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Official tourism & what's on page for Selby District, N.Yorkshire www.exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk

Selby District is complete with bustling market towns, charming villages, medieval history, stunning architecture & beautiful countryside - at the Heart of Yorkshire. We want to showcase what our area can offer residents and visitors and this page will be providing inspiration for days out in the district, as well as weekend breaks and longer holidays. We'll be showing you what there is t

o see and do at the Heart of Yorkshire, letting you know about the many exciting events that take place and keeping you up to date with news and updates from across the district. Like and follow our page - and make yourself at home in Selby District.

22/06/2024

The Now Then! project has been launched! A cultural development programme for Selby, Sherburn and Tadcaster, with We Are Here, a new community-led, interactive video art installation. Award winning artists have engaged with local residents in a series of workshops to collect and curate their imagined versions of a future Selby Abbey. Now Then! will create joyful, memorable and authentic experiences, which speak directly to communities’ needs and aspirations. We Are Here is open at Selby Abbey daily until Sunday 7th July. Check it out 👉 https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/event/we-are-here-a-new-digital-art-installation/

🤝🏻 Supported by and UKSPF

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21/06/2024

🌞🎉This Sunday (23rd) is Selby Family Fun Day 🌞🎉
This year Selby Town Council are celebrating 50 years! So, why not come along dressed up in the fashion from 1974 – think flares, ponchos and platform shoes!! There are sponsored fancy dress competitions with some fabulous prizes.
The event is to be held over 3 venues – all starting from 12 noon. The Scott Road Community Land features FREE fairground rides with lots of charity stalls offering a variety of tombola's and games with lots of prizes to be won. An array of vendors providing refreshments and cakes will be available in the Community Centre where you can dance along to hits of the 70’s played by a local DJ. There is also a fun Dog Show organised by Woodhaven Second Chance Rescue, donkey rides, climbing wall, bouncy castles, circus skills and much more. The Recreation Field on Portholme Road (Adjacent to Morrisons) will feature our live stage with acts performing from 12 noon until 7.30pm. Vale of York Athletic Community will be hosting an exciting afternoon of athletics from 12 noon to 3pm on the AstroTurf at Selby Leisure Centre. Every child who competes all five events gets a free goodie bag and a medal. Plus, there are top prizes for the fastest, furthest, and most fun participants!
So, what are you waiting for?! Get yourself into Selby on Sunday for a fantastic, sunny, family event for everyone.

20/06/2024

Summer is here!! ☀ It's the Summer Solstice 😎
There are loads of outdoor spaces to get out and enjoy across North Yorkshire; from our fantastic market towns, through to the Dales and Moors, and to the Coast. With so much on offer across our fantastic region, get yourself out and about and explore on the longest day of the year - https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

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17/06/2024

It's National Picnic Week 🥪🍗🍕🍩🥂..............and 18th June is National Picnic Day.
So, why not get out and about in North Yorkshire and experience some of the wonderful outdoor spaces we have? Dig out those picnic blankets and hampers and enjoy lunch with the family in the local park, a sandwich by the canal, or just take your pack up box out to the garden - take this opportunity to make the most of our outdoor spaces. Find your inspiration here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/

16/06/2024

Happy Father's Day to all you dads out there 🧔‍
How are you treating Dad today? Take this opportunity to show him how much you care ❤️
There are loads of activities, pubs, cafes, restaurants and tea rooms across the region offering everything from paintballing and axe throwing to locally crafted beers and spirits and great restaurants with locally sourced ingredients.
So, go on show the old man some love in the Heart of Yorkshire 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on/

15/06/2024

Raise a glass to English Wine Week - 15th until 23rd June 2024 🍷
Believe it or not there are over 400 vineyards dotted around this green and pleasant land – and several varieties stealing top awards. So, why not appreciate a glass (or 3!) during English Wine Week - what better excuse do you need?!!
- Discover new wines and styles
- Learn more about different styles of wine
- Buy English wine… from high street retailers to independent wine merchants
With a number of vineyards across North Yorkshire, maybe it’s time we developed a better understanding of what we can get domestically and get involved in English Wine Week! 🍷

https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

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13/06/2024

From the 15th June to 4th August
Scarborough Art is an exciting new event taking place between Saturday 15th June and Sunday 4th August 2024 at various venues across Scarborough town centre and beyond, running as a sister festival with the Scarborough Fringe 🖌🖼 It is an opportunity to visit different places and spaces around the area, discover work from across the creative community, and explore a variety of visual art 🎨 It will also provide an online platform for people to browse and buy work via The Scarborough Fair website - https://scarboroughfair.uk/art/

