What’s on & news

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 Thu 30 Mar 2023

Free Concerts at Ripon Cathedral, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. Only Thu. The free lunchtime concert series at Ripon Cathedral continue on Thursdays in March. Although entry is free, there is a voluntary collection at the end.
Thu 23 Mar: Ed Jones, organ.
Thu 30 Mar: Prima Music students. Refreshments at 12.30pm & the 50 min. performances start at 1pm.

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 Thu 30 Mar 2023

Teechers Leavers '22, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate, Darlington DL1 1RR. (11+) A hilarious, high-energy, full-blooded comedy that brings to life an array of terrifying teachers and hopeless pupils through the eyes of Salty, Gail, and Hobby. 7.30pm. £14.50-£22.00, age 11 to 21 £12.00. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online or phone web: https://www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Thu 30 Mar 2023

Life of Pi (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. National Theatre Live. Puppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel.
After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, nature is harsh, who will survive?
Filmed live in London’s West End and featuring state-of-the-art visuals, the epic journey of endurance and hope is bought to life in a breath-taking new way for cinemas screens. 7pm. £15, child £10, seniors £12.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 30 Mar 2023

Topcliffe art class, Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall, Thirsk YO7 3RJ. Spring Flowers and Garden Birds painted in oils. For artists of every level of experience...or none! Expert guidance is offered throughout the sessions. Equipment and paint provided. Refreshments included. 10.30am-1pm. £25-£28. tickets: Book online web: https://rebeccajayneartist.co.uk

Up to
 Fri 31 Mar 2023

ChiChi Encore, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. Only Fri. Low impact, musical theatre based workouts, suitable for those with reduced mobility or just starting out on a fitness journey. ChiChi Encore is the golden alternative to ChiChi Fit. A fabulous beginners dance fit class that is slower paced and lower intensity. It’s as much fun as ChiChi Fit but not as fast!. 11am-12pm. £2 for the first session, £6 for all others after that. Loyalty card available. tickets: Book online or on the door web: https://gymcatch.com/app/provider/5837

Fri 31 Mar 2023

Live music in Easingwold Market, Easingwold Market Place. The market towns across Hambleton are coming alive with the sound of music in the markets. It's time to get your dancing shoes on & enjoy a warm musical welcome in Easingwold with The Black Horse Jazzmen (10am - 11am), The Record Store (11.30am - 12.30pm) & Snaize & Friends (1 - 2pm). web: http://discoverhambleton.co.uk

Fri 31 Mar 2023

Bingo That's Bonkers (18), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. We’re taking bingo out of the hall, adding comedy, music and even bigger balls! Smashing atmosphere, crazy games and not to mention great prizes!?!? The Bingo Revolution starts here. Your Hosts and DJ's for the evening will be Perry Marco and Owen Lewis and they will be playing smash hits from the 80's & 90's and today! Expect everything from Abba to Spice Girls to Beyoncé, to sing and dance to. Oh! and we nearly forgot, we will also be playing Bingo with great prizes!! So expect prizes and surprises and a great night out for all!. 7pm. £20. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023

Springtime Live, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate HG2 8NZ. There'll be Peppa Pig as well as Peter Rabbit who will be making his debut and both will be on stage throughout the day. Diggerland will also be at Springtime Live for the first time.
Families can get up close to farm animals including rabbits, goats and sheep. There's lots of activities to choose from, including ride on tractors, cookery workshops, face painting, felting, moosical fun with Moo Music, wizard wand whittling and much much more! . £12, child £7, family (2+3) £33. tickets: Online only web: https://springtimelive.co.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023

Shandy Hall Opening date, Shandy Hall. Shandy Hall opens a month earlier this year to celebrate 50 years of opening as a museum. Come and see the daffodils and apple blossom in the month of April!. 11am. £4 gardens only, £10 for house tour and garden. tel: 01347 868465 tickets: on the door, or book for a tour email: info@laurencesternetrust.org.uk web: https://www.laurencesternetrust.org.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023

Easter Concert, St Oswald's Church, Sowerby YO7 1JG. "Olivet to Calvary" by J H Maunder conducted by Trevor Wilson with Helen Proudley on the organ. In aid of Herriot Hospice @ The Lambert. 7.30pm. Entry by voluntary donation (suggested amount £8), under 16's free. web: https://www.mowbraysingers.co.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023

John Kearns: The Varnishing Days, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (14+) The heart-stopping, glasses-dropping, hard-rocking, wig-shaking, levothyroxine-taking, knee-knocking, boot-licking, justifying, teeth rattling, digressing new show from stand up comedian to the stars John Kearns. 8pm. £14. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023

Forbidden Corner reopens, Tupgill Park Estate, Coverham, Leyburn DL8 4TJ. Unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart. This unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises is open again for the summer. It was created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. Noon-6pm. Sundays & BH from 10am. £16.50, child (4-15) £14.50, under 4s free, 60+ £15.50, Family (2+2) £54. tel: 01969 640638 tickets: Book online only web: https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk

Sun 2 Apr 2023

Indoor car boot sale, Dalton Village Hall, Thirsk YO7 3BN. Sellers to arrive from 9.15am, Buyers from 10am. Refreshments will be available. Tables to sell goods will be limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. 10am to noon. Sellers £10, Buyers £1. tel: 07762 085408 web: http://daltonvillagehall.co.uk

Sun 2 Apr 2023

Richmondshire Orchestra, Tennant's Garden Rooms, Leyburn DL8 5SG. Richmondshire Orchestra plays Rossini, Mozart & Rachmaninov. 3pm. tickets: 07814118468 web: http://www.richmondshireorchestra.org.uk

Sun 2 Apr 2023

Sunday Jazz, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Come along and enjoy the fabulous sounds of the Big Band Era performed, in an open session, by Alan Owens and The Forum Big Band. The bar is open. Noon to 2pm. £4. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 2 Apr 2023

Thirsk Farmers' Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Unlike other markets all our stallholders are local independent businesses who grow, rear or produce the food or drink on their stall. They're passionate about what they do and it shows. 9am to 2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Mon 3 Apr 2023

Thirsk Museum reopens, 14-16 Kirkgate, Thirsk YO7 1PQ. Experience the history of Thirsk in the house where Thomas Lord, founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground, was born in 1755.
Explore rooms full of exhibits featuring local life and industry, cricketing memorabilia, farming equipment, furniture, costumes and toys. Marvel at the bones of our Saxon Giant and shudder at the legend of the Busby Stoop Chair!. 10am. Free, donation appreciated. web: http://www.thirskmuseum.org

Mon 3 Apr 2023

Sowerby WI monthly meeting, Parochial Hall, Sowerby, Thirsk, YO7 1JG. Talk by Sir Thomas Ingilby, 'All in a Knight's Work'. Competition: Antique Object. Followed by refreshments and business meeting. Members, new members and visitors are all welcome. 7.30pm. Members free, small charge for visitors. tel: 01845524529 tickets: Pay on door, no need to book. email: sowerbywi@gmail.com web: https://www.nyorkseastwi.org.uk

