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summer events in Yorkshire

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June 22, 2023 · 10 MIN READ

Make the most of the summer months in Yorkshire this year with these events.

We’ve done the research for you and put together this handy list with a range of different events that are on during the summer. Whether you are visiting the area on holiday or you live locally this list will be useful for you. Have a read and see which take your fancy.

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Sausage and Cider Festival

where? Norfolk Heritage Park, Guildford Ave, Sheffield, S2 2PL

when? 29th July 2023

time? 2pm – 11.30pm

how much? general admission from £32.40, under 18s from £11

other info:

  • live music from the UK’s best tribute acts
  • live DJs
  • eating competitions and more

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Great Yorkshire Show 2023

where? Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ

when? 11th July – 14th July 2023

time? 8am – 6pm

how much? adults from £32, children from £13

other info:

  • celebrating agriculture, farming, food and countryside
  • best in British livestock competing
  • unique show for all the family

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The Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival

where? Funkirk Farm, Heslaker Farm, Carleton, Skipton, BD23 3AB

when? 21st July – 23rd July 2023

time? 9am – 10.45pm

how much? day tickets from £25.55

other info:

  • the UK’s biggest food and drink festival
  • Gino D’Acampo, Si King and James Martin
  • foodie activities, kitchen stages and more

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Whitby Beer Festival

where? The Whitby Mission & Seafarers Centre, Haggersgate House, Haggersgate, Whitby, YO21 3PP

when? 27th July – 30th July 2023

time? 12pm – 10pm

how much? entry £5

other info:

  • 30 of the very best artisan ales, beers and ciders
  • all from award-winning local and regional brewers
  • unique experience perfect for beer lovers

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Grease Outdoor Cinema at Castle Howard

where? Castle Howard, York, YO60 7BY

when? 12th August 2023

time? 6pm – 9.45pm

how much? standard tickets from £15.50, premium tickets from £21.50, under 12s from £9.50

other info:

  • picnics welcome whilst the films on
  • gates open at 6pm, film starts at 8pm
  • immerse yourself in the singing and dancing world

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Outdoor Theatre: Twelfth Night

where? Nostell, Wakefield, WF4 1QT

when? 4th August 2023

time? 7pm – 9pm

how much? tickets from £18

other info:

  • enjoy watching this romantic comedy
  • entertaining and engaging outdoor theatre experience
  • bring deckchairs and blankets
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