To
18th April
2010 |
Putting History to the Test - Was it really like
that? Find out the reality of life in times gone by
in a fun and practical way. Take a closer look at
historical objects from the museum in our
interactive Studio spaces. Suitable for all ages.
Knitting Sheaths - We have a wonderful selection of
these wooden knitting needle holders which attached
to the owners' belts and were worn by people working
in the Yorkshire Dales and across the north of
England. They were beautifully and intricately
carved and often given as love tokens.
Come and see these rarely-seen tiny works of art and
find out more about how they were used, in our
Costume and Textile Studio. |
York Castle Museum |
To
18th April
2010 |
Easter Trails and Eggs - Follow the children's
Easter Trail through the house, spotting bogus and
bonus bunnies, to claim a Cadbury's chocolate egg
prize. Children's menu and special Easter cakes on
sale in the tearoom. Property open daily (closed
Fridays). |
Treasurer's House |
To
18th April
2010 |
Easter Fun - Make your own chocolate Easter nest to
take home in our Kitchen Studio. Take a look at
traditional Easter egg packaging from York's
Rowntree's and Terry's chocolate factories for
inspiration. There will also be the chance to make
an Easter basket to put your nest in, or you can
take a template away to finish at home. Please note
that at busy times there may be a short wait - the
Kitchen Studio can accommodate around 15 to 20
people at a time. |
York Castle Museum |
To
25th April
2010 |
Exhibition - The Enchanting World of Beatrix
Potter
The first exhibition of the new year is a display of
original watercolours and drawings by one of
history's greatest and most popular authors and
illustrators. |
Nunnington Hall |
To
31st April
2010 |
Abbey
Tours - Join a free tour to discover fascinating
facts and stories about the abbey and monks. 11.00
am, 1.00 pm & 2.00 pm meet at The Porter's Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
To
31st April
2010 |
Mr
Aislabie's Garden Tour - A free tour taking in the
grand design of the Georgian landscape including
Deer Park and Water Garden. 11.30 am meet at The
Porter's Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
To
3rd May
2010 |
100 Years of Gifts Special Exhibition - This
exhibition offers a fascinating snapshot of British
art of the last century. It will bring together
works acquired by Yorkshire galleries with the
support of the Contemporary Art Society.
Paintings, sculptures and photography from a wide
range of well-known British arts will be featured.
Pioneers of British Modernism such as David Bomberg,
William Roberts and Henry Moore will be displayed
alongside all types of art up to the Young British
Artists including Sarah Lucas, Gillian Wearing and
Tacita Dean. |
York Art Gallery |
To
7th May
2010 |
Putting History to the Test - Was it really like
that? Find out the reality of life in times gone by
in a fun and practical way. Take a closer look at
historical objects from the museum in our
interactive Studio spaces. Suitable for all ages.
Marlborough's Soldiers - Lord Marlborough, ancestor
of Winston Churchill, was one of Britain's greatest
war leaders. Discover how England fought the tyranny
of France through the stories of Yorkshire soldiers
who fought under Marlborough and handle real
equipment, weapons and armour from the late 1600s
and early 1700s in our Military Studio. |
York Castle Museum |
To
30th May
2010 |
Fairfax House events - The Flowing Bowl
The First Exhibition of 2010, featuring the John
Butler collection of glass. The story of alcohol has
a long history. There has been an incredible
development in the type of beverages available,
their production, storage and the vessels used at
table. 'The Flowing Bowl' focuses on
paintings and decorative objects, ranging from the
early punch bowls and exquisite silver tankards made
in York, to the English glass in the John Butler
collection meant for the rich man's table. |
Fairfax House |
To
6th September
2010 |
Once Upon a Tide - North Sea Ferry Tales
Exhibition -
Explore the personal recollections of travellers
throughout over 100 years of North Sea crossings
from back-packers to fine dining and family
holidays. This new exhibition, in partnership with
the National Railway Museum in the Netherlands, will
use the Museum's rich poster collections to explore
the past, present and future of the Harwich-Hook
ferry route. Don't miss the chance to walk onto the
deck of a 'roll-on roll-off ferry' and see the
turntable, as you have never experienced it before!
Admission Free |
National Railway
Museum |
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Future Events and
Attractions
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1st
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Pete Morton
Pete is one of Britain’s most distinctive
songwriters and a skilled interpreter of other
songs, whether traditional or modern, English or
international. We’ve admired his work ever since his
first visit over twenty years ago. His stage
presence is dynamic and intense yet approachable and
amiable, delivering songs that speak of the human
condition from a unique perspective. |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
2nd
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Choccy and Sweetie Tour. A delicious tour - hear
the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit choccy
and sweetie shops and taste free samples! 10.30 am
and 2.00 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
2nd
April
2010 |
The
Ebor Singers Services - The Ebor Singers sing
services in York churches, including York Minster
and All Saints Church, North Street.
Good Friday Liturgy |
7.30
pm
All Saints Church
North Street
Ebor Singers |
2nd
April
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
The World Service Project - Tim Ower Saxophones
Raphael Clarkson Trombone Dave Morecroft
Piano Conor Chaplin Bass and Neil
Blandford Drums.
Formed in 2008, the rapidly emerging WorldService
Project focus their programmes around the music of
composer and pianist Dave Moorcroft. Combining
lyricism with a burning intensity, WSP create edgy
and experimental music with a smile on it’s face.
7.30 pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
2nd
April
2010 |
Good
Friday Service - Ecumenical service in the abbey.
Everyone welcome. 3.00 pm in The Abbey Cellarium |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
2nd
April
2010 |
Back
o' the Shop Gallery - will be holding an "Easter
Bop" featuring The Mojos Covers Band with support
from Yorks(and Terringtons) Mr Comedy, James
Christopher |
Terrington Village Hall
Back o' the
Shop |
2nd
April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Markington War
Memorial Institute
Markington
nr Harrogate
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
2-4th
April
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
2-4th
April
2010 |
Eden
Camp - the unique Museum at Eden Camp will transport
you back in time to wartime Britain. You will
experience the sights, sounds, even the smells of
those dangerous years.
WWII Re-enactors on site - WWII Re-enactors on site
over the weekend, dressed in British and U.S.
military uniform, German POWs, Home Guard and
civilians. |
Eden Camp
Malton |
2-4th
April
2010 |
1940s
Easter Weekend - Join us at the museum to celebrate
Easter with re-enactors from the East Yorkshire
Regiment Living History Group.
Meet characters from the 1940s, military, civilian
and the Land Army girls!
See the museum brought to life as a 1940s village
hosting a range of activities including music,
ration cooking, military demonstrations and much
more. |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Family Fun Trail - Can you crack the clues to
complete this 'egg-citing' trail and collect your
yummy Easter prize? l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Cliffords Tower
York |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Castle Howard - Easter Holiday Traditional Fun Fair
Castle Howard is celebrating Easter this year with
good old-fashioned fun for all the family. There
will be a traditional children’s fun fair including
a carousel, a train ride, swing boats and chair
ride, plus all the rides are free for children.
The Easter bunny will popping in to say 'hello',
there will be free face painting and a free giant
Easter egg hunt in the Walled Garden – find all the
giant eggs, unscramble the word they are hiding and
collect your prize! There will also be a Dixie band
parading around the gardens entertaining families
with Dixieland favourites such as "When the
Saints Go Marching In", "Ain't Misbehavin'" and
"Alexander's Ragtime Band". There are also
free adventure trails for children which will
combine storytelling with exploration of the
gardens. These activities, along with Castle
Howard’s high-energy adventure playground, boat
trips on the Great Lake, rides on the land train and
delicious ice cream. A perfect family day out.
|
Castle Howard |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Flower Festival in Sledmere House - In
support of Marie Curie Cancer Care |
Sledmere
House |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Woodland Easter Fun - the newly restored Kiplin wood
is ready for explorers! Hunt in the woods, grounds
and Hall. Make animal masks, colour in and more!
Come in your Easter hat; bring a hard-boiled egg to
decorate – judging of hats and eggs daily. Also on
Easter Sunday, North Yorkshire Vintage Machinery
Society display items from their collections. |
Kiplin Hall
Nr Scorton |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Family Fun Trail - Can you crack the clues to
complete this 'egg-citing' trail and collect your
yummy Easter prize? l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Whitby Abbey |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Family Fun Trail - Can you crack the clues to
complete this 'egg-citing' trail and collect your
yummy Easter prize? l0.30 am - 5.00 pm |
Brodsworth Hall
& Gardens |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Egg-static - It's Easter and that means egg
trails in the garden. Come along and enjoy the hunt,
who knows what you might find. |
Ormesby Hall |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Family Fun Trail - Can you crack the clues to
complete this 'egg-citing' trail and collect your
yummy Easter prize? l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Richmond Castle |
2-5th
April
2010 |
Selby
Game Fair - a jam packed weekend of activities and
attractions, come sun, rain and on one occasion
snow! |
Selby Game Fair |
2-18th April
2010 |
Easter Holiday Trail with weekday activities |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
3rd
April
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
If Destroyed Still True - Simon Kaylor tenor sax
Simon Beddoe trumpet Johnny Tomlinson
piano Nick Tyson guitar Seth Bennett
bass and Tommy Evans drums
‘IDST’, 2008 winners of the prestigious Jazz
Services 'Promoters' Choice' Award, has quickly
established itself on the National Jazz Scene as one
of the most exciting and innovative bands to have
emerged in the UK over the recent years. 7.30 pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
3rd
April
2010 |
St
Mary's Church Tour - A free tour of the richly
decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by
William Burges. 11.00 am meet at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
3rd
April
2010 |
Arabian Nights - Sheherazade, the greatest of
all storytellers presents three fabulous tales from
her Arabian Nights: A tale from the desert; a tale
from the bed of the ocean; and a tale straight from
a donkey’s mouth. This show drips with lavish
colours and textures. Using puppets, props and
storytelling, and accompanied by an original
soundtrack, Theatre of Widdershins will transport
you to a mystical land.
Suitable for children 5+ and families. 2.00 pm |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
3rd
April
2010 |
Rosie
Doonan and The Snapdragons - Radio 2 Folk Award
nominee Rosie Doonan's extraordinary songwriting
demonstrates an exquisite beauty and celestial grace
that nestles somewhere between desolate astral-folk
and perfect, shimmering acoustic pop. Growing up in
a house overflowing with musicians, from a father
who played uilleann pipes in folk luminaries
Hedgehog Pie to an uncle in Lindisfarne, Rosie was
always destined to lead a performers life. Now,
along with Snapdragons Katriona Gilmore (violin) and
Sarah Smout ('cello), her delicate Enya-esque
compositions are garnering fans across the music
loving world. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
3-5th
April
2010 |
The
48th York Model Railway Show - The York Model
Railway Show has been held every Easter for many
years and the show has become one of railway
modelling's traditional events. Attending the York
Model Railway Show each Easter is at the heart of
the hobby and we offer you a feast each year of all
that is best in railway modelling in the north. If
you have not been to the York Model Railway Show
before then treat yourself next Easter. If you are
one of regulars then we look forward to welcoming
you back. Railway modelling at it's best every
Easter in the heart of historic York, what more
could you wish for.
We aim for a total of between 110 and 130 stands
including:-
Layouts in several scales
Demonstrations by well known modellers.
Static displays
Stands by specialist societies
Free car parking for 800 cars in a modern venue,
disabled adapted, with quality catering |
Knavesmire Suite
York Racecourse
York Model
Railway Show |
3-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Olympics & Trail - Three days of eggcellent
fun for all with the Egg Olympics challenges
(including of course, egg and spoon races!) and
Easter trail in the garden. 12 noon - 4.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
3-5th
April
2010 |
Medieval Falconry - Join our costumed medieval
falconers, Raphael Falconry with demonstrations of
spectacular aerial displays of Birds of Prey in
flight in the magnificent Priory ruins, and discover
how these Birds were used for hunting and status
during the 11th and 12th Century when the Abbey was
built. l1.30 am - 5.00 pm |
Rievaulx Abbey |
3-5th
April
2010 |
Easter Family Fun Trail - Can you crack the clues to
complete this 'egg-citing' trail and collect your
yummy Easter prize? l0.00 am - 5.00 pm |
Conisbrough Castle |
3-24th April
2010 |
Back
o' the Shop Gallery - Exhibition of works by Sue
Slack.
A new show featuring a variety of views of the
Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sue has spent the last year studying and sketching
the marvellous views around Terrington. These have
now been translated into a wonderful series of
paintings in Sues' own inimitable style.
"Most of the paintings on show in this exhibition
are the result of several sketching visits to the
area around Terrington. The soft, rolling hills and
mix of pasture and woodland in the Howardian Hills
lend an intimacy that is a contrast to the rugged
landscape and open moorland around my studio in
Lockton. Each has its own beauty and sets new
challenges to the artist depending on weather and
seasonal changes." |
Back o' the
Shop |
3rd
April -
8th September
2010 |
York
Art Gallery Special Exhibitions - York Mystery Plays
The Mystery Plays return to York on 11 and 18 July,
2010, a series of medieval plays based on episodes
from the Bible which are performed on wagons around
the city streets in a tradition dating back to the
1300s.
In this exhibition, organised in collaboration with
the York Guilds' Mystery Plays Board, we take you
along the medieval route of the plays. Alongside
15th century documents, the prints and drawings on
display will show the original 12 stopping places of
the wagons. |
York Art Gallery |
4/5th
April
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Easter Eggstravaganza - Come and meet the Easter
Bunny. Make an Easter basket for all that chocolate
or decorate your own egg and card. Enjoy a tractor
trailer ride and the first train of the season. |
Murton Park |
4/5th
April
2010 |
The
Beck Isle Museum - 27 rooms and separate displays
covering many aspects of local, social and family
history, militaria.
Easter Activities - Over the weekend there will be
an Easter egg trail, Easter Bonnet making and egg
painting sessions. |
Beck Isle Museum |
4/5th
April
2010 |
Newby
Hall Easter Fun Weekend - A fantasy woodland
adventure with costumed story book characters
helping you on your way to discover the Newby
treasure! |
Newby Hall
nr Ripon |
4/5th
April
2010 |
Easter Craft Fair |
Duncombe Park
nr Helmsley |
5th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Graveyard, Coffin & Crypt Tour. Visit the hidden
city of the dead; descend to a secret crypt, sample
Roman and mediaeval coffins and visit plague sites.
10.30 am from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
5th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Bloody Execution Tour. See Turrets where heads
were impaled on spikes; hear of Dick Turpin's last
hours, public hangings, floggings, brandings and
duckings. 2.15pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Gates |
Yorkwalk |
5th
April
2010 |
Great
Yorkshire Food at Harewood: Sweet Revolution
Great Yorkshire Food continues this year at
Harewood, celebrating all things tasty and
Yorkshire!
Sweet Revolution chocolates are handcrafted in
Wetherby, made from 75% raw dark chocolate, 100%
natural, organic ingredients, free from dairy,
refined sugar and gluten.
This is raw chocolate, in other words the cacao
beans have not been heated. Normal cooked chocolate
is roasted and exposed to very high temperatures
which destroy some of it’s nutrients. Raw chocolate
is one of the most complex and nutrient-rich foods
with over 300 chemical compounds – it’s a premium
source of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, protein
and healthy fats. So now we have a chocolate which
is positively good for you, and tastes fabulous too!
Join us in the Old Kitchen, Below Stairs for
chocolate tastings and demonstrations throughout the
day. |
Harewood
House |
6th
April
2010 |
Castle Howard - Easter Craft and Produce Market. In
the Stable Courtyard, from 10am until 4pm with free
entry |
Castle Howard |
6th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Historic Toilet Tour. A unique saga of
convenience through the ages from Roman sanitation
to the 18th Century 'Sugar' House and 19th Century
attempts to prevent 'nuisance' and promote public
decency. And, of course, the opportunity to sample
the dubious comforts of mediaeval garderobes! 10.30
am from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Choccy and Sweetie Tour. A delicious tour - hear
the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit choccy
and sweetie shops and taste free samples! 10.30 am
and 2.00 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Historic Inns and Pubs of York Tour. What better
way to relax than to visit some of York's historic
inns and alehouses. Many go back to Mediaeval and
Tudor times. Relive the Golden Age of Coaching when
the streets rattled with coaches from all parts of
the kingdom. And of course the opportunity to sample
a few beers on the way! 7.30 pm from The Yorkshire
Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
April
2010 |
Wetherby Races |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
6-10th April
2010 |
Oh
What a Lovely War Directed by Erica Whyman & Sam
Kenyon
A madcap orchestra of musicians, dancers, singers
and clowns will come armed with sketches, songs and
stories for your entertainment. Their sombre
buffoonery and musical ingenuity collides with the
bawdy, tough humour of the squaddies on the front
line to take you on an incredible journey across
Europe. From the misplaced optimism of the British
home front to the blood-soaked fields of Flanders
the story is told through a fantastic collection of
irreverent and poignant songs including well known
favourites Pack Up Your Troubles, Keep The Home
Fires Burning and It’s A Long Way To
Tipperary.
Joan Littlewood and her revolutionary company
Theatre Workshop, Oh What A Lovely War is a
truly original portrait of the conflict that changed
the shape of our world for ever. Co-Directed by
Erica Whyman (Our Friends in the North, A Doll’s
House, Look Back in Anger), and Sam Kenyon (Sweeney
Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, Sunset Boulevard),
this brand new production will a be fun-filled
evening with a tough, dark heart. |
York Theatre Royal |
7th
April
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Hat Making - Providing protection or making the most
outrageous fashion statement? From bowler to
baseball, straw to felt, find out the history of the
humble hat. Then put your heads together and design
your own. |
Murton Park |
7th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York not normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - Mediaeval Stained Glass. An expert
guided tour of some of the finest stained glass in
the country to be found in York's parish churches.
2.15 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
7th
April
2010 |
Acoustic Night in The Loft - Set in the eves of an
historic 17th century building we welcome Holly
Taymar. With a delicate, yet soulful voice, stylised
finger picked guitar work and songs that recount the
trials and tribulations of life in York, Holly's
live shows are not to be missed.
Holly is a seasoned performer, having played at
venues up and down the country, gaining recognition
for both her work as a musician and as a songwriter.
Holly's natural stage presence and beautiful
delivery make this stripped back show a must see.
8.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
7th
April
2010 |
The
Beck Isle Museum - 27 rooms and separate displays
covering many aspects of local, social and family
history, militaria.
Children’s Living History Day – Dress up in
Victorian period costume, play parlour games and do
the washing Victorian Farm style. |
Beck Isle Museum |
7th
April
2010 |
Upstairs Downstairs Tour - see parts of the house
not normally seen by visitors. Visit the impressive
cellars and near derelict servants' quarters. Learn
how the family and their servants lived and worked
at Nostell. Very popular tour which includes
negotiation of very steep stairs. 2.00 pm Booking
Essential. |
Nostell Priory |
7th
April
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races |
Catterick
Racecourse |
7th
April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Etton Village Hall
Etton
East Yorkshire
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
8th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York not normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - Kings Manor. A unique chance to visit
this former Royal palace, hear its turbulent history
and see parts not open to the public. 10.30 am from
The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
8th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The Henry
VIII Trail. This obese, diseased and constipated
monarch made a state visit to York in 1541 with his
Young Queen, Catherine Howard. Follow in his
footsteps and see the havoc he wrought on the
monasteries and hospitals. 2.15pm from The Yorkshire
Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
8th
April
2010 |
Compagnia d'Istrumenti present A Venetian
Carnival.
Ailsa Reid recorders Daniel Edgar, Nia Lewis
violins Tim Smedley cello Peter
Seymour harpsichord, organ. Join us for an
evening of Italian Baroque including works by
Vivaldi, Marini, Fontana and others. 7.30 pm |
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
8th
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Edwina Hayes
This very special local singer and songwriter is a
real treasure. This winter she supports Nanci
Griffith on her UK tour. Nanci says: “a wonderful
young woman so gifted and full of song, with a voice
as sweet as the angels” and we can only agree
wholeheartedly. |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
8th
April
2010 |
Gallery Talk – Director's Choice
Join the Museum's Director, Adrian Jenkins, for this
gallery talk to complement the current exhibition
Goya's Prison: the Year of Despair. Free with
normal admission. 2.30 pm |
The Bowes Museum |
9th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - How the
Minster was Built. A fascinating tour around
this great church to see how it was built by the
mediaeval master masons, with a glimpse of the
modern stoneyard. 10.30 am from The Yorkshire Museum
Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
9th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York not normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - Guildhalls & Secret Passages. Visit
parts of York not open to the public including some
of York's fine Guildhalls, the Roman East Angle
Turret and a hidden Crypt. 2.15 pm from The
Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
9th
April
2010 |
Lunchtime lecture - Girl Guiding through the years:
The fascinating story of Girl Guiding over the last
100 years. 12.00 noon |
Ormesby Hall |
9th
April
2010 |
Vacation Chamber Orchestra - Enjoy an evening of
entertainment with the Vacation Chamber Orchestra,
including works by Vivaldi, performed by members of
the UK’s top conservatoires and universities. |
The Bowes Museum |
9/10th April
2010 |
York
International Postcard Expo 2010 - Probably the
largest specialist annual postcard collectors fair
in Britain, now in its twenty-first year. Over 110
dealers regularly attend, coming from all over
Britain & abroad (France, Germany, Canada, Cyprus
and Belgium last year), and attracting about
1000-1500 collectors over the two days, again from
all over the UK and overseas. Almost all the dealers
- sell and buy - pre-1930 cards, and two or three
specialise in modern cards. Friday 11.00 am - 7.00
pm; Saturday - 10.00 am - 5.00 pm. Telephone 01347
822722 or 01268 743222 for details |
York Racecourse
Main Stands |
9-11th April
2010 |
Revolving Gallery launch their Spring Collection –
fresh, contemporary and affordable art.
