Great days out in the UK

Yorkshire

Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
www.ysp.co.uk
Why not take a walk through the 500 acres of beautiful rolling parkland in the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, while admiring the contemporary art that decorates the landscape? There are also many indoor collections to explore. Free admission to the park although car parking charges apply.

Eureka! Museum for Children, Halifax
www.eureka.org.uk
Eureka! is a museum in Halifax designed especially for 0-11 year olds with more than 400 'must-touch' exhibits and a full programme of events and activities. Ticket prices apply.

The Magna Science Adventure Centre, Rotherham
www.visitmagna.co.uk
The Magna Science Adventure Centre in Rotherham offers a unique, interactive, learning environment. Four pavilions of hands-on exhibits are complemented with multimedia shows and exhibitions to help children and adults learn about the steelworks. Ticket prices apply.

Trans Pennine Trail
www.transpenninetrail.org.uk
The Trans Pennine Trail is an exciting route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. The trail links the North and Irish seas passing through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals and through the historic towns and cities of the North of England. Free admission.

Roundhay Park, Leeds
www.roundhaypark.org.uk
Three miles north of Leeds City Centre, Roundhay Park comprises over 700 acres of parkland, lakes and woodland. The Park boasts scented gardens for the blind, national plant collections, tennis courts, skateboard ramps, sports pitches, and much more. Ticket prices apply for specific activities.

Cusworth Hall and Park, Doncaster
www.cusworth-hall.co.uk
Following major restoration, visitors can now enjoy Cusworth Hall and Park in all its glory. The Hall now features the Museum of South Yorkshire Life, which depicts life over the past 200 years. Free admission although car-parking charges apply.

Ice Sheffield, Sheffield
www.icesheffield.com
Whether you want to learn to skate, show off your already-polished skills, enjoy one of the party packages or join in an ice-disco session, Ice Sheffield is guaranteed to keep you entertained. Ticket prices apply.

Wilberforce House Museum, Hull
www.hullcc.gov.uk/museums
Explore the history of slavery and its abolition with Hull's Wilberforce House Museum. The house has recently re-opened after a big refurbishment, and aims to make slavery and abolition relevant to Hull and its visitors. Free admission.

The Deep, Hull
www.thedeep.co.uk
This award-winning family attraction in Hull is home to 40 sharks and over 3,500 fish. A registered charity, it is dedicated to increasing the enjoyment and understanding of the world's oceans. The restaurant also has great 'tank-side' views, enabling visitors to dine with sharks. Ticket prices apply.