Tropical World (Leeds)

Tropical World in Leeds is a butterfly house and animal attraction featuring multiple climate-controlled tropical houses with live animals, aquariums, and themed exhibits including rainforest, desert, and nocturnal environments. It also has a cafe and gift shop for visitors.

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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.

The Carriage House - Studio 3A

The Carriage House is a peaceful accommodation set in a picturesque village near historic York, surrounded by scenic walks and close to a village pub, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with access to shared outdoor facilities including a hot tub and garden.

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 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.

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.

3 miles from Parcevall Hall Gardens

Parcevall Hall Gardens is a historic plantsman's garden set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park featuring 24 acres of woodland and formal gardens with exotic plants, woodland walks, terraces, and a rose garden, offering visitors a scenic outdoor experience.

Stable Cottage

Stables Cottage is a stone-built stable conversion on the outskirts of the cathedral city of Ripon, offering a comfortable and spacious setting for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and nearby attractions in a countryside village environment.

Near Markenfield Hall

Markenfield Hall is a well-preserved medieval moated manor house in North Yorkshire, offering limited guided tours that explore historic rooms and vaulted areas. The house provides wheelchair access to the ground floor and a tranquil, authentic visit focused on history and heritage without modern distractions like cafes or shops. It is free for Historic Houses members on select days, with tours including traditional tea and cakes.

2 miles from Mill tour

13 Oct (next Tuesday)

A volunteer-led tour of Fountains Mill explores the estate’s oldest building, its 12th-century origins and how it has changed over the years.

3 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.

3 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.

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.

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.

Ryseholme

This detached cottage is located in the Nidderdale Area of Natural Beauty National Park near Summerbridge and Pateley Bridge, offering a peaceful and scenic rural setting with countryside and walking opportunities.

Teal Lodge

A detached property in Yorkshire countryside with 3 bedrooms, wet room, private hot tub for 6, wheelchair access, and onsite parking, set in peaceful 5-acre landscaped grounds.

3 miles from Allerton Castle

Allerton Castle is a beautifully preserved Gothic revival stately home in North Yorkshire offering guided house tours, extensive parkland, and accessible facilities. Visitors can experience historic interiors and explore outdoor grounds from Easter until October. It is also a popular venue for weddings and events.

Near 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.

Near 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.

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.

Holiday Homes - Summer Breeze

Summer Breeze is a spacious static home on the ground floor at Lido Leisure Park in Knaresborough, offering accommodation for families or groups with a small garden patio and access to nearby on-site dining and local attractions.

2 miles from Plumpton Rocks

Plumpton Rocks is a picturesque 30-acre parkland featuring a man-made lake, dramatic rock formations, and romantic woodland trails, offering visitors tranquil nature walks and scenic views in North Yorkshire.

Located in Knaresborough

Knaresborough is a historic market and spa town in North Yorkshire known for its medieval castle ruins, scenic river, vibrant arts festivals, and rich Roman and medieval heritage.

Near Ripley Castle and Gardens

Ripley Castle and Gardens is a historic 700-year-old castle near Harrogate with beautiful gardens, lakes, and a deer park. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the castle in season, explore extensive outdoor grounds, and use accessible facilities including a café. It offers an engaging experience blending history and nature with family-friendly amenities.

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.

The Carriage House - Studio 3B

The Carriage House is a 200-year-old barn set in the village of Bilbrough near York, offering a peaceful and homely second floor open plan studio accommodation with shared garden space and close walking access.

Apartment Two

The Carriage House is a historic 200-year-old barn situated in the picturesque village of Bilbrough near York, surrounded by scenic walks and close to a charming village pub, offering a peaceful countryside setting for a Yorkshire staycation.

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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Croft House Cottage

This renovated two-bedroom cottage in the peaceful village of Hebden offers a blend of modern comfort and country charm with a cosy lounge, well-equipped kitchen, and private garden, situated in the heart of Yorkshire Dales National Park ideal for exploring scenic surroundings.

Near Isurium Brigantum

Aldborough Roman Site features the remains of the Roman town Isurium Brigantum, including town walls, Roman mosaic floors, and archaeological exhibits that reveal life in one of the northernmost Roman urban centers in Britain.

High Trees View

High Trees View is a modern, spacious detached property set in the spa and market town of Knaresborough, featuring lift access to all floors, four bedrooms with en-suite facilities, and private outdoor spaces including a balcony and enclosed garden.

