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Posted on 27 November 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 135

Welcome to your regular Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Quiz Night at The Angel
The Sunday evening quiz is held each week at 8pm at The Angel. Entry is £1 per person and all the takings go to the winning team.

St Columba’s Church services
• TODAY: at 10.45am – Advent Sunday Holy Communion.
• Sunday 4 December at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong
• Sunday 11 December at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Regular Sunday services conclude with refreshments.

Rainton Christmas Fair
TODAY – from 11am until 1pm. Handmade wreaths, Christmas decorations, unwanted gifts and toys being sold in aid of the village play Park and Village Hall. Refreshments of bacon sarnies, mince pies and cakes.

Mala Bead Necklace Workshop

TODAY – between 1:30 and 4:30pm.
Location: Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall.
Cost: £35.00 per person including all materials and afternoon tea.

A three-hour workshop designing and creating a string of Mala beads and learning about the history of Mala. All materials will be provided, including afternoon tea and an organic cotton drawstring bag in which to store or present your necklace. Last minute bookings via:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-to-make-a-mala-bead-necklace-tickets-465092081937

Dalton expansion plans
As expected, Hambleton Council’s planning committee approved the Eldmire Lane development on the Dalton Industrial Estate at its meeting last Thursday. In fact, the approval was unanimous.

Fortunately, the planning committee acknowledged the strength of feeling in local communities and approved the plan with a number of conditions that go a long way towards meeting community expectations.

Most villagers will accept new developments and the jobs that come with them, but only if guaranteed conditions are attached to protect our villages from illegal HGV trespass.

Topcliffe Parish Council fought hard to ensure the planning committee, county highways department and the developer fully understood the strength of feeling within local communities and thankfully a string of suitable conditions were attached to the final approval.

The developer has agreed to make a fixed sum contribution to the provision of an APNR camera system, and the Highways Department and the developer have jointly prepared a new signage scheme for the A168 and other local roads.

There are fears that despite requiring these desirable conditions, the national highway agency and others in authority will find it difficult to get things put in place in a timely fashion. There is talk of considerable delay whilst details are considered, like road signs being designed and erected. That sort of bureaucratic delay will be totally unacceptable to villagers and no doubt pressure will be brought to bear on those who impede progress.

Meanwhile, a big thank you is given to the parish councils in Topcliffe and Asenby and to all of the villagers who took the time to comment on the Dalton plan and to make sure that councillors and planners realised the strength of feeling locally.

Some media coverage of this story:
Topcliffe: Call for action over lorry drivers ignoring village HGV ban – BBC News

Magna Carta village in Yorkshire says ’70 lorries a day’ are ignoring HGV ban and damaging listed toll booth | Yorkshire Post

Topcliffe & Asenby Community Warm-Up
Warm-Up lunches take place at the Village Hall every Wednesday between 11.30am and 1.30pm. The lunches are open to anyone who wishes to come along.

Last Wednesday £126 was raised, of which £75 was donated to Community Works in Thirsk. The balance has gone into the Warm-Up Community Help fund. This will help pay for food in future weeks and the organisers are looking at how further support might be offered to those in need during these financially difficult times.

If you can donate any ingredients for a forthcoming lunch or would like to help in some way, please get in touch with Karen Morley on 01845 577426 or Linda Carver on 01845 578014.

Christmas trees on sale in Topcliffe
This festive season Josh Barningham is selling Christmas trees from the family farm on Long Street. Trees can be inspected and ordered now and they will be available for collection from early December (or earlier by agreement). The Yorkshire-sourced Nordmann trees measure 4 to 8 feet and can be fresh cut or potted. Check out the sales leaflet here for sizes and prices. Enquiries and orders – 07716 334211 or via Facebook.

Christmas Lunch for local pensioners
This year’s pensioners’ Christmas lunch will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on 13 December at 12.30pm and places are going fast! The cost for a three course Christmas lunch with drinks and entertainment is just £15 (a price that is considerably subsidised). For more information check out the poster here. To book please contact Judith Lowe on 01845 577911.

Water works lead to road closure in Asenby
Asenby residents are reminded that Yorkshire Water will be installing a new water supply this week which requires the closure of the main road through Asenby outside Laneside for two days – 29 and 30 November.

The road closure and associated diversion routes can be viewed using this link https://one.network/?tm=131606405

Knit and Natter
There’ll be Knit & Natter sessions on the following Thursdays in December – 1, 8, 15 and 22 December. They are held in the TV lounge at The Angel, starting at 1.30pm. The cost for refreshments remains at £3 and everyone is welcome to attend, whether for a knit, just for a natter or both!

Topcliffe Parish Council
The next meeting of Topcliffe Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Thursday 1 December.

What’s on at The Catton Kitchen
Christmas Wreath Making – this year’s sessions will be held on:

Friday 2 December at 5.30-7.30pm
Saturday 3 December at 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 4 December at 12.30-2.30pm.

They will be held in the little tipi with wood burning stove, mince pies and mulled wine. There’s already considerable interest in these sessions, so please book early so that you are not disappointed. £45 per person (same price as last year).

Ready meals and pies – have been a huge hit and they are now being made every other week to keep up with demand. Recipes are being alternated to keep things fresh and offer wider choice.

Fresh bread – a new bread range, launched a few weeks ago, is proving extremely popular and attracting much positive feedback.

Opening hours – are being kept the same at the moment (Friday and Saturdays 10am to 2pm and Sundays 10am to 12 noon), whereas last year winter hours started in October. The new tipi with log burner means there is a dry and warm space for customers.

Hugo and Amy are concentrating on their planting calendar at the moment and hope to expand on bed space again next spring offering even more seasonal veg. They’re also looking at ways of expanding the number of events they can hold in 2023.

Dalton Christmas Fair
Dalton church’s Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday 3 December between 10am and 12 noon. There will be various stalls, a tombola, bacon butties, and a visit by Santa with presents for the children. All welcome. contact Sylvia on 01845 577020. There will also be an opportunity to put a message on the village Christmas tree, at a cost of £2 – please take your message to Sylvia at 30 Chapel Garth.

Thirsk Farmers’ Market
The regular Northern Dales Farmers’ Market will take place in Thirsk Market Place on Sunday 4 December. There’ll be hand-picked stallholders, so you can be sure you’re buying from local, small and independent food and drink producers. For more information visit: http://www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

The Repair Cafe
The next Repair Cafe will be held at Thirsk Library on Saturday 10 December between 10am and 2pm. 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. Bring clothes, furniture, small appliances, toys, computers, phones, tools or anything else needing attention. Voluntary donation.

