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Green Flag Award success for York's top green spaces
28 July 2010
City of York Council is celebrating after the city's parks and open spaces have been awarded five Green Flag Awards.
New online help for coach drivers and operators
28 July 2010
Coach drivers and operators now have access to new online help to guide them around York, with thanks to City of York Council's Transport Planning Unit.
UK's biggest slide goes up in York
28 July 2010
York Maze, Europe's largest Maize Maze, likes to do things on a grand scale. The award-winning attraction has just unveiled its latest offering for visitors, the UK's largest inflatable slide. Towering over 40ft high it is equivalent to three double decker buses staked one on top of another.
Slice of Yorkshire....
26 July 2010
Cant decide which slice of Yorkshire to sample, now you don't have to...you can have your ?du Vin' and eat it!' from only £99.00 per person per night.
Competition winners help to welcome continental accommodation to York
22 July 2010
Encompassed within the city walls and nestled off the historic Stonegate amidst York's trendy bars and eateries, The Fort, a boutique hostel, will offer luxurious accommodation for a total of 16 people treating them to en-suite wet rooms, flat screen TVs and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Flood-A brief biography of the artist, Susan Stockwell
22 July 2010
Susan Stockwell's work takes the form of large scale installations, sculpture, drawings and collage. It is concerned with issues of ecology, beauty, mapping, colonial histories, trade and global commerce. The materials used are the everyday, domestic and industrial disposable products that pervade our everyday lives. These materials are manipulated and transformed, often with the use of craft processes, into art objects.
Hungate community art shows city walls in new light
21 July 2010
An exciting new outdoor art exhibition in the centre of York was opened by the Sheriff of York, Councillor Richard Watson, yesterday.
National awards anticipation for charity innovation
16 July 2010
The Hollywood Oscars are still a few months away but one York charity is waiting with bated breath to hear whether it has won the archaeology equivalent.
Celebrating North York Moors through the ages
13 July 2010
Visitors to The Moors National Park Centre in Danby on Sunday 25 July can rub shoulders with a Celtic warrior, a Roman soldier and a Medieval monk. These and other characters from the North York Moors National Park's past form part of a free all-day event to launch this year's National Parks Week (26 July to 1 August) celebrating the cultural heritage of the UK's 15 National Parks.
A Festival of Archaeology at Studley Royal
12 July 2010
There will be a rare opportunity for time travel back over 6000 years in Studley Royal Park on Wednesday 21 July.
Big City Read - an evening with Joanne Harris
9 July 2010
Residents and visitors are in for a real treat next week, with the chance to spend an evening with Joanne Harris, as she discusses City of York Council's Big City Read 2010, the internationally renowned Chocolat.
Hundreds have cached it, can you?
9 July 2010
Location, location, location means everything when it comes to an adventure seeking experience, which can be found on the Bar Walls of York.
Ware & Kay- Legal Advice Helpline
7 July 2010
The tourist industry in Yorkshire is getting a helping hand from long established local solicitors, Ware & Kay LLP. The York and Wetherby based solicitors have agreed, with ?Welcome to Yorkshire? and its six* area tourism partnerships, to provide legal advice to more than 2,675 businesses involved in Yorkshire?s booming tourism industry as part of their membership benefits.
World's largest spitfire is A-maze-ing tribute to 'The few'
7 July 2010
A Yorkshire Farmer has created the World?s largest Spitfire to mark the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Could York's headless Romans be Gladiators? You decide!
7 June 2010
York Archaeological Trust is throwing down the gauntlet to would-be archaeologists to see if they can solve a puzzle that has sparked debate about human remains unearthed in York almost a decade ago.
Unlocking the wardrobe of Georgian York's upper classes
1 June 2010
Unlocking the wardrobe of Georgian York's upper classes, Fairfax House latest exhibition of costume Dress to Impress throws a spotlight on the clothes and accessories worn by members of 'polite society'.
A new installation at York St Mary's by Susan Stockwell: June 18 - October 31 2010
19 May 2010
A 21st century flood will engulf the ancient space of York St Mary's this summer as part of a new site specific contemporary art installation. Renowned artist Susan Stockwell?s work will see a tower of computer components pouring from the roof of the medieval church, filling the nave with a brightly coloured pool of metal and wire.
York's first five star hotel opens its doors
6 May 2010
7th May: Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa has opened its doors to guests, bringing five-star hospitality to York for the first time.
Paul Wilks ? Dal Vero ? Art Exhibition in York - May
3 May 2010
York-born artist, Paul Wilks, is returning to his hometown of York to exhibit his recent work at Gray's Court from 4th-31st May.
Election Fever or Fatigue? 6th May 2010 only
29 April 2010
The Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa, North Yorkshire, voted AA Hotel of the Year, England 2010 has all the ingredients for a ballot beating chilled out break within the idyllic North Yorkshire countryside.