Located in Ilkley

Ilkley is a spa town in West Yorkshire known for its Victorian architecture, rich prehistoric and Roman history, spa heritage, and vibrant cultural scene including a renowned literature festival. Surrounded by scenic moorland and situated by the River Wharfe, it offers diverse outdoor activities such as walking, climbing, and cycling.

3 Healey Cottage

A cosy semi-detached cottage located directly on the Trans-Pennine Trail in a peaceful Yorkshire village setting, ideal for walkers and cyclists, with a small courtyard garden and private parking.

3 miles from Aldborough Roman Site

Aldborough Roman Site is a historical Roman town site located in North Yorkshire, featuring remains of Roman town defences, mosaic floors inside period buildings, and a museum with Roman artefacts. The site includes beautiful Victorian arboretum gardens and offers guided tours. It is family-friendly and dog-friendly with pushchairs allowed.

Pateley Bridge Retreats - River View Pateley

This stone-built holiday cottage in Pateley Bridge offers a cosy and laid-back countryside retreat with scenic hill views and access to local attractions within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Located in Pateley Bridge

Pateley Bridge is a picturesque market town in North Yorkshire known for its historic charm, the oldest sweet shop in the world, and its location as a gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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.

Near York Cold War Bunker

The York Cold War Bunker in York is a preserved two-storey semi-subterranean bunker built in 1961 for nuclear monitoring during the Cold War, now an English Heritage site and museum showcasing Cold War operations and defence technology.

2 miles from Owl About Goddards Trail

10–11 Oct, 17–18 Oct…

Visitors can follow a family-friendly trail through Goddards Gardens, finding hidden owls and collecting letters to solve an owl-related word. Completing the trail earns a sticker.

Swallows Nest

A spacious 19th-century end-terraced former lead miner’s cottage located in the quiet village of Hebden within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering scenic views and country walks from the doorstep in a peaceful 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.

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.

Little Acres Cottage

Little Acres Cottage is a dog-friendly countryside retreat near Cawood in North Yorkshire, offering a peaceful and stylish stay with open views, cozy wood-burning stove, and easy access to scenic and historic local attractions.

Low Mill Cottage

This accommodation is a converted 18th century mill house located beside the River Wharfe and The Dales Way footpath, offering a homely and scenic setting ideal for families or groups of friends with views of the river and countryside.

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.

Garsdale Cottage

A cottage in the village of Grassington with rooms across two floors, a small garden, and private parking, set back from the road with countryside views and close to local amenities and outdoor activities.

Lodge Farm Cottage

Lodge Farm Cottage is a two-bedroom country-style cottage with original stone walls and oak beams, located in the village of Oakworth on the edge of Haworth, overlooking Yorkshire countryside. It offers a peaceful and homely setting ideal for friends and family, with charming views of fields and prize-winning Shire horses.

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.

Daisy Cottage

Daisy Cottage is a cosy converted cottage situated in an elevated position overlooking Ponden Reservoir and countryside, suitable for couples or a small family with countryside walks nearby.

2 miles from Goldsborough Hall

Goldsborough Hall is a historic Jacobean mansion in North Yorkshire, once home to Princess Mary, featuring magnificent Robert Adam interiors and set within 12 acres of landscaped gardens. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house, explore royal-themed historic gardens, and relax in the on-site cafe. The venue offers wheelchair accessibility and free parking, making it a charming blend of indoor architectural splendor and outdoor garden beauty.

2 miles from Goddards

Goddards House and Garden in York is an Arts and Crafts historic house museum with well-preserved 1930s interiors and an extensive formal garden featuring a cruciform lily pool. Originally built for the Terry chocolate family, it now operated by the National Trust offers indoor heritage exhibits and outdoor garden exploration.

3 miles from Turning back time tour

11 Oct, 18 Oct…

A tour at Treasurer’s House explores the lives and legends of some of its former residents, tracing the history of the house and its connections to York.

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.

The Landings Cottage

This barn conversion in the small village of Beningbrough offers a cosy and charming countryside retreat with characterful stone and oak floors, original beams, and a Mediterranean style enclosed garden, set near the River Ouse and close to local attractions and countryside walks.

Near Beningbrough Hall

Beningbrough Hall is a large Baroque mansion near Beningbrough, North Yorkshire, featuring historic interiors, extensive gardens, and an art gallery exhibiting 18th-century portraits. The venue includes a restaurant, garden shop, and activities for families including a wilderness play area.

