Days Out Yorkshire

TOMORROW: The biggest Iron Age hoard in UK history goes on display! 🛡️🏺 "Chariots, Treasure and Power" opens at the @YorkshireMuseum on May 15. Cauldrons, horse harnesses and more🏛️✨ #MelsonbyHoard #York #BritishHistory #MuseumNews #IronAge shorturl.at/6EYNA

The Romans are back in Eboracum! ⚔️ this May Half Term. Massive living history camps, military displays, and talks from @greg_jenner & Terry Deary! 🏛️ 📅 16–31 May (Big Weekend: 23–24 May) 📍 York Museum Gardens 🎟️ FREE entry to the camp! shorturl.at/TWeSV

Two festivals, one weekend! ⚓️🐟 Whitby celebrates its maritime soul on May 16-17 with the Fish and Ships Festival & the Maritime and Shanty Festival. Celebrity chefs, live folk music, and plenty of coastal magic. 🌊🎶 #Whitby #Yorkshire #SeaShanty #FishAndShips #Coast

The tanks are rolling in! 🚜💨 Don’t miss #YorkshireWartime 2026, Doncaster (7-9 August). 🎖️ Fri 7th: The Quiet Day Chat with re-enactors & avoid the crowds 💥 Sat & Sun: Explosive arena battles & 500+ vehicles. Full details: daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #Yorkshire #History #DaysOut

Wands up, York! 🪄 #WizardFest is back 🐲✨ From dragon to meet, LEGO magic, the famous Wizard Walk & a massive costume parade, the city is buzzing with enchantment. 🏰🧙‍♂️ The most magical weekend of the year! daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #York #FamilyFun #MayHalfTerm #Yorkshire

Ruins, gardens, and... stoats? 🦦⛪ Mount Grace Priory is the ultimate North Yorkshire hidden gem. Explore the "silent" world of Carthusian monks and a stunning Arts & Crafts manor house all in one spot. 🌿 Full guide: 🔗shorturl.at/b3VKL #DaysOutYorkshire #EnglishHeritage

Ready, set, GROW! 🌻🚜 The Harrogate Spring Flower Show is back from 23-26 April! Experience world-class floral displays, stunning show gardens, and the best garden shopping in the North. 🌷✨ #Harrogate #GardenDesign #SpringEvents #FlowerShow

Snooker is coming home! 🎱🏙️ The World Snooker Championship kicks off at Crucible on April 18th Green Carpet Ceremony: Fri 17 April, 1pm📍 Fan Zone: Tudor Square Big screens, live play & guest appearances. #SnookerCity! 🏆 #WorldSnookerChampionship #Crucible #Sheffield #Snooker

FREE Bank Holiday Day Out! 🎡🌳 Graves Park Country Show is back in Sheffield on Mon, May 4 🚲 Extreme Stunts 🐶 Fun Dog Show 🚜 Vintage Tractors 🛍️ Artisan Market 🦅 Birds of Prey All you need to know daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #Sheffield #BankHoliday #DaysOutYorkshire #FreeDaysOut

📸 The world’s best wildlife photography is coming to the Yorkshire Coast! The @NHM_WPY exhibition opens at Sewerby Hall on May 9th. 🌍 Experience 100 powerful images capturing the wonder of the natural world. 📅 9 May – 19 July📍 Sewerby Hall, Bridlington

The first big foodie weekend of the year is here! 🌊🍴The Scarborough Food & Drink Festival takes over the Open Air Theatre 11 & 12 April . 60+ global street food stalls, artisan gins, and family fun. Entry is FREE. #Scarborough" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #Yorkshire #Foodie #DaysOut

☀️🚜 The Duncombe Park Country Fair is back on May 4th. Think stunt horses, vintage cars, local crafts, and dog-friendly fun in the heart of Helmsley! 🐶🍦 Read our full guide for ticket prices and times: 👇 daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #DaysOutYorkshire #Yorkshire #BankHoliday

🎨 BIG NEWS: @NationalGallery is coming to @OakwellHall tomorrow! Follow a trail of 14 life-size masterpieces (including Van Gogh! 🌻) hidden across the country park. It’s free, outdoors, and perfect for a Saturday stroll. Runs until 30.09.26 #Yorkshire #DaysOut #NationalGallery

Who’s ready for some medieval chaos in Leeds this weekend? ⚔️🐎 The International Jousting Tournament returns to @Royal_Armouries Fri, April 3 We’ve put together a quick guide to plan your visit! 🛡️✨ 👉 shorturl.at/51WPs #Leeds #EasterHolidays #DaysOutYorkshire

Looking for a bit of spring magic? 🌸✨ The Orchid Festival at Burton Agnes Hall is NOW OPEN! Explore the Great Hall filled with hundreds of rare blooms and enjoy the Easter trails in the gardens. 🐣🌷 Daily until April 12th. More: 👉shorturl.at/WIAwx #OrchidFestival

Forget the Grand National—the Mascot Gold Cup is where the real drama happens! 🦊🏃‍♂️ Join the chaos at @WetherbyRaces on Sunday, April 26th. 100+ mascots, 6 fences, and 1 Guinness World Record.Proceeds support @Sue_Ryder. The funniest race in Yorkshire! 🏆 shorturl.at/Zlfz5

Doors are OPEN! 🏛️ Cartwright Hall reopened today in #Bradford Don't miss the premiere of Jim Moir: Neo Fauna. 🐦🎨 Experience the surreal birds & quirky characters created by @JamesMoir10. 📍 Cartwright Hall, Lister Park 📅 Until Aug 31 🆓 Free entry! #JimMoir #ArtReopening

Looking for a unique Yorkshire vantage point? 🗺️ Withernsea Lighthouse is a maritime anomaly—a towering white beacon standing right in the middle town! 🏠⚓️ A true East Riding gem. Who’s joining the climb? 🧗‍♂️ shorturl.at/vWioc #Yorkshire #Lighthouse #HiddenGems

Looking for a North Yorkshire escape? Kiplin Hall & Gardens is now open for the 2026 season. 🏰🌿 it’s a premier destination for history and nature lovers alike. Great for families too—with dedicated play areas 🧸🌷 Details: shorturl.at/PjoJP #KiplinHall #Yorkshire

⚙️ The gears are turning! Haworth Steampunk Weekend returns: May 2-3, 2026! 🎩✨ Free daytime entertainment all in aid of Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. ❤️ Market 🛍️ Performers 💃 Rhythmic Atmosphere 🥁 Get the full schedule:daysoutyorkshire.com/whats-on/year/… #HaworthSteampunk #SteampunkUK