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We make no claim that the Events listing below is a comprehensive listing of all that is "going-on" in York, but rather a selection of Events that we would possibly attend - given the time.... Being slightly biased, each date starts with "one day" York Events first, then those outside York, and finally those events going on for more than just the one day. Enjoy - Graham UPDATED 7th August 2008 |
Please note - the events listed may be subject to CANCELLATION OR ALTERATION AT ANY TIME, FOR WHICH WE CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE. Please CHECK using the contact details supplied BEFORE setting off for any event. |
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| To 17th August 2008 |
Exhibitions in the Gallery - 'Picturing the Past' The art of William Leng. Self taught painter and agricultural worker WE Leng painted scenes of rural life in Ryedale remembered from his life and childhood during the late 19th and early 20th century | Ryedale Folk Museum |
| To 22nd August 2008 |
Childrens Event - Kids Have-a-go Sword Combat - A chance for kids to get a taste of sword fighting, just like in the movies! Suitable for ages 7 – 11. Pre-booked time-slots every 20 minutes from 11.00 am – 1.00pm and 2.00 – 4.00 pm. Places are limited. Pre-booking: 01904 615505 | Coppergate Jorvik Viking Centre |
| To 23rd August 2008 | The Railway Children - York Theatre Royal and the National Railway Museum (NRM) are joining forces this summer to stage a magical new production of E. Nesbit's much loved children's tale The Railway Children. This must-see theatrical event will take place at the National Railway Museum from 18 July - 23 August. The Railway Children tells the story of three children, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis, who live a wonderful life in London, but suddenly everything changes when two strange men appear and their father is mysteriously called away. Life in the Yorkshire countryside, by the railway, is a whole new world for the youngsters and their mother. New friendships, adventures and terrifying dangers await. But the mystery remains – where is father, and is he ever coming back? Originally published in 1906 E Nesbit's The Railway Children is one of the best-loved children's books of all time and was made into a successful film in 1970 featuring Jenny Agutter as Roberta. This new stage adaptation has been penned by the highly acclaimed children's playwright Mike Kenny (The Little Mermaid, York Theatre Royal & Polka Theatre, Flat Stanley, West Yorkshire Playhouse). The Railway Children directed by York Theatre Royal's artistic director Damian Cruden, will also feature one of the biggest guest stars ever to take to the stage - Stirling Single, a 39 tonne steam locomotive built in 1878 |
National Railway Museum |
| To 25th August 2008 |
'Surviving Henry - Tudor Howards on the Block' - Castle Howard is opening for its 2008 season with a new exhibition, Surviving Henry: Tudor Howards on the Block. This new exhibition marks the relationship between the Howard family and one of England’s most notorious monarchs. Under the glowering image of Henry VIII (one of Castle Howard’s most celebrated portraits), and in the shadow of the executioner’s axe, Surviving Henry recounts the topsy-turvy fortunes of the Howards in the 16th century and beyond. Castle Howard’s Curator, Dr Christopher Ridgway said, “By rights the Howards of Castle Howard should not exist. During the Tudor period the Howard family seemed bent on self-destruction; time and time again they displeased their monarchs, and successive members of the family were imprisoned or beheaded. This exhibition will combine famous portraits and famous beheadings to tell a tale of danger, intrigue and narrow survival." |
Castle Howard |
| Each Friday only to 29th August 2008 |
'The Scarborough Flyer' - This is a special steam train service for the summer, running every Friday from 1st August until 29th August. The Scarborough Flyer will run between Crewe, Warrington, Manchester Victoria, Huddersfield, Wakefield, York and Scarborough and it will be steam hauled in both directions. We have a pool of three magnificent steam locomotives, all Pacifics and restored to top operating condition for hauling these trains. They are 6201 Princess Elizabeth, 60009 Union of South Africa and 71000 Duke of Gloucester | 'The Scarborough Flyer' |
| To 30th August 2008 |
The Mystery Files - a year of intrigue at the Yorkshire Museum - Crack the mystery of the Middleham Jewel..... Murder, bodies, burials and treasure - our museum is full of mysteries waiting to be investigated. During 2008 we're inviting visitors to become detectives in our search for the answers to some intriguing (and sometimes gory) mysteries…. Each school holiday there will be a new mystery to solve, using clues and information to be discovered around the museum. Examine treasures close-up, consult historical witnesses, speak to experts and use your wit and observational skills to get to the truth. Chapter Four: The Fossil - When the lights go off at night at the Yorkshire Museum and all the visitors have gone home, the museum comes to life. Lately we have noticed some objects and fossils are not returning to their correct cases and some strange prints have been left outside the museum. Who or what has been breaking the rules and escaping at night? Solve the mystery of 'the night at the museum' in our summer Mystery File. Pick up the clues, interview the suspects and piece together the evidence. |
Yorkshire Museum |
| To 31st August 2008 |
Children's Event - Meet the Moneyer - Meet Jorvik's resident moneyer, learn how many chickens or barrels of ale you can buy for a St Peter's Penny, and have your own coin struck. 11.00 am – 3.00 pm | Coppergate Jorvik Viking Centre |
| To 31st August 2008 |
An exhibition of paintings by Matthew Herring - An exhibition of paintings by Matthew Herring, unified by the theme of the incarnation and develops a symbolic language inspired by the church building | St Michael-le-Belfrey Church High Petergate |
| To 31st August 2008 |
TA100 Exhibition - The National Railway Museum (NRM) is celebrating a century since the Territorial Army (TA) was formed with the opening of a new exhibition. Colourful storyboards tell the tale of the 1908 formation of the organisation and profile some of today’s part-time soldiers, many of which are employees of rail engineering companies. The new exhibition, situated in the museum’s Station Hall until August, focuses on the origins of the TA’s railway units which it has maintained since its birth 100 years ago. Today, the TA still maintains the 275 Railway Troop which operates railways, and 507 Specialist Team Royal Engineers which designs and builds railway infrastructure. When the TA was formed in 1908 it included three railway units. The new units ran the supply trains the army needed and kept the rail network repaired. The experiences of the First World War led to a further nine units being formed. They became specialised in railway construction, operation, signalling and locomotive repair |
National Railway Museum |
| To 31st August 2008 |
Special Exhibition - Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York - One of the National Gallery's most iconic images is heading to York in 2008. Whistlejacket was painted by George Stubbs who spent his early career in York - even marrying in the city. This exhibition will showcase this magnificent work and will bring together work from local galleries and private collections, including a portrait of the famous racehorse Gimcrack, his midwifery illustrations and a selection of his drawings for The Anatomy of the Horse. There will also be a selection of contemporary watercolour paintings and prints depicting York Racecourse, plus other related exhibits. George Stubbs - Stubbs was born in Liverpool in 1724. He was the son of a leather worker and spent his early career painting portraits and developing his interest in anatomy. He arrived in York as a young man in 1746 from Leeds and settled in the parish of Stonegate. He married in York and two of his children were born here and baptised at St Helen's Church. Through his friend Charles Atkinson, a surgeon at York's new County Hospital, he became a superb anatomical draughtsman and supplied the illustrations for a treatise on midwifery published in 1751. From 1756, he rented a farmhouse in Horkstow, Lincolnshire, where he dissected horses in order to make detailed studies of their anatomy. The result of his work, The Anatomy of the Horse, was published in 1766. The Horkstow drawings are now owned by the Royal Academy. In around 1758 he moved to London, where his career took off. He died in 1806. Whistlejacket - Whistlejacket, foaled in 1749, was a race horse owned by the Marquess of Rockingham. His most famous victory was in a race over four miles for 2,000 guineas at York in August 1759. Stubbs painted his life-size portrait of Whistlejacket for the Marquess in 1762. According to some writers of the period the original intention was to commission an equestrian portrait of George III, but is it more likely that Stubbs always intended to show the horse alone rearing up against a neutral background. York Racecourse - York Racecourse, situated on Knavesmire to the south west of the city, is one of the country's top flat racing tracks and hosts 16 days of horseracing every year, most famously the Ebor Festival in August. The first race was held at Knavesmire in August 1731 and the first grandstand was built in 1754, designed by architect John Carr. Yorks' Knavesmire was also home to the Tyburn, where public hangings took place, until 1801. Highwayman Dick Turpin was hanged there in 1739 |
York Art Gallery |
| To 31st August 2008 |
Art Exhibitions at Newby. Newby Hall is a treasure trove for art lovers; the outstanding permanent art collections are complemented by changing exhibitions and displays. Our exhibition programmes are renowned for their quality, variety and originality. August Exhibition in the Grantham Room - Ray Mutimer Ray Mutimer is an acclaimed illustrator who has drawn many popular characters. This year Ray will be exhibiting sketches of the well known character, Rupert the Bear! |
