A programme of events to celebrate the 60th anniversary of The North York Moors National Park begins with an exhibition entitled ‘Inspired Landscape’. Comprising a strong and diverse collection of work by six of the region’s leading contemporary artists, Peter Hicks, Len Tabner and William Tillyer, glass artists, Stephen Gillies and Kate Jones and photographer, Joe … [Read more...] about ‘Inspired Landscape’ exhibition starts in North Yorkshire
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Star gazing event at Sutton Bank
Experience the wonders of the night sky at a star-gazing event on Saturday 1 October 2011 at Sutton Bank National Park Centre. Booking is advisable for the event which starts at 6pm and costs £3 for adults and £1.50 for children aged 5 and over. The centre’s café will be open until 8pm serving hot drinks and snacks. Experts from York Astronomical Society will be giving … [Read more...] about Star gazing event at Sutton Bank
Fire alert for North York Moors National Park
People planning to visit the North York Moors National Park over the bank holiday weekend and half term week are being asked not to light fires or BBQs as the area remains on fire alert. The National Park Authority uses data from the Meteorological Office which looks at moisture levels in the soil and weather conditions to determine the level of risk for the North York … [Read more...] about Fire alert for North York Moors National Park
Farndale daffodil bus returns
Spring has finally arrived and the Farndale daffodil bus is returning to the North York Moors National Park. Farndale’s wild daffodils look set to begin blooming in time for the start of the popular daffodil shuttle bus which begins a four week run on Sunday 27 March. Rangers from the North York Moors National Park Authority have been visiting the picturesque dale to … [Read more...] about Farndale daffodil bus returns
Autumn activities in Danby
A fun-filled half term is on offer at The Moors National Park Centre, Danby with craft activities and a guided walk to look for signs of autumn. Christmas Using a variety of natural and man-made materials, children can make unique decorations to hang on a Christmas tree on Tuesday 26 October 2010 (1.30pm to 3.30pm, cost £4.50). Autumn Walk On Wednesday, 27 October, … [Read more...] about Autumn activities in Danby