Family Activities
Family Activities in Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon Looking for your next family day out? Explore the gardens and play areas at Valley Gardens in Harrogate, take in the views from Knaresborough Castle, or follow the woodland trails at Mother Shipton’s Cave. visitharrogate.co.uk
Near Ripon, Newby Hall and Gardens offers gardens and family attractions, while Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal makes a memorable day of exploring historic ruins and open landscapes. Browse each website for current activities, opening times and booking details before you go.
Family Activities for Autumn and Winter in Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon
Harrogate
Harrogate Theatre
Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QF
01423 502116
https://www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk/
See the family pantomime or browse the programme for other children’s shows. tickets.harrogatetheatre.co.uk
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Crag Lane, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate, HG3 1QB
01423 565418
https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr
Explore the gardens and woodland paths, and look for seasonal family trails and activities. www.rhs.org.uk
Valley Gardens
Valley Drive, Harrogate, HG1 2SZ
Phone not published for the park
https://visitharrogate.co.uk/index/valley-gardens-harrogate
A free outdoor choice for autumn colour, garden walks and children’s play areas. visitharrogate.co.uk
The Little Bees
Beech Avenue, Harrogate, HG2 8DS
01423 900626
https://thelittlebees.co.uk/
Indoor soft play, role play and a sensory area for a rainy-day outing with younger children. thelittlebees.co.uk
Everyman Cinema Harrogate
Westgate House, Station Parade, Harrogate, HG1 1HQ
No direct venue phone line published
https://www.everymancinema.com/venues-list/x0x9k-everyman-harrogate/
See a family film or check the listings for children’s and relaxed screenings. www.everymancinema.com
Horticap Nature Trail
Bluecoat Wood Nurseries, Otley Road, Harrogate, HG3 1QL
01423 522876
https://www.horticap.org/
Follow the family nature trail and discover features along the route; check access before visiting. visitharrogate.co.uk
Knaresborough
Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum
Castle Yard, Knaresborough, HG5 8AS
01423 866886
https://culturenorthyorkshire.co.uk/our-venues/knaresborough-castle/
Explore the castle grounds and discover the town’s history inside the courthouse museum. culturenorthyorkshire.co.uk
Mother Shipton’s Cave and Petrifying Well
Prophecy House, High Bridge, Knaresborough, HG5 8DD
01423 864600
https://www.mothershipton.co.uk/
Take a woodland walk to the cave and petrifying well, with themed family visits on selected dates. www.mothershipton.co.uk
Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre
50 Bond End, Knaresborough, HG5 9AL
01423 541888
https://www.henshaws.org.uk/arts-crafts-centre/visit-arts-and-crafts/
Discover the Art Makers’ work and check the programme for public open days and family-suitable events. www.henshaws.org.uk
Knaresborough Library
Market Place, Knaresborough, HG5 8AG
Phone not published on the linked page
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries/leisure-tourism-and-culture/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries/local-libraries/leisure-tourism-and-culture/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries/leisure-tourism-and-culture/leisure-1
A free indoor choice for storytime, baby rhyme time, under-fives play and holiday activities. www.northyorks.gov.uk
Harrogate & Knaresborough Toy Library
The Old School, St Mary’s Church, Church Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 9AR
Phone not published on the linked page
https://www.hktl.org/indoor-play
Term-time Stay & Play sessions for babies, toddlers and preschool children. www.hktl.org
Frazer Theatre
Park Crest, Knaresborough, HG5 0EQ
Phone not published on the linked page
https://www.frazertheatre.co.uk/events
Browse the programme for family-suitable theatre or film events, checking age guidance before booking. www.frazertheatre.co.uk
Ripon
Ripon Museums
Workhouse Museum and Garden, Allhallowgate, Ripon, HG4 1LE
01765 690799
https://riponmuseums.co.uk/visit/visiting-ripon/family_visits/
Explore the Workhouse, Prison and Police, and Courthouse museums; look for holiday craft activities, trails and Victorian games. riponmuseums.co.uk
Ripon Cathedral
Minster Road, Ripon, HG4 1QT
01765 603462
https://riponcathedral.org.uk/whats-on/
Visit the cathedral and check its programme for family activities, music and Christmas events. riponcathedral.org.uk
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
Fountains, Ripon, HG4 3DY
01765 608888
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden
Wrap up for a walk among abbey ruins, water gardens and the deer park; check for seasonal family events. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Ripon Library
The Arcade, Ripon, HG4 1AG
01609 536623
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries
Look for storytime, LEGO activities and school-holiday sessions on the current programme. visitripon.co.uk
Jack Laugher Leisure and Wellness Centre
Dallamires Lane, Ripon, HG4 1TT
01765 601353
https://visitripon.co.uk/business-directory/jack-laugher-leisure-and-wellness-centre/
An indoor swimming option for colder days; check the family swim timetable before setting off.
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