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Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

​Pokémon joins Fountains Abbey’s Summer of Play

Head to the circus tents on the ball games field and see what we've got in store for you. You’ll be hopping, skipping and jumping around different activity stations. Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July - 6 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Team up as a family to search for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Discover Pokémon zones in the Ball Games Field. Don’t forget your imagination… As well as all that excitement, challenge your friends and family to a game of soft archery. Who's going to win the space hopper racing? Hop on a balance bike and see who can reach the finish line first. And, if you still have some energy, head to the play area where inquisitive little minds can be let loose to play even more. Summer of Play activities will be taking place in the circus tents on the ball games field at the visitor centre so little legs won't have to far to wander. Standard admission charges apply.

Sun 2 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Children & FamilyTheatreWorkshops & Classes

Summer of Play: The music workshop

Join The Music Workshop Company for an all interactive music workshop all part of our jam-packed Summer of Play. Drop in any time between 10am - 4pm and have a go at learning different drumming patterns from around the world.

Sun 2 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

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Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

​Pokémon joins Fountains Abbey’s Summer of Play

Head to the circus tents on the ball games field and see what we've got in store for you. You’ll be hopping, skipping and jumping around different activity stations. Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July - 6 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Team up as a family to search for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Discover Pokémon zones in the Ball Games Field. Don’t forget your imagination… As well as all that excitement, challenge your friends and family to a game of soft archery. Who's going to win the space hopper racing? Hop on a balance bike and see who can reach the finish line first. And, if you still have some energy, head to the play area where inquisitive little minds can be let loose to play even more. Summer of Play activities will be taking place in the circus tents on the ball games field at the visitor centre so little legs won't have to far to wander. Standard admission charges apply.

Mon 3 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play: crafty Mondays

Head to Swanley Grange every Monday and take part in a craft workshops led by our very own Volunteers.

Mon 3 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Theatre

Summer of Play: Moving Mondays

Join us this summer for a series of fun, energetic dance sessions in collaboration with Tees Dance. Perfect for families and young people, of all abilities to get moving and try something new. These timed sessions invite you to explore movement, music, and creativity in a relaxed setting. Dance timed session: 11am - 11.45am 12pm - 12.45pm 1.30pm-2.15pm Normal admission applies to visit and join the dance workshops.

Mon 3 Aug12:00Ormesby Hall

via Ormesby Hall

Theatre

Summer of Play: Moving Mondays

Come and drop in with Kismet yoga for magical movement, calming breath work, and mindful fun designed just for little ones. The yoga sessions help children feel calm, confident, and connected – all while stretching, playing, and using their imaginations! Children must be accompanied by an adult, who can take part or watch nearby. Normal admission applies to visit, no pre-booking required

Mon 3 Aug13:00Ormesby Hall

via Ormesby Hall

Theatre

Around £1

Handbagged at Stephen Joseph Theatre

Moira Buffini’s wickedly funny, Olivier Award winning comedy, Handbagged, imagines what happened behind closed palace doors when Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth II clashed. Visit the Stephen Joseph Theatre website today to discover more about […]

Mon 3 Aug20:30Westfield Farm

via Westfield Farm

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

​Pokémon joins Fountains Abbey’s Summer of Play

Head to the circus tents on the ball games field and see what we've got in store for you. You’ll be hopping, skipping and jumping around different activity stations. Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July - 6 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Team up as a family to search for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Discover Pokémon zones in the Ball Games Field. Don’t forget your imagination… As well as all that excitement, challenge your friends and family to a game of soft archery. Who's going to win the space hopper racing? Hop on a balance bike and see who can reach the finish line first. And, if you still have some energy, head to the play area where inquisitive little minds can be let loose to play even more. Summer of Play activities will be taking place in the circus tents on the ball games field at the visitor centre so little legs won't have to far to wander. Standard admission charges apply.

Tue 4 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

​Pokémon joins Fountains Abbey’s Summer of Play

Head to the circus tents on the ball games field and see what we've got in store for you. You’ll be hopping, skipping and jumping around different activity stations. Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July - 6 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Team up as a family to search for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Discover Pokémon zones in the Ball Games Field. Don’t forget your imagination… As well as all that excitement, challenge your friends and family to a game of soft archery. Who's going to win the space hopper racing? Hop on a balance bike and see who can reach the finish line first. And, if you still have some energy, head to the play area where inquisitive little minds can be let loose to play even more. Summer of Play activities will be taking place in the circus tents on the ball games field at the visitor centre so little legs won't have to far to wander. Standard admission charges apply.

Wed 5 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Nature & OutdoorsTheatre

Summer of Play: Wildlife Wednesdays

Join us in the garden for some bug and bird spotting using magnifying glasses and binoculars. What mini-beasts might you find during your visit? Normal admission applies to visit.

Wed 5 Aug12:00Ormesby Hall

via Ormesby Hall

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play: Circus skill workshops

Join Mr Dan for an all interactive circus skills workshop all part of our jam-packed Summer of Play. Drop in any time between 1pm - 3pm to try your hand a at a new circus skill such as diabolo, plate spinning, juggling, balancing boards, stilts, fun wheels, hoops and flower sticks. There will be two instructors on hand to teach you the ropes. Maybe you'll discover a new talent.

