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	<title>Polly Bennett | Little Vikings - York for Kids</title>
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		<title>York Ghost Merchants</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/shopping/york-ghost-merchants/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:25:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>York Ghost Merchants is one of the most wonderfully unusual shops in York, celebrating the city’s famously spooky past. Tucked away on the Shambles, it specialises in beautifully handcrafted ghosts, each one made using traditional methods and British materials. Every ghost is completely unique, making them a brilliant souvenir or gift for kids. Warning &#8211; [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>York Ghost Merchants is one of the most wonderfully unusual shops in York, celebrating the city’s famously spooky past. Tucked away on the Shambles, it specialises in beautifully handcrafted ghosts, each one made using traditional methods and British materials. Every ghost is completely unique, making them a brilliant souvenir or gift for kids. Warning &#8211; it is POPULAR! If you&#8217;d like to try to get hold of your own ghost, go early and prepare to queue!</p>
<p><strong>📍 York Ghost Merchants, 6 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ &#8211; <a href="https://www.yorkghostmerchants.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the website</a></strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/shopping/york-ghost-merchants/">York Ghost Merchants</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Stonegate Teddy Bears</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:50:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Stonegate Teddy Bears is a magical little shop in the heart of York, tucked inside a charming 15th-century building. A firm favourite with families since 1990, it’s filled with beautiful bears and cuddly companions from much-loved brands including Jellycat, Steiff, Charlie Bears and Bukowski, alongside unique creations from bear artists around the world. It’s the [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stonegate Teddy Bears is a magical little shop in the heart of York, tucked inside a charming 15th-century building. A firm favourite with families since 1990, it’s filled with beautiful bears and cuddly companions from much-loved brands including Jellycat, Steiff, Charlie Bears and Bukowski, alongside unique creations from bear artists around the world. It’s the kind of place children won’t want to leave.</p>
<p><strong>📍Stonegate Teddy Bears, 6 Stonegate, York YO1 8AS &#8211; <a href="https://www.stonegateteddybears.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOoo7X7V6FbSiM_sfQY7iLBxOXb7Nlbv-FO6fyjXaATU_cTKMcGLR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the website</a></strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/shopping/stonegate-teddy-bears/">Stonegate Teddy Bears</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Criminally Good Books</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:19:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Criminally Good Books is a brilliant independent bookshop in York near the Shambles, dedicated to crime fiction and true crime. Now well established on York’s indie scene, it’s packed with gripping reads, beautiful editions and thoughtful gifts, including a great selection for children and young mystery fans. Friendly, welcoming and carefully curated, it’s a must-visit [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Criminally Good Books is a brilliant independent bookshop in York near the Shambles, dedicated to crime fiction and true crime. Now well established on York’s indie scene, it’s packed with gripping reads, beautiful editions and thoughtful gifts, including a great selection for children and young mystery fans. Friendly, welcoming and carefully curated, it’s a must-visit for families as well as grown-up crime lovers.</p>
<p><strong>📍 Totally Awesome, 14 Colliergate, York YO1 8BP &#8211; <a href="https://criminallygoodbooks.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the website</a></strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/shopping/criminally-good-books/">Criminally Good Books</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Save up to 30% at The York Dungeon</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/family_card/york-dungeon-discount/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:18:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The York Dungeon brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages and scenes. It is a highly sensory experience with dark spaces, jump scares, loud noises, flashing lights, pungent smells, water sprays, air blasts and jump scares. Our guests also have the opportunity through random selection to become part of the show. We love [&#8230;]</p>
The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/family_card/york-dungeon-discount/">Save up to 30% at The York Dungeon</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The York Dungeon brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages and scenes.</p>
<p>It is a highly sensory experience with dark spaces, jump scares, loud noises, flashing lights, pungent smells, water sprays, air blasts and jump scares. Our guests also have the opportunity through random selection to become part of the show. We love it. We know you will too!</p>
<p>The York Dungeon is recommended for<strong> children aged 8 and above</strong>, however, entry is at the discretion of the parent/guardian.* It does get very dark inside and there are lots of loud noises. Please be aware if you need to leave the attraction during a tour, unfortunately, your ticket/s will be non-refundable.</p>
<p><strong>How to Redeem:</strong></p>
<p>&#8211; Discount is applied automatically when clicking the following link: <a href="https://www.thedungeons.com/york/?promocode=L1ttl3V1k1n65" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.thedungeons.com/york/?promocode=L1ttl3V1k1n65</a></p>
<p>&#8211; Please note you will need to <strong>show your Little Vikings Family Card</strong> when your tickets are scanned at the York Dungeon admissions entrance.</p>
<p>&#8211; Alternatively, if you have not pre-booked you can also access the same discount rate available online by <strong>showing your Little Vikings Family Card at admissions,</strong> subject to availability. For the best choice of date and timeslots they recommend that you do pre-book.</p>
<p><strong>York Dungeon, 12 Clifford Street, York, YO1 9RD </strong></p>
<p>For facilities and accessibility information go to <a href="https://www.thedungeons.com/york/plan-your-visit/before-you-visit/facilities-and-accessibility/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.thedungeons.com/york/plan-your-visit/before-you-visit/facilities-and-accessibility/</a></p>
