Events
Here we have collected a list of events and things to do across the UK over the coming months
William Constable 300 Exhibition
(Yorkshire & North East England) 15th Nov 2021 to 19th Dec 2021
Marking the 300th birthday of this characterful and quirky gentleman of the English enlightenment, this new exhibition at Burton Constable Hall celebrates the life and times of a man who created a lasting legacy in his sweeping changes to t…
Christmas at Burton Agnes
(Yorkshire & North East England) 15th Nov 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
We’re thrilled that this year our Christmas opening will return indoors once again. We’ll open from Sunday 14th November to 23rd December, from 11am until 5pm daily. The house will be decorated with original, handmade decorations, with many…
Baby & Toddler Animal Sessions
(Yorkshire & North East England) 15th Nov 2021 to 6th Mar 2022
Interactive, hands on, guided session aimed at preschool children 6 months – 5 years of age. Get up close and personal with a wide range of small and large animals touching, holding, feeding, and even walking! Indoor and outdoor play includ…
Mallard: The Fastest Steam Engine storytelling (SEND)
(Yorkshire & North East England) 15th Nov 2021 to 6th Mar 2022
Experience the thrill of being on the footplate of the world’s fastest steam locomotive in this exhilarating simulator ride. Ignite your imagination and immerse yourself in astonishing engineering as you re-live Mallard’s record-breaking ru…
York Christmas Market – St Nicholas Fair
York (Yorkshire & North East England) 18th Nov 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
The best way to start your Christmas is with a stroll along Parliament Street and St Sampson’s square where wintry alpine chalets run up the street and around the square. Each chalet is stocked with unique products with everything from stoc…
Winter Illuminations
(Yorkshire & North East England) 20th Nov 2021 to 4th Jan 2022
See our award-winning enchanted Forest come to life after dusk as our Winter Illuminations; Yorkshire’s premier light event transforms Stockeld Park into a dazzling, twinkling wonderland! Experience one of the country’s largest and most cre…
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Santa is flying here to see you! Let the twinkling lights draw you into the wonder of Mother Shipton’s magical, memory-making Christmas experience. Tickets for Christmas at Mother Shipton’s can be purchased ONLINE ONLY, selected dates throu…
Stephenson’s Rocket learning workshop (KS1)
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 12th Feb 2022
This is the original Rocket—George and Robert Stephenson’s world-changing locomotive which kick-started a golden era of innovation. Behold the beauty of Stephenson’s Rocket, built in 1829 to run on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway—the w…
Christmas at Harewood
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 3rd Jan 2022
Delve into a voyage of the imagination this festive season, as Harewood recounts a Christmas tale and the House reveals its magic to all those in need of whimsical wonder… Christmas is back and Harewood House has much missed the company of…
Joana Vasconcelos Exhibition: Beyond
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 9th Jan 2022
Joana Vasconcelos creates vibrant, often monumental sculpture, using fabric, needlework and crochet alongside everyday objects from saucepans to wheel hubs. She frequently uses items associated with domestic work and craft to comment from a…
Mrs Claus’ Christmas Adventure
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 17th Dec 2021
Bring your little ones (age 0-5) on Mrs Claus’ BRAND NEW Christmas Adventure at Whistlestop Valleyand enjoy a magical day out. You’ll start your adventure with a return steam train ride* to Mrs Claus’ cosy cabin at Cuckoo’s Nest where the l…
Walk, Talk, Make (for formal education groups)
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 31st Mar 2022
Bring your class on this outdoor, artist-led, interactive walking tour to build your classes confidence in looking at and responding to contemporary sculpture at YSP. Through questioning, making and drawing, your class develops their creati…
Teacher Open Day
(Yorkshire & North East England) 22nd Nov 2021 to 26th Feb 2022
Learn more about the RSPB’s schools on reserves programme and the outdoor learning opportunities, while giving your own children a really wild adventure at the same time. Event is free with valid ticket please contact Rebecca.savage@rspb.or…
Robin Hood
(Yorkshire & North East England) 24th Nov 2021 to 9th Jan 2022
More fun and mayhem from your favourite panto family, as they all head for Sherburn Forest to tell the tale of heroic outlaw Robin Hood, his merry men (and women!), and his battles with the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. Created in the heart o…
Saints and Angels Christmas Extravaganza
(Yorkshire & North East England) 24th Nov 2021 to 3rd Jan 2022
Experience the spirit of Christmas soaring through England’s finest coastal fortress with the north east’s largest indoor festive event of the year – Saints and Angels in The Christmas Kingdom at Bamburgh Castle.
