Whether you’re looking for swimming lessons, drama classes, art classes, forest schools or any other class in York for your children, you’ll find our pick of the best in the Classes in York area of our website. You’ll find options for every day of the week and for all ages and interests. Click here to […] ...
Time to run off some energy? There are loads of great places in York for active fun and games, from ninja warrior courses to trampoline parks, golf ranges and clip’n’climb. Take a look at our pick of the best and you’re almost guaranteed an uninterrupted night’s sleep! Click here to see our guide to the […] ...
A landmark contemporary art exhibition comes to York this summer, as the Aesthetica Art Prize marks its 20th anniversary with a showcase at York Art Gallery. Shortlisted artists from across the globe present work spanning photography, film, digital media and installation, exploring themes of nature, identity, cultural memory and wellbeing. It’s a thought-provoking show for […] ...
There are lots of fun things to do in and around York with kids all year round, Have a look at our things to do for free, places with free child admission, places that you only need to pay to park and attractions where your ticket is valid for a year so your money goes […] ...
Take your little Vikings to discover York’s Viking legacy at the award-winning JORVIK Viking Centre. Hop aboard the time capsule to 10th-century York, and take in the sights, sounds and even the smells – including rotting fish and cabbages – of the Viking Age city. Dig deeper into the Viking story of York by getting […] ...
Discover York’s hidden corners with our brand-new Snickelways & Silly Street Names Trail, following the success of the Little Vikings I Spy Trail (as recommended by The Sunday Times). This free, family-friendly walking trail takes you through York’s maze of magical snickelways and very silly street names, from Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate to Nether Hornpot Lane! With fun […] ...
What happened in York before and after the Gunpowder Plot? This new exhibition takes families beyond the story of Guy Fawkes, with rare objects, lantern-triggered audio, costumes, games and crafts. It’s a chance to explore the city’s part in the plot together, in the Bar Convent itself. There’s a lovely café with a children’s menu […] ...
Families with children aged 2–11 are invited to discover more about Bootham Junior School during its Open Week, taking place from Monday 28th September to Friday 2nd October 2026. Visitors can choose a day and time that suits them and explore the school through a guided tour, discover Bootham’s exceptional pastoral care, meet Head Helen Todd and the […] ...
Join us at Waterstones York for our new weekly storytimes! At 11am every Wednesday we will be hosting a storytime in our children’s section. During half-terms and holidays, storytimes become daily, but outside of these dates we’ve decided to keep storytime going! Waterstones, 15 Coney St, York YO1 9QL ...
Whether you’re looking for swimming lessons, drama classes, art classes, forest schools or any other class in York for your children, you’ll find our pick of the best in the Classes in York area of our website. You’ll find options for every day of the week and for all ages and interests. Click here to […] ...
Time to run off some energy? There are loads of great places in York for active fun and games, from ninja warrior courses to trampoline parks, golf ranges and clip’n’climb. Take a look at our pick of the best and you’re almost guaranteed an uninterrupted night’s sleep! Click here to see our guide to the […] ...
A landmark contemporary art exhibition comes to York this summer, as the Aesthetica Art Prize marks its 20th anniversary with a showcase at York Art Gallery. Shortlisted artists from across the globe present work spanning photography, film, digital media and installation, exploring themes of nature, identity, cultural memory and wellbeing. It’s a thought-provoking show for […] ...
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