Visit Kettlewell with Kids

Kettlewell is located in Upper Wharfedale and is a top place to spend the day, week or however long you fancy it!

There are loads of Kid Friendly things to do around the area, so why not check out our visit with kids guide!

Have you ever been to Kettlewell?

Kettlewell is found in Upper Wharfedale, at the Eastern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Surrounded by epic rolling moorland that boasts some of the highest peaks in the Yorkshire Dales, the dramatic scenery will give you just the right amount of the phwoaaar factor, coupled with the blissful peace of the River Wharfe that runs right the way around the edge of the village.

Sounds pretty epic right? But not only has this place got the Dales charm factor, there is so much that’s great for kids too!

So read on for Kid friendly Kettlewell!

(And if you fancy a trip to Grassington, check out our Grassington Guide too)

Our best Kettlewell Walks

Kettlewell is a hub for family friendly walks and we have loads of walks in the Wharfedale area but here are a few of our favourites!

Do you want to find a waterfall? Head 10 minutes down the road to Buckden Beck waterfalls (pictured)

Looking for a peak to bag? Why not climb Great Whernside which is a walk that starts and ends in Kettlewell and heads past the area where the Kettlewell Lead Smelting Mill used to be! It’s open for visitors, and whilst there isn’t much left to see, there are information boards about its history, and you can explore the place where it was. And the reason why there’s not much left to see? It was blown up by army! You can find out more about that at the site! What 3 Words: rainy.minds.whisk

Want a short easy walk? The walk to the stepping stones in Kettlewell is a classic wander!

Rising ponies at the Kilnsey Trekking Centre

Outdoor Activities for Kids near Kettlewell

You will NOT be surprised to hear that there is a whole LOAD of outdoorsy activities around Kettlewell that are great for the kids!

Would you like to go pony trekking? The Kilnsey Trekking and Riding Centre is just down the road from Grassington and offers pony treks for all abilities ranging from beginners upwards. Top Tip: book early as they get busy, particularly in the Summer months.

Fancy going fishing? At Kilnsey Park you can go to use their family pond! Any trout you catch you can take away (there is a charge and it is additional if you’d like them to prepare the fish you’ve caught as well). There is also a small farm there, nature reserve and a family trail up to the Holy Spring (apparently the water’s make you eternally youthful…. can confirm…. 100% TRUE ….. disclaimer: not true)

Do you want to go cycling? This is one for the older kids, as the age limit is 14 plus, but if you fancy hiring an e-bike, Grassington E-bike hire is the place to go!

Are you in Kettlewell during the Summer holidays? The Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival takes place around the middle of August every year! For a tiny charge (around £1) you can head off on the scarecrow trail! Or similarly you might be able to catch the Buckden Duck Race!

There are some top paddling spots upstream of the bridge at the river near the pay and display car park too. Always supervise children around water.

Rainy day stuff to do near Kettlewell

Come on guys… it’s Yorkshire. The likelihood is, you’ll be dealing with rain at some point! But NEVER FEAR! For we have some IDEAS (see what I did there? Poet and I don’t know it and all that….)

Where does it not rain (much!) in a CAVE! Stump Cross Caverns show cave is just down the road from Kettlewell (about 30 minutes), and it a great way to spend a rainy day. BECAUSE….

Fancy a trip to the cinema? Stump Cross Caverns has its own cinema too! You can hire it out for private hire with a selection of films to choose from (minimum prices do apply but don’t discount it, it’s more reasonable than you think to have your own private cinema!)

Grassington Folk Museum is located right in the middle of the market square in Grassington! (Seasonal opening times apply check out the Folk Museum website for more info!)

Where’s the play park in Kettlewell?

Where is the park? Well it’s located on Conistone Lane, with a what 3 words location of advantage.communting.curable. It has picnic spots too!

It’s a well equipped park, with play areas for older and younger kids, and has an obstacle course too! There are toddler swings climbing frame slide and ride ons. The larger area has climbing areas, firemans pole, an obstacle course, and slide.

A walk there will take you right past the ice cream kiosk too!

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