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11/06/2024

It's Father's Day this Sunday (16th June) 🧔‍
So, don't forget to treat dad this weekend and show him how much you care! ❤️
There are loads of activities, pubs, cafes, restaurants and tea rooms across the region offering everything from paintballing and axe throwing to locally crafted beers and spirits and great restaurants with locally sourced ingredients.
So, go on show the old man some love 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on/

06/06/2024

Tomorrow sees the Selby Twilight Market. Taking place in the market place outside the wonderful Selby Abbey from 4pm until 8pm.

This FREE event will provide an evening of fun and entertainment, showcasing some of the produce from the local area. Highlights include:

🎸 Live music
🍔 Food and drink
👜 Shopping
‍🎨 Face painting

So come along on 7th June from 4pm until 8pm for some good family fun this weekend.

https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on/family/selby-twilight-market

05/06/2024

Well, we are 6 months into the year and it is National BBQ Week (until 9th June) 🍔🍗🌞 So, dust off that apron, get the charcoal and tongs ready and show off your grill skills! 👩‍🍳🔥🍻 With so much fantastic local produce available from our independent butchers 🥩, bakers 🍞, and greengrocers 🌽 you can be sure to showcase your BBQ magic in the Heart of Yorkshire this June. The only thing that isn't guaranteed is the weather, but that's what umbrellas are for.......right?!!🌞☂️

https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/

05/06/2024

The sun has got his hat on ..........................................☀️😎
So, get yourself along to Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens this afternoon as Vanessa will be leading her monthly garden walk from 2pm until 3pm - it's really well worth joining as the garden is loving this weather! 🎋🌴
Included in the cost of admission to the gardens (£7.50 per adult and £2.50 per child), Vanessa will show you the highlights of the garden in June. You will also learn how the garden is managed for wildlife and Vanessa will highlight some of the many ways she has blended stunning planting with being wildlife-friendly. There are limited numbers so get yourself to Stillingfleet and get your name on the list asap!
There is a fabulous tea room to enjoy tea/coffee and cake too ☕🍰

https://stillingfleetlodgenurseries.co.uk/event/garden-walk-in-june/

03/06/2024

It's Monday (already!) and it's back to work and school for many after the half term 🥺
I don't know about you, but that sounds like a great excuse for coffee and cake! 😄 With so many great cafes, tearooms, pubs, garden centres, and restaurants across the area providing locally sourced produce what better excuse do you need? 🍰☕https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/

30/05/2024

Jut 40 days to go until this year's Great Yorkshire Show 🐑🐄🧀🐴🌞

Taking place from Tuesday 9th July until Friday 12th July 2024 and in it's 165th year there are loads of activities, shows, independent food, drink, and craft stalls and loads of animals for everyone of all ages to enjoy.

Visit North Yorkshire will be there showcasing everything North Yorkshire has to offer including our fabulous market towns, picturesque dales and moors, and the wonderful coast. Come and visit our stand on Avenue E, right outside the main arena (the star on the attached image), speak to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tourism team, and see what this wonderful part of the country has to offer.

Tickets are only available to book in advance and go quickly, so don't delay and miss out, get yours booked.......................today.

28/05/2024

Did you see Visit North Yorkshire's post about Tadcaster? If not, why not?!! Here it is again for those of you who missed it :

Have you visited the pretty market town of Tadcaster?

🍻 Built from beautiful limestone that provides the perfect brewing conditions, Tadcaster is home to , Yorkshire's oldest brewery

🚣 Stroll along the River Wharfe to see the impressive 18th century bridge, or visit beautiful St Mary’s Church and its stunning stained glass windows

🛍️🛍 Pick up locally made goods at the weekly market and monthly artisan market, or treat yourself to sumptuous chocolate treats and handcrafted spirits at

🌹 Delve into history with a fascinating tour of Towton Battlefield, the site of a major battle during the War of the Roses

Start planning your visit to Tadcaster on our website

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26/05/2024

Schools out this week in North Yorkshire 🙌🎉 (woohoo, I hear you cry!) so how are you going to spend your bank holiday and half term?
There are loads of activities and outdoor spaces to explore in the Heart of Yorkshire and across North Yorkshire so why not get the family away from their screens and make some new memories out and about in our wonderful county?