RBL Christmas Concert
Thirsk Royal British Legion Band will be performing their Christmas Concert at Thirsk Town Hall on Saturday 10 December at 7.30pm. Refreshments and Raffle. Free with a retiring collection. Just turn up!

Dalton Christmas Pantomime
Dalton village’s annual panto will be Cinderella, to be held in the Village Hall on Monday 12 December at 7.00pm and Thursday 22 December at 6.30pm. Tickets are £9 for adults and £5 for children. The bar will be open. Availability is limited, so if you would like a ticket, please contact Eleanor on 07841 036340.

Art classes at the Village Hall
There’s a wide choice of art classes scheduled at Topcliffe and Asenby Village Hall over the next couple of months, all hosted by talented artist and teacher Rebecca Jayne.

Thursday 15 December – “How to paint a hare, fox or owl in a moonlit winter landscape using acrylics”. The cost is £25 and this includes all materials needed to complete your masterpiece. Refreshments will be provided. Time: 10.30am to 1pm.
Monday 9 January – a new series of the popular weekly art classes will start and run until 7 February. 10am and 12 noon. Bring your own materials and create works you will be proud of.
Saturday 30 January 2023 – 10am to 1pm – Painting on Fabric – helpful tips and techniques with creating your own creative, vibrant painting on fabric. Equipment and paint provided. Refreshments included. Just bring your fabric item – Denim Jacket, purse, bag, baseball boots, cushion cover, table runner or other item. On booking further details will be sent about the session.

All of the advertised art classes are for artists of every level of experience…or of none! Expert guidance is offered throughout the sessions. More information and online booking at http://www.rebeccajayneartist.co.uk

Ripon canal boat trips
Fancy a festive trip along Ripon canal this Christmas? Tickets are now on sale for the winter warmer canal boat trips on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 December. Trips take 45 minutes and start at 1.30pm. Tickets are £8.50 each and are available from Cathedral View Cafe, Ripon. Price includes homemade mince pie or chocolate brownie option (gluten free and vegetarian options), mulled wine/fruit punch. For children hot chocolate with all the trimmings is on offer. Full details here.

Christmas learning at Thirsk library
Children aged up to 11 years are invited to pop along to Thirsk Library’s free drop in event with lots of Christmas activities between 10am and 2pm on Monday 19 December. Christmas crafts, games, reading, drawing, colouring and lots more. Email for more information or just turn up and join in. [email protected]

Textile recycling
This is advance notice that the next Bags2School textile recycling event will be held on Monday 23 January 2023. If you’re having an annual clear out of cupboards and wardrobes in the New Year, please save your discarded clothing. You’ll be able to drop off your bags of textiles at the Village Hall between 8.30am and 12 noon. If you have trouble storing the bags, contact Donna Fleming (07591 438766) or Doug Allan (07785 223707) and they will try to make arrangements for storage until the collection day. The proceeds of the event will be shared between the Village Hall and 1st Topcliffe Scouts.

What’s on at The RItz

To Thursday 1 December (Matinee Wednesday 30) – The Banshees of Inisherin.
Friday 2 to Thursday 8 December (No matinees) – Living.
Friday 9 to Friday 15 December (Matinees on Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Wednesday 14) – Matilda – The Musical.
Friday 16 to Thursday 22 December (No matinees) – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Friday 23 December through to Thursday 5 January (no matinees. Each day except dates the cinema is closed – see below) – Strange World.
Closed 24, 25, 26 and 31 December and 1 January

Updates: Please keep checking the website for the latest details – https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/

Rural Arts launches spring programme
As Rural Arts approaches its 30th anniversary it has announced plans for an amazing programme of events for adults, children and families, including workshops, exhibitions, music and dance performances and lots more. Rural Arts is based at The Courthouse in Thirsk. The full programme can be checked-out at http://www.ruralarts.org

St James’ Church Coffee and Chat
Baldersby St James – every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon.

Local traders

A list of local traders in Topcliffe and Asenby can be viewed here.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 1 December (final garden waste collection this year) and 15 December.
Refuse – Mondays 5 and 19 December.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Garden waste – Thursdays 1 December (final garden waste collection of this year) and 15 December.
Recycling – Mondays 5 and 19 December.
Refuse – Mondays 28 November and 12 December.

That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.

Posted on 20 November 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 134

Welcome to your regular Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Quiz Night at The Angel
The first quiz, since lockdown, was held last Sunday evening. It went well, with 19 competitors in five teams testing their knowledge. It’s now going to be held every Sunday at 8pm. There are two sections of 20 questions each and a decider in case of a draw. Entry is £1 per person and all the takings go to the winning team.

St Columba’s Church services
• TODAY: At 10.45am – Choral Matins.
• Sunday 27 November at 10.45am – Advent Sunday Holy Communion.
• Sunday 4 December at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong
• Sunday 11 December at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Regular Sunday services conclude with refreshments.

Tabletop Sale
TODAY – There’s a tabletop sale on at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall between 10am and 3pm. There’ll be a range of stalls, face painting plus refreshments. See details on leaflet here.

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

Topcliffe Bridge Repairs
North Yorkshire County Council has provided an update on planned repairs to Topcliffe Bridge. The tender documentation for the construction of the new bridge parapet has been published with responses from companies to be returned by 16 December. The contract will require completion of the work by the end of the financial year (31 March).

Dalton expansion plans
Hambleton Council’s planning committee will meet to decide the recent Dalton Industrial Estate expansion plan on Thursday 24 November at 1.30pm. The meeting will be held at the Civic Centre in Northallerton. The officer recommendation is that it should be approved.

According to the planning portal, 43 individuals, along with both Asenby and Topcliffe parish councils, have registered their comments. It’s clear that the majority would generally be in favour of new developments and the jobs that come with them, but only if guaranteed conditions are attached to protect our villages from illegal HGV trespass.

The updated planning officer’s report to the committee does now include a list of conditions that go some way to meet the demands of Topcliffe and Asenby.

Last week Topcliffe Parish Council had discussions with the developer and North Yorkshire County Council’s Highways Department. The developer has agreed to make a fixed sum contribution to the provision of an APNR camera system, and the Highways Department and the developer have jointly prepared a new signage scheme for the A168 and other local roads. Both actions meet the Parish Council’s suggested conditions and therefore it is now supporting the planning application.

