York Group Activities & Weekends
Activities
Cocktail Making
- Fun cocktail making classes
- Welcome drink
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Includes food options
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£34.00 - Now £32.50
Bubble Football
- Bubble Football carnage
- inflatable bubble balls
- Pitch hire, bibs & ref
- Many mini games
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£27.00 - Now £25.00
Old School Sports Day
- Classic old school sports day
- Many mini games
- Event coordinator
- Prize for the winning team
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£29.00 - Now £27.00
Dance Class Parties
- 30+ Dance party themes
- Props used in some classes
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Male Life Drawing
- Nude Male Model
- Plus includes a tutor
- City centre private venue
- All drawing materials included
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£36.00 - Now £35.00
Cocktail Masterclass & Meal
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Fun & Games
- Enjoy a 2 Course Meal
- City centre venues
- £43.50
Escape Rooms
- Interactive escape rooms
- Challenges, puzzles, clues
- Themed rooms
- Will you escape in time!
- £25.00
Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised city treasure hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest APP technology
- Team challenges, clues and puzzles
- £16.00
ABBA Dance
- Classic ABBA songs
- Learn a dance routine to ABBA
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised pub quiz hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- Team challenges, great questions
- £16.00
Go Karting
- Fast, furious racing
- Latest go karts
- Morning & afternoon sessions
- Trophy & bubbly presentation
- £50.00
Afternoon Tease
- Selection of sandwiches & cakes
- Hosted by a naked butler
- City centre venues
- Cheeky & sophisticated
- £49.00
Binocular Football
- Crazy binocular football goggles
- Football bibs and headbands
- Event co-ordinator
- Challenges and 5 a-side
- £27.00
Zorb Football
- Inflatable bubbles
- Footballs, bibs and goals
- Pitch hire included
- Event Co-ordinator / Referee
- £28.00
90’s Dance
- Learn a fun 90’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
80's Dance
- Learn a fun 80’s dance routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Was
£29.00 - Now £26.00
Electric Shock Football
- Latest crazy football game
- Electric shock each other
- Hilarious fun
- Venue hire included
- £33.00
Finger Food & Fizz
- Glass of prosecco
- Hot & cold finger food
- Reserved seating for 90mins
- Perfect for lunch or afternoon
- £15.00
Dirty Dancing Dance
- Fun dirty dancing routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Hire a Cocktail Bartender
- Professional bartender hire
- All equipment is included
- Cocktail shopping list
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £230.00
Kuda - Guestlist Entry
- Entry into the nightclub
- Queue jumper entry, no queuing
- Themed bars and club under one roof
- Reserved booths can be added
- £5.00
Spice Girls Dance
- Learn a Spice Girls routine
- Held in city centre venues
- Experience dance instructor
- Spectators come free
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Was
£29.00 - Now £26.00
Flares Nightclub Entry
- Entry into a groovy nightclub
- Queue jumper entry, no queuing
- Flashing LED dance floor
- Reserved booths can be added
- £5.00
Bunting Making
- We come to you!
- Bespoke bunting to suit your theme
- All materials and equipment included
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Cocktail Ring Making
- Create your own cocktail ring
- Swarovoski crystals, pearls, glass beads
- Includes a presentation box
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Mobile Dance Party
- We come to you!
- 15+ Dance party themes
- Experienced dance instructor
- Cottages, Apartments, Home
- £24.00
Fascinator Making
- We come to you!
- Create your own fascinator
- All materials included
- Cottages, Apartments, Offices
- £47.00
Flower Crown Making
- We come to you!
- Create beautiful flower crowns
- All materials and equipment included
- Cottages, Apartments, Offices
- £44.00
Mobile Cocktail Making
- Make cocktails at your own venue
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Fun & Games
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £39.95
Lip Sync Battle
- Choose your song
- Professionally choreographed routine
- Split into two teams to battle
- Private central venue
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£35.00 - Now £30.00
Garter Making
- We come to you!
- Create your own garter
- Fabric flowers, bows, beads
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Jewellery Making
- Create your own jewellery
- Bracelets, necklaces, earrings
- Precosia beads & vegan pearls
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Mobile Life Drawing
- Nude life male model
- Pencils and paper included
- Varied poses to inspire
- Model comes to your venue
- £26.00
Knicker Making
- Held at your home or venue
- Customise knickers to your design
- All materials and equipment included
- Great fun, cheeky activity
- £44.00
Nipple Tassels
- We come to you!