🕍 Bank Holiday craft fair in Selby Abbey - with lots of local, independent craft stall holders there is sue to be something for everyone

🐕‍🦺 Carlton Towers K9 event - help celebrate emergency service animals in this fabulous doggy day out

🛩 Watch the planes at Sherburn aero club and enjoy some refreshments at Digby's café

🚂 Take a trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway or the Scarborough North Bay Railway

🍩🥤 Feed the family at the Malton Food Lovers Festival taking place over the bank holiday weekend

🥾🐾 Go out and about in the fantastic outdoor spaces across the region
.....and so much more.....................

Visit https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/ for some inspiration

23/05/2024

With the May half-term, the second May Bank Holiday, and the promise of warmer, sunnier weather just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start planning how to spend your time off. Whether you need to find things to do to keep the kids entertained or are looking for fun things to do without them, there is a lot happening in the Heart of Yorkshire to keep everyone entertained.
From events such as a Bank Holiday Craft Fair in Selby Abbey 🕍, Historic Tea and Tour at Carlton Towers or Carlton K9 🐕‍🦺 to family fun at Selby Superbowl or the Yorkshire Paintball Centre 🏹. There are also loads of wonderful outdoor spaces to explore. You'll find it all here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/

If you fancy staying longer and exploring more of North Yorkshire, why not browse ideas on the Visit North Yorkshire website - https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

21/05/2024

We've had National Tea Day, now it's International Tea Day!!
On this day, tea lovers unite in celebration of their favorite beverage. International Tea Day also promotes ways to sustain the production and consumption of tea.
We've been drinking tea for thousands of years, in fact around 5,000 years. That's a lot of mornings brews!!
So, show your support and sip, savour and celebrate a cuppa at one of the fantastic cafes, tearooms, pubs and restaurants in our region.

https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/

20/05/2024

National Walking Month continues 🚶🥾

So, get outside and explore some of the fantastic outdoor spaces we have here in the Heart of Yorkshire and across the whole of North Yorkshire.

Get your inspiration here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/

or here 👉 https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

17/05/2024

It's World Baking Day!! 🍩🍪🍰🥖🥨
We don't need to be asked twice to sample some of the fantastic baked and sweet treats available here in the Heart of Yorkshire. There are loads of fantastic independent suppliers, cafes, tearooms, pubs and restaurants offering an array of local fayre for you to enjoy this, and every other, week of the year!!
The Drovers Arms in Skipwith also launch their Yorkshire afternoon teas today.
So, what other excuses do you need to sample what treats are on offer? Whether it's freshly baked breads, cookies, cake, muffins, cupcakes, brownies, scones and everything in between, the Heart of Yorkshire has it all to enjoy. Get yourself to the website for full details 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/
Or, dig out the apron and rolling pin, get the family together and show off your inner bake off skills!

16/05/2024

This weekend (18th and 19th May) sees the Whitby Fish and Ships Festival. Go along to Whitby's Dock End and Endeavour Wharf for:

🐟 Cooking demonstrations by local chefs in the Seafood Kitchen
🎤 Live music from amazing local bands and musicians in the Music Marquee
🎣 Fish Craft demos including crab & lobster dressing, net mending and pot sewing
🦞 Education and learning by
🎨 Craft workshops
🍟 Performances of 'The Chip Shop Chronicles' by Dogwood Productions
🛍️ Local stallholders and exhibitors
🏴‍☠️ Walkabout entertainment from , fisher lassie Bidi Iredale, Hook and Smee, Jack Sparrow and The Guard, and performances from
🤩 Kids swing boats, face painting and trampolining

Plus, head to Whitby Bandstand for sea shanties, folk music and acoustic tunes from Whitby Sea Festival and more 🎹
🛥️ Exclusive tours of Whitby RNLI lifeboat (pre-bookable only)

