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Fri 19 Apr 2024

Broadacres Thirsk and Sowerby Community Action Day, East Thirsk Community hall. Focus on: Improving the environment. Discussion of Housing, Neighbourhood issues, Police presence, Reducing Anti-Social Behaviour, Council related issues. 10am - 2pm. Free.

Fri 19 Apr 2024

Colour Reduction Linoprinting, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Learn how to create beautifully coloured lino prints during this specialist printmaking workshop. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. £50. tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Fri 19 Apr 2024 to
Sat 20 Apr 2024

Royal Hall Free Open Day, Royal Hall, Ripon Rd. Harrogate, HG1 2RD. Free Guided tours of Harrogate's Glittering Palace. Booking essential. To arrange a private tour or make a booking or general enquiries email. Open 10am-4pm. Tours at 11am & 2pm. Free, donations welcome. tickets: Online email: enquiries@rhrt.org web: https://royalhallrestorationtrust.org.uk

Sat 20 Apr 2024

St Cecilia Orchestra, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. A programme bringing together the greatest of the French impressionist composers Claude Debussy & Maurice Ravel. 7.30pm. tickets: 07702967828

Sat 20 Apr 2024

Club Origami, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. An immersive and interactive dance show inviting family audiences to create, imagine and explore whole new ways of thinking, playing, and moving. 2:30 pm. £8, £6 concession. tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Sat 20 Apr 2024

Phil Ellis's Excellent Comedy Show, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (14+) Comedy, Shows, Excellence? If you like all three, then Edinburgh Award-nominated Phil Ellis's Excellent Comedy Show is the excellent comedy show for you. 7.30pm. £15. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 20 Apr 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Race Course. Vickers.Bet racing. Accompanied u18's come free and do not require a ticket or badge. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://thirskracecourse.net

Sun 21 Apr 2024

Thirsk Artisan Market, Market Place, Thirsk YO7 1EY. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent
producers and makers. 9am-2pm.

Sun 21 Apr 2024

An American in Paris (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. This breathtakingly beautiful Tony Award-winning Broadway musical inspired by the Oscar winning MGM film, tells the impassioned story of discovering love in the ‘City of Light’. 7.30pm. £16, Child £10, Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 21 Apr 2024

Fun tennis open day, Thirsk Athletic Club, Newsome Rd. Thirsk. Free event for all age groups. Beginners welcome. Refreshments served. 1pm. Free. tickets: Sylvia (so we know how many scones to bake) web: https://www.facebook.com/thirsktennis

Wed 24 Apr 2024

MasterChef Professionals Six Course Menu, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. A spectacular six course tasting menu at Castle Howard has been exclusively curated by MasterChef: The Professionals 2020 winner Alex Webb and finalist Philli Armitage-Mattin. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/event-detail?name=masterchef-dinner

Wed 24 Apr 2024

Bold Birds in Mixed Media, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Choose from watercolour, acrylic or gouache to paint your bird. Then add pen, pencil or oil pastel to create additional detail within your piece. 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. £18. tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Fri 19 Apr 2024 to
Thu 25 Apr 2024

Kung Fu Panda 4, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past. Sunday evening will be shown with English subtitles. 7.30pm, also Wed 2.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Thu 25 Apr 2024

The Beauty of Being Herd, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. A funny, playful, and tender show with comedy and original music about a woman who tries very hard. You might recognise performer and writer Ruth Berkoff from previous Rural Arts pantos. She shared an early version of this piece at our autumn 2022 Scratch Night. 7:30 pm. £10, £8 concession. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Thu 25 Apr 2024

Thirkleby Local History Society, Thirkleby Parish Hall, Great Thirkleby YO7 2AT. Talk to be advised. 2pm. £3 visitors welcome. tel: 01845 501365 tickets: On the door or telephone

Fri 26 Apr 2024

A journey into French Music, Coxwold Village Hall, Byland Road YO614BB. Fifi La Mer and Oliver Wilby will transport you to France with Music from Offenbach to Gainsbrough. With voice, clarinet, accordions and saxophone. Licenced Bar. 7:30 Doors open 7pm. £10 or £5 if under 18. tickets: 01347 868719 or https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/performances/a-journey-into-french-music-at-coxwold/

Fri 26 Apr 2024

Bingo, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. Cash prizes. All profits go to the Thirsk Christmas Lights (do not bring your own snacks & drink). Licensed bar & coffees available 5.30pm-8pm in front of the Town Hall. Eyes down at 7.15pm. £14 all-in. tickets: on the door.

