What’s on & news

Now until
 Sat 27 Jul 2024

West Side Story, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City in one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time.  Powerful, poignant and timely as ever with an iconic score widely regarded as one of the best ever written, featuring hits such as 'Maria' and 'America'. 7.30pm. £20, under 19s £18. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 27 Jul 2024

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

Sat 27 Jul 2024

Easingwold Summer of Music, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. Adam Dawson, playing songs old and new, Adam his guitar and great music. 1pm - 3pm. Free.

Sat 27 Jul 2024

Quaker Open Day, Quaker Meeting House, 24 Kirkgate, Thirsk YO7 1PL. The Meeting House is opposite the Herriot Centre. Thirsk is probably one of the oldest Quaker sites in the world. Come and visit its refurbished Meeting House and Garden. Exhibition of world famous Quaker Tapestry panels, plus documents from North Yorkshire's Archive. Free coffee, tea, biscuits and cakes. 10am to 4pm. Two short talks from 2.30pm. tel: 07749 504140 email: geofsewell@gmail.com

Sat 27 Jul 2024

Birstwith Show, Wreaks Road, Birstwith, Harrogate HG3 2NN. From Noon. email: info@birstwithshow.com web: https://www.birstwithshow.com

Now until
 Sun 28 Jul 2024

Inside Out 2 (U), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Teenager Riley's mind headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. Fri 11.30am, Sat 2.30pm, Sun 12.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 28 Jul 2024

Grass Track, Kirby Misperton near Malton YO17 6XR. Grass Track, solos, sidecars and youth. Refreshments.

Sun 28 Jul 2024

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

Sun 28 Jul 2024

Ripon Old Cars, Ripon Racecourse. Classic Car Gathering. Classic & Vintage cars, Motorcycles, Military & Commercial Vehicles, Auto Jumble, Trade Stands, Vintage Tractor Display, Kit Cars, One Make Club Stands, Live Music, Children's Play Area courtesy of Ripon Toy Library. Home Made Refreshments. Also featuring 'Non Stop Kids' Children's entertainer. All proceeds from this event go to Parkinsons UK. and numerous other local Good Causes. 9am - 5pm. £5, children under 14 free if accompanied by an adult. Sorry but entry is cash only. email: riponclassiccargathering@gmail.com web: https://www.riponclassiccargathering.co.uk

Sun 28 Jul 2024

Thirsk Model Railway Show, Thirsk Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. In aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance. In addition to the Layouts, Trade and Demonstrations there will also be refreshments, a tombola and a children’s competition. There is limited free parking on site with more free parking available in the nearby Market Place and Car Parks (*all free on Sundays). Please be aware that part of the exhibition will be on the first floor and there is currently no wheelchair access to this part of the building. 10am - 4pm. Adults £6.00. Accompanied children free of charge. tel: 07766 697708 tickets: On the door. email: show@expo-thirsk.co.uk web: https://www.expo-thirsk.co.uk

Now until
 Mon 29 Jul 2024

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.". 10am Friday to Noon Monday. Adult: £198.45 full weekend. Child free to £105 depending on age. tickets: Book online email: info@deershedfestival.com web: https://www.deershedfestival.com

Mon 29 Jul 2024

Musical Monday: Story Craft Theatre, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Join Story Craft Theatre for interactive and fun outdoor theatre exploring the history of Kiplin Hall. Craft activities and trails will also be on offer in other parts of the museum. Shows at 10.15, 11.00, 11.45 & 12.30. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Tue 30 Jul 2024

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

Wed 31 Jul 2024

Guided walk The Howgills, Eden Ewe-Nique Lonnin High Wood End, Tebay, Cumbria CA10 3XZ. Suitable for both ambulant and users of all terrain vehicles. Organised by Access the Dales in partnership with Friends of the Dales this is a guided leisurely 4 mile walk with stunning views!. 11 am - 3pm. Free. tickets: Booking is essential - https://www.access-the-dales.com/ web: https://www.access-the-dales.com/

Now until
 Thu 1 Aug 2024

The Dead Don't Hurt (15), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Written, Directed and Starring Viggo Mortensen. In the 1860s, fiercely independent French-Canadian Vivienne Le Coudy embarks on a journey with Danish immigrant Holger Olsen, attempting to forge a life together in the dusty town of Elk Flats, Nevada. When Holger decides to go fight for the Union in the Civil War, Vivienne must fend for herself. On Sunday shown with subtitles. 7.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Thu 1 Aug 2024

Garden Visit, Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Monthly meeting. 2pm.

Sat 27 Jul 2024 until
 Fri 2 Aug 2024

Bee & Bugs week, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Join Buzz & Honey our huge Bee mascots for an amazing themed week to kick off the Summer Holidays. Watch the thoroughly entertaining Bee Show, Meet lots of Creepy Crawlies like Snails, Tarantulas, Jungle Nymphs, Stick Insects, Cockroaches and more in the Bug Tent. We have Plant a Pot , Help us decorate a pebble and make the worlds longest caterpillar, plus all the usual fun on the farm!! Book early online to secure the best prices. From 10am. £12 advance, £15 on the gate. tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Book online or just come email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk

Fri 2 Aug 2024

Music for a Summer's Evening, St. Mary's Church, Kirkgate, Thirsk. YO7 1PR. A chance to hear the talented and popular musician Matthew Atherton on organ and piano. His concerts are popular so come in good time to get a seat. Money raised will support the work of Holy Rood House. 7.00pm.

Sat 3 Aug 2024

Osmotherley Show, Home Farm, Thimbleby DL6 3PY. Traditional agricultural show. 10am-10pm. £8, Child (5-11) £5, free parking. tel: 01609 882388  email: secretary@osmotherleyshow.co.uk web: https://osmotherleyshow.co.uk

Sat 3 Aug 2024

One Night of Broadway Hits, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. From Rock N’ Roll, to Razzle Dazzle. A symphony of iconic melodies from the Broadway stage. 7.30pm. £18, Child (0-18) £14, Senior (65+) £16. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 3 Aug 2024

St Wilfrid's Procession, Ripon HG4 1BP. Brightly decorated floats driving round the city, generating a carnival atmosphere, an event that was traditionally held to mark the feast of St Wilfrid. It dates 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

Sat 3 Aug 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

Sat 3 Aug 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. Experience the thrill of the William Hill Summer Cup – With live music by the Emerald Thieves alongside some quality action on the track. Gates open 11am, first race 1.10pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sat 3 Aug 2024

