St Columba’s Services
- TODAY – Sunday 30 June – No Service (5th Sunday).
- Sunday 7 July at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong.
- Sunday 14 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion.
- Sunday 21 July at 10.45am – Sung Matins.
- Sunday 28 July at 10.45am – Holy Communion
Refreshments are served after every Sunday morning service.
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The Asenby Park Fun Run
TODAY: Sunday 30 June, 2 to 4pm – the Asenby Park Fun Run and activities day. A perfect opportunity for villagers to come together to see the amazing efforts by local volunteers and the Parish Council to create a new community space.
Dedicated runners can challenge themselves on the 1km course, and there’s a more gentle jog around for the less serious. Also a 400m route that children can enjoy.
There will be lots of games and there’s a new football net now in place making it ideal for those who want a kick-about. Also lookout for the cake stall as well as tea and coffee… and of course the obligatory raffle and tombola. Tickets for the raffle will be on sale at £2 each or £8 for a strip of five tickets and it’s cash only. There are some great prizes to be won.
The new trees are coming along nicely and some new signage at the park entrance has been erected to help identify them. Wild flowers continue to emerge amongst the long grass, so see how many can you identify.
Sorry, but dogs are not permitted in the community park (guide dogs and assistance dogs excepted).
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The Yorkshire Flea
TODAY: Sunday 30 June – The Yorkshire Flea vintage and antique event is on today at Thirsk Auction Mart between 11am and 6pm. There’ll be around 100 reputable traders in vintage, collectables and antiques. Good disabled access and ample free parking. Onsite cafe. Dogs on leads admitted. Admission £3 per adult. Accompanied children under 16 years free of charge.
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Thirsk Royal British Legion Band
TODAY: Sunday 30 June – the band’s summer concert will be held in Thirsk Parish Church at 2pm. All welcome.
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Village Quiz
TONIGHT: Sunday 30 June– The quiz is on at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall at 8pm.
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Last week’s quiz winners were the Three Musketeers – Alan, Sue and Derek. The excellent quiz was set by Sylvia. Fewer than normal attended but there was football on the television and lots of regulars are on holiday.
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Chip ‘n Dales
The Chip ‘n Dales fish and chip van is in Topcliffe every Friday 5 ’til 7pm
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The Topcliffe Ceilidh held last Saturday at the Village Hall was a sell-out and a huge success. Eighty villagers danced the night away to music provided by the excellent Cod Beck Ceilidh Band. The food prepared by Karen Morley and served by Linda Carver and a few others, went down a treat…and lots of lucky people went home with a fantastic raffle prize. Well done all those involved, especially organisers Sarah Barber and Jane Burnett, but also the Post Office staff who helped sell tickets and all the local businesses that provided prizes for the raffle. The flowers provided by Sahra Raynor of Willow View Farm Cut Flowers & Foliage were amazing and all were sold at the end of the evening to boost funds. Finally, thanks to all of those who bought tickets and went along for a great evening, which raised over £900 for the Village Hall.
Here’s a few more photographs of the night – 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5, 6 , 7.
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Parish Clerk needed
Asenby Parish Council continues to search for a new Parish Clerk. The Clerk is needed to support parish councillors with administrative duties. The council meets a number of times each year depending on needs within the village. This is a paid post and would particularly suit someone who has held a similar post in the past, although this is not essential as guidance and support will be available. For further information please email: asenbypc@gmail.com
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Topcliffe racing pigeon club
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Our local pigeon fanciers’ club finished the season with the most points accumulated in the Stockton and District Federation area. Topcliffe South Road Flying Club was formed 10 years ago. Pigeons are released as far away as Eastbourne and pre-Covid, even from Europe! The club has fifteen members and approximately 150 birds birds, flying every week from April to September. Members compete against clubs from Stockton, Middlesbrough and Thirsk.
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Your local councillor…always available to help
Local councillor, Rev. Dan Sladden, who represents the Sowerby & Topcliffe division on North Yorkshire Council has indicated that he intends to stay in touch with residents all year round – not just at election time. One of his main campaign promises, which no doubt helped in getting him elected last November, was his clear desire to be accessible to people and to listen to their concerns and ideas for our community. He has already been quite active in support of issues in Topcliffe and his support has been very welcome.
His email address is cllr.dan.sladden@northyorks.gov.uk and his phone number is 07466 487989 – so do not hesitate to contact him if you have any issues you would like to discuss with him.
