Handy Mag Ryedale Sept 12

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elcome to the September edition.

I’m currently trying my hardest to work around the Olympics. It has been challenging to say the least with so many exciting events to watch and medals being won! After all the excitement September will seem so dull.

What is there to look forward to? One bonus is that the children will be back at school – I’m sure they won’t feel the same though! I have had two teenagers hanging around the house for weeks with seemingly nothing to do apart from gaze at electronic screens. I must be getting old because I remember my summer holidays being filled with meeting up with friends and….ok we were still bored! Roll on September….

Locally there are lots of events in September and I have been inundated with events to publicise. They are dotted throughout the Handy Mag so you will have to read it cover to cover not to miss anything! I would also like to apologise to

This month’s features General

Books - Saved by the Bell......................................p38 High Tech TV..............................................................p50

Business Features Peak Power Systems ................................................. p6 Aerial Services...........................................................p11 Hewison Joinery ......................................................p13 Derwent Vale Building Services .........................p16 OJ Gas Services.........................................................p21 Ryedale Wood Fuels ...............................................p29 Bluewater Bathrooms ............................................p32 Pen Life Chartered Financial Planners .............p37

all those people who love doing the Handy Mag puzzles every month as I could only fit one page into this edition!

Hattie is the new face in the Handy Mag office.

She joined the team a couple of months ago and is in charge of keeping the office (and me) tidy. This is no mean feat as my office is usually full of piles of paper that should be somewhere but I haven’t quite found where yet. I’m looking forward to knowing where everything is!

The winner of the July competition was Mrs Mitchell of Norton. We hope you enjoy the Elvis show! The answers are on page 62. You can win a meal at the Jolly Farmer’s in Leavening this month - see page 42 for more details.

Until next time....

Marianne

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Please note that while the publisher takes care to be accurate no liability will be accepted under any circumstances should any of the contents of this magazine be incorrect. The Handy Mag does not endorse any advertising material included within this publication. The views expressed in the articles are not necessarily those of the publisher. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited.

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Community Andy Boxall ................................................................p52 Local Groups .............................................................p54 Events ..........................................................................p60

Food & drink Lamb & Aubergine Curry ......................................p40

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Mark Chappell, founder of Peak Power Systems, said: “We’ve installed scores of solar PV projects in North Yorkshire alone, many of them for people who are retired or nearing retirement and want to protect themselves from the ever-rising cost of electricity.

Hundreds of property owners in this region are reaping the benefits of turning to solar PV (Photovoltaic) technology to power their homes.

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a big incentive for many homeowners, and with this incentive set to carry on until at least until 2020, the technology is here to stay.

It guarantees cheaper electricity for up to 20 years and if you’re prepared to do the sums, they will show the cost benefit to be far greater than the current return on cash savings.

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“By turning to solar PV, you will never have to worry again about your electricity bills and when you set the cost of the installation against the return on your savings, you can expect the system to pay for itself within eight years”.

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He added: “There’s no charge for us to assess the property, carry out a survey and provide a quote. In fact, we recommend all customers go through this exercise to make sure solar PV is right for them. It’s in our best interests to make sure the customer makes the correct decision and once that decision is made the installation can be completed within four weeks, sometimes even less”.

Planning permission is generally not required for solar PV systems, unless the building is ‘listed’. However, if any dialogue with the local council is required, Peak Power Systems will also undertake this on behalf of the customer.

Mark and his partner, Debbie Bryant, launched Peak Power Systems on the strength of their long-held interest in renewable energy, coupled with Mark’s background in electrical engineering.

The company is accredited with the MCS (Micro-generation Certificate Scheme), which requires an annual inspection of its work as well as the standard of customer service. One of the company’s largest projects has been the installation of solar PV panels on a former mill close to Pickering railway station.

As Mark said: “We’re small enough to provide a very good one-to-one service to our customers but at the same time big enough to tackle just about any project, whether it is for a home, an office complex, a warehouse or farm buildings, but our main aim is to keep the cost as low as possible.

“Most of our work is in and around Pickering and the wider North Yorkshire region, although we have completed projects as far away as Scotland, and as a company working mostly with local people our aim is to provide a first class job at realistic prices and with no hidden bills at the end of it”.

In addition to solar PV installations, Peak Power Systems can also provide AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS which can help to cut household heating bills by up to 70 per cent. Customers can also apply for an installation grant of up to £1,200.

work in tandem with your existing heating system and the technology is 100 per cent proven. The system absorbs heat from the outside air which can then be used to heat radiators, under-floor heating systems and provide hot water.

“This is just another way of cutting your household running costs for many years to come. For example, if your household heating bills are around £80 a month, you could be putting as much as £700 cash back into your pocket”.

For more information on Peak Power Systems, especially on solar PV installations and air source heat pumps, contact Mark or Debbie.

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North Yorkshire Aerials has sent a reminder of what to do about the digital switchover – to 29,000 local households.

And that date is pretty close to hand now – September 12 is the day when the analogue signal is turned off.

After that date, the quality of reception produced by traditional television receiving equipment will, in all likelihood, be very poor indeed.

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Owned and run by David Hume, who has worked in the construction industry for his whole working life, it has grown to a medium sized company with a great reputation for quality and customer service.

The most reassuring aspect of Derwent Vale Building Services is the fact that every single tradesman who works for them is employed inhouse. From tilers, leadworkers and plasterers to builders and plumbers, everyone who works with the company, works for the company, too.

David said: “We find there is a slightly better attitude towards the work when someone is directly employed by us, compared to subcontractors, and it’s important our craftsmen take a lot of pride in what they’re doing.”

Furthermore, Derwent Vale Building Services offers a high specification of joinery services to their customers. With a joinery workshop in house, they can manufacture doors, windows, staircases, a new kitchen or anything else you require to fit your home and requirements. If you have awkward nooks and crannies at home, you’re trying to create new storage solutions or just do something a bit different, you could visit Derwent Vale’s joinery workshop and literally create your project side-by-side with a craftsman.

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repairs if needed. Whatever the size of the project, whether it’s a large renovation project or a minor repair, you’ll receive a fully broken down quote. If you’re thinking of building a house from scratch, Derwent Vale Building Services provides what they call a ‘turnkey’ service, meaning they take care of the entire project right from the planning stage right through to the day you’re ready to move in, including organising decorating and even the carpets if you need them.

All domestic work Roofing & joinery Renovation & maintenance Industrial work New build Listed building work Plumbing & plastering Conversions & extensions They’ll take away all the stress and hassle of trying to run a project yourself, not to mention ensuring the works are fully compliant with all of today’s many building regulations.

David added: “We fully understand the appeal to customers of trying to manage a project themselves, but the cost in time and stress as well as money often means it wasn’t worth the effort. We’ve been running building projects of all sizes for many years, handling everything from dealing with tradesmen to fulfilling regulatory requirements, and it really is better to put your work in a safe pair of hands.”

Recent projects Derwent Vale have worked on include an extension used to provide a conference facilities at Derwent Training Association’s building on York Road Industrial Estate, and some urgent roof repairs and leadwork at Terrington Hall School which made the structure safe and sturdy for many years to come. They work on a lot of the large farm properties in the area, including barn conversions or new builds, and they’ve also recently completed a new build Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th September

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David said: “We strongly emphasise quality and good service – we want the finished product to be something the customer is happy with. As so much of our work comes from repeat custom and recommendation, our business depends on the quality of our workmanship.”

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in full working order – better to find out now if something isn’t quite right rather than in the middle of winter. OJ Services will happily come out and carry out a pre-winter checks to ensure you and your family or your staff stay warm and safe this winter.

When it comes to servicing their customers, OJ Gas Services literally go the extra mile – they cover all of Ryedale but will also travel to Newcastle, Leeds and Sheffield if you need their particular brand of affordable and efficient gas services.

Oliver Johnson owns and runs the company and set it up himself two and a half years ago.

He started out working with local gas fitters and also spent time working with a commercial group before taking the plunge and running his own business. Now he works with a team of subcontractors, specially selected for reliability, experience and quality

of work. OJ Gas Services is fully qualified and accredited and registered with GasSafe for safe, legal work and peace of mind for customers.

OJ Gas Services is favoured by its customers mainly because they find Oliver so good to work with – he is often recommended for being very friendly and personable, doing a good job and being nice to work with.

Furthermore, the work he does is surprisingly affordable, as OJ Gas Services continually work hard to ensure the prices for all their domestic and commercial work is competitive. That means they’re always a very costeffective choice for domestic and commercial customers.

For more details about the exceptional rates and huge range of services OJ Gas Services provide, give Oliver Johnson a call on 07977 229910 or 01653 696478.

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The Evil Weevil

By Pippa Greenwood

The vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) will always feature in any gardening poll of ‘top pests’. They’re an immensely successful pest; there are only females and each one is capable of laying about 1,000 eggs during the summer. If you have them in your garden, whether you like it or not, you probably need to get to know better.

How Do You Know You Have Vine Weevils?

The adult vine weevil is just under 1cm long, matt black with tiny gingery brown flecks on its wing-cases. They’re a classic weevil shape with elbowed antennae and a phenomenal ability to grip on to nearly any surface. You’re likely to notice the notches around the leaf margins before you see the weevil. They tend to feed in the evening or at night, usually on the lower, most accessible leaves.

The young stage weevils or grubs are about 1cm long, creamy white in colour and often curled into a ‘C’ shape, with no legs but a gingery brown head.

You’ll find them in the compost or soil, close to the roots or tubers that they’ve been feeding on. Unless you’re removing a plant you’re unlikely to notice the grubs; it’s when a plant suddenly starts to wilt or die, or you realise that something is no longer firmly rooted that alarm bells should begin to ring.

What Do Vine Weevils Attack?

Vine weevils will attack nearly any plant you try to grow, particularly in containers. They’re a greater problem on perennial plants and those with fleshier roots or tubers. The adult beetles emerge mostly between March and May, but also at other times in greenhouses. The eggs are dark brown, less than 1mm diameter and are placed close to a suitable host plant. The eggs hatch to produce the creamy coloured grubs which feed and grow until they reach full size.

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Try to avoid getting vine weevils in the first place.

Check plants, including their roots, carefully for foliage damage before introducing anything new to your garden. Avoid re-using compost in containers as it might contain grubs or eggs, which are impossible to spot. As vine weevils can’t fly, making barriers is relatively easy. Put a ring of non-setting glue around the rim of containers, use a gritty mulch to reduce the number of eggs that are laid and hatch and try creating miniature moats around the legs of greenhouse staging, by standing each leg in a bowl of water. Vine weevils can’t swim and won’t be able to access the plants provided the staging doesn’t touch the sides of the greenhouse.

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They offer a cleaner and greener means of heating your home, which can be a more costeffective option for many rural homes. Not to mention the cozy atmosphere created by a real fire.

Ryedale Wood Fuels serve the wood-burning stove owners throughout the Ryedale area, and as far afield as Hull and Whitby. They supply logs and their own charcoal and kindling to households and commercially to garden centres, garages and even Ryedale Folk Museum.

Owner Kirk Wilson takes pride in providing thoroughly ecofriendly wood to his customers.

All his fuels are sourced from

local suppliers from within a 20-mile radius of the business’ base, including the Forestry Commission and the local estates, all of whom grow, rotate and replant their wood stock sustainably.

Kirk has been involved in selling wood for over ten years, and in their fourth year of trading Ryedale Wood Fuels has sold between 800 and 1,000 tonnes of wood. They describe themselves as a “true family-run business

with 2 full time employees and a small army of friends who chip in when we get busy.”