On Friday 9th April, Revolving Gallery will spring
into action once more for their second contemporary
art event. This will take place at Gray's Court,
located just behind the Minister – in one of the
most historic picturesque corners of York.
Continuing their promise to provide York with a
fresh selection of professional art, Revolving
Gallery will be showcasing an international
collection of work including Nikola Orpen (France),
Eva Bauer (Germany) and Jacob de Graaf
(Netherlands). These artists, alongside Andrew
Crane, Natalie Bell and Nathan Chenery, vary in
style, subject and composition, offering something
for everyone's taste and budget.
With one of Revolving Gallery's aims to have the
artwork explained, understood and appreciated, the
artists will once again by on hand to discuss their
inspirations and motivations behind their different
pieces. This will take place on the 'preview' night,
Friday 9th April, from 7.30- 9.30 pm, with the
exhibition continuing over the weekend finishing on
Sunday 11th April. Admission is free.
Revolving Gallery, an 'event-based' gallery show
original works of the highest standard in a range of
unique venues throughout the year. Building a
reputation for selecting artwork of high quality,
which is well made and holds its place as an
investment, they are excited to present their Spring
Collection and would like to invite all art lovers,
collectors and art enthusiasts to come along and
appreciate contemporary art in one of York's best
kept secret venues. |
Gray's Court
Revolving Gallery |
10th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Choccy and Sweetie Tour. A delicious tour - hear
the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit choccy
and sweetie shops and taste free samples! 10.30 am
and 2.00 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
10th
April
2010 |
GUERRILLA PILGRIMS - An Entertainment to launch
the CD Album 'Guerrilla Pilgrims'.
This entertainment is in three parts -
- first Tom Lennard telling the tale and singing
songs about the early days of ironstone mining in
the area and other folk songs of local interest
written by Tony Morris
- then a recital on the Church organ given by
Nicholas Frye
- finally Tony Morris playing Amerynd Flutes
occasionally accompanied by Nicholas Frye on violin.
“Guerrilla Pilgrims” is a collection of
improvised pieces played by Tony Morris on Amerynd
Flutes accompanied by Nicholas Frye on violin.
Culturally, the music is not Native American. Each
piece was recorded in one of the churches of, or
close to, the Esk Valley in North Yorkshire. They
have splendid acoustic properties and the area is
rich in ancient spiritual connections pre-dating
Christianity.
The plan of action followed was to sneak in record a
couple of pieces and sneak out, hence the title of
the Album, “Guerrilla Pilgrims”. Each
recording was an act of spirituality for Tony
Morris, transcending any categorised religious
belief, and also for Nicholas Frye, a committed
Christian. You will have to visit the churches of
the Esk Valley and guess where each piece was
recorded.
These flutes are traditionally improvisational
instruments played to reflect the moods of the
player and the places in which they are played so
each track on the CD is unique to the recording and
will not be repeated. The Audience at the CD launch
Entertainment in St Matthews Church, Grosmont will
hear improvisations on the Amerynd Flute that are
unique to the occasion. The same has to be said
about those pieces accompanied by violin, as the
violinist has no idea what will be played on each
flute. During the Flute section of the Programme
Tony Morris will tell a story associated with each
flute, each flute having its own voice. 7.30 pm |
St. Matthew's Church
Grosmont
GUERRILLA PILGRIMS |
10th
April
2010 |
The
Destroyers - Fifteen piece 'anarchic gypsy-punk
orchestra', The Destroyers, have stormed the
festival circuit from Glastonbury to Bestival.
Close-up and dangerous, their dazzling playing,
blazing passion for performance and eclectic musical
influences create a swirling spectacle of sonic
brilliance. Sublimely talented and frighteningly
creative, the band expend enough energy to light up
a small town, leaving audiences ecstatic and
speechless. Fronted by a poet with a command of the
English language that will leave you exhausted and
smiling, their uniquely innovative Eastern European
flavoured tunesmithery is guaranteed to whip any
audience into a frenzy! 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
10th
April
2010 |
Fascinating Aida - Britain’s top female comedy trio
is 25 years old. Well, actually, they’re older than
that (Dillie Keane formed FA in 1983), but the girls
have decided their Silver Jubilee can be celebrated
for a few more years at least. The satirical cabaret
act has ventured across five continents, had six
West End runs, produced six albums and had five
nominations for prestigious gongs - including three
Oliviers and one Perrier comedy award.
Dillie, Adele and Liza look forward to entertaining
you with some new songs. Thrill to the beauty of the
harmonies, marvel at the intricate rhymes and revel
in their wicked humour! Others have described them
as like Absolutely Fabulous sung by the Andrews
Sisters. Imagine Sex & the City with harmonies and
you might be getting the picture!
"The glamour is magnetic, the satire razor-sharp,
the lyrics brilliant!" The Guardian |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
10/11th April
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
The Russians are Coming - Watch experienced
re-enactors and learn more about the role of the
Russian military in the early 20th Century. |
Murton Park |
10/11th April
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
10/11th April
2010 |
Meccano Exhibition - Exhibition of Meccano in the
Collections Study Room of the Regional Resource
Centre. |
Beamish Museum
nr Chester-le-Street |
11th
April
2010 |
Thunder Day! The first of three opportunities to see
the Museum’s large jets under power! |
Yorkshire Air Museum |
11th
April
2010 |
Harrogate International Sunday Series present
Garrick Ohlsson, piano playing Chopin -
Three Noctures Op.9; Sonata No.2 in B flat
minor Op.35; Mazurkas Op.30 No.4;
Scherzo No.2 in B flat minor Op.31; Two
Polonaises Op.40; Mazurkas Op.7 Nos 1, 2 & 3
and Waltz in A flat Op.42
Since his triumph as winner of the 1970 Chopin
International Piano Competition, pianist Garrick
Ohlsson has established himself worldwide as a
musician of magisterial interpretive and technical
prowess. 2010 is the bicentenary of Chopin’s birth,
and in celebration Ohlsson will be performing an
all-Chopin recital, featuring some of his best-known
works alongside some rarer treats. The Second
Sonata is known for the famous ‘Funeral March’
of the second movement, but we also see a lighter
side to Chopin in the beautifully rich Waltz.
The programme concludes with the virtuosic and
passionate Scherzo, completing a fitting
tribute to a Romantic genius. 11.00 am |
The Old Swan Hotel
Harrogate
Harrogate International Sunday Series |
11th
April
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - "Behind The
Scenes" Guided Tours - Enjoy a full tour of the
Railway by steam and diesel train in the company of
our knowledgeable guide, plus visits to the
locomotive and carriage workshops, behind the scenes
visits to stations, and a rare chance to see what
goes on behind all those closed doors and visit
areas normally out of bounds to the public.
A packed lunch is included in the price of the tour.
Tours commence 11.00 am at Haworth Station and
generally finish around 4.00 pm. Pre-booking
Essential |
KWVR |
11th
April
2010 |
Manny
Vass - A Grand Night Out
Manny, who is currently studying at the Royal
Northern College of Music in Manchester, makes a
welcome return to Pocklington after being invited to
play at prestigious venues such as Castle Howard in
the north and as far south as Kensington Palace
Gardens! The award-winning local pianist plays a
mixture of classical, boogie woogie, jazz and
popular music and will be supported by young
musicians from the area. Don't miss a special
evening of fresh, young musical talent. |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
12th
April
2010 |
Yorkshire Philosophical Society Lecture Programme
2009-10
Florence Nightingale's interest in statistics:
two examples - A lecture by Alison McFarlane,
City University, London, and John Bibby, York
For further details phone 01904 656713 |
7.30
pm
The Hospitium
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Yorkshire
Philosophical Society |
12-14th April
2010 |
Go
Potty - Bring a pot, a cup or even a welly and
plant vegetable seeds using Beningbrough peat free
compost, then take it away to grow! 1.00 - 3.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
12-16th April
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - Frequent Heritage
Diesel Train service. |
KWVR |
13-18th April
2010 |
Behind Closed Doors - A chance to see and learn
about some of the more unusual items not normally on
display at Sledmere House. |
Sledmere
House |
14th
April
2010 |
Go
Potty Week - Gardens Question Time
As part of the Go Potty week, meet the gardener and
ask your most burning plant questions! 1.00 - 3.00
pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
14th
April
2010 |
The
Museum Gardens in Spring - A guided tour of the
museum gardens with the Garden Manager to look at
the spring time horticultural highlights. 2.00 pm –
3.00 pm |
The
Yorkshire Museum
York Museums
Trust Events
opens pdf file |
14th
April
2010 |
The
Beck Isle Museum - 27 rooms and separate displays
covering many aspects of local, social and family
history, militaria.
Children's Living History Day – Dress up in
Victorian period costume, play parlour games and do
the washing Victorian Farm style. |
Beck Isle Museum |
14th
April
2010 |
Beverley Races - The Spring into Racing Meeting |
Beverley Races |
14th
April
2010 |
Deer
Park Walk - A family walk to 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 Garden |
14th
April
2010 |
Red
Kite Walk - Illustrated talk by Doug Simpson,
Project Officer for the Harewood Red Kite Release
Programme, followed by a short walk in the grounds
to see these fantastic birds in action.
Please bring binoculars if you have them and wear
appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear. If
arriving more than 1 hour before the start of the
event a discounted grounds admission will be
payable.
Child tickets are free but must be pre-booked so we
have an idea of numbers. 2.00 - 4.30 pm |
Harewood
House |
15th
April
2010 |
York
Art Gallery Curator's lunchtime talks - an
introduction to our exhibition in the main gallery
(TBC). 12.30 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
opens pdf file |
15th
April
2010 |
Fairfax House events - Exploring Lord Fairfax's
Cellar
The second of three wine tasting sessions - over
three separate sessions, expert sommelier, Richard
Goodacre, will take a delicious look at the
extensive wine cellars held by Lord Fairfax. Using
archival evidence and modern day equivalents, each
wine tasting session will explore three fascinating
topics: Fortified Wines, Wines for a Georgian
Cellar, and Champagne & the English Gentleman. A
must for all with an appreciation of wine - tonight
Georgian Wines.
Pre-booking Essential 7.00 pm |
Fairfax House |
15th
April
2010 |
York
RSPB talk - John Gardener. "Wings Over Wales".
7.30 pm |
Temple Hall
University of
York St John
York RSPB |
15th
April
2010 |
Wine
Tasting in The Loft - Spain & Portugal
We team up with The Wine Academy and run tutored
wine tastings along with one course supper and
coffee. Wine Academy staff or a guest speaker will
conduct the relaxed informal tasting and our chefs
will choose a dish to compliment the theme of the
evening. 7.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
15th
April
2010 |
Ripon
Races - Ripon "Cock o' the North" Handicap
|
Ripon Races |
15th
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Singers & Musicians
Night - All acoustic performers are made welcome,
and listeners besides, at our popular Open House
session. The more the merrier, so do come along |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
15th
April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Thorganby Village Hall
Main Street
Thorganby
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
15-18th April
2010 |
Beamish Power from the Past – From horse power to
steam power and everything in between ! Horse drawn
vehicles, bicycles, motorcycles, stationary engines,
steam rollers, tractors, railway locomotives,
traction engines and a host of fascinating machinery
on display and in action.
Beamish is a world famous open air museum. We tell
the story of the people of North East England at two
important points of their history - 1825 and 1913 . |
Beamish Museum
nr Chester-le-Street |
16th
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Breabach
Breabach are one of the most inventive and diverse
young bands to have sprung from the Scottish folk
scene in recent years. Their huge sound is dominated
by the twin bagpipes of Calum MacCrimmon and Donal
Brown. This uncompromising force is complemented by
the extraordinary fiddle playing of Patsy Reid and
is further supported by the charismatic yet
propulsive guitar of Ewan Robertson, named BBC
Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year in
2008.
Patsy and Ewan both add vocals to the mix, while
Donal also step-dances. From foot-stomping reels to
their heart-warming delivery of songs, Breabach
combine enviable musicianship with a delightful
ability to connect with their audience, qualities
which are steadily gaining them an international
reputation.
Support from a very fine expatriate Scottish singer
and songwriter, WENDY ARROWSMITH |
7.00
pm
National Centre
for Early Music
B.S.F.C. |
16th
April
2010 |
York
Astronomical Society - Modern Alchemy - Exploding
Stars in the Lab! by Dr Alison Laird, University
of York.
All are welcome. 8.00 pm |
The Denham Room
Priory Street Centre
York Astronomical Society |
16th
April
2010 |
Open
Drawers at Ormesby - Ever wondered what, if
anything, is in those drawers? Come and find out!
Pre-Booking Essential. 1.00 pm |
Ormesby Hall |
16th
April
2010 |
Mari
Wilson in Concert |
7.00
pm
Frazer Theatre
Knaresborough
Kula Events |
16th
April
2010 |
Larry
Garner and The Norman Beaker Band - WC Handy Award
winner Larry Garner is without doubt one of the top
modern day blues performers. Hailing from Baton
Rouge, Louisiana, his expressive voice and stunning
guitar style were influenced by the area's popular
swamp blues, inspired by artistes such as Silas
Hogan and Clarence Edwards. Larry is reunited with
The Norman Beaker Band, who previously played
alongside Chris Farlowe in Selby, and have been at
the forefront of the UK blues scene for over three
decades working with a who's who of blues stars
including, BB King, Buddy Guy, Alexis Korner, Van
Morrison, Chuck Berry and many more. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
16th
April
2010 |
The
Blockheads - There’s no doubting that the most
lovable, eccentric, cocky, funny, schoolboy-rude and
artful characters from the punk generation are The
Blockheads. With hits such as Hit Me With Your
Rhythm Stick and Sex & Drugs & Rock N Roll,
they continue to be one of the greatest live bands
that the UK has ever produced.
The line up features: Chaz Jankel (who wrote the
music to accompany Ian Dury’s lyrics), Mick
Gallagher, John Turnbull, Norman Watt-Roy, Dylan
Howe, sax legend Gilad Atzmon and Derek The Draw -
the bands mysterious frontman since 2002 (who now
leads from the front…as if anyone can ‘lead’ The
Blockheads!). After their barnstorming performance
at Glastonbury in 2008 they launched a new album
Staring Down the Barrel which attracted great
reviews.
“Dury would be proud." Mojo
"The trademark funk/rock/music hall/ska fusion of
old mucker Derek The Draw has...got the great man
[Ian Dury]'s knack for vivid social commentary
nailed too." Big Cheese
"It sounds like a vintage Blockheads album..."
Record Collector |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
16th
April
2010 |
'IN
THE DOCK' NIGHTS - four or five shows a year in the
Old Courthouse, Thirsk. An informal, intimate, up
close night of music from top artists from around
the world in a cafe style with a licenced bar
serving real ale and great wines.
King Croesote - Fife's finest, King Creosote, aka
Kenny Anderson, is a man of many hats. Previously
lead singer with the Skuobhie Dubh Orchestra, and
head honcho of the Fence collective, he has created
a unique and very Scottish alt folk scene helping
the likes of James Yorkston and KT Tunstall along
the way. His album 'Bombshell' was released
to critical and commercial success and helped earn
him an appearance on 'Later with Jools Holland'.
His distinct, heartfelt songs manage to achieve the
sense of being new whilst still feeling achingly
familiar, leading one critic to call his lyrics. His
new album "Flick The Vs" was released in
April this year on the Domino label. 7.30 pm
SOLD OUT |
Old Courthouse
Thirsk
'IN THE DOCK' |
16/17th April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
York Theatre Royal
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
16/17th April
2010 |
Thirsk Races |
Thirsk
Races |
16-18th April
2010 |
The
9th York Open Studios - when many of York’s best
creative practitioners opened their doors and
invited the public to enter their working world.
The details of all the artists taking part this year
can be found on the Artists and Makers page. You are
welcome to contact them individually if you wish. |
Various Venues
around York
York
Open Studios |
17th
April
2010 |
Figuring it out! - A day of practical drawing
and painting with reference to portraying the human
figure and setting including: Composition,
perspectives, tonal effects and structural
essentials. Suitable for all abilities. Led by OCA
Tutor Stephen Court. 10.00 am – 4.00 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
opens pdf file |
17th
April
2010 |
Jacqui Dankworth - Jacqui Dankworth returns with her
stellar quartet celebrating the release of her third
solo album 'Back To You' - a stunning
collection of originals she has either written or
co-written, and selections from her favourite
songwriters including James Taylor, Sting and Randy
Newman.
Jacqui, the daughter of Dame Cleo Laine and Sir John
Dankworth, is already established as one the
country's leading jazz vocalists. Jacqui's live
performances showcase her unique versatility and
effortless mastery of a wide spectrum of genres,
drawing on folk, soul and blues, as well as her
acute sensibility as a songwriter and lyricist.
'Imaginative, moving and adventurous with
material and technique, Dankworth has developed into
one of the classiest acts in British jazz singing'
The Guardian |
7.30 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
17th
April
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - "The Worth
Valley That Never Was" Guided Tour - A tour in
the company of our expert guide and historian which
explores some of the area's remarkable railway
schemes which sadly never came to fruition,
including the route of the Ponden and Spring Head
Mill branch - the route of the North West Central
Railway - the route of the Great Northern Railway's
Preston & Fylde route - learn about the Great
Haworth Zig Zag Railway - walk the route of the
Springhead Mill branch to view what would have been
the KWVR terminus had line followed the Worth Valley
proper. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone
interested in social, industrial and railway
history. It involves a fair amount of walking but
also takes in both rail and private bus travel.
This very special tour give a unique insight into
aspects of the Railway's history and that of the
local area. Our expert guide brings the past back to
life and takes you to places you may only have read
about. These Special Interest tours will involve
tackling uneven terrain and the negotiation of steps
and other obstacles. It is therefore essential that
participants are reasonably fit and wear appropriate
clothing and footwear. Although no packed lunch is
provided on these tours, a refreshment stop will be
made at a local hostelry. Tours commence 10.30 am at
Haworth Station and generally finish around 4.00 pm.
Pre-booking Essential |
KWVR |
17th
April
2010 |
Woodland Wander - A gentle walk discovering the
delights of springtime trees and woodland on the
estate. 2.00 pm meet at The Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
17th
April
2010 |
Doncaster Races - The Doncaster Spring Mile and Miss
South Yorkshire Final |
Doncaster Races |
17th
April
2010
2009 |
Sowerby Music Autumn Season - Graham Barber
Organist, pianist & lecturer. 7.30 pm |
St.
Oswald's Church
Sowerby, Thirsk
Sowerby Music |
17/18th April
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
18th
April
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Textile Day - Meet the York and District Guild of
Weavers, Spinners and Dyers in a day of hands-on
demonstrations and skills sharing. Enjoy a sale of
equipment, fibres and books. Formed in 1960, the
Guild is proudly celebrating its Golden Anniversary
this year. |
Murton Park |
18th
April
2010 |
World
Heritage Site Tour - Take a tour to find out what
makes Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal a World
Heritage Site. 10.30 am meet at The Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
18th
April
2010 |
CLASSICAL RECITAL PROGRAMME - This season, for the
first time ever, Selby Town Hall plays host to a
series of Sunday afternoon classical recitals,
introducing a different art form to the venue at an
affordable price in an informal environment.
Today - NETNAKISUM - Sensational and sassy all
female Austrian string quartet mixing the
contemporary and the traditional with great costumes
and astounding musicianship. The girls are flying
over from Austria just for this performance! 3.00 pm |
Selby
Town Hall |
18th
April
2010 |
World
Heritage Day - A celebration of World Heritage Day.
We’ve got an exciting programme of music and dance
representing World Heritage Sites across the globe
lined up, and a selection of tasty world foods to
sample on the menu in the restaurant.
Join in with the tai chi classes, have a go at
Indian dancing, and listen to the amazing African
music on the Abbey green. 11.00 am - 4.00 pm |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
19th
April
2010 |
Associated with the current exhibition - The
Enchanting World of Beatrix Potter a talk
'Beatrix Potter - Life Before the Books'
Join Angela Holdsworth of the Beatrix Potter Society
who will be talking about Beatrix Potter's life,
before the books, and her legacy to the National
Trust. 10.30 am Booking Essential |
Nunnington Hall |
19th
April -
2nd May
2010 |
York
Art Gallery Special Exhibitions - Mesolithic
Interventions
Eleven thousand years ago, at the end of the last
Ice Age, our prehistoric ancestors started to settle
in Britain again, spending their lives hunting,
gathering and fishing.
The period lasting for the next 5,000 years is known
as the "Mesolithic" and has inspired four artists to
create a new installation at York Art Gallery’s
studio.
Their installation uses photography, video, sound
and interactive digital technology to explore the
era.
