Days Out
CHATSWORTH HOUSE
Peak District
Set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, Chatsworth is the home of Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Discover the house, its paintings and sculptures, its amazing park of 1000 acres (where you can be lost in the maze), farmyard and adventure playground.
TROPICAL BUTTERFLY HOUSE WILDLIFE and FALCONRY CENTRE
Near Worksop
Wander among free-flying tropical butterflies, exotic birds and Egyptian fruit bats, meet their resident family of meerkats, and get up close to owls, harris hawks and falcons.
YORSKHIRE SCULPTURE PARK
Near Wakefield
If you love your arts and sculpture, or just enjoy a walk around splendid landscapes, this place is for you! YSP presents exhibitions and individual works throughout the year; there are always at least 60 sculptures on display. This summer, admire works by Joan Miró; one of Europe's most important 20th century artists.
THE HEPWORTH WAKEFIELD
Wakefield
The Hepworth Wakefield is Yorkshire's inspiring new art gallery. It celebrates the area's unique artistic legacy and explores the work of major contemporary artists. With ten superb gallery spaces, it's one of the UK's largest purpose-built galleries outside London.
ROTHER VALLEY COUNTRY PARK
Near Sheffield
Rother Valley Country Park offers a range of activities on land and water; perfect to enjoy the summer sun. Cycling, walking, fishing or just having a picnic Or for those seeking adventure, why not try one of the water sports offered? You can go canoeing, windsurfing or zorbing (if you ever wondered what is like to be a hamster!).
AERIAL EXTREME
(Sheffield)
Aerial Extreme brings action adventure to the inner-city! With 34 challenging obstacles from 3 to 14metres get ready for jumping, dropping, laughing and screaming!
MAGNA
(Rotherham)
Enter the science adventure centre and explore four interactive pavilions. Each one represents the elements of earth, water, air and fire, with fascinating and exciting hands-on activities!
ALTON TOWERS
(Staffordshire)
A fantastic day out of fun and adrenaline at England's best theme park! You'll find rollercoasters, funfairs and water rides in extensive park grounds. Try a flying experience with 'Air' and be ready for an extreme sensation with 'Oblivion' the colossal 180 feet vertical drop rollercoaster. Don't... look... down!
THE DEEP
(Hull)
One of the best aquariums in the world! Located in Hull, East Yorkshire, The Deep hosts over 3,500 fish including spectacular sharks and rays!
CADBURY WORLD
(Birmingham)
Who never dreamed about visiting a chocolate factory? Do you remember the movie 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'? Well your dream comes true at Cadbury World! Located in Birmingham, this factory allows you to learn how your favourite confectionery is made. Play in chocolate rain and to create your own delicious taste sensation, but don't expect to see Johnny Depp...
