SPECIALINCLUDES OFFER www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com VOUCHERS www.visitryedale.co.uk www.northyorkmoors.org.uk Attractions and Events Guide 2017 orkshire Coast & North York Moors FEATURING: Yorkshire Coast – Scarborough/Whitby/Filey/Bridlington Ryedale’s Market Towns – Helmsley/Kirkbymoorside/ Malton & Norton/Pickering North York Moors National Park Grid Ref. H4 Great Days Out Around THE the orkshire Coast and North York Moors There is no shortage of fantastic attractions and events to visit across the Yorkshire Coast and North York Moors area with something to suit all ages and interests. The area is rich in history with an abundance of abbeys, castles, WATERPARK IN THE UK historic houses and museums that will take you on a fascinating journey through time. Families are spoilt for choice with theme parks, sea life sanctuaries, theatres, water parks, stunning gardens and individual shops and craft centres – plenty to keep a smile on your face all day. Contents Page Front Cover: Attractions 2-13, 16-25, 32 Alpamare Scarborough NOW Map & Key 14-15 Events & Festivals 2017 26-28 OPEN Special Offer Vouchers 29-31 Tourist Information 31 Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth, York, YO62 4EY Ampleforth Tel: 01439 766000 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. D5 Web: www.ampleforth.org.uk Situated on the edge of the North York Moors, Ampleforth lies 3 miles off the A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley. Explore the Abbey Church and Visitor Centre, take a beautiful woodland walk, browse the selection of gifts, produce and devotional items in the Abbey Shop and sample the delicious food in the Tea Room. Admission Prices: Free of charge - donations welcome. Opening Times: Open all year, Mon–Sat 10am–5.30pm. Sun 11am–5.30pm. Abbey Church tour every Thursday afternoon. Please check website for Orchard Tour dates. 8 I z B u h d ( : * F o P | From the Alps to the Scarborough, Alpamare is the a waterpark unlike any other. Burton Agnes Hall & Gardens, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 4NB Burton Agnes, Driffield Tel: 01262 490324 An enormous wave pool, a stunning outdoor infinity Email: [email protected] pool, four state-of-the-art slides, 35 degrees of heat Grid Ref. H7 Web: www.burtonagnes.com - this is the ultimate waterpark experience. Situated on the A614 midway between Driffield and Bridlington. Regular buses from Bridlington, Driffield, Hull & York. WWW.ALPAMARE.CO.UK Burton Agnes Hall is a magnificent Elizabethan family home filled with treasures collected over four centuries. An award winning walled garden OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, 365 DAYS A YEAR. 10AM-10PM* contains a maze, potager, giant games, jungle garden and thousands of plant species; there are classical ponds and a woodland walk to explore. Admission Prices: Adults £10.50, Seniors/Student £10, Children £5, Family £26 /AlpamareUK @AlpamareUK /AlpamareUK (2 adults & up to 4 children). Under 5's free. Opening Times: 4 Feb–5 Mar 11am-4pm, 1 Apr–31 Oct 11am-5pm, 8 I z ? B u h ( : * ^ F o P | 14 Nov–23 Dec 11am-5pm *Opening hours may vary outside of school holidays. Please check our website before visiting. 2 www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com ALPA10006_10313-02_PressAd_99x210.indd 1 27/10/2016 13:54 Grid Ref. E6 Bridlington Spa, South Marine Drive, YO15 3JH Bridlington Tel: 01262 401400 Box Office: 01262 678258 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. I6 Web: bridspa.com On South Marine Drive between the road and beach. Home of national touring musicals on the Yorkshire Coast, in-house productions, children's entertainment, the best in comedy and much much more. Look out in 2017 for the Artwaves Festival, Bridlington Weekend of Motoring, in-house theatrical productions and events complementing Hull UK City of Culture 2017. The venue features a cafe with views across Bridlington Bay and a public gallery exhibiting works of visual art from local artists. Admission Prices: See website for individual show prices. Opening Times: See website for individual show times. 8 I u d ( : * o | Dalby the Great Yorkshire Low Dalby, Pickering, YO18 7LT Forest, Pickering Tel: 01751 460295 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. F5 Web: www.forestry.gov.uk/dalbyforest On the edge of the North York Moors - From the A169 Whitby to Pickering road follow the brown signs turning at the Fox and Rabbit Pub for Dalby Forest. Over 8,000 acres of woodland to explore and enjoy, by bike on the varying ability cycle trails, by foot on the walking trails including easy access, exciting play areas, BBQ and picnic spots, Forest Drive, Go Ape High Wire, Tree Top Junior and Segway expereinces. Bike Hire, Courtyard Cafe, Workshop and Business units, Enchanted Woodland, Dalby Activity Centre, Visitor Centre with cafe, Information Point and Forest Shop. Admission Prices: Vehicle charge £8 per day (£4 after 4.00pm) Nov-Feb £4 per day. Opening Times: Forest - Open daily 8am–8pm. Visitor centre - Open daily 10am–4pm. I z ? B u h ( : * ^ F o P | 4 www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com CCMMWYorkshire CoastNYM2017-Awk.qxp_Layout 1 25/10/2016 11:17 Page 1 Grid Ref. G2 Eden Camp Modern History Malton, North Yorkshire YO17 6RT Captain Cook Museum Whitby Theme Museum, Malton Tel: 01653 697777 Email: [email protected] Discover a world of exploration! Grid Ref. F6 Web: www.edencamp.co.uk Located on the northern outskirts of Malton, on the junction of the A64/A169, approximately half way between York and Scarborough. Housed within an original WWII Special Exhibition 2017 Prisoner of War camp, a visit to our award winning museum transports you back in time to From Kamchatka to experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on the Home Front during World War Two. Learn about Krakatoa: Rationing, Air Raid Precautions, the Black Out, Fashions of the the Cook voyages in Asia 40's, Evacuation and much much more. The museum also presents one of the most comprehensive exhibitions of 20th Century British military history in the world. An exciting and educational day out for all the family, visitors should allow 3 to 4 hours for a full visit. Admission Prices: Adult £8.50, Child £7.50 (5-16 years), Senior Citizen £7.50. Family Tickets available – check website for details Opening Times: Open 7 days a week, 9 Jan - 23 Dec, 10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm). 8 I z ? B u h d ( : * ^ F o P | Esk Valley Theatre, Glaisdale, Nr Whitby, YO21 2PW Nr Whitby Tel: 01947 897587 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. E3 Web: www.eskvalleytheatre.co.uk Set in the beautiful North York Moors, the Esk Valley Theatre offers professional theatre in an unusual location. Enjoy a local pre-theatre lunch or dinner, drinks on the lawn, and be assured of a warm welcome at this delightful venue. Admission Prices: Adult £14, Senior Citizen/Student £13. Opening Times: Thursday 10th August – Saturday 2nd September 2017: z B u d ( : See website or call Box Office for show details. | Open daily: Evron Centre, John Street, Filey YO14 9DW Feb 18 – March 31 1100-1500 Filey Tel: 01723 512512 April 1 – Nov 5 0945-1700 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. H5 Web: www.fileyevroncentre.co.uk Last admission: half hour before closure The Evron Centre Concert Hall is a multi Captain Cook Museum purpose venue with seating for up to 120 people. 2017 Events include Tribute Bands, Grape Lane Whitby YO22 4BA Live Music Events, Theatre Productions, Film Cinema Nights, Art Exhibitions and www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk Craft Fairs. Please check our website for regular updates or follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/evroncentre Admission Prices: Please check our website for details. Opening Times: Please check our website for details. Winner Visit England gold award (2013) u d * | 6 www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com One of Britain’s Best! Grid Ref. I6 Helmsley Walled Garden, Cleveland Way, Helmsley, YO62 5AH Helmsley Tel: 01439 771427 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. D5 Web: www.helmsleywalledgarden.org.uk Families Located behind Helmsley Castle and a short walk from Cleveland Way long stay car park. Enjoy this tranquil and historic five love... acre garden, beautifully laid out with spectacular displays of flowers, fruit and vegetables, open from April till October. There are orchards, wild flower meadows, Clematis and Kitchen Gardens and much more. Enjoy a meal at the Vine House Café and shop for plants and gifts at our Plant Centre. You can also take an art course or a bee keeping taster session throughout the season. Check our website for details. Admission Prices: Adult £7.50, Children (under 16) go free, Senior Citizen £7.50 Opening Times: 1st April - 31st October from 10am–5pm. I u h d ( : o | and P Hornsea Freeport, Rolston Road, Hornsea, HU18 1UT Hornsea Tel: 01964 534211 Email: [email protected] Grid Ref. I8 Web: www.hornseafreeport.com Hours of great value fun all under one roof! Follow the brown signs from any of the routes into Hornsea. We are on the B1242 route to Withersea. Outlet shopping and leisure in a relaxed stress free environment. Up to 50% off high street prices and new leisure attractions opening up in 2017 (please see website for details). The recently opened Bugtopia offers you a chance to get up close to a variety of insects and includes a butterfly world and walk through stick insect enclosure. After your shopping or leisure pursuits unwind in one of our cafes or restaurants like the award winning Williams Farm Kitchen Cafe and farm shop. Book tickets at eastridingleisure.co.uk/bridlington Admission Prices: Admission to the site is Free - there are charges for leisure attractions. Opening Times: 10.00 to 17.30 Monday to Friday 9.30 to 17.30 Saturday and 11.00 to 17.00 Sunday.