Tue 23 Apr 2024 to
Sat 27 Apr 2024

Fiddler on the Roof, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. NETheatre. Following the story of a Jewish milkman and his family living in Russia at the start of the 20th century, this epic and timeless musical is a must-see. 7.30pm. £20, Child (0-18) £18. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: http://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Thu 25 Apr 2024 to
Sat 27 Apr 2024

A Midsummer Night's Dream, Husthwaite Village Hall, The Nookin YO61 4PY. Husthwaite Players. 7.30pm. £10, Child £5, Family £25. tel: 07836 721775 email: sheila_mowatt@btinternet.com

Sat 27 Apr 2024

The Badapple Theatre - Comedy, Knayton Village Hall, Thirsk YO74AZ. Back to the1930s,the cinema decade spanning Hitchcock noir and classic Technicolor showstoppers. Celebrity and rural life clash head on when a new movie is set to premiere at the tiny Regal Cinema In Bottledale. Comedy and intrigue ensues as our intrepid heroines find themselves in a very silly mystery. 7-30. £12 Adults/£5 U16S. tickets: 01845 537534 or Online at www.badappletheatre.co.uk email: aileenandkeith3@gmail.com

Sat 27 Apr 2024

Spring Makers Market, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Join us for our Spring Makers Market at The Courthouse. Expect a range of beautifully presented stalls offering handmade jewellery, locally made ceramics, original artwork, handcrafted textiles and more!. 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. tel: 01845 525536 email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Thu 25 Apr 2024 to
Sun 28 Apr 2024

Harrogate Spring Flower Show, The Great Yorkshire Showground. More details to follow.

Fri 26 Apr 2024 to
Sun 28 Apr 2024

Whitby Goth Weekend, Whitby (park & ride YO21 1TL). An alternative festival incorporating the Bizarre Bazaar Alternative Market which features over 100 indoor stalls. It was founded in 1994 by Jo Hampshire and has grown to become one of the world’s premier Goth events. email: info@whitbygothweekend.co.uk web: https://whitbygothweekend.co.uk

Sun 28 Apr 2024

The Upbeat Beatles, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. The Upbeat Beatles are second to none. With powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship, they are an honourable tribute to the timeless hits of the 60s. 7.30pm. £24, Child (0-18) £22, Senior (65+) £22. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: http://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sun 28 Apr 2024

The Yorkshire Flea 'Boxing Clever', Thirsk Auction Mart Blakey Lane YO7 3AB. A vintage & retail event. 90+ traders selling excellent interesting & desirable objects from the last 3 centuries. 11am - 6pm. Admission adult £3. Accompanied under 16's & NHS staff with work ID free. tel: 07889 828288 / 07803 121428 tickets: Bookings/Enquiries telephone, email or on-line booking forms. email: info@antiquesfairs.com web: http://www.antiquesfairs.com

Tue 30 Apr 2024

Willow Sunflowers, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Learn the art of willow weaving and create one large willow sunflower of your own to display in your garden. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. £48. tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Wed 1 May 2024

Salsa Dancing classes, Thirsk and Sowerby Institute YO7 1LY. Salsa Dancing classes, suitable for beginners. Fun progressive class for new starters.
Everone.

