A Ryedale nature adventure park is preparing to welcome back visitors for the Easter holidays.
Woldies, in Wintringham near Malton, will reopen on March 28, offering families a full day of outdoor fun, exploring and learning about the natural world across its gardens, play zones and wildlife trails.
The family-run business was recognised as VHEY Remarkable Visitor Attraction of the Year 2024-2025 and was placed fourth in the National Awards.
It was also a finalist in the Visit York Tourism Awards 2026.
The nature park has received praise from visitors for encouraging children to engage with the outdoors.
One visitor said: "We had a wonderful time, the mix of education, fun, adventure and imaginative play, whilst set within and celebrating the natural environment was truly uplifting.
"My boys were engaged for the whole day and left with a real sense of achievement that they had been to all the zones and completed their booklets.
"My youngest was so captivated by various species of bees on the lavender, that he forgot about his fear of them and enjoyed watching them working away.
"The train ride was such fun, a particular highlight spotting species of butterfly I have never seen before.
"I was reminded of David Attenborough who said, 'you cannot tell people what to do, but show them how wonderful the natural world is and encourage.’
"Woldies shows all visitors how wonderful husbandry of the natural world is and, with the imaginative play, how engaged youngsters can be away from screens in a fabulous outdoor setting."
This year’s attractions include the return of the popular Giant Animal Easter Egg Hunt, designed for primary-aged children.
The nature-focused trail encourages youngsters to explore the outdoors, observe wildlife and solve clues to reach a life-sized bird’s nest and earn an Easter treat.
Younger visitors can join the Mini Bunny Hunt, a toddler-friendly activity that helps children practice counting and colour recognition by spotting 10 bunnies along a short nature walk.
Children can also try their hand at den building in the quiet woodland area, explore a dinosaur-themed maze, clamber over giant boulders and timber trails, and experiment with sand and water in the outdoor kitchen.
Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the daffodil and spring blooms walk, offering a beautiful seasonal backdrop, as well as informative displays about bees, trees, birds and woodland habitats.
There is also entertainment for sports fans, who can experience alternative games such as foot golf and foot pool, ensuring entertainment for all ages.
The park is open daily from March 28 to April 12, from 10am to 4pm, and then at weekends and during school holidays until September.
Day tickets are priced at £12 for adults and £11 for children, with free entry for essential carers and children under one.
Discounts are available for tickets purchased online.
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