See Gyles Brandreth’s famous collection of teddy bears in their new Bear House in Newby Hall’s gardens this summer. Bring your own bear along to meet them too, but make sure you don’t leave them behind or there’ll be sleepless nights. While you’re there, don’t miss the miniature railway and ace adventure playground.
Newby Hall, Ripon, HG4 5AE – family ticket £33 (under 4s free)

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