- Create your own nipple tassels
- Sequins, Swarovski crystals, silk
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Mobile Life Drawing & Cocktail Making
- Two Fantastic Activities
- Mobile Life Drawing
- Mobile Cocktail Making
- Apartments, Cottages, Homes
Mobile Pamper Party
- We bring the pamper to you
- 1 x 20 min treatment
- Massage & Facials
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £32.50
Mobile Yoga Class
- A Yoga Class at your venue
- Yoga mats included
- All abilities catered for
- Cottages, Homes or Apartments
- £25.00
Female Life Drawing
- Nude Female Model
- Plus includes a tutor
- City centre private venue
- All drawing materials included
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£36.00 - Now £35.00
Perfume Making
- Create your bespoke fragrance
- Choose from 21 blends
- Trained fragrance consultant
- We can arrange a venue
- £45.00
Personal Chef Service
- Gourmet dining experience
- Professional Chef
- Fresh ingredients used
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
1920's Flapper Headband Making
- We come to you!
- Create your own 1920’s flapper headbands
- Laces, ribbons, pearl trims, feathers
- Cottages, Apartments, Offices
- £39.00
Nightclub Entry
- Nightclub Entry
- Queue jumper, so no waiting
- Nothing else to pay on the door
- Less Hassle on the night
- £5.00
Quad Biking
- Drive powerful quads
- Professional instructors
- Off road experience
- One of the best driving days
- £55.00
Sports MegaMix
- Pick any Two activities
- Bubble Football
- Zorb Bubble Games
- Old School Sports Day
- Goggle Football
- Dodgeball
- £48.00
Turbo Ten10 Cricket
- Short Ten10 cricket match
- Bats, balls, stumps
- Event co-ordinator
- Scorecard
- £32.00
Spy School Smartphone Challenge
- Spy themed challenges
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- GPS and image recognition
- £16.00
Naked Butlers
- Hot butler wearing just an apron
- Available day & evening
- Hire more than one
- Play games, serve drinks
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£235.00 - Now £216.00
Revolution - 2 Course Meal & Drink
- Modern party restaurant
- 2 course meal
- Lively party venue
- Late bar & kitchen
- £23.00
Yates Cocktail Making
- Welcome Drink
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Plenty of cocktails
- Includes food options
- £29.00
Zorb Bubble Games
- Classic games like bulldog, relay races
- Event co-ordinator
- Zorb Bubbles
- Fun forfeits to play
- £27.00
Belly Dance
- Get your hips ready!
- Dress to impress
- City centre venues
- Guided by dance instructor
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Burlesque Dance
- Learn a fun burlesque routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Fun props like fans or boa's
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Bollywood Dance
- Learn a story through dance
- City centre private venues
- Guided by an instructor
- Spectators free of charge
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Use of Leisure Facilities
- Use of leisure facilities
- Available throughout your stay
- Take a dip in the pool
- Most have sauna, steam rooms, whirlpools
Can Can Dance
- Energetic, high kicking dance routine
- Can Can skirts included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Was
£29.00 - Now £26.00
Charleston Dance
- 1920’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Cheerleading Dance
- High energy cheerleading routine
- Pom-poms included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Chicago Dance
- Jazz hands at the ready ladies!
- Dress to impress
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Hip Hop Dance
- Learn a totally Hip Hop theme
- City centre private venues
- Expert instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Jive Dance
- Learn a Jive dance theme
- Taught by a dance instructor
- City centre private venues
- Spectators come free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Strictly Dance
- Learn to become a Strictly Champion
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Popworld - Guestlist Entry
- Entry into a lively & retro nightclub
- Queue jumper entry, no queuing
- Flashing dance floor
- Reserved booths can be added
- £5.00
Thriller Dance
- Michael Jackson Thriller routine
- Fancy dress welcome
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Madonna Vogue Dance
- Experienced dance instructor
- Learn the famous routine
- City centre private venues
- Spectators are free
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£29.00 - Now £26.00
Dreamboys Male Strip Show
- Famous male strip show
- Seating for the whole group
- Hunky strippers
- Meet & greet the Dreamboys
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£32.00 - Now £31.00
Offers
Mobile Life Drawing & Cocktail Making
- Two Fantastic Activities
- Mobile Life Drawing
- Mobile Cocktail Making
- Apartments, Cottages, Homes
Sports MegaMix
- Pick any Two activities
- Bubble Football
- Zorb Bubble Games
- Old School Sports Day
- Goggle Football
- Dodgeball
- £48.00
Group Activities in York
The historic city of York is packed to the brim with stunning ancient streets, superb architecture whilst maintaining all the amenities of a modern, cosmopolitan city.