Open-air Ice Rink
(Yorkshire & North East England) 24th Nov 2021 to 9th Jan 2022
Come and enjoy a whirl on our open-air ice rink! Tickets for timed slots can be purchased online in advance of your visit. Some slots will be kept free for walk-ups – but booking is advised to avoid disappointment. Our super saver combo tic…
The Railway Children
(Yorkshire & North East England) 26th Nov 2021 to 2nd Jan 2022
Join Bobby, Peter and Phyllis in this warm-hearted, uplifting tale of hope, friendship and family. With their Father gone, the family is forced to leave their comfortable home in London. Here in Yorkshire they experience a life of adventure…
A Retro Christmas
(Yorkshire & North East England) 26th Nov 2021 to 12th Dec 2021
Kiplin Hall Trust celebrates 50 years of ownership of the hall with a retro Christmas! Set to the backdrop of traditional Victorian grandeur, memories of the 1970s will come to life with clashing vibrance. Foil decorations, macrame baubles…
Enchanted North
(Yorkshire & North East England) 26th Nov 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Step inside the gingerbread house, hear magical tales of elves, toymakers and reindeer around the crackling log fire before finally stepping into the wardrobe to be transported to a winter wonderland; welcome to Enchanted North. Thornhurst…
Beauty and the Beast
(Yorkshire & North East England) 26th Nov 2021 to 29th Jan 2022
Our exceptional creative team are back together once again to create a show full of festive joy. Expect enchanting storytelling, music, humour and plenty of magical moments as we bring this well-known tale to life in our spectacular tradema…
Chocolate Making with Santa
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
This December (27th November -23rd December), York’s Chocolate Story will yet again be decking the tours with festive fayre! All three floors will have a Christmas make-over as Santa himself takes up residence. Guests will be able to meet S…
A Thornton Hall Christmas Adventure
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Join us for our new and extended Christmas experience like no other! Wrap up warm and prepare to be amazed on a magical journey as you join your very own Elf for 2021’s ‘A Thornton Hall Christmas Adventure’! The magical Father Time has been…
Magical Santa Experience
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
A magical Santa’s Grotto experience for all the family! Dates booking up quickly, don’t miss out on the most magical event of the year! Our 2021 magical Santa experience is one not to be missed, bringing you a day of festive cheer and excit…
Christmas Village with Father Christmas
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
It is with great pleasure that we are able to announce that Father Christmas will be bringing the magic back to Bolton Abbey this winter! Step into the twinkling Christmas village, tucked away in the middle of Strid Wood and see what enchan…
Enchanted Festive Forest
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Follow the trail through our Enchanted Festive Forest in the Walled Gardens to discover our magical Christmas scenes. Enjoy our twinkling lights and Christmas music as you wander around our winter wonderland and indulge in a luxury hot choc…
Santa’s Enchanted Elf Journey
(Yorkshire & North East England) 27th Nov 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Your journey starts with ride on our Festive Tractor & Trailer to the Enchanted Forest where you will meet the Fun Forest Elves, who will help you on a special search to find a festive surprise. The Enchanted Forest is also home to Sant…
Winter Illuminations – Light and Lantern Festival
(Yorkshire & North East England) 28th Nov 2021 to 9th Jan 2022
The Winter Illumination light and lantern trail has returning to Yorkshire Wildlife Park! Light & Lantern Festival. Festive fun for everyone. Walk Around Experience. Hot food and drink available throughout trail.
Santa’s Wonderland Grotto
(Yorkshire & North East England) 1st Dec 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Santa’s Grotto Santa has made time in his busy schedule to return to The Bowes Museum again this year. Follow our fabulously festive 12 days of Christmas trail before joining the merry elves in his workshop and creating some seasonal crafts…
Light Trail and Santa Visits
(Yorkshire & North East England) 3rd Dec 2021 to 3rd Jan 2022
Light Trail The North Easts biggest and brightest Light Trail is back! Immerse yourself in a glittering carnival of light and sound where magic awaits you around every corner. Santa Visits Receive a magical warm welcome from Father Christma…
Santa’s Grotto – Crafty Cat
(Yorkshire & North East England) 4th Dec 2021 to 11th Dec 2021
Children will love visiting Santa inside our magical grotto, spending time chatting to him and discovering that Santa knows all about the good (and perhaps not so good) things they have been up to! 4th and 11th December.