The four artists travelled to an area called Star
Carr, near Scarborough, which was the site of a
human settlement in the Mesolithic period, as part
of their work. They also examined objects dating
back to the period from the Yorkshire Museum and
consulted experts from the University of York.
Mesolithic Interventions is made up of their
responses to this research and asks: “What can we
learn from the people who lived at Star Carr during
the Mesolithic and how can we apply this to our
lives today?”
The artists are: Mark Hildred (interactive digital
technology); Kippa Matthews (photography); Damian
Murphy (sound and music) and John Oxley (video). |
York Art Gallery |
20th
April
2010 |
Eboracum: The Roman Legacy on the City
Much of Roman York remains where it was built, often
hidden below present day shops and streets, or
re-used as part of the many churches or indeed the
medieval defences of the city. Roman York left a
footprint that heavily influenced how the later
settlements grew and ultimately how York looks
today. This fascinating guided tour takes the modern
day route around what was the fortress of the ninth
and later the sixth Legions as well as the civilian
town, or Colonia, of Eboracum. 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm |
The
Yorkshire Museum
York Museums
Trust Events
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20th
April
2010 |
York
St John University Town & Gown Lecture Series - The
Town & Gown Public Lecture series brings together
York St John University's eminent academics, high
profile speakers and our community together for a
series of lectures to be enjoyed by all. The series
aims to welcome the community onto our campus to
learn about a range of interesting and stimulating
themes.
Margaret Sentamu, Diversity and Recruitment
specialist - “Diversity Practice: Rhetoric or
Reality?”
The lecture will take place at 6.30pm in Fountains
Lecture Theatre, located just off Lord Mayor's Walk
at York St John University. Refreshments will be
available prior to and following the lecture, we
would be pleased if you can join us.
The Town & Gown Public Lecture series is free of
charge and open to all, to request a ticket please
contact the Events Team at York St John University
on T: 01904 876503 or E: town&gown@yorksj.ac.uk
|
York St John University
Town & Gown Lecture Series |
20th
April
2010 |
St
Mary's Church Tour - A free tour of the richly
decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by
William Burges. 11.00 am meet at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
21st
April
2010 |
Royal
Salutes 2010 - today - the Queen's Birthday
The Museum Gardens host several formal Royal Salute
ceremonies a year, organised and attended by
soldiers from York Garrison. They culminate in
cannon fire at noon.
The Gardens are closed during the mornings prior to
the Royal Salutes for security reasons. |
Yorkshire Museum |
21st
April
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
21st
April
2010 |
Acoustic Night in The Loft - Set in the eves of an
historic 17th century building we welcome some
members of the York Songwriters Circle will present
an evening of music and entertainment. 8.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
21st
April
2010 |
House
Concerts present - John Smith & Nomad Jones
John Smith: "One man, a guitar and an incredible
voice...mesmerising" - bbc.co.uk "He
possesses a common name but a rare talent" - The
Independent "The playing style he adopts may
cause your jaw to hit the floor…he has all the flair
for the gathering storm that made Jeff Buckley so
attractive...one hesitates to mention Nick Drake but
well, one already has done.” – Word Magazine "His
performance was an object lesson in how taste and
imagination always outweigh mere musical
virtuosity...unexpected and daring" - The Sunday
Times. SOLD OUT |
House
Concerts |
21st
April
2010 |
Tour
the English Heritage Archaeology Store at Helmsley -
Free guided tours lead by English Heritage Curators
- View the archaeology collection from English
Heritage properties.
- Find out amazing stories behind the collection.
- Chances to handle original objects.
Tours at 11.00 am, 1.00 pm & 3.00 pm. Pre-booking
essential call Helmsley TIC 01439 770173 |
Helmsley Archaeology Store |
21st
April
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races |
Catterick
Racecourse |
22nd
April
2010 |
Curators' Talks - 100 Years of Gifts - An
introduction to our main gallery exhibition, which
celebrates the centenary of the Contemporary Art
Society. Free, no need to book. 12.30 pm |
York Art
Gallery |
22nd
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Bruce Molsky
Last seen in York in thrilling concert with Andy
Irvine and Donal Lunny’s Mozaik, Bruce is one of
America’s top folk musicians, playing fiddle, guitar
or banjo and singing too. He is closely identified
with Old-Time Appalachian music, but takes on board
influences from Delta blues to the haunting modal
strains of Irish music to the rhythmically nimble
sounds of Eastern Europe. |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
22nd
April
2010 |
Beverley Races |
Beverley Races |
22nd
April
2010 |
Never Mind The Buzzards Here’s the Really Wild Life
with Chris Packham - 50 things you didn’t know about
wildlife, were too afraid to ask and probably wished
you’d never learned! Why do Glow-worms glow, why
were dinosaurs so big? Could you guess that the
oldest living things are still thriving just around
the corner?
This lively, informative and entertaining
illustrated talk is a romp through some of the most
peculiar, amazing, disgusting or confounding aspects
of the world’s wildlife. Using his own superb
photographs, the charismatic Chris Packham relates
his encounters with weird and wonderful creatures
and with tales of their strange lives, to young and
old alike. Chris has worked extensively on TV and he
is now a presenter on BBC’s hugely popular series
Springwatch and Autumnwatch, The
Really Wild Show to name but a few! |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
22-25th April
2010 |
2010
Harrogate Spring Flower Show - The Harrogate Spring
Flower Show is regarded by many as the start of the
UK's gardening show season. Flower Halls 1 & 2 are
home to over 100 of the country's leading
horticultural nurseries, all exhibiting and
competing for The Premier Award and NEHS Trophy for
Best-in-Show. All the nurserymen are experts in
their field and are happy to offer specialist
advice.
A huge range of gardening accessories on sale:
summerhouses, statues, a ceramic pot, gardening
tools...we've got the lot! Much of the Showground is
hard-surfaced and over 70% of the Show is under
cover, either in fully ramped and floored marquees
or in the two permanent exhibition halls. A grand
day out…whatever the weather |
9.30 am -
5.30 pm
The Great Yorkshire Showground,
Harrogate
Flower Show |
23rd
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Literary Tour of York. To coincide with
Shakespeare's birthday on St George's Day.
A fascinating look at authors and books inspired by
York from Anglo Saxon Alcuin to the Brontes, Dickens
and Robinson Crusoe; and, from more modern times, WH
Auden and Kate Atkinson. Includes a visit to WH
Auden's birthplace. 10.30 am and 2.00 pm from The
Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
23rd
April
2010 |
Castle Howard - Photography Course with Chris
Ceasar.
A one day photography course for beginners, with
experienced Photographer, Chris Ceasar. Learn some
great photography tips, in a stunning location, with
a professional Photographer.
The day starts at 10.30 am and finishes
approximately at 5.30 pm. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
23rd
April
2010 |
St.
George's Day Special Evening Concert |
Saint
Andrews
Old Church
East Heslerden
nr Malton
Festival on the Moor |
23rd
April
2010 |
Mari
Wilson in Concert |
7.00
pm
Frazer Theatre
Knaresborough
Kula Events |
23-25th April
2010 |
Mountain Bike World Cup - The Mountain Bike
Cross-Country World Cup is in Yorkshire for the
first time. The race will be at Dalby Forest from
Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th April 2010. Mountain bike
riders from 24 countries will be taking part.
Sitting within an area that covers under one square
mile, the Dalby World Cup course is a spectators
dream offering a number of different vantage points
without ever being far from the action and
attractions of the event village. Join us as we take
a trip around the opening lap of each race...
Starting in the World Cup Village the riders will
first, and for one lap only, take on a starting loop
comprising predominantly of fire roads, enabling a
natural selection to take place before they once
again pass close to the village, join the main
course towards the end of the normal lap and plunge
into the first of the main spectator hubs on the
course...
Dixons Hollow - A familiar feature to anyone who has
visited the forest before, Dixons Hollow is a man
made mountain bike playground where twists and
turns, bumps and berms beg the rider to push speed
and control to the limits. As its name suggests,
Dixons Hollow is a natural amphitheatre for
spectators and its proximity to the main event
village means it's sure to be a popular vantage
point over the weekend.
From here the course narrows as the first descent of
the lap gives the riders a taste of what to expect
on the rest of the course, but before they've had
chance to recover they're already climbing again
into the event field and toward the start/finish
line.
Here riders will skirt the edge of the event village
before dropping away into the Adderstone Loop via
the descent of Adderstone Rigg. This element of the
course drops down from the event village and then
traces the line of the fire road that eventually
leads to the base of Medusa's Drop. No such direct
route for the riders however as they'll follow a
singletrack that rises and falls continuously before
climbing back to the event village where spectators
gain their third opportunity of each lap to see the
race pass in close proximity.
As they pass so close to the event village
competitors might be forgiven for thinking that
their ordeal is nearly at a close, however the
course dives away once again as a fast flowing
descent gives way to singletrack, following the
backbone of this course, before climbing up to be
faced with the choice of a dual descent with two
options; a fast, nervy, rocky descent or a more
forgiving but slower route to the next of the major
spectator hubs on the event....
Worry Gill - One of the crown jewels of this king of
courses, Worry Gill is a quiet, eerie and magical
place on most days of the year, a spiral of
singletrack descents and climbs that eventually suck
the rider down the drain pipe like valley of Worry
Gill itself. On the day of the event this is sure to
be transformed into a cacophony of noise as it
offers a natural and extended gallery from which
riders are in sight for a long time and there is
more than one opportunity to come a cropper before
they descend out of sight.
The long descent out of Worry Gill tempts riders to
push hard, appearing easy in places but with ample
opportunity to wipe out if tiredness or recklessness
outpace skill and judgement as the lap reaches its
most decisive phase. If you were to continue
straight on at the bottom of Worry Gill you'd
quickly arrive at the feed zone, however, whilst
spectators are welcome to take the direct route,
riders must tackle a lung busting, technical,
singletrack climb who's only reward is the fearsome
and technically demanding descent of Medusa's Drop.
Medusa's Drop - A precipitous zig-zag track that
hangs off the hillside that leads to the Scout Field
which is home to the Feed Zone on the course. Berms
on the higher corners of the descent tempt speed but
it's the bottom of the course that provides the big
dilemma and the point where the race could be won or
lost as each rider faces the choice of a direct but
treacherous route to the scout field or a more
flowing but longer way down. Get it right and it's
the difference between victory and defeat. Get it
wrong and the roles are reversed.
Subsequent sections of the course take the riders up
once again onto Jingleby Summit and around to
Peathead Rigg to the top of Worry Gill once more
where riders will again face more technical
descending and climbing before spectators lose sight
of them for the last time as the course climbs back,
ultimately passing the end of the start loop and
heading onto Dixons Hollow as it assumes its
position as the final challenge of the World Cup
lap. |
Dalby Forest
nr Pickering
Mountain Bike World Cup |
24th
April
2010 |
Castle Howard Art Course – Statues and Stained
Glass. Be inspired by the beautiful architecture and
landscapes of Castle Howard, with tutoring by the
Castle Howard Artist in Residence, Ronald Falck. The
course starts at 10.00 am. For more information or
to book please call 01262 401334. |
Castle Howard |
24th
April
2010 |
Eden
Camp - the unique Museum at Eden Camp will transport
you back in time to wartime Britain. You will
experience the sights, sounds, even the smells of
those dangerous years.
Reunion of Escapers & Evaders – Escape Lines
Memorial Society. Annual Re-union for members of
Allied aircrew who bailed out over enemy territory
and evaded capture to return to their own side, or
who escaped from enemy Prisoner of War camps to make
a Home Run back to Britain. Also civilians of the
occupied countries who helped them on their way –
members of the Resistance, Safe House Keepers etc. |
Eden Camp
Malton |
24th
April
2010 |
Meet the Laundrymaid - Living history in our
Victorian laundry. From possers to mangles, learn
all about the life of a laundrymaid and her duties!
First talk at 12noon |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
24th
April
2010 |
Fountains in Spring - A gentle walk introducing the
delights of springtime nature. 10.30 am meet at The
Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
24th
April
2010 |
Ripon
Races - totesport.com Handicap |
Ripon Races |
24th
April
2010 |
St
George's Day Tea Dance - Back by popular demand!
After last years fantastic Tea Dance was such a
great success, Harewood is hosting a family Tea
Dance to celebrate St George’s Day this year. Join
us for tea, cakes and dancing.
There'll be friendly dance enthusiasts on hand to
take the lead and plenty of tea, jam tarts, cakes
and butterfly buns for you to refuel between dances!
It will be a great day out and an opportunity to
take a stroll in Harewood's Gardens before the
event.
If arriving more than 1 hour before the start of the
event a discounted grounds admission will be
payable. Dances 2.00 - 3.00pm and 3.30 - 4.30pm |
Harewood
House |
24th
April
2010 |
Hardeep Singh Kohli: The Nearly Naked Chef -
Grab a seat and tuck in as celebrated broadcaster,
raconteur, writer and cook, Hardeep Singh Kohli,
combines comedy with inventive cuisine in a
wonderfully funny, laid back evening's
entertainment. Just think Ready Steady Cook,
but with great cooking and funny anecdotes, all
delivered in Hardeep's own unique, articulate and
utterly charming way.
Hardeep is a frequent guest on BBC 1's Question
Time and This Week, as well as a former
Newsnight Review presenter and One Show guest, and
the writer and presenter of BAFTA Award winning
documentary In Search of the Tartan Turban.
His love of food has been well documented in columns
for Observer Food Monthly, The Spectator and The
Times, and in his own book, Indian Takeaway, which
was nominated for an Independent Book Award. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
24th
April
2010 |
Kirkby Fleetham Folk Club has been set up to set up
to promote local and upcoming Folk/ Acoustic/Roots
artistes and to present bigger name guests to
promote folk and roots music in this part of North
Yorkshire.
Tonight - "The Legend that is......." Steve Tilston
plus Whipstaff |
Kirkby Fleetham Folk Club |
24/25th April
2010 |
St
George's Dragon Family Fun Trail - Calling all
dragon hunters! St George needs your help to find
all the mini dastardly dragons before they distress
the damsels. Your dragon hunting skills will be
rewarded with a fun sticker. l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Cliffords Tower
York |
24/25th April
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
24/25th April
2010 |
St
George's Medieval Courtly Combat - Thrill to the
clash of steel as knights from The Plantagenet's'
perform a medieval 'Tournament of Foote'. Enjoy this
living history spectacular and marvel at the weapons
and martial skills on display. There's also chance
to try your hand at the noble art of archery (small
extra charge applies). 11.30 am – 5.00 pm |
Richmond Castle |
25th
April
2010 |
Yorkwalk Guided Coach Tours - Coach trip to
Chillingham and Edlingham Castles. Visit these
romantic Northumberland castles. Pick-up point close
to The Heathers. Pre-booking Essential. |
Yorkwalk |
25th
April
2010 |
Castle Howard - Artsmix Contemporary Art Market. In
the Stable Courtyard, from 10am until 4pm with free
entry |
Castle Howard |
25th
April
2010 |
Guided Walk - Monuments & Masons with David Poole. A
look at the variety of tombstones and their makers.
2.00 pm start from the Gatehouse |
York Cemetery |
25th
April
2010 |
Fairfax House events - The English Walled Kitchen
Garden
A fascinating event for all gardeners, Peter Thoday,
presenter of the superb BBC series ‘The Victorian
Garden’, a former University of Bath lecturer
and Horticultural Director of The Eden Project, will
be making a special appearance at Middlethorpe Hall
to enlighten us on the history of the English
Kitchen Garden. This will be followed by a tour with
Peter and the Middlethorpe head gardener of the
magnificent walled garden, with particular emphasis
on their new restoration project.
Pre-booking Essential 2.00 pm |
Middlethorpe Hall
Fairfax House |
25th
April
2010 |
Wetherby Races |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
25th
April
2010 |
St
George’s Day Celebration 'Bring on the English'
- Singaround - Rose of England Concert -
Refreshments - Dance Teams - Musicians Session
Guests so far announced include: Steve Dawes & Helen
Pitt, Rebekah Findlay, Richard Grainger,Blue Sun,
Ethan Thomas, Whipstaff, Christine Williamson, Blind
Panic and many more... 10.00 am - 4.00 pm |
Danby Village Hall
Festival on the Moor |
26th
April
2010 |
Yorkshire Philosophical Society Lecture Programme
2009-10
Obesity: stopping the ticking time bomb - The
British Science Association Lecture by Professor
Steve Atkin, Hull-York Medical School
For further details phone 01904 656713 |
7.30
pm
The Hospitium
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Yorkshire
Philosophical Society |
27th
April
2010 |
Castle Howard Lecture by Curator - George Howard,
7th Earl of Carlisle.
Depicted throughout his lifetime in paintings,
sculpture, cartoons, engravings and photographs the
7th Earl was a popular public figure in England and
Ireland from the 1830s to the 1860s. And yet there
were so many representations of him that he came to
be confused with other people; just what he looked
like became a mystery.
This illustrated talk will chart his life and career
and ask ‘just who was the 7th Earl of Carlisle?’
Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
27th
April
2010 |
Upstairs Downstairs Tour - see parts of the house
not normally seen by visitors. Visit the impressive
cellars and near derelict servants' quarters. Learn
how the family and their servants lived and worked
at Nostell. Very popular tour which includes
negotiation of very steep stairs. 2.00 pm Booking
Essential. |
Nostell Priory |
28th
April
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
28th
April
2010 |
All Spit and No Polish - Ever wondered how we
care for objects in the collection at Treasurer's
House and other National Trust properties? Our House
Steward will strip away some of the myths about
polishes and potions thought to be needed to care
for antiques - you can pick up some tips to use on
your own antiques at home, it's quite simple really,
less is more. This hour long session will be
followed by freshly brewed Yorkshire tea and
homemade scones, homemade preserves and cream in the
historic tearoom. 2.30 pm Pre-booking Essential |
Treasurer's House |
28th
April
2010 |
The
Ebor Lecture Series - The Ebor Lectures are a
response to the growing need for theology to
interact with public issues of contemporary society.
Public theology is about engaging in dialogue with a
range of communities on issues wider than narrowly
defined religious matters. This series of lectures
aims to promote public conversation and to
contribute to the formation of personal decisions
and collective policy-making in economic, political
and social spheres. It is also an ecumenical project
that seeks to exchange insights between academia and
religious traditions and to build bridges between
church and other religious groups. The lectures
relate faith to public concerns including politics,
economics, contemporary culture, religion and
spirituality, society and globalisation, local and
global Christianity.
Theme for 2009-10 lectures: Business as Usual? The
Global Economy Crisis and the Future of Capitalism -
The recent economic crisis has affected millions
of lives and has been met by unprecedented measures
by governments and international economic
organisations across the world. It has also raised
calls for reform of the current capitalist market
systems, especially from religious and moral
considerations. The Ebor lectures for 2009-10
examine the root causes of the economic crisis,
analyse its local and global implications, evaluate
the current theory and practice of the capitalist
market, and suggest directions for the future of
capitalism.
Tonights lecture - Crisis or Opportunity? Doing
Public Theology after the Crunch by Prof. Elaine
Graham - Samuel Ferguson Professor of Social and
Pastoral Theology, University of Manchester.
Elaine L Graham is the Grosvenor Research Professor
at the University of Chester and was until October
2009 the Samuel Ferguson Professor of Social and
Pastoral Theology at the University of Manchester.
She holds a BSc (Hons) in Sociology and Economic
History (1980), from the University of Bristol, an
MA in Social and Pastoral Theology from the
University of Manchester (1988) and a PhD entitled "The
Implications of Theories of Gender for Christian
Pastoral Practice and Theological Formulation"
(1993), also from Manchester.
After working as the Northern Regional Secretary of
the Student Christian Movement (1981-84) and four
years as ecumenical lay chaplain at Sheffield City
Polytechnic (now Sheffield Hallam University),
Professor Graham joined the University of Manchester
in 1988 as a Lecturer in Social and Pastoral
Theology. She was appointed to the position of
Samuel Ferguson Professor of Social and Pastoral
Theology in June 1988. She later held the position
of Head of the School of Religions and Theology &
Middle Eastern Studies from 2000-04.
A former President of the International Academy of
Practical Theology (2005-2007), she was also a
member of the churches' Commission on Urban Life and
Faith, which published the report Faithful
Cities: A call for celebration, vision and justice
(Methodist Publishing House, 2006). She is also an
honorary lay canon of Manchester Cathedral.
Tickets are free but must be booked in advance. If
you wish to book a ticket please use our
online booking form or E:eborlectures@yorksj.ac.uk
stating your name, address and the date you are
booking for and the number of tickets required. |
7.00 pm
York St John University
Ebor Lectures |
28th
April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Bridlington Spotlight Theatre
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
28th
April
2010 |
Elkie
Brooks – 50th Anniversary Tour
Quite simply one of the most successful and popular
singers the UK has ever produced, ELKIE BROOKS
launches her 2010 nationwide tour on Saturday 9th
January at Pocklington Arts Centre. Now celebrating
her 50th year in music, she is still proving to be
one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents
of our generation. With numerous hit singles,
million selling albums and awards, her annual tours
are treat for fans old and new. Performing some of
her classic hits, blues, jazz and perhaps a song or
two from her forthcoming album, an electric evening
with Elkie is guaranteed to leave you begging for
more.