With its history spanning much further back than the founding of the city in 71 AD, York has gone through almost 2000 years of history and has a reputation for maintaining its historic landmarks with incredible care. Arguably the most notable landmark in the city is The Shambles, a well-preserved commercial street with its buildings dating back as far as the mid-1300s and is often credited as the inspiration for “Diagon Alley” from JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series.
Although the city is steeped in history, it still remains a modern and vibrant city that keeps up with the times. A popular university town with a population of just over 200,000 people, the city has its fair share of things to do and boasts a brilliant nightlife with a host of clubs and bars to pick from! Better yet, the entire York Minster is lit up for all to see as it towers over every building around it.
So whether you’re looking to host an epic birthday party with an unforgettable night out, or just looking to take your mates/colleagues on a weekend of fun activities away from the buzz of daily life, York truly has something for every individual.
Top 10 Group Activities in York
1. Cocktail Making
Have a fantastic evening as your personal bartender walks you through how to make your very own weird and wonderful cocktails
2. Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
Explore everything York has to offer whilst answering local trivia questions as you go!
3. Dance Party Ideas
Choose from over 30 dance class themes for a totally different group event, from Cheerleading to Chicago!
4. Go Karting
Make it a birthday party you won’t forget as you and your mates wind around an indoor track in this adrenaline-fuelled activity.
5. Hire a Cocktail Bartender
Enjoy a VIP experience at your own home with an expert bartender and all the bar gear for you and your guests.
6. Old School Sports Day
A true throwback activity! Take on a series of classic sports day activities like the egg and spoon race and sack race!
7. Escape Rooms
Get your thinking caps ready as you try to solve clues and puzzles in order to escape a room of your choice before time runs out!
8. Bubble Football
Get stuck into the hilarious and super popular activity where you battle to play football in giant inflatable bubble suits!
9. Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
With over 300 pubs in the city, get to know the local area and get to see some of these amazing establishments at the same time.
10. Popworld - Guestlist Entry
Ensure that you and your mates have a fantastic night out by securing your entry to Popworld, one of York’s most lively and exciting nightclubs.
Birthday Activity Ideas for Adults
When it comes to booking a birthday event for adults, we know that there can be a lack of ideas and inspiration out there to give you a good idea on what you want to do! Thankfully, we know what we’re talking about when it comes to hosting group birthday activities, so here’s a few ideas that might inspire you!
Probably one of the most popular group activities out there at the moment, a paintballing group activity in York can be enjoyed by people of all ages, abilities and experience level. Choose from a selection of courses to battle through on your way to victory! No birthday is complete with out a fancy meal, right? Get your group refreshed and refuelled with a 2-course meal at a well-known city centre restaurant of your choice, from Italian to Spanish to modern British (subject to availability) before you crack on with the rest of your birthday activities.
Before you kick off your evening of celebrations out on the town, class up your pre-drinks and hire a cocktail bartender for you and your group. The professional bartender will provide all the equipment needed, all you need to provide is the alcohol, mixers, glasses & ice, then they’ll do the rest! If you’re not sure on what cocktails to have, don’t panic! We’ll send you a list of inventive and classic cocktails that’ll give you some inspiration for your evening of classy drinks!
Ladies Night Out
Maybe you’ve got a reason to celebrate, or you and the girls are just looking for to have a brilliant night out… Either way, there’s plenty of options for you and your group when it comes to having a fantastic night out in York!
Before you kick off the big night, get yourselves ready in luxury with the mobile pamper party group activity. They’ll come to your venue and each of you will get a choice from a back & shoulder massage, facial, manicure or pedicure to make sure you’re feeling refreshed before hitting the town.
We know that the last thing anybody wants to do on a night out is queue up to get into a nightclub, right? That’s why booking a Kuda or Flares Nightclub queue-jumper entry is a great idea! Save yourselves the hassle of waiting around to get in and even add on a booth with a bottle to make the night just a little bit more special.
