If you live in York then lucky you! Because not only is it a beautiful place to reside, but on the weekend of the 26th and 27th January it’s ResFest ’19 – a.k.a. York Residents Festival. “But what does this mean?” we hear you ask. Well, our trusty readers, it means that any of the fantastic attractions and eateries on this heee-ooowwww-ge (really, really huge) list are rewarding you for your postcode, by either letting you in for free or giving you discounts. All you need is proof of residence with a valid YorkCard or York Student ID. So what are you waiting for? Fill your boots with fun and get ready for your busiest weekend of 2019 (so far).
AMBIENTE FOSSGATE & GOODRAMGATE
Call 638252 (Fossgate); 689784 (Goodramgate)
www.ambiente-tapas.co.uk
fossgate@ambiente-tapas.co.uk; enquiries@ambiente-tapas.co.uk
27TH-31ST JAN (27th only for Fossgate)
It must be date night! Get tapas for two and a 175ml glass of wine each for just £29.95. Available between 2pm and 6.30pm. You must pre-book – use code Res19. Please note that Goodramgate is not suitable for a wheelchair.
THE BAR CONVENT HERITAGE CENTRE
Call 643238
www.bar-convent.org.uk
reception@bar-convent.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm (last viewing of exhibition)
Welcome to England’s oldest living convent. Stop by and find out why it was established in secrecy, who protected it from the mobs, and what happened on the night the Luftwaffe came. Head to the café and you’ll also get a free glass of wine, beer, or soft drink with every main course over £7. The café is open from 8am-3pm, with hot food served until 2.30pm.
BARLEY HALL
Call 615505
www.barleyhall.co.uk
groups@yorkat.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Explore York’s hidden medieval townhouse! In the 1980s, the building was about to be destroyed, when its amazing structure was discovered.
BEDERN HALL
Call 646030
www.bedernhall.co.uk
laura.drinkeld@Bedernhall.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10:30am- 15:30pm
Did you know York has a medieval hall hidden behind Goodramgate? Well it does – Bedern Hall – the 14th Century dining hall of the Vicars Choral of York Minster. The café will also be open selling yummy chocolates in celebration of Chocolate Cake Day (who wouldn’t want to celebrate that?).
BELLA ITALIA
Call 611221
www.bellaitalia.co.uk.italian-restaurant/york/low-petergate
york@bellaitalia.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
12-11pm
Enjoy a complimentary starter or dessert with every main course. Valid for up to four people and not valid with other offers, set menus, Tesco tokens, or delivery. Wheelchair accessible.
BENINGBROUGH HALL
Call 472027
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
beningbrough@nationaltrust.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
11am-3.30pm
SOUNDS OF WINTER: WHISPERING SPACES. Wrap up warm and discover some of the lesser-known gardens in the first ever sound trail.
BETTYS
Call 659142
www.bettys.co.uk
belmont.room@bettys.co.uk
26TH JAN-2ND FEB
Pop down for a delicious Lady Betty Afternoon Tea and get a complimentary glass of Champagne with a valid YorkCard. Please call to pre-book. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
BLACK SWAN FOLK CLUB
Call 632922
www.blackswanfolkclub.org.uk
blackswanfolkclub@yahoo.co.uk
SUN 27TH JAN
2-5.30pm; 7.30pm
WINTER FOLK DAY. Come and go for free, and listen to music from talented local singers and bands in York’s award-winning Black Swan Folk Club.
THE BLUE BELL
Call 654904
www.facebook.com/The-Blue-Bell-194681907239090
bluebellyork@gmail.com
SAT 26TH JAN
11am-midnight
Get yourself to ‘Yorkshire’s local pub’ and order a pint of cask ale – and you’ll get a free pork pie!
CARLUCCIO’S
Call 656536
www.carluccios.com
york@carluccios.com
26TH JAN-1ST FEB
Mon-Fri 8am-11pm; Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 9am-10pm
Buying two main courses? Get a bottle of Sicilian Sicani Wine for free! T&Cs apply – contact for more details. Restricted wheelchair access.
CASTLE HOWARD
Call 01653 648333
www.castlehoward.co.uk
house@castlehoward.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
This beautiful house, and its stunning gardens, are open for free to all valid YorkCard and York Student ID holders.
CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH
Call 612171
www.centralmethodistyork.org.uk
info@centralmethodistchurch.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
11am-4pm
Come down to this Grade II listed building built in 1840. It’s one of the final chapels of its period that’s still intact – and its organ is one of the finest in York!