Open Day & Craft Fair, Wath Court, The Fold, Hovingham YO62 4NN. Open Day & Craft Fair bringing local artists & creators together. Workshop Demos, Fabric Sale, Art Exhibition, Local Makers, Food & Drink. 10am - 3pm. Free. web: https://wathcourthomeofhandmade.co.uk

Fri 2 Aug 2024 until
 Sun 4 Aug 2024

Whitby Traction Engine Rally, Hawsker Lane, Whitby, YO22 4JR (next to Whitby Abbey). Over 30 Steam Traction Engines. Tractor Pulling, vintage cars, children's entertainer, miniature steam engines, fairgrounds, falconry, terrier & lurcher racing. Saturday Night Spectacular: Fireworks + Live Band. 10am-5pm Fri, 10am-11pm Sat, 10am-5pm Sun. Adults £10, over 65's £8, under 16s £5, family ticket £25. web: https://www.outdoorshows.co.uk

Sun 4 Aug 2024

Thirsk and Sowerby Festival, Flatts Fields, Front Street, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1LY. A free volunteer run family event, with loads of full on fun. YO1 radio live music stage, Dog agility show, Children's fun run, Free bouncy castle, Owl adventures, Pony rides, Axe throwing. 10am-5pm. Free. email: info@thirsksowerbyfestival.co.uk web: https://thirsksowerbyfestival.co.uk

Sun 4 Aug 2024

Shakespeare Double Bill, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. A Midsummer Night's Dream & Twelfth Night. 7.30pm. £18, Child (under 18) £12. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sun 4 Aug 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 4 Aug 2024

Celebrate Sundays at The Pheasant, The Pheasant Hotel, Mill Street, Harome, North Yorkshire. YO62 5JG. Good Food, Great Wine, Amazing Vocals. An exclusive Sunday evening celebration filled with music, fine dining, and delightful company. 7pm for drinks. £100. tel: 01439 771241 tickets: online or call email: reservations@thepheasanthotel.com web: https://www.thepheasanthotel.com

Mon 5 Aug 2024

Story Craft Theatre, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Interactive and fun outdoor theatre: A Pirate Ship Party. Shows at 10.15, 11.00, 11.45 & 12.30. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Tue 6 Aug 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 6 Aug 2024

Egton Bridge Gooseberry Show, St Hedda’s Schoolroom, Egton Bridge, Whitby YO21 1UX. The oldest Gooseberry show in the world, every year since 1800. 2.00-6.30pm. email: egtongooseberry@gmail.com web: https://egtongooseberryshow.org.uk

Fri 2 Aug 2024 until
 Thu 8 Aug 2024

Despicable Me4 (U), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Joey King and Will Ferrell. Gru and Lucy and their girls welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run. On Sunday shown with subtitles. 7.30pm, also Sat & Sun 2.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk

Wed 7 Aug 2024 until
 Thu 8 Aug 2024

Supported Family Camp, Gordale House, Gordale Scar , Malham, Skipton BD23 4DL. A one night camp for families with disabilities. Organised by Access the Dales in partnership with AnyoneCan. If you have been put off camping before because someone in your family is disabled then check out our event. This is an inclusive, fun and challenging event!. 11:00 overnight to 17:00. £27pp. tel: 01539 310041 tickets: https://anyonecan.uk/ email: info@anyonecan.uk web: https://www.access-the-dales.com/

Fri 9 Aug 2024

Public Coffee Morning, Hambleton Grange, Station Road YO7 1QH. 2nd Friday each month. Everyone welcome to join us for coffee, tea and cakes from 10:30am to 12pm. Drop in for a chat and see what goes on in our Home. 10:30am. none. tel: 01845 573778 email: elaine.snowden@idealcarehomes.co.uk

Fri 9 Aug 2024

Hinderwell Horse & Agricultural Show, Runswick Lane, Hinderwell, Saltburn-By-Sea TS13 5HR. Renowned for its Cleveland Bay classes but also gives people the opportunity to show their skills and animals in a range of ‘friendly’ competitions. It also include classes in heavy horses, pony breeding, ridden ponies, show jumping and gymkhana. Smaller animals also have the chance to shine with classes for sheep, ferrets and in the dog show. 9am-4.30pm. Adult £6, Child £3, Family (2+2) £15. web: https://hinderwellshow.org.uk

Fri 9 Aug 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. Circus Family Day. Enjoy free kids' entertainment with 4 exciting shows by the National Festival Circus, plus bouncy castles, slides, face painting, balloon modelling, fairground stalls. Gates open 11am, first race 2.05pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sat 10 Aug 2024

Extreme Queen, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Experience the rock powerhouse's eclectic repertoire, live on stage. 7.30pm. £25, 0-18 or 65+ £23. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 10 Aug 2024

Kirkby Fleetham Feast, Kirkby Fleetham, Northallerton DL7 0SA. A traditional Village Show on the Village Green. Arena events, produce and crafts, tea and cakes or something stronger. The Feast is a rural village tradition recognised by today’s generation. 2pm-5pm. Showground free, show tent £1, Child 50p,. web: https://www.kirkbyfleethamfeast.org

Sat 10 Aug 2024

Malton Monthly Food Market, Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. The Malton Monthly Food Market runs on the second Saturday of the month (Mar-Nov) with approx. 40 artisan stalls including food, drink, arts & crafts and live music from traditional brass bands too. Free entry and 2 hours free car parking (more info on the Visit Malton website). 09.00 - 15.00. tel: 016536928494 email: enquiries@visitmalton.com web: https://www.visitmalton.com/monthly-food-market

Sat 10 Aug 2024

Easingwold Artisan Market, Market Square Easingwold YO61 3AN. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 9am-2pm.

