Ten Watchers. Ten unique works of art 🎨 The Watchers of York auction is your opportunity to own one of the sculptures that have captured the imagination of residents and visitors across the city this summer. Bidding closes on Thursday 10 September 2026: https://uk.givergy.com/watchersofyork

York in full bloom 🌼💜 The wildflowers beside the city walls are adding a beautiful splash of summer colour to one of York’s most historic walks. Have you spotted them on your adventures around the city? Plan your trip at visityork.org 📷 northern_lass_photography

A short stroll from York Minster, Palenque Jewellery is a long-established independent jeweller in the city of York. 🌟 Browse handmade sterling silver pieces inspired by nature, colourful gemstones and thoughtfully crafted collections on historic Low Petertgate. #ad 🔗 https://www.palenque.co.uk

Did you know The Watchers of York trail was inspired by the grotesques covering York Minster? These bold, bizarre and brilliant stone carvings are believed by many to have scared away evil spirits. A Make It York event, in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗 visityork.org/watchers-trail

All aboard for a brilliant family day out! 🚂✨ Discover iconic locomotives, fascinating railway stories and plenty for curious minds to explore at the National Railway Museum. Make it part of your #SummerInYork adventure and enjoy the city from sunrise to sunset. ☀️ #ad 🔗visityork.org/summer

Discover a family day out at York Castle Museum this summer!☀️ Wander through the famous recreated Victorian Street, explore the nostalgia of the Swinging Sixties and discover games for all ages. Tickets are valid for 12 months. Book now at: https://loom.ly/EfqfoB4 #ad

Created by illustrator Hannah Jayne Lewin, meet The Watcher of the Night. Pick up your leaflet from the Visit York Visitor Information Centre, now at 28 Back Swinegate. 📅 Until 31 August 2026 A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. 🔗visityork.org/watchers-trail

Take a moment to pause, reflect and enjoy the calm of York Minster. From its awe-inspiring architecture to its peaceful corners, it’s a beautiful place to slow down and experience one of York’s most iconic landmarks. #ad Plan your visit: yorkminster.org

Have you visited the new Visitor Information Centre? The Visit York Visitor Information Centre is at 28 Back Swinegate, just 2 minutes from its former location. Pop in for: 🗺️ Maps and local knowledge 🎟️ Tickets and York experiences 🏰 Visit York Passes 💡 Inspiration

Win a £60 bar tab at THOR’S tipi bar on Parliament Street ✨🍹 With live music, disco balls and a brilliant festive atmosphere, it’s a great place to relax and catch up with friends. 🎶🪩 Enter now on our Visit York Instagram: instagram.com/visityork T&Cs apply: https://loom.ly/gkpmzlc

Introducing our #VYTA26 winners! 🏆 ⭐ Independent Business of the Year 🏅 Winner: The Wizard Walk of York Imaginative, energetic and expertly delivered, The Wizard Walk of York brings magic and character. 👏 Highly Commended: York Gin 🏢 Award sponsor: York Cocoa Works 🔗 https://loom.ly/Zo3nW_I

Discover York’s greener side this summer. 🌿☀️ From peaceful gardens to leafy corners tucked among the city’s historic streets, there are plenty of beautiful places to slow down, explore and enjoy the sunshine. Plan your trip at visityork.org/summer 📷 KMH.PHOTOS

There’s lots to see in York atop the CitySightseeing’s tour buses! Hop-on/off at any of their 21 stops including: 🍫 The Shambles ⚔️ Clifford’s Tower 🌳 Rowntree Park 🚂 York Railway Museum View the tour map, book tickets, and see discounts > https://loom.ly/RFaSdxE #ad

It’s the final day of Yorkshire Day celebrations! 🌹💛 Head into the city centre today to browse the Yorkshire Day Market on Parliament Street, follow the Seagull Trail towards Shambles Market and enjoy seaside-inspired family fun. 🐦🏖️ 🔗 visityork.org/events/yorkshire-day-celebrations-in-york

🎉 The new Visit York Visitor Information Centre is open! Visitors and residents can now find us at 28 Back Swinegate. Visit the team for expert local advice, maps, guides, attraction tickets, transport tickets, Visit York Passes and York gifts. Come and say hello. 🔗visityork.org/vic