Thu 2 May 2024

The Forage Box, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Enjoy nature’s pantry. A 5-hour guided session with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance and finding wild ingredients. There will also be plenty of food and drink to get stuck into! Expect a walking route of around 2km predominantly on footpaths. 11am-4pm. £70. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: Book online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Thu 2 May 2024

Yorkshire Cancer Research, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. The World Famous Band performs a concert of music for all. 8pm. Adults £20 Under 16 £5. tickets: 07702967828

Sat 4 May 2024

Darlington Stitch and Create, Elm Ridge Church Hall. Darlington.DL3 8DJ. Practical stitch session 1-2pm followed by refreshments and notices. At approximately 2-30 Susan Gallagher will present a talk - “Along the Fellside”. 1pm. Members free / visitors £5. tickets: On the door email: secretary@darlingtonstitchandcreate.co.uk

Sat 4 May 2024

Sowerby-Flatts Bowls Club Open Day, Sowerby Flatts Bowls Club, behind The Institute, next to Sowerby Park. Come & have a go at the relaxing game with a competitive edge. We are not as old as we look. Learn the basics of bowling & try your hand. Expert help available from our friendly members with all equipment provided. Please come in flat-soled shoes. FREE refreshments will be available in the clubhouse. If you can't make it on the day, please call in when the green is open. We are always looking for new members. 10am-3pm.

Sat 4 May 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Race Course. YO7 1QL. Vickers.Bet Thirsk Hunt Cup. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://thirskracecourse.net

Up to
Sun 5 May 2024

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. Holiday-themed knitting and crotcheting around the town.

Sat 4 May 2024 to
Sun 5 May 2024

Spring Afternoon Tea, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. Seasonal ingredients and local craftsmanship are at the heart of this lovely experience, with dainty sandwiches and hand-baked scones created by Castle Howard’s expert chefs, and cakes created in Malton by master pâtissier Florian Poirot. 4th - 5th May and 25th - 26th May. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/event-detail?name=spring-afternoon-tea

Thu 2 May 2024 to
Mon 6 May 2024

Northallerton May Fair, Northallerton High St DL7 8LP. The High Street will be filled with rides and side shows. Noon to 10pm. web: https://www.facebook.com/NorthallertonFair

Wed 1 May 2024 to
Sat 11 May 2024

Kinky Boots the Musical, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Not Mon or Sun. Guaranteed to Raise You Up and celebrate everybody’s individuality, don’t miss Kinky Boots the Musical. Set in Northampton and based on the 2005 film of the same name, the production is by the Darlington Operatic Society. 7.30pm (and 2.30pm Sat). £20 to £30. tel: 01325 244659 tickets: Book online web: https://www.darlingtonoperaticsociety.org.uk

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Thu 30 May 2024

See Flying Scotsman for free, National Railway Museum, Leeman Rd, York YO26 4XJ. Until the summer, the locomotive is displayed in the Flying Scotsman Story exhibition at the National Railway Museum. Visitors can see the locomotive and access the footplate via an accessible ramp. 10am-5pm seven days a week. Free. tel: 0330 058 0058 tickets: Not essential, but you are encouraged to book online web: https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk

Up to
Tue 25 Jun 2024

Social Duplicate Bridge, Community Hub, Orchid House, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1GT. Only Tue. Friendly Duplicate Bridge including refreshments. Non-members welcome. Partner not required. Free lessons for improvers. 6.45pm for 7pm start every Tuesday. £3. tel: 01845 523582 email: janebridge21@gmail.com web: https://www.bridgewebs.com/thirsk

Fri 3 May 2024 to
Tue 22 Oct 2024

Tony Cragg at Castle Howard, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures by the internationally celebrated artist Tony Cragg. Castle Howard’s first ever headline contemporary sculpture exhibition; sculptures will appear in the House and Grounds, including the Temple of the Four Winds and the Great Hall. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/tony-cragg-at-castle-howard

Up to
Sat 2 Nov 2024

Thirsk Museum re-opening, Thirsk Museum14 - 16 Kirkgate Thirsk YO7 1PQ. Thirsk Museum opens for the 2024 Season on Monday 25th March. Opening times 10.30 am to 3.30 pm, last admission 3.00 pm. Closed on Wednesday afternoons and on Sunday. The birthplace of Thomas Lord and displays of local history of Thirsk and District. Donations in lieu of an admission charge. tel: 07596 483416 email: info@thirskmuseum.org web: http://www.thirskmuseum.org