If you fancy doing something a little more low-key, the Yates cocktail making group activity is a great value activity where you’ll be shown how to make your very own cocktails by a professional bartender.
We also specialise in York hen party ideas if you need any inspiration.
What Baby Shower Ideas Are Available in York?
You’ll find baby shower ideas available in York to suit every mum to be and situation! From crafty, relaxed workshops to pamper parties and even parties at home. This kind of celebration has taken the UK by storm and the activities for baby showers have exploded.
With the huge variety, you can easily enjoy a baby shower on any kind of budget. If you’ve saved to spend money why not hire a big venue and get a professional cake made? Alternatively, research DIY baby games and make your own confetti for a cheap and cheerful day.
If you’re feeling inspired, see more of our baby shower ideas. These ideas, games and activities can be applied in York and all over the UK to celebrate your bundle of joy before they arrive.
Popular Baby Shower Activities
- Bunting Making – Get creative for some baby room decoration
- Baby Grow Customisation – Craft something the baby can wear!
- Perfume Making – Relax and make your own feel-good fragrance
- Baby Mobile Making – Work on a bespoke mobile with all your loved ones
- Mobile Afternoon Tea – Reflect on this new life with some tasty treats
- Ceramic Painting – Step outside the box with some creative painting
Fun Work Social Event Ideas
Finding something that everybody will enjoy for a work social event can be quite challenging, so we’ve come up with a few ideas that might inspire you for when you’re planning your next event.
Pizza making is one of the most popular group activities around because of its simplicity and the fact that everybody can get involved and enjoy themselves on an activity that’s a bit different from the rest.
You’ll be introduced to the chef who will go over the basics and a demonstration, then it’s your turn to toss the dough, pick your toppings and ultimately finish your own pizza, which will be served to your table once it’s cooked!
Maybe you’re looking for adrenaline and action for your next work social event… if so, you can’t go wrong with a quad biking group activity. This is a brilliant choice if you’re looking for some fast-paced fun and excitement for you and your group!
If you’re looking for some hilarious outdoor activities, choose two activities from the Sports MegaMix for groups from dodgeball to binocular football and get your a-game ready!
Reasons to Visit
York is one of the most notable historical cities in the North of England, visited by thousands every year, and there’s no wondering why! The city has so much on offer that it’s become a tourist attraction for visitors from all over the world. We’ve listed a few reasons why this is the case.
York Minster – Probably the most notable landmark in the city (seriously, you can’t miss it!), the fascinating cathedral that towers over the whole of York and is one of the biggest in Northern Europe. Anyone visiting York can’t help but notice this huge structure and is definitely worth visiting if you have the time!
The History – Dating back almost 1000 years, The Shambles is probably one of the most well-known and recognised landmarks aside from the cathedral in the city. The unique buildings that hang over the street below aren’t to be missed on your visit. The street still hosts its Shambles Market every day as it has done for hundreds of years and is definitely worth checking out!
Free Things to Do in York
The Roman Walls – As York was a Roman city, it still retains its original Roman city walls that circle around the city centre and can still be walked to this day. If you’re wanting to see the sights from an interesting and unique viewpoint, we recommend taking a walk along the walls to take in the fabulous views of the city below.
The National Railway Museum – One of the most popular free attractions in, not surprisingly situated right next to the current York train station. The museum is open every day and provides a fascinating insight into the railway history of Britain, packed full of historic trains and is absolutely worth visiting.
York Food & Drink Festival – Depending on when you choose to visit York, you can enjoy a host of free samples at the York Food & Drink Festival, which runs annually through September and October, and it’s worth mentioning that it’s the largest festival of its kind in the country!
Getting Around York
Despite being packed full of exciting and interesting attractions and things to do, York is only a small city. However, if you don’t fancy walking then there’s a number of ways to get around the city. Like in most other UK cities there’s an open-top “hop on, hop off” bus tour that starts at Exhibition Square next to the York Art Gallery in the city centre which will take you around the city sights.
If you need to get to-and-from activities or your accommodation in a hurry, the taxi booking app UBER operates in the city, so you can get to where you need to be quickly and easily. The local cab company Station Taxis also operates right on the doorstep of the train station, so you can get to where you need to be as soon as you arrive if you’re travelling to York by train!
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