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Experience the magic of a Victorian Christmas on our world-famous cobbled street, Kirkgate.

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Stroll along our beautifully decorated cobbled street Kirkgate. Meet our Victorian residents and discover the stories behind the traditions of Christmas.

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10 & 11 Dec and 17 – 24 Dec

Back by popular demand, Chris Cade will perform his unique one man family show of A Christmas Carol under the garlands on Kirkgate.

3 & 4 Dec, 10 & 11 Dec and 17 – 24 Dec

Follow a festive mystery trail to find Father Christmas! Discover the traditions of a Victorian Christmas, meeting costumed characters and solving festive puzzles before meeting Father Christmas. £5 PER CHILD Includes a traditional Christmas gift.

Activities take place throughout the day with no need to book and are included in museum admission unless otherwise stated – and remember Kids Go Free!* Early closing: 24 December.

www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk

FREE Admission with your YMT Card *Kids go FREE – Children 16 and under go free with a paying adult; maximum 4 children per adult. Offer does not apply to organised groups.

Information correct at time of print.

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Wrap up warm and discover the delights of the city at the most wonderful time of the year. With fairs, family fun and festive events to enjoy, York is an enchanting winter wonderland.

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Whether you want to find Father Christmas, see a pantomime, get your skates on at the Ice Factor or explore the market stalls at York St Nicholas Fair, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty to keep you entertained from November right the way through to the New Year. This guide has got the season all wrapped up with essential information and key dates to ensure you celebrate in style!

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Festive Family Fun 12 Shopping Streets 16 York St Nicholas Fair 20

Hello 2017! 31 Ice Trail 34 The Great Festive Escape 38 Getting to York 42

Sometimes things change! Please check our website for additional information, updates and events www.visityork.org/events

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Cards for Good Causes 12 Oct – 17 Dec St Helen’s & St Martin’s Church cardsforcharity.co.uk Made in Yorkshire Early Christmas Festival 31 Oct - 6 Nov Parliament Street madeinyorkshire.org.uk 1920’s Christmas Experience Nov & Dec Nunnington Hall nationaltrust.org.uk Santa Cruise and Christmas Nights Afloat Nov & Dec (selected dates) YorkBoat, Lendal Bridge yorkboat.co.uk Christmas Adventure 2 Nov - 3 Jan Stockeld Park stockeldpark.co.uk Living North Christmas Fair 10 - 13 Nov York Racecourse livingnorth.com Christmas Craft Events 12 Nov & 26 Nov York Castle Museum yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk

The Keeping of Christmas 15 Nov - 31 Dec Fairfax House fairfaxhouse.co.uk Festive First Night 17 Nov St Helen’s Square visityork.org/christmas Thor’s Tipi 17 Nov - 23 Dec Parliament Street thorstipi.com York St. Nicholas Fair 17 Nov - 23 Dec Various locations visityork.org/Christmas Castle Howard at Christmas 19 Nov - 23 Dec Castle Howard castlehoward.co.uk Medieval Christmas Experience 17 Nov – 5 Jan Barley Hall barleyhall.co.uk/christmas Christmas Gift Fair 19 - 20 Nov Skelton Garden Centre yorkchristmasfair.com

Christmas Craft Fair 19-20 Nov The Moors National Park Centre, Danby northyorkmoors.org.uk Ice Factor at Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland 19 Nov – 2 Jan York Designer Outlet theicefactor.co.uk York Does Vintage 20 Nov Merchant Adventurers’ Hall britaindoesvintage.co.uk Kirkgate Victorian Christmas 26 Nov – 24 Dec York Castle Museum yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk Made in Yorkshire Festive Fayre 24 Nov – 18 Dec The Guildhall madeinyorkshire.org.uk/events Father Christmas’ Grotto 26 Nov – 20 Dec Fountains Abbey nationaltrust.org.uk Music and Lights 26 Nov – 31 Dec Fountains Abbey nationaltrust.org.uk