What’s on later

Sat 4 May 2024 to
Sun 5 May 2024

Sat 4 May 2024

Sun 5 May 2024

Thirsk Farmers' Market, Market Place, Thirsk YO7 1EY. Around 20 artisan food and drink producers bring the fruits of their labour to the centre of this historic market town. 9am-2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Sun 5 May 2024

Raskelf Show and Gymkhana, Moor House Farm, Raskelf YO61 3LR. Free. tel: 01347 822516 email: info@raskelfshow.co.uk web: http://www.raskelfshow.co.uk

Mon 6 May 2024

Duncombe Park Country Fair, Duncombe Park, Helmsley, YO62 5EB. Stunt Riding, Mini Grand National, Gun Dog Display, Terrier Racing, Pony Club Gymkhana, Fun Fair etc. £35 family (2+2), £12.50 adult, £10 OAP, £5 under 16s, under 5yrs free. Plus booking fee. tel: 01845 537888 email: info@dpcountryfair.co.uk web: https://www.dpcountryfair.co.uk

Tue 7 May 2024

Bedale Archaeology & History Society, Bedale Hall and Zoom. Rievaulx: A Place in History, an illustrated talk by Rev. Dr Greg Hoyland FRSA FHEA, volunteer guide for English Heritage. 7.30 pm. non-members £3 (full-time education free), or £12 for this talk and membership for the whole of 2024. tickets: pay on the door or email for details and the Zoom link. email: bahsoc@outlook.com

Tue 7 May 2024

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside the Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. An invitation to join us on the first Tuesday of each month, cycling on the lanes around Thirsk and surrounding villages with a social coffee stop. 10am. Free, just bring money for coffee stop. tel: 07531 093357 / 01845 522942 email: glenbank.2@gmail.com web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Tue 7 May 2024

Displayful!, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough YO11 2PW. Liberty Hodes, Angela Knipe, Wendy Galloway, Luke Beech, Kate Fox. Under 18s free. tel: 01723 374753

Tue 7 May 2024

A Conservator's View, The Golden Lion Hotel, High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP. The Arts Society Hambleton - Julia Korner and Identifying lost gems of the art world. How the conservation of paintings can lead to unlocking their identity. 1.45pm. Members free, Visitors £10. tickets: on the door. Please see the website for more details web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Thu 9 May 2024 to
Sat 11 May 2024

Northallerton Musical Theatre 70 years, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. A night of NMTC's Musical Legacy- incl. songs from all your favourite shows. 7.30pm. Adults £16, child £14, senior citizen (Thu 9 May only) £14. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: At the Forum box office, by phone or online web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 11 May 2024

Charity Bridge, Community Hub, Orchid House, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1GT. Come and join us for a friendly afternoon of Chicago Bridge and support Herriot Hospice. Partners not required. Afternoon tea included. 1pm. £10 minimum donation. tel: 01845 523582 email: janebridge21@gmail.com web: https://www.bridgewebs.com/thirsk

Sat 11 May 2024

Paulinus Singers, St John's Church, Sharow HG4 5BJ. Details to follow. 7.30pm. tickets: 01765605771

Sat 11 May 2024

Beer & Pizza, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate, Thirsk. YO7 1PL. PizzaMe on site with high quality Neapolitan pizze. 6.30pm - 11pm. £5.00 entry inc. 1 drinks voucher. Child (0-15)free. tel: 01845 444455 tickets: Online web: https://www.thirskhall.com/events

Sat 11 May 2024

Repair your stuff, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Be greener by avoiding waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items; cost is a voluntary donation. For further details or if you would like to volunteer, please email. 10am-1pm, last entries by 12.30pm. Free, donations welcome. email: thirskrepaircafe@gmail.com

Sun 12 May 2024

Northallerton Farmers' Market DL7 8EF, Applegarth Car Park. From jams to gin, sourdough to scones, and cupcakes to Korean pickles - we've got it all. 9am-2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Sun 12 May 2024