Tue 4 Apr 2023

Hope in the Shadows, Northallerton Methodist Church 73 High Street DL7 8EG. This musical for Lent and Holy Week includes a mixture of traditional and contemporary hymns and songs set in a variety of styles. Arranged for SATB choir and narrator, the program focuses on our Saviour's sacrifice and the Hope in the Shadows to which we cling. Conductor: Iris Smith. Accompanist: Linda Elsworth. 7pm. Free. tickets: No tickets required

Tue 4 Apr 2023

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. Only Tue. Leisure cycling around the Hambleton lanes, with a café stop, at a pace to suit the weakest rider; each Tuesday from 10am until 2pm. New riders welcome on the first Tuesday of the month. Tel Jacqueline for more information. After three rides, ladies are requested to join Cycling UK. tel: 07531 093357 web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Tue 4 Apr 2023

Sandro Botticelli and Renaissance Art, Solberge Hall Hotel, Newby Wiske, DL7 9ER. Also on Zoom. The Arts Society, Hambleton. James Lindow's illustrated lecture on Sandro Botticelli and the golden age of Renaissance Art. Botticelli’s art epitomises this period under the patronage of Lorenzo de Medici and his circle. 1.45pm-3.15pm. free to members, Visitors £7. tickets: on the door, or see website for Zoom details web: https://theartssociety.org./hambleton

Tue 4 Apr 2023

A Pen Dipped in Poison, Thirsk Garden Centre, Blakey Lane, Thirsk YO7 3AB. Cosy crime set around Thirsk! J M Hall, the author of the book, will give a talk, answer questions and sign copies (in conjunction with White Rose Books). 3pm. Free.

Tue 4 Apr 2023

Spring into Spring, Thirsk Market Place. Only Tue. North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service Pipe Band invite you to their Spring public performance between 6pm & 8pm. 6pm-8pm. Free.

Tue 4 Apr 2023

Easter Family Day, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. The flat is back at Thirsk, come and join us for our Season Opener! Falling in the Easter Holidays, expect everything Easter themed for the children and lots of entertainment for all ages, including face painting and balloon modelling, plus live music from Georgia Grace. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. £14, with senior, family and premium tickets available. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Fri 31 Mar 2023 to
 Thu 6 Apr 2023

What's Love, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. What’s Love Got to Do with It? (12A). A cross-cultural romantic comedy. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. Matinée Wed 2.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Tue 4 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 6 Apr 2023

Puss in Boots, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Only Thu Sat Sun. Film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (U). Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burned through eight of his nine lives, leaving him with only one life left. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. Tue 11am, Wed 2.30pm, Thu 5.30pm. £6, £5 child & concessions. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 6 Apr 2023

Floral demonstration: 'All That Jazz', Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Sowerby Flower Club. Floral demonstration by Judy Watker of Leeds. Tea & biscuits included. 2pm. Visitors very welcome - £5.

Thu 6 Apr 2023

Daffodils & Tea, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PS. Join Faith Douglas, Thorp Perrow Curator, as she shares her passion for the season on a walk & talk around the Arboretum. Faith will show you the best of the daffodil collection & share some fascinating facts & care tips along the way. Afterwards you will enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea & a glass of champagne, all served in Thorp Perrow's Summerhouse overlooking the beautiful grounds. 2pm - 5pm. £60. tel: 01677 425323 tickets: See website for full details. web: https://www.thorpperrow.com

Fri 7 Apr 2023

Middleham Stables Open Day, Middleham, Leyburn: parking DL8 4PP or DL8 5SG. A unique chance to look behind-the-scenes in Middleham stables, 8 racing yards will be open. There will be a shuttle bus service running from each car park to each yard location throughout the morning. 9am-4pm. tickets: Book online

Fri 7 Apr 2023

The Full Length Swim Illustrated Talk by Jasmine Harrison, Thirsk Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. A talk by Jasmine Harrison about her world record breaking swim last year. Bar & refreshments available. 7pm for 7.30 start. £5. tickets: From White Rose Books & Sweet Treats at 59.

Sat 8 Apr 2023

Artisan Market, Easingwold. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-2pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Sat 8 Apr 2023 to
 Sun 9 Apr 2023

Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Only Thu Sat Sun. Film. A unique retelling of the much loved fairytale ‘Goldilocks and the Three Bears’ cram packed with amazing circus acts, hilarious comedy and the most adorable three bears in the whole of story book land!. Sat 1pm & 4pm, Sun 2pm. £6, £5 child & concessions. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 9 Apr 2023

Flower Power Fair, Newburgh Priory, Coxwold YO61 4AS. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £5.00 admission to the Gardens and Plant Fair. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Mon 10 Apr 2023

The Dragon Egg Quest, Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park, Grewelthorpe, Ripon HG4 3DA. Rumours are circulating that a dragon has hidden its eggs somewhere in the Himalayan Garden. Join interactive storyteller Dragonella to look for hidden signs of magic as you adventure through the garden on a quest to find the eggs and keep them safe. (booking essential). Noon - 2pm. £10 per child (includes admission.). tel: 01765 658009 web: https://himalayangarden.com/whats-on

Mon 10 Apr 2023

Darby & Joan Coffee Morning, Meadowfields, Chapel Street, Thirsk, YO7. Coffee morning, tombola, raffle, cake stall, teas and coffees. 10am - 11.30am.

Mon 10 Apr 2023

Sausage & Cider Easter Day, Ryedale Vineyards, Farfield Farm, Westow, York YO60 7LS. A Sausage & Cider Easter Open Day with 'Find The Bunny' prizes. Free events, no booking necessary 12pm - 4pm Easter Monday. Wander the vineyard to blow the cobwebs away and enjoy our special apple and cider sausages. 12pm - 4pm. 0. tel: 01653658035 email: ryedalevineyards@gmail.com web: http://www.ryedalevineyards.co.uk

Wed 5 Apr 2023 to
 Tue 11 Apr 2023

Holy Week & Easter Retreat, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. With Revd. Elizabeth Baxter & the Community. tel: 01845522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk web: http://www.holyroodhouse.org.uk

Tue 11 Apr 2023

Rude Mechanicals, Sacred Heart Church Hall, 41 Thirsk Road, Northallerton, DL6 1PJ (rear hall). Northallerton & District Local History Society presentation: 'Musketeers in the English Civil War' with Chris Tapster. 7pm. Non members £3. (free for those in full-time education). tel: 07566 770625 tickets: 07566770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://www.northyorkshistory.co.uk

Tue 11 Apr 2023

Thirsk U3A - Speaker, St. Oswald's Parochial Hall, Sowerby, Thirsk. Family Life in China
Speaker - Sarah Maude. 10am. web: http://u3asites.org.uk/thirsk

Wed 12 Apr 2023

Unbelievable Science, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. After a decade of magic shows delighting young and old alike, Morgan & West are one of the most recognisable conjuring acts on the UK touring circuit. In 2023 they are heading back out on tour and are ready to bring half-term fun to venues across the country! They present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in a fun for all the family science extravaganza!. 2pm. £12, child £10. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 12 Apr 2023

