Saturday, 18 July 2026

Things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, London, Scotland, Ireland and more

Got plans for the weekend? Here are a few ideas of things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, London, Scotland, Ireland and more:

The perfect North Yorkshire escape


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We're in full flow for the rest of the week, including Tuesday’s epic Soul of the City event.

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The Domino Club has been recognised as one of the worlds best bars.

We’re beyond happy to announce that we've been awarded a pin from the Pinnacle Guide.
To put this in perspective, a bar receiving a pin is the equivalent of a restaurant receiving a Michelin star,
It’s a big deal!

We're incredibly proud that the hard work and dedication our team put into their craft has been recognised on a global stage.

After nine years of operating, we're still marching forward.
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Saturday 18th July
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Elena Maya
Doors 6pm - Band start at 7pm

Spanning a range of 4 octaves, Elena Maya's soulful vocals are reminiscent of Golden Era artists such as Etta James, Billie Holiday and Aretha Franklin.


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Mojah
Doors 6pm - Band start at 10:20pm


Energetic feel good reggae band Mojah make their welcome return to the Domino Club.Featuring some of the best musicians in Yorkshire, Mojah play, Reggae, Soul, Blues, Rock and Pop in their own roots style.


Sunday 19th July 
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FMK
Doors 7:00pm -  Band start at 8pm

Leeds-based trio FMK combine their love of the great organ trios of the 60s, with funk and modern jazz, to create a their own blend of original music and fresh interpretations of standard repertoire.



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Hi everyone!

We know you like to stay informed of what's going on in our libraries.

For events across ALL our libraries (because, after all, you are welcome at ANY of them) please follow our Bradford Libraries Facebook page here; Facebook

For ALL our Summer Reading Challenge Events please click on this link https://www.bradford.gov.uk/libraries/children-and-young-people/summer-reading-challenge/

In today's bulletin we share news of..

  • Read to the Beat at Bradford Libraries
  • Clay workshop
  • Dance workshops
  • Illustration workshop
  • Dementia Information Day

Read to the Beat at Bradford Libraries

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Read to the Beat this Summer at Bradford Libraries!
Looking for something fun to do with the children next week? As part of the Summer Reading Challenge: Read to the Beat, we've got a fantastic line-up of FREE creative events happening across Bradford Libraries.
Spaces may be limited at some sessions, so check with your local library for booking details. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge and discover a summer full of stories, creativity and fun!
Musical Stories with Hannah Butterfield
Enjoy a lively interactive story performance packed with songs, props, visuals, audience participation and even a little dancing! Afterwards, children can create a story-inspired craft to take home. Booking essential.
Holme Wood Library – Monday 20 July, 11am–12 noon
Keighley Library – Monday 20 July, 2pm–3pm
Wibsey Library – Thursday 23 July, 10.30am–11.30am

Clay Workshop

Clay Workshop with Tony Bullock
Get hands-on with air-dry clay and create your own musical-themed masterpiece while learning new creative techniques. Suitable for ages 6–12 (adults welcome to join in too). Booking essential.
Wibsey Library – Tuesday 21 July, 12 noon–2pm
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Dance Workshops

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Let's Read to the Beat! Dance Workshops
 Join BRAVE Festival for a joyful dance workshop inspired by storybooks featuring African animals. Expect music, movement, games and props in this fun-filled session. No experience needed! Suitable for ages 4–9 and their grown-ups. Drop-in, no need to book.
Bingley Library – Tuesday 21 July, 10.30am–11.30am
Keighley Library – Tuesday 21 July, 1.30pm–2.30pm

Illustration Workshop

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Illustrator Workshop with Stephen Waterhouse
Meet local illustrator and author Stephen Waterhouse and create your own colourful characters, invent stories and make a mini book to take home! Suitable for ages 4–12.
Booking essential.
Manningham Library – Wednesday 22 July, 1.30pm–3.30pm
For more information on our events visit our online brochure here https://www.bradford.gov.uk/libraries/children-and-young-people/summer-reading-challenge/

