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IT’S ALL HAPPENING editor’s picks

he Dales seem to be more popular than ever as a summer holiday destination, and no wonder. Take a look at our Dales Diary listings for a taster of some of the exciting events going on here over the coming months, from flower shows and nature walks to food festivals and open-air theatre.

Not to mention all the fun you can have picnicking on panoramic hillsides or beside sparkling waterfalls!

Our gardens are full of colourful blooms, and several of them are as good to eat as they are to look at. Now’s the time to harvest edible flowers to add extra colours, textures and tastes to your food. On p.26 Adam Appleyard discusses some of his favourites, with tips on how to use them and how to keep your plants happy and healthy.

While you’re out in the garden or strolling in the countryside, keep a look out for some of the beautiful moths – and their caterpillars – that can be seen at this time of year. Moths are often thought of as the poor cousins of butterflies, but there are some fascinating species – the hummingbird moth, for example – that deserve to be more widely appreciated. You’ll find a guide to some of the moths you’re most likely to find in the Dales on p.18.

But however you spend your time, be sure to make the most of summer, because it’s all too short! Before we know it, it will be autumn, and time for another issue of Dales Life…

Sue Gillman Editor

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CONTENTS

SUMMER 2019

9 LIFE STYLE

Inspiring ideas for your home and garden.

18 MAGICAL MOTHS

Brian Pike on the magnificent moths you’re most likely to see this summer.

26 DINING BLOOMS

Add magic to your food with edible flowers, says Adam Appleyard.

33 GARDEN NOTES

Garden news, products and advice for the summer months.

39 CHEF’S TABLE

Dan Shotton of Yorebridge House Hotel cooks up some cracking dishes.

46 THE DISCERNING

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DINER Claudia Blake visits The Garden Rooms at Tennants, Leyburn.

51 FOOD NOTES

Food news, events and the best of local produce.

55 DRINK NOTES

Artisan botanical vodka, sparkling Prosecco and a rosé for summer.

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CONTENTS 56 HERE COMES SUMMER Make the most of the warm weather with these fresh dishes for alfresco dining.

64 SAVOUR THE SEASON Clodagh McKenna shows us how to create stunning dishes showcasing seasonal produce.

72 POSH PICNICS

Alfresco food does not have to be dull, Tori Finch shows us how to eat out in style.

80 NICE AS PIE

We meet Anthony and Isabel Sterne of Appleton’s Butchers.

87 COLLECTED WORKS

Brian Pike reports on highly collectable Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre.

90 TAKE A BREAK

The first in a new series on the best places to stay in the Dales, starting with Simonstone Hall, Hawes.

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94 DALES LIFE LOVES A collection of gorgeous goodies for summer.

100 DALES DIARY

A guide to local events compiled by Alison Farrell.

128 TO DINE FOR

Great places to eat in the Dales.

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EDITOR Sue Gillman DEPUTY EDITOR Brian Pike PRODUCTION Claudia Blake ADVERTISING Sue Gillman ART EDITOR Stefan Suchomski PROOF READER Alison Farrell

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PROPRIETOR Sue Gillman CONTRIBUTORS Adam Appleyard, Claudia Blake, Tori Finch, Clodagh McKenna, Brian Pike, Ryland, Peters and Small, Dan Shotton, Gullwing Photography.

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LIFESTYLE

inspiring ideas for your home and garden Quirky and captivating

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Classic Madison dining chair, upholstered in a choice of colours, from sweetpeaandwillow.com

SWEDISH TREE A bold, elegant fabric from Jane Churchill’s Spring 2019 collection – see the range at Milners of Leyburn, milnersofleyburn.co.uk

Luxurious WOODWICK SCENTED CANDLE that crackles as it burns, from a selection at Barkers, Northallerton, barkers.co.uk

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LIFESTYLE Stay stylish during summer showers with this gorgeous FLORA AND FAUNA compact umbrella from annabeljames.co.uk

COMFY DECK CHAIRS in a choice of cool colour combos, available to order from Dovetail Interiors, Bedale, dovetailinteriors.com

Traditional picnic basket set

by Joules, kitted out for four, from Barkers Department Store, Northallerton, barkers.co.uk

Pep up your picnic with this sunny MELAMINE TABLEWARE from a range at Dovetail Interiors, Bedale, dovetailinteriors.com

Luxury pure new wool PICNIC BLANKET with waterproof backing and leather carrying strap from heating-and-plumbing.com Dales Life | SUMMER 2019 |

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Let ’s talk beauty sleep

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LIFESTYLE Exquisite BUMBLEBEE WALLPAPER, hand-painted in North Yorkshire, available from Peter Silk, Helmsley, petersilk.co.uk

Luxurious jewelled NAPKIN RING by Thomas Goode, thomasgoode.com

Silver-plated beehive cruet set from Annabel James annabeljames.co.uk

QUEEN BEE greetings card, from a range by Hawes artist Stacey Moore, staceymooreart.com

A selection of BEE-THEMED HOMEWARE by Sophie Allport – see more at Dovetail Interiors, Bedale, dovetailinteriors.com

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LIFESTYLE Jazzy ‘PARASOL STRIPE’ silks

by James Hare, from a range at Bear Cottage Interiors, Hawes

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PENDANT LIGHT in copper, from Pooky, pooky.com

Handmade candle by The Little Yorkshire Candle Company, from The Green Howards Museum shop, Richmond, greenhowards.org.uk

‘THE ONE’, a signed print by Richmond artist Lucy Pittway, lucypittaway.co.uk

Scandi-chic ANDERSON FOOTSTOOL in blush pink with walnut legs from Cult Furniture, cultfurniture.com

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Magical

MOTHS Brian Pike reports on the magnificent moths you’re most likely to see this summer

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obody has a bad word to say about butterflies – except for the ones whose caterpillars chew cabbage leaves to shreds – but moths are rather less popular. Many people find the big, night-flying ones downright creepy, and of course nobody wants to find clothes moths lurking in their wardrobe.

Moths, though, are a much larger and more varied group of insects than butterflies. There are around 60 species of butterfly found in the British Isles, as compared with over 2,500 species of moth. Although most moths are tiny – and some are highly destructive – many are extraordinarily beautiful.

Along with most kinds of insect, moth populations have plummeted in recent years. But here are half a dozen stunning species that are still relatively common, and that you’ve got a decent chance of seeing between now and autumn. Most can be spotted during daylight hours, often in rural gardens, so there’s no need for any late-night expedition with your torch!

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F LY I N G AC E

The Hummingbird Hawk Moth True to its name, the hummingbird hawk moth looks and behaves just like a humming bird. It hovers effortlessly in the air, its wings a blur, as it uses its long proboscis to sip nectar from its favourite flowers.

Hummingbird hawk moths are summer visitors, migrating from mediterranean Europe during spells of warm weather, often in large numbers. They are commonest in southern England, but can be found as far north as the Shetlands.

The adults have grey-brown bodies and forewings, with a wingspan of around 45mm; their hind wings are a soft, rich orange.

They are especially attracted to valerian, honeysuckle, lilac, buddleia and tobacco plant.

The hummingbird hawk moth’s handsome green caterpillars feed on various native plants, especially bedstraws and wild madder.

DEBONAIR B U T DA N G E R O U S

PA L E A N D INTERESTING

Whereas the hummingbird hawk moth impresses with its aerobatics, the garden tiger moth is notable for its stunning good looks.

From the point of view of a hungry bird, however, the garden tiger’s dramatic colour scheme is bad news.

The eye-catching patterns are a warning that the moth is highly toxic to small creatures.

The garden tiger’s forewings are creamy white with dark brown blotches, and its hind wings are scarlet with black dots. It’s a fairly large moth, with a wingspan up to 65mm.

The garden tiger’s caterpillars are equally distinctive.

Popularly known as ‘woolly bears’, they are densely hairy, and can often be seen stomping across country lanes in search of new food sources, which include nettles, docks, foxgloves and plantain.

The smallest of our selection, with a wingspan of just 30mm, the white plume moth is nonetheless one of the most intriguing.

It is snow white, and its deeply divided, feathery wings give it an eerie, otherworldly beauty. There are thirty or so species of plume moth in the British Isles, but the others – being brown, and smaller – tend not to attract so much attention.

Despite being fairly common, little is known about plume moths. Most of them roll up their wings into tight tubes when they are at rest, giving them a distinctive ‘T’ shape, although the white plume moth seems less liable to do this than some of its cousins.

The white plume moth is often seen in gardens in June and July. Its caterpillars feed on one of the gardener’s pet hates, bindweed.

The Garden Tiger Moth

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The White Plume Moth

PRETTY IN PINK The Cinnabar Moth

With its dark grey and vibrant pink wings, the cinnabar moth is easy to spot as it flits over the grassland and forest rides that are its favourite habitat.

The cinnabar moth’s caterpillars, ringed with yellow and black bands, are equally attentiongrabbing – a sure sign they taste bad to birds. That’s because their favourite food plant is ragwort, whose leaves are full of toxins. The caterpillars aren’t affected by the poison, which they store in their bodies (and pass on to the adults) to deter predators.

Ragwort is dangerous to livestock, and control of the weed has caused cinnabar moth numbers to dip sharply. The caterpillars can also feed on related plants such as groundsel, but fewer will survive to become adults.

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T H E E Y E S H AV E I T The Elephant Hawk Moth

The handsome gold-and-pink elephant hawk moth is a night-flyer, but it can often be found resting by day amongst the stems of its preferred food plants, notably honeysuckle. It is best known, though, for its spectacular caterpillars, which are amongst the largest found in the UK. In late summer elephant hawk moth caterpillars – which can reach nearly 9cm long and which feed predominantly on rosebay willowherb – can often be found wandering around, looking for a suitable spot to pupate.

Each caterpillar has two pairs of vivid, eye-like markings on its ‘shoulders’. When it feels threatened it pulls its head back into its shoulders, puffing up the ‘eyes’ and making them suddenly far more prominent, a move that appears to startle potential predators.

MOORLAND MARVEL The Emperor Moth

If you want to catch a glimpse of the beautifully patterned emperor moth, head for open country – heather moorland, heaths, bogs or sand dunes.

Female emperor moths fly only at night, but males are on the wing during the day, covering large distances in search of females, whose scent they detect with their prominent feathery antennae.

With a wingspan of 70mm or more, four prominent ‘eye-spots’, and a colour scheme combining white, black, brown, pink and orange, this is one of Britain’s most photogenic moths.

The caterpillars, which are bright green with black hoops, feed mainly on moorland plants such as heather, bramble, hawthorn, willow and birch. You’re unlikely to see adults on the wing much later than June, but the caterpillars like to bask in the sunshine well into late summer.

OPENING PAGES LEFT Elephant hawk moth RIGHT Six-spot burnet moth CENTRE PAGES LEFT Hummingbird hawk moth RIGHT TOP Garden tiger moth CENTRE LEFT White plume moth RIGHT Cinnabar moth caterpillar BOTTOM Cinnabar moth THIS PAGE TOP Elephant hawk moth caterpillar BOTTOM Emperor moth

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Dining BLOOMS Add magic to your meals with edible flowers, says Adam Appleyard

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GARDEN LAVENDER

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f you’re planning to cook up something special, garnishing your plates of food with edible flowers is a quick and easy way to transform a decent plate of food into a memorable dining experience.

Nowadays you can buy edible flowers all year round from specialist suppliers, but if you’ve got a garden or allotment there’s simply no excuse for not growing your own.

So where to start? Here are some sure-fire winners, simple to grow and guaranteed to add pep to your presentation.

Brilliant Blues

BORAGE AND ANCHUSA The star-shaped, sapphire blue flowers of borage taste like cucumber and make a stylish garnish for both sweet and savoury dishes.

Borage flowers add glamour to salads and desserts, and look great floating in glasses of Pimms or other summery cocktails. Freeze individual flowers in ice cubes and you’ll have a supply of borage blooms to beautify your cold drinks for months to come.

Anchusa (Anchusa azurea) is a close relative of borage. It has the same brilliant blue colouring, but its flowers are tubular rather than star-shaped.

Both borage and anchusa grow quickly and readily from seed, reaching a height of a metre or more by late summer.

Borage is an annual but sets seed readily, so you’re virtually guaranteed to find ‘volunteers’ cropping up throughout your borders the following year. Anchusa is a tough biennial whose individual plants should survive even harsh winters to give a second year’s service.

Borage and anchusa perform best in moist, welldrained soil in full sun. They have long, sturdy tap roots so they aren’t suitable for containers or shallow soils. If you’re growing them in an exposed spot, stake them or use plant supports to prevent them flopping.

OPPOSITE Marigold, fennel, borage, mint, nasturtium and lavender. THIS PAGE TOP Sugared flowers of viola.

BELOW Summer salad with pansies.

OVERLEAF TOP LEFT Display with nasturtiums, beans, dill and borage. TOP RIGHT Wire basket with glass jars of orange marigolds.

Awesome oranges and winsome whites CALENDULA

Calendula is another remarkably easy flower to grow. And, as its popular nickname of ‘pot marigold’ suggests – the pot in question being a cooking pot, not a flowerpot – it has plenty of uses in the kitchen.

The petals have a fresh, bright, peppery taste, but it’s their vibrant orange colour that makes them so popular with chefs. Add a dash of summer sunshine to your food by scattering them on omelettes or salads, stirring them through soups, rice, couscous or quinoa, setting them in jellies, or folding them into homemade ice-creams.

For a change of palette, try a new variety of calendula that appeared on the market a couple of years ago. It’s called ‘Snow Princess’ and its petals are creamy white rather than the standard Donald Trump orange.

Calendula will grow in pretty much any soil that isn’t waterlogged, and is happy in both sun and partial shade. Pinch out growing tips to keep the plant neat and bushy, and deadhead regularly to encourage repeat flowering.

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Sizzling scarlets and gorgeous golds NASTURTIUM

Nasturtium flowers have a strong mustard-cumwatercress flavour, so they tend to work better with savoury dishes than with sweet ones. They’re also relatively large and bold, hence more often used as a garnish than as an ingredient – although if you’ve got the patience you can make colourful amusebouches by stuffing them with soft cheese or other savoury dips.

Traditional cottage garden nasturtiums are scarlet, but nowadays they are also available in a range of colours, from pale gold through to deep, brooding crimson. Grow a variety of different varieties for maximum flexibility when it comes to dressing your plates.

Nasturtiums grow quickly and reliably from seed, and will flower best in poor soil in full sun – if you grow them in too rich a soil you’ll get lots of leaves but fewer blooms. They are floppy, spreading plants, so allow them plenty of space.

Perky Purples LAVENDER

Dried lavender is readily available for use in cakes, biscuits, sorbets, ice creams, compotes and custards, but fresh lavender is a better bet for two reasons. Firstly, the colour is more intense.

