ClimbZone

Indoor climbing walls might sound like a gimmick, but ClimbZone in Wakefield is the real deal. They've got routes for absolute beginners right through to people who actually know what they're doing, which means you won't feel like a muppet if you've never clipped into a harness before. The staff sort you out quickly and the walls are tall enough to feel properly challenging without being intimidating.

This works brilliantly for families with older kids and teenagers - they'll burn off serious energy in an hour or two, and there's something about the concentration required that keeps them focused rather than bored. Adults get a proper workout too. Younger children might struggle with grip strength and height anxiety, so check the minimum ages beforehand.

It's worth booking ahead rather than turning up cold. Weather doesn't matter, which is useful in West Yorkshire, and it pairs well with staying at Nostell Priory Holiday Park just down the road - you could climb in the morning and explore the grounds and house there in the afternoon. That's a solid day without traveling far.

Bring water, wear trainers with good ankle support, and don't go if you're nursing a shoulder injury. Allow two to three hours if you want to actually enjoy it rather than rush through. Wakefield town centre is just a few minutes away if you need food afterwards.