Nimrod MR2 XV250 Flying to Yorkshire Air Museum
28 April 2010
The Yorkshire Air Museum & Allied Air Forces Memorial will shortly become the proud caretaker of the remarkable Nimrod military reconnaissance aircraft, which remains in service in revised form for the foreseeable future. We will be the only museum in the world to have a live example on display.
Paul Wilks - Dal Vero - Art Exhibition in York - May
28 April 2010
York-born artist, Paul Wilks, is returning to his hometown of York to exhibit his recent work at Gray's Court from 4th-31st May.
York Theatre Royal Events Guide
28 April 2010
York Theatre Royal is one of the oldest producing theatres in the country. Positioned in the historical city centre of York, the location is ideal for both residents and visitors to the area to enjoy top quality entertainment. With two performance areas; the Main House seating up to 840 and the intimate Studio Theatre with 102 seats, the Theatre Royal offers a great variety of drama, music, comedy, dance and musical theatre.
Children's Drawing Competition to Accompany Minster's Stone Carving Festival
21 April 2010
Children can design a gargoyle for York Minster. This summer's highly anticipated Stone Carving Festival held by the Minster will allow under 11's the chance to get their own drawings carved into stone by a professional Carver.
For liquid refreshment in York visit DemiJohn on Museum Street
21 April 2010
York may be best known for its Minster and Vikings but visitors are flocking to a new foodies' heaven on Museum St- Demijohn, the first pure liquid delicatessen in England, with its huge glass vats of quirky, unique whiskies, liqueurs, oils and vinegars.
Work begins on Lake Project at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
21 April 2010
The most ambitious conservation project in 20 years has now begun at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, a National Trust owned Word Heritage Site near Ripon, North Yorkshire.
Parliament Street art exhibition
16 April 2010
Painters and potters will be making their way to Parliament Street this month for an open air art exhibition, organised by City of York Council.
Welcome Spring in with Minster Nights
7 April 2010
Minster Nights will again offer visitors the chance to experience the wonders of York Minster at night, this Friday from 6.30pm until midnight.
Behind Enemy Lines - the Stories of WWII Prisoners of War and Evaders.
2 March 2010
If you have ever wondered what life was really like for those airmen taken as Prisoner of War during WWII, or the harrowing exploits of those that managed to evade capture, then the forthcoming lecture taking place at the Yorkshire Air Museum on Saturday 20th March will answer all your questions. Internment was a life of squalor, deprivation, and almost unending monotony, with only the light relief of banter with fellow prisoners to keep alive a glimmer of hope for freedom.
New Year, new horrors at the York Dungeon for 2010. . . Witches: Burned Alive
2 March 2010
York's scariest attraction just got scarier as the York Dungeon launches its most shocking show to date this coming Easter 2010. . .
Treat Your Mum This Mother's Day at the Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa
22 February 2010
The Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa have a special package for you to treat your Mum to a well deserved break this Mother's day.
Yorkshire & The Humber are home to five streets nominated in the Google Street View Awards
8 February 2010
Five streets within Yorkshire & The Humber, three of which are in York, have been shortlisted by Google's panel of experts which includes VisitBritain, Lonely Planet, TV presenter Julia Bradbury, Fashion Designer Jeff Banks and Editor of Glamour, Jo Elvin.
Read all about- York's past revealed
26 January 2010
November 20th 1724 - The ordinary Courier from France was attack'd on the 18th about 7 at night, two leagues out of town, by five Highwaymen, who, after stabbing him twice in the side, open'd his portmanteau, and took a bag of money...
Welcome to Yorkshire to be first title sponsor of Ebor Festival
16 January 2010
Welcome to Yorkshire is proud to announce it is to be the first title sponsor of the Ebor Festival at York. It will be the first time the Festival has been title sponsored in its 167 year history.
Brutal battle forms finale of 25th annual Jorvik viking festival
11 December 2009
The dramatic reconstruction of a bloody battle for power, following the brutal deaths of three Viking kings in 910AD, will form the finale to the 25th Annual JORVIK Viking Festival (13th to 21st February 2010).
Christmas has been Cromwell-ed at York Dungeon
3 December 2009
From the 12th of December until 26th December the York Dungeon will transport those who dare back to the year 1647 when in a fit of fanatical Puritanism, Oliver Cromwell banned Christmas.
NRM Winter Events Calendar 2009
12 November 2009
Click above to see all the latest events happening at the National Railway Museum throughout the winter months.
York's £1 million attraction transformation gets underway
3 November 2009
The redevelopment of York Archaeological Trust's world-famous JORVIK Viking Centre is now surging ahead as construction workers start on the £1 million revamp this week.