So, get out and about in North Yorkshire this weekend. More details here 👉 https://www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com/event/whitby-fish-%26-ships-day-1/191656101/

14/05/2024

🤩🎊SHERBURN GALA IS BACK FOR 2024 🤩🎊
Due to popular demand, this year The Gala will be bringing a little bit of Brazil (or the circus…........... you choose) to Sherburn in Elmet with their CARNIVAL Themed Gala! 🎪
Join us at Eversley Park Centre for our 47th Gala on Saturday 18th May 2024 between 10am and 4pm (parade at 12.30pm)
Stalls, entertainment, dancing, music, live acts, a dog show, food, a funfair, our famous parade & more! 💃🎼🎡
⭐⭐ NOT TO BE MISSED! ⭐⭐
£2 per adult and £1 per child. Under 5’s free! CASH ONLY

13/05/2024

It's National Walking Month but research shows that just enjoying the great outdoors and being part of nature gives us a boost and is great for our health and wellbeing.
There are loads of outdoor activities here in the Heart of Yorkshire, allowing you to be at one with nature; including:

🌷 Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens - visit this wonderful garden which celebrates 40 years this year. They have loads of activities and workshops throughout the year

🍂 The Skylark at Drax - a natural nature and conservation area where you can see some rare species of wildlife and take part in the nature trail

⚔️ Towton Battlefield - explore the battleground of the bloodiest battle on English soil and hear about the history and events of the battle on a guided tour

🛩 Sherburn Aero Club - the North's biggest flying club and flight experiences. Come and view the aircraft coming and going or enjoy your own flight experience. Digby's café also offer some great food and drink to enjoy whilst you watch the activities

🏹 Hazlewood Castle Activity Centre - channel your inner adrenaline ju**ie and experience archery, axe throwing, rifle shooting, bushcraft, cryptic chase, or quad biking in the enchanting atmosphere of Hazlewood Castle

🐾 Walk one of the many outdoor spaces in the region from Selby Park or canal to woodland walks at Hambleton Hough, Brayton Barff, Barlow nature reserve or Skipwith Common.

You can find inspiration and full details if you go here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/things-to-do/outdoors/

10/05/2024

As it's National Walking Month and we celebrate the great outdoors, why not visit Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens this weekend. They are supporting the National Garden Scheme (NGS); a registered charity which has been opening gardens of quality, character and interest to the public since 1927. All entry fees and 10% of plant sales will be donated to the NGS 🌷🌿 who have raised over £25 million in the last 10 years.
In May the garden is full of colour and wildlife. You will be able to wander through all the different parts of the garden and gain inspiration for your own garden. Many of the plants you will see are available to buy in the plant nursery. Their tea room will be open for drinks and cake, where you cam also view the May Art exhibition.
So, get yourself down to the wonderful Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens this weekend for a fantastic outdoor experience with nature. Full details here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on/family/national-garden-scheme/

09/05/2024

May is National Walking Month 🥾
Get outside in the Heart of Yorkshire and explore the wonderful outdoor spaces that are on offer. From walks in the park or along the canal to woodland strolls and nature reserves. As it gets warmer, get outside in your own backyard 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/things-to-do/heart-of-yorkshire-trails/

08/05/2024

The 8th May is also Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) and celebrates the end of World War II in Europe. Enjoy some National pride and celebrate all things Heart of Yorkshire at Carlton Towers where they have some VE Day inspired events taking place. Enjoy an Historic Tea and Tour or Tea and Dance. Find full details here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on/

06/05/2024

How have you spent your bank holiday? Whatever you've been up to, we hope it's been in the Heart of Yorkshire where there is something for everyone. There's a wealth of cafes, tearooms and restaurants which provide fantastic food and drink with great local produce. So, next time you are looking for somewhere to eat out (the next bank holiday is only 3 weeks away!), look no further than 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/food-and-drink/

03/05/2024

The Heart of Yorkshire has a unique offering of activities and experiences this bank holiday weekend but if you prefer to look a bit further afield, we are also part of North Yorkshire. With a wealth of places to visit that suits every interest and every budget, you should look no further than our fantastic county. From Coast to Dales and market towns to the moors and everything in between. Find out everything there is to explore here 👉 https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/get-away-this-spring/

