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The Moors National Park CentreThe Moors National Park Centre

Located in the village of Danby, The Moors National Park Centre is at the very heart of the beautiful moorland of the North York Moors and is the perfect place to start any visit to the National Park.

Not only does the Centre boast one of only a handful of Timber Tangle climbing frames in the country, but a new indoor play area and climbing wall make it a great all year, all weather venue for families.

An interactive exhibition at the Centre includes a stunning audio visual experience and plenty of hands on interactives to help explain the natural history, archaeology and people of the moors. The Inspired by Gallery, framed by its beautiful untreated oak beams, has displays on the range of arts and crafts available within the National Park and also plays host to visiting contemporary artists on a regular basis.

There are accessible wildlife and riverside trails around the grounds and plenty of seating if you want to just sit and soak up the fantastic views across the Esk Valley. There is an Information Centre to help you plan what to see and do on your visit and a shop full of books, arts and crafts, children’s toys and outdoor clothing. A tasty café is also on site serving locally produced food and drink.

View key to symbolskeyDisabled access Disabled toilets Credit cards accepted (no fee) Gift shop On-site light refreshments Accepts groups Coach parties accepted Baby changing facilities Education/study area Facilities for educational visits On-site catering Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Wheelchairs available Children welcomeDisabled accessDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Facilities for hearing impairedFacilities for visually impairedSmoking not allowed

Prices


Free entry

The Moors National Park Centre
The Moors National Park Centre
 
 

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Mon 1 Apr 2013 - Wed 31 Jul 2013 Mon - Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Thu 1 - Sat 31 Aug 2013 Mon - Sun 09:30 to 17:30
Sun 1 Sep 2013 - Thu 31 Oct 2013 Mon - Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Notes Closed 26 December to 2 January

   

Contact

Information Centre
Tel: 01439 772737
View the The Moors National Park Centre websitewww.northyorkmoors.org.uk

Venue

The Moors National Park Centre

Lodge Lane, Danby, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2NB

View the The Moors National Park Centre websitewww.visitnorthyorkshiremoors.co.uk

See location of The Moors National Park Centre on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: NZ 716083  Lat: 54.46504  Long: -0.89685


By Road:
From the A171 towards Whitby, turn right signposted Danby, the Moors Centre is 1 mile from Danby village. The Centre lies in picturesque grounds on the side of the River Esk, 16 miles inland from Whitby. The Moors Centre is a pleasant one mile walk from Danby Station. Moorsbus, the National Park's very own bus network drops you right at the door.

Public Transport :
Danby Station on the Esk Valley line (Middlesbrough to Whitby); Moorsbus network from many locations within the National Park and also from Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Hull and York. In 2008 Moors bus operates from16 March to 26 October on Sundays, Bank Holidays and Easter Saturday, on Tuesdays and Fridays in July and September, and every day from 21 July until 30 August. For more information, timetables and itineraries please visit the Moorsbus website hyperlink to: http://www.visitnorthyorkshiremoors.co.uk/content.php?nID=244

Parking : with charge

Accessible by Public Transport : 1 mile (1.6 kms) from Danby station

Parking: £2.20 for two hours & £4 per day.
Yearly and weekly car park passes available

White Rose Award FinalistSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Also at this venue

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Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Mon 27 May 2013 Have-a-go Archery
Tue 28 May 2013 Landscape Painting with Watercolours
Tue 28 May 2013 Tree-shirts
Wed 29 May 2013 Bella the Butterfly
Wed 29 May 2013 Butterfly and Dragonfly Art Workshop
Wed 29 May 2013 Recycled Art

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Ramp to entrance
  • Handrail by ramp
  • Entrance is well lit
  • Automatic door at the main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Lift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or letters
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Nut free
  • Organic
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
 
 

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