Dementia Information Day

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DEMENTIA INFORMATION DAY - CITY LIBRARY - WED 22nd JULY 11.30am-1.30pm
Event for people who have been diagnosed with dementia and their families or for anybody who wants to find out more about support and services available in our area for people with Dementia.  
Information from support services including: 
• Bradford District Care  NHS Foundation Trust  
• Admiral Nursing Team  
• Bradford Libraries  
• Bradford Metropolitan District Council Social Services 
• Community Links  (Bradford Dementia Hub)  
• Pathways 
• Rainbow Care 
• Dementia Friendly Keighley 
• Affinity Care
• Carer’s Resource 
*please note: organisations may vary depending on capacity.
The Dementia Information Day will be on Wednesday 22nd July from 11.30am- 
1.30pm: City Library  
Refreshments will be provided. 
The Dementia Information Days will include a short presentation about Dementia followed by an opportunity to talk to different teams, services and groups about what they offer to people with Dementia and their families or carers.  
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The beat goes on


Have you heard the news? The one and only Bob Dylan's coming to our Royal Festival Hall for a run of five shows. It'll be one for the books. 

In the meantime, get ready to celebrate the steel pan at our high-energy Steel Scenes weekender, with loads of free events. 


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Bob Dylan

THU 3 – TUE 8 DEC

The inimitable Bob Dylan is back in the UK with an unmissable run of five shows in our Royal Festival Hall.

The Southbank Centre Members’ presale for Bob Dylan opens on Monday 20 July, at 10am. General booking opens on Wednesday 22 July, at 10am.

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Get in early

Become a Southbank Centre Member to receive presale ticket access to Bob Dylan and pay no booking fees.

Plus, get 12 months of free unlimited entry to the Hayward Gallery, including our landmark Anish Kapoor exhibition, and get a guest pass with Membership Plus.

What are you waiting for? Sign up today.



Celebrating a legend

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Vangelis: Albedo 0.39

SAT 21 NOV

A 50-year celebration of the influential film composer and musician’s solo album Albedo 0.39, reimagined for electronics, jazz quartet and orchestra.


Tickets now on sale

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Nan Goldin: You Never Did Anything Wrong

TUE 24 NOV 2026 – SUN 7 MAR 2027

Nan Goldin, the acclaimed American artist and activist known for documenting personal relationships, addiction and queer subcultures, comes to the Hayward Gallery with a major solo show. 

To celebrate our 75th anniversary, you can book a £7.50 ticket for the opening two weeks. Only 750 are available. 


Steel Scenes weekender

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Steel Rising

FRI 24 JUL

Youth ensembles capture the power of the steel pan as a community force in an evening of free performances, hosted by sound system collective Flagz Sound.

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Steel Sounds with Just Vibez

SAT 25 JUL

A high-energy line-up of steel pan bands from across the UK take over the Riverside Terrace, with music from traditional calypso to modern-day arrangements.

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Rhythm of History Exhibition

SAT 25 JUL

Cast your eyes (and ears) back at an interactive exhibition about the steel pan’s incredible journey – from ‘Operation Britain’ to global fame and future moves.

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Steel Pan Reimagined

SAT 25 JUL

One week to go until steel pan as you've never heard it before in an unforgettable night featuring brand-new compositions from Blue Lab Beats, Soweto Kinch, and a line-up of guest artists including Jamilah Barry.

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The Social Infrastructure of Steel

SAT 25 JUL

Learn how the steel pan has shaped British society for 75 years at this panel discussion featuring excerpts from Kim Johnson’s film PAN! Our Music Odyssey.

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Defining the Modern Pannist

SAT 25 JUL

Re-write the score and join a vital talk on the pannist’s journey from school to a professional music career, and the barriers we must dismantle for musical equality.

