Things To Do On Holiday With A Dog At Easter

The Easter holidays provide a perfect opportunity to plan a fun-filled getaway with your family and furry companion. With dog-friendly attractions and beaches in the North East, you can explore a new part of the country without worrying about finding a dog sitter or dealing with the hassles and expenses of overseas travel. If you’re looking for a fantastic Easter break, consider visiting Saltburn Holiday Lets, where you can enjoy a range of exciting activities with your dog. Here are ten “egg-citing” ideas to help you make the most of your stay:

  1. Take a leisurely stroll on Saltburn beach with your dog and enjoy the picturesque sea views.
  2. Head to the Saltburn Valley Gardens and enjoy a picnic while your dog runs around and explores the beautiful gardens.
  3. Visit the nearby Guisborough Forest and enjoy a scenic walk with your furry friend. You can also visit the forest’s adventure playground and let your dog run around off-leash.
  4. Take a ride on the Saltburn Cliff Lift, which offers stunning views of the coast and is also dog-friendly.
  5. Visit the Saltholme Wildlife Reserve and Discovery Park, which offers a fantastic opportunity to witness a range of birds and other wildlife species with your dog.
  6. Explore the historic town of Whitby, which is just a short drive away from Saltburn Holiday Lets. Walk along the picturesque harbour and take your furry friend for a stroll on the beach.
  7. Visit the North York Moors National Park, where you and your dog can take a hike and admire the breathtaking scenery.
  8. Take a trip to the famous Captain Cook’s Birthplace Museum in nearby Middlesbrough, which welcomes dogs.
  9. Head to the local farmer’s market to pick up some locally sourced produce for a delicious home-cooked meal at your holiday let.
  10. Relax in your comfortable and dog-friendly accommodation at Saltburn Holiday Lets, enjoying quality time with your family and furry friend.

Overall, an Easter break at Saltburn Holiday Lets offers endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and quality time with your beloved pet.

Activities Happening Near Saltburn At Easter

1.Easter Adventure Quest at Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire

Take part in an egg-cellent, dog-friendly adventure around Whitby Abbey grounds, hunting for clues, undertaking challenges and discovering traditional Easter games like egg rolling and the egg and spoon race. Successful adventurers will, of course, be awarded with a tasty chocolate treat – for humans only. Over the Easter weekend, from 7-10 April, the Easter fun ramps up with performers, storytelling sessions, games and races. Stay in one of our Dog friendly cottages for the perfect Easter staycation.

2. Helmsley Walled Garden, North York Moors

Celebrate the onset of Spring at Helmsley’s stunning walled garden, where you can bask in the therapeutic benefits of a day out in nature. Dogs are welcome everywhere from the gardens to the café, and there are plenty of water bowls dotted around for them. And when you want to break free for a longer walk, you’re on the doorstep of the North York Moors and the Cleveland Way National Trail. 

3.Easter Egg Hunt at Ormesby Hall

Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. There are 10 trail points to find along the way, from wheelbarrow racing to egg and spoon racing, rubbings and the artist space. The trail takes place between Saturday 1 – Sunday 16 April, from 10.30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3pm, so come along and explore the beautiful garden at Ormesby Hall.

Hop Into Easter On A Holiday With Your Dog

Feeling inspired to try some egg-citing with your dog this Easter? Check out our 4 Dog Friendly Cottages that are perfect for an egg-scape.

Child Friendly Holiday Cottages

All of our holiday cottages are child friendly!

Are you looking for a family-friendly holiday cottage that is both relaxing and fun? Then Look no further than our child-friendly holiday cottages at Saltburn Holiday Lets! Our cottages are the perfect place for families to create lasting memories.

Our holiday cottages offer a range of amenities to suit families of all sizes. Whether you are traveling with young children or teenagers, we have everything you need to make your holiday a success. From spacious living areas, outdoor play areas and a stones throw from The Cleveland Way, our cottages have it all.

One of the highlights of our cottages is their child-friendly nature. We understand that traveling with children can be stressful, which is why we have designed our cottages to be as family-friendly as possible. We provide a range of child-friendly features, including baby gates, high chairs, and travel cots, to ensure that families have everything they need to keep their little ones safe and comfortable.

Not far from our cottages, there are range of fun activities for children. such as:

Saltburn Miniature Railway

One of the most famous railways in the country. This short ride gives you a scenic view of the gardens right next to the coastline. Great fun for all.

Valley Gardens 1pm -5pm

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Saltburn Crazy Golf

Located on the bottom promenade near the Fish and Chip shop and overlooking the sea.Great fun for all the family. Whilst dogs are not allowed in the actual facility, there is a place where you can tie them up within view at all times.

Bottom Promenade

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Stewart Park Marton

120 acre park with play areas, animals, museum depicting the birth place of Captain Cook, two cafes and a large lake filled with birds and wildlife.

The Grove 7.30am-5pm

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Buttercups Ceramic Studio and Fletchers Farm

Perfect family activity where you get to paint pottery with someone experienced to give advice if you want to do something specific. This studio is situated on a small holding with some farm animals, farm shop and a lovely café.

