Exciting History Adventures for Kids

Discover amazing castles, fascinating historical houses, and fun-packed museums – perfect for curious young explorers. Start your journey through Yorkshire’s past today!

Temple Newsam

There is plenty to do here for all the family as you will find a working farm, historic house, extensive grounds, gardens and tea rooms.

Skipton Castle

One of the most intact castles in Britain, this is an excellent day out with kids on both rainy days and sunny days.

Royal Armouries

A free museum like no other, the Royal Armouries houses weapons and armour from throughout history.

Craven Museum

A fun museum with heaps of activities for children to get stuck into to help them learn about the history and geology of the local area.

Barley Hall

A medieval townhouse rediscovered in the 1980’s, this museum is located in York City Centre.

Whitby

Famous for being the inspiration behind Dracula, this coastal town has plenty to do for all the family.

Brodsworth Hall

Perfect for a stroll around with the pram and a picnic, these beautifully curated gardens surround the grand manor house.

Leeds City Museum

From Ancient to Modern Day history and hands on exhibits, this museum has something for everyone.

Cusworth Hall

Here the house and grounds are free to explore. You will find lakes, extensive fields, puzzles in the house and more.

10 Amazing Castles

A round up of 10 proper, historic castles to visit in God’s Own County.

Abbey House Museum

Walk down a Victorian Street and so much more in this family friendly award nominee museum.

Knaresborough Castle

Visit the castle ruins and Old Courthouse Museum for a great family day out.