Your Local Link Magazine April 2014

.co.uk Issue 126 April 2014

The stage is set Screen Yorkshire wants to make York a star!

100s of local business, jobs and events inside!

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April Fools Welcome to another jam-packed issue of your favourite magazine that costs you nothing but a quick bend down to pick it up from the doormat.

Good price that.

While you might be gearing up to gorge yourself on chocolate (both for Easter and also the York Chocolate Festival this month) we’ve been too busy creating one of our best mags ever. And, to be honest, we’re all a bit surprised we managed it at all.

rachel

GARY

As you know, last month our Accountant Helen fell off her scooter and broke her wrist. Since then we’ve been eagerly watching her progress, first as the cast was removed, then as she started to get some movement back in her hand. We can confirm with limitless joy that Helen can now lift a cup of tea! Who needs a newspaper when you’re getting news like that from us?

thing are always a bit tense, particularly around deadline) we’ve had an infestation of bugs. But before you do us a favour and call one of the vermin exterminators listed in the magazine, relax. These giant insects were actually Avril’s grandson and Mim’s daughter, both dressed as their favourite characters for World Book Day. It did lead to an unfortunate confrontation between the two sales reps as they clashed in ASDA’s costume section over a pair of fetching wings. We’d like to offer our sincerest apologies to ASDA.

Down in the Sales Office (where

But we’ve also been busily welcoming

jerry

dave

back a friendly face. Gary, one-time distribution legend, has returned to the Your Local Link bosom, taking up the reigns of the department responsible for posting this very mag through your letter box. Welcome back Gary, and welcome the rest of you to the April issue!

Advertising: Gini, Tracy, Sarah, Mim, Kelly, Avril, Cassie, Ellen & Craig Leaflets: Áine Design: Rachel, Dave, Krystal & Jerry Editorial: Nic, Howard & Donna Accounts: Helen & Claire Distribution: Dean, Gary & Simon

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This month you could find yourself eating for free at one of York’s finest public houses, seeing a dazzling musical theatre show and being learning all about two infamous kings at York’s latest attractions.

contents. cover story:

Two Kings, two new exciting attractions for York.

We’re looking forward to spending April in The Jorvik Group’s two newly updated museums, the Richard III Experience in Monk Bar and the Henry VII Experience in Micklegate Bar. It’ll be like the War of the Roses, but friendly and without any bloody battles.

features:

22-23. Interview. We talk to Screen Yorkshire’s Executive Producer Hugo Heppell about all their great film and TV projects being shot in York.

We take a look at one of York’s famous sons; photographer, volcano-chaser and first person in the city to own a telephone, Tempest Anderson.

16-17.

Join the Club

84-97. Events Diary.

18-19.

Time Travel

Keep up to date with what’s on.

20-21. Puzzles.

22-23. Behind the Scenes

81. Theatre, gigs and

24-25. Spotlight on

films.

26-27.

Finished reading the mag but want some more Link lovin’ in between issues? Fret not, dear readers.

Head to our home on the web:

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Krystal’s Gems

28.29. Local Sport Report.

30-33. Business Buzz.

34-35. Motors.

36-37.

Gadget Guide.

38-58.

Your home and garden.

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Your Pet.

60-79. Your family and you.

social media is complicated place.

Fortunately Krystal has a map and a few things to say about it.

80. Wedding wishlist

62. Howard. This month Howard points out just how lazy he is, as he fears having to clean the garden for the coming spring.

102-115. Trades & Services directory.

The latest local news: From us and the BBC – keep up to date with what’s going on in your community.

the web?

Shop Local

14-15. Horoscopes.

Reasons you should pay us a visit:

What’s on

Competitions.

10-11.

The crème de la crème of this month.

26. Krystal’s gems. The world of 24-25. Spotlight on…

8-9.

12-13.. The way I see it.

12-13. The way I see it. Donna laments the many decisions we have to make each day. Good choice of a topic that.

together some of the best local offers. Here is your chance to get some great products and services at cut-down prices.

Welcome.

82-83. Events hotlist.

columns:

10-11. Shop Local. We gather

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Useful stuff: Think the classified section of the magazine is big? You should see the local businesses directory on our website. Whichever type of tradesperson or supplier you need, our website has it all. Visit www.yourlocallink.co.uk

Visit www.yourlocallink.co.uk and press the YouTube button on the homepage to see what Howard made of the BeeWi Scara Bee WiFi camer Buggy.

98-101. Food & Drink.

116-117. Jobs, jobs, jobs…

118-119 Classified – at a glance.

Events: Running short on ways to entertain the kids, or looking for something for you and your friends to enjoy at the weekend? The events section on our website is even bigger than the one in the magazine, and there’s a massive range of workshops, talks, fayres, culture... well, there’s too much to list here. See for yourself – visit www.yourlocallink.co.uk/events

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Get in touch... Tel: 01904 767881 Email: info@yourlocallink.co.uk Write: Your Local Link, Oak Tree Farm, The Moor, Haxby, York YO32 2LH Social: facebook.com/locallinkyork • tweet us at @locallinkyork

81-97. Events & Days Out.

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Don't worry, this is a barring that you'll like. That is because the JORVIK group, the historical museum people responsible for the Viking Centre, DIG and Barley Hall, has recently taken over the reigns of the Richard III Museum in Monk Bar. A whole new interpretation of the monarch's life is now planned, as well as new displays pieces at Mickelgate Bar about Henry VII – all in time for Easter. Visit www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk

The King and You If you thought your garden had the best spring has to offer, think again. You should have been looking to the east, to Siam, where New Earswick Musical Society's next production is set.

The King and I tells the story of English teacher Anna and the problems she faces while in Siam, attempting to modernise the country and Musical teach the Siamese King's children English. The musical theatre extravaganza will take place at tickets! the Joseph Rowntree Theatre from 30th April-3rd May. Visit www.newearswickmusicalsociety.co.uk

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The great news is that we have four family tickets for the new museums up for grabs, two for each attraction. For a chance of winning, simply answer this question:

The great news is that we have two pairs of tickets to give away for any performance. All you have to do for a chance of winning is answer this simple question:

Which King will be remembered at Micklegate Bar? Send your answer (along with your name, address and daytime contact number) on a postcard marked ‘Jorvik Competition’ to the address on page six, or via email to competitions@yourlocallink.co.uk The

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The ups and downs of life as seen by our very own (very) grumpy, (almost) old woman

Go g,o

We recently got a new gadget. It’s called an Apple TV, and our future son-in-law talked us into getting it. Apparently it was supposed to improve our lives no end.

gadget

After two weeks in the house, we hadn’t noticed any significant changes.

The Apple TV didn’t switch on the dishwasher, take the bins out or sort the recycling, which are the things that would enhance our domestic harmony most. It didn’t replace the cracked bath panel, either.

its many uses. ‘You can watch loads of extra TV channels,’ he said.

I don’t particularly want to see a blurry selfie of my sister and me downing Mojitos in 37 inch HD.

As far as I could see, all it did was give us another remote control to lose down the back of the sofa (and this one was really tiny – I nearly mistook it for a licquorice allsort and ate it the other day).

We currently have about 4000 channels on our TV. Even allowing for the 3500 that are dedicated entirely to showing reruns of Friends and Last Of The Summer Wine, that’s still more TV than any normal human being can watch without their eyeballs melting.

Our future son-in-law tried to explain

The son-in-law tried again. ‘You can

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Yes, but why? We already have a facility for playing music. In our house we refer to it as the stereogram, which causes much hilarity in anyone under 40. And as for viewing my photos – that may be fine for people to show off their excellent images of sunsets, but I don’t particularly want to see a blurry selfie of my sister and me downing Mojitos in 37 inch HD. The son-in-law spent another half an hour explaining how useful and lifechanging the Apple TV was. Strangely, he didn’t mention stirring one’s tea with the remote, which was about the best use I’d found for it.