Royal Opera House: Cinderella, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Royal Ballet Founder Choreographer Frederick Ashton’s Cinderella celebrates its 75th anniversary this Season. The ballet’s opening night in 1948, featuring Moira Shearer and Michael Somes in the lead roles, was received rapturously. After over a decade away from the Royal Opera House stage, Ashton’s timeless reworking of Charles Perrault’s famous rags-to-riches story returns, showcasing the choreographer’s deft musicality and the beauty of Prokofiev’s transcendent score. 7.15pm. £16, child £10, seniors £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 4 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 13 Apr 2023

An Eggciting Day Out, Ripon Workhouse Museum & Garden, Allhallogate, Ripon, HG4 1LE. Only Tue Wed Thu. We'll be decorating blown hens' eggs & baking hot-cross buns in our traditional Victorian Kitchen. Our Easter activities will hop into action on Tuesdays & Thursdays during the Easter Holiday. We will also have an Easter Egg trail running all week with a quiz sheet & prizes. 12pm - 3pm. web: http://www.riponmuseums.co.uk

Fri 7 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 13 Apr 2023

Allelujah (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. The story of a geriatric ward in a small Yorkshire hospital threatened with closure. Stars: Jennifer Saunders, Judi Dench, David Bradley, Jesse Akele, Louis Ashbourne Serkis, Lorraine Ashbourne, Derek Jacobi Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. Matinée Wed 2.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Thu 13 Apr 2023

Vacation Chamber Orchestra, St John's Church, Sharow HG4 5BJ. Family friendly programme of attractive music. 7.30pm. £0 - £12.50. tickets: 07974698264 web: http://www.vaco.org.uk

Thu 13 Apr 2023

Pop Divas Live!, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. the UK’s number one pop concert experience featuring tributes to all your favourite female pop stars on the same stage for the first time ever!
The UK’s number one girl band, Little Mix kick off the show, alongside Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, JoJo Siwa and many more for 2 hours of non-stop hits. 6pm. £16. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 14 Apr 2023

The London Swing Orchestra, Romanby Golf & Country Club. Romanby Jazz & Swing Cabaret Club. 7pm for 7.30 start. £26. Supper included. tel: 01609 778855

Fri 14 Apr 2023

Rhys James: Split Milk (16+), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Rhys James is right back where he belongs: on tour around the country, with a markedly different schedule to Chelsea's fixture list to prove he is not the footballer. One of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide. 8pm. £16. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 1 Apr 2023 to
 Sun 16 Apr 2023

Easter at Castle Howard, Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA. Enjoy a fantastic day out this Easter at Castle Howard! Discover a trail of Wildlife Willow Sculptures, join a York Cocoa House chocolate workshop, burn off steam at Skelf Island Adventure Playground, and enjoy a trail of semi-precious eggs and a beautifully decorated Easter tree inside the House.

Sat 1 Apr 2023 to
 Sun 16 Apr 2023

Flying Scotsman, National Railway Museum, York. See stunning Flying Scotsman up close in North Shed alongside stories that have made it the most famous steam locomotive in the world and a brand-new Virtual Reality immersive experience. Flying Scotsman will be on display in our updated Flying Scotsman Story exhibition, with the engine and tender separated to allow access onto the footplate for everyone. Free. tickets: book in advance to avoid disappointment. web: https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk

Tue 4 Apr 2023 to
 Sun 16 Apr 2023

Easter Activities at Himalayan Garden, Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park, Grewelthorpe, Ripon HG4 3DA. Daily: Tree Fairies Code Cracking - can you crack the Tree Fairies Code? 10am - 3pm.
Wednesdays 6th & 12th & Thursdays 7th & 13th April: Muddy Monsters Tree Sculpting - get sculpting your own muddy tree monster with clay from the Garden. 10am - 3pm.
Weekends 8th & 9th and 15th & 16th April: Bug Mansion Building. Drop in & join the Garden Ranger building a Bug Mansion - a new home for the insects in the garden. 10am - 12noon.

Sat 1 Apr 2023 to
 Mon 17 Apr 2023

Easter with the animals, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Easter at Monk Park Farm will include a Giant Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny storytelling, and themed arts and crafts. There'll be the chance to meet the new baby lambs, kids, cria, piglets, calves, guinea pigs and bunnies, and to bottle feed the newborn Valais Blacknose lambs. There will also be a Vintage Engine and Tractor Display on Easter Sunday.
Also on offer at the 84 acre farm are • Over 100 animals including rare breeds • Large play park and sandpit • Giant air bouncers • Woodland walk • Mini train ride • Electric go karts • Barrel ride • Accessible paths and viewing stations • Extended petting barn • Revamped pond and play area • Animal information boards and audio descriptions • Huge indoor marquee • Hungry Monk Café. 10am to 5pm. £9.95 adult, £8.95 child includes farm admission, Easter activities and Vintage Engine Display. tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online - soon sells out web: https://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk/easter

Fri 7 Apr 2023 to
 Mon 17 Apr 2023

Missing Bird Eggs Trail, Sutton Bank National Park Centre, Thirsk YO7 2EX. The birds and their eggs have got jumbled up. Use your map of the grounds to match them back up and to spell out the secret code word to claim your prize.
Drop-in no booking required, please check visitor centre opening hours. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs welcome on a short lead, wheelchair accessible. 10.30am – 3pm. £3 per child. tel: 01845 597426 web: https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/suttonbank

Fri 31 Mar 2023 to
 Wed 19 Apr 2023

Buckets of Fun, Kiplin Hall, Richmond DL10 6AT. Not Thu. 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. Filled with games and ideas to help you and your family enjoy your time at Kiplin. The contents have been designed to encourage children and adults to talk, play and work together. No extra charge. 10am-5pm. £12.50, child £6.50, family (1+2) £19.50, family (2+3) £32. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: Book online or on the door email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Fri 14 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 20 Apr 2023

Film: 65 (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. An astronaut crash lands on a mysterious planet only to discover he’s not alone. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Up to
 Fri 28 Apr 2023

Rehearsals for Coronation Concert, St Mary's Church. Only Fri. Weekly Friday night rehearsals for the Concert on 30th April. Interested singers can turn up for as many rehearsals as they feel are necessary depending on their singing experience but attendance at the orchestra rehearsal on Sunday 23rd April at 2pm and the rehearsal with organ on Friday 28th at 7.30pm are essential. 7.30pm. free. email: matthewpiano80@yahoo.com

Up to
 Mon 1 May 2023

Squaring the Circle, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent YO11 2PW. The Royal Photographic Society Exhibition. Entry £3 Annual Pass/ Under 18's Free. tel: 01723 347753

Up to
 Thu 25 May 2023

Prime Time, Thirsk & Sowerby Leisure Centre, Chapel St., Thirsk YO7 1LU. Only Thu. A new PT class at the Leisure Centre a social sports group open to anyone. Sessions have a focus on Boccia & Kurling activities & provide a social opportunity for participation. For further information contact Joe McKechnie, Inclusive Sports Officer.
Booking essential. 10am -11am Thursdays. Trial price £4. tel: 01609 767261

