Your Local Link Magazine

07/09/2026

Eden Camp, the modern history museum in North Yorkshire, has announced it's line-up for the return of it's popular Back to the 1940s Weekend!

The event takes place on Saturday 20th and Sunday 11th October 2026!

New for 2026, the Mike Brown swing orchestra will perform at the Heritage Hall on Saturday evening at the popular tea dance. With a variety of activities and attractions for you, and the family, it is a great way to spend the weekend!

📅20th & 21st October 2026
📍Eden Camp
🎟️For more information and to buy tickets visit: https://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/back-to-the-1940s/

07/09/2026

🏆 GOT A LOCAL SPORTS STORY TO SHOUT ABOUT? ⚽🏉🏊‍♀️

We want to hear what’s happening in sport across York and the surrounding area!

⚽ Does your local club have news to share?
🙌 Are you looking for new players or members?
🏃 Taking part in a sporting event, challenge or fundraiser?
🏏 Got a big result, achievement or success story?
🏊 Running local classes, sessions or activities?
🏆 Involved in a lesser-known sport that deserves the spotlight?

From football, rugby and netball to swimming, athletics, martial arts and everything in between, we want to hear from local clubs, teams, groups and individuals.

Your story could feature in the Sport Pages of Your Local Link magazine and reach thousands of readers across York!

📩 Send your sports news to:
[email protected]

⏰ OCTOBER EDITION DEADLINE
To be in with a chance of appearing in our October edition, delivered to homes from 24th September, please send your content by Friday 11th September 2026.

Please share and help us spread the word to York’s local sporting community! 🙌

05/09/2026

🎉 HAPPENING NOW IN YORK! 🎉

Take a look at what’s happening at Herbert Todd & Son today! 👀🎈

They’re celebrating an incredible 90 YEARS in business with a huge Birthday Party Open Day & Sale at their York showroom, and the celebrations are well underway! 🥳

From TV chef Peter Sidwell's Kitchen preparing some tasty treats 👨‍🍳 and Indie the Euronics penguin showing off his moves 🐧🕺, to giant games, fantastic offers and plenty happening around the showroom, there’s lots to see and do!

And as Matt Todd explains in the video, there’s even more happening throughout the day:

🔥 Up to 50% off leading brands
🏆 Win a £450 AEG washing machine
📺 Win a 65" 4K Smart LED TV
⚽ York City & Liverpool v Arsenal tickets up for grabs
🎨 FREE face painting from 12pm–2pm
🎉 Party games & FREE giveaways
🤝 Meet experts from NEFF, Rangemaster, Symphony, Quooker & more
🚚 FREE doorstep delivery on ALL appliances, saving up to £40
🔧 FREE installation on selected appliances, saving up to £120
🏡 FREE home design consultations

💙 There’s also a prize draw in aid of St Leonard's Hospice, with an M&S Luxury Hamper up for grabs!

So if you’re looking for something to do in York this afternoon, pop down, join the celebrations and help Herbert Todd & Son mark their BIG 90th Birthday! ❤️🎉

⏰ TODAY until 5pm
📍 Monks Cross Drive, York YO32 9GZ
🎟️ FREE ENTRY - everyone welcome!

03/09/2026

🎉 HERBERT TODD & SON ARE TURNING 90... AND YOU’RE INVITED TO THE PARTY! 🎉

This Saturday, our friends at Herbert Todd & Son are celebrating an incredible 90 years in business with a huge Birthday Open Day & Sale at their York showroom! 🥳

🎁 PLUS, there’s an exclusive giveaway just for Your Local Link readers! Pop into the York showroom anytime throughout September and enter for your chance to WIN a SEBO Balance A1 worth £339! 🙌

📅 Saturday 5th September
⏰ 9am–5pm
📍 Herbert Todd & Son, Monks Cross Drive, York YO32 9GZ

There’s loads happening throughout the day, including:

👨‍🍳 Live cooking & tasty samples with TV chef Peter Sidwell's Kitchen
🔥 Up to 50% off leading brands
🎨 Face painting from 12pm–2pm
🎉 Party games & FREE giveaways
🏆 Fantastic prizes, including an AEG washing machine & 65" 4K Smart LED TV
⚽ York City and Liverpool v Arsenal tickets up for grabs
🐧 Meet Indie, Euronics' penguin mascot
🏡 FREE home design consultations
🤝 Plus experts from some of the biggest names in home appliances

There’ll also be a prize draw in aid of St Leonard's Hospice to win an M&S Luxury Hamper! 💙

It’s FREE to attend and everyone’s welcome, so if you’re looking for something to do this Saturday, head down and help Herbert Todd & Son celebrate the big 9-0 in style! 🎂🎉

02/09/2026

York's favourite festive evens returns to York Designer Outlet!

