The Old Granary
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The Old Granary
The Old Granary is a rural studio at Riccall near the stunning Skipwith Common Nature Reserve, south of York. Home to workshops by Silver & Stone Jewellery.
What's on near The Old Granary
Rise Up! at The Bluebird Bakery York
A celebration of poetry with invited guests and ‘lucky dip’ open mic. In September, Ian Duhig, in October, Helen Mort.
From £10.00
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Ghosts of Temple Newsam
Join this spine-tingling tour and discover ghostly goings on at the big house, past and present.
From £15.00
Fungus Foray at Temple Newsam
Guided walk for families and beginners looking at Fungi at Temple Newsam.
The walk aims to find examples of all the major genus of fungi so that the participants can more
From £8.00
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Pumpkin Festival by Night at Swithens Farm
Spooky adventures await this October at Swithens Farm.
From £3.00
blackmilk at Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre
Happening as part of Transform 25, Tiran Willemse’s blackmilk is an intense solo exploring identity and stereotypes.
Free entry
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Northern Ballet presents Little Red Riding Hood
A little kindness goes a long way in this playful retelling of Little Red Riding Hood.
From £9.25
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Transform Festival 2025
Leeds’ Transform Festival is an engine room of powerful, urgent and trailblazing performance, visual arts, dance, conversations and adventure.
Free entry
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Leeds International Festival of Ideas at Leeds Playhouse
Leeds International Festival of Ideas (LIFI) returns this October with five days of bold conversations, big names and fresh perspectives.
From £8.00Where to go near The Old Granary
York
York Designer Outlet
Set within a beautifully landscaped garden setting, McArthurGlen York Designer Outlet is a must visit fashion and shopping destination.
York
Cycle Heaven
Destination cycle store and cafe, offering a high class bicycles, bike fitting, repair and servicing to the people of York since 1993.
York
York Castle Museum
York Castle Museum is a museum located in York, North Yorkshire, England, on the site of York Castle, which was originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068.
York
The National Centre for Early Music / York Early Music Festival
The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) is the national advocate of early music in England and a centre of excellence for music-making in the City of York.
York
Bish Bash Pot
Pottery painting and glass making for everyone in York city centre.
York
Spark:York
Spark:York is a radically new concept for York, housing street food, retail, co-working and entertainment. York’s new social hub.
York
St Mary’s Church
Construction of this wonderful church began on July 13th 1852. Much has changed since then, but the historical value and pleasure of visiting has only increased.
York
Art of Protest Gallery
Contemporary Art Gallery showcasing work inspired by political and social unrest.
York
Fairfax House
With a reputation as a classical architectural masterpiece of its age, Fairfax House was originally the winter home of Viscount Fairfax.
The York Dungeon
Prepare for an exciting adventure as you delve into the chilling history of York at the York Dungeon!
York
Blossom Street Gallery
An independent art gallery, design shop and gift emporium, based in historic York. They are proud to showcase the work of local and regional artists.
York District Guides
Culture Guides
Literature Events in the North
One to add to your TBR pile, our latest round-up is a bumper edition and features some amazing events in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and beyond...
Exhibitions in the North
Galleries in the North are far from spooky this October - instead you'll find tactile sculptures, plant magic and curatorial experiments.
Music in the North
From New York’s experimental underground to the most exciting sounds coming from local scenes, we're lining up a noisy autumn of gigs.
Theatre in the North
Theatre this month bursts with contrasts - from bold new writing and Black History Month highlights to contemporary arts and reimagined classics.
Cinema in the North
A host of Halloween horrors, experimental shorts, plus pioneering black British cinema make our October Cinema Guide.
Food and Drink in the North
Take some eating-out tips from our October guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Tours and Activities in the North
Step away from the usual. Tours and activities that spark curiosity, inspire creativity and offer something refreshingly different.