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Events/Theatre/Exhibitions
Currently Running
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| To 6th March |
"Caitlin" by Mike
Kenny - Dylan Thomas and the wild and wilful Caitlin were brought together
by the drink, sex and poetry that eventually blew them apart... |
the studio @
yorktheatreroyal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| To 6th March |
York Light Opera present
"Jesus Christ Superstar" |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| To 26th March |
'The Play of Light on
Skin and Water' - oil paintings by Ludvigsen and Jaroslavsky. Nudes,
landscapes and seascapes |
King's Manor, Exhibition
Square |
| To 31st March |
'Portrait of Jean
Abercrombe, Mrs Morison of Haddo' - by Allan Ramsey. This newly
acquired 18th century painting is showing in a special display with items
from York Castle Museum's costume and textile collection |
York City Art Gallery,
Exhibition Square |
| To 31st March |
In a Spin - See our Viking
experts at work creating authentic textiles, and discover what the
fashion-conscious wore in the tenth century! |
JORVIK
www.vikingjorvik.com |
| To 4th April |
'Along Artistic Lines'
- a painting exhibition to celebrate 200 years of railway artists. The
exhibition and accompanying book is a celebration of Richard Trevithick's
invention of the modern steam loco in 1804, 200 years ago. The Guild of
Railway Artists also exhibits Rail Art to show that contemporary artists
are still inspired by railways, both modern and historic |
National Railway Museum
www.nrm.org.uk |
| To 6th June |
'Walking with Dinosaurs'
- Come face to face with the stars of the BBC's award winning series.
Using modern technology the exhibition will bring fossils to life,
allowing you to literally walk with the dinosaurs while you make your
on-screen debut with these amazing creatures. An animatronic, life size
models, interactives and footage from the TV series all provide a special
insight into dinosaurs and the making of these ground breaking
documentaries |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| To 27th June |
Susan Derges - Susan Derges
is an internationally acclaimed photographer, known for her work fusing
science and art.
She has reinvented the photographic process to create unique and stunning
images and is constantly pushing the parameters of photographic practise.
This exhibition explores themes of above and below, where we appear at
once to be looking up though the water, yet we see stars or the moon play
on its surface and look down from above through water. A selection of
earlier work by Susan Derges, will also be on show, particularly rarely
seen films that capture exquisite patterns in Mercury and more recently,
smoke formed by sound vibration |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| To 1st August |
"Dining with Lord
Nelson" - a special exhibition |
Fairfax House
www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk |
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Future Events and Attractions
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| 3rd March |
Lunch-time Lecture -
'Pockets of Discovery: Community Archaeology in York and its hinterland'
- Eliza Gore, York Archaeological Trust |
12.30pm Tempest Anderson
Hall, Yorkshire Museum
www.vikingjorvik.com |
| 3rd March |
Biblical Narrative -
Crucifixion and Resurrection - The University Chamber Choir explore
settings of biblical and spiritual texts by Schütz, Biber, Purcell, Blow
and Jeffreys |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 4-6th March |
The Rowntree Players
present the thriller "Gaslight" |
7.30 pm Joseph Rowntree
Theatre
www.jrtheatre.co.uk |
| 5-7th March |
'Swan Lake' - Ellen
Kent & Ballet International |
The Grand Opera House |
| 5th March |
York Late Music Festival
- Abigail James (guitar) and Rowland Sutherland (flute) - The Wilfrid
Mellers weekend opens with a delightful flute and guitar recital featuring
Astor Piazzolla's classic Histoire du Tango, sumptuous works by Rodrigo,
Ibert and Villa-Lobos plus a couple of premieres |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 6th March |
York Georgian Society
lecture - The Delight Of All Persons Of Reputation and Taste - Vauxhall
Gardens 1661-1859 by David Coke, former Curator of Pallant House,
Chichester |
2.30 pm Tempest Anderson
Hall, Yorkshire Museum Gardens |
| 6th March |
York Late Music Festival
- The Joyful Company of Singers conducted by Peter Broadbent - Following
their sell-out concert in 2001, the Joyful Company return to the Festival
with a stimulating mix of old and new choral music |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 6th March |
The Chimera Ensemble
present a showcase of contemporary South and Latin American music |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 6th March |
York Cantores - Music
for Holy Week - 16th and 17th century choral music including Allegri's
Miserere, Tallis' Lamentations and Palestrina's Stabat
Mater |
8.00 pm St Olave's Church
Marygate |
| 7th March |
York Sporting Book Fair
|
Novotel
www.pbfa.org |
| 7th March |
Red Kite Walk - This 3 mile
walk runs from Moor House to Greystone and back, spotting and talking
along the way about the Red Kites.
The Red Kites were once the most widespread bird of prey in the UK, but
the late 1800's the last kites had disappeared from Yorkshire and most
parts of the UK. Since 1999 Red Kites have been released into the wild
from the Harewood Estate and are now a regularly spotted throughout the
area. The volunteer guided walk provides an excellent opportunity to see
and learn more about Red Kites and their habitat and are FREE |
Places are limited to
fifteen, so please telephone Marie Bowness on 0113 218 1040 in advance to
make your booking and avoid disappointment. Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 7th March |
York Late Music Festival
- Andrew Ball – Piano - The Wilfrid Mellers weekend concludes with a
concert of composers with strong connections to the City of York including
past and present organisers of these concerts plus some American music to
reflect Wilfrid Mellers' interest in the music of that country |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 8-10th March |
Phoenix Dance Theatre |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 9-21st March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - As part of National Science Week, Science City York
will be co-ordinating a high profile series of events under the title of
Festival of Discovery 2004. Throughout the Festival, Science City York,
the University of York and partners from across the city will be staging
hands-on and educational events celebrating the amazing science,
technology, maths, and innovation that takes place in York. The Festival,
which aims to promote the public understanding of science, technology and
other related activities, will present a wide range of events catered for
all audiences. Events range from Discovery Days aimed at promoting science
to children, to the Lecture Series for in-depth studies of scientific
advances. Please search the Discovery site to find events in the festival
which suit you |
Various Venues
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 9th March |
'Women in the Minster'
- a guided walking tour |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 9th March |
'Women in York' - a
guided walking tour |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 9th March |
University of York Free
Public Lectures present - The 2004 IEE Faraday Lecture - 'Sound FX:
making music with technology' |
7.00 pm Central Hall, UoY
Note - entry by free ticket only - book online at
www.faraday.org.uk |
| 9th March |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - Motion and Emotion in the Gardens at Castle Howard
- by Dr Christopher Ridgway, Curator, Castle Howard |
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 9-13th March |
Shipton Theatre Company
present the musical "Pippin" - a fabulous show with great songs |
7.30 pm Joseph Rowntree
Theatre
www.jrtheatre.co.uk |
| 9-13th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Special Science Tour of York Brewery - The
York Brewery will be conducting special half price tours (including a
half-pint sample!) throughout the Festival of Discovery. Find out about
the science behind your local pint |
12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm,
5.00pm York Brewery
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 9-13th March |
"The Greatest Drummer in
the World" by Leon Rosselson |
the studio @
yorktheatreroyal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 10th March |
University of York Free
Public Lectures present - York Biology lectures - 'Can biotechnology be
used to assess and remediate contaminated environments? - sorting out the
bugs in the system' by Professor Ken Killham, University of Aberdeen |
12.30 pm Room P/L001,
Physics Block, UoY |
| 10th March |
University Choir and
Symphony Orchestra play Rachmaninov's The Bells and Holst's The
Planets |
7.30 pm York Minster
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 10th March |
York Bibliographical
Society lecture - The Book Illustration of Barnett Freedman by
Prof. Ian Rogerson, Research Fellow, John Rylands University Library,
Manchester |
8.00 pm The Fresco Room,
Elmbank Hotel, The Mount, York |
| 11th March |
'Ask the Archaeologist' –
Weaving and more! Discover the 'science' of textiles, from
pre-historic to Viking-Age, with an archaeologist working with York
Archaeological Trust |
JORVIK
www.vikingjorvik.com |
| 11th March |
York Late Music Festival
- Black Hair – conducted by John Stringer and Roger Marsh with special
guests Barry Guy and Jos Zwaanenburg - A tribute to the very distinguished
composer and Pulitzer prize winner Bernard Rands. Including two seminal
pieces by Luciano Berio, who died recently, and two new works from the
SPNM shortlist |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 11-13th March |
Stalingrad - 1942:
Two titanic armies clash on the banks of the Volga. The soldiers talk of
home, but know there is no retreat. In the midst of the carnage the
grotesque figure of death plays a haunting melody to the frost bitten
soldiers...This is a cold war. The play is set in the smouldering ruins of
Stalin’s Showpiece city against the backdrop of the most bloody battle of
the Second World War – a battle that decided not on the fate of the entire
war, but ultimately the shape of the rest of the Century. It begins in
September 1942, and tell the story of six soldiers struggling to survive
the carnage – three Russian and three German. We follow their fate through
their stories, jokes, confessions and regrets and discover just how much
they are willing to sacrifice their lives for the cause |
7.30 pm The Royal Armouries
Museum, Leeds
www.armouries.org.uk |
| 12th March |
Film Evening - Behind the
Scenes at the Yorkshire Film Archive |
7.15 pm York Castle Museum
- phone 01904 687687 |
| 12th March |
'Tosca' - Ellen Kent
International |
The Grand Opera House |
| 12th March |
Birmingham Contemporary
Music Group - Famous for stunning performances of exciting new works to
large audiences, BCMG brings its dazzling virtuosity to play on music by
some of the best composers associated with the group. Diego Masson
conducts music of delicious humour and vibrant colour by Julian Anderson
and Judith Weir, both former composers in residence at the CBSO. They also
explore the dark, passionate world of Simon Holt's Lilith, the strange and
gripping drama of Poul Ruders' ABYSM, and the show-stopping helter-skelter
of Colin Matthews' Hidden Variables |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 12-21st March |
Science Week - As
part of British Association's 2004 National Science Week, our Scientific
Research Department will lead a series of fascinating daytime and evening
talks with hand-on activities, looking at the scientific investigation of
arms and armour |
The Royal Armouries Museum,
Leeds
www.armouries.org.uk |
| 12th March |
Science Week - A
tour of the Museum's War Gallery looking at examples of objects where
scientific examination has helped us to understand more about how they
were made, what they were made of, their effectiveness and how they fit
into the wider development of technology |
1.15 pm The Royal Armouries
Museum, Leeds
www.armouries.org.uk |
| 13th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Field Naturalists - The Next Generation - What
do plastic tubes, aerial photographs, DNA, radio tracking devices and poo
all have in common? They are used by naturalists to identify animals and
plants and monitor their populations. Get hands-on with the techniques,
old and new, that the next generation of naturalists will use. Better yet,
become part of the next generation. This event will offer chances to join
training events and wildlife surveys across Yorkshire |
09.30-5.00 St William's
College
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 13th March |
Discover how York Minster
was built? - What were the problems faced by the medieval builders? How
were they overcome? |
10.00-12.00 and 1.00-3.00
pm York Minster. Entry by free ticket only (numbers limited) - phone 01904
557224 |
| 13th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Rocks and Space - Bring along your rocks,
minerals and fossils to the Yorkshire Museum's Rocks and Space day, where
a panel of experts will help you to identify your finds. Or take a journey
around the galaxy in the Stardome Planetarium, where experts will show you
how to find the stars and what equipment to use to discover them |
10am - 12pm & 2pm - 4pm The
Yorkshire Museum
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 13th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Take this opportunity to get involved in science at
the hands-on Discovery Days exhibition taking place in the historic
Guildhall. Find out about the amazing and innovative science and
technology undertaken by organisations in York and interact with their
fascinating demonstrations and displays. Suitable for all the family |
10.00-5.00 The Guildhall
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 13th March |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society conference - Changing Landscape, Changing People: the
Countryside and Population of Roman Yorkshire - Day conference jointly
with the Yorkshire Archaeological Society, Roman Antiquities Section |
The Tempest Anderson Hall,
Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 13th March |
Yorkshire Bach Choir
present - Monteverdi - Vespers 1610 - written before he took his
post at St Mark's in Venice, he appears to have had that church in mind
when composing this lavish collection |
7.30 pm St
Michael-le-Belfrey Church
www.YorkshireBachChoir.org.uk |
| 13th March |
'Turandot' - Ellen
Kent International |
The Grand Opera House |
| 13th March |
York Late Music Festival
- Ensemble Bash – 'drumgods' – tenth anniversary tour - Ensemble Bash are
the UK's leading percussion group and they ‘make playing percussion the
coolest, noisiest and funniest occupation on Earth’ (The Times). A welcome
return to the Festival on their tenth anniversary tour. Book early as this
is likely to sell out |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 13/14th March |
'Cab It' - celebrate 200
years of rail with the replica Pen y Darren steam locomotive and a
range of cabs open to inspection, from a Stockton and Darlington
goods engine of 1874 to the High Speed Train prototype, the fastest diesel
locomotive in the world. There will also be a preview showing of the 2004
film programme including rarely seen rail films from the 1950s to the
1980s |
National Railway Museum
www.nrm.org.uk |
| 13-21st March |
Science Week - Fakes
and Forgeries workshops - The museum's scientific staff demonstrate how
scientific tools such as microscopes, X-rays and analysers help us, not
only detect fraudulent swords, helmets and other objects but also to see
how objects have been legitimately changed. Real and fake objects will be
on hand to test your judgement |
1.00 pm or 2.45 pm (varies
daily) The Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds
www.armouries.org.uk |
| 14th March |
Wildlife Wander - Join us
for this 2 hour / 2 mile walk to discover the variety of wildlife across
the estate |
2.00 pm Meet at the visitor
centre - Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 14th March |
York Late Music Festival
- Topologies – Linda Hirst (voice) Zoë Martlew (cello) and Ian Pace
(piano) - The ethereal beauty of Sciarrino and the cutting edge virtuosity
of Finnissy are put in historical context in this diverse concert by some
of the most exciting performers on new music in the country |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 15th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - A Day at the Vets - See displays and
demonstrations of the science behind veterinary practice. Visit our new
veterinary nursing facility and animal unit and appreciate the technology
required to care for your pets and our wide range of exotic species |
1.30pm - 3.30pm Askham
Bryan College
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 15th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Behavioural Problems in Stabled Horses -
Displays and demonstrations of the science underpinning behavioural
problems associated with stabling. Visit our new equine centre to gain a
unique insight into this important area of equine husbandry |
1.30pm - 3.30pm Askham
Bryan College
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 15th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Global Positioning Systems - Understand the
role of satellite technology in tracking and controlling field operations
in crop management. See displays and demonstrations of the science
involved in the use of GPS for agricultural practice |
1.30pm - 2.30pm Askham
Bryan College
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 15th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Robotic Milking - Find out through displays
and demonstrations the science and technology behind the use of robotic
milking techniques in dairy cow management. See comparisons of modern
20:20 rapid exit milking parlour with the very latest in robotic milking
technology |
2.30pm - 3.30pm Askham
Bryan College
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 16th March |
'Jewish Heritage' -
a walk visiting historic sites of importance to medieval and modern Jews
in York. Including the site of the dreadful massacre of the Jews at
Clifford's Tower, where the walk ends |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 16th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Introduction to Animation - Learn to use Flash
to create simple animated characters |
5.00pm - 7.00pm Future
Prospects
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 16th March - 3rd April |
"A Taste of Honey"
by Shelagh Delaney - Jo, a young working class girl, lives with her
irresponsible mother. When her first love abandons her and her mother
disappears, Jo is left picking up the pieces of her shattered life.
Seeking comfort with her only friend, they prepare for a brighter future
as the sun rises on the 1960's |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 16th March |
Science Week - Learn
more about how scientific techniques help us to identify fraudulent
historical and archaeological artefacts - including some from our own
collection! Scientific staff from the Royal Armouries will be joined by
Cathy Batt, Archaeological Sciences - Bradford University. This will be
followed by an opportunity to visit a gallery, handle some of our
collection and meet the staff |
7.00-9.30 pm The Royal
Armouries Museum, Leeds
www.armouries.org.uk |
| 17th March |
University Chamber
Orchestra play works by Kerry Andrew, Walton, Copland and Haydn |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 17-20th March |
York Settlement Players
present "The Good Person of Szechwan" - by Bertolt Brecht.
