Welcome to Yorkshire
Published on June 13th, 2025
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Residents from York’s Ebor Court Care Home enjoyed a joyful, accessible canal boat trip through Skipton, complete with scenic views and fish and chips, thanks to support from local charity Richard’s Endeavour.
Wentworth Woodhouse’s restored Camellia House has won the prestigious 2025 European Heritage Award, celebrating its remarkable transformation from derelict ruin to sustainable heritage venue and tearoom in South Yorkshire.
Leeds sports bar The Brotherhood has rebranded as The Sisterhood for summer 2025, celebrating women’s football and rugby with live events, matchday experiences, and fan giveaways to spotlight and support women in sport.
York Valkyrie have strengthened their squad with the signing of 21-year-old French international Sarah Menaa, a powerful and versatile forward from Catalans Goddesses, ahead of their Super League clash with Leigh Leopards.
Step into giant versions of classic games like Donkey Kong and Tetris as The Actual Reality Arcade transforms York’s Parliament Street into a free, family-friendly retro playground on Saturday 5th July.
Yorkshire Ambulance Service and the University of Huddersfield are joining over 140 global organisations to celebrate International Paramedics Day on July 8, 2025, highlighting the vital role of teamwork and community in emergency care.
Pickering Croquet Club is inviting players of all experience levels to enjoy free introductory association croquet sessions every Thursday evening this summer, offering a fun and welcoming way to learn the strategic game.
Leeds city centre will transform into a whimsical Wonderland from 26 July to 31 August 2025, featuring seven free immersive installations inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, complete with performances, puzzles, and fantastical family fun.
Essex rock trio Bilk are hitting Yorkshire this October with gigs in York, Sheffield and Hull as part of a 20-date UK tour funded by the groundbreaking Liveline Fund to support grassroots live music.
What's on in Yorkshire this week?
Yorkshire is buzzing with an exciting line-up of events to suit all tastes. Whether you’re looking for live music, comedy, sports nostalgia, or family-friendly entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s coming up in the next week:
- Gary Barlow – Songbook Tour 2025 at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on June 13th, 2025 6:00pm
- Afternoon Flat Horse Racing at York Racecourse – Saturday 14 June 2025
- Joe Carnall JNR – Intimate Acoustic Set at Leadmill, Sheffield on June 15th, 2025 2:00pm
- Celebrating the life & work of Nell Smith at Brudenell Social Club, Leeds on June 16th, 2025 7:30pm
- Mary Poppins at Alhambra Theatre, Bradford on June 17th, 2025 7:30pm
- Evening Flat Horse Racing at Ripon Racecourse – Wednesday 18 June 2025
- Florist at The Crescent, York on June 19th, 2025 7:30pm
- Greg Davies – Full Fat Legend at First Direct Arena, Leeds on June 20th, 2025 6:00pm
- Fickle Friends at The Leopard, Doncaster on June 21st, 2025 7:00pm
- Father John Misty at O2 Academy Leeds on June 22nd, 2025 6:30pm
A look at the history of Spofforth Castle, with Dr Emma Wells
"...it was at Spofforth that rebel barons, including Richard de Percy, are said to have drafted Magna Carta in 1215..."
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