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Steel Legacies

SUN 26 JUL

Join us in Jubilee Gardens for a day of performances, uniting an incredible selection of the UK’s best legacy steel bands, hosted by Martin Jay and Just Vibez.


From the Magazine

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Steel impact: the story of the first ever steel pan performance in Britain

The 1951 Festival of Britain gave the people of Britain many things.



Last few tickets

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Hofesh Shechter: IN THE BRAIN

WED 22 – SAT 25 JUL

Hofesh Shechter’s new full-length work for his company Shechter II, IN THE BRAIN is an invitation to surrender to the music and be swept away in rhythm.

★★★★

‘superlatively talented’  – The Guardian



Hear it live

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Stadio Live with Nish Kumar

THU 23 JUL

Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga host a live edition of Stadio: A Football Podcast, diving into the beautiful game with their guest, comedian Nish Kumar.



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We’ve got something for pretty much any occasion: from luxury scented candles and tasty treats to bold wall art. We stock unique pieces you won’t find everywhere else, like Studio Arde’s artistic satin scarves, nostalgic pop phones and our iconic David Shrigley collection.


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Hayward Gallery Lates: Anish Kapoor

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Live Art Bookshop: Globus Hystericus Book Launch

WED 22 JUL | LIVE ART DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Join us for the UK launch of performance art duo Kainulainen & Latva’s book Globus Hystericus. Key themes explored in the neurodivergent duo’s work include trauma, power relations and gender issues. 


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Dear Reader,

I don't often talk about beauty, but this week I'm going to do a dump of my current favourite products – just because. Eco by Sonya's Face Tan Water is my first recommendation. I'm completely allergic to fake tan, it brings me out in a rash, so to find a no-nasties product that really makes a difference has been brilliant (£25, ecobysonyadriver.co.uk). For day-to-day coverage, I'm a stickler for Heliocare's 360 color gel oil-free sunscreen projector in beige. It's much lighter than a full-on foundation but hides a multitude of skin sins (£33, lookfantastic.com). For perfume, I'm literally obsessed with Matiere Premiere. I can't tell you how many times I get stopped in the street when wearing Radical Rose, and now I'm hooked on Neroli Oranger for summer vibes (£250, matiere-premiere.com). Finally, for shampoo and conditioner, it's Ouai (pronounced way) all the way (from £28, theouai.co.uk), with some Olaplex that I leave on overnight once a week for bonding. So a light tan, good face-smoothing coverage, a spritz and luxury hair, and I'm good to go. 

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Staying In

LISTEN: Caroline Lucas’ Nature Series

Goalhanger – the group behind The Rest Is Politics podcast – has launched a new investigative mini-series presented by former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas. This will delve into a suppressed government-commissioned report compiled by the Joint Intelligence Committee which warned that climate breakdown and ecosystem collapse must be treated as a national security threat. Across four episodes, Lucas will speak to voices from diplomacy, food systems, water, climate and geopolitics to explore what these warnings mean for Britain – and ask why they have been largely ignored in mainstream political debate. Launching today, with new episodes released weekly.

READ: The First House by Avni Doshi

Avni Doshi, known for her Booker Prize-shortlisted debut Burnt Sugar, is back with her second novel. The First House begins with an unnamed woman’s husband walking into her bedroom and saying he wants a divorce – a huge shock to the narrator, who has always viewed their marriage as a happy one. But in the days and weeks that follow, she begins unravelling: sifting through their life together and noticing warning signs she’d previously ignored. A practising astrologist, she moves between realism, dreams and folklore, exploring how we make sense of real-world issues through mythical patterns and using the surreal and the cosmos to explore themes of motherhood, family and female autonomy. Out now (Hamish Hamilton) 

GIVE: Your Home Some Sustainability Credentials

The word ‘sustainability’ can be an off-putting one, conjuring images of an ascetic existence that is at odds with modern notions of desirability and luxury. It’s a narrative that needs up-ending, says C&TH’s Virgina Clarke. True environmental stewardship isn’t about giving things up, it’s about elevating how we live in such a way that we have a legacy to pass onto future generations. And fortunately, the interiors industry is undergoing a revolution – and designers and makers in the luxury sphere are now prioritising these ethics in a variety of ways. From non-toxic paints and reclaimed furniture to heat pumps and window glazing, these are the brands and designers leading the charge when it comes to living well and longevity.