CHOPPING BLOCK AT WALMGATE ALE HOUSE
Call 629222
www.thechoppingblock.co.uk
greatfood@walmgateale.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
9.30am-10pm
Enjoy a free starter or dessert with any main course from the a la carte menu. Pre-booking is required – please book online or give them a call.
CIRCLES CAFÉ AND GIN BAR
Call 07814962253
www.circlescafe.co.uk
karlandjulia@outlook.com
26TH-31ST JAN
10am-4pm
Receive 30% off food and a free hot drink. Restricted wheelchair access. You don’t need to pre-book but you can book a table by giving them a call.
CITY CRUISES YORK
Call 628324
www.citycruises.com
infoyork@citycruises.com
26TH-27TH JAN
11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm (departure times).
Enjoy a 30-minute York City Cruise down the Ouse with live commentary from the Captain.
CLIFFORD’S TOWER
Call 646940
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/cliffords-tower-york/
cliffords.tower@english-heritage.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Clifford’s Tower, raised by William the Conqueror, is almost all that remains of York Castle – and it’s previously been a prison!
THE COSY CLUB
Call 395056
www.cosyclub.co.uk
yorkbookings@cosyclub.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-10pm
Get a free glass of wine, beer, or soft drink with any main course – cocktails and champagne not included. Restricted wheelchair access. Pre-booking is required.
CRAFT SAVVY DISCOUNT CLUB
Call 501561
www.craftsavvy.co.uk
contact@craftsavvy.co.uk
26TH JAN-2ND FEB
Get 15% off a six or 12 month membership and receive cracking discounts from some of York’s best bars and eateries.
DEAN COURT HOTEL
Call 625082
deancourt-york.co.uk
sales@deancourt-york.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
12-2.30pm
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, beer, or soft drink with every main course. T&Cs apply – please contact for details. Wheelchair accessible, including disabled toilet.
DIG: AN ARCHAELOGICAL ADVENTURE
Call 615505
www.digyork.com
groups@yorkat.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am- 5pm (4pm is last admissions)
Head down to DIG – for free! Your little ones can, literally, dig up the past and discover York’s fascinating history with their bare hands.
ENERGI TRAMPOLINE PARK
Call 360500
www.energiyork.com
info@energiyork.com
26TH-27TH JAN
5pm, 6pm and 7pm
Hop along for a free one-hour jump at this fantastic trampoline park! It’s first come, first served on walk-ins only (or should that be ‘jump ins’?), so don’t miss out!
EXPLORE YORK LIBRARIES AND ARCHIVES
Call 552828
www.exploreyork.org.uk
archives@exploreyork.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm
MAP ATTACK RETURNS TO YORK EXPLORE. Join the team at York Explore as they attempt to rebuild historic York using Lego and Duplo.
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 10am – 3pm; Sun 11am – 3pm
ON THE DRAWING BOARD: Archiving the historical plans of York. Meet the project team and discover unique plans of our city at our open archives day, including architectural drawings of the streets and buildings of York. You can also benefit from 10% off in the café. Wheelchair accessible.
FAIRFAX HOUSE
Call 655543
www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk
info@fairfaxhouse.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 11am – 4pm; Sun 11am – 2pm
One of England’s finest Georgian townhouses, Fairfax House, will transport you back to the days of 18th Century York.
FISHERGATE POSTERN TOWER
www.yorkwalls.org.uk
friendsofyorkwalls@gmail.com
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm (subject to volunteers numbers)
The internal rooms of this 500-year-old tower are yours to witness! Climb the narrow spiral staircase, operate the model portcullis, check out the maps; and loads more!
FRIARGATE THEATRE
Call 613000
www.ridinglights.org
info@rltc.org
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm
Get the full behind-the-scenes experience of Friargate Theatre, home to Riding Lights Theatre Company. Try on costumes, get your face painted and learn more about their work. Bring a pack-up and have an indoor picnic with a free hot drink!
FRIENDS OF YORK CEMETARY
Call 07908 221152
www.yorkcemetery.org.uk
yorkcemeteryvolenteers@gmail.com
SUN 27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Come along to the Pritchett Chapel for a fun-filled day of events! From catacomb tours to self-guided walks; grave searches to bird recognition with the RSPB – and learn how to make a bird feeder out of cones, seeds and lard.
GOURMET BURGER KITCHEN (GBK)
Call 639537
www.gbk.co.uk
york@gbk.co.uk
26TH JAN-3RD FEB
11.30am-10pm
It’s BOGOF time – get two main courses for the price of one (lowest price is free). There’s no booking required – just make sure you mention York Residents Festival when you order. Wheelchair accessible including disabled toilet.