The Herriot Hike 2024, Sutton Bank National Park Centre, YO7 2EH. Step out and support Herriot Hospice Homecare by taking on the Herriot Hike 2024!
This 9 mile sponsored walk along Sutton Bank takes in what James Herriot himself called ‘the finest view in England’ – but make up your mind for yourself on Sunday 12 May!. 10am-4pm. £15 Adult, £10 Under 18. tickets: Online web: https://www.herriothh.org.uk/events/the-herriot-hike-2024/

Sun 12 May 2024

Classic Car Sunday, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PS. Bring your classic vehicle to the stunning parkland of Thorp Perrow for easy Sunday morning car chat. The ticket price includes a hot or cold drink, and a bacon or sausage bap (or a piece of cake for a sweet treat). Keep your ticket handy so that you can show it to our staff in the Tea Room. 10am-noon. Classic Car Sunday £10. tickets: Book online web: https://www.thorpperrow.com

Mon 13 May 2024

Sowerby WI Monthly Meeting, Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, Thirsk, YO7 1JG. 'Stained Glass, a Mystery Trade' talk by Ian Tomlinson. 7.30pm. Members free, small charge for visitors. tel: 01845 524529 tickets: Pay on door, no need to book. email: sue.reynard@btinternet.com web: http://www.nyorkseastwi.org.uk (search sowerby wi)

Fri 17 May 2024

Beef and Beer Dinner, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. Castle Howard’s Head Chef Nathan Richardson-Kelly has hand-crafted this delicious seasonal menu with Estate-reared Aberdeen Angus Beef as the star of the show, reared in Bulmer by the Fargher family. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/event-detail?name=beef-beer-dinner

Sat 18 May 2024

British Police Symphony Orchestra, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. Conductor Simon Wright. 7.30pm. tickets: 07702967828

Sat 18 May 2024 to
Sun 19 May 2024

Yorkshire Game and Country Fair, Scampston Hall, Malton YO17 8NG. Experience all the countryside has to offer – from a vast array of country sports with loads of ‘have-a-go’ opportunities, to fine foods and animals. 9am-5pm. £14, £12 until 8 May, also concessions & family tickets. Free parking. tel: 01751 200839 tickets: Online or at gate email: info@outdoorshows.co.uk web: https://outdoorshows.co.uk/yorkshire-game-and-country-fair

Sat 18 May 2024

Easingwold Singers, St Oswald's Church, Front St, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1JG. Performance of Rossini's Petite Messe Solenelle conducted by Edward Venn. 7pm. £12. tel: 07821 429022 tickets: Williamson's estate agents Easingwold. White Rose Books Thirsk or at door. web: https://www.easingwold-singers.com

Sat 18 May 2024

Gary Stewart - Solo, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Influenced by the major singer/songwriters of the sixties and seventies, Gary writes, records and performs music in the Folk/Pop vein. The Scottish songsmith has released four albums to date – his latest, ‘Lost, Now Found‘, self-recorded, produced and released in June 2021. 7:30 pm. £15, £12 concession. tickets: Online web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Sat 18 May 2024

Thirsk Community Library Quiz, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Thirsk Community Library Quiz. 7.30pm. £5 per person. tickets: Payment on door

Sat 18 May 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Race Course. YO7 1QL. SkyBet Irish Day. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://thirskracecourse.net

Sun 19 May 2024

Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, Methodist Church, Stokesley, TS9 4AD. Cleveland Chamber Orchestra Concert. 3.00pm. £0 - £12.

Wed 22 May 2024

Coffee morning, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. Yarnbombers coffee morning in aid of the Herriot Hospice. 10am-noon.

Thu 23 May 2024

Thirsk Ladies Club, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Annexe, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. "Traditional Storytelling" by Rod Dimbleby. What makes a storyteller popular? What makes a story interesting and how did we learn to pass these on through the generations? Come and hear for yourselves, maybe share your own experiences. 7.30pm. Free for members, visitors £3. tel: 01845 522819

Fri 24 May 2024

Trudi's in the Pink, Thirsk & Sowerby Institute, The Flatts, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1LY. Trudi's in the Pink.

