Welcome to Outdoor Exploring Family

Find Your Next UK Adventure

Getting outdoors is one of the simplest ways to lift your mindset and improve wellbeing. At Outdoor Exploring Family we share easy walks, stunning waterfalls and family-friendly days out across the North East, the Lake District and North Yorkshire. You’ll also find UK Holiday ideas, dog-friendly tips and guides to make exploring easier.

Places to visit

The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, County Durham — iconic French-style building featured in Outdoor Exploring Family’s North East guide

North East

Family walks, waterfalls, coastal days out and outdoor adventures across County Durham, Northumberland and beyond.

Scenic view of Brothers Water surrounded by fells in the Lake District — peaceful family walking spot

North West

Family walks, waterfalls and viewpoints in Cumbria’s best loved national park.

Waterfall at Keld in the Yorkshire Dales — hidden spot for family walks and outdoor adventures

North Yorkshire

Waterfall walks, rolling dales and family adventures across the Yorkshire countryside, from hidden valleys to scenic viewpoints.

Colourful beach huts at Coldingham Bay in Scotland — family holiday and seaside escape destination

UK Holidays

Family breaks and outdoor escapes around the UK, with tips on where to stay and what to explore while you’re there.

We're always out exploring and constantly adding new walks, waterfalls, family attractions, and hidden gems across the North East, North West, and North Yorkshire – so keep checking back for fresh ideas! We know, that’s a lot of ‘North’... but we really do love it up here!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are we

We’re a nature loving family who simply enjoys getting outside whether it’s hiking a new trail, exploring hidden gems, or just soaking up the fresh air. We believe the outdoors is for everyone, and through our adventures, we hope to encourage others to step outside, explore more, and enjoy the simple joy of nature.

Do you earn money from the links on this site?

Sometimes we include affiliate links to things we genuinely use and recommend. If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps cover the cost of running the website and keeps us exploring and sharing more adventures. 

A quick note on holiday homes: we don’t charge owners to be featured here, and we don’t take commission on bookings. We simply love sharing beautiful places that help families explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Where are you located?

We’re a Northern family who feel lucky to have so many beautiful places right on our doorstep! Most of our adventures take us around the Lake District, Teesdale, Northumberland, and up into the Scottish Borders but we’re always up for exploring somewhere new.

We’re just a normal family  Mum, Dad, our two children and our dog  who love getting outside together. From waterfalls and woodland walks to coastal days out and mountain views, we’ve found that exploring the outdoors always lifts our mood and brings us closer as a family.

This site is simply our way of sharing those adventures with you. Inside you’ll find easy walks, hidden gems, and family-friendly days out across the North East, the Lake District, North Yorkshire and beyond complete with handy tips like parking postcodes and simple directions.

We hope our pages make it easier for you to step outside, explore new places, and enjoy the mental boost that comes from time in nature.

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