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Whatever time of year it is, there\u2019s always something new to try in York<\/a>…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autumn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Autumn is probably when York feels the most \u2018York\u2019 – the leaves turn orange, you\u2019ve just settled into your uni work, and every town trip feels like you\u2019ve gone back in time to an old film. Whether you\u2019ve just started your university journey or you\u2019re in your final year, that feeling never goes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The lake on Campus West looks colourful in the autumn time<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Freshers’ Week<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Autumn kicks off with Freshers\u2019 Week, which seems daunting at first but is really just a rite of passage for students. My personal highlight is the Viking Raid – something I look forward to every year – and I find that there\u2019s a real sense of community among the students. It\u2019s impossible to turn a corner on this night (or any, really) without running into someone you know – one of the many benefits of a smaller city!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the chaos of Freshers’, things settle down, and you can appreciate the calmness of campus. Take a stroll by the Derwent Lake, try out the campus cafes, and meet like-minded people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Halloweekend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Then it\u2019s time for Freshers 2.0, or as it’s more commonly known, Halloweekend! But don\u2019t worry if you\u2019re not into the clubbing scene, there are plenty of events on campus and in town<\/strong> – walking tours, ghost hunts, and of course seasonal treats in York\u2019s independent shops. It\u2019s the perfect way to close a picturesque autumn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Please, for your own sake, don\u2019t repeat my mistake – take a coat when you leave the house. Winter in York is cold but definitely enjoyable if you wrap up warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tis the season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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York Minster interior<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Christmas season starts with the Christmas Market<\/a> <\/strong>popping up almost immediately as you\u2019re putting the Halloween costumes away. Warning though, it gets busy – and understandably so. There\u2019s fudge, handmade jewellery, gingerbread, wheels of cheese; everything really!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good Christmas option is the ice rink at Yorkshire\u2019s Winter Wonderland<\/a><\/strong>. Based on past events, I prefer to sit at the sidelines while my friends skate, but it\u2019s always a good day out nonetheless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And though it\u2019s not specifically Christmassy, I like to visit York Minster<\/a><\/strong> around this time of year – it\u2019s free entry, after all, and definitely worth a visit to see the stunning architecture and learn about the history of York. A bonus of going during the winter is the iconic Christmas Tree Festival<\/strong>, which has trees decorated by local groups and charities adorning the cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get your glad rags on<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Winter is also the time for formals<\/strong> – also known as formal dinners. These are run by your college and a lot of student societies. Formals are the perfect excuse to dress up and have a night off from work. They allow you to really bond with your friends and reward yourself for (nearly) finishing the semester before the break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spring feels like a reward after a long assessment period. You\u2019re back in your element, studying new material as campus springs to life again (but please watch out for the geese).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A section of the City Walls looking to York Minster<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

While spring weather in York can be a bit unreliable – always carry an umbrella with you just in case – it\u2019s undeniably gorgeous. Blossom and baby ducklings and cygnets are a daily sight on campus<\/strong>. Spring is the perfect time to grab brunch with friends in town, get stuck into society events or sports, and really enjoy all that York has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time to explore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I definitely recommend walking the City Walls<\/a> around this time of year. At around two miles, it\u2019s a truly stunning walk and has some of the best views of the city. And if you want to see more of Yorkshire, places like Knaresborough and Harrogate aren\u2019t far away and are also absolutely beautiful in the spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing you\u2019ll find about York is there\u2019s always an event or festival on in the city<\/a>. A personal highlight for me is the York Chocolate Festival<\/a> at Easter, it’s the perfect way to wrap things up before the semester break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sunset<\/a>
Relaxing summer evenings on Campus East spent with friends<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Summer is without a doubt my favourite season to be in York. Though the start of summer coincides with the assessment period, it\u2019s better because you can study outside in the sun<\/strong>! And don\u2019t worry, everyone\u2019s in the same boat, and when you\u2019re done, you have weeks and weeks of freedom to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carefree, summery vibes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One clear sign that summer has arrived is pretty much everyone on campus flocking to any fields or lawns they can find for an impromptu picnic<\/strong>. York Museum Gardens<\/a> are fab for this, delivering those carefree, summery vibes. For an option closer to home, there\u2019s always the big field on East Campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With teaching winding down and temperatures ramping up it\u2019s also the perfect time to head to the beach<\/strong>, with Scarborough and Whitby only a train ride away! And in town, I\u2019d recommend Spark or pretty much any pub garden to soak up the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The year in York draws to a close with the YUSU Summer Ball, a night of music, fairground rides (and free candyfloss!). This is always a great night that brings everyone together<\/strong> to celebrate the end of another year and is worth every penny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, York…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may be smaller than other university cities, but that means there is a real sense of community between students. There\u2019s something about York that you simply can\u2019t find in big cities<\/strong>, and one day you\u2019ll look back on your years in York knowing that you enjoyed everything it has to offer.<\/p>\n

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