
North York Moors | 5 Ideas for a Fun Filled Family Weekend in North Yorkshire

Each time we return to the North Yorks Moors, it immediately reminds us of its endlessly diverse beauty that always seems to leave us more enchanted than the last time. Yet it also has a very gentle side. Safe, quiet areas where you can picnic with the family, easy to follow trails for strolling, walking and cycling. Allowing children to explore to their heart’s content and a huge number of child friendly and dog friendly places to stay, to eat and attractions to visit. So just how much family fun could we find over a weekend on theNorth Yorks Moors!
1. Take a trip up fryup dale for a family picnic to remember


If you’re looking to keep to a budget on your visit to the North Yorks Moors. Try staying at the new Helmsley Motorhome Aire (6 spaces) or if not the Pickering Antique Centre (5 spaces)
LifeinourVan Motorhoming TipIf you’re looking for some well located campsites – try the site at Rosedale Abbey near the ‘famous Chimney Bank’ or Hook House Farm near Robin Hoods Bay
LifeinourVan Campsite Tip
2. see one of yorkshire’s famous ‘country agricultural shows’

3. test your nerves on one of the steepest roads in England
Famous for not making it into the first ‘Tour of Yorkshire‘, Chimney Bank has a steep incline/descent that reaches peaks of 1/3 or 33% (see article here)… So you could tackle it on foot, bike or by car/motorhome… But either way the stunning views or interesting historical sites are sure to make it an interesting addition to any day on the North Yorks Moors.

4. explore the coastline to experience the fun of rock pooling!

But where do you rockpool when visiting the North Yorkshire Coastline? Well, the National Trust house a brilliant centre at Robin Hoods Bay where some of the above photographs are taken. So grab a bucket, a net and this handy beach guide for North Yorkshire and head to your nearest beach for a spot of family rock-pooling!
5. take your pick at the north york moors centre at Danby

- For those who are looking forward to getting out and being active, there’s a huge number of activities to choose from. (including the new North Yorkshire Water Park or Dalby Forest MTB or Go Ape Trails)
- For the children try one of the family friendly attractions or perhaps take a trip on a steam train at the NYM Railway
A perfect mix for a Family Friendly Weekend with or without a motorhome!
If you’re looking to keep to a budget on your visit to the North Yorks Moors. Try checking the Visit North Yorks Moors events calendar page for dozens of ideas and inspiration
LifeinourVan Top TipIf you’re looking for a few hidden gems. We’d happily recommend the ‘Falling Foss Waterfall and Walking Trail‘, ice creams from Ryeburn in Helmsley or the Whitby Sea Regatta
LifeinourVan Top TipNorth York Moors centre
fryup
runswick bay
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