As 17 May fast approaches, many of us are looking forward to further easing of restrictions.
Some of the easing of restrictions include:
- people can meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors
- six people or two households can meet indoors
- domestic overnight stays are allowed
- indoor hospitality can reopen
- and the majority of indoor entertainment can reopen.
There’s more here.
To make things easier, YorkMix have put together a handy guide of all the York attractions planning to reopen on 17 May and further into the month.
Please check with each individual venue for their Covid-19 safety measures and booking information.
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17 May
The Bar Convent
Discover the history of England’s oldest living convent right here in York! The café, guesthouse, exhibition, gift shop, chapel and garden will all be open. Safety measures such as social distancing, hand sanitiser stations, and a one way system will all be in place. For more information please visit their website here.
Barley Hall
This beautiful medieval townhouse is one of York’s hidden gems. Discover what life world have been like during Medieval England at Barley Hall. New safety and hygiene measures will be in place to ensure the safety of both visitors and staff. Pre-booking is essential, please visit their website to book your tickets.
The Cat’s Whiskers
York’s first cat café is reopening! A haven for cat lovers – enjoy a slice of cake while saying hello again to your favourite feline friends. Pre-booking is essential. To book your time slot please visit their website here.
DIG York
Get hands on in this archaeological adventure that’s perfect for kids to have fun and learn at the same time. Pre-booking your tickets for a timeslot is essential, this is to help maintain social distancing. For more information and to book your tickets, visit their website.
Eden Camp
Experience life on the Home Front and the Front Line as Eden Camp reopens. Visitors can look forward to live talks and demonstrations and a brand new Blitz display coming soon. General admission tickets are on sale now via their website.
Fairfax House
Fairfax House is reopening with a brand new, immersive exhibition ‘Reunited: Lifting Lockdown with the Georgians’. You can even learn some eighteenth century pick up lines! For more information about the exhibition and to book your tickets, please visit their website here.
The Hole in Wand
A brand new attraction coming to the city centre – York’s most magical indoor golf course! Work your way through magical portals and bubbling cauldrons to victory. There’s also Wand Dogs or GrobbleNachos to enjoy in the Wizard Pub after your adventure. Booking essential, book your tickets here.
JORVIK Viking Centre
Prepare to be transported back in time once again to the Viking era! Pre-booking a time slot for your visit is essential, as this will help maintain social distancing. For more information and to book your tickets please visit the JORVIK Viking Centre website.
Merchant Adventurer’s Hall
This unique historic venue in the heart of York is set to reopen its doors. Currently the café is open for outdoor dining – when the weather is nice! The museum is eager to welcome back visitors and there will be measures in place on social distancing, safety and health & hygiene. For more information, visit their website here.
Treasurer’s House
The beautiful city house and garden will reopen for visitors from 17 May. Go on a guided tour to discover more of the Treasurer’s House history, and then relax in the charming garden. Entrance to the garden is free. Tickets for the tour must be booked in advance and will go on sale from Friday 14 May. More information here.
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Step into the art work of Vincent Van Gogh as this breath-taking exhibition reopens at York St Mary’s Church. Tickets are available to book now here. Enhanced cleaning regimes will be implemented, as well as an increased number of hand sanitisation products to use.
Web Adventure Park
An indoor play area with an outdoor adventure park, high rope courses and much more – what’s not to be excited about? Pre-booking is currently essential for all visitors. For more information and to book your tickets, visit their website here.
York Army Museum
York Army Museum are reopening with a brand new exhibition ‘Tribute Ink’, which will reveal the stories living in the tattoos of our armed forces. For more information, please visit the York Army Museum website.
York Dungeon
Get ready to visit York Dungeon once again…if you dare! Tickets are available to pre-book now and your tickets will be covered by a Covid-19 guarantee. Book at their website here.
York Mansion House
Filled with 300 years of history, the home of the Lord Mayor of York reopens on Wednesday (19 May). And from then until to Sunday 30 May, York residents and all key workers can take advantage of free entry. Booking is advised at the website.
York Minster
York Minster is currently open for worship but will be reopening for sightseeing visits from 17 May. All visits must be booked in advance and you can book your tickets from the York Minster website.
York Theatre Royal
In the mood for love? York Theatre Royal is kicking off its full reopening with ‘The Love Season’ – a programme celebrating human connection. First will be ‘Love Bites’ which brings together York artists to present a series of love letters. Socially distanced seating, multiple hand sanitation points, and temperature checks are just some of the ways they’re keeping audiences safe. To book your tickets and for full information about safety guidelines please visit the York Theatre Royal website.
19 May
Bedern Hall
Bedern Hall is reopening with brand new heritage open days. Discover the history within this hidden York gem, from priests to pork pies! For more information about this medieval hall, please visit the Bedern Hall website here.
Castle Howard
The stunning house at Castle Howard is reopening to the public on 19 May. Self guided free flow tours will be available daily, as well as afternoon guided tours. The gardens are already open. Booking is essential, please visit the Castle Howard website to book your tickets.
National Railway Museum
Get ready to re-enter the National Railway Museum’s vast halls of locomotives from 19 May. To ensure safety for visitors and staff alike, there will be new measures in place. You will need to book your free admission ticket in advance, face coverings must be worn throughout the museum and there will be marked routes to follow. Visit their website here for more information and to book your free tickets.
York Castle Museum
Step back in time onto the Victorian high street as York Castle Museum reopens for guided tours. Tickets will be released this month. For more information, visit their website here.
21 May
Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Joseph Rowntree Theatre are reopening their doors with ‘Strictly Cabaret’, from the Bev Jones Musical Company. Covid-19 safety measures will be in place such as temperature checks, face coverings are essential, and a one way system. To book your tickets and for further information about the Covid-19 safety measures, please visit the Joseph Rowntree Theatre website.
York’s Chocolate Story
Re-enter the world of chocolate as York’s Chocolate Story opens its doors once again. Book onto the tour to learn about the history of chocolate. For more information and to book your tickets, please visit their website.
22 May
Yorkshire Air Museum
Experience the history of aviation at Yorkshire Air Museum! The museum will are taking great measures to ensure the safety of staff and visitors. There will be hand sanitising stations throughout the museum, a one-way flow system in some areas, and face coverings will be required indoors. To book your tickets and for more Covid FAQ information, please visit their website.
28 May
York Art Gallery
York Art Gallery will be reopening with the highly anticipated exhibition ‘Grayson Perry: The Pre-Therapy Years’. It will feature some of the earliest works and ‘lost pots’ from the beloved artist. Ticket information for the show will be announced soon. For more information please visit the York Art Gallery website.