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Getting Kids Outdoors in Yorkshire!

Welcome to the Blog where you’ll find all you need to know about Yorkshire based days out for Kids!

If you’re after family friendly Yorkshire events, Yorkshire days out with the kids, seasonal events all with an outdoors, active or adventurous twist then you are in the right place!

(Or if you want general ranting about the trials and tribulations of walking with kids, and our attempts at making your lives easier with our top whinge busting tips?! Then we cover that too….. because we’ve ALL been there!)

So sit back, read on and ENJOY!

Are you looking for something in particular? Try our search function! Search e.g. Hot Picnics, Gaping Gill Winch or Cold Water Swimming

This Season You Might Like…

Autumn Camping Tips

Fancy Camping with the Kids in Autumn? Check out our top tips and ideas from our experience of Autumn Camping.

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Yorkshire Dales Ghost Stories

Looking for Ghostly Tales of the Yorkshire Dales? You’ll find the spooky tales in the Yorkshire Dales along with the ghostly walks right here!

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The Dark Past of the Yorkshire Dales

Here you’ll find all of the grizzly and gruesome Tales of the Yorkshire Tales along with the accompanying walks!

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Yorkshire Dales Witches

Here you’ll find the stories behind the Yorkshire Dales witches and of course the walks!

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The Folklore of the Yorkshire Dales

Here you’ll find all the legends and folklore of the Yorkshire Dales from demon dogs to giants and of course the accompanying walks!

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Hot Picnic Ideas

A hot picnic really comes into its own during the Autumn and Winter, so check out our hot picnic ideas!

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Autumn Swimming Challenge

Ever thought of trying some Autumn Swimming? Here’s a blog all about the challenge that I set myself last October.

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Where to Go Pumpkin Picking

Want to know where to go pumpkin picking in and around the Yorkshire Dales? Then check this out!

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Our Stay at Goosedale Cottage

Looking for a family friendly Yorkshire Coast cottage to stay in? Goosedale Cottage is located on the edge of the North York Moors National Park and is simply incredible! Read all about our stay in our blog!

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Tales of the Dales: Buckden Bill

You may have heard of Buckden Pike, but have you heard of Buckden Bill?! A resident of the Buckden Pike Lead Mine for nearly 100 years, Old Bill is still a mystery to this day. Intrigued?!