A lively activity session that everyone can take part in. There is something different to do every week, from handling museum objects to getting creative with a colourful craft activity. There’s no need to book, just drop in.
While you’re visiting, follow a trail around the displays, try on some medieval hats, sport some colourful racing silks and ride a Georgian rocking horse.
A valuable heritage site and visitor attraction, the ruins of Pontefract Castle occupy a commanding position overlooking the historic market town of Pontefract.
The Wakefield Museum is home to both local treasures and myriad stories of people’s lives through history.
Step back in time and explore the history of Castleford from the Bronze Age to the present day.
Discover the house and gardens of this 18th-century architectural masterpiece surrounded by 300 acres of landscaped parkland.
A multi award-winning hotel and spa in an incredible location on an island in the middle of a lake.
Just a short walk away from Wakefield’s central attractions and restaurants, this boutique accommodation offers something a little different from the mainstream hotels.
Serving a signature coffee roasted in Yorkshire with a blend of beans from all the world this Wakefield Kirkgate Station offers the perfect pick me up with accompanying hot and cold dishes for breakfast or lunch.
One of only three surviving bridge chapels in England, this incredible mid-14th century heritage site is a scheduled ancient monument and Grade I listed building.
Winner of the 2017 Art Fund Museum of the Year Award, The Hepworth in Wakefield is easily one of the leading cultural highlights of the North.
The Mental Health Museum in Wakefield is home to a variety of mental health–related artefacts from the 19th century to the present day.
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play freely in the fresh air, while exploring nature and the outdoors with family and friends.
free entry
Find out how the first tourists to the Lake District (a time before mobile phones, specialist clothing and TripAdvisor reviews) experienced the area, in this fascinating new exhibition.
from £6.00
It’s the summer holidays and surprise surprise, there’s a lot of rain! A good excuse to travel back in time to a world of opulence and mystery at Manchester Museum.
free entry
Not only one of Britain’s most picturesque national parks, the Lake District is also brimming with culture. Here’s what’s on over the next few months.
free entry
Step inside a world of food and poo in this fascinating new exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum.
from £9.00
Step inside some of your favourite stories at this free exhibition celebrating author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler.
free entry
Check out the autumn season at Z-arts, packed with magic, fun and stories.
free entry
Freight Island has transformed into Winter Island for the Christmas season, focusing on all things fun and festive.
free entry
We're unapologetically entering into the Christmas spirit here at Tours and Activities with some alternative festive fun.
Festive frolics, monstrous theatre and magical outdoor adventures all feature in our latest picks of things to do with the family.
Keep warm with festive feasts, Hollywood stars and 90s nostalgia across the North's cinemas this December.
Provocative new writing, glitzy burlesque and big budget shows, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
It might be curl-up-with-a-book season, but there's lots to get out and about for and plenty of events where you can stock up on new reads.
Spotlighting global artists who all, in one way or another, break the mould, we preview the best gigs happening this side of Christmas and beyond.
While rainy late autumn may not be the most energising of seasons, there is plenty of new art to see and inspire this month!
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North for the upcoming winter months.
