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Things to Do in Thimbleby

37 attractions and days out

Pendragon Community Trust ⭐ 4.9 5.3 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Pendragon Community Trust

A welcoming indoor play space with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby changing rooms. Families can enjoy on-site dining or pack their own picnic.

Crazy Kingdom ⭐ 4.4 5.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Crazy Kingdom

Kids can climb, slide and burn energy on the multi-level play structure, try out sports activities, get creative with arts and crafts, then refuel at the onsite restaurant.

Twiggys Play ⭐ 4.5 8.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Twiggys Play

This fully accessible indoor play centre offers exciting soft play fun for all ages, complete with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and baby-changing rooms for family convenience.

World of James Herriot ⭐ 4.8 8.5 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

World of James Herriot

Step into the lovingly recreated 1940s home and veterinary surgery of Britain's beloved author and vet, offering families an engaging glimpse into Yorkshire's rural heritage with full accessibility throughout.

Monk Park Farm Visitor Centre ⭐ 4.7 9 mi away

Farm Parks

Monk Park Farm Visitor Centre

This family-friendly farm in Yorkshire's famous Herriot countryside lets children get close to friendly animals, explore scenic walking paths, and enjoy all-weather fun in a covered straw barn.

Stokesley Golf Range ⭐ 4.6 9.5 mi away

Adventure Golf

Stokesley Golf Range

Perfect your putting skills at this entertaining crazy golf venue with onsite facilities including parking, toilets and snacks available to purchase throughout your visit.

Rievaulx Abbey ⭐ 4.8 10.2 mi away

Landmarks & Monuments

Rievaulx Abbey

Marvel at the magnificent ruins of this 12th-century Cistercian monastery nestled in the North York Moors, where ancient stone arches and peaceful grounds create an inspiring day out for families.

Play Factory Thornaby ⭐ 4.4 11.3 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Play Factory Thornaby

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue on Teesside Industrial Estate features an onsite restaurant and convenient facilities including baby changing areas, making it perfect for families with children of all ages.

The Pottery Shed ⭐ 4.9 11.3 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

The Pottery Shed

Get creative at this hands-on pottery studio where families can paint ceramics together in a fully accessible space with baby changing facilities and pushchair-friendly areas throughout.

Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum ⭐ 4.4 11.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum

Step into the authentic 18th-century classroom where legendary explorer Captain Cook received his early education, featuring period furnishings and fascinating maritime history displays.

Fuzzy Eds at Coulby Farm ⭐ 2.7 11.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Fuzzy Eds at Coulby Farm

This Middlesbrough soft play centre keeps children up to 12 entertained with dedicated zones for younger tots, plus an onsite restaurant and free parking for families.

Crazy Corner ⭐ 3.9 11.9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Crazy Corner

This three-storey indoor play paradise on Teesside Industrial Estate features an exciting maze, colourful slides and engaging interactive activities that will keep children entertained for hours.

Big Sheep and Little Cow Farm ⭐ 4.6 12.1 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Big Sheep and Little Cow Farm

Get hands-on with adorable animals from donkeys to chinchillas at this interactive Bedale farm, complete with indoor play barn and fully accessible facilities for families with pushchairs or wheelchairs.

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool ⭐ 4.6 12.2 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool

Dive into this delightful seasonal pool operating through summer months, featuring an adjacent play area for children and an on-site restaurant to refuel hungry swimmers after their dip.

National Centre for Birds of Prey ⭐ 4.8 12.2 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

National Centre for Birds of Prey

Experience magnificent raptors up close at this specialist wildlife attraction set within Duncombe Park's stunning grounds, featuring daily flying displays and fully accessible facilities for families.

Rainbow Leisure Centre, Middlesbrough ⭐ 3.9 12.3 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Rainbow Leisure Centre, Middlesbrough

Active families can splash in two pools and enjoy six courts for sports at this well-equipped leisure complex in Coulby Newham, with parking, accessible facilities and onsite refreshments.

Helmsley Walled Garden ⭐ 4.5 12.3 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Helmsley Walled Garden

Discover beautiful historic gardens perfect for family exploration, complete with an onsite restaurant and excellent facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas.

Preston Park and Museum ⭐ 4.6 12.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Preston Park and Museum

Step into history at this fascinating museum featuring recreated Victorian streets, impressive armour displays and art collections, all set within beautiful parkland perfect for family picnics.

Newham Grange Country Farm ⭐ 4.5 12.7 mi away

Farm Parks

Newham Grange Country Farm

Get up close to friendly farm animals at this Middlesbrough attraction, where little ones can meet ponies, goats, sheep and cattle, plus enjoy picnic areas and an onsite restaurant.

Pumpkin Picking at Spilmans ⭐ 4.6 13 mi away

Farm Parks

Pumpkin Picking at Spilmans

Head to Church Farm for seasonal family fun picking your perfect pumpkin straight from the field. Fully accessible site with pushchair-friendly paths and facilities for all ages.

Spilmans ⭐ 4.6 13 mi away

Farm Parks

Spilmans

Rural family farm near Thirsk offering seasonal fruit picking and indoor play facilities for youngsters, with pushchair-friendly grounds and baby changing amenities available.

Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Wildlife Park ⭐ 4.6 13.6 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Wildlife Park

Experience rare trees and enchanting woodland paths alongside fascinating wildlife encounters, including birds of prey displays and meerkat visits. Family facilities include an onsite restaurant, accessible amenities and ample parking.

Stewart Park ⭐ 4.6 13.6 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Stewart Park

Explore vast woodlands and nature trails at this Middlesbrough park, featuring a playground, animal corner and restaurant – perfect for family picnics and outdoor adventures.

Middlesbrough Sports Village ⭐ 4.4 13.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Middlesbrough Sports Village

An action-packed venue offering swimming, skating and play facilities where children can burn energy across indoor and outdoor activity zones designed to keep young ones entertained.

Trails & Treasure Hunts
Helmsley Mystery Treasure Trail 13.8 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.

Hollywood Bowl Stockton ⭐ 4.2 14.3 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Stockton

Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Teesside Leisure Park, featuring accessible lanes, onsite dining, and facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair access.

Ninja Adventure ⭐ 4.3 14.3 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Ninja Adventure

Test your agility on thrilling aerial challenges and virtual reality experiences at this action-packed Preston venue, complete with onsite dining and facilities for active families.

Showcase Cinema de Lux Teesside ⭐ 4.5 14.3 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cinema de Lux Teesside

Catch blockbuster releases and thrilling 3D screenings at this modern Teesside Leisure Park cinema, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to enjoy during the show.

Air Trail ⭐ 4.7 14.5 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Air Trail

Scale heights and conquer 40+ thrilling aerial obstacles including zip wires at this exciting high ropes course beside the White Water Centre, complete with onsite dining and full facilities for families.

Teesside White Water Centre ⭐ 4.6 14.6 mi away

Watersports

Teesside White Water Centre

Experience thrilling white water rafting and kayaking at this purpose-built centre on the Tees Barrage, complete with onsite dining and wheelchair access for an action-packed family day out.

Goals Teesside ⭐ 4.6 14.7 mi away

Sport & Fitness

Goals Teesside

Bring the family for 5-a-side football action at this popular soccer centre, offering pitch hire and party packages in a wheelchair-accessible venue that's perfect for active days out.

Splash ⭐ 4.1 14.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Splash

Make a splash in the 25-metre pool for proper lane swimming, then let the kids loose on thrilling water slides, wave machines and fun jets at this action-packed Stockton aquatic centre.

Dorman Museum ⭐ 4.7 14.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dorman Museum

Explore fascinating collections spanning natural history, world cultures and local heritage at this welcoming museum on Linthorpe Road. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and toilets throughout.

Guisborough Forest and Walkways ⭐ 4.8 14.8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Guisborough Forest and Walkways

Explore scenic woodland trails suitable for all ages and abilities, with spectacular Teesside panoramas, family-friendly facilities, and welcome spaces for pushchairs, wheelchairs and dogs.

TeamSport Indoor Karting Stockton-on-Tees ⭐ 4.7 14.9 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Stockton-on-Tees

Race wheel-to-wheel with children aged 8 and over at this exciting indoor karting circuit on Portrack Industrial Estate, perfect for families seeking high-octane fun together.

Rock Antics ⭐ 4.7 15 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Rock Antics

Scale challenging walls and test your climbing skills at this exciting indoor venue, though note facilities are limited with no toilets or wheelchair access on site.

Jump 360 Stockton ⭐ 4.2 15 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump 360 Stockton

Bounce into action at this lively trampoline park where families can leap, flip and play together across wall-to-wall trampolines, with wheelchair access, onsite dining and excellent facilities for all ages.

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