Sat 25 May 2024 to
Sat 8 Jun 2024

Swaledale Festival, All over the Yorkshire Dales. A broad selection of the finest musicians and artists from Yorkshire, elsewhere in the country, and all around the world! There are hands-on events such as workshops, participatory walks and craft demonstrations, many of which explore landscape, ecology and climate change. tel: 01748 880019 / 01748 880018 tickets: Book online email: enquiries@swalefest.org web: https://swalefest.org

Sat 25 May 2024 to
Mon 27 May 2024

Malton Food Lovers Festival, Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. Malton’s 3 day family foodie extravaganza is a festival like no other. Expect artisan stalls, delicious street food, talks, tastings, celebrity chefs, demos, festival bar, live music & much, much more! The fun begins at 9am on Saturday and 10am on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday. 09.00 - 18.00. tel: 016536928494 email: enquiries@visitmalton.com web: http://www.visitmalton.com/food-festival-yorkshire

Sat 25 May 2024 to
Sun 26 May 2024

Hambleton District Show, Sutton Park, Sutton-on-the-Forest, York YO61 1DP. The largest horse show in the north of England. tel: 07894 856810 email: hannahvoakes@live.co.uk web: http://www.hambletonshow.com

Fri 31 May 2024

Ladies Fashion Show, Chantry Hall, North End, Bedale DL8 1AA. Ladies fashion show and Pop up shop
Held by Hambleton and Richmondshire MS Society.
Favourite high street bands at 50% off or more. Raffle. Doors open 6.30 show start 7pm. £10, includes a welcome drink. tickets: Bobby Smith-Hazelton email: ladybs@me.com

Fri 31 May 2024

Sun 2 Jun 2024

Fun Dog Show, Thirsk Auction Mart Blakey Lane YO7 3AB. Yorkshire vet Peter Wright is judging our fun dog show with 11 classes. Goody bag for all entrants. Rosettes to 5th place and lots of prizes. Raffle. Tombola. Cafe. Toilets. Indoors. For Herriot Hospice. All dogs welcome. Registration from 09.30.judging from 11.00. £2 per class. £5 for 3 classes. tickets: Entry on day at venue.

Sun 2 Jun 2024 to
Sun 9 Jun 2024

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. D-Day themed knitting and crotcheting around the town.

Tue 4 Jun 2024

Jonathan Moseley Floral Art Demonstaration, Sessay Village Hall. Floral Art Demonstration. 7pm. £20 (includes glass of wine & raffle ticket). tel: 01845 577906 tickets: email or telephone email: doreentill3@outlook.com

Tue 4 Jun 2024

Floral art demonstration, Sessay Village Hall YO73BE. Floral art demonstration by nationally renowned Jonathan Moseley. 7pm. £20. tel: 01845 577906 tickets: doreentill3@outlook.com email: doreentill3@outlook.com

Tue 4 Jun 2024

British Glass1600-1900, The Golden Lion Hotel, High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP. The Arts Society Hambleton - Simon Cottle; Glass techniques and use illustrated by some of the finest products from 1580-1900. 1.45pm. See website for more information. Members free, Visitors £10. tickets: On the door web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Thu 6 Jun 2024 to
Sun 9 Jun 2024

Bramham International Horse Trials, Bramham Park, Bramham, Wetherby LS23 6ND. 7am-6pm. £16 to £32 plus £5 parking. tel: 01937 846005 tickets: Online or at gate email: horsetrials@bramhampark.co.uk web: https://bramham-horse.co.uk

Sat 8 Jun 2024

Great Knaresborough Bed Race, Knaresborough HG5 9AY. Bed race with supporting parade. 11am-4pm. Free. web: https://www.bedrace.co.uk

Sat 8 Jun 2024 to
Sun 9 Jun 2024

Tractor Fest, Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE. The UK's largest vintage tractor & engine show. Each year the show attracts over 1,600 exhibits as well as in excess of 12,000 visitors who also get access to the award winning gardens and other attractions. Features over 1000 tractors. 10am-4pm. £60 family, £20 adult, £15 child, under 4s free. tel: 01423 322583 tickets: Online email: info@newbyhall.com web: https://bookings.newbyhall.com