Finally, he gave up. ‘Well, I think it’s brilliant,’ he said. ‘I’ve been wanting one for ages.’

And now he’s got one. Which was probably what he’d planned all along.

The Apple TV is now relocated to London, where the future son-inlaw is probably at this very moment synching it to all his other gadgets so he can stream movies through the plughole while he’s in the shower, or something.

As for us, now we’ve sold our pointless gadget, we can buy a new bath panel. Result.

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synch it to your phone and your iPod,’ he said. ‘That means you can play your music through it and view your photos on your TV screen.’

Donna...

Hot

My winter wardrobe.

Is it spring yet? Yes, I know the bulbs are blooming and the clocks are about to go forward, but my wardrobe is still in the depths of winter. And you can bet as soon as I decide to brave it and pack away the jumpers and boots, we’ll be plunged into a freak April ice age. I’m going to play it safe until at least July. So if you see someone sweltering down Coney Street in a parka, that’ll be me.

Not

Pointless loops on clothes.

Does anyone know what those long loops of ribbon you find inside the shoulders of jumpers and tops are for, exactly? They’re always snaking their way out of my neckline at unfortunate moments.

If I cut them out, I worry I’m accidentally going to cause the sleeves to fall off, or the whole garment to unravel. If someone could enlighten me as to their purpose, I might be more inclined to put up with them.

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Horoscopes April 2014

Starsign of the month...

Aries

(21st March - 19th April)

here are a few famous faces you share your sign with

by James Christie n For details of private readings phone 07884 107100 or 01423 339770 Email: jcp@magepublishing.co.uk

April gets off to a flying start with special celebrations and exciting travel aspects that tie in with some long standing ambitions. Romantic relationships seem to be secure and harmonious (especially well established unions) but for them to remain so, it’s important not to drag up old negative problems from the past. Also, if you are tempted to break a promise, even a very small promise, you’re strongly advised not to do so.

This could be seen as something much more significant by a lover/partner or other third party. On the work scene this would not be a good month to go in search of promotion or any kind of extra career responsibility. Instead take your time and build securely on existing foundations, consolidating rather than expanding. If colleagues and workmates think they know better, let them get on with it, and as sure as night follows day, someone will come a cropper. You won’t have to say “I told you so” to make your point and there is some dignity in silence. Towards the end of the month, say from the 23rd onwards, some compromises and sacrifices you have made in the past now start bearing fruit and bringing some rewards, which just goes to show that patience, even if it has been forced upon, is a virtue.

L to R: Lady Gaga, Robert Downet Jr, Jackie Chan, Jessie J

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TAURUS

GEMINI

CANCER

LEO (23rd July - 23rd August)

(20th April - 20th May)

(21st May - 20th June)

(21st June - 22nd July)

April is always a restless month in the House of Taurus and this year is no exception, even though an itch will be scratched by some travel opportunities that tie in nicely with business aspects or career ambitions. Perhaps an opportune month for romance, but also a very dangerous one if you bite off more than you can chew.

Excellent money month with specific advantages falling in your favour on the 6th and the 17th.

Doors which have been closed now start creaking open and there is a process of change in place which really works well. Overseas links are strong and family relationships are enhanced. Pregnancies, births and christenings!

Some emotional disappointment during the first week is counterbalanced by some financial gains between the 7th and the 14th. The 15th through to the 22nd is important for communications on all levels and the receipt of privileged (secret?) information.

Family affairs dominate the last week of the month.

If someone is promising you fabulous things, take their words with a pinch of salt and measure them by their actions. It’s a good month for all property aspects, especially if you’re selling for profit. You need to be critical in your judgement around the 22nd and don’t put any money on the table until someone meets you half way.

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(24th August - 22nd September) No quick decisions and no knee jerk reactions if things do not immediately fall into place. Travel aspects are quite strong between the 15th and 21st and there is a need to consolidate your strengths during the last week when other people will be looking to you to take the lead.

LIBRA (23rd September- 22nd October) An emotionally rewarding month on two different levels. You’ll be feeling very satisfied with the conduct of a romantic relationship (especially a relatively new one) and you will also find yourself in a strong position to help other people sort out some of their emotional problems and dramas.

scorpio (23rd October - 21st November) You’ll go against some of the advice you are being given at this time and will be behaving very impulsively. I say “bravo” because this is precisely the energy that needs to be released to get you to where you want to be. There are some very strong money vibes during the last two weeks!

sagittarius (22nd November - 21st December) You need to let things go and find new targets and ambitions; looking backwards when you should

be looking forwards is not very productive. Thoughtful decisions will be made carefully between the 1st and the 11th and then changed and modified between the 13th and 17th. Don’t be afraid to change!

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VIRGO

Capricorn (22nd December - 19th January) If you’re not sure where to go or what to do, follow the leadership or advice provided by a lover/ partner or very close friend. Young Capricorn ladies can look forward to new relationships with mature males who know what they want… and more importantly, who also know what their ladies want!

aquarius (20th January - 18th February) A dangerous time for Aquarians who are looking for romance and who will pay any price to find it… alas, they might find that the price is a little too high! Do not keep all your eggs in the same basket. If in doubt, concentrate on careers and business aspects, where success is more likely.

PIscES (19th February - 20th March) If you are looking for change, then you’re going to find it. If, however, you find yourself resisting change, this might be an up-hill month filled with challenges and obstructions. Sooner or later you’ll wake up to the idea that a few changes could be very much to your advantage.

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e waves, then perhaps the York Sea If you are a young person looking to mak nteers and based in Skeldergate, the Sea Cadets are for you. Run by trained volu ns, of boating, engineering, communicatio Cadets will school you in the useful arts the and toward qualifications like a BTEC catering and first aid - which can all go groups, the Junior section for sailors two are e Duke of Edinburgh Award. Ther in 12-18s. Furthermore, if ye be a bit long aged ten-12, and the Senior section for 20 of age the ing for adult volunteers over the tooth, the Sea Cadets are also look ses. to muck in and help run the cour il yorkseacadets@gmail.com or call n If you fancy your timbers shivered, ema 658505.

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One of the joys of being in business is joining in with the local community – and g now there's no need to give up networkin p, grou BUS PRO The . when you retire an international association for retired professionals and business persons, have a York branch that's based in Haxby.

Meeting at 10am for a 10.30am start on Haxby Methodist Church the first Tuesday of every month at the free on a wide range of subjects (as well as Hall, the sessions feature presentations lunches per year and occasional nearby brews and biscuits!). There are also two , with an illustrated talk entitled 'The men visits. The next meeting is on 1st April on 760467. who made Florida'. n Call Peter Stanhope

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Lan rth No Church Hall, of every month at St. Mary's . members always welcome or call 01845 522415. n Visit www.thewi.org.uk

take to the stage

We’re firmly of the belief that if you’ve got talent, you should let it shine. If you’re a natural performer and you want to show off your skills, get in touch with the folks at Jorvik Gilbert and Sullivan Company. The group is searching for new members to take part in the fully-staged productio n of Iolanthe, which will take place in September at Joseph Rowntree Theatre.

Rehearsals start on 31st March, with audit ions for lead roles taking place in April. n Email info@jorvik gsc.org.uk

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morris major Time certainly flies when you're waving hankies about. Incredibly, it’s been 40 years since Ebor Morris, York's premier and internationally admired Morris Dancing troupe, first performed way back in 1974. To mark that occasion, and to garner the interest of the next generation of Morris maniacs, Ebor Morris will be returning to where it all started for a fun night of dancing on 1st May at the Lord Collingwood pub in Upper Poppleton.