Pickering and Grosmont Santa Specials
(Yorkshire & North East England) 4th Dec 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Join Santa and his special team of elves at either Pickering or Grosmont Station before a magical adventure aboard the Santa Express which will take you on a festive journey you won’t forget! This enchanting Christmas experience sees Mr. Cl…
Festive Farm and Santa’s Grotto
(Yorkshire & North East England) 4th Dec 2021 to 24th Dec 2021
Santa’s elves have transformed the farm into a Winter Wonderland packed with festive fun. Step through the spinning clock towers and join us in Christmas Town! Featuring Mrs Claus, Candy Cane Lane, Elf Village with Santa’s elves, a Christ-M…
Elf Academy
(Yorkshire & North East England) 4th Dec 2021 to 19th Dec 2021
Christmas is coming and to help spread the festive cheer, our popular Elf Academy is once again opening its doors to young recruits. Enrol on one of our special workshops and learn everything you need to know to gain your all-important Elf…
Santa’s Grotto
(Yorkshire & North East England) 4th Dec 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
Santa Claus is coming to town… Visit him in his snuggly Grotto at Eureka! this Christmas. Father Christmas is heading to Eureka! this December, his *ski-doo laden with gifts a-plenty, and he wants to meet YOU! *the sleigh’s in for an MOT…
Mother Goose by TaleGate Theatre
(Yorkshire & North East England) 11th Dec 2021 to 11th Dec 2021
Join TaleGate Theatre Productions for a cracking Christmas panto – Mother Goose! Feathers will fly as Fairy Virtue battles against Baron Vain in a traditional tale of good vs evil. Will Mother Goose be swayed to the dark side of vanity or w…
Santa’s Workshop – Weston Park Museum
(Yorkshire & North East England) 11th Dec 2021 to 23rd Dec 2021
Join Santa in his workshop to get creative and Christmassy at Weston Park Museum this December. Santa and his helpers have lined up some fantastically festive craft activities and storytelling for our younger visitors to enjoy in these spec…
Sleeping Beauty
(Yorkshire & North East England) 11th Dec 2021 to 16th Jan 2022
Billy Pearce, Bradford’s best-loved comic, returns to the Alhambra Theatre in his 22nd pantomime playing King Billy, joined by TV celebrity Dr Ranj playing The Royal Doctor, overseeing medical proceedings in the Royal Household.
Adventures of Peter Pan – The Pantomime
(Yorkshire & North East England) 14th Dec 2021 to 3rd Jan 2022
Hook your tickets now! Singing sensation Michael Auger from Britain’s Got Talent winners Collabro will headline in the starring role of Peter Pan, in the Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan this Christmas.
Disney On Ice – Find Your Hero
(Yorkshire & North East England) 16th Dec 2021 to 19th Dec 2021
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero, an adventure filled with tales of heroism from your favourite Disney stories. Got a question about the show – click here for answers to all the FAQ’s about Disney On Ice shows
A Christmas Carol
(Yorkshire & North East England) 17th Dec 2021 to 19th Dec 2021
The Penny Magpie Theatre Company are a group proudly based in York, with the ethos of working with local/regional actors. We strongly believe that talent come from all backgrounds and are proud to promote working-class and/or actors from un…
A Christmas Carol
(Yorkshire & North East England) 17th Dec 2021 to 19th Dec 2021
The Penny Magpie Theatre Company are a group proudly based in York, with the ethos of working with local/regional actors. We strongly believe that talent come from all backgrounds and are proud to promote working-class and/or actors from un…
Mission Imp-ossible
(Yorkshire & North East England) 18th Dec 2021 to 18th Dec 2021
Your mission begins with a message from Santa explaining the problem. Our Chief Imp will then issue you with a special piece of clothing and get you warmed up for your mission. The 3k route follows paths and tracks around Walltown Country P…
Christmas at the Farm
(Yorkshire & North East England) 18th Dec 2021 to 22nd Dec 2021
Join us at the farm this Christmas where you can enjoy a set lunch in the tearooms with sandwiches, mince pies/cakes and hot or cold drink. Then take a trailer ride to Santa’s grotto where each child will receive a special gift from the big…
Chinese New Year
(Yorkshire & North East England) 31st Jan 2022 to 6th Feb 2022
Chinese New Year takes place every year between late January and mid-February. The traditional festival, also known as the Spring Festival, will take place with venues across York holding their own celebrations to welcome in the Year of the…
Snowdrops in the Woodland
(Yorkshire & North East England) 5th Feb 2022 to 6th Mar 2022
Every February, thousands of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor here at Burton Agnes. Walking peacefully among these makes a truly memorable day out at the en…
Yorkshire Games Festival
(Yorkshire & North East England) 18th Feb 2022 to 22nd Feb 2022
A unique festival of all things gaming, celebrating games culture, design and production with special industry guests. Yorkshire Games Festival will return on 12–18 February 2022. With the Let’s Play weekend of family fun, Young Developers…
JORVIK Viking Festival
(Yorkshire & North East England) 19th Feb 2022 to 27th Feb 2022
Separate fact from fiction as we explore the life of Ragnar Lothbrok as we dine in style in the beautifully atmospheric Merchant Adventurers’ Hall. A dining experience not to be missed. Skal! When night falls at the Eye of York, gather with…
February half-term Sensory trail
(Yorkshire & North East England) 19th Feb 2022 to 27th Feb 2022
120 acres of peace and tranquillity in the heart of North Yorkshire. It’s yours to explore… A stunning landscape of parkland, lakes and ponds is the backdrop for a collection of more than 6,000 trees from around the world. Wander off to exp…
Half term Explorer Quest
(Yorkshire & North East England) 19th Feb 2022 to 27th Feb 2022
With spring just around the corner, get out and about this February half term on this brand new explorer quest. Track down the clues and solve the puzzles as you follow the family trail through the gardens of Brodsworth Hall, and enjoy a br…
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