How can you be good when everybody is trying to rip you off? How can you
protect yourself against those you love as well as those you fear? Are
people vicious by nature or is society to blame? In Brecht’s fable, The
Good Person of Szechwan, the answers are sometimes stark, sometimes
funny, sometimes surprising, but always sharply observed. York Settlement
Players’ production sets the play in an inner-city blighted by poverty and
drugs, but tries to bring out the comedy and the irony in the script as
well. A must-see for students of Drama and Theatre, this is also a play
that has important things to say to anyone interested in the confusing
world we live in |
7.30 pm Friargate Theatre
Riding Lights
Theatre |
| 17th March - 14th November |
'Below Stairs:
Harewood’s Hidden Collections' - For the first time ever the Servants’
Hall, Housekeeper’s Room, and corridors of ‘Below Stairs’ Harewood, with
its fascinating stories, will be open to the public.
Through a mixture of hands-on discovery, historical reconstruction, and
computer-aided learning, visitors will find out how the servants lived,
what they wore and what they did. Visitors will be encouraged to peek
inside cupboards to make often weird and sometimes wonderful discoveries –
from bedpans to boot-scrapers, servants’ livery to cabinetmaker’s bills |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 17th March - 14th November |
'Maids and Mistresses'
- Grand images of women at Harewood are renowned, less well-known are
their hidden talents and influence: extraordinary Louisa, 3rd Countess,
landscape designer, architect, composer, novelist…and mother of 12;
outrageous Lady Worsley, with her 'scandalous' behaviour; Harriet,
watercolorist and eminent scientist; and photographer Florence, 5th
Countess. Discover these 'secret lives' through a new trail, audio guide,
and special exhibition (April-September) of previously unseen diaries,
paintings and correspondence. See Royal Harewood afresh, with a new
exhibition about HRH Princess Mary, the Princess Royal and her personal
memorabilia from her life at Harewood 1929-1965, including her exquisite
wedding dress |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 18th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - Rocket into Science- Join us for this ever
popular programme to - find out about the science behind the locomotive
Rocket and then see the science first hand as you ride behind this world
famous locomotive |
10.00 am - 6.00pm National
Railway Museum
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 18th March |
York Festival of
Discovery 2004 - CSL Science Day - Food, farming and the
environment. Issues that concern us all - from the safety of the food we
eat, to the very appearance of the landscape in which we live. Ever
wondered about the science that lies behind the issues? Join us at CSL to
find out more about topical and important science that gives us safe food
and a healthy environment |
2.00pm - 5.30pm Central
Science Laboratories
www.sciencecityyork.org.uk |
| 18th March |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers to
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents Berlie Doherty and Nick Toczec - Focus on writing for children |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 18th March |
York Late Music Festival
- PM Music Ensemble – conducted by Michael Rafferty with soprano Adey
Grummet - Satie's hugely popular Trois Gymnopedies open this concert that
mixes beautiful French chamber music with a diverse selection of new work |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 18/19th March |
"Tango Apocalypso" a
love story set in the key of a fateful fandango.... |
the studio @
yorktheatreroyal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 18-20th March |
Flying Ducks present the
musical "Tin Pan Ali" |
7.30 pm Joseph Rowntree
Theatre
www.jrtheatre.co.uk |
| 19th March |
York Late Music Festival
- An Evening of Classical Indian Music – With Dharambhir Singh (sitar),
Harjinderpal Singh (santoor) and Bhupinder Singh (tabla) - Enjoy an
evening of classical Indian Music and be prepared to be amazed by its
beauty and virtuosity |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 19th March |
The Zephyr Ensemble of
London in concert |
8.00 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
phone 644194 (Ticket World) |
| 20th March |
Discover how York Minster
was built? - What were the problems faced by the medieval builders? How
were they overcome? |
10.00-12.00 and 1.00-3.00
pm York Minster. Entry by free ticket only (numbers limited) - phone 01904
557224 |
| 20th March |
York Late Music Festival
- The Homemade Orchestra – Conductor Colin Riley - … diverse creative
sources converge …. Contemporary classical composer Colin Riley and ex
Loose Tubes saxman Tim Whitehead collaborate with the UK’s leading
composers to create a series of outstanding song-arrangements |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 20/21st March |
York Open Studios - 22 York
based artists show their work in non-gallery exhibitions - free directory
and route planner available |
Various venues around York
www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk |
| 21st March |
Choral Music for Lent |
4.00-5.00 pm All Saints
Church -free admission |
| 21st March |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate’s 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm Meet at the visitor
centre - Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 21st March |
Red Kite Walk - This 3 mile
walk runs from Moor House to Greystone and back, spotting and talking
along the way about the Red Kites.
The Red Kites were once the most widespread bird of prey in the UK, but
the late 1800's the last kites had disappeared from Yorkshire and most
parts of the UK. Since 1999 Red Kites have been released into the wild
from the Harewood Estate and are now a regularly spotted throughout the
area. The volunteer guided walk provides an excellent opportunity to see
and learn more about Red Kites and their habitat and are FREE |
Places are limited to
fifteen, so please telephone Marie Bowness on 0113 218 1040 in advance to
make your booking and avoid disappointment. Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 21st March |
York Late Music Festival
- The Fitzwilliam String Quartet with Lesley Schatzberger (clarinet) - The
ever popular Fitzwilliam string quartet end the Festival with two very
contrasting contemporary pieces and two old favourites. Book early as this
concert may sell out |
7.30 pm The National Early
Music Centre, York
www.latemusicfestival.org.uk |
| 21-28th March |
The Staffordshire Pot Fair
- fine china; porcelain; pottery; ceramics; figurines; crystal and lots
more |
Parliament Street
|
| 22nd March |
whileandmatthews band -
Chris While vocal, guitar, percussion, Julie Matthews vocal,
piano, guitar with Danny While lead guitar, Martin Brundson
double bass, Pat Illingworth drums
Chris & Julie are two of England's most prolific and talented songwriters,
now celebrating their tenth year of working together. Their songs are
heartfelt, literate and melodic and their dynamic live performances are a
joy to hear. With influences from blues, country, rock and folk, this is
boundary-crossing contemporary song at its best |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 23rd March |
University of York Free
Public Lectures present - The Science Discovery Lecture - 'The
unnatural history of the sea' by Professor Callum Roberts, University
of York |
7.00 pm The Merchant
Adventurers' Hall, Fossgate, York
Note - entry by free ticket only, available by phoning 01904 432029 |
| 23rd March |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - Soils and Land Management: The Condition of the
Yorkshire Countryside - by Dr James Merryweather, ex Department of
Biology, University of York |
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 24-26th March |
Riding Lights Youth Theatre
present "Headstrong" - by April de Angelis
Two young women, thrown together on a ship around the world - one a
spoiled heiress, the other her servant - but both equally headstrong. With
months at sea ahead of them, Lila Mae encounters a doctor who makes a
surprising diagnosis, and prescribes an even more surprising cure. Soon
it’s hard to tell who’s in control and who’s being controlled. When Rose
decides that her mistress’s medicine is worse than her illness, she knows
she needs a truly incendiary plan to get them both free... |
7.30 pm Friargate Theatre
Riding Lights
Theatre |
| 24-31st March |
York Art Society Spring
Exhibition |
9.00 am 5.00 pm (31st to
12.30 pm) closed Sunday, The Guildhall |
| 25th March |
'Ask the Archaeologist' –
Weaving and more! Discover the 'science' of textiles, from pre-historic to
Viking-Age, with an archaeologist working with York Archaeological Trust
|
JORVIK
www.vikingjorvik.com |
| 25th March |
Military/Aviation/Naval
Book Fair |
Novotel
www.pbfa.org |
| 25th March |
Concerts in the Gallery -
Skampa Quartet present Mozart Adagio and Fugue, K546; Martinu
String Quartet No 7, H314; Suk Meditation on St Wenceslas Chorale
and Smetana String Quartet No 2 in D minor |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 25-27th March |
NT Shell Connections |
the studio @
yorktheatreroyal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 26th March |
G & T - Gallery &
Theatre Tour 2004 - Leeds based Dance Company Ascendance bring 3 explosive
and clever new works by 3 distinguished choreographers, Emma Clayton, Gary
Clarke and Rachel Wesson. The show is diverse, colourful, powerful and
engaging performed by 3 of our finest and most physical dancers.
The show indulges in an amalgamation of classical and contemporary dance
to eclectic and emotional musical pieces. From the visual projections and
film in ‘10 Short Dances’, the exciting characters, costume and makeup of
‘A less realistic Still Life’ to the fast and energetic moves of ‘Lines’,
this is a show for everyone |
8.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 27th March |
'A matter between God
and myself - The Micklegate Singers present an unaccompanied programme
celebrating personal responses to God through the medium of the Spiritual
and music for the Eucharist. Works by Chilcott, Tippett, Villette,
Messiaen, Tavener and Martin |
8.00 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
phone 01904 644194 for tickets (Ticket World) |
| 27/28th March |
Yorkshire Air Spectacular -
everything for the model plane enthusiast |
York Racecourse |
| 27th March - 5th May |
Art Exhibition - Exhibition
of the work of local artist Judith Hall |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 28th March |
York Musical Society
concert - Dvorák Mass in D; Schubert Mass in G and Fauré
Requiem |
6.30 pm York Minster |
| 29th March |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 29th March - 3rd April |
'Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dream Coat' |
The Grand Opera House |
| 31st March |
Talk: Old Mistresses?
Celebrated 18th Century Artists and Ladies of Society, Angelica Kauffman
and Elizabeth Vigée Lebrun - by art historian Sandra Pollard |
7.30 pm Kiplin Hall,
Scorton, Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 31st March - 3rd April |
New Earswick Musical
Society present the musical "Finian's Rainbow" - a magical tale of
Irish enchantment |
7.30 pm Joseph Rowntree
Theatre
www.jrtheatre.co.uk |
| 1st April |
Poetry Doubles present ANNE
STEVENSON and ANGELA LEIGHTON
Anne Stevenson has published twelve collections of poetry, a book of
essays, Between the Iceberg and the Ship (1998), a recent critical
study, Five Looks at Elizabeth Bishop (1998) and a biography of
Sylvia Plath, Bitter Fame (1989). Granny Scarecrow (Bloodaxe
2000) was shortlisted for the TS Eliot Prize; A Report from the Border
(Bloodaxe 2003) was a Poetry Book Society Recommendation and is her
most recent collection since The Collected Poems 1955-1995 (now
available from Bloodaxe) was published by OUP in 1996. She was the
inaugural winner of the £60,000 Northern Rock Writer Award (2002). "In
every generation one is afraid that they are not making poets like her any
more." Peter Levi (Poetry Review); "One of the most intelligent, assured,
vivid and skilful poets writing today." Gerard Woodward (Times Literary
Supplement)
Angela Leighton was born in Wakefield, educated in Edinburgh and Oxford,
and currently teaches at the University of Hull. She has published various
critical works on nineteenth and twentieth-century poetry. She began
writing her own poetry after the death of her father some years ago, and
her first volume is A Cold Spell (Shoestring Press 2000). Her poems
have appeared in Poetry Review, TLS, London Magazine, Agenda, Rialto,
Thumbscrew and Metre, among others. She is currently working on a second
collection |
7.30 pm Friargate Theatre
Riding Lights
Theatre |
| 1st April |
The Lost Gardens of Studley
Royal - Join Head Gardener, Michael Ridsdale on a tour to visit the parts
of the garden that are usually closed to the public. Followed by lunch in
Fountains Restaurant |
Booking essential tel:
01765 643196 10.00 am Meet at the visitor centre - Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 1st - 24th April |
"The Hunchback of Notre
Dame" adapted by Nick Lane - at the Festival of Fools the gentle-souled
Quasimodo meets the beautiful gipsy girl Esmeralda, and a host of
colourful characters... |
the studio @
yorktheatreroyal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 1-30th April |
Art Exhibition by Emma
Stothard |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 3rd April |
The Szczepek Ensemble
performs Victoria Tenebrae responsories |
7.30 pm The Lady Chapel,
York Minster - free concert with a retiring collection
|
| 3rd April - 31st October |
"Maids and Mistresses
Exhibition" - Come and see the historical ladies of Castle Howard.
Mothers, wives, daughters, mingle with cooks, maids and governesses. Find
out who really had the power and influence at Castle Howard and celebrate
the lives and achievements of all these remarkable women |
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 4th April |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm Meet at the visitor
centre - Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 4th April |
Red Kite Walk - This 3 mile
walk runs from Moor House to Greystone and back, spotting and talking
along the way about the Red Kites.
The Red Kites were once the most widespread bird of prey in the UK, but
the late 1800's the last kites had disappeared from Yorkshire and most
parts of the UK. Since 1999 Red Kites have been released into the wild
from the Harewood Estate and are now a regularly spotted throughout the
area.The volunteer guided walk provides an excellent opportunity to see
and learn more about Red Kites and their habitat and are FREE |
Places are limited to
fifteen, so please telephone Marie Bowness on 0113 218 1040 in advance to
make your booking and avoid disappointment. Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 4th April |
Spring Spectacular Tour -
Guided Tour with our experts to witness one of the largest displays of
naturalised daffodils in the North of England |
1.00 pm Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow.com |
| 5-10th April |
'Happy Medium' |
The Grand Opera House |
| 6th April |
Life Size Paper Costume
Making - No experience necessary just lots of enthusiasm & energy |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 6-10th April |
"The Quare Fellow"
by Brendan Behan - a large cast of colourful characters paint a vibrant
and amusing portrait of life inside an Irish prison |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 7th April |
You Can Draw - Aimed at
inexperienced artists who want to become more confident about drawing |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 8th April |
'Kings Manor' - a
unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the public, to
climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret passages,
medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 8th April |
'The Passion' -
Riding Lights Theatre Company is invited each year to perform a Passion
Play as the centrepiece of the Good Friday service in the nave of York
Minster. This occasion, at the heart of our preparation for Easter, has
provided a moving combination of powerful theatre, meditation, prayer and
corporate worship.
This year the Company is touring this unique presentation to other
churches throughout Lent.
The major part of the evening is a beautifully staged ensemble performance
of the events leading up to the death and burial of Christ. The Passion is
divided into six episodes to create space for other expressions of worship
and reflection arising directly out of the drama. These additional
elements have been created in collaboration with The Reverend Jeremy
Fletcher, Canon Precentor of York Minster, and will be read by readers and
musicians from each community hosting the performance.
The whole presentation becomes a powerful act of remembrance which is both
participatory and reflective - a doorway into a deeper experience of the
nature of Christ’s passion |
7.30 pm St
Michael-le-Belfrey Church, York
www.ridinglights.org |
| 8-10th April |
Easter Fayre Market |
Parliament Street
|
| 9th April |
'Christian Heritage'
- a walk visiting historic sites of importance to medieval and modern
Christians in York |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 9th April |
'The Passion' -
Riding Lights Theatre Company is invited each year to perform a Passion
Play as the centrepiece of the Good Friday service in the nave of York
Minster. This occasion, at the heart of our preparation for Easter, has
provided a moving combination of powerful theatre, meditation, prayer and
corporate worship.
This year the Company is touring this unique presentation to other
churches throughout Lent.
The major part of the evening is a beautifully staged ensemble performance
of the events leading up to the death and burial of Christ. The Passion is
divided into six episodes to create space for other expressions of worship
and reflection arising directly out of the drama. These additional
elements have been created in collaboration with The Reverend Jeremy
Fletcher, Canon Precentor of York Minster, and will be read by readers and
musicians from each community hosting the performance.