 

Going Out

SEE: The Odyssey In The Cinema

It’s a tale as old as time – literally. Homer’s epic poem Odyssey is one of the world’s oldest surviving pieces of literature (along with his Iliad). And when British-American classicist Emily Wilson unveiled her major new translation into English in 2017, she inspired one of Hollywood’s most renowned filmmakers: Christopher Nolan. His fresh take on the tale lands in cinemas today, starring a whole host of familiar faces including (but by no means limited to) Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o and Charlize Theron. They inject the familiar tale of the Ithacan king stumbling across many blockades on his mammoth journey home from the Trojan War with a fresh modernity (including some controversially modern language and, whisper it, American accents). But as renowned historian/podcaster Tom Holland put it, much to the rage of Elon Musk, ‘it is by some way the best cinematic adaptation of a Greek myth I have ever seen. It honours Homer while simultaneously making something new of him’. Filmed entirely in IMAX, don’t wait to stream it in a few months: this is an epic worth venturing to the cinema for. Find your closest screening at flicks.co.uk

PLAY: Champagne Pong At The Goring

Beer pong not your thing? What about if the beer was swapped for champagne? That’s what’s on offer at The Goring, which is launching a champagne-fuelled ping pong pop-up to celebrate 100 years of the sport. A ping pong table will appear in the hotel’s private garden, with guests invited to buy a bottle of Bollinger and try their hand at a game or two, bouncing the balls into coupes by hand or using a bat. Perhaps having that precious cargo to protect will make you a better player… thegoring.com

PLAN: A Bucket List Trip To Nepal’s Dolpo Wilderness

In one of the most exclusive adventure travel experiences of 2025, Pelorus Travel is offering a small number of people rare access to Nepal’s remote Dolpo region – home to ancient cultures, fragile ecosystems and valleys deep in the Himalayas. The expedition begins in Kathmandu where travellers will meet a Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader before heading to Dolpo via helicopter. Expert guides will then lead you on a multi-day trek through some of the most untouched terrain in the Himalayas, coming home each evening to a fully-serviced private mobile camp. The trip will culminate in a visit to Shey Gompa: a Buddhist monastery considered to be the spiritual heart of western Nepal. Available from October 2026, from £120,000 based on four guests for 12 nights. pelorustravel.com

 

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Property Of The Week

An Italian palazzo in the middle of the Oxfordshire countryside, this historic home was designed by the husband of a homesick princess, longing for the palaces in her home town of Genoa. Modelled on the city’s Palazzo Pallavicini, this property has since laid witness to Roundhead plots and the making of My Cousin Rachel (2017). 

On the market for £14,250,000, search.savills.com

 

Competition Time

  1. Win an overnight stay for two at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

  2. Win a fully bespoke post parasol from InstaShade 

  3. Win a 13-piece Stainless Clad Cookware set from Made In, worth £979

 

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A new design-led hotel is coming to London’s Lincoln Inn Fields this autumn, The Webster Covent Garden. Described as a ‘modern antidote to digital burnout’, the property will include analogue features like classic alarm clocks, hand-selected books and Jacob Jensen phones, with an Italian restaurant called Carmelina’s and a programme of events spanning book clubs and roving bar carts. This is the debut hotel for The Webster group, with a second due to follow in Times Square, New York.

 

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Edinburgh this July

With longer days and a packed calendar of events, July is a wonderful time to discover everything Edinburgh has to offer. In this newsletter, we’re sharing plenty of inspiration to help you make the most of the summer, from exploring the lesser-known attractions, to family-friendly activities.

