Did you know there a loads of attractions in and around Yorkshire that offer 12 months of entry when you pay just once?!
I’ve kept this separate to my membership blog because the places below all offer a pay once; visit all year ticket for very reasonable prices. The memberships tend to be more expensive, most cover more than one venue and would take a few repeat visits to get your monies worth. Make sure you check out both so you can really make the most of all of these brilliant deals on family days out in Yorkshire.
With most of the family days out included below, you just have to buy a standard ticket and that will the allow you unlimited entry for a full 12 months. Some offer an ‘upgrade’ where you pay a little more than the standard ticket price to allow annual entry, but it’s normally not too much extra to do so.
As always, check online for the most up to date prices and if you need to buy your tickets before you arrive.
The Deep – Tower St, Hull, HU1 4DP
The huge, award winning aquarium in Hull is a perfect family day out and you can return as many times as you like all year! Head to The Deep’s website to book.
| Adult | £21.00 |
| Children (3-15) | £16.25 |
| Children under 3 | Free |
Beamish – County Durham, DH9 0RG
Beamish is a world famous open air museum which brings the history of North East England to life at its 1820s Pockerley, 1900s Town, 1900s Pit Village, 1940s Farm, 1950s Town and 1950s Spain’s Field Farm exhibit areas. Visitors to the museum meet costumed folk and discover fascinating stories of everyday life in the region through time.
Ok so this isn’t technically Yorkshire, don’t come at me! If you jump on the A1 north, it should take you just over an hour from Harrogate which I don’t think is too bad.
I love that Beamish offer so many options for family tickets…because families aren’t all 2 adults and 2 kids!
| Adult | £27.95 |
| Senior (60 years) / Student | £21.25 |
| Child (5 – 16 years, under 5s free) | £17.25 |
| Family (1 Adult + 2 Children) | £47.50 |
| Family (1 Adult + 3 Children) | £57.00 |
| Family (2 Adults + 1 Child) | £61.00 |
| Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) | £71.00 |
| Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) | £78.25 |
Eureka! – Discovery Road, Halifax HX1 2NE
Eureka! is an award-winning children’s museum in Halifax, West Yorkshire, with more than 400 interactive exhibits which inspire children aged 0-11 to learn about themselves and the world around them through imagination, discovery and, most importantly, play!
| Adults | £16.95 |
| Children 3yrs+ | £16.95 |
| Children 1-2yrs | £7.45 |
| Under 1’s | Free |
Yorkshire Air Museum – Halifax Way, Elvington, York YO41 4AU
The Yorkshire Air Museum is the UK’s largest independent aviation museum located on the site of RAF Elvington, a World War II bomber base.
| Adult | £15.00 |
| Children 4-17yrs | £6.00 |
| Children under 4yrs | Free |
Magna – Magna Way, Templeborough, Rotherham S60 1FD
Magna Science Adventure Centre is a hands-on experience. Explore the wonders of Science and Technology in our four pavilions – Air, Earth, Fire & Water!
| Ticket: | Book online | On the door |
| Adult | £17.95 | £22.95 |
| Child 4 to 15 Years | £15.95 | £20.95 |
| Child 2 – 3 Years | £8.50 | £10.50 |
| Child Under 2 | Free | Free |
Alnwick Castle – Alnwick, NE66 1NQ
I’m a MASSIVE fan of both Harry Potter and Downton Abbey both of which feature Alnwick Castle!
As well as special events and performances, there are many exciting things to do at Alnwick Castle daily. Take a guided tour and learn about the history of Alnwick Castle or its use as a filming location, have a go at archery and test your abilities with a bow, or learn to fly a broomstick in the spot where Harry Potter first took flight.
| Adult | £20.50 |
| Children 5-16yrs | £10.80 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
| Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) | £55.65 |
York Minster – Deangate, York YO1 7HH
York Minster is one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals. Since the 7th century, the Minster has been at the centre of Christianity in the north of England.
We recently visited the cathedral and booked onto the central tower climb tour. If you are able I can’t recommend it enough, the views of York are breath-taking!
| Adult | £18 |
| Children 17 and under (with paying adult) | Free |
| Adult (including central tower) | £24 |
| Child 8-17yrs (including central tower) | £6 |
Jorvik – 19 Coppergate, York YO1 9WT
Discover The Original Viking Encounter at JORVIK Viking Centre. Explore the sights, sounds and smells of Viking-Age York!
| Adult | £16.50 |
| Child | £11.00 |
| Concession | £13.25 |
| Under 5 | Free |
| Carer | Free |
| Family of 4 | £46.00 |
| Family of 5 | £53.00 |
Ripon Museums
Ripon museums consists of three different museums. The Workhouse Museum (Allhallowgate), Ripon Prison & Police Museum (St Marys Gate) and Ripon Courthouse Museum (Minster Road).
Three museums, one great day out. Ripon Museums are the home of poverty, crime and punishment in Yorkshire.
| Adult | £19.00 |
| Child | £10.50 |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) | £38.00 |
| Family (1 adult and 1 child) | £28.00 |
Their annual pass is an upgrade price, you can pay for the museums individually for a single visit too. They vary in price depending on the venue, double check the website for individual pricing.
Knaresborough Castle & Pump Room Museum
If you are one of my regular local readers, did you know this? because I certainly didn’t until recently!
You can pay one price and get a year of visits to both Knaresborough Castle AND the Pump Rooms.
It may seem peaceful now, but Knaresborough Castle was once a mighty stronghold of medieval kings. Take in the awe-inspiring views and then discover the dungeon, ancient graffiti and special secret tunnel. Inside the museum you’ll find tales of local characters including Blind Jack, Guy Fawkes and Mother Shipton. You’ll also find the rare, original Tudor court room where suspected criminals faced public trail.
Discover more about the science behind the sulphur water at the Royal Pump Room Museum during talks from their knowledgeable staff. Learn about the role of Harrogate’s mineral waters in the development of Harrogate as a thriving spa town.
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) | £35.00 |
Again this is an upgrade price, you can pay individually per venue. A family ticket is £11.75 per venue, per visit.
How Stean Gorge – Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5SF
I’ve saved this little gem for last! We love How Stean Gorge and it’s super cheap. Armed with a hard hat, torch and sensible shoes you can explore this little hidden gem which has been here for 10 thousand years, since the last Ice Age. The gorge limestone is so special that it is graded as a SSSI – a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The walk through the caves takes you past lots of attractions that we think are some of the most beautiful and unique parts of the Yorkshire Dales.
There is so much to do at How Stean Gorge. The prices quoted are just for entry to the gorge, if you want to take part in some of their activities like abseiling or rock climbing there are additional charges. Make sure to bring your own torch (or you can buy one for £2.50).
| Adult | £7.00 |
| Children 5-16yrs | £5.00 |
| Children under 5 | Free |
Make sure you visit their café too, it has a glass floor with incredible views down into the gorge. It’s featured in out Drinks With A View blog too.
Wow, I think there are some great ideas amongst all of these. Which is your favourite? And have I suggested places you haven’t thought of before?
If there are any places I’ve missed please let me know so I can get them added.
