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DALES DIARY SUMMER 2023
by Dales Life
Thorp Perrow Arboretum
Bedale, DL8 2PS 01677 425323 thorpperrow.com
Evening tour with Sir Henry and Faith Douglas, our Curator
22 June, 6pm–9pm
Learn about the history of the family, the house, the estate, the planting of the Arboretum and conservation today in this guided after-hours talk. After the tour, you’ll head back for canapés, drinks, a chat and a chance to walk around the garden. £65 including canapés.
Bird of Prey Photography Workshop
20 July, 10am–4pm
Join our in-house avian experts and volunteer photography guides for your Bird of Prey photography workshop. You’ll meet the birds then take your photography skills to new heights as you explore the best ways to showcase their spirit and beauty with your camera.
£65 including lunch.
National Festival Circus
16 August–20 August
Enjoy a fabulous, fun filled family show in a traditional Big Top tent with the famous National Festival Circus. With clowns, contortionists, jugglers and tumbling acrobats, there’s entertainment for all the family.
£9 per ticket, 3 shows per day.
(Arboretum admission is not included in the circus ticket.)
The Cheese Press
7 Victoria Road, Richmond, DL10 4DW 01748 829789 thecheesepressrichmond.co.uk
Bastille-themed Cheese Tasting
13 July, 7pm
Join us for a Bastille-themed evening of cheese and wine on Thursday
13 July at 7pm. During the event we will walk you through four cheeses with accompaniments and paired with two wines to complement each cheese. Additional wine and non-alcoholic alternatives are also available. Tickets £30 per person.
The Wensleydale
Agricultural Show
Wensleydale Showground, DL8 5JG
Saturday 26 August
The Wensleydale Agricultural Show is a great day out. A traditional Dales show located close to Leyburn in the heart of Wensleydale.
The show features an extensive range of competitive classes including showcasing the best of local livestock, horticulture and handicrafts. Local interest displays such as dry stone walling take place during the day. For shoppers there are many trade stands offering a variety of products and produce.