Secondly, the taste is milder, making it less likely that you’ll add too much – and lavender is a pungent flavouring that you don’t want to overdo!

If you’re growing lavender for culinary use, English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a better choice than French lavender – its flavour is sweeter and less insistent. ‘Hidcote Pink’ and ‘Rosea’ are generally regarded as two of the best cultivars for the kitchen.

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Full sun is crucially important for healthy lavender plants, and even a hint of shade will result in smaller, scrawnier plants. As you would expect from a mediterranean herb, lavender flourishes in poor, well-drained soil, so if you garden on clay then temper your soil with leaf mould, horticultural grit or both. Lavender prefers alkaline soil, so grow it in containers if your soil is acidic.

Captivating Combinations PANSIES AND VIOLAS

Most pansies and violas don’t taste particularly special – vaguely fresh and cress-like – but for colour and charm, you simply can’t beat them. Their vivid colours and cheerful ‘faces’ will give a lift to any plate.

Not all member of the Viola family are edible, so choose carefully. The species that are good to decorate your dinner with are cornuta, hybrida, tricolor, x williamsiana and odorata. Garden pansies are basically large-flowered hybrids of Viola tricolor, so they’re fine to eat too.

Pansies and violas are hardy, resilient little plants that will grow in pretty much any reasonably fertile soil, and are happy in either sunshine or part shade.

Their small size means they’re easy to slot into borders around other plants, and they’re ideal for containers and hanging baskets.

Whilst it’s easy enough to grow them from seed (you’ll need to start them off in October), inexpensive trays of pansies are readily available from nurseries and garden centres all year long.

Feed your plants regularly and deadhead them assiduously to encourage repeat flowering.

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GARDENNOTES SEASONAL SENSATION AGAPANTHUS The big, bold blooms of agapanthus make an eyecatching display during the hottest months of summer.

Most come in blues and purples, ranging from palest lilac to dark, brooding violet, but white and white-splashed forms are also available. The flowerheads are carried aloft on stiff, straight stems above a lush rosette of strap-like leaves and, depending on which species you choose, can be anything from 0.5 to 1.5 metres tall. The evergreen types of agapanthus can suffer during cold weather, but fortunately they thrive in containers and can be moved to a frost-free greenhouse in winter. You can find a selection of agapanthus at Braithwaites, Leeming Bar, braithwaitesnursery.co.uk

GO WITH A SWING

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Summer days may be warm – at least we hope so – but summer evenings can sometimes be distinctly chilly, so if you want to sit out after sundown you’ll need some form of heating.

This quirky looking Sarsden chimnea from Garden Trading is a simple way to stay cosy and, because it’s log-fired, you can put it pretty much anywhere you want. It’s made from mattfinished powder-coated steel, and the tall, pointy chimney keeps the smoke out of your eyes while you savour the great outdoors. Available to order at Dovetail Interiors, Bedale.

GO BUY THE BOOK

If you like the idea of dozing outdoors on a summer’s afternoon, this handsome hammock from The Stripes Company, thestripescompany.com, is a smart and stylish way to do it. Generously proportioned, sturdily woven and equipped with matching coloured ropes, it comes in a choice of nine snazzy colour combos. All you need now are two suitably placed trees (two posts equipped with good strong hooks will do at a pinch) plus a good book and a nice cool drink.

If you’re an avid gardener you’ll have been marvelling at the immaculately designed gardens in this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, and probably wondering how to add a bit of extra magic to your own humble plot. And who better to tell you than Chelsea award-winning designer Matthew Keightley? His new book, RHS Design Outdoors (Mitchell Beazley), is a compendium of practical ideas for turning a so-so garden into something really special, illustrated with a generous selection of inspirational photographs.

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PLANT IT NOW

CYCLAMEN HEDERIFOLIUM If you’ve ever holidayed in the Med you may have seen carpets of cyclamen growing wild under the olive trees. Fortunately these seemingly delicate little plants are tough enough to survive in the UK, and they’re a great way to add splashes of colour to dappled shade under garden shrubs and hedges.

Many species of cyclamen bloom in spring, but Cyclamen hederifolium is an autumn flowerer, so you can plant it now for a lovely end-of-year display. It also has the advantage of richly patterned leaves, which grow anew after flowering and last through until the following summer. Plant en masse for maximum impact. Now in stock at Ravensworth Nurseries, Richmond, ravensworthnurseries.com

Topical Tip: During hot, dry spells raise the blades on your lawnmower a notch or two to stop newly cut grass scorching, and shade your greenhouse so delicate plants don’t overheat.

MISTER MAGIC

It’s all too easy to neglect your indoor plants during summer. Although they hail from sunnier climes and will appreciate the heat, they won’t necessarily like the dry, parched air that can go with it. Orchids, bromeliads, African violets, peace lilies, caladiums and ferns all need high humidity levels, and this handsome mist sprayer is a good way to deliver the moisture they need.

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POD LUCK

PLAN BEE Everyone has heard of honey bees and bumblebees, but there are other species of bee that aren’t nearly so well known. Solitary bees, as the name suggests, don’t live in colonies, but they are nonetheless hugely important as pollinators; many of our garden flowers and vegetables depend on them. This Dewdrop Bee Biome from the RSPB (shopping.rspb.org.uk) is designed to provide a home for solitary bees, and it also makes a stylish refuge for plenty of other beneficial garden bugs.

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Juicy peas, eaten straight from the pod, are a real joy. And if you haven’t sowed any peas yet, don’t worry: there’s still time! You can sow peas as late as mid July – or even the end of July at a push – and still enjoy a decent crop before the first frosts. The key to success when sowing peas in summer is to choose ‘early’ (that’s to say fast-maturing), mildew-resistant varieties.

‘Kelvedon Wonder’ and ‘Hurst Greenshaft’ are ideal.

BRAITHWAITE’S GARDEN CENTRE AND FLORIST

Our huge selection of colourful summer flowering plants are looking at their best now.

Alongside many exciting new varieties are a large range of traditional favourites.

We always stock a beautiful selection of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, alpines, fruit trees and much, much more.

We have been growing the plants for North Yorkshire’s gardens for over 125 years - call in and see what we have for you.

Our florist can provide hand-tied designs, bouquets and arrangements for any occasion.

01677 422861 www.braithwaitesnursery.co.uk enquiries@braithwaitesnursery.co.uk Visit us: we’re in Leeming Bar just beside the A1

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Our small team of qualified, experienced craftsmen provides an efficient and excellent service throughout the Yorkshire Dales and surrounding areas.

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EXPERIENCE THE

unforgettable

Rich heritage, landscaped gardens and a distinctly different and diverse range of wellness and dining options; Grantley Hall has all the ingredients to create an unforgettable experience.

Opening Summer 2019 The difference is in the detail.

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CHEF’STABLE CRACKING RECIPES FROM LOCAL CHEFS

Dan Shotton Yorebridge House Dan grew up in Richmond and studied catering at Darlington Technical College. He got his first job working in the prestigious Café Roux at The Grand Hotel in Amsterdam. Returning to the UK in 2005 he worked at some of the North’s finest restaurants, including a spell of three years as Head Chef at Rockliffe Hall. Dan was appointed Head Chef at Yorebridge House in 2013, since which time the restaurant has won several accolades, including 3 AA Rosettes.

How would you describe your cooking style?

Where do you like to dine out?

When I started out I worked very much in the classic French style, using lots of butter and cream. Nowadays I prefer to keep things light, bright, simple and honest.

Not too many ingredients or extra flavourings.

To be honest I don’t have the time to get out as often as I would like. Possibly the best meal I’ve had recently was at The Devonshire Arms. I also enjoyed eating at Lake Road Kitchen in Ambleside.

What are your favourite local specialities?

What’s the best thing about being a chef ?

Lamb, obviously, is one of them; I’m using Swaledale hogget at the moment. Nidderdale chicken too, and Spilman’s asparagus. We’re very lucky, there’s so much terrific Yorkshire produce to choose from.

As I’m sure all chefs will tell you, it’s more of a passion than a job. You wouldn’t be prepared to work so long and so hard if you didn’t love what you were doing. It’s a career that has given me the chance to travel the world and meet all different kinds of people, and the opportunity to live and work here, with the Dales on my doorstep.

And what are you looking forward to using in the kitchen this summer?

English peas, lemon sole, razor clams, strawberries from our kitchen garden, borage flowers… and chalkstream trout, which I’ll be curing with salt, sugar, fennel, coriander and other aromats and serving with a crab mayonnaise, nasturtium leaves and maybe beetroot from the garden.

And the down side?

Trying to balance work and family life. My partner and I – we’re getting married this June – have a three-year-old, and time is always in short supply!

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Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese and Onion Bread with Broccoli Soup INGREDIENTS SERVES 8 FOR THE SOUP 4 heads of broccoli Maldon sea salt TO GARNISH Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese nasturtium leaves toasted almonds FOR THE BREAD 250g strong flour 5g salt 2g caster sugar 15g yeast 10g butter 110ml water 2 onions finely sliced, sweated with butter until soft 100g Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese egg wash fresh thyme, leaves carefully picked from stems 1tsp onion seeds 1tsp Maldon sea salt

YORKSHIRE WENSLEYDALE CHEESE FROM THE WENSLEYDALE CREAMERY Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese is a creamy, crumbly, full-flavoured cheese, handcrafted by the master cheese-makers at The Wensleydale Creamery in Hawes, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. It is made to a timehonoured recipe that dates back to the 12th century, using the milk of cows that graze the lush green Dales pastures on nearby farms.

For more information about The Wensleydale Creamery – and lots more delicious recipes incorporating their fine cheeses – visit wensleydale.co.uk

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TO MAKE THE SOUP Finely slice the broccoli. Boil it in salty water for three minutes. Blend in a high-power blender, adding water from the pan to achieve the desired consistency.

TO MAKE THE BREAD Put all the ingredients into a food mixer with the hook attachment and mix until a dough develops.

Roll out the dough to 1cm thick. Put the sweated onions and Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese on top, as if topping a pizza. Roll the covered dough into a sausage shape. Slice this into 8 to give pin-wheel shaped rounds and place these into Yorkshire pudding tins to retain the shape. Allow to prove until doubled in size.

Bake at 210°C/fan 190°C/gas 6½ for 8–10 minutes.

Allow to cool. Egg wash and garnish with the black onion seeds, thyme and Maldon sea salt.

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THE FAIRFAX ARMS

A 17th century stone building, a luxurious b&b and pub situated just a few minutes walk from Ampleforth Abbey, College and Golf Club.

Diners may eat in our beautiful, deluxe orangery and can now choose from our new summer menu.

Lunch is served from 12pm until 2pm, dinner from 6pm until 9pm.

For more details regarding our mid-week bed and breakfast offers please call or visit our website.

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THE QUEEN’S HEAD FINGHALL

GOOD PUB FOOD WITH A TWIST Situated in the picturesque village of Finghall and surrounded by spectacular countryside, The Queen’s Head is the perfect location to explore the beauty of the Dales.

TAPAS EVERY TUESDAY STEAK NIGHT EVERY THURSDAY RESTAURANT | BAR | ROOMS WEDDINGS | PRIVATE PARTIES SPECIAL OCCASIONS The Queen’s Head, Finghall 01677 450259 | enquiries@queensfinghall.co.uk www.queensfinghall.co.uk

Overlooking the brewery town of Masham, The Black Swan provides the perfect setting for that special occasion.

• Food prepared from the finest local produce • Theakston’s and Black Sheep Ales • Far-reaching views from the beer garden • Private dining room • 14 en-suite rooms • Log fires

The Black Swan Inn, Fearby, Near Masham HG4 4NF blackswan-masham.co.uk 01765 689477 See web site for more details. Booking essential.

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Unique dining experience in a traditional atmosphere Enjoy Roux Scholar Jonathan Harrison’s unique cuisine in the traditional surroundings of the Sandpiper Inn. Modern British food using only the ďŹ nest local ingredients, beautifully prepared and presented.

Fine wines, real ales and friendly service.

Accommodation available.

Market Place, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 5AT sandpiperinn.co.uk

FOR RESERVATIONS TELEPHONE 01969 622206

Summer at the White Bear MASHAM, NORTH YORKSHIRE The White Bear is a five-star inn situated in the pretty market town of Masham, in the foothills of the Yorkshire Dales.

We serve delicious breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas and dinner, all prepared using the finest local produce.

Stay in one of our delightful rooms and experience a real taste of the Dales.

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THE DISCERNING

DINER

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ince its multi-million-pound redevelopment, Tennants is more than just the largest auction salesroom in Europe – it’s a modern multi-purpose event space incorporating a restaurant, café and two floors of gallery and exhibition space.

With a trading history that covers four generations, and dozens of specialist departments staffed by some of the world’s leading antique experts, nobody could doubt Tennant’s credentials when it comes to selling fine art. But can their restaurant deliver a Sunday lunch that meets the same exacting standards? I went along to find out.

STARTERS ORDERS There are always plenty of fascinating items to marvel over in the auction room’s beautifully lit atrium exhibition space, but if you want to eat you’ll need to tear yourself away from the cabinets and head for The Garden Rooms.

Despite the venue’s name, a window seat in the restaurant doesn’t mean you’ll be looking out at a garden. The middle distance is largely occupied by the car park; beyond that you may catch a glimpse of a train chugging along the Wensleydale Railway against a backdrop of lush broadleaf woodland.

For flowers and plants – supplemented with a tasteful selection of natural history prints – you’ll need to turn your attention back into the room.

The dining area is calm, spacious and uncluttered, and decorated in subtle, muted tones. It feels both smart and comfortable, a place you can relax over a leisurely meal without being cheek-by-jowl with other diners.

Front-of-house staff were cheerful and highly professional, and we immediately sensed we would be well looked after. They set us up at a decently proportioned table for two to scrutinise the menu. It offered a modern take on the Sunday lunch: plenty to appeal to traditionalists, but with enough interesting twists to fire the imagination of more adventurous diners.

For the first of our starters we ordered what was described as ‘crispy lamb salad, pea purée, watercress’. This we chose largely on the grounds that we were intrigued by the idea of a crispy lamb salad and keen to find out what it might involve.

To be honest, what arrived didn’t match my mental image of a salad. It might have been better to have called it something like ‘lamb croquettes with a pea purée and a tiny watercress garnish’, because that’s exactly what it consisted of. Not a hint of anything salad-like beyond the purée and the watercress already flagged up on the menu.

The name might need a rethink, then, but that was our only quibble with this light, bright, easy-eating starter. The croquettes, made with shredded lamb, were light and well flavoured and the purée captured that magical garden freshness that peas are renowned for.

So far so good.

Our other starter, pea and mint velouté with crispy feta, also consisted of green stuff with something croquette-ish in the middle of it.