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02/05/2024

This weekend sees the first of 2 Bank Holidays this month, so take advantage of the first long weekend and spend it in the Heart of Yorkshire.
There's everything from Bank Holiday markets to craft fairs and from outdoor activities to wonderful gardens.
So, explore in your own backyard and see what's going on and where here 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/

01/05/2024

May is National Walking Month 🚶‍♂️🥾 So, why not walk to school or work?
National Walking Month is a great way to leave your car at home, get outside and get fit by walking to and from work or school. Take the stairs instead of the lift and generally get moving this May. It's one of the best ways to improve our health and stay connected to our community, helping us feel less lonely and isolated. If you have a dog(s) it's also a great way to keep you both active.
There are some fantastic outdoor spaces in the Heart of Yorkshire; from wonderful nature reserves through to parks and canal or woodland walks.
Check out our Heart of Yorkshire Trails, featuring our new Dog Friendly Trails 🐕, for some ideas 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/things-to-do/heart-of-yorkshire-trails/

30/04/2024

It's the last day of April and we spring into May this week. It's National Smile Month 😁 and no wonder as we have 2 Bank Holidays to enjoy 🌞🥂 We've also got some sunshine! There's loads to keep you and the family entertained in the Heart of Yorkshire, whether you are looking for indoor fun such as bowling or laser quest or outdoor activities at Kinsmen Activity Centre or Sherburn Aero Club. You might be on the lookout for some history and heritage and should look no further than Selby Abbey or Towton Battlefield. Take a stroll in one of our fabulous outdoor spaces or parks or enjoy a coffee and a piece of cake in one of the many cafes and tearooms.
Whatever you are looking for this May, you can find it here in the Heart of Yorkshire 👉 https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/

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Live from the Eat Your Heart Out event at Selby Abbey. Come and join us! Here till 4pm. Admission is FREE! The Drovers Arms - Restaurant & Country Pub Bling IngredientsMollie Sharp's Cheese ShopCranswick PlcOh My Graze - YorkshireWinnie's Yorkshire DelightsCopper Top CoffeeYorkshire Wolds Apple JuiceSelby Community ChoirSharmini's Inspirational Indian CuisineKaren Wright BakeYorkshire MarkStephanie Moon - All Things Food - Chef ConsultantCray BakesSelby CollegeLatin Fusion23rd Street Food Co.C & G Starkey Family ButchersCelebration Cheeses

This Friday 10am to 4pm @selbyabbey. FREE admission ❤️

🍰🥘CELEBRATE LOCAL FOOD AT SELBY ABBEY 🍰🥘 Enjoy local food glorious food on Friday 31 March 10am to 4pm at the magnificent Selby Abbey. Admission is FREE. We're serving up an absolutely epic feast of a programme hosted by Yorkshire celebrity chef Stephanie Moon - All Things Food - Chef Consultant 🥘 Welcome from Selby Community Choir 🧀Live cooking demos including by Mike Cummings, Head Chef at the award winning The Drovers Arms - Restaurant & Country Pub in Skipwith and Great British Bake Off contestant Karen Wright Bake. 🍲Ready Steady Cook competition with the Vicar of Selby Abbey John Weetman and the Mayor, Cllr Wendy Nichols. 🍺Recipe inspiration including Selby College Catering Students demonstrating budget meals from their tasty dinner recipe cards. 🍰 historian David Lewis will talk about his chance charity shop find of fascinating guide to cookery and kitchen management written by a local Farmer’s daughter Mary Eleanor Blakey in 1903 🥘 A wealth of stallholders including: Cranswick Plc Cray Bakes Copper Top Coffee Bling Ingredients Selby District AVS Community House latinfusionuk OH MY GRAZE C&G Starkey Butchers Winnie's Yorkshire Delights Mollie Sharp's Cheese Shop Yorkshire Mark Yorkshire Wolds Apple Juice Sharmini's Inspirational Indian Cuisine Please join us and prepare to be inspired to eat, shop and enjoy local. You'll find the full programme at: https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/eatyourheartout/ This special event is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. #Selby #Yorkshire #york #foodandrink #food #shoplocal #local Selby District Council

Prepare to feel hungry! Join us to celebrate local food and drink at Selby Abbey on Friday 31 March.