Extremely hardworking, they can deliver wood on any day except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. He’s thoroughly knowledgeable about the product, and happy to give advice on how to use, buy and store your wood if you’re a new stove owner. A glance at the Ryedale Wood Fuels website provides plenty of useful information about wood sizes and types and how to select the best wood for your purposes.

Full details about Ryedale Wood Fuels is available at www. ryedalewoodfuels.co.uk.

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Ryedale Dog Rescue recently ran their annual fun dog show which is our major fundraising event of the year and despite torrential downpours, plenty of people turned out to support us hoping to go home with some prizes for the waggiest tail or most handsome dog! We would like to thank everyone who braved the weather and came along to help us raise much needed funds to enable us to rescue more dogs.

We currently have a number of dogs needing new forever homes. If you are interested in adopting one of them please have a look at our website where you can see photos and information on each dog or call us and we will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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have been kindly sponsored by local businesses and feature some of our dogs who have been successfully rehomed and are now enjoying a new lease of life. To obtain a calendar just contact the charity or pop into our charity shop in Yorkersgate, Malton where you can also buy household items, Bric-a-Brac, Books, Clothes and Doggy treats.

The shop’s opening hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am-3pm and if you have any spare time to give we are always looking for volunteers to help us, both in the shop and at the number of fundraising events that we attend throughout the year.

Dog Fosterers & donations are also always needed and if you think you can help please contact us on 07581 324153 or visit our website: www. ryedaledogrescue.com

Patch Patch is an eight year old lively, loveable Staffordshire Bull Terrier who is looking for a new forever home.

Currently in a foster home he knows basic commands such as sit, stay, here and will give you his paw when asked. He has been fine with the children he has met and would love a home with a garden to potter in and a nice comfy bed to relax on. He regularly helps out at the RDR charity shop on the corner of Market Street and Yorkersgate so why not call in and say hello.

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Designer bathrooms & tiles at affordable prices

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t’s two years now since Bluewater Bathrooms began trading and the business is making a big splash in all the right places.

Over those two years, business has grown steadily together with Bluewater’s reputation for quality and expertise – and the proof is coming in the significant amount of customers who come through recommendation, or customers returning to get the Bluewater treatment for their second bathrooms.

As a thank you to the community for their support, Bluewater were proud to sponsor the Team of the Year award in the Minster FM Local Hero awards in February – and they were delighted to see the prize going to the child development team at York Hospital.

For up-to-date styles and an exceptional choice, you’re invited to visit Bluewater’s showroom at Clifton Moor. Owners Adrian Lount and Peter Reynolds recently upgraded it, so it’s well worth a visit to see what’s new.

Well-known brands available include Twyford, Pura and Roca, and a huge range of fixtures and fittings to suit all budgets and taste. Plus there’s a specialised range of wetrooms, walk-in baths and shallow baths to make enjoying a bath an easier op-

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tion for as many people as possible – see ‘Independent Living’.

You’ll be spared the pushy sales tactics at Bluewater’s showroom, but their staff do have decades worth of experience to offer customers. The team is always happy to discuss your options at length, and you’re welcome to take advantage of their expertise when deciding on styles, layouts and products.

Choosing a new bathroom is a significant investment that you should be able to enjoy for years to come, and Bluewater understands it’s a decision that needs plenty of time.

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Every aspect of the installation is done in-house, from start to finish, by Bluewater’s own fully qualified plumbers and tilers.

George and Noreen said “Thankyou for our wonderful new bathroom. Your superb work ethic and dedicated professionalism has created a master piece.”

INDEPENDENT LIVING Bluewater Bathrooms specialises in helping their older customers create a comfortable, functional bathroom that suits their needs.

Bluewater’s experienced staff are happy to visit you at home and spend time talking over the best

HOMES & GARDENS bathroom design for you. They’ll take the time to understand your needs, present the various options and offer a no-pressure quotation. And when the work is carried out, you’ll stay in control – Bluewater’s experienced, sensitive installers will work to your needs and most projects are completed within a week. Peter and Adrian prize honesty and reliability above anything else.

Wet rooms and walk in showers are a popular option for maintaining independant living. These can be a key factor in retaining independence for anyone finding it difficult to use a traditional bath.

However if your mobility is limited but you are not prepared to give up on enjoying a hot bath you don’t have to as Bluewater can supply easy access low level baths or walk in baths. If you are considering buying one of these in response to another advert then ask Bluewater to give you a quote and we expect you will be pleasantly surprised as all products are supplied and installed at affordable prices.

Cyril and Barbara chose a walk in bath and commented, “Thank you very much for your help and advice and for all your hard work and skill in putting together our new bathroom and we are very pleased with the result.”

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Come and Sing!

An invitation from the Chanticleer Singers....

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Fri 7th Sept | 7.30pm | Tickets £8.00 One of New Orleans’ best known acoustic acts. With three critically acclaimed records under their belt and six years of rigorous touring both nationally and internationally, the duo make big impressions wherever they go.

Short Story Competition Malton-based Chanticleer Singers have a new venture as part of the coming season: we are inviting singers from the area to join us for a choral day, working on John Rutter's 'Requiem', to be followed by a late afternoon performance of the work for family, friends and members of the public.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, November 17th., at St. Peter's Church, Norton-onDerwent, beginning with registration and coffee at 9.30 a.m., and concluding with a performance at 4.00 p.m.

We really want this to be an enjoyable, sociable and musically satisfying event, and look forward to working with other singers on such a fantastic work by a well-loved choral composer.

The day will be led by our director, Jane Sturmheit, who is well-known in the area as a mezzo-soprano soloist, singing teacher and choir trainer. We are fortunate to have Geoffrey Coffin as organist, with David Wood on oboe and Julia Brewer on 'cello.

Scores of the work will be available to borrow on the day, but if you would like to familiarise yourself with it beforehand, or like to have your own copy, Banks Music Publications (tel. 01653 628545) are offering a discounted price of £10, which includes postage, if you quote 'Chanticleer Choral Day' when placing your order.

Further details and a registration form (to print and post) are available on our website: www. chanticleersingers.org.uk, or from Chanticleer Chairman Sid Taylor (tel. 01653 695823, email sid_taylor@btinternet.com) Brighten a November Saturday - come and sing with us!

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Sat 15th Sept

The Milton Rooms alongside Tea & A Tale invite you to enter a short story competition with cash prizes! More details on our website at www.themiltonrooms. co.uk

Poetry Competition Sat 15th Sept

Writers resident in Yorkshire, Humberside and Teesside are invited to enter poems to be judged in Ryedale Book Festival’s Poetry Competition. More details on our website at www.themiltonrooms.co.uk

Vision Of Elvis

Sat 6th Oct | 7.30pm | Tickets £13.50 Recognised as the Official European Champion having recently won Europe’s largest Elvis tribute artist competition, Rob Kingsley is All Shook Up as he comes to The Milton Rooms.

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Mercedes Benz E63 AMG If you asked a bloke to build a car – the sort that drinks real ale, has a hairy chest, likes football (maybe rugby) and ‘birds’ – you could probably guess what you would end up with. It would have a big engine. Actually, scrap that. It would have a MASSIVE engine. It would need to be rear wheel drive. It would have lots of toys to impress his mates and confuse his wife/bird/life partner. And it would need to look flash. Oh, and probably be German...

Let us introduce you, then, to the car that Dave Down The Duck built - the Mercedes E63 AMG must have been built by someone with more testosterone than an end of school prom.

Let’s talk numbers first. Under the bonnet you will find a 5.5 litre V8 with two turbos. It produces a frankly ridiculous 557bhp and, with the AMG pack (£6,495) fitted to our test car, 800Nm of torque. This is about the same as a Harrier Jump Jet. Probably. It will hit 60mph in just four seconds and is limited (quite heavily) to 155 mph. Oh, and it has seven gears. Even the price tag is whopping – off the shelf it’s £74,695, but our test car with what appears to be every optional extra box ticked, weighed in at £91,245.

And what does all that mean? It means this is one scary super saloon. Not only does it sound like a Spitfire at full chat, but it’s football hooligan lairy.

At 70 mph on a wet road it has the grunt to spin up the rear wheels. In fact at any speed, on pretty much any road, it has the power to spin up the rear wheels. Which is scary and smile inducing in equal measures. On the road, traction control fully engaged, it flickers its warning lights on the exit of even supermarket car parks. On the track, with the safety nets disengaged it is weapons grade bonkers. But bloody brilliant.

Inside, the switchgear – and the fact there’s a Boeing-load of it – takes a while to get used to, but it’s incredibly comfortable. That’s probably something to do with the heated, cooling and massaging seats. The seats are so clever that they even inflate the side bolsters to hold you in place when you go around corners.

And talking of clever, that’s one thing that gets up my nose a little about the Merc. It’s all a little bit too smart. No one wants their car to be cleverer than they are and at times the Merc certainly feels a bit too Skynet for my liking.

However, as super saloons go, this Merc certainly has the right ingredients. It’s stupidly fast, sounds amazing and is long-haul comfortable. It’s just a little tougher to get to grips with than its biggest rival, the BMW M5, which is why we’d go for the Beemer instead.

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Model: E63 AMG Price: £91,245 (as tested) Engine: 5.5-litre, V8 Power: 557bhp, 800Nm

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September signals the end of the summer holidays and the start of the new academic year.

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Never Let Me Go - Kazuo

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Ishiguro On the face of it, Hailsham boarding school in the heart of the English countryside seems idyllic. The students are nurtured, encouraged to stay healthy and are protected from the outside world. The story centres round the love triangle of Kathy, Ruth and Tommy. As a now thirty-one year old, Kathy begins to reflect on their time at Hailsham and what it means to have been a student there. Without wanting to give the plot away, Hailsham has a dark secret and only a special type of person may attend.

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From the opening paragraph we’re in the mindset of the rebel with a cause, the ‘catcher in the rye’ himself, 16 year old Holden Caulfield. He’s been expelled from prep school and through his biting narration, edgy cynicism and general teenage angst, we’re all reminded what it’s like to be adolescent. With its profanity and sexual content it remains on many banned book lists

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone - J.K. Rowling

From the moment Harry, Ron and Hermione board the Hogwart’s Express at platform 9¾ we know that school will never be the same again. Featuring every aspect of boarding school life wizard-style, it’s an absolute must-read.

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1. Heat 1tbsp of the oil in a large deep frying pan.

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onion and aubergine for 7-8 minutes, stirring all the time until golden. Stir in the curry paste and cook for 1 minute then pour in the sieved tomatoes and bring to the boil.

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The Stamford Bridge Singers’ Jubilee Cabaret Evening in Stamford Bridge Village Hall 13th October promises to be a fun and memorable event. It comprising a wonderful freshly-prepared twocourse buffet-style meal, interspersed with excellent entertainment to make the evening go with a swing.

The Stamford Bridge Singers, directed by Michael Wiles, will be providing light-hearted music from some of our favourite composers, including Andrew Lloyd Webber and Simon and Garfunkel, as well as songs from the shows, ‘Oliver’ and ‘My Fair Lady’.

There will also be performances by woodwind soloists, specially prepared for the occasion by Tim Bayley.

Although the Stamford Bridge Singers rehearse every week in Stamford Bridge School, they rarely have the opportunity to perform for the people of the village so this will be a very special occasion – one not to be missed! Tickets are limited, so it is vital to book early to avoid disappointment (priced at £15, with concessions at £12 and children under 12 years at £8) They can be obtained by emailing the Singers on info@stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk and leaving your name, address and a contact telephone number, or by phoning Rosemary Downey on 01904 787181.

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Tickets £15 (Concessions £12, Child under 12 £8) to include a wonderful freshly prepared two-course buffet style meal interspersed with excellent entertainment to make the evening go with a swing!