The whole presentation becomes a powerful act of remembrance which is both
participatory and reflective - a doorway into a deeper experience of the
nature of Christ's passion |
12.00 York Minster
www.ridinglights.org |
| 9th April |
Good Friday Service -
Ecumenical service in the Abbey, 45 mins approx |
3.00 pm Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 10th April |
'Choccy & Sweetie Tour'
- a walking tour examining the part York has played in pleasing the sweet
tooth with Terrys, Rowntrees and Cravens, and the opportunity to see
sweets being made, with some tasty samples |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 10th April |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 10-12th April |
German & Allied Re-enactors
on site - Guards and PoWs |
10.00 am - 5.00 pm Eden
Camp , Malton
www.edencamp.co.uk |
| 11th April |
'Complete Walls Tour'
- a guided walking tour of the City Walls |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 11/12th April |
A Time to Dance -
Elizabethan Music & Dance - From noon, celebrate Easter at Helmsley
Castle. Visit the brand new Helmsley Castle visitor centre and see the
Arbeau Dancers and Hautbois musicians from Tudor times. Step back in time
and see Elizabethan court dancing with dancers in splendid costume
complimented by authentic tunes, melodies and songs played by musical
maestros on a range of authentic instruments. The exciting music and
dances of the Elizabethan period reflect the spirit of the age, when new
worlds were being discovered. Discover for yourself these courtly dances –
Plenty of opportunity for audience participation! |
Helmsley Castle |
| 11/12th April |
Easter Craft Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 12th April |
'Graveyard, Coffin and
Plague Tour' - 2000 years of corpse disposal: where have we put them
all? Visit York's historic graveyards, execution and plague sites |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 13th April |
'Choccy & Sweetie Tour'
- a walking tour examining the part York has played in pleasing the sweet
tooth with Terrys, Rowntrees and Cravens, and the opportunity to see
sweets being made, with some tasty samples |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 13th April |
'Literary York' - a
guided walking tour of the York Literary connections |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 14th April |
'Micklegate and Georgian
York' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to
the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 14th April |
'Guildhalls and Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 15th April |
'Medieval Monks & Nuns'
- a guided walking tour of the Monastic and Convent history of York |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 15th April |
'How the Minster was
Built' - a fascinating tour to see how this great church was built by
the medieval masons, with a glimpse of the modern stoneyard |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 15th April |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents U.A. Fanthorpe |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 15th April |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm Meet at the visitor
centre - Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 15/16th April |
'Antipope' by Robert
Rankin - The Antipope is Rankin's first novel, and is the first in
the (now legendary) Brentford Trilogy. It tells the story of Jim Pooley
and John O'Malley - two lazy ne'er-do-wells, who constantly find
themselves to be the only thing that stands in the way of the total
annihilation of the planet (or sometimes just its absolute domination),
when they'd much rather be supping a pint of large down 'The Flying Swan',
or playing a game of allotment golf. When a beggar of dreadful aspect and
sorry footwear makes its way to our heroes' drinking establishment of
choice, so begins a tale of terror, cunning, and Pope Alexander VI - last
of the Borgias |
Joseph Rowntree Theatre,
York
www.thedreaming.co.uk |
| 16th April |
'Saints and Sinners of
York' - a tour of sites asscoiated with the Saints and Sinners of York
|
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 16th April |
'The Historic Toilet
Tour' - a saga of convenience through the ages, from Roman hygiene to
the 18th C 'Sugar' House and the 19th C attempts to prevent 'nuisance' and
promote public decency, plus the chance to sample the delights of the
medieval garderobe! |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 16th April |
The Animals and Friends
40th Anniversary Tour |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 17th April |
York Georgian Society
lecture - Humphrey Repton, Landscape Gardener by Stephen Daniels,
Professor of Cultural Geography, University of Nottingham |
2.30 pm Tempest Anderson
Hall, Yorkshire Museum Gardens |
| 17th April |
Humphrey Lyttelton and His
Band |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 17th April |
Terry Pratchett's 'Eric'
- Set on the magical Discworld - a flat planet, carried through space on
the back of four gigantic elephants, who in turn stand on the shell of
Great A'Tuin, the space turtle - Eric is the story of a young man with a
few simple dreams - to be ruler of the world, to meet the most beautiful
woman in history, and to live forever... standard fare for a fourteen year
old! To meet these ends, Eric Thursley, our titular hero, decides to
summon a powerful and mighty demon from one of the many Hell dimensions,
but instead manages to bag Rincewind the wizzard. Shame, really... |
Joseph Rowntree Theatre,
York
www.thedreaming.co.uk |
| 17/18th April |
Attack & Defend! -
From 11.30am, a family weekend at the Castle. Discover how castles could
defend themselves……and how they would be attacked! Quintains & Coronels
provide hands-on activities and displays ideal for children of all ages
with scaled down versions of siege engines! |
Helmsley Castle |
| 17/18th April |
The History Of Meccano -
Find out about the world of Meccano - real engineering in miniature. Meet
the makers and see fascinating models and historical items tracing more
than a century of development of one of the world's best-loved hobbies |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 18th April |
Spring Migrants - Look and
listen for birds this Springtime on this 2 hour / 2 mile walk |
10.30 am Meet at the
visitor centre - Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 18th April |
The Flora and Fauna of
Early Spring - Guided walks around Duncombe Park grounds, conducted by
the head forester |
10.30 am & 2.00 pm Duncombe
Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 18th April |
Bird Walk - Join us for an
early start with our bird expert Nigel Heptinstall. Ideal for the novice
and expert birdwatcher alike. Cooked breakfast available |
7.30 am Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 18th April |
Spring Spectacular Tour -
Guided Tour with our experts to witness one of the largest displays of
naturalised daffodils in the North of England |
1.00 pm Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 18th April |
Red Kite Walk - This 3 mile
walk runs from Moor House to Greystone and back, spotting and talking
along the way about the Red Kites.
The Red Kites were once the most widespread bird of prey in the UK, but
the late 1800's the last kites had disappeared from Yorkshire and most
parts of the UK. Since 1999 Red Kites have been released into the wild
from the Harewood Estate and are now a regularly spotted throughout the
area.The volunteer guided walk provides an excellent opportunity to see
and learn more about Red Kites and their habitat and are FREE |
Places are limited to
fifteen, so please telephone Marie Bowness on 0113 218 1040 in advance to
make your booking and avoid disappointment. Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 18th April |
'Vintage Train Day'
- The KWVR and Museum of Rail of Travel together boast one of the most
unique and impressive collection of Victorain coaches and steam
locomotives in the Country. Enjoy a rare opportunity to ride in wooden
bodied coaches behind a steam locomotive that is over 100 years old! |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 20th April |
Members’ Day - Behind the
scenes tour for National Trust Members |
NT Members Only
Beningbrough Hall |
| 20th April |
Lunasa - Kevin Crawford
bodhran, flute, Donogh Hennessy guitar, Trevor Hutchinson
bass, Sean Smyth fiddle, whistle, Cillian Vallely pipes,
whistle
Named after an ancient Celtic harvest festival in honour of the Irish god
Lugh, Lunasa are seen here making their debut at the Centre. With
inventive arrangements and bass-driven grooves, Lunasa have been steering
Irish acoustic music into surprising new territory, making them one of the
most sought-after bands on the international Irish music scene |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 20th April |
"Aspects of Newby" – A
series of visits and lectures on Newby Hall and its collections.
'FAMILY HISTORY AND PICTURES' - The present owners, the Compton
family, are descended from William Weddell, to whom the house owes much of
its form and decoration. Our lecture will explore Weddell’s background,
the pictures he commissioned on the Grand Tour and other paintings and
portraits in the Newby collection |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 20/21st April |
Birmingham Royal Ballet
perform - David Binley's Allegri Diversi; Sir Frederick Ashton's
Dante Sonata and Kenneth MacMillan's Elite Syncopations |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 20/21st April |
Terry Pratchett's 'Eric'
- Set on the magical Discworld - a flat planet, carried through space on
the back of four gigantic elephants, who in turn stand on the shell of
Great A'Tuin, the space turtle - Eric is the story of a young man with a
few simple dreams - to be ruler of the world, to meet the most beautiful
woman in history, and to live forever... standard fare for a fourteen year
old! To meet these ends, Eric Thursley, our titular hero, decides to
summon a powerful and mighty demon from one of the many Hell dimensions,
but instead manages to bag Rincewind the wizzard. Shame, really... |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164. Performance starts at: 7.30pm; Gates open at:
6.45pm - Aislabie Suite in the Visitor Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley
Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 22-25th April |
Harrogate Spring Flower
Show |
Great Yorkshire Showground,
Harrogate
www.flowershow.org.uk |
| 23rd April |
Escapers & Evaders Day
|
10.00 am - 5.00 pm Eden
Camp , Malton
www.edencamp.co.uk |
| 23rd-25th April |
Diesel Gala - The chance to
view a range of both our own and visiting heritage diesel locomotives |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 24th April |
The Nestle Rowntree Brass
Band in Concert |
Theatre Royal
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| 24/25th April |
The Dragon Who Lost His
Home - St George's Day - St George’s Day is usually a bad time for
dragons! For a change we can discover a different dragon with the
Storytellers Theatre Company. Watch the story of this dragon and help him
find his home! This is a friendly dragon unlike the one from the tale of
St George. An ideal family show and for anyone with sympathy for dragons |
Helmsley Castle |
| 26th April - 1st May |
./mrc - A festival to
celebrate the launch of the new Sir Jack Lyons Music Research Centre,
./mrc, due for completion in early 2004. Digital and post-digital audio
works, computer graphics and interactive installations to showcase the
latest developments and innovations in 21st century audio art. |
Full details - January 2004
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 27th April |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - The Design, Building and Operation of the first
Supersonic Car - by Glynne Bowsher, engineer |
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 28th April - 1st May |
London Sinfonietta play two
pieces by Luciano Berio drawing on his love of music from folk cultures,
Naturale using Sicilian folk songs and Folk Songs perhaps
his best known work. Sharing the programme will be The Kamkars from
Iranian Kurdistan, who have achieved cult status in Europe and North
America |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoYwww.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 29th April |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 1st May |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 1-3rd May |
School of Chivalry -
From 11.30am, a trio of Royal Armouries interpreters present a continuous
programme of demonstrations of arms and armour, storytelling and hands-on
sessions. Discover the age of chivalry and the ritual of tournament |
Helmsley Castle |
| 1-31st May |
Art Exhibition by Neil
Simone |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 2nd May |
Power From The Past - From
horse power to pedal power - a collection of meticulously restored
motorcycles, bicycles, horse drawn vehicles and stationary engines on
display at the Tram Depot. All of the exhibits on show have been returned
to their former glory by the Friends of Beamish |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 5th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - 'Wilfred Mellers at 90' - a special event to mark the 90th
birthday of composer, musicologist and founding Professor of the UoY
Department of Music - Wilfred Mellers, in the presence of the composer
|
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 6th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - York Vocal Index and Juice - perform the premiere of a new
work by Ian Dickson plus work by Bernard Rand |
1.00 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 6th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - The Tord Gustavsen Trio a young Norwegian jazz trio |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 6th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - Juice - the vocal trio with extraordinary virtuosity |
10.00 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 7th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - Bugallo-Williams Piano Duo play Nancarrow, Williams,
Corbett, Rand and Hoyland |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 8th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - Black Hair & Juice - World premières of pieces workshopped
on Friday |
1.00 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 8th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - Rural Tales with Kala Sangam - An afternoon of colourful
entertainment for all the family, bringing to life traditional stories
from South Asia with authentic costumes and using folk and classical
Indian dance styles accompanied by live music |
3.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 8th May |
New Music Spring
Festival - de ereprijs - The first visit to York by this colourful
band from Apeldoorn, near Arnhem in the west of Holland. In 20 years, they
have premièred hundreds of pieces written specifically for their unique
line up on woodwinds, brass, piano, percussion and electric guitars. The
amazing Polish-born composer Hanna Kulenty has written several works for
de ereprijs including Elfen, which brought the house down in London when
it was performed in last year’s BMIC’s Cutting Edge series. Each year, de
ereprijs runs an international young composers competition which has been
won twice by ex-York students (Nick Casswell and Andrew Hamilton) and both
Roger Marsh and John Stringer’s pieces were composed especially for the
group |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 8th May |
Billy Cobham (USA) - With
Julian Joseph piano, Donald Harrison saxophones, Guy Barker
trumpet, Orlando le Fleming bass
Generally acclaimed as jazz fusion's greatest drummer, Billy Cobham's
explosive technique powered some of the genre's most important early
recordings - including groundbreaking efforts by Miles Davis and the
Mahavishnu Orchestra - before becoming an accomplished bandleader in his
own right. He is accompanied by a band featuring the cream of UK/USA
musicians |
8.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 8th May |
The Szczepek Ensemble sing
An Englishman in Italy songs with Lute/Theorbo by Dowland, Purcell,
Monteverdi... accompanied by Theodoros Kitsos |
7.30 pm St Margarets'
Church, Ilkley
|
| 8th May - 16th June |
Art Exhibition - Exhibition
of works by the Yorkshire Watercolour Society |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 8/9th May |
Steam Glorious Steam - A
Traction Engine Rally with magnificent steam vehicles, dating from the
1890s up to the 1930s. Traction engines of all types on show and in action
in and around the Goods Yard at the Beamish Railway Station |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 9th May |
Early Birds - Walk & Listen
to the early chatter of birds on this 2 hr / 2 mile walk |
7.00 am meet at the visitor
centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 9th May |
MG & Classic Car Rally –
Spring rally of Yorkshire Dales MG Owners Club and friends |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 9th May |
Bird Walk - Join us for an
early start with our bird expert Nigel Heptinstall. Ideal for the novice
and expert birdwatcher alike. Cooked breakfast available |
7.30 am Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 9th May |
York Guild Weaving,
Spinning and Dyeing - As part the National Weaving, Spinning and Dyeing
Week, The York Guild will be showcasing these rural and tradition crafts
at Castle Howard |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 9th May |
Spring Plant Fair |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 10th May |
Tassel Making - spend a day
making cords and tassels of your own , as elegant or extravagant as you
choose |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 11th May |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - Movements of the Spirit: the evangelical revival in
Yorkshire - by Prof. Edward Royle, Department of History, University
of York |
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 11-13th May |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 12th May |
French at Elvington - 60th
Anniversary celebration of the arrival of the French Squadrons and the
contribution of Commonwealth nations. Halifax unveiling and evening
dedication |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 12th May |
Thomas Trotter (organ)
plays a programme of music by Bach, Mozart, Liszt and Messiaen
|
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 14th May |
The Kathryn Tickell Band -
the Paganini of the Northumbrian pipes |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 15/16th May |
Battlegroup Neptune -
Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Normandy landings and their
ultimate outcome. Wargames; re-enactments; flypasts; displays and a
traditional 1940's evening event |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 15/16th May |
Domestic Goddess - Go back
through history to examine the life of the 18th Century woman – Part of
the Maids & Mistresses celebration at Castle Howard |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 15/16th May |
Steam Gala - Our first
festival of steam of the year with an array of locomotives. Railway
videos, books, models available from our shops and traders stalls |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 16th May |
Listen to the Band! -
Easingwold Brass – concert in the walled garden. Bring your deckchairs and
rugs |
2-4 pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 16th May |
Birds of Prey Display |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 16th May |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate’s 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the visitor
centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 16th May |
'Vintage Train Day'
- The KWVR and Museum of Rail of Travel together boast one of the most
unique and impressive collection of Victorain coaches and steam
locomotives in the Country. Enjoy a rare opportunity to ride in wooden
bodied coaches behind a steam locomotive that is over 100 years old! |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 16th May |
Morgan Car Meet - Rare
Morgan sports cars gather at Beamish to compete in Concours d'elegance and
autotests. See fine examples of these cars, old and new, on show and in
action |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 18th May |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - The British Association for the Advancement of Science
Lecture |
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 19th May |
The Trio Mediaeval play
works by Power, Piers Hellawell and music by Gavin Bryars, Ivan Moody and
Andrew Smith |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 19th May |
Talk: Artistic Cooking – an
illustrated guide to high class Victorian dining – a welcome return visit
by food history expert Ivan Day |
7.30 pm Kiplin Hall,
Scorton, Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 20th May |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers to
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents Gerard Benson on G.M. Hopkins |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 20th-23rd May |
'Spirit of the Horse'
- An international cast of riders, dancers and physical artistes from
Russia, Spain, France, Argentina and England bring out the extraordinary
talents of 30 horses in a unique spectacle of Equestrian Theatre.
Man’s relationship with the horse at work and play is a central theme of
the show and it is explored through poetry and prose, music and dance,
portraying the love and respect that bonds horse and human making this an
excellent event |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 21st May |
Lhamo Opera from Tibet -
for the first time in the UK a rich combination of stories, music, mime,
acrobatics and glorious costumes, normally only seen in the summer months
in Lhasa parks |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 21-30th May |
Music Live Festival |
Various Venues
phone 01904 553390 |
| 22nd May |
Yorkshire Bach Choir
present - Victoria - Missa Laetatus sum (a 12) - with 12-part
motets, psalms and Magnificat |
7.30 pm St
Michael-le-Belfrey Church
www.YorkshireBachChoir.org.uk |
| 22nd May |
Night & Tower Watchmen Tour
- The Night & Tower Watchman Guild of Europe will be parading &
re-enacting their traditional town calls on the Abbey West Green.
Including the UK's only Guild member - The Ripon Hornblower |
11.00 am - 1.00 pm.
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 22nd-23rd May |
'Gardeners’ Weekend'
- Come and marvel over the variety of plants on sale, then buy everything
to help you in the garden with a plant crèche on hand to store purchases.
