Studfold Adventure Trail is situated in the stunning countryside of Upper Nidderdale, in the heart of an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Here you can explore the magic and wonder of the Studfold Adventure and Fairy Trail.

If you are looking for an exciting outdoor adventure, you can book the ‘MAD’ (multi activity day) adventure package. With on-site caravan, camping and glamping pitches available, Studfold is the perfect place for an adventure, however long you are staying.

Learning about Nature

The fairy village of Two Stone Wishes has magically appeared and you can discover the hidden codes to unlock gateways to reveal Studfold’s magical wood and the hidden treasure box. The adventure trail has been designed with primary school-aged children in mind and is a magical countryside experience for all the family. The trail encourages children to be aware of their natural surroundings in an innovative, immersive and exciting way.

Studfold Fairy Adventure Trail

Families can explore the magic and wonder of the Studfold Fairy Adventure Trail from April to September, however between May and August, over 20 magical fairy houses appear across the trail, each with their own story or poem. Pick up a clue sheet and seek out the delightful and colourful fairies and their magical homes.

Along the trail you will discover the fairy codes to unlock gates and reveal our giant story-telling chair, perfect for all primary and pre-school children, their parents, and even their parent’s parents! Children are invited to either dress up in their own fairy wings or borrow some from us. Alongside the fairy trail, there are many other intriguing countryside activities, plus go-carts, ride-on tractors, sandpits and den-building.

Discover the Nidderdale landscape

Exploration and play mixes with learning as children explore the rural landscape of Upper Nidderdale and discover its secrets. The trail features areas of wide open space for young ones to burn off energy and a variety of play locations, as well as wildlife observation points, where young minds can learn to watch quietly.

Refreshments are available from our Nidderdale Way Café with a menu ranging from breakfasts and light lunches, including sandwiches, to cake, snacks and hot and cold drinks. Our picnic area is available for you to bring your own picnic or, if you prefer, you can pre-order your picnic at the Café to take with you on the trail.

Make Studfold your home from home

As well as visiting for the day, you can stay longer and enjoy a glamping experience. Studfold has four glamping pods on the site, one of which is dog-friendly. With excellent toilet and shower facilities, a playing field and shop, it’s the perfect place for a family getaway.

Opening times

Open 10am and 5pm, with the last bookable entry time at 2pm, giving you plenty of time to explore the whole trail before we close. We are open every day in the following school holidays:

• Easter: Saturday 23rd March – Sunday 7th April 2024

• May Day Weekend: Saturday 4 May – Monday 6th May 2024

• Spring Bank / Half Term: Saturday 25th May – Sunday 2nd June 2024

• Summer: Saturday 20th July – Sunday 1st September 2024

In addition to the school holiday dates, we are also open on the following dates:

• Every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday 13th April until Sunday 14th July 2024

• Every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday 7th September until Saturday 21st September 2024

We will be closed on Sunday 22nd September for Nidderdale Show.

Since school holiday dates can vary, do check your dates against the North Yorkshire dates, as we work by these.

Please check the notices on our Trail welcome page and our homepage to check that we are open during adverse weather conditions

2024 prices

Great Easter Egg and Fairy Hunt

• Adults and Children aged 2 and over: £8.50
• Children under 2: Free
• Each fee-paying child will receive and Easter surprise

Standard Admission

• Adults: £8.50
• Concessions: £7.50
• Children aged 5 – 17: £7.50
• Children aged 2 to 4: £6.50
• Children under 2: Free
• Family ticket for two adults and two children: £30.00

Please note that Family tickets are not available for the Great Easter Egg and Fairy Hunt.

Dogs are allowed on leads.

Schools and groups are welcome to visit on week days during term times. Please call 01423 755228 for more information.

All tickets are non-refundable. It is essential to book in advance, where there will be a 5% booking fee. Please read full terms and conditions on booking.

Directions:

Please note: Sat nav users, do not use your sat nav for the last part of your journey to us. Please follow these directions.

From Harrogate: go down the high street at Pateley Bridge, go over the bridge and turn right on to the road by the petrol station, signposted to Lofthouse. Turn left after the junction to Lofthouse and follow the road.

From A1: exit at junction 50 at Ripon and take A61 to Ripon and then the B6265 to Pateley Bridge.

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