Newby Hall |
| To 7th September 2008 |
Quentin Blake's Choice Exhibition - a unique exhibition to the Hall of original paintings and drawings chosen by Quentin, highlighting some of his work but also that of other major children's book illustrators. This is a selling exhibition and a chance to buy an original piece of art by some of the greatest names in book illustration. Don't miss the chance while the exhibition is here | Nunnington Hall |
| To 21st September 2008 |
Exhibition - Alfred Sisley: Impressionist Landscapes An exhibition of works by the acclaimed member of the Impressionist group, Alfred Sisley, described by his contemporary Eugène Murer as having 'the soul and brush of a poet.' This exhibition explores Sisley's captivation with the landscape of the Parisian suburbs of Louveciennes and Port-Marly and the towns along the River Loing. Sisley's work demonstrates the artist's engagement with an ever changing environment, carefully depicting the transient qualities of the seasons and the subtlest changes of weather and sunlight |
The Bowes Museum Barnard Castle |
| To September 2008 |
Special Exhibition - Crying with Laughter - This exhibition brings together a range of pots and prints from the 18th century to the present day exploring humour and the human condition through a variety of means. For centuries, artists have used comedy and satire as tools to expose human quirks and shortcomings. Potters often manipulate form and imagery for the same effect. Poking fun at human foibles can raise a laugh or reduce one to tears. Tales of morality educate and depictions of popular characters entertain. Highlights include a new acquisition, Six Jugs, made in 2007 by Philip Eglin. On first sight the jugs look medieval in appearance, but a closer inspection reveals official and commercial symbols much more familiar to the modern eye. Nearby Paul Scott recalls the foot and mouth crisis of 2001 with his subtly altered printed mug. Prints by the Victorian artist Phil May and illustrations from the magazine, Punch, illustrate the use of satire. James Gillray ridicules Napoleon and King George III by depicting them as characters from Gulliver's Travels in one print. In The Bottle, a Victorian melodrama warns of the consequences of drinking. A fascinating mix of imagery and ideas through the last 300 years |
York Art Gallery |
| To September 2008 |
'The Memory of Place' - York Museums Trust is delighted to announce that The Memory of Place by Keiko Mukaide will re-open for another season on 24 May, 2008. The installation, which opened in 2007, is the latest commission to create challenging contemporary work within this unique historic space and has proved extremely popular with visitors. In The Memory of Place, Keiko responds to her sense of the space, and to the visual remains of the building's former life, the stained glass, grave covers and carvings. Using fire, water, glass, stone and light, she transforms the interior of the church, creating a spiritual space in which to reflect on the memory of loved ones. A pool of water fills the nave of the church. The water in the pool flows towards the transept of the church, where a suspended column of glass rods is dramatically top-lit, suggesting a spiritual path to a higher place. Visitors are invited to become involved with the installation by lighting a votive candle and floating it on the pool - connecting our modern life with that of our ancestors. In the Japanese religious ceremony, Shoro nagashi, people release lanterns onto a river in mid summer, symbolising their ancestors' spirits ascending to heaven |
York St Mary's |
| To 31st October 2008 |
A Grand Tour of Studley Royal - 1.30 pm Daily. A free tour taking in the grand design of the Georgian landscape including deer park and water garden. Meet at the visitor centre | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| To 31st December 2008 | A Taste for China - Celebrating links with China, this exhibition show examples of Chinese lacquerwork, porcelain, teawares, fans and textiles. To celebrate the long established link between China and England, Fairfax House is displaying some superb examples of early travel journals lacquerwork, porcelain, teawares, fans, mother of pearl and textiles, which were being brought into England by the East Indian Trading companies. Outstanding examples of contemporary work will also be included in the display. |
Fairfax House |
Future Events and Attractions |
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| 4-7th August 2008 |
Hands on History Crew – Knight & Princess School A week of hands-on activities and crafts for all the family, with a medieval theme. There's plenty to discover about life in medieval England! From 11.00 am |
Scarborough Castle |
| 7th August 2008 |
Astronomy Talks - Our talks are quite informal, they are given by curator of astronomy Martin Lunn and take place inside the museum in the Tempest Anderson Hall, usually twice a day. The Summer Sky - Discover the secrets of the summer sky. 11.30 am and 2.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 7th August 2008 |
Woodland Follies Tour - Spaces must be reserved in advance Castle Howard is running a series of special tours for 2008, led by the Curator, Dr Christopher Ridgway. These guided tours are an opportunity to visit hidden features in Castle Howard and its grounds and learn about their intriguing history in more detail. The Woodland Follies Tour takes in some of the hidden follies in adjacent woodland areas. The tour will start at 10.30 am in the Stable Courtyard and include a privileged look inside the Pyramid at the gigantic bust of Lord William Howard, and beyond to the hidden and mysterious follies in Pretty Wood. From here the tour extends back towards Castle Howard over New River Bridge, to the Temple of the Four Winds, the lost Temple of Venus and through Ray Wood to the Reservoir to observe the mystical carvings on the central plinth. This memorable journey of discovery lasts approximately 2 ½ hours and involves walking across some rough terrain. Dr Ridgway has been Curator at Castle Howard for more than 20 years. He has appeared on television, and lectured widely in the UK and overseas on the history of Castle Howard, its architecture and landscape, on which he has also published extensively |
Castle Howard |
| 7th August 2008 |
The Black Swan Folk Club present - Roger Davies. There’s a real buzz about this young “Huddersfield and proud of it” songwriter. “The best I’ve seen in twenty years. If I had a torch I’d throw it to him” says no less a stern critic than Harvey Andrews. We’ve already enjoyed Roger’s finely-crafted and often witty songs at Singers Nights and in a Young Performer showcase; now we can enjoy a whole evening of them! |
8.00 pm Black Swan Peasholme Green B.S.F.C. |
| 7th August 2008 |
Taster Tour - 10.30 am. As the name suggests enjoy a taste of everything this World Heritage Site has to offer. Meet at the Visitor Centre | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 7th August 2008 |
Pirates Ahoy! – Treasure trail, swash-buckling stories, make a pirate hat and other activities. Dress up and join the crew for the day! Activities in the gardens and Hall (all indoors if wet). 11.00 am - 4.00 pm | Kiplin Hall Scorton |
| 7th August 2008 |
Much Ado About Nothing - The Lord Chamberlain's Men are proud to present this Shakespeare classic. Returning to Harewood following the success of Romeo & Juliet. The Lord Chamberlain's Men present Much Ado About Nothing - A glorious summer comedy for all the family. The Lord Chamberlain's Men theatre company aims to revive the traditions of Shakespearean theatre and to bring to life the greatest works of drama without compromising their meaning or integrity. Much Ado About Nothing - Promise of a masked ball hastens the men from battle to the festive house of Leonato, where beautiful, wealthy young Hero catches the eye of Claudio, the dashing soldier. Instantly attracted to each other, they rush into marriage. There is no such hurry for seasoned singles Beatrice and Benedick, whose scorn for love and penchant for verbal sparring provoke their scheming friends to plot a happy ending. Performance will take place on the North Front. Open air picnic style - please bring your own lightweight seating. Audience should come prepared for wet weather |
Harewood House |
| 7-9th August 2008 |
Workshops - Write Through The Summer - Writing for Radio Susan Sterns plays for BBC Radio 4 include For the Love of Strangers and Smooth as Chocolate. Join her to discover some of the tips, tricks and skills of conjuring magical drama for the airwaves |
York Theatre Royal |
| 7-9th August 2008 |
'The Lords of Misrule' present Richard III: A Black Comedy. Performed in the beautiful Minster Gardens, Lords of Misrule present one of Shakespeare's most famous histories, a tale of murder, ambition and codpieces. Known for their lively medieval dramas, The Lords of Misrule present a darkly comic twist on an old classic. Bring along your own seating and a picnic, or just sit on the grass and enjoy the show. Refreshments will be served at the interval. We hope to see you there for what will be a very enjoyable show! In the event of poor weather, an alternative venue will be arranged. Phone for information 07969 050249. 7.00 pm each day with a matinee performance at 2.30 pm on Saturday |
York Minster Gardens |
| 8th August 2008 |