Elkie is a stunning performer and whatever she does,
she does it best live. Don't miss the chance to see
a truly great artist in action.
“Still One Of The Great British Voices” The
Guardian |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
29th
April
2010 |
By
George! The Life and Times of George III
lunch-time talks - To commemorate the 250th
anniversary year of the ascendancy of King George
III, we will be hosting a series of talks exploring
various aspects of Georgian Britain throughout 2010.
Join David Bagnall, local expert on Eighteenth
Century studies and discover how George's reign
witnessed some of the greatest moments and people
that were to shape our nation and the wider world.
Today - Politics. George’s personal politics and
their relationship to the Whig ministry of Lord
Rockingham, the Earl of Bute and William Pitt the
Elder. 12.00 noon - 1.30 pm |
York
Castle Museum
York Museums
Trust Events
opens pdf file |
29th
April
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Skyhook
The music of Cath James, Martin Harwood and Eoin
Teather is characterised by breathtaking twin
fiddles combined with sublime guitar, bouzouki and
voice. Shifting seamlessly between driving dance
music and spine-tingling songs from Scotland,
Ireland and North America, this Sheffield threesome
plays with a joy and precision that is hard to
match. A very welcome York debut |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
29th
April
2010 |
Andrew Maxwell - Edinburgh Comedy Award and Time Out
Award nominee Andrew Maxwell is one of the most
talented stand-up comedians in the UK. A sell-out
hit in both the UK and Ireland, come and see the
star of Have I Got News For You, Argumental,
Celebrity Juice and Amnesty International’s
Secret Policeman’s Ball perform his first
national tour.
“One of the best comics around... A consummate
raconteur” Time Out
“Radiates charisma” Independent
“A brilliant show... commands the audience's
attention from start to finish” Observer
“Fiercely funny and utterly invigorating”
Times |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
30th
April
2010 |
Beginners Photography Workshop - One day beginners
photography workshop in the glorious surroundings
and interiors of Harewood House.
The course includes coffee on arrival, camera set
up, focus and composition technique tuition as we
work around the House & grounds.
After a sandwich lunch, we will look into more
creative photography using aperture priority in the
rose garden or on the terrace, followed by an
exclusive opportunity to photograph in the House
State Rooms.
Critiques regarding composition and technique will
be carried out throughout the day to help you learn
more effectively with a final coffee break and Q&A
session.
The course is ideally suited to digital SLR users
wishing to improve or learn landscape photographic
techniques and a tripod would greatly enhance the
learning process.
Tripods may be available, contact Chris for details
on 07920 044094. Tripods will be loaned out on a
fist come first served basis, so please phone to
confirm in advance.
10.30 am - 5.00 pm |
Harewood
House |
30th
April
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Skirlaugh Village Hall
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
30th
April
2010 |
A
Vision of Elvis - Rob Kingsley
The most authentic Elvis Tribute Show in the World
today is presented by the multi award winning Rob
Kingsley.
Recognised as the outright Official European
Champion by winning the tittle at Europes Largest
Elvis competition in 2008/09 and is also Officially
endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE) in
Graceland. Together with his very own The Cadillac’s
Band & The Memphis Horns and The Sweet Sensations
they bring you a full evening of all of the classic
hits from the early years through to the sensational
“Vegas” era with the finale being “Aloha
from Hawaii”.
Rob Kingsley has the total package – the look… the
sound… the charisma together with his fantastic
costumes! This show leaves the audience in no doubt
they are witnessing the world’s No 1 Elvis show - A
Vision of Elvis- is the Elvis show to see!! |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
30th
April/1st May
2010 |
Doncaster Races - Flat Meeting |
Doncaster Races |
30th
April -
3rd May
2010 |
North
Yorkshire Moors Railway - Spring Steam Gala -
together with 7-9th May; two weekends of steam
locomotion featuring a mix of our own engines with
'guest' engines. |
NYMR |
1st
May
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
Trio Atem - Nina Whiteman Soprano Gavin
Osborn Flutes and Alice Purton 'Cello
Mic Spencer ...quel velen che dolcemente
ancide... Richard Whalley New Work Lachenmann
Pression Edd Caine New Work (premiere) Saariaho
Mirrors Ian Vine New Work Camden Reeves New
Work Lauren Redhead New Work (premiere). 1.00 pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
1st
May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents The High Baroque - Baroque
Day with Robin Blaze alto Marina
Theodoropoulou, Lizzie Marshall, Rosemary
Carlton-Willis, Louisa Dobson, Fabienne Brooksbank
sopranos Jessica Main mezzo soprano
Robin Bier, Edward McMullen altos Jason
Darnell tenor Graham Bier bass
Compagnia d’Istrumenti - Ailsa Reid recorder
Daniel Edgar, Nia Lewis violins Tim Smedley
cello Peter Seymour harpsichord, organ
10.30 am The Italian Cantata - Handel Mi palpita
il cor Scarlatti É la speme un desio
tormentoso Pergolesi Stabat mater
Handel’s cantata is clearly influenced by Scarlatti.
Pergolesi’s well-known Stabat Mater
influenced many composers, Bach and Mozart included.
1.00 pm The Father, the Son, and the Godfather -
Linked by their family connections, musical colour
and virtuosity, this concert showcases music for
combinations of recorder, strings and keyboard by JS
Bach, his son, CPE Bach, and CPE’s godfather,
Telemann.
3.30 pm The Birth of the Oratorio - Scarlatti La
Giuditta
Alessandro Scarlatii is acknowledged to have founded
Neopolitan opera, a style that influenced composers
throughout Europe. La Giuditta tells the Old
Testament story of Judith and Holofernes, who she
first seduces and then beheads. It uses minimal
forces to achieve maximum dramatic effect.
7.00 pm Handel Orlando - In a second tale of
unsuccessful love, Orlando, a soldier in
Charlemagne’s army, is driven insane by the pagan
princess Angelica who loves another man. The title
role of this opera, most famous for an extraordinary
mad scene by Orlando, was written for Senesino, the
great Italian castrato. We are delighted to have one
of today’s great altos, Robin Blaze, singing
Orlando. |
National Centre
Early Music
YorkConcerts |
1st
May
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
The Fitzwilliam String Quartet - programme
Henry Purcell Fantasia No.7 Duncan Druce
Palimpsest Carolyn Sparey Fantasia in G
(1st performance) Jeremy Thurlow Fantasia
David Blake Fantasy Piece (1st performance)
Krzysztof Penderecki Divertimento (solo
cello) Kaija Saariaho Seven Papillons (solo
cello) David Power String Quartet No.1 Steve
Crowther Here Comes the Night (1st complete
performance). 7.30 pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
1st
May
2010 |
Tales of Terror - An evening of gentle chills
and pleasing terrors from The Happiness Patrol
theatre company, featuring ghost stories by M R
James and Edgar Allan Poe, Louisa Baldwin and
Lafcadio Hearn. Pre-booking Essential. 8.00 pm |
Barley Hall |
1st
May
2010 |
Thirsk Races |
Thirsk
Races |
1st
May
2010 |
Me
and Me Dad - Hull Truck Theatre return to Selby
with Nick Lane's story of friendship, fish pie and
flick-to-kick football. Andy Green's dad needs a
recipe for toast. He thinks that tortilla fought
King Kong and Tiramisu played midfield for Brazil in
the 1974 World Cup. In short, he's rubbish. Good at
Subbuteo, hopeless with spaghetti. So when Andy's
mum dies, he does the decent thing, taking a month
off work and moving back home with his dad to teach
him how to cook. Fighting memories, and occasionally
each other, and risking the sanity of friends and
neighbours, not to mention Andy's new girlfriend,
the pair boil pans, set grills on fire and worse in
an attempt to prevent a diet of pickled beetroot and
jam sandwiches! 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
1st
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Coliseum Theatre
Whitby
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
1/2nd
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
Knight's Family Fun Trail - The Queen has asked you
to invite the mini model English Heritage knights
and squires to a banquet. Can you find them and
deliver this invitation in time? You'll be royally
rewarded with a fun sticker. l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Cliffords Tower
York |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
Brassed On! York’s New Festival of Brass
Band Music - A three-day celebration of brass-band
music. Come to be inspired, to take part and to
learn, or just to listen and enjoy!
The festival’s inspiration is the hugely popular
1996 film Brassed Off. The festival’s centrepiece is
a massed bands performance on Sunday 2 May by all
five of York’s brass bands – playing together for
the first time – in a concert of music from the
film.
Saturday 1st May, Museum Gardens, York 10.00 am –
4.00 pm (FREE)
Relax and enjoy music throughout the day with York’s
brass bands.
Timetable: 10.00am Ebor Brass; 11.15 York Railway
Institute Golden Rail Band; 12.30 Shepherd Group
Brass Band; 1.45 York Railway Institute Band; 3.00
Shepherd Group Concert Band.
Sunday 2nd May, Museum Gardens, York 2.00 – 4.00 pm:
Brassed On! (FREE)
A massed bands performance of music from the popular
film Brassed Off and other movies.
Experience the sound of all of York’s bands playing
together for the first time along with school bands
and other musicians. Musical director and compere:
Gordon Eddison, MD of the York Railway Institute
Band. The concert will be at Bootham School,
Bootham, if wet.
Want to join in? See ‘Questions Answered’ on the
Festival website. Numbers are limited. All players
must pre-register; places allocated on a first-come
basis.
Monday 3rd May, National Centre for Early Music,
Walmgate, York 10.00 – 11.30 am: A Masterclass in
Brass
Public masterclass for more experienced young brass
players under 21 with Grimethorpe professionals.
Limited places. Please register to take part;
players must be competent with brass band music and
performing in public. Free to participants.
£3.00/£2.00 for audience.
2.30 - 3.30 pm: A Young Person’s Guide to the Brass
Band
A fun, family concert performed largely by young
people to introduce beginners of all ages to brass
music. There will be an opportunity to try out brass
instruments afterwards.
Tickets £4/£2. NCEM Box Office 01904 658338
City Screen, York, 7.30pm: Brassed Off (15) A
special screening of the movie followed by a Q & A
session with the film’s York-based writer/director,
Mark Herman. Box office: 0871 704 2054 |
Brassed
On! |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
May
Fair - Classic English May Bank Holiday Fair with
cream teas, model railways, meccano, morris dancers
& May Pole. Plus 1980s cars on Saturday, 1970s cars
on Sunday and 1960s cars Monday. For kids and big
kids! |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
Castle Howard - Spring into Summer - May Day bank
holiday activities
Morris Dancing; Floral Displays; Local food & drink;
Further details will follow shortly |
Castle Howard |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
The
Dales Festival of Food and Drink - "Harold
Macmillan, writing to Lady Swinton thanking her for
her hospitality, commented upon the special
attractions of our great county. -
I think one of the reasons why one loves a holiday
in Yorkshire is that in a confused and changing
world, the picture in one's mind is not spoilt. If
you go to Yorkshire, the hills, the keepers, the
farmers, the drivers are the same; and there is a
sense of continuity. There is also the country and
the neighbourliness that goes with people who live
in this remote and beautiful country.
The world at the moment with the credit crunch, the
falling pound, unemployment and economic gloom is
indeed 'confused and changing,' but, as the former
Prime Minister observes there is in Yorkshire 'a
sense of continuity' in many things.
The Dales Festival of Food and Drink reflects this
sense of continuity. It preserves and celebrates the
skills of the people of the Dales which have existed
for centuries. Cheese making, dry stone walling,
animal husbandry, brewing, traditional crafts and
much much more are on show at this splendid event.
There is no better way of spending the May Day Bank
Holiday weekend than a visit to beautiful
Wensleydale for there is something for everyone at
this varied and colourful pageant and the
hospitality is of the very best." Gervase Phinn |
Leyburn
Wensleydale
Dales
Festival of Food and Drink |
1-3rd
May
2010 |
Fighting Knights & Have a go archery - Meet a duo of
fully armoured medieval Knights together with a
Squire, see how Knights dressed for battle and
witness the hand to hand combat of these knights.
Also discover the art of archery with the Castle's
own Archers. With demonstrations and hands-on
have-a-go sessions for all the family. 11.00 am -
4.00 pm |
Conisbrough Castle |
1-31st May
2010 |
Abbey
Tours - Join a free tour to discover fascinating
facts and stories about the abbey and monks. 11.00
am, 1.00 pm & 2.00 pm meet at The Porter's Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
1-31st May
2010 |
Mr
Aislabie's Garden Tour - A free tour taking in the
grand design of the Georgian landscape including
Deer Park and Water Garden. 11.30 am meet at The
Porter's Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
1st
May -
6th June
2010 |
York
Minster ‘Creation’ Exhibition - This textile
exhibition uses vibrant and intense colours to
depict scenes from the Book of Genesis. The pieces,
by Jacqui Frost and Paul Field will provide a
contemporary interpretation to contemplate alongside
the 600 year old Creation scenes from the Great East
Window.
Exhibition held in the Lady Chapel - entry is free
after entry to the Minster |
York
Minster |
2nd
May
2010 |
Iron
Awe Day - Celebrate our industrial heritage |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
2nd
May
2010 |
St
Mary's Church Tour - A free tour of the richly
decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by
William Burges. 11.00 am meet at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
2/3rd
May
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
May Day Story Telling - Explore the site as you have
never seen it before. Come a-Maying with Nettlefoot
Kate. Open your eyes and ears and discover Mayday
myths and folktales. Make a May Basket or a May
Crown before story telling around the fire. Dress
for the weather. |
Murton Park |
2/3rd
May
2010 |
Medieval Pilgrimage from Helmsley Castle to Rievaulx
Abbey Walk starts at 11.00 am.
Join in a “pilgrimage” walk to commemorate the 900th
anniversary of Aelred , the founder of Rievaulx
Abbey, with expert historian Julian Humphries as he
explores the links between Helmsley Castle and
Rievaulx Abbey. This walk through the Rievaulx
valley follows footpaths and is approximately 2
miles. Please wear firm footwear and bring a
waterproof – just in case! The walk will start at
Helmsley Castle at 11.00 am and last approximately 2
½ hours finishing at Rievaulx Abbey. Booking
Recommended.
Moorsbus Services (at extra charge) will run
throughout the afternoon returning visitors back to
Helmsley. |
Helmsley Castle |
2/3rd
May
2010 |
Middleton Railway - Guided walks - See the beautiful
bluebells on a guided walk with the Friends of
Middleton Park |
Middleton Railway |
2/3rd
May
2010 |
Medieval Pilgrims - Meet the band of pilgrims,
civilians and soldiers from the 12th Century with
their living history encampment. You can also
discover medieval monastic secrets with interactive
presentations of monastic life, technology and a
tour of the site with Heuristics. l1.00 am - 5.00 pm |
Rievaulx Abbey |
3rd
May
2010 |
Brassed On! York - A Masterclass in Brass - A
new brass festival, designed to celebrate York’s
musical heritage and to introduce new young and
older players to brass-band playing.
Public masterclass for more experienced brass
players under 21, led by soloists from the
world-famous Grimethorpe Colliery Band (limited
places, players must be competent with brass band
music). Free to participants. |
10.00 am
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
3rd
May
2010 |
Brassed On! York - A Young Person's Guide to the
Brass Band
A fun, family-friendly concert showcasing York's
young brass players presented by Mike Pratt,
conductor of the Shepherd Group Concert Band. There
will also be an opportunity for beginners to try out
brass instruments afterwards. |
2.30 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
3rd
May
2010 |
May
Day - Maypole dancing and other traditional
activities. Come along and join in! |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
3rd
May
2010 |
Fountains Hall Day - A day of activities at
Fountains Hall, discover the hidden secrets and
stories of this fascinating building on a behind the
scenes guided tour. Enjoy exploring the herb garden
and indulge in a delicious cream tea in the
Elizabethan walled garden. 11.00 am - 4.00 pm |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
3rd
May
2010 |
Beverley Races - The Mayday Raceday |
Beverley Races |
4th
May
2010 |
Hidden Tour Tuesdays - Explore the hidden parts of
the house including the servants below stairs with
our friendly guides. Meet at the front of the house
2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
4th
May
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races - Evening |
Catterick
Racecourse |
4th
May
2010 |
On
A Very British Revolution - Martin Bell, a
hugely-respected former BBC reporter, Britain’s
first Independent MP in 50 years and a tireless
campaigner for trust in politics, had vowed never to
write another book. An 88p bath plug changed all
that. The revelations over MPs’ expenses that began
in May 2009 ranged from petty thieving to outright
fraud and sparked a crisis in confidence
unprecedented in modern times. This was a
21st-century Peasants’ Revolt – an uprising of the
people against the political class.
In his latest book, drawing on his experience as an
MP and as a member of the Committee on Standards and
Privileges, Martin Bell explains how the expenses
crisis arose and, most compellingly, lays out his
prescription for healing the deep wounds inflicted
by the scandal. |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
5th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York never normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - The Hidden Chapel and Priest Hole Walk
- Visit parts of York off the beaten track going in
a mediaeval house off Micklegate and a chance to
visit the hidden chapel and priest hole at the Bar
Convent. 10.30 am from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Gates |
Yorkwalk |
5th
May
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
5th
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
5th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York not normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - Guildhalls & Secret Passages. Visit
parts of York not open to the public including some
of York's fine Guildhalls, the Roman East Angle
Turret and a hidden Crypt. 2.15 pm from The
Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
5th
May
2010 |
Acoustic Night in The Loft - Set in the eves of an
historic 17th century building we welcome Paula Ryan
- A singer-songwriter whose songs are inspired by
her Irish Gaelic roots and driven by the funky
rhythmic influences and wacky instruments of music
from other cultures.
Paula promises to regale all with an entertaining
mixture of powerful original material along with
contemporary and traditional songs from her native
Ireland, Scotland and elsewhere. 8.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
5th
May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents The Chamber Players - Benjamin
Nabarro violin Sarah Butcher cello
Maya Magub clarinet Matthew Schellhorn
piano
Bartok Contrasts BB 116 Stravinsky Four
pieces for solo clarinet Debussy Sonata for
cello and piano Messiaen Quatuor pour la fin
du temps
Messiaen’s ‘Quartet for the End of Time’ is one of
the iconic works of the 20th century. Written, and
first performed, whilst the composer was a prisoner
of war, it is an ecstatic and transcendental vision
of the apocalypse. It is prefaced by three key
chamber music works of the past century. The Chamber
Players is a new ensemble which draws its members
from some of the major chamber ensembles and
orchestras in the UK. They have come together with a
common aim of presenting music in its social and
historical context, which they do with lively
introductions. An added attraction is that they give
each member of the audience a free, pre-recorded CD
at the end of each concert |
Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
6th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Jewish Heritage Trail. A walk recalling the
Jewish contribution to York's history, visiting
sites connected with mediaeval and modern Jews. The
tour covers story of the dreadful massacre of the
Jews at Clifford's Tower, where the walk ends. 10.30
am from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - How the
Minster was Built. A fascinating tour around
this great church to see how it was built by the
mediaeval master masons, with a glimpse of the
modern stoneyard. 2.15 pm from The Yorkshire Museum
Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
May
2010 |
York
RSPB talk - Barry Bishop. "White-tailed Eagles".
Followed by AGM. 7.30 pm |
Temple Hall
University of
York St John
York RSPB |
6th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard - Wine Tasting Evening - An Italian
Journey
Taste your way from Piedmonte to Puglia. Cost
includes canapés and a 2-course supper with up to 7
generous wine samples. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
6th
May
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Clive Gregson
A happy return for this acclaimed guitarist, singer
and songwriter whose career spans early group Any
Trouble, Richard Thompson’s band, the sublime
Christine Collister partnership and work with Eddi
Reader, Boo Hewerdine et al.
Clive lives in Nashville nowadays, comes up with one
fine song after another, and happily still finds
time to tour small British venues like ours.
|
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
6th
May
2010 |
Fragile Stories: the Harewood Ceramics Collection -
Melissa Gallimore, former Senior Curator of
Decorative Arts at Harewood, will lead this tour of
the ceramic collections on the State Floor followed
by an illustrated lecture looking at how this
stunning collection was formed. Includes admission
and refreshments.
10.30 am - 12.30 pm |
Harewood
House |
6th
May
2010 |
Wetherby Races - Evening Meeting |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
6th
May
2010 |
Pocklington School presents…..
A selection of vibrant, contrasting plays from A
Level students at Pocklington School. From the
buffoonery of Commedia dell'Arte to the Renaissance
tragedy Tis Pity She's A Whore, these
productions will entertain and astonish. Original
writing and classic texts in modern styles are
brought together for an evening of sheer delight.
Book early! |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
6/7th
May
2010 |
Hanging Basket Workshop - Meet Brodsworth's Head
Gardener , Dan Booth and enjoy a talk on the
gardens, picking up inspiration for your hanging
basket. Dan will then demonstrate the skill of
making your own basket with a variety of flowers,
followed by lunch and informal questions and answers
in the Brodsworth tea room. All materials and plants
provided for you to make and take your own hanging
basket away. Only 15 participants per day. Pre
Booking is essential. 10.00 am – 12 noon |
Brodsworth Hall
& Gardens |
7th
May
2010 |
Arthurs.Høiby.Ritchie - High-energy, highly
interactive and fresh every time,
Arthurs.Høiby.Ritchie are a trio with unlimited
potential for invention and for the unexpected;
manipulating and extending material through detailed
improvisations and with an individual take on the
great composition/improvisation debate.