Near Harvest at Beningbrough

7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct

Harvest at Beningbrough celebrates seasonal garden produce with guided tours of the walled garden, harvest displays, apple-pressing demonstrations and tastings. Some dates also feature jam and curd tastings or dried flowers for sale.

The Dovecote

This attractive 19th-century converted barn is set within the beautiful gardens of Birstwith Hall Estate near Lower Nidderdale, offering a peaceful and secluded countryside retreat with scenic garden views and close proximity to local attractions.

Near RHS Garden Harlow Carr

RHS Garden Harlow Carr is a horticultural destination in North Yorkshire known for its extensive gardens, seasonal displays, and visitor facilities including cafés and a garden centre. Visitors can explore outdoors through varied garden areas and enjoy seasonal food offerings onsite.

Near Walkies

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

Walkies gives visitors the opportunity to explore the outdoor areas of RHS Garden Harlow Carr with their dogs. Dogs must be kept on a short lead and follow the garden’s stated rules.

Piper Cottage

A 200-year-old barn converted into a peaceful and homely self-catering accommodation in the quiet village of Bilbrough near York, surrounded by scenic countryside and walking trails. It offers a laid-back atmosphere suitable for families and groups.

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.

Stables Retreats - Claro Cottage

Claro Cottage is a stone-built two-bedroom cottage located in the historic town of Pateley Bridge, offering a peaceful and cosy retreat with a countryside feel, ideal for families, couples, and friends to explore the surrounding scenic Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Kelvin House

Kelvin House is a three-bedroom apartment within a Georgian property in the village of Grassington, offering a homely and stylish stay with a shared courtyard and private parking, set in a peaceful countryside location ideal for families and outdoor activities.

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.

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.

Brookleigh Farm Cottage

Brookleigh Farm Cottage is a high-end countryside retreat in Menston near Ilkley, set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with charm, character, and a private garden.

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.

2 miles from Middlethorpe Hall

Middlethorpe Hall is a historic 17th-century English country house near York, set in extensive grounds with restored gardens and a lake. Owned by the National Trust and operating as a hotel, it offers visitors both indoor architectural heritage and outdoor natural beauty.

2 miles from By appointment tour

7 Oct, 10 Oct…

A guided tour of Treasurer’s House explores Frank Green’s vision for the historic house and its collection of furniture, clocks and art, alongside research into his life and the property.

Family Retreat

The Family Retreat is a three-bedroom holiday apartment located in the market square of Grassington, offering a homely and stylish ambiance with family-friendly features in a countryside setting with easy access to local attractions and events.

Sunnyside Cottage

Sunnyside Cottage is a cosy barn conversion located in the scenic village of Grassington, offering a peaceful and family-friendly environment with access to countryside walks and outdoor activities in the Yorkshire Dales.

3 miles from Brimham Rocks

Brimham Rocks is a natural Site of Special Scientific Interest in North Yorkshire, England, known for its fascinating weather-eroded rock formations spread across heathland and woodland in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The site offers outdoor exploration, notable geological features, diverse flora and fauna, and is popular for family visits and rock climbing. Facilities include a National Trust visitor centre with food offerings and child-friendly discovery trails.

2 miles from Hardcastle Crags

Hardcastle Crags is a scenic Pennine valley in West Yorkshire featuring extensive woodland, walking paths, and the historic Gibson Mill, a renovated 19th-century water-powered cotton mill with sustainability exhibits. The site offers both indoor and outdoor experiences for nature and history enthusiasts.

Located in Hebden Royd

Hebden Royd is a civil parish in West Yorkshire known for its market town of Hebden Bridge and scenic outdoor activities including walking, climbing, and cycling along the Pennine Way and Rochdale Canal.

Near Beningbrough

Beningbrough is a historic hall and art gallery surrounded by extensive gardens and parkland in Yorkshire, featuring formal gardens, a walled kitchen garden, and new garden areas including a Pergola and upcoming Mediterranean Garden, with facilities for families and dogs.

Near At the bend in the river: Paintings by Nancy Cadogan

10–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…

An exhibition of newly commissioned and existing paintings by Nancy Cadogan, inspired by Beningbrough’s landscape, gardens and literary history. Visitors can view large-scale landscapes and more intimate works exploring women, time and storytelling.