If you enjoy that, then on 4th May the gang will be dancing around the city walls as part of their annual Walls Tour. n To find out about Morris Dancing, visit www.ebormorris.org.uk

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Who doesn't love getting lost in a book? Letting your imagination be ushered through the pages of a novel is one of the best ways to relax and unwind. But some adults may find that enjoyable task quite difficult.

That is why Reading for Fun was set-up. A group of volunteer adults with learning difficulties meet once a week to read, chat and socialise together.

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Time Travel

Join us as we journey back in time. No pushing.

Truly one of York's hidden gems, the Cemetery (the one, appropriately, on Cemetery Road) has been the final resting place for many York people since it opened in 1837. However, due to a closure that lasted nearly 20 years and led to the site becoming overgrown and run down, the cemetery is often overlooked. Thankfully these days the site is once again a working cemetery, an event venue and a treasure trove of historical titbits.

York Cemetery

Factoids • The Cemetery was opened in 1837 following the closure of the city-centre church graveyards.

• The neo-classical chapel is a Grade II* listed building and was designed by the same man that created the Assembly Rooms, James Pigott Pritchett (who was buried in the cemetery).

• Railway tycoon George Leeman (of, among other things, Leeman Road-fame) is buried here, as are several members of the chocolate dynasty Terry family.

This month: york cemetery First in

Focal point

There might have been 123,000 people buried at York Cemetery... but who was first? After a bit of searching it is possible to find the grave of Charlotte Hall, daughter of Thomas Fishburn Hall, who died in 1837 aged 25. As the inscription on her headstone says, she was "the first transplanted into this garden of death." Charlotte was buried by what was then the very edge of the new cemetery, which seems like an odd choice considering her family had the pick of the entire site. However in 1837 there would have been no trees and no surrounding buildings, meaning the grave plot would have had a clear view over the city and the Minster. She was joined in the same grave by her mother in 1847 and by her father in 1860.

At the centre of the cemetery, standing at a point from which many of the paths and grassy walks radiate, is the chapel. Modelled after the temple of Erectheus in Athens, James Pigott Pritchett designed it to be the most desirable place in the cemetery for the richest of York’s Victorian citizens to inter their loved ones. However, it was so expensive to be buried in the catacombs below the chapel that only 17 people were ever laid to rest down there.

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• The cemetery was closed in 1966 and everything of value was striped and sold. The buildings and monuments become overgrown and were perpetually targeted by vandals.

• In 1984 the roof of the chapel collapsed, prompting the formation of The York Cemetery Trust. The Trust took over the site in 1987 and restoration work began.

• People are once again being buried at the cemetery which, according to the detailed records kept on site, now contains more than 123,000 burials.

Discover your roots

Although the majority of the cemetery is crammed with headstones and monuments of all shapes and sizes, you might be forgiven for thinking there are wide open areas yet to see burials. However these open areas, such as the one in the photo, are referred to as 'public graves', meaning there are often dozens of people buried there. As burial was often very expensive, the poorest people would not have been able to afford private plots. Therefore the Cemetery Company would open a large grave and charge a small fee to place deceased in them.

Although the largest public grave could accommodate up to 50 bodies, they were quickly filled after just two weeks - such was the level of illness and disease during the Victorian era.

The cemetery records have kept details of everyone who has ever been buried there, stretching back to 1837. The Friends of York Cemetery offer a one-on-one service whereby, with their help, you can search the database of names and burials to discover your ancestors and also find their graves. You can pop in to see them at the cemetery every Friday, or visit www.yorkcemetery.org.uk/ genealogy

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Upcoming events at York Cemetery 27th April MONUMENTS & MASONS, 2pm.

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11th May THE HISORY OF YORK CEMETERY, 2pm.

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While the forthcoming feature film Bill is being filmed in York Minster, we chat to Executive Producer and Head of Investments of Screen Yorkshire, Hugo Heppell.

“York is an extraordinary place,” says Hugo. “It is one of the most visited places in the country – and the most beautiful city – but doesn't show up in film or TV all that much. I'm trying to change that.”

One might say that Hugo, who decides what film and TV production company Screen Yorkshire spends its hard earned money on, is biased.

“I'm from York originally. In fact I was born in Fulford Maternity Hospital...

which I now think is the designer outlet. Although Screen Yorkshire head office is based in Leeds, I'm always interested in projects that take place in York.”

Paying the Bill Currently in production is one such project. Bill tells the story of William Shakespeare in a way that you might not have ever heard. The comedy, which is being filmed all over York

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Screen Yorkshire is also currently working on the screen adaptation of the acclaimed novel Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell. “That's a very exciting project,” says Hugo, “and as production times are much quicker for TV, it will be aired this year in the Autumn. It'll be nice to see it as it will be filmed almost entirely in and around York.”

York's leading role With a Yorkie at the helm of Screen Yorkshire, can we expect a lot more films and TV programmes being filmed here? Hugo hopes so: “It's surprising that cities like Manchester are a lot more famous – or rather appear more in films – than the likes of York. When all of us here at Screen Yorkshire are going about our business, promoting the county to

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and North Yorkshire, stars the BAFTA winning cast of the BBC's Horrible Histories. “Currently we have a release date set for Bill for this time next year,” Hugo explains. “Although filming has almost finished it can still take a great deal of time to get the film to the audiences, what with postproduction time and also the festivals at which it will be first be screened.

It's all about building up a head of steam to get people aware of and talking about the project. Fortunately TV is much quicker.”

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film makers and investing money in promising local productions... again and again York is considered to be our jewel in the crown, our most valuable asset. So much can be filmed there.

It strikes me every time I visit the city and get off of the train to see the walls and the Minster in the background. I get a really special and inspiring feeling from it.”

So what's next? “Lots of exciting things are in the pipeline – some of which will focus on York as a backdrop.

However, as the case often is with these things, I'm sworn to secrecy.” n Find out more about Screen Yorkshire productions at www.screenyorkshire.co.uk

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This month we look at one of York’s great unsung Victorian heroes; photographer, volcanochaser and adventurer Tempest Anderson. Unfortunately he was unavailable for an interview.

Who? Name: Tempest Anderson 6, Born: 7th December 184 York Red Sea Died: 26th August 1913, ly Known for: Taking ear the g photos of York, travellin and world, climbing mountains studying volcanoes.

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Lifelong adventure Surely the winner of the coolest first name in history contest, Tempest Anderson was born in Stonegate in 1846. His interesting name actually comes from the Tempest family who were very important in West Yorkshire at the time and who were friends of his father, a noted local doctor.

Tempest attended St. Peter's School, but unlike the school's other famous pupil, he decided not to pursue a career in gunpowder plotting, instead opting to go to University College in London and learning all about the human eye.

He returned to York soon after graduating and began working for his father's medical practice and also at York County Hospital - today the big apartment building by Sainsbury's.

Tempest was also the first person in the city to own a telephone, which means he could have answered it legitimately with: “Hello, this is York.”

Geology rocks But it was his love of the natural world that made Tempest famous.

He began taking adventurous excursions to exotic and remote

From 1883 onwards all of Tempest’s adventures involved visiting and studying volcanoes. It was said that he kept two bags permanently packed in his bedroom (one with warm weather clothes, the other with cold weather clothes) so he could dash off at a moment’s notice when there was news of an eruption. He climbed Mounts Vesuvius, Etna and Stromboli in Italy before trekking up dangerous peaks on Iceland, in Mexico and also in the West Indies. It was on the island of Martinique in the summer of 1902 that Tempest witnessed the dramatic and devastating effects of the massive eruption of Mont Pelée.

