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Your North Yorkshire
Read our August 2026 edition of Your North Yorkshire.

In this new edition of Your North Yorkshire, we highlight a new campaign to try to prevent more tragedies in the county's rivers, while roadside signs have also been introduced to warn about the dangers of wildfires. We showcase some of the inspiring work of our adult learners, take a look at a host of summer events on offer and offer you the chance to win a visit and afternoon tea picnic at Castle Howard.

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Photo of Jessica Harrison standing beside the river at Richmond Falls

Jasmine Harrison backs water safety awareness campaign

Record-breaking swimmer Jasmine Harrison is supporting a water safety campaign highlighting the dangers of hidden rocks, strong currents and other water hazards.
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An adult with two young children outside smiling at the camera

Adult learning award winners celebrate new opportunities

Adult learning award winners Olha Honcharuk and Paul Thomas have praised council courses for helping them gain skills, confidence and new career opportunities.
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Photo of the wildfire

Don’t Spark Disaster campaign to prevent wildfires

A new campaign highlights wildfire risks and encourages simple actions to help protect North Yorkshire’s countryside while still enjoying everything it has to offer.
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An adult and two children doing a dinosaur activity at a table

Summer fun across North Yorkshire for everyone

Discover a wide range of summer activities across North Yorkshire, from swimming and family fun sessions to arts, culture, castles and dinosaurs, with options for all ages.
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Person being served at the Artisan Italian stall at the Filey Food Festival

Your guide to what's on around the county in August

Enjoy a vibrant end to summer across North Yorkshire, with live entertainment and family-friendly days out, including food and drink festivals across the county.
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Your latest news round up from North Yorkshire

We highlight stories from across North Yorkshire, from medieval finds returned to Richmond to community investment, housing plans and support for local people.
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People are pictured wearing some of their finest outfits while on the North Promenade Pier in Scarborough. The picture is taken during the early 20th century

North Yorkshire's seaside communities through time

Step into summer with photographs from our archives capturing life in North Yorkshire's coastal communities, from bustling piers and seaside traditions to fishing and everyday life.
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Outside Castle Howard taken by David Lindsay

Win tickets for a memorable day out at Castle Howard

Discover the beauty and heritage of Castle Howard, one of the country’s finest stately homes, with entry to the house and gardens plus an afternoon tea picnic.
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Front cover of the Your North Yorkshire August 2026 edition

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Subscribe to receive your copy of Your North Yorkshire direct to your email inbox. It's your regular update on what is happening in North Yorkshire and our work in the county.

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