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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 6h

When the calendar hits 1 October… 🚌🧛🎃 Make the most of your spooky day out with York Park & Ride, making it easy to travel into the city and spend more time enjoying the scares, sights and stories. #ad Park. Ride. Fright. 🦇 Plan your visit at visityork.org/haunted-york

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🎄 Festive adventures are waiting this #ChristmasInYork! Explore twinkling streets, seasonal events and much-loved attractions, then make time for independent shopping, cosy cafés and plenty of brilliant places to eat and drink. ✨ Plan your festive visit: visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Autumn colours at the Castle Howard Arboretum 🍂 Take a seasonal stroll through the peaceful glades, forests and past ponds. Don’t forget to stop by the Red Squirrel Enclosure to try and spot the new arrival, David Attenborough (as named by public vote). #ad 🔗 castlehoward.co.uk/arboretum

Bright yellow and red trees in the foreground with a green glade in the background

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

One of our city's iconic streets. ❤️ With its overhanging timber-framed buildings, independent shops and unmistakable character, the Shambles is a must-see on any visit to York. Plan your trip at visityork.org 📷 QB_THE_FOODIESTA

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

🛍️ Discover York’s independent side at Shambles Market. Open seven days a week, the market is home to a fantastic mix of independent traders offering everything from gifts and handmade products to food, drink and local finds. Find out more: visityork.org/business-directory/shambles-market/p2

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Make York your festive adventure this Christmas.🎄 From seasonal events to much-loved attractions, and brilliant restaurants, there’s plenty to enjoy. York Christmas Market will be open six days a week, and closed on Tuesdays for its weekly rest day. #ChristmasInYork: visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Royal Mile Whiskies has opened its brand new shop on Coney Street, and this Saturday they're throwing a celebration. 🥃 Say hello to the team and enjoy 10% off when you spend £30 or more in store. 📍 Coney Street 📆 26th September, 10-8pm 🔗 royalmilewhiskies.com

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Hold your nerve . . . the sell-out West End & international phenomenon, Paranormal Activity, comes to the Grand Opera House York for one week only👻 🗓️ Tue 29 Sep - Sat 3 Oct #ad 🎟️ Book now | atgtickets.com/york

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A little York wander never disappoints. ✨ Colourful streets, independent finds, cosy places to eat and plenty of character around every corner. Sometimes the best plans are the ones that start with a stroll. ❤️ Plan your trip at visityork.org 📷 QB_THE_FOODIESTA

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This autumn, discover more of the stories behind one of York’s most remarkable landmarks 🏛️ York Minster is a masterpiece shaped by centuries of history, with soaring Gothic architecture, magnificent stained glass, historic spaces and remarkable craftsmanship. #ad 🔗 yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Win a family adventure at The Hole In Wand! 🪄 You and your family could take on 9 holes of magical mini golf, before finishing your adventure with a magical potion and a tasty cake. Enter on Instagram: instagram.com/visityork ✍️ T&Cs apply: visityork.org/the-hole-in-wand-giveaway-terms-conditions

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Take a closer look at one of York’s most spectacular sights. ⛪✨ From its soaring towers to the intricate stonework covering its exterior, York Minster is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Head inside to discover more. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🎄 50 days to go! The countdown to York Christmas Market 2026 is on. The market will be open six days a week, closed Tuesday as the weekly rest dayt. 📅 12 November – 21 December 2026 Start planning your #ChristmasInYork: visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

👻 #HauntedYork needs you. The Intervention starts here. 🕯️ York’s hauntings are getting a little out of hand. This autumn, uncover dark history, brave ghostly experiences, and discover plenty of frighteningly good places to eat, drink and stay. 🎃 Discover more: visityork.org/haunted-york

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🛍️ Looking for a little piece of York to take home? The Visit York Visitor Information Centre is filled with gifts and souvenirs. From locally inspired keepsakes and York-themed gifts to books, prints, postcards and plenty more, there’s lots to browse. 📍 28 Back Swinegate 👉 visityork.org/vic

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Oakwood Lodges offers a relaxing countryside escape near York. 👌 Overlooking a peaceful lake, the lodges are ideally placed for exploring the local coastline, surrounding countryside and York city centre. #ad Book your stay now: oakwood-lodges.co.uk/