Explosive shots Tempest took some incredible photographs of the eruption of Mont Pelée and he soon became known as one of the leading amateur photographers of York. He even invented and built a special revolving lens for his cameras, something that Kodak couldn't produce themselves for many years. A great deal of the old photographs that document York during 19th and early 20th centuries were taken by Tempest and he soon become a leading figure within

the city – especially at his beloved Yorkshire Philosophical Society, of which he was President at the time of his death.

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places; walking tours of the Alps, meeting the Native American tribes of the USA and even travelling as far as Hawaii. During these trips his interest in geology grew, especially where volcanoes were concerned.

His last trip abroad was in 1913 when Tempest journeyed to Indonesia to photograph the eruption of volcano Krakatoa on Java. He became very sick of heat apoplexy and a fever on his voyage home and unfortunately never made it back to York. Tempest died on board the ship and was buried at Suez in Egypt.

Tempest Anderson Facts President of the Yorkshire Philosophical Society Sheriff of York 1894 First person in York to own a telephone Lived and worked No. 22 Stonegate Travelled right around the globe photographing volcanoes Donated money for the creation of the Tempest Anderson Hall at the Yorkshire Museum The legend lives on To find out more about Tempest Anderson, visit the Yorkshire Museum's ongoing exhibition 'Tempest Anderson: Volcano Chaser'.

Visit www.yorkshiremuseum.org.uk

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openunifreshers So last month I began a degree in English Literature with the Open University and it was my Fresher’s week! I bet you can imagine it now, meeting new friends, going out and getting drunk, playing ridiculous games and living off pot noodles.

Well, it turned out a little differently than expected. Open Uni is

something you do at home on your own. So far, I have mastered the art of making banana pancakes, had two afternoon naps, walked the dogs and created a whole clan of imaginary friends who are just absolutely crazy.

I’ve had to tell Alex on seven different occasions now to stop downing those shots on my sofa whilst I’m

Dedicated to your Business months ago, BDU manager Kerry Jepson has concentrated on making sure businesses have a hassle-free experience throughout the lifespan of an apprenticeship.

process with you. And once your apprentice is in place, York College will maintain that support to ensure both the business and the student see the benefits.

“We can help a business right from the moment they start thinking about taking on an apprentice through to seeing that person qualify,” says Kerry.

She says: “A team of highly qualified assessors will work with you and your apprentice to ensure you both have great quality training and support. We’ll undertake regular reviews to ensure your apprentice is on track and you the employer are fully informed.”

“We have business development advisers who will work with you to establish exactly what your business’s needs are, and take the headache out of things like funding, which can be a bit puzzling at first.”

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Kerry’s team will make sure the entire process of taking on an apprentice goes smoothly, including supporting you in developing job descriptions, job adverts, choosing advertising publications, and they can even support the recruitment

n To find out how York College’s BDU can support your apprenticeship needs, or any other training needs you might have, contact the team on 01904 770368/445 or email employers@yorkcollege.ac.uk / apprenticeships@yorkcollege.ac.uk

studying. Jen with the curly red hair is an absolute scream, makes cheese toasties to die for and she also has a pet iguana called Pete. Pretty cool, right?

Amongst all the crazy partying and friends that are constantly mulling around my empty house, I have actually managed to get a bit of

the country helping us to get back on the healthy eating bandwagon. Say no to large chocolate eggs and say yes to the poached variety on whole meal toast with no butter and a large side salad.

work done. I’m currently studying Cleopatra and let me tell you, my heart bleeds for the woman. From a personal point of view the poor girl’s getting judged for her appearance and made out to be a bit of a tart.

Like they say, the people who win the battles get to write the history, and I’ve had enough of those bloody Romans making poor Cleeclee out to be a psychopathic huntress. Maybe she was a lovely lady whose wit and charm intimated fully grown men… just throwing it out there.

With temptation round every corner sometimes will power alone isn’t enough to cut it, once everyone’s done with demolishing the Easter eggs for breakfast, it’s then time to face the large Easter Sunday dinner with all the trimmings. Try saying no to a Yorkshire pudding, still high off the sugar in the chocolate you consumed for breakfast – impossible! At the end of it all we’ll go home and get a bit peckish around 7pm but luckily there’s some sausage rolls on the side, oh and a bottle of wine in the fridge too. Come Monday morning it’s all just a distant memory with the reminder of what we’ve done appearing in the form of numbers on those dreaded scales. So anyway, have a lovely April; if you want me I’ll be hibernating under a bed of salad until May comes.

Easter is upon us, and the onslaught of chocolate Easter eggs and pancakes have been coming from all directions.

Now I’m currently a member of a diet club, trying to lose the weight I put on over Christmas (the last three Christmasses to be precise). And I’d like to know whose idea it was to celebrate Easter with chocolate, because this guy/gal has got some answering to do.

Pretty inconsiderate of them to not think about us poor dieters who face the daily challenges of fast food, high sugar drinks and chocolate already out there without a whole day being dedicated to it. I want answers and please can I get an Easter rehabilitation programme across

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How would you spend it?

I thought April Fools had come early when someone recently told me that he thought England could win the World Cup. Then again, he also said he thought First York buses had competitive prices.

I don’t know what has swayed a few optimistic opinions regarding the England team finally breaking the hoodoo going back to 1966 – which, let’s face it, had we not been at home, or we'd had goal-line technology, we wouldn’t have won anyway.

I also don’t buy into the theory that the England team will be a happier camp with players like Wayne Rooney getting a bumper new contract.

Surely money is of little significance to someone who earns a reported £300,000 per week. I don’t even know what I would do with a contract that size. I would probably get Sky 3D so I could watch Man United’s demise in better quality, and pick up Rooney’s wig. Not sure the ornaments would be secure given Danny Welbeck’s shooting.

I certainly can’t get carried away with a 1-0 friendly win over Denmark, which was the ideal opportunity to try out some fringe players for Roy Hodgson; yet, youngsters Ashley Cole and Steven Gerrard still pulled on the three lions shirt.

Then again, it was probably good for Ashley Cole to have a break from doing bench work. On the plus side, I don’t know why everyone is worrying about the group stage. Italy have to rely on the unreliable Mario Balotelli, and Uruguay only drew their second leg qualifying play-off against Jordan 0-0 – and she has let herself go since she and Peter Andre went their separate ways.

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History repeating Loyal York City supporters will be interested to hear of a specially organised friendly between York City Past Players and York FA Old Boys. The game is in aid of the Good Night’s Sleep appeal for Martin House Children’s Hospice. The game is taking place at Huntington Sports Club (home of Huntington Rovers) on 6th April with an 11am kick-off. Familiar faces like Marco Gabbiadini, Tony Canham, Andy McMillan, Jon McCarthy and Gary Ford will all be lining up for the York City past players, and with only a £3 entry fee (free for kids), plus a raffle and music, it promises to be a great event.

Dreams of League One Who knows, by the time the World Cup comes around, York City could be in a different division.

Don’t get me wrong, after the 2-0 defeat at Bury on 28th December that looked inevitable, but credit to Nigel Worthington who has done a sterling job getting the Minster Men much more solid at the back and able to find different ways to win. Catch City’s promotion quest with home games against Accrington Stanley (“who are they?”) on 12th April, Bury on 18th April and the last home fixture of the season against Newport County on 26th April.

