Explore 14 acres of rural Yorkshire countryside featuring a farming museum, railway, animals, play areas, and immersive living history sites for all ages.

Murton Park is a multi-attraction family venue set within 14 acres of rural Yorkshire countryside near York. The venue combines educational and recreational experiences, with the Yorkshire Museum of Farming as its centerpiece, where visitors can plough through agricultural history and learn about traditional farming practices. Beyond the museum, families can enjoy a vintage railway, encounter farm animals, explore indoor and outdoor play areas, and visit immersive living history sites including Viking, Roman, Anglo-Saxon, and pre-historic experiences. The venue hosts a packed seasonal calendar of reenactment events and monthly kids' clubs, making each visit unique. Murton Park caters to all ages from infants upwards with excellent facilities including the Yorkshire Barn Café, pushchair-friendly access, and dog-friendly grounds. An annual pass offers unlimited visits and includes free entry to many special events. The venue is particularly popular with school groups, offering tailored educational trips that bring history to life through hands-on activities and immersive experiences.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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Cheryl Corney

a month ago

We much enjoyed seeing what remains of the Derwent Valley Light Railway. It was Sunday afternoon and we rode up and down the half mile of track several times, but not always in the same carriage. We enjoyed seeing the collection of tractors and the animals. The available tables for picnics were welcome. There is also a cafe and a shop.

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Maxine Bird

2 months ago

Lovely place for children to play. We had to pay for a years membership. No other options available. And really not able to visit again. Very nice staff

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Suzanna Post

7 months ago

The Christmas experience was amazing! All the staff were brilliant, all in costume and playing a part. The kids had the best time. Thank you.

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Jason Chinnian “Jay Cee” There Was A Time Productions

8 months ago

Absolutely brilliant educational animal / theme park on the outskirts of York, with stunning function room and supporting facilities like bar and cafe. There are life-size trains too. Plenty of free parking. Fab day out. Highly recommended and will use it again.

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Gr3at White

9 months ago

Museum of farming with lots of farming equipment. Definitely a great place to visit with kids as there are two replica villages - a roman fort and and a viking village. Would suggest to visit on the weekend as during the midweek there can be school groups. Dog friendly place.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026