Up to
 Fri 9 Jun 2023

Coffee and cake, Hambleton Grange Residential Care Home Station Road. Only Fri. Drop in for a hot drink and a cake and a chat find out what we do. Open to public. Every second Friday monthly starting on 10th March 2023. 10:30am - 12:00pm. No charge. tel: 01845573773 email: elaine.snowden@idealcarehomes.co.uk

Fri 14 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 20 Apr 2023

Film: 65 (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. An astronaut crash lands on a mysterious planet only to discover he’s not alone. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 14 Apr 2023

The London Swing Orchestra, Romanby Golf & Country Club. Romanby Jazz & Swing Cabaret Club. 7pm for 7.30 start. £26. Supper included. tel: 01609 778855

Fri 14 Apr 2023

Rhys James: Split Milk (16+), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Rhys James is right back where he belongs: on tour around the country, with a markedly different schedule to Chelsea's fixture list to prove he is not the footballer. One of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide. 8pm. £16. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 15 Apr 2023

Dreamcoat Stars, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Featuring stars from the hit production 'Joseph & the Technicolour Dreamcoat.' Experience powerful star vocals in a musical evening of West End & Broadway classics. Journey into a colourful production featuring vibrant & energetic songs from the most loved shows: Joseph, Jesus Christ Superstar, SIX, Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, Mama Mia, We Will Rock You, Jersey Boys, Les Miserables, Moulin Rouge & more. Draw back the curtains, sing along & relive all your favourite musicals in one epic show. 7.30pm. £25. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 16 Apr 2023

De Mowbray's Musicke Folk Group, Gallery One, Thirsk Hall, YO7 1PL. A De Mowbray's Musicke Concert Series presentation. Peter Barnard & Kate Billmore - as Norman Invasion - return to The Gallery to play a set of folk tunes & songs, And maybe get you dancing. They performed at the Hall last August to great acclaim, & we are really looking forward to hearing them again. Expect to hear the sounds of melodeons, clarinets, concertinas & bagpipes. 60 minute performance. 3pm. £10. Under16s - £6. tickets: website or on door. email: office@benjaminellin.com web: http://www.thirskhall.com

Sun 16 Apr 2023

An Audience with Steve Redgrave, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Arguably the greatest Olympian athlete to have ever competed. Steve is a 5 Times Olympic gold Medallist in five successive Games – Los Angeles, Seoul, Barcelona, Atlanta and Sydney. 8pm. £25. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 16 Apr 2023

Peter Wright's Tractor Run, Thirsk Market Place and Thirsk Auction Mart. Feast your eyes on some fine vintage tractors led by Peter Wright, one of the stars of Ch5’s The Yorkshire Vet. The tractors will be descending on Thirsk centre as part of their route, from Carlton Husthwaite to Thirsk Auction Mart.
Donations in aid of Herriot Hospice@The Lambert. 11am-12.15.

Sun 16 Apr 2023

Thirsk Yarnbombers, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Put up Coronation of Charles display.

Sun 16 Apr 2023

Artisan Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-3pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Wed 19 Apr 2023

Sophie Duker: Hag, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The sexy baby from Taskmaster is all grown up. Back in 2019 she was a Babybel – round, sweet, pure. Now she's vintage cheddar – extra mature and hiding in your fridge. As seen on Live At The Apollo and literally everywhere else. Hag is her new stand-up show. Deal with it. Best Newcomer Nominee, 2019. 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

Thu 20 Apr 2023

National Theatre Live: Good (15), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. David Tennant (Doctor Who) makes a much-anticipated return to the West End in a blistering reimagining of one of Britain’s most powerful, political plays. As the world faces its Second World War, John Halder, a good, intelligent German professor, finds himself pulled into a movement with unthinkable consequences. 7pm. £15, child £10, seniors & students £12.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 21 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 27 Apr 2023

Shazam! Fury of the Gods, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (12A). Continuing the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 21 Apr 2023

Soul Train, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Soul Train will soon steam into Northallerton and on board will be a fine feast of soulful gems. Harking back to the wonderful days when the dance floor was king, performers deliver a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. From early soul days of Tamla Motown, Stax and Atlantic records through to disco and beyond as the show brings on the good times. 7.30pm. £22. tel: 01609 776230 email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 22 Apr 2023

St Cecilia Orchestra, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. Spring Romantic Extravaganza!. 7.30pm. £0 - £20. tel: 01423781513 web: http://www.st-cecilia.org.uk

Sat 22 Apr 2023

World Earth Day, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. There will be stalls run by local and national charities pioneering environmental causes, workshops, a Repair Shop, a choir and many other activities. Refreshments available.
The day sees a change of venue for the Repair Café. Get your broken item repaired. Learn how things are made. Meet and socialise over a cup of tea or coffee. Bring Clothes; Furniture; Small Appliances; Toys; Computers; Phones etc. - including sharpening of knives and tools. 10am-1pm. email: thirskearthday2023@gmail.com

Sat 22 Apr 2023

Vickers.Bet Race Day, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Saturday afternoon racing, sponsored by Vickers.Bet with live music from The Black Marcs. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. £16, with senior, family and premium tickets available. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sat 22 Apr 2023

The Flying Oysters, Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall, Thirsk YO7 3RJ. The North East's best rock and pop band. £12 including a sausage and mash supper. tel: 07785 223707 tickets: Topcliffe Post Office or ring

Mon 24 Apr 2023

Cricket for children, Carr Lane, Rainton, Thirsk YO7 3PS. Rainton Cricket Club is looking out for young boys and girls, from school year 2 upwards, to join the club. There'll be outdoor practice for year 2s to year 8s each Monday evening starting Monday 24 April. Coaching will be taken by qualified and DBS checked trainers. Please email for details. 6pm. email: petekeighleycricketcoaching@gmail.com

Tue 25 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 27 Apr 2023

Botanical Illustrations Workshop, The Hutts, Hutts Lane, Grewelthorpe, Ripon, HG4 3DA. Join award winning illustrator Bridget Gillespie at the Himalayan Gardens on this 3-day workshop. You will get individual tuition covering drawing, composition and watercolour techniques. Suitable for complete beginners to intermediate painters. Materials are not included. 10am - 4pm. £200. tel: 017650658009 tickets: Email garden email: info@Himalayangarden.com web: https://www.himalayangarden.com

Wed 26 Apr 2023

Jim Wright's Rhythm De-Luxe, Romanby Golf & Country Club. Romanby Jazz & Swing Cabaret Club. £15 Lunch is included. tel: 01609 778855

Thu 27 Apr 2023

Spring Quiet Garden Day, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. tel: 01845522580 tickets: 01845522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk web: http://www.holyroodhouse.org.uk

Thu 27 Apr 2023 to
 Mon 1 May 2023

Northallerton May Fun 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/northallerton-may-fun-fair-736133499897063

