Easter is a time of bunnies, chocolate eggs and little yellow chicks in every toy shop. There's a lot more to Easter than this of course, particularly if you visit somewhere like York.
York is situated to the north-east of Leeds and the north-west of Hull, and it has plenty to offer when it comes to a long weekend, but what can you look forward to around Easter time?
For starters you can join in the fun at Sutton Park on Easter Sunday when they hold a treasure hunt for the kids to enjoy. This is ideal for families and it makes a nice change from simply tucking into Easter eggs at home.
The prices are reasonable as well and even the big kids can take part and have some fun! Sutton Park itself is a stately home just north of York city centre itself, and it is easy to reach and well worth the short journey.
Of course a key part of Easter is the many church services that take place up and down the country. If you are visiting York, what better place is there to go than the famous York Minster?
This gothic cathedral is one of the most stunning locations to enjoy an Easter service at. While it is not the original structure - this was made from wood so it didn't last very long - it has been the site of a church since as far back as the year 627. Just imagine the history you can marvel at here as you enjoy an Easter Sunday service.
Make sure Fairfax House is on your itinerary over Easter as well. During 2010 there will be an exhibition of sweetmeats on at the house, including over the Easter period. It is a stunning Georgian building and one that is not to be missed.
The National Railway Museum is also good for all the family. Not only is it free to get in, you will also find an exhibition called Workshop of the World that is on before, during and after Easter, finishing at the end of May. The museum has also had Easter Egg hunts on in the past, so watch out for news on those during the early months of 2010.
What better way to enjoy an Easter trip to York than by taking a guided tour of the city? This will get you closer to all the other events taking place over the Easter weekend. Make sure you do it first so you can find out what else might be going on.
Hotels in York are easy enough to book online, so you can find your ideal location in the city. All you have to do then is look forward to a feature packed Easter break.
York is situated to the north-east of Leeds and the north-west of Hull, and it has plenty to offer when it comes to a long weekend, but what can you look forward to around Easter time?
For starters you can join in the fun at Sutton Park on Easter Sunday when they hold a treasure hunt for the kids to enjoy. This is ideal for families and it makes a nice change from simply tucking into Easter eggs at home.
The prices are reasonable as well and even the big kids can take part and have some fun! Sutton Park itself is a stately home just north of York city centre itself, and it is easy to reach and well worth the short journey.
Of course a key part of Easter is the many church services that take place up and down the country. If you are visiting York, what better place is there to go than the famous York Minster?
This gothic cathedral is one of the most stunning locations to enjoy an Easter service at. While it is not the original structure - this was made from wood so it didn't last very long - it has been the site of a church since as far back as the year 627. Just imagine the history you can marvel at here as you enjoy an Easter Sunday service.
Make sure Fairfax House is on your itinerary over Easter as well. During 2010 there will be an exhibition of sweetmeats on at the house, including over the Easter period. It is a stunning Georgian building and one that is not to be missed.
The National Railway Museum is also good for all the family. Not only is it free to get in, you will also find an exhibition called Workshop of the World that is on before, during and after Easter, finishing at the end of May. The museum has also had Easter Egg hunts on in the past, so watch out for news on those during the early months of 2010.
What better way to enjoy an Easter trip to York than by taking a guided tour of the city? This will get you closer to all the other events taking place over the Easter weekend. Make sure you do it first so you can find out what else might be going on.
Hotels in York are easy enough to book online, so you can find your ideal location in the city. All you have to do then is look forward to a feature packed Easter break.
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