Ponderosa Zoo

Ponderosa Zoo in Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, offers visitors a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences with a diverse collection of animals and facilities including a reptile house, lakeside restaurant, and adventure play area. It emphasizes conservation education and therapeutic engagement with animals.

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Pear Tree House Annexe

This first floor apartment is a cosy and homely annexe located in the small village of Wooldale in the Holme Valley, ideal for couples or small families exploring the Yorkshire and Peak District countryside with scenic views and easy access to local attractions.

3 miles from Dove Stone

Dove Stone is a nature reserve in the Peak District National Park featuring scenic walking trails around reservoirs, abundant wildlife including rare birds and mountain hares, and picnic areas with accessible seating. Visitors can enjoy outdoor exploration of moorland, woodland, and wetlands, making it ideal for nature lovers and families.

Southgate House

Southgate House is a three-bedroom holiday let on the first floor in West Yorkshire, offering a comfortable and practical layout suitable for friends and family. The accommodation includes a living room, kitchen/dining room, three double bedrooms, and a bathroom with an additional separate toilet, set in the market town of Elland with access to local pubs and countryside walking trails.

3 miles from Kingsgate Shopping Centre

Kingsgate Shopping Centre in Huddersfield features over 40 stores and a 600 space car park, offering a diverse indoor shopping experience with major retail brands and food options.

Located in Elland

Elland is a historic market town in West Yorkshire known for its wool production heritage, traditional sweets manufacturing, and upcoming railway station reopening to enhance accessibility.

Near Spofforth Castle

Spofforth Castle is a historic 14th-century fortified manor house ruin located in Spofforth, North Yorkshire. Visitors can explore the outdoor remains of the castle which include unique rock-cut features and stairs, set in picturesque countryside managed by English Heritage.

Mill Cottage

Mill Cottage is a two-bedroom cottage set within the grounds of the Broughton Estate near Skipton, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with a retro feel and access to extensive landscaped gardens and estate grounds including a stream and water wheel.

Near Broughton Sanctuary

Broughton Sanctuary is a historic house estate in Yorkshire offering luxury stays, corporate events, weddings, and wellbeing retreats. Visitors can enjoy elegant indoor spaces, a private Wellbeing Centre, and extensive surrounding outdoor natural sanctuary areas with nature recovery projects.

Hargreaves Head Holiday Cottages - Cedar Barn

A luxurious barn conversion located in the countryside of Northowram, West Yorkshire, offering scenic rural views and easy access to walking and cycling routes along the Calderdale Way, with a private hot tub and shared garden area.

Bronte Barn

Bronte Barn is a stylish and homely barn conversion located in the hills above Haworth, offering peaceful countryside views and a natural setting near walking paths including the Pennine Way and Millennium Way.

The Farmhouse

This spacious farmhouse in West Yorkshire offers a characterful blend of rustic charm and modern comforts set in peaceful countryside surroundings, ideal for family stays and special celebrations.

3 miles from Nostell

Nostell Priory is a historic Palladian house in West Yorkshire, England, featuring original 18th-century furnishings, extensive parkland with lakeside walks, notable artwork and furniture collections, and a rich monastic history dating back to the 12th century.

3 miles from The Pikachu Art Adventure​ at Nostell

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Explore 30 Pikachu trading cards illustrated by different artists, learn facts about the character and design a Pikachu trading card of your own.

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Broughton Hall Estate - Gargrave Cottage

Gargrave Cottage is a traditional three-bedroom cottage set in the village of Broughton, surrounded by meadow pastures and located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering a cosy and scenic countryside retreat.

Hargreaves Head Holiday Cottages - Sycamore Barn

This semi-detached stone barn conversion in the Calderdale village of Northowram offers a peaceful rural setting with scenic countryside views and a private garden area, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families.

Waterside Lodge Six

A three-storey waterside lodge in West Yorkshire set in 40 acres of parkland, featuring four bedrooms, private hot tub, outdoor deck areas, and panoramic rural views, offering a peaceful family and group retreat near local towns and countryside.

Located in Halifax

Halifax is a historic market town in West Yorkshire known for its woollen trade legacy, cultural venues like Eureka! museum and Dean Clough mills, and well-connected transport including rail and buses.

Broughton Hall Estate - Eden House

Eden House is a secluded 17th-century spacious house set in extensive estate grounds, ideal for wedding celebrations or family gatherings, offering a tranquil retreat with scenic surroundings and ample space for groups.

The Farmhouse Retreat

The Farmhouse Retreat is a ground-floor bungalow holiday cottage on a working farm in the village of Heyrod, ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts with scenic views and nearby countryside activities.