Buttercups Pottery  11am – 3pm. Closed Tuesday

Fletchers Farm Shop and Café 9.30am- 4pm

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For families with older children, our cottages are fantastic for outdoor activities. From hiking and cycling to swimming in the sea, there is plenty to do for everyone. Our cottages are located in some of the most beautiful parts of the country, providing the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures.

Saltburn Valley Gardens

Maze of paths through woodland and grassland. There are two play areas and a lovely tearoom within the gardens. Picturesque river runs through making it a lovely scenic walk for everyone.Open all year round. There is a route that is wheelchair accessible however can be steep in places

Saltburn Valley Gardens

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Saltburn Pier & Beach

This is the last remaining pier in Yorkshire, containing a wonderful walkway and amusements. Occasionally you may be lucky and spot where the yarn bombers have been. Open 24 hours, all year round. Disabled friendly

Holey Molies Skelton

18 hole golf course, UK’s largest indoor golf course. Includes pool tables, footpool, with a family diner that serves cocktails and beers . Includes sports bar. Crazy golf for all the family.

Alum Way 10am – 11.45pm

Skelton Industral Estate

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We also understand that mealtimes can be a challenge when traveling with children. That’s why our cottages come equipped with fully equipped kitchens, allowing families to prepare their own meals, Meaning families can start cooking as soon as they arrive.

For those times when families don’t feel like cooking, our cottages are located close to a range of family-friendly restaurants and cafes. Whether you are looking for a quick bite or a sit-down meal, there are plenty of options available.

Finally, our cottages offer a range of accommodations to suit families of all sizes. From cozy one-bedroom cottages to spacious three-bedroom cottage sleeping upto 7 people, there is something for everyone. All of our cottages are decorated to a high standard, providing a warm and welcoming environment for families to relax in.

In conclusion, our child-friendly holiday cottages are the perfect choice for families looking for a relaxing and fun-filled holiday. With a range of amenities, activities, and accommodations, there is something for everyone. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and our commitment to providing families with the best possible holiday experience. So why wait? Book your family-friendly holiday cottage today and start creating memories that will last a lifetime.

A Day Trip To Whitby

What to expect on a day trip to Whitby. When staying with us in Saltburn, you might fancy a trip out to explore some other nearby places. We’re so lucky to be surrounded by lots of beautiful towns and villages, so thought that we’d share our favourites with you here on our blog.
So far, almost all of our guests have visited Whitby, so it felt like a good place to start! It’s a really popular place, that most of you have probably heard of, and it’s definitely worth a visit.
Our holiday homes are only 17 miles away, which equates to a short 30 minute drive along the coast. There are also buses that can take you directly from Saltburn to Whitby too, or a great Park & Ride just outside of town.

Whitby Port

Be it the coldest day of Winter, the hottest day of Summer, or anything in between, you can always appreciate and enjoy Whitby. It’s magical, it’s inspiring and it’s such a friendly place to be. We’re partial to a tray of fish and chips, while sitting on the pier or looking over the harbour, all the time ducking and diving to avoid the seagulls, but they really just add to the atmosphere, despite being a bit scary when they’re flying full steam ahead with their eyes glued to your chips! I’m also a big fan of the Whitby ice creams, they seem bigger and better than the rest, and thankfully the seagulls aren’t quite as tempted by ice creams as they are the fish & chips. On a nice day, you can’t beat a stroll along the little cobbled streets, ice cream in hand, exploring all of the cute little gift shops and cafes… Every time you visit, you will find something or somewhere new.

Whitby Ice Cream and streets

Whitby is a place to relax, it’s a place to go for long walks, sightseeing and exploring the area and it’s a place to enjoy good food. With countless fish & chip shops, little cafes and tearooms, harbour side seafood stalls and restaurants, there are food options for everyone. Some of my personal favourite places to eat include The Fisherman’s Shack or Trenchers for the fish & chips, the kipper smokehouse for delicious fresh kippers, Rusty Shears for amazing sandwiches and drinks in their adorable courtyard and Botham’s for all of the delicious cakes, afternoon tea and the most indulgent hot chocolates you have ever set eyes on. If you fancy a drink, head to Abbey Wharf, which has amazing views of the harbour, or The Moon & Sixpence for cocktails. If you’re willing to drive a few miles out of town, I highly recommend The Stables at Crossbutts for a delicious evening meal or Sunday roast.

Whitby Seaside

If you have children, there are so many things to do to keep them entertained; paddle in the sea or build sandcastles on the beach, walk along the pier and if you’re feeling brave enough you can go up into the lighthouse, put your walking shoes on and climb the 199 steps up to the abbey (trust me, the views are worth it!), go on a boat trip out to sea (there’s even a pirate themed one!), devour countless ice cream and sweets from all of the stalls along the harbour, play on the slot machines in the arcades, explore the little and almost hidden streets and alleys, visit the glass shop where you can watch them making ‘Lucky Ducks’, visit the Whitby Jet or RNLI Museums, the John Bull shop and the Dracula Experience and at certain times of year, the replica of HMS Endeavour is in the harbour too, for boat trips or just to walk around and explore, it’s there at the moment, and its definitely worth a look.

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Have you ever been to Whitby before, or will you be visiting for the first time when you stay with us?
I’d love to know your favourite shops, places to eat and things to do when you’re there.