York school proms through the years as 2026 season begins

And today we are sharing a gallery of photos of York school proms through the years as the 2026 season begins.

Following months of revision and exams, the summer balls mark a stylish farewell for pupils in Years 11 and 13.

Over the years, thousands of teenagers have donned their glad rags to enjoy a VIP-themed party at some of the best venues in and around York, including leading hotels such as The Milner by the railway station and also York Racecourse

Flashback to Owen and Jack Bradshaw with the family tractor at York Racecourse for Jack’s school prom. Photo supplied

And in true prom tradition, some school leavers have gone all out to make a dramatic entrance.

From horse‑drawn carriages, to sports cars, boats on the Ouse, to tractors, and even via horseback, creativity has never been in short supply.

We are sharing some our favourite school proms photos from recent years – and would love to see how this year’s prom-goers have stepped out in style for their big night.

2021: Rosie Henderson Holmes, Alex Shepherd and Tianna Wigginton, of Huntington School, York, were whisked away to a night to remember via boat decked out with rose-gold balloons spelling out ‘Prom 2021’. Photo by Heather Louise Photography

We will be sharing photos of school proms throughout York and the surrounding area in coming weeks, both in The Press and online

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And we would love to see your photos – and hear all about your stories.

If there is a special story connected to the school prom or pupil, we’d love to hear all about that too – and share with readers.

2023: Lily and Miss V riding to prom

You can get in touch with us via the ‘send now’ button below which allows you to quickly fire your favourite proms photos, info, and story straight to our news team.

Or you can email our Community Content Editor at maxine.gordon@thepress.co.uk.

Congratulations to the class of 2026 – we hope you have an absolute ball.

Have prom photos to share? Send us your favourites via the ‘Send Now’ button below.