3 miles from Clarendon Square Shopping Centre

Clarendon Square Shopping Centre is an indoor shopping mall in Hyde town centre featuring a variety of chain and independent retailers, a Market Hall, and nearby outdoor market areas, offering convenient retail options and a single-floor layout.

Located in Stalybridge

Stalybridge is a historic market town in Greater Manchester with rich industrial heritage, cultural arts venues, and scenic landscapes that attract tourists. It features parks, historical buildings, canals, and hosts annual musical events.

Ashgrove Country Park - Waterside Lodge One

A three-storey wooden lodge situated waterside in Ashgrove Country Park, offering panoramic rural views and a private hot tub, set within a 40-acre estate with woodland and canal frontage.

Located in Brighouse

Brighouse is a historic market town in West Yorkshire with cultural, shopping, and walking attractions, accessible by train and bus, featuring a rich local arts scene and historic buildings.

Smallshaw Cottages - Bramble Cottage

Bramble Cottage is a romantic rural escape set in an elevated position with panoramic views of the Peak District National Park, housed in a 17th-century barn conversion with original character and extensive shared gardens and spa facilities.

2 miles from East Riddlesden Hall

East Riddlesden Hall is a 17th-century historic manor house in West Yorkshire featuring well-preserved interiors, a medieval tithebarn, walled gardens, and a tea room, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences. It is notable for its architecture, royalist symbols, and as a filming location for various TV series and films.

2 miles from The Fabric of East Riddlesden: Inspiration from the Hall and its grounds

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

An exhibition by textile artists Textilia 3, featuring artworks inspired by East Riddlesden Hall’s architecture, historic collection, past inhabitants and landscape. The works use techniques including stitching, felt, mixed media, ceramics, dyeing and print.

Located in Keighley

Keighley is a historic market town in West Yorkshire featuring Victorian architecture, a heritage steam railway, diverse cultural attractions, and a vibrant shopping and food scene.

Teal Cottage

A spacious detached bungalow set on one level with fabulous views over Holme Valley, surrounded by wild gardens and woodland, located near Holmfirth and the Peak District National Park.

Broughton Hall Estate - Higher Scarcliffe

Higher Scarcliffe is a 17th-century detached farmhouse set high above Broughton Hall Estate with views toward the Yorkshire Dales, offering a peaceful and private rural retreat ideal for families or groups.

Mia Cottage

Mia Cottage is a charming farmhouse conversion located in a rural setting above the village of Stanbury, offering panoramic views across Ponden Reservoir and the Bronte countryside in a peaceful and homely atmosphere suitable for couples, small families, and romantic getaways.

3 miles from Guided house tours

11 Oct, 19 Oct

Visitors can join a volunteer-led tour of East Riddlesden Hall to learn about the house’s history and collection.

2 miles from Marsden Moor Estate

Marsden Moor Estate is a vast moorland area in the South Pennines offering outdoor experiences such as walking on the Pennine Way and exploring natural moorland habitats. It features historic transport archaeology and a visitor exhibition at the old goods shed near Marsden railway station.

3 miles from Guided walk: Ruins and Reservoirs

11 Oct (this Sunday)

A seven-mile guided walk across the moor takes in views from Dinnerstones and Millstone Edge, a picnic stop at the ruins of Dowry Castle, reservoirs and the site of Roman Castleshaw.

Strawberry Cottage

Strawberry Cottage is a historic Yorkshire cottage in Haworth offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with homely and cosy atmosphere, ideal for families and couples seeking a private and romantic countryside stay in a quaint town setting.

Wellhead Cottage

This charming four-bedroom cottage in Haworth offers a cosy and inviting retreat blending traditional and modern comforts, located in a historic village rich in literary heritage and surrounded by picturesque countryside ideal for outdoor activities.

Ashgrove Country Park - Waterside Lodge Fourteen

This accommodation is a three-storey lodge set in 40 acres of parkland, offering a rural and waterside setting with panoramic views, suitable for families and groups seeking a private and peaceful retreat near Calderdale towns.

Located in Huddersfield

Huddersfield is a historic market town in West Yorkshire, England, known for its Victorian architecture, rugby league origins, cultural festivals, and vibrant arts scene. It offers diverse shopping, notable landmarks, and strong public transport connections including a major railway station.

The Old School House

The Old School House offers a spacious and stylish setting ideal for family gatherings or group celebrations, located within reach of Barnsley town centre and the Peak District, with tranquil outdoor garden areas and a private hot tub for up to twelve guests.

2 miles from Alhambra Shopping Centre

The Alhambra Shopping Centre is Barnsley's main indoor shopping venue featuring 41 shops, a mix of major chains and independent stalls, with convenient location next to Barnsley Market.

