Direct to live music in Yorkshire this summer
19 May 2026
Seasonal events
By Grand Central Rail
14 minute read
19 May 2026
Are you searching for student-friendly activities in Yorkshire this summer to plan the perfect day out with your friends back home? If so, you’re in the right place.
We’ve done the research so you don’t have to, and we’ve collated some of the best student day trips in Yorkshire, complete with all the places that offer free or discounted entry for students, along with places you can grab a bite to eat or do a spot of shopping and enjoy money off.
Round-up of the top student day trips in Yorkshire
- York
- Halifax
- Bradford
Student activities in York
Hoping to head to York with your friends this summer? The historic city is the perfect pick for student day trips, offering an affordable blend of history and fun social activities, and is easily walkable for those who want to explore York on foot. Discover all the free and discounted things you can do on your summer trip to York.
Free activities in York
- Explore York’s City Walls
- Enjoy free entry to the National Railway Museum
- Free entry to York Art Gallery (students only, so you’ll need your ID)
- Head to Exhibition Square and take a free walking tour with The Association of Voluntary Guides
- Enjoy free lectures and performances at the York Festival of Ideas
- Take a stroll through the York Museum Gardens
Places you can use your student discount
- York Minster: Students studying in York can enjoy free entry , students from outside of York will benefit from a reduced fee of £16 for year-round entry
- York Castle Museum: Pay £16.20 for entry in comparison to the standard £18 ticket
- The Yorkshire Museum: Save £1 with your student ID
- York Dungeons: Pay £14.50 instead of £23
- Kennedy’s Bar and Restaurant: Enjoy bottles of prosecco for a fraction of the standard price
- Golden Lion: Offering half-price Peroni every night for students
- ASK Italian: Enjoy 30% off food from Sunday-Thursday
- Las Iguanas: Students can enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails no matter the time to beat the happy hour rush
Getting to York
What better way to travel to York than by train? The much-loved summer season brings with it an increase in road traffic, particularly during the 6-week holidays. Skip the traffic, avoid the stress, and opt for a train journey to York instead. Grand Central serves York regularly throughout the day, and there are plenty of things to do within minutes of the station.
Discover our days out by rail in York and download the handy PDF to explore attractions alongside their TripAdvisor ratings and the distance in both minutes and miles from the station.
Student day trips in Halifax
Halifax is the ideal student day trip if you’re interested in unique industrial history, beautiful architecture and vibrant culture. And for those hoping to visit on a budget this summer, there are plenty of things you can do either for free or at a discount!
Free activities in Halifax
- Explore the historic Piece Hall
- Spend a few hours at the Bankfield Museum
- Discover the Wainhouse Tower
- Explore the 900-year-old Halifax Minster
Discounted student activities
- Vue Cinema: Enjoy reduced cinema tickets at the Vue with a valid student ID
- The Piece Hall: Shops here often offer students discounts
- Frankie & Benny’s: 25% off food
- Coffee #1: Get your coffee fix with 15% off food and drinks
- Domino's Pizza: Buy one pizza and get one free with StudentBeans
- Retail: Enjoy discounted shopping at your favourite high-street stores like JD & H&Mon your day out in Halifax
Getting to Halifax with Grand Central
Enjoy a stress-free journey to Halifax Station on a Grand Central train. We run 4 services every day on our West Riding route, calling at the following key stations along the way:
Discover our days out by rail in Halifax for more inspiration on what to do during your trip.
Student activities in Bradford
If you’re thinking of visiting Bradford with your friends this summer, then the following is going to seal the deal. Bradford is packed with free and discounted attractions, making it the perfect choice for student day trips. Gather your friends and get ready for the ultimate summer budget day out.
Free activities in Bradford
- Enjoy free admission to the National Museum of Science & Media
- Explore the 17th-century Bolling Hall
- Spend an hour or two at Bradford Industrial Museum
- Discover 19th-century British art at the Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
- Take a stroll around Lister Park
- Explore Cliffe Castle & Museum
Discounted activities for your student day trips in Bradford
Alhambra Theatre: Watch amazing performances for student prices- Bradford Ice Arena: Enjoy cheaper admission to the ice rink, perfect for date nights or a fun catch-up with friends
- Hollywood Bowl: Beat your friends in a game of bowling and get 10% off with your student ID
- Pizza Express: 30% off for students from Sunday to Thursday
- Retail: Get money off your shopping in selected stores like JD Sports & Schuh with a valid student ID
Hop on the train to Bradford
Skip the traffic on the way to your student days out this summer and hop on one of our comfortable trains to Bradford Interchange. With an array of on-board facilities available, you’ll be able to enjoy a relaxing journey with friends on the way to your summer day out in Bradford.
Reminder: All attractions that offer a student discount require you to show your valid student ID, so don’t forget to take it with you on your trip!
Let Grand Central take you direct to student activities in Yorkshire
Hop on a Grand Central train this summer - direct to student day trips. Make the most of your student discount over the break and take advantage of all these discounted activities along our route. And to make it even better, you can even save money on your train fare with our Student Central. Save 25% on all Advance fares and up to 50% when paired with a railcard, and enjoy a truly discounted day out this summer!