Sat 10 Aug 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

Now until
 Sun 11 Aug 2024

'Swoop, Sing, Perch, Paddle', Shandy Hall, Coxwold, York YO61 4AD. 'Swoop, Sing, Perch, Paddle' bird pictures and other works by Carry Akroyd, painter and printmaker of landscape and wildlife. Includes pictures from forthcoming book illustrating 'Bird of the month' from 'The Oldie'. 4pm. Free. tel: 01347 868465 email: info@laurencesternetrust.org.uk web: https://www.laurencesternetrust.org.uk

Sun 11 Aug 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

Fri 9 Aug 2024 until
 Thu 15 Aug 2024

Fly Me to the Moon, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (12A) Romantic Comedy starring Channing Tatum, Scarlett Johansson and Woody Harrelson. Sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones, brought in to fix NASA's public image, wreaks havoc on Apollo 11 launch director Cole Davis' already difficult task of putting a man on the moon. On Sunday shown with subtitles. 7.30pm, also Wed 2.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 3 Aug 2024 until
 Sat 24 Aug 2024

Life Drawing, Rural Arts, The Old Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS. Only Sat. Join tutor Jo Lawson for this 3 week course that will lay the foundation for your understanding of life drawing, providing you with essential skills to bring the human form to life on paper. 2pm - 5pm. £105.00 per course. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: On our website, or visit our shop email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/at-the-courthouse/

Now until
 Sat 31 Aug 2024

Ghosts in Sunlight exhibition, Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. In Gallery One of the Sculpture Garden, this exhibition has been organised by Rory Mitchell. Wed to Sat, from 11am - 5pm. £7, Concession £6 (online 50p less). tickets: Book online or just come web: https://thirskhall.com

Now until
 Sun 1 Sep 2024

Derrick Santini 'Self Made', Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough. YO11 2PW. Come face-to-face with some of the most famous people from the worlds of art, fashion, music and stage. Self Made is an exhibition of portraits of cultural icons from different generations and backgrounds, by Scarborough-born photographer Derrick Santini. Includes portraits of Adele, Dame Judi Dench, Idris Elba, One Direction and Stephen Graham. Tue to Sun 10am-5pm. £5, under 18s free. tel: 01723 374753 web: https://scarboroughmuseumsandgalleries.org.uk

Now until
 Sun 1 Sep 2024

Finding Neverland Summer Holidays, Mother Shipton's Cave, Knaresborough HG5 8DD. Visit Neverland at Mother Shipton's with themed displays, live actors, and photo ops featuring Tinkerbell. Share your photos with #mothershiptons for prizes. Enjoy historical sites, the Petrifying Well, an Adventure Playground, and treats from vintage kiosks. 10am - 5.30pm (last admission 4pm). £36 per car or pedestrian group (up to 5 people) or £13 per single pedestrian, under 3s free. tickets: booking recommended web: https://www.mothershipton.co.uk

Now until
 Sun 1 Sep 2024

Ripon Museums Summer Trail, Ripon Museums. Step on, to step back in time this summer. More family activities than ever before. One annual pass - 3 museums. 10am to 4pm. Check on website. tel: 01765 690799 tickets: On line or in person email: info@riponmuseums.co.uk web: https://riponmuseums.co.uk

Sat 3 Aug 2024 until
 Sun 1 Sep 2024

Monk Fest, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. The farm park has had a makeover and we are bringing that Summer Vibe to North Yorkshire this Summer Holidays. Included in your ticket price help us celebrate with: Banging Festival Music Souvenir Festival Lanyards for all Kids, Festival Survival Skills activity, Dance tent disco, Circus Skill activities, Face Paint & Glitter Faces for all, Craft tent with lots of cool things to make, Pig Racing, place your bets and hope you win. From 10am. £11 advance, £14 on the gate. tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Book online or just come email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk

Now until
 Tue 3 Sep 2024

Northallerton Circus Trail, Northallerton. Roll Up, Roll Up for a chance to win a £50 voucher for Rafferty's! We've placed stickers with various circus illustrations in the windows of businesses around Northallerton. Find the 10 stickers showing a golden ticket and top hat containing a letter. Put the 10 letters into the circles, then rearrange them all to reveal the name of a circus character. Good Luck!. web: https://www.lovenorthallerton.com

Now until
 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

Now until
 Sun 8 Sep 2024

Birds on the Edge exhibition, Danby Lodge National Park Centre, Whitby YO21 2NB. Artwork which takes inspiration from a project connecting people with nature as well as creating vital habitats for birds that thrive on the fringes of farmland and woodland, will be on display during the Birds on the Edge exhibition. 10am until 5pm. free. web: https://northyorkmoors.org.uk/birds-on-the-edge

Now until
 Sun 8 Sep 2024

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. Children's film and book characters knitting and crotcheting around the town.

Now until
 Tue 24 Sep 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

Now until
 Mon 30 Sep 2024

Glimpse of Light & Darkness, Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. By Elpida Hadzi-Vasileva in The Orangery of the Sculpture Garden. Wed to Sat, from 11am - 5pm. £7, Concession £6 (online 50p less). tickets: Book online or just come web: https://thirskhall.com

Now until
 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

Sun 11 Aug 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

Mon 12 Aug 2024

Holy Rood House self catering, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. Self-catering for individuals, families or groups. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the house and/or family. Please e-mail for more details. tel: 01845 522580 tickets: Please phone email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Mon 12 Aug 2024

Musical Monday: Story Craft Theatre, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Join Story Craft Theatre for interactive and fun outdoor theatre exploring the history of Kiplin Hall. Craft activities and trails will also be on offer in other parts of the museum. Shows at 10.15, 11.00, 11.45 & 12.30. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Mon 12 Aug 2024

Temporary traffic lights in Thirsk, Sowerby Rd./ Station Rd./Topcliffe Rd./Westgate Roundabout. So that engineers can carry out work safely.

Tue 13 Aug 2024

Northallerton Local History Soc, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, Thirsk Rd, Northallerton. ‘’Historic Copper Mining in North Yorkshire". Member John Parkinson. 7pm. Non-members welcome £3. tel: 07566 770625 email: heritage1138@outlook.com web: https://northyorkshistory.co.uk

Wed 14 Aug 2024

Danby Show, Danby, Whitby YO21 2NQ. Ferrets, Horses, Horticulture, Handicrafts, Livestock, Pigeons, Rabbits and Cavies. Vintage Machinery and Motorcycles. Food and a Beer Tent. Adult £8, Child (5-16) £8, Under 5s free. Main car park is free. tel: 01287 660416 email: lizsheard@yahoo.com web: https://www.danbyshow.co.uk

Thu 15 Aug 2024

Ripon Ghost Walk, By the red telephone boxes, Market Place HG4 1BP. Explore the darker side of Ripon’s history from the macabre to the mysterious on a ghost walk. last around 90 minutes, finishing back at the Market Square in time to see the Ripon Hornblower at 9pm. 7.15pm. £6, Child (under 16) £4. tickets: Book online or at the Workhouse Museum. web: https://riponmuseums.co.uk

Thu 15 Aug 2024

Comedy of Errors, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Join The HandleBards at Kiplin Hall and Gardens for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of Errors’ like you’ve never seen before. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather. 7pm. £16.50. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: Book online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Thu 15 Aug 2024

