Learn about Shakespeare in Yorkshire

in Barnsley in Bridlington in Leeds in North Yorkshire in Richmond in Scarborough in Sheffield in Skipton in York

From Shakespeare-themed exhibits to superb productions, there are a great range of Shakespeare visitor attractions in Yorkshire to help support a …

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Festivals this summer in Yorkshire

in Barnsley in Driffield (Great Driffield) in East Yorkshire in Leeds in North Yorkshire in Saltaire in Sheffield in Skipton in South Yorkshire

Feed your soul and fill those sunny days with the best of music, food and the arts in Yorkshire: Yorkshire Feastival …

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AJ Bell 2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Leeds Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th June, Roundhay Park, Leeds

in Leeds

The World Triathlon Championship Series is coming to Leeds on 11th – 12th June. Watch from Roundhay Park. “With thousands of …

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Platinum Jubilee celebrations across Yorkshire

in Goole in Scarborough in Sheffield in West Yorkshire in York

Yorkshire is celebrating 70 years of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the throne. From street parties to delicate afternoon teas, …

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Stepping into the past: immersive historical experiences

in East Yorkshire in Ripon in South Yorkshire

Dress up as a Viking, join 1940’s nostalgia or cruise through motoring history with these immersive historical experiences in Yorkshire: Haworth …

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Yorkshire Puffin Festival 14th – 15th May

in Bridlington

There’s fun for all the family from crafts and face painting to puffin-watching with seabird experts at the Yorkshire Puffin Festival …

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Easter Explores 2022

in East Yorkshire in Leeds in Scarborough in Sheffield

Spring has arrived, bringing with it an array of colour across the region and the long-awaited lighter nights. The best bit – there’s more daylight hours to get out and explore Yorkshire!

At this time of year, many attractions offer wonderful experiences for all the family, just in time for the school holidays.

A Taster of Yorkshire’s Tasting Menus

in Leeds in Sheffield in York in Yorkshire Dales

It’s no secret that we think Yorkshire’s food and drink excellence puts it firmly on the map amongst the best in the world. We are spoilt for choice; incredible local produce, excellent chefs and top-class service – a recipe for success.

One way to get a taster of the offering is, of course, tasting menus. Some top restaurants provide tasting menus for those seeking a special experience full of mystery. Put your taste buds in the hands of the chefs, and enjoy the theatre of being served a thought-through series of courses, expertly crafted. Often you’ll have the option to add on drinks pairings too!

Yorkshire’s Spring Awakening 

in Barnsley in East Yorkshire in Scarborough in Sheffield in York

Spring Equinox has arrived, bringing with it earlier dawns and later sunsets as daylight hours increase. Yorkshire is experiencing a spring awakening with flowers blooming, venues reopening and longer hours allowing for more time outdoors. So how will you enjoy this time?

8 Best Winter Walks in East Yorkshire

in Driffield (Great Driffield) in East Yorkshire

As we wallow in the bleak midwinter, what better way to beat the blues than with an uplifting winter walk in …

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A Very Merry Walkshire Christmas

in Barnsley in Ilkley in Sheffield in South Yorkshire

Here at Welcome to Yorkshire, we have spent a year celebrating walking in Yorkshire. Inspired by the local community as we …

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Allerthorpe Common and Waplington

in Allerthorpe in York

A dog-friendly five-mile circular walk around Allerthope and Waplington in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Best Pubs – 10 of Yorkshire’s Favourites

in Hebden Bridge in Leeds in North Yorkshire in Ripon in Skipton in West Yorkshire in Yorkshire Dales

As chosen by the people of Yorkshire! Not an exhaustive list, but a good start to finding the best pubs in …

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Heritage Open Days in Yorkshire 2021

in Bridlington in Leeds in Sheffield in Wakefield in York

Use this round-up of our favourite events, split into handy categories, as your guide to Yorkshire’s Heritage Open Days for 2021.

Yorkshire Autumn Arts Events 2021

in Ilkley in Leeds in Scarborough in Sheffield in Whitby in York

Yorkshire is ready to celebrate the arts this autumn – and Yorkshire’s arts community has not disappointed. From films and theatre …

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Accessible Walking: Accessible Routes around Yorkshire

in Barnsley in Leeds in Wakefield

Whilst the simple act of actively appreciating the fresh air has a plethora of benefits for everyone tapping into the powerful …

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Discovering Yorkshire’s Seabird City

in Bridlington

A walk along the cliff tops at Flamborough Cliffs Nature Reserve Did you know that Yorkshire’s Flamborough Headland is one of …

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Heber’s Ghyll, Ilkley

in Ilkley

Heber’s Ghyll is a cracking family-friendly walk in Ilkley. Given it is less than 3km in length, this is a wander …

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