The full text of Topcliffe Parish Council’s update on the situation can be viewed here.

Topcliffe & Asenby Community Warm-Up
Warm-Up lunches take place at the Village Hall every Wednesday between 11.30am and 1.30pm. The lunches are open to anyone who wishes to come along.

Last Wednesday £111 was raised, of which £75 was donated to the local branch of Cancer Research. The balance has gone into the Warm-Up Community Help fund. This will help pay for food in future weeks and the organisers are looking at how further support might be offered to those in need during these financially difficult times.

If you can donate any ingredients for a forthcoming lunch or would like to help in some way, please get in touch with Karen Morley on 01845 577426 or Linda Carver on 01845 578014.

Christmas trees on sale in Topcliffe
This festive season Josh Barningham is selling Christmas trees from the family farm on Long Street. Trees can be inspected and ordered now and trees will be available for collection from early December (or earlier by agreement). The Yorkshire-sourced Nordmann trees measure 4 to 8 feet and can be fresh cut or potted. Check out the sales leaflet here for sizes and prices. Enquiries and orders – 07716 334211 or via Facebook.

Christmas Lunch for local pensioners
This year’s pensioners’ Christmas lunch will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on 13 December at 12.30pm. The cost for a three course Christmas lunch with drinks and entertainment is just £15 (a price that is considerably subsidised). For more information check out the poster here. To book please contact Judith Lowe on 01845 577911.

Water works lead to road closure in Asenby
North Yorkshire County Council’s highways department has advised Asenby Parish Council of plans by Yorkshire Water to close the main road through Asenby outside Laneside for two days – 29 and 30 November 2022 – to install a new water supply.

The road closure and associated diversion routes can be viewed using this link https://one.network/?tm=131606405

Mala Bead Necklace Workshop

Location: Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall.
Date and time: Sunday 27 November between 1:30 and 4:30pm.
Cost: £35.00 per person including all materials and afternoon tea.

Mala translates to ‘String of Beads’, originating from the ancient lineage of the Himalayan Yogis and traditionally used as a tool during prayers. Today a Mala is still used by thousands of practicing Yogis but it also makes a wonderful decorative necklace or bracelet for yourself or as the perfect Christmas gift. It can make for a really great talking point around the dinner table!
During this three-hour workshop participants will design and create their own string of Mala beads and learn about the history of Mala, and how they are used in practice. In a simple guided meditation, each person will set an intention for their beads.

No previous experience is necessary. All materials will be provided, including afternoon tea (please advise of any allergies) and an organic cotton drawstring bag in which to store or present your necklace. Places are limited and bookings should be made by using this link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-to-make-a-mala-bead-necklace-tickets-465092081937

Letter to Santa
Just a reminder about the deadline for requesting a letter from Santa. Make sure your letter is posted by Friday 9 December or there’s a risk Father Christmas won’t be able to send an answer.

In the letter, let Santa know what you’d like for Christmas so he can add you to his list.
Put your full name and address in your letter so Santa knows where to reply.
Write this address – Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland XM4 5HQ – on the envelope and stick a stamp on it.

Stackable chairs
The Village Hall has just taken possession of some brand new chairs that were donated by a community organisation in York. This means that twenty older stackable chairs are surplus to requirements and are being offered to any local organisation that is able to make use of them. If interested, please contact Doug Allan on 07785 223707.

Energy Saving Tips
With the cost of living on the rise, there’s never been a better time to cut your energy bills and be kind to the planet. Over half of the energy costs in most homes goes on heating and hot water, so it’s really important to look at home heating habits to see if there are small changes that can be made to reduce heating bills. Supplier EDF has put together these tips, but they are relevant for everyone.

•   Turn down your thermostat. Just one degree lower could save you up to £128 a year. Set a timer on your thermostat for your heating to come on only when you need it.
•   Turn the heating flow temperature down on your combi boiler from 80℃ to 60℃ to save up to £112 per year. Such a reduction cuts the boiler’s energy consumption, without lowering the temperature of your home. This isn’t suitable for all systems so check your boiler instructions or contact your supplier.
•   Don’t heat empty rooms. Individual radiator thermostats mean you can adjust the temperature in each room accordingly.
•   Keep doors between adjoining rooms shut. This way, you stop the heat from escaping.
•   Run your heating for an hour less each day. Even using a little less energy each day adds up to savings over time.
•   Bleed your radiators. Trapped air can make your radiators less efficient, so they’ll be slower to heat up.
•   Keep the heat in. Simply closing your blinds or curtains in the evening can also stop heat loss by up to 17%. Just be sure your curtains don’t cover the radiators.

Festivities in Ripon
Ripon’s Christmas celebrations are underway. The lights were switched on yesterday and over the weekend of 25 and 26 November, between 9.30am and 4.30pm, there’s a Christmas Gift and Food Fair at Ripon Cathedral. Over 100 stalls, children’s craft activities and live music. Tickets £5 for adults and free for accompanied under-12s. www.riponcathedral.org.uk

On Sunday 27 November there’s also an Artisan Christmas Market being held on the Market Square between 10am and 3pm. www.littlebirdmade.com
then 5.30pm, there’ll be an Advent Procession and candlelit Carol service at the Cathedral.

Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Village Hall Committee will take place in the Village Hall at 7.30pm on Tuesday 22 November 2022.

Asenby Institute AGM
To be held at 2.30pm on Wednesday 23 November at Green End Cottage, Asenby. Everyone welcome, especially those who might be interested in finding out more about the work of the Institute and joining the committee.

Thirsk Christmas Lights Switch On
Thirsk Market Place – Friday 25 November. Entertainment starts at 5pm with performances from the Rock Choir, Butterflies, Richmondshire, Thirsk and Dales Gymnasts and JS Karate Academy. The lights will be switched on at 6.30pm.

Rainton Christmas Fair
Sunday 27 November from 11am until 1pm. Handmade wreaths, Christmas decorations, unwanted gifts and toys being sold in aid of the village play park and village hall. Refreshments of bacon sarnies, mince pies and cakes.

Knit and Natter
The next session will be at 1.30pm on Thursday 1 December in the TV lounge at The Angel. The cost for refreshments remains at £3 and everyone is welcome to attend, whether for a knit, just for a natter or both!

Topcliffe Parish Council
The next meeting of Topcliffe Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Thursday 1 December 2022.

What’s on at The Catton Kitchen
Christmas Wreath Making – this year’s sessions will be held on:

Friday 2 December at 5.30-7.30pm
Saturday 3 December at 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 4 December at 12.30-2.30pm.

