It’s the home of great food, unbeatable scenery and fantastic cities – there’s no wonder Yorkshire has so many family-friendly events that you just can’t miss this summer. And with easy transport links to Leeds, York and beyond, Wressle Grange is the place to be to have an unforgettable adventure.
Here are the events topping our summer bucket list, all within easy reach of our group accommodation.
Celebrate rural life at a country show
Country shows are a great day out for the entire family. Immerse yourself in the countryside whilst taking in the sights of Yorkshire’s finest agriculture, tractors, entertainment and more. Some of our favourite summer shows include:
- The Great Yorkshire Show | July | Harrogate
- Howden Show | July | Howden
- Driffield Game & Country Fair | August | Driffield
- Tockwith and District Show | August | Tockwith
- Malton Show | June | Malton
Saddle up
There’s nowhere quite like Yorkshire when It comes to horse racing. This county is passionate about the sport, and you can hedge your bets that each of the nearby racecourses offer a fantastic day out for everyone. The following courses are all within easy access of Wressle Grange:
Get your groove on
It’s almost festival season, and there’s plenty of fun to be had across Yorkshire, whether you’re into jazz, rock or ballads. From big name headliners to local talent, crafts, entertainment, and child-friendly activities – here are the events pricking our ears this summer:
- Live at Leeds: In the Park | May | Leeds
- Scarborough Open Air Theatre summer series | Throughout summer | Scarborough
- Deer Shed Festival | July | Topcliffe
- TribFest | August | Driffield
- Leeds West Indian Carnival | August | Leeds
- Opera North | Throughout summer | Leeds
Feast your eyes
Whatever your age or size, food unites us. Yorkshire is home to an array of fresh, local produce that is best enjoyed in the fabulous sunshine. Here’s our favourite spread of events happening this summer that you just won’t want to miss:
- Pontefract Liquorice Festival | July | Pontefract
- The Riverside Food Festival | August | Wetherby
- Malton Food Lovers Festival | May & August | Malton
- York Food & Drink Festival | September & October | York
- Great British Food Festival, Harewood House | May | Leeds
- The Great British Food Festival | August | Rotherham
Something slightly different
Can’t find anything above that makes you tick? Here are the weird and wonderful events that just didn’t quite fit anywhere else!
- Elvis Outdoor Cinema Experience | August | Castle Howard
- Thor’s Orangery | June to September | York
- Mamma Mia themed dinner and show | July | Carlton Towers Estate
Adventures on your doorstep
Wressle Grange is perfectly placed to enjoy everything that Yorkshire has to offer. We’re in a central, yet peaceful spot which is only ten minutes from the M62, which links us to York, Leeds, Beverley, Hull, Doncaster and Selby. This means we’re a great meeting point for friends and multi-generational families from all over the UK.