Rock With Laughter - An unforgettable night of entertainment! Jasper Carrott, Lenny Henry, Jo Brand, The Blockheads, Phil Jupitus, Elkie Brooks & her band, The Manfreds, Bootleg Beatles & Orchestra. Firework Finale, compered by Lenny Henry. How best to describe this exciting show? Jasper Carrott calls it “a humdinger of a party” – and thousands have agreed each December at the NEC where it plays to full houses. Now the highly successful format arrives outdoors at Harewood - one of England’s finest country houses and you can party with your picnic in the picturesque settings. The MC is one of Britain’s most familiar comic faces, the ubiquitous Lenny Henry, star of so many TV shows for more than 25 years and acknowledged as the driving force behind ‘Red Nose Day’. Helping him to keep the smiles on your faces will be Jasper Carrott, who was launched on the public 30 years ago and is still making the rib cages of Britain ache. And for those in the audience who like something alternative there’s the anarchic Jo Brand. The musical delights will come from The Manfreds featuring the original pin-up singers Paul Jones and Mike d’Abo (5-4-3-2-1, Mighty Quinn, Pretty Flamingo), the sultry Elkie Brooks, whose career spans almost 5 decades, produced 19 albums and earned numerous awards and accolades, with her band, plus The Blockheads (Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, Sex & Drugs & Rock ‘n’ Roll, Reasons To Be Cheerful) with comic-singer and Buzzcocks team leader Phill Jupitus. To end the night the most famous of all tribute bands The Bootleg Beatles, complete with their orchestra, re-creating the sounds of the Fab Four. No-one does it better. This is a show with something for everyone including a Firework Finale! We look forward to having a good laugh with you! |
Harewood House |
| 8-10th August 2008 |
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre presents 'A Winters Tale' at Newby Hall Following last years amazing Romeo & Juliet we are delighted to announce that the Shakespeare's Globe will be returning with 'A Winters Tale'. Performed by a small troupe and showcasing some of the Globe Company's brightest stars, the production will bring the excitement and vibrancy of Elizabethan theatre to Newby's Gardens, recreating the relaxed atmosphere enjoyed by audiences in Shakespeare's time. A truly unforgettable experience, not to be missed! This is an outdoor event, please feel free to bring a blanket or small fold up camping chair for comfort. Pre-booking Essential |
Newby Hall |
| 8-10th August 2008 |
BURTON AGNES JAZZ FESTIVAL 2008 - 6.00 pm -11.00 pm Friday, 11.00 am -11.00 pm Saturday, 11.00 am - 5.00 pm Sunday Like the idea of relaxing to summer music in our award winning grounds, with delicious food and a glass of wine in your hand? Then come to the Burton Agnes Jazz festival. Jazz and blues bands from the East Riding and beyond will play from a main stage on the lawn. There will be Wold Top beer on tap and locally farmed Burdass Lamb sizzling on the barbecue. Art and crafts will be on sale in the Crafts tent and children’s entertainment will be provided in the grounds. Guests are invited to bring picnics and relax to the sounds of summer. Bands playing: from Dixieland to modern jazz and blues; and big band classics to solo performances there will be something for everyone. The bands have been selected to appeal to all and we are proud to be presenting a fantastic line up of local favourites and the UK’s hottest new talent. There will be a different act every hour playing from the main stage and acoustic sets around the grand piano in the Great Hall. Bands are being confirmed for 2008 and the line up will be posted by April. Expect names like: RevRay, The Joel Purnell Quartet, Tees Valley Jazz Men, Mad Dog Jones & The Sophisticats, Nick Glaves, John Blackburn, Charlie Umney, Jessica Blake, Java (Jamie Taylor), Carlos Olmos, East Coast Big Band (Mike Smith), Comoves (Chris Hargreaves), John Barwood, Safari (Saffron Byass), Chimera |
Burton Agnes Hall |
| 9th August 2008 |
Art course with Ronald Falck - Watercolour challenge. This is the seventh in the 2008 series of art days at Castle Howard, and takes the form of a Watercolour challenge. These courses are for leisure and enjoyment with a tutor available for advice when needed. Beginners will have a structured input at 11.00am to influence a direction of approach. Artistic outcomes are not pre-determined, but you are asked to use the superb environment for stimulus and allow something creative to emerge - surprise yourself! An excellent experience in creativity is designed for you or others! The studio is always available on the day if you would like to work indoors. The course is suitable for beginners, improvers or advanced level. Cost: £20.00 per day. Materials for the day will be provided only if requested at an additional charge of £5.00. Gift vouchers for these courses may be purchased from the Visitor Services Dept. (01653 648621) For further information or enquiries, please telephone the tutor: Ronald Falck 01262 401334 (studio) |
Castle Howard |
| 9th August 2008 |
Victorian Garden Games - Bring a picnic and enjoy a selection of Victorian games on the lawns of Brodsworth Hall with croquet, quoits, skittles, giant chess and many more. From 11.00 am | Brodsworth Hall |
| 9th August 2008 |
Ripley Agricultural Show - We have classes for:- Heavy and Light Horses (showing & jumping); Dogs; Sheep and Cattle; Vintage Machinery; Yorkshire's largest and finest display of Vintage Tractors, Horticultural Produce and Handicrafts Many attractions and displays....... For 2008 - JEZ AVERY One Man Stunt Show; Summerbridge & DacreSilver Prize Band; Parade of Hounds by York & Ainsty North Foxhounds & Claro Beagles. Plus we are glad to welcome back "K9 Capers" from West Yorkshire canine entertainment by these canine superstars and their handlers |
Ripley Castle Park, Harrogate Ripley Show |
| 9th August 2008 |
GEORGIAN FAIR - A recreation of the hustle and bustle of an 1825 Fair at Pockerley Manor. Adding to the atmosphere and excitement will be fire-eating, corn dolly and basket making, military drills, musket firing and traditional Northumbrian pipe music | Beamish Museum |
| 9th August 2008 |
Sleeping Beauty - Outdoor Children's Theatre Evening magically performed by Chapterhouse Theatre Company. Gates Open 5.30 pm for picnics, Performance starts 6.00 pm. Pre-booking Essential | Thorp Perrow Arboretum Bedale |
| 9th August 2008 |
The Levellers - supported by Seth Lakeman and Three Daft Monkeys Levellers, who this year celebrate their 20th anniversary, will be on stage for an open-air picnic-style concert here at Harewood House. Alongside this outstanding band will be one of the finest fast rising stars of the music industry with his unique lyrical voice, the hugely talented Seth Lakeman whose first album “Kitty Jay” was nominated for a Mercury Music Prize. Together their rousing folk melodies and passionate lyrics will guarantee a night of outstanding musical entertainment. They will be supported by one of Cornwall’s finest trios, 3 Daft Monkeys |
Harewood House |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
School of Chivalry - Let our medieval noble lady help you with your chivalry and medieval manners. Learn how to bow with elegance, greet your parents, eat your meals and behave in court in the best medieval tradition. Listen to real medieval stories of brave knights and ladies from the past. 10.00 am - 12.00 noon & 2.00 - 4.00 pm | Clifford's Tower |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
Medieval Murder Mystery A murder at the castle calls for some super sleuths. Interview the medieval townsfolk and find a suspect with a motive. From 11.00 am |
Richmond Castle |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
Blue's & Two's Weekend | The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
Pirates of Land & Sea - Join us for a spectacular weekend in the company of desperate bucanners and dashing highwaymen. Cannon will fire, horses will gallop, ladies will swoon and duels will be fought. Experience the roar of cannon fire from our recreated pirate gun deck, performance of the ripping mounted melodrama "The Highwayman’s Petticoat", story tellers with stories of bold and daring adventures and children’s activities for apprentice robbers! From 11.00 am | Whitby Abbey |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
Feudal Archers - Life in a 12th Century Castle. 10.00 am - 6.00 pm (Sunday 12 noon - 6.00 pm) | Skipton Castle |
| 9/10th August 2008 |
NAPOLEONIC MUSTER – An exciting and authentic recreation of a Napoleonic recruiting muster in the splendid setting of our 1825 exhibit, Pockerley Manor. Re-enacted by the 68th Regiment of the Light Infantry in full battle dress | Beamish Museum |
| 10th August 2008 |
Rolls Royce Rally - 10.00 am - 5.00 pm. Magnificent Rolls Royce cars beautifully displayed on the North Front. The biggest and best of the car rallies on Harewood's North Front attracting Rolls and Daimlers from throughout the country. A super day out for anyone who loves this truly British Classic | Harewood House |
| 10th August 2008 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - Guided Tours of the Railway - NEW FOR 2008 See behind the scenes - all those nooks and crannies, those locked sheds and tantalising sidings that you can't quite see the end of. Now you can find out what's going on, what is where, why it's in bits and what's happening? Or simply have a decent afternoon out with someone who knows a fair bit about the Railway and is happy to talk and answer questions? You will travel in reserved accommodation on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway with a look behind the scenes at all locations on the line, sheds, stations and offices. A buffet lunch will be included. The itinerary will be: Assemble at Haworth station for a glimpse behind the scenes in the Motive Power Depot before joining the 11.35 a.m. departure to Oxenhope by diesel train. Here we leave the train for a look around the Railway's superb carriage repair and storage facilities, before joining the 12.45 p.m. steam train for a run to Ingrow via Keighley during which a buffet lunch will be available. We leave the train at Ingrow at 1.36 p.m. for a visit to the Carriage and Locomotive museums at that site and a look around the sidings (did you know that there's a crane tank in the undergrowth?). At 2.21 p.m. we catch a train for the short trip to Oakworth, where we arrive at 2.30 and take a look behind the scenes at this world famous film location, before joining the train again for Haworth at 3.12, concluding at Haworth at 3.20 pm |
KWVR |
| 10th August 2008 |
Behind Closed Doors - A chance to see, and learn about some of the more unusual items not normally on display | Sledmere House |
| 10th August 2008 |
Deer Walk - 2.00 pm. Enjoy the view of 500 wild deer in the medieval deer park. Meet at Swanley Grange | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 10th August 2008 |
