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| Christmas
in York 2007
York is a superb spot for
Christmas markets and events running from mid-November right through
till Christmas week. Come an enjoy the magic of
Christmas in our shops, restaurants and bars.
23
- 25 Nov 2007: Christmas
markets starts with the Children’s Christmas Fayre with
market stalls and entertainment especially for children.
29 Nov - 02 December 2007:
St Nicholas Fayre.
A very well-known and popular Christmas Market. with gifts, crafts,
and the very best in local farm produce. Enjoy bustling stalls
with pottery and crafts,
collectables, wooden crafted models, farm
raised venison, hand made cheeses,
punch, beer, wine,
& mulled wine,
pies & pastries
plus of course carol singers and roasted chestnuts and buskers and
more. (can't wait!!)
Visit Parliament Street, St Sampson’s Square, Kings Square, and
Coppergate Square for a range of open air stalls selling a variety
of products.
29 - 02 Dec 2007:
St Nicholas Medieval
Market. In the medieval townhouse - living history giving pots
of Yuletide atmosphere - traditional crafts and costumed
traders,
06 - 16 Dec 2007:
Made in Yorkshire Craft Market
- if it's made in Yorkshire then it must be good. Great for picking
up local made presents that are unique.
06 - 22 Dec 2007:
German Christmas Market
- ‘Christkindlesmarkt’,
traditionally selling arts and
crafts,along with seasonal food and drink. Stop
for a Glühwein and wursts, stollen and
Lebkuchen and take in the
atmosphere.
21 Dec - 22 Dec 2007:
Christmas Farmers Market
- should be lots of yummy stuff,
home-grown veg, dairy produce, crafts, gifts and much more.
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| The Ice Factor: York’s open-air ice rink. Enjoy the thrills, and spills, of ice skating, and
the party atmosphere. Set against
the spectacular backdrop of Clifford’s Tower in the centre of York,
a unique Christmas attraction. It
encompasses a picturesque 600 square metre ice rink centred round
the illuminated oak tree in the Eye of York, a viewing area, and
heated café and skate hire marquees.
Returning 17th November 2007 to
6 January 2008
More details |
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| Carols in
York
York's
many churches and other venues in the city present a number of Carol
services and concerts throughout the Christmas period. Carols at
Kirkgate 04 Dec 07 to 11 Dec 2007 (York Castle Museum), York Minster's Family Carol Concert
and the candle-lit service at Holy Trinity, Goodramgate are among
the city's favourites.
12 Dec 2007. 19.30. Ding
Dong Merrily. York Music Theatre Company. Annual event of
readings, songs and carols. Book on 01904 658338. Info on 01904
658338
4 - 11 Dec 07:
Carols at Kirkgate.
The atmospheric Victorian street of Kirkgate is the ideal
setting for a night of festive music with the York Philharmonic Male
Voice Choir. (4th, 5th,
6th, 7th, 8th and 11th December 2007)
Doors Open at 7.30pm.
Tickets on sale from the York Castle
Museum. Early booking is advised!
At York Minster:
The season begins with the Advent Procession on
Sunday 02 December at 6.30pm, a service which is held in the
darkened Nave of the Cathedral, illuminated at first only by a few
candles. As the services progresses, more and more candles are lit,
as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, who brought
true light into the world.
Advent Procession 02 Dec
2007
14th Dec 2007:
York Minster Family Carol Concert.
The service takes place in the Nave from 7pm-8pm with
admission from around 6pm.
An admission will be charged and proceeds go towards the Minster's
Development Campaign.
23rd Dec 07: 16.00 - 17.00
The Minster's 'gifts to York', the services of
Nine Lessons and Carols
24th Dec 07: 16.00 - 17.00
The Minster's 'gifts to York', the
services of Nine Lessons and Carols. The Minster
gets full for these services so don't arrive too late.
24th Dec 07: 11.30pm. Midnight
Mass
For more information and check
above times see
York Minster Web or call 01904
557200
Don't forget you can support
the Minster by shopping in the Minster Shop at the Minster and York
Minster Gifts at 9 Minster Gates |
| Festival of Angels:
08 and 09th Dec 2007: 12.00 to 6pm
Due to its popularity it has become an annual event -
enjoy a festival of
snow, ice sculptures, stalls, food and
drink, bring back the
wonder and excitement of your
childhood.
The area of The Quarter
is closed off to traffic and a series of ice sculptures are placed
along the streets, along with outdoors
food and drink stalls, some street entertainment, and everything is
dusted with snowflakes which fall from the upper storeys of the
buildings.
8 and 9 Dec 07. The Parade of Angels walks through the city
centre during the festival and all children, big or small, are
invited to join (with or without angel wings!).
York is the prettiest of
cities to visit in winter - see what else there is
to do
in York |
Here are four hotels close to York's
attractions:
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Lady Anne Middletons Hotel Situated on Skeldergate, the ancient
Roman waterfront which now leads from the city walls across the
river to the - 52 bedroomed, 2 star, city centre hotel, comprising
of 6 buildings - one of which dates from 1659. In a courtyard
setting, located close to major attractions. |
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Blossoms York is
conveniently located within easy walking distance of the city's
historic attractions |
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Minster Hotel An elegant 3
star hotel situated just 200 yds away from
the city centre and York Minster itself. Free
private residents parking. |
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Novotel York Centre Located in
York city centre, on the banks of the river Foss, close to the
ramparts and business centre. The hotel features a
restaurant, bar, heated swimming pool, video games for children and
a car park. For children there is the Dolfi corner, including
console games, the internet, children's channels and a Lego table
and toys. |
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