Sun 9 Jun 2024

Alne Street Fayre, Alne, York YO61 1RY. Family day out with a host of live music, activities and refreshments. Noon-4.30pm. free. email: alnestreetfayre@btinternet.com web: https://www.alnestreetfayre.co.uk

Sun 9 Jun 2024

Fund raising Summer Lunch, The Gavel cafe, Thirsk Auction Mart. Thirsk Ladies Club are holding a fund raising Summer lunch in aid of Community Works. Craft stall, handmade cards, bottle game, raffle. Bar available. 12.30 for 1pm. £25. tickets: Barbara Sharp

Sun 9 Jun 2024

Tue 11 Jun 2024

Northallerton Local History Soc, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, Thirsk Rd, Northallerton. ‘Star Objects at Preston Park Museum’. Christine Hutchinson. 7pm. Non-members welcome £3. tel: 07566 770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://northyorkshistory.co.uk

Sun 16 Jun 2024

Tue 18 Jun 2024 to
Sat 22 Jun 2024

What the Butler Saw, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. A most ambitious play, manic farce and masterclass in fearless comic writing. No institution, political view or tradition is safe, as Orton explores comic territory few playwrights have dared to visit. 7.30pm. £15 to £32, with concessions. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online email: Hippodrome.Info@darlington.gov.uk web: https://www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Thu 20 Jun 2024

Solstice Fireside Feast, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. Celebrate Summer Solstice with a fireside feast. Castle Howard’s Head Chef Nathan Richardson-Kelly has hand-crafted this fantastic menu, to be experienced by the fire on the longest day of the year. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/event-detail?name=solstice-feast

Fri 21 Jun 2024 to
Sun 23 Jun 2024

York Cycle Festival, Knavesmire, York. York Cycle Festival 2024
Retro MTB & Offroad, Road & Audax, Touring & Bikepacking
Free to visit and camping available. Free. web: https://yorkcyclefestival.org

Sat 22 Jun 2024

Knayton Sports & Fun Day, Knayton village YO7 4AS. Family Fun & Sports Day. Including bouncy castle, football shootouts, face painting, tombola, biscuit decorating and lots of fun races. Also Wheelie Bin decorating competition with the theme 'Cartoon Characters'. DJ in the Village Hall 7pm-11pm.

Sat 22 Jun 2024

Wensleydale Railway Jazz Train, Leeming Bar Station DL7 9AR. A fundraising event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. A Delightful evening of jazz with a round trip to Leyburn with the Swale Valley Stompers, a raffle and an auction of promises. Feel free to bring your own picnic and drinks.
A return bus service (£8pp) will be available from Osmotherley, Northallerton or Thirsk to Leeming Bar.

Have fun and support a great cause. 6.30 Music and dancing on the platform, 7.30 train departs. Tickets £22, bus transport £8 extra. tel: 01677 425805 tickets: on the website, by email, or phone - see below email: admin@wensleydalerailway.com web: https://www.wensleydale-railway.co.uk

Sun 23 Jun 2024

Huby and Sutton Show, Sutton Park 8 miles north of York, YO61 1DP. 250 competition classes including horses, cattle, sheep, a variety of crafts, horticultural, home produce. 9am-5pm. £12, Child (6-15) £5, under 5s free. tickets: Online or at the gate email: secretary@hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk web: https://www.hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk

Sun 23 Jun 2024

Thu 27 Jun 2024

Silk and Roses, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Join dress historian Lucy?Adlington of History Wardrobe for a?delightful wander through garden history and floral fashions, from 18th-century embroidery to Horrockses frocks. Featuring feisty botanical explorers, intriguing plant-lore and gorgeous flower-themed stitchcraft. 6.30pm for 7pm (finish 9pm). £20. tel: 01748 818178 email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Fri 28 Jun 2024

