Category: Local News

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 […]

Back for its ninth year, York Disability Week 2025 will host over 30 in-person & online activities, with mostly free events ranging from sports activities to exhibitions and talks. With opportunities to create, learn and connect, this week has something for everyone! Running from 29th November to 6th December, the week-long programme of activities celebrates […]

As we edge ever closer to Christmas, it’s getting colder and colder in North Yorkshire! If you’re feeling the chill, spare a thought for Matt Todd, Director of Herbert Todd & Son (and regular Your Local Link property columnist), who’ll soon be embarking on an epic trek across Iceland in aid of St Leonard’s Hospice. […]

‘I think we have a chance to do something really important. To describe what’s actually happening in England.’ Bolton native and longstanding York resident Bill Hodson is an award-winning writer of short stories and plays, whose debut novel, Tracking Back, was first published in 2023. A rollicking crime mystery centred around ex-Bolton Wanderers players, Hodson’s […]

Infamous Yorkie Guy Fawkes was famously captured on the 5th of November 1605, before being tortured in the Tower of London – he would not meet his grisly end until the 31st of January, 1606. To mark Bonfire Night this year, Your Local Link travelled back in time to hang around with the mysterious man […]

Michael Jean-Marain is proudly representing our city as Associate Puppetry Director for the Roald Dahl Story Company’s charming production of Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile The Musical, which is currently touring the USA before returning to the Theatre Royal in June. Your Local Link caught up with Michael (actor, puppeteer, and York resident) to have […]

Top Tips for Staying Safe this Bonfire Night  With Bonfire Night rapidly approaching, many of us are looking forward to a fun-filled night of fireworks, sparklers, and bonfires – but what can kids and parents do to ensure they’re safe this year?   Fireworks should NEVER be handled by children – ALWAYS leave firework handling […]

Located in Clifton, SEND CENTRAL is a newly opened family hub that’s aimed at local children and young people (up to the age of 25) living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Whether you’re seeking advice and information related to accessible local SEND services, or are simply seeking out nurturing support from welcoming, expert navigators, […]

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 […]

The relative lack of accessible seating and toilets in town has long been a bugbear for local families, especially those living with long-term health conditions. Since the 2012 demolition of the Parliament Street public toilets (fondly named ‘Splash Palace’), it’s been harder for some families to enjoy a day out without worrying about the accessibility […]

Looking to spruce up your garden, get your hands on organically grown local produce, and make a valuable contribution to your community while you’re at it?  Based in Bishopthorpe, Brunswick Organic Nursery is a plant nursery (and award-winning shop) with a difference – as a registered charity, Brunswick offers a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment […]

While it may be best associated with Romans, railways and chocolate, the city of York has produced many musicians over the years, and is home to a quietly thriving local music scene to this day. Well-known musical Yorkies from days gone by include opera singer John Fryatt and late composer John Barry (who wrote the […]

York-based documentary filmmakers are invited to apply for funding from the BFI Doc Society Fund, which supports and nurtures independent, immersive non-fiction films made in Britain.   Notable films that have previously been made with BFI Doc Society Funds support include the arresting biopic of late X-Ray Spex frontwoman and original Riot grrrl, Poly Styrene […]

Whether you’re a newly arrived fresher or have lived in York all your life, it’s important that you feel welcome, regardless of your lifestyle and sexuality. With this in mind, we’ve outlined some of the best-loved queer spaces our city has to offer… Little j is a dedicated LGBTQ venue based on North Street, which […]