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In the ring While the whole of the UK awaits the massive grudge match between Carl Froch and George Groves, local professionals Harry Matthews and Graham Fearn represented the city in a recent small hall show at Doncaster Dome. Fearn came up against the slick, counter punching southpaw Robbie Barrett. In an evenly-matched contest, there was little to choose between the two fighters. Fearn's experience allowed him to not take any punishment, looking at the end like he had been for a jog rather than a fight, but the referee’s scorecard of 40-36 was uncomfortable reading for Fearn who felt like he had at least shared some of the rounds.

As for ‘Pocklington Rocket’ Harry Matthews, his career has apparently somewhat stalled after a bright start that led to nine straight wins.

However, the bigger picture shows injuries and changes in management, and being matched with some real

quality operators (such as Chris Eubank Jr) probably doesn’t do justice for his talents. Against home favourite Luke Crawford, a natural Super-Middle Weight, continued to land impressive shots, from all angles including a couple of stunning uppercuts, though Crawford, roared on by the sell-out crowd, kept landing big shots of his own. The final bell rang at the end of the sixth as Matthews rose his hands aloft in claim of victory, but the referee edged Crawford the winner by only one point (58-57). Now Harry Matthews has a losing record of 12-13-2, but the performance was hailed by trainer and manager Glenn Banks and he will be looking for Matthews to rise again.

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York Apprenticeships (@yorkapprentice). A free service for businesses and future apprentices, providing info on Apprenticeships in York.

York Open Studios (@YorkOpenStudios).

Keep up to date with all the artists and exhibitions taking place this month.

Rebecca Gardner (@becsgardner). Say hello to our new Interiors columnist.

Get her latest tips and hints on all things gorgeous for your home.

Malton Food Festival (@ maltonfoodfest). Get the latest from the foodlover’s dream festival, coming to Malton next month.

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Ever considered an apprenticeship? Or perhaps your business could benefit from an apprentice? Recently, City of York Council launched the new York Apprenticeship Challenge campaign, in partnership with the National Apprenticeship Service, which aims to promote the benefits of apprenticeships to both businesses and young people. Cllr James Alexander, Labour Leader of City of York Council, explains why. “There are a growing number of businesses that are keen to invest in local talent, and the apprenticeships on offer are a fantastic way for a young person to get their first step on the career ladder. ” n Potential apprentices should email york.apprenticeships@york.gov.uk or visit www.facebook.com/yorkapprenticeships. Businesses who would like to hire an apprentice should call Jo Burgess on 07943 593449.

Chamber of Commerce merger It was announced recently that the Bradford Chamber of Commerce will merge with the Leeds, York and North Yorkshire Chamber, creating the newly branded West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce. The previous head of the Bradford Chamber, Sandy Needham, will take the reins of the merged organisation which she hopes will, "have a greater impact for companies when dealing with government ministers and senior civil servants." The announcement also brought the news that the current leader of the Leeds and York chamber, Len Cruddus, will be retiring and making way for new chairman Andrew Lindsey. As a past interviewee of Your Local Link, we wish Len all the very best. n Find out more at www.yourchamber.org.uk

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The centre's eight week programmes begin from 21st April for people wishing to take Cambridge First Certificate, Advanced English and Proficiency English as well as the Cambridge Business English Higher Exam. n Visit www.york.ac.uk/celt

Cole industry After launching in 2007, and continuing to grow year by year, York-based Coles Solicitors are happy to announce both the opening of their new office in Guisborough and the appointment of manager Michelle Bennison. Michelle joins the expert legal team after cutting her teeth at Ian Cowie Solicitors. We wish her, and the new Guisborough branch, all the very best. n Visit www.coles-law.co.uk

Ask the Web Wizard PART 2

The internet can be a scary place so we put some commonly asked questions to our Website Designer Dave. This month we asked...

“Aren’twebsitesreally expensiveandcomplicated?”

Simply put, no. First let's look about the issue of cost. Usually a web designer will charge you for the amount of time it takes to build your site. Therefore, if you want an extremely complicated all-singing all-dancing website with animations and other things that may take a lot of time to create, it will cost more. However, I've found that most businesses don't need something like that at all. Look at the Google homepage: it's clean, neat, minimalist and doesn't bombard the visitor with information.

In my experience, simple websites work best for businesses.

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All important matters will be dealt with quickly and efficiently, taking a lot of the stress and worry out of your hands. With help from Ware & Kay you could prevent family disagreements, be sure that all tax, trust and inheritance issues are resolved, and even get advice on writing your own Will. n For more information or to make an appointment, please contact a member of the Wills & Probate Team on 01904 716000 or visit www.warekay.co.uk

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It could be said they’ve come on a bit Porsche: a car maker synonymous with speed, high technology and luxury. But, according to the recent unveiling at a German car museum, the company’s first ever experiment with motoring prowess was a little more... well... ‘streamlined’.

Built in 1898, the Egger-Lohner electric vehicle C.2 Phaeton model (P1) - which isn’t as catchy a name as the 911 - was designed by Ferdinand Porsch himself and

You must be Kwidding We all hate being stuck in traffic jams, especially when we can't see what the cause of the jam is in the first place.

Well, thanks to car maker Renault, that annoyance could soon be a thing of the past.

Unveiled at a car show in India, the Renault Kwid is the first concept car to feature its own autonomous drone. That

means a little helicopter takes off from the roof of the car and points a built-in camera at the road ahead, allowing the driver to see the cause of the problem and to pick the best route to take. We assume that this cutting-edge technology won't be cheap, and will set you back quite a few Kwid.

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Tell me about it, stud Last month we reported that supercar maker McLaren will soon be doing away with the humble windscreen wiper in favour of more futurist option. But now we’re cock-a-hoop to discover that soon

featured an electric motor, four wheels... and not much else. It could achieve a top speed of 21 mph and go for around 49 miles before needing to recharge. Time travellers should head for Vienna, Austria, around 1898 to see the car (can we call it that?) in all its glory, or head to StuttgartZuffenhausen, Germany, to see it in the museum today.

tyre chains, those awkward things you strap to your wheels in thick snow, will also soon be consigned to the history books - in a very James Bond way. That is because tyre makers Nokian have created a wheel that deploys metal studs á la James Bond’s snow car in The Living Daylights. At the mere push of a button the tyres go from road-worthy to snowworthy without having to add extra chains or equipment. Handy if you’re being chased by Alpine police. All we need now is a car that can deploy skies.

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• Leave lots of space between you and other cars - even pedestrians on the pavement.

• Drive slowly through puddles and standing water. Keep going once you have started and make sure you have a clear run.

• If you can’t see where you are going to come out of the water, such as when approaching flooding on a bend, think twice about driving into it at all.

• If driving through a very deep puddle never take your foot off the accelerator, as this could allow water to travel up the exhaust.

• Once you’re out of the water, dry your brakes. The best way to do this is to lightly apply the brake as you drive along for a few seconds - but check nobody is close behind you.

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We’ve scoured cyberspace to bring you the best gizmos on the market, from the ingenious to the downright bizarre. The mind boggles... wading through swamps. Well, even if we only manage to get as far as the Knavesmire, we’ll be prepared For anything thanks to the Lifestraw. With this nifty gadget you’ll be able to drink dirty swamp water just by sucking it up through the straw. A special filter inside the Lifestraw cleans the water as you suck, providing you with something to rival Evian. One filter can make up to 1000 litres of clean water.

Don’t believe us? Suck it and see.