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Look a little closer at York Minster this autumn. ⛪🍂 Beyond its breath taking scale are centuries of stories, intricate details and architectural treasures waiting to be discovered. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

ℹ️ Visitor Information Centre update Good news, the Visit York Visitor Information Centre is back open today! You’ll find us at Back Swinegate, where our friendly team can help with recommendations, tickets, maps and inspiration. Pop in and say hello! Find out more: loom.ly/nE8Uvlc

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📖 Your York adventure starts here! Planning what to see and do in the city? Pop into the Visit York Visitor Information Centre and pick up a free York Mini Guide, packed with inspiration to help you make the most of your visit. 👉 Find out more: visityork.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

ℹ️ Visitor Information Centre update The Visit York Visitor Information Centre will remain closed today due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologise for any inconvenience. We’ll share a further update tomorrow. In the meantime, you can find helpful information at visityork.org.

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🎄 Festive adventures are waiting for you at #ChristmasInYork. Explore seasonal events, much-loved attractions, independent shops, cosy cafés, restaurants and more. York Christmas Market will also return six days a week, closed on Tuesdays for its weekly rest day. 🔗 visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

ℹ️ Visitor Information Centre update Our Visit York Visitor Information Centre is temporarily closed for essential maintenance. We’re sorry for any inconvenience and we’ll share an update as soon as we’re back open. In the meantime, you can still find information at visityork.org.

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🍂 This autumn, slow down and take time to discover York Minster in greater depth 🍂 Explore centuries of history, remarkable craftsmanship and extraordinary architecture, from its world-famous stained glass to the stories hidden within its stonework. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🎄 Plan your #ChristmasInYork. York Christmas Market returns from 12 November to 21 December 2026, filling Parliament Street with festive chalets. The market will be open six days a week, closed on Tuesdays for a weekly rest day. 🔗 visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

One of those views that could only be York. ❤️ Crooked timber-framed buildings, hanging shop signs and centuries of history around every corner, the Shambles never loses its magic. ✨ 📍 Shambles, York Plan your visit: visityork.org 📷 ajillitea

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Make York Minster part of your next day in York. ⛪✨ Take your time exploring this extraordinary building, from its beautiful stained glass and grand spaces to the fascinating stories that have shaped it through the centuries. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

✨ See Fountains Abbey in a whole new light this October. On selected evenings, Fountains by Floodlight transforms the abbey ruins with dramatic illuminations, live music and street food, creating a brilliant autumn evening out. 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now. #ad loom.ly/FnUSqOc

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

📍 Visiting York? Make the Visit York Visitor Information Centre one of your first stops. Pop in for friendly local advice, inspiration on things to see and do, information on events and attractions, maps, tickets and plenty of ideas for exploring York and beyond. Find out more: visityork.org/vic

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Only a few days left to see all 12 Watchers together! The Watchers of York Final Gathering at York Minster finishes on 13 September, so there’s not long left to see the complete collection in the Chapter House. A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗visityork.org/watchers-trail

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

There’s nowhere quite like York Minster. ✨ From its soaring Gothic architecture to its magnificent stained glass, discover centuries of history, craftsmanship and stories at the heart of York. ⛪ #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Plan your Christmas adventure in York 🎄 From seasonal events and brilliant attractions to independent shopping, cosy cafés, restaurants and plenty more, there’s always something to discover across the city. Plan your festive visit: visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Looking back on the last of the summer sunshine in York. ☀️ The Shambles was looking especially lovely under blue skies, with visitors exploring its independent shops, historic buildings and little details around every corner. ❤️ Plan your visit: visityork.org 📷 pack_the_plate

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

There’s so much to discover at York Minster this autumn. ⛪✨ And until 13 September, there’s even more to see, with all 12 Watchers sculptures gathered together in the Chapter House following their summer across York. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This Halloween, York's snickleways come alive with Ragnell Hagathorn's Twilight Tales. 👻 Ghosts, witches, folklore and mischief, told by the city's own Hedge Witch at York Witch Walk. Light and dark, but always ends well. Magia Inspira! 🎃 #ad Book now: witchwalk.co.uk/

