Category: Local News

Balloonist John Till above Castle Howard. Photography by Nick Howard Earlier this morning, it was announced that the much anticipated annual Yorkshire Balloon Fiesta will take place at the grounds of beautiful, North Yorkshire stately home, Castle Howard, this year. Attracting over 60,000 guests annually on its former site at the Knavesmire in York, the […]

Fresh-to-the-scene fine dining restaurant, Legacy by The Grand Hotel has recently made it to the MICHELIN Guide Great Britain and Ireland, in the February 2023: The Michelin Inspectors Favourite New Restaurant report.  At only seven months old, the restaurant, that boasts a delicious seasonal menu and takes great pride in its local heritage, has seen […]

Spring is in the air, and there’s a glimpse of lighter nights on the way. With the Easter holidays looming, there are plenty of activities to get involved with. From chocolate making to art exhibitions, adventure play, and nature crafts, we’ve got a few suggestions for you if you’re feeling inspired… YORK’S CHOCOLATE STORY With […]

It’s a sunny morning in York, and we head to the Grand Opera House to catch up with actors, Berwick Kaler and David Leonard about their upcoming 2023 pantomime, Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates of the River Ouse. E: First of all, hello to you both! B: Hello! E: Thank you so much for taking […]

Before getting into the show and its highlights, this is a spoiler-free review, so rest-assured, if you’re yet to see this fantastic murder mystery…our lips are sealed, and if you do happen to know… then you know.  Celebrating its 70th anniversary of historic performances and its accolade as the world’s longest-running play, The Mousetrap certainly contains […]

Find the perfect gift for that Mother figure in your life Whitby sea salt body scrub£18.60 from cosycottagesoap.co.ukWith sea salt extracted from our very own Yorkshire Coast, this natural skin exfoliator, combined with a shea butter moisturising base and fragranced with plant-based essential oil, works to condition all skin types and leave your body feeling oh-so-soft. […]

Located within the buzzing hub of SPARK on Piccadilly is pie-pop up Yorkshire Handmade Pies. Originally ran as an online business founded by pie pioneer, James Sturdy, this is the first time that Sturdy and York chef, Jack Richardson have joined forces to bring the well-loved British staple of a hot, handmade pie to the […]

If you’re looking to treat a mother figure in your life to a special Mother’s Day, and you’re stuck for inspiration, we wanted to fire a few suggestions your way. From going out for food to more adventurous outings, York has it all!  Paint some pottery together Spend an arty day painting pottery. Not only […]

Making a comeback to York’s Cityscreen Picturehouse is the much anticipated Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club. From April 1st, Laugh will be launching in the city and will continue thereafter every first Saturday of the month, until June. Each show will feature three professional comedians and an MC to host the hilarious event.  The first […]

There’s nowt us folks in Yorkshire love more than a heavenly pie. If it’s not the latest date in your diary, let this be your forewarning that British Pie Week begins next week. Yes, from the 6th-12th March, you can celebrate all things pie (not that we need an excuse…) and what better way to […]

What once was the home of famous chocolatiers, the Terry family now serves as a regional office for The National Trust. Nestled on the outskirts of the Knavesmire, the beautiful Arts and Crafts-style site of Goddards is accessible to visitors from early spring through to autumn.  With five acres of garden, this site boasts fragrant […]

If you think of your average gym class, we imagine you might picture dumbbells and a belter Olivia Newton-John music video. Whilst the benefits of a fun fitness class is pretty rewarding, what if there was a way to combine the rewards of fitness with the rewarding nature of voluntary action? Well, there is. If you […]

Celebrating its 10th year, the much-anticipated family wildlife day at Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens makes a return this summer. Offering families the opportunity to meet with various conservations organisations, and get up close to a diverse range of wildlife, engaging in exciting activities such as learning about local hedgehog rescue projects, dissecting owl pellets, meeting rescue […]

Recipe by Middletons Hotel Senior Sous Chef, Chris Hudson. This is a tasty recipe, perfect for springtime dining. Get your chops around this… Ingredients: Method: Start by trimming back any fat from the bone of the lamb, keeping all trim for the gravy later and pop your prepped lamb back in the fridge. For the sauce: […]

Ever wanted to teach English to speakers of other languages? Now is your chance! York St John University is offering the opportunity to participate in a Cambridge University English Assessment (CELTA) accredited course to gain a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This is a gold standard qualification that the majority of […]