The Yorkshire Hive — Attraction in Doncaster

A Buzzing Destination for All Ages, with Free Amphitheatre Shows!

Nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, The Yorkshire Hive is truly a gem that offers an impressive array of attractions for visitors of all ages. From delightful shops and cosy cafes to a thrilling Ferris wheel, Amphitheatre and a play barn for the kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and the daily amphitheatre shows are free, which is a huge bonus, especially for families or those on a budget.

The convenience of a large car park and public toilets makes for a stress-free visit, and the crowning jewel of this destination is undoubtedly the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, which provides a fantastic day out for families and animal lovers alike.

One of the standout features, is its vibrant community of shop owners. Each shop is staffed by friendly owner operators, knowledgeable individuals who excel in customer conversation and communication, making shopping here an enjoyable experience. It's refreshing to see such dedication to customer service in today's retail environment. We thoroughly enjoyed browsing through the boutiques, and it was a delight to interact with the passionate owners who take pride in their offerings.

As for the eateries, the cafes are charming and well worth a visit, but I have to give a particular shout-out to Cornerstone Gelato. Their ice cream is nothing short of dangerous—amazing flavours that will leave you two stone heavier! The staff are enthusiastic and persuasive, ensuring that you leave with a wider selection than you’d initially intended. It’s a testament to their excellent customer service; just be prepared to indulge a little too much!

However, there's potential for even more growth and enrichment at The Yorkshire Hive. Adding a few more small shops could enhance its appeal as a shopping destination, allowing retailers to support one another and create an inviting marketplace atmosphere. Perhaps the Yorkshire Wildlife Park could play a role in this development by offering discount coupons for small businesses in The Hive. Such initiatives would not only bolster the local economy but would also create a community-centric vibe that would attract repeat visitors. After all, every little bit helps, especially for small retailers trying to make their mark.

This is a must-visit destination that captivates with its diverse offerings and strong sense of community. We will certainly be returning, Thank you, Yorkshire Hive, for a...

Stayed at the Hive hotel “Hex” in August 22 for the Yorkshire nights concert. It was a very very expensive night out for my daughter and I. Firstly I booked a balcony room as the website said these rooms had views of the wildlife park. In my head I was dreaming of sounds of Jungle and waking up to the lions roaming in the morning sunlight! In reality we got non of this. Our view featured no animals - our view was the shops in the Hive.. and a building site. Our room was nicely done was small. It all just looked a bit ‘ikea’ and cheap looking. Breakfast was extra - so I booked breakfast, but then found out I couldn’t get hot chocolate for my daughter as part of our £20 per person breakfast! It was rubbish to be honest. So our room was £170 per night. Breakfast was £20 per person. No tickets were included. But the most annoying part was the 30-40 minute walk to the area where the concert was taking place. Through the safari park and on past the mucking out areas, the water treatment works which stink and the tons of mosquitoes. All in all it was a huge waste of money. Next time we go to the night time concert I’ll book the parking next to the concert site and a hotel up the road for 1/4...

The Hive is a series of shops of different themes, a welcome addition to the wildlife park and can be accessed free from outside the main park. There is also a animals themed hotel so you can stay and then visit the park. Haven't stayed in the hotel but looks amazing online.

Plenty of free parking although you might have to walk a little at busy times. The shops and restaurants are all new and high quality and a lovely place to browse and buy. There's a wide range of shops, restaurants and even a beauty salon, so lots to see. A good addition before or after seeing the park or even if you just fancy a shopping experience. Wheelchair friendly although the paths into the park are gravel so hopefully will be ok on a wet day etc. Toilets onside and right next to the kids indoor soft play facilities (entrance fee applies for use of soft play)

All in all a great place to see and right next to the new ferris wheel which gives an amazing view of the entire wildlife...