At Gardeners Question Time you can get all of your dilemmas answered by
our experts. There will also be stands selling Yorkshire crafts and
speciality foods. While you are at Harewood, you can also draw inspiration
from the award winning gardens |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 22/23rd May |
Boots, Bayonets & Brasso
- From noon, in commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the outbreak of
the First World War the Manchester Regiment present a programme of living
history and displays of training, equipment and tactics from the infamous
trenches of the Great War |
Richmond Castle |
| 22/23rd May |
Empire Weekend - A British
Imperial Celebration of the end of the Boer War, held each year on the
birthday of Queen Victoria. The Award-winning Town is decorated with
patriotic flags and colourful bunting and brass band performances
commemorate Empire Day |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 23rd May |
Cars on the carriageway -
rally Courtesy of the East Yorkshire Throughbred Car Club |
11am – 4pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 23rd May |
Abdullah Chhadeh (qanun,
vocal) with Nara - Simon Webster drums, Arabic percussion,
Bernard O'Neill bass, Loui Al-Hinawi nay, Numan Elyer
darbuka, Mazen Abo-Sayaf accordion, vocal
One of the world's most innovative qanun players and a gifted composer,
Chhadeh is at the centre of this exciting new project that also embraces
the Greek lyre, the Arab nay flute and Middle Eastern percussion. The
result is an enticing melange of evocative melodies and dense rhythms with
surprising twists and original textures |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 23rd May |
Bilsdale Silver Band |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 23rd May |
Guided Walk in the
Christmas Tree Nursery - Guided walks around Duncombe Park grounds,
conducted by the head forester |
10.30 am & 2.00 pm Duncombe
Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 23rd May |
May Plant Fair run by the
Friends of Kiplin Hall. Adults £1, children free |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 25th May |
Yorkshire Philosophical
Society lecture - The People’s Game: the history of football re-visited
- by Prof. James Walvin, Department of History, University of York
|
7.30 pm The Tempest
Anderson Hall, Museum Gardens, York
phone 01904 656713 |
| 25th May |
"Aspects of Newby" – A
series of visits and lectures on Newby Hall and its collections.
'FURNITURE AND TAPESTRIES' - The present owners, the Compton family,
are descended from William Weddell, to whom the house owes much of its
form and decoration. Our lecture will explore Weddell's background and his
specially commissioned fine furniture, especially from Thomas Chippendale
and also a famous set of Gobelins tapestries which are unique in Britain |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 27th May - 6th June |
Thunder Theme Park |
York Racecourse
phone - 01904 553384 |
| 28th-30th May |
J-Nights Jazz Festival |
Various Venues
phone - 01904 553384 |
| 28th May |
Malinky - Karine Polwart
vocal, guitar, bouzouki, Mark Dunlop vocal, whistles, bodhran,
Steve Byrne vocal, guitar, bouzouki, cittern, mandolin, Jon Bews
fiddle, backing vocals, Leo McCann accordion, whistle
From a stunning debut performance in Glasgow in 1999, to the praise
universally heaped on the latest CD3 Ravens, this young Scots/Irish band
has emerged as one of the hottest properties on the Celtic music scene |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 29th May |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 29th May |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 29th May |
The Ebor Singers present
Britten: Rejoice in the Lamb - also featuring works by Finzi, Leighton
and Philip Moore |
7.30 pm The Quire, York
Minster
www.eborsingers.co.uk |
| 29th May |
Jessica Williams (USA) Solo
Piano - Jessica Williams is a pianist and composer who has spent several
decades creating strikingly original, immediately identifiable, mythically
beautiful music. She is a holder of the distinguished Guggenheim
Fellowsip, has released over 30 award-winning CDs and records and is
considered by many critics to be one of the most important improvising
pianists of this age |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 29-31st May |
Divided by the Sword -
The Civil War Siege of York 1644 - Meet in the middle of the mayhem of
English Civil War, a noble lady of York whose family is torn between King
and Parliament. The 360th anniversary of the Siege of York brings home,
the terror and tension of the war. Will the sword divide your family? |
10.00-12.00 am and
2.00-4.00 pmClifford's
Tower, York |
| 29-31st May |
A Medieval Feast &
Festival - From 11am, let yourself be transported back to the 14th
Century with the York City Levy. A band of medieval revellers put aside
the toil of daily life to join in dancing and feasting, to watch the
travelling players and to celebrate the forthcoming summer and a bountiful
harvest |
Helmsley Castle |
| 29-31st May |
The Red Wyvern Society -
Journey back to the 15th Century during the Wars of the Roses. It is May
1455 and Lord Thomas Clifford has been killed at the Battle of St Albans.
Lord John Clifford his successor is discussing revenge. A recreation of a
medieval campsite within the castle grounds. See the garrison demonstrate
their arms and armour |
Skipton Castle |
| 29th May - 6th June |
Bicentennial Rail
Celebrations 2004 - This nine-day festival will celebrate the past,
present and future of rail - the technology that changed the world.
2004 marks the 200th anniversary of the run of the first steam locomotive
- Richard Trevithick's 'Pen y Darren' engine, as well as the 100th
Anniversary of 'City of Truro's' 100 mph run. It is also 400 years
since the first recorded tramway in Britain.
The event aims to be much more than a simple gathering of locomotives. A
vibrant, dynamic and unique show, it is planned to include rides
(including behind 'City of Truro' and the replica 'Rocket'),
demonstrations - including the replica 'Pen y Darren' engine,
examples of the very latest rail vehicles, access to cabs, a vintage fair,
other vintage machinery, theatre, music, film, model engineering and sales
of memorabilia in a 'Great Railway Bazaar'.
This major event has the backing of the complete railway industry, from
Heritage Railways to GNER. Exhibits so far confirmed include the Britain's
oldest steamable narrow gauge engine 'Prince', the magic of
'Oulton Hall' the train star of the 'Harry Potter' films, Britain's
last express passenger steam locomotive, and a brand new Pendolino
'tilting train'.
This event will take place in York on a specially prepared site adjacent
to the award winning National Railway Museum the world's best rail
transport museum, winner of the 'European Museum of the Year' award |
National Railway Museum
www.nrm.org.uk |
| 29th May - 5th June |
Ripon Arts Group will be
exhibiting their work in Fountains Hall |
Fountains Abbey & Studley
Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 30th May |
'Jewish Heritage' -
a walk visiting historic sites of importance to medieval and modern Jews
in York. Including the site of the dreadful massacre of the Jews at
Clifford's Tower, where the walk ends |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 30th May |
Pentecost Service -
Ecumenical service in the Abbey. (45 mins approx) |
3.00 pm. Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 30th May |
Dog Show – with a
difference! Herriot Happenings Week Family event in the Walled Garden |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 31st May |
'York Rail Trail' -
a guided walk around the historic railway associations of York |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 31st May |
'Medieval Churches and
Stained Glass' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally
open to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and
explore secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 31st May |
Country Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 1-30th June |
Art Exhibition of Sculpture
Drawings |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 2nd June |
Henry Purcell: 'A
Greater Musical Genius England Never Had' -
7.30 pm The University Chamber Choir and Baroque Ensemble explore
Purcell's secular output, his sacred music and music for the Chapel Royal
9.00 pm Réjouissance with Lynn Dawson (soprano) turn to the trio sonatas
and sacred solos Purcell composed |
The Chapter House, York
Minster
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 2nd June |
Biblical Narrative - The
Last Sufferings - The Northern Sinfonia and University Chamber Choir
in only the second UK performance of CPE Bach's 'Die lezten Leiden des
Erlösers' |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 2nd June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - 600TH ANNIVERSARY LECTURE - To celebrate
the anniversary of St Augustine's Church, built by the Bishop of Durham
between 1401 and 1405, church historian Geoff Bell describes the history
and fabric of this building and gives an insight into the lives of the
people who have worshipped here |
7.00 pm St Augustine's
Church, Skirlaugh
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 3th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - CHORAL EVENSONG with The University of
Leeds Liturgical Choir directed by Dr Bryan White and Leeds Baroque
Orchestra; Anthem: William Croft, 'O give thanks unto the Lord' |
7.30 pm Beverley Minster
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 4th June |
Gamelan Sekar Petak -
traditional and modern, Javanese and Western music played on gongs and
metallophones |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 4th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - THRE - Louise Eekelaar, Rosie Heighway
sopranos; Caroline Sartin alto - 'FROM BANQUET TO
BUTTERCROSS' A selection of catches and part songs by Lawes and
Ravenscroft, illustrating the hey-day of English music – from the times of
Good Queen Bess to the Jacobean kings – with songs for the court, city and
country |
12.30 pm All Saints'
Church, Lund
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 4th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - ACADEMY OF ANCIENT MUSIC - Richard Egarr
director and harpsichord; Rachel Brown flute and recorder;
Pavlo Beznosiuk violin - 'BACH ORCHESTRAL MASTERPIECES' -
The world-renowned Academy of Ancient Music – now celebrating 30 years
together – brings a freshness and flair to even the most familiar works.
Tonight's concert of music by J.S. Bach features a showpiece for flute (the
Suite No. 2 in B minor); two concertos for harpsichord (in D major and
G minor) – some of the earliest examples of the harpsichord being allowed
to shine through as a solo instrument within an ensemble; and the
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, scored for flute, violin and
harpsichord |
7.30 pm Beverley Minster
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 4th June |
'Jazz on Friday' -
This powerful concert will bring together Stacey Kent and George Melly two
strong voices from the world of jazz, in a fabulous concert. Stacey Kent
has a fantastic voice which has been likened to Ella Fitzgerald and all of
her 4 album's have been in the top ten of www.amazon.com. While George
Melly is a renowned jazz singer, journalist, author, TV and radio
personality and celebrated authority on surrealist art. They will be
accompanied by Digby Fairweather with his Half Dozen singing and swinging
the blues and a whole host of your favourites |
7.15 pm (gates open 6.30
pm) Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 4-6th June |
Craft Fair |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 5th June |
A Summer Garland: a
celebration of British Song in the company of some of the most
distinguished interpreters of British song War's Embers - Settings of
poems from the First World War.
Performers throughout the day to include: Lynne Dawson soprano,
Yvonne Seymour mezzo soprano, Hilary Summers mezzo soprano,
James Bowman countertenor, Ian Partridge tenor, Stephen
Varcoe baritone, Nicky Losseff piano, Peter Seymour piano |
10.30 am The National
Centre for Early Music
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 5th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - THE ANTIQUITYS OF MUSICK John
Bryan, Principal Lecturer in the Department of Music at the University of
Huddersfield, and a member of the Rose Consort of Viols, introduces some
of the music featured in this year's Festival and investigates changing
approaches to the performance of early music during the past 30 years |
10.00 am Beverley Friary
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 5th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - Pavlo Beznosiuk and friends - Pavlo
Beznosiuk, Pauline Nobes violins; Alison McGillivray cello;
William Carter theorbo - THE ITALIAN 'SECOND WAVE' The first
half of the 17th century in Italy was a period of remarkable creativity,
noted especially for the new idiomatic style for the violin introduced by
composers such as Marini, Fontana and Castello. This programme illustrates
how those composers' innovations were consolidated and extended by the
next generation, including Uccellini, Viviani, Lonati and Kapsperger,
culminating with the extraordinary figure of Arcangelo Corelli |
12 noon St Andrew's Church,
Bainton
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 5th June |
A Summer Garland: a
celebration of British Song in the company of some of the most
distinguished interpreters of British song Shakespeare's Songs -
Composers include Coates, Finzi and Quilter
Performers throughout the day to include: Lynne Dawson soprano,
Yvonne Seymour mezzo soprano, Hilary Summers mezzo soprano,
James Bowman countertenor, Ian Partridge tenor, Stephen
Varcoe baritone, Nicky Losseff piano, Peter Seymour piano |
1.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 5th June |
A Summer Garland: a
celebration of British Song in the company of some of the most
distinguished interpreters of British song Discussion- James Bowman,
Ian Partidge and Stephen Varcoe discuss text, communication and
interpretation of British song |
3.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 5th June |
A Summer Garland: a
celebration of British Song in the company of some of the most
distinguished interpreters of British song Britten's Canticles -
Canticle II: Abraham and Isaac and Canticle IV: The Journey of
the Magi Performed by James Bowman, Ian Partridge and Stephen Varcoe |
4.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 5th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - THE MELLSTOCK BAND directed by
Dave Townsend. Dave Townsend concertina, violin, voice; Tim Hill
clarinets, voice; Philip Humphries serpent, voice; Charles
Spicer oboes, voice. 'LOVE AND LIQUOR, DEATH AND DANCING'
Drinking, dancing, love and death are the themes of Hardy's poem 'Great
Things' – and also the focus of this entertainment of music, song and the
spoken word designed to recreate the atmosphere of rural England in the
19th century |
4.00 pm Toll Gavel
Methodist Church, Beverley
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 5th June |
A Summer Garland: a
celebration of British Song in the company of some of the most
distinguished interpreters of British song With Great Pleasure - Our
singers' chosen composers include Quilter, Finzi, Howells, Vaughan
Williams, Ireland, Moeran, Stanford and Elgar
Performers throughout the day to include: Lynne Dawson soprano,
Yvonne Seymour mezzo soprano, Hilary Summers mezzo soprano,
James Bowman countertenor, Ian Partridge tenor, Stephen
Varcoe baritone, Nicky Losseff piano, Peter Seymour piano |
7.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 5th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - THE TALLIS SCHOLARS - Music by
Candlelight - directed by Peter Phillips.
'RENAISSANCE MASTERS' The glorious setting of Beverley Minster
provides an ideal acoustic for the wonderfully luminous sound of The
Tallis Scholars, who present a programme of music by two great masters of
the 16th-century: the Italian Palestrina and the Flemish Nicolas Gombert.
The programme includes Gombert's Regina caeli, Ave Maria, Lugebat David
Absalom and Magnificat II, and Palestrina's Ascendo ad
patrem, Missa Ascendo ad Patrem, Tribulationes civitatem and Alma
redemptoris mater |
7.30 pm Beverley Minster
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 5th June |
The Jowett Car Club Rally -
One of the largest gatherings of this classic car in the country |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 5th June |
Celestial Fire & Light
- A unique evening event. Witness a giant angel burst into life with a
veil of fireworks and sparkling white glow. Whitby Abbey is famous for the
synod in 664AD when after studying cycles of the moon the date for Easter
was set. This interest in celestial events together with the forthcoming
Transit of Venus provide the inspiration for this event. Please note there
is no access to the Abbey ruins during this event. Please bring a torch
and waterproofs |
Whitby Abbey |
| 5th June |
Bat Walk Evening - Come and
meet some of the owls and birds of prey from the Falcons of Thorp Perrow,
followed by a talk and slide show on bats with our expert, then out into
the Arboretum to look for bats! |
7.30 pm Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 5/6th June |
Medieval Magic -
From 11.30am, discover medieval geomancy this weekend, on the eve of the
transit of Venus. Help make a giant labyrinth plus unique comedy theatre,
medieval games and toys and a special costumed guided tour of the Abbey |
Whitby Abbey |
| 5/6th June |
North Country Quilting –
Demonstrations of the traditional craft of North Country Quilting and
patchwork, together with a small exhibition of fascinating handmade quilts
from the extensive Beamish collection. Plus ‘Ten of the Best’ quilts from
the Beamish collection on display from 7th to 13th June |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 5-12th June |
York Comedy Festival |
Venues/details to be
confirmed
www.yorkcomedy.com |
| 6th June |
Jowett Car Rally
|
The Eye of York
phone - 01904 424075 |
| 6th June |
Specialist Plant Fair
|
Sutton Park |
| 6th June |
The Beverley & East
Riding Early Music Festival - VIRELAI - Catherine King
mezzo-soprano; William Lyons flute, recorder; Susanna Pell
viol; Jacob Heringman lute, viol CHANSONS NOUVELLES: Parisian
chansons and dances, c. 1530–50 In Paris from 1529 onwards Pierre
Attaingnant published a series of pioneering books of music, containing
French chansons and dances. This programme is a choice selection
presenting a variety of moods and scorings: it includes instrumental
dances, lute solos and songs that range from perfectly crafted and
beautiful miniature love-songs to more bawdy and earthy chansons
|
3.00 pm Beverley Minster
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 6th June |
'Opera on Sunday' -
Come an enjoy a delightful of evening of opera featuring the fantastic
voice of soprano Suzannah Clarke, with tenor Bonaventura Bottone,
conductor Anthony Inglis and the Opera North Orchestra.
