Category: Local News

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 […]

Roll up, roll up; see some of the country’s best young market traders in our very own city. It’s fair to say that York has housed an awful lot of talent. From actress Judi Dench to alternative rock group Shed Seven; ex-England football manager Steve McClaren to, of course, chocolatier Joseph Rowntree. We’re not short […]

IT’S PANTO TIME! Okay, we know what you’re thinking: it’s absolutely not panto time. It’s July. How can we possibly be considering frilly dresses, princesses, fairies and the like when it’s 30 degrees outside and there isn’t a thigh-slap in sight? Well, the brains behind the Grand Opera House’s legendary pantomimes gathered together the cast […]

In a first for the UK: the Van Outerstep family have opened their secret off-grid fairy sanctuary, Northwood Trail to the public, and it’s magical.  Located near Stamford Bridge, York, guests can wander around the forest, sneaking a peak at hidden fairy abodes in the trees, exploring the magical maze and marvelling at nature. The […]

Creatives announced for Sleeping Beauty pantomime York-based theatre-maker Matt Aston will co-direct this years pantomime Sleeping Beauty with Berwick Kaler (who has stepped down as the Theatre Royals legendary dame after 40 years). They will also be joined by a new set and costume designer Anthony Lamble, who is based in harrogate and Mark Jonathan […]

Michael Jackson’s music needs no introduction. Whatever your opinion may be on the controversies that have surrounded him over the years, there’s no denying that he wrote some bloody good songs. Adrian Grant’s iconic tribute show to the King of Pop, Thriller Live, celebrates Michael’s music in the most ingenious and skilled way – from […]

Oooh… Joe Browns has just opened a brand new base in York at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet.  The Leeds-based clothing retailer opened in 1998, and offers a huge range of clothing at the new outlet that’s true to their unique boho, hippie style, setting it apart from many high street clothing brands. The lively launch party […]

It’s touched visitors in Naples, Italy; Brussels, Belgium – and now Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is making magic in the stunning venue of St Mary’s in York for its UK premiere. This unique exhibition allows you to ‘step into the paintings’ through the art of modern technology. State-of-the-art projectors display a full 360 degree […]

What do the stars have in store for you this month? Someone who has been opposing you and holding you back now gets out of the way and doors that you thought were permanently closed now start creaking open.  This has to be a good thing, but it does put you in a quandary.  What […]