City Screen Picturehouse, 13–17 Coney Street, YO1 9QL – Visit the City Screen website

Looking for a unique, family-friendly experience? Visit Curlew Fields Dairies, where fresh milk is always available from our self-serve milk/milkshake vending machine! Open daily from 6.30am to 6.30pm, choose from six rotating milkshake flavours each week and enjoy your drink in eco-friendly reusable glass bottles or grab-and-go cups — the perfect treat!

Craving something sweet? Stop by our cosy café to indulge in our homemade ice cream, made fresh in over 100 amazing flavours. Try it on cones, in tubs, or even on fluffy waffles! Pair your treat with a barista-style coffee or one of our tasty homemade bakes. Bring the whole family and enjoy the ultimate dairy experience!

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Curlew Fields Dairies, New Rd, Hessay, York YO26 8JS – Visit the Curlew Fields website

Book for York’s only walking tour specifically created for families and children. Spellbinding magic, comedy and five-star family fun guaranteed! Little Vikings Awards Winner Best Tour 2023, 2024 and 2025 and 3rd Best Family Experience in the World (TripAdvisor Best of the Best). Book at www.wizardwalkofyork.com

Terms and Conditions

– Little Vikings Family Card must be shown (collect your free card from the Visit York Information Centre)
– Code not valid on Private Tours, Bird of Prey Experiences, Wizard Afternoon Teas or Gift Voucher sales
– All tours subject to availability, early booking recommended

Led by Principal, Nik Briggs, our tutors are all professionally trained and continue to work within the industry, meaning the training your child receives is up-to-date, relevant and of the highest standards. Alongside our award-winning stage school classes, we also offer LAMDA, jazz, ballet and tap dance classes.

YORKIE PUDS (18 MONTHS – 3 YEARS)
Our structured and theme-varying toddler classes will immerse our youngest stars in a world of positive creativity that will help them develop the skills they need to truly rise.

TODDLER DANCE (18 MONTHS+)
We will introduce our toddlers to the world of ballet and tap technique, starting off with ballet before switching our shoes for the second half of the class, where we’ll be tapping our toes and immersing the children into a world of rhythm and sound.

KIDS DANCE (4-6 YEARS)
This class instils technique in our young dancers in a fun environment. Focusing on ballet and musical theatre dance technique, students will be introduced to the fundamental elements of these disciplines through a range of exciting and engaging activities.

Key information 

Ages – 18 months to 18 years

Email – info@yorkstageschool.com 

Website – www.yorkstageschool.com 

Tel – 07584048030

Based at – Theatre@41, Monkgate

Days – Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays

Mention Little Vikings for a FREE aquanatal class worth £9!

Swimming at York Sport Village 

York Sport Village is proud to offer not one but two fantastic swimming pools, open to both members and the local community! Our competition-standard, 8-lane Main Pool (25m) is one of the best in the region—perfect for serious lane swimmers or a refreshing few lengths after a gym session. Our 18m Small Pool provides a welcoming space for beginners and families to learn, play, and build confidence in the water. We offer swimming lessons in both pools, including our award-winning swim scheme, designed for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique, our expert instructors are here to help.

Both pools are open to the public daily, with convenient access to cubicle changing rooms, lockers, and showers. Hairdryers are also available for your convenience. If you’re not swimming, relax at York Sport Café, located next to reception, offering a great view of the pool—perfect for those who prefer to stay dry while others take a dip!

Cycling at York Sport Village 

York Sport Village offers a range of cycling experiences suitable for all ages and abilities. Their facilities include a 1km floodlit closed-road cycle circuit, providing a safe and traffic-free environment for riders to develop their skills and confidence.

They offer:

● Family Cycling – Open sessions where families can ride together in a safe space.

● Inclusive Cycling – Sessions designed for individuals with additional needs, using adapted bikes and expert support. ● 1:1 Learn to Ride Lessons – Tailored coaching to help children and adults gain confidence on two wheels. ● Roller Skiing – A unique cross-training experience on wheels, perfect for building endurance and technique.

Junior Triathlon 

York Sport is home to a thriving Junior Triathlon Club, offering weekly swim, bike, and run training sessions for young athletes. Whether your child is a beginner or an experienced triathlete, their sessions provide a fun and supportive environment to develop their skills. They also offer Junior Triathlon Day Camps during school holidays for those looking for an exciting challenge!

Birthday Parties at York Sport Village

Make your child’s birthday one to remember with a Footy Party or Splash Party at York Sport!

● Footy Party (Football!) – Enjoy exclusive use of the 5-a-side football pitch, with options for free play or structured games run by a party host.