The programme include famous duets such as the 'Drinking Song' from
Verdis' La Traviata, O Soave Fanciulla from La Boheme by Puccini. Solos
Include O Mio Babbino Caro and Si Mi Chiamano Mimi, both by Puccini, and
everyone's favourite, Nessun Dorma from Turandot. The evening will end
with a fabulous 60th Anniversary D-Day firework finale |
7.45 pm (gates open 6.30
pm) Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 6th June |
'Vintage Train Day'
- The KWVR and Museum of Rail of Travel together boast one of the most
unique and impressive collection of Victorain coaches and steam
locomotives in the Country. Enjoy a rare opportunity to ride in wooden
bodied coaches behind a steam locomotive that is over 100 years old! |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 7th June |
Felt Picture & Embroidery -
after looking at examples in our collection and a demonstration you will
then design and make your own felt picture using ribbons, beads and
embroidery |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 8th June |
Transit of Venus - A
special early morning opening to observe the celestial display of the
Transit of Venus. The Abbey will be open from 8am, with breakfast being
served in the tea room. Heuristics will also be on hand to guide visitors
in the world of medieval astronomy from 8.00am – 1.30pm |
Whitby Abbey |
| 9th June |
Musical Showcase - the
annual opportunity to hear work students have refined through the past
year from madrigals to Stockhausen, solo piano to jazz, percussion to
music for Thai ensemble |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 10-13th June |
The BBC Homes and Antiques
magazine Grand Summer Fair will be taking place in the castle courtyard.
The fair is one of Ripley's most popular events, with a huge selection of
stalls selling everything from cashmere to candlesticks, plants to pates,
antiques to accessories, garden furnishings to inspirational gifts
|
Ripley Castle |
| 11th June |
Sherali Jurayev -
Proclaimed as 'Honoured Artist of Uzbekistan' by his government, Sherali
Jurayev is a singer who has imbibed the traditions of Uzbek Music from
various masters of the region. Joined by a small team of accompanists,
this promises to be a truly vibrant performance |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 11th June |
The University Jazz
Orchestra with special guests and sounds |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 11/12th June |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 11-13th June |
Antiques Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 12th June |
'Complete Walls Tour'
- a guided walking tour of the City Walls |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 12th June |
Dog Agility Show - A
variety of different breeds will compete in this exciting challenge
|
10.00 am Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 12/13th June |
Whichford Pottery Sale -
Sale of wonderful, frost free, terracotta pots by this renown Cotswold
potter |
10am – 5.30pm Beningbrough
Hall
Beningbrough Hall |
| 12/13th June |
1913 Military Camp –
Soldiers of the King ! Hurry along to The Colliery Village to enlist, fill
out Attestation Forms and earn the King’s Shilling. Members of The Great
War Society re-enact this pre-First World War military encampment |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 12th June - 26th September |
Ian Hamilton Finlay -
Gardener, poet and philosopher, Ian Hamilton Finlay is an artist of
international importance. This exhibition will bring together work that
draws on the French Revolution, a subject that has inspired the artist and
supported his creation of Little Sparta, a unique garden that is Ian
Hamilton Finlay's most significant work. Ian Hamilton Finlay is a poet and
Modernist artist who has consistently exploited nature, literature and the
potency of words in his art. For almost forty years he has formed his
works using philosophical texts, myths characters and images from the past
to make enigmatic juxtapositions and in so doing new thoughts. Finlay was
shortlisted for the Turner Prize in 1985 |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 13th June |
Women's Air Service
Memorial Day - The 3rd annual gathering of the Women's Allied Air
Services. Featuring a Service, flypasts, music and displays focusing on
the role of women in the Normandy landings |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 13th June |
Wildflower Walk |
1.00 pm Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 13th June |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate’s 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm. Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 13th June |
Porsche Club Yorkshire
Concours - Up to 400 examples of this racy sports car that you can admire
and aspire to. This enthusiastic Car Club brings one of their regional
events to Harewood on a regular basis, giving owners' of these speciality
cars a chance to get together and be viewed in such a wonderful location.
In the afternoon the Porsche cars are grouped, judged and awarded prizes |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 15th June |
Young Folk Musicians from
Britain, Europe and beyond - Ethno England is an international folk camp
taking place near York and bringing together a diverse group of fifty
young musicians. Under the guidance of experienced tutors such as Tim Van
Eyken and James Fagan they have been exploring and sharing each other's
musical heritage. This public concert showcases some of the results and
features guest appearances by several young English folk acts |
8.00 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 15th June |
"Aspects of Newby" – A
series of visits and lectures on Newby Hall and its collections.
'ARCHITECTURE AND SCULPTURE' - The house we see today dates back to
the late 17th century and has been altered to suit the whims and
requirements of different generations. The collections of classical
sculpture is a high point of the Newby collections and is displayed in a
gallery specifically designed for it by Robert Adam |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 15-17th June |
'Steam Tours of the
Line' - This relaxed midweek steam train service offers passengers the
chance to have guided tours of our famous station at Oakworth, and our
newly renovated Exhibition Centre at Oxenhope |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 16th June |
The University Symphony
Orchestra play Brahms 'Piano Concerto no 2 and Nielsen's Symphony no 3 |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 16-18th June |
'The Wizard Of Oz' -
Follow the Yellow Brick Road (or rather the lakeside path) in a promenade
performance of this fantastic story with colourful characters and lively
music with a contemporary twist. Become engrossed in the story of how
Dorothy and her dog Toto find their way back to Kansas from a distant,
unknown land. Along the way they make three new friends (a scarecrow, a
lion and a tin man) who join in their quest to find the Wizard of Oz, all
looking for something to make their lives complete (home, a brain, courage
and a heart) |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 17th June |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers to
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents Brian Bartlett and an evening of Canadian poetry |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 18th June |
'Graveyard, Coffin and
Plague Tour' - 2000 years of corpse disposal: where have we put them
all? Visit York's historic graveyards, execution and plague sites |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 18th June |
'Guildhalls and Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 18th June |
Walled Garden Jazz Concert
- Frank Brooker Swingtet – concert. Bring picnic, chairs and rugs. This
concert is a fundraising event for both the National Trust & Yorkshire
Cancer Research |
Grounds open at 6pm,
Concert begins at 7pm. Pre Booking advisedBeningbrough
Hall |
| 18th June |
The Chimera Ensemble in the
first performance of Laurance Roman's opera Isabella and the Pot of
Basil |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 18/19th June |
Open air Theatre - 'The
Tempest' - Illyria return to perform Shakespeares tale in the Abbey
Cloister |
Booking Essential Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.30 pm) Fountains Abbey
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 18-20th June |
Continental Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 19th June |
'In the steps of the
Mystery Plays' - a walking tour examining the history of York's famous
Mystery Plays |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 19th June |
The Ebor Singers present
their final concert of the season, Baroque favourites - J S Bach's -
Lutheran Mass; Handel's - Chandos Anthems, and Vivaldi's Gloria |
7.30 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
www.eborsingers.co.uk |
| 19th June |
The Georgian Garden –
Guided talks and walks around the beautiful Georgian gardens at Pockerley
Manor. Take a stroll with experts and explore the formal parterre and
vegetable gardens and the orchard |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 19th June |
Medieval Midsummer's Eve
- Games, pastimes & music - From 11.00am, join Heuristics in a
celebration of midsummer’s eve – medieval style. Come and meet our
medieval geomancer - 'Harold the Potter'. Help build a giant labyrinth to
celebrate midsummer. Plus a feast of midsummer games and sports and a
chance to join our musical procession around the castle at 3pm |
Helmsley Castle |
| 19th June - 28th July |
Art Exhibition - Joint
exhibition by local artists Valerie and Richard Bell |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 19/20th June |
'Diesel Weekend' -
Our popular annual event for diesel enthusiasts |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 19/20th June |
The History Of Meccano –
Find out about the world of Meccano - real engineering in miniature. Meet
the makers and see fascinating models and historical items tracing more
than a century of development of one of the world's best-loved hobbies |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 20th June |
Classic and Vintage Vehicle
Rally with Yorkshire Post Motor Show - This event attracts up to 20 major
motor dealers from the region with their latest models. You can also see
around 700 Classic and Vintage exhibits along with a variety of trade
stands, a children's fun fair and arena events. With so much to see it is
the most popular Car Rally at Harewood and a fantastic way to spend
Father's Day |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 20th June |
17th Century Maryland – To
celebrate Maryland Charter Day, hands-on family event focusing on 17th
century food and crafts |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 22-24th June |
'Steam Tours of the
Line' - This relaxed midweek steam train service offers passengers the
chance to have guided tours of our famous station at Oakworth, and our
newly renovated Exhibition Centre at Oxenhope |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 23rd June |
Creative Writing - in this
workshop we will be using the journeys that servants and mistresses made
around the house as a starting point for writing about the crossovers and
tensions between ‘upstairs’ and ‘downstairs’ life |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 23rd June |
Biblical Narrative - In
the Beginning - The Northern Sinfonia and University Choir present
Haydn's 'The Creation' |
7.30 pm York Minster
www.YorkConcerts.co.uk |
| 25th June |
Tango Siempre - Tango
Siempre present the wide spectrum of musical styes that comprise Tano
Argentino, performing their own arrangements of music from the 1900s-50s
through to the jazz influenced music of Astor Piazzolla and their own
compositions |
7.30 pm The National Centre
for Early Music
www.ncem.co.uk |
| 25-27th June |
Live Crafts - A wonderful
opportunity to purchase essentials and gifts from some of the specialist
Crafts People exhibiting, many of whom will be demonstrating their skills
throughout the three days of this Festival |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 26th June |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 26th June |
Yorkshire Bach Choir
present - Bach - B Minor Mass - Bach's towering masterpiece
concludes the 25th anniversary season of the YBC |
7.30 pm St
Michael-le-Belfrey Church
www.YorkshireBachChoir.org.uk |
| 26/27th June |
9-a-side International
Rugby Tournament |
Venues to be confirmed
phone 01904 553384 |
| 26/27th June |
Clematis Weekend. 2 days of
events and visits. Saturday - speakers and workshops on all aspects of
Clematis culture, micro-propagation, painting, photography, willow
weaving, etc. plant stalls, food and evening entertainment by Magda
Phillips (Hemwen). Sunday visits to Wytherstone House and Castle Howard |
Helmsley Walled Garden
www.helmsleywalledgarden.co.uk |
| 27th June |
The Classic British Wheels
and Wings Show - A new classic vehicle rally featuring British automotive
history accompanied by historic aircraft flypasts |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 27th June |
Bilsdale Silver Band and
Rolls Royce Display |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 29th June |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 29th June - 1st July |
'Steam Tours of the
Line' - This relaxed midweek steam train service offers passengers the
chance to have guided tours of our famous station at Oakworth, and our
newly renovated Exhibition Centre at Oxenhope |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 1st July |
Air Gunners' Day - Annual
Air Gunners' Association Day with Service, parade, salute, music and
flypasts |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 1-31st July |
Art Exhibition by Selina
Thorp |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 2nd July |
'Civil War York' - a
walking tour of sites linked to the English Civil War |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 2-10th July |
York Early Music
Festival - The 2004 Festival, will take its inspiration from the 300th
anniversary of the deaths of two great composers of the late 17th century
- Charpentier and Biber - who both died in 1704. The French composer
Charpentier will be the starting point for music from Paris in particular
and France in general - across the ages, both before and after
Charpentier. Thus as well as celebrating the exuberant music-making at the
court of Louis XIV, the Festival will explore the richness of the French
tradition from medieval times onwards. The focus will be especially on
choral and small-scale church music (e.g. motets), to suit the intimate
surroundings of York’s venues.
Taking its inspiration from Biber, the Festival will also focus on string
music in the Austro-German tradition, for both solo and ensemble. A
highlight will be Biber’s own Mystery Sonatas, which require the violin to
be tuned unconventionally to produce some amazingly modern-sounding
harmonies. Other composers to be featured will include Buxtehude,
Schmelzer, Walther and Muffat. As well as the usual mix of lunchtime,
evening and late-night concerts, the Festival will include talks and
workshops that reflect the choice of theme.
Guest artists already confirmed include Ensemble 415 directed by Chiara
Banchini; the Binchois Consort directed by Andrew Kirkman; the Gabrieli
Consort and Players directed by Paul McCreesh and Sonnerie |
Various Venues
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 2nd July |
York Early Music
Festival - THE GABRIELI CONSORT AND PLAYERS Directed by Paul McCreesh
- A requiem for Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber (1644-1704)
Biber's sublime polychoral requiem in F minor forms the centrepiece of
this programme, exploring the beautiful repertoire of 17th century Austro
German music on the theme of death and consolation. Taking inspiration
from Brahms' famous requiem, the programme will take the form of a German
Requiem with music by Schutz, Tunder and Weckmann in celebration of the
300th anniversary of the death of Biber |
7.30 pm Central Nave, York
Minster
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 2nd July |
Jools Holland and His
Rhythm and Blues Orchestra - Open Air Concert - Over the years, Jools has
performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and
songwriters in the world, a list which extends from Eric Clapton, Sting,
Luther Vandross and BB King, to Dr John, Paul Weller and George Harrison |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 2/3rd July |
Open air Theatre - 'ART'
- Is a blank canvas a work of ART or an expensive waste of money? Join us
for this modern day 'Emperor's New Clothes' performed by Chapterhouse
Theatre, directed by Nigel Havers |
Booking Essential Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 8.00 pm (Gates Open 6.30 pm) Fountains Abbey
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 3rd July |
York Early Music
Festival - RICORDO - Kati Debretzeni, violin; Alison
McGillivray, viola da gamba; Matthew Wadsworth, theorbo;Robert
Howarth, harpsichord. MUSIC BY BIBER AND FRIENDS |
1.00 pm National Centre for
Early Music
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 3rd July |
York Early Music
Festival - HILLE PERL viola da gamba and LEE SANTANA theorbo
present 'Music for Louis XIV' |
4.00 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 3rd July |
York Early Music
Festival - MUSICA FIATA, KÖLN Directed by Roland Wilson |
7.30pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, University of York
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 3rd July |
The Last Night of the Proms
Concert - four thousand people enjoyed a memorable (and sunny) evening
last year, and the Spitfire and Lancaster bomber that flew overhead in a
thrilling display at the start of the evening brought many a tear to the
eye |
Ripley Castle |
| 3rd July |
Sound of the 70's - Open
Air Concert - A groovy night of toe tapping music as you are taken to a
boogie wonderland. The Performing Arts Symphony Orchestra and Capital
Voices will showcase the musical highlights of the decade including hits
by Abba, Queen, Barry Manilow, Neil Diamond, The Carpenters, Stevie Wonder
and ending with a fabulous firework finale |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 3/4th July |
Divided by the Sword -
The Civil War Siege of York 1644 - Meet in the middle of the mayhem of
English Civil War, a noble lady of York whose family is torn between King
and Parliament. The 360th anniversary of the Siege of York brings home,
the terror and tension of the war. Will the sword divide your family? |
10.00-12.00 am and
2.00-4.00 pmClifford's
Tower, York |
| 3/4th July |
Fire Service Preservation
Weekend |
10.00 am - 5.00 pm Eden
Camp , Malton
www.edencamp.co.uk |
| 3/4th July |
Steam Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 4th July |
York Early Music
Festival - MHAIRI LAWSON soprano; JULIA GOODING soprano;
PAULA CHATEAUNEUF theorbo; GARY COOPER organ present
Charpentier Leçons de Ténèbres |
7.30 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 4th July |
Wildflowers in the Water
Garden - Join us for this 2 hour / 2 mile walk to discover the variety of
wildflowers in the water garden |
2.00 pm meet at the
Visitors Centre, Fountains Abbey
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 4th July |
Open Air Shakespeare - A
Comedy of Errors – picnic in the park from 6pm before the performance
commences at 7pm |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 4th July |
Traditional Music, Song &
Dance Festival – A day packed with traditional music, dance and song.
