Activities in East Yorkshire

With its diverse terrain spanning rolling hills, deep fishing lakes, and a dramatic coastline, East Yorkshire is a magnificent destination for an active holiday. Perfectly situated just outside Beverley, Broadgate Farm Cottages provides the ultimate base where you will never be at a loose end.

Staying at our luxury farm lets you enjoy the best of both worlds – a peaceful country retreat to recharge your batteries, alongside a thrilling choice of high energy sports and unique outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.

couple cycling in dalby forest
Golf course on a sunny day
Yachts getting ready to go to sea
couple walking large dogs at burton agnes
sightseeing boat by the chalk cliffs at flamborough
a couple shopping in Beverley

Plan Your Perfect Itinerary

We want to make planning your holiday as easy and stress free as possible. To tempt you with the incredible local offerings, we send a comprehensive digital guidebook straight to your inbox just before your arrival, and a large physical information file packed with extra ideas awaits you inside your holiday property.

Every single activity listed is within easy driving distance of our farm, ensuring you can maximize your time spent enjoying the great outdoors.

file with maps in for walks or cycling

Golfing and Exceptional Lake Fishing

Sports enthusiasts will find excellent facilities located just a short distance from our gate. You can walk directly from the farm to the historic fairways at Beverley and East Riding Golf Club, and a wealth of other premier courses are scattered across the region.

The area also boasts superb freshwater fishing spots, including the beautiful Risby Park Lakes located just two miles away, which offer excellent coarse fishing across multiple well stocked waters in a scenic valley setting. You can also try peaceful fly fishing along the crystal clear chalk streams of Driffield Beck. If you wish to spend a day angling during your stay, simply let us know and we will gladly send you the details to book your spot ahead.

four men about to play golf

Animal encounters

Animal lovers will find plenty of memorable experiences close to Broadgate Farm. Families can meet friendly farm animals at Honeysuckle Farm near Hornsea, while local alpaca walking experiences offer a wonderful way to enjoy the countryside with a rather unusual companion.

Adults can get close to the gentle Highland cattle at Dumble Farm, where farmer led experiences include cow cuddling, safaris and wildlife tours. Birdwatchers can also enjoy spotting wildlife around our own farm or visit the excellent Yorkshire Wildlife Trust nature reserves found across East Yorkshire.

alpaca with a lead on

Water Sports and Adrenaline Adventures

If your interests lie on or under the water, the region features incredible aquatic facilities. You can try scuba diving, enjoy high speed jet skiing and water skiing on local action lakes, or opt for a relaxing afternoon renting a rowing boat on the peaceful mere at Hornsea.

For thrill seekers looking to take to the skies, the Wolds Gliding Club at Pocklington offers unforgettable trial glider flights and short pilot training courses over the Wolds. The surrounding countryside also hosts exciting venues for parachuting, skydiving, clay pigeon shooting, archery, and motocross.

Hornsea mere an inland lake

Spectator Sports and Trackside Excitement

For those who prefer to relax and watch elite sport, the region offers an exceptional calendar of events. Beverley Racecourse is located less than two miles from our cottages, hosting thrilling afternoon and evening race fixtures throughout the summer season.

Across the region, you can watch fast paced live matches spanning premier league football, rugby league, and ice hockey tournaments.

Horses racing

Coastal Safaris and Family Discoveries

The nearby shoreline offers brilliant coastal excursions for all generations. You can book an exhilarating sea safari boat trip from Bridlington harbour to view the cliffs from the water, or take a trip across the moving sands at Spurn Point.

For a fantastic family day out, children can enjoy rockpooling and guided beach safaris hosted by the team at the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Living Seas Centre at Flamborough, before returning to the farm to unwind by the fire.

children playing near rockpools

Stay in an Action Packed Destination

Broadgate Farm Holiday Cottages provide the ideal base for your active getaway, offering spacious barn conversions with private enclosed gardens and cosy woodburning stoves to relax in after a busy day out. Our dog friendly and accessible layouts ensure that every member of your group enjoys their stay. Explore our cottages today and start planning your perfect, activity filled holiday in East Yorkshire.

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comfortable sitting room in the Forge at Broadgate Farm Cottages
cosy wood burning stove

Looking for somewhere to visit?

Make the most of your time at Broadgate Farm, with plenty to see and do across Beverley and East Yorkshire. Lots to do on the doorstep and some great ideas for days out.