Newsletter: Friday 21st March 2025

With the Easter holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to plan some memorable days out—and this spring, Yorkshire is packed with brilliant things to see, do, and experience. From wildlife adventures and creative trails to music, theatre, and hands-on family fun, there’s something for everyone.

This weekend also marks Earth Hour (Saturday 22nd March), a global moment to switch off and reflect on how we can care for our planet—a great conversation starter for young eco-champions. And just around the corner is Mother’s Day (Sunday 30th March), with special offers like mums go free at Yorkshire Wildlife Park—ideal for a family day out with a thoughtful twist.

Add in art exhibitions like Harland Miller’s “XXX” in York, a rainforest soundscape in Wakefield, live folk gigs, and Easter trails galore, and you’ve got a season full of stories waiting to be made.

The image above is of lambs in the Yorkshire Dales.

Yorkshire News

Harland Miller’s vibrant new exhibition “XXX” at York Art Gallery (14 March–31 August 2025) showcases bold, literary-inspired Letter Paintings and marks a celebrated homecoming for the Yorkshire-born artist.

Hull City Council is upgrading footpaths in Boothferry and Derringham from 13 March 2025 as part of its Love Your Neighbourhood scheme, aiming to create safer, smoother walkways for residents.

Here and There, a bold new climbing film starring Tom Randall, premieres at Sheffield Adventure Film Festival on 22 March, exploring the thrill of urban climbing under a Berlin bridge—followed by a live Q&A and after-party with Randall and mountaineer Andy Cave.

This Easter (28 March–21 April 2025), The Deep in Hull invites families to dive into Whale Hello There!, a fun and educational marine-themed event featuring live talks, creative activities, and ocean conservation challenges—all included with standard admission.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park is celebrating spring with a Mother’s Day weekend offer where mums go free (29–30 March) and launching an Easter Egg-stravaganza filled with live shows, themed trails, and a chance to meet their newest lemur, making it a perfect family day out or weekend getaway.

Doncaster’s business community will join forces on 2 April 2024 for a large-scale city centre litter pick, showing pride and commitment to a cleaner, more welcoming city as part of the Doncaster '35 vision.

From 3–21 April 2025, Wakefield Exchange invites visitors into the heart of the Sumatran rainforest with The Sleeping Tree—a powerful, free immersive sound and light installation featuring real wildlife recordings that spotlight the beauty and urgency of rainforest conservation.

Bean Loved, Skipton’s much-loved café, has reopened with a stylish refurbishment, a refreshed dine-in menu, and a brand-new takeaway service launching in April 2025.

Michael Ball and Alfie Boe’s Together At Home 2025 UK tour kicks off on 29 March, blending their powerhouse vocals with jaw-dropping illusions from The Conjurors for a uniquely magical live experience.

Crazy Little Sing Called Pub is bringing its fun, no-experience-needed pop-up choir night to York on 11 April, inviting everyone to grab a drink, sing their heart out, and be part of an unforgettable musical night in the City Screen Basement.

Folk rock legends Lindisfarne return to the Whitby Pavilion Theatre on 24 May 2025, bringing their timeless hits and signature live energy to fans old and new.

Irish folk icons Dervish are set to perform at Silsden Town Hall on 25 April 2025, offering a rare chance to experience their world-renowned blend of jigs, ballads, and soulful storytelling live in Yorkshire.

Ones To Watch 2025 at Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley (open until 27 April) showcases exciting new talent from across Yorkshire, offering visitors the chance to discover, support, and even vote for emerging artists at a vibrant, free exhibition.

Hampden House care home in Harrogate marked the grand opening of its newly refurbished bar, The Duchy Arms, with a heart-warming black-tie evening featuring a moving performance by pianist Duncan Goodwin, celebrating music, community, and dementia care.

City Cruises is bringing new evening magic to York’s River Ouse this spring with two scenic sailings—Alive After Five for relaxed post-work drinks and Evening Escape for candlelit romance, both offering stunning views, live entertainment, and a unique way to unwind on the water.

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What's on in Yorkshire this week?

Yorkshire is buzzing with an exciting lineup 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:

• Dr Rangan Chatterjee – The Thrive Tour at York Barbican, York on March 21st, 2025 7:30pm
• Matt Goss: the Hits & More at Middlesbrough Town Hall on March 22nd, 2025 8:00pm
• An Evening with Aggers at Scarborough Spa Theatre on March 23rd, 2025 7:30pm
• The Repair Shop Live: Secrets From The Barn at Sheffield City Hall Oval Hall on March 24th, 2025 7:30pm
• You Me At Six – The Final Nights of Six at O2 Academy Leeds on March 25th, 2025 7:00pm
• Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time at King’s Hall, Ilkley on March 26th, 2025 7:30pm
• Ocean Colour Scene at O2 Academy Leeds on March 27th, 2025 7:00pm
• Jeff Wayne’s the War of the Worlds – Alive On Stage at Connexin Live, Hull on March 28th, 2025 6:30pm
• Scarborough Punk Festival Day at Scarborough Spa Grand Hall on March 29th, 2025 12:30pm
• Richard Herring – Can I Have My Ball Back? at City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds on March 30th, 2025 7:30pm

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A look at the history of Mount Grace Priory, North Yorkshire, with Dr Emma Wells

"...The best-preserved Carthusian monastery in England—one of only nine, also known as charterhouses—is situated at the foot of the Cleveland Hills..."

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