Keep your little ones entertained this summer break with a range fun and interactive days out around Leeds.
Urban Nature Trail | Kirkstall Abbey | 23rd July to 1st September
Kirkstall Abbey’s urban nature trail is back for the summer holidays. You can see birds, bees, bats and butterflies hidden all over the abbey. While exploring the historic ruins of Kirkstall Abbey and learning about the history, you can enjoy a beautiful nature walk through the ruins and along the banks of the River Aire. Admission to the abbey is free for Leeds residents so you can have a scenic day out without breaking the bank.
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Leeds Monopoly | City Centre | 27th July to 1st September
In a world first, everyone’s family-favourite board game Monopoly is taking over the city centre this summer in a free, family friendly immersive experience bringing the game to life. Leeds’ key locations and landmarks are marked with life-size tokens, clues, and puzzles around every corner. Pick up a map from numerous locations around the city and surrounding areas to start the fun for all the family.
Driftstop | Merrion Centre | Thursday to Sunday
Unleash your kids inner thrill seeker with a trip to Driftstop, the only electric drift karting experience in Leeds. Perfect for rainy days, the indoor karting racetrack has exciting lighting and sound wave production that you can join in with too! With family packages available for groups of four, with pizza included, your day out is covered. After karting enjoyment is over, carry on the fun with retro arcade games and machines.
Jackrabbits Pottery | Roundhay | Monday to Sunday
Pottery painting is a great way to spend a couple of hours being creative. Great for children to enrich their imaginations and family to relax together, Jackrabbits provides a unique artistic experience for everyone.
With everything from piggy banks to mugs, all you do is choose one of over 130 ready-made pieces of clay and let your creative juices flow. Create your masterpiece accompanied by refreshments in the form of teas, coffee, milkshakes, and juices and even indulge in stunning homemade cakes.
Meanwood Urban Valley Farm | Meanwood | Monday to Sunday
What better way to keep your children entertained than with a trip to the farm? Bringing the countryside to the suburbs, Meanwood Urban Valley Farm hosts a whole range of animals to meet. Everything from alpacas to turtles, as well as your traditional farm animals, it has everything you’d expect from a farm, and more! There’s also a medley of ever-changing interactive outdoor activities throughout the year for your family to enjoy.