Night at the Musicals, Thirsk Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. de Mowbray Music Festival; Songs from the shows from Les Mis to Carousel.
Bar and Food available. 7pm. Adults £12, Under 16s £10. tickets: Online or from Herriot Hospice shop in Thirsk email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Thu 15 Aug 2024 until
 Sun 18 Aug 2024

de Mowbray Music Festival, Various venues around Thirsk. A four-day festival promising to inspire, excite and delight audiences of all ages. Kindly sponsored by Severfield. See individual dates for details of the events, venues & times of performances. Weekend Ticket £10 off the cost of attending all events £56, under16's £42. tickets: Book online. email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Fri 16 Aug 2024

Mozart Requiem, St. Mary's Church, Kirkgate, Thirsk. YO7 1PR. de Mowbray Music Festival: The Cambridge Chamber Consort join organist Matthew Atherton and the Festival Orchestra for an evening of vibrant choral music ending with Mozart's Requiem. 7pm. Adults £16, Under 16s £5. tickets: Online or from Herriot Hospice shop in Thirsk email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Fri 16 Aug 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. Delicious Sausage and Craft Beer Evening, featuring local suppliers like Heck and nearby breweries and craft cider makers. Savour tasty treats while watching the races. We've got free kids' entertainment with bouncy castles, so bring the whole family for a fantastic night out!. Gates open 3.30pm, first race 5.30pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sat 17 Aug 2024 until
 Fri 23 Aug 2024

Whitby Folk Week, All over Whitby. A full programme of concerts for you to sit back and enjoy both day & night.

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Rosedale Show, Rosedale Abbey, Pickering YO18 8SA. From 9am. Adult £7, Child £5, Under 5s free. Free parking. tel: 07946 060771  tickets: At Gate. email: rosedaleshowsecretary@gmail.com web: http://www.rosedaleshow.co.uk

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Chamber concert, St. Mary's Church, Kirkgate, Thirsk. de Mowbray Music Festival present The Durham Voices, Durham University chamber choir, with a collection of vocal pieces in this short recital. 12 noon. Adults £8, Under 16s £6. tickets: Online or from Herriot Hospice shop in Thirsk email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Afternoon Tea, Thirkleby Parish Hall, Great Thirkleby YO7 2AT. Join us for cake and a cuppa as we raise funds for our village hall and Breast Cancer Now. Raffle, Guess the Number of Sweets, Lucky Lollies. From 2.30 - .30pm.

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Evening of Jazz, Thirsk Athletics Club, YO7 1QP. The band will be entertaining with a great selection of classics, from the Great American Songbook. Fantastic returning vocalist Eleanor Sandars fronts the band with Alexander Barria. Bar & food available. 7.30pm. £15 adults/under 16s £12. web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Thirsk Hall Summer Special, Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. There will be games on the lawn for children and a fully stocked bar for the adults. We are also going to be joined by Frank Family Butchers who will be doing a BBQ (food from 12pm - 8pm). 11am - 9pm. Entry £6.50, Concession £5.50, under 16s free. tickets: Book online web: https://thirskhall.com/events

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Poet's Corner, Thirsk Market Place. de Mowbray Music Festival: An event for all the family! Performers will be taking to the stage in the Market Place. Settle down with a coffee or an ice cream and enjoy 2 hours of performing arts by local and regional musicians and dancers. from 10am to 12 noon. Free event. email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Sat 17 Aug 2024 until
 Mon 19 Aug 2024

Whitby Regatta, Whitby park & ride YO21 1TL. Sea-based and on-shore fun. tel: 07827 452753 email: whitbyregatta@live.co.uk web: https://www.whitbyregatta.co.uk

Sun 18 Aug 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. 10am-3pm. email: info@littlebirdmade.co.uk web: https://littlebirdmade.com

Sun 18 Aug 2024

Summertime, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. De Mowbray Music Festival present - Mike Barfield, author, poet and cartoonist, presents Summertime with Benjamin Ellin and the Festival Orchestra. Songs, poems and stories with audience participation. The second half is a performance of Peter and the Wolf with animated video to accompany the Festival Orchestra. 3pm. Adults £10, under 16s £5, Family ticket (2+2) £26. tickets: Online or from Herriot Hospice shop in Thirsk email: office@benjaminellin.com web: https://www.demowbraymusic.com

Mon 19 Aug 2024

Musical Monday: Story Craft Theatre, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Join Story Craft Theatre for interactive and fun outdoor theatre: A Pirate Ship Party. Craft activities and trails will also be on offer in other parts of the museum. Shows at 10.15, 11.00, 11.45 & 12.30. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk

Wed 21 Aug 2024

Egton Horse & Agricultural Show, Egton Cross, Egton YO21 1TZ. The perfect family day out. email: generalsecretary@egtonshow.org.uk web: https://www.egtonshow.org.uk

Fri 23 Aug 2024 until
 Sun 25 Aug 2024

Horizon: An American Saga (15), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Chapter 1: Explore the lure of the Old West and how it was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning the four years of the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865. 7.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 23 Aug 2024 until
 Sun 25 Aug 2024

World Axe Double-Bit Throwing Championships, Thirsk Racecourse. See the best throwers in the world compete for the ultimate title. Have-a-go at throwing axes & knives. Camping. Feasting. Quaffing. Viking market & more. Fun for all the family. Get axe-cited!. email: contact@axemore.co.uk web: http://www.axemore.co.uk

Sat 24 Aug 2024

Wensleydale Show, Leyburn DL8 5JG. On A6108 road Leyburn to Richmond. Cattle, Sheep, Ponies, Poultry, Heavy Horses, Carriage Driving, Handicrafts, Homecrafts, Vintage Tractors, Vintage Cars, Vintage Steam Machines, Flower & Vegetable Show, Walking Stick Competitions, Sheep Dog Trials, Dry Stone Walling Demonstration, Leyburn Band, Gun Dog Scurry, Terrier Racing, Childrens Fun Fair, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting & Over 200 Trade stands. From 9am. Adult £10, Child (5-16) £5, Under 5s free, Family (2+3) £25 Free parking. tickets: Online or at the gate email: secretary@wensleydaleshow.org.uk web: https://www.wensleydaleshow.org.uk

Sat 24 Aug 2024

Ripon Cathedral Summer Beer Festival, Ripon Cathedral, Minster Rd HG4 1QT. Live music, a range of guest ales, refreshing ciders and street food in the cathedral grounds. Children’s activities to keep youngsters entertained. 11.30am-7pm. £8, under 18s free. web: https://riponcathedral.org.uk/events/ripon-cathedral-beer-festival-2024