We take a look at Edinburgh’s array of local markets, where you can shop fresh produce, handcrafted gifts and artisan creations. We’ve got a preview of the upcoming Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, while our brand new competition gives you the chance to win a £200 voucher to spend at King Pins.

Alongside all of that, we’ve got details of some of the exciting events happening across the city in the days and weeks ahead.

 
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Summer family activities

School’s out for summer! Thankfully in Edinburgh there are plenty of great activities and events taking place to keep boredom at bay, no matter the weather.

From bus tours to wildlife encounters, take a look at our round-up of events and activities, and start planning your family’s summer of fun.

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Shop from Edinburgh's markets

From fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables to handcrafted gifts from local craftmakers, Edinburgh’s markets offer a unique shopping experience.

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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

This July, Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival is back with a vibrant programme showcasing the world’s very best jazz and blues artists.

With more than 100 events, covering everything from bebop to boogie-woogie, funk to soul, trad to hip-hop, and swing to searing blues-rock, come and enjoy 10 days of world-class music.

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Win a £200 voucher for King Pins

Fancy some friendly competition with friends and family this summer? Offering ten pin bowling, ice-free curling, American pool, mini golf, shuffleboard, ping pong, and much more, there’s plenty to get stuck into at King Pins Edinburgh Waverley.

We’ve teamed up with King Pins Edinburgh Waverley to give one person the chance to win a £200 voucher, valid for games, food, and drinks.

Entries close at midnight on 02 August 2026. Open to those aged 18+ years. T&C apply.

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Upcoming events

Get ready to take on giant slides as Labyrinth Challenge, the UK’s biggest inflatable obstacle course arrives at Dalkeith Country Park. Strap yourself in for family-friendly fun at the Scottish Festival of Motoring or Truckfest Scotland, or travel the short distance to North Berwick for 300+ music, comedy, talk, book, family, film, and wellbeing events at Fringe by the Sea.

For foodies, there’s a feast of events to look forward to. Join The Scotch Malt Whisky Society for Drams Ahoy! Whisky on Water, or take whisky appreciation to another level with Dynamic Earth’s immersive Whisky Under the Stars. Discover what’s in season and tips for growing locally with Seasonal Summer Cooking. Enjoy 3 flavour-packed days of top chefs, artisan producers, street food traders and live music at Edinburgh Foodies Festival, or uncover a different side of the city with Closes & Coffee Tour, a unique two-part experience that blends rich history with a perfectly brewed cup.

Fancy joining a traditional ceilidh? Get twirling and birling with Laldie Ceilidhs or Museum Late: Festival Ceilidh.

Plus, see iconic and beautifully crafted period outfits from film and TV classics at Dovecot Studios’ latest exhibition, Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop.

 
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Edinburgh International Festival

The world’s best music, theatre, opera and dance comes to Edinburgh this August.

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Edinburgh International Book Festival

Discover an exciting festival celebrating the written word, literature and ideas.

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Edinburgh Art Festival

The UK’s largest annual festival of visual art returns this August.

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Dublin: 5 walks outside the city

You probably think of city streets when you think of Dublin, but just beyond the urban buzz you'll find a land of lush mountains and gorgeous coastal walks.

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Experience the history of Dublin literature

The written word, creative fiction and literature, is a massive part of Dublin's cultural tapestry. And Ireland's legendary writers sharpened their minds and their pens at various iconic pubs across the city...

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With food markets and book stalls to peruse, beautiful galleries to explore and live music to enjoy, Temple Bar is the centre of culture in Dublin city.

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Love Guinness? Or even just curious about one of Ireland's iconic symbols? Then don't miss the world-class Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. It's time for a pint...

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Summertime is the perfect time to embrace Ireland's creativity and culture. From lively music festivals to unique art exhibitions, Ireland is even more electric and exciting in the summer.