Sunday Afternoon Band Concert - A perfect way to spend a summer day. Enjoy the gardens in the company one of the best of South Yorkshire's brass bands. Extra admission to the Hall. From 3.00 pm | Brodsworth Hall |
| 10th August 2008 |
Sleeping Beauty - Chapterhouse Theatre Company present an adaptation of the classic fairy tale 'Sleeping Beauty'. Bring a picnic and enjoy a play for children of all ages in the beautiful walled garden. Following last years hugely enjoyable and successful childrens' production of Jack & The Beanstalk, Chapterhouse return with the tale of 'Sleeping Beauty'. Sleeping Beauty - A princess is cursed at birth by a wicked fairy, and sleeps for a hundred years until a handsome prince awakes her with a single kiss. We follow the adventures of Louisa and her friends who, evacuated to the countryside during the Second World War, find fun and song in enacting this wonderful story. The result is a splendid piece of story-telling in a style that comes close to the Famous Five whilst still celebrating the original fairytale romance. This show is just right in duration for young audiences and includes a fairy tale fancy dress parade during the interval with members of the cast. So join in and come along in your fancy dress!! Seating is not provided, please bring your own lightweight low-backed chairs or a rug. Audience should come prepared for wet weather. Cancellation in the event of severe weather only. Tickets are non-refundable. Performance will take in the Walled Garden - 20 minute walk to location from main car park |
Harewood House |
| 11th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Come and take a closer look at the sun in the York Observatory. Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 11th August 2008 |
Thirsk Races | Thirsk Racecourse |
| 11-14th August 2008 |
Hands on History Crew – Knight & Princess School A week of hands-on activities and crafts for all the family, with a medieval theme. There's plenty to discover about life in medieval England! From 11.00 am |
Scarborough Castle |
| 12th August 2008 |
Astronomy Talks - Our talks are quite informal, they are given by curator of astronomy Martin Lunn and take place inside the museum in the Tempest Anderson Hall, usually twice a day. The Perseids meteor shower - Learn about the best know meteor shower of the year. 11.30 am and 2.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 12th August 2008 |
St Mary's Church Tour - 11.00 am. Free tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Meet at the visitor centre | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 13th August 2008 |
Farmers' Market - Castle Howard will be hosting a Farmers' Market in the Stable Courtyard from 10am to 4pm. Fifteen stallholders will be selling the best of regional produce including meats, preserves, cheeses and much more. The Stable Courtyard is also home to Castle Howard's farm shop, chocolate shop, gift shop, book shop and plant centre. The butcher's counter at the Farm Shop will be selling estate-reared Aberdeen Angus beef and locally sourced meat, most of which comes from a 15 mile radius of the Farm Shop. The deli counter stocks fine regional cheeses, pâtés and cooked meats. Access to the Farmers' Market and shops in the Stable Courtyard is free of charge, and there is also free car parking |
Castle Howard |
| 13th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Come and take a closer look at the sun in the York Observatory. Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 13th August 2008 |
Artalk - lunch-time art series presents Portraits from Italy with Moira Fulton The genius of Annibale Carracci and astonishing facility of Pompeo Girolamo Batoni illustrate, in their very different ways, the great tradition of Italian portrait painting. 12.30 pm |
York City Art Gallery |
| 13th August 2008 |
"Cemetery Gardens: 10 plants and a tree". Clive Dawson (Trustee, Friend, and volunteer at York Cemetery) will regale you with tales of the known and the unexpected in the Cemetery's gardens. 7.30 pm | The Chapel York Cemetery |
| 13th August 2008 |
'Hands on History' activity day - Find out about Victorian life, dress up as Victorian children and step back in time | Beck Isle Museum Pickering |
| 13th August 2008 |
Archaeology & the Brodsworth Estate - Join Colin Merrony from the Department of Archaeology at the University of Sheffield to hear about the annual excavations of the Brodsworth Community Archaeology Project. The talk illustrates what archaeology has revealed about Brodsworth's past, followed by a tour of the current excavation. Limited Places. Pre-booking required on 01302 722598. 2.00 pm | Brodsworth Hall |
| 13th August 2008 |
Scarborough Jazz @ The Cask present - Matt Smith You'll hear strains of Sonny Rollins, Tim Whitehead, Miles Davis, Keith Jarret, Ben Webster and John Coltrane at this gig but you will also hear the very individual saxophone sound of the talented Matt Smith - a creative and versatile saxophonist who is building up a tremendous reputation on the jazz scene. Apart from jazz Matt has played many musical styles - Soul, Blues, Pop and Big Band – and has recorded sessions for BBC Television and Radio, Channel 4 and Sky Television and several recording studios. Swinging Hull drummer Keith Stutt is with MG3 |
The Cask Inn Scarborough Scarborough Jazz |
| 13/14th August 2008 |
Storytelling - Tales from Harewood - Part of 'National Year of Reading' 2008. Storytellers will be working their magic throughout the house and grounds – telling tales from the history of Harewood and the local area. There will be the opportunity for visitors to bring their own tales and memories about Harewood to contribute to the day |
Harewood House |
| 13/14th August 2008 |
Beverley Races | Beverley Racecourse |
| 14th August 2008 |
Artalk - lunch-time art series presents a special talk by our Curator as part of the celebrations of the 60th Anniverary of The Friends of York Art Gallery - How and Why We Collect with Laura Turner Under the curatorship of the brilliant Hans Hess, York Art Gallery established an acquisiton policy which transformed the Gallery collection into one of the most interesting and comprehensive in the United Kindom. Laura discusses her own vision for the future enhancement of the collection. 12.30 pm |
York City Art Gallery |
| 14th August 2008 |
Slain, Beheaded, Imprisoned: How the Howards Survived the Tudors - Lecture Castle Howard runs its 2008 season with a new exhibition, Surviving Henry: Tudor Howards on the Block. This new exhibition marks the relationship between the Howard family and one of England’s most notorious monarchs. Under the glowering image of Henry VIII (one of Castle Howard’s most celebrated portraits), and in the shadow of the executioner’s axe, Surviving Henry recounts the topsy-turvy fortunes of the Howards in the 16th century and beyond. Castle Howard’s Curator, Dr Christopher Ridgway said, “By rights the Howards of Castle Howard should not exist. During the Tudor period the Howard family seemed bent on self-destruction; time and time again they displeased their monarchs, and successive members of the family were imprisoned or beheaded. This exhibition will combine famous portraits and famous beheadings to tell a tale of danger, intrigue and narrow survival.” To accompany this new exhibition, Curator Dr Christopher Ridgway will be giving an lecture on the evening of 14th August, Slain, Beheaded, Imprisoned: How the Howards Survived the Tudors. This illustrated lecture will explain in more detail the perilous fortunes of the Howard family in the 16th and 17th centuries when nearly 50 Howards or close relatives were imprisoned, beheaded or slain in battle |
Castle Howard |
| 14th August 2008 |
The Black Swan Folk Club present - Bram Taylor Alternate summers in York would not be complete without a visit by Bram, one of our firmest favourites. He is a thoroughly entertaining performer with a strong, clear and tuneful voice and a wide repertoire of both modern and traditional songs, laced together with a grand line in Lancashire patter. How better to spend a relaxed summer evening? |
8.00 pm Black Swan, Peasholme Green B.S.F.C. |
| 14th August 2008 |
RHS Harlow Carr Gardens - MASTERCLASS DEMONSTRATIONS AND WALKS - Kitchen garden Walk - These walks and demonstrations are led by experienced members of the gardens staff at Harlow Carr and offer the opportunity to learn more about gardening and gain inspiration for your own garden. They start at 2.00 pm, and last 1 - 1 1/2 hours, and will go ahead regardless of the weather, so please come prepared appropriately | RHS Harlow Carr pdf leaflet |
| 14-16th August 2008 |
Workshops - Write Through The Summer - Writing for the Theatre EMMY Award-winning playwright and screenwriter Nigel Forde began his career at York Theatre Royal, later co-founding Riding Lights Theatre Company. He has written scores of plays for adults and children, which have been performed all over the world |
York Theatre Royal |
| 15th August 2008 |
'A Night of Crime' with Best-selling author Peter Robinson - Peter Robinson, creator of DCI Alan Banks, will be talking about his new novel, All the Colours of Darkness. As stubborn and principled as ever, Banks finds himself in new personal and professional territory that tests his integrity and strength to the limit. This is a great opportunity to be among the first to hear about these latest challenges faced by one of the country’s favourite detectives. If you like police procedural novels but haven’t read Robinson’s work then a thrilling and gritty world of crime awaits you! Peter Robinson was born in Leeds and now splits his time between homes in Yorkshire and Canada. He has won numerous awards in Britain and the US, Canada and Europe. His books are published in translation across the world. Tickets 01262 678258 |
7.30 pm Bridlington Spa Theatre |
| 15th August 2008 |
Heidi Talbot (ex-Cherish the Ladies) accompanied by singer-songwriter Boo Hewerdine (ex-The Bible) | Reeth Memorial Hall Reeth |
| 15-17th August 2008 |
"Inspired" art exhibition and sale. Established female artists exhibit a variety of affordable art, including ceramics, paintings, jewellery, and textiles. Admission free. Fri 15th August 6.00 - 9.00 pm (preview evening - all welcome). Sat 16th and Sun 17th August, 10.00 am until 4.00 pm | The Chapel York Cemetery |
| 15-19th August 2008 |
Marcher Freemen Journey back to the 15th Century - A demonstration of domestic life in the early 15th Century. 10.00 am - 6.00 pm (Sunday 12 noon - 6.00 pm) | Skipton Castle |
| 16th August 2008 |
Farmers Market - The York Farmers Market was one of the first to be established in the north of England in the Autumn of 1999. The success as the forerunner to this movement in the north has led to a large number of other markets opening and, more importantly, created an alternative source of income to many farmers and producers. The main benefit of the farmers market here at Murton is that it is all under cover come rain, snow or high wind with a large private car park adjacent. There is always seasonal activity and special events at the markets, adding extra value and interest. The main principle of the farmers market is that it is local producers selling fresh quality produce direct to local consumers in an atmosphere which promotes dialogue and understanding of food production including environmental and welfare standards. This cuts down food miles and puts money back into the local economy rather than imported goods. The market always offers an extensive range of produce including:- Meat – Yorkshire beef, lamb and pork; chicken, duck, geese, pheasant, partridge, wild game (in season); wild boar; pies, sausages, burgers etc. Vegetables – Fresh vegetables and salads (including organic growers); exotic mushrooms; fresh fruit in season. Bakery – Cakes, scones, quiches, puddings, fruit pies. Other products – Yorkshire cheeses, home made soups, fruit wine, apple juice, organic milk and butter. A fantastic choice of fresh quality local produce at very competitive prices and the benefit of knowing where it's come from and how it's been produced |
York Farmers Markets |
| 16th August 2008 |
Organ Recital by Francis Jackson - Organist Emeritus. 7.00 pm | York Minster |
| 16th August 2008 |
Castle Howard Proms Spectacular - On Saturday 16th August, the UK's biggest 'Last Night of the Proms' style concert outside of Hyde Park returns again to the amazing setting of Castle Howard, for an unforgettable evening of popular classics, flag-waving fun and a truly amazing firework finale. The ever exuberant Jae Alexander returns to conduct the English National Orchestra through an evening of popular classics, movie themes and all the Proms favourites, including 1812 Overture, Rule Britannia and Land of Hope & Glory. Jae will be joined by soprano Janet Mooney and tenor Wynne Evans, who has become a firm favourite at Castle Howard with his breathtaking rendition of Nessun Dorma. Also back by popular demand is pilot Flt Lieutenant Charles Brown, who will again be performing a stunning aerial display (to music) in an original WW2 Spitfire. There is no finer way to enjoy a summer's evening than by combining a superb night of music & fireworks with friends and a picnic, so make sure you don't miss out on a truly wonderful experience you will never forget! |
Castle Howard |
| 16th August 2008 |
Green Day 2008 - Set in the 5 acres of beautifully landscaped Helmsley Walled Garden. We are planning loads of things to see and do; come and share in the magical atmosphere of fun and freedom, rest and activity. There will be entertainment and workshops, childrens tea parties in the tepee and for others yoga and cookery demonstrations. A huge variety of things to eat and drink (including cream teas in the Orchid House) will be available. Ethical Fashion Show - At 1.00 pm there will be an ethical fashion show with models walking the green catwalk to display the latest fashions. All will be available to buy. 10.30 am to 5.00 pm |
Helmsley Walled Garden |
| 16th August 2008 |
Victorian Garden Games - Bring a picnic and enjoy a selection of Victorian games on the lawns of Brodsworth Hall with croquet, quoits, skittles, giant chess and many more. From 11.00 am | Brodsworth Hall |
| 16th August 2008 |
Ripon Races | Ripon Racecourse |
| 16th August 2008 |
Archaeology & the Brodsworth Estate - Join Colin Merrony from the Department of Archaeology at the University of Sheffield to hear about the annual excavations of the Brodsworth Community Archaeology Project. The talk illustrates what archaeology has revealed about Brodsworth's past, followed by a tour of the current excavation. Limited Places. Pre-booking required on 01302 722598. 2.00 pm | Brodsworth Hall |
| 16th August 2008 |
Kirkby Fleetham Folk Club - Jim Clark & Steven King + Anna Shannon | 8.30 pm Black Horse Inn Kirkby Fleetham nr Northallerton KFFC |
| 16/17th August 2008 |
School of Chivalry - Let our medieval noble lady help you with your chivalry and medieval manners. Learn how to bow with elegance, greet your parents, eat your meals and behave in court in the best medieval tradition. Listen to real medieval stories of brave knights and ladies from the past. 10.00 am - 12.00 noon & 2.00 - 4.00 pm | Clifford's Tower |
| 16/17th August 2008 |
The Medieval Pageant - Ladies, knights and nobles will reveal what life was like in the royal court, from the gentle pursuits of singing and dancing to the dangers of medieval combat. From 11.00 am | Scarborough Castle |
| 16/17th August 2008 |
VW Festival - VW Festival is a VW and Audi show which is not only aimed at the enthusiasts who want to show off their cars, it's also for the families who want to spend a sunny Sunday wondering around the Grounds of Harewood House, and taking a look at our show at the same time. There's entertainment for the kids including a Fun Fair, Face Painters and not forgetting the Bird Garden and Adventure Playground By pre-booking you tickets via the website www.vwfestival.co.uk you will have the following great benefits - Save money on your tickets; Express Entry to the Show (Dedicated Lane); Entry to the Prize Draw; Official VWF Sticker; Vehicle entry to the Show Ground; Wicked Wolfsburg holiday prize up for grabs! Graffiti Display - This year sees the return of the ever popular Graffiti Display; Register your vehicle via the VWFestival website if you are interested in having you car featured in the display. Camping - Designed to suit those that want a relaxing family experience and those that may want to enjoy more of the party atmosphere. There are limited spaces available on both sites so book now via the VWFestival website to avoid disappointment |
Harewood House |
| 16/17th August 2008 |
Bowes Railway - 'The world's only operational preserved standard gauge rope hauled railway' - Model Railway Collectors Fair. With one of our steam engines running brake van rides |
Bowes Railway nr Gateshead |
| 16-23rd August 2008 |
Country Cooking Week | Ryedale Folk Museum |
| 17th August 2008 |
'A Way of Life' Farming Traditions in Yorkshire: Down on the Farm with the Heavy Horse See Heavy Horse displays on harrowing the land and seed drilling. Learn for yourself how to churn butter, and make dairy cheese. See the blacksmith working at his forge. Meet the animals, with grooming, thatching and even mucking out activities! Help the Farmer’s wife with rag-rugging, baking and washing. Machinery displays, tractor-trailer and steam train rides included. 10.00 am - 5.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum of Farming |
| 17th August 2008 |
Classic Car Rally | Ripley Castle nr Harrogate |
| 17th August 2008 |
Afternoon Band Concert in the Gardens with New Yorks Dance Band | Burnby Hall Gardens |
| 17th August 2008 |
Sunday Afternoon Band Concert - A perfect way to spend a summer day. Enjoy the gardens in the company one of the best of South Yorkshire's brass bands. Extra admission to the Hall. From 3.00 pm | Brodsworth Hall |
| 17th August 2008 |
Peter Pan - The little boy who never grew up… join Heartbreak Productions on an adventure fantasy for all the family. Bring your chairs, picnics, wine and friends and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre. Please note the earlier show time. Pre-booking advisable (01609 883494). Gates open at 6.15 pm, performance starts at 7.00 pm | Mount Grace Priory |
| 18th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'A Graveyard, Coffin and Crypt Tour' - visit the hidden city of the dead; descend to a secret crypt, sample Roman and mediaeval coffins and visit the plague sites | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 18th August 2008 |
Lunchtime Concert - Chopin's greatest works with BBC pianist Vincent Billington. 1.00 pm. Phone 01723 350545 for details | St Helen's Church St Helen's Square |
| 18th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'Guildhalls and Secret Passages' | 2.15 pm YorkWalk |
| 18th August 2008 |
RHS Harlow Carr Gardens - Grow Your Own Veg: Harvest Time. 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | RHS Harlow Carr pdf leaflet |
| 18-21st August 2008 |
Hands on History Crew – Knight & Princess School A week of hands-on activities and crafts for all the family, with a medieval theme. There's plenty to discover about life in medieval England! From 11.00 am |
Scarborough Castle |
| 19th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'The Henry VIII Trail' - this obese, diseased and constipated monarch made a state visit to York in 1541. Follow his footsteps and see the havoc he wrought on the monasteries and hospitals | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 19th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Come and take a closer look at the sun in the York Observatory. Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 19th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'Kings Manor' | 2.15 pm YorkWalk |
| 19/20th August 2008 |
Botanical Illustration Classes with Bridget Gillespie, two day courses from 9.30 am to 3.00 pm | Helmsley Walled Garden |
| 19-21st August 2008 |
RHS Harlow Carr Gardens workshop - PAINTING & DRAWING - BOTANICAL PAINTING - EXPLORING PLANT PATTERN - This workshop will focus on those aspects of symmetry found in plants. From the elegant geometry of flowers, the wonderful patterns on bark, to exciting colour combinations, these elements will be our source of inspiration. Although the painting approach will be the precise realism of botanical imagery, our aim will be toward a more abstract result. This workshop is only suitable for those with some experience of Botanical Painting. 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | RHS Harlow Carr pdf leaflet |
