Youth & School Group Concert Tours to Yorkshire
Discover Roman and Viking history
- Choirs
- Bands
- Orchestras
World famous York is a fantastic base for any youth ensemble looking for a UK based concert tour.
With its roman roots and Viking past the setting and back drop for a concert tour is inspiring and rich in history.
Well known for York Minster and its City Walls, as well as attractions such as the JORVIK Viking Centre you can fully expect a jam packed itinerary away from your performances.
When it comes to your performances there is a wide and varied choice for all types of youth ensembles. From bandstands, museums and Churches you can expect appreciative audiences in this bustling city!
Are you an adult music group? This tour is specifically designed with youth groups in mind, so why not take a look at our extensive range of destinations perfect for adults?
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Travel by coach to York
Guided Walking Tour of the City
Evening meal & Concert 1
Day 2
Visit the Jorvic Viking Centre
Concert 2
Evening meal & Fun Files Quiz
Day 3
Visit York Castle & Museum
Travel home
Arrive home
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Bed and Breakfast accommodation
- 2 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls & taxes
- VAT
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Want to extend your tour?
Extended Itinerary
Day 1
Travel by coach to York
Guided walking tour of the city
Evening meal
Day 2
Visit York Castle Museum
Visit the Jorvik Viking centre
City Cruises York Boat Trip
Day 3
Visit to Stump Cross Caverns
Afternoon in Harrogate
Evening meal & Fun Files Quiz
Day 4
Explore York Shambles & Market before departure
Travel home
Return home
Excursions in York
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in York
- Newly refurbished
- Great bright lounge areas
- Wi-Fi
- On site bar
- Lounge areas
- Wi-Fi
- Relax in the lounge
- Explore the local sights
- Close to Helmsley Castle
- Lounge with a sunroom
- Garden and patio
- Wi-Fi
- On site bar
- Full service laundry
- Kitchen in some rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Visit Helmsley Castle
- Relax in the bar
Performance Venues in York
Popular concert venues in York
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Holy Trinity Church, Micklegate
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Yorkshire Museum, City centre
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St. Helen's Church, York, City centre
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Harrogate Bandstand, Valley Gardens, City centre
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Church of St Wilfrid, Harrogate
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Ripon cathedral
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommended: A variety of musical genres
- Location: Micklegate in the city centre
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs and bands
- Repertoire recommended: A variety of musical genres
- Location: City centre near the Museum Gardens
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommended: A variety of musical genres
- Location: Stonegate in the city centre
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Bands
- Repertoire recommended: Light
- Location: Off the Royal Parade in the town centre
- Performance times: Daytime
- Best suited for: Choirs and Orchestras
- Repertoire recommended: A variety of musical genres
- Location: Town centre
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs, Bands and Orchestras
- Repertoire recommended: : A variety of musical genres
- Location: Town centre
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From instrument hire to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your group.
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Real experiences
Why schools choose us
FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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What safety support do you have in place for clients choosing to tour with you?
At Rayburn Tours we are proud of our continual commitment to safety. Clients who tour with us can be assured that we have the following support services and systems in place: Safety Management System, Generic Risk Management, Crisis Management System, ATOL Licensed, ABTA Bonded, insurance, 24-hour emergency contact system, hotel audits, coach audits and activity audits.
In addition, we are a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), giving you the reassurance that all of our trips meet, or indeed exceed, the safety standards required by your school and Local Authority.
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Do you DBS (formerly CRB) check your drivers?
As part of our coach audits, we request that all UK coach drivers are DBS checked by their employer prior to driving on one of our tours. We can request confirmation of your specific driver’s compliance if deemed necessary.
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What are you responsible for?
The DfE’s guidance for safe travel highlights the need for all those involved with the organisation and running of a tour to work together as a team. This is our aim at Rayburn Tours, to work together with our party leaders to ensure our groups’ safety and peace of mind.
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What should be included in my risk assessment?
Start by identifying the potential hazards before deciding on the appropriate precautions to minimize the potential risk for your group. Once identified, record your findings and implement the precautions. Specific requirements are available from your Local Authority.
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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