Tom Arthurs is joined by Jasper Høiby double bass
and Stuart Ritchie percussion.
The Trio has performed at the Wigmore Hall,
Cheltenham International Jazz Festival, the London
Jazz Festival, Moving on Music (Belfast) and
Manchester Jazz Festivals, as well as in France,
Austria, Switzerland and Germany. Their debut
record, 'Explications', was released in 2008
to much acclaim.
'This threesome has deserved all the praise it's
received. They are due for a lot more' The
Guardian. |
7.30 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
7th
May
2010 |
York
Astronomical Society - TBC by Paul Money
All are welcome. 8.00 pm |
The Denham Room
Priory Street Centre
York Astronomical Society |
7th
May
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
Richard Casey: Solo Piano - programme
John Adams China Gates Steve Crowther
Piano Sonata No.1 George Crumb Processional
John Adams Phyrgian Gates Harrison Birtwistle
Harrison's Clocks George Crumb A Little
Christmas. 7.30 pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
7th
May
2010 |
Ripon
Races - SIS OB Services Handicap - Evening
Meeting |
Ripon Races |
7th
May
2010 |
MARK
MORAGHAN & NICKY CAMPBELL - 'moonlight's back in
style' Concert
“Moraghan sings with the gusto of Sinatra, a
Harry Connick Jr swing and a nod to Tony Bennett's
heartstring tugs.” DAILY TELEGRAPH |
7.00
pm
Frazer Theatre
Knaresborough
Kula Events |
7th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Long Marston Village Hall
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
7th
May
2010 |
Ryedale Live present -
TWO - Two girls, two guitars, two voices!
Discovering a shared love of acoustic music and a
history of playing and singing in various bands
Sharon Winfield and Helen Turner first hooked up in
2006. Playing across the North of England, quickly
gained a reputation for quality performances, well
crafted songs and a vibrant stage presence. Now
enjoy a healthy following and have developed a
natural style for presenting their music. Expect
well written songs and tight harmonies!
Dale Campbell - Brilliant solo acoustic guitarist
and harp-guitarist. Plays percussion, chords and
melody simultaneously, in a unique style that must
be seen to be believed - hands and fingers a blur,
flying all over the guitar; drumming, tapping,
slapping, strumming and plucking! Performances
include arrangements of songs such as Billie
Jean, She Drives Me Crazy and Zombie,
alongside his own compositions.
Billy Nielsen - Began playing guitar at the age of
11 and writing songs by the age of 12. An early
teenage career saw him appear on UK Summer Shows in
1989 and 1990 with 60s legends, such as
Showaddywaddy, Brian Poole and the Tremeloes and
Screamin' Lord Sutch, playing to 2000 people a night
at the age of 13! In 1993 as Billy's songwriting
matured he moved into more acoustic music emerging
as one of the regions finest
singer/songwriter/guitarists.
David Swann - A popular figure with the Ryedale Live
audience not only as a regular host but as a singer
songwriter who delights audiences with his
entertaining and original repertoire. He performs a
variety of songs including ballads of times past,
hilarious comic numbers and touching love songs.
Above all David is an entertainer who leaves
audiences wanting more!
The Kirkby Band Quintet - 5 members of Kirkby Brass
Band perform an upbeat repertoire of tunes! |
Hovingham
Village Hall
Ryedale Live |
7-9th
May
2010 |
North
Yorkshire Moors Railway - Spring Steam Gala - a
weekend of steam locomotion featuring a mix of our
own engines with 'guest' engines. |
NYMR |
8th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard Tour to the Mausoleum with Curator.
Visit the most mysterious and imposing building in
the Castle Howard landscape, where generations of
the Howard family are buried in the vaults beneath
the spectacular chapel. The tour also includes a
visit to the Temple of the Four Winds, not normally
open to the public.
The tour starts at 10.30 am. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
8th
May
2010 |
Happy Days Are Here Again! Commemorating V.E.
Day
2010 sees the 65th anniversary of the end of World
War 2 in Europe.
Join us as we use our extensive collection from the
period to explore life just prior to and post V.E.
Day 1945. Handle a range of military, civilian and
domestic objects from the period and discover some
of the local stories that capture the mood of this
significant point in Britain’s recent history. 11.00
am – 12.00 pm & 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm |
York
Castle Museum
York Museums
Trust Events
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8th
May
2010 |
York
Guildhall Orchestra Summer Concert -
Elgar - In The South
Strauss - Horn Concerto No.1 with soloist -
Michael Thompson
Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 6 - “The Pathétique” |
Central Hall
University of York
York Guildhall Orchestra |
8th
May
2010 |
Omar
Puente with Robert Mitchell piano, Jimmy
Martinez double bass, Michel Castallanos
drums and Oscar Martinez congas.
World-renowned Cuban jazz violin maestro Omar Puente
performs music 'From There to Here' his new
debut solo album which touches on musical influences
including blues, funk and African rhythms. The album
has been produced by Courtney Pine who described him
as 'a complete classical virtuoso and a complete
jazz master', and is timely released in the 50th
anniversary year of the Cuban revolution.
In recent years Omar has toured with Denys
Baptiste's Let Freedom Ring project; he's also a
member of Courtney Pine's touring band and is
involved with the Reggae Philharmonic Orchestra. He
says he is 'a classical musician whose heart
beats with a Cuban rhythm, whose soul is African,
and whose home is Yorkshire'. |
7.30 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
8th
May
2010 |
Early
Birds - Walk and listen to the chatter of the early
birds. Hearing is believing! 7.00 am meet at
The Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
8th
May
2010 |
Thirsk Races - Evening Meeting |
Thirsk
Races |
8th
May
2010 |
Back
o' the Shop Gallery - we are hosting a fifties Rock
"n" Roll & Skiffle Revival night featuring Paul
Leegan & the Legends, Britains number one Lonnie
Donegan tribute band. |
Terrington Village Hall
Back o' the
Shop |
8th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Long Marston Village Hall
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
8th
May
2010 |
Martin Carthy, Norma Waterson and Chris Parkinson -
For more than 30 years, Norma Waterson and Martin
Carthy have been at the forefront of the English
folk scene. Joined by their long time friend Chris
Parkinson, they perform fantastic traditional songs
and music in a way only they know how. Martin has
been the leading light in English folk since the
1960s, playing with Steeleye Span, Brass Monkey and
Blue Murder and winning numerous BBC Folk Awards,
while Norma's wonderfully emotive voice has also won
her a BBC Folk Award and Mercury Music Prize
nomination. The trio is completed by extraordinarily
talented multi-instrumentalist, Chris Parkinson, who
has worked with dozens of folk luminaries including
Ralph Mactell, Steve Phillips and even Billy
Connolly. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
8th
May
2010 |
The
Band Room on the North York Moors - variously
described as 'England's tiniest major venue,'
'The greatest small venue on Earth' and 'a
corrugated iron shed in the middle of nowhere.'
(It's all true...) present - JESCA HOOP
We have seen the future (in Middlesbrough, actually)
and its name is JESCA HOOP. A former nanny to Tom
Waits' children in California, Ms Hoop admits to
liking JONI MITCHELL, KATE BUSH and BJORK....and in
her bewitching, crystalline-pure vocal you can also
hear the melodramatic popular song of JUDY GARLAND
and EDITH PIAF. But the sheer, unbridled invention
of her songs prompts the description we like best.
Jesca Hoop: the LADY GAGA of freak folk...
|
The
Band Room
Farndale |
8/9th
May
2010 |
Battlegroup North with the Military Wheels & Wings
Show - A Military Vehicle spectacular with the
largest gathering of historic military vehicles in
the North of England, superb Living History displays
and the ever popular Wargaming Show. |
Yorkshire Air Museum |
8/9th
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
8/9th
May
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
Electroacoustic Weekend - Late Music are delighted
to host a weekend devoted to Electro Acoustic music.
Four exciting young musicians will perform works for
solo instruments and/or electronics, by living
composers from all over the world.
1.00pm: Recital featuring Jonathan Sage (Clarinet
and Electronics). This programme shows the clarinet
in a variety of new media ranging from the pure use
of extended techniques in the Smith and the Yuasa,
to the blending of the clarinet with cutting edge
electronics in the Harker. Garrett Sholdice’s Five
Organa for Jonathan Sage provides the fascinating
dichotomy of a traditionally classical instrument,
exploring new techniques such as multiphonics and
just-intonation, set against one of the earliest
musical structures in the Western Classical
tradition. Reich's New York Counterpoint sets the
soloist against themselves as they play along to a
pre-recorded track of ten clarinets.
2.15pm: Roundtable discussion chaired by composer
and concert co-ordinator, Alex Harker (free).
Concert co-ordinator Alex Harker chairs a discussion
between all the day's performers and also some of
the composers on the use of electronics alongside
instrumental forces. As well as looking at common
experiences, the discussion will explore the diverse
way in which electronics are employed in the three
concerts by different composers. There will be
opportunities for questions from the audience and
wider discussion towards the end of the session.
7.00pm: Gavin Osborn (Flutes and Electronics). 'This
concert includes two electroacoustic works written
for me by great up-and-coming young composers,
Manuella Blackburn (recipient of multiple
international prizes) & Alexis Guneratne (boulanger
sonore), as well as a classic from one of Britain’s
foremost electroacoustic composers, Simon Emmerson
(a piece premiered in the the year I was born).
These pieces are set against two acoustic works –
one by a composer who is no stranger to electronics,
Tristan Murail, and a composer whose soundworld
could be said to bridge the gap – Toshio Hosokawa.'
- Gavin Osborn
8.30pm: Enrico Bertelli (Percussion and Electronics)
and Radoslaw Rudnicki - This concert ends with a
unique performance of Terry Riley's In C for
flute, clarinet, percussion and live electronics. 'The
UUCMS is an electroacoustic branch of Brake Drum
Percussion, an ensemble with more than 25 years of
history in the European Contemporary Music
scene.This concert presents some brand new works
involving music theatre, live electronics and
electronic realizations. I am really excited about
the latter which consists of taking a classic score
(Xenakis) as a starting point and revolutionizing it
from a completely different perspective - the
electronic device. Although based on the same score,
the result, presented in a World Premiere, is
astonishingly different. The marimba piece by
Blazewick is proudly presented thanks to a personal
collaboration with the Edition Svitzer (Denmark)
that I think will go very far.' - Enrico
Bertelli
Sunday 9th May, 7.30pm: Jane Chapman – Wired
A rare concert of harpsichord and electronic music
featuring music by Gyorgy Ligeti, James Dillon and a
New Work by Alex Harker |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
8-10th May
2010 |
Bee
Weekend -
- Honey Bee Day on Saturday 8 May - 10.30 am - 4.00
pm.
Explore the innovation of the honeybee! Join the
buzzing atmosphere Below Stairs to meet beekeepers,
learn about the amazing processes of honey
production, taste and buy different honey produce.
- Beekeeping Taster Days on Sunday 9 and Monday 10th
May 2010 - 9.30 am - 5.30 pm
Workshop led by experienced beekeepers from
Harrogate & Ripon Beekeepers Association.
The workshop provides an introduction to beekeeping
including natural history of bees, hives and
equipment, foraging, swarming, apiary sites, stings,
diseases, hive products and processing.
Weather permitting there will be an opportunity to
have some hands-on experience in our apiary in the
Walled Garden here at Harewood.
Please wear loose fitting trousers (not jeans) and
bring wellington boots to wear when visiting the
apiary. Protective jacket, hat, veil and gloves will
be provided. Please note: visit to the apiary may
not be suitable for wheelchair users, contact the
Box Office for further information. |
Harewood
House |
9th
May
2010 |
Late
Learners' Jazz Workshop
Join the regular late learners' workshop designed
for people who have returned or started playing
music later in life. Led by jazz musician Rob Lavers
and his session musicians, the atmosphere will be
relaxed and creative. No grades required, just bring
along your instrument and enthusiasm. |
9.30 am
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
9th
May
2010 |
Guided Walk - The History of York Cemetery with
Alwyn Fletcher. History of York Cemetery from 1837
to date. 2.00 pm start from the Gatehouse
|
York Cemetery |
9th
May
2010 |
Barker and Shaw at the Movies
Award-winning trumpeter, composer and broadcaster,
Guy Barker joins forces with award-winning jazz
vocalist, pianist and broadcaster, Ian Shaw, in an
afternoon celebrating the fabulous force that is The
Cinema. With no apology, this jazz odd couple
present a musical babylon for all tastes which is
thrillingly intact from the start of the show.
'...simply a great musical night out. Virtuoso
playing and Shaw's playful vocals will melt the
hardest winter' The Telegraph |
4.00 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
9th
May
2010 |
Farrago - Members of the University of York Jazz
Orchestra
An ensemble of students from the University of York
Jazz Orchestra play a mix of original compositions,
arrangements and contemporary jazz. The concert will
be an eclectic mix of jazz styles, played by some of
the University's most talented musicians.
|
8.00 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
9th
May
2010 |
Newby
Hall Spring Plant Fair - The Spring Plant Fair will
be a brilliant family day out!
As well as the 35 specialist nursertmen there will
also be live demonstrations, traditional craftsmen
and the Jazz Quartet. Whether you want a chance to
find that elusive plant or just get some inspiration
for your garden this will be a great family day out.
Gates open from 10.00 am - 4.00 pm |
Newby Hall |
9th
May
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - "Behind The
Scenes" Guided Tours - Enjoy a full tour of the
Railway by steam and diesel train in the company of
our knowledgeable guide, plus visits to the
locomotive and carriage workshops, behind the scenes
visits to stations, and a rare chance to see what
goes on behind all those closed doors and visit
areas normally out of bounds to the public.
A packed lunch is included in the price of the tour.
Tours commence 11.00 am at Haworth Station and
generally finish around 4.00 pm. Pre-booking
Essential |
KWVR |
9th
May
2010 |
MG &
Classic Car Rally – Yorkshire Dales Classic Car Club
Open Event. |
Kiplin Hall
Nr Scorton |
10th
May
2010 |
The
Chapter House Choir are pleased to be singing
Evensong in the Minster |
5.15
pm
York Minster
Chapter House Choir |
10th
May
2010 |
Yorkshire Philosophical Society Lecture Programme
2009-10
Hearing with the eye: the life and work of John
Goodricke - A lecture by Linda French,
Department of Physics, Illinois Wesleyan University
For further details phone 01904 656713 |
7.30
pm
The Hospitium
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Yorkshire
Philosophical Society |
10th May -
6th June
2010 |
Putting History to the Test - Was it really like
that? Find out the reality of life in times gone by
in a fun and practical way. Take a closer look at
historical objects from the museum in our
interactive Studio spaces. Suitable for all ages.
Afghanistan - British forces have battled in
Afghanistan in the 19th, 20th and 21st Centuries.
Explore almost 200 years of change in the equipment
used by soldiers serving in these conflicts, with
opportunities to handle and examine kit and
equipment dating from the early Victorian era up to
present day in our Military Studio. |
York Castle Museum |
11th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard - Easter Craft and Produce Market. In
the Stable Courtyard, from 10am until 4pm with free
entry |
Castle Howard |
11th
May
2010 |
Moths
in York - Learn to identify the moths of Yorkshire.
A day to examine the wonderful collections from the
Yorkshire museum, from Oak Beauty to Purple Thorns,
from lime Hawk moths to the Old Lady. There will
then be an opportunity to join the curators for five
evening moth surveys in the museum gardens once a
month in May, June, July, August, and September.
These will be practical hands on sessions to develop
your skills. This course is open to all abilities.
2.00 pm – 3.30 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
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11th
May
2010 |
Fairfax House events - Exploring Lord Fairfax's
Cellar
The last of three wine tasting sessions - over three
separate sessions, expert sommelier, Richard
Goodacre, will take a delicious look at the
extensive wine cellars held by Lord Fairfax. Using
archival evidence and modern day equivalents, each
wine tasting session will explore three fascinating
topics: Fortified Wines, Wines for a Georgian
Cellar, and Champagne & the English Gentleman. A
must for all with an appreciation of wine - tonight
Champagne.
Pre-booking Essential 7.00 pm |
Fairfax House |
11th
May
2010 |
Beverley Races |
Beverley Races |
11th
May
2010 |
Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines
by New Perspectives Theatre Company
Chocks away for the hilarious, heart-stopping story
of the first ever non-stop transatlantic flight!
It’s a classic tale of plucky British pioneers –
Captain John Alcock, dashing WW1 fighter pilot, and
Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown, navigational genius
with a gammy leg, huddled together against the
elements in the tiny timber and canvas cockpit of
their converted Vickers Vimy biplane – talk about
winging it!
The critically-acclaimed comedy writing duo, Brian
Mitchell & Joseph Nixon, have turned the story of
the race to conquer the skies over the Atlantic into
a fast and furious comic tour-de-force. |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
12th
May
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
12th
May
2010 |
The
Museum Gardens in Summer - A guided tour of the
museum gardens with the Garden Manager to look at
the early summer horticultural highlights. 2.00 pm –
3.30 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
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12th
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
12th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard Lecture by the Castle Howard Curator -
Pre Raphaelites: Edward Burne Jones, William Morris
and the Howard Family. An illustrated talk revealing
the close and intimate relationship between the
Howard family and a circle of brilliant artist and
designers, many of whom were commissioned to
decorate all three Howard homes. Pre-booking
Essential |
Castle Howard |
12th
May
2010 |
Red
Kite Walk - Illustrated talk by Doug Simpson,
Project Officer for the Harewood Red Kite Release
Programme, followed by a short walk in the grounds
to see these fantastic birds in action.
Please bring binoculars if you have them and wear
appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear. If
arriving more than 1 hour before the start of the
event a discounted grounds admission will be
payable.
Child tickets are free but must be pre-booked so we
have an idea of numbers. 7.30 - 9.00 pm |
Harewood
House |
12th
May
2010 |
The
Pasadena Roof Orchestra - For forty years the
Pasadena Roof Orchestra, based in the UK, has
delighted audiences all over the world with its mix
of swing and hot dance music.
Swing is much more than a musical genre; it
personifies a lust for life, with its infectious
beat. When it comes to authentic swing music the
orchestra has no equal. Performing with a line up of
eleven excellent jazz musicians who have perfected
their craft and studied jazz at the top
conservatories. Many years of working together with
top class arrangements, result in the ensemble sound
for which the orchestra is renowned.
The show is presented in a way that not only
showcases this talent, but adds some wit and humour.
Duncan Galloway is the band-leader and vocalist who
is also responsible for the musical direction. With
a background in theatre and music, Duncan has been
part of the orchestra for over ten years.
The repertoire currently comprises over 200 titles
of jazz, early swing and dance music from the era.
|
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
12-14th May
2010 |
York
Races - The Dante Meeting.
High quality action, a catch up with friends in the
new season with Spring offering hope eternal.
York in May is a fantastic place to come racing, the
season lies ahead and many star horses have risen to
prominence on the Knavesmire over these three
fantastic days. Last season, the star turn was
Sariska, the Michael Bell trained filly that took
the Tattersalls Musidora on the opening day as part
of a string of victories that were to include both
the English and Irish Oaks. Frankie Dettori and his
subsequent first Derby winner, Authorized, provided
one of the great memories of 2007 when they won the
totesport Dante Stakes, held on Thursday.
The top horses from the action on Friday will often
reappear in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot as the
leading stayers take centre stage in the Emirates
Airline Yorkshire Cup; last year’s champion, Ask,
went on to win the Coronation Cup at Epsom and
helped Sir Michael Stoute achieve first, second and
third in the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth
Stakes at Ascot.
Sariska went on to win the English Oaks after
success in the Tattersalls Musidora and nine horses
have gone on to win the English Derby after success
in the totesport Dante. The winners at this year’s
meeting are the proven ones to watch throughout the
season.
The new York season offers many racegoers a chance
to meet up with friends that they might not see over
the Winter. The new mown grass and freshly planted
flowers around the racecourse add to the sense of
new beginnings and there is a definite buzz in the
air. |
York
Races |
12-16th May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Spring Festival
The Spring Festival presents music that is both new
in its conception and new to the area and even the
country – electrifying, exciting and different.
Music of all genres, from jazz to classical, is to
be heard in concerts, workshops, masterclasses and
more. Saturday and Sunday is the Conference Weekend,
building on the success of the 2009 New Music
Collaboration Day in which over 80 composers,
conductors and players came to the University of
York from top universities from around the country.
Events take place around the City of York but the
Festival is based in the Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall
and other facilities in the Department of Music.
Please see the festival website for more information
and to sign up to receive your copy of the festival
brochure when it is released
www.yorkspringfestival.co.uk |
Various Venues
YorkConcerts |
13th
May
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Singers & Musicians
Night - All acoustic performers are made welcome,
and listeners besides, at our popular Open House
session. The more the merrier, so do come along |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
13-15th May
2010 |
York
Opera present - Music Fit For A Queen.
Dido and Aeneas by Purcell
The Choral Dances from Gloriana by
Britten
Excerpts from Merrie England by German |
The Joseph
Rowntree Theatre
York Opera |
14th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard - Photography Course with Chris
Ceasar.