| 19-22nd August 2008 |
York Races - The Ebor Festival of Racing | York Racecourse |
| 20th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'Hidden Chapels' | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 20th August 2008 |
'A Way of Life' Farming Traditions in Yorkshire: Scarecrow Making Help Farmer Atkinson to discourage birds from eating his crops by making your own Scarecrow to be judged and then displayed in our Scarecrow Sculpture garden. Children's activities include straw dolly making and scarecrow puppets! 11.00 am - 3.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum of Farming |
| 20th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Today there will be the chance to look through a Personal Solar Telescope (PST). PSTs allow the viewer to look directly at the sun, which is not usually possible - don't miss your chance to have a go! Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 20th August 2008 |
Artalk - lunch-time art series presents On the Edge with John Paynter Whatever medium an artist employs: oil, watercolour, tempera, acrylic etc, he is first presented with the daunting challenge of an blank wall, board or canvas. 12.30 pm |
York City Art Gallery |
| 20th August 2008 |
'The Richard III Walking Tour' - Follow in the footsteps of this much maligned monarch, still revered in York. At the end visit the Richard III museum and vote on whether or not he really did murder the Princes in the Tower | 2.15 pm YorkWalk |
| 20th August 2008 |
'Hands on History' activity day - Find out about Victorian life, dress up as Victorian children and step back in time | Beck Isle Museum Pickering |
| 20th August 2008 |
Mass for St Bernard - 12 noon. Ecumenical service in the abbey. Everyone welcome | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 20th August 2008 |
Deer Walk - 2.00 pm. Enjoy the view of 500 wild deer in the medieval deer park. Meet at Swanley Grange | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 20th August 2008 |
Scarborough Jazz @ The Cask present - The Sally Doherty Quartet ' … an excellent band and faultless intonation and taste from Sally herself, sounding equally at home in Portuguese, Spanish and English … The singing is not only technically accomplished, but very beautiful, and Sally manages to make these songs her own.' So writes Alan Barnes about the latest ninth album from Sally Doherty who makes a debut in Scarborough. Sally's songs slip effortlessly from gentle ballads to Brazilian bossa nova and samba, then from swing to Mexican and Cuban boleros. Stunning backing from Piero Tucci (piano and accordion), Colin Elliot (double bass) and Phil Johnson (drums) |
The Cask Inn Scarborough Scarborough Jazz |
| 20/21st August 2008 |
Treasure Island - Open Air Theatre Production Set in the days of sail ships and pirates, Treasure Island tells the adventures of Jim Hawkins and his search for the buried treasure of the notorious pirate Captain Flint. In this new adaption by Michael Whitmore the aim is to be faithful to the book whilst creating a lively action-packed show for all the family with live music. Pre-booking Essential |
Newby Hall |
| 21st August 2008 |
Mausoleum Tour - Spaces must be booked in advance Castle Howard is running a series of special tours for 2008, led by the Curator, Dr Christopher Ridgway. These guided tours are an opportunity to visit hidden features in Castle Howard and its grounds and learn about their intriguing history in more detail. The Mausoleum Tour at 10.30 am, is an opportunity to visit the most mysterious building in the landscape, where generations of the Howard family have been buried in the vaults beneath the spectacular chapel. The tour also includes a visit to the interior of the Temple of the Four Winds. Both buildings are not normally open to the public. This tour lasts approximately 2 hours and involves walking across some rough terrain Dr Ridgway has been Curator at Castle Howard for more than 20 years. He has appeared on television, and lectured widely in the UK and overseas on the history of Castle Howard, its architecture and landscape, on which he has also published extensively |
Castle Howard |
| 21st August 2008 |
Astronomy Talks - Our talks are quite informal, they are given by curator of astronomy Martin Lunn and take place inside the museum in the Tempest Anderson Hall, usually twice a day. The sun and the earth's climate - Global warming or climate chaos? How is the sun involved in our climate? 11.30 am and 2.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 21st August 2008 |
The Black Swan Folk Club present - Singers & Musicians Night. All acoustic performers are made welcome, and listeners besides, at our popular Open House session. The more the merrier, so do come along | 8.00 pm Black Swan, Peasholme Green B.S.F.C. |
| 21st August 2008 |
RHS Harlow Carr Gardens - MASTERCLASS DEMONSTRATIONS AND WALKS - Herbaceous perennials in the garden Walk - These walks and demonstrations are led by experienced members of the gardens staff at Harlow Carr and offer the opportunity to learn more about gardening and gain inspiration for your own garden. They start at 2.00 pm, and last 1 - 1 1/2 hours, and will go ahead regardless of the weather, so please come prepared appropriately | RHS Harlow Carr pdf leaflet |
| 21-23rd August 2008 |
Workshops - Write Through The Summer - Writing Poetry "There are famous poets of my generation and younger who have no idea of the debt they owe to Pete Morgan. His poems are dramatic, formally superb, funny, toughly tender, lyrical and never less than entertaining. Ted Hughes was a fan of his." Carol Ann Duffy |
York Theatre Royal |
| 23rd August 2008 |
'Choccy & Sweetie Walking Tour' - York has played a big part in pleasing the sweet tooth. Hear the history of Terrys, Rowntrees & Cravens. See sweets being made and taste some delicious samples! | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 23rd August 2008 |
'Choccy & Sweetie Walking Tour' - York has played a big part in pleasing the sweet tooth. Hear the history of Terrys, Rowntrees & Cravens. See sweets being made and taste some delicious samples! | 2.00 pm YorkWalk |
| 23rd August 2008 |
Organ Recital by Richard McVeigh - Organ Scholar. 7.00 pm | York Minster |
| 23rd August 2008 |
Malham Show - Malham Show is held annually in the heart of beautiful Malhamdale in the Yorkshire Dales on August Bank Holiday Saturday. Under the shadow of Malham Cove this traditional agricultural and family country show has been taking place for over 100 years. Events and attractions on the show field all day: with some judging and horse events starting at 9am, main ring events start at 12 noon. Falconry Display; Tyke Trial Cyclo Display; Vintage Tractors & Historic Vehicles; Working Hunter Classes; Farmers Market; Skipton Building Society Children's Cookery Theatre; Punch & Judy; Children's Sports & Fancy Dress; Steam Organ; Tug o War; Dry Stone Walling; Handicrafts, Horticultural & Floral Exhibits; Art & Photography Exhibits; Senior & Junior Fell Race (Start 3pm); Trade stands & On-field Catering; Trailquest - Mountain Bike Orienteering Event; Heavy Horse Championship; Showjumping; Additional main ring attractions & side stalls |
Malham Show |
| 23rd August 2008 |
Victorian Garden Games - Bring a picnic and enjoy a selection of Victorian games on the lawns of Brodsworth Hall with croquet, quoits, skittles, giant chess and many more. From 11.00 am | Brodsworth Hall |
| 23rd August 2008 |
Wensleydale Agricultural Show 2008 - lLocated close to Leyburn, North Yorkshire in the heart of Wensleydale, The Wensleydale Show is a traditional Dales show with:
Cattle, Sheep, Ponies, Heavy horses, Carriage Driving, Handicrafts, Vintage Tractors and Cars, Homecrafts,
Flower and vegetable show, Walking stick competitions, Sheep dog trials, The Tennants Wensleydale Open Quoits Competition and a Walling Competition Plus: Other attractions - Leyburn Brass Band, Terrier racing - entries on the day, Childrens fun fair, Bouncy castle, Face Painting and over 100 Trade stands |
Wensleydale Show |
| 23rd August 2008 |
HORSE PLOUGHING MATCH & COUNTRY CRAFTS – Ploughmen from throughout the country compete in the annual Beamish Ploughing Match. Watch the magnificent heavy horses at work, with traditional harness and ploughs and see the preparations for the ‘Decorated Heavy Horse' class. Explore a fascinating display of horse-powered farm machinery nearby along with country crafts demonstrations of basket, corn dolly and harness making and traditional pole lathing | Beamish Museum |
| 23rd August 2008 |
Open Air Theatre - The Hound of the Baskervilles - Gates open 6.00 pm; Play begins 7.00 pm. Bring a picnic, rugs and chairs and join Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson as they unravel this thrilling mystery. Performed by Illyria in the Abbey cloister. Limited seat hire available. Booking essential, tel: 01670 773939 or book online | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 23/24th August 2008 |
Beverley Races | Beverley Racecourse |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
School of Chivalry - Let our medieval noble lady help you with your chivalry and medieval manners. Learn how to bow with elegance, greet your parents, eat your meals and behave in court in the best medieval tradition. Listen to real medieval stories of brave knights and ladies from the past. 10.00 am - 12.00 noon & 2.00 - 4.00 pm | Clifford's Tower |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
Childrens Event - Fight School - Your chance to become a Viking! Meet your character, make kit for battle, learn the skills of sword fighting and handle weapons and armour. Suitable for ages 7 – 14. Pre-booked time-slots at 10.30 am, 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm. Places are limited. Pre-booking: 01904 615505 | Coppergate Jorvik Viking Centre |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
The 8th Poppleton Artists' Exhibition and Sale, held in the tranquil setting of the ancient Tithe Barn. 10.00 am - 8.00 pm (5.00 pm Monday) | The Tithe Barn Nether Poppleton |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
