Days Out in Yorkshire
Apparently three English counties lay claim to the title of God’s Own Country: Yorkshire, Cornwall and, perhaps a little surprisingly, Surrey... We may be partisan at the Poster Point, but in our eyes nowhere comes close to our northern homeland. If Yorkshire had been a country it would have come above New Zealand, Spain and Jamaica in the medal table at the 2012 Olympics. We rest our case. Already known for producing the very best cricketers, beer and pudding, Yorkshire is now also the source of world-beating resources for schools courtesy of the Poster Point. Our first posters are designed for teachers of art, design and technology, English, geography and PE. So here, in your honour and as a homage to our home county, are top Yorkshire days out with a link to each subject. Enjoy!
Amazing Art
1. Graves Gallery, Sheffield
Graves Gallery has been the home of Sheffield’s visual art collection since 1934. Permanent exhibitions include 400 years of European art, abstraction and art now, and Grayson Perry’s large-scale tapestry, Comfort Blanket.
www.museums-sheffield.org.uk/museums/graves-gallery/home
2. Leeds Art Gallery
Recently reopened following extensive refurbishment, the gallery houses a major collection of 20th century British art, alongside earlier works and sculpture by Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore and Anthony Gormley.
www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries/leedsartgallery
3. Salts Mill
Art, shopping and dining, all in one glorious building. If you’re a fan of David Hockney, don’t miss the stunning exhibition of his work right at the top of the Mill. And make sure you leave time for a wander around beautiful Saltaire after your art fix.
www.saltsmill.org.uk
4. York Art Gallery
Paintings spanning over 600 years – from 14th century Italian panels and 17th century Dutch masterpieces to works by LS Lowry and David Hockney. The gallery also houses the most extensive collection of British Studio Ceramics in the country.
www.yorkartgallery.org.uk
5. Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
The leading international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture, YSP is the only place in Europe to see Barbara Hepworth’s The Family of Man in its entirety, alongside works by Henry Moore, Andy Goldsworthy and David Nash.
www.ysp.org.uk
Divine Design & Terrific Technology
1. Castle Museum, York
A museum of objects housed in their original context, from workshops and domestic rooms to a complete Victorian street. A fascinating way to explore the changing design of everything from fashion and food to toys and transport.
www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk
2. National Science and Media Museum, Bradford
Get hands on with mind-bending exhibits in Wonderlab, visit the world’s most powerful giant screen experience, take a journey through popular photography, explore the world of animation and get gaming in the Games Lounge!
www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk
3. Streetlife Museum of Transport, Hull
Climb aboard at the Streetlife Museum of Transport and step back in time with 200 years of transport history. Walk down a 1940s high street, board a tram or enjoy the pleasures of a carriage or vintage car ride.
humbermuseums.com/museum-hull/streetlife-museum/
4. York’s Chocolate Story
Discover the stories behind the greatest names in chocolate, unwrap the secrets of chocolate making and learn the art of the chocolatier for yourself. An interactive journey through the city where chocolate made history.
www.yorkschocolatestory.com
5. Yorkshire Air Museum, Elvington, York
The largest independent air museum in the UK, exploring the history of aviation and aspects of design and technology dating from the 1850s to the present day. Discover what life was like on a wartime bomber station, or take part in a restoration workshop.
www.yorkshireairmuseum.org
Gorgeous Geography
1. Brimham Rocks, Summerbridge, Harrogate
The gigantic rock formations of Brimham Rocks were created by a huge river and sculpted by 320 million years of ice, wind and the movement of entire continents. Today the amazing landscape is a magnet for geologists, naturalists, climbers, walkers and families.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimham-rocks
2. Malham Cove
Malham Cove is a huge curving amphitheatre shaped cliff formation of limestone rock. The top of the cove is a large area of deeply eroded limestone pavement. It has been attracting visitors for centuries.
www.Malhamdale.com/cove.htm
3. National Coal Mining Museum, Wakefield
The National Coal Mining Museum offers a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground to explore England’s last deep coalmine. The museum aims to keep coal mining alive by collecting and preserving the industry’s rich heritage.
www.ncm.org.uk
4. White Scar Cave, Ingleton
White Scar Cave is the longest show cave in Britain, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The guided tour covers one mile, with a range of features to see including a waterfall.
www.whitescarcave.co.uk
5. Yorkshire coast
Stretching from Spurn Point to Saltburn-by-the-Sea, the unique Yorkshire coastline includes a string of varied seaside towns and villages, from traditional Scarborough to picturesque Staithes. Many are in the stunning North York Moors National Park.
Lovely Literature
1. Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth
Visit the inspirational home of the Bronte family in the picturesque village of Haworth. Take a peek into Mr Bronte’s study and wander around Charlotte’s room, before visiting the exhibition of fascinating Bronte-related memorabilia.
www.bronte.org.uk
2. Dracula Experience, Whitby
A unique tour through the story of Dracula by Bram Stoker and its connection to Whitby on the North Yorkshire coast. The spine-chilling tale is brought to life through animated scenes, electronic effects and live actors.
www.draculaexperience.co.uk
3. Stanza Stones, from Marsden to Ilkley
The Stanza Stones Walk is made up of a series of six stones set on the Yorkshire moors and carved with poems by Simon Armitage. The poems are all inspired by the landscape and visitors can choose to visit individual stones or complete a 50-mile walk between them.
www.stanzastones.co.uk
4. Tolkien Triangle, East Yorkshire
Tolkien spent time in Hull and East Yorkshire after World War 1 and it is generally accepted that the landscape and coastline of East Yorkshire informed his later writing. The area he visited and stayed has been dubbed ‘The Tolkien Triangle’.
http://www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com/coast/the-tolkien-triangle.aspx
5. World of James Herriot, Thirsk
Visit the home and surgery of James Herriot, author of an incredibly successful series of books inspired by his experiences as a young North Yorkshire vet, including All Creatures Great and Small.
www.worldofjamesherriot.com
Spectacular Sport
1. Aerial Extreme, Bedale
A high ropes course packed with aerial action and exciting obstacles, finishing with a zipwire. This wonderful woodland journey passes through the tree tops, starting at ground level and progressively climbing to 14 metres in height.
www.camphill.co.uk/Adventure-Park/High-Ropes-Course
2. Another World Adventure Centre, Halifax
Simply turn up for the chance to take part in a diverse range of adventurous activies, including go kart racing, bumper balls, low ropes, archery, skiing and snowboarding, mountain boarding and grass sledging.
www.anotherworldadventurecentre.co.uk
3. Energi York
A gigantic indoor park filled wall to wall with over 100 connected trampolines, indoor games, foam pits, basketball hoops, a giant airbag, parkour, dodgeball and a timed assault course. A great way to burn off excess energy!
www.energileisureparks.com/york
4. Sheffield Cable Waterski and Aqua Park
The largest wake park in the North of England, with opportunities to try wakeboarding and water skiing. Also home to an inflatable outdoor water assault course, complete with slides, climbing wall, runways and a blast bag!
www.sheffieldcablewaterski.com
5. XScape, Castleford
If skiing and snowboarding are your thing, the Snozone at XScape offers an authentic slope experience and the opportunity to enjoy snow sports all year round. If you tire of the cold, why not give trampolining or ten-pin bowling a go?
xscapeyorkshire.co.uk
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