Things to do at Cropton, North Yorkshire

Choose from our selection of extras and activities to create your perfect holiday

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Explore North Yorkshire with a range of extras and activities

Whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation or weekend breaks, short breaks, or longer stays, our extras and activities are a great way to tailor your Cropton holidays. From a three-hour Ultimate Forest Survival adventure to a Romantic Evening In package, make your holiday special to you.

Activities & experiences

Something for the whole family

  • New for autumn
    Guided nighttime rides

    Guided nighttime rides

    Autumn and winter in the forest mean discovering a whole new world on night rides. Join us for gentle evenings exploring the forest trails; pausing to switch off our lights, let our eyes adjust and tune in to the sights and sounds – from owl calls to a star-spotted sky.

    Pre-book your spot

    A bike resting on the ground overlooking the Yorkshire Moorland

    Go Riding With… 

    CycleExplore confidently with our brand-new guided, therapeutic cycle experiences for all. Try Forest Flow and Bespoke Explorer rides, exploring moorlands, memory and old industry, or Mini-Adventures, designed for wellbeing and accessibility.

    Indoor activity
    Toy animals in the forest

    Build a Forest Friend

    Choose your nature-loving friend in the Forest Retreat, give them a name and bring them to life before starting your next adventure. Perfect for rainy days and DIY cabin activities.

    Build a Forest Friend

    Outdoor activity
    Forest Ranger

    Forest Ranger

    Spend some time with our resident Forest Ranger and learn the secrets of Cropton Forest.

    Forest Survival
    Mini Forest Rangers
    Little Wild Ones
    Guided Woodland Walk
    Nature by night | Sept - March

    Find out more about Forest Ranger

    Outdoor activity
    Elvis Owl Nature Trail

    Elvis Owl Nature Trail

    Calling mini explorers! Get hands-on in the forest with our new Elvis Owl Nature Trail, designed with our friends, Wrendale Designs. Join Elvis Owl to explore the incredible wildlife around you, get stuck into activities and learn amazing things about nature.

    Pre-book self-led trail

    Forest Retreat
    Tapas dishes with three cocktails

    Forest Quiz Nights

    Join us every Wednesday & Saturday in the Forest Retreat from 5pm. Get the brains in gear with our Forest Quiz Night sharer in the Forest Retreat. Tuck into five mouthwatering small plates for £19 – just right for two.

    Pre-book quiz sharer

Save 10% on your Go Ape experience when you stay with us.

Take a trip with the whole tribe, packed full of adventure!

Look out for our emails with offers and activities to book before your stay – they'll include your unique discount code.

 

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Food, drink & extras

Holidays made easy

All Terrain Mobility Scooters in Yorkshire

Tramper vehicles now available to book 

Explore Cropton and Keldy Forest with our new all-terrain mobility scooters. Tramper hire prices start from £3.00 for 3 hours. Daily slots are available between 9am and 3pm.

All users must be accompanied during the session and follow the designated forest pathways.

Check availability and book direct with Cropton and Keldy Forest Tramper Hire.

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Things to do at Cropton

  • Close up of the Personal Chef food at Forest Holidays

    Pre-book and personalise your stay

    Make your holiday just how you want it to be with our extras and activities, from breakfast for a special celebration to your own personal In-cabin Chef, who will conjure up a fabulous meal - and wash up afterwards!

    Rudland Rigg
    Rudland Rigg in North Yorkshire

    Explore the North Yorkshire countryside on two wheels

    Book your cycle hire at Cropton and enjoy exploring Yorkshire on a cycling holiday. Easy cycling from your cabin door is great for all the family, while serious cyclists can enjoy the Sustrans National Cycle Routes 1 and 165. For mountain bikers, the challenges of Dalby Forest await.

    Roseberry Topping
    Sunset over Roseberry Topping, North Yorkshire

    Discover North Yorkshire on-foot

    Cropton is a great base for a walking holiday in North Yorkshire. With forests and moorland, hills and dales, coast and countryside, nothing can beat the variety or the views. For inspiration take a look at our collection of suggested walk, from gentle strolls to strenuous hikes.

Yorkshire holidays at Cropton

Situated in a picturesque woodland meadow, in the heart of Cropton Forest in the North York Moors, our cabins at Cropton are the perfect choice for adventurers, nature lovers, and stargazers. Book your break today and get that Forest Feeling.

How to add extras to your booking

Don’t miss out. Log in to your account to browse extras and activities and pre-book before your stay. The best way to kickstart your holiday countdown (and get that Forest Feeling before you even arrive).

What is our Premium Wi-Fi & In-Cabin Entertainment Package?

Our In-Cabin Entertainment package is an optional upgrade, bringing premium features to the connected TV in your cabin. With In-Cabin Entertainment you'll have access to high speed Wi-Fi internet, unlimited movies, HD streaming and much more.

You can add In-Cabin Entertainment when booking your cabin, if you have an existing booking call us on 03330 110 495 or Login to My Account.