Now until
 Sun 2 Mar 2025

Dark Skies Festival, Sutton Bank National Park Centre, Thirsk YO7 2EH. The Hub is not part of the main Sutton Bank visitor centre building, but located one hundred metres away with its own car park. It provides a warm indoor space with a purpose built viewing area alongside. The North York Moors National Park is an international dark sky reserve with low levels of light pollution. Wear sensible outdoor footwear and wrap up warm. We supply all the equipment, including binoculars. See website for event details. tickets: Book online web: https://visitthirsk.uk/darksky

Now until
 Sun 23 Feb 2025

Lambing Live, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Experience the magic of lambing at our Maternity Ewenit! Learn fascinating sheep facts, enjoy Live Farmer Talks, and maybe witness a live birth. Meet adorable lambs, cuddle bunnies and guinea pigs, and hand-feed our friendly barn animals for a fun-filled, unforgettable day on the farm. 10am-4.30pm. Fri to Mon term-time but every day in school holidays. Adult £9.95 Child £9.95 Under 1's £3 (Online Price). tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk

Now until
 Sun 23 Feb 2025

February Half Term Fun, Eden Camp, Malton YO17 6RT. The ex-World-War-II huts have been re-equipped to tell the story of The People’s War, the social history of life in Britain from 1939 to 1945. So many Museums simply display exhibits in cabinets and are dull affairs, but not Eden Camp. Realistic tableaux, with moving figures, authentic sounds and smells have been created to transport you back in time. 10am to 5pm daily, 4pm last entry. £17, Child (5-16) £14, Under 5s free. tel: 01653 697777 tickets: Book online or just come email: admin@edencamp.co.uk web: https://edencamp.co.uk

Now until
 Sat 22 Feb 2025

Shrek the Musical, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Dive into a world where love knows no boundaries, friendships are forged in the most unexpected places, and laughter is guaranteed! With catchy songs, quirky characters and a story that turns fairytales upside down, this show is a roaring good time for all ages. 7.30pm, also 2.00pm Sat. £15, Child (18 & under) £13. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 22 Feb 2025 until
 Sun 23 Feb 2025

Paddington in Peru (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Ben Whishaw and Olivia Colman. Paddington travels to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, an unexpected journey and thrilling adventure ensues through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru. 2.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 2 Mar 2025

Climbing & Mountaineering, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (12A) London Mountain Film Festival Showreel One. The world of climbing and mountaineering. From the Himalayas to remote Greenland epic adventures unfold with breathtaking scenery and inspirational tales. See londonmountainfestival.com for more information. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 9 Mar 2025

Snow Sports: ski/boarding, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (12A) London Mountain Film Festival Showreel Two. From snow rebels in Vail to what look like totally impossible lines in Scandinavia and more again in the incomparable beauty that is Antarctica. See londonmountainfestival.com for more information. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 15 Mar 2025 until
 Sun 16 Mar 2025

Bluey & Bingo, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Come and see them at intervals throughout the day. 10am-4.30pm (Fri to Mon term-time), every day in school holidays. Adult £14 Child £17 (Online Prices). tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk

Sat 15 Mar 2025 until
 Sun 16 Mar 2025

Dog Man (U), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born. Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve—and fetch, sit and roll over. As Dog Man embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief, he must stop the pretty evil plots of feline supervillain Petey the Cat. 2.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 16 Mar 2025

Two Wheels (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. London Mountain Film Festival Showreel Three. Cycling, mainly off road. Experience 90 minutes of two-wheeled adventures: Tour de France trails in Canada, UK coast-to-coast mountain biking with rail assistance, thought-provoking features, and an hour-long extreme biking showcase with 15 top freeriders conquering forests, deserts, cities, and alpine peaks. See londonmountainfestival.com for more information. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 22 Mar 2025 until
 Sun 30 Mar 2025

Sir Nigel Gresley at NYMR, NYMR Pickering station, YO18 7AJ. Not Wed. No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley is a renowned member of the LNER A4 Pacific class, designed by the celebrated railway engineer Sir Nigel Gresley and built in 1937. This special visit offers a rare opportunity to see it in action, steaming along one of the UK’s most scenic heritage lines. There are two services per day, each is a full return journey from Pickering Station to Grosmont and back, taking approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes in total. Depart Pickering at 10.30am and 1.30pm. £30 return, Child (0-15) £15. Annual pass not valid. tel: 01751 472508 tickets: Book online or phone email: info@nymr.co.uk web: https://www.nymr.co.uk/event/sir-nigel-gresley

Sat 29 Mar 2025 until
 Sun 30 Mar 2025

Mothers go free, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Enjoy Mothers Day at Monk Park Farm to say a huge thank you for all the amazing work you do. 10am-4.30pm (Fri to Mon term-time), every day in school holidays. Mum free, Adult £12, Child £12, under 1s £3 (Online Prices). tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk

Mon 31 Mar 2025

North Yorkshire Moors Railway, NYMR Pickering station, YO18 7AJ. The main 2025 season opens - visitors can experience the heritage and beauty of one of Britain’s most beloved railways.
Off-Peak (April–June & September–October): Services will operate on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Peak (Easter, July & August): Services will run seven days a week. tel: 01751 472508 email: info@nymr.co.uk web: https://nymr.co.uk

Sat 19 Apr 2025 until
 Sun 20 Apr 2025

Easter Living History Weekend, Eden Camp, Malton YO17 6RT. The unique atmosphere of the 1940s will be brought to life with reenactors, creating a vibrant atmosphere with displays, talks, and engaging activities.
Discover first-hand what life was like to be a soldier in the British and US Armies, as well as the intriguing perspective of German Prisoners of War. Engage in conversations with reenactors, explore authentic uniforms, and immerse yourself in the challenges faced by those who served during wartime. 10am to 5pm daily, 4pm last entry. £17, Child (5-16) £14, Under 5s free. tel: 01653 697777 tickets: Book online or just come email: admin@edencamp.co.uk web: https://edencamp.co.uk

Sat 10 May 2025

Meet the Emergency Services, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Join us for a day packed with family fun, fresh air, and furry friends, with a special twist. On our Emergency Services Day, not only can you enjoy all the farm has to offer, but you'll also have the chance to meet real-life heroes from the Fire Brigade, Police, Red Cross, and DocBike. It’s an exciting day for all ages. 10am-4.30pm (Fri to Mon term-time), every day in school holidays. Adult £12, Child £12, under 1s £3 (Online Prices). tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk