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York Archaeological Trust will be joining forces with a host of venues across Yorkshire to bring visitors the 2nd Yorkshire Medieval Festival. Combining falconry, archery, thrilling re-enactments, activities for children, dramatic performances and guided visits to a host of stunning medieval sites in gorgeous settings; the Yorkshire Medieval Festival promises to continue to be a brilliant addition to Yorkshire’s calendar.Visit www.yorkshire-medieval-festival.co.uk for more information or

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New exhibitions and last chance to see galleries at The JORVIK GroupLooking Back at Hungate10.00 – 17.00 | DIG | Normal admission prices applyVisit DIG for a unique opportunity to see some of its archaeological treasures displayed together for the first time. This innovative exhibition uses artefacts to tell the story of a changing city landscape.

Last Chance to See!A Royal GatewayExhibition ends 31st May 201310.00 – 16.00 | Micklegate Bar | Normal admission prices applyCreated in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee year, this exhibition looks at the ceremonial role played by Micklegate Bar in welcoming ruling monarchs and other members of the royal family to the city over the centuries. See archive video footage, hear dramatised accounts and explore some of the extraordinary tales of pomp and pageantry witnessed at the Bar over the years.

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MarchNew at DIG!Little Diggers10.00 – 17.00 | DIG | Normal admission prices applyCalling all very young archaeologists! Little Diggers is for all those who like to dig, delve and discover for themselves all about objects and stories from the past. Our new early years area is aimed at children aged 2 – 5 years, with lots of fun resources including dressing up, puppets, storybooks and games. Enthusiastic diggers will also get the chance to join our Little Diggers group which meets weekly. Opens Spring 2013. Call 01904 615505 or visit www.digyork.com for more details.

New at Barley Hall!Plague Poverty and PrayerA Horrid History with Terry Deary10.30 – 16.00 | Barley HallNormal admission prices apply

Award winning children’s author Terry Deary comes to Barley Hall with a brand new exhibition that explores life, death and all the gruesome bits in between, in York during the Middle Ages. Costumes and excerpts from the popular BBC TV show Horrible Histories will take centre stage alongside archaeological evidence from York’s medieval cemeteries and records of how the people of York were treated, cured, and killed by the medical practitioners of the time. Look out for special events with Terry Deary throughout the year and buy your gory goods at Barley Hall’s specially themed shop.

Saturday 23rd MarchMedieval Science13.30 - 16.30 | DIG | Normal admission prices applyA chance for visitors at DIG to speak to a medieval scholar, whose ideas on medicine, magic and the cosmos will enlighten and surprise you! A National Science and Engineering Week event.

Sunday 24th MarchBattle of Towton Commemorative Event10.00 – 16.00 | Towton Hall, Towton (3.5 miles south of Tadcaster)£3, Under 12 years FREEMeet the Towton Battlefield Society for falconry displays, traders, living history, guided walks, crafts, and military displays by the Wars of the Roses Federation. Meet costumed re-enactors from York Archaeological Trust and have a go at archaeology-themed activities! Walkers are advised to wear sturdy footwear and outdoor clothing. See www.towton.org.uk for more information. A Towton Battlefield Society event.

Saturday 30th MarchThe Lord Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt10.00 – 13.00 (participants to start no later than 12 noon)£1.50 per child (includes admission to Mansion House and Micklegate Bar Museum)Collect your treasure sheet from JORVIK and set out on a on a city-wide quest for chocolate – solve the puzzles to visit six locations around York, with a treat at each stop!

AprilMonday 1st to Friday 12th April (weekdays only)Royal Gateway Quest10.30 – 16.00 | Micklegate Bar Museum | Normal admission prices applyKing Henry Tudor is coming to York, but there is danger in the city in this fun historical mystery! Make a detector disc and follow the clues to uncover the identity of the hidden assassin, then claim your prize! Suitable for ages 7 and over. With have-a go-craft activities for younger children.

Sunday 7th AprilTowton Battlefield Walk10.30 | Meet outside All Saints Church, Saxton | £4 Adult, £3 Conc.Join YAT Battlefield Officer Russell Marwood for a tour of the historic battlefield. Please wear outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear; be prepared to walk long distances on uneven surfaces and to cross some busy roads. Please also be advised that walkers will be required to drive between locations during the course of the visit.Pre-booking essential: 01904 615505

Friday 12th AprilViking Sagas11.00 -11.45 | Whitby Library | FREETravel back in time to the 9th Century with a skilled storyteller from the JORVIK Viking Centre in York. Whitby provides the appropriate backdrop to enjoy myths, sagas and poetry from Viking times and learn about the storytelling tradition. You may even get to perform in a Viking myth! Family fun for children (7-11yrs).Tickets available from Scarborough Tourist Information Centre: 01723 383636.

MayThursday 16th MayBe a Kid at DIG!19.30 - 22.00 | DIG | Adult £5.50, Conc. £5Why should kids have all the fun? An after-hours chance for grown-ups to experience DIG and to learn some of the secrets of this historic building. Visit DIG and enjoy complimentary nibbles and a welcome drink before exploring the reconstructed archaeological excavations of Roman, Viking, medieval and Victorian York. With archaeologists and historians on hand to interpret the finds and DIG’s ‘Looking Back at Hungate exhibition’, plus object handling and tours of the historic features of St Saviour’s church, this event promises to open your eyes to York’s hidden histories. Pre-booking recommended: 01904 615505. A Museums at Night event.

JuneSunday 2nd JuneGeorgian Tour and Dance for Kids11.00 | York Mansion House£5 Child, Accompanying adult goes free* Take a child-friendly tour of the Mansion House to learn more about the history of the residence of the Lord Mayor, then proceed to the state room to have a go at some of the dances enjoyed by Jane Austen and her friends. Pre-booking essential: 01904 615505.*maximum 1 free adult per child; additional adult admission charged at £3.

Jane Austen and Marriage: Fact and Fiction14.00 | York Mansion House | £4 Adult, £3 Conc.Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride and Prejudice with Marilyn Joice of the Northern Branch of the Jane Austen Society UK. Learn more about the complexities and complications of romance and marriage in Austen’s novels, all in the splendid setting of York’s Mansion House state room. Pre-booking essential: 01904 615505