Tour de Yorkshire at Kilnsey Park
Join us for a grandstand seat as the Tour de Yorkshire rolls through Kilnsey on Sunday 6th May
Kilnsey Park is an ideal place to soak up the excitement as the Tour – featuring some of cycling’s biggest names – passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain.
Why not make a day of it? We have a full programme of activities on the day, including Lisa’s fantastic kids bushcraft, family fishing, animal feeding and waterplay area.
There’s no need to go anywhere, as you can enjoy a spot of lunch or tea in the cosy Cafe by the Lake.
What you need to know
Date: Stage 4 of the 2018 Tour de Yorkshire visits Kilnsey on Sunday 6th May.
Road closures: The main road through Kilnsey is expected to be closed from 1pm to 2.35pm – so we recommend that you reach Kilnsey by not later than 12.30pm. We’re open from 9am and our activities will be in full swing by 11am.
Tour information: the best source of visitor information about the Tour de Yorkshire is here.
Go Wild Week
Go wild and re-connect with the simple pleasures and sheer fun that the outdoors offers, whether it’s den building, fishing or sitting round a campfire toasting marshmallows.
Prepare to giggle, get muddy and be gripped with excitement during our wild week where nature’s playground becomes the classroom.
Children and ‘kids at heart’ adults can ditch the online games and mobile phones in favour of pursuits such as building a den, catching a fish, splashing in the stream or making a tree spirit and mud pies.
With a range of nature-inspired craft activities and bread-making sessions also lined up as well as a special summer woodland trail to follow, boredom will be a forgotten word.
After expending all that energy, sitting in front of a roaring campfire re-living the day’s endeavours while toasting marshmallows will be a perfect end to the day.
Activities:
- Ten Wild Things Trail
- Firelighting
- Tree spirits (with clay)
- Marshmallow toasting
- Nature crafts
- Bread making (selected days)
Dates: Sat 26 May – Sun 3 June
Activity times: 11am to 5pm
Cost: Child £5.50; Adult £4.50 (Concession £3.50)
Wild About Orchids month
Join us to celebrate the wonderful world of wildflowers. Get close to the wildflowers growing on our nature reserve – including the UK’s rarest orchid. Guided walks on selected Sundays (see times below).
Spotting a wild orchid is a wonderful sight at the best of times but with 10 different species in our nature reserve, including the UK’s rarest, the Lady’s Slipper, it makes for a very special occasion.
Wild About Orchids month is the best time to glimpse the delicate beauty of these flowers while at the same time soaking up the remarkable sight of the 130 other meadow wildflowers and grasses in full bloom.
Wander under your own steam or join one of our guided walks (Sunday 13 May & Sunday 27 May) where you’ll learn more about this special habitat while younger visitors will be kept entertained with our wildflower bingo. Our event forms part of the Flowers of the Dales Festival.
Dates: Sun 13 May – Sun 10 June
Times: Nature reserve open 9.30am to 5pm (guided walks on Sunday 13 May & Sunday 27 May at 2.30pm)
Cost: Most activities free with entry to the Discovery Trail (Child/Concession £3.50; Adult £4.50; Family £14).
Wild About Orchids is part of the Flowers of the Dales festival. To find out more click here.
Spring Wild Weekend
Prepare to giggle, get muddy and be gripped with excitement during our Spring Wild Weekend where nature’s playground becomes the classroom. This weekend we invite you to join the buzz as we go on a journey to discover all about the magical world of the honey bee.
Children and ‘kids at heart’ adults can ditch the online games and mobile phones in favour of pursuits such as building a den, catching a fish, splashing in the stream or making a tree spirit and mud pies.
With a range of nature-inspired craft activities and bread-making sessions also lined up as well as a special summer woodland trail to follow, boredom will be a forgotten word.
After expending all that energy, sitting in front of a roaring campfire re-living the day’s endeavours while toasting marshmallows will be a perfect end to the day.
And did we mention that this year’s Tour de Yorkshire is passing through Kilnsey on Sunday 6th May at lunch-time? Create an unforgettable day with us.
Dates: Sat 05 May – Mon 07 May
Activity times: 11am to 5pm
Cost: Child £5.50; Adult £4.50 (Concession £3.50)