THE HENRY VII EXPERIENCE
Call 615505
www.henryviiexperience.com
groups@yorkat.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-5pm
Visit the Henry VII Experience and discover the impact the first Tudor monarch had on York. Extended opening hours for York residents.
HOLGATE WINDMILL
Call 07710 314614
www.holgatewindmill.org
chair@holgatewindmill.org
26TH-27TH JAN
11am-4pm
Pop down and see York’s only surviving windmill – restored and in full working order! While you’re there, why not buy some freshly milled stoneground, wholemeal, and spelt flour?
JACOB’S WELL
Call 07866 366387
www.jacobswellyork.org.uk
jacobswellyork@gmail.com
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm
This medieval building in the centre of York was originally home to the Chantry priests of Holy Trinity Priory.
JORVIK VIKING CENTRE
Call 615505
www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk
jorvik@yorkat.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
1pm onwards
Head down to this famous Viking experience – for free! Just bring your proof of residency.
JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE
Call 501935
www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk
publicity@jrtheatre.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Receive a fascinating tour of York’s only 1930s art deco theatre by the knowledgeable volunteers of the Joseph Rowntree Theatre. You can even see a show rehearsed on Sunday afternoon!
LOCH FYNE YORK
Call 650910
www.lochfyneseafoodandgrill.co.uk
1712@greeneking.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN; 2ND-3RD FEB
Get two main courses for the price of one! T&Cs apply – please contact for more information.
LOST EARTH ADVENTURES
Call 500094
www.lostearthadventures.co.uk
info@lostearthadventures.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
9am-6.30pm
Go deep below the surface and find a labyrinth of underground passageways, climb over boulders, and wade through clear waters as you go back in time. No experience necessary – but you must pre-book.
MERCHANT ADVENTURERS’ HALL
Call 654818
www.merchantshallyork.org
enquiries@merchantshallyork.org
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4.30pm
Explore this iconic timber-framed building completely free! You’ll hear fascinating tales and discover rare artifacts – plus the Merchants’ Coffee House will be open for food, drinks, and gifts.
MERCHANT TAYLORS’ HALL
Call 07762 295597
www.merchant-taylors-york.org
clerk@merchant-taylors-york.org
SUN 27TH JAN
11-3pm
A special opportunity to visit the ancient Hall of the Merchant Taylors, meet the members, learn about their history and engage with the exhibitors. Refreshments will also be available from Poppy Caterers Ltd.
MERCURE YORK, FAIRFIELD MANOR
Call 225012
www.mercureyork.co.uk
fo.mecureyork@jupiterhotels.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
Get two main courses for the price of one (lowest price free) and a complimentary glass of house wine, draft soft drink, or draft Becks/Boddingtons. Pre-booking is required – call or email in advance.
MIDDLETONS
Call 611570
www.middletonsyork.co.uk
reception@middletonsyork.co.uk
26TH JAN-2ND FEB
12-9.30pm
Enjoy a free glass of wine, beer, or soft drink with each main course. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Pre-booking is recommended. Wheelchair accessible.
MINDLOCK ESCAPE GAMES
Call 07379 961910
www.mindlockyork.co.uk
info@mindlockyork.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-10pm
Mindlock are celebrating being a part of York by gifting residents and students a free game for two players. You must pre-book – enter “Festivalescape” online. Each room can hold up to six players, and anyone who doesn’t qualify with a valid proof of residency will be charged standard prices.
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR BIRDS OF PREY
Call 0844 7422 035
www.ncbp.co.uk
info@ncbp.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Visit the largest collection of birds of prey in the North of England. The birds will be flying at 11.30am and 2pm – and there’s free parking and an on-site café.
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR EARLY MUSIC
Call 658338
www.ncem.co.uk
boxoffice@ncem.co.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
11am-12.30pm; 2-3.30pm
COME AND PLAY: YORK’S GAMELAN GONGS. Play Gamelan music, from Indonesia, on a beautiful array of handcrafted bronze gongs and chimes. And it’s free! The morning session is for children over seven, and the afternoon session is for adults. Pre-booking is required – visit the website for more.
SUN 27TH JAN
11am, 1pm, and 3pm
LULLABY: SONIC CRADLE. South Asian arts group Manasamitra are inviting you to share your lullabies and childhood stories at their Lullaby Booth. They’ll collect these songs and stories – which will shape the performance of their May 2019 show, Sonic Cradle. Suitable for both families and individuals. Pre-booking is required – visit the website for more.
NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM
Call 03330 161 010
www.railwaymuseum.org.uk
info@railwaymuseum.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-5pm
Get 10% off in the café or restaurant with a valid YorkCard.
THE NOOK
Call 627122
www.thenookyork.co.uk
hello@thenookyork.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 12pm-12am; Sun 12pm-11pm
Get a fantastic 20% off your total bill – including cocktail offers!
THE PRESS KITCHEN
Call 809565
www.thepresskitchen.co.uk
walmgate@thepresskitchen.co.uk
27TH-31ST JAN
5-10pm
Enjoy three courses and a drink for just £20.95 per person. Pre-booking is required – use code Res19. Wheelchair accessible including disabled toilet.
QUILTERS’ GUILD
Call 613242
www.quiltmuseum.org.uk
curator@quiltersguild.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm
Discover the amazing patchwork and quilted treasures from The Quilters’ Guild Collection, that showcases the creativity of the past three centuries. The space is small, so you must pre-book. Please contact the curator for more information.
RAINBOW CERAMICS
Call 675533
www.rainbowceramics.co.uk
paint@rainbowsceramics.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 10am- 5:30pm; Sun 11am- 5pm
Paint your own pottery in this fantastic studio – and with a valid YorkCard or York Student ID you can get 2-for-1 this weekend!
RICHARD III EXPERIENCE
Call 615505
www.richardiiiexperience.com
groups@yorkat.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Learn all about the impact Richard III had on York – with extended opening hours for York residents!
SHAMBLES MARKET
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Grab a 10% discount throughout York’s largest group of independent traders, with a valid YorkCard.
ST DENYS CHURCH
Call 07941246312
stdenyschirchyork@gmail.com
SAT 26TH JAN
10am-4pm
Pop down for tea, tours, morning talks and afternoon entertainment. The theme is ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ – representing the history and ambition of the church, alongside its spiritual and bodily refreshment.
ST HELEN’S CHURCH
Call 636512
www.sthelensyork.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
2-5pm
Have a go at playing the pipe organ, with the York and District Organists Association. Don’t worry if you don’t have any experience – members of the YDOA will be on hand to help.
ST LAWRENCE PARISH CHURCH
Call 632434
www.stlawrenceparishchurch.org.uk
info@stlawrenceparishchurch.org.uk
Welcome to York’s largest parish church – dating all the way back to the 1880s. Discover its 15th Century front, and its art deco World War I memorial window. Refreshments and on-site parking are available, as well as guided tours at 11am and 2.30pm on Saturday, and 2.30pm on Sunday.
ST MICHAEL LE BELFREY CHURCH
Call 624190
www.belfrey.org/belfreydoors.html
izzy.pysanczyn@belfrey.org
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 11am- 3pm; Sun 8.30am-8pm
Enjoy a peaceful, and free-of-charge, experience just round the corner from York Minster. The Belfrey welcomes visitors of all faiths and none, and offers a collection of 16th Century stained glass, and evidence of Guy Fawkes’ baptism.
ST NICKS ENVIRONMENT CENTRE AND NATURE RESERVE
Call 411821
www.stnicks.org.uk
info@stnicks.org.uk
SAT 26TH JAN
12-4pm
Join a free guided tour of the Centre and its 24-acre reserve at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. You’re also invited to take part in family-friendly activities such as a treasure hunt a crafts sale, and refreshments will be available.
ST SAVIOURGATE UNITARIAN CHAPEL
Call 693427
www.york.unitarians.org.uk
mhill.york@gmail.com
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12.30-4pm with an 11am worship
This Grade II Listed 17th Century chapel is the only chapel in England with equal ‘arms’. Along with refreshments you can experience an exhibition about naturalist, Charles Darwin.
TRINITY CHURCH YORK
Call 651726
www.trinitychurchyork.org.uk
contact@trinitychurchyork.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 9:30am-4pm; Sun 10am-6pm
This beautiful medieval guildhall is open for you to visit – enjoy free tea and cake while you learn about the church. There are also activities for children!
THE WIZARD QUEST
Call 07584 057445
www.yorkwizardquest.com
yorkwizardquest@gmail.com
SUN 27TH JAN
5.45pm-6.30pm
This magical interactive tour is perfect for all ages. Bring your wands and discover magical of York – from potion making to magical creatures. The tour starts at 5.45pm and pre-booking via email is essential.
