The latest news from the city.
A guide to Harlequin Coffee House & Tea Room at 2b King's Square, York, covering its speciality coffee, loose-leaf teas, homemade cakes and the award-winning Attic upstairs, plus opening hours and accessibility.
York's Chocolate Story at King's Square has unveiled its biggest rebrand in 14 years, with a new burgundy and gold frontage and a revamped shop and hot chocolate hub. The full look opens 21 October, with guided tours, masterclasses and a run of Halloween and Christmas events to follow.
THOR'S on ICE, a covered outdoor rink in York's Museum Gardens, runs from 13 November to 3 January with timed slots and skate hire included. Covers booking, post-skate food and drink, and how to get there from the station.
Jardine Gallery and Workshop is a wildlife art gallery and ceramic studio at 12 Colliergate, near the Shambles, since April 2026. It sells prints, bronzes, ceramics and works by more than 50 artists, with prices from £25.00. Opening hours, contact details and shipping information are included.
A recap of the Pickering 1940s Weekend, which ran from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October, turning the North Yorkshire town into a WWII tribute with swing music, costumed characters and a parallel event at Eden Camp.
Katherine Jenkins performs her 25 Year Anniversary concert at York Barbican on Thursday 15 October at 7pm, with support from cellist Jodok Cello. This guide covers how to get tickets, the VIP options and the venue's entry rules.
From comic evening walks to family ghost hunts and theatrical attractions, York has plenty of spooky options this autumn. Here are the main tours, prices and Halloween dates for 2026.
The Human League headline York Museum Gardens on 3 July 2027 as part of the Live at York Museum Gardens series, with Go West, Blancmange and Toyah as guests. General ticket sales opened at 10am on 9 October.
A guide to Skosh on Micklegate, Neil Bentinck's Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant serving contemporary British small plates with international influences. Covers the menu, prices, the 2024 expansion, drinks and booking details.
Imperial Classical Ballet brings Swan Lake to York Barbican for a one-night-only performance on Monday 19 October at 7.30pm, complete with a full live orchestra. The post covers the story, the company's 20-year touring history and the ballet's origins.
