Tourist Attractions in North York Moors
Pickering Castle
Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7AX
01751 474 989
Set near the market town, the castle is set upon an impressive motte. There is an exhibition in the chapel with family-friendly books and activities.
Scarborough Castle
- Castle Road, North Yorkshire, YO11 1HY
- 08703 331182
2,500 years of prehistoric, Roman & Viking occupation, the castle offers a great family day out. Located 1 mile from Scarborough town centre.
Staintondale Shire Horse Farm - Award Winning
- Staintondale, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO13 0EY
- 01723 870 458
All weather attraction. Live shows with Shire horses & Shetland ponies. Museum, Cinema, Displays & Conservation area. Cowboy roping competition for kids!
The Bowes Museum
- Castle Barnard, County Durham, DL12 8NP
- 01833 690 606
A spectacular building home to exquisite collections of furniture, fine art, ceramics & glass. Set in acres of parkland, this is a real jewel of the North-East.
Thirsk Museum
- 14-16 Kirkgate, Thirsk, N. Yorkshire, YO7 1PQ
- 01845 527 707
Interesting and educational museum in the picturesque town of Thirsk.The museum features displays depicting life and history. Housed in 1755 birthplace of Thomas Lord, founder of Lord's cricket ground in London.
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Whitby Abbey
- Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT
- 01947 603 568
1,000+ years old, the striking remains have inspired famous authors. Interactive & family friendly visitors centre. Situated on the cliff above Whitby.
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Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Grape Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4BA
- 01947 601 900
Visit the C17th house where Captain Cook came to serve his seaman's apprenticeship. Collection of letters and memorabilia.Open March to October.Special exhibition: Smoking Coasts & ice-bound Seas.
Castle Howard
- Near Malton, York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA
- 01653 648 333
A breathtaking home of outstanding architectural beauty. Free guided tours, an adventure playground, cafes, shops and events also make it a great day out.
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Helmsley Castle
- North Yorkshire, YO62 5AB
- 01439 770442
Impressive medieval ruins near the town of Helmsley. Visitior centre with audio-tour & hands-on exhibition. Explore social and military aspects of the fort.
Jumping Jimmies - Open Easter to September
- West Cliff, Whitby, NorthYorkshire, YO21 3HA
- 01947 820 003
Children's play area with small go-karts & trampolines for children up to 10 years. Bouncy castle. Birthday parties welcome, prior booking advised.