Brass bands and buskers, choirs and clog dancers, folk singers and
fiddlers – a musical extravaganza for all the family |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 5th July |
York Early Music
Festival - THE BINCHOIS CONSORT directed by Andrew Kirkman with
Mark Chambers, Will Towers alto Edwin Simpson, Nick Todd, Matthew
Vine, Chris Watson tenors Rob MacDonald, Giles Underwood bass
present MUSIC FOR ST ANTHONY ABBOT and other works by Guillaume Dufay
|
7.30 pm Chapter House, York
Minster
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 5th July |
York Early Music
Festival - ANDREW MANZE violin and RICHARD EGARR harpsichord
present Biber Rosary Sonatas: The Five Joyful Mysteries with suites
by Louis Couperin |
10.00 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 6th July |
York Early Music
Festival - ENSEMBLE CLÉMENT JANEQUIN - Dominique Visse countertenor
Bruno Boterf tenor Vincent Bouchot & François Fauché baritones
Renaud Delaigue bass Eric Bellocq lute, guitar, organ - "LES
PLAISIRS DU PALAIS" |
7.30 pm Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall, UoY
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 7th July |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate’s 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the
Visitors Centre, Fountains Abbey
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 7th July |
York Early Music
Festival - SONNERIE - Monica Huggett violin Emilia Benjamin
viola da gamba Joseph Crouch cello Matthew Halls harpsichord
- 'MUSIC FOR TWO FRENCH KINGS' Music by Rameau, Marais, Couperin
and Leclair |
7.30 pm The Gallery,
Harewood House
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 8th July |
York Early Music
Festival - THE DUFAY COLLECTIVE - 'DANSAS' - French medieval
programme – songs, dances, instrumental music of the Provencal troubadours
and jongleurs |
7.30 pm The Quire, York
Minster
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 8th July |
A Midsummer Night's
Dream - An enchanting outdoor production of one of Shakespeare's best
loved comedies performed by Chapterhouse Theatre. This magical story
unfolds with love tangles, mistaken identities, potions and fairies in a
tragic comedy. The performance is open air and will continue in all but
the worst weather. Ideally you should arrive around half an hour prior to
the performance starting and bring your own seating |
1.00 pm and 7.30 pm
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 9th July |
York Early Music
Festival - PAVLO BEZNOSIUK violin PAULA CHATEUNEUF
chitarrone, archlute DAVID ROBLOU harpsichord, organ - Biber
Glorious Mysteries and Passaglia |
9.30 pm St Olave's Church,
Marygate
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 9/10th July |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 10th July |
People's Carnival -
From 11am, a grand community pageant with plenty of family hands-on
activities and fun |
Scarborough Castle |
| 10th July |
York Early Music
Festival - CHARLES DANIELS tenor JACOB HERINGMAN lute
SUSANNA PELL bass viol - Airs de cour |
1.00 pm National Centre for
Early Music
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 10th July |
Jazz in July - Outdoor
Dixieland/ traditional jazz from the Easgle Jazz Band. Bring a picnic,
chairs & rugs |
Grounds open at 6pm,
Concert begins at 7pm. Pre Booking advisedBeningbrough
Hall |
| 10th July |
York Early Music
Festival - ENSEMBLE 415 with Chiara Banchini violin and leader
- Sacred and secular instrumental music at the time of Biber |
7.30pm The Citadel,
Gillygate
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 10/11th July |
York Performing Arts
"Summer Festival" - A variety of music and dance performed by groups from
across the City of York |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 10/11th July |
Divided by the Sword -
The Civil War Siege of York 1644 - Meet in the middle of the mayhem of
English Civil War, a noble lady of York whose family is torn between King
and Parliament. The 360th anniversary of the Siege of York brings home,
the terror and tension of the war. Will the sword divide your family? |
10.00-12.00 am and
2.00-4.00 pm
Clifford's Tower, York |
| 10/11th July |
World Championship Quoits –
The World Championship Quoits Matches, singles and pairs, played on
specially constructed pitches in The Colliery Village by competitors from
all over the country |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 11th July |
Charity Dragon Boat Races
on the River Ouse |
Riverbanks and Yorkshire
Museum Gardens area |
| 11th July |
Burton Constable Country
Fair - A full and entertaining programme of events for the whole family to
enjoy on a spectacular day out in the country |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 11th July |
Summertime Strings - The
Pavilion Music String Quartet will be entertaining the visitors in the
gardens of Castle Howard. There will also be workshops by the North
Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 11th July |
Jaguar Rally - One of our
biggest rallies on the North Front attracting over 500 of these
magnificent cars as exhibitors, and many more as visitors! |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 11th July |
Have-a-go Archery -
Modern day archery have-a-go session for all the family. From noon |
Richmond Castle |
| 11th July |
Eucharist for St. Benedict
- Ecumenical Service in the Abbey (45 minutes approximately) |
11.00 am Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 11th July |
Scottish Dancing by the
Northallerton Caledonian Society |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 11th July |
Cleveland Bay Discovery Day
– Find out more about the Cleveland Bay horse – a rare breed with origins
in the North of England. Meet Cleveland Bays from the Beamish Stud and
visit an exhibition run in conjunction with the Cleveland Bay Horse
Society |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 11th July |
International Alvis Day –
The Alvis Owner Club’s premier event comes to Beamish. Around 150 Alvis
cars, built in Coventry, will be on display and competing in Concours
d'Elegance and driving tests. Alvis owners are expected from Australia,
New Zealand, America, Germany, Holland, Switzerland and throughout the UK |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 15th July |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers to
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents an evening of new publications and work in progress from
riverlines writers |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 17th July |
'Blessed are the
peacemakers - The Micklegate Singers and John Scott Whiteley (organ)
present music from the early 20th century to contemporary, with works by
Copland, Bernstein, Pärt, Macmillan, Bairstow and R Panufnik |
8.00 pm The Quire of York
Minster
phone 01904 644194 for tickets (Ticket World) |
| 17/18th July |
Divided by the Sword -
The Civil War Siege of York 1644 - Meet in the middle of the mayhem of
English Civil War, a noble lady of York whose family is torn between King
and Parliament. The 360th anniversary of the Siege of York brings home,
the terror and tension of the war. Will the sword divide your family? |
10.00-12.00 am and
2.00-4.00 pm
Clifford's Tower, York |
| 17/18th July |
Scarborough Fayre - A
Grand Medieval Joust - From 11.30am, the spectacle of a medieval Joust
and Tournament is brought to life with a full cast of musicians, knights,
6 jousting horses and all the pageantry of a 15th-Century tournament. The
smash of lances breaking, the crash of steel on steel. Cheer and support
your chosen knight and immerse yourself in an age of chivalry and honour.
Young squires and ladies can practise skills with hobbyhorse jousting, and
all lords and ladies can enjoy courtly dance |
Scarborough Castle |
| 17/18th July |
Vintage Vehicle Weekend
Collection of classic and vintage vehicles displayed along the line |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 17/18th July |
Dig into the Past – to
celebrate National Archaeology Weekend, an Award-winning event set at
Pockerley Manor. A whole host of fascinating demonstrations and
activities, including calligraphy, baking, candle making, basket making
and traditional pole lathing. Part of a national campaign by the Council
for British Archaeology |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 17th July - 5th September |
Glorious Glass! - Take a
closer look at stained glass windows, then create your own in craft
materials |
Fountains Abbey & Studley
Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 18th July |
National Archaeology Day -
The Secrets Beneath The Lawns - As part of the national celebration of
archaeology there will be a series of activities and events themed around
Castle Howard’s own archaeological dig |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 18th July |
Family Dog Show |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 18th July |
Historic Vehicle Rally |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 18th July |
'Cycle for Life' - Charity
Event raising money for Cancer Research UK Whatever cancer means to you,
whatever your age and fitness, cycle for life is your chance to make a
difference. Harewood is delighted to host its own Cycle for Life event,
where participants will have an unrivalled opportunity to experience the
phenomenal Capability Brown landscape that surrounds Harewood House, while
raising money in aid of Cancer Research UK |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 18th July |
'Alice Through the
Looking Glass' - The ever popular Illyria Theatre Company return with
an outdoor production of Lewis Caroll's sequel to Alice in Wonderland.
Alice returns from Wonderland only to discover she's on the wrong side of
her living room mirror and before you can say "curiouser and curiouser"
the Jabberwocky is after her. It chases Alice back to a strange land where
life appears to be one giant game of chess and everything is back to
front. Will she overcome the obstacles and find her way home? The
performance is open air and will continue in all but the worst weather.
Ideally you should arrive around half an hour prior to the performance
starting and bring your own seating |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 18th July |
Songs of Praise -
Ecumenical Service in the Abbey (45 minutes approximately) |
3.00 pm Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 21st July |
The Szczepek Ensemble
perform music for choir and organ, to include Walton The Twelve,
Leighton What Love is this of thine?, Finzi Lo the full final
sacrifice and other choral favorites |
York Minster
|
| 21st July |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the
Visitors Centre, Fountains Abbey
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 23rd July |
The Szczepek Ensemble
perform music for choir and organ, to include Walton The Twelve,
Leighton What Love is this of thine?, Finzi Lo the full final
sacrifice and other choral favorites |
St. Wilfrids Church,
Harrogate
|
| 24th July |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 24th July |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 24th July |
The Szczepek Ensemble
perform music for choir and organ, to include Walton The Twelve,
Leighton What Love is this of thine?, Finzi Lo the full final
sacrifice and other choral favorites |
Leeds Cathedral
|
| 24/25th July |
Divided by the Sword -
The Civil War Siege of York 1644 - Meet in the middle of the mayhem of
English Civil War, a noble lady of York whose family is torn between King
and Parliament. The 360th anniversary of the Siege of York brings home,
the terror and tension of the war. Will the sword divide your family? |
10.00-12.00 am and
2.00-4.00 pm
Clifford's Tower, York |
| 24/25th July |
Master of Game -
From 11am, discover the social life of a medieval Knight away from the
tournament field! Join our Knights on a glorious social hunt and wander
around their tented household. Meet their servants, entertainers and
guests and get a “fly on the wall” perspective. Watch the Knights as they
challenge one another to a dangerous mounted hunt and a fencing duel.
Enjoy period music and have-a-go at medieval dancing, watch how Knights
really ate their food and learn how they behaved around ladies! The
entertainment climaxes with a magnificent mounted hunt flying hawks and
falcons from horseback! |
Richmond Castle |
| 24/25th July |
Life & Times - Journey back
to the 17th Century during the English Civil War. War, Civil war and
Skipton Castle is the last remaining Royalist Castle to hold out in the
North of England |
Skipton Castle |
| 24-26th July |
York Roman Festival |
Various Venues
www.eboracumromanfestival.co.uk |
| 24-26th July |
Leeds Championship Dog Show
- This event is one of the largest outdoor Dog Shows in the North of
England and the fourth largest dog show in the country after Crufts,
frequently attracting 11,000 dog entries! All winners at this show will
qualify for Crufts in 2004 |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 25th July |
The Classic and Superbike
Rally - The ever-popular rally featuring the best of British and
International Motorcycles |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 25th July |
Huby & Sutton Agricultural
Show |
Sutton Park |
| 26/27th July |
Festival of Roses and
Horticultural History - Castle Howard will be celebrating their stunning
displays of roses with horticultural history displays, rose garden tours,
and much more |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 27th July |
'Kings Manor' - a
unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the public, to
climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret passages,
medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 27th July |
'The Historic Toilet
Tour' - a saga of convenience through the ages, from Roman hygiene to
the 18th C 'Sugar' House and the 19th C attempts to prevent 'nuisance' and
promote public decency, plus the chance to sample the delights of the
medieval garderobe! |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th July |
'Micklegate and Georgian
York' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to
the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th July |
Dinosaur Coast- Hands On
activities & Fossil Roadshow - Calling all dinosaur spotters! A
drop-in session of various activities associated with the wonderful
fossils of the Dinosaur Coast. Including fossil plaster casts, ammonite
mobiles, Jurassic scenes, fossil rubbing and the fossil roadshow
|
11.00 am - 4.00 pm Scarborough Castle |
| 28th July |
'Guildhalls & Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 29th July |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 30th July |
Yorkshire Day Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 31st July |
Charity Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 31st July |
'Graveyard, Coffin and
Plague Tour' - 2000 years of corpse disposal: where have we put them
all? Visit York's historic graveyards, execution and plague sites |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 31st July |
Summer Jazz - The final
evening of Dixieland jazz in the walled garden, with the ever popular
Yorkshire Post Jazz Band |
Grounds open at 6pm,
Concert begins at 7pm. Pre Booking advised
Beningbrough Hall |
| 31st July |
Bat Walk Evening - Come and
meet some of the birds from the Falcons of Thorp Perrow for and
entertaining talk on birds of prey. Followed by a talk and slide show with
our bat expert John Drewitt, then out into the night to search for bats!
|
7.30 pm Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 31st July/1st August |
The Return of the King |
Scarborough Castle |
| 31st July/1st August |
Time Travellers -
From 10am, meet the founder of Whitby Abbey, St Hilda, or Sir Hugh
Cholmley, the 17th Century owner of the grand manor house at the abbey, or
even the famous author Bram Stoker – inspired by Whitby Abbey to include
it in his epic Dracula. A selection of these Time Travellers will be on
hand at weekends to greet visitors and highlight the many stories that
make up Whitby Abbey’s incredible history |
Whitby Abbey |
| 31st July - 8th September |
Photographic Exhibition -
Exhibition of the work of York Camera Club – with a special focus on
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 1st August |
Yorkshire Day Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 1st August |
'Jewish Heritage' -
a walk visiting historic sites of importance to medieval and modern Jews
in York. Including the site of the dreadful massacre of the Jews at
Clifford's Tower, where the walk ends |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 1st August |
Jazz and Jive - Non Stop
toe tapping live entertainment in the gardens at Castle Howard. Featuring:
Al Woods Quartet, Finesse Jazz Trio, Some Like it Hot & the John Taylor
Band |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 1st August |
All Things Yorkshire |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 1st August |
Music on the Moors - Live
concerts performed at Levisham Station |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 1st August |
Rolls Royce Rally - This is
this event's 25th year at Harewood and the 100th anniversary of Rolls
Royce. It is one of the biggest and best of the car rallies at Harewood
attracting Rolls and Daimlers from throughout the country. Sometimes we
have a visit by the car once belonging to Princess Mary along with the
Gold Canary which she had as a mascot, rather than the Spirit of Ecstasy.
A super day out for anyone who loves this truly British classic car |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 1-31st August |
Art Exhibition by Ray
Mutimer |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 3rd August |
Pride & Prejudice –
Illyria’s superb open-air adaptation of a classic novel |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 7/8th August |
Time Travellers -
From 10am, meet the founder of Whitby Abbey, St Hilda, or Sir Hugh
Cholmley, the 17th Century owner of the grand manor house at the abbey, or
even the famous author Bram Stoker – inspired by Whitby Abbey to include
it in his epic Dracula. A selection of these Time Travellers will be on
hand at weekends to greet visitors and highlight the many stories that
make up Whitby Abbey's incredible history |
Whitby Abbey |
| 7/8th August |
Have-a-go Archery -
Modern day archery have-a-go session for all the family. From noon |
Richmond Castle |
| 7/8th August |
Napoleonic Muster – An
exciting and authentic recreation of a Napoleonic recruiting muster in the
splendid setting of our 1825 exhibit, Pockerley Manor. Re-enacted by the
68th Regiment of the Light Infantry in full battle dress |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 8th August |
Listen to the Band! -
Wetherby Silver Band concert in the garden. Bring your deckchairs, rugs
and knotted hankies! |
2 – 4pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 8th August |
Music on the Moors - Live
concerts performed at Levisham Station |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 8th August |
Owl, Butterfly and
Dragonfly Day |
Thorp Perrow Arboretum,
Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 8th August |
MG Cars Rally |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 9-13th August |
Civil Clashes - Siege of
Helmsley & the Battle of Naseby - From 11.30am, listen to the dramatic
tales of the Siege of Helmsley Castle and the Battle of Naseby. The Royal
Armouries interpreters bring to life, in short, sharp and shocking dramas
the English Civil War. Discover the brand new Helmsley Castle visitor
centre and its displays of Civil War artefacts betraying the struggle at
the castle over 350 years ago |
Helmsley Castle |
| 12th August |
Pride & Prejudice -
An enchanting outdoor production of Jane Austin's classic novel by Illyria
in the grounds of Harewood House. The story follows the love hate
relationship between Elizabeth Bennett (the ultimate goody-goody) and
Darcy (the smouldering dark character). The performance is open air and
will continue in all but the worst weather. Ideally you should arrive
around half an hour prior to the performance starting and to bring your
own seating |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 12th August |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 12th August |
Open-air Childrens Theatre
- 'Alice Through the Looking Glass' - Illyria will perform Lewis
Carroll's classic children's tale in the Abbey Fields |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.00 pm (Gates Open 6.00 pm) Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 13th August |
Open-Air Opera - The
Marriage of Figaro Opera Brava perform on the Abbey West Green |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.00 pm) Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 14th August |
Open-Air Opera - The
Barber of Seville Opera Brava perform on the Abbey West Green |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.00 pm) Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 14/15th August |
Battle of the Bridges -
Recalling the events of September 1944 with the Operation Market Garden
battle to seize the bridges of Nijmegen and Arnhem. Flypasts, parachute
drops, Airborne Forces Regimental displays and re-enactments |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 14/15th August |
Defence of the Realm -
WW2 & Spitfire - From 11.30am, the spectacle of the year. A
commemorative event for the 60th anniversary of D Day. Witness the
soldiers, the training, the battle tactics and a superb aerial display and
flypast with an authentic 1940’s Spitfire. Plus displays of the Home Guard
and drill practise for youngsters. A tremendous tribute to those who took
part. An event to keep alive the memory of those who gave so much |
Scarborough Castle |
| 14/15th August |
The Feudal Archers -
Journey back to the 12th Century and view a recreation of a medieval
campsite within the castle grounds. Archers, knights, cooks and craftsmen
will all be demonstrating their skills. Come and join in the fun and see
the art of shooting the bow or combat with the sword |
Skipton Castle |
| 14/15th August |
Time Travellers -
From 10am, meet the founder of Whitby Abbey, St Hilda, or Sir Hugh
Cholmley, the 17th Century owner of the grand manor house at the abbey, or
even the famous author Bram Stoker – inspired by Whitby Abbey to include
it in his epic Dracula. A selection of these Time Travellers will be on
hand at weekends to greet visitors and highlight the many stories that
make up Whitby Abbey's incredible history |
Whitby Abbey |
| 15th August |
Music on the Moors - Live
concerts performed at Levisham Station |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 15th August |
Deer Walk - Enjoy the view
of 500 wild deer in the medieval deer park. |
2.00 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 16-20th August |
Soldiers Through Time
- From 11.30am, short and sharp dramatic accounts of British soldiers told
by solo costumed interpreters from the Royal Armouries. Hear the
first-hand accounts of the Duke of Marlborough in commemoration of the
200th anniversary of the Battle of Blenheim. Plus various interpretations
including 95th Rifles, the Zulu wars and the Battle of Cullodden |
Richmond Castle |
| 17-19th August |
THE EBOR MEETING - York
Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 18th August |
Birds of Prey - Static and
Flying Display |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 20th August |
Eucharist for St. Bernard -
Ecumenical Service in the Abbey |
12.00 pm Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 21st August |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 21st August |
Castle Howard Proms
Spectacular - With The English National Orchestra, original World War 2
Spitfire and spectacular firework finale.