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Dublin: coastal towns and villages

Dublin’s prettiest villages with quaint shops, beautiful scenery and more.

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With thanks to Hannah of Get Lost Yorkshire:

Weekly Escape

Hey 

When people visit Aysgarth, there's one place almost everyone heads straight for.

The waterfalls.

And rightly so - they're spectacular.

But on my last visit, I stumbled across something I'd wanted to visit for ages...and I honestly think it deserves just as much attention.

Just a short walk away is Aysgarth Edwardian Rock Garden - a hidden little oasis that's easy to miss if you don't know it's there.

From the road it doesn't look like much.

Step through the gate though, and suddenly you're wandering winding paths between towering limestone rocks, tiny alpine plants, hidden grottoes and peaceful little corners that feel completely removed from the outside world.

It almost feels like you've discovered somebody's secret garden.

We visited on a Friday afternoon and had the entire place to ourselves. It was one of those wonderfully peaceful moments that seem increasingly rare during summer.

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What I love most is that this isn't a polished tourist attraction. It's quietly looked after by its owners, free to visit during daylight hours, with just a donation box by the entrance if you'd like to help preserve this remarkable little piece of Yorkshire history.

If you're planning a trip to Aysgarth Falls this summer, I'd genuinely recommend adding this to your itinerary. It only takes around half an hour to explore, but it's one of those places you'll remember long afterwards.

In my full guide I've included:
🌿 How to find the hidden entrance
🌸 What makes this Edwardian garden so unusual
📸 The highlights you shouldn't miss
🚗 Parking tips and practical information
🏞️ A few nearby hidden gems to combine into a brilliant day out

👉 Read my complete guide to Aysgarth Edwardian Rock Garden here​

Sometimes the best discoveries aren't the famous ones...they're the places hiding quietly just around the corner.

Until our next adventure,

P.S. 🌿 One of my favourite details is that this remarkable garden is actually a Grade II listed structure...despite not containing a single building. The reason why is fascinating, and I explain the story in the guide.

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Yorkshire Events

What's on in Yorkshire this weekend?

Here's a glimpse of what's on in Yorkshire this weekend 👀

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​North Yorkshire: Ingleton Gala brings a traditional village celebration to the Yorkshire Dales this weekend. Expect a parade, field games, stalls, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere near Ingleborough. Find out more.

West Yorkshire: Loaded Laughs – Edinburgh Fringe Previews comes to Loading Bay in Bradford this week. Catch comedians testing full Fringe shows in an intimate setting, with tickets from £7. Find out more.

East Yorkshire: Withernsea Pirate Festival brings swashbuckling fun to the seaside this Saturday. Enjoy pirate activities, fancy dress, treasure hunts, live entertainment, and family fun along the promenade. Find out more.

South Yorkshire: Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet Guided Tours run throughout summer and autumn at this historic scythe-making works. Explore workshops, tilt hammers, grinding hulls, and workers’ cottages with knowledgeable guides. Find out more.

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Discover more events in Yorkshire here:​
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→ See the full calendar of events happening in Yorkshire this July here​
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→ Plan ahead with this guide to the best events in Yorkshire this August​

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Want to get the most out of Yorkshire this year?

Check out the full 2026 events calendar →

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Explore the wonders of science this summer

Make the most of your summer by planning a fascinating day out at the Science Museum. There's something to ignite curiosity for all ages, whether it's a tour of a free gallery filled with extraordinary objects or immersing yourself in a 3D IMAX documentary for a cinematic experience like no other.

Read on for all the details of our summer highlights, or book your visit now via the button below.

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Summer afternoon tea with a scientific twist

Book ahead for a Science Afternoon Tea this summer, a fusion of science, art and culinary creativity that's the perfect way to round off a day of discovery at the museum.

You can now combine your Afternoon Tea with tabletop science experiments, adding even more fun to this delicious treat for all ages.