A one day photography course for beginners, with
experienced Photographer, Chris Ceasar. Learn some
great photography tips, in a stunning location, with
a professional Photographer.
The day starts at 10.30 am and finishes
approximately at 5.30 pm. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
14th
May
2010 |
York
Minster Museums at Night - Join us for a
night to discover what lies beneath our great
Minster. Explore the museum after hours where free
activities will be taking place.
Candlelit guided Tooling Tours will show you the
original masons’ marks from the Norman Cathedral in
the Crypt.
A meditation at 9.00 pm will be an opportunity to
reflect in the peaceful candlelit surroundings of
the crypt.
Please note that access is via stairs and there is
no lift. Please book your space in advance for
Tooling Tours of the Undercroft. Free Admission.
7.00 - 11.00 pm |
York
Minster |
14th
May
2010 |
Guided Walk - Moth & Insect Night with Dr David
Chesmore & Anneliese Emmans Dean. A multimedia show
and moth night. 7.30 pm start from the Gatehouse
|
York Cemetery |
15th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard Art Course – Landscape Painting. Be
inspired by the beautiful architecture and
landscapes of Castle Howard, with tutoring by the
Castle Howard Artist in Residence, Ronald Falck. The
course starts at 10.00 am. For more information or
to book please call 01262 401334. |
Castle Howard |
15th
May
2010 |
Monotype and Technique - Monotype involves the
transposition of paint from a plate onto paper as a
means of creating a "space" in which to "play".
Release your imagination and sense of fun in this
visually inspiring and immensely popular workshop.
All materials are provided. Led by OCA Tutor Stephen
Court. 10.00 am – 4.00 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
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15th
May
2010
2009 |
The
Ebor Singers present Songs of Remembrance -
Music by Purcell, Sheppard, Charpentier and Schutz
Musical homages by 16th- and 17th-century composers
to commemorate the death of a patron or
contemporary, including In media vita by John
Sheppard, the Funeral Sentences by Henry
Purcell, a Requiem setting by Marc-Antoine
Charpentier and motets from Heinrich Schutz’s
Musikalische Exequien. 7.30 pm |
The Chapter House
York Minster
Ebor Singers |
15th
May
2010 |
Wine
Tasting in The Loft - Champagne & Sparkling Wine
We team up with The Wine Academy and run tutored
wine tastings along with one course supper and
coffee. Wine Academy staff or a guest speaker will
conduct the relaxed informal tasting and our chefs
will choose a dish to compliment the theme of the
evening. 7.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
15th
May
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
Black Hair Ensemble play - Roger Marsh Rising
(WP) Thomas Agerfeld Olesen Radio Plays (WP)
Edward Caine Madrigale III for solo cello
Damien Harron New Work. 7.30 pm |
Sir
Jack Lyons
Concert Hall,
University of York
Late Music Concert Series |
15th
May
2010 |
Thirsk Races |
Thirsk
Races |
15th
May
2010 |
Doncaster Races - Flat Meeting |
Doncaster Races |
15th
May
2010 |
Museums at Night: Experience Harewood in a
Different Light - Join us for an evening
experience of sparkling chandeliers, twinkling
lights and special interest tours and workshops.
See the House lit up at night with fabulous
landscape and sunset views from the Terrace with Red
kites flying. Enjoy a drink in the evening sun on
the Terrace. Meals and light bites will be available
alfresco in the Courtyard. Twilight Tours of the
House and Gardens. Recorded Servants’ tales playing
throughout Below Stairs. Live piano music in the
Music Room. Music on the Terrace/in the Terrace
Café. |
Harewood
House |
15th
May
2010 |
Spring Concert - A programme of sacred and secular
music from the 17th century to the present day.
Proceeds in aid of the church refurbishment
programme. 7.30 pm |
All
Saints Church
Thornton le Dale
Chanticleer Singers |
15th
May
2010
2009 |
Sowerby Music Autumn Season - Yorkshire Young
Musicians Showcase. 7.30 pm |
St.
Oswald's Church
Sowerby, Thirsk
Sowerby Music |
15/16th May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
15/16th May
2010 |
Eden
Camp - the unique Museum at Eden Camp will transport
you back in time to wartime Britain. You will
experience the sights, sounds, even the smells of
those dangerous years.
Sunderland Classic Car Rally |
Eden Camp
Malton |
15/16th May
2010 |
Home
& Garden Show - Now in its fifth year with over 100
stalls |
Sledmere
House |
15/16th May
2010 |
Middleton Railway - Family Gala - Intensive
timetable |
Middleton Railway |
15/16th May
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - Haworth Village
1940s Weekend. |
KWVR |
16th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Guided Coach Tours - Coach trip to
Tissington Hall and Cromford. Visit to the
historic mills and village of Cromford in
Derbyshire, followed by a tour of the lovely
Jacobean mansion at Tissington. Pick-up point close
to The Heathers. Pre-booking Essential. |
Yorkwalk |
16th
May
2010 |
Guided Walk - Garden Walk & Honey Bee Talk with
Clive Dawson and Tom Robinson. Visit the gardens,
then hear about the bees. 2.00 pm start from the
Gatehouse |
York Cemetery |
16th
May
2010 |
Plant
Fair |
Duncombe Park |
16th
May
2010 |
999
Open Day - An open day of Emergency Vehicles and
related exhibits for the museum and private
collections plus demonstrations by South Yorkshire
Fire Service and South Yorkshire Police Dog Unit
(subject to operational availability) amongst
others, with trade stands and refreshments. |
South Yorkshire
Aircraft Museum
Doncaster |
16th
May
2010 |
Ripon
Races - Ripon, Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse
Handicap |
Ripon Races |
16th
May
2010 |
CLASSICAL RECITAL PROGRAMME - This season, for the
first time ever, Selby Town Hall plays host to a
series of Sunday afternoon classical recitals,
introducing a different art form to the venue at an
affordable price in an informal environment.
Today - PAULA HARRIS - Acclaimed soprano singing a
selecion of popular classics and the occasional show
tune with piano accompaniment. 3.00 pm |
Selby
Town Hall |
16th
May
2010 |
Gretchen Peters - Gretchen Peters arrived in
Nashville in the late 80s as a singing, songwriting
product of New York, Boulder, Colorado and
politically active parents. As a composer she found
immediate commercial success with her closely
observed story-songs recorded by some of mainstream
country's finest voices; Trisha Yearwood, Patty
Loveless, George Strait and most famously, Martina
McBride. Independence Day, sung by McBride, earned
Gretchen a Grammy nomination and CMA Song of the
Year honours. As a performer, her sophisticated
folk-pop songs, sung in a fetching soprano that's as
sultry as it is girlish, and rendered with the
sensitivity and patience required to tease out the
nuance in every corner of a story, have brought
Gretchen extraordinary success across the world.
7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
18th
May
2010 |
York
St John University Town & Gown Lecture Series - The
Town & Gown Public Lecture series brings together
York St John University's eminent academics, high
profile speakers and our community together for a
series of lectures to be enjoyed by all. The series
aims to welcome the community onto our campus to
learn about a range of interesting and stimulating
themes.
Lecture by Mr Don Stewart, Project Director,
Yorkshire Gold - "The Value of London 2012 to
Yorkshire"
This lecture focuses on how Yorkshire Gold is
ensuring the people, communities and businesses of
Yorkshire and Humber benefit commercially, socially,
culturally and in every other possible way from the
London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. This
is executed through 5 main strands of the strategy
and with our 5 partners – Sports with Sport England,
Communities with LGYH, Culture with the Arts
Council, Tourism with Welcome to Yorkshire and
Business with Yorkshire Forward.
Don Stewart is Special Project Director for Welcome
to Yorkshire. This is a response to the
opportunities provided by the recession for the
growth of domestic tourism and brings together a
growing number of interests in the region. Starting
with Yorkshire Forward’s major events programme,
Screen Yorkshire and the Regional Olympic Committee,
Don is creating a common cause with public, private
and the third sector to ensure that Yorkshire
achieves more than its fair share of domestic
tourism and investment.
The lecture will take place at 6.30pm in Fountains
Lecture Theatre, located just off Lord Mayor's Walk
at York St John University. Refreshments will be
available prior to and following the lecture, we
would be pleased if you can join us.
The Town & Gown Public Lecture series is free of
charge and open to all, to request a ticket please
contact the Events Team at York St John University
on T: 01904 876503 or E: town&gown@yorksj.ac.uk |
York St John University
Town & Gown Lecture Series |
19th
May
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
19th
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
19th
May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Sarah Beth Briggs piano
plays Schumann Papillons op. 2 Chopin
Fantasy in F minor op. 49 Schumann Arabeske
op. 18 Chopin Scherzo in C sharp minor op. 39
Barcarolle op. 60 Schumann Kinderszenen
op. 15 Chopin Ballade in A flat op. 47
Ballade in F minor op. 52
‘An artist of extraordinary magnetism’ Daily
Telegraph
Sarah Beth Briggs gained international recognition
when she was joint winner of the International
Mozart Competition in Salzburg. She had previously
made a very successful start to her UK career by
becoming one of the youngest-ever finalists in the
history of the BBC Young Musician of the Year, going
on to make her London concerto debut at just 12.
Recitals, concerto performances and chamber music
ensembles take her to the USA and mainland Europe
but she needs no introduction in Yorkshire, where
she is well known as a performer and teacher. Her
programme celebrates Chopin and Schumann who were
both born in 1810 |
Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
19th
May
2010 |
Acoustic Night in The Loft - Set in the eves of an
historic 17th century building we welcome some
members of the York Songwriters Circle will present
an evening of music and entertainment. 8.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
19th
May
2010 |
St
Mary's Church Tour - A free tour of the richly
decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by
William Burges. 11.00 am meet at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
19th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Sledmere Village Hall
Sledmere
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
19th
May
2010 |
The
Fureys & Davey Arthur - The Fureys & Davey Arthur
are responsible for some of the most stirring Irish
music ever to capture the public imagination. Their
folk based music has received standing ovations in
some of the biggest concert halls of the world. Over
the years some of their greatest admirers have
ranged from the neighbours they grew up with in
Ballyfermot to the top sports people and politicians
of the world and have performed for leaders such as
former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Irish
President Mary McAleese and Pope John Paul.
After 32 years the legends of Irish music are still
travelling the world bringing their music, songs and
stories to generations who have enjoyed them over
the years. With two top 40 albums in the UK and
chart successes with When You Were Sweet Sixteen
and The Green Fields of France this is sure
to be a memorable evening. |
Pocklington
Arts Centre |
20th
May
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Eddie Walker
This great guitar picker, singer and all-round
entertainer is one of our perennial favourites.
Eddie performs a seamless blend of old blues, rags
and hillbilly numbers, traditional and modern
British and American folk songs, guitar
instrumentals and original pieces. Top notch stuff! |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
20th
May
2010 |
Wetherby Races |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
21st
May
2010 |
York
Astronomical Society - TBC by Dr Allan Chapman
All are welcome. 8.00 pm |
The Denham Room
Priory Street Centre
York Astronomical Society |
21st
May
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races |
Catterick
Racecourse |
21st
May
2010 |
GORDON GILTRAP - one of the most innovative acoustic
guitarists in the UK |
7.30
pm
Frazer Theatre
Knaresborough
Kula Events |
22nd
May
2010 |
York
Races - The May Spring Meeting
A chance to take a Spring weekend at York on a
relaxed Saturday, with quality racing.
The first Saturday of the York season will see us
welcome back families, with accompanied under 16’s
being admitted free of charge. A spring Saturday at
York always offers a great atmosphere as people
enjoy the award winning facilities and take in the
exciting action on the course.
The Stowe Family Law LLP Grand Cup, is a Listed
race, which means it will be won by a horse of real
quality; last year’s winner, Caracciola, went on to
win at Royal Ascot. It’s likely that twenty
thoroughbreds will hurtle down the home straight in
the feature sprint, the sportingbet.com Stakes;
being close to such a spectacle is always a treat.
York is a great city to visit for a weekend and a
day at the racecourse offers a treat for visitors
and residents. |
York
Races |
22nd
May
2010 |
Yorkshire Bach Choir present - A Music Strange
English 17th century spiritual music by Gibbons,
Weelkes, Tomkins and Jeffreys
The English Church under James 1 and Charles I was
blessed with composers of great individuality and
inventiveness. Tomkins, Weelkes and Gibbons maintain
their place in the liturgy today, while the works of
Jeffreys open an unusual window on 17th-century
spirituality. |
St
Michael-le-Belfrey Church
Yorkshire Bach Choir |
22nd
May
2010 |
Black
Dyke Band - An evening with the world’s most famous
brass band. With special guests Yorkshire Youth
Band.
Programme including -
Saint Saens Finale from Organ Symphony
Elgar Nimrod
Walton Crown Imperial
Holst Jupiter (I Vow to Thee my Country)
Wagner Procession to the Minster |
York
Minster |
22nd
May
2010 |
Otley
Show, organised by The Wharfedale Agricultural
Society - OTLEY SHOW was first held in 1796, over
200 years ago and now spans 4 centuries.
Cancellations have been few and far between, twice
in the 1800's, throughout the war years, more
recently in 1983 due to flooding and in 2001 due to
the Foot and Mouth epidemic.
The farmers around Otley in the late 1700's were
keen to apply developments in agriculture taking
place elsewhere in the U.K. In 1796 a competition
for various livestock classes was conducted in the
yard of the Royal White Horse Hotel. The Show acted
as a focus for the local farming community to
promote and encourage improvements in livestock
breeding. It continues to support the regions'
farming and agricultural communities, as well as
providing a major boost to the local economy and
remains one of the most successful and well attended
events in the town's calendar.
The Otley Show attracts an average 15000 visitors
and in addition to which has exhibitors in Cattle,
Sheep, Horses, Goats, Poultry, Dogs, Rabbits,
Produce, Handicrafts, Floral Art and Farriers. In
excess of 100 Trade Stand Exhibitors and 40+ Craft
Exhibitors also attend the show. |
Otley Show |
22nd
May
2010 |
World
Heritage Site Tour - Take a tour to find out what
makes Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal a World
Heritage Site. 10.30 am meet at The Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
22nd
May
2010 |
The
Moors Sessions - Live @ The Manor House present Rick
Bockner in Concert. One of Canada's greatest
acoustic guitarists, singers and songwriters.
Our venue is a 16th-century stone built Manor House,
reconstructed in the grounds of the Ryedale Folk
Museum |
Ryedale Folk Museum
Hutton le Hole
Festival on the Moor |
22nd
May
2010 |
Barbershopera - Following on from its successful
West End run, this award-winning musical comedy
tells the unlikely story of a Catalan matador who
inherits a Norfolk barbershop, in a delightfully
madcap show packed with laughs, tears and stampeding
cows - all in four-part harmony. Will our young hero
manage to enchant the locals with his continental
flair? How will he fare against local favourite
Trevor Sorbet in a high-stakes coiffeurs' cut-off?
Can he win the heart of the beautiful town crier?
And will he ever leave Norfolk again? Barbershopera
has won three Musical Theatre Matters Awards for its
acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe runs in both 2008 and
2009 and is to be broadcast as a Radio 4 afternoon
play this year. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
22nd
May
2010 |
Kirkby Fleetham Folk Club has been set up to set up
to promote local and upcoming Folk/ Acoustic/Roots
artistes and to present bigger name guests to
promote folk and roots music in this part of North
Yorkshire.
Tonight - Ladies Night - Flossie & One Stone (Wendy
Arowsmith & Rebekah Findlay) |
Kirkby Fleetham Folk Club |
22nd
May
2010 |
The
Band Room on the North York Moors - variously
described as 'England's tiniest major venue,'
'The greatest small venue on Earth' and 'a
corrugated iron shed in the middle of nowhere.'
(It's all true...) present - WINTER
Our favourite Swedish band returns with their
incendiary fusion of rootsy guitar rock, Americana,
country, folk and blues. Singer Anna-Lena Winter has
supported BOB DYLAN back home and her band counts
DYLAN, NEIL YOUNG, GILLIAN WELCH and DAVE RAWLINGS
among their friends. But Winter's influences are
diverse and seamlessly re-worked. They make music in
the same class as LUCINDA WILLIAMS, EMMYLOU HARRIS
and 10,000 MANIACS, are propelled by guitars as
explosive as KEITH RICHARDS and ZZ TOP, and are as
tight as BLONDIE and as epic as U2. |
The
Band Room
Farndale |
22nd
May
2010 |
Choral Concert - A diverse evening of entertainment
is promised by members of Barnard Castle School
Choral Society. |
The Bowes Museum |
22nd May -
5th September
2010 |
York
Art Gallery Special Exhibitions - China: Journey
to the East
This major exhibition offers visitors the chance to
encounter artefacts from one of the most important
and influential civilisations in world history.
China: Journey to the East spans 3,000 years
of Chinese history and culture, exploring themes of
play and performance, technology, belief and
festivals, food and drink, and language and writing.
China has been a major influence on many parts of
the world through trade and the movement of peoples.
Chinese Diaspora communities form a vital part of
the history of many other countries, including
Britain.
This unique exhibition features over 100 objects
from the British Museum, the largest loan of Chinese
material the Museum has made in the UK. |
York Art Gallery |
22/23rd May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
22/23rd May
2010 |
Kite
Festival - A fantastic day with Kites of all
colours, shapes and sizes taking to the air at
Harewood. Don't forget to bring your teddy with you
for the teddy bear drop which will take place twice
during the day.
Parachuting Teddy Bears - Returning to Harewood this
year by popular demand are Caroline and Jerry Swift
with their team who will be operating two parachute
rigs. Bring your brave bears to perform this
certified parachute drop. The bears will be fitted
with a suitable chute and hoisted high using one of
Swift’s many kites. Through an ingenious release
mechanism the bear then floats gently to
earth.Volunteer bears receive a certificate noting
their bravery.
There will be spectacular displays throughout the
day from...
Wigsley Wings Kite Dsiplay Team - An eight person
team who attend kite festivals around Europe and who
have the largest selection of Monster kites that can
be seen anywhere. They will be bringing to Harewood
their collection of giant teddy Bears and other
inflateables.
Skyartisits Kite Display Team - An eight person team
who are the kite organisers of this event. They have
a large collection of giant Kites from all corners
of the world and some of which are made by team
members and are unique.
Kite Collective - The Bindon family, Daz Smith,
Karen George and Dave Holt (commentator) bring their
fantastic selection of kites to Harewood.
The Lincoln Loonies - Team display of power and
traction kites with buggying, boarding and man
lifting from a kite, very dangerous...don’t try this
at home!
Team4mation - From the north of England a Revolution
quad trick stunt kite team who perform amazing
sequence displays to music and invite you to attempt
to fly one of their four line kites if you dare.
Dave Holt - Our commentator for this event is Dave
Holt, a world renowed kite designer/maker and a
member of Kite Collective (see above). Bringing to
you his vast knowledge of kites through his
commentary over both days at Harewood.
Graham Lockwood (One Man, 3 Kites) - Graham is one
of only a few men in the world who can fly three
stunt kites at the same time in ballet sequence to
music, be amazed.
The Northern Kite Group - Many members with their
wide variety of kites.
The North East Kite Fliers - Many members with their
wide variety of kites including their unique
European Air Gallery. |
Harewood
House |
23rd
May
2010 |
The
Ebor Singers Services - The Ebor Singers sing
services in York churches, including York Minster
and All Saints Church, North Street.
Sung Eucharist
Pentecost |
7.30
pm
All Saints Church
North Street
Ebor Singers |
23rd
May
2010 |
The
Juan Martin Ensemble - A celebrated virtuoso of the
flamenco guitar who has been voted one the top three
guitarists in the world by US magazine 'Guitar
Player'.
Juan Martin is a native of Andalucía, and has formed
his own international company for the promotion of
high quality flamenco coming direct from his
country. Juan has recorded 18 albums, mostly as a
composer, and performs with a highly distinctive
compositional style formed from his early years in
Málaga. Further experience and polish came through
recordings with the Royal Philharmonic and live
performances with artists of the calibre of Miles
Davis.
'…he has a terrifyingly good technique and an
absolute dominance of the guitar, filling the
concert hall with crystalline clarity..' El
Mundo |
7.30 pm
The
National Centre
for Early Music |
23rd
May
2010 |
Pentecost Service - Ecumenical service. Everyone
welcome. 3.00 pm at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
23-31st May
2010 |
Castle Howard - 'Alice' - Outdoor promenade
theatre production
Outdoor promenade theatre production based on the
classic stories by Lewis Carroll. Pre-booking
Essential |
Castle Howard |
24th
May
2010 |
Yorkshire Philosophical Society Lecture Programme
2009-10
Married to the Minster: being Mrs Dean -
Viola Jones of The Deanery, York
For further details phone 01904 656713 |
7.30
pm
The Hospitium
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Yorkshire
Philosophical Society |
24th
May
2010 |
Thirsk Races - Evening Meeting |
Thirsk
Races |
25th
May
2010 |
Castle Howard Temples & Statues - Evening Tour with
Curator.