Lifestraw. If you are anything like us, you’re going to be spending quite a lot of your summer out in the wilderness, trekking up mountains and

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BeeWi ScaraBee. The pile of smashed and broken little helicopters on Howard’s desk should be proof enough of both our love of all things radio controlled, and also our inability to control them. That is until we got our hands on the BeeWi ScaraBee, an RC buggy with built in camera. What makes the wee tyke easy to operate is the fact that all the controls come straight from your smartphone, meaning with just a swipe of your digits the buggy will scurry about, filming and taking photos as it goes - all you need to do is download the app. £89.99. Available from www.maplin.co.uk See what we filmed with the ScaraBee at www.yourlocallink.co.uk

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Plan your daily commute and find out from other users which route is quickest.

Parrot Minikit Bluetooth Car Kit. If you use your phone as a satnav while cruising the labyrinthine streets of York, you’ll need a way to keep it still and hands free. This Bluetooth car kit from Parrot not only clamps your phone securely to the windscreen, it also adds a voice control function that allows you to make calls without taking your hands from the wheel. What’s more the built-in speaker is clear and loud meaning you’ll never miss a robot telling you to “TURN RIGHT NOW!” or your mum calling to see where her Mother’s Day card is. £55. Available from www.amazon.co.uk

The Impossible Game. Try your luck against one of the hardest, strangest mobile games available.

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A beautiful and in-depth weather app that allows you to see what is going on anywhere on the planet.

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There are so many reasons that we love Counter Interiors of York that it's genuinely difficult to know where to start. What's our favourite part?

Maybe it's the fact that they're the only outlet in York and the surrounding areas to offer the frankly stunning new Masterclass Kitchen range. Perhaps it's the incredible computer aided 3D design (used on Channel Four's Grand Designs) that lets you view your kitchen before any work has even begun. Or, maybe it's that Luke can beat quotes from certain large DIY chains, that you might expect would be cheaper than a bespoke kitchen fitter. Who knows?

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Roll with it Style Flooring are excited to announce that they now stock the latest Farrow & Ball wallpaper designs. Each of the new styles are classically themed and draw upon various time-honoured traditions of design. To see the whole range for yourself, get to Style Flooring on East Parade.

Put a date in your diary for their open day on 26th April where their colour experts will be available for advice.

The French do lots of things well – especially fashion, fromage and furniture. The classic French style is utterly chic, and luckily now we needn't travel all the way over to the Gallic country to get that sense of style in our homes. Lavelle Joinery, a partnership between the award-winning Cedric Cotilleau and Peter Lavelle, offers affordable, bespoke furniture with a

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The pair's varied experiences mean that they are able to undertake a wide range of jobs, whether simple or complex. Just take a look at the portfolio on their website: sacre bleu, c'est magnifique! n Visit www.lavellejoinery.co.uk or call 01347 838848.

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In the frame A recommendation is often the best way to know that a business is worth its salt, and the team at PVC UK have those coming out of their ears. As well as countless testimonials from happy customers, the team are also regularly recommended by builders and architects to their own clients, so you can be sure that PVC UK are ones to trust.

The family-run company offer made to measure windows, doors and conservatories crafted from the best quality products. Though they do not profess to be the

cheapest option in the area, they firmly believe that they are the best value thanks to their quality service and products that will stand the test of time and this is backed up by a ten year insurance guarantee and their customers can vouch for that! n Visit www.pvc-uk.com or call 0800 0371947.

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Spring is one of my favourite times to be a York resident. You just can’t beat a crisp clear day with the sun shining and the daffodils nodding along the city walls. My favourite of all the spring flowers is cherry blossom (“Sakura” in Japanese) and for the last few years I’ve been seeking out the perfect way to bring this gorgeous bloom indoors, all year round.

To my simultaneous delight and disappointment, I have discovered de Gournay hand-painted wall coverings. The Plum Blossom design from their Japanese Collection, (www.degournay. com) would be beyond-perfect for my scheme but at upwards of £365 per panel my husband would not thank me for splashing out on such an extravagance. So, being the resourceful type, I thought I’d create my own version of these gorgeous hand-finished murals. There are more ways than one to skin the proverbial cat and I’m determined to find them.

Method 1: Wall decal.

A decal is a design prepared on special paper for transfer on to another surface. In short, it’s a big sticker.

Not my favourite option as you don’t get the colour variation found in painted murals, but often a very costeffective way to introduce some interest to your walls.

Branch with blossom and birds wall sticker.

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Method 2: Photographicmural.

These are from Surface View and whilst I’m showing just two, there are actually THOUSANDS of images and options available. I love that they are customisable in wall size, image scale, and surface

finish. This means that if you don’t want to cover an entire wall, you could just commission a small piece, paste it onto your wall and frame it like a picture. Murals from £55/sq m depending on your chosen surface finish. To cover an “average” wall size would cost around £390 www.surfaceview.co.uk Above Left: Blossom & Sky Mural by Nic Miller Right:The Flowers of Prunus Kanzan by Clive Nichols.

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If you’re anything like me this word sends shivers down your spine. Anyone else reminded of the “Changing Rooms” era when Linda Barker and her team reigned supreme? Shudder. Time to put those prejudices to one side, though, as stencils could offer just the right amount of guidance combined with flexibility to achieve the “hand-painted” look. The added bonus? These can be used again and again, unlike a sticker or mural.

Stencil Cherry Blossoms, by Cutting Edge stencils on Bonanza market.

From around £30 + international shipping www.bonanzamarket.co.uk Even if cherry blossoms aren’t your thing, I hope you’re feeling inspired. A designer price tag doesn’t mean you can’t achieve your desired look on a budget!

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Every year Pantone selects a My floral obsession stems from the colour of the year. 2014 belongs loss of a very dear friend in 2010. to “Radiant Orchid” so if you like This scheme will be my little tribute the floral theme but don’t want a to her, but after reading last month’s literal interpretation, why not look Local Link I know there is another for some paint or accessories that way of honouring her memory match this colour? coming up soon. St Leonard’s For more info, go to Hospice Midnight Walk on 21st www.pantone.co.uk June will help raise money for the wonderful team who looked after her so well. They do a fantastic job so if you can, please do get involved or donate something to their cause.

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Garden lighting Electrical expert Matt Todd gives us the lowdown.

Spring is a great time to get into the garden and have a good clear up before your plants begin to flourish, and it’s also the best time to consider how some garden lighting might liven things up. If you want to lay some cables in the ground without disturbing your planting too much then now is the time to do it.

Gardens look amazing when lit up at night, and modern LED light fittings are virtually maintenance free so you can get creative and add an extra dimension to your borders.

There are plenty of options to consider. Up-lighters or floodlights will draw attention to a favourite tree or other focal point in your garden. Socialising or eating areas need some ambient lighting so that you can see your dinner!

Lights can be placed on the outside of buildings or other walled areas, into the ground or hung from overhead cables.

When installing, make sure you use an RCD (residual current device) to protect all outside wiring. Best practice would dictate laying cables in a trench of perhaps two spade depths to eliminate potential problems later on, but if you can’t physically protect the cable from enthusiastic spade work then low voltage cables are safe to lay on the surface.

Enjoy this springtime in your garden and feel free to contact us for advice on bringing it to life with light!

For advice on all things electrical, visit www.htodd.co.uk or call 628676.

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Now that spring has well and truly arrived, the familiar grumble of lawn mowers starts up every Sunday across the city. We're not talking about the machines grumbling, though, but the human mowers who are operating them.

However, this month we expect to hear lots of whooping instead, as York grass cutters discover Lawns for Lifestyles. The team provide a natural looking, zero maintenance alternative to natural grass, and a high standard of installation.

Now all you need to do is choose the style – 'centre court' or 'just cut'? n Visit www.lawnsforlifestyles.co.uk or call 488868.