In the case of this particular green stuff, the refreshing tang of mint was to the fore, and nicely counterbalanced by the salty tang of the feta cheese in its crunchy coating. Personally I like my veloutés a touch lighter – this one was on the sturdy side – but as an opener for lunch on a sunny afternoon it certainly hit the mark.

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THE MAINS EVENT Roast beef with all the trimmings is everyone’s idea of a traditional British Sunday lunch, so naturally that was our first choice as a main.

The meat, served on the medium side of rare, was first rate – full of flavour, nicely seasoned, impeccably carved.

Of course we all know that in this part of the world a Sunday lunch stands or falls by the quality of its Yorkshire pudding. And I am delighted to report that no Yorkshire pud could have been lighter or crisper. The gravy was good and rich, the green beans had been allowed to keep their crunch, the carrots were deftly caramelised and the horseradish sauce was punishingly pungent – just the way I like it.

Our other main was pan-fried salmon with saffron and herb mash, samphire, and prawn butter sauce. The salmon was nicely cooked, and the mash was of such stellar lusciousness that it almost eclipsed the fish as star of the show. Samphire isn’t easy to cook; a minute under and it’s too stringy, a minute over and it’s limp and mushy. Here, though, it was spot on.

The desserts on offer ranged from crowdpleasing sticky toffee pudding to that retro classic, baked Alaska. To celebrate the sunny weather, though, we opted for two dishes with a more summery vibe. The first was a twolayer panna cotta with raspberry and mint salsa and a chocolate crumb. The second was lime and passionfruit cheesecake with Sicilian lemon sorbet.

The panna cotta slipped down very nicely, but it was the cheesecake that especially wowed us. The sharpness of passionfruit was nicely offset by the delicate creaminess of the cheesecake topping and the hints of ginger in the biscuit base. The sorbet, studded with snippets of peel for extra texture and tang, was a little piece of citrus heaven.

On reflection over coffee our conclusion was that the team at The Garden Rooms had done a splendid job. If you want a lunch that’s a cut above the average – cooked, presented and served with thoroughgoing professionalism from start to finish – The Garden Rooms should be high on your list of places to try.

For further information about The Garden Rooms at Tennants visit tennantsgardenrooms.com or call 01969 621146.

WHAT TO EXPECT Tasty, well-presented food from a chef who clearly cares about getting the details right.

AMBIENCE A modern take on traditional elegance.

SERVICE As polished and bright as the immaculately buffed glassware on the tables.

THE BOTTOM LINE Three courses each for two people cost us just less than £50, drinks not included.

DOWN THE HATCH A modest but decent wine list, priced sensibly and with some selections available by the glass.

MAKE A DAY OF IT There are gorgeous collectables from forthcoming auctions on display, and The Garden Rooms has its own programme of events and exhibitions. Walk off lunch by strolling along Leyburn Shawl or enjoy the scenery the easy way with a trip on the Wensleydale Railway.

As our reviews are conducted anonymously, images of food are library shots for illustrative purposes only.

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FOODNOTES BLOC OF ICE

BIJOU BANGERS

IF YOU LOVE ICE CREAM but don’t eat dairy, this could be the perfect way to stay cool this summer: vegan ice cream in a variety of funky flavours from Leeds ice cream innovators Northern Bloc. Their vegan flavours include peanut chip, chocolate and orange blossom and strawberry and yuzu. Non-vegans needn’t feel left out because Northern Bloc also make a range of conventional ice creams in equally tempting taste combinations such as hazelnut and tonka bean, ginger caramel, and strawberry and black pepper. You’ll find Northern Bloc ice cream at Roots Farm Shop, East Rounton, rootsfarmshop.co.uk

SEARCHING for something a little bit special to put on your barbecue?

Campbells of Leyburn (campbellsof leyburn.co.uk) has a range of tasty homemade sausages to choose from, with favourites including free-range pork sausages, traditional Lincolnshire and Cumberland sausages, leek and stilton sausages and red onion chutney sausages. Particularly recommended for the barbie are bangers flavoured with Black Sheep or Wensleydale Gamekeeper ale – and, for those who appreciate a touch of spice, chilli and coriander. Call their butchery on 01969 625600 to check what’s in stock.

GRILL GUIDE WHATEVER SOME caveman types might suppose, creating the perfect barbecue feast isn’t just a case of flinging everything on the grill and crossing your fingers! If you want to achieve genuine mastery of the barbecue, Swinton Park’s Cookery School is offering ‘Weber BBQ Classics’ courses that will teach you everything you need to know to create an amazing seven-course menu. And yes, that includes dessert! The sessions are perfect for beginners, and will teach you to cook classic dishes – including the legendary ‘beer can chicken’ – to perfection on both charcoal and gas barbecues. For full details visit swintonestate.com

GROUNDS FOR CELEBRATION

CONNOISSEURS of fine coffee will be delighted to hear that there’s a brand new shop selling artisan coffees at the top of Wensleydale – in Hawes Market Place to be precise. The Alchemist’s Cottage opened this April, and it has a fantastic line-up of hand-roasted beans waiting to be ground to your precise requirements.

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GOOD TO GO

Whether it’s for a simple snack in your back garden or a picnic in a rural beauty spot, now’s the time of year you’ll probably want to grab a selection of tasty morsels and head straight out to bask in the sunshine.

Mainsgill Farm Shop (mainsgillfarm.co.uk) near Scotch Corner is a great place to pick up supplies – and very handy if you’re en route to Teesdale or the Lakes. Mainsgill carries a fine selection of artisan cheeses, including Yorkshire Blue from The Shepherds Purse in Thirsk and – for those who appreciate a good muscular cheddar – Snowdonia Black Bomber. Their deli stocks tasty scotch eggs, homemade smoked Wensleydale and red onion quiches, and an excellent range of cold meats, including gammon that’s reared and smoked on the premises.

CLASSY CUPPA

PICK OF THE CROP

Picking your own fresh fruit is one of the joys of high summer, and a trip to a local fruit farm is a delightful way for the whole family to spend a sunny afternoon together. From mid-June onwards Hutton Bonville Farm, just north of Northallerton, will be open for you to forage your own juicy strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants and tayberries. Thanks to the unpredictable British weather it’s hard to know in advance exactly when fruit will be ready to pick, so keep an eye on Hutton Bonville’s Facebook page, @ huttonbonvillefruitfarm, where they’ll be posting up-to-the-minute reports on what’s ripe and ready to go.

EATING OUT Afternoon tea in a stately home – what could be more English? And with its dark oak panelling, elaborate Victorian plasterwork, lush drapes and imposing framed portraits, the tea room at Kiplin Hall, near Scorton, is just the place to imagine yourself living the high life in a bygone age.

You can enjoy homemade sandwiches, cakes, scones, jams and chutneys created with the finest local produce, much of it grown in Kiplin’s own walled garden, served on a charming range of vintage crockery. Although you can visit the tearoom without paying for entry to Kiplin Hall and its grounds, it would be a pity not to combine your sumptuous spread with a leisurely stroll around this Jacobean gem. To find out more about the Hall visit kiplinhall.co.uk. To book your afternoon tea – advisable in high season – call 01748 818178.

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A picnic can be anything from a lazy lunch on the beach with family or friends to a romantic tête-à-tête on a balmy summer’s evening. Whatever the occasion, if you’re feeling the need for a little inspiration then Tori Finch’s A Perfect Day for a Picnic (Ryland Peters & Small, hardback, £16.99) will give you a helping hand. This useful little book contains more than 80 recipes for adventurous alfresco eating. It combines influences from cuisines that range from the sunny Mediterranean to the exotic Far East, ideal it you want to rustle up something exciting.

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DRINKNOTES HEDGE FUND

IN THE PINK There’s something about rosé wines that makes them seem a natural choice for summer. And perhaps it’s not surprising that Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé tastes so full of sunshine, because it’s made in Southern France’s blazing hot Pays d’Oc, home to some of France’s oldest vineyards. This particular rosé is a delicate pale pink in colour. It’s bright and refreshing, with subtle hints of cherry and strawberry and a clean, fresh, mineral finish that leaves you reaching for the bottle to pour yourself a refill. A splendid quaff to accompany a light alfresco lunch. Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé is now in stock in the drinks department at Campbell’s of Leyburn, campbellsofleyburn.co.uk

BARGAIN BUBBLES

THE HEDGEROWS are ablaze with a riot of

colourful flowers, and plump berries will soon be ripening in their wake. Award-winning North Yorkshire company Sloe Motion has already made a name for itself by using this botanical bounty to create a variety of tempting tipples, including sloe gin, sloe brandy, damson gin and damson whisky. Now they’ve extended their range to include a stylish craft Hedgerow Vodka.

Artisan-made in small batches with foraged crab apples, rose hips and elderflowers, Hedgerow Vodka is a subtle and elegant spirit that’s equally at home in your favourite cocktail or served with just a splash of premium tonic, a spring of mint and a slice of lemon. Find it at Mainsgill Farm Shop, East Layton, Richmond, mainsgillfarm.co.uk

Sunny days are an open invitation to crack open the fizz, and a nicely chilled glass of gently sparkling Prosecco fits the bill perfectly. Carpene Malvolti Prosecco DOC Frizzante is a fresh and well-structured wine with hints of apple and ripe fruit. It makes a lovely alfresco aperitif and is an ideal partner for salads and fish dishes.

If this sounds like your thing then you’re in luck, because it’s currently in stock at Corks & Cases, Masham (corksandcases.com). Better still, the generous folk at Corks & Cases are offering Dales Life readers a special deal: mention the magazine and they’ll let you have it for £11.48 per bottle rather than the usual £12.25. Bag yourself a bargain while stocks last!

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here comes

SUMMER Make the most of the warm weather with these simple and fresh dishes for easy summer alfresco entertaining

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GRILLED MOROCCAN-SPICED SHOULDER OF LAMB This marinade works really well with all cuts of lamb

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BUTTERFLIED PRAWNS WITH AVOCADO, HARISSA & YOGURT A very simple, light dish that packs a hefty punch. You can make your own harissa paste but it is just as delicious straight from the jar. I strongly advise wearing food-safe vinyl gloves when preparing the chillies if you do make your own; no matter how diligently you wash your hands, there will always be some lingering spice on your fingers, which will cause agony if you rub your eyes.

Suffice it to say that I learned this the hard way.

Preheat a heavy-based grill pan over high heat.

Put the tiger prawns on a chopping board and cut them lengthwise with a sharp serrated knife from the tail to just before the head.

Open up the tail and season with a little olive oil and salt.

Once the pan is smoking hot, add the prawns so that they stand on their opened-up tails. Cook for 3–5 minutes, until the flesh has turned white, then turn off the heat.

Mix the avocado, red onion, mint and lettuce and drizzle with a little olive oil and sea salt. Place the prawns on top with a wedge of lemon.

SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS 4 large raw tiger prawns, about 100g each 1 small avocado, sliced ½ small red onion, sliced a small bunch of fresh mint 1 head little gem lettuce olive oil, to serve sea salt, to taste ½ lemon, cut into wedges FOR THE DRESSING 1–2 teaspoons harissa paste 2 tablespoons yogurt

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Depending on how fiery you like it, mix 2 teaspoons of harissa paste with the yogurt (the yogurt counteracts the chilli heat) and dress the prawns and avocado salad. Or you could put a dollop of yogurt and a spoonful of harissa on each plate and let your guest manage their own heat.

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH ASPARAGUS, GOATS’ CHEESE & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES Chicken Kiev for the landed gentry, this looks quite incredible when you slice it down the middle and reveal the cross-section of vibrant asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes. All the hard work can be done well in advance, leaving you free to sip a Riesling and lament the decline of the modern broadsheet newspaper.

Preheat the oven to 220°C/fan 200°C/gas 7.

Bring a pan of salted water to the boil, add the asparagus and cook for 3 minutes. Remove and refresh it under cold running water (or a bowl of iced water if you’re a really dedicated pro). Once cooled, leave to dry.

Stuff each butterflied chicken breast with two asparagus stems placed lengthwise, two sun-dried tomatoes and half the goats’ cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Close it up and wrap it in two slices of Parma ham. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.

Warm an ovenproof pan over high heat. For anyone who’s

SERVES 2

wondering, ovenproof basically means that the handle is made of

INGREDIENTS

metal, not plastic.

FOR THE CHICKEN

Add a splash of olive oil to the pan and add the chicken breasts,

4 asparagus stems

skin-side down. Fry them until one side has crisped up a little. Flip

2 chicken breasts, skin removed and butterflied (cut in half lengthwise but not all the way through; if you’re unsure, ask your butcher to help)

them over and put the pan in the oven for 15–20 minutes, or until

4 sun-dried tomatoes

While it’s cooking, mix together the pesto and crème fraîche,

4 slices Parma ham

loosening it with a dash of hot water if it’s too thick. It should be a

100g goats’ cheese

thick but still pourable sauce.

the juices run clear. Put the cherry tomatoes in a small roasting pan and roast for 10–15 minutes, until the skins start to crack.

olive oil, for cooking Once the chicken is cooked, leave it to rest for 5 minutes before FOR THE SAUCE

slicing horizontally, then arrange on a plate. Spoon the sauce over

4 tablespoons pesto sauce

and serve with the cherry tomatoes, basil leaves and rocket.

2 tablespoons crème fraîche 10 cherry tomatoes on the vine fresh basil leaves, to decorate rocket leaves, to serve

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GRILLED MOROCCAN-SPICED SHOULDER OF LAMB This marinade works really well with all cuts of lamb. Shoulder is inexpensive and flavoursome, just be aware that it is quite fatty, so try and trim off as much excess as possible. If you want to play it safe, Barnsley chop or neck fillet are good alternatives.

This is so, so easy. Just mix all the herbs and spices together and loosen the mixture with olive oil. Baste it all over your lamb shoulder and leave it for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight in the fridge. Remove it from the fridge and let it come to room temperature before you start to cook.

Get a barbecue seriously hot and place your lamb on the grill to cook. As the fat melts and renders, the barbecue will flare up and char the meat. If it’s beginning to look a bit too black, spray a little water onto the coals to cool them.

Cook for approximately 10 minutes on each side, then remove from

SERVES 4–6 INGREDIENTS 1 butterflied shoulder of lamb, bone removed (approx. 1.6–2kg including bone) 2 tablespoons ground coriander 2 tablespoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary olive oil, for the marinade sea salt and freshly ground black pepper a barbecue

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the heat and leave to rest, covered with kitchen foil, for a further 10 minutes. Slice it into strips and serve with a salsa of your choice. It also goes very well with tzatziki.

