With Yorkshire being the largest county in the UK, I’m sure you can imagine there is plenty to do! Below we have put together just a few of the many events that take place in Yorkshire that we think are ones to not miss out on!
Harrogate spring flower show – 20th-23rd April 2023
Great Yorkshire Showground, 29 miles from Hillside Caravan Park
Calling all garden lovers! The Flower show will be held at the Great Yorkshire Showground and if you love your garden you don’t want to miss out on this event! With the top-class UK nurseries and beautiful show gardens you’ll be inspired! There’s lots of other things to see from how to grow your own food, to the standard houseplant and even the physical and psychological benefits gardening can have on us. To book or find out more visit their site below.
https://www.flowershow.org.uk/spring-show
York Fashion Week Spring/Summer – 27th April – 1st May 2023
27.1 Miles from Hillside Caravan Park
York Fashion week will return this year and it’s back in full force with plenty to do from festivals, fetes and fairs, markets, shopping events, gala, talks and lectures, arts, and culture and much more! There will be various locations across York so be sure to check the full dates and event details below.
https://www.visityork.org/events/york-fashion-week-spring-summer-2023
The Great Yorkshire Show – 11th – 14th July 2023
29 Miles from Hillside Caravan Park
The Great Yorkshire Show is a definite must go to event! 2023 will be the 164th one they have run and will just be as spectacular as the many before. It’s known for showing the best of British farming and agricultural show but also has a fashion show, garden section, food, show jumping, livestock classes and demonstrations from foresty and countryside pursuits to cooking and crafts. A great day out for all the family. The grounds are open from 8am till 6pm every day.
https://greatyorkshireshow.co.uk/
Horse Racing – Numerous events throughout the year
Thirsk Racecourse (5 miles from Hillside Caravan Park)
Ripon Racecourse (16.3 Miles from Hillside Caravan Park)
Catterick Racecourse (20 Miles from Hillside Caravan Park)
Going to the horse races is a great day out for all ages and North Yorkshire is a great place to see your first if you haven’t yet already been.
Thirsk Racecourse is the closest one to us here at Hillside and they have numerous events for you to enjoy in 2023 from the easter family day, Vickers Bet race day and they even have evening races which you can enjoy. Ripon and Catterick Racecourses are also close by with a number of events throughout the season.
https://www.thirskracecourse.net/
https://ripon-races.co.uk/ripon-2023-fixtures/
Catterick Racecourse | Horse Racing | North Yorkshire (catterickbridge.co.uk)
Great North Run - Sunday 10th September 2023
Newcastle, 59 Miles approx. from Hillside Caravan Park
The Great North run starts in Newcastle and takes you through some iconic northern sights and into South Shields. It’s the World’s biggest and best half marathon, suitable for experienced runners and novices alike wanting to accomplish some personal goals or raise money for charity. Whether you fancy the run yourself, or just want to be part of the incredible support crowd, its an event not to be missed. There is also an event on the Saturday for children; The Junior and Mini Great North Runs.
AJ Bell Great North Run | 10 Sept 2023 | Enter the Ballot (greatrun.org)