Corporate News

For the first time ever, York’s Christmas Market has gone virtual, with over fifty traders, craftspeople and local businesses getting involved to be a part of the online experience.  From festive foods and Christmas decorations, to handmade jewellery and candles, the virtual market has a wide variety of gift ideas, seasonal products and festive treats from some of York’s best local businesses and independent traders.

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.

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.

Key workers in York are being thanked for their extraordinary work during the coronavirus emergency with a week-long Key Workers Celebration which starts on Yorkshire Day, 1 August.