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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: Stories\, nature and resilience along the river
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the newly launched York rivers trail and discover how York’s rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a more climate-resilient city. \nParticipants will explore local history\, biodiversity and environmental change while reflecting on their relationship with York’s waterways and sharing ideas to help shape the trail’s future. \nThe York rivers trail is a City of York Council and Ousewem initiative exploring the relationship between people\, place and water. Working with local communities\, artists\, schools\, historians and environmental organisations\, we create opportunities for people to discover York’s rivers through nature\, creativity\, heritage and climate resilience. Our aim is to connect more people with the environment and inspire positive action for future generations. \nReserve your spot here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364580 \nFind out more: www.york.gov.uk/york-rivers-trail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-stories-nature-and-resilience-along-the-river/2026-10-03/1/
LOCATION:North Street Gardens\, North Street Gardens\, North Street\, York\, YO1 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: Stories\, nature and resilience along the river
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the newly launched York rivers trail and discover how York’s rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a more climate-resilient city. \nParticipants will explore local history\, biodiversity and environmental change while reflecting on their relationship with York’s waterways and sharing ideas to help shape the trail’s future. \nThe York rivers trail is a City of York Council and Ousewem initiative exploring the relationship between people\, place and water. Working with local communities\, artists\, schools\, historians and environmental organisations\, we create opportunities for people to discover York’s rivers through nature\, creativity\, heritage and climate resilience. Our aim is to connect more people with the environment and inspire positive action for future generations. \nReserve your spot here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364580 \nFind out more: www.york.gov.uk/york-rivers-trail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-stories-nature-and-resilience-along-the-river/2026-10-03/2/
LOCATION:North Street Gardens\, North Street Gardens\, North Street\, York\, YO1 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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DTSTAMP:20260831T143153Z
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UID:10000462-1791104400-1793296800@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:York rivers trail: The rivers and us
DESCRIPTION:York rivers trail: The rivers and us is an exhibition exploring the relationship between people\, rivers\, nature and place in York. \nThrough 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. \nNo tickets needed – please visit during CityScreen opening times. \nFind out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-the-rivers-and-us/
LOCATION:City Screen Picture House\, 13-17 Coney St\, York\, YO1 9QL
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T111500
DTSTAMP:20260831T143003Z
CREATED:20260831T143003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T143003Z
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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: the rivers and us - following the Foss
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the River Foss and its role in shaping York’s past\, present and future. \nStarting 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. \nWe will meet at Tower Gardens\, near Clifford’s Tower. \nBook your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364785 \nFind out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/rivers-and-us-following-the-foss/2026-10-24/1/
LOCATION:Tower Gardens\, York\, YO1
CATEGORIES:Learning,Out In Nature,Try a New Skill,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T131500
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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: the rivers and us - following the Foss
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided exploration of the River Foss and its role in shaping York’s past\, present and future. \nStarting 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. \nWe will meet at Tower Gardens\, near Clifford’s Tower. \nBook your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364785 \nFind out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/rivers-and-us-following-the-foss/2026-10-24/2/
LOCATION:Tower Gardens\, York\, YO1
CATEGORIES:Learning,Out In Nature,Try a New Skill,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T140247Z
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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: stories in motion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a creative family workshop inspired by York’s rivers\, wildlife and changing environment. \nThrough storytelling\, imagination and performance activities\, families will explore how rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a healthy future. Inspired by themes from the York rivers trail\, participants will create characters\, stories and short performances exploring wildlife\, water\, flooding and life along the river. \nBook here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364644 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for families with children aged 5+. No previous drama or performance experience is required.\nThis workshop is designed for families to participate together. Capacity is limited to 20 people in total\, including both children and accompanying adults. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Activities are designed to encourage family groups to create\, explore and take part together.\nSet within Rowntree Park\, the amphitheatre is near the southern tennis courts and recreation field (Millennium Bridge side).
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-stories-in-motion/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative,Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: future voices
DESCRIPTION:What kind of future do we want for York’s rivers? \nDrawing inspiration from the York rivers trail\, this creative workshop invites young people to explore rivers\, climate resilience\, nature and community through storytelling\, discussion and performance. Participants will develop creative responses\, share their perspectives and consider how individual and collective action can help shape a more sustainable and resilient future for York’s rivers\, communities and natural environment. \nBook your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364683 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for young people aged 13+. No previous drama or performance experience is required.\nCapacity is limited to 10 participants to allow time for discussion\, creative development and performance.\nThe workshop is designed for young people aged 13+ to participate independently\, although parents and carers are expected to remain on site.\nSet within Rowntree Park\, the amphitheatre is near the southern tennis courts and recreation field (Millennium Bridge side).
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-future-voices/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T142521Z
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UID:10000458-1793181600-1793188800@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The rivers and us: animating the river
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wildlife and stories that flow through York’s rivers in this hands-on family animation workshop.  \nInspired by the York rivers trail\, participants will explore birds\, insects\, animals and habitats that make York’s rivers important places for nature. Through creative animation activities\, families will bring river wildlife to life while learning about biodiversity\, ecosystems and healthy rivers. \nBook your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364698 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for families with children aged 7+. No previous animation experience is required.\nPlaces are limited to 20 participants in total\, including children and accompanying adults. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult\, and we encourage families to take part in the activities together. Please only book places for those attending.\nThis family workshop requires use of a simple animation app. Accompanying adults are encouraged to bring a smartphone or tablet and will be asked to download an animation app which will then be used by the participants throughout the session.  This will also allow participants to continue creating animations after the session. 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-animating-the-river/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T142737Z
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UID:10000459-1793196000-1793203200@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
SUMMARY:The rivers and us: future frames
DESCRIPTION:How might animation help us tell the story of York’s rivers and the challenges they face? Inspired by the York rivers trail\, this creative workshop invites young people to explore climate resilience\, biodiversity\, water and community through animation. Participants will create their own animated responses to environmental challenges and opportunities facing future generations while learning accessible animation techniques and sharing their ideas for York’s future.  \nBook your place here: https://buytickets.at/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364771 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for young people aged 13+.\nCapacity is limited to 20 participants. Young people under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult\, although the workshop activities are primarily intended for young people.\nThis workshop requires use of a simple animation app. Participants should bring a smartphone or tablet and will be asked to download an animation app which will then be used throughout the session. This will also allow participants to continue creating animations after the session.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-future-frames/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative,Learning,Out In Nature,Try a New Skill,Wheelchair access
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