There’s no better time to explore the incredible holidays, activities, and events that Yorkshire has to offer.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, a romantic getaway, or simply looking for the perfect spot to unwind by the sea, we’ve got you covered. From the stunning coastline and charming seaside towns to vibrant festivals and outdoor adventures, Yorkshire is brimming with opportunities for fun and relaxation.
The image above is of Brontë Bridge on Haworth Moor – walk it on the Brontë Way.
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Yorkshire News Round-up
This Saturday, 14th September, Watershed Mill in Settle will host the Flowerpot Family Funday, offering visitors a final chance to see this year’s flowerpot exhibits alongside community stalls, games, and fun activities for all ages, with the event supporting local charities and running from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine.
Reignite V, held in York, gathered over 250 creatives and business leaders to celebrate the power of interdisciplinary partnerships, showcasing how unexpected collaborations across sectors like technology, art, and tourism drive innovation and position York as a leading creative hub.
VisitEngland has announced the winners of its 2024 ROSE Awards, celebrating 100 accommodation providers across the country for their exceptional hospitality, from bed-and-breakfasts to glamping sites, highlighting the importance of outstanding service in creating memorable guest experiences and boosting local tourism.
GO Outdoors has opened its flagship store in York’s Vangarde Shopping Park, now the largest outdoor retail store in Europe, offering a wide range of brands, activities, and exclusive deals, with a grand opening weekend featuring family-friendly entertainment, live demonstrations, and celebrity appearances.
The Repair Shop team is taking their beloved show on tour, with a live event at Sheffield City Hall on 24th March 2025, featuring stars like Will Kirk, Steve Fletcher, Jay Blades, and The Teddy Bear Ladies. Tickets go on presale 12th September 2024, with general sales starting on 13th September.
Six towns in the Wakefield district will soon be adorned with large-scale murals, created by leading artists in collaboration with local communities, as part of an initiative by Wakefield Council to celebrate local identity, creativity, and community pride.
York’s Live for St Leonard’s festival returns from 20th to 28th September, featuring nine days of live music performances in Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square, supporting St Leonard’s Hospice, with all proceeds from the free, evening shows going towards the hospice’s essential care for those with life-limiting illnesses.
The Women in Manufacturing and Engineering (WiME) careers event, held at Hull’s Guildhall on 9th October, will offer women and girls the opportunity to connect with over 30 top employers from the Humber region.
The Libraries in Leeds Festival 2024, taking place from 4th to 9th November, will celebrate learning, creativity, and community through an array of events, including talks, workshops, and backstage tours, with a focus on the theme of “journeys.”
Marsden Mechanics has launched an ambitious cultural initiative, “Tenterhooks,” in collaboration with Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, his band LYR, and the local community, aiming to foster creativity in Marsden, culminating in a celebration of art and performances during the village’s Cuckoo Day on 26th April 2025.
A look at the history of Masonic Lodge, Bedale, with Dr Emma Wells
“…The red-brick building is decorated on its principal elevation with string courses and architraves picked out in buff brick, each window blind to ensure strict privacy….”
What’s happening in Yorkshire?
Coming up in Yorkshire:
- Big Country at Foundry, Sheffield on September 13th, 2024
- Fashion Thrift Society Leeds | 14th September at John Charles Centre for Sport, Leeds
- Horse Racing at Doncaster on Sunday, September 15, 2024
- UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell at Bridlington Spa Centre on September 16th, 2024
- Azealia Banks at Stylus, Leeds on September 17th, 2024
- Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest to Explore Space at Sheffield City Hall on September 18th, 2024
- Battle of the bands: Heat 6 – Tom Sheldon – Robo – Patience – Gargoyles In the Rafters at Fulford Arms, York on September 19th, 2024
- 245th Anniversary Festival of the Battle of Flamborough Head, 20 – 23 September 2024, Filey Bay
- Maisie Adam: Appraisal at The Crypt, Middlesbrough on September 20th, 2024
- Shanghai Treason & Headsticks Co-Headline Tour at Nightrain, Bradford on September 21st, 2024
- Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny at Harrogate Convention Centre on September 21st, 2024
- Big Girls Don’t Cry at York Barbican on September 22nd, 2024
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