On the day that we visited The Potions Cauldron, we also visited The Hole in Wand. If you aren’t sure what I’m talking about, it’s a wizard themed mini golf attraction in the centre of York opposite the Jorvik Centre on Coppergate. When I say themed, I mean, like fabulously…
On a glorious summer’s day, we braved the crowds on York’s busiest street to find The Potions Cauldron shop at number 9¾, the Shambles, which of course, is a most magical address. I was expecting the experience to be somewhere behind the shop but no, it took place at a…
Rudy’s is a new Napoletana pizza place that recently opened on High Ousegate. We walked past a couple of weeks ago, and it smelled amazing, so I was very pleased to be invited to try it out. The restaurant itself is larger than you think, and stretches a long way…
Last week we went along to Castle Howard to check out the sculptures in the gardens by Tony Cragg. Now, it has to be said that I am more of a book girl than an art fan, but I really enjoyed seeing them. We were given a map of the…
Last week we visited Castle Howard, as a press visit to see the Tony Cragg sculptures that are displayed there until the 22nd of September. There is always plenty to see at Castle Howard anyway, but the sculptures give an extra dimension – you can see more photos of them…
It was a glorious summer’s day when we visited the York Pavilion Hotel for afternoon tea. The hotel is popular for weddings and it is easy to see why. It has an elegant country house hotel feel to it, and yet has a very convenient location on Fulford Road. The…
What’s On in York in September? Whether you are visiting the city or, like me, you live here it’s always good to have a list of what’s on so you can plan your month ahead! As always, things are subject to change, so do check with the individual venue to…
What’s On in York in August? Whether you are visiting the city or, like me, you live here it’s always good to have a list of what’s on so you can plan your month ahead! As always, things are subject to change, so do check with the individual venue to…
Dog Friendly Hotels in York – York is a great dog friendly city with lots of green spaces that welcomes dogs. There are lots of hotels in York that cater for your favourite canine, like No.1 York with their trusted local dog walkers. Have a look at our list of…
I love outdoor theatre in the summer. It just feels like such a grown up and elegant thing to do, taking a comfortable chair, blanket and a picnic to a lovely location (and praying for good weather!!). I also love Jane Austen, so when I got the chance at some…