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Microchipping for cats
It’s now a legal requirement that cats (only a few exceptions) must be microchipped. On Monday 1 July, between 3 and 5pm, the Blue Cross is holding a free microchipping session for cats at its rehoming centre near Topcliffe. Blue Cross can only see people by appointment, so sorry no walk ins. Each slot is five minutes long. Owners must arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete paperwork. There’s plenty of car parking.
Ring 0300 777 1848 or email – thirsk@bluecross.org.uk
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Topcliffe Academy – Dates for your diary
- Tuesday, 2 July – Maple Class Production Performance, 2pm
- Wednesday, 3 July – Maple Class Production Performance, 6pm
- Friday, 5 July – School Sports Day and FOTS Summer Fair, 1pm.
- Monday, 8 – Friday, 12 July – Year 6 Induction Week at Thirsk School
- Friday, 19 July – End of Year Celebration Service, St Columba’s Church, 10am
- Friday, 19 July – School closes for the summer holidays at 2pm.
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National Election
Voting in the Parliamentary Election takes place on Thursday 4 July. Electors in Topcliffe will vote at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall and those living in Asenby need to travel to Rainton Village Hall. Voting takes place between 7am and 10pm. Don’t forget to take photo ID.
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Village Hall Committee
The next meeting of the Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall committee will be held at the Village Hall on Tuesday 9 July at 7.30pm.
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Soup & Sweet Lunch
The next Soup & Sweet lunch will be held at the Village Hall on Wednesday 10 July from 11.30 to 12.45pm. There’ll be a selection of home-made soups, puddings, delicious cakes and bakes and tea or coffee. All welcome. No set charge, but donations welcome.
The lunch held on 26 June saw 51 meals served and a total of £141 raised. A donation of £50 has been made to the Boccia Club, which meets each week in the Village Hall, and the balance after expenses, has been added to the Warm Hub Community Fund.
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Asenby Parish Council
The next meeting of Asenby Parish Council will be held on Wednesday 10 July at 7pm in the upper committee room at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall. All welcome.
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Topcliffe Parish Council
The date of the next meeting is yet to be set.
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The Angel Comedy Night
The next Hilarity Bites Comedy Night at The Angel in Topcliffe will be held on Thursday 25 July. Doors open 7.30pm and the show begins at 8pm. Tickets £10 if purchased in advance or £12 on the door. For more information and tickets call 01845 578000.
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Deer Shed Festival
This year’s Deer Shed Festival will be on at Baldersby Park over the weekend – 26 to 29 July. The programme for this year’s festival is shown here.
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Chef’s Table at The Catton Kitchen
Following the success of last year’s Chef’s Table event, it is being repeated this year on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 August. There’ll be a delicious range of meat, seafood, vegetables and cheese served over seven or eight courses, with wine pairing. Tickets are £140 per person. Booking essential. Contact Amy at Catton Kitchen via the Facebook page or by calling 07747 083155.
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Alex Scott in concert at The Village Hall
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Alex is a very talented solo artist with a great repertoire of songs from the 1960s to the present…all guaranteed to get you on the dance floor or at least to get your feet tapping. This cabaret-style evening on Saturday 17 August is going to be extremely popular and already over half the avvailable tickets have been sold. This is a bring your own drinks and nibbles evening. All profits will go to help support and maintain the Village Hall.
Tickets priced at £10 are selling well, so don’t delay and miss out! Get yours from Topcliffe Post Office or Doug Allan on 07785 223707.
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Topcliffe & Asenby Produce Show 2024
The show will be held on Saturday 31 August at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall and there will be 83 classes in five categories: 47 horticultural classes: 17 baking, jams, preserves and pickles classes: 3 floral classes: 11 hobbies classes and 5 specific classes that only children can enter. The full list of categories and show rules, together with timings on the day, are available here.
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EVENTS ON AROUND THE AREA
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Cruises on the Ripon Canal
Ripon Scenic Cruises are offering afternoon tea and prosecco cruises each Saturday afternoon in June, July and August. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/riponsceniccruises
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Racing at Thirsk
• Wednesday 3 July – afternoon racing
• Wednesday 17 July – afternoon racing
• Friday 26 July – GRIY Summer Festival
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The Ritz Cinema
- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga – to Thursday 4 July – matinee on Wednesday 3 July.
- Wilding – Friday 5 to Thursday 11 July – no matinee.
- Inside Out 2 – Friday 12 to Thursday 18 July – matinees on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 July.
- The Bikeriders – Friday 19 to Thursday 25 July – no matinee.