New Quilt Museum Exhibitions
29 October 2009
The Quilt Museum and Gallery in York, starts its New Year with two exhibitions that show the contrast in decorative tradition between the UK and Iran.
Stunning collection of contemporary silver servers
12 October 2009
An outstanding collection of silver fish and cake servers on loan from the Victoria and Albert Museum (V & A) can be viewed at Fairfax House, York until 31 December 2009.
The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa Awarded 'AA Hotel of the Year 2009'
29 September 2009
The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa in Helmsley, North Yorkshire received nationwide recognition when it was named Hotel of the Year at the glittering AA Hospitality Awards ceremony, at the Hilton, Park Lane in London.
Scary Plans for York Maze
28 September 2009
York Maze owner Tom Pearcy has announced plans to open for October half term with a week of Halloween themed family activities during the day and four nights of scary attractions aimed at adults and teenagers.
Record number of visitors find their way to York Maze
15 September 2009
The gates to York Maze closed last week at the end of what owner Tom Pearcy is heralding as his busiest season ever.
Latest citywide cycle route maps now available
26 August 2009
Cycling City York has launched a brand new citywide cycle route map, which acts as a comprehensive, user-friendly guide to cycling routes and facilities across York.
Children get a sneak preview of 'Wild About Wood' stories
25 August 2009
Children were treated to stories about 'wild and wonderful' happenings in the woods at The Arboretum Trust at Castle Howard by York's eco-storyteller Nettlefoot Kate this week, in preparation for the 'Wild About Wood' Festival taking place there on 12th and 13th September.
Minster Nights
19 August 2009
York Minster will stay open late for the second time this year on Sunday 30th August as part of a new initiative called 'Minster Nights'. Visitors will experience the cathedral at night through a spectrum of art and performance, expressing something of the Minster's historic significance and its Christian witness and ministry down the centuries.
Celebrate Yorkshire Day with 1000 years of history at Hungate
30 July 2009
Join in the Yorkshire Day celebrations this Saturday by taking a trip through 1000 years of York's history at the Hungate excavation.
Yorkshire Day Celebrations: North Yorkshire Moors Railway
25 July 2009
Over 100 guests are set to enjoy one of the most memorable days in the yearly calendar, as they come together to celebrate Yorkshire Day on 1st August 2009.
Teams annouced for Tour of Britain
22 July 2009
SweetSpot Group Ltd, organisers of The Tour of Britain today announced the names of nine out of the 16 teams that have confirmed they will be taking part in Britain's biggest free to attend sporting event.
Charity Commits £1million To Tourism in the Region
20 July 2009
The Minister for Culture, Creative Industries and Tourism has hailed £1million plans to redevelop the world-famous JORVIK Viking Centre a 'major boost' to tourism in the region.
Festival of Cycling will cater for people of all ages and abilities
20 July 2009
With the city?s first Festival of Cycling now less than a month away, Cycling City York is determined to ensure that the event will provide plenty of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get involved.
Hungate Community art shows viking life in York
13 July 2009
An exciting new Viking-inspired art exhibition set in the centre of York will be officially opened by City Archaeologist John Oxley on Monday 13 July.
Cycling City York to stage city's first ever Festival of Cycling
6 July 2009
Cycling City York has announced plans to stage the city's first ever Festival of Cycling and the date has been set for the weekend of Saturday and Sunday 15 and 16 August.
Get your hands dirty this summer as you delve into the past
2 July 2009
Have you ever wanted to dig deep into the past and discover exciting archaeological artefacts that most people will never get the chance to see?
Going potty for summer fun
29 June 2009
Harry Potter fans should make tracks for the National Railway Museum (NRM), this summer holiday to get up close to one of the stars of the popular films.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Ride goes under the Hammer as Chitty returns to Yorkshire!
26 June 2009
Regular visitors to Nunnington Hall near Helmsley in North Yorkshire know that Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a regular visitor to the property. Gen 11, the original car from the classic 1968 movie, comes to Nunnington each summer for fans of the movie to see and enjoy. Some visitors can even win a ride around Nunnington village in Chitty in the prize draw that is run each day. This year however there is a further opportunity to experience the magic of Chitty as the National Trust will be hosting an eBay auction to win a ride for up to three people around the village.
Can you help reveal more Of York's Industrial past?
25 June 2009
Following the discovery of substantial Victorian remains that once housed a massive steam engine used to power machinery in Leetham?s Flour Mill, York Archaeological Trust (YAT) is turning to the public to help with their research.
Archaeological Project In York Needs Your Vote
22 June 2009
DIG - an Archaeological Adventure in York is launching its campaign for your vote this week as it goes head to head with other Lottery-funded projects from across the UK in the semi-finals of The National Lottery Awards 2009.