<p><strong>*Children under 5 years old will not be permitted to enter.</strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/family_card/york-dungeon-discount/">Save up to 30% at The York Dungeon</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>The Bar Convent Guest House</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/places-to-stay/bar-convent-guest-house-york/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:32:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a unique getaway? Enjoy a stay in the UK’s oldest living convent! The Bar Convent guest house is set within The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre, the most fascinating historic house in York and even has its own exhibition on site. Just a five minute walk from York Train Station and situated in [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a unique getaway? Enjoy a stay in the UK’s oldest living convent!</p>
<p>The Bar Convent guest house is set within The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre, the most fascinating historic house in York and even has its own exhibition on site. Just a five minute walk from York Train Station and situated in the shadow of the royal entrance to the city, Micklegate Bar, the location is perfect for exploring all that York has to offer. Visitors with children receive a free activity booklet for exploring the history of the house. Book directly to receive a free cooked breakfast included in your stay!</p>
<p><strong>The Bar Convent Heritage Centre, 17 Blossom Street, York, YO24 1AQ &#8211; <a href="https://barconvent.co.uk/guesthouse/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the website</a></strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/places-to-stay/bar-convent-guest-house-york/">The Bar Convent Guest House</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Oat and raisin cookies</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:04:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>This is a great go-to recipe when you&#8217;d like to fill your biscuit tin with something simple but tasty. This recipe makes a good amount of cookies, so should keep you going a while.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a great go-to recipe when you&#8217;d like to fill your biscuit tin with something simple but tasty. This recipe makes a good amount of cookies, so should keep you going a while.</p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/oat-and-raisin-cookies/">Oat and raisin cookies</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Pizza Christmas Tree</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:37:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Short on time but feeling festive? If you&#8217;ve got a box of puff pastry in the fridge, this is so easy and looks like you&#8217;ve made more effort than you have.</p>
The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/pizza-christmas-tree/">Pizza Christmas Tree</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Short on time but feeling festive? If you&#8217;ve got a box of puff pastry in the fridge, this is so easy and looks like you&#8217;ve made more effort than you have.</p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/pizza-christmas-tree/">Pizza Christmas Tree</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Chocolate cornflake wreaths</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/chocolate-cornflake-wreaths/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:19:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>As well as being a nice, easy activity to do with your kids over Christmas, these cornflake wreaths look great and taste good too.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As well as being a nice, easy activity to do with your kids over Christmas, these cornflake wreaths look great and taste good too.</p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/chocolate-cornflake-wreaths/">Chocolate cornflake wreaths</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Chocolate Orange cookies</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/chocolate-orange-cookies/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:11:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Who doesn&#8217;t love a Chocolate Orange? These cookies are absolutely delicious, really easy and dangerously moreish.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Who doesn&#8217;t love a Chocolate Orange? These cookies are absolutely delicious, really easy and dangerously moreish.</p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/recipes/chocolate-orange-cookies/">Chocolate Orange cookies</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Sheriff Alpacas &#8211; Alpaca Walks and Experiences Near York</title>
		<link>https://little-vikings.co.uk/attraction/sheriff-alpacas-york/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Polly Bennett]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:34:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Howdy 🤠 We are an alpaca farm based on an organic farm just outside of Strensall, York. Surrounded by rolling fields &#38; woodland where you can “mosey on down” for the ultimate Alpaca experiences. We offer a range of experiences from our farm open for coffee &#38; light bites every Friday 10am-1pm to walking &#38; seasonal experiences [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Howdy 🤠<br />
We are an alpaca farm based on an organic farm just outside of Strensall, York.</p>
<p>Surrounded by rolling fields &amp; woodland where you can “mosey on down” for the ultimate Alpaca experiences.</p>
<p>We offer a range of experiences from our farm open for coffee &amp; light bites every Friday 10am-1pm to walking &amp; seasonal experiences in the peaceful surroundings.We love talking anything alpaca so you will have the perfect opportunity to learn everything alpaca. 🦙</p>
<p>Visit our little shop after your experience for a perfect opportunity to stock up on those woolly, warm garments. From hats, gloves, keyrings and yarn from our own alpacas fleeces in the farm. Our products are hand made with lots of love!</p>
<p>No matter your age, our sheriffs make unforgettable moments.</p>
<p>Sheriff Alpacas is the perfect place for families, friends and couples to come together and make memories that last a lifetime! 🦙</p>
<p><strong>Sheriff Alpacas, Goodness Farm, Sheriff Hutton Rd, Strensall, York YO32 5TP &#8211; <a href="https://www.sheriffalpacaexperience.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the website</a></strong></p>The post <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk/attraction/sheriff-alpacas-york/">Sheriff Alpacas – Alpaca Walks and Experiences Near York</a> first appeared on <a href="https://little-vikings.co.uk">Little Vikings - York for Kids</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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