- The Dead Don’t Hurt – Friday 26 July to Thursday 1 August – no matinee.
- Despicable Me 4 – Friday 2 to Thursday 8 August – matinees on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August.
- Fly me to the Moon – Friday 9 to Thursday 15 August – matinee on Wednesday 14 August.
Opening times: Evenings – doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm. Matinees – doors open at 2pm for 2.30pm. You can now book online at https://www.ritzcinema.co.uk/
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Baldersby St. James Church
- Music@Junction 50 – Sadly the planned concert on Thursday 4 July has had to be cancelled as it coincides with the church being used as a Polling Station for the General Election. The concert planned for Thursday 19 September at 7pm features husband and wife Andrea and Djodje Gajic performing Ad Libitum on violin and accordion. See poster here. Further details available from Colin Reid – colinreid97@yahoo.co.uk – or by telephone – 01765 640624
- This year’s Book Sale will be held on the weekend of Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September. The organisers invite donations of any books, which can be left in the church at any time during the day.
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Ripon Theatre Festival
The Ripon Theatre Festival is back for 2024 and there’s a great programme in store. It will feature the very best in touring theatre, street entertainment, family shows, comedy, dance and storytelling across five days and six nights. There’ll also be community performances, workshops and pop-up surprises. Ticketed and free performances for all ages. Bringing colour and culture to brighten the city.
Hilarity Bites Festival Special: This comedy collaboration has a twist of theatre and a dash of music with a good dollop of improvisation. At Ripon Arts Hub, Allhallowgate on Tuesday 2 July. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Show at 8pm. Tickets £10.
Tales from the Scriptorium: – medieval heritage crafts and stories – two interactive sessions at Fountains Abbey on Tuesday 2 July. Book online at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/select/RdiEJKhzXNnT
Look After Your Knees: A solo performance by Yorkshire-based physical comedian Natalie Bellingham about the pain and beauty of love, what it is to both connect and unravel. Wednesday 3 July at 8pm at Ripon Arts Hub, Allhallowgate. Tickets £12.Presented in memory of Ripon Theatre Festival founder, Ian Holloway. There will be a collection after the show for St Michael’s Hospice.
A spoonful of Julie: a tribute to Julie Andrews packed with songs and medleys – Wednesday 3 July lunchtime (1pm) at Holy Trinity Church, Ripon.
Short Story Writing Workshop with Ilaria Passeri: a practical and creative session at Ripon Library at 11am on Friday 5 July.
Mr Owen’s Pocketbook; – poetry and performance from WW1 in Ripon Cathedral where Wilfred Owen spent his last birthday. Friday 5 July at 2pm.
Shakespeare’s Royals: Barrie Rutter OBE presents an evening of entertainment in Ripon Cathedral. Friday 5 July at 7.30pm. Tickets £14 to £16. More details to follow.
Looking for me friend: the music of Victoria Wood: Friday 5 July at Ripon Arts Hub, Allhallowsgate. Tickets £14 to £16.
The Adventures of Doctor Doolittle: Newby Hall & Gardens is the venue for a special Ripon Festival event on Saturday 6 July. They will be welcoming the fabulous Illyria, masters of outdoor theatre, who will present The Adventures of Doctor Doolittle, a very funny, exciting and much-loved family adventure. Great opportunity for a family picnic.
Fate and the Warrior – rehearsed reading of a new play about Caribbean author Edgar Mittelholzer – at the Workhouse Museum at 3pm on Sunday 7 July.
Book online at https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/
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Rural Arts events
Here are some of the workshops coming up at The Courthouse in Thirsk:
- Collage Master Class – Wednesday 3 July – See how the great artists used collage in their work. Practice composition and colour, and develop your own personal collage style! 10.00am – 4.00pm.
- Ceramic Clocks – Wednesday 3 July – Roll, score, slip and decorate your very own ceramic wall clock. 10.30am – 12.30pm. £23.00 per person.
- Freehand Machine Embroidery – Wednesday 10 July – Learn the creative art of freehand machine embroidery and applique, using the machine needle and thread as your drawing medium. 10.00am – 1.00pm.
- Wild Wire Flowers – Friday 12 July – 10am – 12.30pm or 1pm – 3.30pm.
- Working with Jesmonite – Wednesday 17 July
- Taste of Collage – Wednesday 17 July – A fun morning exploring all things cutting and sticking: how the great artists have used collage and you can too! 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Visit Rural Arts’ website – Home – Rural Arts for more details or to make a booking. Or just pop in to The Courthouse in Thirsk if you’d prefer a face-to-face chat.