● Splash Party (Swimming!) – Have a blast in the small pool with a variety of pool toys, plus the option of a host to organise fun water games.

Both packages include studio space for food and celebrations, with options for party invitations and certificates.

Call: 01904 325751

Website: https://www.york-sport.com/ 

Email: activities@york-sport.com

York Leisure Centre at York Stadium has an amazing Clip N Climb arena featuring 20 climbing challenges. These exciting state-of-the-art climbing wall systems create fun experiences for all abilities in a safe, supervised environment, from ages 4 and up. It’s great fun and ideal for a birthday party for active kids.

Gold Package 

Exclusive 1 hour Arena Hire for up to 20 participants

Saturday and Sundays – 11:20 – 12:20, 14:10 – 15:10, 16:30 – 17:30:  £210.00

Fridays 16:45 – 17:45:  £210.00

Additional Extras

• Leap of faith open throughout the hour £25
• Party Food

Silver Package 

Shared session (not exclusive) 1-hour session for up to 12 participants £136 Saturdays and Sundays 9:00 to 10:00.

Additional Extras

• Leap of faith open throughout the hour £25
• Party Food

To book please visit the website or download the App ‘BETTER UK’

For more information please email Yorkstadium@GLL.ORG

For a five star hotel, The Grand, York, is surprisingly family-friendly. The Grand provides the perfect backdrop for families when visiting York. With an ideal city centre location just a five to ten-minute walk from all of York’s top attractions, families will be able to explore famous cobbled streets and learn about York’s famous history. The Grand offers a host of family packages and services to ensure the whole family enjoy a true home away from home experience.

There are family rooms, children’s menus, children’s afternoon tea and even Parent and Child cookery classes at the adjoining Cookery School at The Grand.

The Grand, York, Station Rise, North Yorkshire, YO1 6GD – Visit the website of The Grand, York

The Magic Hatter brings his award-winning entertainment to the streets, with The Wizard Walk of York. Click to book online

Magic, mystery, comedy and excitement plus a dash of York’s history…the ingredients for a truly unforgettable experience for all the family!

Join The Wizard of York on a quest to find magical creatures as we wand-er the alleys and snickelways of this enchanting city. A wonderfully whimsical tour that wizard fans will go Potty for!

Ideal for children aged 5-10 in particular, or bigger kids with a silly sense of humour and passion for the wizarding world! A truly magical alternative to the many ghost walks in the city – no spooky ghosts, no scary stories…The Wizard Walk focuses on FUN over frights!

Add to the magic with a Wizard Wand Kit. A handcrafted wand and instructions for seven tricks that young witches and wizards can learn at home. Includes a FREE printable certificate!

Walks run on selected evenings, starting from the bottom of The Shambles. Pre-booking required.

To check availability and book online visit the wizarding website at www.wizardwalkofyork.com

Private Tours

Magic Hatter Entertainments have over 10 years experience delivering magical, memorable birthdays – and now offers Wizard Walks for spellbinding parties too. Private bookings are available for birthdays, schools, rainbows, beavers and more.

You can follow at www.facebook.com/wizardwalkofyork and www.instagram.com/wizardwalkofyork for all the latest magical news, updates and special offers!

Visit –  www.wizardwalkofyork.com for more details

Email – info@wizardwalkofyork.com

Facebook – www.facebook.com/wizardwalkofyork

Instagram – www.instagram.com/wizardwalkofyork

Twitter – www.twitter.com/wizardwalkyork

A spellbinding birthday party in York that wizard fans will go Potty for…

The Magic Hatter has over 10 years of experience delivering magical, memorable parties – and is three times winner of York’s best birthday party entertainer (Little Vikings Awards)

As The Wizard of York, he takes to the streets on a quest to find magical creatures. Explore this enchanting city on a one-hour walking tour packed with magic, mystery, comedy, interaction and a dash of York’s history.

“Isaac had such a magical time – ‘best birthday party ever’ apparently and it’s been the talk of the class this week!” – R. Brown

Add to the magic with Wizard Wand Kits – a handcrafted wand, instructions for seven tricks and a printable certificate! The birthday child gets one free, and additional Wand Kits are available as a great alternative to party bags (something the party guests will actually use!)

Public tours run regularly, and private bookings are also available for school groups, rainbows, beavers and more…

Visit –  www.wizardwalkofyork.com for more details

Email – info@wizardwalkofyork.com

Facebook – www.facebook.com/wizardwalkofyork

Instagram – www.instagram.com/wizardwalkofyork