10 Outdoor Activities in York That You Shouldn't Miss

Welcome to SCOOT CYCLING HOLIDAYS. We are passionate about offering you the best UK cycling holiday experience, in the most beautiful part of England, in Yorkshire’s fabulous countryside. A self-guided Yorkshire cycling holiday is a great way to discover a very special part of the UK. We help you get the most out of your biking holiday. We don’t charge extra for bike or equipment hire, and the tours we have planned are all graded so you can be confident that you will be able to choose the cycling holiday/vacation that most matches your experience and interests. We also offer Sightseeing city tours of York. These 2 hour tours provide a great introduction to the city are are informative and fun. York is a great cycling friendly city, and the route we take gives you the best of the attractions as well as the nicest routes to cycle!

Be photographed in York's famous places.Fun walking tour with local, professional photographer Terence. Tour includes photo's taken outside Clifford;s Tower, The Shambles. The Minster, Stonegate, City Walls and Museum Gardens. Expect 60 to 80 full size digital images, ready for printing, supplied as a DVD or fast download link for easy downloads which can be shared with friends and family. Great for sharing home and abroad. Perfect for couple's,family's,friends, school and coach parties. Share Terence's local knowledge. Free advice on value deals in restaurants, pubs and clubs. Recommendations on things to do and see. Group discounts. Recommended for anniversaries,birthdays,proposals.School, College Trips, Hen and Stag.

Driver Skills brings together some of the UK's top driver training professionals, the best tracks and venues and the world's most stunning supercars to provide driving courses and experiences that are simply unbeatable!

Rufforth Airfield is approximately 4 miles west of York city centre, between the villages of Rufforth and Askham Richard. As your hot air balloon ascends you will look out over York as well as views of the North York Moors, the Yorkshire Wolds, the famous Castle Howard and Thirsk, making York the perfect launch site for a balloon ride.

Wired High Ropes is part of the Web Adventure park, home of Creepy Crawlies. Wired is an amazing and challenging high ropes course in York comprising 22 activities of varying difficulty all of which are designed to test your nerve and ability. The course is 8 metres at the highest point and you are harnessed and secured by a safe roller and lanyard system, with qualified and experienced staff on hand should you need them. It is suitable for children over 7, right up to active adults. If you are looking for that extra challenge then the Summit vertical climbing challenge will take you and your team to new heights. This amazing course will bring out the leaders in your team and encourage teamwork amongst the group. The 14m high course includes a climbing wall, Jacobs Ladder, Crate Climb, Gladiator Challenge and Leap of Faith. Wired High Ropes and Summit are perfect for the whole family, they challenge and test whilst ensuring fun and excitement for all ages. Pre-booking is recommended.

Explore the ancient city of York on our award winning tour with an entertaining, knowledgeable guide. York Cycling Tours will take you off the beaten track to fascinating historic places you won't see on a typical bus or walking tour. We travel at a safe and leisurely pace, staying on cycle paths and designated lanes for most of the ride. Daily tours - depart 1030hrs and 1400hrs from the rear of the Gillygate Pub in York City Centre.

York Canoe Hire is only a stone's throw from a number of York's iconic Historical buildings. From your boat the river offers incredible views of the likes of Clifford’s Tower, York Castle and York Minster. There Simply isn't a more enjoyable way of discovering the wonders of this amazing historical City.

Hire a selection of traditional skiff boats for an hour, an afternoon or a full day! Do get in touch for a full idea of rates

We have solutions for everyone: cycling should be a part of everyone’s life: without exception. We are three things at once: a local bike shop servicing the needs of York citizens, an assessment and retail service for people with disabilities and a cycling events organisation. All under one roof!

Yorkshire’s largest outdoor twin engine go-karting track with a 700m circuit. Available for corporate, groups or lone drivers providing a fun day out for everyone!