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Christmas Chocolate Tours Throughout Dec York’s Chocolate Story yorkschocolatestory.com Santa Specials 3 Dec – 21 Dec (weekends) North Yorkshire Moors Railway nymr.co.uk Santa Special Dec (selected dates) The Deep thedeep.co.uk A Christmas Mystery 3 Dec – 24 Dec York Castle Museum yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk York Early Music Christmas Festival 8 - 15 Dec The National Centre for Early Music ncem.co.uk Cinderella at York Theatre Royal 8 Dec – 28 Jan York Theatre Royal yorktheatreroyal.co.uk Aladdin at Grand Opera House 9 Dec – 1 Jan Grand Opera House atgtickets.com/york

A Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair with Living North 9 & 10 Dec The Garden Rooms at Tennants Leyburn tennantsgardenrooms.com Lullaby for the King 10 Dec Fairfax House fairfaxhouse.co.uk Ice Trail 10 - 11 Dec Various locations visityork.org/christmas Bah Humbug! 10 –11 & 17-24 Dec York Castle Museum yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk York’s Annual Community Carols Concert 11 Dec York Barbican yorkcommunitycarols.co.uk Carols by Candlelight 11 Dec Fountains Abbey nationaltrust.org.uk

The Snowman & the Nutcracker 16 Dec York Barbican yorkbarbican.co.uk Kate Rusby at Christmas 18 Dec York Barbican yorkbarbican.co.uk 9 Lessons and Carols 22 & 24 Dec York Minster yorkminster.org First Eucharist of Christmas 24 Dec York Minster yorkminster.org Solemn Eucharist of Christmas Day, Matins & Solemn Evensong 25 Dec York Minster yorkminster.org Readings and Carols at the Crib 26 Dec York Minster yorkminster.org Sometimes things change! Please check our website for additional information and updated events: www.visityork.org/events

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Seasonal themed tours throughout December ● Explore how chocolate shaped our city at Christmas ● Enjoy handmade festive chocolates ● Perfect Christmas shopping

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You have one hour to beat North Yorkshire’s first live escape room experience. For a fun break from Christmas shopping, you can crack the codes, solve the puzzles, and unlock your imagination at Gr8escape York – where time is key.

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Treasurer’s House, York Discover the Demolition and Restoration display this winter and from November, the house is dressed for an Edwardian Christmas with the popular Christmas pudding scone on the menu.

Open daily until 31 October then Thursday – Sunday 10 November – 18 December, 11am – 4pm 01904 624247 | www.nationaltrust.org.uk/treasurershouse

Rediscover the Lost Traditions of a Medieval Christmas 17th Nov 2016 to 5th Jan 2017 Join the lady of the house, Joan Snawsell of Barley Hall, as she prepares her household to welcome the great and good of York for the festive season. Expect to see greenery and colour as you explore the different rooms, each dressed to reflect the activities taking place in and around this restored medieval townhouse.

Make Yourself at Home www.barleyhall.co.uk/christmas

Barley Hall is owned by York Archaeological Trust a registered Charity in England & Wales (No. 509060) and Scotland (SCO42846).

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There’s entertainment and enchanting events for the whole family right up to Christmas Day in and around York. Discover the traditions and magic of a Victorian Christmas at York Castle Museum, where you can follow a special children’s mystery trail to find Father Christmas, or learn the true meaning of Christmas with Ebenezer Scrooge in a one-man family show. Dive into Christmas at The Deep and visit Santa’s Grotto in a unique underwater-themed setting, or dig, delve and discover the fun side of history with A Little Diggers Christmas at DIG!

Skate through the season at the Ice Factor at York Designer Outlet and head to Barley Hall’s Medieval Christmas Experience to live the lost traditions of medieval Christmastide. Visit Fairfax House in all its splendour as it celebrates The Keeping of Christmas with magnificent festive installations. Visit Holy Trinity - a magical candle-lit church, and if you’re feeling peckish stop for a spot of festive fodder in heritage surroundings at The Bar Convent. Delay bedtime and have a night in the stalls to find out if the shoe fits with a performance of Cinderella at York Theatre Royal, or fasten your seat belts for an exciting carpet ride with Aladdin at the Grand Opera House. Panto at Christmas is a York tradition and one not to be missed.