SIMPLE STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE Cheesecake is one of the few desserts that seems to cross all national boundaries. From New York bankers to Tuscan olive pickers, everyone likes a good cheesecake. This recipe sets in the fridge, so it’s about as foolproof as any cake can be. That said, be careful what you leave in there with it: cheesecake absorbs odours like a sponge, as demonstrated by Megan’s not-sopopular onion-scented version.

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4.

Start by making the base. Crush the biscuits to a rough powder, by hand or with a food processor. Add the melted butter, stir well and line the base of the pan with the mixture, pressing it down to compact it. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool.

Put the gelatine leaves in cold water to soak for 10 minutes, then remove and squeeze out any excess water. Put the now-floppy gelatine leaves in the microwave on high heat for 10 seconds to melt them.

Put the cream cheese, yogurt and caster sugar in a large mixing

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bowl. Halve the vanilla pod lengthwise, scrape out the seeds and

INGREDIENTS

add to the mixture. Discard the rest of the vanilla pod. Stir well,

300g oaty biscuits (we use Hob Nobs)

add the liquid gelatine and stir again until it is all incorporated.

80g melted butter

refrigerate for 30 minutes.

3 gelatine leaves 500g cream cheese 350g natural yogurt 150g caster sugar

Spoon the mixture onto the biscuit base, making sure it is level, and

Arrange the halved strawberries on top, then spoon on the strawberry jam, or do it the other way round if you prefer. Return it to the fridge and leave for a hour or so.

1 vanilla pod

To remove from the pan, run a sharp knife around the outside of

200g strawberry jam

the cake, where it meets the pan. Gently release the spring and

fresh strawberries, halved, to decorate

lift out.

a 25cm springform cake pan a food processor (optional)

Recipes are from Summer Every Day

by Acland Geddes and Pedro da Silva, published by Ryland Peters & Small (£14.99) Photography by Kate Whitaker © Ryland Peters & Small

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SEASON Clodagh McKenna shows us how to create stunning dishes that showcase the finest seasonal produce

SPRING PEA, PEA SHOOT, PANCETTA & GOAT'S CHEESE SALAD This has to be the prettiest spring salad 64

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SALMON FISHCAKES WITH HORSERADISH CREAM You can make these a day ahead

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SPRING PEA, PEA SHOOT, PANCETTA & GOAT’S CHEESE SALAD This has to be the prettiest spring salad! The delicate peppery taste of the pea shoots alongside the crispy smoky pancetta, sweet peas and creamy goat’s cheese is divine – or try using watercress instead. The dressing lightly scented with orange is my favourite with this salad, but if you are fonder of a lemon dressing, then simply replace the orange with a lemon.

I recommend doubling up the dressing recipe, as it will last for up to two weeks in the fridge.

Place a frying pan over a medium–high heat and add the olive oil, followed by the pancetta. Cook the pancetta for about 8 minutes until crispy.

Meanwhile, add all the ingredients for the dressing to a bowl and whisk together well. Season with salt and pepper.

Combine all the remaining ingredients for the salad in a large bowl.

Pour over the dressing, add the crispy pancetta and gently toss together.

Divide the salad between four plates and serve.

SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 120g diced pancetta 200g pea shoots 200g freshly podded peas 200g soft goat’s cheese, crumbled FOR THE DRESSING 100ml extra virgin olive oil grated zest and juice of 1 orange 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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SALMON FISHCAKES WITH HORSERADISH CREAM I make these fishcakes when I am having a relaxed supper at home. They are so simple to cook, just combine all the ingredients together and shape into patties. You can make them a day ahead, and they also freeze very well. Fresh horseradish cream is a delicious peppery combo with the salmon and I also love serving the fishcakes with a chilli and tomato salsa or a smoked paprika aioli.

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4.

Place all the ingredients for the fishcakes except the butter in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined. Divide the fishcake mixture into four balls and shape each into a patty.

Place a frying pan over a medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter has melted, add the fishcakes and brown on both sides.

Transfer the fishcakes to a baking tray and bake for 10 minutes.

While the fishcakes are baking, mix all the ingredients for the horseradish cream together in a small bowl, and season with salt

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and pepper.

To serve, place each fishcake on a warmed plate with a spoonful

FOR THE FISHCAKES

of the horseradish cream and a wedge of lemon, plus a handful of

400g floury potatoes, boiled and mashed

watercress, if you wish.

400g skinless salmon fillet, poached and flaked 2 spring onions, finely chopped 2 teaspoons capers 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill grated zest and juice of ½ lemon 50g butter sea salt and freshly ground black pepper FOR THE HORSERADISH CREAM 100ml crème fraîche 1 tablespoon peeled and grated fresh horseradish root grated zest and juice of ½ lemon 2 teaspoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 lemon, cut into wedges, plus a bunch of watercress (optional), to serve

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BARBECUED RUMP WITH CHIMICHURRI & CHARRED CHICORY I absolutely love the flavours of chimichurri – it adds a massive burst of freshness, heat and saltiness to the beef. You can use it with chicken, meaty fish, lamb or pork or over halloumi. The charred chicory is delicious cooked on the barbecue, I also love radicchio cooked the same way.

First make the chimichurri. Add all the ingredients to a foodprocessor and pulse until roughly chopped. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Prepare a charcoal barbecue or heat a gas barbecue to a high heat, or place a griddle pan over a high heat. Sprinkle the steak with salt and pepper and grill for 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Set aside and keep warm.

Grill the chicory for 1 minute on each side or until golden. Remove from the barbecue or pan, then drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

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Thinly slice the steak, spoon over the chimichurri and serve with the

INGREDIENTS

grilled chicory.

800g rump steak in one piece 3 heads of white chicory good-quality extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling sea salt and freshly ground black pepper FOR THE CHIMICHURRI 1 bunch of flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped 4 tablespoons chopped mint 1 tablespooon chopped thyme leaves 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 anchovy fillets, chopped 2 green chillies, deseeded and sliced 100ml white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon clear Irish honey

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BARBECUED PEACHES WITH ROSEMARY & MAPLE BUTTER The first time I had this dish was about ten years ago at a wedding in Tuscany, when they were served as the dessert. A barbecue was set up under a line of olive trees, and the juicy peaches were perfectly grilled, then passed along for a drizzle of rosemary maple butter and a dollop of mascarpone. They were sensational! I add a crumble of amaretti biscuit on top as it brings great texture.

Slice the ripe peaches in half through the middle and remove the stones. Thread the peach halves onto the rosemary stalks or wooden skewers.

Prepare a charcoal barbecue or heat a gas barbecue to a high heat, or place a griddle pan over a high heat. Grill the peaches, turning the skewers frequently, for about 10 minutes until they are soft.

While the peaches are grilling, place a saucepan over a low heat and add the butter, rosemary and maple syrup. Stir until the butter has melted, then leave to simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.

SERVES 6

Transfer the grilled peaches to dessert plates and drizzle the hot

INGREDIENTS

rosemary and maple butter over the peaches, followed by a dollop

6 ripe peaches

of mascarpone and a sprinkle of crumbled amaretti biscuits to serve.

woody rosemary stalks, for skewers (or use wooden skewers) 240g butter 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary leaves 2 tablespoons maple syrup 150g mascarpone 6 amaretti biscuits, crumbled

Recipes are from Clodagh's Suppers

by Clodagh McKenna, published by Kyle Books (ÂŁ20). Photography by Dora Kazmierak

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PICNICS

Alfresco food doesn’t have to be dull, Tori Finch shows us how to eat out in style

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PORCHETTA This simple Italian roast pork dish is a marvel

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GRAVLAX WITH GIN & BEETS Any luxurious picnic party should start with a canapé or two and this scrumptious Scandinavian delicacy is a must for any celebratory feast. The salmon is easy to prepare and can be made well in advance. Serve it with blinis and horseradish cream to keep picnickers happy while you unwrap and assemble the feast.

Line a large tray with clingfilm/plastic wrap before laying the salmon skin side down on the tray. Run your hand gently over the flesh and remove any remaining bones with tweezers. Pour over the gin and rub it into the flesh really well.

In a pestle and mortar or food processor, crush the seeds, pepper and juniper berries until they are fine. Add the sugar and flaked sea salt and mix well before sprinkling this evenly over the salmon fillet.

Next, sprinkle over the grated beets and salt and spice mixture and then grate the zest of 1 lemon evenly over it too. Lastly, layer on the chopped dill. The whole salmon side should be covered.

Lay another piece of clingfilm/plastic wrap over the top and wrap

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the fish tightly, keeping the fillet in the tray for any leaking juices

INGREDIENTS

to escape into. Lay a chopping board or heavy tray on top of the

700g piece of salmon, filleted but skin left on

salmon to flatten and weigh the fillet down, then leave the fish to

75ml/5 tablespoons gin

marinate in the fridge for 48 hours.

½ tablespoon fennel seeds

After this time, remove the clingfilm/plastic wrap and pour away

½ tablespoon caraway seeds

the brine that is in the tray. Push the salt, spices, beets and dill off

½ tablespoon ground pink pepper

the fish and discard. Wash away any excess topping with water

1 tablespoon crushed juniper berries

if you need to and pat the gravlax down with paper towel. Well

50g caster sugar

wrapped, the gravlax will keep in your fridge for up to 2 weeks.

170g cup sea salt flakes

To serve, place the fish skin side down on a large chopping

2 fresh beets, peeled and grated

board. Using a sharp narrow-bladed knife, start at the tail end

a bunch of fresh dill

and separate the skin from the fillet. discard the skin and remove

grated zest of 1 lemon

any brown bits of flesh from underneath. Now, with the knife on a diagonal slant, slice the gravlax into very thin sheets. Arrange on the blinis with a dollop of horseradish cream and a tiny sprig of chives or dill for prettiness.

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SUMMER TERRINE DRIZZLED WITH MINT OIL Summer is the best time for terrines when one wants something cool and refreshing on the palate that is a sophisticated change to a salad. A terrine is perfect for picnics as it can be prepared in advance and transported easily.

Bring 750ml salted water to the boil and cook the beans for 30 seconds. Remove from the water with a slotted spoon, refresh in ice cold water and leave to dry. Retain the boiling water. Remove the stems from the chard and blanch for 30 seconds in the boiling water. Shock in cold water and place in a paper-towel-lined sieve to dry thoroughly. Retain the cooking water.

Melt the butter in a large, heavy saucepan over a low heat. Add the fennel, shallot and garlic. Sweat until translucent, but do not brown. Add the star anise, coriander seeds and the boiling water from blanching the vegetables. Top up with extra boiling water to approximately 1.5 litres. Simmer for 45 minutes to reduce. Strain

SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 36 asparagus spears (long, thin and tender work best)

and leave to cool.

Soak the gelatine leaves in warm water until floppy. Shake the water off and add them to the tepid fennel stock, stirring until

2 large bunches of chard or spinach

dissolved. Line the terrine mould with clingfilm, leaving enough

100g/scant 1 cup broad/fava beans

excess to fold over the top.

1 knob of butter

Remove and discard any rind from the goats' cheese and place in a

3 bulbs fennel, sliced

small mixing bowl. Season. Add the lemon juice and zest and cream

1 shallot, sliced

together with a fork.

3 garlic cloves, sliced 2 star anise 1 teaspoon coriander seeds

Layer the bottom of the terrine mould with half the chard, firming it down well. On top of the chard, lay 12 asparagus spears, tip to tail.

8 sheets of leaf gelatine

Spread over half of the goats’ cheese and press down thoroughly.

400g goats’ cheese

Layer on half the beans, ensuring they lay flat. Pour in enough

freshly squeezed juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon

of the fennel stock jelly to just cover. Put this in the fridge for 20

sea salt and ground black pepper

process. By this point the mould should be full. Cover the terrine

a small bag of micro-herbs, to serve

with the overhanging clingfilm and leave in the fridge for at least 6

FOR THE MINT OIL

minutes to allow the jelly to firm up before repeating the layering

hours to set.

a bunch of fresh mint

For the mint oil, whizz the herbs in a blender with a glug of olive oil

3–4 tablespoons virgin olive oil

to a rough purée. Add this to the rest of the olive oil with a good pinch of salt and decant into a bottle. Leave overnight to infuse.

a 25 x 6cm terrine mould

Keep the terrine in the mould until ready to serve. To serve, use the clingfilm to lift the terrine out. Serve with a garnish of micro-herbs and a drizzle of mint oil.

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PORCHETTA This simple Italian roast pork dish is a marvel. It’s meaty, it’s herby, it’s rustic and it’s just as delicious cold as it is warm, so perfect for picnics. Don’t be intimidated by the name as it is quite easy to do if you plan in advance and make it the day before.

First, make a herb and spice rub. Chop together the thyme, rosemary and sage leaves and put in a mixing bowl along with the fennel seeds, 1 generous tablespoon coarse sea salt and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper.

Lay the pork on a board, skin side down and make 10–12 short incisions over the meat. Stuff the cuts with slivers of garlic and then rub in the herbs and salt, making sure you work the mixture well into the slits.

Lay the sprigs of rosemary and bay leaves in a roasting pan and place the pork skin side down still, on to this. Cover and pop in the

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When it has marinated, preheat the oven to 240°C/fan 220°C/gas 9.

2 tablespoons of fresh thyme leaves

Take the pork out of the roasting pan and place back on the board.

4 sprigs of fresh rosemary, leaves removed, plus 8 whole sprigs

the side, stuff it back in. Use the lengths of string to tie up the pork,

Gently roll the pork up into a log. If any of the herb mix falls out of

1 bunch of fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped

not too tightly, spreading them evenly along the roll. Place the pork

1 tablespoon fennel seeds, crushed

with olive oil and work this well into the fat before seasoning lightly

a 2.25kg loin of pork, off the bone (ask the butcher to remove the skin and leave about 1 cm fat on the joint)

with salt and pepper. Let the pork stand at room temperature while

6 garlic cloves, sliced

pork out of the oven and spoon over the runny honey. Reduce the

8 bay leaves

oven temperature to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6 and cook for a further

3 tablespoons runny honey

20 minutes. After this time, take out of the oven, cover in kitchen

coarse sea salt and ground black pepper

foil, making sure you seal the pan well to insulate, and allow the

a drizzle of olive oil 6 lengths of string about 40cm long

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back on its bed of rosemary and bay in the roasting pan. Drizzle

the oven comes up to heat, then place it in the hot oven for 45 minutes, basting every now and again. After 45 minutes take the

pork to rest in the foil-covered pan.

You can now slice and serve or allow the porchetta to cool, slice and take with you on your picnic.

RASPBERRY & CHOCOLATE GANACHE TART This tart can be made the day before an event and kept in the fridge but make sure you serve it at room temperature to allow the chocolate to relax.

To make the pastry, put the flour, sugar and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl, stir together, then add the softened cubes of butter. Using your fingers, lightly rub the ingredients together until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Now add the egg yolks into the centre of the mix and, using a spatula, work the mixture from the edge of the bowl into the middle until it forms a lovely dough.