Mon 26 Aug 2024

Thirsk Duck Race, Cod Beck, Norby, Thirsk. A duck race down the Cod Beck!  Great prizes! Beef burgers, cake stall, drinks & games! Family-fun afternoon! In support of Thirsk Youth Club. TBC. Duck tickets £2. tel: 07786 731072 tickets: Can be purchased from local shops email: hello@thirskyouthclub.org.uk web: https://www.facebook.com/thirskyouthclub

Mon 26 Aug 2024

Farndale Show, Mackeridge Lane, Farndale, York YO62 7LE. Cattle, Sheep, Poultry, Pigeons, Rabbits, Wool, Farm & Dairy Produce, Fruit, Flowers, Vegetables, Children’s Classes, Industrial Classes, Art, Hound & Terrier Show, Pet Dogs, Gun Dogs, Horses, Ponies and Pony Gymkhana, Vintage. 9.30am-5pm. Adult £5, Child £1, Under 5s free. Parking £3, but free parking nearby. tel: 01751 430885  tickets: At the gate email: secretary@farndaleshow.org.uk web: https://www.farndale.community/farndale-show

Mon 26 Aug 2024

Open Garden, Pilmoor Cottages, Pilmoor, nr Helperby YO61 2QQ. A year-round garden for rail enthusiasts and garden visitors alike. A ride on the 7¼' gauge railway runs through two acres of gardens and gives you the opportunity to view the garden from a different perspective. The journey takes you across water, through a little woodland area, past flower filled borders, and through a tunnel behind the rockery and water cascade. 1½ acre wildflower meadow and pond. 11am-5pm. £5, Child free. tickets: Online web: https://findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/30374/pilmoor-cottages

Mon 26 Aug 2024

Reeth Show, Reeth, Swaledale DL11 6AR. Flowers, Vegetables, Children’s Classes, Industrial Classes, Art, Hound & Terrier Show,. 9.30am-5pm. Adult £10, Child £2, Free parking. tel: 07506 380393 email: reethshow1@gmail.com web: http://reethshow.co.uk

Tue 27 Aug 2024

Kilnsey show, Kilnsey, Skipton BD23 5PS. The Yorkshire Dales’ premier agricultural show. Livestock competitions, equine events and sheepdog trials, together with a fabulous display of baking, handicrafts, horticulture, and of course, the famous Crag race. Showcasing country life, farming and traditions which have stood the test of time. 9am-5pm. tel: 01756 753259 /07964 589172 tickets: Online or at the gate email: info@kilnseyshow.co.uk web: https://www.kilnseyshow.co.uk

Tue 27 Aug 2024 until
 Thu 29 Aug 2024

Despicable Me 4 (U), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Gru and Lucy and their girls — Margo, Edith and Agnes — welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run. 2.30pm Tue & Wed, 5.30 Thu. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 29 Aug 2024

From Byrd to the Beatles, Ripon Cathedral, Minster Rd HG4 1QT. The King’s Men Concert. The renowned a capella group of the Choral Scholars of The Choir of King’s College performs beautiful harmonies and timeless classics in the stunning setting of Ripon Cathedral. 7.30pm. £18, £5 for accompanying under 16s (plus booking fee). tickets: Book online web: https://riponcathedral.org.uk

Thu 29 Aug 2024

The King's Men, Ripon Cathedral, Minster Rd HG4 1QT. Get ready to be serenaded by The King's Men, the renowned a capella group of the Choral Scholars of the choir of King's College, as they perform beautiful harmonies & timeless classics in the stunning setting of Ripon Cathedral. It's a concert you won't want to miss. 7.30pm. web: https://riponcathedral.org.uk/events/ripon-cathedral-beer-festival-2024

Fri 30 Aug 2024

De Mowbray Music, Rural Arts, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Summer Music Series at Rural Arts. 6.30pm. tickets: 01845526536

Fri 30 Aug 2024

The Absolute Elvis Show, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Johnny Lee Memphis, the JLM band, the Memphis Belles, come together to produce this explosive and dynamic interpretation of Elvis live in concert. 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

Fri 30 Aug 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.

Fri 30 Aug 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. All Creatures Great and Small Family Day. A celebration of Thirsk's heritage and proud association with James Herriot, this raceday hosts a range of children' entertainment and racing making it the perfect summer family event. Enjoy free kids' entertainment, including a petting farm, bouncy castles, slides, face painting, balloon modelling, fairground stalls. Gates open 3.30pm, first race 5.30pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Fri 30 Aug 2024

Summer Music: Native Gallantry, Thirsk Rural Arts Centre. Catherine Strachan (cello & Asuka Sumi (baroque violin).
A programme of 18th century music with Scottish & Italian connections. 6.30pm. £10 (£8 for concessions). tickets: e-mail(see below) email: katie@ruralarts.org

Sat 31 Aug 2024

Family Picnic in the Park, Burtree Country House, York Road, Thirsk, YO7 3AY. Family Fun day. An inside and Outside event. Bring a picnic/gazebo. Live bands. DJ JR-Live. Hog Roast. Stalls. Licensed bar. Children's magician & entertainment. Rodeo bull. Garden games. Pony rides. 4:00pm till 11:30pm (Last entry 6:00pm). Adults £14, Child £11.25, under 1s free. Free parking. tel: 07803 174133 tickets: Booking essential at website below web: https://skiddle.com/e/39166044

Sat 31 Aug 2024

Bootham Baroque, St.Deny's Church, Walmgate, York. YO1 9QD. A varied tea-time selection of vocal and instrumental music ...... and cake. 3pm.