Santa Spotting There’s plenty of opportunities to meet the man in red this Christmas as Father Christmas will be making some very special appearances in York... Step upon Santa’s steam-train for an unforgettable journey through the North York Moors National Park on the Santa Specials, a train tour with Father Christmas and his elves on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. He’ll also be visiting Castle Howard to make his list of presents to deliver by the roaring log fire, and kids can enjoy a fun-filled breakfast with Santa at Stockeld Park’s Christmas Adventure, where he’ll be handing out presents to all the good girls and boys. Be sure to visit Father Christmas in his cosy wooden grotto just outside York’s Chocolate Story in Shambles Market, launching on the Family Weekend of the 3 and 4 December. Little ones can meet the man himself and get a photograph with him to remember a special Christmas in York. Afterwards, explore the history of chocolate in York at Christmas with a guided tour at York’s Chocolate Story.

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York is the ultimate shopping city where you can tick everything off your gift list. You’ll be spoilt for choice with unique boutiques and specialist shops whilst wandering the ancient cobbled streets. Celebrate an independent Christmas with Small Business Christmas at The Judge's Lodging, where you can purchase locallymade handcrafted gifts. There’s festive treats for the whole family at the vibrant street stalls of St Nicholas Fair on Parliament Street and across the city centre. This year you can browse the cosy wooden huts from 17 November right up to 23 December - take a look at our map on page 22 to find out more. If you’re buying for the foodie of the family, head over to Gillygate or visit the delicatessens of Fossgate and Goodramgate. For a fashionista, you’ll find luxury labels along Stonegate and high-street favourites down Coppergate and Coney Street. Shop along Davygate and be charmed by Pandora’s stunning Christmas collection and delight a chocolate-lover with a sweet treat from York's Chocolate Story on Kings Square. You’ll find the perfect present for an art lover down Micklegate.

If you’re looking for something extra special this Christmas, visit family-owned Bradley’s Jewellers on Low Petergate and browse their collection of British crafted jewellery. Window Shopping Experience a ‘living advent calendar’ as 25 locations in York will light up their windows with magnificent decorative displays. There’ll be a different window illuminated every day right up until Christmas Day, with the first being at Visit York’s Information Centre! Whilst you’re there, pop in and browse the quality range of locally produced crafts & gifts on offer and pick up some maps and guides, plus your York Pass – the easy way to see all the city’s top attractions. Out of Town Take a short trip to Vangarde for inspired gift ideas or visit McArthurGlen’s York Designer Outlet where you’ll find big brands at discounted prices. Don’t miss Monks Cross Shopping Park where you will find all of your favourite high-street stores. Love Vintage? For quirky gifts and vintage treasures, visit the medieval Merchant Adventurers' Hall on 20 November for the York Does Vintage Fair.

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Late Night Shopping Enjoy late-night shopping every Thursday during the run up to Christmas from the Festive First Night on 17 November.

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Book Your Stay You’ll need a few days to explore everything at York’s Christmas Festival. To book your visit now and experience a York Christmas at its very best, contact the Visit York Information Centre on 01904 550099, email info@visityork.org or check out www.visityork.org/christmas.

St Nicholas Fair, York Christmas Festival’s Scandinavian-style festive market, fills the streets with magical market stalls and merriment from 17 November right up to 23 December. Soak up the atmosphere and aromas of warming mulled wine and freshly cooked food whilst you wander and enjoy a unique shopping experience. The Festive First Night takes place on 17 November, kick-starting the celebrations across York this Christmas. The night will see the official opening of the St Nicholas Fair and the Christmas light switch on, with illuminations bigger and better than ever sprinkling light across the city’s cobbled streets. Traditional chalets will shine out from their positions along Parliament Street, St Sampson’s Square and The Judge’s Lodging, where Small Business Christmas will be taking place. The Made In Yorkshire Festive Fayre will be held at the Guildhall and this year there’s new sites such as Davygate and

Coppergate, where you’ll be spoilt for choice with inspired gift and stocking filler ideas. Local flavour will fill York’s famous Shambles Market, with an array of tasty treats on offer. Thor’s Tipi is back on Parliament Street after a popular first season, the perfect place to snuggle up around a log fire and enjoy a hot chocolate or something stronger. There’s a choice of mulled wine, Christmas cocktails and draft ales available from an independent licensed bar. There’s even an outdoor BBQ – not the first thing that springs to mind at Christmas time! Brass instruments will provide the soundtrack to your York Christmas Festival experience with a fanfare on Brass Band Weekend between the 19 and 20 November and there’ll be a generous sprinkling of carols during Choirs Weekend between 26 and 27 November. Plus, don’t miss the glittering ice sculptures which will line the streets of York during the Ice Trail weekend of 10 and 11 December.

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Celebrate an independent Christmas at Small Business Christmas, where you’ll find locally made, handcrafted gifts.

You’ll find artistic gift inspiration at the Made in Yorkshire Festive Fayre between 24 Nov and 18 Dec.

Find foodie treats and quirky crafts in the range of stalls at St Sampson’s Square and the chalets along Davygate.

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Browse the Scandinavianstyle stalls then head to Thor’s Tipi to warm up with a mulled wine by the fire.

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historic buildings and beautiful architecture. Käthe Wohlfahrt is renowned for the intricate craftsmanship of Christmas decorations and gifts making it a favourite for unique and specialist decorations around the world. Every room in the York store has been transformed into a magical wonderland that twinkles with enchanting gifts. Magnificent nutcrackers, made from real wood, stand guard to welcome visitors into the shop with their bold colours and hand painted details bringing them to life. Traditional German decorations such as the beautiful hand-crafted Schwibbogen can be found glowing in an upstairs room.

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These wooden decorations bring the light from your homes to the outside. Pyramids, available with three to seven tiers that turn with the warmth from small candles, create a charming play of shadow and light on ceilings and walls making them a fascinating decoration. More familiar Christmas tree decorations and advent calendars are also available with unique designs. Each decoration and gift is carefully crafted and designed by Käthe Wohlfahrt’s own craftsmen and artists that work tirelessly in the company’s own workshop in Rothenburg o.d. Tauber. Richness in detail, harmony of the colours, individuality and power of expression are all executed in effortless detail for all to enjoy year after year.

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Celebrate Christmas in York to a festive soundtrack with these magical musical events From classic carols, to brass bands and orchestral masterpieces, there is something for all music lovers throughout the York Christmas Festival. The internationally renowned York Early Music Christmas Festival begins its packed programme on 8 December with a performance by pioneering period instrument ensemble Spiritato! And choral music fills the magnificent Minster at the York Minster Choir Christmas Carol Concert on 15 and 16 December, which showcases traditional music performed by one of the UK’s leading choirs. More musical dates for the diary… • The 59th Annual Community Carol Concert will take place at the York Barbican on 11 December

• The Snowman & The Nutcracker come to life with a live orchestra performance in perfect synchrony with the films at the York Barbican on 16 December • You can sing along to Carols by Candlelight at Fountains Abbey on 11 December Awe-inspiring events at York Minster... Be enthralled by the Minster’s musical services including the Nine Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve, and the Christmas Day Choral Evensong to end on a high note. For further information on York Minster services, see the events calendar on pages 4 to 7 or visit www.yorkminster.org.

CHRISTMAS AT HOLY TRINITY Goodramgate Throughout December Holy Trinity will be decorated for Christmas. Visit this magical candle lit church and pick up some lovely gifts in the shop or come to one of our special Christmas events:

7 December – A Brief History of Christmas 15 December – Carols and mulled Wine

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Hello 2017! Bring in 2017 in style with a night to remember in York On New Year's Eve, York comes alive with celebrations, fireworks and parties. Reminisce over the year with friends at one of York’s waterside eateries and bars, or let your hair down and enjoy the city’s vibrant nightlife scene.

at Mercure York Fairfield Manor. Stay at Park Inn by Radisson and spend the last of 2016 enjoying an appetising five-course menu, topped off with coffee & petits fours, then relax in the private bar with a live band.

For an extra special night, have a Glittering Gold or Sparkling Silver New Year at York Racecourse. The Sparkling Silver night includes a three-course meal and a disco to see you through to January and the Glittering Gold night brings glamour to the evening with a red carpet arrival, four-course meal, live band and disco.

Spoil yourself with a lavish champagne and canapé reception and sumptuous four course banquet at the Royal York Hotel. Then once you’re fed and full, see the allimportant countdown to 2017 brought in with a bang with a firework display. Plan ahead and book your York stay so that you can get a good night’s rest after all of that partying. The highly experienced team at Visit York’s Information Centre can help you choose from hotels, guest houses and selfcatering accommodation and secure the best rate. Pop into 1 Museum Street, book online at www.visityork.org or call 01904 550099.

Forty Winks Why not combine the celebrations with a hotel stay at one of York’s luxurious hotels? Dance your way to the New Year at a fabulous Gala Dinner at the Grange Hotel, or indulge in a magnificent five-course dinner

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For one weekend the Ice Trail will transform York, sprinkling some magic across the city. The Ice Trail is back for another glistening celebration of the city during the weekend of 10 and 11 December. Follow the trail to find 30 frosty figures made from crystal-clear ice sprinkled across the centre and surrounding streets. Whilst you marvel at magnificent icy creations, you can enjoy festive treats at the street food stalls and sip mulled wine as you decide which sculpture is your next stop. The Ice Trail is a favourite in York’s festive calendar and the icing on top of your Christmas break in the city.

Don’t miss: The ice sculpture encasing a precious gemstone outside Bradley’s Jewellers.

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From late November and throughout December, Michael’s Brasserie offers a superb Christmas lunch and dinner, as well as its regular menu at reasonable prices. Different daily specials are also always available. Round up your friends, family or colleagues and treat yourselves to a fantastic festive feast in Piccolino’s luxurious restaurant. Find us at 18 Bridge Street, York YO1 6DA Open 7 days for lunch and dinner 01904521155 Twitter: @Piccolino Facebook: Piccolino York

e Earl Grey Tea Rooms & Gi Shop For a true Christmas treat, on this famous medieval street, join us for a delectable high tea or delicious light meal, served amidst oak beams draped with festive décor and oozing warmth and tradition. en browse our well stocked gi shop, selling china, individual gi ware, jams, pickles and teas from around the world. Perfect for a special celebration or just a break from a busy shopping spree! Open daily from 10.00am e Quintessential English Tea Room (We also serve coﬀee!) 13-14 Shambles Tel: 01904 654353

The restaurant is open 7 days a week serving award winning breakfast, lunch and dinner, and boasts an excellent range of wines. 54 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HZ Tel: 01904 622478 Email: info@galtreslodgehotel.co.uk www.galtreslodgehotel.co.uk

Pop in to the Visit York Information Centre for your festive fix of locally sourced gifts and produce 1 Museum St, York YO1 7DT

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Adventure beyond the City Walls and indulge in some enchanting Christmas experiences...

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Christmases Past Take a trip to some of the region’s finest historic houses to enjoy some very special events. Celebrate Christmas in the roaring 20s at Nunnington Hall, with live music concerts and lavish decorations to recreate the hall as it once would have been. There’s festive feasts every Sunday at Beningbrough Hall and Castle Howard have got your Christmas shopping covered with a seasonal market on the sweeping parkland. Don’t miss Music and Lights at Fountains Abbey near Ripon, where you can enjoy a musical evening with a mulled wine. A Christmas Adventure Go on a guided tour of Santa’s village at Murton Park to see how the Elves are getting

on at ‘Yule School’ and have a day at The Deep to meet the penguins for a true North Pole experience. Wander through the illuminated Enchanted Forest at Stockeld Park’s Christmas Adventure near Wetherby and get lost in the maze, ski through the Woodland Trail or ice skate until your heart’s content. Explore the market town of Helmsley and tuck into truly festive treats at the Black Swan. The Santa Express Embark on a magical journey with Santa and his little helpers aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. During the Santa Specials you can travel in style through the national park, with three stations to choose from: Pickering, Grosmont and Whitby.

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Access All Areas During your Christmas break we want to make sure you are able to get around safely and there are lots of services available to ensure you have a smooth stay. We have teamed up with City of York Council and the University of York to support DisabledGo, a website that allows you to check venues in the city are easily accessible and covers everything from wheelchair facilities to large print options. Visit www.disabledgo.com.

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Park & Ride: Visitors travelling by car are always encouraged to use Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park & Ride service. Turn over the page to find out more about services at the six sites over the festive period. Parking in York: There are a number of convenient and secure car parks in York city centre. For details, visit www.itravelyork.info/driving/parking. For further information about visiting York, call Visit York Information Centre on 01904 550099.

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By Bus: Regular bus services run to York from many towns and cities in the area, including Leeds, Selby and Scarborough. Call Bus Info on 01904 551400 or visit www.itravelyork.info/buses. By Taxi: Call Streamline Taxis on 01904 656565.

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Park & Ride in the City If you are travelling by car, York’s Park & Ride service offers an easy way to get into the city. Six sites are located around the ring road, offering modern buses (all adapted for pushchairs and wheelchairs), secure parking and free travel for up to two children accompanied by a full-fare paying adult. Buses run from early morning every 10/15 minutes throughout the day and run later on Thursdays throughout the Christmas period. Concessionary Travel Pass holders pay a reduced fare of £1 when boarding at a Park & Ride site after 9am on Mondays to Fridays and at any time on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays. There is no charge when boarding at any other bus stops, including the city centre, at these times. Seasonal Timetable On Saturdays from 19 November up until Christmas, additional buses will be available. Details of Christmas services can be found at www.itravelyork.info/park-and-ride.

Late Night Shopping There will be late night shopping in York on Thursday evenings from 17 November right up to 22 December. The last bus from the city centre will depart at 9.30pm. York Designer Outlet/ The Ice Factor The Designer Outlet Park and Ride will run until 9.30pm Monday to Saturday between 17 November and 23 December. Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve The last buses leave the city centre at 6pm and car parks are locked after the last bus has departed. There is no overnight parking available. There will be no services on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. Boxing Day A special Boxing Day service will run on 26 December. For further details, visit www.itravelyork.info/park-and-ride.

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Selby Abbey 14 miles

Get in Touch Park and Ride sites Askham Bar 01904 702072 Grimston Bar 01904 413108 Monks Cross 01904 883993 Poppleton Bar 01904 787881 Rawcliffe Bar 01904 883991 York Designer Outlet 01904 626106 (mornings only) For general enquiries and more information about seasonal Park & Ride services, call 01904 551400 or visit www.itravelyork.info/park-and-ride.

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Shopmobility Scooters, powered wheelchairs or manual wheelchairs are available to hire. Wheelchairs are £5 per day Scooters are £7 per day Open: Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm The Shopmobility Centre is located on the second floor of the Piccadilly multistorey car park. For more details, contact the information line on 01904 679222.

Take the hassle out of getting into York this Christmas

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C A S T L E H O WA R D at C H R I S T M A S Saturday 19 November to Friday 23 December NEW CASTLE HOWARD REIMAGINED IN GINGERBREAD BY CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS BOMPAS & PARR NEW BRINGING THE OUTSIDE IN WITH FRESH FRUITS, BERRIES AND FOLIAGE GATHERED FROM THE ESTATE NEW FESTIVE INDOOR MARKET NEW CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA AUDIENCES WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS LIVE MUSIC

www.castlehoward.co.uk 15 miles north east of York, just off the A64