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Released 14th September A shy and unpopular teenager describes his life by writing a series of letters to an anonymous person and explores the awkward times of adolescence. Starring Emma Watson, Logan Lerman and Paul Rudd.

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Founded in 2007, the choir joins other local performing groups, singers and instrumentalists in a Milton Rooms Benefit Concert on September 8th in Malton. On Chris Holmes: wielding October 6th it joins Harmonia Ladies’ Choir the baton again at Malton District Male Voice Choir for their third joint concert in St Michael’s Church Malton.

Also planned are a Christmas concert in Malton’s Methodist Church and a Christmas Eve appearance at Malton’s Talbot Hotel.

Concerts in Scarborough, Pickering and elsewhere are also on the cards as the choir settles into rehearsals under its new Musical Director Chris Holmes. Chris, a co-founder and former MD of the choir, has sung with La Scala Milan and Royal Opera Covent Garden and now teaches locally.

He succeeds York-based singer and teacher Chris Gulley, who has led the choir for the past two years and has now stepped down for family and location reasons. Chris said his time with the Malton choir had been “a very happy and rewarding experience” and that he hoped the group would go “from strength to strength”.

Chris Holmes paid tribute to the work of Chris Gulley and added “this is a grand bunch of guys with a massive amount of enthusiasm and vocal talent. It’s great to be back directing them again”.

Looking ahead he said “while remaining loyal to the traditions of male voice harmony singing I’m hoping to make some changes. I want to widen the repertoire, add some informality and tread what I hope will be some interesting and enjoyable new musical paths.

“I’m hoping for the support of the choir in all this and also hope the new direction will appeal to new members”, Chris Holmes declared.

The group meets Fridays 7.30-9.30pm in Malton Methodist Church in Seville Street. Call David Accroyd on 01944-758693 or Tom Todd on 01653692362 Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th September

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The lush green grass can be problematic for our equine friends too, especially those who are a little older, not doing much exercise or those carrying a bit of extra weight.

It has been recognised for a long time that certain groups of horses and ponies are susceptible to getting laminitis when they eat too much grass, which becomes

obvious to the owner when the animal has very sore feet and will not walk. Research over the last few years has shown that many horses and ponies which suffer frequent bouts of laminitis have an underlying illness which pre-disposes them to laminitis. The most widely recognised of these underlying conditions is Equine Cushings Disease, a condition which affects many older equines in which there is a problem with the pituitary gland, a small but very important gland at the base of the brain. In Equine Cushings Disease part of the pituitary gland becomes enlarged resulting in increased levels of cortisol, a steroid hormone produced by the body, which causes a variety of symptoms including a curly, thick coat and increased thirst and also a predisposition to laminitis.

However, more recently a lot of research is being done into another underlying condition responsible for many cases of laminitis, Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). Certain

breeds of horse are genetically predisopsed to EMS, these tend to be horses which gain weight easily and need a low plane of nutrition to maintain their bodyweight (often called Good Do-ers!) Larger than normal amounts of fat cells mean that the horses body develops a resistance to the hormone insulin, which is similar to type 2 diabetes mellitus in people, but in the horse this can lead to laminitis. Horses which are suffering from EMS tend to be overweight with a big cresty neck and abnormal lumpy fat deposits over the body. Often they are horses which are doing little ridden exercise.

Both Equine Cushings Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome can be tested for by means of a blood test, and both can be treated.

We suggest all horses prone to laminitis should be tested, as well as overweight horses and older horses with thick curly coats.

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Prevention centres on keeping your horse nice and slim, often regular use of a weigh tape helps as it can be difficult to recognise weight gain when you are seeing your horse every day. At this time of year it is important to be cautious with the grass and not allow our horses too much intake of lush green grass.

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High Tech TV

Could the googlebox become a Google Box? Although TV technology has changed over the years, with sets getting bigger, thinner and more detailed the way we use them has barely changed until now.

Here’s how some of tech’s biggest names want to transform your television.

Samsung’s awfully named UE40ES8000 TV shows where things are heading. Its bright 40inch LED display can handle both 2D and 3D and can be controlled by waving at it. Your first wave gets the TV’s attention, and you can then change channels or volume with simple gestures.

There’s a lot to gesture at. In addition to a Freeview HD tuner, there’s also integrated Wi-Fi wireless networking so that the TV can connect to your wireless network, enabling iPad-style apps such as the BBC iPlayer and

YouTube. You can also subscribe to film-on-demand services such as Lovefilm and Netflix, or use social networks such as Facebook and Twitter. There’s even a Skype application for making voice and video calls.

It’s clever stuff but with two problems. The first is the price.

At £1,499 the UE40ES8000 is the cheapest in the range. The second is that we tend to keep our TVs for much longer than we do our computers. Will Samsung’s apps still work three years from now, or five?

The smarter choice might be a box that brings features to your existing TV. Apple’s TV (£99) is one option, offering iTunes movie downloads and rentals as well as optional Netflix video on demand.

It can also stream movies from your Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone. A

similar Google-powered set from Sony, the NSZ-GS7 (£200) goes on sale this summer.

If you’ve dismissed an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 because you’re not interested in games, it might be time to think again: both consoles have dropped in price (both are less than £150) and are powerful multimedia systems. The Xbox has its own Zune video marketplace as well as apps for Sky TV, Lovefilm and Netflix. Nintendo’s Wii is handy here, too, with both iPlayer and Netflix available, and you can even get Lovefilm and Netflixenabled DVD players. Just bear in mind that to access those services you’ll need to connect your devices to the internet, and you’ll also need to pay a subscription fee for the video on demand services.

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SEPTEMBER 2012 • ISSUE 81 Today’s TV technology is very clever, but the big question is whether Apple TV, Google TV or any other high-tech system will take over the mainstream: many of us find Sky+ boxes and Virgin Media TiVo’s enough hassle, and adding all kinds of apps and services to the gogglebox could annoy as many people as it enthuses. There’s also the issue that technology isn’t always as good as it’s cracked up to be: despite our Xbox having both voice and gesture recognition in the shape of its Kinect sensor, we’ve often found ourselves bellowing and waggling our arms with no effect whatsoever.

If your current TV set-up is doing everything you need it to do, it might be a good idea to wait a few years before upgrading. That way you’ll see what, if any, TV technology emerges triumphant.

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Do you still have questions?

Our monthly column by Andy Boxall, Minister of Elim Ryedale Church I wonder, as we get older do we still have questions? Or perhaps we become more accepting, avoid difficult questions or try to avoid any form of thinking at all? Every parent will remember that season when young children begin to discover the world around them and every sentence starts with the word, ‘why’? Suddenly, parents are expected to play the role of a walking encyclopaedia, trying to find credible answers to the endless questions whilst avoiding the embarrassment of admitting they don’t actually know! But then, as quickly as they start, they stop. Perhaps their little minds are full, or they realise they have exhausted their parents limited knowledge or simply settle, become content and accept that some things are a mystery?

As we get older, do we question less and less? I don’t think so, but maybe we just bottle questions up inside? Do we become lazy, or afraid of what we may discover or put off by the effort it may take? Today, we have more information available than at any other point in history. Computers have given us the tools to search and retrieve knowledge at lightening speeds, yet some questions remain unanswered. Where did I come from? What is my purpose on earth? Where am I going? Is there life after death?

As a minister, I am excited by the growing number of people asking these important questions. It’s a sign of the times, reflecting the growing sense of frustration that world leaders can’t offer solutions and answers to the problems that affect us all; the world financial crisis, third world debt, global warming, mindless violence or the endless cycle of famines around the world.

More and more people are turning to the Christian faith for answers to the deeper questions hoping to make sense of the world we live in.

Worldwide approximately 18 million people have decided to explore the answers the Christian faith offers through an Alpha course. There is no pressure; the Alpha course is designed for everyday people with everyday questions. On Monday 24th September we launch an Alpha course at Hope Central. If you haven’t grown too old to still have questions and would like to find out more why not join us? For more information visit: www. elimryedale.net.

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Stape Village Hall

events

Jumble Sale

Saturday 15th September from 10am

There will be refreshments, cake stall and bric a brac, Tombola, cake stall, tea/coffee and bun/ cake & bacon sandwiches.

Pickering acouStic muSic grouP Saturday 22nd September at 7.30pm

there will also be a guest appearance by David Swann. Tickets are £4 to include supper (bring your own bottle), there will also be a raffle.

beetle DriVe anD raffle Saturday 29th September 7pm!

£3 per person for two games of beetle including supper plus raffle. This was an event enjoyed by all ages last time is was held and all are welcome again!

Stape Village Hall: Available for Meetings, Private Parties etc. Well equipped kitchen, Toilets, Hall with stage, Parking, Disabled access, WIFI. Seating Capacity: approx 80. Cost: £6 - £10 per hour. Secretary: Ellie Grayson T: 01751 476108 graysongates@hotmail.co.uk

Newton & Stape Hogroast & Pudding at Newton Upon Rawcliffe playing fields

Saturday 22nd September 7.30 - 11.30pm

with CHU MA SHU Please bring your own drink ..in aid of Newton and Stape Kids Fun Club & Newton Playing Fields Tickets £10 each

Tickets available from Nicola Eddon T: 01751 477244 Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th September

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Bringing Back Books... .....and

so much more!

For adults and children, whether it’s listening to readings (poetry and short stories), watching performances (the Dickens Serial Killer), hearing from local authors (Andy Seed, Lucy Beckett) and others (grumpy Arthur Smith with a pub quiz, or racehorse trainer Ian Balding), lunch with Gervase Phinn, or taking a more active part (Comic Book Workshop, Telltale Tent, Rap and magical folk tales) or swapping books at the Travelling Suitcase Library......you’ll find them all, spread across venues in the centre of Malton at the heart of Ryedale, on Saturday, October 20th.

There are schools story and poetry writing competition prizes to be awarded on the day, films of famous books at the Palace cinema (all week), and a Book Fair.

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RYEDALE AGE CONCERN RYEDALE

Information and advice for local pensioners.

In the past year Age Concern Scarborough & District has helped local pensioners to claim £1.4million in benefits via a dedicated helpline service which can be reached on: 0845 603 0493

AISLABY & MIDDLETON VILLAGE HALL

Ideal venue for meetings, clubs, dance classes, keep fit classes etc. Charity events welcome at reduced rates. Disabelled access/toilet. For booking enquiries please contact Paul Webster 01751 475825

ANGELINA BALLERINA DANCE ACADEMY

Unique dance classes for 3-6yr olds. To register for these fabulous classes go to www. angelinaballerinadance.co.uk,and look for ‘classes in your area’, where you will find us and all available classes.

BARTON LE WILLOWS VILLAGE HALL

Coffee afternoon and book exchange 2nd and 4th Friday of every month 2-3pm, 50p. If you are looking for a clean tidy hall for birthday parties, meeting, etc. this village hall is available for bookings. Easy parking, functional kitchen. spacious. £6.00 per hour. For more details contact Jayne Carr 01653 618255

BORDER COLLIE RESCUE

Voluntary Reg Charity 1128983. For information, visit our website at - www. bordercollierescue.org for details of local events. If you want further information, phone us on 0845 6044941 - 2pm to 5pm weekdays.

CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICE

Cancer? We can help…Drop in sessions held at Norton Trinity Methodist Church, Commercial Street Norton ,YO17 9ES. Meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month 10.30 -12.30 And Pickering Library and information Centre, The Ropery, Pickering, YO18 8DY. Meet 3rd Tuesday of each month 10.30 till 12.30 no session in August 2012 Tel: 01723 356060

CELL GROUPS

Meet on Monday evenings at various venues to share fellowship and to explore the Christian Faith. Our members come from the villages from Malton along The Street to Hovingham.

