York Explorers UK

01/08/2026

✨Happy Yorkshire Day! ⚪️✨
​Whether you’re strolling along the ancient walls of York, sipping a proper brew, or taking in the views across the historic ridings, today is all about celebrating God’s Own County.
​Yorkshire isn’t just a place on the map—it’s centuries of incredible history, winding cobbled snickelways, breathtaking landscapes, and a warm, down-to-earth community that always makes you feel right at home.
​How are you celebrating today? Drop your favorite Yorkshire spot or a picture in the comments below! 👇
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01/08/2026

👣 Take the weight off your feet and have a little break, and maybe an ice cream 🍦 at Exhibition Square York.

30/07/2026

This coming Sunday, 2nd August, it's the York 10K road running race event! Be warned there will be some road closures. The Park and Ride buses and train will be your best option of getting into the City of York and to Knavesmire. Some of us will be able to cycle or walk.

It's a great spectator event!
https://www.runforall.com/events/10k/york-10k/

26/07/2026

Looking for the ultimate day trip from York? 🚘👇
Just under 45 minutes drive from York city centre lies Brimham Rocks—a giant natural playground of 320-million-year-old rock formations sculpted by ice, wind, and rain long before humans ever arrived!
Whether you’re looking to scramble over giant boulders, spot famous shapes like the Dancing Bear or Idol Rock, or just soak in panoramic views across Nidderdale, this spot is pure magic for all ages. 🌲⛅
💡 Local Tips for Your Visit:
📍 Where: Summerbridge, near Harrogate (approx. 45-min drive / 30 miles from York).
🚗 Parking: Free for National Trust members! Non-members can pay via card/cash at the ANPR machines.
☕ Refreshments: Grab a warm drink or ice cream from the visitor kiosk.
🐕 Dog Friendly: Absolutely! Just keep them on a lead around wildlife and livestock.
Tag someone who needs a day out in Yorkshire this weekend! 👇
(Don’t forget to SAVE this post for your next trip planning! 📌)
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20/07/2026

What an epic walk for a young lad! Please support Ryan in his efforts to walk from Chester to York by donating to this worthwhile cause!
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Help Ryan Olsen raise money to support Anthony Nolan

20/07/2026

🛑Imagine destroying Bootham Bar for traffic... 😳🚗
Every time I walk past the pink picnic tables in Exhibition Square, I have to laugh at what almost happened here.
🏚️Back in the 1800s, the city council seriously considered demolishing chunks of our medieval walls and Bootham Bar just to make room for modern traffic. 🤦‍♀️
Thankfully, a passionate group of local campaigners basically said "absolutely not" and fought to protect them. The bloke on the pedestal in the video—Victorian artist William Etty—was just one of the loudest voices leading that charge.
Together, they saved the incredible historic landscape we’re all looking at today.
🍦So next time you're sitting by the fountain or grabbing an ice cream—raise a scoop to the locals who saved the backdrop for your weekend photos 📸
Drop a ❤️ if you're glad they didn't tear the walls down!

17/07/2026

❤️No moment is ordinary in beautiful York... ✨
✋🏼Stop! Take a pause and feel the rhythm of the city 🥁
Press play, turn your sound up, and lose yourself in a classic York afternoon in St Helen’s Square. 🔔From the gentle chime of the church bells echoing through the cobbled streets, to the simple joy of people milling about or deliberating over the menu board outside 🍽️The Ivy— indeed every single second feels special here ⏱️
It’s a reminder that you don't always need a grand plan in York. Sometimes, the best itinerary is just watching the world go by ❤️
Have you ever been to York? Is St. Helen's Square your meeting point? What is the first thing you'd want to do when you get here? Get lunch or 💬? 🤔👇

14/07/2026

🔔🎫 Is the entry price too expensive? 💰💰💰
York Minster’s magnificent bells rang out across the city, carrying a tradition that has echoed through these historic streets for centuries. Behind these grand stone walls, a constant journey of preservation ensures that this timeless soundscape will continue to ring out for generations to come.
💰Of course, preserving a masterpiece like this isn't cheap—it reportedly costs upwards of £30,000 a day to run the Minster! 🕍
With standard adult sightseeing tickets priced at £20 (though it acts as an annual pass and kids go free), it often sparks a big debate.
What do you think? 🎫Is £20 a fair price to support the upkeep of our incredible heritage, or is it getting too expensive to explore? 👇

13/07/2026

POV: You step outside the historic center of York and find the England you’ve always seen in movies. 🇬🇧✨
Beyond the ancient city walls lies a world of quiet lanes, blooming roses over wooden gates, vintage cars, and iconic red telephone boxes. It’s the perfect reminder that the best travel memories happen when you slow down and explore just a little further out of the city 🌹🏡