City Cruises York have announced a highly positive response to a customer survey carried out of passengers who have boarded their sailings since reopening in July 2020.

The Science Museum Group is set to launch a major new exhibition which charts the global impact of the world’s longest and most famous rail journey – the Trans-Siberian Railway.

Announced on the 5 October – the anniversary of the railway’s completion in 1916 – a major new exhibition will be unveiled at the National Railway Museum in York with a smaller display opening at the Science Museum in London.

Bolder and brighter than ever, ‘Christmas at Castle Howard’ is set to inspire visitors with a brand-new outdoor concept for this year’s festive event, in partnership with world-class, award-winning illuminated projection specialists, ‘The Projection Studio’.

‘Wish Upon a Frozen Star’ is an epic light and sound extravaganza, transforming the grounds of the Estate into a Winter Wonderland. An immersive experience to delight all age groups, that journeys into the realms of festive folklore, magic and mystery.

Following the announcement that City of York Council and Make It York will be collaborating on a plan of activity to support the tourism and hospitality industry, a new strategy has today (11th September 2020) been published outlining more details of the ongoing campaign.

Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) today fulfils its promise of putting the fan first by making the biggest and best tournament the most inclusive and accessible in modern history.

RLWC2021 will not only deliver the greatest value for money, but it will also reward frontline heroes by providing 20,021 free tickets as a mark of gratitude for their priceless contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The first month of opening since attractions went into lockdown suggests that York’s tourism sector is reviving more quickly than expected, according to York Archaeological Trust, which reopened JORVIK Viking Centre, Barley Hall and DIG: An Archaeological Adventure on 10 July.

Last night (17th August) Grays Court Hotel in York were crowned as winners of the ‘Small Hotel of the Year’ at the prestigious VisitEngland National Awards for Excellence. Fighting off fierce competition from hotels from across the country, Grays Court scooped the ‘Gold’ award in their category in last night’s special virtual ceremony.

As part of a new marketing campaign to inspire visitors and residents to explore York, a new promotional video has today (18th August) been launched by Visit York. Featuring iconic attractions, local businesses and familiar faces from across the city and celebrating York’s hidden gems, the video brings to life what makes it a unique place to visit, capturing the welcoming and diverse nature of the city. The short film also champions the pioneering social history of York whilst promoting the vibrant creative and cultural industries within the city.

The third York Walls Festival takes place this weekend to celebrate the City’s Medieval Walls. The Festival Team are delighted that coronavirus has not meant the cancellation of the event and have produced a variety of online content to accompany the open days at Red Tower and Fishergate Postern Tower.