They will be held in the little tipi with wood burning stove, mince pies and mulled wine There’s already considerable interest in these sessions, so please book early so that you are not disappointed. £45 per person (same price as last year).

Ready Meals – a wide range of ready meals, including pies are available.

Planets Galore
Sutton Bank National Park Centre is staging another night of star gazing on Saturday 3 December 2022 between 7 and 9pm. It’s called ‘Planets and a Rising Moon’ and it promises to be an exciting night spying the ‘stars’ of the Solar System. £16, child £10.50. Book online at http://gostargazing.co.uk/events

Glow 2022 at Harlow Carr
The RHS’s festive light spectacular at Garden Harlow Carr starts is now on until 30 December, 4.30 – 8.30pm. Members: peak adult £8.95, off-peak adult £7.95. Non-members: peak adult £14.95, off-peak adult £12.95. Tickets must be booked in advance
https://gardentickets.rhs.org.uk/rhshc/sessions.aspx?tid=1

Dalton Christmas Pantomime
Dalton village’s annual panto will be Cinderella, to be held in the village hall on Monday 12 December at 7.00pm and Thursday 22 December at 6.30pm. Tickets are £9 for adults and £5 for children. The bar will be open. Availability is limited, so if you would like a ticket, please contact Eleanor on 07841 036340.

Thursday 15 December – “How to paint a hare, fox or owl in a moonlit winter landscape using acrylics”. The cost is £25 and this includes all materials needed to complete your masterpiece. Refreshments will be provided. Time: 10.30am to 1pm.
Monday 9 January – a new series of the popular weekly art classes will start and run until 7 February. 10am and 12 noon. Bring your own materials and create works you will be proud of.
Saturday 30 January 2023 – 10am to 1pm – Painting on Fabric – helpful tips and techniques with creating your own creative, vibrant painting on fabric. Equipment and paint provided. Refreshments included. Just bring your fabric item – Denim Jacket, purse, bag, baseball boots, cushion cover, table runner or other item. On booking further details will be sent about the session.

What’s on at The RItz

To Thursday 24 November (No matinees) – Black Adam
Friday 25 November to Thursday 1 December (Matinee Wednesday 30) – The Banshees of Inisherin.
Friday 2 to Thursday 8 December (No matinees) – Living.
Friday 9 to Friday 15 December (Matinees on Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Wednesday 14) – Matilda – The Musical.

Updates: Please keep checking the website for the latest details – https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/

Rural Arts launches Spring programme
As Rural Arts appoaches its 30th anniversary it has announced plans for an amazing programme of events for adults, children and families, including workshops, exhibitions, music and dance performances and lots more. Rural Arts is based at The Courthouse in Thirsk. The full programme can be checked-out at http://www.ruralarts.org

St James Coffee and Chat
Baldersby St James – every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon.

Local traders

A list of local traders in Topcliffe and Asenby can be viewed here.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Refuse – Mondays 21 November and 5 December.
Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 1 December (final green bin collection this year) and 15 December.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Recycling – Mondays 21 November and 5 December.
Refuse – Mondays 28 November and 12 December.
Garden waste – Thursdays 1 December (final garden waste collection of this year) and 15 December.

That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.

Posted on 13 November 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 133

Welcome to your regular Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Quiz Night at The Angel
TONIGHT -The Sunday evening quiz night at The Angel starts again. It will be held in the lounge area to the left of the main bar as you walk in the main Long Street entrance. It’ll start at 8pm. There’ll be two sections of 20 questions each and a decider in case of a draw. Entry is £1 per person and all the takings will go to the winning team.

St Columba’s Church services
• TODAY: Sunday 13 November at 10.45am – Service of Remembrance led by army chaplain Revd. Stephen Wilson and at 11.45am Holy Communion with Baptism led by Revd. Steven Harvey.
• Sunday 20 November at 10.45am – Choral Matins.
• Sunday 27 November at 10.45am – Advent Sunday Holy Communion.

Regular Sunday services conclude with refreshments.

Dalton expansion plans – not much time left to have your say
Hambleton Council’s planning committee will very soon be deciding on a recent application for a significant development of industrial units at Dalton Industrial Estate.

Topcliffe Parish Council has submitted its formal response to the application and it can be read here or on the village website at http://www.topcliffe.org.uk

There’s still time for residents of both Topcliffe and Asenby to add their own comments by visiting Hambleton’s planning portal. You can follow the link below to see how you can have your say and help protect our environment and village life.

https://planning.hambleton.gov.uk/online-applications

The application reference number is 22/01474/OUT

Topcliffe & Asenby Community Warm-Up
Warm-Up lunches take place at the Village Hall every Wednesday between 11.30am and 1.30pm. There is no specific charge for lunch, though those who can manage it are asked to make a donation. The lunches are open to anyone who wishes to come along.

Last Wednesday £90 was raised, of which £50 will be contributed towards the cost of the pensioners’ Christmas Lunch on 13 December. The balance has gone into the Warm-Up Community Help fund. This will help pay for food in future weeks and the organisers are looking at how further support might be offered to those in need during these financially difficult times.

If you can donate any ingredients for a forthcoming lunch or would like to help in some way, please get in touch with Karen Morley on 01845 577426 or Linda Carver on 01845 578014.

Terry Ford
It is with much sadness that we share the news that Asenby resident Terry Ford – beloved husband of Carole – died on Thursday 10 November in Harrogate Hospital. He would have been 89 next month. He was well known around the village of Asenby for his love of dogs and many, who may not have known his name, knew him simply as ‘the man who walks his dogs’.

There will be a service at Maple Park Crematorium on Friday 25 November at 10am to which all those who knew Terry are warmly invited. There is no need to wear dark, formal clothes nor to send flowers. He will be sorely missed.

Mala Bead Necklace Workshop

Location: Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall.
Date and time: Sunday 27 November between 1:30 and 4:30pm.
Cost: £35.00 per person including all materials and afternoon tea.

This is a one-off special class hosted by Holly Brown, who is visiting family in Asenby over the festive season. Holly is the daughter of Asenby parish councillor, Jane Gallon. She grew up in the Lake District and has spent the past 10 years living on the West Coast of Australia where she has been sharing traditional practices from the ancient Himalayan yogic teachings with the local community. Holly also has a passion for music so you will often find her alongside her harmonium learning and practicing not only the traditional chants but also a few familiar tunes too. Her current favourite being the childhood classic ‘You Are My Sunshine’. Holly is really looking forward to introducing a few villagers to the art of Mala at her unique workshop.