Fabulous Fifty! - Beningbrough celebrates fifty years of National Trust ownership, themed event and activities | Beningbrough Hall |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
Summer Flower Festival - In support of the Red Cross | Sledmere House |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
The Power of the Normans - The Norman nobles have gathered at the castle to plan their battle tactics and train before they go to meet their enemies. Discover for yourself the power of the Norman fighting man as soldiers and a troop of cavalry take to the battlefield in a highly charged day of demonstrations and combat. Encampments of living history help set the scene, along with music from the time and storytelling sessions. From 11.00 am | Scarborough Castle |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
Medieval Festival - Step back in time with the Red Wyvern Society to 1460 and wander through the Medieval Encampment. See how people lived in those times, with entertaining hourly demonstrations, authentic cooking, armoury displays, herbal use and medicines and lots more!! 11.00 am - 4.00 pm | Thorp Perrow Arboretum Bedale |
| 23-25th August 2008 |
European Weekend | The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft |
| 23rd August - 19th October 2008 |
Exhibitions in the Gallery - Cheryl Taylor Artist in Residence. Cheryl Taylor's textile and knitwear designs have been used by fashion companies such as Paul Smith and French Connection. She will be showing a collection of new works exclusive to Ryedale Folk Museum | Ryedale Folk Museum |
| 24th August 2008 |
The Galtres Festival of fun, music and dance - food, beers and cider 2008. Welcome to the Galtres Festival 2008. We\re delighted to have found a great new venue, as we continue to move the Festival around the ancient Forest of Galtres area - and this year we will be subjecting the good people of Huby to an ordeal of loud music, revelry, beer and cider drinking and family entertainment. We've brought it all forwards about a month - largely because after three fantastic late September Festivals in a row we can't count on the sun showing is face for a fourth time. We also like the idea of positioning the event right in the middle of a Bank Holiday weekend, when no-one needs to worry too much about getting to work with clear head the next day. Like last year we're keeping it fairly simple - 25 or 30 barrels or so of fine ale and cider, a line-up of acoustic acts and bands in one of the tents, a barbeque outside, a few workshops for the children - all in all a right good stomp. All of the proceeds from the Festival will be donated to local charities. As all of the beer and cider is sponsored, every penny you spend on drinks on the day will go directly to the charities, so sup-up! Most of the bands are playing for free, and the event is organised by a committee of volunteers. The Festival lasts from noon until 11.00 pm |
Galtres Festival |
| 24th August 2008 |
Bat Walk - Booking in advance is essential Join the Howardian Hills AONB, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Castle Howard on 24th August for a family evening discovering nocturnal nature. Before the sun sets we will build bat boxes and find out about a bat’s life. As night draws in try your hand at bat identification with the help of a bat detector and we discover the different species of bats using different habitats around the Castle Howard Estate. Flat shoes or boots are recommended as we will be walking between the different habitats. Please bring a torch if you have one and remember to bring warm, dry, clothing as the temperature might drop with nightfall. The evening lasts from 7.00 pm until 10.00 pm |
Castle Howard |
| 24th August 2008 |
Subject to confirmation - Birds of Prey and Archery - Meet Harris hawks, owls and other furry friends of Fitzalan Hawks & Ferrets and have a go with the Company of Scorton Archers. No booking required. 2.00 - 4.00 pm | Kiplin Hall Scorton |
| 24th August 2008 |
Afternoon Band Concert in the Gardens with Swinton & District Excelsior Band | Burnby Hall Gardens |
| 24th August 2008 |
Sunday Afternoon Band Concert - A perfect way to spend a summer day. Enjoy the gardens in the company one of the best of South Yorkshire's brass bands. Extra admission to the Hall. From 3.00 pm | Brodsworth Hall |
| 24th August 2008 |
Charley's Aunt - A bright, intoxicating and frothy farce – laughs are guaranteed in this adaptation from Heartbreak Productions. Bring your chairs, picnics, wine and friends and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre. Pre-booking advisable (01609 883494). Gates open at 6.45 pm, performance starts at 7.30 pm | Mount Grace Priory |
| 24th August 2008 |
The Band Room in Farndale - variously described as 'England's tiniest major venue,' 'the greatest small venue on Earth' and 'a corrugated iron shed in the middle of nowhere.' (It's all true...) present - Eilen Jewell An amazing new Country | Folk | Blues star being compared with GILLIAN WELCH, LUCINDA WILLIAMS, PEGGY LEE and LAURA CANTRELL, influenced by BILLIE HOLIDAY, BESSIE SMITH, HANK WILLIAMS, BOB DYLAN and JESSIE MAE HEMPHILL. We first heard of Eilen on a CD compiled by The Word magazine, thought hers was the standout track - and went in pursuit of her posthaste. Once in a great while, you put on a CD by an artist you’ve never heard of before and time stops. The voice is new, yet timeless. The lyrics are original yet feel immediately familiar, lived-in, knowing. And the melodies — expertly performed by a first-rate band — carry an easy, memorable groove. This is the story of Eilen (rhymes with feelin’) Jewell. It started after her 2005 self-released debut, Boundary Country, made its way into club-owners’ hands, onto a handful of radio shows and around the press circles of Boston, her current home base. Reaction to Eilen’s music was swift. Many compared her talents to those of Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch and June Carter Cash. The Boston Globe said, “The slow organic sway of her melodies, and the sensual way she rubs against the low end of her register, will remind some of Gillian Welch. Also like Welch, her writing is both intimate and vivid, classically framed and closely observed.” Summer 2007 brought Jewell’s first national release, Letters From Sinners & Strangers, recorded at the Signature Sounds studio in Pomfret, Connecticut one snowy week in March. The album reached the Top 10 on the Americana weekly radio chart in addition to being listed on many critics' "best of" lists for 2007. LFS&S continues to receive critical acclaim from around the world. Eilen and her band continue to tour nationally behind the album making stops at NPR's World Cafe, XM Radio, Mountain Stage, Woodsong's Old-Time Radio Hour, Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, Grassroots and many more radio stations, clubs and festivals. 2007 also found Eilen sharing the stage with a who's who list of Americana, Folk and Roots musicians. Among the highlights were Loretta Lynn, Chuck Prophet, Chris Smither, Fred Eaglemsith, Jimmy LaFave, Steve Forbert, Holly Golightly, Junior Brown, The Hacienda Brothers, Kris Delmhorst, The Holmes Brothers, Tom Russell and Jack Williams |
The Band Room Low Mill Farndale Kirkbymoorside The Band Room |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
'A Way of Life' Farming Traditions in Yorkshire: Rural Games Come out to play this summer with traditional rural games on the lawn. Have a go at some of the old favourites, such as hopscotch, skipping and tug of war. Try a few new ones such as stick and hoop, coggy on coggy off, nine mens morris, horsehoe coits and much more! 10.00 am - 5.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum of Farming |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
Rosa Mundi Mediaeval Re-enactors weekend - The society specialises in life in the last quarter of the fifteenth century. Very many different aspects of fifteenth century life, military and non-military, are re-enacted. At a Rosa Mundi weekend, you may expect to see some or all of the following:- Life in a mediaeval camp or in a castle or great house. Billmen (at rest!), Swordsmen, Archers (and arrow making), Artillery Carding, Spinning , Dyeing, Weaving Cordwainers, Shoe repairing , Leather working Scribes, Clerics and Religious services Knife makers and sharpeners Gentry at leisure, Servants at work Mediaeval Crafts Life in the kitchen - cooking and breadmaking Mediaeval games, music and dancing Arming a man at his ease Special Events A wide variety of re-enactors (even children) |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
Summer Craft Fair - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Daily | Duncombe Park |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
Work and Play - Life on a Yorkshire Country Estate Over the weekend there will be a series of walks, talks and demonstrations for all the family. Discover more about the people who worked on the Estate at Harewood, learn about how the grounds were used for both work and pleasure, see demonstrations using produce grown on the estate |
Harewood House |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
The Medieval Pageant - Ladies, knights and nobles will reveal what life was like in the royal court, from the gentle pursuits of singing and dancing to the dangers of medieval combat. From 11.00 am | Richmond Castle |
| 24/25th August 2008 |
Yorkshire's Family Steam Rally - Working Exhibits, Engines, Miniatures, Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Commercials, Tractors and Stationery Engines. Arena attractions throughout the day with full commentary. Also children’s entertainment, funfair, food village and bar | Harewood House |
| 25th August 2008 |
Astronomy Talks - Our talks are quite informal, they are given by curator of astronomy Martin Lunn and take place inside the museum in the Tempest Anderson Hall, usually twice a day. The planets - The latest news from the planets in our solar system. 11.30 am and 2.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 25th August 2008 |