Celebrating one million skaters over two decades in York! Get your skates on and book your session now, with an early bird special of 20% until 30th September!

The largest outdoor ice rink in the North of England, stunning illuminated woodland setting, new-look alpine chalet cafe + bar, live music, themed nights and even a marshmallow pit with real fire.

📅Early bird discount on till 30th September, Ice Rink opens 13th November 2026
🎟️Book now at: www.yorkshireswinterwonderland.com
📍York Designer Outlet

02/09/2026

✂️🏆 A huge congratulations to York hairstylist Ross Charles, who has been named a finalist at the British Hairdressing Awards 2026! 🎉

The owner of Ross Charles Hairdressing has reached the finals for the fifth time and is in the running for ‘North Eastern Hairdresser of the Year’! 👏✨

The winners will be revealed at the prestigious awards ceremony this November. 🤞

Congratulations Ross and the very best of luck! 🥂

Read the full story on our website here 👇
https://yourlocallink.co.uk/york-stylist-secures-place-among-britains-hairdressing-elite

York hairstylist Ross Charles is celebrating after being named a finalist at the British Hairdressing Awards 2026. Ross, owner of Ross Charles Hairdressing in York, was selected from an exceptionally competitive field of entries from across the UK and has been named a finalist in the ‘North Easter...

01/09/2026

An exclusive one-night only performance from rising star Mia Kirkland!

Signed to Sony Music and fresh from supporting Becky Hill on tour, Mia has also appeared on BBC's project icon alongside Jason Derulo!

Expect an unforgettable evening of chart hits, dance-pop anthems and sing-along favourited in an intimate live setting. So make sure to dress to impress, grab your dancing shoes and enjoy a fantastic night of live music.

📅11th September 2026, 19:00pm-23:00pm
🎟️Book now at: www.olivebrancheasingwold.co.uk
📍The Olive Branch, Easingwold

31/08/2026

Burlesque the Musical is coming to York!

After taking the West End by Storm, Burlesque the Musical will be hitting the Grand Opera Houses Stage, on their UK Tour!

From executive produce Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the the hit move, Burlesque invites you to a club like no other: a hidden world
beneath the city lights where sequins sparkle, seduction shimmers and lived can change in the flick of a feather boa.

The UK tour stars Faye Brookes (Coronation Street, Chicago) as Tess Richarde, alongside Ryan Carter (Titanique, Ain't Too Proud) playing Sean and Ms Loretta. Burlesque is a scintillating journey of self-discovery that absolutely sizzles featuring powerhouse songs by Christina Aguilera, Sia and Dianne Warren, alongside new numbers from Todrick Hall and Jess Folley.

📅Tuesday 23rd March-3rd April 2027
📍Grand Opera House,York.
🎟️To book tickets now make sure to visit: www.atgtickets.com/shows/burlesque-the-musical/grand-opera-house-york/

30/08/2026

York's Ghosts in the Gardens are returning!

Cementing York's reputation as one of the most haunted cities in Europe, York BID brings you Ghosts in the Gardens- historic sculptures in beautiful settings. From September, York's streets and green spaces will once again play host to a city-wide gathering of ghostly figures as the ghosts in the Gardens take their place across historic sites.👻

Now a cornerstone of York's cultural calendar, Ghosts in the Gardens has already attracted thousands of visitors to the city, encouraging people to explore York in a new way!

Discover gardens, ruins and hidden corners they may never have seen before! Crafted in partnership with York-based creative team Unconventional Design, the translucent wire-mesh figures range from soldiers to monks, each one evoking a different layer of the city's haunted past.

📅Returning this September 2026

29/08/2026

Pick your own flowers just 3 miles from York!

Wander through rows of wildflowers and gather a bouquet that's all your own! Just minutes from York, Haxby Flower Meadow is a relaxed, down-to-earth spot for peaceful afternoons or family days out.

How it works:
1.Grab your supplies - Provided for you, just collect your secateurs and a vase/jar and you're all set!
2.Pick some of your favourite flowers
3. After collecting your bouquet, get them wrapped and you're ready to go.
4.After they have been wrapped, take a minute to grab drink or even a slice of homemade cake!

📍Haxby Flower Meadow
🎟️For more information visit: https://haxbyflowermeadow.com
📅 Open Tuesday - Sunday: 10am-5pm