If the mixture seems too dry, you may need to add a tiny amount of water, ½ tablespoon or so. On a floured surface knead the dough lightly until it is all shiny and smooth, then wrap it in clingfilm and put it in the fridge to chill for at least 30 minutes.

Once chilled, roll out the pastry dough on a lightly floured surface

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to a rough circle about 3 mm thick and use it to line the prepared

INGREDIENTS

tart pan. Cut off the excess pastry around the edge, then chill for a

FOR THE PASTRY

further hour in the fridge (or 20 minutes in the freezer also works). In

250g plain flour, plus extra for dusting

the meantime, preheat the oven to 190°C/fan 170°C/gas 5.

100g icing sugar a pinch of sea salt 200g unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature

In a saucepan set over gentle heat, very slowly bring the cream to boiling point then remove from the heat and add the dark chocolate.

Use a large whisk to gently stir until the chocolate is melted, then add the vanilla and chocolate liqueur. Stir in the butter, a little at a

2 egg yolks

time, until melted, then leave the mixture to one side to cool.

FOR THE FILLING

Prick the chilled pastry case all over with a fork. Line the case with

250ml whipping cream

baking parchment and baking beans and pop in the preheated

200g plain chocolate (70% cocoa solids), broken into pieces

oven to cook blind for 15 minutes. Keep an eye on it and cover

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

the parchment and beans and cook in the oven for a further 5

1 tablespoon chocolate liqueur

minutes. Leave the tart on a wire rack to cool. Once cool, scatter

25g butter, cubed

half the raspberries into the pastry case and squish down with your

200g fresh raspberries

finger before pouring over the thick chocolate ganache to fill the

the edges with kitchen foil if they start to over-brown. Remove

case. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving, giving the ganache a 23cm loose-based tart pan

a chance to set somewhat. You can either remove from the pan, slice into wedges (best to do straight out of the fridge and with a hot knife) and wrap each slice singly in baking parchment then in a sturdy box to transport, or leave the whole tart in the pan, wrap in kitchen foil and place horizontally in a cool box. Serve with the remaining raspberries sprinkled over the top.

Recipes are from A Perfect Day For A Picnic

by Tori Finch, with photography by Georgia Glynn-Smith. Published by Ryland Peters & Small RRP £9.99.

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Nice as Pie We meet Anthony and Isabel Sterne of Appleton’s Butchers

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ince the end of the Second World War traditional butchers have become increasingly rare on our high streets. But there’s one much-loved North Yorkshire firm that’s bucking the trend.

Appleton’s of Ripon recently celebrated their 150th anniversary, and over the course of the last five years the business has been expanding rapidly. In 2014 Appleton’s opened a second shop in Wetherby.

Two years later a third branch popped up in York city centre, complete with a specially commissioned stained-glass window featuring a plump pig. Last year a fourth shop opened in Boroughbridge, and by the end of this year shop number five will be opening its doors in Knaresborough.

So what’s the secret behind the success of this burgeoning little empire? In a word: pies.

H O M E A N D AWAY Appleton’s is a specialist pork butcher, hence the stained-glass pig. The firm dates back to 1867 when 19-year-old Thomas Appleton began working for Smithson’s butchers in Ripon’s Kirkgate. The business has changed hands several times since then – and moved to the town’s Market Square – but for generations it has been renowned for its handmade pork pies. It’s said that Prince Charles is particularly partial to them.

For the last decade Appleton’s has been owned and run by Anthony and Isabel Sterne, who are determined to build on Appleton’s longstanding success without losing sight of the traditional values that have made it such a favourite.

Anthony was born in Harrogate and learned his trade from his father, who was also in the meat business. After working in Australia for a while, followed by a job as development chef at Pret-aManger, he moved back home to Yorkshire to set up his own gourmet pie business. When Isabel spotted that Appleton’s was up for sale, buying it was a no-brainer.

BRINGING HOME THE BAKING “It’s our individual pork pies that we’re most famous for,” Anthony says. “They’re made to a traditional recipe that has remained unchanged for many years.

They simply fly out of the door, still warm from the oven, and freshness is key to what makes us special.

The pies are made in Ripon and every morning they are delivered to our other shops in tins, in raw pastry, to be baked on the premises.

“The same goes for our sausage rolls and our breakfast rolls, which are sausage rolls with ovendried tomatoes and smoked bacon. Also our Scotch eggs, which we cook fresh daily. They’re made with free range eggs and our own sausage meat, deepfried to create a lovely crisp coating.

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“We also roast our own hams every day. Customers love the fact that we slice them nice and thick – it’s proper, old-fashioned ham. In summer we sell up to 120 whole hams a week.”

S E RV E YO U R I G H T “Logistics is crucial. We start delivering about half past four every morning, and of course we have to make sure that each of our shops gets precisely what they need for the day. We used to keep track of it all with pen and paper – now we use iPads!

“Customer service is very important to us, so we make a point of employing really good people, and we send mystery shoppers round to all our shops to ask awkward questions and make sure our staff are getting things right. Nowadays customers, especially young people, are increasingly appreciative of good counter service and expert advice. In the wake of the horse meat scandal they know they can trust a traditional butcher in a way that they might not trust a big multiple retailer.”

And what about the future? Are there more Appleton’s shops on the horizon after Knaresborough? Anthony thinks not. “With five shops in key locations we can keep everything tight, and we’ve got the critical mass that enables us to offer our customers good value.

To expand any further would be to risk losing our individuality, and we definitely don’t want to do that.”

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AN E A R TO TH E G R O UN D So what does Anthony find the most challenging aspects of running Appleton’s? “For me it’s finding good staff, and keeping them happy. Oh, and social media. Lots of businesses really embrace it, but as far as I’m concerned it’s a necessary evil. I do it but I don’t enjoy it!

“On the positive side, what is especially rewarding is getting good customer comments.

Appleton’s is much more than a business to us and we take things very personally, so getting positive feedback means a lot.”

And what do the couple do in their spare time?

“We have a small farm on the outskirts of Ripon, with quite a few pigs and some beef suckler cattle.

It’s not a commercial venture, though, more a labour of love!”

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The Bowes Museum is one of Britain’s most fascinating museum experiences and home to the most important collection of European fine and decorative arts in the North of England.

Paintings by Van Dyck, Goya, El Greco, Canaletto, Gainsborough and other Old Masters can be found in impressive galleries alongside iconic objects such as the Silver Swan musical automaton, textiles, fashion, silver & metals, ceramics and furniture. The permanent collections are complemented by an acclaimed exhibition programme. Situated in beautiful gardens and parkland, the Museum offers excellent dining in CafĂŠ Bowes and a gift shop.

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COLLECTED WORKS

Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre n the eve of the First World War the Wedgwood pottery, by then 150 years old, was looking for new direction.

Thanks to the fanciful creations of a new employee – talented young artist Daisy Makeig-Jones – they were just about to find it.

From 1915 until the late 1920s Makeig-Jones drafted out a series of highly elaborate fairytale landscapes inhabited by fairies, elves, imps, goblins and a menagerie of grotesque and fantastical animals, birds and insects. Wedgwood’s technical experts helped her turn her strange visions into a series of remarkable ceramics, decorated in golds, blacks and vibrant iridescent glazes. Wedgwood’s Fairyland 1 Lustre had been born.

Away with the fairies

Makeig-Jones’ magical world struck a chord with a generation looking for an escape from the grim realities of war and its after-effects. “Fairyland Lustre was hugely popular throughout the 1920s,” says Diane Sinnott, 20th Century Design Specialist at Tennants Auctioneers in Leyburn. “It had an enthusiastic following in America, especially in New York. Thanks to its delicate drawing, vivid colours, lustrous finishes and technical sophistication it was – and still is – highly sought after.

“Makeig-Jones’ make-believe world, with its combination of whimsical imagination, Eastern exoticism and echoes of Art Nouveau, is typical of

1920s design, and was clearly very much influenced by the fairytale picture books of the period, especially the work of illustrators like Arthur Rackham and Edmund Dulac.”

By all accounts Makeig-Jones was a somewhat eccentric lady. It is clear from the detailed explanation that she wrote about her ‘Ghostly Wood’ pattern vase how deeply she immersed herself in her imaginary world.

It’s too long to quote in full, but here is a taster: “On this Vase is depicted part of the Land of Illusion which had to be traversed by Mitaine before she reached and conquered the Fortress of Fear. Trees dripped blood as she approached, and shrieked and howled in an eldritch manner… Other trees resembled dried and blasted trunks with demons’ heads in place of leaves…Above in the topmost boughs sat the Owls of Wisdom… Drifting everywhere were the spirits of those who had failed to reach the fortress, doomed with the Fairy of the Desert and the Yellow Dwarf to dwell in the Land of Illusion until 3,000 times 3,000 years shall have passed away… The vase also shows the White Rabbit hurrying across to earth to guide the immortal Alice to Wonderland.”

Arguably Makeig-Jones herself spent rather too long in the Land of Illusion, because she seems to have developed into a thoroughly difficult and domineering employee. By the end of the 1920s the Great Depression was looming, but she refused to adapt her designs to the new spirit of austerity.

In 1931 Wedgwood asked her to leave.

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exploring antiques and collectables

In the firing line

It is hardly surprising that sales of Fairyland Lustre plummeted during the economic downturn. “Unlike the work of Clarice Cliff, the other great British ceramics designer of the 1920s and 1930s, Makeig-Jones’ work was very much at the luxury end of the scale,” says Diane.

“It was the kind of thing a couple might receive as an expensive wedding present.

“Fairyland Lustre was extremely complicated and costly to produce. When you run your hand over a vase or bowl you can feel that the surface is all lumpy and bumpy because it has been through so many firings. Every firing increases the risk of a piece getting damaged, so there was a very high level of wastage. Because of this some articles with firing cracks and blemishes went on to be sold. The pieces that achieve top prices nowadays are the ones in the best condition with the fewest firing flaws.

“Fairyland lustre is quite difficult to catalogue. It was made in a range of different shapes – plates, dishes, pots, vases, bowls – and in a variety of colourways. And two bowls with the same design on the outside will often have different designs on the inside.

“To give you an indication of prices, last year we sold a ‘Ghostly Wood’ pattern vase with firing cracks and other flaws for £6,000. Fairyland Lustre bowls can easily fetch £1,000 to £2,000.

“In addition to Fairyland Lustre, Daisy Makeig-Jones also designed a range of ordinary lustre ceramics for Wedgwood.

These involved substantially less pattern and processing, and were therefore much cheaper to make and buy.

As you would expect they are correspondingly less expensive to buy nowadays – less than half the price of Fairyland Lustre. “If you want to find out more about Fairyland Lustre the best reference book – which makes a fascinating read – is Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre by Una des Fontaines.

Unfortunately it’s out of print at the moment, but do snap up a copy if you see it secondhand!”

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1: A Wedgwood flame Fairyland Lustre vase featuring imps on a bridge, sold by Tennants in 2016 for £2,000. 2: A Wedgwood black Fairyland Lustre bowl featuring leapfrogging elves and woodland elves, sold by Tennants in 2016 for £600. 3: A Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre ‘Ghostly Wood’ vase, sold by Tennants in 2018 for £6,000.

4: A Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre octagonal bowl featuring geisha or angels and running figures, sold by Tennants in 2018 for £1,200.

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Take a Break The first in a new series on the best places to stay in the Dales, starting with Simonstone Hall, Hawes

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f you take the Buttertubs Pass from Hawes over to Swaledale, you’ll pass Simonstone Hall soon after you leave town. It’s nestled up against the hillside, just before the winding road starts to tilt steeply upwards to climb the lower slopes of Great Shunner Fell.

With its tall chimneys, ancient gables, mullioned windows and pointy clock tower – not to mention the neat terraced gardens and their resident peacocks – Simonstone comes as a sudden surprise in a landscape of rough pasture, mossy walls, squat barns and weathered farmsteads. It could be the setting for an Agatha Christie mystery, or even a fairytale.

Country Casual Simonstone was originally built as a private dwelling.

It was subsequently used as a shooting lodge, and in the 1980s it was turned into a country house hotel.

Three years ago the hotel was taken over by Jake Dinsdale. Jake, born in nearby Gayles, was determined to make Simonstone into something really special, and to put it back in touch with its Dales roots.

As a teenager Jake worked part-time at Simonstone, pot-washing and housekeeping.

He loved the experience, but presumably never imagined he would end up as Managing Director.

After training as an architect and spending time working in Africa he decided that he was missing his Yorkshire home comforts, so he started looking for a project that would give him an excuse to return to Wensleydale.

When Simonstone came up for sale three years ago, Jake knew it would be a huge challenge – especially since he was still only 26 at the time – but he was sure he was equal to it. “I knew the area, the buildings, the staff, I had masses of local contacts. It was a bit of a no-brainer,” he says.

“I felt that over the years Simonstone had rather lost its direction, and become just another hotel.

I wanted to turn it back into a country house, a genuine part of the local community – which is, after all, what it was built for.

“I’m very proud to have a place where I can show off everything that’s great about our area.

Somewhere to stay that epitomises Yorkshire from the moment guests arrive – beginning, of course, with a proper warm Yorkshire welcome. At the time the sale went through Simonstone was a slightly stiff, formal sort of concern, with an atmosphere that didn’t really suit the building or the area. I wanted it to be a cosy home-from-home where guests could walk their dogs, come back with muddy boots and relax by the fire.”

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A Winning Formula “A major part of our appeal is our fantastic Dales location and the amazing views. And then, of course, there’s the actual building itself. Last year we started renovating the bedrooms and bathrooms, and as an architect and designer it has been a great opportunity to make my mark and enhance the facilities whilst also bringing back some of Simonstone’s traditional character.

“Good dining, obviously, is another key part of the Yorkshire experience. Nowadays every restaurant pays lip-service to the idea of offering seasonal, local produce, but here at Simonstone it’s something that we actually do. Our lamb is from the farm over the wall, we invest in local cattle herds, our game is from the local game dealer, and last year we created our very own kitchen garden. Cheese, milk and eggs are all local, and in our bar we have local ales and gins made especially for us.

“I’m very lucky to have such a fantastic team here, and we’ve worked really hard to transform Simonstone. And now all the hard work has started to pay off. Last year we won the Flavours of Herriot Country award for best afternoon tea, and this year Boutique Hotelier named me as one of the hospitality industry’s Young Trailblazers. Channel 4 has been filming here as part of a TV programme about country house hotels, following us though the renovations and various events. It has all been tremendously exciting.

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“On the subject of events, we’ve put together a great programme of events to appeal to both guests and locals. Every second Thursday of the month, for example, we host a book club. And this year we’ve appointed an artist-in-residence, Sally Marie Gardner from Sedbergh, who is running a series of exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations throughout 2019.

