St Columba’s Services
- TODAY: Sunday 24 August at 10.45am – Holy Communion, Rev Robert Williamson, refreshments.
- Thursday 28 August at 11am – Midweek Morning Prayer with refreshments and fellowship.
- Sunday 31 August – No service (5th Sunday of the month).
- Thursday 4 September at 11am – Midweek Morning Service with refreshments and fellowship.
- Sunday 7 September – No said Holy Communion Service in September.
- Sunday 7 September at 6.30pm – Choral Evensong followed by pre-supper drinks and refreshments.
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Asenby Summer Soiree
TODAY: Sunday 24 August between 2pm – 4pm, Asenby Village is holding a Summer Soiree in the Community Park off Jamesville Way. The theme of the event is the era of the 1940s and 1950s. There will be live music courtesy of The Cherry Tones, a female duo, and alcoholic refreshment in the form of a glass of Aperol Spritz (or non-alcohol alternative) is being provided by The Crab & Lobster.
There’ll be lots of fun and games for the children. Those attending are encouraged to dress up in clothing appropriate to the era and there’ll be prizes for the best dressed. Everyone is encouraged to bring a picnic. Tables and chairs will be available for older residents. The £5 entry fee for adults includes a serving of dessert and a raffle ticket in the big prize draw. Among the excellent range of prizes will be afternoon teas at Grantley Hall and Saltmore (Sandsend).Children go free! All event profits will go towards maintaining and updating Asenby Community Park.
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TONIGHT: Sunday 24 August – the quiz will take place at 8pm this evening in the Village Hall. All welcome.
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Last Sunday’s quiz was set by Dave and won after a decider by Mac & Lynne and Stephen and Sheila. Well done the winners and everyone else who took part.
Here are a few of the questions from the quiz to test your knowledge. See the answers at the end of today’s email.
1. How many brains does an octopus have?
2. In which county is Anmer Hall, the country home of Prince William and his family?
3. In which US state is Mount McKinley?
4. Who was Britain’s Prime Minister on VJ Day in 1945?
5. The Royal Mail last week issued a set of commemorative stamps celebrating which comedy group?
6. The Ford Transit van celebrated which birthday recently?
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The Tattler – September edition
The next edition of the Tattler newsletter is currently being produced and should be published on Tuesday 9 September. The editor is always happy to receive information, articles and photographs for possible inclusion. Contact Doug Allan – doug@dougallan.co.uk The deadline for and submissions is Wednesday 27 August.
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Topcliffe Surgery
The surgery is closed on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August. It reopens at 8am on Tuesday 26 August. If you experience an emergency whilst the surgery is closed please call NHS 111.
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Thirsk Market Place pavement maintenance
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North Yorkshire Council will begin pavement maintenance in Thirsk Market Place on Monday, 1 September, between 7:30am and 4pm. The first phase of work will be between number 51 to 55 and 65 to 67 market Place. To minimise disruption to local businesses, work will be carried out in manageable sections. The work will progress until autumn. It will then pause during the colder temperatures, which will prevent the installation of new paving. The Council will provide further updates on when work will resume. The town will remains open for business throughout this work and disruption will be kept to a minimum.
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Increased aircraft activity
RAF Leeming has given notice of increased movement by aircraft operating from the aerodrome from 25 August to 21 September. The base will be hosting fixed wing aircraft and helicopters for a tri-service exercise which will include low and late flying. The RAF says every effort will be made to keep the disturbance to a minimum.
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North Yorkshire Libraries Photo Competition
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Is your child a budding nature photographer? If so, they may wish to participate in North Yorkshire Libraries current competition. Children aged 7 to 11 are invited to take part in this nature photography competition featuring anything they see in the North Yorkshire countryside or in their own garden – a close up of a plant, an insect, an animal or a view of water, hills or sky. The submissions should be landscape, no more than 4mb in size and ideally in jpg format. Each child can send a maximum of three images. Photographs, with details of where they were taken and the child’s name and library card number, can be emailed to library.secretaries@northyorks.gov.uk The closing date is Saturday, 13 September.
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Asenby Planning Application withdrawn
An application submitted to North Yorkshire Council in May for a large commercial building on land close to Asenby allotments on the road towards Rainton, has been withdrawn by the applicant. See the letter from the Council here.
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The Topcliffe & Asenby Produce Show
Only one week to go! Our annual show will be held on Saturday 30 August at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall. The classes and categories will be same as last year, meaning there’ll be 84 classes in total in five categories. The full list and show rules, together with timings on the day, are available here or can be found on both village websites – https://www.asenby.org/ and http://www.topcliffe.org.uk
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- Entries to be taken to the Village Hall between 9am and 11.30am.
- Judging – 12 noon to 2pm.
- Public viewing of exhibits – from 2pm.