Lunchtime Concert - A concert of music which is fun for all the family with BBC pianist Vincent Billington and Phillip Mindenhall violin and viola. 1.00 pm. Phone 01723 350545 for details | St Helen's Church St Helen's Square |
| 25th August 2008 |
Farndale Show - retains the charm of a traditional small agricultural show alongside local skills, craft produce and a selection of side shows and stalls. It has not stood still with new classes being added every year most recently a new art section. It is truly a great day out for the whole family | Farndale Show |
| 25th August 2008 |
Priory Fete - Enjoy this traditional country fete with numerous side shows and attractions. Lord Burlington will declare the fete open at 2 pm | Bolton Abbey |
| 25th August 2008 |
Family Bird Watch & Falconry Day | Ripley Castle nr Harrogate |
| 25/26th August 2008 |
Ripon Races | Ripon Racecourse |
| 25-28th August 2008 |
Hands on History Crew – Knight & Princess School A week of hands-on activities and crafts for all the family, with a medieval theme. There's plenty to discover about life in medieval England! From 11.00 am |
Scarborough Castle |
| 26th August 2008 |
'Choccy & Sweetie Walking Tour' - York has played a big part in pleasing the sweet tooth. Hear the history of Terrys, Rowntrees & Cravens. See sweets being made and taste some delicious samples! | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 26th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Come and take a closer look at the sun in the York Observatory. Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 26th August 2008 |
'Choccy & Sweetie Walking Tour' - York has played a big part in pleasing the sweet tooth. Hear the history of Terrys, Rowntrees & Cravens. See sweets being made and taste some delicious samples! | 2.00 pm YorkWalk |
| 26th August 2008 |
Giants over York - Discover what giants can be spotted after dark in the Museum Gardens. Observe the planets Jupiter and Saturn with the help of our astronomer, Martin Lunn. Closer to home, can you spot the Hawk Moth flying around the gardens, with the help of our moth experts? Find the National Champion trees and take a look at some of the garden's nocturnal residents. 8.00 - 11.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 26th August 2008 |
Kilnsey Show - The Dales' foremost agricultural show with dry stone walling, produce, handicrafts, horticulture, equestrian events, fell races and harness racing. Food, refreshments and amusements for all the family. Please note that no dogs other than guide dogs or competitive sheep dogs are allowed on any part of the show field . You can have a splendid day at Kilnsey Show. Held every year on the Tuesday after August Bank Holiday against the magnificent backdrop of Kilnsey Crag, the show has been a showcase for the Dales farming community for over a hundred years. It is one of the larger agricultural shows in the North of England and it attracts visitors from throughout the Dales and way beyond. Entry classes cater for a wide range of sheep and cattle breeds, and the show provides an excellent opportunity for those unfamiliar with hill farming to find out about the skills and problems of the hill farmer and to trace their food from field to plate. There's more than just livestock and the usual range of produce, craft and trade stands. Horse riding events, sheep dog trials and vintage tractor displays amongst other attractions ensure there is interest for all types of visitor. By mid afternoon when these events are over, the show catches second wind and moves into its sports programme where interest centres mainly but not exclusively on fell racing, a traditional sport which Kilnsey has done much to sustain. After this, at around 4.30pm comes harness racing, giving the chance for many visitors to see for the first time an exciting brand of horse racing which adds colour and drama to the final stages of the show and also offers the opportunity to win a few pounds. It's a very full day's activity which opens to visitors at 9.00 am and goes on till 7.00 pm with plenty of food, drink and bargains at over 100 trade stalls. More than this, it is the best place to see the working face of the Dales and get some idea of what hill farming is all about while at the same time having a first class day out |
Kilnsey Show |
| 26-31st August 2008 |
Childrens Event - Kids Have-a-go Sword Combat - A chance for kids to get a taste of sword fighting, just like in the movies! Suitable for ages 7 – 11. Pre-booked time-slots every 20 minutes from 11.00 am – 1.00pm and 2.00 – 4.00 pm. Places are limited. Pre-booking: 01904 615505 | Coppergate Jorvik Viking Centre |
| 27th August 2008 |
Observe the Sun - Today there will be the chance to look through a Personal Solar Telescope (PST). PSTs allow the viewer to look directly at the sun, which is not usually possible - don't miss your chance to have a go! Noon - 2.00 pm | York Observatory Yorkshire Museum |
| 27th August 2008 |
Artalk - lunch-time art series presents Looking at Paintings with Fred Finney When we look at a painting, we are the judge; but do we see all that is presented to see or are we blinded by our prejudices, preconceptions and incertitude? 12.30 pm |
York City Art Gallery |
| 27th August 2008 |
Guided Walking Tours of the Cemetery - Summer Photography. Evening photography, led by Paul Rhodes & Nancy Sydenham. The Cemetery has been the final resting place of York citizens since 1837 and has two Grade II listed buildings to enjoy |
7.00 pm York Cemetery |
| 27th August 2008 |
'Hands on History' activity day - Find out about Victorian life, dress up as Victorian children and step back in time | Beck Isle Museum Pickering |
| 27th August 2008 |
St Mary's Church Tour - 11.00 am. Free tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Meet at the visitor centre | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 27th August 2008 |
The 96th Annual Reeth Show - A traditional dales show in picturesque surroundings, Reeth Show in Swaledale, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, is a great day out for the whole family, with entertainments, trade stands and a chance to see some of the best livestock on display. A real treat for everyone, whether you live in the area or are here on holiday Attractions - This years main attraction is the 'Xtreme trials display team'. There will also be many other attractions in the main ring, a variety of trade stands, (with the Tennants Cup for the Best Trade Stand), as well as: Craft Tents Dry Stone Walling Competition Open Fell Race, (classes for BOFRA) Open Quoits Competition Vintage Tractors Reeth Brass Band Open Sheepdog Trial Childrens Entertainments Licensed Bar and Food Facilities Classes - SHEEP: Swaledale, Blue-faced Leicester, Teeswater, Masham, Texel, Jacob, Mules and Dalesbred HORSES: Pony Breeding and Riding, Fell, Dales Shetland and Welsh Ponies, Coloured Classes, Mounted Fancy Dress Open Driving Competition. Pets Class. Young Farmers' Classes, Poultry, Children's Classes, Horticulture, Produce, Preserves, Home-made Wine, Bread and Cakes, Handicrafts, Paintings, Photography, Walking Sticks, Miscellany/Group/Individual Classes, Handwriting. |
Reeth Show |
| 27th August 2008 |
Scarborough Jazz @ The Cask present - General Cluster An architect, a financial adviser, a university music lecturer, an artist, an ex–educationalist and a professional bass player– all with a passion for jazz and a long experience of playing it – and you have the popular six-piece band General Cluster. Charlie Parker, Quincy Jones, Shorty Rogers and Antonio Carlos Jobim classics are on the menu and some original material by Steve Whitehead (saxes & clarinet). Although this popular band plays very tight arrangements of jazz standards and some original compositions there is a great emphasis on instrumental improvisation |
The Cask Inn Scarborough Scarborough Jazz |
| 27-29th August 2008 |
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present - Much Ado About Nothing Written by William Shakespeare Returning to York following their critical success of Romeo and Juliet. The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Much Ado About Nothing - A glorious summer comedy for all the family. Promise of a masked ball hastens the men from battle to the festive house of Leonato, where beautiful, wealthy young Hero catches the eye of Claudio, the dashing soldier. Instantly attracted to each other, they rush into marriage. There is no such hurry for seasoned singles Beatrice and Benedick, whose scorn for love and penchant for verbal sparring provoke their scheming friends to plot a happy ending |
York Theatre Royal |
| 28th August 2008 |
Astronomy Talks - Our talks are quite informal, they are given by curator of astronomy Martin Lunn and take place inside the museum in the Tempest Anderson Hall, usually twice a day. The stars - Unlock the secrets of the stars. 11.30 am and 2.00 pm |
Yorkshire Museum |
| 28th August 2008 |
The Black Swan Folk Club present - Bryony. A rescheduled date for this excellent band after they had to pull out of their February booking. Founded in York in 1981 by Alison Younger, Ailsa Mackenzie and Cathy Barclay, Bryony had a very successful club and festival career and were often seen at the Black Swan, where Alison was resident MC. They parted in 1986 but have recently reformed. Their trademark vocals are as sweet as ever, accompanied by Appalachian and hammered dulcimers, harp and recorders | 8.00 pm Black Swan, Peasholme Green B.S.F.C. |
| 28th August 2008 |
Taster Tour - 10.30 am. As the name suggests enjoy a taste of everything this World Heritage Site has to offer. Meet at the Visitor Centre | Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens |
| 29th August 2008 |
'Inaccessible York Walking Tour' - A unique opportunity to enter parts of York normally not open to the public, to descend into cellars and Roman remains, explore secret passages, crypts, mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian interiors. The theme for this walk 'A Complete City Walls Tour' - A guided tour of the 3 mile circuit of the Walls, with unrivalled views over the city. Beautiful in spring when the daffodils bloom. (Please note: dogs are not allowed on the walls) | 10.30 am YorkWalk |
| 29th August 2008 |