From Heatwaves to Harvest Time
There's something in the air this week, that shift from summer's sprawl to autumn's edge. School bags are packed, work routines are settling, and across Yorkshire, there's a gentle exhale as we move from holiday mode to something more grounded.
The moors are still purple with heather, but the mornings carry a new chill. And crucially, there's rain in the forecast. After weeks of drought and moorland fires near Fylingdales, cooler, wetter weather feels like exactly what Yorkshire needs. Our landscapes have endured the dry spell; now they can drink deeply again.
Whether you're easing into term time or simply ready to explore September's slower pace, Yorkshire's got plenty to bring you back to the present.
What's On This Week:
29th Aug to 3rd Sep
North Yorkshire
Settle Flowerpot Festival - Until 7th Sep - FREE! - Guaranteed to make you smile! Catch the quirky flowerpot displays before they disappear.
The Secret Garden, Helmsley Walled Garden - Fri 29th Aug - A reimagined open-air performance of the classic children’s tale by The Plandits. Suitable for ages 6+.
East Yorkshire
Freedom Festival, Hull - Fri 29th - Sun 31st Aug - Hull becomes a stage for international arts: street theatre, circus, installations, and more.
This Feeling By The Sea, Bridlington - Fri 29th - Sat 30th Aug - A two-day indie-rock weekender bringing together rising talent and passionate fans.
South Yorkshire
Open Cockpit Weekend, South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum - Fri 29th - Sat 30th Aug - Climb into the cockpits of iconic aircraft—from the Vulcan Bomber to the Hawk T.1 trainer.
Barnsley Family Hubs Festival - Sat 30th Aug - FREE!
A day of family fun in Glass Works Square: roller rink, climbing wall, face painting, and more.
West Yorkshire
Yoga and Sound Bath, Yorkshire Sculpture Park - Sat 30th Aug - A mindful movement session in the presence of Laura Ellen Bacon’s monumental willow installation.
August Weekender Shindig, Marsden - Sat 30th - Sun 31st Aug - Two days of live music, creative workshops, and festival vibes at the North of England Centre for Music & Arts.
Get Off T' Internet…
Walk of the Week: Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
This scenic 4.5-mile circular trail takes you through peaceful woodland, along rocky gorges, and past a series of beautiful waterfalls. It’s a refreshing way to spend a few hours, and it all ends at a tea room that knows how to serve a proper Yorkshire brew.
Final Brew
“September whispers what August declared.”
As routines return, the invitation stays the same: step outside, notice what’s real, and let Yorkshire ground you in something more meaningful than the scroll.
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Off on a Yorkshire adventure this weekend? Tag us in your photos using #YorkshireUnscrolled and let’s showcase the wonderful people, places, and quirks of this grand county!
See you next week!