Category: Christmas

What better way to get into the festive spirit than a Christmas Panto? This year’s festive offering at the Grand Opera House is based on one of my all-time favourite childhood films, Cinderella! Having been to a fair few pantos over the years, I found it very refreshing that this production has a modern twist, […]

Whether you’re seeking a seasonal stocking stuffer for loved ones, or you simply want to pamper yourself this Christmas, we’ve delved deep into Santa’s sack to bring you a selection of the best health and beauty essentials you can get your mitts on, ahead of the big day! SPA CEYLON ISLAND ROSE – EAU DE […]

By Mim Williams What better way to spend a cold, snowy winter’s evening than watching the world-famous Slava’s Snow Show at the Grand Opera House?  Slava Polunin’s famed show, which first charmed audiences in Moscow decades ago, has evolved into a global theatrical phenomenon, although nothing can truly prepare you for the experience in the […]

There’s nothing we love more at Your Local Link than sharing what our team have been out enjoying in York and Nicola’s recent visit is a lovely one to celebrate Nicola from our team said:*“I took Pippa to the Barbican to see The Nutcracker by Imperial Classical Ballet. This was Pippa’s first time going to […]

From indulgent treats and Christmas tipples to artisan nibbles and gourmet gifts, this year’s Food & Drink Gift Guide has something for every festive table. Whether you’re spoiling a foodie friend or stocking up for the big day, these delicious discoveries guarantee a taste of Christmas magic. Panettone al Limoncello, £29.95 from Carluccios.  Enjoy an […]

Christmas is just around the corner, and the most wonderful time of the year is nearly upon us! Our favourite yuletide figure goes by many names, including Saint Nick, Kris Kringle and Father Christmas – but however you refer to the big man in your household, one thing’s for sure – Santa Claus is coming […]

Provide a helping hand to those in need this festive season This December, local residents aged 65 and over are invited once again to join the Lord Mayor (Councillor Martin Rowley) and Sheriff of York (Paul Doughty) for an annual festive fundraising event to remember. Conducted in aid of the Lord Mayor’s charity Christmas Cheer, […]

Attendees will be transported back in time, to the splendour of York’s eighteenth-century high society, at Lord Burlington’s party-hotspot from the 1730s. Anyone wanting to attend is recommended to book tickets now. The event is sure to sell-out well ahead of time.  The boutique events company are hosting the ball at the Assembly Rooms on […]

The Malton Christmas Festival is returning to the streets of “Yorkshire’s food capital” for two days of seasonal celebration, from the second until the third of December. The market town will play host to many of the brilliant vendors that made the summer food lovers festival, that drew in more than 40,000 attendees, so special. […]

Two charities based in North Yorkshire have received a £1,000 Christmas gift, courtesy of the Benefact Group’s annual ’12 Days of Giving’ Christmas campaign.  120 UK charities were picked at random across twelve days, including local charities, Ripon Community Link, which supports adults and young people with learning disabilities, and York-based, Family Fund Trust, which […]

Last Christmas, popular York eatery, EborCibus Pizza delivered hundreds of Margherita pizzas to low-income families within the City of York, as a gesture of goodwill. With this year’s cost of living crisis and harder times ahead, the business has kindly decided to do the same for the community this December.  Reaching out with an appeal […]

Will your Christmas tree be merry and BRIGHT this year? Bold colours are back and you can shop the look below with our studio team’s top decoration picks. Our top tip for decorating your tree: prepare your branches first and get them as even as possible. Don’t fir-get to tag us in your tree-mendous pictures, […]

This easy peasy sausage roll recipe is sure to impress guests. Ingredients •1 x 400g pack of Powters Chef’s Pig Sausage Meat•250 g ready-made puff pastry•1 free-range egg•A splash of milk Method Preheat the oven to180ºC/350ºF/gas 4. On a floured work surface,roll the pastry out into a large rectangle roughly as thick as a pound […]

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the news, you’ll know that there’s been lots of impact on transportation thanks to ongoing covid restrictions and reduced capacity. With that in mind, Royal Mail has released its recommended posting dates to help ensure that your Christmas goes according to plan. Friday 17 DecemberRoyal Mail Bulk Mail […]

Photo by Uriel Mont from Pexels Opting for a real Christmas tree this year? Good on ya! But which is right for you? Here’s our run-down of some different kinds of trees available in the UK and where to find them in and around York. Firs Firs are great for indoor Christmas trees as they mostly retain their […]