York rivers trail: The rivers and us
2026-10-04 09:00 - 2026-10-29 18:00 UTC | City Screen Picture House, 13-17 Coney St, York, YO1 9QL
York rivers trail: The rivers and us is an exhibition exploring the relationship between people, rivers, nature and place in York.
Through photography, stories and creative responses inspired by York’s rivers, visitors will discover perspectives on nature, heritage, wellbeing and climate resilience. Part of the wider York rivers trail programme, the exhibition invites reflection on the importance of rivers to communities, nature and York’s future.
No tickets needed – please visit during CityScreen opening times.
Find out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail

Castle Howard's Future Landscapes - From Hundred Springs to Climate Extremes
2026-10-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Patch, The Bonding Warehouse, Patch, The Bonding Warehouse, Terry Avenue, York, YO1 6FA, United Kingdom
Castle Howard’s acclaimed Future Landscapes series comes to the York Environment Festival for a panel discussion on water in a changing climate.
Inspired by Henderskelfe, meaning “Hundred Springs“, speakers from Castle Howard, Environment Bank, Howardian Hills National Landscape and Young Wilders will explore flooding, drought and landscape resilience.
This panel discussion is perfect for anyone interested in nature, climate and water. Suitable for ages 12+.
Reserve your spot online: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/natural-environment-events

What’s in the water? Using data to tackle misinformation and drive change
2026-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | York Explore Library, Library Square, York, YO1 7DS
Is the Ouse an open sewer, or a river we’re forgetting how to know?
This interactive evening explores how myths, headlines and assumptions shape public perceptions of York’s river, and how citizen science and community knowledge can help us build a clearer picture and drive change.
Featuring Ouse It or Lose It, the University of York’s AQUA Project and local river partners, with discussion and audience Q&A. With images from the City Archive as hosted by Explore York Library and Archives.
Suitable for ages 14+, people under the age of 14 can attend if accompanied by a responsible adult.
Tickets for this free event are available at https://exploreyork.org.uk/whats-on/

How York can resist Drax's Dirty Data Centre
2026-10-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Spark York, 17-21 Piccadilly, York, YO1 9PB
Join us to find out how to take action against Drax’s tree burning power station. Learn about their plans to build an AI data in Yorkshire in collaboration with the University of York, which would enable them to profit from harming marginalised communities for decades to come. Whether you are looking to try something new or are a seasoned campaigner/organiser – there is something for everyone!
We need people power now more than ever. There will be a panel followed by discussion. Booking is not required – just turn up!
All donations will go towards buying materials and supporting campaigners with costs such as travel.

York rivers trail: the rivers and us - following the Foss
2026-10-24 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-10-24 12:00 - 13:15 | Tower Gardens, York, YO1
Join us for a guided exploration of the River Foss and its role in shaping York’s past, present and future.
Starting on the York rivers trail and following part of the New Walk, participants will explore the Foss’s heritage, wildlife and role in climate resilience. Through guided conversation and creative engagement, the walk invites participants to reflect on the future of York’s rivers, communities and natural environment.
We will meet at Tower Gardens, near Clifford’s Tower.
Book your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364785
Find out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail

Get to grips with the Planetary Boundaries @ Homestead Park
2026-10-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Homestead Park Pavillion, The Homestead, 40 Water End, York, YO30 6WP, United Kingdom
Perhaps you’ve got your head around the climate crisis? Or the ecological crisis? It’s already a head scratcher. The Stockholm Resilience Centre have identified a further 7 other earth systems that we need to be aware of. Together they call these “”planetary boundaries.”
These 9 planetary boundaries are exposed and explained in this systemic and collaborative 3-hour workshop.
Find us at: Homestead Park Pavillion. The Homestead, 40 Water End York YO30 6WP
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Suitable for ages 14+. Book online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/york-get-to-grips-with-the-planetary-boundaries-homestead-tickets-1996252716613?aff=oddtdtcreator

Better Buses National Conference
2026-10-24 10:30 - 16:00 | Friends Meeting House, Friargate, York, YO1 9RL
Join campaigners from across the UK to mark 40 years of bus deregulation & discuss progress towards getting our buses back in public control.
This is a conference of interest to public transport campaigners, environmental activists, trade unions, pensioners and anyone concerned about the future of public transport.
The conference will bring together campaigners for better buses to share experiences and plan the way forward. There will be workshops on free fares, rural transport, experiences of franchising campaigns, accessibility, working conditions on buses and more.
People under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/better-buses-national-conference-in-person-in-york-and-online-tickets-1993610834673
All donations will support paying for the venue, refreshments and any admin expenses.

Celebration of Repair Cafes
2026-10-24 11:00 - 15:00 | York Explore Library, Library Square, York, YO1 7DS
Join the combined Repair Cafes of York together with York Explore for a showcase Repair Cafe to meet volunteer fixers at work, find out what goes on in a repair cafe, learn about what can be mended, and take away advice, inspiration and new skills.
Workshops in mending techniques will be available alongside the Repair Cafe. Open to any and all ages, if you have ever had anything break and wonder whether it can be fixed, or wanted to reduce waste or save money by mending, this is for you.
Find us at York Explore Library, no booking needed.

Clifton Apple Weekend: Apple Day at Homestead
2026-10-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Homestead Park Pavillion, The Homestead, 40 Water End, York, YO30 6WP, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun-filled celebration of apples! Joined by preserving-whizz Marion Burgess for a day of fruity fun for all ages.
Find us on the Main Lawn from 11am – 3pm, no need to book.

Try your hand at apple pressing and enjoy some fresh juice
Get stuck into some autumnal crafts
Finish with our autumn open mic music

Everyone is welcome. If you have a surplus of apples, do bring them along to make into delicious juice. No Apples? No problem, you can still get involved in all the activities!
The event will be held near the main lawn and in the Homestead Park pavilion – to find us, head to the pavilion (whatthreewords reference: ///ears.feast.boots).