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

All 12 Watchers in one place 👀 The Watchers of York have returned to the place that inspired them, with the complete collection now on display together at York Minster’s Chapter House. 📅 Until 13 September A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗 visityork.org/watchers-trail

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Christmas is returning to York this November 🎄 York Christmas Market will be open six days a week, bringing festive shopping, food and drink, and plenty of Christmas atmosphere to Parliament Street. 📅 12 November – 21 December 2026 🕥 10.30am – 7pm, Wednesday–Monday 🔗 visityork.org/christmas

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

📍 POV: you took the scenic route through York. Cobbled streets, hidden snickelways and a pretty spectacular York Minster view waiting at the end. ❤️ Who else could wander around York for hours? 👣✨ Plan your trip at visityork.org 📷 jdvphotos #VisitYork #LoveYork

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Keep your eyes peeled when exploring York Minster. 👀✨ Look beyond the grand architecture and you’ll find fascinating little details everywhere, from intricate carvings and curious faces to centuries-old craftsmanship hidden in plain sight. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

🗿 The Watchers are back together! After a summer spent keeping watch across York, all 12 Watchers have now reunited for their Final Gathering at York Minster. 📅 Until 13 September A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗 visityork.org/watchers-trail

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Introducing our #VYTA26 winners! 🏆 🌍 International Tourism Award 🏅 Winner: Castle Howard With strong storytelling, excellent presentation and memorable experiences, it continues to inspire visitors from near and far. 🏢 Award sponsor: Expedia Group 🔗 loom.ly/Zo3nW_I

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

⏰ Final chance to take home a Watcher — bid now: uk.givergy.com/watchersofyork 👀🎨 Ten unique sculptures from this summer’s Watchers Trail are up for auction, and time is running out to make one yours. 🔥 Bidding closes Thursday 10 September 2026. A Make It York event with York Minster.

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Head beneath York Minster and uncover another layer of the city’s story. ⛪ Explore the Crypt and discover fascinating archaeology, historic remains and stories stretching back centuries, all beneath one of York’s most iconic landmarks. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

👀 The Watchers have finished their summer trail, but there’s one final gathering still to come... From the 3rd to 13th September, all 12 Watchers will be together at the Chapter House in York Minster. A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗 visityork.org/watchers-trail

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🍂 Happy 1st September!🎃 Autumn is officially on its way in York, bringing crisp walks along the city walls, golden leaves, cosy cafés and plenty of reasons to wrap up and explore. Here’s to the start of cosy season in one of the best places to enjoy it. 🔗 visityork.org

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

In York and not sure where to start? Pop into the Visit York Visitor Information Centre and say hello to our friendly team! ❤️ From local tips to maps, guides and York-inspired gifts, we’re here to help you make the most of your visit. 📍 Back Swinegate Find out more: visityork.org/vic

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Win tickets for 4 people to visit The York Dungeon! 👻 Jump, scream and laugh your way through York’s dark and gruesome history as you come face to face with some seriously frightful characters along the way. Enter on Instagram: instagram.com/visityork T&Cs apply: loom.ly/b85KXL0

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

☀️ Catching the last of #SummerInYork 💛 As September arrives, we’re making the most of those final sunny days, from riverside views and historic streets to outdoor moments across the city. Plan your visit: visityork.org/summer

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

👀 The Watchers Trail has ended — next stop, York Minster. visityork.org/events/watchers-final-gathering-at-york-minster From 3–13 September, see the full collection in the Chapter House — each hand-painted sculpture inspired by York Minster’s famous medieval grotesques.

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today is the final day to follow the trail and uncover the stories behind York’s city guardians. Start at the Visit York Visitor Information Centre, collect your leaflet and begin the adventure. A Make It York event, in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗 visityork.org/watchers-trail

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visityork.bsky.social @visityork.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Introducing #vyta26 winners! 🏆 🏆 The Best of York Award 🏅 Winner: The York Dungeon With powerful guest engagement and a strong community focus, The York Dungeon stands out as a flagship York attraction. 🏢 Award sponsored by: York St John University 🔗 loom.ly/Zo3nW_I

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