From idyllic coastal views and romantic ruins to great houses of splendour, the National Trust cares for some of Britain’s greatest heritage gems. This unique art exhibition brings together four Yorkshire artists and their favourite views and spots at many of our much-loved special places.
Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington are seven times consecutive winners of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society Yorkshire in Bloom Gold Award, and we are holding our sixth annual Tulip Festival from 28th April to 12th May. Whilst best known for our impressive National Collection of over one hundred varieties of Hardy Water Lily, which bloom on...
Explore ‘Behind the Scenes’ at one of the most popular heritage railway lines, where you will be able to take a sneaky peek at the areas we usually have closed. This event will showcase all the work that goes into keeping the wheels turning. Check out the engine sheds at Grosmont, learn about the infrastructure...
Dance around the Boar Garden and be entertained by the spectacular New York Brass Band as Castle Howard brings you a May Day Fete with a twist this May Bank Holiday. With coconut shies, quoits and other traditional games from bygone era, the Boar Garden will come to life. This May Day Fete is sure...
There’s so much to do at Piglets Adventure Farm this Bank Holiday Weekend! (5th May – 7th May). AMAZING AUSSIE ACROBATICS Matt comes from Australia and has a few problems knowing which way is up and which way is down. This bank holiday weekend enjoy incredible acrobatic comedy with stunts that defy gravity, in fact...
Experience fascinating displays of falconry at this atmospheric abbey. Take in the views as you wander the ruins and immerse yourself in gothic splendour. Ticket Prices: Adult: £7.90 Concession £7.10 Child: £4.70 Family: £20.50 Tickets will be available to purchase at the site on the day.
The first family day of the season, this event takes you back to the good old days of racing. A brand new theme day for 2018, bring the whole family on this lovely bank holiday Monday to enjoy the racing of yesteryear. From tic-tac men to traditional entertainment, it’s Beverley Races as you’ve never seen...
Free entry to the arboretum for anyone who lives in the YO postcode area. Come and enjoy the arboretum in spring and see what we have to offer. Just bring along evidence of your address such as a driving licence or utility bill.
You’re sure to see many motorbikes winding along the Yorkshire lanes, and now’s the chance to see a very special collection of custom bikes up close!
After the tremendous support over the last year the re-opening of the play fort is nearly here. There are just a few finishing touches needed before we formally open it on Monday 7th May at 12:00. Everyone is invited to join us in the park for the opening, to restore Jubilee Park to its former...
Nafferton Scarecrow Festival family fun day/crowdown. Sat 12th May 2018 This year Nafferton Scarecrow Festival will run from the recreation club we have a brilliant community day planned with lots of activities inc Tug of war competitions..... We will have live dance performances and into the afternoon have live music acts and bbq to carry...
Leaving from Cottam Aerodrome Langtoft at 10am In aid of St. Peters Church Langtoft In memory of Charles Dowsom
A fundraising charity obstacle run for Saint Catherine's Hospice, a fun filled 5k obstacle course that adults of all abilities can wriggle under, dive over and splash through! The Scampston Scramble is not like any event that we have done so far. Ticket price: £22 per person (includes T-Shirt and completion medal) You must be...
Take part in our all new 'Dog Show' and enjoy displays, demonstrations, have-a-go games, enter into the novelty dog show and browse the stalls.