Bring science and culture to life in our free galleries

There are more ways than ever to explore the treasures of our vast free galleries this summer.

Get your hands on a piece of scientific history in an object handling session, join a volunteer-led tour of your favourite gallery, or pick up a new Interactive Guide to discover captivating stories across the museum.

Save on tickets for museum favourites

There are plenty of ways to save on tickets to our interactive experiences this summer, including breathtaking 3D IMAX documentaries and eye-opening exhibits in Wonderlab.

Visit during quieter times and book ahead for cheaper tickets, and you can also take advantage of family discounts to get even more value from your visit.

Find out what the future of food holds

This summer is your last chance to visit Future of Food, our free exhibition all about how food must change to protect the planet.

Don't miss this exciting interactive exhibition, designed for curious minds of all ages, before it closes on 1 September. 

Free family-friendly workshops

Drop in to Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery and join free Careers Live sessions with experts from the Environment Agency (11.00–16.00, 4–7 August and 11–14 August).

Discover fascinating career paths in the world of science and enjoy a range of activities that show how science can help take care of the environment.

We recommend:

The Sun and The Moon: Art Inspired by the Celestial

Saatchi Gallery, 5 June – 8 September 2026

From the Apollo missions to detailed solar imagery, The Sun and The Moon: Art Inspired by the Celestial at Saatchi Gallery explores how scientific discovery and artistic imagination have shaped our understanding of the cosmos. Experience immersive installations, contemporary art and historic objects across nine galleries.

Book now

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Find out what's on: Close up of the Baby computer in Revolution Manchester

Dive deeper into stories of Manchester's computing icons with exciting new displays in our Revolution Manchester gallery. Explore how the computer technology you use today can be traced back to ideas and innovations born here in the city.

Get up close to our full-scale replica of Baby, the world's first modern computer, which began a technological revolution 78 years ago.

Discover new, in-depth content about the world’s first commercially made computer, the Ferranti Mark 1, which celebrated its 75th anniversary this year. This amazing machine marks the first step in a long journey that brought computers into our daily lives.

New objects and stories celebrate the people behind the technology, including objects relating to mathematician, Alan Turing, and a personal account from pioneering Ferranti Mark 1 programmer Mary Lee Woods, who later became the mother of World Wide Web inventor, Tim Berners-Lee.

See part of Spinnaker, a recent University of Manchester supercomputer that used a million smartphone-type processors organised like the neurons of our brains.

Plus, celebrate the past, present and future of gaming in Power Up and play brand-new games designed by the winners of this year's BAFTA Young Game Designers Awards.

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22 July - 31 August
Adult pass £8
Child pass £7 this summer as part of the Government's Great British Summer Savings scheme
Ages 3 and under free, family discounts available

Explore the evolution of computer gaming and play through over 150 consoles in Power Up - the ultimate gaming experience.

From retro classics like Pac-Man to the latest technology, there’s something for everyone to discover.

Plus, be among the first to play brand-new games designed by the winners of this year's BAFTA Young Game Designers Awards.

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18 July - 1 September
Free holiday programme
Charges apply for special exhibitions

Discover surprising space science, hands-on challenges, and rocket loads of fun, inspired by the Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos exhibition.

☆ Explore the science behind space travel with new daily live science demonstrations.

☆ Follow a trail of friendly Martians in an intergalactic treasure hunt.

☆ Come face-to-face with a real rocket. See the 30-foot-tall, life-size Skybolt 2, as part of the turbo charged Rocket Wednesdays.

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Refuel with a visit to the museum Café. Take a break and enjoy our delicious selection of hot and cold drinks, pastries, sandwiches, cakes and snacks. Or visit the Bistro on Level 1 to enjoy fresh pizza slices, flavour-packed hot dogs and delicious loaded fries.

You are also welcome to bring your own food to enjoy in our indoor or outdoor picnic areas.

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The Science and Industry Museum is a charity. Discover how you can support us and play your part in our future.

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