Hump Day BBQ on the Terrace at Novotel

Hump Day BBQ on the Terrace at Novotel is back on Wednesday 15 July at the Novotel York Centre, part of a series of mid-week barbecues they've been running throughout the summer. It's held on the Riverside Terrace, so you're eating outside right by the river, which is exactly the kind of thing you want to be doing on a sunny afternoon in York.

The format is straightforward: grilled food, drinks, live music, and a relaxed, sunny atmosphere on the terrace. It's a themed barbecue, so the focus is on the grill, and the live music runs alongside it, keeping things going while you eat. Because it's a Wednesday, it's one of their 'Hump Day' sessions — a mid-week break rather than a weekend thing.

It's a paid event, and your ticket includes a grill menu to order from. Adults are £28.50, children aged 5 to 12 are £14.50, and under-fives go free, so it works as a family outing as much as a catch-up with friends. They recommend booking your place in advance to make sure you get a spot.

It's open to everyone — adults, families, and anyone who just wants a proper barbecue on a terrace by the river. If you're into outdoor dining and live music, this is a good one to keep on the radar for mid-July.