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Kilburn Feast
Here’s a taste of the entertainment, eating and drinking and fun and games planned for this year’s Kilburn Feast, which is on from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 July.
Friday 5 July
- Pub Quiz at 8pm at the Forresters Arms – outside, weather permitting.
Saturday 6 July
- Quoits Contest –2pm – ladies followed by men’s. Village Square.
- BBQ – 4pm – with live music at the Forresters Arms.
- Mouse Derby at 7pm – The Forresters Arms – outside, weather permitting.
Sunday 7 July
- Family Fun & Entertainment – starting 12 noon – free children’s entertainment, decoration of feast cart and donkeys on Kirk’s Field and at Kilburn Village Institute.
- Tug o’ War – kids and adults – from 12 noon – Village Square.
- Activities and stalls – 2pm – Village Square
- Thirsk Royal British Legion Band
- St Mary’s Church service – 3pm
- The Great Twattleton Beck Duck Race – 4.30pm. Buy your duck from the Forresters Arms.
- Lord Mayor’s Parade – 5.30pm.
All monies raised will be donated to three local charities – Herriot Hospice, St Mary’s Church and Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service. Free car parking.
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Steam & Vintage Rally
This year’s annual Steam and Vintage Rally at Duncombe Park, Helmsley will take place on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July. Presented by the Great Yorkshire Traction Engine Club, there’ll be steam and stationary engines, fair ground organs, vintage
tractors, commercial vehicles, models, crafts and autojumble. Family entertainment,
licenced bar and evening entertainment. Pre-book and save money. General Admission: Adult £14, 65+/Concession £12. 5-16 year olds £8, under 5 free. Saturday evening ticket
£10. Family £32, Book online http://www.gytec.co.uk
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Thirsk Farmers’ Market
On Thirsk Market Place Sunday 7 July between 9am and 2pm. Around 20 artisan food and drink producers bring the fruits of their labour to the town.
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Vet signs his new book
Local Vet and TV star Julian Norton will be signing copies of his new book, Ruminations of a Yorkshire Vet, at White Rose Bookstore on Thirsk Market Place from 1pn on Sunday 7 July.
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Galeón Andalucía in Whitby
This amazing replica of a Spanish galleon will be visiting Whitby Harbour from Wednesday 10 to Monday 15 July. It’s a replica of the ship used by the Spanish during the 16th to 18th centuries. Once on board, you are free to stroll around its decks, talk to crew members and visit an exhibition, watch videos and projections and see historical documents. 10am to 8pm. £12, child (5-10) £6, under 5s free, Family (2+3) £30. Book online at www.tickets.velacuadra.es
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Pickhill Strawberry Fayre
This year’s event is on Saturday 13 July starting 1pm and running through to 11pm. Children’s entertainment from 5 until 7pm, followed by a DJ playing all the hits from 7 until 9pm, and finally a band – Doubtful Bottle – playing from 9 until 11pm.
There’s a bar and lots of food offerings, including BBQ, Chines, pizza and jacket potatoes…and freshly picked strawberries. There’ll also be an ice cream van on site. Look out for a range of stalls and craft stands, plus games and lots of entertainment for the young ones. See poster here.
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Thorp Perrow
- Sensation ABBA Tribute – Saturday 13 July
- The Freddie & Queen Experience – Friday 2 August
More details and bookings: https://www.thorpperrow.com/
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Catton Fest
The big annual event at The Catton Kitchen will take place on Sunday 14 July between 2 and 8pm. See poster here.
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An Evening with Ian Moore
Follow the hilarious misadventures of Ian Moore and his family as their search for serenity in rural France leads them on a journey of chaos, commotion and comedy. This will be a highly entertaining evening and includes a talk, reading, Q&A session and book signing. Monday 15 July at 7pm at White Rose Books, Thirsk. £5 including a welcome drink and £2 off the purchase of the book. Please telephone 01845 524353.to reserve a place.
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Gathering in The Garden
Join the Thirsk friends of the Lambert Hospice at the Gathering in The Garden at Thirsk Hall on Thursday 18 July from 6.30 to 8.30pm to raise funds for the Lambert Hospice. Price includes fizz, canapés and Strings Attached. Tickets £20 from 07774 983275.
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Open Day at Nature Reserve
There’s to be an open day at High Batts Nature Reserve, near Lightwater Valley, on Sunday 21 July between 10am and 4pm. It’s free and there’ll be lots going on – check out the poster here for full detaills.
