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The pollens around me

Grasses

  • Poaceae

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Trees

  • Hazel

    PPM

  • Cypress

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  • Alder

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  • Poplar

    PPM

  • Elm

    PPM

  • Birch

    PPM

  • Plane

    PPM

  • Pine

    PPM

  • Oak

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Weeds

  • Chenopod

    PPM

  • Mugwort

    PPM

  • Nettle

    PPM

  • Ragweed

    PPM

Hay fever symptoms? Jog on, pollen!

Hay fever symptoms can be annoying when they show up. A runny nose could spoil your rare day in the sun, while trying to master spreadsheets through watery eyes can be tough. Knowing the signs to look for can help you manage these pesky symptoms better.

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Exercising with allergies: jog on, pollen

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Hay fever symptoms? Jog on, pollen!

Hay fever symptoms can be annoying when they show up. A runny nose could spoil your rare day in the sun, while trying to master spreadsheets through watery eyes can be tough. Knowing the signs to look for can help you manage these pesky symptoms better.

2 mins

read more

Types of Pollen

With over 10 million people suffering from hay fever in England, it pays to be a pollen connoisseur. Yet, few people know which pollen type they’re allergic to. You might know you’ve got a tree pollen allergy, but are you sure which tree type you should be avoiding and when?

4 mins

read more
Lightning striking in the distance

What is thunder fever and how can it affect your hay fever?

Learn how different types of weather may be affecting your hay fever symptoms.

3 mins

read more

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According to the latest research from our partners Allergy UK, hay fever affects almost half of the British population. That’s an awful lot of people sneezing, suffering from itchy eyes, headaches, shortness of breath or constantly feeling tired. Find out more here.

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read more

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The pollen forecast where you are

The weather forecast where you are

Understanding the what, why and when of hay fever is key, so here's the low-down

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What is the pollen count in York today?

Finding out the local pollen levels in York is easy. Simply enter your postcode above to use Your Pollen Pal and find out which areas in the city are most likely to impact your hay fever symptoms.

Pollen forecast for York

You can check the pollen forecast in York for the coming days ahead. This is useful if you’re planning a trip across the city. Whether it’s a walk in The Homestead Park, or a visit to one of the city’s many famous landmarks – don’t let your allergies spoil the fun.

Pollen hotspots in York

The pollen count in York can be high due to the different types of trees, grass and pollen across the city. The usual suspects are oak, beech, and birch. You can find these across the city’s many parks and green areas, such as the beautiful Museum Gardens.

The peak time for high pollen levels in York is in August. Things usually tend to decline a little after this – although sometimes peak levels can last longer. Keep in mind, if you’re wanting to visit parks and woodlands in the autumn, weed pollen could still be active.

There are a few places to look out for if you’re in York and have allergies:

  • Knavesmire. The park is full of oaks, ash, beech and silver birch trees. These all usually have high pollen counts.
  • Walmgate Stray. This large park contains a plethora of different pollen species in the grass and weeds there.
  • Hob Moor. A popular jogging and cycling hotspot, its densely populated silver birch and London Plane trees are notorious for this, as well as the stinging nettle, perennial ryegrass, plantain and knapweed.
  • Yorkshire Museum
  • York Museum Gardens. The beautiful botanical gardens are home to oak, ash and beech trees, with the grassy areas also having high pollen levels.

Hayfever friendly activities in York

If you’re looking for areas in York with a low pollen count, this charming city has a variety of different spots and activities to explore. It’s an ideal place to visit if you’re wanting to avoid triggering your hay fever allergy symptoms thanks to its exquisite architecture and plenty of indoor areas to visit.

Below is a list of hay fever-friendly spots to take a look at on your trip to one of England’s oldest cities:

  • York Minster. An awe-inspiring architectural structure, and also the largest of its kind in Northern Europe.
  • Castle Museum. A former debtor’s prison, the museum houses relics from the past few centuries.
  • York’s Chocolate Story. Spoil yourself with a chocolate story, an insightful treat for those with a sweet tooth.
  • York Dungeon. A fascinating look into the underbelly of the city, from mock executions to plagues, this place has it all.
  • York Boat Tours. Enjoy a cruise along the river to embrace great views of the city from the waterfront.
  • The Shambles. Narrow winding historic streets packed with quirky shops and cafes, dating back to the 1400s.

 

Kimberly-Clark are not affiliated with any of the places or activities recommended on this site.

Hay fever symptoms? Jog on, pollen!

Hay fever symptoms can be annoying when they show up. A runny nose could spoil your rare day in the sun, while trying to master spreadsheets through watery eyes can be tough. Knowing the signs to look for can help you manage these pesky symptoms better.

Read More

The Pollen Calendar

The UK pollen calendar isn’t a short one, sadly. It kicks off as early as January, and continues through spring and summer well into autumn. September marks the end of the pollen highs, but that doesn’t mean there will be no pollen in winter.

Read More

Types of Pollen

With over 10 million people suffering from hay fever in England, it pays to be a pollen connoisseur. Yet, few people know which pollen type they’re allergic to. You might know you’ve got a tree pollen allergy, but are you sure which tree type you should be avoiding and when?

Read More

Hay fever symptoms? Jog on, pollen!

Hay fever symptoms can be annoying when they show up. A runny nose could spoil your rare day in the sun, while trying to master spreadsheets through watery eyes can be tough. Knowing the signs to look for can help you manage these pesky symptoms better.

Read More

The Pollen Calendar

The UK pollen calendar isn’t a short one, sadly. It kicks off as early as January, and continues through spring and summer well into autumn. September marks the end of the pollen highs, but that doesn’t mean there will be no pollen in winter.

Read More

Types of Pollen

With over 10 million people suffering from hay fever in England, it pays to be a pollen connoisseur. Yet, few people know which pollen type they’re allergic to. You might know you’ve got a tree pollen allergy, but are you sure which tree type you should be avoiding and when?

Read More

Types of Pollen

With over 10 million people suffering from hay fever in England, it pays to be a pollen connoisseur. Yet, few people know which pollen type they’re allergic to. You might know you’ve got a tree pollen allergy, but are you sure which tree type you should be avoiding and when?

Read More

The Pollen Calendar

The UK pollen calendar isn’t a short one, sadly. It kicks off as early as January, and continues through spring and summer well into autumn. September marks the end of the pollen highs, but that doesn’t mean there will be no pollen in winter.

Read More

Hay fever symptoms? Jog on, pollen!

Hay fever symptoms can be annoying when they show up. A runny nose could spoil your rare day in the sun, while trying to master spreadsheets through watery eyes can be tough. Knowing the signs to look for can help you manage these pesky symptoms better.

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