Sat 31 Aug 2024 until
 Wed 4 Sep 2024

Thelma (U), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Only Wed Sat Sun. Deceived by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, a 90-year-old woman sets out on a quest to reclaim what was taken from her. 7.30pm Sat & Sun, 2.30pm Wed. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 31 Aug 2024

Andre Rieu 2024 Maastricht Concert, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. André Rieu is ready to blow you away with his brand new cinema concert ‘Power of Love’. From his picturesque hometown of Maastricht The King of the Waltz presents a must-see big screen spectacular. Accompanied by his world famous Johann Strauss Orchestra and a cast of hundreds. 2.30pm. £15m Child £10, Student/Senior £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

Sat 31 Aug 2024

Bilsdale Show, Thornhill Farm, Chop Gate, Bilsdale TS9 7JS. Traditional agricultural show. 9am-5pm. Adult £8, Child (5-16) £5, Under 5s free, Family (2+2) £25, Concessions £6. Showfield parking £7. tickets: Online or at the gate email: bilsdaleshow@outlook.com web: https://www.bilsdaleshow.co.uk

Sun 1 Sep 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

Tue 3 Sep 2024

Bedale Archaeology & History Society, Bedale Hall, DL8 1AA, and Zoom. Animals and humans in the early Celtic art of England & Wales with special reference to Yorkshire, talk by Rebecca Ellis-Haken, Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology, University of York. 7.30 pm. non-members £3 per screen (full-time education free), or £6 for membership for the whole of 2024 (this talk & 3 more). tickets: email bahsoc@outlook.com for details and the Zoom link

Tue 3 Sep 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 3 Sep 2024

Tamara de Lempicka Art Deco, The Golden Lion Hotel, High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP. The Arts Society Hambleton; Pamela Campbell-Johnston on Tamara de Lempicka - The epitome of Art Deco Portraiture; classic portraiture revamped for a new age. 1.45pm. Members free. Visitors £10. tickets: On the door. Please see website for more information web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Wed 4 Sep 2024

Muker Show, Muker, Richmond DL11 6QG. Swaledale sheep showing, sheep dog running, produce, crafts & horticulture exhibits. Watch the children's sports and the famous Fell Race. All accompanied by Muker Silver Band. 10am-5pm. Adult £10, Under 16s free. tickets: At the gate email: info@mukershow.co.uk web: https://www.mukershow.co.uk

Thu 5 Sep 2024

Sowerby Flower Club, Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Jan Faulkener. 2pm.

Thu 5 Sep 2024

Sowerby Flower Club, Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Jan Faulkener (Great Ayton). "Splendour of Autumn.". 2pm.

Thu 5 Sep 2024 until
 Wed 9 Oct 2024

Ripon International Festival, Various venues in and around Ripon. Over a dozen concerts classical and folk plus other attractions starring international artists. Various. Various. tel: 01765 605508 tickets: online or by phone email: pastorale@gmx.com

Sat 7 Sep 2024

Mindful on the Moor, Danby Lodge National Park Centre, Danby, Whitby YO21 2NB. Join us for our first Arts and Wellbeing Festival. There will be a mix of free drop-in activities and chargeable workshops suitable for adults & children, as well as stallholders selling an array of wellbeing products & crafts. 10.30am - 3.30pm. Free entry. Booking essential for workshops. tel: 01439 772738 tickets: on line web: https://northyorkmoors.org.uk/events

Sat 7 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 8 Sep 2024

Steam Gathering, Hunton, Bedale DL8 1QF. Over 1000 exhibits displaying over 120 years of Agricultural and Motoring Heritage. Ploughing match Sunday 11am. From 10am. Adult £10, Child (5-15) £5, Under 5s free. Free parking. tel: 01677 450461 email: info@huntonsteamgathering.co.uk web: https://www.huntonsteamgathering.co.uk

Sat 7 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 8 Sep 2024

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Have you got a golden ticket - see into your imagination and be taken on a fantastical journey into Willy Wonka’s mysterious sweet factory. Can you solve the Oompa Loompa puzzle? Be Amazing Arts is bringing this family favourite to our stage. Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl. 7.30pm. £23, Child (under 18) £20. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 7 Sep 2024

Easingwold Artisan Market, Market Square YO61 3AN. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent
producers and makers. 9am-2pm.

Sat 7 Sep 2024

An Indian Extravaganza, The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The 'Indian Extravaganza' is organised by Rotary Northallerton Mowbray to raise funds for Hambleton Foodshare. During the evening there will be a genuine Indian meal accompanied by an Indian Fashion Show and Indian dancing. 7pm for 7.30pm start. £30. tel: 01609 776230 web: http://www.forumnorthallerton.co.uk

Sat 7 Sep 2024

Kildale Agricultural & Horticultural Show, The Village Hall Field, Kildale, Whitby YO21 2RG. Exhibitions of the animals, equipment, sports and recreation associated with agriculture and animal husbandry. Judged events are held for best livestock, vegetables and produce such as flowers, handicrafts, photography and baking. Also on offer throughout the day are numerous craft stalls, trade stands and refreshments. 10am-4pm. email: kildaleshowsec@hotmail.co.uk web: https://www.facebook.com/KildaleShow

Sat 7 Sep 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. BresBet Ladies' Day, the season's most awaited race meet. Enjoy live music by the bandstand and some quality racing on the track. Dress your best for a chance to win fabulous prizes from our exciting partners Rudding Park, Harrogate. Gates open 11am, first race 1.40pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Sun 8 Sep 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 8 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 15 Sep 2024

Sutton Bank Closure, Sutton Bank. Sutton Bank on the A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley will be closed this year for annual maintenance. Diversions will be signposted.

Sun 8 Sep 2024

Our Way: Evening of Swing, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The incredible Crash Bang Wallop singers return this year accompanied by the Forum Stage Band under the direction of Alan Owens. A Swing Themed Concert featuring the music made famous by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Michael Bublé, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and many more. 7.30pm. £10. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 10 Sep 2024

The Marriage of Figaro, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Live streamed event from the Royal Opera House. Count Almaviva lives with his Countess on their estate near Seville. The Count has his eye on his wife’s maid Susanna, who is about to marry the Count’s servant, Figaro. Much to Figaro’s dismay, the Count plans to seduce Susanna on the night of the wedding. 6.30pm. £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

Thu 12 Sep 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 12 Sep 2024

Prima Facie, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. National Theatre Live: Jodie Comer’s (Killing Eve) Olivier and Tony Award-winning performance in Suzie Miller’s gripping one-woman play returns to cinemas. Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning. 7pm. £15, Child £10, Senior/Student £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 13 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 15 Sep 2024

Harrogate Autumn Flower Show, Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE. Beautiful floral displays as well as exceptional produce from the allotment. Garden inspiration for both expert and occasional gardener will feature in abundance. You can also enjoy Newby Hall's award winning gardens, live talks and demonstrations, great garden shopping, and stunning floral art installations within Newby Hall. 9.30am to 5pm. tel: 01423 648212  tickets: Online or on gate email: info@flowershow.org.uk web: https://www.flowershow.org.uk

Fri 13 Sep 2024 until
 Mon 16 Sep 2024

Thirsk Nature Retreat, Thirsk Hall Glamping, Thirsk Hall, Newsham Road, Thirsk YO7 1QP. This unforgettable yoga and wild swimming retreat offers luxury glamping, natural splendour, yoga and connection. Designed to reset the nervous system, Thirsk Hall Glamping provides the perfect sanctuary for those seeking refuge from the hustle of everyday life. From £560 per person all included. tickets: Book online email: helencoleyoga@gmail.com web: https://helencoleyoga.co.uk/#thirsk-retreat