Successful Christmas Fayre
The Christmas Fayre held yesterday at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall was a great success with plenty of people popping in to check out the craft stalls, which offered a fascinating range of ideas for Christmas presents.

The organisers – led by Karen and Malcolm Morley, Linda Carver and Linda Robinson – did a wonderful job of pulling the event together and providing lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

They raised £264 which will go towards maintaining the village hall, which like households, is impacted by recent cost of living increases.

A special mention for Karen’s sister, Susan Hammond, who ran a tombola stall and raised £135 – which was shared between Animal Crew Rescue and the Topcliffe Warm-Up Community Help Fund.

Letter to Santa
It’s nearly Christmas and Santa is busy getting everything ready. If your children would like to write to Santa here’s what they need to do.

Make sure your letter arrives in time for him to send a reply: Post it by Friday 9 December.
In the letter, let Santa know what you’d like for Christmas so he can add you to his list.
Put your full name and address in your letter so Santa knows where to reply.
Write this address – Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland XM4 5HQ – on the envelope and stick a stamp on it.

Local Business Awards
Everyone is being encouraged to nominate businesses or individuals from across Hambleton in Hambleton District Council’s annual Business Awards. The awards ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate business success in the area and the council is keen to receive nominations for those businesses and individuals people think should be recognised for their achievements.

The closing date for nominations is Saturday 31 December. For the categories and how to enter see hambleton.gov.uk/businessawards

For further information please email [email protected]

Cybercrime Advice Talk
Any group or organisation that would benefit from a cybercrime advice talk is invited to get in touch with North Yorkshire Police to set up a presentation. The cybercrime team regularly delivers presentations and talks to help people keep safe from cybercrime. It can offer expert advice on keeping your online accounts safe, how to protect yourself against phishing attacks and what to do if the worst happens and your account/s get hacked. Please email [email protected]

Asenby Parish Council
The next meeting of Asenby Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Monday 14 November 2022.

Knit and Natter
The next session will be at 1.30pm on Thursday 17 November in the TV lounge at The Angel. The cost for refreshments remains at £3 and everyone is welcome to attend, whether for a knit, just for a natter or both!

Glow 2022 at Harlow Carr
Let it Glow! Enjoy an unmissable after dark spectacle of lights at RHS Garden Harlow Carr this festive season. See the garden in breathtaking beauty as amazing illuminations light your way on a spectacular Glow trail.

Members: peak adult £8.95, off-peak adult £7.95. Non-members: peak adult £14.95, off-peak adult £12.95. Open from 17 November to 30 December (check site for specific days) – 4.30pm – 8.30pm. Tickets must be booked in advance – https://gardentickets.rhs.org.uk/rhshc/sessions.aspx?tid=1

Sessay Christmas Fair
The village fair is on Saturday 19 November between 10am and 3pm at Sessay Village Hall. Full details here.

Table Top Sale
There’s to be a table top sale at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on Sunday 20 November between 10am and 3pm. There’ll be a range of stalls, face painting plus refreshments. See details on leaflet here.

Dalton Autumn Lunch
Dalton church’s Autumn Lunch will be on Sunday 20 November – 12 noon for 12.30pm. There will be hot food, to include turkey, roast beef, ham and lots of vegetables, followed by many, many sweets. You will not go home hungry! Tickets are £12 per head, with a family ticket for 2 adults and 2+ children at £30, will be available from Judy on 01845 577607. Space is limited, so don’t wait to get your tickets.

Artisan Market – Thirsk Market Place
Locally-produced arts & crafts, food and drink. A diverse, quality, shopping
experience that celebrates independent producers and makers. 10am-3pm on Sunday 20 November. http://www.littlebirdmade.com

Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Village Hall Committee will take place in the Village Hall at 7.30pm on Tuesday 22 November 2022.

Thirsk Christmas Lights Switch On
Thirsk Market Place – Friday 25 November at 6pm.

Topcliffe Parish Council
The next meeting of Topcliffe Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Thursday 1 December 2022.

What’s on at The Catton Kitchen
Christmas Wreath Making – this year’s sessions will be held on:

Friday 2 December at 5.30-7.30pm
Saturday 3 December at 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 4 December at 12.30-2.30pm.

Ready Meals – a wide range of ready meals, including pies are available.

Dalton Christmas Fair
Dalton church’s Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday 3 December between 10am and 12 noon. There will be various stalls, a tombola, bacon butties, and a visit by Santa with presents for the children. All welcome. contact Silvia on 01845 577020. There will also be an opportunity to put a message on the village Christmas tree, at a cost of £2 – please take your message to Sylvia at 30 Chapel Garth.

Art class at the Village Hall
A special art class is scheduled to take place on Thursday 15 December – “How to paint a hare, fox or owl in a moonlit winter landscape using acrylics”. This class is for artists of every level of experience…or of none! Expert guidance is offered throughout the session. Classes are £25 and this includes all materials needed to complete your masterpiece. Refreshments are served. Times: 10.30am to 1pm. More information and online booking at http://www.rebeccajayneartist.co.uk

Ripon canal boat trips
Fancy a festive trip along the Ripon canal this Christmas? Tickets are now on sale for the winter warmer canal boat trips on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 December. Trips take 45 minutes and start at 1.30pm. Tickets are £8.50 each and are available from Cathedral View Cafe, Ripon. Price includes homemade mince pie or chocolate brownie option (gluten free and vegetarian options), mulled wine/fruit punch. For children hot chocolate with all the trimmings is on offer. Full details here.

What’s on at The RItz

To Thursday 17 November (matinee Wednesday 16) – Emily
Friday 18 to Thursday 24 November (No matinees) – Black Adam
Friday 25 November to Thursday 1 December (Matinee Wednesday 30) – The Banshees of Inisherin.
Friday 2 to Thursday 8 December (No matinees) – Living.
Friday 9 to Friday 15 December (Matinees on Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Wednesday 14) – Matilda – The Musical.

Updates: Please keep checking the website for the latest details – https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/

St James Coffee and Chat
Baldersby St James – every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon.

Local traders

A list of local traders in Topcliffe and Asenby can be viewed here.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 17 November and 1 December (final green bin collection this year).
Refuse – Mondays 21 November and 5 December.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Refuse – Mondays 14 and 28 November.
Garden waste – Thursdays 17 November and 1 December (final garden waste collection of this year).
Recycling – Mondays 21 November and 5 December.

