PLAYDAY, the annual celebration of children’s right to play, is 25 years old on August 1 and events in York will be linked with the city’s 800 celebrations.

Free events include 800 minutes of play with Door 84 Youth Club and SNAPPY, indoor and outdoor sports at Bishopthorpe and Rowntree Parks, New Earswick, dance events and workshops at York Explore.

For details, phone Tim Waudby on 01904 553426. To set up events contact Mark Gladwin at Play England on 07766 475952.