Thu 27 Apr 2023 to
 Sat 29 Apr 2023

Disney Magic, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. A real salute to the wonders of Disney. Although in 'medley' form Northallerton Musical Theatre Company are covering all Disney's well loved films and stage shows - "Lion King", "Aladdin", "Jungle Book", "Encanto", "Mary Poppins, "Little Mermaid" - to mention just some!
Although the Company are not allowed to wear Disney type costumes for the show they promise it will still look good. The Company are joined by their talented team of juniors who will bring their own magic to the production. 7.30pm. £16, child £14. tel: 01609 776230 email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 27 Apr 2023

Topcliffe art class, Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall, Thirsk YO7 3RJ. Escape to the Sea - paint a seascape in oils. For artists of every level of experience...or none! Expert guidance is offered throughout the sessions. Equipment and paint provided. Refreshments included. 10.30am-1pm. £25-£28. tickets: Book online web: https://rebeccajayneartist.co.uk

Fri 28 Apr 2023 to
 Thu 4 May 2023

Dungeons & Dragons, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (12A). A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers embark on an epic quest to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 28 Apr 2023 to
 Sun 30 Apr 2023

Whitby Goth Weekend, Whitby (park & ride YO21 1TL). email: info@whitbygothweekend.co.uk web: https://www.whitbygothweekend.co.uk

Sun 30 Apr 2023

Coronation Concert, St Mary's Church, Thirsk. Concert to celebrate King Charles III coronation by the Thirsk Coronation Choir (created specially for the occasion), Matthew Atherton, organist and the Strings Attached Orchestra conducted by Trevor Wilson performing Zadok the Priest, Handel, I was Glad, Parry, Crown Imperial March, Walton, Old One Hundredth Hymn Tune, Vaughan Williams and O Lord grant the King a long life, Atherton. (People interested in joining the choir see entry above for rehearsals starting Friday 10th February.). 3.30pm. Free admission, no tickets required.

Sun 30 Apr 2023

Simon Brodkin - Screwed Up, The Forum, Northallerton. Fresh from his sold out, critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe run & becoming the most viewed comedian of all time on TikTok, the world famous prankster & Lee Nelson creator Simon Brodkin is back with an outrageous new stand-up show. 8pm. £22.50. tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 2 May 2023

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. Only Tue. Leisure cycling around the Hambleton lanes, with a café stop, at a pace to suit the weakest rider; each Tuesday from 10am until 2pm. New riders welcome on the first Tuesday of the month. Tel Jacqueline for more information. After three rides, ladies are requested to join Cycling UK. tel: 07531 093357 web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Tue 2 May 2023

How did he paint that?, Solberge Hall Hotel, Newby Wiske, DL7 9ER. Also on Zoom. The Arts Society, Hambleton. In this introduction to technical art history Sarah Cove explains how art historians use science and technology to identify a work's authenticity. 1.45pm-3.15pm. Members free, Visitors £7. tickets: on the door, or see website for Zoom details web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Thu 4 May 2023

ROH: The Marriage of Figaro, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Servants Figaro and Susanna are filled with excitement on their wedding day, but there’s a hitch: their employer, the Count Almaviva, has dishonourable intentions of his own towards the bride-to-be. With more twists than a page boy’s stockings, the story of Mozart’s comic opera will surprise and delight you at every turn. 6.45pm. £16, child £10, seniors £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 5 May 2023 to
 Thu 11 May 2023

Super Mario Bros: The Movie, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (12A). The story of The Super Mario Bros. on their journey through the Mushroom Kingdom. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. Matinée Sat & Sun 2.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 6 May 2023

Thirsk Hunt Cup, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Thirsk Hunt Cup Day is the most prolific race day in our calendar with first class racing! Watch top horses compete to be crowned Thirsk Hunt Cup Winner 2023. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sun 7 May 2023

Coronation Big Lunch, Sowerby Parochial Hall field, Front St Sowerby YO7 1JL. Part of the national Coronation Big Lunch; bring food; free tea, coffee and soft drinks on site;. noon - 4pm. free. tickets: n/a

Sun 7 May 2023

Thirsk Farmers' Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Unlike other markets all our stallholders are local independent businesses who grow, rear or produce the food or drink on their stall. They're passionate about what they do and it shows. 9am to 2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Mon 8 May 2023

Flower Power Fair, Hutton Wandesley Private Garden, Wetherby YO26 7LL. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £5.00 admission to the Gardens and Plant Fair. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Tue 9 May 2023

'Captain Cook: the Greatest Yorkshireman?, Sacred Heart Church Hall, 41 Thirsk Road, Northallerton, DL6 1PJ (rear hall). Northallerton & District Local History Society presentation by Gordon Hetherington. 7.00pm. Non members £3. (free for those in full-time education). tel: 07566 770625 tickets: 07566770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://www.northyorkshistory.co.uk

Tue 9 May 2023

Thirsk U3A - Speaker, St. Oswald's Parochial Hall, Sowerby, Thirsk. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Born a poor black tobacco farmer, her cancer cells – taken without her knowledge – became a multimillion-dollar industry. Speaker - Andy Wilson. 10am. web: https://u3asites.org.uk/thirsk

Thu 11 May 2023

Evening Racing, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Evening Racing in support of The ABF British Legions Charity. Gates open 3.30pm, first race 4.50pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Thu 11 May 2023

An exciting new Book Launch, White Rose Book Cafe, 79-81 Market Place, Thirsk. YO7 1ET. 'The Tales & Tails of a Yorkshire Vet', Peter Wright's new book. You are invited to join us for an evening at the bookshop where well known vet & author Peter will be introducing his new book The evening includes complimentary refreshments & a book signing. Booking is essential so pick up your free ticket in store now, or telephone to reserve your free ticket & pre-order the new book. 7pm (doors open at 6,30pm). tel: 01845 524353 email: caroline@whiterosebooks.co.uk

Fri 12 May 2023

London Film Music Orchestra, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and John William's most iconic music with a live orchestra in a moon-lit setting. Experience cinema's most iconic music performed by the amazing London Film Music Orchestra!
Hear the mesmerising music of the most iconic movie moments from E.T, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Artificial Intelligence, A Prayer for Peace, Pearl Harbour, Gladiator, Superman Returns, Sayuri's Theme, The Dark Knight, Batman V Superman, Man of Steel & Pirates of the Caribbean!. 7pm & 9.30pm (two performances). £23.16+. web: https://www.riponcathedral.org.uk/mec-category/concert

Fri 12 May 2023 to
 Thu 18 May 2023

Renfield (15), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Dracula’s henchman and inmate at the lunatic asylum. Sunday evening subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 all tickets. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: On door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 12 May 2023 to
 Sun 14 May 2023

What's Love, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Only Thu Sat Sun. Film: What's Love Got To Do With It? (12A). Two childhood friends now in their thirties must decide whether to follow their heads or their hearts once the man decides to follow his parents' advice and enter into an arranged marriage in Pakistan. Fri 7.30pm, Sat & Sun 2.30pm. £6, £5 child & concessions. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 13 May 2023