That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.

Posted on 6 November 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 132

Welcome to your regular Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Dalton expansion plans – have your say
Hambleton Council’s planning committee could have been close to approving a major planning application last week despite the fact that statutory consultees, including Dalton, Asenby and Topcliffe parish councils were unaware that the application had even been submitted. This means that residents in those villages were also in the dark about the plan. Fortunately, the planning committee accepted a deferral to give these consultees an opportunity to comment.

The application is for a significant development of industrial units and although, if approved, it will help create many new job opportunities, the application fails to mention the potential traffic impacts on the surrounding villages. Topcliffe doesn’t even get a mention when it comes to HGV movements!

At its meeting last Thursday, Topcliffe Parish Council agreed its position and will be submitting a formal response to the application without delay.

Topcliffe council is delivering a leaflet to all households in the village to inform residents of the situation and to encourage them to comment on the application. A copy of this leaflet can be read here.

It is also hoped that residents of both Topcliffe and Asenby will add their own comments by visiting Hambleton’s planning portal. You can follow the link below to see how you can have your say and help protect our environment and village life.

https://planning.hambleton.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=RDVWHAHUMME00&activeTab=summary

This story was reported in the Yorkshire Post last week. You can read the article here.

Last Wednesday £121.50 was raised, of which £75 will be used to help with production costs of The Tattler newsletter. The balance has gone into the Warm-Up Community Help fund. This will help pay for food in future weeks and the organisers are looking at how further support might be offered to those in need during these financially difficult times.

If you can donate any ingredients for a forthcoming lunch or would like to help in some way, please get in touch with Karen Morley on 01845 577426 or Linda Carver on 01845 578014.

St Columba’s Church services
• TODAY: Sunday 6 November at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong.
• Sunday 13 November at 10.45am – Service of Remembrance and at
11.45am Holy Communion with Baptism. Both services will be led
by Revd. Steven Harvey.
• Sunday 20 November at 10.45am – Choral Matins.
• Sunday 27 November at 10.45am – Advent Sunday Holy Communion.

Regular Sunday services conclude with refreshments.

Thirsk Garden Centre Christmas Market
TODAY: The Thirsk Garden Centre Christmas Market continues today, 6 November, with lots of small local businesses showcasing their crafts and festive products. There’s also discounts available across the store, plus many competitions and a Hog Roast. Opens 10am. Free Entry.
http://www.thirskgardencentre.co.uk

Northern Dales Farmers’ Market
TODAY: There’ll be a Farmers’ market on Thirsk Market Place today from 10am. All stallholders are hand-picked so you can be sure that you’re buying from some of the very best food and drink producers in the country. And they’re all local small independent family businesses.

Make a note in your diary – the Christmas Market is on Sunday 4 December.
http://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Quiz Night at The Angel
The Sunday evening quiz night at The Angel starts again on Sunday 13 November. It will be held in the lounge area to the left of the main bar as you walk in the main Long Street entrance. It’ll start at 8pm. Generally, participants will be in teams of four, which will be made up on the night. There’ll be two sections of 20 questions each and a decider in case of a draw. Entry is £1 per person and all the takings will go to the winning team.

Cross Talk – November edition
The latest edition of the church newsletter Cross Talk has been published and can be viewed here.

Topcliffe Post Office Shop – Saturday opening hours
Reminder: From Saturday 5 November the Post Office shop will open on Saturdays at 8am. The rest of the week opening hours remain as 7.30am.

Avian Influenza – housing of all domestic poultry
Both Topcliffe and Asenby are at present in Avian Influenza 10km surveillance zones following outbreaks of the disease in commercial poultry near Easingwold and near Thirsk. But as from tomorrow, Monday 7 November, mandatory measures for all poultry and captive birds come into force in all areas of England. The measures legally require all bird keepers to keep their birds indoors and to follow stringent biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the disease, regardless of type or size.

Topcliffe Christmas Fayre
This year’s Christmas fayre will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on Saturday 12 November between 10.30am and 3pm. There’ll be lots of craft stalls with a range of wonderful ideas for Christmas presents. At lunchtime, pies and peas (or a veggie alternative) will be on sale at just £3. There’ll also be plenty of cakes, bakes, tea, coffee and hot chocolate throughout the day.

Entry is free. All proceeds from the day will help towards the upkeep of the Village Hall. Full details here.

Asenby Parish Council
The next meeting of Asenby Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Monday 14 November 2022.

Sessay Christmas Fair
The village fair is on Saturday 19 November between 10am and 3pm at Sessay Village Hall. Full details here.

Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Village Hall Committee will take place in the Village Hall at 7.30pm on Tuesday 22 November 2022.

Thirsk Christmas Lights Switch On
Thirsk Market Place – Friday 25 November at 6pm.

Topcliffe Parish Council
The next meeting of Topcliffe Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Thursday 1 December 2022.

What’s on at The Catton Kitchen
Christmas Wreath Making – this year’s sessions will be held on:

Friday 2 December at 5.30-7.30pm
Saturday 3 December at 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 4 December at 12.30-2.30pm.

Ready Meals – a wide range of ready meals, including pies are available.

Dalton Christmas Fair
Dalton church’s Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday 3 December between 10am and 12 noon. There will be various stalls, a tombola, bacon butties, and a visit by Santa with presents for the children. All welcome. contact Silvia on 01845 577020. There will also be an opportunity to put a message on the village Christmas tree, at a cost of £2 – please take your message to Sylvia at 30 Chapel Garth.

Dalton Christmas Pantomime
Dalton village’s annual panto will be Cinderella, to be held in the village hall on Saturday 22 December at 6.30pm. Tickets are £9 for adults and £5 for children. The bar will be open. Availability is limited, so if you would like a ticket, please contact Eleanor on 07841 036340.

What’s on at The RItz

To Thursday 10 November (Matinee on Wednesday 9 November) – The Lost King.
Friday 11 to Thursday 17 November (matinee Wednesday 16) – Emily
Friday 18 to Thursday 24 November (No matinees) – Black Adam
Friday 25 November to Thursday 1 December (Matinee Wednesday 30) – The Banshees of Inisherin.
Friday 2 to Thursday 8 December (No matinees) – Living.
Friday 9 to Friday 15 December (Matinees on Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Wednesday 14) – Matilda – The Musical.