2 miles from Step into history walks - Parkland Monuments

9 Oct

A volunteer-led walk through Wentworth Castle Gardens’ parkland explores monuments and features associated with Thomas and William Wentworth, including a look inside the Rotunda. Attendees can ask questions and enjoy views of the landscape and wildlife.

Smallshaw Cottages - The Farmhouse

This spacious farmhouse offers accommodation for six guests with three bedrooms, set in rural surroundings with panoramic views of the Peak District National Park and shared use of extensive gardens and facilities including a hot tub and tennis court.

Ashgrove Country Park - Waterside Lodge Five

A multi-level lodge set in a tranquil waterside location within Ashgrove Country Park, surrounded by 40 acres of rural estate parkland and woodland, suitable for families and groups.

Broughton Hall Estate - Bell Flat

Bell Flat is a ground floor flat with two bedrooms situated within a private wing of Broughton Hall, offering a tranquil and scenic retreat amid countryside and woodland surroundings with access to a large rewilding estate.

Shelduck Cottage

A four-bedroom cottage in rural Holmfirth with panoramic countryside views, sleeping up to 7 guests and allowing up to 3 pets, featuring a private hot tub, Wi-Fi, private parking, outdoor garden and patio, and family-friendly amenities including cot and highchair on request.

Appleshine Cottage

AppleShine Cottage is a Grade II listed 17th-century barn set in a peaceful Yorkshire valley with stunning 360-degree countryside views and a rural village location near Almondbury.

Broughton Hall Estate - Yellison

A detached farmhouse with four ensuite bedrooms located on a large rural estate near Skipton, offering peaceful and stylish accommodation with expansive countryside views and access to extensive grounds.

Broughton Hall Estate - Top Lodge

Top Lodge is a charming self-contained lodge set in the grounds of Broughton Hall within the Yorkshire countryside, offering a tranquil family-friendly retreat with scenic outdoor space and access to nearby nature and countryside activities.

Broughton Hall Estate - The Manse

Manse Cottage is a four-bedroom 19th-century style property accommodating up to eight guests in a tranquil countryside setting, recently renovated with modern fittings and featuring an enclosed garden with patio and BBQ, shared grounds, and easy access to scenic walking and cycling routes in the surrounding Broughton Sanctuary.

Smallshaw Cottages - Rowan Cottage

Rowan Cottage is a 17th century barn conversion holiday home set in an elevated rural location with panoramic views of the Peak District National Park, boasting a blend of historic charm and modern amenities in a peaceful shared setting with gardens and outdoor features.

2 miles from Collectors' Book & Media Sale

16–18 Oct, 22–25 Oct

Browse and buy a selection of vintage and collectable books, artwork, films and music at a sale in the Riding School. Items include rare and unusual books and other pre-loved finds.

Commons Farm Cottage

A characterful 17th-century stone-built farmhouse cottage set in outstanding Pennine countryside near Hebden Bridge, offering a peaceful rural retreat with scenic views, a private hot tub, and easy access to walking and cycling routes.

3 miles from Hardcastle Crags

Hardcastle Crags is a large woodland beauty spot in West Yorkshire featuring more than 15 miles of trails, historic Gibson Mill with its sustainable off-grid building housing a café and bookshop, and a variety of outdoor activities including orienteering and wildlife watching. The site offers facilities for dogs and is accessible with an emphasis on natural and industrial heritage.

3 miles from Halloween at Gibson Mill

7–31 Oct (another 22 days)

Halloween at Gibson Mill is a family event featuring spooky decorations, photo opportunities and Halloween-themed games. Visitors can take part in self-led arts and crafts activities, with pumpkin decorating offered during the final weekend.

Ashgrove Country Park - Waterside Lodge Four

This lakeside three-storey lodge in west Yorkshire offers a waterside setting with views over lakes, canals, and woodland, surrounded by 40 acres of estate parkland, suited for family and group stays.

Smallshaw Cottages - Birch Cottage

Birch Cottage is a 17th century barn conversion set in stunning elevated countryside views on the border of Yorkshire and Derbyshire, suitable for couples and small families and sharing extensive gardens and outdoor amenities with other nearby properties.

Doorstones Cottage

This semi-detached holiday cottage in Saddleworth village offers a cosy and characterful retreat for up to four guests near scenic countryside and local amenities, blending rural charm with accessible adventure.

Located in Oldham

Oldham is a historic mill town in Greater Manchester, England, known for its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution as a global centre of cotton spinning and textile manufacturing. It features a walkable town centre with a mix of industrial heritage, cultural facilities, historic buildings, and strong community traditions.