Yorkists, add 31 January and 1 February to the diary, dust off your ID and make the most of the Visit York Residents’ Festival.
All you need is a valid York Card, student card or identity card. ID cards must show York residency. e.g. a driving licence or bus pass.
Some places have extended offers that start early. Here’s how to make the most of York Residents’ Festival, ahead of the weekend.
Food and drink
30% off all food in January at The Whippet Inn
Celebrate York Residents Festival 2026 all month long with the Whippet Inn.
Dine from their Main Menu or Lunch*, Monday- Friday anytime between Midday & 6.00pm- Plus Saturday 31st Midday- 4pm.
All you need to do is book your table and quote York Residents Festival and enjoy.
20% off food and drink in January and February at the Elmbank Hotel
York residents can enjoy 20% off food and drink, including at Leetham’s Brasserie, located within the Hotel.
Dry January? No problem! Elmbank has a non-alcoholic cocktail menu.
Attractions and tours
50% off entry to The York Dungeon in January
For all the filthy freeloaders from York, get ready to journey back through 2000 Years of York’s darkest history at half-price.
Available throughout January all the way up to and including the 13 February 2026. To access these 50% off tickets, click here.
25% off the Flying Scotsman Virtual Reality Experience at the National Railway Museum from 26 January
Step into a replica of Edinburgh Waverley station and put on your headset for a fully immersive, multi-sensory experience. You’ll join in the greatest moments in Flying Scotsman’s past 100 years, feel the heat of the firebox as you explore the science behind steam power and ride the legendary locomotive’s 100mph record breaking run.
To find out more and to make your booking please click here.
20% off The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring York hospitality staff throughout January
Discover the wonderfully curious world of Professor Kettlestring, filled with hands-on puzzles, mind-bending challenges and interactive rooms designed to delight explorers of all ages.
This includes those working in restaurants, bars, pubs, cafés, coffee shops, hotels, tourist attractions, museums, tours, and retail. Click here for full details
75% off York Quest in January
Experience the mind bending challenge of a walking puzzle game through the heart of York, and WIN the delicious prize at the end – all for 75% the usual price!
Start in the city with just your team and a smartphone. Navigate the route by solving puzzles, using strategy, creativity and logic. Each correct answer unlocks the next ghost story and stage of the quest! Book now