This concert has now become the must see event in the region! Exuberant
conductor Jae Alexander is back once more, conducting the English National
Orchestra through an evening of sheer classical brilliance, performing
classics alongside magnificent music from the 'Last Night of the Proms'.
By popular demand the concert will again feature an aerial display by an
original World War 2 Spitfire as the orchestra performs classics such as
the Dambusters March and 633 Squadron.
Also back by popular demand this year is star tenor Wynne Evans, who
proved such a success on his Castle Howard debut last year. He will be
joined by star soprano Sarah Ryan and the two will be performing some of
the greatest classical arias ever written. The evenings entertainment will
begin at 6.15pm with a performance by the legendary John Miller Orchestra.
The John Miller Orchestra is the only 'Big Band' performing music of Glen
Miller with links to the great man himself, in the form of his nephew John
Miller, the orchestra's Musical Director. John Miller will lead the
orchestra in a selection of the music of Glenn Miller, including such
favorites as In The Mood, Tuxedo Junction, Pennsylvania 65000, Moonlight
Serenade and many others |
The grounds open at 5pm.
Performance begins at 6.15pm with the John Miller Orchestra, Proms
Spectacular begins at 7.30pm. The concert will end at approximately
10.30pm.
The concert is picnic style, so please bring your own food and drink,
chairs and rugs and suitable footwear and clothing.
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 21/22nd August |
Yorkshire Air Show - The
13th successive annual Airshow held on Elvington Airfield adjacent to the
Yorkshire Air Museum. Organised by Elvington Events Ltd. NB Not on Bank
Holiday Monday this year |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 21/22nd August |
Time Travellers -
From 10am, meet the founder of Whitby Abbey, St Hilda, or Sir Hugh
Cholmley, the 17th Century owner of the grand manor house at the abbey, or
even the famous author Bram Stoker – inspired by Whitby Abbey to include
it in his epic Dracula. A selection of these Time Travellers will be on
hand at weekends to greet visitors and highlight the many stories that
make up Whitby Abbey's incredible history |
Whitby Abbey |
| 21/22nd August |
Redcoats - From Cromwell
to the Crimea - From noon, exciting displays of military regiments
highlighting 200 years of the Redcoats, and the military discipline,
training and skill of the British soldier. Commemorating the 150th
anniversary of the famous Charge of the Light Brigade in the Crimean war,
a solo cavalry soldier will complete the display each day |
Richmond Castle |
| 21st/22nd August |
North Country Quilting –
Demonstrations of the traditional craft of North Country Quilting and
patchwork, together with a small exhibition of fascinating handmade quilts
from the extensive Beamish collection |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 22nd August |
'Richard III Trail'
- follow in the footsteps of this much maligned monarch, still revered in
York. At the end visit the Richard III Museum and vote on whether or not
he really did murder the Princes in the Tower |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 22nd August |
'The Historic Toilet
Tour' - a saga of convenience through the ages, from Roman hygiene to
the 18th C 'Sugar' House and the 19th C attempts to prevent 'nuisance' and
promote public decency, plus the chance to sample the delights of the
medieval garderobe! |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 22nd August |
Music on the Moors - Live
concerts performed at Levisham Station |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 22nd August |
Best of the West End
Musicals - The World's Greatest Musicals In Concert. Stars from London's
West End come to Castle Howard for one night to perform some of the
greatest songs ever written in this magical evening of musical favorites
including Jesus Christ Superstar, Miss Saigon, Chicago, Mamma Mia, Beauty
and the Beast, Cats and more.
Six incredible performers, backed by a band of the West End's finest
musicians will make this a wonderful evening of music, climaxing with a
thrilling firework finale accompanying the greatest songs from Les
Miserables. Don't miss it! |
The grounds open at 5pm.
Performance begins at 7.00pm and ends at approximately 10.00pm.
The concert is picnic style, so please bring your own food and drink,
chairs and rugs and suitable footwear and clothing
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 22nd August |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 23rd August |
'Medieval Churches &
Stained Glass' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally
open to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and
explore secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 23rd August |
'Graveyard, Coffin and
Plague Tour' - 2000 years of corpse disposal: where have we put them
all? Visit York's historic graveyards, execution and plague sites |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 24th August |
'Kings Manor' - a
unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the public, to
climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret passages,
medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 24th August |
Strike a Pose - take a
seat, make your selection from our prop box and have your portrait drawn |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 24th August |
'Guildhalls & Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 25th August |
'Micklegate and Georgian
York' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to
the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 25th August |
Dinosaur Coast - Hands
On activities & Fossil Roadshow - Calling all dinosaur spotters! A
drop-in session of various activities associated with the wonderful
fossils of the Dinosaur Coast. Including fossil plaster casts, ammonite
mobiles, Jurassic scenes, fossil rubbing and the fossil roadshow
|
Whitby Abbey |
| 25th August |
'How the Minster was
Built' - a fascinating tour to see how this great church was built by
the medieval masons, with a glimpse of the modern stoneyard |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 26th August |
Strike a Pose - take a
seat, make your selection from our prop box and have your portrait drawn |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 27/28th August |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 28th August |
'Choccy & Sweetie Tour'
- a walking tour examining the part York has played in pleasing the sweet
tooth with Terrys, Rowntrees and Cravens, and the opportunity to see
sweets being made, with some tasty samples |
10.30 am and 2.00 pm
YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th August |
Horse Ploughing Match –
Ploughmen from throughout the country compete in the annual Beamish
Ploughing Match. Watch the magnificent heavy horses at work, with
traditional harness and ploughs, see the preparations for the ‘Decorated
Heavy Horse’ class and explore a fascinating display of horse powered farm
machinery nearby |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 28/29th August |
Lace Making Weekend - See
demonstrations of the fascinating skill and intricacy of lace making and
an exhibition of exquisite lace work from the Beamish collection. Also
lace making demonstrations each Wednesday and Sunday in the Dentist’s home
from 4th April to end of September |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 28-30th August |
Tudor Falconry -
From 11am. In Tudor times Helmsley Castle was indeed a Palace of Pleasure,
a place where the Sport of Kings would have been no stranger. Discover
this noble pastime with our costumed historical falconers. Meet the Master
Falconer in his mews and watch these magnificent birds in flight |
Helmsley Castle |
| 29th August |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 29th August |
A Victorian Garden Party -
A charming ‘royal’ occasion. Step back in time to 1855. This is your
chance to be presented to young Victoria and Prince Albert. Come in
costume for garden games, flower fairy hunts, lessons in etiquette and
your chance to be photographed with royalty! |
12 noon – 4.30pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 29th August |
Music on the Moors - Live
concerts performed at Levisham Station |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 29/30th August |
Family Fun Weekend
incorporating Epilepsy Action 'It's a Knockout' - A great day out for all
the family, while raising money for a good cause |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 31st August |
'Choccy & Sweetie Tour'
- a walking tour examining the part York has played in pleasing the sweet
tooth with Terrys, Rowntrees and Cravens, and the opportunity to see
sweets being made, with some tasty samples |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 31st August |
'Literary York' - a
guided walking tour of the York Literary connections |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 1st September |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 3rd/4th September |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 4th September |
'Richard III Trail'
- follow in the footsteps of this much maligned monarch, still revered in
York. At the end visit the Richard III Museum and vote on whether or not
he really did murder the Princes in the Tower |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 4th September |
Classic Proms - Open Air
Concert - This performance contains a variety of popular classics,
beautiful arias and of course all the traditional proms favourites
culminating in a dramatic firework display. The performance is open air
and will continue in all but the worst weather. The audience should arrive
at least half an hour prior to the performance starting and bring their
own seating |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 4/5th September |
Combined Services Memorial
Weekend - Services, parades and marchpasts featuring representatives of
the Allied Air Forces and Naval Services. Held in conjunction with RAFA
and other Service Associations |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 4/5th September |
Tudor Tucker! - Food &
Cooking - From 11.30am, Heuristics explore Tudor food with displays of
ingredients and cooking. What can possibly go wrong? Have fun as our
costumed duo prepares authentic dishes. Come and enjoy a great day that
includes medieval comedy theatre, games, toys and automata |
Helmsley Castle |
| 4/5th September |
Prize Leek Show & Harvest
Festival - A traditional leek, vegetable and flower show in the
appropriate setting of The Colliery Village. Local gardeners exhibit home
grown produce and there's the customary grand auction to close the Event.
Colourful displays of fruit, vegetables and flowers fill the Village
Chapel for the Harvest Festival and a Methodist choir leads the harvest
hymn singing |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 4-12th September |
Painting Exhibition in the
Orchid House (exhibitors welcome). Exhibition by Sir David Goodall,
Kathryn M Harrison, Linda Joan Thompson and any individuals or art groups
that have painted in the garden throughout the year |
Helmsley Walled Garden
www.helmsleywalledgarden.co.uk |
| 5th September |
'Jewish Heritage' -
a walk visiting historic sites of importance to medieval and modern Jews
in York. Including the site of the dreadful massacre of the Jews at
Clifford's Tower, where the walk ends |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 5th September |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 5th September |
Autumn Plant Fair |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 5th September |
Festal Evensong for Blessed
Virgin Mary - Ecumenical Service in the Abbey |
3.00 pm Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 10th/11th September |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 10-12th September |
Craft Fair |
Newby Hall
www.newbyhall.co.uk |
| 10-19th September |
York Festival of Food and
Drink |
Various Venues
www.yorkfestivaloffoodanddrink.com |
| 10th September to 31st
December |
"The Glory of Glass.
Marvels of English 18th century production" - a special exhibition
|
Fairfax House
www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk |
| 11th/12th September |
Day out with Thomas - A
great family day with Thomas, the Fat Controller, Punch and Judy, Bouncy
Thomas and much more |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 11th/12th September |
Tournament of Kings -
Family fun day themed around spectacular moments, images and characters
from history |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 11/12th September |
Triumph Stag Car Weekend -
In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Triumph Stag Owners Club.
Splendid Triumph Stag cars will be joined by other Triumph models from
throughout the UK and Europe in a fascinating display on the Beamish
Events Field |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 11th-18th September |
Ripon Arts Group exhibition
of work in Fountains Hall |
Fountains Abbey & Studley
Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 12th September |
A stitch in time! - Sale of
over 300 items of work by needlework author Carol Phillipson – cushions,
wall hangings, bags, cards etc. All proceeds to be shared by the NT,
Cancer Research and The Alzheimers Society |
12.30 – 5pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 12th September |
NCCPG Plant Fair |
Sutton Park |
| 12th September |
Fruits & Fungi -
Guided walks around Duncombe Park grounds,conducted by the head forester |
10.30 am & 2.00 pm Duncombe
Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 12th September |
Veterans Remembrance Parade
& Service |
10.00 am - 5.00 pm Eden
Camp , Malton
www.edencamp.co.uk |
| 12th September |
Bilsdale Silver Band and
Birds of Prey Display |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 12th September |
Alvis Rally with Aston
Martin Owner's Club - The Alvis is a truly classic car which due to its
price never really hit the mainstream market. These cars were built with
nothing but quality in mind so come and admire the appearance and finish
that is well above that of your average car. Aston Martin cars have always
been amongst the fastest and most exclusive cars with owners including
Prince Charles and James Bond. A must do day for car enthusiasts |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 12th September |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 12th September - 31st
October |
Needlework Exhibition -
Exhibition of stitched work by needlework author Carol Phillipson |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 13/14th September |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 16th September |
'Graveyard, Coffin and
Plague Tour' - 2000 years of corpse disposal: where have we put them
all? Visit York's historic graveyards, execution and plague sites |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 16th September |
'Historic Inns and Pubs
Tour' - a guided walking tour of some of the historic ale houses of
York |
7.30 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 16th September |
Champagne & Dinner at
Castle Howard (Evening Event) - Champagne and Dinner with some the Ladies
of Castle Howard – past and present… a working title to fit in with our
Yorkshire Maids and Mistresses theme this year. The title may change but
the date won’t! An entertaining evening devoted to the Ladies, but with
plenty of interest for the Gentlemen too!
Isabella Bryon, The fifth Countess, Lady Georgiana from the past, to name
but a few – all with stories of their own that you may not hear elsewhere.
The courses at dinner will be based on some of their favourite recipes. A
light-hearted evening, a tour behind some of the scenes and an elegant
dinner.
Places must be booked in advance and are limited so book early to avoid
disappointment |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 26th August |
Theatrical Evening with the
Dickens Players - enjoy an evening with the Dickens Readers |
Burton Constable Hall,
Skirlaugh
www.burtonconstable.com |
| 17th September |
'Kings Manor' - a
unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the public, to
climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret passages,
medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 17th September |
'Guildhalls & Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 17th/18th September |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 17-19th September |
The Northern Motor Caravan
Show |
York Racecourse
Motor Caravan
Show |
| 17-19th September |
Continental Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 17-19th September |
Harrogate Autumn Flower
Show |
Great Yorkshire Showground,
Harrogate
www.flowershow.org.uk |
| 18th September |
'Choccy & Sweetie Tour'
- a walking tour examining the part York has played in pleasing the sweet
tooth with Terrys, Rowntrees and Cravens, and the opportunity to see
sweets being made, with some tasty samples |
10.30 am and 2.00 pm
YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 18/19th September |
'1940s Weekend' -
Relive the nostalgia of 1940s Wartime Britain. The Embsay & Bolton Abbey
Steam Railway steps back to the difficult times of Wartime Britain.
