Events Around York

Discover what Christmas would be like in the 1930s at Fountains Hall this festive season. Make your own paper chain or snowflake decoration, challenge your family to a game of snakes and ladders, dress up as they would have done and delve your hand into a stocking to see what you would have received on Christmas...

Get in the festive spirit making your own wonderfully woolly star decoration. Take shelter in Swanley Grange and have a go at being creative. All the materials are provided to make these lovely homemade decorations. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Follow the stars to discover scenes of the nativity by the abbey and in the garden. Follow the stars to discover kings, angels and donkeys by the abbey and in the garden. Local artist Shane Green has created life-size wooden sculptures recreating scenes from the nativity. Can you find them all' Booking Not Needed.

Dance to the tunes of the Sugar Plum Fairy and marvel at the christmas cheer unfolding around you, as the festive Nutcracker themed extravaganza explodes across the magical setting of Kirkstall Abbey this December.

Come along and enjoy our new Christmas Tree Festival. All trees will be decorated and sponsored by local businesses. You will be able to vote for your favourite tree plus there will be a raffle each day. Seasonal refreshments will be served in the cafe.

Are you set on making a sporty start in the new year' Nostell parkrun is celebrating New Year’s Day with a special 5km run to get you active in the outdoors.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Join in this free weekly 5km timed run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. People of every ability are encouraged to get involved; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.

Join Nostells Curator Simon McCormack and our experienced team of volunteers for a talk, coffee and cake followed by a tour of select rooms and artefacts. To book your place call 01924 863892. Booking Essential. Phone: 01924 863892.

Explore Nostell’s wildlife, landscape and history in this 2.5 mile guided walk. Our knowledgeable walk leader will guide you on a brief history of the estate, from the original Augustinian priory to Robert Adam’s Obelisk Lodge.

Pocket Panto production of: Dick Whittington Join our hero Dick Whittington as he seeks fame and fortune on the street of old London Town. Fun and laughter at this lovely Panto . North Stainley Village Hall : Sunday 16th of December 1.30pm to 3.

Discharge, Spunk Volcano & The Eruptions and Born To Destruct. Artists performing: Discharge.: Tickets avaiable.

A festive Victorian Market with 30 stalls selling handmade gifts from 10am till 3pm. All local businesses & halping to support 3 charities. Free entry, café with light refreshments available. Carol singers performing at 12pm Mulled wine & mince pies throughout the day.

Blow away the cobwebs and start the New Year by getting out and about. Join us on a refreshing circular property walk and take in the breathtaking views. Join our guide on this walk to get off the trodden path at Brimham. Get a feel for the size of the site while taking in new views rarely seen by most visitors.

Farsley Farmers Market is a free, Community event which runs all year round on 4th Saturday of every month, in St Johns Hall & Grounds. n.b. we take a break in August. With a selection of our best Makers and Bakers this Market, we are ready for you! Are you joining us? Toy Exchange Bucket. Disabled facilities.

Come and enjoy carols and coffee on this last Saturday before Christmas. All are welcome - come and go as you please.

Christmas Concert with Beverley Brass Band, held in Welton Memorial Hall. Doors open 7pm for 7:30pm start. Free entrance. Mulled wine on sale with free mince pie. Bar available in Welton Memorial Club for all other drink refreshments

Big Screen. Iconic Film. World Class Musicians.Experience the magic of The Snowman in a whole new way this Christmas The world’s most prolific performers of The Snowman film with live orchestra, Carrot Productions are delighted to be bringing their enchanting Christmas show to Liverpool Cathedral.

As part of the Ilkley Arts Festival, Cantores Olicanae invite you to their Christmas Concert featuring ’A Ceremony of Carols’ by Benjamin Britten ( with harp ) plus a seasonal mixture of carols old and new with opportunities for audience participation.

From melting glaciers to nuclear bunkers, ?In Search of Frankenstein reveals the present-day landscape that once inspired Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking novel.

This winter, join in the fun and enjoy your favourite Christmas show in the cinema for the first time ever! The much anticipated annual CBeebies Christmas Show is coming to the big screen for a family-friendly cinema experience.

For their eighth fully animated feature, Illumination and Universal Pictures present The Grinch, based on Dr. Seuss’ beloved holiday classic. The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit.

Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet.

Seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer - until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight.