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Posted on 3 July 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 115

Welcome to the 115th issue of the Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Village Hall bookings go online
Topcliffe and Asenby Village Hall is catching up with the times by introducing an online booking system. The Village Hall Committee is introducing Hallmaster, an electronic booking service. This will allow enquiries and bookings to be made directly online. The system is currently being trialed with users and hirers being asked to follow a link to access calendars and booking arrangements. Currently, payment must still be made by BACS, but in the very near future all financial transactions will be undertaken using PayPal.

The introduction of the online system is very timely as it coincides with the recent retirement of Judith Lowe who for many years looked after village hall bookings.

The Hallmaster booking pages are on the village website at http://www.topcliffe.org.uk Anyone experiencing any difficulty making a booking, should call 07857 836332.

Hall Hire Charges
At its meeting on 7 June, the Village hall Committee reviewed the hire charges for 2022-23 and these can be viewed here.

New Asenby Parish Council gets underway
The newly elected Asenby Parish Council met for the first time last Wednesday to conclude the Annual Meeting business held over from the May meeting. Congratulations to Tanyka Rawden who was elected as Chair of the new Council. The next full meeting of the Council will be held at 8pm on Wednesday 20 July, in the Village Hall.

Topcliffe Parish Council
There’ll be a meeting of Topcliffe Parish Council at 7pm on Thursday 7 July in the conservatory of The Angel Hotel. Beyond that, the next meeting with be on Thursday 1 September. Same time, same place.

And they’re off! The Big Race Night is back
The date is set for the Topcliffe Big Race night – it’s Saturday 10 September. It will be run at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall. There’ll be eight races and supper will be served at the halfway point. There’ll be a bar serving beer, lager, wines and soft drinks (sorry – no bring your owns!).

Race goers will know that the planned Race Night in April 2020 had to be postponed due to Covid and a ban on gatherings. A record was kept of those who paid £5 to name a horse. If anyone wants to check their purchase and horse name chosen, please get in touch (07785 223707 or doug@dougallan.co.uk). There’s five horses still left to be named: the cost is £5 per name/horse. They are available on a first come, first served basis.

Tickets for the event will be £6 per head, including beef in red wine and crispy dumplings supper (or veggie alternative). Each ticket will be numbered and there’ll be a draw, the winner of which will win a night at The Crab & Lobster. Details about where you can buy tickets will be in next week’s email.

iPhone Scam
Scammers are targeting iPhone users with claims that their Apple Pay has been suspended. This latest text scam tells recipients that their Apple Pay – Apple’s mobile payment service – has been suspended and that they need to follow a link to reactivate the account. This scam is a text, sent from a mobile number, and reads: ‘Apple Pay has been suspended on your device. Please visit [secure-mysuspension-info.com].‘

Scammers often use tactics like this so that you panic and act fast. If you receive this message, don’t respond to it and don’t click on any links. If you’ve clicked the link already and you’re concerned you’ve given your details to a scammer, you should contact your bank immediately and report the scam to Action Fraud. You can also contact Apple Support if you’re concerned about the message you’ve received.

Church to close and parishes to merge
The Church Commissioners have proposed several changes to local parishes. It’s proposed that the parish of Baldersby with Dishforth and the parish of Skipton on Swale should be merged and that the church at Skipton on Swale should close and no longer be a building for regular public worship.

You can read the full proposition here.

Heritage Hub – Northallerton
Until October, Hambleton District Council is running an exciting new Heritage Hub which is designed to bring the community together to celebrate the town’s unique heritage. The Hub, which is located at 90 High Street, Northallerton, will display, for the first time, information about Northallerton’s past, its built heritage and the communities that live and work there, alongside objects from local people’s own collections.

It is also a place where people can meet and take part in interactive workshops relating to the town’s heritage and share their own stories which are being captured through a designated oral history programme.

For more information on the project, please contact Virginia Arrowsmith, Community Engagement Lead via email at vparrowsmith@aol.com or ‘phone 07914 347892. There’s more information online at http://www.northallertonheritage.uk

Soup & sweet lunch
The next soup and sweet lunch will be held at the Village Hall on Wednesday 6 July at 12 noon. Cash raised will go to help with production costs of the The Tattler newsletter.

Summer Fayre and Afternoon Tea
There’s to be a Summer Fayre & Afternoon Tea at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on Saturday 6 August between 11am and 3pm. Entry will be free of charge.

Organisers Karen Morley and Linda Carver are inviting organisations and individuals to hire a table for £5 to sell their wares or promote something, and there’s already considerable interest. Anyone who would like a stall for crafts, hobbies, books, etc, is asked to get in touch as soon as possible. There’ll also be raffles and tombolas to support specific charities. Linda and Karen will put on their usual cake stall.

From 11am to 12 noon, tea/coffee will be served with a choice of cake for £2 per head. Then from 12 noon through to 3pm afternoon teas will be served. You’ll get sandwiches, savouries, scones, cakes, plus tea, coffee or soft drink, all for just £5 per adult and £2.50 for children. If it’s a nice day the hall’s recently acquired marquee will be erected so that tea can be enjoyed in the garden.

APPEAL FOR HELP: Last time help with baking was sought there was a tremendous response from kind villagers who were happy to help by baking cakes, buns, quiches or sausage rolls. Once again any help would be much appreciated on this occasion. Please contact Karen (577426) or Linda (578014) if you can assist.

St Columba’s services

TODAY– Sunday 3 July at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong
Sunday 10 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 17 July at 10.45am – Choral Matins
Sunday 24 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 31 July – the Fifth Sunday in the month – No Service

All services conclude with refreshments and time to linger.

Cross Talk
The latest edition of the church magazine has been published. It can be read here.

Baldersby St James – Book Sale
The Book Sale is on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September – open from 10am to 5pm each day. If anyone has books to donate for the sale just drop them into the church. Lots of helpers are needed from Thursday 8th to put out books, and on Sunday 11th to tidy up. If you can help please email Susan Brown at c.b.brown398@hotmail.co.uk

Events on at The Catton Kitchen
Here’s news of a few events planned at The Catton Kitchen over the coming weeks:

Starting today, Sunday 3 July, Lucy is holding a yoga class from 9am until 10am. It doesn’t matter what level you are at as this class will teach you along the way. Everybody is welcome. £9 for the hour (children free). If you are interested, contact details are below.
Saturday 9 July, midday to 6pm – BBQ and one year anniversary of The Catton Kitchen. An afternoon to showcase the market garden’s meat, salad and veg. There will be a bar and 90 minutes of live music. Adults and children welcome to come along to help Amy and Hugo celebrate twelve months of operation. Ticket prices are £15 adult £8 child under 11 which includes a plate of food, pudding and a welcome drink.
Thursday 21 July – Pizza night with Cozy P’s Woodfired Pizza. Go along to the market garden to enjoy your pizza where there will be a bar or pop in and collect your food to enjoy at home.

Watch Facebook and Instagram for more information. Or call 07747 083155
http://www.thecattonkitchen.co.uk

Open Day at High Batts Nature Reserve
The High Batts Nature Reserve on the Ripon to Masham Road (A6108) is holding an open day on Sunday 10 July from 10am to 4pm…and entry is free! There’ll be guided walks from 11am to 2pm, plus children’s activities, quizzes, bird ringing, refreshments. See link for further information.

The Great Yorkshire Show
Tuesday 12 to Friday 15 July and entry is by pre-paid ticket only. Tickets from http://www.greatyorkshireshow.co.uk

Knit and Natter
There’ll be a Knit & Natter session at the Milk Churn Farm Shop on Wednesday 13 July between 1.30 and 3.30pm. Pop along and enjoy an afternoon chatting and maybe trying something different whilst making new friends, or meeting old ones. A drink and cake is included in the price of £3. Bring your knitting or crocheting and share your knowledge or just come along to natter. Please ring the shop to confirm your seat 01845 400446.

Pickhill Strawberry Fayre
The village Strawberry Fayre will be held on Saturday 16 July from 1pm to 11pm. There’ll be a wide range of activities including, a bouncy castle, water slide, assault course, games, sports races, craft stalls, ice cream van, all-day food and BBQ. From 5 until 9pm there’ll be a DJ playing everyone’s favourite music.

Dalton Village Gala
The Village Gala is on Saturday 16 July, from 2pm to 5pm. There will be children’s races, a photograph competition and various stalls. Entry is free. All welcome. More details on Dalton Village Facebook page.

Disco at The Angel
Everyone likes a disco featuring 70s, 80s and 90s hits so get on your glad rags for this big night out at The Angel. It’s on Saturday 16 July between 7.30pm and midnight and besides three decades of top hit music played by a great DJ, there’ll be a delicious BBQ supper. Anyone dressing in retro gear has the chance to win £75 worth of West Park Inn’s vouchers. And here’s the best part of it: buy your tickets in advance and get them for £5 – that’s half price. Purchase tickets on the night at the door and you’ll have to pay the full price of £10.

Narrowboat Cruises on the Ripon Canal
Now here’s a nice idea for a summer activity to suit people of all ages. Ripon Scenic Cruises is offering narrowboat cruises on the Ripon Canal. It’s craft, The Pride of Ripon, is fully insured and licenced to carry 12 people. It is accessible for wheelchairs and up to two wheelchairs can be accommodated on each cruise. Based at the Ripon Canal Basin there is free ample car parking on site (spaces permitting). No booking is required for regular half hour long trips. The cost is £5 per adult and £2 per child.

For that special treat, you can hire the narrowboat for family outings, parties, staff or club trips, anniversary celebrations or any other excuse for a great trip in the outdoors. Private hire is £95 per hour, booking is essential and a few days’ notice is needed.

Operating days for half hour trips during term time are 11am to 4pm Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, whilst during the school holidays it will be Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Dates and times for private cruises can be agreed. For further details or to book please contact Richard Willis on 01765 609777 / 07712 774089 or check out the website at http://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Marfield Wetlands Nature Reserve
No matter whether you are seriously into Natural History or just like walking in a pleasant location, the Marfield Nature Reserve, located just outside Masham, offers a pleasant walk accompanied by lots of wildlife and lovely scenery. There are three hides which have padded seats [such luxury] and you can enjoy a fairly flat walk or try something longer. This is a little gem which is not particularly well known or overcrowded. There is parking at the Reserve and dogs are allowed on leads. The postcode is HG4 4NX.

St James Coffee and Chat
Held at the church in Baldersby St James every Tuesday morning between 10am and 12 noon. A popular morning to meet friends old and new…and to swap your books at the same time.

Children’s summer holiday events
A wide range of children’s activities is being held at Thirsk Community Library over the school holidays.

Saturday 23 July and Saturday 6 August – Clean and Tune up your bike workshop. 10am to 12.30pm. Children aged 7+ accompanied by an adult. Bring your bike to learn how to check it’s safe to ride. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Wednesday 27 July and Thursday 1 September – Aquatic Fanatic live animals workshop. 2 to 3pm. Children aged 4+ accompanied by an adult. £3 per child or £5 per family. Booking essential.
Thursday 28 July and Thursday 11 August – Young Gadgeteers, 2 to 3pm for 4-7 year olds. 3.15 to 4.15pm for 7 years+ age group. Become a mechanical engineer for the afternoon. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Tuesdays 2, 16 and 30 August – Lego and Duplo drop in. 2 to 4pm. Come and make your own creations. All ages welcome and under 8s need to be accompanied by an adult. Just turn up. Free.
Friday 5 August and Monday 15 August – Young Gadgeteers. 2 to 3pm for 4-7 year olds. 3.15 to 4.15pm for 7 years+ age group. Become an electronic engineer for the afternoon. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Thursday 25 August – Pin Ups. 2 to 3pm. Join local artist Chris Jeeson to create your own pin up and pop-up books. Children aged 5+ years. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Friday 2 September – Warhammer War Gaming taster session. 10.30 to 11.30am. Free session to find out what war gaming is all about. Suitable for children 7+ and no booking needed. Just turn up.

Pre-booking is required for some activities: Telephone 01609 534589 or call into the library.

Last Rural Arts class in current series
The final Rural Arts ‘Hearts and Crafts’ class will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 10am on Tuesday 19 July, when the topic will be fused glass. You can simply turn up on the day – it’s free to attend and materials are provided.

Concerts at Thorp Perrow
By popular demand, ABBA Sensation and Flash! A tribute to Queen are back to perform at Thorp Perrow near Bedale. The two sensational tribute bands never fail to get the crowd up on their feet to dance the night away. There’ll be hit after hit, anthem after anthem, as the groups power out some of the greatest songs of all time. Performed in authentic costumes and with replica equipment the show really is as close as it gets.

ABBA Sensation – 23 July.
Flash! A tribute to Queen – 26 August.

Gates open at 7.30pm. Performance starts at 8.30pm and ends at 10.45pm. Picnics can be taken in, but there’s also hot and cold food and drinks on sale. Tickets via the website at: https://booking.bookinghound.com/fe/booking?og=6d55784e-4d5c-46a6-9940-a8d09d48b8b2&fbclid=IwAR01QMlm69xQRsBRlrMmwvYHigPc3mAGkdQ8zDeOlNPFfbRZkMMyp7XOiPg

The Ritz Cinema

To Thursday 7 July (No Matinees) – Good Luck To You Leo Grande
Friday 8 to Thursday 14 July (No Matinees) – Jurassic World: Dominion
Friday 15 to Thu 21 July (Matinees – Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July) – Lightyear
Friday 22 to Thursday 28 July (Matinee Wednesday 27 July – Elvis
Friday 29 to Thursday 4 August (Matinees – Saturday 30 July, Sunday 31 July, Wednesday 3 Aug) – Minions 2: Rise of Gru

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

Deer Shed Festival
The 12th Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park is taking place between 29 and 31 July. Full ticket details are available at http://deershedfestival.com

Rural Arts events at The Courthouse, Thirsk
For information on classes and workshops, and to book places, go to https://www.ruralarts.org/:

Local traders
Most of these traders also have a Facebook page where you can check out latest information.

The Angel at Topcliffe – http://www.theangelattopcliffe.co.uk
Asenbee Honey – http://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk
John Aston Flooring Ltd – info@johnastonflooring.co.uk – 01845 421111.
The Catton Kitchen – http://www.cattonkitchen.co.uk – 07747 083155.
Chip ‘n Dales – Friday teatime – 5 until 7pm in Topcliffe. https://www.chipndales.co.uk
The Elm Gallery – http://www.the-elm-gallery.co.uk – 01845 577316 or 07709 223920.
Fotiá Candles – http://www.fotiacandles.co.uk – 07879 447953.
Joanna’s Touch Photography – 07732 941758. Also on Facebook and Instagram.
The Little Yorkshire Hamper Company – http://www.thelittleyorkshirehampercompany.co.uk 07793 775987.
The Milk Churn Farm Shop & Cafe – https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/ – 01845 400446.
Studio 18 Hairstylist – Nicola James, 18 Long Street (opposite the surgery). 07851 034815.
The Swan – 01845 595185 The Swan, Topcliffe | Facebook
The Thirsk Food Bank – collection point at the Milk Churn Farm Shop.
Topcliffe Post Office – 01845 577517.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Refuse – Mondays 4 and 18 July.
Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 14 and 28 July

Harrogate (Asenby):

Recycling – Mondays 4 and 18 July
Refuse – Mondays 11 and 25 July
Garden waste – Thursdays 14 and 28 July

Covid is still with us
Covid infections are continuing to rise, the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show. The data suggests about 2.3 million people had Covid last week. That’s an increase of half a million on the previous week. Experts say two new fast-spreading subvariants of Omicron – called BA.4 and BA.5 – are likely to be driving new infections. These two strains make up more than half of new Covid infections and officials expect more people to test positive in the next few weeks. Interestingly, this wave appears to be driven by reinfections meaning that people who have had the virus previously are catching it again. BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron are not thought to be any more dangerous than earlier variants of Covid and most people will not be very ill with it. The good news is that although hospitalisation rates are up, this hasn’t so far been accompanied by an increase in the number of Covid related deaths.

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

Posted on 26 June 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 114

Welcome to the 114th issue of the Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

Don’t buy – just borrow when you need it!
Here’s an interesting idea getting off the ground in Topcliffe. It’s a “Borrow, not Buy” scheme and it already is attracting support from local residents. It was launched by Martin Smith, who lives at the Old Police House and he says he has 12 outdoor folding Ikea chairs that might be handy if anyone is holding a summer BBQ. He also offers a 2x3m gazebo, camping equipment and various tools (such as a cordless hedge trimmer and strimmer) to anyone who would like to borrow them.

Sally Machen thinks it’s a brilliant idea and immediately added to the pool of things that others might like to borrow, including dining chairs, soup makers, slow cookers, books and other items. Sam Key offers a couple of quite large gazebos and a garage full of random tools that may be helpful if anyone needs them.

No doubt the scheme will grow in popularity as the range of items available increases. Here’s a dedicated Facebook link – https://www.facebook.com/Borrow-not-buy-

Fruityberry Fruit Farm
The popular fruit farm on the Dishforth to Sharow Road is open for pick your own. The farm now has specially designed raised beds for the elderly, children and wheelchair users, so fruit picking couldn’t be easier! There are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries and black currants available. Opening times are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Group bookings available Tuesday and Thursday. For more information check out – http://www.fruityberryfruitfarm.co.uk

Soup & sweet lunch
The next soup and sweet lunch will be held at the Village Hall on Wednesday 6 July at 12 noon. Cash raised will go to help with production costs of the The Tattler newsletter.

Summer Fayre and Afternoon Tea
Karen Morley and Linda Carver are planning to hold a Summer Fayre & Afternoon Tea at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall on Saturday 6 August between 11am and 3pm. Entry on to the event will be free of charge.

It’s going to be a similar event to the one held last Christmas when people were invited to hire a table for £5 to sell their wares or promote something. Anyone who would like a stall is asked to get in touch with Karen as soon as possible. There’ll hopefully be raffles and tombolas to support specific charities. Linda and Karen will put on their usual cake stall.

Afternoon teas which will include sandwiches, savouries, scones, cakes, plus tea, coffee or soft drink will be available at £5 per adult and £2.50 for children. If it’s a nice day (and it should be in August!) the hall’s recently acquired marquee will be erected so that tea can be enjoyed in the garden.

Last time help with baking was sought there was a tremendous response from kind villagers who were happy to help by baking cakes, buns, quiches or sausage rolls. Once again any help would be much appreciated on this occasion. Please contact Karen (577426) if you can assist.

St Columba’s services

TODAY– Sunday 26 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion.
Sunday 3 July at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong
Sunday 10 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 17 July at 10.45am – Choral Matins
Sunday 24 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 31 July – the Fifth Sunday in the month – No Service

All services conclude with refreshments and time to linger.

Thirsk Farmers’ Market
The next Northern Dales Farmers’ Market will be on Sunday 3 July. It’ll feature some of the very best food and drink producers in the country and the best bit – they’re all local small independent family businesses. http://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Knit and Natter
There’ll be a Knit & Natter session at the Milk Churn Farm Shop on Wednesday 29 June between 1.30 and 3.30pm. Pop along and enjoy an afternoon chatting and maybe trying something different whilst making new friends, or meeting old ones. A drink and cake is included in the price of £3. Bring your knitting or crocheting and share your knowledge or just come along to natter. Please ring the shop to confirm your seat 01845 400446.

Horse racing at Thirsk
There’ll be an afternoon race meeting at Thirsk on Wednesday 29 June. Gates open 11am, first race 1.20pm. Tickets online via http://www.thirskracecourse.net

Open Day at Nature Reserve
The High Batts Nature Reserve on the Ripon to Masham Road (A6108) is holding an open day on Sunday 10 July from 10am to 4pm…and entry is free! There’ll be guided walks from 11am to 2pm, plus children’s activities, quizzes, bird ringing, refreshments. See link for further information.

Children’s summer holiday events
A wide range of children’s activities is being held at Thirsk Community Library over the school holidays.

Saturday 23 July and Saturday 6 August – Clean and Tune up your bike workshop. 10am to 12.30pm. Children aged 7+ accompanied by an adult. Bring your bike to learn how to check it’s safe to ride. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Wednesday 27 July and Thursday 1 September – Aquatic Fanatic live animals workshop. 2 to 3pm. Children aged 4+ accompanied by an adult. £3 per child or £5 per family. Booking essential.
Thursday 28 July and Thursday 11 August – Young Gadgeteers, 2 to 3pm for 4-7 year olds. 3.15 to 4.15pm for 7 years+ age group. Become a mechanical engineer for the afternoon. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Tuesdays 2, 16 and 30 August – Lego and Duplo drop in. 2 to 4pm. Come and make your own creations. All ages welcome and under 8s need to be accompanied by an adult. Just turn up. Free.
Friday 5 August and Monday 15 August – Young Gadgeteers. 2 to 3pm for 4-7 year olds. 3.15 to 4.15pm for 7 years+ age group. Become an electronic engineer for the afternoon. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Thursday 25 August – Pin Ups. 2 to 3pm. Join local artist Chris Jeeson to create your own pin up and pop-up books. Children aged 5+ years. £2 per child. Booking essential.
Friday 2 September – Warhammer War Gaming taster session. 10.30 to 11.30am. Free session to find out what war gaming is all about. Suitable for children 7+ and no booking needed. Just turn up.

Pre-booking is required for some activities: Telephone 01609 534589 or call into the library.

Events planned at The Catton Kitchen
Here’s news of a few events planned at The Catton Kitchen over the coming weeks:

From Sunday 3 July the Kitchen is teaming up with Lucy who is going to be holding a class 9-10am most Sunday mornings. There’s already a great deal of interest but there’s plenty of space for more to join in. It doesn’t matter what level you are at as this class will teach you along the way. Everybody is welcome. £9 for the hour (children free). If you are interested, contact details are below.
Saturday 9 July, midday to 6pm – BBQ and one year anniversary of The Catton Kitchen. An afternoon to showcase the market garden’s meat, salad and veg. There will be a bar and 90 minutes of live music. Adults and children welcome to come along to help Amy and Hugo celebrate twelve months of operation. Ticket prices are £15 adult £8 child under 11 which includes a plate of food, pudding and a welcome drink.
Thursday 21 July – Pizza night with Cozy P’s Woodfired Pizza. Go along to the market garden to enjoy your pizza where there will be a bar or pop in and collect your food to enjoy at home.

Watch Facebook and Instagram for more information. Or call 07747 083155
http://www.thecattonkitchen.co.uk

Malton Show – Sunday 26 June – Scampston Park, Malton YO17 8NG
8am – 5.30pm. £12 adult, £16 OAP, £6 12-16s, under 12s free. E:
office@maltonshow.org – 07726 924450 – http:// www.maltonshow.com

Steam and vintage rally – Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 July – Duncombe Park, Helmsley,YO62 5EB. Featuring the The Great Yorkshire Traction Engine
Club 2022 Rally. http://gytec.weebly.com

Rural Arts classes
The final Rural Arts ‘Hearts and Crafts’ class will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 10am on Tuesday 19 July, when the topic will be fused glass. You can simply turn up on the day – it’s free to attend and materials are provided.

The Ritz Cinema

To Thursday 30 June (Matinee on Wednesday 29 June) – Downton Abbey: A new Era
Friday 1 to Thursday 7 July (No Matinees) – Good Luck To You Leo Grande
Friday 8 to Thursday 14 July (No Matinees) – Jurassic World: Dominion
Friday 15 to Thu 21 July (Matinees – Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July) – Lightyear

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

Music at Junction 50
The first concert in this year’s ‘Music at Junction 50’ series takes place at St James Church, Baldersby St James on Wednesday 29 June at 7pm. It features two very talented young artists – Tara Viscardi on the harp and Robert Finegan playing the saxaphone. Tickets available from Sue Brown c.b.brown398@hotmail.co.uk (07840 381558) or Colin Reid – colinreid97@yahoo.co.uk (07770 620897) or at the door on the night.

The Great Yorkshire Show
Tuesday 12 to Friday 15 July and entry is by pre-paid ticket only. Local vet Peter Wright will appear every day, whilst Adam Henson will be there on Tuesday 12 July; J B Gill on Wednesday 13 July; Matt Baker on Thursday 14 July and Amanda Owen on Friday 15 July. Tickets from http://www.greatyorkshireshow.co.uk

Deer Shed Festival
The 12th Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park is taking place between 29 and 31 July. Full ticket details are available at http://deershedfestival.com

Rural Arts events at The Courthouse, Thirsk
For information on classes and workshops, and to book places, go to https://www.ruralarts.org/:

Local traders
Most of these traders also have a Facebook page where you can check out latest information.

The Angel at Topcliffe – http://www.theangelattopcliffe.co.uk
Asenbee Honey – http://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk
John Aston Flooring Ltd – info@johnastonflooring.co.uk – 01845 421111.
The Catton Kitchen – http://www.cattonkitchen.co.uk – 07747 083155.
Chip ‘n Dales – Friday teatime – 5 until 7pm in Topcliffe. https://www.chipndales.co.uk
The Elm Gallery – http://www.the-elm-gallery.co.uk – 01845 577316 or 07709 223920.
Fotiá Candles – http://www.fotiacandles.co.uk – 07879 447953.
Joanna’s Touch Photography – 07732 941758. Also on Facebook and Instagram.
The Little Yorkshire Hamper Company – http://www.thelittleyorkshirehampercompany.co.uk 07793 775987.
The Milk Churn Farm Shop & Cafe – https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/ – 01845 400446.
Studio 18 Hairstylist – Nicola James, 18 Long Street (opposite the surgery). 07851 034815.
The Swan – 01845 595185 The Swan, Topcliffe | Facebook
The Thirsk Food Bank – collection point at the Milk Churn Farm Shop.
Topcliffe Post Office – 01845 577517.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursday 30 June.
Refuse – Mondays 4 and 18 July.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Refuse – Monday 27 June
Garden waste – Thursday 30 June.
Recycling – Mondays 4 and 18 July

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

Posted on 19 June 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 113

Welcome to the 113th issue of the Sunday Email.
Doug
07785 223707

St Columba’s services

TODAY– Sunday 19 June at 10.45am – Choral Matins
Sunday 26 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion.

All services conclude with refreshments and time to linger.

Asenby Parish Council is ‘saved’
As reported last week a third attempt was started to get some nominations as councillors for Asenby Parish Council. Two previous attempts had drawn a blank, but this third go has finally raised some interest. By the closing date last Friday, there had been four names put forward – David Cockburn, Nikki Fox, Tanyka Rawden and Malcolm Sollitt. They are now declared elected unopposed. Four is sufficient for the council to be quorate. There is a fifth seat available and the Parish Council will consider a co-option in due course, if anyone is interested.

And a very special thank you is due to ex-chairman of the council, Peter Palmer, who has agreed to act as Parish Clerk on a temporary basis. There’ll be an advertisement in due course for a permanent clerk. Anyone fancy the job?

Milk Churn Farm Shop launches online market
Our very own farm shop is going national in the next few weeks with a new online marketplace. Locally produced food and drink will be available for delivery anywhere in the UK. It could be a well-earned treat or a gift for someone special. It means the farm shop’s range of local and artisan products will be just a click away! Watch their website for more details. https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/

Can you help the scouts?
1st Topcliffe Scouts are urgently looking for more adult helpers. There’s an excellent team at the moment but more are needed to help out with full scouting teams and a long waiting list of youngsters wanting to join. If you think you might be able to assist, please het in touch with Donna Flemming on 07591 438766.

Fruityberry Fruit Farm
The popular fruit farm on the Dishforth to Sharow Road has opened for another season. This year the farm has specially designed raised beds for the elderly, children and wheelchair users, so fruit picking couldn’t be easier! There are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries and black currants available. Opening times are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Group bookings available Tuesday and Thursday. For more information check out – http://www.fruityberryfruitfarm.co.uk

National Cream Tea Day – 24th June
The fourth Friday of June each year is an event marked boldly in every foodie’s calendar. Cream teas have been a British staple since the 19th century, when the Duchess of Bedford decided that the wait between lunch and dinner was unacceptable. What then became a lavish spread of sandwiches, cakes, scones and tea, with guests massively overdressed for what is essentially an elaborate snack, soon became a popular event for tourists in tea rooms across the UK.

The cream tea is a compact and more casual version of the more elaborate afternoon tea, one that has been enjoyed by Britons in tea rooms, cafes and even humble garden centres for the last few centuries.

The Thirsk Garden Centre is celebrating the rich heritage of this tradition by offering reward card customers a free small scone to share when two friends each buy a hot drink.

This is a timeless ceremony meant to be shared! Jam first, of course.

Zoe seeks your views
Crime Commissioner Zoë Metcalfe is holding a series of meetings across North Yorkshire to hear views on proposals for North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service. The nearest meeting to Topcliffe & Asenby will be on Northallerton High Street on Wednesday 20 July from 10am until 4pm.

The Commissioner is considering proposals for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service over the next three years. The plan being discussed, sets out how the Service would seek to deploy its people, equipment, and resources. These proposals are based on an extensive risk assessment across North Yorkshire and York, which has identified the likelihood and severity of fires, road traffic collisions, water related incidents, and other emergencies.

If you can’t call in to see Zoe, you can have your say online by completing the consultation at www.TellCommissionerZoe.co.uk

Soup & sweet lunch
The next soup and sweet lunch will be held at the Village Hall on Wednesday 22 June at 12 noon. Cash raised will go towards paying the much-increased cost of printing The Tattler newsletter.

St James Coffee and Chat
Held at the church in Baldersby St James every Tuesday morning between 10 and 12 noon. A popular morning to meet friends old and new…and to swap your books at the same time.

Rural Arts classes
The next Rural Arts ‘Hearts and Crafts’ class will be held at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 10am on Tuesday 21 June. The subject is silk printing. The final class in this series will be held on Tuesday 19 July, when the topic will be fused glass. You can simply turn up on the day – it’s free to attend and materials are provided.

The Ritz Cinema

To Thursday 23 June (Matinee on Wednesday 22 June) – Top Gun: Maverick
Friday 24 to Thursday 30 June (Matinee on Wednesday 29 June) – Downton Abbey: A new Era
Friday 1 to Thursday 7 July (No Matinees) – Good Luck To You Leo Grande
Friday 8 to Thursday 14 July (No Matinees) – Jurassic World: Dominion
Friday 15 to Thu 21 July (Matinees – Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July) – Lightyear

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

Blooming lovely!
RHS Flower Show at RHS Harlow Carr, Harrogate HG3 1QB. Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 June – Browse and buy quality plants from specialist nurseries. These knowledgeable nurseries will share their unrivalled expertise and knowledge 9am-6pm. £14.25, child £7.25. Online booking essential.
http://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr/

Ripon Theatre Festival
The popular festival in Ripon is set to take place from Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 June and will host more than 40 performances for all ages, many of them free. Children and families will be spoilt for choice across the whole weekend. Ripon Library welcomes back Hoglets Theatre with a twilight show for little ones and Story Craft Theatre will bring an afternoon of crafty tales around the Heading into Space theme. Full information and tickets are available via the festival website at https://www.ripontogether.com/ripon-theatre-festival/

Events planned at The Catton Kitchen
Here’s news of a few events planned at The Catton Kitchen over the coming weeks:

Saturday 9 July, midday to 6pm – BBQ and one year anniversary of The Catton Kitchen. An afternoon to showcase the market garden’s meat, salad and veg. There will be a bar and 90 minutes of live music. Adults and children welcome to come along to help Amy and Hugo celebrate twelve months of operation. Prices to be confirmed.
Thursday 21 July – Pizza night with Cozy P’s Woodfired Pizza. Go along to the market garden to enjoy your pizza where there will be a bar or, pop in and collect your food to enjoy at home.

Watch Facebook and Instagram for more information. Or call 07747 083155
http://www.thecattonkitchen.co.uk

Disco at The Angel
Everyone likes a disco featuring 70s, 80s and 90s hits so get on your glad rags for this big night out at The Angel. It’s on Saturday 16 July between 7.30pm and midnight and besides three decades of top hit music played by a great DJ , there’ll be a delicious BBQ supper. Anyone dressing in retro gear has the chance to win £75 worth of West Park Inn’s vouchers. And here’s the best part of it: buy your tickets in advance and get them for £5 – that’s half price. Purchase tickets on the night at the door and you’ll have to pay the full price of £10.

Deer Shed Festival
The 12th Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park is taking place between 29 and 31 July. Full ticket details are available at http://deershedfestival.com

Rural Arts events at The Courthouse, Thirsk
For information on classes and workshops, and to book places, go to https://www.ruralarts.org/:

Local traders
Most of these traders also have a Facebook page where you can check out latest information.

The Angel at Topcliffe – http://www.theangelattopcliffe.co.uk
Asenbee Honey – http://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk
John Aston Flooring Ltd – info@johnastonflooring.co.uk – 01845 421111.
The Catton Kitchen – http://www.cattonkitchen.co.uk – 07747 083155.
Chip ‘n Dales – Friday teatime – 5 until 7pm in Topcliffe. https://www.chipndales.co.uk
The Elm Gallery – http://www.the-elm-gallery.co.uk – 01845 577316 or 07709 223920.
Fotiá Candles – http://www.fotiacandles.co.uk – 07879 447953.
Joanna’s Touch Photography – 07732 941758. Also on Facebook and Instagram.
The Little Yorkshire Hamper Company – http://www.thelittleyorkshirehampercompany.co.uk 07793 775987.
The Milk Churn Farm Shop & Cafe – https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/ – 01845 400446.
Studio 18 Hairstylist – Nicola James, 18 Long Street (opposite the surgery). 07851 034815.
The Swan – 01845 595185 The Swan, Topcliffe | Facebook
The Thirsk Food Bank – collection point at the Milk Churn Farm Shop.
Topcliffe Post Office – 01845 577517.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Refuse – Mondays 20 June and 4 July.
Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursday 30 June.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Recycling – Mondays 20 June and 4 July.
Refuse – Monday 27 June
Garden waste – Thursday 30 June.

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

Posted on 12 June 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 112

Welcome to the 112th issue of the Sunday Email
Doug
07785 223707

Postscript on the Platinum Jubilee
Everyone who took part in the celebrations last weekend must have been impressed with the range of events organised – the Party in the Park, the Sunday Brunch, Church opening and tower tours, as well as various competitions to find the best Crown, the best decorated houses and best artwork produced by local schoolchildren. And earlier, there was the very successful Scarecrow trail. These events don’t just happen by magic! They take a great deal of time, energy and commitment to get things just right for the rest of us to simply walk in and enjoy. I am sure residents of our two villages will wish to offer their thanks to all the organisers of these many and varied activities. There are too many to list here, but they know who they are and they can feel happy and proud of their contribution. We are all extremely grateful, thank you and well done.

Last Sunday’s Email was issued before the Sunday Brunch was over. I mentioned that it had been a remarkable success. I can now report that a total of £343 was raised and this will be donated to the Village Hall to help support planned improvements including replacement of all windows in the hall and, hopefully, the construction of a new patio area later in the year.

St Columba’s services

TODAY– Sunday 12 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 19 June at 10.45am – Choral Matins
Sunday 26 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion.

All services conclude with refreshments and time to linger.

Maybe it is third time lucky for Asenby
Last week I reported that Harrogate Borough Council is trying for a third time to get some nominations for the five seats on Asenby Parish Council. Two previous attempts have drawn a blank.

Well, it looks like things are changing for the better as it’s understood a number of nominations were submitted by the deadline last Friday 10 June. The names of nominated candidates will be published next week.

This is very good news. It’s got to be better having local people managing village affairs, rather than nominated individuals from Harrogate Council.

Events planned at The Catton Kitchen
Here’s news of a few events planned at The Catton Kitchen over the coming weeks:

Friday 17 June, 4.30 to 8.30pm – burger night using as much of The Catton Kitchen’s produce and meat as possible. Join us at the market garden to enjoy your food where there will be a bar or pop in and collect your food to enjoy at home.
Saturday 9 July, midday to 6pm – BBQ and one year anniversary of The Catton Kitchen. An afternoon to showcase the market garden’s meat, salad and veg. There will be a bar and 90 minutes of live music. Adults and children welcome to come along to help Amy and Hugo celebrate twelve months of operation. Prices to be confirmed.
Thursday 21 July – Pizza night with Cozy P’s Woodfired Pizza. Go along to the market garden to enjoy your pizza where there will be a bar or, pop in and collect your food to enjoy at home.

Watch Facebook and Instagram for more information. Or call 07747 083155
http://www.thecattonkitchen.co.uk

They’re off at Thirsk
Tuesday 14 June – Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, YO7 1QL. An afternoon of racing featuring Royal Ascot. Gates open 11am, first race 1.45pm. Call 01845 522276 or book online at http://www.thirskracecourse.net

The Yorkshire critters – carvers of distinction
Up to Wed 15 June at Tennants Auctions, Leyburn, DL8 5SG. The Critter Carvers are a group of over
40 craftsmen working from the 1940s to the present day, who make oak furniture inspired by Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson. 8.30am to 5pm. Free entry. Call 01969 621146 for more information.

Knit and Natter
There’ll be a Knit & Natter session at the Milk Churn Farm Shop on Wednesday 15 June between 1.30 and 3.30pm. Pop along and enjoy an afternoon chatting and maybe trying something different whilst making new friends, or meeting old ones. A drink and cake is included in the price of £3. Bring your knitting or crocheting and share your knowledge or just come along to natter. Please ring the shop to confirm your seat 01845 400446.

The Ritz Cinema

To Thursday 16 June – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (This film contains flashing images which may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy).
Friday 17 to Thursday 23 June (Matinee on Wednesday 22 June) – Top Gun: Maverick

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

Unfortunately, because of poor attendance, Rural Arts is withdrawing the ‘Hearts and Crafts’ sessions from Topcliffe and Asenby Village Hall once this series of classes is completed.

