventure with wheelchair and pushchair-friendly routes throughout.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Potions Cauldron
Step into an enchanting experience where families can craft and sip their own magical drinkable concoctions in York's historic Shambles, complete with wheelchair access and onsite refreshments.
Museums & Galleries
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
Young explorers can unearth ancient Roman, Viking and medieval treasures at this interactive museum where kids get hands-on with real archaeological techniques and discoveries spanning two millennia.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Gr8escape York
Race against time in themed escape rooms like Space Cadet, where teams must solve puzzles under intense pressure to avoid disaster and make their daring getaway.
Museums & Galleries
York's Chocolate Story
Discover three centuries of confectionery heritage at this interactive museum in King's Square, where guided tours reveal York's famous chocolate-making past with plenty of delicious tastings included.
Landmarks & Monuments
Holy Trinity Church
This historic church on Goodramgate offers wheelchair-accessible visits to admire its medieval architecture and peaceful atmosphere, though facilities are limited with no parking, toilets or refreshments onsite.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
York Chocolate and Sweet Treasure Trail
Follow clues through York's historic streets on this self-guided adventure combining sightseeing with sweet-themed puzzles, perfect for families seeking an interactive way to discover the city.
Historic Houses & Gardens
Barley Hall
Step back to medieval York at this meticulously recreated townhouse, where period-furnished rooms transport you to 1483 life, complete with rotating displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Bingley Mystery Treasure Trail
Solve an exciting whodunit while exploring Bingley's streets on this interactive detective trail starting from Blake Street. Perfect for families who enjoy puzzles and outdoor adventures together.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Heartbeat Filming Locations
Step into the world of the beloved TV series with guided tours exploring authentic Yorkshire locations where Heartbeat was filmed, departing from York Railway Station.
Boat Tours & Cruises
The Ghost Bus Tours, York
Experience York's darker side aboard a theatrical horror-comedy bus tour that combines scares with laughs as you explore the city's most haunted landmarks and gruesome history.
Landmarks & Monuments
York Minster
One of Europe's most magnificent Gothic cathedrals dominates the city skyline with its soaring towers and stunning medieval stained glass windows that have captivated visitors for centuries.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About York
Explore York's fascinating heritage through interactive exhibits and displays at this wheelchair-accessible attraction near the iconic Minster, with onsite dining available for refreshments.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Huntfun York
Explore York's historic streets on an exciting family treasure hunt that begins at the Tourist Information Centre, leading you through the city's landmarks while solving clues along the way.
Escape Room Challenges
Star Street Escapes
Challenge your family's problem-solving skills at this accessible escape room venue offering immersive adventures suitable for all ages and abilities, complete with baby changing and wheelchair-friendly facilities.
Ice & Roller Skating
Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland
Glide across the ice at this festive seasonal rink located at York Designer Outlet, offering families a magical skating experience in a convenient shopping destination setting.
Museums & Galleries
Yorkshire Museum
Discover fascinating star charts and ancient artefacts set within stunning gardens dotted with historic ruins. Wheelchair accessible with facilities for families, plus light refreshments available on-site.
Cinema & Theatre
CONNECT Festival
An accessible performing arts festival at Theatre@41 Ltd welcoming wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, though families should note there are no baby facilities or food options available on-site.
Parks & Play Areas
The Stables Tearoom at Carlton Towers Vineyard
Enjoy refreshments at this wheelchair-accessible vineyard tearoom with onsite parking and dining facilities, though families should note there are no baby changing facilities available.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Energise Leisure Centre
A fully accessible leisure centre on Cornlands Road welcoming families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, plus baby changing rooms for convenient visits with little ones.
Museums & Galleries
National Railway Museum
Explore Britain's railway heritage through impressive locomotives and interactive exhibits where young visitors can operate signal controls, all within a fully accessible venue welcoming families with pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Rainbows Ceramics Painting Studio
Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming studio where everyone can paint their own pottery masterpiece, with refreshments on-site and facilities including baby changing and wheelchair access.
Birthday Party Venues
The Darling Woods of May
A magical woodland venue perfect for hosting children's birthday celebrations, featuring baby-changing facilities though some areas have limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
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