“Upper Wensleydale has been designated a ‘Dark Skies’ area, and during the darker parts of year we hold stargazing events where guests can grab a blanket and a brandy, relax by one of our beautiful fire pits and enjoy the night sky. And this September the UCI Cycling Championship route will be passing right by Simonstone at the start of the Buttertubs Pass ascent so we’ve put together a special deal for enthusiasts who want to come along and enjoy our superb roadside vantage point. It’s all very exciting!”

For more information about Simonstone Hall visit simonstonehall.com or call 01969 667255.

Jake’s Top ‘To Do’s’ Guests often ask Jake for recommendations about what to do in the area. Here are his top five favourite local excursions.

HARDRAW FORCE “The highest waterfall in England, it’s a lovely short circular walk from Simonstone.”

THE BUTTERTUBS PASS “A superb route over to Swaledale – whether by car, bike or on foot – made famous by the 2014 Tour de France.”

THE WENSLEYDALE CREAMERY “Needless to say, we just love their cheese!”

BOLTON CASTLE “Fabulous views, a real sense of history and lots of exciting activities such as falconry.”

THE FORBIDDEN CORNER “Big kids like me love having an excuse to go there. And there seems to be something new to see every time you visit.”

working g Gin to dining n lovers!

We are delighted to be working with our friends at Sing Gin to create an unforgettable dining experience perfect for Gin lovers!

Inspired by the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, Sing Gin is a gin of rare and tantalising freshness with distinct floral undertones. It is crafted from grape-based spirit as opposed to grain, and the botanicals are crushed by hand at the family home in Kettlesing, the Yorkshire village which inspired the name ‘Sing’ Gin. Soak up the beautiful Yorkshire Dales countryside on the lawn with a glass of fizz on arrival at 3pm.

Join us for an evening of speciality gin cocktails from guest hosts Sing Gin and fine food with our 6 course tasting menu on Friday 16th August.

House Rooms £340 • Hot Tub Rooms £390 The Barn Suite £425 • Dinner Only £80 pp

Enjoy a lie-in with complimentary late check-out and hearty Yorkshire breakfast before exploring the area which inspired this delicious gin!

Due to the popular demand for this event and limited availability, please book now to avoid disappointment!

Yorebridge House • Bainbridge • North Yorkshire • DL8 3EE • 01969 652060 enquiries@yorebridgehouse.co.uk • www.yorebridgehouse.co.uk

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‘Les Beiges’, a new waterbased tint from Chanel, hydrates and refreshes the complexion; from Fenwicks, York, fenwick. co.uk/stores/york

‘Stillness’, a luscious pink shade from Chanel’s Rouge Allure lip colour range, from Chanel counters nationwide.

Dior’s ‘Wild Earth’ limited edition eyeshadow palette brings together gold, pink and copper shades; from John Lewis, York, johnlewis.com

Woven straw tote with seashell-charm by Sensi Studio, handcrafted in Ecuador, from matchesfashion.com

Clarins limited edition primer in bronze corrects colour and minimises dark shadows; from Barkers, Northallerton, barkers.co.uk

Embroidered cotton sun dress from Luisa Beccaria’s new resort collection; see more at matchesfashion. com

Light blue suede mules with gold cylinder heel

by Jacquemus, from Harvey Nichols, Leeds, harveynichols.com

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18 carat gold and tanzanite ring by Ellen Monaghan, from a range at Pyramid Gallery, York, pyramidgallery.com

Clarins two-tone bronzer to give your skin that perfect golden glow; available in two shades from Barkers, Northallerton, barkers.co.uk

‘Beat Street’, a bold turquoise shade by Smith and Cult, flatters every skin tone; from a range at Space NK, Harrogate, spacenk.com

Nuxe ‘Huile Prodigieuse’ contains tiny shimmering particles to nourish and illuminate skin and hair; from John Lewis, York, johnlewis.com

‘After Dark’ face polish by Kiss The Moon gently buffs the skin and uplifts the senses; from a range at Kiss The Moon Sleep Boutique, Sedbury Hall, Richmond, kissthemoon.com

Exquisite off-the shoulder midi dress adorned with fabric roses from Marchesa Notte’s resort 2019 collection; available at farfetch.com

This orange leather cocktail bag by Sophie Hulme, sophiehulme. com, adds an instant pop of colour to any outfit.

Detangling Gelée with Sea Minerals by Christophe Robin, a haircare treatment with a light texture that won’t weigh hair down, from SpaceNK York, spacenk.com

‘Wild Thing’, a supple nappa leather sandal by Aquazzura, available in a range of colours from Harvey Nichols, Leeds, harveynichols.com

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Thorp Perrow Arboretum

There’s lots to do at Thorp Perrow this summer, join us for one of our open air concerts, solve the clues in our childrens summer trail, explore 100 acres of stunning woodland, run wild and free in our adventure play area and meet exotic birds and animals, no two visits to Thorp Perrow Arboretum are the same!

thorpperrow

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www.thorpperrow.com 01677 425323

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Thorp Perrow, Bedale, DL8 2PS

©RHS/Lee Beel

Buy garden tickets at rhs.org.uk/harlowcarr and save 10% Located 1½ miles from Harrogate

RHS Registered Charity No: 222879/SC038262

A Great Day Out for Garden Lovers

Say it with flowers Say it with flowers... thousands of them!

Give a Living Bouquet wildflower gift for £25 and help us protect precious meadow habitats in the Yorkshire Dales and the hundreds of species of wildlife they are home to.

Visit livingbouquet.co.uk or call 015242 51002 to find out more.

Charity No. 1061687

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33rd MASHAM

SHEEP FAIR 5th and 6th October

During the weekend from 10.00 am SHEEP SHOW • SHEEPDOG DEMONSTRATIONS • SHEEP RACING SPINNING & WEAVING DEMONSTRATIONS OLD TIME CHILDREN’S FAIR • WOOL EVENT – WOOL STALLS & DEMOS MORRIS DANCERS • HANDBELL RINGERS • TOURS AROUND T&R THEAKSTON AND BLACK SHEEP BREWERIES • HARVEST FLOWER FESTIVAL • BISHOP BLAIZE PROCESSION & BANDS • HANDSPUN WOOL COMPETITION Further details and entry forms are available from MRS SUSAN CUNLIFFE-LISTER, High House, Swinton, Ripon HG4 4JH Tel: 01765 688417 or susan@burtonagnes.com or at Broadley’s Insurance Office, Market Place, Masham ALL PROCEEDS GO TO YORKSHIRE CHARITIES

01845 524234 • mail@worldofjamesherriot.com World of James Herriot, 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire Y07 1PL

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James Alfred Wight, who wrote under the pseudonym of James Herriot, became one of the most popular writers of the twentieth century. His books, a series of stories based on his experiences as a young veterinary surgeon working among the farming community of North Yorkshire, sold in their millions. Their success led to two feature films in the mid 1970s, followed by a television series, All Creatures Great and Small, which enjoyed global success. Thousands of visitors continue to flock to The World of James Herriot Museum, which was established in 1999 in his hometown of Thirsk.

Britain’s premier autumn gardening event

13-15 SEPTEMBER 2019

Great Yorkshire Showground

- Leading UK plant nurseries - Giant vegetable show - Inspirational garden borders - Fruit & veg shows - Expert growing advice & demonstrations - Unique crafts & gifts - Cookery theatre & specialist foods - 1000s of beautiful autumn blooms

Save ÂŁ2.50*per ticket

Book before Tuesday 3 September

flowershow.org.uk 01423 546157 *An admin charge applies per order

North of England Horticultural Society

a great family day out

2019 FIXTURES Saturday 13th April Monday Evening 29th April Saturday 4th May Saturday Evening 11th May Saturday 18th May Monday 3rd June Tuesday Evening 11th June Tuesday 18th June Wednesday 3rd July Friday 26th July Saturday 3rd August Friday 9th August Friday Evening 16th August with Scouting For Girls Friday 30th August Saturday 7th September Ladies Day Monday 16th September

For more information, visit our website:

thirskracecourse.net or call 01845 522 276

Get social with us:

@thirskraces

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DALESDIARY SUMMER 2019

THORP PERROW ARBORETUM Bedale, North Yorkshire 01677 425323 thorpperrow.com

THE BOWES MUSEUM Newgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8NP 01833 690606 thebowesmuseum.org.uk

Arboretum Summer Trail Saturday 20 July to Monday 2 September Solve the clues, which will lead you to places in the arboretum you may have never discovered!

Free of charge; standard entry charges apply.

Family Fun Weekend Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 August Join us for a weekend of fun for the whole family!

There’s loads going on: bouncy castles, obstacle courses, face painting and more. £5 per child; standard entry charges apply.

Thorp Perrow Open Air Concerts 2019

Lego: Building The Bowes Museum

Tickets from £14.50.

Book online at thorpperrow.com/diary

Saturday 25 May to Sunday 13 October

Party under the stars at Thorp Perrow this summer with a series of open-air concerts, each guaranteeing a toe-tapping night of fantastic live music with food and drink stalls to suit all.

Abba Sensation Saturday 20 July, 7.30pm This fantastic tribute band will have you on your feet like a true Dancing Queen. Wow us with your best 70s costumes!

Beatlemania Saturday 27 July, 7.30pm Beatlemania is firmly established as one of the world’s leading Beatles tribute acts, with over twenty years’ experience performing throughout the UK and internationally.

Britpop 90s Night Saturday 3 August, 7:30pm Bask in the glory of the 90s as Britpop Reunion take you back to some of the greatest moments in British musical history while you sing and dance your heart out.

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Calling all Lego fans and their families: The Bowes Museum is the place to be this summer! We turn the Museum into a Lego wonderland, with 15 of our most loved objects, including the Silver Swan, recreated by Brick This’ Steve Mayes – and you can have a go at making them too! Then let your imagination go wild in our Lego Creation Station, where you can take inspiration from your own collections to build your own Museum of Treasures. Normal admission applies.

Janusz Plays Chopin Saturday 6 July, 7.30–9.30pm Join celebrated international pianist and conductor Janusz Piotrowicz for an evening of music by Chopin in the glittering setting of The Bowes Museum picture galleries. Concert in aid of The Bowes Museum and The World Trust, in association with Ripon International Festival. £17.50 Standard, £25 Premium (includes wine).

Summertastic Saturday 24 August, 11am–4pm Summer isn’t over! Bring a picnic and join us for the bank holiday weekend. We will have plenty to keep everyone entertained, with our familyfriendly exhibitions and activities galore.

Normal admission applies.

Fine Art, Antiques & Jewellery Sunday, 23 June at 10am

at Bedale Hall, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1AA Viewing Friday, 21 June 10am-7pm Saturday, 22 June 9am-5pm Sale Day from 8am Catalogues ÂŁ6 by post.

To include a single owner collection of 18th Century drinking glasses, a small single owner collection of silver fish slices, the selected period furniture, clocks, silver and paintings from a large Scarborough property.

Valuations prepared for probate and insurance.

Complimentary pre-sale appraisals.

t: 01677 333003 e: info@elstobandelstob.co.uk

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YORKSHIRE DALES MILLENNIUM TRUST

THE DALES COMMUNITY POP CHOIR The Garden Room at Tennants, Harmby Road, Leyburn, DL8 5SG

015242 51002 email info@ydmt.org Find out more at ydmt.org/events

Slaidburn Meadow Meander Wednesday 26 June A gentle stroll of about half a mile around the exceptional wildflower hay meadows at Bell Sykes Farm in Slaidburn. Hear all about the meadows from the farmer himself and our local meadow restoration and wildflower expert. Onsite parking and all-terrain mobility scooters (must be pre-booked) make this walk ideal for people with limited mobility. Suggested donation of £15; booking essential.

Watercolour Landscapes Thursday 27 and Friday 28 June This two-day course at Broadrake Bunkbarn, LA6 3AX, offers an opportunity for those wanting to start out or improve their watercolour painting skills, and offers guidance on getting to grips with this medium. £69; booking essential.

YDMT Woodland Open Day Friday 28 and Saturday 29 June A chance to explore YDMT’s newest supporter woodland! Talk to staff and see the young trees that have been planted at High Woodale Farm in Upper Nidderdale thanks to generous donations and tree dedications from supporters.

Free, donations always welcome.

Hay Meadow Flora Wednesday 10 July This one-day course at Colt Park Barn, LA6 3JF, offers participants an introduction to the different wildflowers typically found in an upland hay meadow. £12.50; booking essential.

‘Let it Shine’ – a Summer Afternoon of Song Sunday July 14, 3–5.30pm, doors open 2.30pm Come and join the Dales Community Pop Choir for their annual concert where you will hear a wonderful array of show and pop tunes from the 70s to the current day, including tracks such as ELO’s Mr Blue Sky and Take That’s Shine.

Not only will you have a joy-filled afternoon of music, but you will also be supporting two fantastic charities: Macmillan Cancer Support and Swaledale Mountain Rescue.

Led by Debbie Allenby, the pop choir has gone from strength to strength over the three and half years since it was created, now having 50 members and singing in beautiful four-part harmonies. It has performed at weddings, festivals, the Tour de Yorkshire and Welcome to Yorkshire events, as well as holding their own annual fundraiser.

There will also be guest performers throughout the afternoon and a fantastic raffle with a selection of hamper prizes.

Tickets from Milners of Leyburn or online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/Dales-pop-choir

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SWINTON ESTATE

THE STATION

Masham, Ripon HG4 4JH 01765 680900 swintonestate.com

Station Yard, Richmond DL10 4LD 01748 850123 thestation.co.uk

Medieval Day at Swinton Bivouac Saturday 22 June Step back in time with a day of medieval activities for all the family, including falconry displays and archery, plus a host of crafts such as decorating your own shield, making rubbings of old carvings and dressing up as a knight in shining armour or warrior princess. Free entry (charge for individual archery sessions); no booking required.

Woodland Mindfulness Walks Tuesdays 23 July, 3 September, 15 October & 26 November, 11am–1pm New for 2019! Join Forest Bathing UK for a woodland session of mindfulness in 200 acres of historic lakes and gardens at Swinton Country Club & Spa. The woodland walks consist of guided activities and exercises that harness the trees’ natural essential oils, which have a beneficial impact on the nervous system when inhaled, reducing stress levels, balancing mood disorders and promoting a sense of wellbeing. £20 per person (£15 for Country Club & Spa members) including a two-hour guided walk and herbal tea.

For reservations call 01765 680950 or email spa reservations@swintonestate.com

Ric Duffield Saturday 15 to Wednesday 26 June Yorkshire born and bred wildlife artist and illustrator Ric Duffield brings his fine art exhibition to the Mezzanine Gallery.