Disco at The Angel
Everyone likes a disco featuring 70s, 80s and 90s hits so get on your glad rags for this big night out at The Angel. It’s on Saturday 16 July between 7.30pm and midnight and besides three decades of top hit music played by a great DJ , there’ll be a delicious BBQ supper. Anyone dressing in retro gear has the chance to win £75 worth of West Park Inns vouchers. And here’s the best part of it: buy your tickets in advance and get them for £5 – that’s half price. Purchase tickets on the night at the door and you’ll have to pay the full price of £10.

Deer Shed Festival
The 12th Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park is taking place between 29 and 31 July. Full ticket details are available at http://deershedfestival.com

Rural Arts events at The Courthouse, Thirsk
For information on classes and workshops, and to book places, go to https://www.ruralarts.org/:

Local traders
Most of these traders also have a Facebook page where you can check out latest information.

The Angel at Topcliffe – http://www.theangelattopcliffe.co.uk
Asenbee Honey – http://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk
John Aston Flooring Ltd – info@johnastonflooring.co.uk – 01845 421111.
The Catton Kitchen – http://www.cattonkitchen.co.uk – 07747 083155.
Chip ‘n Dales – Friday teatime – 5 until 7pm in Topcliffe. https://www.chipndales.co.uk
The Elm Gallery – http://www.the-elm-gallery.co.uk – 01845 577316 or 07709 223920.
Fotiá Candles – http://www.fotiacandles.co.uk – 07879 447953.
Joanna’s Touch Photography – 07732 941758. Also on Facebook and Instagram.
The Little Yorkshire Hamper Company – http://www.thelittleyorkshirehampercompany.co.uk 07793 775987.
The Milk Churn Farm Shop & Cafe – https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/ – 01845 400446.
Studio 18 Hairstylist – Nicola James, 18 Long Street (opposite the surgery). 07851 034815.
The Swan – 01845 595185 The Swan, Topcliffe | Facebook
The Thirsk Food Bank – collection point at the Milk Churn Farm Shop.
Topcliffe Post Office – 01845 577517.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 16 June and 30 June.
Refuse – Mondays 20 June and 4 July.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Refuse – Monday 13 and 27 June
Garden waste – Thursday 16 and 30 June.
Recycling – Mondays 20 June and 4 July.

The week’s UK Covid statistics
• For the fifth week in a row, the R number range remains at 0.7 to 0.9 meaning that on average every 10 people infected will infect between 7 and 9 other people.
• There have been 177,977 UK deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 195,962 deaths that had Covid mentioned on the death certificate.

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

Posted on 5 June 20222 October 2026 by Doug Allan

Sunday Email: Issue 111

Welcome to the 111th issue of the Sunday Email which arrives later in the day than usual, but the delay is to accommodate photographs and announcements about competition winners made at this morning’s hugely successful Sunday Brunch. The village has been buzzing over the whole celebration weekend. It has beena wonderful coming together of the communities of Topcliffe and Asenby. Congratulations to all who helped organise the various events and a big thank you to everyone who joined in the fun.

And, I am sure everyone in both Topcliffe and Asenby will wish to join me in offering their warmest congratulations to HM The Queen on this very special occasion.

Doug
07785 223707

Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
Our celebrations to mark the Platinum Jubilee have been a huge success and it has been a truly amazing weekend.

The majority of villagers embraced the Jubilee event and transformed Topcliffe and Asenby into a brightly decorated royal wonderland with bunting, flags and other decorations. Yesterday independent judges toured Topcliffe and Asenby and selected a the best decorated house from each village. The prize winners are:

Topcliffe: Pauline Hand, Deans Square
Asenby: The Robertson Family, The Old Barn.

Yesterday’s Party in the Park – the main event of the weekend – was held on the Playing Field in Topcliffe and dozens of families joined in the fun and games…and enjoyed a picnic, live music and ice creams. Here are a few pictures taken during the day:

A big thank you to all the parents who gave up their time to plan and organise the event and to Wendy and Louise Bumby who prepared 80 afternoon teas for those who preferred not to have to make up their own picnic.

Children were invited to attend the picnic wearing their own homemade monarch’s crown and the best efforts were awarded prizes. The winner was:

Teddy McLean of Half Moon House, Topcliffe
The second and third places went to Evelyn and Connie Robertson
All the competitors are pictured here

Throughout Saturday afternoon visitors had the opportunity to climb up the tower of St Columba’s Church to see how the village looked from above in its Platinum Jubilee colours.

This morning, around 100 villagers attended the Sunday Brunch at the Village Hall, making it one the best attended brunches ever organised. A big thank you to the team in the kitchen – Judith Lowe, Malcolm and Karen Morley, Linda Robinson, Chris Wiggins and Lynne Mee (and anyone else who helped).

Royalty-themed paintings prepared by children attending Topcliffe Academy were on display at the brunch. The artwork was judged earlier in the week and the judges chose the following winners:

Nursery & Reception: Amy Foster, Shaila Rahman and Louis Desquesnoe
Dragons (Years 1 and 2): Annabelle Bumby, Rose Davis and Isla Burke
Knights Coats of Arms – (Years 3 & 4): Tyler Dawson, Oliver Robertson and Ava Clark
Queen’s Images – (Years 5 & 6) Marilyn Wright, Grace Butma and Lewis Clark.

TONIGHT
This evening at 6.30pm the community’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations will close with a Choral Evensong at St Columba’s Church. The service will be followed by refreshments. It’s hoped that our two villages might find this a nice way to close the extended weekend’s celebrations. Everyone is warmly invited to attend.

St Columba’s services

TONIGHT – Sunday 5 June at 6.30pm – Jubilee Service of Choral Evensong
Sunday 12 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Sunday 19 June at 10.45am – Choral Matins
Sunday 26 June at 10.45am – Holy Communion.

All services conclude with refreshments and time to linger.

St. Columba’s – our very own saint
St Columba’s Day is celebrated on the 9 June. St Columba was known as the ‘Apostle to the Picts’ and was the founder of the Christian centre of Iona. He was of royal birth in Ireland, was a poet and a learned man and a monk.

Much of the story of his early life in Ireland is disputed but he seems to have been involved in the Battle of Cúl Dreimhne in 561, during which many men were killed. A synod of clerics and scholars threatened to excommunicate him for these deaths, but eventually, the process was deemed a miscarriage of justice. However, Columba’s own conscience was uneasy, and on the advice of an aged hermit, Molaise, he resolved to deal with his uneasiness by leaving Ireland and moving to, in 563, to Scotland.

According to legend he first landed on the Kintyre Peninsula. However, being still in sight of his native land, he moved farther north up the west coast of Scotland. The island of Iona was given to him by his kinsman Conall mac Comgaill, King of Dál Riata, who perhaps had invited him to go to Scotland in the first place.
Columba subsequently played a major role in the politics of the country. He was very energetic in his work as a missionary and he founded several churches in the Hebrides. He also worked to turn his monastery at Iona into a school for missionaries. He was a renowned man of letters, having written several hymns and being credited with having transcribed 300 books.

According to traditional sources, Columba died on Iona on Sunday, 9 June 597, and was buried by his monks in the abbey he created. Columba’s relics were finally removed in 849 and divided between Scotland and Ireland.

New organist or pianist required
The organist at St James’ Church, Baldersby St James is leaving in August and the search is on for someone who would like to play either the organ or piano on two Sundays each month. apparently the church has wonderful acoustics. If you’re interested and would like to try out the instruments, please get in touch with Rosemarie Carter, the Church Warden on 01765 640360 or email carter-stuart@btconect.com

Have you ordered your repeat prescription for July?
Those who get medications from Topcliffe Surgery are reminded that major system changes being introduced next month mean that any meds needed in July should be ordered as soon as possible in June.

Patients will be unable to order their regular prescription whilst the changeover is taking place in July so that month’s prescription should be requested early so that requests can be fulfilled ahead of the change.

As a result of the computer systems update, patients will need to take action to ensure they can access medical services via their Apps. The Patient Access app will soon stop working altogether and instead everyone should download and use the NHS App to order their medication. However, patients are advised that they won’t be able to order medication on the NHS app unless they also link their app to the Surgery. Help about how to do this can be found at https://help.login.nhs.uk

Is it third time lucky for Asenby?
Harrogate Borough Council has announced that it will try for a third time to get some nominations for the five seats on Asenby Parish Council. Two previous attempts have drawn a blank but rather than appoint Borough councillors to manage village affairs, the Returning Officer is hoping that a few villagers will step forward to take on the role. Nominations must be lodged by Friday 10 June. Here’s the notice published by the Borough this week.

Village Hall meeting
The AGM and an Ordinary Meeting of the Village Hall Committee will be held consecutively starting at 7.30pm on Tuesday 7 June in the Village Hall – www.topcliffe.org.uk/village-hall/

Comedy Night at The Angel
The next Hilarity Bites Comedy Club will be held at The Angel on Tuesday 7 June. Doors open 7.30pm and show starts at 8pm. Tickets £10 in advance and £12 on day of the show. Call 01845 578000.

Soup & sweet lunch
The next soup and sweet lunch will be held at the Village Hall next Wednesday (8 June) at 12 noon.

Knit and Natter
There’ll be a Knit & Natter session at the Milk Churn Farm Shop is on Wednesday 15 June between 1.30 and 3.30pm. pop along and enjoy an afternoon chatting and maybe trying something different whilst making new friends, or meeting old ones. A drink and cake is included in the price of £3. Bring your knitting or crocheting and share your knowledge or just come along to natter. Please ring the shop to confirm your seat 01845 400446.

The Ritz Cinema

To Thursday 9 June – The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 June (Matinees only) – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Friday 10 to Thursday 16 June – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (This film contains flashing images which may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy)

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

Music at Junction 50
The first concert in this year’s ‘Music at Junction 50’ series takes place on Wednesday 29 June at 7pm. It features two very talented young artists – Tara Viscardi on the harp and Robert Finegan playing the saxaphone.
Tickets available from Sue Brown c.b.brown398@hotmail.co.uk (07840 381558) or Colin Reid – colinreid97@yahoo.co.uk (07770 620897) or at the door on the night.

Rugby summer taster sessions
The remaining two rugby taster sessions at Thirsk Athletics Club will be held on Sunday 10 July and Sunday 14 August between 9.30 and 11.30am. The aim is to give youngsters aged 2 to 17 an introduction to the game. The club is based in Newsham Road (YO7 1QP). Check out the club at http:// thirskrufc.co.uk

Deer Shed Festival
The 12th Deer Shed Festival, Baldersby Park is taking place between 29 and 31 July. Full ticket details are available at http://deershedfestival.com

Rural Arts events at The Courthouse, Thirsk
For information on classes and workshops, and to book places, go to https://www.ruralarts.org/:

Local traders
Most of these traders also have a Facebook page where you can check out latest information.

The Angel at Topcliffe – http://www.theangelattopcliffe.co.uk
Asenbee Honey – http://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk
John Aston Flooring Ltd – info@johnastonflooring.co.uk – 01845 421111.
The Catton Kitchen – http://www.cattonkitchen.co.uk – 07747 083155.
Chip ‘n Dales – Friday teatime – 5 until 7pm in Topcliffe. https://www.chipndales.co.uk
The Elm Gallery – http://www.the-elm-gallery.co.uk – 01845 577316 or 07709 223920.
Fotiá Candles – http://www.fotiacandles.co.uk – 07879 447953.
Joanna’s Touch Photography – 07732 941758. Also on Facebook and Instagram.
The Little Yorkshire Hamper Company – http://www.thelittleyorkshirehampercompany.co.uk 07793 775987.
The Milk Churn Farm Shop & Cafe – https://www.milkchurnfarmshop.co.uk/ – 01845 400446.
Studio 18 Hairstylist – Nicola James, 18 Long Street (opposite the surgery). 07851 034815.
The Swan – 01845 595185 The Swan, Topcliffe | Facebook
The Thirsk Food Bank – collection point at the Milk Churn Farm Shop.
Topcliffe Post Office – 01845 577517.

Bin Collections

Hambleton (Topcliffe):

Refuse – Tuesday 7 June (one day later than usual) and Monday 20 June.
Recycling & Garden Waste – Thursdays 16 June and 30 June.

Harrogate (Asenby):

Recycling – Monday 6 and 20 June.
Refuse – Monday 13 and 27 June
Garden waste – Thursday 16 and 30 June.

The week’s UK Covid statistics
• For the fourth week in a row, the R number range remains at 0.7 to 0.9 meaning that on average every 10 people infected will infect between 7 and 9 other people.
• There have been 177,977 UK deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 195,962 deaths that had Covid mentioned on the death certificate.

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