5 Days Out Ideas For Yorkshire Foster Carers

If you’re a foster carer in Yorkshire, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to fun days out to take your foster children on. There are hundreds of great attractions and open spaces to discover if you know where to look. Some are there for learning, and others exist for fun. Regardless of the purpose, a big part of fostering is going out and doing things, and here are five fun ideas for days out around Yorkshire.

The Importance of a Big Day Out

Every child needs external stimuli. Where this comes from is largely up to you as the director of their agenda. However, there is a lot of value in finding enriching activities to do together to build attachment and ensure they are getting the most out of their time with you too. Days out are something new and exciting that can be educational, purely entertaining, or even a mixture of the two. There are various discount schemes and a fostering allowance, which you can find more about here, thefca.co.uk, to help towards the costs as well, so this should never be a barrier to a fun time.

Whistlestop Valley

Whistlestop Valley is both a miniature and full-scale steam train railway attraction in the rolling countryside outside of Kirklees. It’s easy to access by car and there is more to do than just ride the railway. There are a few playgrounds, and even a dessert parlour if you purchase a ticket for the big train ride. It is a fun way to spend a whole day, and there are picnic spots or café options if you are looking to be there over lunchtime.

Jorvik Museum

Jorvik Museum in the heart of York on Coppergate is one of the most long-standing, traditional attractions in the city. It is a popular one for school trips, foster carers, and everyone in between. The ride-on carriage takes you through a model Viking scene, which leads through to an activity centre and other artifacts on display too.

Thackray Medical Museum

Thackray Medical Museum is not for the faint-hearted, but it is a day filled with educational fun nonetheless. For any budding doctor, nurse, healthcare professional, or just a kid interested in science and how the body works, this is the spot to take them to.

Mother Shipton’s Cave

Mother Shipton’s Cave in Knaresborough is one of the most mysterious and intriguing attractions on this list. Exploring the underground caves will definitely be a core memory for both you and your foster child, and there are additional perks like playgrounds and a food venue to dive into as well.

Lightwater Valley

For thrill-seekers, Lightwater Valley is a theme park in North Yorkshire that has entertained children and teens for many years. There are plenty of rides to pick from and it is a great day for any age.

There are plenty of fun days out that foster carers can find in Yorkshire that aren’t on this list, but this is a good selection of what’s out there in the various categories. Don’t forget your carer discount when booking the tickets!