Artisan Market, Easingwold. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-2pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Sun 14 May 2023

Thirsk Hall Open Gardens, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with tea & cake and shop for rare plants. web: https://thirskhall.com

Sun 14 May 2023

Flower Power Fair, Wynyard Hall, Billingham TS22 5NF. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £9, seniors £6, child £6, under 3 free. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Thu 18 May 2023

NTL: Best of Enemies (15), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. David Harewood (Homeland) and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek) play feuding political rivals in James Graham’s (Sherwood) multiple award-winning new drama. In 1968 America, as two men fight to become the next president, all eyes are on the battle between two others: the cunningly conservative William F. Buckley Jr., and the unruly liberal Gore Vidal. 7pm. £15, child £10, seniors & students £12.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 19 May 2023

Dominic Halpin &the Honey Bees, Romanby Golf & Country Club. Romanby Jazz & Swing Cabaret Club. 7.00pm for 7.30 start. £25. Supper is included. tel: 01609 778855

Fri 19 May 2023 to
 Sun 21 May 2023

Alan Bennett film: Allelujah (12A), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Set in a geriatric ward within a small hospital, when news of its closure begins to reach the community, the hospital invites a local news crew to document their planning of a concert in honour of the hospital's most celebrated nurse. But there might be something more threatening to the hospital itself, more deadly than the politicians ready to shut down the place at a moment's notice. Fri & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 7.30pm. £6, £5 child & concessions. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 19 May 2023 to
 Sun 21 May 2023

Fully Charged LIVE North 2023, Yorkshire Event Centre, Yorkshire Showground, HG2 8NZ. The World’s number one Electric Vehicle and Clean Energy Show, is coming to the North of England for the first time. 9.30am to 5.00pm. £18-£36 (3-day pass). web: https://fullycharged.show

Sat 20 May 2023 to
 Sun 21 May 2023

Filey Sailing Regatta, Filey YO14 9EW. First race 1pm. tel: 01723 512529 email: fileysc@gmail.com web: https://www.fileysc.org.uk

Sat 20 May 2023 to
 Sun 21 May 2023

Game and Country Fair, Scampston Hall, Malton YO17 8NG. Game and Country Fair & UK Tractor Show. 9am-5pm. £10 until 11 May, also concessions & family tickets. Free parking. More on the day. tel: 01751 200839  tickets: Online or at gate email: info@outdoorshows.co.uk web: https://outdoorshows.co.uk/yorkshire-game-and-country-fair

Sat 20 May 2023

Easingwold Singers Spring Concert, St John & All Saints Church, Easingwold. It is the Singers' 120th Anniversary and by popular demand the main feature is the Faure Requiem plus opera choruses conducted by Edward Venn with Jonty Ward Bass Baritone soloist from York Minster. tbc. £10. tel: 07821 429022 tickets: Williamsons Est. Agents, E'wold, White Rose Books, Thirsk, choir m'bers or door web: http://www.easingwold-singers.com

Sat 20 May 2023

Qween UK, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The premier UK Queen tribute band consisting of four experienced and professionally seasoned musician, with a shared passion to produce and successfully deliver live, the definitive “Queen live experience” on stage to a very high standard. 7.30pm. £20. 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 May 2023

Irish Day, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Irish Day! Come dressed in your favourite Irish themed outfits and enjoy a fun packed day. Live music from the Emerald Thieves. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sun 21 May 2023

Flower Power Fair, Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, Thirsk YO7 4ET. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £5.00 admission to the Gardens and Plant Fair. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Sun 21 May 2023

Artisan Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-3pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Wed 24 May 2023

Thirsk Probus Club for Ladies, Rural Arts, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. A Royal Event - share your Coronation memories and see memorabilia of 1953. Red, white and blue raffle. Red, white and blue dress optional! Tea, coffee and scones provided. All welcome. 10.15-11.30am.

Wed 24 May 2023

Francis Rossi: Tunes and Chat, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Status Quo legend Francis Rossi is taking up his acoustic guitar to bring you a selection of well-known hits and some previously not-performed-live-before tunes. It’ll be a unique evening in which Francis will reprise fan favourites from a remarkable 50+ year career. 7.30pm. £30. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 24 May 2023

Rhododendron Experience, The Hutts, Hutts Lane, Grewelthorpe, Ripon, HG4 3DA. Enjoy a tour of the Himalayan Gardens, a talk and afternoon tea and get top tips on how to care for Rhododendrons and the secrets behind the success and challenges of growing our National Collection. Bring a soil sample from your garden and we will test it for its suitability for growing Rhododendrons. 1pm - 4pm. £30. tel: 017650658009 tickets: Email garden email: info@Himalayangarden.com web: https://www.himalayangarden.com

Thu 25 May 2023

Thirsk Ladies Club, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Annexe, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. "Strange and Ghostly Tales of the Treasurer's House in York". An illustrated and entertaining talk given by the returning NT volunteer speaker, Glennis Whyte. This will be followed by an outing for club members to the Treasurer's House at a later date. 7.30pm. Free for members, visitors £3. tel: 01845 522819 - Janet

Sat 27 May 2023 to
 Sat 10 Jun 2023

Swaledale Festival, Richmond, Leyburn, Arkengarthdale, Grinton, Reeth etc. Music, Arts & Walking in the Yorkshire Dales. As well as concerts by fantastic local choirs, bands and soloists, there are poetry walks in the landscape with poet Mary-Jane Holmes, puppetry for children and families with Lempen Puppet Theatre, a talk on the Northern Dales night skies, late-night moon-gazing on Reeth Green and comedy, film screenings and exhibitions by local artists. . tickets: Book online web: https://www.swalefest.org

Sat 27 May 2023 to
 Sun 28 May 2023

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

Sun 28 May 2023 to
 Mon 29 May 2023

Husthwaite Open Gardens, Husthwaite YO61 4PY. Only 20 minutes from Thirsk, an interesting and varied collection of about 12 gardens will be open in North Yorkshire's Orchard Village, from small back gardens to several acres. The 12th century village church will also be open. Lunches and afternoon teas in the village hall. Sorry, no dogs please in the gardens. 11am-5pm. £5.00 adults, accompanied children free. tel: 01347 868398 tickets: Tickets on sale at pay points in the village. email: hillcrestwells@btinternet.com

Sun 28 May 2023

ROH: The Sleeping Beauty (12A), The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The Sleeping Beauty holds a very special place in The Royal Ballet’s heart and history. It was the first performance given by the Company when the Royal Opera House reopened at Covent Garden in 1946 after World War II. In 2006, this original staging was revived and has been delighting audiences ever since. 2pm. £16, child £10, seniors £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 31 May 2023

Alligator Gumbo, Romanby Golf & Country Club. Romanby Jazz & Swing Cabaret Club. £15 Lunch is included. tel: 01609 778855

