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York, UK
York - a vibrant festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, offering an adventure for everyone.
With more attractions per square mile than any other city in the UK, York is full of culture, art, history and heritage. It’s the perfect location for a day visit, a weekend adventure or a longer stay exploring in and around the city.
Visitors can immerse in everything from must-see attractions, iconic historic buildings, vibrant performing arts to hidden gems, as well as charming pubs, cosy cafés, exquisite fine dining restaurants and unique boutique retailers. This guide will be an inspiration for a truly unforgettable adventure in York. Be sure to let your audience know to drop by the Visitor Information Centre on Parliament Street, where the welcoming team is ready to enhance their experience and ensure they make the most of their visit to York.
You can view a digital guide here: https://issuu.com/visityork/docs/visitors_guide_2024_digital
Save money while sightseeing with a Visit York Pass! York's official sightseeing card which gives entry to top attractions in York, including York Minster, City Cruises York, JORVIK Viking Centre and more!
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Annual Diesel Gala at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join us for four fantastic days celebrating the sights, sounds and sheer power of heritage diesel locomotives, all set against the breath-taking backdrop of the North York Moors National Park.
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Meet Paddington™ at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join us on Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th May at Pickering Station, where the beloved Paddington™ will be making special appearances throughout the day.
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Theakstons Beer Festival and Harvest Festival at Ripon Races
On this day we are supporting Ripon Community House with our Harvest Festival Initiative.
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Afternoon Racing at Ripon Races
This is a perfect day out for all the family and as always we welcome junior racegoers, with FREE admission for accompanied under 18′s.
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Bank Holiday Family Day at Ripon Races
Not only do we have our final family fun day of the season, on our Bank Holiday showdown on Monday 25th August we look forward to our only listed race of the season.
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William Hill Great St Wilfrid at Ripon Races
Our most valuable race day of the season on Saturday 16th August which last year had over £144,000 of prize money on offer including a total pot of £75,000 for our feature race.
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Go Racing in Yorkshire Festival at Ripon Races
Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival – Afternoon meeting.
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Evening Racing at Ripon Races
2025 we will again offer reduced price entry to our evening meetings.
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