Enjoy a summer evening tour of the 18th-century lead
sculptures, and discover their strange history and
remarkable recovery. After hearing of the
disappearance of the Temple of Venus enjoy a glass
of wine and canapes in Vanbrugh's beautiful Temple
of the Four Winds. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
25th
May
2010 |
Fairfax House events - Clocks, Cogs and Wheels
An opportunity to appreciate the inner workings of
the clocks in the Terry Collection.
Horologist and clocks conservator, David Barker,
returns by popular demand to reveal the intricate
details of the nationally significant Noel Terry
collection of clocks. David will give a special
access tour followed by a demonstration in which he
disassembles/reassembles one of the clocks to reveal
its construction and interior workings.
Pre-booking Essential 7.00 pm |
Fairfax House |
25th
May
2010 |
Ripon
Races - Nick Wilmot-Smith Memorial Handicap |
Ripon Races |
26th
May
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
26th
May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
26th
May
2010 |
The
Ebor Lecture Series - The Ebor Lectures are a
response to the growing need for theology to
interact with public issues of contemporary society.
Public theology is about engaging in dialogue with a
range of communities on issues wider than narrowly
defined religious matters. This series of lectures
aims to promote public conversation and to
contribute to the formation of personal decisions
and collective policy-making in economic, political
and social spheres. It is also an ecumenical project
that seeks to exchange insights between academia and
religious traditions and to build bridges between
church and other religious groups. The lectures
relate faith to public concerns including politics,
economics, contemporary culture, religion and
spirituality, society and globalisation, local and
global Christianity.
Theme for 2009-10 lectures: Business as Usual? The
Global Economy Crisis and the Future of Capitalism -
The recent economic crisis has affected millions
of lives and has been met by unprecedented measures
by governments and international economic
organisations across the world. It has also raised
calls for reform of the current capitalist market
systems, especially from religious and moral
considerations. The Ebor lectures for 2009-10
examine the root causes of the economic crisis,
analyse its local and global implications, evaluate
the current theory and practice of the capitalist
market, and suggest directions for the future of
capitalism.
Tonights lecture - Beyond Capitalism Religious
Contrbutions to Greater Wellbeing by Canon Dr
John Atherton - William Temple Foundation.
The Revd Dr. John Atherton retired as canon
theologian of Manchester Cathedral in 2004. He
continues to work for the William Temple Foundation
(with which he has been associated since 1974)
overseeing its work on religion and economics. His
publications have increasingly reflected this
interest, they include: Christianity and the
Market (1992), Public Theology for Changing
Times (2000), Marginalization (2003),
Transfiguring Capitalism: An Enquiry into Religion
and Global Change (2008) and Through the Eye
of A Needle: Theological Conversations over Poitical
Economy (2007). He is currently completing a
research council funded programme on religion and
happiness, leading to a publication The Practices
of Happiness: Political Economy, Religion and
Wellbeing (2010). He continues to be an honorary
lecturer at Manchester University. These interests
link to his contributions to Faith in the City
(1984) and Faithful Cities (2006). He is also
currently editor of Crucible, the national journal
on Christian social ethics. He also has close links
with Sweden, particularly Uppsala University, where
he holds the degree of Doctor of Sacred Theology.
Tickets are free but must be booked in advance. If
you wish to book a ticket please use our
online booking form or E:eborlectures@yorksj.ac.uk
stating your name, address and the date you are
booking for and the number of tickets required. |
7.00 pm
York St John University
Ebor Lectures |
26th
May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Gamelan Sekar Petak with
dancers from Northern School of Contemporary Dance
The exciting collaboration between the gamelan and
the NSCD continues with new work choreographed by
their senior students to scores by York composers.
Featuring traditional Javanese and Western music,
old and new, the gamelan concert is always a season
highlight. Described as ‘one instrument played by
many people’ the spectacular gongs and metallophones
of the gamelan create an ethereal and enchanting
sound world. |
Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
26th
May
2010 |
Tour
the English Heritage Archaeology Store at Helmsley -
Free guided tours lead by English Heritage Curators
- View the archaeology collection from English
Heritage properties.
- Find out amazing stories behind the collection.
- Chances to handle original objects.
Tours at 11.00 am, 1.00 pm & 3.00 pm. Pre-booking
essential call Helmsley TIC 01439 770173 |
Helmsley Archaeology Store |
26th
May
2010 |
Beverley Races - The Hilary Needler Trophy Night -
Evening Meeting |
Beverley Races |
26th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
North Duffield Village Hall
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
27th
May
2010 |
Wine
Tasting in The Loft - English Wine Week
An extra event to our usual monthly tastings, we
celebrate English Wine Week. We team up with The
Wine Academy and run tutored wine tastings along
with one course supper and coffee. Wine Academy
staff or a guest speaker will conduct the relaxed
informal tasting and our chefs will choose a dish to
compliment the theme of the evening. 7.30 pm |
Melton's Too |
27th
May
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Will Kaufman
presents: Woody Guthrie - Hard Times and Hard
Travellin' - A special presentation
Prof. Kaufman has won widespread praise for his
Guthrie shows. Here he sets Woody’s songs in the
context of Depression Era America, performing such
hard hitting numbers as Vigilante Man and Pretty Boy
Floyd and highlighting the mixture of music and
radical politics that marks Guthrie's most powerful
work. |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
27th
May
2010 |
Wetherby Races - Evening Meeting |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
27th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Penistone Paramount
Penistone
Sheffield
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
28th
May
2010 |
Hidden Tours of York Minster - These tours are an
opportunity to experience areas of the Minster not
normally accessible to the public.
Tours at 7.30 pm and 8.00 pm. Tickets are limited to
10 per tour. Early booking is essential. |
York
Minster |
28th
May
2010 |
House
Concerts present - ambeR Rubarth & Jim Bianco
ambeR rubarth's star is rising fast. A gifted
songwriter with a terrific stage presence she has
been wooing fans from coast to coast in her native
USA, and Europe, and she played a sell out show here
back in October 2008. Recently she toured with
Joshua Radin.
Her debut record was lauded as "Top 10 of 2005" in
The Owl Mag (alongside Kanye West, Fiona Apple and
Jack Johnson). She toured non-stop across the US and
Europe, fine-tuning her own style of songs that
beamed a refreshing mixture of vulnerability and
courage, melancholia and optimism. "Washing Day"
(co-written with Adam Levy) was awarded 1st Place in
the International Songwriting Competition (Lyrics),
judged by masters of their craft such as Tom Waits
and Brian Wilson. The music video for the song was
selected for this year's SXSW festival, alongside
videos for Thom Yorke and Weird Al Yankovic.
As Music Connection (who put her in their Hot 100
Artists this year) says, Rubarth has "excellent
mastery of the guitar, equally impressive on piano..
and a soaring voice that can belt out any tune...
she may become unstoppable."
Jim Bianco's new record - Sing - is a
mishmash of styles and influences that include Tom
Waits, sexy jazz, Elvis Costello, Soul Coughing,
straight ahead pop, spoken word raps, and almost
everything in between. While you might think the
young singer is biting off more than he can chew,
the record has a nice flow and no song seems out of
place or forced.... This record is a really unique
listen, and really showcases the diversity and
ambition Bianco has. SOLD
OUT |
House
Concerts |
28th
May
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Zamar
From traditional spirituals to contemporary gospel
tracks, Zamar gospel choir concerts are lively and
joyous occasions, and have plenty of infectious
enthusiasm! The choir, with a smaller semi-chorus,
numbers around 50 singers and often performs with
piano and other instruments. |
Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
28th
May
2010 |
Beginners Photography Workshop - One day beginners
photography workshop in the glorious surroundings
and interiors of Harewood House.
The course includes coffee on arrival, camera set
up, focus and composition technique tuition as we
work around the House & grounds.
After a sandwich lunch, we will look into more
creative photography using aperture priority in the
rose garden or on the terrace, followed by an
exclusive opportunity to photograph in the House
State Rooms.
Critiques regarding composition and technique will
be carried out throughout the day to help you learn
more effectively with a final coffee break and Q&A
session.
The course is ideally suited to digital SLR users
wishing to improve or learn landscape photographic
techniques and a tripod would greatly enhance the
learning process.
Tripods may be available, contact Chris for details
on 07920 044094. Tripods will be loaned out on a
fist come first served basis, so please phone to
confirm in advance.
10.30 am - 5.00 pm |
Harewood
House |
28th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 01: John Bryan Lecture - Looking for Lost
Sounds: Searching for the early Tudor viol.
Music was an essential ingredient in the pageantry
and entertainment at the court of Henry VIII, who
owned viols and employed musicians to play them.
Professor John Bryan (University of Huddersfield)
investigates the relationship between the Tudor viol
and the reconstructed family of Italian ‘Costa’
viols played by the Rose Consort of Viols on
Saturday lunchtime (see Event 4). 12.30 pm |
Beverley Friary
Friar's Lane
Beverley
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
28th
May
2010 |
Sarah
Savoy and The Francadians - Based in Paris and led
by the Louisiana born-and-raised daughter of Cajun
music's first family, Sarah Savoy, alongside French
musicians David Rolland (accordion), Vincent
Blin (fiddle), and Manolo Gonzales (bass),
The Francadians performs traditional Cajun and
zydeco tunes, reaching back as far as the earliest
roots of Louisiana music. With a unique take on the
music of her ancestors, Sarah belts out sassy blues,
growls through honky-tonk-inspired songs of the
1940s and 50s, and wails the bitterness of some of
Cajun music's most forlorn waltzes as well as adding
a few country and rockabilly numbers for good
measure. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
28th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 02: Stile Antico - Monteverdi: Missa In
IlloTempore. Monteverdi's tribute to the
Renaissance.
For music lovers, the year 1610 is famous for the
publication of the Monteverdi Vespers, a
virtuosic, exuberant showpiece which will be
performed in York on Friday 9 July. Less widely
known is that the same publication contained another
remarkable composition, entirely different in
conception and outlook: the sumptuous 'Missa in
illo tempore'.
In this exquisite work, Monteverdi pays affectionate
homage to the style of his Renaissance forerunners.
Chief among these was Palestrina, whose
psalm-motets, programmed here between the movements
of Monteverdi's mass, are perfect examples of the
simplicity and profound beauty which established him
as the greatest composer of the Italian Renaissance
(see event 3 for associated workshop).
STILE ANTICO is an ensemble of young British
singers, now established as one of the most original
and exciting new voices in its field. Prizewinners
at the 2005 Early Music Network International Young
Artists' Competition, the group is much in demand in
concert, performing regularly throughout Europe and
North America.
'The young singers of Stile Antico are
magnificent - glorious music, gloriously sung'
The Observer. 8.00 pm |
Beverley Minster
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
28-31st May
2010 |
Ryedale Folk Weekend - Blue Sun - Rick Bockner -
Brother Crow - Rebekah Findlay - Richard Grainger -
Barbara Helen - High Level Ranters - Paul Metsers -
Kern Morris - John Kirkpatrick - The Old Dance
School - John Ward & Mario Price - Jim Radford -
Martyn Wyndham Read - Stealing Sheep - Steve Dawes &
Helen Pitt - Stormcrow - Ethan Thomas - Steve
Tilston - Steve Turner - Penni Maclaren Walker -
Whitby Community Choir - Zoox and more to come...
Workshops - Singarounds - Concerts - Sessions in the
finest setting......... |
Ryedale Folk Museum
Hutton le Hole
Festival on the Moor |
29th
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Choccy and Sweetie Tour. A delicious tour - hear
the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit choccy
and sweetie shops and taste free samples! 10.30 am
and 2.00 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
29th
May
2010 |
Meet the Laundrymaid - Living history in our
Victorian laundry. From possers to mangles, learn
all about the life of a laundrymaid and her duties!
First talk at 12noon |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
29th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 03: Monteverdi Workshop: DO YOU ENJOY
SINGING?.
To celebrate the 400th anniversary of the
publication of Monteverdi's famous 1610 Vespers,
and Stile Antico's performance of the 'Missa in
illo tempore' in Beverley Minster, the National
Centre for Early Music is organising a workshop
designed to explore the psalm settings from this
famous collection directed by Clive McClelland –
Chorus Master of Leeds Baroque.
The aim will be to intersperse the plainsong
antiphons for 2nd Vespers on the 'Feast of
the Blessed Virgin Mary the Queen' (31 May) in
order to create a quasiliturgical sequence. The
movements to be studied are: Psalm 109 (110)
Dixit Dominus; Psalm 112 (113) Laudate Pueri;
Psalm 121 (122) Laetatus sum; Psalm 126 (127)
Nisi Dominus and Psalm 147 (147 vv 12-20)
Lauda Jerusalem.
Singers will need to be good sight-readers or to
have had some experience of singing this repertoire
before. The afternoon will conclude with an informal
performance in St Mary's Church at 4:00 pm to which
all are welcome, free of charge |
10.30 am
St Mary's Church Hall
North Bar Within
Beverley
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
29th
May
2010 |
Fairies, Goblins, Herbs and Plants! A family walk to
discover the folk tales and fairy stories linked to
herbs and plants around the estate. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. 10.30 am meet at the
Visitor Centre |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
29th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 04: Rose Consort of Viols - 'From Bologna
to Britannia: Travels of the Early Viol Consort'.
The instruments used for this concert were specially
built, based on viols painted by Lorenzo Costa in
Bologna in 1497. Costa worked for Isabella d'Este, a
well known patroness of the arts, who delighted in
sophisticated instrumental pieces by Franco-Flemish
composers. The 'Henry VIII Manuscript' in London
curiously contains several of the same pieces,
alongside works by English composers. If the music
travelled to Britain, might instruments similar to
Costa's viols have done so too?
'the ensemble colours that emerge are pastel and
translucent.' The Gramophone |
12.30 pm
Beverley Minster
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
29th
May
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races |
Catterick
Racecourse |
29th
May
2010 |
Beverley Races - Brian Yeardley Continental Two Year
Old Trophy Meeting |
Beverley Races |
29th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 05: Beverley Early Music Festival Schools'
Chorus
Following the success of the inaugural Beverley
Schools Chorus last year, students from East Riding
Schools including Woldgate College, Longcroft and
South Hunsley will perform works by Haydn and Mozart
including Haydn's delightful 'Little Organ Mass'
alongside instrumentalists from the University of
York and the National Centre for Early Music with
soprano Bethany Seymour. |
5.00 pm
Toll Gavel Methodist Church
Beverley
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
29th
May
2010 |
Louisiana Red and Michael Messer - Born in Alabama
in 1932, Red is one of the last great bluesmen still
performing who earned his place on stage through the
harsh realities of life and learned his craft from
the fathers and grandfathers of the blues; the likes
of Son House, Lightnin' Hopkins, BB King and John
Lee Hooker. A WC Handy Award winner, Louisiana Red
performs in the almost lost tradition of spontaneous
composition, from the old acoustic sounds of Robert
Johnson all the way to the urban electric Chicago
style of his mentor, Muddy Waters.
Michael Messer is recognised as one of the leading
slide guitarists and blues innovators in the world
with an obsessive appetite for knowledge of his art
that is virtually unrivalled. Spirit Magazine listed
Michael as one of the greatest slide guitarists
ever, alongside Duane Allman and Ry Cooder. 7.30 pm |
Selby Town
Hall |
29th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 06: Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
The Festival is delighted to welcome one of the
world's finest baroque orchestras to Beverley.
Directed by Yorkshire born Matthew Truscott, the
programme will include one of Bach's most glorious
masterpieces – the Double Violin Concerto in D
minor – alongside a Suite of Songs and Dances
from Purcell's Fairy Queen and Concerto
Grossi and arias by Handel.
THE ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT is a world
renowned orchestra which plays on original
instruments to bring out the very best of classical
music as it was intended to be heard. Its players
lead the Orchestra themselves with a commitment,
enjoyment and energy which translates directly into
the quality, vitality and dynamism of each
performance. The Orchestra's uniquely versatile and
pioneering spirit of music making encourages a
warmth and involvement which makes every performance
an edge-of-the-seat experience for performers and
audiences alike.
Handel Concerto Grosso op 6 no 10 D min
Purcell Suite from The Fairy Queen
Prelude
Hornpipe
Rondeau
See, see even Night herself
A Dance of the Followers of Night
I am come to lock all fast Fairies
Dance Prelude
Thrice happy Lovers Symphony while the Swans come
forward
The Plaint: O let me weep!
Entry Dance
Chaconne
-interval-
J. S. Bach Violin Concerto in D minor for 2
violins
Handel
Alcina - Ombre Pallide
Rodelinda – Ritorna, o caro
Giulio Cesare – Da Tempeste
Handel Concerto Grosso op 6 no 9 F maj
Encore: Rinaldo – Lascia ch'io pianga
|
5.00 pm
Toll Gavel Methodist Church
Beverley
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
29th
May
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Otley Courthouse Theatre
Otley
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
29/30th May
2010 |
York
Roman Festival - York Roman Festival is a public
celebration of York's rich Roman history and
entertains and educates thousands of residents and
visitors to the city.
Founded in AD71, it was from York that the famous IX
Legion disappeared, where Emperors Septimius Severus
and Constantius Chlorus died and where , on the 25th
July 306, Constantine The Great was proclaimed
'Imperator'. |
Various Venues
York
Roman Festival |
29/30th May
2010 |
Pottery Weekend at York Art Gallery - Explore the
Gallery of Pots and learn different techniques for
building with clay with local potter, Penny
Phillips. 11.00 am – 3.30 pm |
York
Art Gallery
York Museums
Trust Events
opens pdf file |
29/30th May
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
29-31st May
2010 |
Get Up and Get Growing! - A call to action for
anyone who wants to grow their own vegetables but
doesn't have the space and/or know how. Join us in
the garden for tips on how to be environmentally
friendly and 'waste not'; what to plant and when
with practical demonstrations on growing
organically; creative containers for small spaces;
gardeners' tea in the tearoom and garden games for
the young and young at heart! And more! |
Treasurer's House |
29-31st May
2010 |
Ryedale Folk Weekend - A great bank holiday weekend
event for everyone, with concerts, workshops and
family entertainment. |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
29-31st May
2010 |
Copper Kettle Festival - Country & Western Music
Festival |
Sledmere
House |
29-31st May
2010 |
Get
Medieval! Join the costumed re-enactors around their
abbey encampment. Watch and take part in activities
and demonstrations based on 15th century life. 11.00
am - 5.00 pm |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
29-31st May
2010 |
Wartime Weekend - Two explosive battle re-enactments
each day with a variety of soldiers from the 1940's.
The Northern World War 2 Association brings over 100
soldiers and civilians to the castle for a
spectacular weekend in the 1940's.
This event commemorates the 70th anniversary of the
Second World War and also includes children's
activities, 1940's music and sing alongs and
demonstration of Dig for Victory, Ration Book
cooking and Make Do & Mend with a series of
presentations of the Home Front civilians. A
highlight on Sunday and Monday will be a spectacular
aerial display of the unique Hurricane bomber
aircraft. 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
Scarborough Castle |
29-31st May
2010 |
Fairy
Trail for Children - Concealed within these
enchanting gardens are the mini model Victorian
fairies who promise a fun sticker to those who can
find them. From 10.00 am |
Brodsworth Hall
& Gardens |
29th
May -
6th June
2010 |
Tudor
Trail for Children - Can you find Henry VIII and his
six wives and uncover the grisly truth behind the
untimely deaths of Anne Boylen and Kathryn Howard.
You'll need to keep your head to complete this trail
and recieve your sticker prize. l0.00 am - 6.00 pm |
Cliffords Tower
York |
29th
May -
6th June
2010 |
Putting History to the Test - Was it really like
that? Find out the reality of life in times gone by
in a fun and practical way. Take a closer look at
historical objects from the museum in our
interactive Studio spaces. Suitable for all ages.
Gingerbread - Taste the history of gingerbread in
our fully-equipped Kitchen Studio! The first recipes
were written down in Medieval times and it is still
a firm favourite today. Help us re-create recipes
from the past and explore how gingerbread has been
shaped, decorated and eaten. Do you have a favourite
gingerbread recipe to share with us? |
York Castle Museum |
29th
May -
6th June
2010 |
Castle Howard - Half-Term activities for Children
Children’s activities based around Lewis Carroll’s,
Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the
looking Glass. All activities will be included
in the usual admission rate. |
Castle Howard |
29th
May -
6th June
2010 |
The
Path to Paradise - Walk a labyrinth laid out at
Rievaulx Abbey. Based on the medieval design set
into the floor at Chartres Cathedral and with poetry
and music provided by North Country Theatre. Two
costumed actors , a monk and a musician, use song
lines, poetry and music to create an atmosphere as
visitors walk the path. Take as long as you like to
walk the path as a meditation, as a bit of fun, as
an exercise or as a social gathering. l1.00 am -
4.00 pm |
Rievaulx Abbey |
29th
May -
6th June
2010 |
Medieval Knights Trail & Dressing up for Children -
The Queen has asked you to invite the mini model
English Heritage knights and squires to a banquet.
Can you find them and deliver this invitation in
time? You'll be royally rewarded with a fun sticker.
Also there is the chance to dress up with a dressing
up box full of children's size medieval costumes
ready for your very own photo opportunity. From
10.00 am |
Richmond Castle |
29th
May -
13th June
2010 |
The
unique mix that is The Swaledale Festival -
Start your summer at the Swaledale Festival, your
chance to hear fantastic live music in our beautiful
corner of the world. The Festival has a longstanding
reputation for programming a distinctive balance of
musical styles - you can hear classical, choral,
jazz, folk and world music in intimate Dales venues. |
The
Swaledale Festival |
29th
May -
18th June
2010 |
Putting History to the Test - Was it really like
that? Find out the reality of life in times gone by
in a fun and practical way. Take a closer look at
historical objects from the museum in our
interactive Studio spaces. Suitable for all ages.
Heads up! - Investigate different styles of hats
from the past and help us choose when they would
have been worn and how in our Costume and Textile
Studio. Explore close up the art of hat making, how
hats were looked after and which suits you best! |
York Castle Museum |
30th
May
2010 |
Guided Walk - Spring Photography with Paul & Nancy
Rhodes. Bring your camera. 2.00 pm start from the
Gatehouse |
York Cemetery |
30/31st May
2010 |
Castle Howard - Artsmix Contemporary Art Market. In
the Stable Courtyard, from 10am until 4pm with free
entry |
Castle Howard |
30th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 07: The York Waits - Music of the Minstrels
Beverley was historically the meeting place for
musicians in the north of England, and the Minster
contains one of the largest collections of
instrumental carvings in Europe. The York Waits will
breathe life into these famous medieval carvings by
performing music from this period on many of the
instruments depicted and, with the help of projected
slides, discuss the sculptures and their
significance.
'The Waits created a wonderful variety of sound
textures' York Press |
3.00 pm
Toll Gavel Methodist Church
Beverley
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
30th
May
2010 |
The
Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival 2010 -
Event 08: Dunedin Consort and Players - G. F.
Handel: Acis & Galatea
This disarmingly simple story contains some of the
Baroque's most memorable music including the
unstoppably bubbling happiness of 'Happy, happy
we' and 'Heart, the seat of soft delight'.
THE DUNEDIN CONSORT'S recently released recording by
Linn Records of Handel's famous 'pastoral
entertainment' Acis & Galatea - using the original
Cannons performing version of 1718 - has met with
universal acclaim being CD of the month in
Gramophone magazine (Jan 2009); BBC Radio 3's
Building a Library (1st choice); finalist in the
Baroque Vocal category of the 2009 Classic FM
Gramophone Awards and winning the Opus d'Or Award.
'If there's a state-of-the-art Handel recording,
it's this.' Philadelphia Inquirer |
7.30 pm
St James' Church
Warter
Beverley and East
Riding Early
Music Festival |
30/31st May
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Wild West Weekend - Following the success of last
year's event when we all 'Went Western'. Why not
come along in fancy dress and get into the spirit of
it. Meet the cowboys on the fort, pan for gold or
try your hand with a lasso. You may even see a
'shoot out' before taking a leisurely train ride. |
Murton Park |
30/31st May
2010 |
Yorkshire Game Fair
The Yorkshire Game Fair looks to bring the
excitement of the countryside alive for visitors of
all ages.
With demonstrations, competitions & activities going
on throughout both days, there is something of
interest for everyone.
So whether you are a serious sporting countryman or
just looking for a great day out, the Yorkshire Game
Fair is sure to deliver. We look forward to seeing
you here......... |
Harewood House |
31st
May
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Choccy and Sweetie Tour. A delicious tour - hear
the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit choccy
and sweetie shops and taste free samples! 10.30 am
and 2.00 pm from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
31st
May
2010 |
Country Fair - Foxhound showing and judging;
Exemption dog showing classes; Terrier showing &
racing; Lurcher showing; Ferret show and racing;
Ferret Roulette; Fur & feather marquee; Unaffiliated
show jumping; Gymkhana; Ridden hunters; Miniature
horses; Mini Grand National; Affiliated driving
classes incl. excercise and pleasure vehicles |
Duncombe
Park |
31st
May
2010 |
Meet
the Gardener - Get top tips from Steve our gardener
on how to grow your own vegetables, no matter how
small your growing space is, and have a go at sowing
some seeds for yourself. 11.00 am meet at the
Vegetable Plot / Swanley Grange |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
31st
May
2010 |
Meet
the Gardener - A chance to learn more about
Ormesby's garden and to meet the staff and
volunteers who care for it. 1.30 pm |
Ormesby Hall |
31st
May -
4th June
2010 |
Half-term Activities - Join us for half-term fun! |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
1st
June
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Medieval Mayhem - Join us to celebrate the month of
mid summers eve with medieval activities such as
archery and candle dipping. Make a plague bag and
understand more about the York Mystery Plays which
take place next month. |
Murton Park |
1st
June
2010 |
Hidden Tour Tuesdays - Explore the hidden parts of
the house including the servants below stairs with
our friendly guides. Meet at the front of the house
2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
1st
June
2010 |
Kitchen in the Garden - Meet the Chef making simple
recipes in the walled garden with the walled garden
produce. Meet in the Walled Garden 3.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
1st
June
2010 |
Family Fun Day - Come along and enjoy a day packed
with fun activities as the Museum celebrates half
term week. 11.00 am - 4.00 pm |
The Bowes Museum |
1-4th
June
2010 |
Time
Travellers Go…..Seafaring
All aboard the HMS Heuristics for an exciting
adventure on the briny. A ship packed full of games
and activities for young and old alike. Enjoy an
action packed day with games like 'deck quoits' and
'Captains mistress', send signals using Semaphore,
improve your 'knot tying' and learn how to navigate,
join the 'Ships of the Line' and attack the French
and Spanish but only after you have practised your
cannon skills on our target area. There will be
competitions for everyone and 'sea shanties'.
Presentations, interactive games and fun as junior
sailors don their boat costumes and navigate the
high seas of the lawns of Brodsworth. |
Brodsworth Hall
& Gardens |
1-6th
June
2010 |
Time
Travellers Go… Secrets & Spies
A school holiday spy school for youngsters. Learn
about spying during the Second World War with have a
go activities in the Spy School Big Top. All
children must be accompanied. Activities and
demonstrations throughout each day. 11.00 am - 5.00
pm |
Scarborough Castle |
1-30th June
2010 |
Abbey
Tours - Join a free tour to discover fascinating
facts and stories about the abbey and monks. 11.00
am, 1.00 pm, 2.00 pm & 3.00 pm meet at The Porter's
Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
1-30th June
2010 |
Mr
Aislabie's Garden Tour - A free tour taking in the
grand design of the Georgian landscape including
Deer Park and Water Garden. 11.30 am meet at The
Porter's Lodge |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
2nd
June
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Fun with Foods - "Don't play with your food!”
That's exactly what we plan to do today. Add a pipe
cleaner and googly eyes and see what you can create. |
Murton Park |
2nd
June
2010 |
Royal
Salutes 2010 - today - the Anniversary of the
Queen's Coronation.
The Museum Gardens host several formal Royal Salute
ceremonies a year, organised and attended by
soldiers from York Garrison. They culminate in
cannon fire at noon.
The Gardens are closed during the mornings prior to
the Royal Salutes for security reasons. |
Yorkshire Museum |
2nd
June
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
2nd
June
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
2nd
June
2010 |
The
Beck Isle Museum - 27 rooms and separate displays
covering many aspects of local, social and family
history, militaria.
Children's Living History Day – Dress up in
Victorian period costume, play parlour games and do
the washing Victorian Farm style. |
Beck Isle Museum |
2nd
June
2010 |
Ripon
Races - Directors Cup Evening Meeting |
Ripon Races |
3rd
June
2010 |
Castle Howard Premium Monumental Landscape Tour with
Curator.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk to Castle Howard's famous
18th-century monuments, before enjoying a hearty
seasonal lunch in the Grecian Hall. In the afternoon
enjoy a rare opportunity to view the estate maps
from the Archives, chronicling the development of
the Castle Howard landscape.
The tour starts at 10.30 am. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
3rd
June
2010 |
Murton Park, a 14 acre site thriving with events and
activities throughout the year. Based just outside
York this is your gateway to the Yorkshire Museum of
Farming, the Danelaw Centre for Living History and
Derwent Valley Railway.
Medieval Mayhem - Join us to celebrate the month of
mid summers eve with medieval activities such as
archery and candle dipping. Make a plague bag and
understand more about the York Mystery Plays which
take place next month. |
Murton Park |
3rd
June
2010 |
Castle Howard - Wine Tasting Evening - Australian
Barbecue
Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
3rd
June
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Dan McKinnon
We’ve really taken to this warm-hearted Nova Scotian
on his two previous visits. He fits the Canadian
mould of excellently written and strongly sung
original songs about real people past and present
(think Stan Rogers through James Keelaghan to
Tanglefoot) while also slipping in some choice
traditional material and modern covers. Thoroughly
recommended. |
8.00
pm
Black Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
3rd
June
2010 |
Wetherby Races - Evening Meeting |
Wetherby
Racecourse |
3-6th
June
2010 |
Beamish Georgian Spring Fair – A recreation of the
hustle and bustle of a Georgian Spring Fair at
Beamish. Enjoy a short, guided walk through the
Georgian landscape, see labourers at work in the
fields and the workers for hire. Watch traditional
craftsmen demonstrating their skills and meet the
trinket sellers and strolling entertainers.
Beamish is a world famous open air museum. We tell
the story of the people of North East England at two
important points of their history - 1825 and 1913 . |
Beamish Museum
nr Chester-le-Street |
4th
June
2010 |
Castle Howard - Photography Course with Chris
Ceasar.
A one day photography course for beginners, with
experienced Photographer, Chris Ceasar. Learn some
great photography tips, in a stunning location, with
a professional Photographer.
The day starts at 10.30 am and finishes
approximately at 5.30 pm. Pre-booking Essential |
Castle Howard |
4th
June
2010 |
York
Astronomical Society - Star Birth Along The Milky
Way by Melvin Hoare, University of Leeds
All are welcome. 8.00 pm |
The Denham Room
Priory Street Centre
York Astronomical Society |
4th
June
2010 |
Catterick Bridge Races |
Catterick
Racecourse |
4th
June
2010 |
Doncaster Races - Flat Meeting |
Doncaster Races |
4-6th
June
2010 |
Newby
Hall Craft & Food Fair - Discover a wonderful
selection of crafts and regional food at this
traditional fair set in the beautiful grounds of the
Newby Hall estate.
Newby Hall's Food and Craft Fair has a vibrant,
friendly atmosphere which creates a pleasurable
shopping experience and, with a whole host of
entertainment for the family, we aim to provide a
great day out. Newby's Craft & Food Shows give you
the opportunity to purchase some of the finest
examples of Art, Craft and Fashion. You can also
talk to the makers and designers, many of who will
be demonstrating first hand the skill and patience
required to create their unique masterpieces.
The Food Pavilion also houses dozens of exhibitors
(including the Newby Hall Farm Shop) with 1000's of
products to choose from, sample local produce and
tantalize your tastebuds. Within the Food Pavilion
there will also be live demonstrations. A chance to
pick up helpful hints and tips for hosting your own
dinner party and impress your friends and family at
home.
Gates open from 10.00 am - 4.00 pm |
Newby Hall |
5th
June
2010 |
Yorkwalk Guided Coach Tours - Coach trip to
Tissington Hall and Cromford. Visit to the
historic mills and village of Cromford in
Derbyshire, followed by a tour of the lovely
Jacobean mansion at Tissington. Pick-up point close
to The Heathers. Pre-booking Essential. |
Yorkwalk |
5th
June
2010 |
York
Late Music Concert Series - performing new music by
living composers.
Ian Pace Solo Piano - programme
Steve Crowther Political Prayer Michael
Parkin Piano Sonata Steve Crowther Morris
Dances (1st complete perf.) Frederic Rzewski
The People United Will Never Be Defeated. 7.30
pm |
Unitarian Chapel
St Saviourgate
Late Music Concert Series |
5th
June
2010 |
70th
anniversary for the Museum's Buildings, 271 Squadron
reforming at Doncaster and 616 South Yorkshire
Squadron - 70th anniversary for the Museum buildings
and site constructed in 1940. This event also
celebrates the contributions made by the Doncaster
based 271 Squadron RAF and 616 Squadron, South
Yorkshire's own Royal Auxilliary Air Force squadron,
to the Battle of France, the Dunkirk evacuation and
the Battle of Britain. There will be guided tours at
11:00 am and 2:00 pm with a narrative to accompany
the displays. |
South Yorkshire
Aircraft Museum
Doncaster |
5th
June
2010 |
St
Mary's Church Tour - A free tour of the richly
decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by
William Burges. 11.00 am meet at St Mary's Church |
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden |
5th
June
2010 |
Doncaster Races - Derby Day |
Doncaster Races |
5th
June
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Helmsley Arts Centre
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
5/6th
June
2010 |
The
Black Swan Folk Club present - Folk Weekend 2010 |
Black
Swan,
Peasholme Green
B.S.F.C. |
5/6th
June
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
5/6th
June
2010 |
Mint
Weekend at Yorkshire Lavender - Join us in a
celebration of 'Mint', designed to encourage people
to grow their own and pick up useful tips. Learn
about its history, its medicinal uses and its
culinary uses. Expert advice and help will be
available throughout the weekend. Lots of varieties
of mint will be on sale in our specialist Plant
Nursery. Mint is a delicious-tasting herb that is
used for a variety of dishes and drinks. Try some
new and exciting 'mint' recipes in EJ's Tea
Room/Restaurant |
Yorkshire Lavender |
5/6th
June
2010 |
Life on the Ocean Wave & Time Travellers
Go….Seafaring
See the red coat Royal Marines, hear the shanties
and songs from the high seas, Meet the lady Pirate
and take part in have a go nautical activities. A
weekend of life on the high seas to commemorate the
golden age of sailing and discovery. This event ties
in with the new temporary mini exhibition
highlighting the Brodsworth's most fascinating
picture of Backhuysen's capture of the English
flagship by the Dutch fleet in 1667. |
Brodsworth Hall
& Gardens |
5/6th
June
2010 |
Model
Railway weekend - Once again Ormesby's famed model
railway weekend is here for children of all ages.
Come and marvel at Ormesby's permanent layouts and
additional displays for the weekend only. 11.00 am -
4.00 pm |
Ormesby Hall |
5-18th June
2010 |
World
War Two Fortnight - A fantastic opportunity to see
the museum staged as a war time village and to find
out what life was like during these eventful times,
including our renowned: World War II Weekend on
5/6th June |
Ryedale Folk Museum |
6th
June
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - The
Graveyard, Coffin & Crypt Tour. Visit the hidden
city of the dead; descend to a secret crypt, sample
Roman and mediaeval coffins and visit plague sites.
10.30 am from The Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
June
2010 |
Guided Walk - Butterfly Walks with Dr David
Chesmore. 25 tickets only £2.50 each from Cemetery
Office. 2.00 pm start from the Gatehouse
|
York Cemetery |
6th
June
2010 |
Yorkwalk Special Guided Walking Tours - Inaccessible
and Hidden York. A unique opportunity to enter parts
of York not normally open to the public, to climb
turrets, descend into underground passages and
explore mediaeval churches and hidden Georgian
interiors.
Today - Guildhalls & Secret Passages. Visit
parts of York not open to the public including some
of York's fine Guildhalls, the Roman East Angle
Turret and a hidden Crypt. 2.15 pm from The
Yorkshire Museum Gardens Gates |
Yorkwalk |
6th
June
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Agreeing to Disagree - The
concerto - The University Baroque Ensemble with
Daniel Edgar, Nia Lewis, Ailsa Reid, Tim Smedley
directors
‘Concerto’ has two meanings: in Latin, ‘concertare’
translates as a debate or a dispute; in Italian, it
means to arrange or agree. This programme celebrates
both meanings with concerti grossi and
multi-instrument concerti embracing the debate
between soloists and orchestra, while the ‘ripieno
concerto’ presents one concerted ensemble.
Concerti by Corelli and Vivaldi are featured |
Sir Jack Lyons
Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
6th
June
2010 |
Ryedale Cycling Grand Prix |
Duncombe Park |
6th
June
2010 |
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - "Behind The
Scenes" Guided Tours - Enjoy a full tour of the
Railway by steam and diesel train in the company of
our knowledgeable guide, plus visits to the
locomotive and carriage workshops, behind the scenes
visits to stations, and a rare chance to see what
goes on behind all those closed doors and visit
areas normally out of bounds to the public.
A packed lunch is included in the price of the tour.
Tours commence 11.00 am at Haworth Station and
generally finish around 4.00 pm. Pre-booking
Essential |
KWVR |
6th
June
2010 |
Bingley Harriers Chase
The Judith & Keith Firm Memorial (Harewood House
Chase) 10k race is a multi-terrain event held every
year in the grounds of Harewood House. A glorious
and pleasant course away from traffic all inside the
beautiful Harewood Estate |
Harewood House |
6th
June
2010 |
Porsche Rally
Indulge your passion for Porsche by joining fellow
enthusiasts from across the UK and Europe at
Harewood. Whether you are an owner or an admirer
there will be up to 500 Porsches in attendance. |
Harewood House |
6th
June
2010 |
Plant, Book and Craft Fair in the Walled Garden – a
fundraising event run by the Friends of Kiplin Hall.
Donations of plants, books and produce welcomed. |
Kiplin Hall
Nr Scorton |
6th
June
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Moorholm Village Hall
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
7th
June
2010 |
A
Day in the Life - Come and meet Nick Fraser, the
Halls Head Gardener and find out more about a year
in the life of a National Trust gardener, with some
spring highlights and in particular our organic
approach to gardening The group will then have lunch
with Nick in the Halls tearoom. 10.30 am Booking
Essential |
Nunnington Hall |
8th
June
2010 |
Castle Howard - Easter Craft and Produce Market. In
the Stable Courtyard, from 10am until 4pm with free
entry |
Castle Howard |
8th
June
2010 |
Kitchen in the Garden - Meet the Chef making simple
recipes in the walled garden with the walled garden
produce. Meet in the Walled Garden 3.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
8th
June
2010 |
Fairfax House events - English Furniture
Highlights of the Noel Terry Collection.
Furniture historian, Dr. Adam Bowett (well-known to
fans of the Antiques Roadshow), takes a closer look
at some of Noel Terry's superb furniture, looking
beneath the patina at the details of design,
materials and construction which reveal British
furniture-making at its best.
Pre-booking Essential 7.00 pm |
National Centre
for Early Music
Fairfax House |
8th
June
2010 |
'BACK
TO THE LAND GIRLS' - A comedy written and
directed by Kate Bramley (ex-Hull Truck Theatre);
Original music by Jez Lowe (Radio 2 SONY ACADEMY
AWARD winner)
'Some girls just aren't cut out for farming...'
It's 1942, and there are some new arrivals in the
village. They're turning heads and breaking hearts
as the fine girls of the Women's Land Army take to
the hills.
Buff is a city girl dreaming of being 'just like
Vera Lynn', while Biddy is a country girl who is 'now't
but a hopeless romantic'. Join them on a journey
of blisters, back-ache and banter as they learn all
there is to know about working on the land.
This brand new show is the latest comedy two-hander
from Badapple's resident writer as she celebrates
the highs and lows of the wonderful women who helped
keep Britain fed during World War II, set against a
backdrop of glorious music of the age, as well as
new tunes by songwriter Jez Lowe.
Although a fictional tale this play owes much to the
reminiscences of a number of Land Army Girls who
contributed their own personal stories to this
exciting new comedy. |
Pocklington Arts Centre
'BACK TO THE LAND GIRLS' |
9th
June
2010 |
Tasty! - Fresh produce straight off the bushes
and out of the ground for you to taste!. Also an
opportunity to ask the gardeners questions. Meet in
the Walled Garden 1.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
9th
June
2010 |
Guided Garden Walk - Explore the Gardens with one of
our experienced guides to learn some of the secrets
behind the Gardens at Beningbrough Hall. Meet at
Stableblock Courtyard 2.00 pm |
Beningbrough Hall
& Gardens |
9th
June
2010 |
YorkConcerts presents Agreeing to Disagree -
The Concerto with The University Baroque Ensemble -
Nia Lewis, Ailsa Reid, Daniel Edgar, Tim Smedley
directors.
'Concerto' has two meanings: in Latin, 'concertare'
translates as a debate or a dispute; in Italian, it
means to arrange or agree. This programme celebrates
both meanings with concerti grossi and
multi-instrument concerti embracing the debate
between soloists and orchestra, while the 'ripieno
concerto' presents one concerted ensemble. Concerti
by Corelli and Vivaldi are featured. |
Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall
UoY
YorkConcerts |
9th
June
2010 |
70th
anniversary for the Museum's Buildings, 271 Squadron
reforming at Doncaster and 616 South Yorkshire
Squadron - 70th anniversary for the Museum buildings
and site constructed in 1940. This event also
celebrates the contributions made by the Doncaster
based 271 Squadron RAF and 616 Squadron, South
Yorkshire's own Royal Auxilliary Air Force squadron,
to the Battle of France, the Dunkirk evacuation and
the Battle of Britain. There will be guided tours at
11:00 am and 2:00 pm with a narrative to accompany
the displays. |
South Yorkshire
Aircraft Museum
Doncaster |
9th
June
2010 |
Beverley Races |
Beverley Races |
10th
June
2010 |
Royal
Salutes 2010 - today - the Duke of Edinburgh's
Birthday.
The Museum Gardens host several formal Royal Salute
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