We also meet socially and enjoy walks and meals together. All welcome to join --contact Kate Giles (628739) or Tim and Clare Rowe (628555)

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU, RYEDALE

Confidential, impartial advice to help you solve the problem - no matter what it is. Opening hours are; Mon, Wed & Fri 9.30 - 12.30, Tue 9.30 - 12.30 telephone advice only, Thu 9.30 - 12.30 telephone advice and prior appointments only, Wed evening - 5.30 - 7.30 prior appointments only. Tel : 0844 411 1444. Community House, Wentworth Street, Malton. OUTREACH IN PICKERING Tues 9.30am - 12.30pm at Pickering Library

CONNECTIONS CRAFT CLUB

Meets every Weds in term time 1.30 - 3.30 pm rear of Methodist Church, Pickering. For women - all levels of experience. Relaxed & friendly afternoons, have fun, learn new crafts, make new friends & improve your life. Details from Ruth (01751 474291).

EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD RYEDALE BRANCH

We meet at Wrelton Village Hall on the last Saturday of the month. (Excluding August and December) Meetings start at 10am with a workshop and at 2pm we have a business meeting and then there is usually a speaker.

Coffee and tea are provided but we bring packed lunches. Meetings are open to visitors at a cost of £5. You do not have to be an expert to join us. We welcome people of all abilities.

If you are interested please come to see us or contact Janet Coe 01751 473875

FRIENDS OF CATHEDRAL MUSIC

Support our priceless heritage of cathedral music. To find out more or to join please phone your local Representative on 01653 618479. We need your support.

FRIENDS OF THE CROFT

The aim of the group is to befriend the residents of its six households in Malton and Norton by providing outings, six summer evenings of games, talks and slide shows, as well as presents at Christmas. We meet 3 times a year to organise fundraising activities, and welcome new members to our meetings.

Contact Maureen on 01944 758448 for further information

GREEN DRINKS

An informal get-together of people interested in the future of mankind and the planet. 8pm on the 5th of every month at Suddabys Crown Hotel, Wheelgate, Malton. Everyone welcome.

For further information please contact 01653 696748.

HOME ALONE CLUB

Work from home? Need to get more? Come and meet us at The Yard in Malton. The group is free - just the price of a drink. Call 07791 598239 for more details.

HOME-START RYEDALE

Support for families with children under the age of 5. Please contact us on 01653 693551.

HOPE CENTRAL CAFE

X:Talk Youth Club: Tuesdays 7.30pm–9pm during term-time for Young People aged 11-16 years. Fridays 4pm – 6pm during term-time for Young People aged 11-16 years. A free, friendly environment for young people to meet and make new friends. Come and join us! Stepping Stones – Parents and Tots - Tuesdays during term-time 10am–11.30am & 12.45pm-2.15pm Hope Central Café Open 10–3:30pm on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat. Quiz Nights: They are incredibly popular and teams book up quickly.

There are four people per team, each team costs £10 and includes a delicious meal and excellent prizes for the winning team.

HOPE DEBT ADVICE

By appointment only with our fully trained advisers. Call our dedicated, confidential 24 hour phoneline on 01653 692616.

KIRKBYMOORSIDE AND DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB

First and Third Thursday at 7.30 pm. British Legion Club, Shaw Lane, Kirkbymoorside.You are welcome to come along to any meeting where you will find a group of friendly people, of all abilities and experience, with a common interest in photography. For more details see www.kirkbymoorside-camera-club.co.uk

LACEMAKING CLASSES DERWENT DIGGERS GARDENING CLUB Third Saturday of each month in Middleton

The Derwent Diggers Gardening Club is a social gardening club based in Malton and Norton, including the surrounding area. Meetings are usually held on the first Monday of each month and are at Trinity Methodist Church in Norton in April and May 2012. Membership: a modest £7 per person per year or £10 for two people living at the same address. Contact 01653 697845

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shop closes at 4pm, £2 to cover refreshments.

All welcome. Phone 01653 628896 for further details.

KIRKHAM HENRY PERFORMING ARTS

Dance, Singing, Drama, Musical Theatre.

Lessons from pre-school to professional.

Childrens and Adult classes available. Full details at www.kirkhamhenry.co.uk or call for a chat 01653 693310 (Community Interest Company)

MALTON & DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB

Every other Friday at 7pm at Ryedale Indoor Bowling Club, Norton. Our yearly program is split into two halves Sept to Dec and Jan to July with events and exhibitions taking place through the summer months. We welcome anyone with an interest in any aspect of photography whether they are a beginner, an expert, or a newcomer to digital technology and computer manipulation of photo’s. Call 01653 619181 or 01653 628982 for details. www.maltoncameraclub.co.uk

MALTON AND DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB

3rd Tuesday of the month at 2pm. Old Malton Memorial Hall. Flower arranging demonstrations, workshops,talks, outings New members welcome For more information contact the secretary, Maggie Tate-Smith on 01653 698741

MALTON AND NORTON MUSICAL THEATRE (MNMT)

Open to performers young and old and has staged hundreds of pantos and shows since it was founded in 1949. Call Chairman Ian Goring on 07988 740274 or email ian.goring@ btinternet.com.

MALTON COUNTRY QUILTERS

We meet at the Methodist Church Rooms, Saville Street, Malton on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month (excluding January and July). Meetings are from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Out interests are wide ranging including patchwork, quilting, beading and needlecraft.

We welcome anyone whatever their ability to come and join us or contact Mary Marlowe on 01653 694445 for more information.

MALTON DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR

30 strong and with a wide repertoire it has helped raise money for good causes at many concerts in Ryedale. Meet Fridays 7.45 - 9.30 pm in the Methodist Church, Saville Street, Malton.

No previous singing experience is necessary but an ability to sing is! Contact Secretary David Ackroyd on 01944-758693 or Chairman Tom Todd on 01653-692362.

MALTON BRIDGE CLUB

Wednesdays at 7.15pm at Furlongs Avenue Community Centre. Details 01653 693501 or 01653 693553

MALTON CANCER INFORMATION AND SUPPORT SERVICE

Ryedale Community House, Wentworth Street Malton 10.30-12.30 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. Tel: 01723 356060

MALTON LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB

Meet at the Forest & Vale Hotel for lunch and a speaker once a month. For further details, please call the secretary Cath Taylor on 01653 692601.

MALTON, NORTON AND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDS

village hall from 10 am to 3 pm. If you are interested in taking up this craft or are already a lacemaker you are very welcome to join us.

Details from Irene 01757 288656

Successfully supporting Malton Hospital since 1977. Always happy to welcome new members.

More information from 01653 698183

LITTLE LAMB WOOL KNITTING GROUP

A friendly non-competition band. Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.45 pm in the Bandroom in Old Maltongate. Players of all ages and ability welcome. Instruments may

We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday afternoon of the month starting from about 1pm until the

MALTON WHITE STAR BAND

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MARTON & NORMANBY GARDENING CLUB

Meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month in Marton & District Village Hall, Marton at 7.30 pm Varied programme of speakers, and visits; as well as the annual Produce Show in August. Monthly competition for the Cross Cup. Discounts on orders above £10 with six local plant and garden centres.For details of events: 01751 433105

MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP

Charity No 1046443. We can help you to access information, support and you can talk to fellow sufferers. Call Ron Middlemass Chairman for more information on 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or e-mail ron.middlemass@o2.co.uk

NATIONAL TRUST - RYEDALE CENTRE

Meet every month at the Kirkby Misperton Village Hall, presents lectures of common interest. Also organises fund raising events to aid projects for the National Trust in the Ryedale Area. Open to all. New members welcome. Contact Janet Bailey 01653 693638 for fuller details, see also www.nationaltrust. org.uk/ryedalecentre.

NEXT STEPS

Ryedale’s resource centre run for and by people with mental health problems. The Centre aims to provide a friendly, informal atmosphere in which people with a wide range of mental health difficulties , and their carers, can meet together. Tel: 01653 690854

NOMADS PRODUCTIONS

A long-established local drama society.

Performing at least one major production each year, and occasional charity events. Other activities include theatre visits, social evenings and an annual Christmas Dinner Dance. Meet twice a week in Norton during our rehearsal period. New members who are interested in any aspect of theatre are always welcome.

Please contact Pat Davis 01653 690350 or visit our website www.nomads-productions.co.uk

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SOCIETY

Ryedale Support Group. Meets at Community House, Wentworth Street Car Park, Malton Second Thursday in each month. 2.15-4pm. Call 01653 694251 for details

PICKERING ACOUSTIC MUSIC

Pickering Acoustic Music welcomes singers, musicians and listeners who would like to play and/or listen to folk, blues, jazz, classical or any kind of acoustic music. Fortnightly on Weds 8pm-11pm. Occasional guest nights with invited artists. Upstairs at The Bay Horse, Market Place, Pickering. All welcome (and it’s free!) For further information contact David on 01751 474696 or Alison on 01751 472827

PICKERING & DISTRICT FLOWER GROUP

Meet on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm in the WRVS Hungate Centre. Come and join us for flower arranging demonstrations, workshops, practice classes and outings. We are just a small friendly group and would welcome new members or come as a guest. For more information, please call Val Weighell on 01751 472902

PICKERING IN BLOOM

The group fosters interest in the appearance of the public areas of the town by tending planters and gardens. Members get together at 7.30 in the evening on every second Tuesday of the month at Bar 4, Market Place, Pickering.

New members would be most welcome and can either attend one of the meetings or contact Eileen Blakeley on 01751 477799

PICKERING MUSICAL SOCIETY

If you are interested in joining the society - in any capacity - we welcome anyone aged from 8 upwards! For more details about what we do and how you could become involved, please ring Linda Tester Publicity Manager on 01751 471553 or visit our website at www. communigate.co.uk/ryedale/pms or email pickeringmusical society@hotmail.co.uk

PICKERING SCRABBLE CLUB

Meet every Thursday at 2pm at Crossways Hotel in Pickering. Why not join us. For more details, please contact Wendy Hutchinson 01751 475412

PICKERING WORKING MEN’S CLUB

Southgate, Pickering YO18 8BL tel: 01751 473534 Every Mon Quiz from 9.15pm, Every Thu Bingo from 7pm, Every Sun Bingo from 7pm, Every Sat live entertainment from 9.30pm. (See events section for details)

RELATE

We offer a confidential counselling service for couples and individuals who need help with their relationships, regardless of marital status or sexual orientation. We also offer family therapy, a ‘time to talk’ young person’s service, and sex therapy. To register please call 0800 980 5907. Allatt House, 5 West Parade Road, Scarborough YO12 5ED

RILLINGTON VILLAGE HALL

Available to hire for parties, meetings, etc. A choice of two rooms or the whole hall, with kitchen/cloakroom facilities. Please phone Richard Denton, 01944 758136 or mrdenton@ btinternet.com

ROSEDALE HISTORY SOCIETY

Our informal Tea, Chat & History meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month, 2-4.00p.m. at Updale Reading Room, Rosedale.

Large research archive, internet access and an excellent opportunity to find out about your family and local history. Tea and home-made cakes are available. See our web pages at http://rosedale.ryedaleconnect.org.uk email rosedalehistory@hotmail.co.uk Tel. Secretary 01751 417071

RYEDALE AND DISTRICT MENCAP

Activities during term times: Monday Club meets afternoons for crafts, leisure activities, outings, etc. Thursday mornings: Yoga, on mats and in wheelchairs. Monthly on Friday evenings, Discos. Any adults interested should contact Pat Anderson on 01751 472 172.

RYEDALE BRANCH OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION

Meets every first Wednesday at the Old Lodge Hotel, Malton, from 3 -4.30pm for a social meeting when there is usually a guest speaker.

The branch also usually meets on the third Wednesday of the month at a local restaurant for a lunch. Membership is open to all people with a regard for the RAF plus serving and ex-serving members of the RAF and WRAF. The Association works towards helping serving and ex-serving members of the RAF, together with their dependants, in time of need. For further information please contact our Secretary, John Paul, on 01751 431793

RYEDALE CARERS SUPPORT

We need volunteers of all ages and varied experiences to sit with older people to enable their partnet or family carer to have a little time off. If you have an hour to spare each week or fortnight, we would like to hear from you. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please call Claire Hall, Annette Major or Vicky Taylor on: Tel: 01751 432288 Ryedale Carers Support, The Old School, Tinley Garth, Kirby Moorside, York, YO62 6AR email: chgh@ryedalecarerssupport. fsnet.co.uk www.ryedalecarerssupport.fsnet. co.uk Reg Charity No 1076716

RYEDALE CHORAL

Rehearsals at Pickering Methodist Church Rooms, Potter Hill on Fridays 7.30-9.30, from September with a summer break. There are

COMMUNITY two different concert programmes in autumn and spring and sometimes a Christmas concert of carols and readings, performed at different venues around Ryedale. New members are always made welcome, whatever their experience. Contact Grahame Walker (01723 850640) or Jim Dye (01751 431945) for further details

RYEDALE CROQUET

Ryedale Sports Club, Thornton Road, Pickering.

Play Short Lawn Croquet, Mixed Association and Golf Croquet April to end of September.

Mondays and Tuesdays 2-5pm and Wednesdays 2-8pm. Tel: 01653 694595 for more details

RYEDALE DOG RESCUE

We are local volunteers in the Ryedale, Scarborough and York area and re-home all types of dog wherever possible. We pay kennel fees and have foster homes to help long or short-term needs. For details of our work, fundraising events, to adopt a dog or simply make a donation please contact 07581 324153 or see our website www.ryedaledogrescue.com Reg Charity no 1117972

RYEDALE FAMILY HISTORY GROUP

Monthly meetings at various locations in Ryedale on the third Wednesday of every month. Details can be found at www. ryedalefamilyhistory.org. The Research Room at Hovingham Hall is open every Thursday from 10am to 3pm for family history research with expert help. Open by arrangement by contacting Janice Wood on 01653 628952

RYEDALE FILM SOCIETY

Films take place at Friends Meeting House, 19 Castlegate, Pickering at 7.30pm. Season tickets (for 12 films) £30. Half season (for 6 films) £18.

Guest tickets £4.00. For a full programme, please contact Alison Lawson 01751 472827 or Frank Rock 01751 477 484.

RYEDALE FORUM 50+

The forum is open to all residents aged 50 and over, and membership is free. A varied programme of events is arranged, including talks about issues particular to the over 50’s, outings to a variety of places, concerts and theatre, and coffee mornings. Transport to enable people to attend many events is often organised. To find out more about the Ryedale Forum 50+, please contact Judith Denniss - Membership 01653 697077 or Anna Salkeld Hon. Sec 01944 759123

RYEDALE FRIENDSHIP GROUP

We meet on the second Monday evening of each month at the Memorial Hall in Pickering. A social group for retired or over 50’s local people There is a mixture of social activities, speakers, lunches at local venues, short strolls, theatre visits, holidays and more. Please contact Peter Ashton (01751 473715) or Sue Hall (01751 474181)for more information.

RYEDALE LETS

Ryedale Local Exchange Trading System (LETS) is a group who trade goods and services for points (known as Ryes in Ryedale). These can be traded within the group or with other LETS groups e.g. York or Scarborough. We meet locally for trading sessions, games nights and meals out. For further information please contact Ruth on 01653 694866

RYEDALE MEN TOGETHER

A small informal group of about 15 men who meet for a chat and a meal each month at the Market Place Restaurant Malton. After dinner our visiting speaker kicks off a discussion on a theme that he is passionate about and has experienced. New members are very welcome, contact eddie.james@cvmen.org.uk or phone 01944 758807

RYEDALE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BRANCH

Members come from all parts of the Ryedale area. We have a Support Officer who can offer information, advice and support. There is a

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RYEDALE members’ monthly newsletter and an annual lunch for everyone. Our Charity Shop on Smiddy Hill in Pickering holds information, or for more details contact our Support Officer, Mrs Lindsay Ward on 01653 695310. New members and volunteers are always welcome.

RYEDALE SCOTTISH DANCE GROUP

A friendly group meeting every Wednesday evening in the parish hall, Hallgarth, Pickering from 7.30 – 9.30pm. Cost £1.50 which includes a drink and a biscuit. You don’t need any special equipment, level of fitness or even a partner.

Beginners especially welcome to come along for an evening of exercise and laughter. For further details, please contact Sheila Barnes on 01751 473924

RYEDALE SPECIAL FAMILIES

Supporting families of children with disabilities and special need. Ryedale cial Families is an independent charity founded in the early 1990s by a group of parents of disabled children. Our objectives are the relief of children and young adults with disabilities and special needs, their families and/or carers, in particular, but not exclusively, by the provision of information, advice and support service. 121 Town Street, Old Malton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7HD. Tel: 01653 699 000

RYEDALE TALKING MAGAZINE

A small local charity, based in Pickering and founded in 1981, which provides a free monthly magazine recorded on tape and CD for those Ryedale residents who are blind, partially sighted or otherwise visually impaired. Do you know of anyone who might like to receive the magazine? We can arrange for an issue to be sent out on a trial basis. We are also looking for new volunteer readers. For further information please contact Val on 01751 476499.

RYEDALE U3A

U3As (Universities of the Third Age) are charitable, self funded, democratic organistaions which provide all types of educational, creative and leisure activities for older people at minimal cost, by making use of the knowledge, skills and experience of their members. Ryedale U3A currently has around 400 members and, as well as a regular monthly speaker meeting at Kirbymisperton Village Hall on a wide range of subjects, there are over 20 groups in such subjects as local and family history, music appreciation, gardening, walking and painting etc. Anyone interested should contact Jean Leggott on 01751 475093

RYEDALE VOLUNTARY ACTION (RVA)

A registered charity working across Ryedale providing voluntary and community support to charities, self help groups, and any group which is led by volunteers or by the community.

Tel: 01653 600120, email: post@rva-cvs.org. uk, or visit www.ryedaleva.org.uk for more information.

RYEDALE WALKING GROUP

The ideal venue to hire for parties, meetings, celebrations etc. Large bright hall, Meeting Room, Excellent kitchen facilities and cloakrooms. For more details please phone 0770 4353186 for competitive rates of hire.

SCARBOROUGH AND RYEDALE CARERS RESOURCE

For information about where carers can find help and support. 01723 850155

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE

Do you know someone who is experiencing sight problems, and is finding daily life difficult?

We aim to help by providing activities and support for blind and sight impaired people. We offer fortnightly social meetings in both Malton and Pickering, excursions, an annual holiday, information and support, walking group, Yoga group, book group, computer training, and loan or supply of aids and equipment. All our activities are specially-tailored for those who are sight impaired, and fully supported by our volunteers. We also provide door-to-door transport. Many of our members are registered either blind or partially sighted, but you needn’t be registered to join us. Our office number is 01653 698860, or email sightsupportryedale@ btconnect.com. www.sightsupportryedale.org

SINNINGTON PEOPLE’S GUILD

Meet on Tuesdays at 7.15pm from October to March in the Methodist Schoolroom at Sinnington. A friendly ecumenical mixed group of men and women. There is a varied programme of musical evenings and speakers.

Everyone is assured of a warm welcome and each hour long meeting concludes with a cup of tea and refreshments!

STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS

We are a friendly, community choir of approx: 40 voices aged 13 to 70 which rehearses weekly throughout term time in Stamford Bridge School. We are available for Concerts, Church Services and Weddings. To hire us or to join the choir please email: info@stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk Further details on our website: www. stamfordbridgesingers.btck.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you.

THORNTON LE DALE PLAYERS

The Society has been putting on regular productions in the Village Hall since the early 1940s. We now perform at least one major production each year, usually in November. If you are interested in any aspect of amateur dramatics please contact Mr J Walker 01751 475001 or Mr G Hunt 01751 476283. You will be made very welcome by this happy band of thespians!

THORNTON LE DALE SCRABBLE CLUB

Meets on Tuesday afternoons at 2pm at The Institute in Thornton le Dale. Tel: Wendy Hutchinson on 01751 475412 for more details

WEA PICKERING BRANCH

The branch of the WEA organises courses and day schools on a variety of subjects during the daytime and evenings, sometimes including trips out. Contact the programme secretary Rev. David Clark on 01751 476118. Series of talks from September to March on the second Friday of every month at The Friends Meeting House, Castlegate, Pickering. A number of theatre visits are organised, for details please contact Oulton Walker on 01751 477597.

WELBURN VILLAGE HALL

SWINTON EXCELSIOR BRASS BAND

Our volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated whether at home , in hospital, or in times of crisis. The Hungate Centre is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. We offer a variety of activities including our Wednesday Social Club. It starts at 2pm and we host various different activities at this event.

All are very welcome to come and join. It is free to join and just £2 per session which includes refreshments.

People of all ages and abilities welcome Practice Nights Monday and Wednesday 7.30 to 9.00pm, Learners Saturday Night 6 to 8pm - Everything is provided, we just ask for your commitment - The Band Room, Middle Street, Swinton. Please contact Tracey Popham 01653 696417 or look at website www.swinton-band. org.uk for more details.

THE CHANTICLEER SINGERS

SAMARITANS OF SCARBOROUGH

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Village Hall, Thornton le Dale. Sundays and Thursdays 10.30 until lunchtime. All ages welcome. No experience necessary. Bowls can be provided. For more information please call Jean Matthews on 01751 475871 or Christine Harrison on 01751 473703 or email candepickering@tiscali.co.uk

Ideal venue for parties and celebrations, meetings, exhibitions. Large hall and smaller meeting room. More details, please call Sandy Hill 01653 619576 or Yvonne Myers 01653 618610

A friendly, Malton-based chamber choir of around thirty voices. We meet on Wednesdays in term-time at St. Leonard’s church rooms, from 7.30 - 9.30 p.m. to rehearse, and sing 4 - 6 concerts in the local area and beyond each year, featuring a wide-ranging repertoire. A vacancy occasionally arises, and the Musical Director is happy to audition people with good singing experience and some sight-reading ability.

For further details, please contact the Musical Director on 01904 706437

SAND HUTTON AND CLAXTON VILLAGE HALL

THORNTON LE DALE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB

STAPE SILVER BAND

Practice Tuesdays and Thursdays. Constantly recruiting new and old members wanting to return. Offer individual tuition on Monday evenings. For more information contact the Band Master Mr Mike Breckon 01751 472224

Affiliated to the Ramblers Association. We walk as a group all year at weekends locally and throughout Yorkshire. We meet at Pickering swimming pool on Saturday or Sunday mornings. Most of our weekend walks are 5-12 miles in length. In addition, during the summer months we have evening walks. Full details are in the programme on our website at www. ryedalewalkinggroup.btck.co.uk. Members receive 10% discount from three local walking shops. For more information about the group please ring 01751 476380 Confidential emotional support to anyone in distress or despair or at risk and self harm or suicide. www.samaritans.org.uk tel 08457 90 90 90. We are always available for phone calls and visitors 8.00am - 10.00pm. Samaritan House, 40 Trafalgar Street West, Scarborough. Tel: 01723 368888

THE VALE OF PICKERING PROBUS CLUB

The Club always welcomes new members who are retired or semi-retired men with a professional or business background. We meet the second Tuesday of the month in the Forest & Vale Hotel, Pickering for lunch and a visiting speaker. Our speakers cover a wide range of topics. Occasional visits are also arranged. For more information please contact the secretary, David Billett on 01751 472879.

