EXPERIENCES
AT THE GRAND
MAKE YOUR STAY THAT LITTLE BIT more GRANd...
With a host of experiences available, a visit to The Grand is truly memorable. Alongside the return of our Dark Skies package for Winter 2023, you can experience a fine dining tasting experience by visiting Legacy. With the City Sightseeing bus and the York Pass available to you to help you to make the most of your trip, York is full of activity for you to enjoy, whilst if you would like to venture further afield, Live For Today offers outdoor adventures from quad biking to archery. If you want to develop your culinary skills, our Cookery School offers a range of classes to suit a range of preferences. Alternatively, if you prefer to sit back and relax, our spa can offer you some self-indulgent bliss, but one thing is for sure – a visit to The Grand is nothing short of Grand!
Remember, you don’t have to check in, to check out The Grand.
DARK SKIES
EXPERIENCES
As Winter draws in, make the most of the darker nights with our Dark Skies experience. Escape to the North York Moors after a delicious meal in The Rise restaurant where you will enjoy an evening stargazing experience under the expert guidance of Astronomer, Richard Darn. Enjoy a hot drink and Grand treat to indulge in as you cosy up under the night sky. This is an ideal experience for the outdoor enthusiasts, leaving you with enchanting and magical memories to treasure.
Package includes:
One night stay in a Classic bedroom
Full Yorkshire Breakfast
Travel to North York Moors
Stargazing and expert guidance from Astronomer Richard Darn
Two-course meal at The Rise with a Grand treat to enjoy at the moors
From £405 per room based on two adults sharing or £315 based on single occupancy.
the cookery school
experience and learn
The Cookery School at The Grand offers a range of classes for both budding novices and aspiring chefs, with full day and half day classes available to improve your culinary game! With a range of classes focussing on cuisines from around the world, there is a broad enough selection for all foodies! The Cookery School also offers Parent and Child classes, which are great for both bonding and inspiring children’s love of good food. The Cookery School also caters for private events and is a fun and alternative team building activity which can be tailored to your preferences.
Please note, all classes, aside from our Weber classes, are accessible.
fine dining
Legacy
Legacy offers an eight course locally grown and sourced tasting menu created by Head Chef, Ahmed Abdalla.
With the option to add a Classical or Prestige Wine Flight, guests can experience maximum impact of both the food and the wine, through the carefully chosen wine pairings of our in house Sommelier.
£120 per person
£60 Classical Wine Flight
£90 Prestige Wine Flight
Blissful afternoon tea
the spa and the rise
Enjoy up to 4 hours use of the spa facilities and a decadent afternoon tea in The Rise. With sparkling, champagne and gin upgrades available, it is the perfect way to self-indulge either by yourself, with a partner, or with a friend or family member!
(We strongly advise pre-booking your spa time with our dedicated spa team on 01904 380050 or email spa@thegrandyork.co.uk as soon as your booking is confirmed to avoid disappointment.)
£69.00 per person
Valid Monday to Thursday
outdoor activities &
Adventure
live for today
Live For Today hosts great fun for families, couples, and adult groups. Enjoy a 20% discount on an array of exciting activities and unlock the magic of outdoor adventure around York.
Quad Biking – (Min Age 16)
Quad Biking, Axe Throwing and Archery
Axe Throwing and Archery – (Min Age 12)
Archery and Cryptic Chase – (Min Age 8)
Use code ‘TheGrand20’
*prices start from £30 inc. discount
VéLOSOPHY bike hire
explore by bike
Explore the historic city of York by bike, giving you the freedom to explore the city in the fresh air, whilst doing your bit for the environment! We have partnered with Vélsophy, a Swedish lifestyle brand which operates with a great ‘One for One’ social promise which you can read more about here.
Each bike and basket also have a positive environmental output, being made from mostly recycled aluminium, which can be recycled indefinitely.
For more information and how to hire, speak to a member of our Concierge team on arrival.
city sightseeing bus
york
As a valued guest of The Grand, receive 20% discount on all City Sightseeing buses when you use the link below. With expert guidance and York knowledge, the bus tour guides will provide you with unique insights and stories into the city.
travel curious tours
adventure
Travel Curious hold a wealth of knowledge about York in it’s current and past forms and are able to unlock the true beauty of the city. Travel to York becomes truly fulfilling when you allow experts to guide you through quaint streets filled with stories of the past and plans for the future.
TIER SCOOTERS
fun
Based in York city centre, we’re in the ideal location for you to enjoy travelling from shops to historic landmarks on a Tier Scooter.
As a valued guest of The Grand, enjoy two unlocks and a free 20 minute session.
Ask a member of our concierge team for the redeemable code.