Get up close and personal with Gargoyles at Barley Hall
22 June 2009
An exhibition that digs deep into York?s medical history is offering visitors a unique opportunity to see a remarkable collection of grotesques before they are installed in the heights of York Minster.
Moon landings inspire maze design
21 June 2009
York farmer and maze builder Tom Pearcy is looking to the Moon this year for inspiration for his York Maze design. To mark the 40th anniversary of the first Apollo Moon landings, the giant 30-acre field of maize will be cut out in the shape of an Astronaut on the surface of the Moon. Previous designs have included the Statue of Liberty, The Starship Enterprise and the Flying Scotsman locomotive.
The Railway Children returns after steaming success
19 June 2009
Following the run-away success of The Railway Children last summer, the National Railway Museum (NRM) and York Theatre Royal have once again joined forces to re-stage the spectacular production of E. Nesbit?s much loved children?s tale. This theatrical event is once again featuring a real steam train and is taking place in a specially constructed theatre space at the NRM, from 23rd July- 5th September.
Summer Carillon Recitals at York Minster
18 June 2009
The grounds of York Minster and the narrow streets of the ancient city centre will be filled with the sounds of bells during the series of Saturday carillon recitals this summer.
Festival of the Rivers 2009
17 June 2009
York?s rivers will take centre stage next month for the fourth annual Festival of the Rivers.
Museums offer up a 'Reel' treat
12 June 2009
A chance to see Trainspotting at a one-off drive-in event taking place by the tracks in the NRM?s North Yard
Step back in time with the Big City Read
5 June 2009
Residents will be invited to step back in time to Tudor York this summer, thanks to the Big City Read.
Spend a day where others spent a lifetime?
1 June 2009
The infamous cells of York Castle Museum, are being unlocked this July, unleashing the powerful, moving and sometimes gruesome tales of those that were once imprisoned there.
The Dean and Chapter of York- Where are they now?
1 June 2009
Six young people designed six bosses for the South Transept roof after winning a competition run in 1986 by the BBC TV ?Blue Peter? programme. Their names are Rebecca-Rose Welsh, Richard Gaston, Laura Smith, Ben Kerslake, Tim Hutchinson and Joanna Biggs.
The Feversham Arms Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World
1 June 2009
The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa has become one of the newest additions to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection. The luxury boutique hotel and spa is located in the picturesque market town of Helmsley, North Yorkshire and has 33 bedrooms, 22 of which are suites, a two rosette restaurant, an outdoor heated swimming pool and the newly opened Verbena Spa.
Local businesses flock to Carlton Towers
22 May 2009
Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard personally welcomed more than 200 business visitors to Carlton Towers on Thursday evening to celebrate the official opening of the eleven new bedrooms designed by the Lady herself!
Spring is in the Air at the Arboretum at Castle Howard
30 April 2009
With yellow blossom dripping from the Italian Maple (Acer opalus) and the bright pink buds of the Rhododendron oreodoxa bursting into flower, spring is definitely in the air at The Arboretum at Castle Howard. By early May, swathes of beautiful blue camassia will be covering areas of the woodland floor, whilst above them in the trees new green buds and wild pear blossom appear.
JORVIK goes back to the 80s
22 April 2009
To celebrate its 25th birthday, JORVIK Viking Centre is offering York residents 1984 admission prices on the 1st of each month from May 2009 to February 2010.
Balloon Tree Farm Shop Produces earliest Asparagus in the North
10 April 2009
The Balloon Tree Farmshop in Gate Helmsley near York has started harvesting asparagus, a key indicator that spring has finally arrived.
Viking Encampment arrives in city centre to celebrate 25 years of JORVIK Viking Centre
3 April 2009
Anyone spending Easter in York will be more likely to see a Viking than an Easter bunny as hundreds of unexpected visitors descend on the city on the 11th and 12th April.
The Vikings are Coming!
23 March 2009
The York Dungeon warns its new 'Bloody Vikings' feature opening this Easter is not for the faint hearted.
Five Sisters
4 February 2009
A new installation at York St Mary's by Matthew Collings and Emma Biggs 23rd May - November 2009
Celebrating 25 years as a House Museum
1 February 2009
This year Fairfax House celebrates 25 years since it was opened by the Duchess of Kent to the public as a House Museum.
Bedern Chapel Opens to the Public
23 January 2009
York Glaziers' Trust is opening the former Bedern Chapel as a new studio, offering the public an exclusive 'behind-the-scenes' experience of conservators in action.
Dark Skies at Night, Star Gazers Delight
12 January 2009
To celebrate the International Year of Astronomy, the North York Moors National Park Authority is teaming up with York Astronomical Society to host a number of free star gazing events throughout the year.
