For the time being, life is going to change for us all. Some of the places we’re used to going, the classes we take our kids to and many of the things we were looking forward to are closing their doors for now, or are going to start operating their businesses differently so that they can survive these tricky times. Our hearts go out to each and every business affected.
Here is a summary of the family-friendly businesses in and around York that are changing the way that they do things for the time being. We will keep updating the list until things go back to normal, so do check back and let us know of any updates you are aware of. In. the meantime, please do continue to support local businesses in any way that you can so that they make it through to the other side.
Children’s classes
The children’s classes have had to adapt to the new situation, but they’ve done an amazing job with many of them going online. Take a look at these brilliant ways to keep your kids occupied.
Story Craft Theatre
Crafty Tales from Story Craft Theatre continues online soon. Follow Story Craft Theatre on Facebook for the latest
Hoglets York
Hoglets has gone online! Visit the Hoglets website for more info on fun classes for 2 – 5 year olds.
diddi Dance York
diddi dance York has gone online! Follow diddi dance York on Facebook for more online course details.
York Suzuki Early Childhood
York Suzuki Early Music classes are now online. Visit the York Suzuki Facebook page.
Yorkshire Rose Academy of Dance
Keep your eye on the YRAD Facebook page for details of online content.
Lingotot York
Lingtot York are working on their online content to keep kids learning languages during this time. Keep an eye on the Lingotot York Facebook page.
My Baby Can Dance York
Keep an eye out for online content. Follow the My Baby Can Dance York Facebook page for updates on online classes
Turtle Tots York
Classes are suspended. Live video streaming offered on the national Turtle Tots page. Follow the Turtle Tots York Facebook page for more details.
Yoga for Modern Life
Pregnancy and other yoga classes are now being held live via online platform, Zoom. Visit the Yoga For Modern Life Facebook page for more details.
Rhythm Time York
Enrolled customers can continue their Rhythm Time classes at home. Follow the Rhythm Time York Facebook page for more info.
Phonics Stars York
Classes are suspended for now but will continue online. Follow the Phonics Stars York Facebook page for more info.
Brightwater Swim School
All classes suspended with immediate effect. Follow the Brightwater Swim School Facebook page for more info.
ARTventurers York
Classes are postponed until further notice. Follow the Facebook page for the latest news.
Dinosaurs Love Fairy Cakes
All Dinosaurs Love Fairy Cakes classes are cancelled until further notice. Visit their Facebook page for news
Zoo Skate Park
The Zoo Skate Park is closed until further notice. Follow their Facebook page for further updates.
Pass the Party York
Eco-friendly provider of partyware, Pass the Party are suspending their party box hire for now. Follow Pass the Party on Facebook
Events
The following events have been cancelled or postponed:
- Micklegate Run Soapbox Challenge 2020
- Piglets Easter Eggstravaganza
- York Literature Festival 2020
- Living North
- York Open Studios 2020
- Springtime Live 2020