Various re-enactment societies attend the railway over both days. Watch
out for the Home Guard, Soldiers and Airmen returning home on leave and,
of course, the long suffering civilians |
Embsay & Bolton
Abbey Steam Railway |
| 18/19th September |
Corn Dolly Weekend – Find
out how these traditional decorations are made – it’s much more difficult
than it looks ! Try your hand at making them in the Corn Dolly Exhibition
in The Town and see the corn dollies on display around the Museum |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 19th September |
Wildlife Wander - Discover
the wonders of the estate's wildlife |
2.00 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 21st September |
'Battle of Fulford Walk'
- a gentle 3 mile walk to the battle site on the anniversary of the Battle
of Fulford, the forgotten battle of 1066, with the option of a pub lunch
and return to York by bus |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 23rd September |
riverlines a
monthly events programme which brings the best of contemporary writers to
York, where they read / perform / discuss their work with an audience
- presents Matthew Sweeney and John Hartley Williams |
7.30 pm Basement Bar at
City Screen, Coney Street, York
Riverlines |
| 23-26th September |
The 54th Northern Antiques
Fair - An excellent opportunity to buy some of the best quality antique's
in the breath taking surrounds of Harewood House. While at the fair why
not take the opportunity to explore the house, renowned for its stunning
architecture and exquisite Adam interiors, containing a rich collection of
Chippendale furniture, fine porcelain, outstanding art collections and
Royal family memorabilia from HRH Princess Mary Princess Royal Lord
Harewood's mother |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 24th/25th September |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 25th September |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 26th September |
To-Twit-to-Woo! - An
opportunity to see owls in the walled garden – flying display and handling
opportunities. In partnership with Falconry UK Ltd |
Displays at 12.30 and
2.30pm
Beningbrough Hall |
| 26th September |
Fungus Foray - Foraying fun
for all the family. Join us to find out what is edible and what is
poisonous. Discover the mystical world of fungi |
10.00 am - 12.30 pm Thorp
Perrow Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 26th September |
Classic Car Day - Presented
by The North East Club for Pre-War Austins. A cavalcade of almost 200
splendid cars, from the 1920s up to the 1970s, travel to Beamish arriving
at around 11am. Shining representatives of motoring history, including
Daimler, Morris, Riley and Vauxhall, are on display to visitors until 4pm.
The largest gathering of collector’s cars in the region |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 28th September - 3rd
October |
The Russian State Circus |
York Racecourse
phone 01904 553384 |
| 1st October |
Champagne & Canapes at
Castle Howard (Evening Event) - Our Champagne evening last year was so
popular that we have planned another this year, featuring the Champagne
House of Henriot. `Plenty of information and guidance (if needed!) from
experts on hand. A leisurely and sparkling evening, starting with
Champagne in the Great Hall and concluding with Champagne in the Grecian
Hall.
Places must be booked in advance and are limited so book early to avoid
disappointment |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 1st/2nd October |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 1-3rd October |
Autumn Steam Gala - Our
second festival of steam locomotives |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 2nd October |
Deer Walk - Enjoy the view
of 500 wild deer in the medieval deer park |
2.00 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 2/3rd October |
Bird of Prey Experience
Day - Come and experience Tudor Falconry with our master falconer.
Spend a thrilling day learning about the ancient art of falconry in the
historic surroundings of a medieval castle. Follow in the footsteps of
kings and nobles and learn to handle an owl or a hawk |
Helmsley Castle |
| 2nd October - 14th November |
Sutapa Biswas -
Contemporary Art Exhibition in the Terrace Gallery. Sutapa Biswas is one
of the UK's leading artists who over the last seventeen years has created
an intensely evocative and challenging body of work engaging with
feminism, cultural identity and memory.
Magnesium Bird will begin as a public performance in Harewood's 18th
century walled garden when one hundred small birds sculpted from
magnesium, connected to each other over a thirty square metre space, will
be ignited at dusk. As an ephemeral piece of work, it will be intensely
charged with themes of loss, love and trepidation. Documentary film and
photographs of the event will be shown alongside a selection of bird
drawings by J.M.W. Turner. As in the 2002 showing of Mark Wallinger's work
alongside George Stubbs, Harewood again provides a rare opportunity to
view traditional, historic artistic masterpieces alongside challenging new
work - this time by a leading contemporary black British artist |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 3rd October |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 3rd October |
Fungus Foray - Foraying fun
for all the family. Join us to find out what is edible and what is
poisonous. Discover the mystical world of fungi |
10.00 am - 12.30 pm Thorp
Perrow Arboretum, Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 8/9th October |
York Races |
York Racecourse
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
| 8th/9th October |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 9th/10th October |
'Steam Gala Weekend'
- Enjoy a variety of steam locomotives hauling express trains, vintage
trains and goods trains. The Railway at its best! Trains run into the
night |
Keighley & Worth Valley
Railway
www.kwvr.co.uk |
| 9/10th October |
Harvest Home Supper - See
the preparations for the Harvest Home Supper at Home Farm. The
mouth-watering spread, from 1913, includes raised game pies, trussed
chicken, ox tongue and lashings of cream from the Farm’s own dairy |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 14-17th October |
SightSonic Digital Arts
Festival - Sightsonic is a three-day annual international Festival of
Digital Arts presenting and promoting work that has digital technology at
the heart of the creative process. As the digital arts field continues to
grow and develop, Sightsonic aims to achieve artistic excellence, develop
new artists and audiences as well as invest in creative talent |
Various Venues
www.sightsonic.com |
| 15th October |
‘A Scandalous State of
Affairs’ – scandalous sketches of 19th century royalty, murder and
much more by the renowned Saltburn Victorian Players |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 15-17th October |
Wartime Weekend - The line
returns to the unforgettable wartime era |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 15th/16th October |
Fountains by Floodlight -
Wander around the ancient floodlit ruins to the evocative sound of
Gregorian Chant (recorded). Free guided walks at 7.45 & 8.15pm on Fridays.
Live choral performances each Saturday 8-9pm. |
Dusk (6 pm Approx.) to
10.00 pm Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 16th October |
Palestine Veterans Day |
10.00 am - 5.00 pm Eden
Camp , Malton
www.edencamp.co.uk |
| 16/17th October |
'Harvest of Steam
Weekend' - All being well (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY), the Harvest of
Steam will feature: All available locos in steam; Normal Passenger trains
with the Gresley Restaurant Car attached; Vintage Trains, using carriages
from Stately Trains; Demonstration breakdown train featuring the steam
crane; Vintage buses, Scammel Scarabs (tbc) |
Embsay & Bolton
Abbey Steam Railway |
| 16/17th October |
Harvest Home Supper – A
very different bill of fare is on display at Pockerley Manor’s Harvest
Home, with typical recipes from the early 1800s - Cod’s Head, Pickled
Pig’s Feet and Baked Rabbits in Custard. Watch the preparations and admire
the traditional corn dolly and box hedge decorations |
Beamish Museum
www.beamish.org.uk |
| 17th October |
Autumn Glory - A lovely
autumnal event, with guided walks through some of Harewood's woodland
areas collecting seeds and learning more about Harewood's flora!
Throughout the day there will be demonstrations of woodland crafts
(including arborists at work) and an opportunity to buy many tree related
goods. There will be children's activities all day and a storyteller |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 17th October |
Fungus Foray and Autumn
Magic Tour Fungus Foray 10-12.30pm. Followed by a Guided Tour at 1.00pm
through the Arboretum to witness the stunning autumn colours |
Thorp Perrow Arboretum,
Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 18-31st October |
Apple Celebrations -
Exhibition of walled garden fruit and information on apple folk lore.
Special recipes in the restaurant. Apple juicing and tasting on certain
days |
Beningbrough Hall |
| 23rd October |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 23rd October |
'Turrets & Battlements'
- a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to the
public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore secret
passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 24th October |
Autumnal Discovery Guided
Walk - Enjoy the magnificent sight of the estate this autumn. |
11.00 am meet at the
Visitor Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 24th October |
Fungus Foray and Autumn
Magic Tour Fungus Foray 10-12.30pm. Followed by a Guided Tour at 1.00pm
through the Arboretum to witness the stunning autumn colours |
Thorp Perrow Arboretum,
Bedale
www.thorpperrow,com |
| 27th October |
'Micklegate and Georgian
York' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open to
the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 27th October |
'How the Minster was
Built' - a fascinating tour to see how this great church was built by
the medieval masons, with a glimpse of the modern stoneyard |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th October |
'Guildhalls & Secret
Passages' - a unique chance to enter parts of York never normally open
to the public, to climb turrets, descend into Roman remains, and explore
secret passages, medieval churches and hidden Georgian interiors |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th October |
'The Historic Toilet
Tour' - a saga of convenience through the ages, from Roman hygiene to
the 18th C 'Sugar' House and the 19th C attempts to prevent 'nuisance' and
promote public decency, plus the chance to sample the delights of the
medieval garderobe! |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 29th October |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 29th October |
'Guy Fawkes Trail' -
a walk exploring the (several!) birthplaces and haunts of one of York's
most famous sons - Guy Fawkes of Gunpowder Plot fame |
7.30 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 29th/30th October |
Theatre - 'Dracula'
- The Dreaming perform Bram Stoker's classic gothic tale of the fight of
good over evil in Fountains Hall |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.45 pm) Fountains Hall,
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 30th October |
Medieval Twilight Tour
- It is close to the eve of All Saints – Hallowe’en – and you think you
are brave, fearless and daring. Well think again! Some of our stories
remember the Saints, but others…….. Explore the fearsome secrets on this
twilight tour of the castle. Wear warm clothes (perhaps a waterproof!),
sensible footwear and bring a torch. This event is not suitable for very
young children |
Helmsley Castle |
| 30/31st October |
Wizard Weekend - A
'magical' day with wizards, magic shows, live owls and much more |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 31st October |
'Guy Fawkes Trail' -
a walk exploring the (several!) birthplaces and haunts of one of York's
most famous sons - Guy Fawkes of Gunpowder Plot fame |
2.15 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 31st October |
Twilight Tour - It
is close to the eve of All Saints – Halloween – and you think you are
brave, fearless and daring. Well think again! Some of our stories remember
the Saints, but others…….. Explore the fearsome secrets on this twilight
tour of the castle. Wear warm clothes (perhaps a waterproof!), sensible
footwear and bring a torch. This event is not suitable for very young
children |
Richmond Castle |
| 2nd or 3rd November TBC |
Petersen Quartet - Music at
Harewood – Gallery Concert |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 5th November |
'Guy Fawkes Trail' -
a walk exploring the (several!) birthplaces and haunts of one of York's
most famous sons - Guy Fawkes of Gunpowder Plot fame |
7.30 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 5-7th November |
Antiques Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 7th November |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 9th November |
Talk: The changing gardens
& landscapes of Kiplin Hall from the Calverts to the 21st century - by
landscape historian Val Hepworth |
7.30 pm Kiplin Hall,
Scorton, Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 11th November |
NSPCC Christmas Shopping
fair - NSPCC Christmas Shopping fair |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 13/14th November |
Christmas Craft Fair |
Duncombe Park, Helmsley
www.duncombepark.com |
| 14th November |
Remembrance Sunday -
Services at the French Memorial, Elvington and the Museum Chapel |
Yorkshire Air Museum
www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk |
| 14th November |
Deer Park Discovery - An
exploration looking for tracks and signs of deer and other wildlife in the
deer park |
11.00 am meet at the
Visitor Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 19th November |
Sunday Stroll - Sponsored
Walk in aid of Save The Children - Sponsored walk around the Castle Howard
Estate in aid of Save The Children |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 19th November |
Kyung-Wha Chung - Music at
Harewood – Violin and Piano Gallery Concert |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 25th/26th November |
Open-air Theatre - 'The
Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde' - The Dreaming perform Robert
Louis Stevenson's tale of mystery, intrigue and split personalities |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.45 pm) Fountains Hall,
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 25-28th November |
Illumination of the
Christmas Lights and the St Nicholas Fayre |
Various Venues
St Nicholas Fayre |
| 26-28th November |
Live Crafts - Live Crafts
for Christmas make a welcome return in fully carpeted and heated marquees
full of interesting stalls. A chance to buy those individual Christmas
Gifts away from the hustle and bustle of town |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 27th November |
'St Nicholas Tour' -
a fascinating Yuletide look in York Minster at the life and legends of St
Nicholas - the origin of Santa Claus |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 28th November |
Discovering Trees in Winter
- As part of National Tree Week, join this walk in search of veteran trees
and others |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 28th November |
Taster Tour - Travel in
time to take an overview of the estate's 800-year history. Including C12
Abbey & Mill, C18 Landscaped Garden, Elizabethan Hall, Victorian Church &
Medieval Deer Park |
1.30 pm meet at the Visitor
Centre, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 29th November |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 3rd-31st December |
"The Keeping of
Christmas" - an 18th century Christmas is recreated in superb detail |
Fairfax House
www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk |
| 4th December |
'St Nicholas Tour' -
a fascinating Yuletide look in York Minster at the life and legends of St
Nicholas - the origin of Santa Claus |
2.00 pm YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 4th December |
Victorian Musical Evening
with the Harp Singers, including viewing of Hall (viewing of Hall 6-7.15
pm) and seasonal refreshments |
7.30 pm Kiplin Hall,
Scorton, Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 4/5th December |
Santa Specials - Join in
the festivites and journey on the train with Santa |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 4/5th December |
Deck the Hall – enjoy
Christmas trees and decorations throughout the Hall, courtesy of local
groups |
Kiplin Hall, Scorton,
Richmond
www.kiplinhall.co.uk |
| 4/5th December |
Medieval Christmas -
Kick-start your festive spirit with this exciting look at how Christmas
was celebrated in centuries past. What are the origins of Yuletide
traditions? Automata, plenty of fun and some new ideas for the whole
family. Plus a chance to buy unique seasonal gifts. Performances at 11am &
1.30pm |
Helmsley Castle |
| 4th/5th December |
Music & Lights at Christmas
- Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Abbey and Hall bathed in coloured
lights with seasonal music (recorded) resounding |
3.30-5.00 pm (last entry
4.00 pm) Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 7/8th December |
Theatre - 'A Christmas
Carol' - The Dreaming perform Charles Dickens' well-loved seasonal
teal centred around Scrooge. A money-grabbing old skinflint who is taken
on a startling journey by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present & Future
in a last effort to reclaim his doomed soul |
Booking essential, Tel:
01765 643199 / 643164; 7.30 pm (Gates Open 6.45 pm) Fountains Hall,
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 9-12th December |
York Early Music Festival |
Various Venues
www.yorkearlymusic.org |
| 11th December |
'St Nicholas Tour' -
a fascinating Yuletide look in York Minster at the life and legends of St
Nicholas - the origin of Santa Claus |
10.30 am YorkWalk
www.yorkwalk.co.uk |
| 11th December |
On the Hoof - Watch the 500
strong deer herd feeding |
10.45-12.30 pm Fountains
Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 11/12th December |
Farmers Markets |
Parliament Street
|
| 11/12th December |
Santa Specials - Join in
the festivites and journey on the train with Santa |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 11/12th December |
Music & Lights at Christmas
- Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Abbey and Hall bathed in coloured
lights with seasonal music (recorded) resounding |
3.30-5.00 pm (last entry
4.00 pm) Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 11/12th December |
A Traditional Christmas
Evening - Christmas carols in the floodlit Abbey followed by a traditional
Christmas supper in the restauran |
5.00 pm (booking essential)
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 12th December |
On the Hoof - Watch the 500
strong deer herd feeding |
10.45-12.30 pm Fountains
Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 12th December |
Carols by Candlelight -
Traditional carol service in the Abbey Cellarium. Seasonal refreshments
available |
3.45 pm Fountains Abbey &
Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 16th December |
Season's Greetings at
Castle Howard (Evening Event) - A Yorkshire introduction to the festive
season – an evening with a Yorkshire bias and featuring our local
speciality foods, as well as the traditional music and magic that you
expect from a Castle Howard evening.
Places must be booked in advance and are limited so book early to avoid
disappointment |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 16th December |
Alice Coote - Music at
Harewood – Gallery Concert Alice Coote is a Mezzo Soprano and will be
accompanied by Julius Drake on the Piano |
Harewood House
www.harewood.org |
| 18/19th December |
Santa Specials - Join in
the festivites and journey on the train with Santa |
The North Yorkshire Moors
Railway, Pickering
www.northyorkshiremoorsrailway.com |
| 18th/19th December |
Music & Lights at Christmas
- Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Abbey and Hall bathed in coloured
lights with seasonal music (recorded) resounding |
3.30-5.00 pm (last entry
4.00 pm) Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 18th/19th December |
A Traditional Christmas
Evening - Christmas carols in the floodlit Abbey followed by a traditional
Christmas supper in the restauran |
5.00 pm (booking essential)
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 21st December |
Christmas at Castle Howard
(Evening Event) -Our very special celebration with all the warm welcome,
magic and music that you need to start Christmas, from the Christmas Trees
and Floodlighting as you arrive, to the final carol and mince pie with
your coffee
Places must be booked in advance and are limited so book early to avoid
disappointment |
Castle Howard
www.castlehoward.co.uk |
| 26th December |
Music & Lights at Christmas
- Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Abbey and Hall bathed in coloured
lights with seasonal music (recorded) resounding |
3.30-5.00 pm (last entry
4.00 pm) Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 27-30th December |
On the Hoof - Watch the 500
strong deer herd feeding |
10.45-12.30 pm Fountains
Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
| 27-30th December |
Christmas Abbey Tours -
Free guided tour of the Abbey |
2.00 - 4.00 pm Fountains
Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens
www.fountainsabbey.org.uk |
