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Explore Nature.
You can explore the countryside around the area, and see lots of wild flowers along the Trans Pennine Trail.
A bird book will help you identify the birds you see.
The farms are a great place to get up close to animals and even touch them.
Explorer John says ‘Some of the animals are really cuddly but don’t forget to wash your hands afterwards.’
And very importantly, please remember to abide by the Countryside Code, too.
Download Printable Activity Sheets!
There's plenty of wildlife to see on the Trans Pennine Trail.
Why not see which animals you can spot? Can you name them all?
And which are you unlikely to see whilst you're there?!
Trans Pennine Trail Activity Sheet:
Click here to see a quick web preview (52K)
To save a printable version to your computer, RIGHT-CLICK here and
select "Save Target As" from the menu. (If you left-click it will open in the browser and can take some time to open fully.)
Birds Activity Sheet
Click here to see a quick web preview (52K)
To save a printable version to your computer, RIGHT-CLICK here and
select "Save Target As" from the menu. (If you left-click it will open in the browser and can take some time to open fully.)
Interested in the weather? Then why not look at Explorer John's meteorology activity sheet in the science section? You can even make your own clouds!
Nature Trail Activity Sheet
Click here to see a quick web preview (52K)
To save a printable version to your computer, RIGHT-CLICK here and
select "Save Target As" from the menu. (If you left-click it will open in the browser and can take some time to open fully.)
Interested in the weather? Then why not look at Explorer John's meteorology activity sheet in the science section? You can even make your own clouds!
The Trans Pennine Trail
You can cyle or walk along the Trans Pennine Trail and spot lots of wild animals and flowers. You'll even be able to stop off at parks along the way!
You can read more about the Trail by clicking here.
Weston Park Museum
Egyptian Mummies, Snowy the polar bear, living ants and bees...the city's amazing beautiful, varied and unusual treasures brought to life by fascinating histories, incredible facts and hands-on interactives. Read more...
REMEMBER! Wherever you go, please follow the Countryside Code
Be safe: plan ahead and follow any signs
Leave gates & property as you find them
Protect plants and animals, take your litter home
Keep dogs under close control
Consider other people
Please remember that in the winter, the weather can be changeable and the environment can be unforgiving. Dress suitably and leave a route plan and estimated time of return to ensure your safety.
You can read more here www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk (picture taken from the site).
Cannon Hall
Lots to see and do - just click here to find out!
The Victoria Jubilee Museum, Cawthorne.
It might seem just like another museum but it's full of interesting things. Lots of stuffed animals including a two-headed goat! Click here to find out more.