Wed 5 Aug14:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Theatre

Jorvik Immersive Theatre

We like to think we've changed - that our ambitions are modern, our desires evolved. But beneath it all, we still crave the same thing our ancestors did:…

Thu 6 AugYork Christmas Market

via York Christmas MarketLocal gem

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

​Pokémon joins Fountains Abbey’s Summer of Play

Head to the circus tents on the ball games field and see what we've got in store for you. You’ll be hopping, skipping and jumping around different activity stations. Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July - 6 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Team up as a family to search for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Discover Pokémon zones in the Ball Games Field. Don’t forget your imagination… As well as all that excitement, challenge your friends and family to a game of soft archery. Who's going to win the space hopper racing? Hop on a balance bike and see who can reach the finish line first. And, if you still have some energy, head to the play area where inquisitive little minds can be let loose to play even more. Summer of Play activities will be taking place in the circus tents on the ball games field at the visitor centre so little legs won't have to far to wander. Standard admission charges apply.

Thu 6 Aug11:00Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play: Harrogate Town AFC

We’ve teamed up with the Harrogate Town AFC Community Foundation to bring you a summer full of games and activities for kids of all ages. Expect high-energy fun, team games and keep an eye out for special appearances from Harrogate Town AFC mascot, Harry Gator. Harrogate Town AFC Community Foundation will be leading some football and cricket sessions every Thursday of the school summer holidays Football sessions: Work on key skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through exciting drills and mini-games. The session ends with friendly matches where everyone gets a chance to shine. Whether your child is new to football or looking to improve, this session is all about learning, playing, and having fun in a safe and supportive environment! Cricket sessions: Cover the basics and beyond – including batting, bowling, fielding, and teamwork – through exciting drills and games. The session finishes with a mini match where everyone can put their skills into action. Whether your child is new to cricket or looking to sharpen their game, this is the perfect way to learn, play, and enjoy the sport in a friendly, supportive setting! Each session will run for 45 minutes and sessions will alternate between football and cricket.

Thu 6 Aug11:30Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

via Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Theatre

Around £ 35.00

8-10s Play In A Day: Land Of Dreams

This performance is recommended for ages Age 8 - 10.Trigger Warnings

Fri 7 AugHarrogate Theatre

via Harrogate TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Y3-y6 Play In A Day: Land Of Dreams

Come along to Play in a Day, a fun-packed day of creative activity for children in Year 3 to Year 6, culminating in a one-of-a-kind performance at the end of the day. Join us on a dreamland adventure filled with games, stories and imagination. Whether you’ve taken part in our Youth Theatre or after-school clubs before, or you’re brand new to Harrogate Theatre, this session is open to everyone who wants to explore their creativity and have fun. Working with Harrogate Youth Theatre’s team, you’ll create a brand-new story inspired by the magical dreamland of this year’s Harrogate Theatre pantomime, Sleeping Beauty. Throughout the day, you will make new friends, play games, develop performance skills and bring your imagination to life, before sharing your finished piece in a relaxed performance. Harrogate Youth Theatre is thrilled to be working on location at Harrogate Library, drawing inspiration from the dreamlands and boundless imagination found in our favourite books to create exciting new stories to share at the end of the day. This session is for anyone currently in Year 3 to Year 6 for the academic year 2025/26 and takes place from 9am to 3pm. You don’t need to be a current Harrogate Youth Theatre member to take part. However, to ensure we have all the necessary details for your child, please complete our registration form here: Youth Theatre Registration | Harrogate Theatre Programmed at Harrogate Library for the National Year of Reading.

Fri 7 AugHarrogate Theatre

via Harrogate TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Y3-y6 Play In A Day: Land Of Dreams

Come along to Play in a Day, a fun-packed day of creative activity for children in Year 3 to Year 6, culminating in a one-of-a-kind performance at the end of the day. Join us on a dreamland adventure filled with games, stories and imagination. Whether you’ve taken part in our Youth Theatre or after-school clubs before, or you’re brand new to Harrogate Theatre, this session is open to everyone who wants to explore their creativity and have fun. Working with Harrogate Youth Theatre’s team, you’ll create a brand-new story inspired by the magical dreamland of this year’s Harrogate Theatre pantomime, Sleeping Beauty. Throughout the day, you will make new friends, play games, develop performance skills and bring your imagination to life, before sharing your finished piece in a relaxed performance. Harrogate Youth Theatre is thrilled to be working on location at Harrogate Library, drawing inspiration from the dreamlands and boundless imagination found in our favourite books to create exciting new stories to share at the end of the day. This session is for anyone currently in Year 3 to Year 6 for the academic year 2025/26 and takes place from 9am to 3pm. You don’t need to be a current Harrogate Youth Theatre member to take part. However, to ensure we have all the necessary details for your child, please complete our registration form here: Youth Theatre Registration | Harrogate Theatre Programmed at Harrogate Library for the National Year of Reading.

Fri 7 Aug10:00Harrogate Theatre

via Harrogate TheatreLocal gem

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