Aaminah Snowdon Saturday 6 to Wednesday 31 July An exhibition of contemporary artwork by Aaminah Snowdon, celebrating the fun and quirky personalities of Britain’s much-loved wildlife.

Also featuring monochrome pictorial landscape photography by Mark Snowdon.

Julie MacBean: Edgelands Saturday 13 to Wednesday 31 July A multi-disciplinary artist, Julie MacBean makes work through drawing, painting, printmaking and artist’s books. Everything she creates is based on her observations, and is inspired by nostalgia or historical events.

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Outdoor Theatre at Swinton Bivouac: Wuthering Heights Saturday 10 August, 6.30pm Enjoy an outdoor performance of Emily Bronte’s wild and tempestuous love story beneath the stars in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. A tale of passion and revenge that has thrilled readers and audiences alike for generations. Please bring rugs or low-back seating. Picnics are available for preorder. £16 per adult, £11 per child, under 4s free.

Booking advised, call 01765 680900.

Woodland & Walking Festival Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September, 10am–4.30pm Also new this year, the festival at the Bivouac and Druid’s Plantation incorporates the very best of Yorkshire’s great outdoors, with family-friendly activities ranging from foraging and forest bathing to woodland school and orienteering. £10 per car (includes entry for all passengers). Refreshments include an all-day BBQ at Bivouac Café Bistro and woodland refreshments in the Druid’s Plantation.

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SADDLE ROOM AT TUPGILL ESTATE, LEYBURN

Tupgill Estate, situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales with 513 acres of glorious Yorkshire countryside, is home to The Saddle Room restaurant and the famous Forbidden Corner, Yorkshire's Large Tourist Attraction winner 2015.

It is also one of the region's most picturesque wedding locations.

UNIQUE SETTING

Choose from a variety of wedding settings, all with their own quirky and quaint charm. Impress your guests with inventive wedding menus whilst sipping champagne and soaking up the sheer beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. Relax in front of feature fireplaces and dazzle your wedding party with the vaulted wine cellar. Incorporate the Forbidden Corner into your big day plans and make the day extra special and fun.

THE HAYLOFT

This first-level function room with lift access can seat up to 50 people for your wedding breakfast. Within the suite there is also a private bar for sole use for your party and also cloakroom facilities. The Hayloft is the perfect place to kick-start the party along with a dance floor for your evening reception.

THE SADDLE ROOM RESTAURANT

Dependent on the date and season couples have in mind, why not exclusively hire our quirky equine-styled restaurant or use in conjunction with the Hayloft. This option is ideal for those that want something a little different.

THE BELL BARN

Our newly refurbished Bell Barn boasts a rustic aesthetic, exposed stone and lots of natural daylight – it's a real blank canvas just waiting to be dressed to match a chosen wedding colour scheme. The Bell Barn can cater for 150 guests seated, or 200 maximum for an evening reception. For larger parties couples have the option of a marquee wedding on the lawn. There's also the opportunity to block book the venue for guaranteed exclusive use.

CIVIL CEREMONIES

We are proud to offer Civil Ceremonies in a number of locations within the grounds of Tupgill Park. Whether it be in front of the roaring fire in the Bell Barn or a summer outdoor ceremony, by the Fishing Temple, or with the dramatic backdrop of Flamstone Pin on Tupgill Lawn, we can tailor-make the setting in line with your vision.

WEDDING FAIR We are holding our very own wedding fair here at Tupgill on Sunday 7th April 2019

ACCOMMODATION After a long day celebrating such a memorable occasion, what better than to retire to one of our courtyard self-catering cottages or stable bed and breakfast bedrooms.

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GREEN HOWARDS MUSEUM

FLOWER POWER PLANT FAIRS

Trinity Church Square, Richmond, DL10 4QN 01748 826561 greenhowards.org.uk

flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

Medals Maketh the Man

Thursday 20 June, 7–8.30pm Eighteen soldiers serving with the Green Howards were awarded the Victoria Cross, but how are these valuable medals made, from what and by whom? Has anyone ever earned more than one, or been stripped of their medal? Find out at this talk, which also includes access to the museum’s new Medal Room.

Hostile Environment: The British in Russia 1918 to 1920 Friday 28 June to Saturday 14 December

Sion Hill Hall Open Gardens and Specialist Plant Fair Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, YO7 6ET Sunday 16 June, 11am–4pm A charming formal garden of great precision, featuring woodland walks, vegetable garden, perfect lawns and the Millennium Herbaceous Borders. Strictly no dogs allowed as peacocks rule the roost! Refreshments. Admission £5, children free. Proceeds to charity.

Constable Burton Hall Specialist Plant Fair

Constable Burton Hall, Leyburn, DL8 5LJ Sunday 7 July, 11am–4pm A glorious summer garden to explore, with the plant fair held on the south lawns beside the house and featuring some of the top plant specialists in the North. Refreshments.

Admission £5, children free.

Newburgh Priory Open Gardens and Specialist Plant Fair Newburgh Priory, Coxwold, YO61 4AS

Bank Holiday Monday 26 August, 11am–4pm A 40-acre garden to explore and discover including water gardens, walled gardens and woodland walks. The plant fair is held beside the Priory and spills onto the lawns down to the lake. Homemade refreshments. Admission £4, children free, dogs most welcome.

Hall open (separate admission).

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This special exhibition tells the little-known story of how Britain played its part in the Russian Civil War, using personal archives from the museum’s collection and objects lent by National Galleries Scotland and Royal Armouries to explore the complex positioning of ‘red’ versus ‘white’ at a time of enormous global social and political upheaval in the aftermath of the First World War. Entry to the exhibition is included in museum admission.

Will’s Wonderful Richmond Wander

Wednesdays at 2pm from 31 July to 4 September Meet at The Green Howards Museum. Take a walk to learn just how much history there is beneath your feet and all around you. It’s a stunning way to find out more about the town – planes, boats, boots, bridges, nurses, Normans, Georgians, Germans, castles and trains all feature. The wander takes just over an hour. Suitable for all the family. Donations to the museum please.

EARL DISCOUNY BIRD AVAILAB T IS ONLY LE 31ST UNTIL DONT M MAY ISS OUT !

featuring

16th AUGUST 2019

Gates open 3pm • First Race approximately 5pm Band play after racing, approximately 8.30pm • Site closes 10pm

Tickets on sale NOW!

and can be booked online at thirskracecourse.net or by calling T: 01845 522276 Enclosure and Entry There will be one enclosure, where all non-exclusive facilities will be open to all racegoers.

No dress code applicable anywhere for this fixture.

EARLY BIRDS: £25 per adult (available until the 31st May)

STANDARD: £35 per adult (from 1st June until 15th August) (subject to availability)

£40 per adult on the day of racing (subject to availability)

£20 - Teenager Ticket

age 13 to 17 inclusive - ID must be carried at all times and will be checked on entry. Must be accompanied by an adult and no teenage tickets to be sold without the purchase of an adult ticket (Max 2 teenagers per adult ticket)

12 and under go free

No ticket required. Must be accompanied by a paying adult

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HARROGATE AUTUMN FLOWER SHOW

KIPLIN HALL & GARDENS

Great Yorkshire Showground 01423 546157 flowershow.org.uk

Near Scorton, Richmond DL10 6AT 01748 818178 kiplinhall.co.uk Gardens and Tea Room open Saturday to Wednesday, 10am–5pm; Hall and exhibitions open Saturday to Wednesday, 11am–5pm

The Dashing Daddies of Kiplin Saturday 15 June to Sunday 7 July Exploring the playfulness of paternity, this exhibition reveals the fun and frolics of Kiplin fathers through photographic works and works of art from the collection. Treat the dashing daddy in your life to something delicious in Kiplin’s Tea Room on Father’s Day, Sunday 16 June.

A Million Dreams Saturday 22 June to Wednesday 11 September Experience Kiplin Hall like never before in a musical celebration inspired by the song ‘A Million Dreams’ from the fabulous film The Greatest Showman. Kiplin’s 400-yearold collection consists of fun and fantastical curiosities gathered from far-flung lands and brought to Kiplin to make people smile.

Kiplin’s Creatures Saturday 20 July to Wednesday 11 September From ponies to crocodiles, geese to badgers, meet Kiplin’s creatures, past and present. Fun trails exploring Kiplin’s collection and the great outdoors will lead little explorers around the Hall and Gardens, giving them something to do whatever the weather during the summer holidays.

National Garden Scheme Sunday 21 and Monday 22 July Enjoy Kiplin in all its floral glory as part of this national celebration that sees half of the admission money donated to NGS charities. Visitors will be able to admire the floral arrangements created throughout the Hall by Kiplin Volunteers.

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Friday 13 September to Sunday 15 September, 9.30am–5.30pm (4.30pm Sunday) Harrogate Flower Show is a spectacular season finale, welcoming autumn in all its glory with a celebration of the harvest. Featuring amazing floral displays, over 5,000 beautiful autumn blooms and wonderful fruit and veg, it provides plenty of ideas and inspiration for planning a new year in the garden.

The garden border competition returns, with lots of ideas to take away and try at home. Each mini show garden will be packed with the latest in design from talented teams across the region, so don’t miss the chance to see how any space, big or small, could be transformed.

If it is jaw-dropping colour you seek, the autumn show features thousands of beautiful autumn flowers in Britain’s biggest exhibition by amateur gardening groups. From big blousy begonias to diminutive orchid dahlias, the Floral Pavilion really is a treat for the senses!

There will also be an unrivalled range of top UK plant nurseries at the autumn show, an amazing giant vegetable competition, a packed programme of gardening and cookery demonstrations, great garden shopping, crafts, gifts and specialist regional foods – all adding up to a terrific day out for garden lovers. £18 if booked before 3 September (Sunday £16.50) or £20.50 on the gate (£19 on Sunday); under 16s free with an adult.

VISIT OUR NEW VICTORIA CROSS GALLERY greenhowards.org.uk

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The brainchild of Mr. C.R. Armstrong, C.M.G. OBE, it was originally built as a private folly but due to public demand was subsequently opened.

A unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created in a four-acre garden in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The temple of the underworld, the eye of the needle, a huge pyramid made of translucent glass, paths and passages that lead nowhere, extraordinary statues at every turn. There are decisions to make and tricks to avoid, a day out with a difference which will challenge and delight children of all ages.

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SUMMER 2019

RHS GARDEN HARLOW CARR

JOE CORNISH GALLERIES

Crag Lane, Harrogate HG3 1QB 01423 565418 rhs.org.uk

Register House, Zetland Street, Northallerton DL6 1NA 01609 777404 joecornishgallery.co.uk

Kate Somervell To Saturday 11 August Kate Somervell is the first photographer to be under the spotlight as part of our new ‘Focus on…’ feature. North-Yorkshire-based Kate is particularly drawn to black and white imagery and will be exhibiting both digital prints and a specially made series of photogravures. Kate will be joining us for a ‘Meet the Photographer’ event on Saturday 13 July.

David Ward Saturday 14 September to Saturday 14 December Landscape photographer, teacher and writer David Ward will be our next ‘Focus on…’ featured photographer. He will be showing new prints from the UK and overseas, and will be involved in several events during his residency.

CAMP HILL ESTATE Kirklington, Bedale, DL8 2LS 01845 567788 camphill.co.uk

Sausage & Beer Festival Friday 19 and Saturday 20 July Join us for a relaxing, fun-filled weekend in the heart of North Yorkshire. This festival is all about...sausages and beer! Our famous sausagetasting competition brings together over 30 local butchers with their best bangers for a blind taste test. Once our expert sausage-tasters (you!) have sampled them we crown the tastiest sausage with the Heck Silver Cup. With over 30 different local ales on tap it is a chance to try out many different breweries from Yorkshire and beyond.

To keep you entertained the Rustic Barn stage will host fantastic live bands and acts throughout the day. The inimitable Stax funk and soul band will be headlining on Saturday evening.

With street food stalls, a dedicated children’s area with vintage fairground, a charity dog show and food demonstrations throughout the day, this event is not to be missed.

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Sweet Pea Show Saturday 13 June, 11am–4pm; Sunday 14 June 10am–4pm Enjoy the heavenly scent and breathtaking sight of hundreds of sweet pea blooms as the top UK growers travel to Harrogate for a weekend-long celebration of these beautiful summer blooms.

RHS Harlow Carr Flower Show Friday 21 to Sunday 23 June, 10am–5pm Celebrating seventy years of Harlow Carr’s development as a garden, this popular event – now in its fourth year – is a chance to browse, buy and pick up advice from more than 50 specialist nurseries and garden trade stands.

Enjoy a programme of talks and demonstrations, then escape the crowds with a relaxing stroll in the stunning surroundings of the 58-acre garden.

Normal garden entry applies. Check the website for parking restrictions at the garden and free park-and-ride details.

Outdoor Theatre: Alice in Wonderland Friday 26 and Saturday 27 July; doors open 5.30pm for 6pm performance Join Alice and the White Rabbit on a musical, topsy-turvy adventure that promises to capture the imagination of the youngest audience members. Immersion Theatre presents a host of outlandish characters including Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the notorious Queen of Hearts, the Cheshire Cat and, of course, the Mad Hatter. Why not come dressed up as your favourite character?

See website for ticket prices.

Orchid Mania Exhibition Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August Experience the beauty and glamour of these magnificent plants as the Harrogate Orchid Society join us at RHS Harlow Carr for striking orchid displays, demonstrations and tips on growing at home. Free. Normal admission applies.

B. K. Webster Gunsmith

Specialists in gun repair and alteration since 1984

Repairs and servicing to all types of guns.

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Ask about a fitting session using: DryFire Target Simulator.

Video analysis of your technique.

Stocks made and altered. bkwebstergunsmith.com 01677 470505 • west tanfield HG4 5JH

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The Spirit of Masham Gin Experience Have you ever dreamed of distilling your own handcrafted gin? The Spirit of Masham Distillery can make your dreams come true.

The Spirit of Masham Distillery Unit 1 • Masham Business Park Fearby Road • Masham North Yorkshire • HG4 4ES

Following a relaxing gin and tonic and tour of our distillery, you will be allocated a 2-litre copper alembic still. You can choose from over 100 botanicals to make your own unique hand-crafted London Dry Gin, assisted by our distillers. We will reduce your gin to bottling strength and you will bottle, label, name your gin and take away your 70cl bottle along with some great memories.

£95.00 per person including complimentary drinks and your 70cl bottle of hand-crafted gin.

To book the experience or for further information please ring 01765 688500 or visit our website: www.corksandcases.com

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Make a day of it at Thorpe Farm!

With its brand new café-restaurant, farm shop, country park, wetland nature reserve, animal rescue centre and reclamation barn, Thorpe Farm Centre makes a perfect day out the for the whole family.

