Danby Lodge National Park Centre

03/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who entered our competition! We have now messaged the winner 😊

For everyone who missed out, the North York Moors National Park are giving away a hamper filled with tea and coffee on Instagram as part of 🫖☕

Enter the competition here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYrFtVkIPMo/?img_index=1

✨ Competition time ✨

COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.

We’re getting close to 10,000 followers and we couldn’t let the milestone pass without a giveaway 🎉

One lucky winner will receive either:
✨ An annual parking pass for Danby Lodge National Park Centre
or
✨ All the goodies shown in the photo

To enter:
🌿 Follow Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Facebook
👍 Like this post
🌿 Tag a friend in the comments

Sharing this post to your story/feed might just bring a little extra luck ✨

Entries close Tuesday 2 June 2026, with the winner announced on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

Please be aware of scam accounts. We will never contact winners before Wednesday 3 June, ask you to click links, or request personal details in the comments. The winner will only be contacted directly by the Danby Lodge National Park Centre account.

Full competition T&Cs can be found via the link in the comments. Good luck! 🍀

02/06/2026

🎨 Tired of glitter in the carpet and paint on the kitchen table? We’ve got you covered… 🎨

Send the mess our way this summer and let your children get creative in our brand-new studio space at the Inspired by… gallery, Danby Lodge National Park Centre with our exciting Summer Art Club!

Join Sara from Little Brushes Art Club in our beautiful new workshop space inside the inspired by… gallery. Give your child the gift of creativity right in the heart of an inspiring art setting, where imagination and artistry come to life among real works of art.
Each session, Sara will guide you and your child(ren) through a delightful, hands-on craft activity - perfect for curious minds and creative hands. From enchanting Elf and Fairy Gardens, vibrant Flowers & Bees in Painted Pots, fluttering Paper Bird Mobiles, to whimsical Colourful Mobiles, every workshop offers something unique to make and treasure.

Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to get stuck into making, this is a chance to explore new materials, learn fun techniques, and enjoy quality creative time together in a magical gallery atmosphere.
Come create, play, and be inspired this summer!

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid missing out!

👉 Book your place here: https://shop.beyonk.com/hl3h2ac9/experiences/xqqe0ad9

Creativity for them, less mess for you - win win!

02/06/2026

It's the last day to enter our competition! ✨ What would you rather win: a bundle of goodies or an annual car parking pass?

To enter, follow us, like the post below and tag a friend. 😊

Good luck! 🤞✨

✨ Competition time ✨

COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.

We’re getting close to 10,000 followers and we couldn’t let the milestone pass without a giveaway 🎉

One lucky winner will receive either:
✨ An annual parking pass for Danby Lodge National Park Centre
or
✨ All the goodies shown in the photo

To enter:
🌿 Follow Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Facebook
👍 Like this post
🌿 Tag a friend in the comments

Sharing this post to your story/feed might just bring a little extra luck ✨

Entries close Tuesday 2 June 2026, with the winner announced on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

Please be aware of scam accounts. We will never contact winners before Wednesday 3 June, ask you to click links, or request personal details in the comments. The winner will only be contacted directly by the Danby Lodge National Park Centre account.

Full competition T&Cs can be found via the link in the comments. Good luck! 🍀

27/05/2026

✨ Competition time ✨

COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.

We’re getting close to 10,000 followers and we couldn’t let the milestone pass without a giveaway 🎉

One lucky winner will receive either:
✨ An annual parking pass for Danby Lodge National Park Centre
or
✨ All the goodies shown in the photo

To enter:
🌿 Follow Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Facebook
👍 Like this post
🌿 Tag a friend in the comments

Sharing this post to your story/feed might just bring a little extra luck ✨

Entries close Tuesday 2 June 2026, with the winner announced on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

Please be aware of scam accounts. We will never contact winners before Wednesday 3 June, ask you to click links, or request personal details in the comments. The winner will only be contacted directly by the Danby Lodge National Park Centre account.

Full competition T&Cs can be found via the link in the comments. Good luck! 🍀

21/05/2026

Looking for a fun activity for the children this bank holiday weekend? Well look no further... 😎

Join us for a fun packed immersive and interactive storytelling nature trail where you’ll help Professor Toadstool search for clues to find Rosie, one of the last surviving tiny red squirrels who is lost somewhere in Crow Wood! On the way you (and your adult) will discover hidden clues, hunt for woodland items for an “Emergency Red Squirrel Rescue Pack”, hear the story of the Wise Old Oak Tree, learn how to identify trees and perhaps sing the odd song or two! But don’t forget…you need to help Professor Toadstool find Rosie before it’s too late! 🍄🐿️

Join us at 1pm or 2.30pm for only £7 per child!

Drop-in on the day or book now 👉 https://shop.beyonk.com/hl3h2ac9/experiences/lhdy8zue

Children must be accompanied by adult.

20/05/2026

Hire our brand new Dark Skies Station, perfect for meetings, presentations, training or even family events like children's parties. ✨

The Dark Skies Station is located in the middle of our grounds, with Danby Den adventure playground close by for children to run wild. 🥳

Find out how to hire the space via the link in the comments.

📸 Lucas St John, Matt Cooper

12/05/2026

🌿 STALLHOLDERS WANTED – LOCAL MAKERS DAY 🌿
We’re inviting local makers, artists, producers, and food & drink businesses to take part in our Local Makers Day at Danby Lodge.

🎨 Handmade crafts & gifts
🍪 Local produce & artisan food and drink
📅 Saturday 1st August 2026
⏰ 10am – 5pm

💷 Pitch fees:
• £10 – bring your own gazebo/table
• £25 – gazebo & table provided
Spaces are limited and priority is given to handmade and locally produced work.

Food & drink stalls must meet local authority requirements.

👉 To apply:
Email [email protected] with images of your work and social media links.

❤️ Please tag or share with someone who might be interested!

04/05/2026

Who came to celebrate our 50th birthday today? 🎉🥳

Thank you to everyone who came and made it such an amazing day! We were blown away by how busy it was 🎊

Post your photos in the comments 👇🏼

04/05/2026

🎉🎈 Come and celebrate our 50th anniversary with us today! 🎈🎉

Our garden party starts at 11am and there’s plenty happening throughout the day, including fantastic live music, circus performances, butterfly stilt walkers and activities for the whole family. 🎶🦋🎪

Head down early to grab a free slice of birthday cake before it disappears! 🎂🥳

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