Beginners and interested non-painters welcome! Meetings are held in the Memorial Hall on the 2nd Thursday of each month, 7-9pm. Annual membership of £15 gives free entry to these and the right to show work at the prestigious and highly successful Annual Exhibition in September. We also organize two one day workshops and four outdoor painting days per year and Monday evening practical sessions.. Membership Secretary: Renee Clark 01751 431834

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PLAYGROUPS

BARTON LE WILLOWS PLAY GROUP

Friday mornings mother and toddlers meet 9.30-11.30am, birth-school age, £2.00 per child.

Qualified staff.Lots of interesting activities to enjoy. For more details contact Catherine Bell 01653 619304

BROOKLYN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP

Large indoor and outdoor learning environment. Early Years qualified staff. Good Ofsted report (May 2010) Value for money fees and free Early years Funding for 3 and 4 year olds. Brooklyn Preschool Playgroup is registered for children aged 2 years to 4 years 11 months.

For more details contact us on 07792369468 during session or on 01653 696603.

CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP

Friendly Qualified Staff, Places for 2 year olds to school age children. Safe outside play area.

Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th September

SEPTEMBER 2012 • ISSUE 81 Ofsted registered. Funding for 3 & 4 year olds.

Opening Times Mon - Fri 9.05 - 12.05 Lunch Club twice a week. Village Hall, Barker’s Lane, Snainton, Contact Janet on 0776 5557020

FIRESTATION PRESCHOOL

A community run playgroup in safe comfortable surroundings. Wide variety of activities.

Members of the Pre-school Learning Alliance.

Sheepfoot Hill, Castlegate, Malton Tel: 01653 694768

LEAVENING TODDLER GROUP

Leavening Methodist School Room every Monday morning during term time from 9-11.30am. For children 0- school age accompanied by their parent/carer. Come have a play, make things, sing and adults get chance to have a cuppa and chat! £1 per family. For details contact Paula on 07504821580.

LITTLE STARS STAY AND PLAY GROUP

Held every Wed morning in term time and most school holidays from 10-11.30am in the back room at Thornton Dale Village Hall. Open to mums with bumps and babies and children aged 0-5 years and their parents and carers.

Sessions cost: Bumps and babies up to 6 months are free, 6 months to a year are £1.50 per child and 1 year + are £2.50 per child. For more information contact us on (01751) 474963 or donnafirth2004@yahoo.co.uk.

MUMS AND TOTS

Trinity Chapel, Norton. Meets every Wednesday in termtime. 9.15am - 11.15am. Open to all Mums and tots in the area. Call Carole Elliott on 01653 694891 for more details

PICKERING PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP (HALLGARTH)

We provide a wide range of activities. Friendly qualified staff. Ofsted registered. Members of PLA. Teddy Bear club is on a Fri mornings from birth onwards. Intro session is on a Tuesday morning from 0 months to playgroup entry.

Playgroup sessions from 2 years to school age.

Telephone number 07910147095 Parish Hall, Hallgarth, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7AW Registered Charity Number 1038039

POTTER HILL PLAYGROUP

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri. 9am - 11.30 am. For children from 2 years to school age. £7 per session for non-funded children. Funding available, please ask for details. Rear of Methodist Chapel. Contact: 01751 472015 or 07837 306460 Wednesdays - Potter Hill Tiny Tots & Tiny Tots plus. From birth 9.30am-11am. £1.50 for babies. £2.50 for children over 14 months. £4 for 2 children. Rear of Methodist Chapel.

Contact: 01751 472015 or 07837306460. Reg. Charity No. 1025256

RILLINGTON PLAYGROUP

Rillington Village Hall. Open times Mon-Wed 9am till 12 noon. Thu-Fri 9am-12pm lunchclub 12-12.30 afternoon 12.30-3pm. Term-time only. Pre-School Sessional Care - 2yrs to School Age. Highly qualified Staff with Early Years Professional status. (EYPS equivalent to Teaching status). We are registered with Ofsted..Toddler Group Wed & Fri 9.15-11.15 £1 a session pay as you go. Playgroup mobile Tel; 07704289080 session time

SINNINGTON PRESCHOOL

Through friendship, fun and play we learn together. Located in idyllic rural setting. Ofsted registered good with outstanding in some areas.

Friendly experienced and well qualified staff.

Pre-school -Mon & Wed: 9.10 - 2.55 (includes am, aft and lunch club sessions).Thurs & Fri: 9.10 11.40am. Stay & Play (0-5) Tues: 10.00 - 11.30am.

Tel: 01751 431465 or 07799 727656 email: info@ sinnpreschool.org.uk Web: www.sinnpreschool. org.uk

SWINTON PLAYGROUP

Why not come and join us in a happy, friendly, safe environment. The staff are fully trained, we are OFSTED inspected and funded places are

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available. We are open during term time on Mon and Thu from 9 to 12 and on Tue and Wed from 9 to 3. Children from 2.5 years to school age are welcome to attend any session, those who are 2 but not yet 2.5 can come on a Thu. Please phone us on 01653 695020 or 07879 834975. The Reading Rooms, Main Street, Swinton - just two miles out of Malton.

TERRINGTON PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP

T: 01653 692193 oldmaltonstmarysfc@yahoo. co.uk. www.oldmaltonstmarysfc.com

PICKERING ATHLETICS CLUB

01751 472877 www.pickeringathletics.co.uk

PICKERING BOWLING CLUB

T: 01751 472566 glloyd@pcxinternet.com

PICKERING CRICKET CLUB

T: 01751 475442 mansfield_glaisdale@ btinternet.com.

A happy caring environment, qualified staff, OFSTED inspected. For children 2 years old to school age. Serving Terrington, Malton and surrounding villages. The Preschool runs on Tue, Wed and Thu from 9:30 to 12:30. Contact Amanda Welch 01653 619870 or Jenny Smith 01653 628683 for more details.

PICKERING TOWN COMMUNITY FOOTBALL CLUB

Senior Section: T: 01944 711448 usherso8@ btinternet.com Junior Section: T: 01653 697724 www.communigate.co.uk/york/juniorpikes.cfc.

THORNTON DALE PRE SCHOOL

RYEDALE INDOOR BOWLS CLUB

T: 01653 600016

Offering places for children from 2 years old to school age. Ofsted registered. Friendly qualified staff. Situated within Thornton Dale School with a secure outdoor play area. We run sessions Mon-Fri from 9am-11.30am with lunch club on Mon, Thu and Fri and also FULL DAY CARE from 9am-3pm Mon,Thu and Fri. Contact Tracey Toes on 07887663996 for further details.

RYEDALE LEISURE CENTRE T: 01751 476726 RYEDALE SPORTS CLUB

Thornton Road, Pickering. Tennis - T: 01751 473101, Croquet - T: 01653 694595. Cricket - T: 01751 476924. Table Tennis - T: 01751 477778.

Football - T: 01751 473390

RYEDALE TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE

TOTS PLAY & PRAISE

Alan Kirkwood 01653 692862 alanandchrisa@ aol.com and www.ryedale-table-tennis.org.uk

Saville Street Methodist Church, Malton. Every Thursday in term time. 10am - 11.30am Play and praise for pre-school children. £1 per family

WELBURN TEA AND TOTS

Meet in Welburn Village Hall every Tues 10am–11.30am. Open to babies/toddlers/under primary school age with parent/grandparent/ carer (must stay with child throughout the whole session) Only £2 per family per session, includes refreshments, lots of activities and lovely toys to play with in a laid back and friendly atmosphere.

SCARBOROUGH AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION Mr K.W. Sales 01751 473348 SETTRINGTON BOWLING CLUB Mr Croser Tel:

01653 692522 maureencroser@yahoo.co.uk.

SWINTON SPORTS CENTRE

Derek Cuthbertson on tel: 01653 690807

THIXENDALE CRICKET CLUB

Ms Anstey Tel: 01377 288272

THORNTON-LE-DALE BOWLING CLUB

SPORTS CLUBS

Mr Callow Tel: 01751 472748 david@ncallow93. freeserve.co.uk.

T: 07530028986 www.amotherbyandswintonfc. co.uk

Mr Calvert Tel: 01751 472533 martin@ calvert213.wanadoo.co.uk.

AMOTHERBY & SWINTON FOOTBALL CLUB

THORNTON-LE-DALE CRICKET CLUB

AMOTHERBY TABLE TENNIS CLUB

THORNTON-LE-DALE FOOTBALL CLUB

T: 01653 696704 andy@cannybooks.com

Mr Barnes Tel: 01751 475134 maadi@btinternet. com.

UNITED MARTIAL ARTS Tony Dyas 07956 612667 unitedmartialarts@btinternet.com

BADMINGTON CLUB Sandburn Hall, Flaxton. Fri 2-3.30pm T: 01904 490440 BROOKLYN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB

WELHAM BOWLING CLUB

T: 01653 693682 info@brooklynjfc.co.uk www. brooklynjfc.co.uk.

Secretary Mr Pool 01653 699624 WESTOW CRICKET CLUB Ms Price Tel: 01653 658338 Julie@pricewelford.freeserve.co.uk.

DERWENT SWIMMING POOL T: 01653 693407 GKR KARATE CLUB T: 07956 251580 HESLERTON BOWLING CLUB T: 01944 738632 HESLERTON CRICKET CLUB

SCOUTS & GUIDES

1ST MALTON SCOUTS Beavers, Cubs, Scouts

T: 01723 859616 www.nutt@farmline.com.

and Explorers. Please contact Roger Thomson on 01653 696789 or 07950 558216

HESLERTON FOOTBALL CLUB

T: 01653 693598 driver_edward@yahoo.co.uk.

1ST KIRKBYMOORSIDE BROWNIES

HESLERTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB

T: 01944 768387 tracyarmstrong@aol.com www. heslerton-sport.co.uk

MALTON AND OLD MALTON CRICKET CLUB

T: 01653 692223 johnandjoyhudson@btinternet. com

MALTON OUTDOOR BOWLS CLUB

Maltonbowlsclub@btinternet.com www. maltonbowlsclub.co.uk

MALTON WHEELERS ROAD CLUB

T: 01653 694571 maltonwheelersrc@tiscali.co.uk www.maltonwheelersrc.co.uk

MARTON SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB

T:01751 472137

NEWITTS.COM BECKETT FOOTBALL LEAGUE T:

01751 473348

NORTON UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB

T: 01653 693241

OLD MALTON & ST MARYS FOOTBALL CLUB

Contact Angela Kneeshaw 07976 748299

1ST NORTON SCOUTS Beavers, Cub Scouts, Scout and Explorers. Please contact Mr Ian Appleby on 01653 694900 for more details

1ST VALE OF PICKERING SCOUTS

Beavers, cubs, scouts and explorers. Please contact Ray Bowman on 01751 476918 for more details

RILLINGTON AND DISTRICT SCOUT GROUP

(meeting in Settrington) Cubs and Scouts. Please contact Liz Hinde on 01944 758328

RYEDALE BROWNIES AND GUIDES

Contact Alison Hutchinson (Girlguiding Division Commissioner) on tel: 07816 847271

SCOUTING IN RYEDALE

Please contact Mererid Hunt (District Commissioner) on 01653 690992

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The King of Rock and Roll

Looking for a venue?

Saturday 6th October

Celebrating a Special Occasion?

at the Milton Rooms!

Birthdays from 18ths to 90ths Christening - Anniversary - Office Parties

or wanting to hold...