Updates: Please keep checking the website for the latest details – https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/

St James Coffee and Chat
Baldersby St James – every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon.

Local traders

A list of local traders in Topcliffe and Asenby can be viewed here.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Refuse – Mondays 7 and 21 November.
Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 17 November and 1 December (final green bin collection for this year).

Harrogate (Asenby):

Recycling – Mondays 7 and 21 November.
Refuse – Mondays 14 and 28 November.
Garden waste – Thursdays 17 November and 1 December (final garden waste collection of this year).

That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.

Posted on 30 October 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 131

Welcome to your regular Sunday Email.

Don’t forget that at 2am this morning the clocks went back an hour, giving you an extra hour in bed and bringing to an end to British Summer Time.

Monday evening is trick or treat time so if you are planning to go door to door in our villages, please be considerate to others and take care.

Doug
07785 223707

Fred wins battle of the allotments
Asenby allotment land, off Carr Lane, is safely back in the hands of the parish after a narrow escape from being sold as part of a large private estate. The land, which was given to the parish of Asenby to be used as ‘gardens’ (the old fashioned word for allotments) in 1735, was somehow included within the parcel of land offered for sale by agents for Guy Reed Will Trust in May 2021.

Fred Gifford, one of the allotment trustees, has spent the months since in protracted correspondence with both the sales agents and the Land Registry. Despite the enormous amount of documentation showing that the land belonged to Asenby and the lack of any evidence demonstrating why Guy Reed Will Trust thought it was theirs to sell, the Land Registry were only able to confirm that the land has now been removed from the title deeds of Guy Reed Will Trust on 20 October.

Asenby Parish Council has been informed of this long-overdue result and it is hoped that they will now register the land so that there can never be any future dispute.

Quiz Night at The Angel
Yes, it’s back! After a gap of two and a half years, the regular Sunday evening quiz night at The Angel is returning starting Sunday 13 November. It will be held in the TV lounge to the left of the main bar starting at the earlier time of 8pm. Generally, participants will be in teams of four, which will be made up on the night. There’ll be two sections of 20 questions each and a decider in case of a draw. Entry is £1 per person and all the takings will go to the winning team.

I’ll be preparing the questions for the first quiz and in the traditional way, the winners will nominate one of their team to prepare the following week’s quiz. I hope we’ll see many pre-Covid quizzers returning and lots of new participants joining in too.

Plans threaten increase in HGV traffic
Less than one week ago, Topcliffe Parish Council was made aware of a new planning application for a further industrial site on the Dalton Industrial Estate. Furthermore, the application was due to go before Hambleton District Council planning committee – and recommended for approval – on Thursday 27 October. Clearly this did not give adequate time for detailed consideration and comment on the application by Topcliffe Parish Council or Topcliffe residents.

Members of the parish council attended the planning meeting and have been successful in obtaining a deferral which will give time for the parish council to prepare its response.

The parish council will be submitting a formal response to the application and is keen to see residents add their own comments by visiting Hambleton’s planning portal. Follow this link to see how you can have your say and help protect our environment and village life.

Poppies galore in Topcliffe
The ladies who regularly attend the weekly Knit & Natter sessions at The Angel have been very busy knitting poppies which are now on display throughout the village. The main displays are at Jubilee Gardens where additional items relating to Remembrance Day on 11 November and Remembrance Sunday on 13 November, are located – see photograph here. There are also examples of their handiwork at the Post Office and at the Village Hall. A big thank you to all those involved.

Last Wednesday £113.50 was raised, of which £75 was donated to the Royal British Legion in Thirsk and the balance has gone into the Warm-Up Community Help fund. This will help pay for food in future weeks and the organisers are looking at how further support might be offered to those in need during these financially difficult times.

The lunches are open to anyone who wishes to come along.

The organisers suspect there are some residents in our two villages that may not be aware of the lunches or perhaps need encouragement to pop along on Wednesdays. If you know of anyone who is elderly or vulnerable who might attend if they were to be picked up and dropped off, please get in touch.

And, if you know anyone who is unable to get to the Village Hall because of reduced mobility, please mention their name to one of the organisers as volunteers will be more than happy to make a home delivery of hot food.

And don’t forget, if you can help as a volunteer now and again or could donate food (soup, hotpot, flour, sugar, puddings, cakes etc) please get in touch with Karen Morley on 01845 577426 or Linda Carver on 01845 578014.

Help for Households
The government’s ‘Help for Households campaign’ gives clear information about the exceptional payments, energy support and existing support schemes available, so the public know what is available and where they can find help. Check it out – Help for Households – Get government cost of living support

£400 energy grant
A £400 energy payment – or discount – is being made to every household in the country, without means testing, and it won’t have to be paid back. You do not need to apply for the payment as it should be sent to you automatically, but how you get it depends on how you pay for your energy.

The discount will be paid to consumers in instalments of £66 over six months, with the grants administered through energy suppliers. The first discount should have been applied to your energy bill in October.

The further five discounts will be provided monthly, regardless of whether people pay bills monthly or quarterly or have an associated payment card. Those with a domestic electricity meter point who make payments through payment cards, standard credit, and direct debit will receive an automatic deduction on bills.

In all cases, no household should be asked for bank details at any point. Everyone is being urged to stay alert to potential scams and report these to the relevant authorities where suspected.

Help for Ukraine
The Thirsk-based Yorkshire to Ukraine organisation is still accepting donations that can be sent over to the war-torn country. It had a burst of donations in recent weeks and has just dispatched another lorry load of urgently needed items. As winter rapidly approaches the organisers are appealing for things such as warm clothing, sleeping bags, blankets, tinned long-life foods, hygiene products and sanitary wear. There’s a collection point at Teasdale Motorcycles, Long Street Thirsk YO7 1AU.

St Columba’s Church services
• Sunday 30 October – there is no service today.
• Wednesday 2 November at 7pm there will be a special service of Compline to celebrate the Feast of All Souls. This is the occasion in the church calendar when the faithful departed are remembered. Compline is a quiet reflective service of evening prayers and readings and will last about 25 minutes. Those who would like to do so, can add names of those to be remembered to a list to be read out during the service or, if preferred, an alternative list to be placed silently on the altar instead. Everyone is most welcome to attend and names can be added to these lists before the service starts or, if preferred, can be emailed beforehand to John Phillips – [email protected] or Chris Hewlett [email protected] The service will conclude with the choir singing the anthem ‘Save us waking, guard us sleeping’.
• Sunday 6 November at 6.30pm Choral Evensong.
• Sunday 13 November at 10.45am Service of Remembrance and at 11.45am
Holy Communion with Baptism.
• Sunday 20 November at 10.45am Choral Matins.
• Sunday 27 November at 10.45am Advent Sunday Holy Communion.

