Welcome to Little Vikings Great Yorkshire Family Escapes! Looking for the perfect family-friendly getaway in Yorkshire? You’re in the right place! Over the next few months, we’ll share the best places to stay in Yorkshire with kids, from family hotels on the Yorkshire Coast to child-friendly stays in the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales, and […]

Don’t let the rain stop play! There are plenty of things to do on a rainy day in York, and these are some of the best indoor activities, whether you fancy visiting an attraction, losing yourselves in a movie or getting creative and making something lovely to take home with you. Rainy days in York […]

The very best things to do in York with kids Discover the best family-friendly adventures in and around York York is one of the UK’s most family-friendly cities, with activities, hands-on museums and outdoor adventures galore. From dinosaurs to Vikings, chocolate-makers to history-shapers, York is bursting with unforgettable things to do with kids. Whether you’re […]

Easter on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway is shaping up to be something special thisyear. Whether you’re after adventure, creativity, or simply a magical day out with thelittle ones, there’s plenty happening across the railway to keep every young explorerentertained. We’re also offering a free child place with every paying adult, plus reduced ratesthroughout the […]

Looking for a day out that’s packed with adventure, history, and plenty to keep the kids entertained? Eden Camp Modern History Museum in Malton, North Yorkshire is unlike any museum you’ve ever visited. Set inside a real Second World War prisoner of war camp, it’s the kind of place where history doesn’t just sit behind […]

Saturday 28 March – Sunday 12 April 2026 This Easter in York, get involved in family-friendly activities at York Castle Museum inspired by York’s Chocolate Festival, celebrating the city’s chocolate heritage, past and present. Whether you’re travelling to York for a day out during the school holidays, or want to take a break from everyday […]

Looking for a fun and educational family activity this Easter? Head to DIG in York for a hands-on experience where children can become archaeologists for the day! Your family can also experience the interactive exhibition inspired by the world of dragons, perfect for curious young explorers aged 5–12. Dig for Hidden Treasures At DIG, children […]

Attention, LEGO® fans! This Easter (Monday 6 – Saturday 11 April 2026), York Minster is inviting families to get hands-on with history in the most creative way possible. Teaming up with LEGO® artist Warren Elsmore, you can help recreate the magnificent medieval shrine of St William of York, one brick at a time. How fun […]

Fancy a family meal out in York without breaking the bank? York Restaurant Week is back in its new two-week format from 9th to 22nd March 2026, and it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy eating out as a family or booking a babysitter for a cheeky night out. With more than 100 restaurants, cafés, pubs […]

Rainy day? Post-swim treat? Somewhere warm and welcoming to let them burn off steam? The brand new mini soft play at Energise Leisure Centre is now open and ready for action. Designed especially for younger children, this bright, two-storey indoor play space is a safe, fun place for them to crawl/slide/run off some energy. It’s […]

Easter school holidays in York 2026 – Easter in York takes place from 27th March to 13th April 2026 Spring is in the air, and Easter in York is bursting with fun things to do. Whether you’re searching for the biggest and best Easter egg hunts in York, excited to meet newborn lambs or want […]

Easter just got a whole lot more exciting, with a fufilled spring day out just a short drive away. William’s Den is back with their epic Easter Adventures event, and it’s packed with fun spring activities and epic indoor and outdoor adventure play that kids of all ages will love, including: 🌼 William’s Easter Show […]

Free family day out alert! From March 17th to 15th 2026, National Lottery Open Week returns, offering families in York an amazing chance to explore various attractions for free or at a discount. This annual event is a thank you to National Lottery players, whose contributions support numerous good causes across the UK. Here are […]

Tumble down the rabbit hole into an Easter Wonderland at Mother Shipton’s, an award-winning attraction voted the Best Magical Experience in the York area. EGG-splore the enchanting woodland, transformed into a springtime dream with EGG-stravagant Easter scenes inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Join the Mad Hatter at his wonderfully silly immersive Tea Party, where mischief […]

With Mother’s Day fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the amazing mums and mother figures in our lives. Whether you’re looking for unique Mother’s Day gift ideas, the best places for afternoon tea in York, or fun family-friendly days out, there are plenty of ways to make the day special. While a homemade […]

Forestry England is waving its wand over Dalby Forest this winter, with the launch of a brand new Room on the Broom Trail! Based on the much-loved Julia Donaldson picture book, Room on the Broom, this lovely new woodland trail has been created to celebrate the story’s 25th anniversary, and it’s the perfect excuse to […]

The Little Vikings Awards 2026 winners announced! What better way to kick off the new year than celebrating the very best that York has to offer for families? Once again, you voted in your thousands (thank you!) and now we’re delighted to reveal the Little Vikings Awards winners 2026, sponsored by Indie York. Now in […]

The JORVIK Viking Festival returns this February! York will be taken over by Viking warriors from Monday 16th February to Sunday 22nd February 2026. The world-renowned festival features living history encampments, workshops, tours, traditional crafts, feasts, family events, evening entertainment, and dramatic combat performances. This year’s Festival has so much for adults and children alike, […]

If you’re looking for a lovely day out on the Yorkshire Coast this year, here’s a two-location trip with double the joy: a spot of seal-spotting at Ravenscar followed by a meander around the pretty seaside village of Robin Hood’s Bay. It’s an area that can get busy during the warmer months, so we wrapped […]

York Residents Festival is the annual opportunity for York residents to explore their city for free (or a lot less) and it’s back for 2026! Taking place on Saturday 31st January and 1st February 2026, it’s just what we need to look forward to at the end of the bleakest time of the year. As […]