- Presentations and raffle – 2.45pm
- Removal of exhibits – by 3.30pm
Open to residents of Topcliffe and Asenby and those who grow produce in gardens or on allotments within the boundaries of either village.
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A Summer Wellness Day
Reconnect, restore and radiate. That’s what’s on offer at the next Wellness Day from Salty Soul Yoga at The Angel Inn on Saturday 30 August starting at 9am. You’ll be asked to step out of the noise and into a day designed for deep rest. Think yoga under open skies, nourishing meals, breathwork, quiet reflection and the gentle creativity of Fan Painting — all set in nature, with community at the heart. Come exactly as you are – leave feeling radiant, rested, and realigned with your natural rhythm. Book online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-pause-ground-connect-create-rest-tickets-1334932341569?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
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Soup & Sweet Lunch
The next Soup and Sweet lunch will be held on Wednesday 3 September from 11.30am to 1pm. There’ll be hearty soup choices with a selection of sandwiches, cakes and tea or coffee. All welcome. There’s no set charge, but donations are welcome to help pay the rental cost of hiring the Village Hall and for food and drink items that must be purchased for each lunch.
The lunch on Wednesday 20 August saw 52 meals served and £174 raised from donations. Of this, £50 was presented to the Community Works charity in Thirsk and, after expenses, the balance was added to the Warm Hub Community Fund.
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The Little Village Bakery
Here’s a reminder that Topcliffe resident Catherine Cowton – or Cat to those who know her – is launching a bakery business in the village from 6 September. The micro bakery will supply sourdough bread, scones and other home-made treats each week. Check out Cat’s Facebook page to follow this new venture and for details of what’s available and how to order: https://www.facebook.com/share/1aXjmiv5mW/?mibextid=wwXlfr
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Village Hall Committee Meeting
Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall Committee will meet on Tuesday 9 September at 7.30pm in the Village Hall.
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Asenby Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting of Asenby Parish Council will be held at 7pm on Wednesday 10 September in the Village Hall.
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Art classes at Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall
- Monday Morning Art Class – the next series of six classes starts on Monday 15 September. For artists of all levels. 10am to 12 noon.
- Paint in Oils – Food Still Life – a five hour workshop running from 10am to 3pm on Friday 19 September. Helpful tips, techniques and support in creating your own Still Life or series of smaller still life single study paintings in oils. All materials provided and refreshments are included. Bring your own lunch or order a light lunch from a local caterer to be delivered on the day.
- Soft pastel garden landscape experience – Thursday 25 September – 10am to 1pm. Helpful tips, techniques and support in creating your own beautiful landscape views. All materials provided and refreshments are included. If you already love working in pastels please do take along your own sets.
- Autumn Sketch and Draw in pencil and charcoal experience – Thursday 9 October – 10am – 2pm. All materials provided and refreshments are included. Bring your own lunch or order a light lunch from a local caterer to be delivered on the day.
Book online at: https://rebeccajayneartist.co.uk/
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Chip ‘n’ Dales
The fish and chip van is in Topcliffe every Friday from 5 – 7pm.
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Local traders and businesses
See here for a list of businesses and traders based in or close to Topcliffe.
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EVENTS ON IN THE WIDER AREA
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Free walking tours of Thirsk
Join a local knowledgeable guide in this fascinating journey through the history of Thirsk. Duration 1½hrs. No fixed price but donations gratefully received. No need to book in advance. Meet outside Thirsk Tourist Information Centre.
- TODAY: Sunday 24 August – 11am
- Friday 29 August – 11am
- Saturday 30 August – 7pm
- Sunday 31 August – 11am.
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The Ritz Cinema
- The Fantastic 4: First Steps – to Thursday 28 August – no matinees.
- The Bad Guys 2 – Friday 29 August to Thursday 4 September – matinees on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August.
- The Naked Gun – Friday 5 to Thursday 11 September – no matinees.
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/
30 Years and Counting
On Saturday 13 September the Ritz Cinema will be offering free guided tours on the hour from 10am until 5pm (last tour 4pm) to celebrate 30 years as a cinema operated by volunteers. Numbers will be limited to 20 per tour – no booking, just turn up at the cinema.
The Ritz, which is now over 100 years old, is offering behind the scenes tours to areas not normally open to the public. The tours will be guided by experienced volunteers who will take visitors to areas that cannot normally be seen whilst the cinema is operating and explain the history of the building as a Mechanics’ Institute. There”ll be an exhibition to view.
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Best of the Summer Shows
- Farndale Show – Monday 25 August.
- Reeth Show – Monday 25 August.
- Kilnsey Show – Tuesday 26 August.
- Bilsdale Show – Saturday 30 August.
- Muker Show – Wednesday 3 September.
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Plant Fair
at Newburgh Priory, near Coxwold, on Monday 25 August from 11am until 4pm. Enjoy a wonderful day out, buying plants, enjoying views, indulging in some delicious cakes and meeting all the regular plant specialists. £5 entry (card or cash), children free.
