Things to do in Yorkshire this month

Looking for exciting things to do in Yorkshire this weekend? From welcoming in the new season with fresh Spring menus to food festivals and even al fresco pizza, there’s something for everyone. We’ve got you covered this April.

Things to do in Yorkshire this April

Kids Pizza Making Class at Cutlery Works, Sheffield | Thursday 4th April

To keep your little ones entertained this Easter break, how about taking them along to a pizza-making class? Known as one of the largest food halls in the North, Cutlery Works in the Kelham Island area of Sheffield is home to over 14 independent vendors.

One of the vendors, Little Dough, is hosting their own pizza-making class for all budding mini-chefs to get stuck into. With tickets starting at £15, your little ones can make their own masterpieces to enjoy for lunch.

73 – 101 Neepsend Ln, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8AT

April Classes at The Cookery School at The Grand, York – SAVE 15%

Why not try cooking something new this month? Situated within York’s 5 Star hotel The Grand is a state-of-the-art school offering a wide variety of courses.

For April, our top picks are their Weber Barbecue Classics experience and the Knife Skills, Stocks and Sauces half day where you can perfect the art of homemade stocks for your cooking. Yorkshire Food Guide customers save up to 15% off, meaning this is definitely one of the best things to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

Station Rise, York YO1 6GD

Huddersfeast Night Market, Huddersfield | Friday 5th April

Following on from last year’s success, Huddersfeast Night Market is back this April! Hosted by Huddersfield Bid and Kirklees Council, it’s the first edition of the Huddersfeast markets this year. Expect plenty of artisan market stalls, food and drink tasters and plenty of live entertainment. For something different to do this weekend in Yorkshire, give this night market a go.

Brook St, Huddersfield HD1 1RY – 01484 225930

Themed Dinner Nights at Owl, Leeds | Throughout April

The Owl based in Leeds city centre, is hoping to wow their diners again this month with their themed dinners. Known for their intimate ambience and modern British classics with a focus on creative flavours, their seasonal set menus are not one to miss. Previous themed dinners have included a French Bistro Night, a Steak and Lobster Night and a Pie n Pea Night.

Keep an eye on their Instagram or Facebook channels for this month’s themed dinner announcements. It’s a great idea for something different to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

Mustard Wharf, Mustard Approach, Holbeck, Dockside LS1 4EY – 0113 531 6621

Vive La France at The Rusty Bull, Huddersfield | Friday 5th – Saturday 6th April 

The Rusty Bull is transforming into Le Taureau Rouille this April. You can enjoy a candlelit dinner with two courses for £34.95 including an amuse-bouche or three for £39.95 including coffee and petit fours.

Choose from entrées such as Baked Camembert or Duo Salmon Rillettes followed by a Beef Bourguignon or Yellow Fin Tuna Nicoise Salad finished with Apple Tarte Tatin or a Strawberry Crème Brulée.

Netherton Moor Rd, Huddersfield HD4 7LE – 01484 668949

Hull Vegan Market | Saturday 6th April

Hull’s quarterly vegan market is back this month with a bang. Taking place inside the newly refurbished Trinity Market, grab some free tasters and sweet treats for a fun day out in Yorkshire this weekend. How about trying the zero-waste lifestyle or some vegan homeware? Entry is free and you can enter anytime between 10 am and 3 pm.

Trinity Indoor Market, Trinity House Ln, Hull HU1 2JH – 01482 300300

Thai New Year Celebrations at Rosa’s Thai, Leeds & York | From 10th April

In commemoration of Thai New Year, a beloved holiday across the nation, Rosa’s Thai is introducing three new Songkran dishes for the special occasion. Following on from an in-house business competition named ‘Rosa’s MasterChef’, the winning dishes are featured on the menu for a limited time only.

The dishes include a sticky pork stir fry, duck and mango salad and son-in-law eggs – a traditional Thai dish. The Thai New Year dishes will be available until the end of April.

27 Albion St, Leeds LS1 5AT – 0113 834 3173
Unit 1, 1-3 Coney St, York YO1 9QL – 01904 590046

Pizza in the Park at The Swinton Estate, Ripon | Friday 12th – Sunday 14th April

As the weather starts to warm up you might be fancying some al fresco dining to help get you in the mood for the summer months. Well, you’re in luck. The Swinton Estate are offering a unique pop-up dining experience at their Deer House.

For £32.50 per person, you can get together with friends and family to enjoy an antipasto sharing board, woodfired pizzas and a dessert or ice cream. There’ll also be some lawn games and a spot of live music to perfect the summery vibe. This experience is available from Friday 12th – Sunday 14th April from 12 pm til 9 pm.