Get your house in order Have you made the most of the City of York Council's housing advice drop-in service? The weekly sessions are available for both CYC tenants and local residents, with staff offering advice and support on a number of issues. Topics include dealing with welfare reform, rent arrears and housing benefit; local engagement opportunities such as residents associations and estate walkabouts; preventing, dealing with and reporting anti-social behaviour; and, for CYC tenants, downsizing your home and house transfers. Larger households can also get advice on how the council can help to invest in their home through loft conversions. To find out locations and times for the drop-in sessions, take a look at the advert in these pages.

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Bunnies and butterflies These Easter treats won't ruin your diet, but will certainly brighten up your home for the rest of the year! Bunny rabbits and butterflies will surely never go out of fashion – and the kids are sure to love them, too.

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Need to give some paint a thorough stirring? Save your elbow grease with a power drill and a whisk from the kitchen. Combining the two and giving the paint a powerful stir for a minute or so will ensure the colour is as bright as possible.

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She bakes, she makes, she decorates…frankly there’s nothing our very own Rachel doesn’t know.

Every month she’ll be passing on some of her favourite money and time saving tips…

Beware, vampires Want a strong garlicky flavour? Add it towards the end of cooking and it’ll pack more punch. Add when you start cooking for a more subtle flavour.

Take a tumble If you’re fed up of your bin smelling yucky, pop a tumble dryer sheet at the bottom before placing the bag inside to help to eliminate the odours a little.

Sparkle and shine Dishwasher tablets can sometimes leave your dishes looking dull. Add half a lemon to your dishwasher to give your crockery a sparkle and a fresh scent.

Chop, chop Your chopping board will last much longer if you regularly coat it with vegetable oil.

From toast to post Let’s face it – toast racks are rarely used for toast. If you’ve got one languishing at the back of a cupboard, repurpose it as an unusual holder for your post.

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Spring has sprung! Gardeners everywhere, rejoice! Celebrate the newfound sunshine with our pick of decorative accessories.

Totallypotty This kit enables you to make endless plant pots out of newspaper. It’s like Ghost, only more eco-friendly. £17.95, Burgon and Ball www.burgonandball.com

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Our excuse for buying this slightly pricey watering can is that because it’s so pretty, it can also be used as a decoration... £34.99, Not The Usual www.nottheusual.co.uk

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Ever wanted to be a weather presenter? This nifty barometer will help you to predict what the day will bring, while also looking gorgeous in your garden. You’ll have to make your own map to point at, though. £19.50, Marks and Spencer www.marksandspencer.com

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As fans of Scrabble, these letter tile style buckets are on our wishlist. And as bargain hunters, we’re thrilled at the price! £3.95, Not On The High Street www.notonthehighstreet.com

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Who said art had to stay indoors?

This specially designed canvas can withstand adverse weather, with ink that’s water and UV resistant. £39.99 John Lewis www.johnlewis.com

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This is perhaps our favourite windchime of all time – partly because in a pinch we reckon we could use parts of it to eat our dinner.

Come the zombie apocalypse, it's just this sort of versatile ornament that every garden needs. And it looks super cute. £24, Very www.very.co.uk

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The whole world will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War this year. If you would like to do something to mark the event, but don’t fancy travelling all the way to Flanders Fields, here is something much more local.

The Poppy Road Poppy Project, which is being organised by community volunteers, intends to create three poppy meadows

along Poppleton Road; two either side of the The Fox Inn and another on an area of land close to CPP. They are currently looking for donations to help make the project a reality which, once completed, will result in a gorgeous, peaceful and fitting memorial to the war. n If you would like to help, visit www.poppyroadpoppyproject.org

pipe dream Don’t quote us on this just yet, but the rumours are that there might not be a hosepipe ban this summer. Though this will do little to comfort those who have been hit by flooding, the torrential downpours have lifted the levels of reservoirs to “high or exceptionally high,” according to a spokeswoman for Thames Water. And closer to home, Yorkshire Water tweeted: “With reservoir levels at 97% full, it’s highly unlikely that our customers will experience any water restrictions this year.” Who else is thinking water fight at Museum Gardens? We’re warning you though: our water pistols are huge. And no, that is not a euphemism.

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We'll be heading to the Harrogate Spring Flower Show, 24th-27th April, at The Great Yorkshire Showground with this discounted ticket offer….will you? There we'll be treated to the very best of spring, including show gardens, activities, demonstrations and, of course, the finest grub this county has to offer. What's more, book before the 15th April and receive £2.50 off your ticket prices! n Call 01482 308822.

Did you know... ...that you shouldn't put cooking fat out for wild birds? The RSPB has warned against leaving the remains of the roast out for our feathered friends because the fat remains soft when cool, meaning that it can smear onto birds' feathers which affects their water-proofing and insulating qualities. Also, the salt that many of us sprinkle onto the chicken skin is toxic to birds, and the meat juices in the fat often quickly goes rancid.

If you want to make homemade fat balls, the advice is to only use pure fats such as lard and suet.

Foliage or flowers?

Which is your favourite? Vanessa Cook from Stillingfleet Lodge Garden and Nursery will explain why she thinks foliage is the king of the garden on 15th April at Askham Bryan College Gardening Club. The talk begins at 7.30pm and takes place in the Conference Hall at the college. n Visit www.abcgardeningclub.org.uk or call 795059.

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Animals Pipistrelle bats will emerge from hibernation this month, and you’ll be able to spot them around dusk when they come out from their roosts to feed for a couple of hours. Pipistrelles are tiny – and we mean tiny! Their wingspan is between 200-235mm, and they only weigh between three and eight grams. You might even spot some baby Pipistrelles in August when they first leave their roosts. Also look out for Large Red Damselflies, which look a little like dragonflies but with a red abdomen, around water.

Plants The many different varieties of camellias come into their own this month, offering a wonderful variety of pink, red and white blooms. Something a little more unusual, though no less pretty, is the Meconopsis Lingholm, or the blue poppy, a tall growing variety with gorgeous sky blue petals. Look out also for Cowslip, native to the Yorkshire Dales, which features a delicate apricot scent. It used to be used to make wine, but as the plant has been declining in numbers in recent years we recommend not picking it!

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Ask Chris...

Got a gardening question?

Chris Brown from Brown’s Nurseries can help

I would like to grow a wisteria on my house wall.

Could you give me some advice on growing and pruning it?

My lawn is covered in moss – what can I do to alleviate the problem?

Wisterias are deciduous, woody-stemmed, twining climbers, usually vigorous, grown for their beautiful flowers in pendant racemes in late spring and early summer.

Flowers are on lateral spurs on ripened wood. Most are fully hardy, but flower best in a warm, sunny, sheltered site.

Wisterias may take seven years or more to begin flowering, and plants on nitrogen-rich soils may produce excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowers. Wisterias can be trained against walls and fences in a variety of shapes. Espalier form is one of the best suited to display the flowers. Pruning

Ferrous sulphate, the chemical that is found in most weed and moss killer products, is one of the chemicals that kills moss. You should apply ferrous sulphate between March and April, once the lawn has started to grow.

should be done in mid-winter and again in summer, about two months after flowering.

Once established, the aim of pruning is to control extension growth and to encourage the production of lateral flowering spurs. The current season’s shoots are cut back in two

stages to within two or three buds of their base. These will bear the coming season’s flowers. It is also advisable to feed with a high potash plant food in mid-summer, as this will help in the production of next season’s flowers.

If you have a question for Chris, please email info@yourlocallink.co.uk. Call Chris on 766266.

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Apply ferrous sulphate between seven to 14 days prior to raking, preferably when conditions are damp as this will improve penetration into the moss. A light topping with the mower beforehand will also help penetration. Because ferrous sulphate acidifies the soil, you must use it uniformly over the whole lawn. The moss will turn dark brown over the next five to seven days, after which you should rake out the moss on a dry day, normally between April and early May when the grass is noticeably growing.