Sat 3 Jun 2023 to
 Sun 4 Jun 2023

Topcliffe History Weekend, St Columba's Church, Topcliffe, Thirsk YO7 3RU. There's a very special event planned in June to mark St Columba's Day and to celebrate the history of Topcliffe and the role of the church over the centuries. The Church is organising a Village History Weekend and this year it will explore how events of the 17th century affected the people of Topcliffe. This includes a visit from members a re-enactment group specialising in recreating the battles and lifestyles of the English Civil War. web: https://tinyurl.com/topcliffehistory

Sun 4 Jun 2023

Thirsk Farmers' Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Unlike other markets all our stallholders are local independent businesses who grow, rear or produce the food or drink on their stall. They're passionate about what they do and it shows. 9am to 2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Mon 5 Jun 2023

Afternoon Racing, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Tue 6 Jun 2023 to
 Sun 11 Jun 2023

Bramham International Horse Trials, Bramham Park, Bramham, Wetherby LS23 6ND. 7am-6pm. £15 to £30 plus £5 parking. tel: 01937 846005  tickets: Online or at gate email: horsetrials@bramhampark.co.uk web: https://bramham-horse.co.uk

Tue 6 Jun 2023

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. Only Tue. Leisure cycling around the Hambleton lanes, with a café stop, at a pace to suit the weakest rider; each Tuesday from 10am until 2pm. New riders welcome on the first Tuesday of the month. Tel Jacqueline for more information. After three rides, ladies are requested to join Cycling UK. tel: 07531 093357 web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Tue 6 Jun 2023

A History of Japanese Woodcut, Solberge Hall Hotel, Newby Wiske, DL7 9ER. Also on Zoom. The Arts Society, Hambleton. Carol Wilhide Justin gives an historical overview of the dominant, popular Japanese art form between the 17th and 19th centuries. 1.45-3.15pm. members free, Visitors £7. tickets: on the door or see website for Zoom information web: https://theartssociety.org./hambleton

Fri 9 Jun 2023

Afternoon Racing, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Afternoon Racing with live music from The Flat Cap Brass Band. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sat 10 Jun 2023

Artisan Market, Easingwold. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-2pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Sat 10 Jun 2023 to
 Sun 11 Jun 2023

Tractor Fest, Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AJ. 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. £56 family, £18 adult, £15 child, under 4s free. tel: 01423 322583 tickets: Online web: https://bookings.newbyhall.com

Sun 11 Jun 2023

Alne Street Fayre, Alne, York YO61 1RY. Noon-4.30pm. free. email: alnestreetfayre@btinternet.com web: https://www.alnestreetfayre.co.uk

Sun 11 Jun 2023

Flower Power Fair, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £5.00 admission to the Gardens and Plant Fair. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Tue 13 Jun 2023

'The City Walls of York.', Sacred Heart Church Hall, 41 Thirsk Road, Northallerton, DL6 1PJ (rear hall). A Northallerton & District Local History Society presentation by William Thackray. 7.00pm. Non members £3. (free for those in full-time education). tel: 07566 770625 tickets: 07566770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://www.northyorkshistory.co.uk

Tue 13 Jun 2023

Thirsk U3A - Speaker, St. Oswald's Parochial Hall, Sowerby, Thirsk. Staying at the Real Marigold Hotel
Speaker - Maggie Poppa. 10am. web: http://u3asites.org.uk/thirsk

Sat 17 Jun 2023

CAV & PAG, Huddersfield Town Hall. Opera: Cavalleria Rusticana (Mascagni) & Pagliacci (Leoncavallo). Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra. 7pm. £10.50 - £19.50. Students £5.50. tel: SPO: 01484 850488 tickets: tickets.kirklees.gov.uk (incurs a 10% booking fee).

Sun 18 Jun 2023

Artisan Market, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-3pm. web: https://www.littlebirdmade.com

Tue 20 Jun 2023

Afternoon Racing & Ascot, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Afternoon Racing featuring Royal Ascot Coverage. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: Book online web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sun 25 Jun 2023

Matthew Chadbond - Violin, Gallery One, Thirsk Hall, YO71PL. De Mowbray Music's Sunday Concert Series presents Matthew Chadbond - violin. Matthew performs a multitude of genres of music with professional orchestras & ensembles across the country. He is the leader of the Northern Film Orchestra, an orchestra that specialises in recording music for Film & TV, and is also leader of the Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra. Programme to include Fantasia No. 9 for Solo Violin (Telemann), Three States at Play (Ellin), Tango Etudes (Piazzola). 60minute performance. 3pm. £10. Under 16s £6. tickets: www.thirskhall.com or on door. email: office@benjaminellin.com web: http://www.demowbraymusic.com

Sun 25 Jun 2023

Malton Show, Scampston Park, Malton YO17 8NG. 8am - 5.30pm. £12 adult, £8 OAP, £6 12-16s, under 12s free. tel: 01653 915103 (Thu only) email: office@maltonshow.org web: https://www.maltonshow.com

Sat 1 Jul 2023 to
 Sun 2 Jul 2023

Steam and vintage rally, Duncombe Park, Helmsley,YO62 5EB. tel: 07989 810104 email: gytecwebmaster@gmail.com web: https://gytec.weebly.com

Sun 2 Jul 2023

Flower Power Fair, Constable Burton Hall, Leyburn DL8 5LJ. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £6.00 (£5 on line). tickets: www.constableburton.com web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Sun 2 Jul 2023

Huby and Sutton Show, Sutton Park 8 miles north of York, YO61 1DP. 9am-5pm. £10 adult, under 16s free but must be with an adult, plus booking fee. tel: 07973 894909  email: vickicwaite@gmail.com web: https://www.hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk

Sun 2 Jul 2023

Thirsk Yarnbombers, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Put up 'FIFA Women's Football' display.

Tue 4 Jul 2023

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. Only Tue. Leisure cycling around the Hambleton lanes, with a café stop, at a pace to suit the weakest rider; each Tuesday from 10am until 2pm. New riders welcome on the first Tuesday of the month. Tel Jacqueline for more information. After three rides, ladies are requested to join Cycling UK. tel: 07531 093357 web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Fri 7 Jul 2023 to
 Sun 9 Jul 2023

Kilburn Feast, Kilburn, Thirsk YO61 4AG. Village Fete. free. email: admin@kilburnyorks.com web: https://www.kilburnyorks.com

Sat 8 Jul 2023

90s Silent Disco, Ripon Cathedral, HG4 1QS. You ask: "What is a silent disco?" It is an activity where people dance to music listened to on wireless headphones.
After Chester, Bradford, Ely and Coventry cathedrals Ripon will host a 90s Silent Disco. Expect some of the UK's best 90s DJs playing all your favourite tunes in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of the historic Ripon Cathedral. There will be a stocked bar on site for the entire duration of the event. Session 1: 6.30-9pm, Session 2: 9.30pm-midnight. From £26.58, 18+ only. tickets: Book early online web: https://facebook.com/incrediblesilentdiscos

Tue 11 Jul 2023 to
 Fri 14 Jul 2023

Great Yorkshire Show, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate HG2 8NZ. 8am-6pm. Adult £32, Child (5-18yrs) £13, Family (2+3) £80. tel: 01423 541222  tickets: Online or phone web: https://greatyorkshireshow.co.uk

