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Sutton Bank National Park Centre
Sutton Bank National Park Centre
Visitor Centre, free entry
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For a great free day out, head to Sutton Bank National Park Centre, less than 30 miles north of York. A fascinating hi-tech exhibition will take you on a journey through time to discover how this iconic landscape was created and the influence it’s had on people through the ages.
Outside, soak up England’s finest view on easy walking trails or head out on two wheels along the new spectacular Sutton Bank cliff edge family cycle route.
There's an Information Centre for inside info on the National Park, a gift shop, tearoom and free Wi-Fi.
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Opening details
•Daily from half term, 12 February until 31 March, 10.30am to 4.00pm
•Daily April, May, June, July, 10.00am to 5.00pm
•Daily August, 9.30am to 5.30pm
•Daily September and October, 10.00am to 5.00pm
•Daily November and December, 10.30am to 4.00pm
•Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
•Open 26 December - 6 January 2019, 10.30am to 4.00pm
Prices
Free entry
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01845 597426
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Sutton Bank,
Nr Thirsk,
North Yorkshire,
YO7 2EH
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: SE 516830 Lat: 54.24011 Long: -1.20975
By Road:
Sutton Bank National Park Centre is on the left-hand side of the A170 between Thirsk (8 miles) and Helmsley (8 miles).
By Public Transport:
From Thirsk railway station, an 8 mile taxi ride, along the A170 up Sutton Bank Road, hill climb to the centre.
Parking: with charge
Accessible by Public Transport: 8 miles from Thirsk station
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Postbox
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Facilities for hearing impaired
Facilities for visually impaired
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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)
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic 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
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
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
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
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)
- Lactose free (dairy free)
- 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