YORK DUNGEON
Call 632599
www.thedungeons.com/york
yorkguests@merlinentertainment.biz
26TH-30TH JAN
12-5pm
From 12pm every day you can experience the darker side of York’s history – for free! Meet Vikings, Guy Fawkes, Dick Turpin and more – it’s a trip through history like no other!
YOGABOMB
Call 07960 011617
www.yogabombyork.co.uk
yogabombyork@gmail.com
26TH-27TH JAN
Sat 8am-4.30 pm; Sun 9am-8.30pm
Breathe… and relax! You’re entitled to a free hot yoga session. There’s a wide range of classes available – check it out. You must pre-book via email at yogabombyork@gmail.com.
YORK ARMY MUSEUM
Call 461010
www.yorkarmymuseum.co.uk
yamactivitiesofficer@gmail.com
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Pop in and you’ll find some of the most significant regimental collections in the UK. Discover the new exhibition, ‘The Case of the Steel: Plated Soldier’, which explores Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s campaign to improve soldiers’ body armour.
YORK ART GALLERY
Call 687687
www.yorkartgallery.org.uk
enquries@ymt.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-5pm
Along with new commissions and more than 2,000 ceramics, you’ll be able to check out the new exhibition showcasing sound and art together, ‘When All is Quiet: Kaiser Chiefs in Conversation’.
YORK CASTLE MUSEUM
Call 687687
www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk
enquiries@ymt.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
9.30am-5pm
This award-winning museum gives you the opportunity to discover over 400 years of York’s past in one place. With a lifelike Victorian street, a collection of costumes, textiles, military and social history, and the exhibition, ‘A Personal Collection of Vivienne Westwood Shoes’, it’s a great place to spend your weekend.
YORK CHOCOLATE STORY
Call 527765
www.yorkschocolatestory.com
info@yorkchocolatestory.com
26TH-27TH JAN
9am-5pm
Enjoy five free tours of this scrumptious attraction at 9am, 9.15am, 9.30am, 9.45am and 10am on both Saturday and Sunday. You can also benefit from 1/3 off additional admissions throughout the weekend, and learn about how chocolate made its history in York.
YORK CITY SIGHTSEEING
Call 633990
www.yorkbus.co.uk
sharon.medham@transdevplc.co.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
9am-3pm (last tour)
Hop about this open top ride and see York from a totally different perspective – you might even see something you’ve never seen before!
YORK COLD WAR BUNKER
Call 646940
www.english-heritage.org,uk/yorkbunker
yorkbunker@english-heritage.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-4pm
Here’s a more unusual side of York’s heritage – an old nerve-centre bunker to monitor fallout in the event of a nuclear attack. The bunker was active from the 1960s to the 1990s – and you’re invited through its blast-proof doors to discover it.
YORK MANSION HOUSE
Call 553663
www.mansionhouseyork.com
mansionhouse@york.gov.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10.30am-5pm
This beautiful building houses an inspiring and interactive environment. Discover how every Lord Mayor of York since 1732 has dined, danced, and entertained.
YORK MINSTER
Call 557216
www.yorkminster.org
info@yorkminster.org
26TH-27TH JAN
Tower trips on Sat 9:30am-4:15pm; Sun 1:15pm-4:15pm
Fancy seeing some of the most spectacular views of York from the highest point in the city? Head to York Minster’s Central Tower. You can learn all about the cathedral’s 2,000 year history, and, on the Saturday only, enjoy family-friendly activities in the Chapter House. The Central Tower is suitable for explorers aged eight and up. See the website for terms and conditions – and make sure you get there early to avoid disappointment.
YORK THEATRE ROYAL
Call 623568
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk
boxoffice@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk
SUN 27TH JAN
Doors open from 10am
Backstage tours are running every half an hour from 10am until 2.30pm. Then, at 4pm, head over to the Main House to find out more about the upcoming productions – and their 275th anniversary plans.
YORKSHIRE MUSEUM
Call 687687
www.yorkshiremuseum.org.uk
enquiries@ymt.org.uk
26TH-27TH JAN
10am-5pm
Visit the home of Britain’s greatest treasures for free at the Yorkshire Museum, built on the remains of St Mary’s Abbey. This year, you can discover what life was like 150 million years ago in Yorkshire’s Jurassic World.
YORKTOUR
Call 07963791937
www.yorktour.com
info@yorktour.com
26TH-27TH JAN
2pm
Reckon you know York? Join this 90-minute walking tour and put your knowledge to the test – and really open your eyes to the things around you!
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