In addition to our usual main attractions such as the Enchanted Forest, Giant Maze and all of the magic they hold within, we also have the following special events, exclusive to the Summer Adventure! Stockeld ROX – Tribute Music Festival – Show starts at 2pm Sunday 25th August – Taylor Swift – Bruno Mars – Spice...
For our Bank Holiday Family Fun day you can expect lots of FREE fun for the Children in our Course Enclosure including: Balloon Modelling Cup and Saucer Ride Barrel Train Ride Kiddie Cub Kart Bouncy Castles FREE admission into all enclosures to all children under 18 as long as they are accompanied by an adult....
26th Aug 2019 Planning is underway for one of Yorks biggest events the Micklegate Run Soapbox Challenge 2018 was such a brilliant day we thought we would do it all again, were you there, did you enter a cart or were you one of the 20,000 spectators who enjoyed the day with us ? If...
ROLL UP and join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. TREMBLE as she faces Matron Stinkingly Bottomly. THRILL as she discovers the squirrel house and Tanglefield’s Travelling Circus. GASP as she endures a night locked in the attic. QUAKE as she braves the scary streets of Victorian London and CHEER as she overcomes...
A free taster session (no pre-booking required) of our Phonics Stars York class, come and find out what our classes are all about and how they benefit both children and parents. St Wulstans Church, York, YO31 8SL T: 07707712453
Catherine Jacob, author of There's a Troll on My Toilet, is coming to Waterstones, York this Saturday! She’ll be doing interactive readings of There’s a Troll on My Toilet with lots of costumes to try on! There’ll be craft too. If you have children who are into funny, spooky tales, bring them along! This is...
Jobs and professions... Tombola, refreshments and trail maps available on the day at the Community Centre.
The 2019 scarecrow festival will take place over the weekend of 31st Aug / 1st Sept. The theme this year is 'Everything Disney'. We hope to see lots of Disney Classics, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars scarecrows around the village. Maps will be available to purchase from the village shop and the Black Horse pub....
Calling all pooches… grab your leads, drag along your owners and join us for ‘Paws for a Cause’ – our annual sponsored dog walk! You’ll receive a certificate for your kennel, a doggy bag and a bandana just for taking part. There's a 4 mile route or if you’re a puppy or have young handlers,...
Come along to this free festival to find: Minster FM Stage Savage Skills BMX Team The Cycle Airbag Police Bike Marking (free service) KMX Karts Junior Track Smoothie Maker Bike Doctor Circle Cycle Velodrome Kids Inflatables Electric Bike Retailer offering tryouts Rowntree Park YO231JQ
A day-long celebration of all things cycling - lots of fun for people of all ages and levels of cycling ability.
*** Tickets sell fast, don’t miss out! *** Tickets for our unique Christmas experience with Magical Sleigh Rides go on sale on 6th September! Taking place every day from 23rd November until 24th December, Christmas at Piglets is truly unforgettable. Check in at Elf Airlines and ride on Santa’s magical Sleigh through the twinkling Woodland...
We run train themed events and private parties for children. We will the room with lots of train track, trains, fancy dress, crafts, ride on trains, pop up tent and reading books. Our Christmas parties also include Christmas themed activities and a personalised bauble for each child. This is a pre-book event costing £6.50 (+£4 per...
An event just for parents...time for yourself to relax ...experience ‘Just Relax’ for adults. Also to gain some ideas and tips of how to incorporate Relax Kids into the home. A chance to look at the Relax Kids CD’s and books and ask any questions. £12 Find us on Facebook : Relax Kids York with...
The natural rhythm of a raceday allows plenty of time to get something to eat and drink as well as providing room for quality time with the family. A wide range of additional entertainments will ensure a happy day out for all ages. It naturally attracts a family crowd and remember that under 18’s go...
Magic Voices is a recently formed mixed choir of around 40 members who rehearse every week in York, and love singing a wide variety of pop music and musical theatre, from Les Miserables to The Greatest Showman, and lots more in-between! This is an outdoor event - bring something to sit on if you like....
A FREE workshop provided by the Royal Lifesaving Society, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, which aims to give those attending the confidence to cope in the unlikely event of a baby/young child emergency, such as stopping breathing, choking or drowning. Booking is essential through Linda on linda.nelson2704@gmail.com
Shrek the Musical Grand Opera House York It’s a big, bright, beautiful world as Shrek the Musical arrives in York for the first time ever. 12/09, 13/09, 14/09 (& matinee), 16/09, 17/09, 18/09, 19/09, 20/09 and 21/09 (& Matinee)
Heritage Open Days are taking place from 13th to the 22nd of September 2019. Different venues are opening different days so be sure to double check the dates as you plan your visits. Who doesn't need some FREE days out ideas after the Summer holidays?! Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and...
Happy Jays York - Picnic In The Park We will be holding a picnic in the park, on Saturday 14th September at Rawcliffe Country Park. Everybody is welcome to come along, family, friends and the local community. Bring along your picnic and enjoy an afternoon with Happy Jays Nursery. Staff from the nursery will be...