🍰🥨🥘EAT YOUR HEART OUT 🍰🥨🥘 Feast your senses for FREE at Selby Abbey on Friday 31 March 10am to 4pm. We're serving up: 🧀Live cooking demos 🍲Ready steady cook offs 🍰Talks 🍺Recipe inspiration 🥧Tastings 🍩Stalls 🥗Much more Admission is FREE. Come along and be inspired to eat, shop and enjoy local. https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/eatyourheartout/ This special event is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. #Selby #Yorkshire #york #foodandrink #food #shoplocal #local

🚶WALK AT THE ❤ OF YORKSHIRE🚶 The 'Wolsey Walk' from Cawood is another fabulous family-friendly circular route to help you walk off the Christmas excess and get active in the ❤ of Yorkshire. It's one of our favourites with plenty to see and discover along the route - as you can see from this amazing drone footage of the village. The impressive Cawood Castle is a spectacular backdrop to the walk and is believed to be associated with the Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme. Take a well earned rest at one of the nearby eateries including The Pickled Postie and The Pickled at Riccall, The Ferry Inn, Cawood, The Castle Inn - Restaurant & Country Pub or Jolly Sailor Cawood. Explore the route in more detail below: https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/things-to-do/adventure/wolsey-walk/ #heartofyorkshire #selby #walks #nature #york #northyorkshire #yorkshire #thingstodo #visityorkshire

HOW DO YOU ❤️ TO EXPLORE? On foot, by bike, on horseback, by boat? Here’s one of our team exploring the beautiful Selby Canal by paddleboard. It’s so tranquil and a great way to spot wildlife including kingfishers and swimming frogs🐸. If you’re more of a landlubber…the Selby horseshoe walk is a great route and there’s plenty of excellent refreshment stops. Have you tried The coffee boat at Brayton Bridge? Discover more about the walk here: https://exploreheartofyorkshire.co.uk/things-to-do/adventure/selby-horseshoe/ Pack your sunscreen and send us your pics of how you ❤️ to explore Selby District. #walking #explore #yorkshire #getoutdoors #outdoorslife #exploremore #exploreheartofyorkshire #selby #canals

Cawood Castle

UP UP AND AWAY!... Soaring above Cawood Castle. The gatehouse & its domestic wing are all that is left of Cawood Castle, once upon a time a stronghold of the Archbishops of York. What's truly amazing is you can stay there! A must for any history lover. The Family Tree Tea Room & Nursery The Pickled Postie and The Pickled at Riccall The Castle Inn - Restaurant & Country Pub Jolly Sailor Cawood The Ferry Inn - Cawood #welcometoyorkshire #northyorkshire #heartofyorkshire #historic

Walk off those Christmas indulgences and blow off the cobwebs 🕸️ with a walk in the beautiful surroundings of Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve… #skipwithcommon #visitselbydistrict #heartofyorkshire #greatoutdoors

👁️ WOW…WHAT A VIEW! 👁️ Here’s another snippet from the incredible drone videos we've had created, showcasing the Heart of Yorkshire from the sky…. Cawood Bridge and River. Can you spot your favourite places? #heartofyorkshire #exploreheartofyorkshire #cawood #cawoodbridge #riverouse #selbydistrict

A BIRDS EYE VIEW! We've been lucky to have some drone footage created that really showcases the Heart of Yorkshire from the sky. Here's the first of them and we're sure you'll agree it is stunning. Tadcaster riverside, viaduct and weir from the sky!! #heartofyorkshire #exploreheartofyorkshire #tadcasterriverside #tadcasterviaduct

The brilliant Hyde Family Jam are joining us in Selby this morning, as part of our residents’ engagement festival❤️. They’ll also be in the centre of Sherburn in Elmet this afternoon… join us if you can. #GetToKnowYourOwnHeart #LiveMusic

It’s a fantastic day in Tadcaster for Super SaTADay! Can you spot some of the Heart of Yorkshire Branding in the amazing Tadcrafters Selby District Community Patchwork that was unveiled this morning? Isn’t it brilliant? The artisan market is here until 4pm and there’s entertainment on all afternoon. #exploreheartofyorkshire