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 […]

The North York Moors is brimming with amazing things to do with children, and lots of them are free. Enjoy a day packed with adventures without spending a penny: explore family-friendly walking trails, see majestic waterfalls and ancient ruins, keep an eye out for wildlife and visit villages that are straight out of the storybooks. […]

Well, this is exciting! As if we weren’t already spoilt for choice for things to do with kids in York, a brand new escape room has opened and it sounds fab. Candy Chaos at Star Street Escapes is the brainchild of the team behind the fantastic Star Street Salon, York’s only dedicated hairdressers for children, […]

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

York Festival of Ideas is back for 2024 and promises to spark children’s imaginations with lots of FREE and fun hands-on activities (including the Little Vikings I Spy Trail as a recommended free family activity!). The Festival continues to inspire and nurture young people’s creativity and curiosity with events ranging from nature activities to an […]

Epic news for art lovers young and old: Claude Monet’s incredible waterlilies are coming York Art Gallery this spring as part of a new exhibition! The iconic painting, ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the centrepiece of an exhibition that will bring together key loans from regional and national institutions and a large-scale commission by contemporary […]

Head to York Theatre Royal this June (13th to 15th) for another delightful adaptation of a beloved book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book! Charlie loves reading.  Especially books about pirates.  But his sister hates it – it’s boring!  Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun?  Perhaps if she read […]

If there’s one place you must visit on your trip to York, it’s the famous Shambles. It’s a street steeped in history that parents will love, but there are also plenty of magical reasons that children will adore it too. Take a look at our ultimate guide to the Shambles in York to find out […]

York Georgian Festival returns for the second year, with lots of exciting collaborations between some of the city’s much-loved museums, venues and historical experts. It takes place from Thursday 1 August until Sunday 4th August 2024  and once again, there’ll be family-friendly events to enjoy and many can be booked now. Here’s a look at […]

Big news, Potter fans! York’s iconic Shambles is already a must-visit for fans of all things wizard-related, and it’s set to get even more magical with the opening of a brand new attraction that sounds amazing for families. Set to open in July 2024, The Potions Academy is the brainchild of Ben Fry and Phil […]

This May half-term, all you need is faith, trust and pixie dust! Head to Mother Shipton’s from 25th May to the 2nd June and step into the enchanting world of Peter Pan with ‘Lost Boys’. Embark on an adventure like no other as you explore themed displays inspired by the wild children from the beloved story of […]

The ever-popular Bishy Road Street Party returns on Sunday 9th June 2024, which is a great excuse to head along to York’s award-winning high street. There’ll be live music, food stalls, children’s entertainment and a lovely atmosphere. Admission is free! Here’s what’s happening: Bishopthorpe Road car park will be closed for entertainment, so it’s a […]

It’s that time of year again! The city will be a rainbow of colour for York Pride 2024, and it’s firmly family-friendly. The free event, which celebrates expression, acceptance and awareness for the LGBTQ+ community, takes place on Saturday 1st June with a variety of activities throughout the day. The parade route starts at York […]

The month of May promises big-time fun, rain or shine, with exciting activities kicking off the summer of sport early at Oxygen York. Joining the hero crew guarantees a winning experience! Here’s what to expect during May half term at Oxygen: May half term in-park activities Book a regular Activeplay session during May half-term and […]

Deer Shed Festival is one of the best festivals in the country, and it just happens to be in North Yorkshire! Taking place from 26th to 29th July 2024, it’s an innovative family-friendly festival that’s been carefully designed to be a brilliant experience for all ages. Whether you love music, comedy, workshops, science, sports or […]

We’ve teamed up with our partner dentist Blossom Family Dental Care to bring you a great giveaway for National Smile Month! You can win a free White Beauty teeth whitening treatment (subject to oral health assessment), worth £360 AND a children’s electric toothbrush and the chance to visit the toothbrushing station if they wish! To […]

Open every day for half term, 25th May to 2nd June, free to National Trust members and under-fives Enjoy an adventurous day out at Beningbrough this half term holiday. Explore the gardens and get involved with the Feathered friends trail or take part in a family craft activity (available on selected days). There’s space to […]

The iconic cathedral has announced Reclaimed from the Flames, a programme of events and activities to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the devastating fire at York Minster. In the early hours of Monday 9th July 1984, York Minster was struck by lightning and suffered one of the worst cathedral fires of modern times. The damage […]

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 […]

Although we’d always recommend staying longer if you can (or even moving to York permanently – the city was named the Best Place to Live by The Sunday Times, after all!) – you can do a lot of great things in York with kids in just a weekend or short trip. But where to start? […]