Attractions in Moorends & Things to Do in Moorends
(and nearby)

Hatfield Water Park (2 Miles)*
The Water Park Lake is used for canoeing, dinghy sailing, windsurfing and sub-aqua. Structured RYA and BCU Courses are run at the Water Park for both adults and juniors.
Epworth Old Rectory (8 Miles)*
Samuel Wesley, the Rector of Epworth, built the house in 1709 after fire had destroyed the earlier building from which his son, John was rescued as a 'brand plucked from the burning'.
Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery (8 Miles)*
Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery is full of exciting collections depicting various aspects of natural history, archaeology, local history and fine and decorative art.
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park (9 Miles)*
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park has now re-opened to the public after several years of extensive restoration work.The Hall and its surrounding parkland have been transformed
Brodsworth Hall (11 Miles)*
Brodsworth Hall in Yorkshire is one of the most authentic Victorian country houses in England.
Conisbrough Castle (13 Miles)*
Those who have read Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe will immediately recognize Conisbrough Castle which was featured in the famous story, set in Medieval England.
Normanby Hall Country Park (13 Miles)*
Nestling in the heart of North Lincolnshire's tranquil countryside Normanby Hall Country Park is the ideal day out for all the family.
Pontefract Park Race Company Limited (15 Miles)*
Extensive improvements over the past few years have made Pontefract one of the best appointed courses of its kind in the Country. There are modern bars and refreshment areas in all enclosures.
Wetlands Animal Park (16 Miles)*
Set in over 32 acres and Nottighamshires only Zoo Wetlands houses more than 25 different species of animals and offers people of all ages the chance to interact with exotic and domestic animals from all over the globe.
Nostell Priory (17 Miles)*
The original Nostell Priory was founded more than 800 years ago and was dedicated to St Oswald, who first brought Christianity to Britain.
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre (19 Miles)*
Discover a wild family day out, catch a glimpse into a faraway world and make friends with creatures great and small.

Mr Straws House (20 Miles)*
Step back in time to the early 20th century and find out how a grocer's family lived in this market town.
Lotherton Hall (20 Miles)*
Lotherton Hall is a beautiful Edwardian country house with a bird garden, red deer park and formal gardens.
Elsham Hall Gardens and Country Park (21 Miles)*
The beautiful lakeside gardens at Elsham Hall were founded by Captain and Mrs Elwes in 1970 to encourage a wider understanding of natural history, the arts and rural crafts and provide an enjoyable and educational day out for all the family.
Wakefield Cathedral (22 Miles)*
The ancient Parish Church of All Saints, Wakefield became the Cathedral Church of All Saints in 1888, when the Diocese of Wakefield was carved out of Ripon Diocese.
Wakefield Museum (22 Miles)*
Wakefield Museum closed to the public on Saturday 26 November 2011 in preparation for the move to its new home within the new civic building - Wakefield One - at Merchant Gate, opening in early October 2012.
Yorkshire Air Museum & Allied Air Forces Memorial (22 Miles)*
The largest independant Air Museum in Britain and the sole Allied Air Forces Memorial in Europe. Situated on a 20 acre parkland site it is the largest original RAF Bomber Command Station open to the public.
Wakefield Art Gallery (22 Miles)*
Significant early works by the highly acclaimed locally born sculptors Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth, and important work by other major British modern artists, form the core of this collection.
Wentworth Castle Gardens (22 Miles)*
One of the most important historic gardens in the North of England, this hidden gem celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2009.
Clumber Park (22 Miles)*
Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire is a magnificent 3,800 acre country park, now managed by The National Trust.
Temple Newsam House and Estate (23 Miles)*
Temple Newsam is one of Yorkshire's greatest country houses. This stunning Tudor-Jacobean mansion has a history full of mystry and intrigue.
York Racecourse (23 Miles)*
York Racecourse, known as the Knavesmire, has been a favourite amongst racegoers since it was founded in 1731. Today 15 meetings combine top class horseracing with world-class facilities to make them sporting and social occasions for all to enjoy.
Creswell Crags Museum and Education Centre (23 Miles)*
Creswell Crags is a world famous archaeological site, set in a limestone gorge with caves and lake.
Harley Gallery (23 Miles)*
The award-winning Harley Gallery has a national reputation for excellence and innovation.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (24 Miles)*
Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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