Tomorrow is the final day of the Seagull Trail at Shambles Market! 🐦🔍 Don’t miss your last chance to track down all 10 hidden seagulls around the market. Collect your free trail leaflet from the Visitor Information gazebo on Parliament Street. Find out more: https://loom.ly/-KNcgXA

Yorkshire Day is now celebrated throughout the world. 🤍 Created by the Yorkshire Ridings Society in 1975, to protect the integrity of the Broad Acres. Have you visited any of these places? 📷 The Original Ghost Walk of York https://www.theoriginalghostwalkofyork.co.uk/

Travelling into York this weekend? The sold-out York 10K takes place on Sunday 2 August, with road closures and parking restrictions affecting some routes into and around the city centre. Please allow extra time for your journey. 🚌 The race starts at 9.30am. Good luck to everyone taking part! 🏃

Seaside fun has arrived in York city centre! 🌞🏖️ Bring the family along for a sandy play zone, selfie spots and plenty of seaside fun, here until 2 August. Plan your summer adventure: visityork.org/sea-side-yorkshire-day

Make your travel money go further with competitive exchange rates at Oneworld Travel York ✈️🚌🗺️ Visit the Blake Street branch for foreign currency, travel visas, passport renewals, airport transfers, City Sightseeing York bus tickets, and more! #ad 🔗 1worldtravel.co.uk

Which Watcher would you take home? 👀 From The River Watcher to The Keeper of Coloured Light, ten distinctive sculptures are looking for new homes as part of the Watchers of York Trail auction. Explore the auction and place your bid: uk.givergy.com/watchersofyork

Meet The Keeper of Voices, holding centuries of voices within the city. Created by the777paradox, whose work is full of vivid colour, energy and imagination. 📅 29 June to 31 August 2026 A Make It York event in collaboration with York Minster. Find out more: visityork.org/watchers-trail

Today is the first day of the Yorkshire Day Market! 🌼 Head to Parliament Street and soak up the Yorkshire spirit, with local makers, tasty treats and plenty of county charm to discover. Open until 2 August, there's four days to browse and enjoy the celebrations. 🔗visityork.org/yorkshire-day

Exploring York this summer? Let York Park & Ride take you there. ✨🚍 With six convenient sites around the city and more buses running until 13 September, getting into York is simple. Just Drive. Park. Ride. and enjoy more time discovering York. 🔗 yorkparkandride.co.uk #ad

Green corners, blooming gardens and beautiful architecture 🌿✨ There’s always a peaceful spot waiting to be discovered in York. Take a moment to slow down, look around and enjoy the city in full summer colour. 💚 Plan your trip at visityork.org/summer 📷 jessrosepark

Four days of Yorkshire celebrations are heading to York tomorrow! 🌹💛 📅 30 July to 2 August 🛍️ Yorkshire Day Market on Parliament Street 🐦 Seagull Trail at Shambles Market 🏖️ Giant sandpit and seaside fun for families Plan your visit: visityork.org/events/yorkshire-day-celebrations-in-york

The Watchers of York are keeping guard this summer. From rivers and gardens to markets and ancient gates, 12 local artist-designed sculptures are ready to share their stories. A Make It York event, in collaboration with York Minster. Find out more: https://visityork.org/watchers-trail

Treat yourself to Afternoon Tea & Spa at Yorebridge House. ✨🫖 Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the house between 12pm and 4pm, before unwinding with two peaceful hours in the private riverside spa. #ad 🔗 yorebridgehouse.co.uk/offer/afternoon-tea-spa/

Enjoy a brilliant family day out in York! 🌟 From exciting attractions to family treats, #SummerInYork is made for days packed with adventure. Start the fun with York Park & Ride, with six convenient sites around the city and services running until late. 🚌 Plan your trip at visityork.org

The seagulls are landing at Shambles Market this summer! 👀 Until 2 August, see if you can track down all 10 hidden seagulls around the market. Collect your free trail leaflet from the Visitor Information gazebo on Parliament Street. Find out more: https://loom.ly/-KNcgXA