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Eureka
Come rain or shine, there are plenty of boredom-busting activities to be experienced every day at Eureka. Don’t miss out on the big summer festival running until 2nd September packed with tech, performance, play and science adventures, with a different theme on each day. Activities ranging from light-painting to extracting the DNA from a strawberry will keep the whole family entertained in an action-packed day out in Halifax.
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Grab your bucket and spade and head in to the city! Get sand between your toes at the seaside settings, bringing the enjoyment of the coast to your doorstep. The Leeds city beach is located in Victoria Gardens, while the Manchester beach can be found in Heaton Park.
Check out the fun fair rides and attractions, build the biggest sandcastle or indulge in traditional seaside delights to treat your sweet tooth. Or if you simply want to relax from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can unwind in the deck chairs with a well-deserved ice cream. This cheap and cheerful day out is fun for all and easy to get to!
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York Gate Garden 
A day out at York Gate Garden in Leeds is a breath of fresh air with 14 picturesque garden rooms to explore.Scope out the perfect spot for a picnic or treat yourself to a slice of homemade cake and a drink in the popular tea room. Whether you are seeking inspiration to get your green thumbs dirty or simply looking for somewhere new to explore, York Gate Garden will certainly make an impression.
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The Leeds Carnival parade is preparing to hit the streets for the 51st year on Bank Holiday Monday, bringing the streets to Life! The vibrant event has become an unmissable experience in the diaries of many people living within and around the city of Leeds and one you should also schedule on your calendar.
Let the festival take you on a journey of culture complete with exquisite costumes, toe-tapping tunes, contagious choreography and delicious dishes. Leaving a buzz in the air and a big smile on faces, this is an event you really don’t want to miss. Make sure you get there in plenty of time to take your pick of the best spots to sit back, relax and watch the fun unfold.
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Racing at Ripon
Hold your horses! Ripon racecourse is running a bank holiday Monday family day with FREE entry for all accompanied under 18s. The fun-filled day out is bursting with activities and attractions such as face painting and a bouncy castle to keep the whole family endlessly entertained.
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