Swinton Park Hotel, Ripon HG4 4JH – 01765 680900

Various dates: Gin, Rum & Whisky Drinking Experiences at Liquor Studio, Leeds – SAVE 15%

Liquor Studio is a vibrant and innovative location where you can refine your spirit blends, learn how to prepare flawless cocktails and become an expert mixologist.

Create a 70cl bottle of personalised gin or spiced rum, try five whiskies from various locations in the Scottish Highlands, or discover your new favourite Caribbean-inspired concoction by sampling five quality rums combined with mixers. You can also learn the art of creating, straining and stirring cocktails at these hands-on masterclasses, and explore which London Essence tonic is your new favourite G&T combination by sampling five quality gins. With guidance from Liquor Studio’s team, the world is your oyster.

156a Lower Briggate, Leeds LS1 6LY – 0113 430 0316

Bell Tent Lakeside Dining at The Coniston Hotel, Skipton | Throughout April

This event is perfect for outdoor lovers looking for something to do in Yorkshire this weekend. The Coniston Hotel is putting on Bell Tent Lakeside Dining throughout April and May for a nature-filled dining experience with a difference.

From £100 you can enjoy a lakeside afternoon tea experience with a bottle of prosecco. Or from £49 you can enjoy a Pizza and Pop Experience complete with a nature trail, family board and lawn games, activity packs, soft drinks and rustic pizza and fries.

Coniston Cold, Skipton BD23 4EA – 01756 748080

Most Saturdays: Cooper King Distillery Tour & Tasting, near York – SAVE 20%

Discover the story behind Cooper King Distillery based in North Yorkshire and join them on a guided tour of England’s only self-built whisky and gin distillery.

You’ll get the chance to sample three different gins, one vodka, one liqueur and one new-make spirit, whilst designated drivers will be offered a complimentary sample to take away and enjoy at home. It’s a great idea if you’re looking for something boozy to do in Yorkshire at the weekend.

The Old Stable, Stillington Rd, Sutton-on-the-Forest, York YO61 1EH

The Schoolrooms and Assembly’s 1st Birthday, Bradfield | Saturday 13th April

The Schoolrooms and Assembly in Bradfield turn 1 this month! And what better way to celebrate than with a birthday party? Join the team from 7 pm onwards for some delicious food and live music to celebrate their successful year of business.

Based in an old Victorian school house, for the past year, The Schoolrooms have been striving to give school dinners a good name again. It’s a great idea for something to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

Mill Lee Rd, Low Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6LB – 0114 2851 920

Spring Artisan Fayre at Manor House Lindley, Huddersfield | Sunday 14th April

To celebrate the arrival of Spring, Manor House Lindley is hosting their first Spring Artisan Fayre. Their grounds will be packed with local artisan traders showcasing a range of local products to choose from. There’ll also be delicious food and drink on offer to help create the perfect Spring afternoon. It’s free admission and is taking place all afternoon from 11 am to 3 pm.

1 Lidget St, Lindley, Huddersfield HD3 3JB – 01484 504000

Yorkshire Seafood: Cookery Demonstration at Feversham Arms, Helmsley | Tuesday 16th April

Inside the hidden Helmsley hotel, Head Chef Jon Appleby will head up a series of intimate cookery demonstrations over the spring and summer months. Each cookery demo will showcase two dishes, that you will then enjoy for lunch with a glass of wine.

The April edition, named ‘Yorkshire Seafood’, will showcase cooking with all types of locally sourced seafood that’s perfect for seasonal cooking. Book your place now for one of the best things to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

1-5 High St, Helmsley, York YO62 5AG – 01439 770766

Taco Fridays at The Pearly Cow, York | Every Friday in April 

Bringing a taste of Mexico to York, Pearly Cow’s Taco Fridays are bound to go down a storm. For £22, you can get a trio of tacos and a cocktail or regular drink of your choice. There’s Salted Cod and Crab or Beef Fillet and Smoked Watermelon on offer accompanied by a Rosey Margarita or New Fashioned Marmalade. Get your friends together for one of the best things to do this weekend in Yorkshire.

1 Clifton, York YO30 6AA – 01904 946299

Blossom Season at Tattu, Leeds | Wednesday 17th April

Blossom season has well and truly commenced at Tattu in Leeds. The contemporary Chinese restaurant has been transformed with flowers rejuvenated with Spring hues. A new menu has also been announced including dishes such as Shiitake Bao Bun with truffle and kimchi, King Oyster Satay with crispy leeks and pak choi and Sticky Beef Rib on the bone served with crispy shallots and chilli.

Tattu’s signature Cherry Blossom dessert will also be making a reappearance for the Spring season. The new menu will be available from 17th April.