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Leeming Families Air Display
RAF Leeming is planning a families air display on the afternoon of Thursday 25 July (no specific has been published yet but I’ll let you know when it is) and it will provide an opportunity for the general public to watch from various viewing points around the airbase boundary. The display will include take off and landings by Eurofighter Typhoons, Hawker Hunters, Quatari Hawks and Chinook Helicopters…and a fly-past by The Red Arrows. The public will not be allowed on the base, but several viewing areas, including Roman Road, Leeming, DL7 9SN, are available. There’s ample free public car parking.
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Wensleydale Railway
There’s something for everyone at Wensleydale Railway over the coming months. They are planning plenty of events and activities and here’s a taste of what’s on with a link to the booking system:
- Sunday 28 July – Yorkshire Day Afternoon Tea Train.
- Sunday 18 August at 2.30pm – Summer Afternoon Tea Train
Contact email: admin@wensleydalerailway.com / 01677 425805
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Thirsk Model Railway Show
On at Thirsk Town Hall on Westgate from 10am to 4pm on Sunday 28 July. It will feature fifteen model railway layouts, a variety of traders and lots of different demonstrators, as well as refreshments, a children’s competition and a tombola. Profits to be donated to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Adults £5, accompanied children free of charge.
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Beatles by Candlelight
The Beatles By Candlelight comes to Ripon Cathedral. Thursday 15 August 2024 at 7.30pm. Featuring a fantastic band and a cast of West End singers. All your favourite Beatles songs. Book online at http://www.concertsbycandlelight.com
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de Mowbray Music Festival
Thirsk’s annual music festival is on Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 August. Staged at venues throughout Thirsk, it offers something for everyone. See full programme on the poster here.
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Other events in the area this summer
Here are some dates to note in your diary.
- A Taste of Yorkshire – Sutton Bank National Park Centre – Sunday 7 July – Enjoy a fantastic range of local produce and drinks to both sample and buy. 10am – 4pm. Free entry, no booking required.
- The Great Yorkshire Show –Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 July. (Tickets for Wednesday 10 July have sold out).
- Harrogate Fake Festival: Saturday 13 July see the best fake bands on The Stray. Tickets from http://www.fakefestivals.co.uk
- Hampsthwaite Feast & Show – Friday19 and Saturday 20 July –http://www.hampsthwaite.org.uk/hampsthwaitefeast
- Masham Steam Engines & Fair Organs – This very popular annual rally is on in Masham on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July. Adult £12, Family (2+3) £25. Tickets from http://www.hello@mashamsteamrally.com
- Picton Show – (near Yarm) – Saturday 20 July – sports, gymkhana and horticultural show. 9am-4pm. http://www.pictonhorticulturalshow.weebly.com
- Historic Vehicle Rally – Sunday 21 July – Newby Hall near Ripon – Vintage and classic cars – the North’s biggest one-day car show. 10am-3pm. Adult £14, child £9, family £40, under 4s free (gardens only, house has supplement). www.newbyhall.com
- Borrowby Show – Saturday 27 July – Hillside Rural Activities Park, Knayton YO7 4AX. Noon-6pm. www.borrowbyshow.co.uk
- Aldborough & Boroughbridge Agricultural Show – Sunday 28 July – staged at Newby Hall – Baking, handicrafts, horticulture, children’s classes, flower arranging, photography and farm produce. Dog, cattle, sheep, horse and donkey classes. Tickets include entry into the gardens and legendary adventure playground. 10am-4pm. Book online www.boroughbridgeshow.co.uk
- Ryedale Agricultural Show – Tuesday 30 July – Wellburn Park near Kirbymoorside YO62 7HG. 8.30am-6pm. Online or card payment on the day. www.ryedaleshow.co.uk
- Osmotherley Show – Saturday 3 August – Home Farm, Thimbleby DL6 3PY. Traditional agricultural show.c10am-10pm. £8, Child (5-11) £5, free parking. www.osmotherleyshow.co.uk
- Fireworks Championships – Newby Hall from 4 until 10pm on Saturday 24 August. Fireworks Championships 2024 – Newby Hall
- Ripley Food & Drink Festival – Ripley Castle – 10am to 6pm on Saturday 24 to Monday 26 August. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/foodfestival/1020553/r/website
- Harrogate Flower Show – Friday 13 to Sunday 15 September. Tickets are now on sale and you can save £5 by buying in advance. This year in the grounds of Newby Hall. Autumn Show | Autumn Show (flowershow.org.uk)
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That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.
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