Sat 14 Sep 2024

Venison and Gin Dinner, Castle Howard Estate, York, YO60 7DA. Estate-sourced wild venison is the centrepiece of this delicious menu, hand-crafted by Castle Howard Head Chef Nathan Richardson-Kelly. Rich, light, bold and fresh combine for a perfectly balanced array of dishes, which will be served in Castle Howard’s historic Grecian Hall. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: Online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/event-detail?name=venison-gin-dinner

Sat 14 Sep 2024

Castleton Show & road race, Castleton, Whitby YO21 2EU. A traditional village show. The Castleton Show Run is a most scenic and undulating road course of approximately 6 miles/10 km through the heart of the North York Moors (castletonshowrun@outlook.com). From 11am. email: castletonshow@hotmail.com web: https://www.facebook.com/castletonshow

Sat 14 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 15 Sep 2024

Stanhope Agricultural Show, Stanhope, Co Durham DL13 2PQ. A traditional show with a real community feel. 9am-6.30pm (4pm Sun). £10, Child £5, Family £25. tel: 07966 516270 tickets: At the gate by cash or card email: generalsecretary@stanhopeshow.com web: https://stanhopeshow.com

Sat 14 Sep 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 15 Sep 2024

Malton 10K, Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. A family-friendly foodie 10k, starting and ending in Malton's Market Place. With 4 different ticket options, there's something for everyone from those who want to run and get their PB, to those who'd like to go at a steadier pace and enjoy Malton made food and drink along the way. 10.30 - 16.00. From £25. tel: 016536928494 tickets: www.visitmalton.com/marathon-du-malton email: enquiries@visitmalton.com web: https://www.visitmalton.com/marathon-du-malton

Sun 15 Sep 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. 10am-3pm. email: info@littlebirdmade.co.uk web: https://littlebirdmade.com

Sun 15 Sep 2024

Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, Methodist Church, High Street, Stokesley TS9 5AD. Jeremy Harbottle (conductor), Barbara White (piano). Mozart - Overture to Don Giovanni, Mozart - Piano concerto no 23, Beethoven - Symphony no 3 'Eroica'. 3pm. £12. tel: 01740 631829 tickets: Book online web: https://www.clevelandchamberorchestra.co.uk

Mon 16 Sep 2024

Thirsk Races, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. The final race meeting of the season - join us one last time before we close our gates for 2024. Gates open 11am, first race 1.40pm. From £15 (adult), under 18s free. tel: 01845 522276 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@thirskracecourse.net web: https://www.thirskracecourse.net

Thu 19 Sep 2024

Autumn Quiet Garden Day, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. "Letting nature nurture us through climate change." Helen Warwick, one of our chaplains, and our residential gardener, will accompany guests for a creative, reflective and relaxing day, opening ourselves to nature's nurture. 10am - 4pm. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Thu 19 Sep 2024

Ad Libitum, Violin & Accordion, St James Church, Baldersby St James, Thirsk YO7 4PT. Music at Junction 50. Andrea & Djordje Gajic. 7pm. £12. tel: 01765 640398 / 07770 620897 / 01765 640624 tickets: On the door, phone or email email: colinreid97@yahoo.co.uk

Fri 20 Sep 2024

An Audience with Lucy Worsley on Agatha Christie, Richmond School, Darlington Road, DL10 7BQ. Refreshments & bookstall.
Disabled Access. 7.30pm. £25. tickets: Book online @ www.booksandboots.org web: https://www.booksandboots.org

Fri 20 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 29 Sep 2024

Richmond Walking & Book Festival, Swaledale. Guided walks & evening talks from celebrated authors.
Book stalls
Sorry but no dogs are allowed on the walks. Walks are £7, other costs vary, please ask when booking. tel: 0333 666 3366 tickets: Online/telephone or book in person at Richmond Information Centre. web: https://www.booksandboots.org

Fri 20 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 22 Sep 2024

Fly Me to the Moon, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones, brought in to fix NASA's public image, wreaks havoc on Apollo 11 launch director Cole Davis' already difficult task of putting a man on the moon. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, Jones is directed to stage a fake moon landing as backup, and the countdown truly begins. 11am Fri, 7.30pm Sat & Sun. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 20 Sep 2024

Taylor Fever: Eras Experience Tour, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Taylor Fever is the electrifying tribute production to Taylor Swift – bringing the megastars music to life on stage in an unforgettable live experience for all ages. 7.30pm. £19.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 21 Sep 2024

Eggleston Agricultural Show, Hayberries Farm, Mickleton DL12 0LP. Traditional agricultural show. 10am-4pm. Adult £10, Child(5-14) £2, Under 5s free. Free parking. tel: 07742 000886  tickets: Cash only at gate email: egglestonshowsecretary@outlook.com web: https://www.egglestonshow.co.uk

Sat 21 Sep 2024

Stokesley Show, Springfield, Stokesley, Middlesbrough TS9 5JL. One of the largest one day agricultural shows in the country. 8am-6pm. Adult £18, Child (5-16) £14, Under 5s free. tel:  01845 587158  tickets: Online or on gate email: secretary@stokesleyshow.co.uk web: https://www.stokesleyshow.co.uk

Sat 21 Sep 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

Sun 22 Sep 2024

Nidderdale Show, Pateley Bridge HG3 5BD. Celebrates the best of agricultural traditions with top class livestock, horse and dog sections and boasts one of the finest exhibitions of animals anywhere in the UK. 7.45am – 6pm. Adult £15 at gate, £13.50 online, Child (12-16) £4, Family (2+3) £33, Under 12s free. tel: 01347 821617  tickets: Online or at gate (costs more) email: info@nidderdaleshow.co.uk web: https://www.nidderdaleshow.co.uk

Thu 26 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 29 Sep 2024

Steam Gala, North Yorks Moors Railway. Annual Steam Gala, a four-day celebration of steam. £49.50 for one day. Kids Go Free (aged 0-15). tickets: Book online web: https://nymr.co.uk/annual-steam-gala

Thu 26 Sep 2024

Thirsk Ladies Club, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Annexe, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. "A Cycle Journey along the Leeds/Liverpool Canal" by Alun Pugh. Billed as a 'poor-man's Michael Palin', Alun is going to show us what he discovered along this beautiful and tranquil part of Yorkshire. 7.30pm. Free for members, visitors £3. tel: 01845 522819

Fri 27 Sep 2024 until
 Sat 28 Sep 2024

A Manford for All Seasons, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (14+) Jason Manford: Work in progress. Join Jason as he steps back on stage to try out brand new material ahead of his UK & Ireland Arena Tour. 6.30pm and 8.30pm each day. £22.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 27 Sep 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.

