Things to do with the Kids - North Yorkshire - Children's attractions

North Yorkshire Moors Railway Pickering 01751 472508	Main season March - October. 18 mile journey between Pickering and Grosmont through the North York Moors National Park. Opportunity to stop off at stations en route to explore waymarked walks through moorland and valleys in "Heartbeat" Country.
	Take a spine tingling tour round the plague-ravaged streets of 14th century York in the company of grisly guides. Plot with Guy Fawkes and follow Dick Turpin to the gallows!	York Dungeon 12, Clifford Street York 01904 632599
Jorvik Viking Centre Coppergate York 01904 643211	Journey back 1,000 years and experience Jorvik, its atmosphere, sounds and smells. See actual Viking timber houses and hundreds of artefacts from excavations.

	From Stephenson's Rocket to Eurostar, rail travel is brought dramatically to life with interactive displays and lavish exhibitions.	National Railway Museum Leeman Road York 01904 621261
Scarborough Sea-life & Marine Sanctuary Scalby Mills Scarborough 01723 376125	Over 30 fascinating displays. Exciting close encounters with marvels of marine life from shrimps to sharks, octopus to eels. The North East's leading marine animal rescue centre.
	From high on its commanding cliff top, Whitby Abbey overlooks the picturesque fishing town of Whiby. The haunting ruins are now maintained by English Heritage, and were once the inspiration for Bram Stoker's "Dracula".	Whitby Abbey Whitby 01947 603568

Hemsley Castle Helmsley Town Centre 01439 770442	Venture beyond magnificent double earthworks and into a spectacular 12th century fortress. In the later Elizabethan buildings, there is an exhibition and tableau about the history of the castle.
	Discover the spectacular and extensive remains of the first Cistercian monastery in northern England, set in the beautiful valley of the River Rye. Peace and serenity surround these majestic ruins.	Rievaulx Abbey near Helmsley North Yorkshire 01439 798228
Duncombe Park Helmsley Ryedale 01439 770213	Family home of Lord and Lady Feversham, the great house was built in 1713. Surrounded by a unique 18th century landscaped green garden of 35 acres, with vast terraces, temples and woodlands.

	Well-preserved motte and bailey castle which was once a Royal ranch. One of the most splendid 12th century castles in northern England.	Pickering Castle Pickering 01751 474989
Scarborough Castle Castle Road Scarborough 01723 372451	The coastal walks are wonderful and the views are breathtaking - gaze out from the walls of this vast 12th century fortress. Come and see the great keep, over 3 storeys high, and take the free audio tour to hear the dramatic story of this imposing castle.
	A riverside walled garden with peacocks, orchard and clematis collection, complements this mellow 17th century manor house, steeped in history. A magnificent oak panelled hall leads to cosy family rooms, the nursery and maid's room. Explore the attics and discover the amazing Carlisle Collection of miniature rooms each exquisitely furnished to one eighth life size.	Nunnington Hall Nunnington Helmsley North Yorkshire 01439 748283

Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum Eden Camp North Yorkshire 01653 697777	Award-winning theme museum tells the story of civilian life during World War II . The visitor will be transported back in time to experience the sights, sounds and even smells of the war years. Built in a former Prisoner of war Camp.
	From the clifftop of Ravenscar you can take in the dramatic views of Robin Hood's Bay. Visit the Coastal Centre in Ravenscar village, then walk to the Peak Alum Works, a fascinating industrial archaeological site.	Peakside Ravenscar Scarborough North Yorkshire 01723870423
Saltburn Cliff Lift & Pier Lower Promenade Saltburn 01287 622528	Opened June 1884, this is the oldest remaining water-balance cliff lift in Britain.The lift is 120ft high and the track 207ft long. Refurbished with stained glass windows, it links Saltburn pier, one of the few left in the country, with the town.

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