Business Meetings or Seminars Regular Local Group Sessions

Kitchen - Self Catering - Licensed Bar Tickets are £13.50 and are on sale from Malton Tourist Information Centre (which is now based at in the Library) tel: 01653 600048 All proceeds from the evening will go to Ryedale Special Families, a Malton based charity who provide care, support and activities, for over 400 Ryedale families who have children with disabilities and special needs.

Please contact:Secretary Joy Hudson on 01653 692223 for further information Fitzwilliam Sports Association Malton & Old Malton Cricket and Football Clubhouse Malton Cricket Ground, Malton YO17 7EY

Many different Fairtrade crafts as well as stalls of local crafts people, and light refreshments.

Fairtrade craft fair Saturday 22nd September at 10am- 4pm Memorial Hall, Old Malton

Stalls include jewellery, children’s toys, cards, American folk art, ceramics as well as Fairtrade items from Fairer World and Black Yak. We will also be joined by the local artist Jo Claire.

Come along and join us for a fun fairtrade day!

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LOCAL EVENTS

1-30 SEPTEMBER

Beck Isle Museum Exhibition: Harvest time in Ryedale photography competition

1 SEPTEMBER

Bushcraft For Adults at Dalby Forest. Learn how to survive in the wild - build and stay in your very own woodland shelter!

Booking essential; call Mark Barker on 01751 417123.

8 SEPTEMBER

Saturday Night Entertainment at Pickering Working Mens Club 9.30pm Male Entertainer ‘Scott’.

Saturday Night Entertainment at Pickering Working Mens Club 9.30pm. Five Piece pop/ rock, soul & blues band Hi Heel Sneakers.

1 SEPTEMBER

9 SEPTEMBER

Harvest Celebrations at Ryedale Folk Museum. Learn about the harvest and its history, with displays and crafts for all ages

1 - 2 SEPTEMBER

3 SEPTEMBER

9 SEPTEMBER

Ryedale and District Mencap Monday Club (free) At the cricket club from 1.30 – 3.30pm. For more information call Pat Anderson 01751 472172 pat.anderson88@ yahoo.com

3 SEPTEMBER

Prize Bingo in aid of Westow Cricket Club. Prize bingo – Railway club, Norton. Eyes down 7.30pm.

6 SEPTEMBER

Horrible Health Quiz at Ryedale Folk Museum.

Come and have fun with the wonderfully gruesome world of medicine with objects from the ‘Harrison Collection’. From leech jars to trepanning, this fun quiz will have you guessing and grimacing! Teams of 4-6 people, smaller numbers can still book and will be organised into a team on the night. £6 per person. Please note that all of our adult activities require prior booking. For more information please contact: learning@ryedalefolkmuseum. co.uk

7 SEPTEMBER

Jeff & Vida at the Milton Rooms in Malton. 7.30pm. Tickets £8.

8 SEPTEMBER

Leavening Village Show.

Leavening Primary School at 2.30pm. Produce & preserves, Handicrafts, Children’s Classes etc. Refreshments. Adm Adults £2, Children 50pm.

More details and entry forms from Nancy Spencer T: 01653 658381.

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Diesel Gala at NYMR. A great weekend for heritage diesel enthusiasts with a number of guest and home-based diesel locomotives on the line.

15 SEPTEMBER

Saturday Night Entertainment at Pickering Working Mens Club 9.30pm. Male Entertainer Ray Randall.

9 SEPTEMBER

Heritage Open Day at Howsham Mill. Come and see the use of traditional materials and techniques in the current restoration of Howsham Mill, 10am to 4pm. For further details contact Martin Phillips 01653 618925.

15 - 16 SEPTEMBER

Wild About Wood Festival at The Arboretum Trust , Castle Howard. Watch chainsaw sculpting, demonstrations of furniture making, willowweaving, or have a go at treeclimbing. Watch the ancient skill of heavy-horse logging, or take the family along to the Discovery Zone and get involved in a whole range of activities and workshops including pond-dipping, shelter building, arboretum art & bushcraft. Local food & drink. Archery, coracle making (and paddling!), watercolour painting or paper-making, or just relax and listen to some traditional English music.

Woodland Market of arts & crafts. For more details see www.kewatch.co.uk

Ryedale Aquarist Society Aquarium Fish Open Show & Auction of aquatic items.

Old Malton Memorial Hall.

Benching of exhibits 10am to 12.30pm. 40 Classes covering the full range of tropical freshwater and coldwater fish.

YAAS rules and standards. 20p per exhibit. Public viewing of exhibits - 12.40pm. Booking of auction lots - 10.00am to 11.50am. Auction begins 12.30pm. For further details phone 01751 472715

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17 SEPTEMBER

Yorkshire Craft and Produce Market in the Stable Courtyard at Castle Howard. 10am - 4pm.

Shop for delicious food and beautiful crafts all sourced or produced in Yorkshire, and in many cases locally to the Castle Howard Estate.

11 SEPTEMBER

Hooked and Prodded Landscapes at Ryedale Folk Museum. Start to make a wall hanging or rug from your own design or be inspired by one of our landscapes in the North York Moors. Incorporates both hooky and proddy techniques. £30 per person, includes all materials. Please note that all of our adult activities require prior booking. For more information please contact: learning@ryedalefolkmuseum. co.uk

12 SEPTEMBER

Pantomime Auditions for Pickering Musical Society.

Auditions for 2013 Pantomime - Dick Whittington. Telephone: 01751 474833 or Email: info@ pickeringmusicalsociety.co.uk

Rural Crafts and Hands on History Day at Beck Isle Museum, Bridge Street, Pickering. More details from 01751 473653.

14-16 SEPTEMBER

Heritage Open Day at Beck Isle Museum, Bridge Street, Pickering. Field Find Identifications.

Comitatus - The End of the Roman Empire at Dalby Forest.

A chance to take a step back in time to the Roman era with the re-enactment group Comitatus. www.forestry. gov.uk

13 SEPTEMBER

Cottage Cooking For Beginners at Ryedale Folk Museum. A 5 week hands on course exploring some of the different aspects and styles of cooking, covering Iron Age to the Victorian period.

Create and taste different recipes each week using traditional methods in our period buildings. Working with potatoes in WW2, fish in salt dough, pastry and Victorian decorating, Tudor cooking, pancakes and herbs. £55 per person, includes all ingredients & an info/recipe pack each week. Please note that all of our adult activities require prior booking. For more information please contact: learning@ ryedalefolkmuseum.co.uk

22 SEPTEMBER

Westow village monthly fair from 10.30am -1pm in the village hall. A variety stalls including jewelery, scarves, locally made jams, pickles, chutneys, sausages, pork pies, hand turned wooden gifts, hand made cards, sweets, bread, photographs. The cricket club are having stalls selling 2nd hand books, cakes

and home baking, a tombola, as well as serving refreshments all in aid of thier pavilion fund.

22 SEPTEMBER

Saturday Night Entertainment at Pickering Working Mens Club 9.30pm - Female Entertainer Charlie Grace.

22 SEPTEMBER

Newton and Stape Kids Fun Club and Newton Playing Fields Hog Roast and Pudding.

CHU MA SHU will be playing.

7.30pm until 11.30 pm. Tickets £10 each. Bring own drink.

Tickets available from Nicola Eddon 01751 477244. In aid of funds for both organisations

28 SEPTEMBER

Harvest Supper in aid of Westow Cricket Club. 7pm in Westow Village Hall. 3 course menu to be announced later.

Tickets £10 each. BYO alcohol/ soft drinks.

28-30 SEPTEMBER

Autumn Steam Gala at NYMR. See website for more details www.nymr.co.uk

29 SEPTEMBER

Saturday Night Entertainment at Pickering Working Mens Club 9.30pm - Male Entertainer Carl Robinson.

29 SEPTEMBER

Trackrod Motor Rally at Dalby Forest. An exciting opportunity to watch rally cars in action.

There will be public vehicle access as far as Sneverdale only - all walks and cycle trails CLOSED for the day. See the Trackrod website www. trackrodmotorclub.co.uk for further information and price details.

6 OCTOBER

Saturday Day School at Pickering WEA. Tutor: Dr. Robert Wright: The History of York - the story of the city from its foundations to modern times. 10am to 4pm at the Memorial Hall, Potter Hill, Pickering. Fees £20. To book 01751 476118 or email jdsclark@btinternet.com.

HELMSLEY ARTS CENTRE

Box office: 01439 771700

4 SEPTEMBER

Evocative Landscapes : Paintings By Hannah West.

6 SEPTEMBER

The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time.

First screening of our brand new National Theatre Live

Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th September

SEPTEMBER 2012 • ISSUE 81 series where Mark Haddon’s multi-award-winning novel is beautifully adapted into a stage play for the first time.

14 SEPTEMBER

Uncorked: King Courgette, Warble & Strum, Poet’s Corner Live.

15 SEPTEMBER

60s Big Night Out. A non-stop show full of 50/60’s hits starring some of the UK’s top 60’s acts.

16 SEPTEMBER

Ben Osborne’s Jurassic Journey. This is an exciting fusion of photography, digital imagery, music, poetry and sculptural pieces, illustrating the beauty of the Jurassic Coast.

20 SEPTEMBER

Limehouse Lizzy. Renowned for an action-packed pyrotechnicfueled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive.

22 SEPTEMBER

The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists. This hilarious adaptation comes straight from a successful run on the Edinburgh Fringe and shows the hardships of a group of decorators as they renovate a town house for the Mayor in a complacent and stagnating Edwardian England.

23 SEPTEMBER

compete to outdo each other in displays of wealth, wit, feasting and battlefield prowess. Each King is proud, intelligent, and the epitome of chivalry. But who will eventually win this battle of vanity?

28 SEPTEMBER

Helmsley Folk Weekend. The festivities kick off at 7.30pm on Friday 28th with an upbeat ‘Fun With Folk’ concert headlined by the Churchfitters, bringing zany Celtic music from Brittany, as well as the world music rhythms of Mambo Jambo, and Lincolnshire’s goodhumoured folk raconteurs Bill Whalley and Dave Fletcher. The headliners for Saturday night’s act on 29 September, are the award-winning The Outside Track. The Sunday concerts are headlined by American roots duo from Asheville, North Carolina, Dana and Susan Robinson, and SONY Award winning Northeast songwriter Jez Lowe. And if audiences aren’t too exhausted they can stay for the Festival Finale which sees comedy-folk vaudevillians The New Rope String Band close the main programme with their inimitable brand of family-folk-fun. Add to that the rolling programme of singers sessions, tune gatherings and street dancers and you have a wonderful recipe for a great music weekend.

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS

Harmonia And Friends. A welcome return to this Maltonbased 45-member ladies choir.

Harmonia perform an eclectic mix of pop, folk, gospel and show tunes.

10 SEPTEMBER

26 AND 27 SEPTEMBER

17 SEPTEMBER

Kings Of The Cloth Of Gold The year is 1520. In this brand new family comedy Henry VIII of England meets Frances I of France in an area of disputed territory. In a French field, under cloths of gold, these two Kings

COMMUNITY

Yorkshire Volunteer Brass Band

Last Night of the Proms

Malton Community Sports Centre 2 - 4pm and 5 - 7pm The Royal British Legion, Kirbymoorside. 2 - 4pm and 5 - 7pm

PUZZLE SOLUTIONS

CROSSWORD: Across: 1 Insist, 4 Lesser, 9 Shampoo, 10 Twirl, 11 Cargo, 12 Benefit, 13 Continually, 18 Patient, 20 Reach, 22 Evict, 23 Obvious, 24 Dreary, 25 Glides. Down: 1 Insect, 2 Stair, 3 Support, 5 Eaten, 6 Skilful, 7 Relate, 8 Combination, 14 Outside, 15 Arrival, 16 Spread, 17 Ghosts, 19 Enter, 21 Avoid.

