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12 Clifford Street, York, YO1 9RD, Tel: 0871 4232260., Email, www.the-dungeons.co.uk/york/en/index.htm

Better. Bolder. Funnier. Opening Spring 2013 We'll take you on a unique thrill-filled journey through 2000 years of York's murky history.

St Margarets Church, Walmgate, York, YO1 9TL, Tel: 01904 632220

Welcome to the award-winning National Centre for Early Music - a centre of excellence for music making of all kinds - and an established conference and recording venue.

Royal York Hotel Grounds, Station Rise, York, YO24 1AA, Tel: 01904 652320, Email, www.freijwheels.com/our-wheels.php?city=York

Visit the Wheel of York for stunning panoramic views of the city's famous landmarks including fascinating commentary as you sit enjoying views of York like you've never seen before.

St. Leonard's Place, York, boxoffice@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk, YO1 7HD, Tel: 01904 623568, Email, www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

York Theatre Royal is one of the regions most successful producing theatres welcoming more than 200,000 visitors to its unique 260 year old building.

South Bay, Foreshore Road, Scarborough, YO11 2HD, Tel: 01723 376774

The Spa offers a range of conference suites and entertainment venues, including a 600-seater Victorian theatre and the Grand Hall that is home to the Scarborough Spa Orchestra.

St Helens Square, York, YO1 9QN, Tel: 01904 552036, Email, www.mansionhouseyork.co.uk

One of York's great historic treasures and one of its best kept secrets.......

Nunnington, Nr Helmsley, York, YO62 5UY, Tel: 01439 748283

Picturesque 17th Century house with organically managed walled garden, famous for its miniature rooms collection and changing programme of high profile art and photography exhibitions and an innovative events programme.

Park Mill Way, Clayton West, Near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9XJ, Tel: 01484 865727, Email, www.kirkleeslightrailway.com

Take a trip behind Hawk, Owl Fox or Badger - our four resident steam engines along nearly four miles of track through beautiful Yorkshire countryside. This all-weather attraction is hugely popular with adults and children alike.

The Estate Office, Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA, Tel: 01653 648650

Thousands of trees from hundreds of places set amidst a stunning landscape of lakes,ponds and gentle walks, always something beautiful and unusual to see in this woodland garden. There are no boundaries in the arboretum just trees and sky.

The Boatyard, Lendal Bridge, York, YO1 7DP, Tel: 01904 628324, Email, www.yorkboat.co.uk

Enjoy a lesiurely hour exploring York from the hlem of your own self drive motor boat! Fantastic fun, safe and easy to drive - seating up to eight people. Why not bring a picnic to enjoy onboard?

Estate Office, Newburgh Priory, Coxwold, YO61 4AS, Tel: 01347 868372

A beautiful Grade-1 listed mansion set in 40 acres of grounds. Newburgh Priory is open to the public and also available to hire exclusively for weddings, conferences, outdoor events and other functions.

35 Stonegate, York, YO1 8AW, Tel: 01904 541779

A real haunted house, over 700 years old. Countless visitors have felt the icy touch of invisible fingers and heard eerie screechings from the attic.

Lodge Lane, Danby, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2NB, Tel: 01439 772737, Email, www.visitthemoors.co.uk/inspiredby

This new gallery showcases the work of local artists and craftspeople in a beautiful new building adjoining The Moors National Park Centre. The Gallery was shortlisted for the British Wood Awards.

Stewart Lane, Stillingfleet, York, YO19 6HP, Tel: 01904 728506, Email, www.stillingfleetlodgenurseries.co.uk

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens and Nurseries is a hidden gem on the outskirts of York, where you can spend a few hours enjoying peace and tranquility.

Holy Trinty Rectory, Micklegate, York, YO1 6LE, Tel: 01904 623798

Holy Trinity's role as a parish church hides its extraordinary importance in the history of monasticism in York and in the North of England. Now featuring a permanent 'Monks of Micklegate' exhibition.

The Arena, Cliftongate Business Park, Wiggington Road, York, YO32 2RH, Tel: 01904 692221

This exciting new adventure park is now open in York. The Web brings together a variety of activities and attractions all on one convenient site to keep all the family, friends and groups entertained.

Kilnwick Percy Hall, Pocklington, YO42 1UF, Tel: 01759 304832

A residential Buddhist community, set in 40 acres of gardens and parkland, offering a range of meditation courses and retreats with something to suit everyone.

Castle Howard Estate Limited., Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA, Tel: 01653 648444, Email, www.castlehoward.co.uk

Magnificent 18th Century historic house and Stable Courtyard within 1,000 acres of breathtaking gardens. Located just 15 miles North East of York.