Sun 30 Jun 2024

Malton Show, Scampston Park, Malton YO17 8NG. A fun day out for all the family Wheelchair friendly ~ Disabled Parking ~ Dogs on leads welcome ~ Free shuttle bus. 8am - 5.30pm. £12 adult, £8 OAP, £8 12-16s, under 11s free. tel: 01653 915103 (Thu only) email: office@maltonshow.org web: https://www.maltonshow.com

Tue 2 Jul 2024

Tue 2 Jul 2024 to
Sun 7 Jul 2024

Ripon Theatre Festival, Ripon HG4 1DY. Huge and colourful array of street entertainment, open-air theatre, family shows, storytelling, dance and comedy. All ticketed events are now on sale. email: info@ripontheatrefestival.org web: https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org

Fri 5 Jul 2024 to
Sun 7 Jul 2024

Kilburn Feast, Kilburn, Thirsk YO61 4AG. A traditional village fete. free. email: admin@kilburnyorks.com web: https://www.kilburnyorks.com

Sat 6 Jul 2024 to
Sun 7 Jul 2024

Steam and vintage rally, Duncombe Park, Helmsley YO62 5EB. Steam engines, tractors, cars, vintages lorries, crafts, fun fair. 9.30am-11pm (Sat) & 4pm (Sun). £12.75, Family (2+2) £26.24. tickets: Online

Sat 6 Jul 2024

Thirsk Community Library Quiz, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Thirsk Community Library Quiz. 7.30pm. £5 per person. tickets: Payment on door

Tue 9 Jul 2024

Northallerton Local History Soc, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, Thirsk Rd, Northallerton. ‘Queen Victoria’s Prince Consort, a Man with a Mission’. Richard and Jan Crouch. 7pm. Non-members welcome £3. tel: 07566 770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://northyorkshistory.co.uk

Fri 19 Jul 2024 to
Wed 4 Sep 2024

Buckets of Fun Summer, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Discover buckets of fun activities hiding in the grounds of Kiplin this spring. Play games, explore trails, learn, and laugh as a family in the fresh air. Kiplin’s buckets of fun will be placed in the grounds and gardens for you to find. After using the resources in the buckets please put them back for another family to find. 10am-5pm, closed Thursdays. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Thirsk Museum

Thirsk Museum is open again for the summer season. Come see the original Bull Ring from Thirsk Market Place (pictured) and the display of cricket memorabilia in honour of Thomas Lord of Lords cricket ground, who was born in this house.

There are also displays of the local history of Thirsk and District.

The museum is at 14 - 16 Kirkgate Thirsk YO7 1PQ, nearly opposite the Zillah Bell Gallery, and is open from 10.30am to 3.30 pm, last admission 3.00 pm (closed Wednesday afternoons and Sundays).

Donations in lieu of an admission charge. T:07596 483416 E: info@thirskmuseum.org
www.thirskmuseum.org

Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden

Discover Thirsk’s secret garden nestled behind the Grade II* listed Thirsk Hall. Explore the 20 acres of garden and parkland, now the home to Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden and indoor gallery spaces. It is a welcoming space to be inspired, to be creative and to enjoy with friends and family.

The Garden is currently closed until Wed 1 May for installation of a new outdoor exhibition. It will also be closed Sat 21 Sep and Gallery One will close Wed 16 Oct to Tue 22 Oct.

The Sculpture Garden is accessed through the gate adjacent to Thirsk Hall, on the right of the building. Entrance is £6.50, Child (0-15) free, Concession (60+ or student) £5.50. Book in advance online or just come (50p extra at the gate).

The hours are Wed to Sat 11am-5pm (last entry 4pm).
www.thirskhall.com

Rail disruption Leeds-Manchester

There will be four weeks of disruption to weekday services in West Yorkshire.

The work is being carried out as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade, a multi-billion pound programme to improve the route between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York.

Only weekday services are affected, from Mon 22 Apr until Fri 17 May.

In particular weekday trains between Northallerton/ Thirsk/ York and Manchester airport will be replaced by buses for part of the journey.

Check your journey at

nationalrail.co.uk/status-and-disruptions

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