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Snape Textile Group Annual Exhibition
A display of traditional and contemporary work produced by the group since the last exhibition. Includes a sales table of vintage textiles and books. Also taking place in Snape on the same day will be Snape Local History Group Exhibition, the Annual Flower Show, Afternoon Teas in the Chapel Schoolroom and a raffle. it all happens between 1 and 4.40pm on Monday 25 August. Admission by donation.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
The Coffee and Chatter Group that meets in St James’ Church at Baldersby St James will be holding jigsaw puzzle exchanges on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The next ‘exchange’ is on Tuesday 26 August between 10am and 12 noon. Please take along any puzzles that you would like to swap. This is a great opportunity to obtain new ones without having to buy them.
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Circus Magic in the Little Big Top at Thorp Perrow
Here’s the perfect way to end the long school holidays. Enjoy a vibrant day under (and around!) the circus tent, packed with hands-on fun, visual delights and fun-filled performances. Step right up and try your hand at a range of classic circus skills, including plate spinning, juggling, hula hooping and diabolo. The circus team will guide you through the fun. This relaxed, all-ages workshop is open to all pre-booked ticket holders — no experience necessary.
Cap off the day with an unforgettable 30-minute show of circus entertainment inside the small big top tent. Featuring high-energy juggling, award-winning diabolo artistry, mesmerising hula hoop acts, and astonishing contortion hand-balancing.
There are 3 x 2hour shows running daily – 10am – 12 noon, 12.30pm – 2.30pm and 3pm – 5pm from Wednesday 27 through to Sunday 31 August. Please book online at: https://booking.bookinghound.cloud/fe/booking?og=6d55784e-4d5c-46a6-9940-a8d09d48b8b2 £10.50 per person. Please note Arboretum entry is not included within the ticket price.
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The Gemma Gates Trio
Join Rural Arts for its final offer from its Summer Music Series with folk group, The Gemma Gates Trio. Friday 29 August – 6.30 to 7.30pm. Gemma’s songwriting explores alternative perspectives on the folk traditions of her birthplace. Expect bold melodies, rich harmonies and personal lyricism. £9 – £11. Online booking at http://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/
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Racing in Thirsk
- All Creatures Great & Small Family day – Friday 29 August. Gates open 11am. First race 2.05pm
- Ladies Day – Saturday 6 September. Gates open 11am. First race 2.20pm.
- Season Finale – Monday 15 September. Gates open 11am. First race 2.20pm.
Check out the website for more details: https://www.thirskracecourse.net/fixtures-tickets/
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James Herriot Walking Tour
Taking place on Friday 5 September at 12 noon. Beginning at The World of James Herriot Museum, the tour will guide participants through key locations in Thirsk that inspired Herriot’s beloved All Creatures Great and Small books, films and television series. £13.70 including museum entry. Visitor Centre only: £8.50. Book online at http://www. worldofjamesherriot.com
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Dalton Events
- There will be a Pop-up Pub in Dalton Village Hall on Friday 5 September at 7pm. Families are welcome.
- The Dalton Village Autumn Lunch, run by St John’s Church, will be on Sunday 14 September, 12 for 12.30 pm in the Village Hall. Tickets are £14, under 5s free, available from Judy on 01845 577607. There will be cold meats, salads and new potatoes, followed by lots of delicious puddings.
- The next Coffee Morning run by St John’s will be on Wednesday 24 September in Dalton Village Hall from 10.30am until 12 noon, in aid of MacMillan.
- St John’s Harvest Festival will be on Friday 3 October.
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Thirsk Repair Cafe
Get your stuff repaired, avoid waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items. On Saturday 6 September between 10am and 1pm. All for a voluntary donation.
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Residents’ Day at Thirsk Hall
Free Sculpture Garden entry to all visitors with a Y07 postcode. 11am – 3.30pm on Saturday 6 September. No need to book in advance.
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Baldersby St James Book Sale
The annual mammoth Book Sale will be held in St James’ church on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September. The organisers are on the lookout for volunteers to help put out books the week before and to pack away on the Sunday evening. This is a big event with many new books and is the church’s major fund raiser, which helps maintain the beautiful church in good condition.
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Concerts and Events at Ripon Cathedral
- Tina Turner by Candlelight – Friday 19 September at 7.30pm.
- Pink Floyd by Candlelight (performed by What the Floyd) – Thursday 16 October at 7.30pm.
- Christmas by Candlelight – a festive spectacular – Friday 5 December at 7.30pm.
- G4 Christmas Concert – yuletide magic with mesmerising harmonies – Saturday 6 December at 7.30pm.
Book online at https://riponcathedral.org.uk/whats-on/
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Quiz answers
1. Nine
2. Norfolk
3. Alaska
4. Clement Attlee
5. Monty Python
6. 60 years old.
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That’s all for this week. Keep safe and remain well.
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