1. Tropical World at Roundhay Park
Situated within the confines of Roundhay Park in central Leeds, Tropical World is a perfect destination for a day trip thanks to its exciting and varied selection of tropical plants and wildlife that transport you to another world. With its most recent refurbishment having just been completed, Tropical World contains numerous attractions including a butterfly house that is home to over 40 species of butterfly, The Desert House with its selection of Meerkats, and the new inhabitants of Tropical World - the Morelets Crocodiles. With regular buses from Leeds city centre it is an accessible and unique day out.
2. North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Winding its way through the breathtaking scenery of North Yorkshire the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) combines the romantic charm of perfectly preserved steam engines and carriages with the accessibility of seeing all North Yorkshire has to offer in a single day. Whether it be a day by the seaside in Whitby, a bite to eat at a traditional tea room in Grosmont or a stop off in the heart of the Yorkshire Moors at Newton Dale Halt, the railway line is the perfect way to witness the breadth of beauty in the county of Yorkshire.
3. National Coal Mining Museum
The coal industry has been at the heart of life in Yorkshire for centuries and the National Coal Mining Museum allows visitors to learn about the history of mining in the area and the rest of the country, whilst also getting to experience some of the realities of working in a mine. The museum's centrepiece is its guided underground tours where visitors are lead around a real coal mine by former coal miners. During this tour you will be able to experience the sights, sounds and dangers that coal miners deal with first hand whilst learning how the industry has drastically changed over the centuries. If you have a head for heights there is also the Furnace Shaft with its glass-topped 140m drop and views all the way down to the bottom of the mine. With free admission for all, this is an affordable and exciting day out!
4. Helicopter Pleasure Flights
What could be better than witnessing the beauty of the county of Yorkshire and surrounding areas from the air? Starting at a mere 39 you can experience some of the finest and most breathtaking views of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Pennines and Peak District. As a company, Pleasure Flights Ltd can also help to offer a great deal of flexibility to suit any need. Flights can be based around time (varying anywhere from between 5 and 30 minutes) or a particular theme (Dambusters Run, Yorkshire Three Peaks) to ensure your time in the air is as enjoyable as possible. Whether a day for the entire family or a treat for a loved one it is sure to be a memorable day out.
5. Yorkshire Air Museum
Located on the former site of RAF Elvington (a former World War Two bomber command station) just outside of York and situated in 20 acres of beautiful parkland this museum plays host to a wide selection of aircraft ranging from a De Havilland Gypsy Moth, to examples of wartime icons such as the Spitfire and Hurricane, all the way to modern jets like the Hawker Harrier. Open all year round the museum also houses numerous exhibitions such as a The Air Gunner Collection, a unique memorial to the role of the Air Gunner in World War Two, and a total of over 60 historic aircraft and vehicles alongside a cafe and shop.
Situated within the confines of Roundhay Park in central Leeds, Tropical World is a perfect destination for a day trip thanks to its exciting and varied selection of tropical plants and wildlife that transport you to another world. With its most recent refurbishment having just been completed, Tropical World contains numerous attractions including a butterfly house that is home to over 40 species of butterfly, The Desert House with its selection of Meerkats, and the new inhabitants of Tropical World - the Morelets Crocodiles. With regular buses from Leeds city centre it is an accessible and unique day out.
2. North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Winding its way through the breathtaking scenery of North Yorkshire the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) combines the romantic charm of perfectly preserved steam engines and carriages with the accessibility of seeing all North Yorkshire has to offer in a single day. Whether it be a day by the seaside in Whitby, a bite to eat at a traditional tea room in Grosmont or a stop off in the heart of the Yorkshire Moors at Newton Dale Halt, the railway line is the perfect way to witness the breadth of beauty in the county of Yorkshire.
3. National Coal Mining Museum
The coal industry has been at the heart of life in Yorkshire for centuries and the National Coal Mining Museum allows visitors to learn about the history of mining in the area and the rest of the country, whilst also getting to experience some of the realities of working in a mine. The museum's centrepiece is its guided underground tours where visitors are lead around a real coal mine by former coal miners. During this tour you will be able to experience the sights, sounds and dangers that coal miners deal with first hand whilst learning how the industry has drastically changed over the centuries. If you have a head for heights there is also the Furnace Shaft with its glass-topped 140m drop and views all the way down to the bottom of the mine. With free admission for all, this is an affordable and exciting day out!
4. Helicopter Pleasure Flights
What could be better than witnessing the beauty of the county of Yorkshire and surrounding areas from the air? Starting at a mere 39 you can experience some of the finest and most breathtaking views of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Pennines and Peak District. As a company, Pleasure Flights Ltd can also help to offer a great deal of flexibility to suit any need. Flights can be based around time (varying anywhere from between 5 and 30 minutes) or a particular theme (Dambusters Run, Yorkshire Three Peaks) to ensure your time in the air is as enjoyable as possible. Whether a day for the entire family or a treat for a loved one it is sure to be a memorable day out.
5. Yorkshire Air Museum
Located on the former site of RAF Elvington (a former World War Two bomber command station) just outside of York and situated in 20 acres of beautiful parkland this museum plays host to a wide selection of aircraft ranging from a De Havilland Gypsy Moth, to examples of wartime icons such as the Spitfire and Hurricane, all the way to modern jets like the Hawker Harrier. Open all year round the museum also houses numerous exhibitions such as a The Air Gunner Collection, a unique memorial to the role of the Air Gunner in World War Two, and a total of over 60 historic aircraft and vehicles alongside a cafe and shop.