Tue 11 Jul 2023

'The History of Gisborough Priory.', Sacred Heart Church Hall, 41 Thirsk Road, Northallerton, DL6 1PJ (rear hall). Northallerton & District Local History Society presentation by Christine Clarke. 7.00pm. Non members £3. (free for those in full-time education). tel: 07566 770625 tickets: 07566770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: http://www.northyorkshistory.co.uk

Tue 11 Jul 2023

Thirsk U3A - Speaker, St. Oswald's Parochial Hall, Sowerby, Thirsk. A Fair Kind of Life
Speaker - Valerie Moody. 10am. web: http://u3asites.org.uk/thirsk

Fri 14 Jul 2023

Outdoor Cinema - Dirty Dancing, Thirsk Racecourse Station Road Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1QL. An open air cinema experience screening Dirty Dancing. 19.00 - 23.30. Starting from £12. tel: 07790665935 tickets: https://www.cinemaoutdoor.co.uk/thirskoutdoorcinema email: info@openairfilm.co.uk web: https://www.cinemaoutdoor.co.uk/thirskoutdoorcinema

Sat 15 Jul 2023 to
 Sun 16 Jul 2023

Steam Engines & Fair Organs, Masham, Ripon HG4 4PB. Masham Steam Engine & Fair Organ Rally. Adult £11, Family (2+3) £23. email: hello@mashamsteamrally.com web: https://www.mashamsteamrally.com

Sat 15 Jul 2023

Picton Show, Picton, Yarm TS15 0AE. Sports, Gymkhana & Horticultural Show. 9am-4pm. email: pictonshow69@outlook.com web: https://pictonhorticulturalshow.weebly.com

Sun 16 Jul 2023

Historic Vehicle Rally, Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE. Vintage and classic cars - the North’s biggest one-day car show. 10am-4pm. Adult £18, Child £15, Family £56, under 4s free (gardens only, house has supplement). tel: 01423 322 583  email: info@newbyhall.com web: https://www.newbyhall.com

Sun 16 Jul 2023

Thirsk Yarnbombers, Thirsk Market Place YO7 1EY. Put up 'A Day at the Races' display.

Sun 16 Jul 2023

Flower Power Fair, Wynyard Hall, Billingham TS22 5NF. Flower Power Plant Fairs bring together the very best in Northern Growers and Nurseries. All the growers offer quality plants, grown in the UK, and usually propagated and nurtured by themselves. The fairs enable serious plant enthusiasts and keen gardeners to meet, share knowledge, learn from the experts and buy the latest in unusual, rare plants & shrubs as well as those key classic favourites. 11am-4pm. £9, seniors £6, child £6, under 3 free. web: https://www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Wed 19 Jul 2023

Driffield Show, Kelleythorpe, Driffield YO25 9DN. 9am-5pm. Adult £16 (includes up to 4 under 16s), carer free. tel: 01377 257494 tickets: Online only email: office@driffieldshowground.co.uk web: https://www.driffieldshowground.co.uk

Sat 22 Jul 2023 to
 Sun 23 Jul 2023

Dales Food & Drink Festival, Funkirk Farm, Skipton BD23 3AB. The Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival. 9am-7pm. Single day: Adult £15, Child £15, Family £68 (2+2 8-17yrs) +(booking fee and excludes some extra events)celebrity events). tel: 01756 796015  email: tickets@yorkshiredalesfoodanddrinkfestival.com web: https://www.yorkshiredalesfoodanddrinkfestival.com

Sat 22 Jul 2023

Hampsthwaite Feast & Show, Hampsthwaite HG3 2EU. email: feast@hampsthwaite.org.uk web: http://www.hampsthwaite.org.uk/hampsthwaitefeast

Sun 23 Jul 2023

Aldborough & Boroughbridge Agricultural Show, Newby Hall, Skelton on Ure, Ripon HG4 5AE. Baking, handicrafts, horticulture, children’s classes, flower arranging, photography and farm produce. Dog, cattle, sheep, horse and donkey classes. Tickets include entry into the gardens and legendary adventure playground. 10am-4pm. tel: 01423 322583 tickets: Book online or buy at gate email: bbridgeshowsec@gmail.com web: https://www.boroughbridgeshow.co.uk

Tue 25 Jul 2023

Ryedale Agricultural Show, Wellburn Park Nr Kirbymoorside YO62 7HG. Ryedale Agricultural Show. 8.30am-6pm. tel: 07984 939701  tickets: Online or card payment on the day email: info@ryedaleshow.co.uk web: https://www.ryedaleshow.co.uk

Fri 28 Jul 2023 to
 Mon 31 Jul 2023

Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park, Topcliffe, Thirsk YO7 3BZ. Music, Comedy, Shows, Science, Sport, Spoken word, Literary, Theatre, Workshops, Arts, Cinema, Food. "Deer Shed is the best family festival in the UK, Deer Shed is a place to make memories that you will cherish forever." Festivals For All. 10am Friday to Noon Monday. Adult: £189 full weekend. Child Free to £81. tickets: Book online email: info@deershedfestival.com web: https://www.deershedfestival.com

Sat 29 Jul 2023

Birstwith Show, Birstwith, Harrogate HG3 3AG. email: info@birstwithshow.com web: https://www.birstwithshow.com

Sat 29 Jul 2023

Borrowby Show, Hillside Rural Activities Park, Knayton, Thirsk YO7 4AX. Noon-6pm. tel: 07732 355911 email: info@borrowbyshow.org.uk web: https://borrowbyshow.co.uk

Sat 29 Jul 2023

St Wilfred's Procession, Ripon HG4 1BP. The procession as we know it today has brightly decorated floats driving round the city, generating a carnival atmosphere. A unique event that was traditionally held to mark the feast of St Wilfrid. The origins of the procession date back to 1108 when King Henry 1st granted a royal charter to the City Of Ripon to hold an annual fair. 1.30pm Studley Rd, 2.15pm Allhallowgate, 3.00pm Southgate, 4.05pm Market Place East, 4.30pm Ripon Cathedral service. email: hello@stwilfridsprocession.com web: https://stwilfridsprocession.com

Sun 30 Jul 2023

Weeton Show. A traditional, family-focused show, whether you want to compete or just have a fun day, The Weeton Showground, Weeton Lane, Weeton, Harrogate LS17 0AN. The Weeton Showground, Weeton Lane, Weeton, Harrogate. From 9am. tel: 07747 774428 email: secretary@weetonshow.co.uk web: https://www.weetonshow.co.uk

Sun 30 Jul 2023

Thirsk Model Railway Show, Thirsk Town Hall Westgate YO7 1QR. 18 model railway layouts, plus traders and demonstrators. Refreshments and tombola. Accompanied children admitted free of charge. All profits made at the show will be donated to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance (Registered Charity No. 1084305). 10am till 4pm. Adults £5.00; Concessions £5.00; Accompanied children free of charge. email: show@expo-thirsk.co.uk web: http://expo-thirsk.co.uk