Minerva, 29 E Parade, Leeds LS1 5PS – 0113 245 1080

Spring Dining in The Orchard at Grantley Hall, Ripon | Throughout April

A new season has also been unveiled at Grantley Hall! This Spring and Summer, the hall has joined forces with Veuve Clicquot for a brand new dining experience in The Orchard.

A brand new Mediterranean-inspired menu has also been announced featuring dishes like fresh salads, light fish dishes and tasty steaks to get stuck into. And that’s not all. On some Sunday evenings, guests will also be treated to some live music as they drink and dine in the stunning outlet.

Grantley Hall, Ripon HG4 3ET – 01765 620070

Masons of Yorkshire Gin Distillery Tour with Tastings, Northallerton – SAVE 10%

Take a drive out to Northallerton to Masons of Yorkshire’s gin distillery. Set off on a tour around the North Yorkshire distillery, learn about the history of gin and discover the process and passion of distilling. On arrival, you will receive a Mason’s gin and tonic of your choice followed by a guided tasting, including tips on detecting scents and flavours.

Masons Distillery, Trinity Place, Conygarth Way, Leeming Bar, DL7 9EE

H by Hine Tasting Dinner at Three’s A Crowd, Leeds | Thursday 18th April

Join Three’s A Crowd in Leeds for an exclusive tasting experience in collaboration with the cognac brand Hine. Taking place in their Private Dining Room, Hine’s global brand ambassador will take guests through a 4-course tasting dinner with all dishes being carefully paired with 4 Hine Cognacs. Known for its rich and unique flavours, this is not an event to be missed for things to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

76-78 North St, Leeds LS2 7PN – 0113 295 6060

Various dates: Spanish food & drink experiences at Iberica, Leeds – SAVE 10%

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply looking for a different activity to do with friends, these interactive tasting experiences have all it takes to conquer your palate and spirit in a true Spanish style.

Try a ham carving experience or sample a selection of Spanish wines and cheese whilst learning how to pour wine the traditional Spanish way. Or, if that’s not for you, how about a Sherry discovery experience trying out 5 different Spanish sherries paired with some savoury nibbles? Another boozy offer from Iberica is their gin and tonic experience, which allows you to expertly taste 3 different flavours of gin paired with premium tonics. These experiences are certainly some of the best things to do in Yorkshire on a weekend.

Hepper House, 17a E Parade, Leeds LS1 2BH

Pocklington Food Festival | Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st April

The second Pocklington Food Festival is back this month! The celebration of all things food and drink is again taking place in the Market Place in Market Square with a new extension this year to Railway Street. Expect lots of fresh grocery foods, street food vendors, live music, bars and plenty of entertainment for the whole family. From Yorkshire Crepes to Mexican Burritos, there’ll be something for everyone’s tastes.

Market Pl, Pocklington, York

Island Uncorked at Kelu, Sheffield | Wednesday 24th April

Are you team Siciliy or team Sardinia? Kelu’s wine-tasting event this month will let you find out! For £35 per person, you get to try 6 unique wines representing the sunny Italian islands with distinct flavours. Each wine has also been perfectly paired with Italian nibbles to create an unforgettable evening. You’ll feel transported to the Mediterranean islands after this event! Which island will win? You decide!

Unit 3.1 krynkl, 294 Shalesmoor, Sheffield S3 8UL – 0114 299 1331

Harrogate Spring Flower Show | Thursday 25th April – Sunday 28th April

The ultimate Spring event, the Harrogate Spring Flower Show starts the first of many events in the national gardening calendar.

Taking place at the end of the month at The Great Yorkshire Showground, you can expect to see splendid garden features, live demonstrations, special guest talks and one of the biggest exhibitions made by florists in the country! Get some inspiration for your own gardens at one of the best things to do in Yorkshire this weekend. Tickets start at £22 per person.

Pie at The Weston, Barnsley | Saturday 27th April

For an evening filled with all things pies, you need to pay a visit to the Weston this April. At £40 per person, you can sample the best of the Yorkshire staple dish made with the best local produce.

Enjoy some traditional pub classics to start including Whitebait and Crackling, followed by a choice of a range of pies from King Scallop and Brown Shrimp to Local Beef Flank and Yorkshire Ale, finished off with Fudge Brownie Sundae or Treacle Pudding. If you’re a fan of the Yorkshire classics this is not one to miss for things to do in Yorkshire this weekend.

The Weston, Huddersfield Rd, Haigh, Barnsley S75 4BX – 01924 930004

Sheffield Vegan Market | Sunday 28th April

The second edition of Sheffield’s vegan markets is taking place at the end of this month. Taking over the moor, next to Moor Market in the heart of the city centre it’s not one to miss. Expect a vast variety of vegan street food stalls, craft brewers, zero-waste heroes, artisan bakers and much much more. It’s not an event to miss for things to do this weekend in South Yorkshire.

77 The Moor, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4PF

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