Category: Local News

He played love-struck Simon Cooper in The Inbetweeners, and Kingsley Owen in Fresh Meat. Now he’s about to play father-to-be Vincent in What’s In A Name? at the Grand Opera House. “We’re all very excited about this piece,” says The Inbetweeners, Fresh Meat and White Gold star, who will be appearing at the Grand Opera […]

It’s nearing the end of the summer, so you may be looking after the pennies following expensive holidays over the last couple of months. Although that obviously limits what you can do, it shouldn’t prevent you from having a great day or night out. For those of you that are into sport, you’re especially in […]

These days, cinemas are constantly churning out remastered classics, or yet another Marvel movie where the special effects leave little room for a story. Each blockbuster has to be bigger and more successful than its predecessor – at any cost. Quality is often the poor relative to quantity. In 2019 technology has taken over. Couples […]

Alan Dedicoat, the voice of Strictly Come Dancing, will be bringing his quiz night back to York on Friday 29th November, in aid of York Hospital Radio. Alan, who is also Patron of York Hospital Radio, regularly hosts quiz nights in Bournemouth – and will be coming back to York following previous successes here. The […]

It’s the last bank holiday weekend of the 2019 – and trust me, you’re spoilt for choice in how to spend it. But fear not – I’ve plucked out 14 different happenings taking place in our very own York (and the outskirts) for you to add to your diaries. 1. Leeds Fest: 23rd-25th August If […]

This month our Walking Wanderer starts in Tockwith and heads north to the River Nidd. DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PRINTABLE AT THE END.  This easy walk of about four and half miles starts from the main street of Tockwith. Heading north on paths and tracks to meet the river Nidd it then follows its twisting bank […]

Artists aged between 3-15 years have been given their very own corner of Pyramid Gallery on Stonegate, York to draw pictures of trees.  The initiative comes as part of Pyramid Gallery partnering with the York community organisation Treemendous, which aims to promote the planting of trees in York to make it a healthier, greener and […]

The Bev Jones Music Company took to the stage at Countryfile Live this weekend – to one of the biggest audiences the event had seen all weekend. While overall numbers are still being calculated, it’s expected that upwards of 20,000 people turned up to the agricultural event on Sunday 18th August, hosted by BBC Countryfile […]

Ravin’ Rascals hits York for an inaugural Bank Holiday rave Were you ever a raver? Did you spend your youth ‘throwing shapes’ and spinning glow sticks in darkened rooms? It might not be 1993 anymore, but there is still a chance to let your hair down at a rave… along with your kids.  Ravin’ Rascals […]

BBC Countryfile Live is coming to Yorkshire for the first time this week. It’s taking up residence in the spectacular grounds of Castle Howard from 15th – 18th August.  Countryfile Live celebrates every part of the British countryside with four days of live arena shows, debates, food, drink, farm -animal demonstrations and shopping from over […]

You could say it’s dead good. It’s not too often we’d write a good news story about something normally associated with sadness, bereavement, and, well, death. Planning a funeral for a loved one is often bittersweet – while it’s full of heartbreak at the knowledge of losing the deceased, it’s also a special time to […]

No one needs an excuse or reason to visit the stunning Castle Howard. The grounds alone are breath taking, and the house… well, you have to see it to believe it. The Castle Howard Estate features over 200 listed buildings and monuments, and boasts 6,100 acres of farmland, 2,100 acres of woodland and 600 acres […]

By Annabel Sykes Ey up! Have a gander at these 7 Yorkshire Day events for a reight good time, pet.  Not wanting you to miss out on our county’s proudest day, we’ve compiled a list of must-see events for you to catch. From competitions to city centre film showings, it’s sure to be a day […]

York Theatre Royal is celebrating 275 years in the business, by throwing its doors for a weekend of family fun. From Friday 9 to Sunday 11 August the theatre will be packed with tours, exhibitions, taster sessions and feasts – and the promise of ‘one big party’. There will be free 30-minute guided tours of […]

Castle Howard, one of Yorkshire’s most-loved tourist attractions, is celebrating its history with a new event. The event will be based on all things Castle Howard to recognise the date that the attraction was opened for the first time to the general public. Howard Day will be taking place on the 31st of July and […]