Regular Sunday services conclude with refreshments.

Topcliffe Post Office Shop
Reminder: the opening hours of the Post Office shop will change from next Saturday, 5 November. From that date it will open at 8am instead of 7.30am.

Safety with Fireworks
Fireworks season is nearly upon us! If you are planning to enjoy some ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’ this Bonfire Night, don’t forget that fireworks can be dangerous if not used correctly. Stay safe with these tips for enjoying a home display.

Old style postage stamps
Most people will have noticed that the Royal Mail has introduced a new type of stamp featuring a barcode alongside the picture of the monarch. Barcodes are being added to stamps in order improve postal efficiency and to make it possible in the future for people to watch videos and send birthday messages.

Old non-barcoded 1st and 2nd class stamps need to be used before 31 January 2023 or traded in for new stamps. You can send old stamps back for free in an envelope to Freepost SWAP OUT (no stamps or further detail is needed). Simply include unused old stamps on their original backing paper or stick them to a sheet of paper and state how many you are returning. Don’t forget to include your home address.

Spooky fun for all at Monk Park Farm

Each day up to 31 October.
For the little ones – pumpkin painting, mini pumpkin trail, witches potion making, giant pumpkin patch, fancy dress competition.
For the older ones – pumpkin carving, spooky farm tour, spider infested barn, witches lair, pumpkin catapult, bowing and lots more.
2-16 year-olds £12, includes pumpkin. Also, family pricing.
Booking essential – http:// www.monkparkfarm.co.uk/book

Spooktaculars at Thorp Perrow
It’s the final few days of Spooktacular at Thorp Perrow Arboretum. They come to an end on Tuesday 1 November. Book via their website.

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club
Presenting the best stand-up comedy in the North. Pop into The Angel for a monthly dose of hilarity every first Tuesday of each month. The next event is on Tuesday 1 November in the Plaza Suite with its own bar and free nibbles. Tickets £12 each on the door or £10 per ticket if you buy in advance.

Knit and Natter
The next session will be at 1.30pm on Thursday 3 November in the TV lounge at The Angel. The cost for refreshments remains at £3 and everyone is welcome to attend, whether for a knit, just for a natter or both!

Topcliffe Parish Council
Meetings of Topcliffe Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Thursday 3 November and Thursday 1 December 2022.

The Wonderful World of James Herriot
There will be a book signing by James Herriot’s daughter Rosie Page and son Jim Wight on Friday 4 November from 11am-1pm at World of James Herriot, Thirsk. The new book, ‘The Wonderful World of James Herriot’, is a classic collection of charming stories with insights from his children Rosie and Jim and is a perfect gift for all fans of All Creatures Great and Small. Set in the rural communities of the Yorkshire Dales in a time before modern medicines and machinery changed farming and veterinary work, James Herriot’s stories had a cast of characters and amusing situations with animals large and small that have become beloved around the world and are of a time gone by.

Homebuilding & Renovating Show – 4-6 November 2022
Whether you plan on renovating, or are building your new home from scratch, the Homebuilding & Renovating Show in Harrogate is the place to go for professional input and advice. There’ll be over 200 exhibitors and you’ll be able to benefit from free 15-minute consultations with experts, masterclasses, seminars, and much more. Visit the website to get two free tickets, worth £24, granting you 1-day access to the event, which takes place at the Harrogate Convention Centre https://harrogate.homebuildingshow.co.uk/

The Repair Shop Cafe
The next monthly repair shop in Thirsk will be on Saturday 5 November between 10am and 2pm. The venue has changed and it’s now being held at The Community Library in Chapel Street. Be greener by avoiding creating waste and also save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or ‘worn-out’ items. Voluntary donation. Email: [email protected]

Thirsk Garden Centre Christmas Market
Thirsk Garden Centre will be well worth a visit next weekend – Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 November – when the centre’s festive season is launched. Lots of small local businesses will be showcasing their crafts and festive products. There’ll be discounts across the store over the whole weekend, along with competitions and Hog Roast. Opening times are: 9am and Saturday and 10am Sunday. Free Entry.
http://www.thirskgardencentre.co.uk

Northern Dales Farmers’ Market
There’ll be a Farmer’s market on Thirsk Market Place on Sunday 6 November from 10am. All stallholders are hand-picked so you can be sure that you’re buying from some of the very best food and drink producers in the country. And they’re all local small independent family businesses.

Make a note in your diary – the Christmas Market is on Sunday 4 December.
http://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Entry is free. All proceeds from the day will help towards the upkeep of the Village Hall.

Asenby Parish Council
The next meeting of Asenby Parish Council will take place at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 7pm on Monday 14 November 2022.

Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Village Hall Committee will take place in the Village Hall at 7.30pm on Tuesday 22 November 2022.

Thirsk Christmas Lights Switch On
Thirsk Market Place – Friday 25 November at 6pm.

What’s on at The Catton Kitchen
Christmas Wreath Making – this year’s sessions will be held on:

Friday 2 December at 5.30-7.30pm
Saturday 3 December at 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 4 December at 12.30-2.30pm.

Ready Meals – a wide range of ready meals, including pies are available.

Art class at the Village Hall
A special art class is also scheduled to take place on Thursday 15 December – “How to paint a hare, fox or owl in a moonlit winter landscape using acrylics”. This class is for artists of every level of experience…or of none! Expert guidance is offered throughout the session. Classes are £25 and this includes all materials needed to complete your masterpiece. Refreshments are served. Times: 10.30am to 1pm. More information and online booking at http://www.rebeccajayneartist.co.uk

What’s on at The RItz

To Thursday 3 November (Matinee Wednesday 2 November) – Mrs Harris Goes to Paris.
Friday 4 to Thursday 10 November (Matinee on Wednesday 9 November) – The Lost King.

Updates: Please keep checking the website for the latest details – https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/

St James Coffee and Chat
Baldersby St James – every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon.

Local traders

A list of local traders in Topcliffe and Asenby can be viewed here.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 3 and 17 November.
Refuse – Mondays 7 and 21 November.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Refuse – Mondays 31 October and 14 and 28 November.
Recycling – Mondays 7 and 21 November.
Garden waste – Thursdays 3 and 17 November.

That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.