Annual fundraising Fun Day in memory of Philip Curtis. There will be: Rounders tournament, Tug of war, Cupcake decorating competitions, Pre-loved clothing stall, Tea, coffee and cake, BBQ, Various craft stalls, Bookstall, Tuck shop & more... This year we are raising funds for local charities. Archbishop of York's CE Junior School, Copmanthorpe Lane, Bishopthorpe, YO23 2QT
Fantastic family day out. 10 real ales, 10 specialist gins, Pimms and soft drinks. Face painting, BBQ, live music and much more! Prebook tickets: £8 Aldwark Arms, Aldwark, York, YO61 1UB T: 01347 838324
This workshop is delivered FREE by the Royal Lifesaving Society community instructors. Their aim is to give those attending the confidence and practical skills needed to cope in the unlikely event of a baby/young child emergency, such as choking, stopping breathing or drowning. The session lasts approx one and three quarters of an hour, giving...
Advertising Feature Thursday 19th – Sunday 22nd September 2019 7pm – 9.30pm For four nights only see Rievaulx Abbey in a whole new light as it’s flooded in bright, atmospheric colours. Ancient walls will become bathed in light as the sun sets and fire pits warm the autumn air. Roast a marshmallow or two in the...
This 2 hour first aid course is aimed at parents, carers, grandmas, grandads, aunts, uncles and anyone else who may be in charge of a mini person (newborn- 8 years old). We also cover how to help a grown up in scenarios as families normally have a few of these too! Tickets are £25 per...
We’re delighted to be hosting our very first music festival, MindFest York, in September 2019! The festival, kindly supported by York Food & Drink Festival, happens between 5pm-9pm across 7 individual evenings in the Music Marquee on Parliament Street, featuring over 20 fantastic local live bands, musicians and performers. T: 01904 404940
York’s Monks Cross Shopping Park will be hosting a fun-filled yet informative Emergency Services Day on Saturday 21st September, set to entertain children and families. The Emergency Services day will be taking place from 11am – 4pm and will have appearances from North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue, York Rescue boat, North Yorkshire Police, Yorkshire Air...
At Ravin' Rascals, a white Christmas is guaranteed! York’s favourite rave-themed family disco is returning to The Crescent on Sunday the 8th of December for an afternoon of energetic festive fun! DJ Rascal’s awesome snow machine will be bringing a white Christmas indoors. Boogie to some great tunes with your family while enjoying an...
An action packed family day out celebrating the work of the many Emergency Services across the UK. Last year’s 999 Emergency Day was a huge success, with a diverse range of Emergency Services personnel all joining us to talk to visitors about their various roles and how they all work together. Tickets are available on...
Family fun day for st Leonard's hospice. With cake, food, sweets, animals, bouncy castle, rides, entertainment, tombola, raffle, hook a duck, lots of handmade stalls and much much more. £1 per Adult, Children go free. Acomb Cricket Club, YO26 5FA
A FREE to attend (donations to the RLSS welcome but no obligation) workshop which is presented in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The aim is to give those who attend the confidence and practical skills to cope in the unlikely event of a baby/young child emergency, such as choking, stopping breathing or drowning. Booking is...
Kyra are running a series of events for young women aged 17-25. These activities are all free and you can try as many as you like. Following the 3 tasters there will be a 20 weeks of Be Active made up of what young women would like (from Bootcamp, hula hooping or yoga). Also we...
As the seasons begin to change and we slip slowly from the heat and hustle of summer to the cool, golden light of autumn, come and join us as we put on a spectacular celebration of the Harvest and rural life. With a nod to the traditional Feast of Michaelmas, which marks the beginning...
This beautiful warming wintery tale brings the story of a bother of a boy, a mithered mother and a grand old brass band of a granddad. All set in the village of knitters with fingers flicking, needles clicking and where every new Christmas jumper tells a tale! Inspired by the famous Aesop fable this wonderful...
York Balloon Fiesta returns for 2019 with the biggest hot air balloon festival York has ever seen. This free festival brings a weekend of hot air balloons, children’s entertainment, live music, tribute acts, food and drink, as well as a funfair with rides never seen before in York. The pinnacle of the festival will be...
Fancy escaping from the rain? Join us for ‘Free Friday’ and experience a Magical Adventures class to Dragon Island free of charge! This Friday 27th September we will be hatching fire dragon eggs, playing in the snow with ice dragons, dancing with rainbow dragons and much, much more! Come and have some fun for free...
Join us to learn more about Ampleforth education. Meet the students, talk to the teachers, take a guided tour of the campus and see lessons in action. Visit our website for more information or to book your place. T: 01439 741087 E: admissions@ampleforth.org.uk Facebook Twitter Instagram
Run this year by Copmanthorpe Tennis Club. Come and join us for a weekend of family fun, and vote for the best scarecrow! Follow the trail to find the scarecrows, there are a number of prizes to be won! Take your selfie and upload it to our Copmanthorpe Scarecrows Facebook page, the more creative your selfie,...
We run train themed events and private parties for children. We will the room with lots of train track, trains, fancy dress, crafts, ride on trains, pop up tent and reading books. Our Christmas parties also include Christmas themed activities and a personalised bauble for each child. This is a pre-book event costing £6.50 (+£4 per...