Sat 28 Sep 2024 until
 Sun 29 Sep 2024

Masham Sheep Fair, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DZ. Sheep showing, Sheep Racing, Craft Market, Bishop Blaize Procession, Fleece Stalls, Sheepdog Demonstrations, Hand Bell Ringers, Morris Dancers, Art Exhibition and Tours of Theakstons & Black Sheep Breweries, as well as a small Children's Fair. 10am-4pm. email: susancunliffelister@icloud.com web: https://www.mashamsheepfair.com

Sat 28 Sep 2024

St Cecilia Orchestra, Ripon Cathedral, Minster Road, Ripon HG4 1QS. A glittering gala of music from Hollywood's golden age. 7.30pm. £20 to £35, under 18s free. tickets: Book online email: mail@st-cecilia.org.uk web: https://st-cecilia.org.uk

Tue 1 Oct 2024

Bedale Archaeology & History Society, Bedale Hall, DL8 1AA, and Zoom. The Percival Turnbull Memorial Lecture: The Eastfield Enigma: A multi-period landscape and Roman-period mystery, by Dr Peter Wilson, archaeological consultant. 7.30 pm. non-members £3 per screen (full-time education free), or £6 for membership for the rest of 2024 (this talk & 2 more). tickets: email bahsoc@outlook.com for details and the Zoom link

Tue 1 Oct 2024 until
 Sat 5 Oct 2024

An Inspector Calls, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s play. 2pm & 7.30pm. £18 to £39. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online email: hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk web: https://www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Tue 1 Oct 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 1 Oct 2024

Moorish Architecture, The Golden Lion Hotel, High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP. The Arts Society Hambleton - Ian Cockburn on Moorish Architecture: the legacy of a vanished kingdom. Exploring the Alhambra of Granada, The Great Mosque of Cordoba and others. 1.45pm. Members free. Visitors £10. tickets: On the door. See website for more information web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Thu 3 Oct 2024

Sowerby Flower Club, Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Heather Curry (Gosforth). 2pm.

Fri 4 Oct 2024

Thirsk Hall's Oktoberfest, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate, Thirsk. YO7 1PL. Our Yorkshire-inspired Oktoberfest is back by popular demand. For the second year in a row we have teamed up with Frank Family Butchers and thesm0keyjoe for a night of bangers and beer. 6.30pm. £5.00 entry, Child (0-15) free. tel: 01845 444455 tickets: Book online email: info@thirskhall.com web: https://www.thirskhall.com/events

Sun 6 Oct 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

Sat 12 Oct 2024 until
 Sun 13 Oct 2024

Back to the 1940s, Eden Camp, Malton YO17 6RT. This modern history museum brings history to life in a former prisoner of war camp. a weekend filled with nostalgic fun, lively music, and the charm of a bygone era. History lovers will discover something different around every corner whilst exploring the 22 original prisoner of war huts. The displays capture the humour, sacrifice and spirit of a nation at war. Visitors can discover the personal tributes and unique stories of some of the individuals throughout World War II. 9am-5pm. £15, Child (5-16) £13 - online prices. tel: 01653 915214 tickets: Book online or just come email: admin@edencamp.co.uk web: https://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/back-to-the-1940s

Sat 12 Oct 2024

Easingwold Artisan Market, Market Square YO61 3AN. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent
producers and makers. 9am-2pm.

Sat 12 Oct 2024 until
 Sun 13 Oct 2024

Nostalgia weekend, North Yorks Moors Railway. CANCELLED. Through the Decades, weekend of nostalgia.

Sun 13 Oct 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

Fri 18 Oct 2024 until
 Wed 6 Nov 2024

Crowe’s Wood Halloween Trail, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Spook-tacular outdoor trail. We encourage visitors to dress up for Halloween during the trail, we love to see your costumes! Aimed at families with primary school aged children, although we hope older children (and adults) will enjoy it too. Open 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

Sat 19 Oct 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 20 Oct 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. 10am-3pm. email: info@littlebirdmade.co.uk web: https://littlebirdmade.com

Wed 23 Oct 2024 until
 Sat 2 Nov 2024

Musical Made In Dagenham, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Darlington Operatic Society. Made In Dagenham premiered at the Adelphi Theatre in London's West End. Inspired by a true story and based on the hit film, Made in Dagenham is a powerhouse musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what's right. A critically acclaimed score and raucously funny show. 7.30pm. Adult £20-£30, Child (0-16) £16. tel: 01325 244659 tickets: Online or by phone email: darlingtonos@hotmail.co.uk web: https://www.darlingtonoperaticsociety.org.uk

Thu 24 Oct 2024

Thirsk Ladies Club, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Annexe, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. "Boxy and Me" by Kate McNeil. A heart warming tale of a young woman and her bond with a bull - you will laugh, cry and hopefully be euphoric over this true story. Please do come along and support this cancer charity fund raiser. 7.30pm. Free for members, visitors £3. tel: 01845 522819 tickets: n/a

Fri 25 Oct 2024 until
 Sun 27 Oct 2024

Wisdom of the Earth, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. A retreat led by Helen Warwick, inspired by the latest publication for Holy Rood House by Helen Warwick - Wisdom Calls: Transformative Ways for Insightful Living. Friday 4pm - Sunday 2pm. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Fri 25 Oct 2024 until
 Tue 5 Nov 2024

Buckets of Fun Half Term, 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

Fri 25 Oct 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.

Fri 25 Oct 2024

Ghost Story: The Room Upstairs, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate, Thirsk. YO7 1PL. We welcome back this spooky Clap Trap Production written by BAFTA nominated Tom Needham, performed by Cal Stockbridge, Florrie Stockbridge & Natasha Jones. Performed in the Old Dining Room at Thirsk Hall. 6.30pm. £20 adults only. tel: 01845 444455 tickets: Book online email: info@thirskhall.com web: https://www.thirskhall.com/events

Sat 26 Oct 2024

Clocks go back, All UK. Daylight saving ends at 1am Sunday morning in UK and most of Europe. Put your clocks back by one hour.

Sun 27 Oct 2024 until
 Sun 17 Nov 2024

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. Remembrance Day knitting and crotcheting around the town.