T H O R P E FA R M C E N T R E

Greta Bridge, North Yorkshire DL12 9TY • 01833 627242 • www.thorpefarm.co.uk

Campbell’s of Leyburn Your family run Fine Food and Wine Emporium

Winners of the ‘Best Village Store/Local Shop’ in the National Farm Food and Deli awards 2019 Our famous store on Leyburn marketplace has evolved over 150 years under 5 generations of Campbell’s to offer its own distinctive style of supermarket shopping.

Extra broad aisles offering stress-free access to more than 12,000 different products are avenues of discovery leading to mouth-watering surprises such as:

So many surprises in store for you

• innovative products from start-ups and artisans • our rapidly expanding range of own-label and every day grocery products • succulent rare-breed meat from traditional Dales’ farmers • national and international delicacies vying for attention on a first-class delicatessen counter • a bewildering choice of artisan and mainstream cheeses • a showcase for craft brewers and distillers • an unrivalled selection of world-wide wines and spirits ……. and there’s much, much more in store.

Call in for a unique shopping experience, you may be surprised!

Best Independent Rural Retailer

4 Commercial Square, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 5BP Tel: 01969 622169 www.campbellsofleyburn.co.uk richard@campbellsofleyburn.co.uk Dales Life | SUMMER 2019 |

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On the market

Our regular round-up of beautiful properties for sale in Yorkshire.

MEADOWCROFT, FINGHALL, LEYBURN A deceptively spacious 3 bedroom barn conversion.

Substantial gardens with views, garage/workshop.

Guide Price: £495,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01969 622800 robinjessop.co.uk

WALDEN VIEW, CARPERBY, LEYBURN An attractive & spacious 3 bedroom mid-terrace cottage.

Garden to the front with panoramic views.

Guide Price: £325,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01969 622800 robinjessop.co.uk

64 THE SPRINGS, MIDDLEHAM, LEYBURN

11 KIRKBRIDES WAY, HAWES

A spacious & well presented 3 bedroom detached bungalow. Front & rear gardens. Garage & parking.

Guide Price OIEO £255,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01969 622800 robinjessop.co.uk

Deceptively spacious 3 bedroom semi-detached house.

Accommodation over three floors. Gardens to front & rear.

Guide Price: £350,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01969 622800 robinjessop.co.uk

BROADACRES, SCRUTON

LAUREL TREE BARN, PRESTON UNDER SCAR

Spacious detached 2 bedroom bungalow. Gardens totalling 0.35 Acres adjacent to open countryside. Garage & workshop.

Guide Price: £275,000 - £300,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01677 425950 robinjessop.co.uk

A nicely positioned 2 bedroom detached barn conversion.

Garden and parking. Stunning views across Wensleydale.

Guide Price: £295,000 Robin Jessop Ltd. 01969 622800 robinjessop.co.uk

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HEATHERCOTE, ROMALDKIRK, BARNARD CASTLE

A stunning & substantial 6 bedroom barn conversion.

Double garage, gardens & panoramic views.

Guide Price: OIEO £1.15m

A well presented 4/5 bedroom farmhouse, substantial barn, stabling & outbuildings & 9.5 Acres.

Guide Price: £825,000

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LAYTON MEADOWS, EAST LAYTON, RICHMOND

THE EAST HOUSE, GREAT SMEATON, NORTHALLERTON

LOW WALWORTH HALL, WALWORTH, DARLINGTON

A Grade II listed house requiring some updating, annexe, gardens & village green Guide Price: £600,000 - £650,000

A substantial Grade II listed house and in need of refurbishment. Walled gardens & 11.5 acres Guide Price: £575,000 - £675,000

THE STABLES, SKUTTERSKELFE, YARM

LENNY GARTH, WEST BURTON, LEYBURN

A Grade II listed spacious 4 bedroom family house with idyllic walled gardens. Accessible location.

Guide Price: OIEO £400,000

Spacious detached 3 bedroom house, landscaped gardens & garage. 2.65 acres approx. Renowned village location.

Guide Price: OIEO £575,000

Bedale 01677 425950

robinjessop.co.uk

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THOUSANDS OF LAST MINUTE HOLIDAY DEALS ARRIVING DAILY!

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We are hot tub specialists and only supply the finest hot tubs on the market with unique features. With over 30 years’ experience, we pride ourselves on providing the correct hot tub for you and your family.

Please visit our showroom or call us for further information.

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A.D. CALVERT

ARCHITECTURAL STONE SUPPLIES LIMITED Established in 1993 and based in the heart of Wensleydale.

We quarry, manufacture and supply award-winning Witton Fell sandstone and comprise a large natural stone processing plant specialising in all natural stone manufactured products from commercial new builds to kitchen worktops and landscaping.

ROBOTIC CARVING • DIGITAL DESIGN • BESPOKE ORNAMENTAL FEATURES • LASER ETCHING MOULDED WORK • NEW BUILDS • FIREPLACES • FLOORING • LANDSCAPING • RESTORATION WORKTOPS • VOLUMIX CONCRETE • WALLING GRANITE • MARBLE • LIMESTONE • SLATE

The Stoneyard • Wensley Road • Leyburn • North Yorkshire • DL8 5ED t: 01969 622296 e: stone@calverts.co.uk w: www.calverts.co.uk

NORMAN F. BROWN CHARTERED SURVEYORS • ESTATE AGENTS • LETTINGS Selling and letting property since 1967

Spacious 2 double bedrooms. Rear garden. Character features. Grade II Listed. Attractive street.

Handy for market place.

4 double bedrooms. Choice of quality kitchen and bathroom fittings. Spacious contemporary accommodation. Exclusive cul-de-sac setting in a desirable village.

3 Stags Close, Scorton

4 Stags Close, Scorton

£185,000

£416,950

£565,000

71 Frenchgate, Richmond

Richmond Office

14 Queens Rd, Richmond

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Richmond Office

6 Bridge Street, Bedale

01677 422282

Good sized garden. 4 double bedrooms.

Choice of quality kitchen and bathroom fittings. Spacious contemporary accommodation. Exclusive cul-de-sac setting.

25 Market Place, Leyburn

01969 622194

Richmond Office

Your Legal Companion ESTATE PLANNING • Wills and probate • Estate administration • Powers of attorney • Care home fees • Tax planning • Estate disputes PROPERTY & RURAL LAW • Property sales & purchases • Landlord and tenants matters • Agricultural land • Leases and tenancies • Rights of way • Sporting rights & purchases • Wind farms FAMILY • Adoption • Separation & divorce • Contact with children or grandchildren • Civil partnership dissolution

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21 Galgate, Barnard Castle Co. Durham DL12 8EQ DX 61665 Barnard Castle

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7 Railway Street Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 5EH

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NORMAN F. BROWN CHARTERED SURVEYORS • ESTATE AGENTS • LETTINGS Selling and letting property since 1967

2 Luttrell House, Richmond Deceptively spacious. Single storey 2 bedroom cottage. Desirable garden village conservation area. Garage and parking. Garden. No forward chain.

£189,950

Richmond Office

Well presented character 3 bedroom cottage. Recently upgraded. Pleasant garden. Easily accessible Lower Wensleydale village.

Spacious modern accommodation with character including building plot (subject to detailed planning). Large private garden. Ample parking. Double garage.

Total site 1⁄3 acre.

£275,000

£649,000

14 Queens Rd, Richmond

01748 822473

Mulberry House, Scorton

Arkas Cottage, Constable Burton

6 Bridge Street, Bedale

01677 422282

Leyburn Office

25 Market Place, Leyburn

01969 622194

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Richmond Office

John Blenkiron & Sons Funeral Directors

Founded by John Blenkiron in 1967 and now managed by his twin sons James and John, we serve the communities of North Yorkshire and County Durham from our offices in Richmond and Barnard Castle. The brothers are supported by a team of ten loyal and dedicated staff including their sister Sarah and their niece Rebecca.

We are passionate about providing the highest levels of care to families and service to our community, maintaining the reputation we have helped to build up over more than 50 years.

Call us for immediate support, advice or to arrange a home visit.

We are here to help 24 hours a day.

Prepaid funeral plans also available.

Richmond

Barnard Castle

Catterick

01748 850 033

01833 695 444

01748 529 168

Leyburn

Northallerton

01969 625 048

01609 780 004

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Kirkwood Care Home We endeavour to run a caring business. The Home enjoys a good reputation within the local community.

We pride ourselves in creating a homely, home from home in a welcoming atmosphere. The Residents can feel secure in the knowledge that they can savour fabulous menu’s created from locally sourced produce, and can enjoy daily activities.

Kirkwood delivers 5 star luxury, a welcoming atmosphere, a Home for life.

Call Kirkwood’s Manager to arrange a visit at a time to suit you on 01943 600653 or email kirkwood@thefranklyngroup.com Kirkwood, 35 Moorfield Road, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley, LS29 8BL

Other homes included in the Group:

The Gatehouse, 9 Manor Road, Harrogate, HG2 0HP

01423 535700

Stobars Hall, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4HD 01768 371291 Hillcrest, Byng Road, Catterick Garrison, DL9 4DW 01748 834444

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Mainsgill Farm Shop, Richmond Tennants of Leyburn Wensleydale Creamery, Hawes Barkers, Northallerton The Bruce Arms, West Tanfield

JOHN LORD

01748 811452 • 07961 460020 john@steamcleanseal.co.uk

Hillcrest

Care Home

As the Manager I can say with pride that our staff work tirelessly to provide the complex care that our residents require, with true compassion.

Hillcrest always has a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

It enjoys an enviable reputation within the community and is highly recognized as the best and most effective elderly home for people who have Dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Why not call in to see me and view for yourself the level of care being offered to all our Residents.

Call Hillcrest’s Manager to arrange a visit at a time to suit you on 01748 834444 or email hillcrest@sirtin.com Hillcrest, Byng Road, Catterick Garrison, DL9 4DW

Other homes included in the Group: Stobars Hall, Kirby Stephen, CA17 4HD 01768 371291 The Gatehouse, 9 Manor Road, Harrogate, HG2 0HP 01423 535700 Kirkwood, 35 Moorfield Road, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley, LS29 8BL 01943 600653 Dales Life | SUMMER 2019 | 127

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Full programme including: •Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese & Butter making • Live Cookery Demonstrations • Cheese Pairing & Tasting See website for details

Delicious home-made food Locally sourced • Cheese-inspired menus

Calvert’s Restaurant Light bites, main meals and daily specials.

Speciality coffees, Yorkshire teas, cakes, daily savoury specials and freshly made sandwiches.

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TO DINE FOR

GREAT PLACES TO EAT AND STAY IN THE BEAUTIFUL YORKSHIRE DALES SIMONSTONE HALL, HAWES

THE SANDPIPER INN, LEYBURN

Simonstone Hall’s restaurant, bar and exclusive private dining rooms are open year-round, offering award-winning cuisine designed to showcase the very best home-grown, locally sourced and seasonal produce. Inside or alfresco, enjoy great food and hospitality against a breathtaking Dales backdrop. simonstonehall.com 01969 667255

Sample award-winning chef Jonathan Harrison’s unique take on modern British cooking in The Sandpiper’s 40-seater restaurant or the cosy traditional bar serving local ales, fine wines and an extensive range of whiskies. There are two tasteful boutique-style en suite doubles for overnight guests. sandpiperinn.co.uk 01969 622206

THE BLACK SHEEP, MASHAM

SWINTON PARK, MASHAM

Tour the brewery, dine in the Bistro, and taste The Black Sheep’s award-winning beers at the ‘Baa...r’.

You can also buy lots of goodies from the wellstocked Sheepy Shop. A ‘ewe-nique’ venue for corporate entertaining, product launches, parties and weddings! blacksheepbrewery.com 01765 680101

With four red stars, Swinton Park is one of the most highly rated hotels in Yorkshire.

Award-winning cuisine is served in the sumptuously furnished dining room, using seasonal produce from the hotel’s four-acre walled garden and surrounding estate. swintonestate.com 01765 680900

YOREBRIDGE HOUSE, BAINBRIDGE

THE QUEENS HEAD, FINGHALL

Yorebridge’s three-AA-rosette à la carte menus offer delicious dishes using seasonal produce from our fantastic local suppliers and served by knowledgeable, friendly staff every evening 6.45pm–9pm. Our increasingly popular, extremely good value Sunday lunch is served 12.30pm–2pm. yorebridgehouse.co.uk 01969 652060

A superb four-star country inn with comfortable, modern accommodation, set in picturesque surroundings in a quiet village near Leyburn. The Queen’s Head restaurant and bar menus offer an extensive range of homemade cuisine, sourced from local ingredients and prepared to the highest of standards. queensfinghall.co.uk 01677 450259 Dales Life | SUMMER 2019 | 129

THE 1783 AT THE BURGOYNE, REETH

THE SADDLE ROOM RESTAURANT & WINE CELLAR, COVERDALE

Our 1783 restaurant menu is crafted from the seasonal Yorkshire Dales larder. Dishes are prepared by classically trained chefs to ensure the traditions of Yorkshire fine dining, delivering bold flavours and seasonal ingredients. We celebrate simplicity with elegance, and ensure our food and service represents the Dales at its very best.

1783restaurant.co.uk 01748 884292

Next door to The Forbidden Corner, The Saddle Room features several differently styled dining areas offering sumptuous locally sourced food, cooked to perfection. There’s a fabulous wine cellar where you can browse over 100 wines, and stylish cottages and B&B rooms for overnight stays. thesaddleroom.co.uk 01969 640596

VENNELL’S RESTAURANT MASHAM

THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS, CRACOE

Now in their 15th year, Vennell’s philosophy is unchanged. Local, seasonal, sympathetically cooked produce. Consistency has been key for this multi-award-winning restaurant. Jon Vennell has been at the helm in the kitchen and wife Laura front of house for the entire time. vennellsrestaurant.co.uk 01765 689000

A welcoming family-run 16th century inn in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park between Skipton and Grassington. The restaurant features a creative, constantly changing seasonal menu focused on locally sourced Yorkshire produce, with more informal dining available in the Devonshire’s cosy bar. devonshirearmsinncracoe.co.uk 01756 699191

THE WHITE BEAR, MASHAM

THE BLACK SWAN, FEARBY

The White Bear’s talented chefs use locally sourced ingredients to create delicious seasonal dishes, and there’s an extensive wine list to complement the menu. You can enjoy your meal in the charming dining room or the traditional bar, with open fires creating a cosy atmosphere throughout. thewhitebearhotel.co.uk 01765 689319

The Black Swan at Fearby, near Masham, is a 17th century inn offering a warm welcome, local beers and four-star rooms with fine views of the local moors. The menu and ever-changing specials board feature top quality homemade food based around fresh, seasonal local ingredients. blackswan-masham.co.uk 01765 689477

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