PICTOGRAMS: 1. The chips are down, 2. Prime time, 3. Love is blind WORDSEARCH: Hidden Phrase; Photography helps people to see. Berenice Abbott

White Rose York Foresters is proud to sponsor the Last Night of the Proms to raise funds for the York branch of the Myasthenia Gravis Charity No 1046443 to buy equipment for York Hospital to help all people with Neurological & Respiratory illness and research.

Saturday 20th October 2012 Joseph Rowntree Theatre, York

7.30 start, Tickets £8 from York Theatre Royal Box Office 01904 623568 or online, on sale now.

For more information call Ron Middlemass 01904 679939 or 07715 943 406

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INDEX ACCOUNTANTS Jones Partnership, The........ 45 McGlincheys Chartered Accountants........................... 44 Newby Business Accounting. .................................................... 44

CRAFTS Little Lamb Wool................... 39

AERIALS & AUDIO VISUAL ADI Communications.......... 18 Aerial Services........................ 11

DENTISTS Howardian Dental Practice..4

ART GALLERIES & PICTURE FRAMING Talents Fine Arts.................... 45 ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES & PLANS Pinfold Building Consultancy .................................................... 23 Prospect Design.................... 12 BATHROOMS Bluewater Bathrooms......... 32 BEAUTY Be Pampered @ Elaine’s...... 44 Bella Mani................................ 43 Nails at Femme Fatale......... 39 BLINDS Low Blind Price...................... 35 BUILDERS Derwent Vale Building Services Ltd............................ 16 Eastgate Building Contractors............................. 15 GJC Construction & Groundworks......................... 28 Image Developments (Northern) Ltd........................ 18 Rising Builders....................... 22 CAR VALETING Crystal Clean.......................... 37 CARPET CLEANING Kevin Atkinson Carpet Cleaning................................... 18

GROUNDWORKS GJC Construction & Groundworks......................... 28 B Swales Groundworks & Paving....................................... 26

DAMP PROOFING Eastgate Property Maintenance.......................... 14

HEALTH Gaia Holistix............................ 42 Ryedale Physiotherapy Clinic .................................................... 43 Slimming world..................... 43 Stuart Moore Foot Health.. 43

DOG GROOMING Nose 2 Tail Grooming.......... 48 Spotless Dog, The................. 48

HIGH LEVEL MAINTENANCE High Level Maintenance.... 31

DRY CLEANING & LAUNDRY Norton Laundry & Dry Cleaning................................... 30

JOINERY Acorn Lofts & Joinery.......... 18 Hewison Joinery................... 13 S Elvidge Joinery......................8

ELECTRICIANS Haines Electrical.................... 28 Merlin Trading Ltd................ 22 Powerlink Electrical.............. 20

KITCHENS & BEDROOMS Coopers of Pickering........... 23 Dream Doors Ltd.....................9 Handmade Kitchen Company, The........................ 31 Howarth Timber.................... 27 Instyle Kitchens Ltd................2 Work Top Man........................ 10

EQUINE Paddock Cleaning Services.49 Station House Vets............... 49 FENCING Acklam Fencing..................... 24 JC Fencing............................... 27 Philip Mason Fencing Contractor............................... 24 FINANCES Moneywise Financial Solutions.................................. 38 Pen Life Chartered Financial Planners................................... 37 FOOD & DRINK Dale Head Farm Tea Garden.. .................................................... 41 Derventio Wines................... 41 JASS Brewing Supplies....... 41

FURNITURE & INTERIORS Interiors at Nine to Eleven....5 Coopers of Pickering........... 23

CARS & SERVICING BMC Motor Engineers......... 36 Pure Car Mechanics............. 37

GARAGE DOORS Fersina Garage Doors.............8 Hobman Garage Doors...... 23

CINEMA Palace Cinema....................... 44

GARDENS Clearsky Landscapes........... 24 Coopers of Pickering........... 23 Economic Landscapes........ 24 Expert Tree Care Ltd............ 25 Greensleeves Gardening... 24 Howarth Timber.................... 27 Malton Gardening Services.24 Pave-a-way.............................. 27 Rock and Stone York Ltd.... 24 B Swales Groundworks & Paving....................................... 26

CLEANING SERVICES Paddock Cleaning Services.49 Ryedale Cleaning Services.28 COMPUTERS Awesome Technologies..... 50 Computer FX.......................... 35 Coppins Systems Services.51 tKnowIT.................................... 51 Underwood Computer Services.................................... 51

PRINTING WD Print................................... 63 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Darryn Walker Domestic Handyman.............................. 10 Eastgate Property Maintenance.......................... 14 High Level Maintenance.... 31 Handy Man Hewson............ 14 Les Harper Painting & Decorating.............................. 18 RENEWABLE ENERGY Ecotech Solutions UK Ltd.....9 Green Energy Projects Ltd.12 Michael Magson Ltd............ 35 Peak Power Systems...............6

MARKETS Castle Howard Craft & Produce Market..................... 41 Hovingham Village Market.40 MOBILITY MV Mobility............................ 41

SCRAP METAL P Farrow & Sons..................... 28

OPTICIANS Specsavers Opticians.......... 47

SOFT FURNISHINGS Stitches Interiors......................5 Wath Court Fabrics Ltd....... 30

PETS Happy Paws Boarding......... 48 Nose 2 Tail Grooming.......... 49 Paws for Louise...................... 48 Spotless Dog, The................. 48 Station House Vets............... 49 Wagabout................................ 49

CARPETS Mikes Carpets........................ 15

PLUMBING - GENERAL Plumbing Plus........................ 19

ROOFING & GUTTERING Christian Baker Roofer........ 18 Orion Roofline....................... 20 Malton &Pickering Flat Roof Company................................. 10 Steve O’Neill Roofing & uPVC Fitters........................................ 12

PAINTERS & DECORATORS Decorators of Distinction.. 14 Les Harper Painting & Decorating.............................. 18 RM Decorators....................... 18

FUEL Norton Joinery Ltd............... 35 Ryedale Wood Fuels............ 29

Greenley and Ware Plumbing .................................................... 31 OJ Gas Services..................... 21 Paul Chaplow Plumbing & Heating..................................... 28 Smart-Flo Ltd......................... 22

STOVES Coastal Gas & Heating........ 14 SURVEYORS Pinfold Building Consultancy .................................................... 23 TILES Zenki Tile & Interior.................8 TIMBER SUPPLIES Howarth Timber.................... 27

PHOTOGRAPHY Katie Jones Photography... 45

TRAVEL Motorhome Hire York......... 43 Perrys Travel........................... 39

PLASTERING Ian Townley Plasterers........ 23 Ian’s Plastering Service....... 28

WEBSITE DESIGN Malton Web Design............. 50 Web Site Made Easy Ltd..... 51

PLUMBING & HEATING Aquatec Utilities.................... 14 Coastal Gas & Heating........ 14 Ecotech Solutions UK Ltd.....9 Gemma Lonsdale Gas Servicing.................................. 24

WINDOWS Dales Windows...................... 10 Fersina Windows................... 64 Proline PVCu Ltd......................3 Window Distribution Ltd... 19 Window Fixer......................... 23

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FJH Wrothwell Ltd...........01751 472550 Pickering Surgery............01751 477555 Malton Pharmacy............01653 692040 Beecham Pharmacy, Malton ......................................01653 692380 Beecham Pharmacy, Norton................. ......................................01653 693264 Beckside Pharmacy, Thornton le Dale, .. ......................................01751 476968 Boots, Pickering, ............01751 474958 F Maltby Ltd, Maltongate, Thornton le Dale, ..............................01751 474542

GENERAL SERVICES

Domestic Violence Helpline.................. ..................................... 0808 2000 247 North Yorkshire Police (non-emergencies)......... 0845 606 0247 Citizens Advice Bureau... 0844 411 1444 Crimestoppers.................. 0800 555 111 Northern Electric (loss of supply).......... ....................................... 0800 668 877

BT Faultline...................... 0800 800 151 Floodline........................0845988 1188 Transco Emergency Service - Gas........... ....................................... 0800 111 999 Yorkshire Water.............. 0845 124 2424

COUNCILS & MPs

Ryedale District Council...01653 600666 Malton Town Council.......01439 748500 Norton Town Council.......01653 695348 Pickering Town Council....01751 476503 North Yorkshire County Council ............ ......................................01609 780780

FINANCIAL MATTERS National Debtline............0808 8084000 Inland Revenue...............0845 0109000 Tax Credits......................0845 3003900

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Central Ryedale Childrens Centre.......... ......................................01609 533102 Northern Ryedale Childrens Centre....... ......................................01609 798345 Childcare Link................ 0800 2 346346 Childline...............................0800 1111 NSPCC............................ 0808 800 5000 Ryedale Special Families.. 01653 699000

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Ryecat............................01653 699059 AA Breakdown................. 0800 887 766 AA Roadwatch.................09003 401100 Moorsbus ...................... 01845 597 000 Pickering Town Bus.........01751 473791

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with Deborah Catterall, Soprano ---------------------Sunday October 21st 2012, Worship, Words and Music to celebrate the life of Edward of Middleham, Prince of Wales, his mother Anne and King Richard III. Presentations on their connections with Sheriff Hutt0n By Helen Cox and Prof Anthony Pollard, Richard III Society

Contact thompsonroy5@gmail.com for information or jsoak@btinternet.com for bookings Yorkshire Coastliner.........01653 692556 Rail Enquiries..................08457 484950 Environment Agency...... 0870 850 6506

Norton .......................... 0845 034 9530 Pickering ....................... 0845 300 5157

ANIMALS

St Peter’s, Norton............01653 699222 St Mary’s Priory, Old Malton.................. ......................................01653 692089 St Michaels, Malton ........01653 692089 St Leonards & St Mary’s, .. 01653 692128 Baptist Church, Malton ...01653 696023 Trinity Methodist, Norton.01653 692173 Saville Street, Malton .....01653 692173 Elim Ryedale Church, ......01653 697796 Society of Friends, Malton.01653 658574 Salvation Army, Norton...01653 693344 Churches together in Pickering............. ......................................01751 472827 St Josephs RC Church.......01751 472727 St Peter & St Paul Parish, Pickering....... ......................................01751 472983 Religious Society of Friends, Pickering.. ......................................01751 472827 Methodist Church, Pickering................. ......................................01751 472810 The United Reformed Church, Pickering. ......................................01751 476844 All Saints, Thornton le Dale................... ......................................01751 474244 St Andrew’s, Middleton...01751 474858

RSPCA............................ 0300 1234 999 Station House Vets..........01653 618303

SCHOOLS

Malton School.................01653 692828 Norton College................01653 693296 Ryedale School................01439 771665 Malton Community Primary................. ......................................01653 692582 Norton County Primary....01653 692104 Amotherby County Primary.................. ......................................01653 693675 St Mary’s RC Primary.......01653 692274 Rillington County Primary.01944 758402 Leavening County Primary.01653 658313 Langton Primary School..01653 658236 Settrington CE Primary....01944 768238 Luttons CP School............01944 738232 Sherburn CE Primary...... 01944 710 282 Weaverthorpe CE School.01944 738 280 Heslerton CE Primary...... 01944 728 286 Pickering County Junior School ......................................01751 472873 St Josephs RC School........01751 473102 Pickering Infant School...01751 472620 Pickering Junior School...01751 472873 Thornton Dale CE School....................... ......................................01751 474345 Lady Lumley’s School.......01751 472846

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Malton .......................... 0845 034 9529

CHURCHES

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Beverley Road.................01653 692653 Helmsley ........................01439 770237 Malton ...........................01653 600121 Middleton Post Office......01751 475932 Pickering ........................01751 472256 Thornton Dale ................01751 474234

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