Also, scarifying a lawn with a springbok rake will take out all the moss and dead grass from the base of the lawn. This will also let air around the base of the grass. It is advisable not to use grass cuttings that have had weed and moss killer applied in your compost, as this will poison it.

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The botanical boffins at Dean’s Garden Centre give us the low-down. popular are ‘Fred Peste’, ‘Golden Torch’ and ‘Percy Wiseman’.

For anyone who gardens on acid soil, Rhododendrons are some of the most prized ornamental shrubs. Trusses of bell-shaped flowers in a wide variety of bold colours give year round form and texture to the garden. They range in size from giant tree-sized forms that reach 30 metres in their native habitat, to tiny low-growing alpine varieties.

Care: Rhododendrons require moisture retentive but well drained acidic soil, with plenty of organic matter and a pH of between five and six. If you are not sure of your pH, testing kits are available – a good investment, as they can prevent you spending £10-£20 on a plant that won’t thrive in your soil.

Even if you’re not blessed with acidic soil, there are still a couple of ways to grow Rhododendrons and other acid loving plants like Pieris and Gaultheria in your garden. The first and most simple way is to use pots and containers filled with special ericaceous compost. This is a peat based compost that contains no lime and has a pH of around 5.5.

The only drawback to pots is if you live in a hard water area and water with tap water, lime builds

The second way to deal with bud drop is by building a raised bed; railway sleepers are ideal.

The bed is then filled using lime free ericaceous compost.

up in the compost, making the plants yellow and sickly with a lack of vigour (chlorotic). However, this can be got around by either collecting and using rain water, or applying a specific fertiliser that feeds the plant and counteracts the lime.

Bud Drop: Another problem growing Rhododendrons in pots is bud drop. Should compost in the pot dry out, the stress will cause the buds to not develop correctly and fall prematurely. However, many new hybrids of Rhododendron yakushimanum have been bred that are ideal for containers. They come in a wide range of colours, and some of the most

Flowering: Rhododendrons usually start flowering in February, with Rhododendron praecox being one of the first. It requires a sheltered site as the rosy purple flowers are slightly susceptible to damaging frosts, but the real show starts in late April and builds to a stunning climax of colour in early June though some varieties, notably ‘Polar Bear’ flower, during July and early August.

Rhododendrons can be planted all year round, provided that the soil is not frozen or water logged, but the optimum time is September when the ground is still warm but moist. Spring planting can be equally effective but requires very regular watering throughout the summer months to ensure successful establishment. A good thick organic mulch on the soil surface after planting helps conserve moisture.

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Next stop, flowers...

York Railway Station is a splendid Victorian creation, and if you like imposing iron girders, ornate metalwork, and more tracks and platforms than you could wish for, you're set. However, if you prefer a more calm and tranquil station – one where nature's artistry takes presidence over man's – look no further than Poppleton Community Railway Nursery. In fact, do so on 26th April as the nursery, which has been producing food and flowers since 1941, is enjoying an Open Day. Go along to learn about the fascinating history of the site, as well as buy some track-side grown flowers and plants. n Visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk

Bin a while... ...but from 31st March, City of York Council will once again start to collect our garden waste wheelie bins. In 2014 the Council will continue to make fortnightly collections of our green bins, but should you have more waste than just one bin-full, the Council will also collect addition bin with a yearly one-off payment of £35. Residents can sign up for this service at any time during the collection season, but if you get in there during March each additional pick-up will equate to just £2.50 per bin. n Call 551551.

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GROW YOUR OWN with Debbie Pendle from Brunswick Organic Nursery

Growing your own fruit and veg is rewarding, good for the planet – and your pocket. Here’s how…

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Freshly picked garden peas are a delicious summer treat, and the attractive climbing plants boast pretty flowers ranging from white to dark crimson. They can be sown in autumn or late winter with some form of frost protection to provide early crops, or outdoors from spring onwards for crops during the summer months. Peas do not require rich soil and are not difficult to grow, but do need some care and attention.

but if sowing in late June/July choose a first early variety, which will mature quicker.

Alternatively, you can sow pea seeds into individual pots and plant outside when they are a few inches tall.

The pots need to be reasonably deep, as peas dislike root disturbance. Plants raised under cover are less susceptible to slug and snail damage, which can be a big problem at the seedling stage.

Soil preparation Growing on Peas love a good moisture retentive root run, so it Check the height of the variety you are growing and makes good sense to concentrate on the trenches provide sufficient support. Twiggy sticks are ideal where the peas will grow rather than the whole bed. support structures for peas and provide a natural Dig out a trench, 20cm (8in) wide and 25cm (10in) appearance. You can also use netting or wire fencing deep and line the base with a thick layer of garden stretched between posts. Either way, ensure they compost, as this will help to hold moisture in the soil, are strong enough to support a then backfill. There is no need for any considerable weight of foliage and add further feeding as this can encourage extra sticks if the row starts to sag. lots of leaf growth at the cost of flowers Pay particular attention to watering, and the pods. Legumes do best on soil When the plants have finished especially when the plants begin to with a pH 6.5 to 7, so you may need to cropping they can be cut down flower, as they have a tendency to add some lime prior to sowing. close to the ground, leaving the drop flowers before setting fruit in roots in the soil. The roots will Sowing and planting dry conditions. After watering, apply a continue to release nitrogen into Sow a double row of peas in the mulch of grass clippings, compost or prepared trench 5cm (2in) deep, 5-7cm the soil as they break down, straw to prevent evaporation from the which will be available to the (2-3in) apart in the row allowing 15cm soil surface and help to keep the rows following crop.

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Get Eco-active Four hours... what's that to you? Watch a couple of films? Take a pricey shopping tour? Or what about spending it doing good, meeting some excellent people and drinking lots of free tea? Sound good? If so, get your keen self down to St Nicholas Fields Environment Centre on 4th April and take part in the Eco-Active Day. From 10am till 2pm you can help conserve the beautiful nature reserve by joining in with odd and fun jobs – and getting a free lunch for your troubles.

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The cool river Sure, the River Ouse might get all the attention, with its mighty bridges, river cruises and silly name (Ooze?), but we all know that the real action happens on the River Foss. York's second river is so interesting it even has its own society... and they want to you join them. The River Foss Society has plenty of meetings in April, including a talk at Towthorpe Village Hall on the 9th, a litter-pick on Foss Islands Road on the 12th, and a five mile walk from Yearsley to Coxwold on the 26th. Does the River Ouse provide you with so many fun events? No. Lazy river... n Call 764702.

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Bees aren’t just great for your garden, they’re essential for the survival of the planet.

Without bees, our crops would fail and we’d run out of food pretty quickly – it’s been estimated that bees are responsible for pollinating up to a third of all fruit and vegetables. Bees have declined in numbers recently, but there’s lots that you can do in your back yard to help out!

Bee water-conscious Bees can't use bird baths and ponds to drink, as they are usually too deep. You can help bees to have a bath and a drink by lining the edges of a shallow plate with flat rocks, and filling halfway with water.

This way, the bees will have an island to land on and won't drown.

We know, the thought of bees having a bath is absolutely too cute.

Bee-friendly plants Bees are particularly attracted to blue, yellow and purple flowers, and they also prefer flowers with only one row of petals, as these contain more pollen than flowers with more than one row. Bees also love strong-smelling herbs and flowers, and plants that are close together so that they don't have to fly too far!

Try some of the following in your garden to attract bees.

Lavender, Thyme, Mint, Dahlia, Foxglove, Geranium, Sunflower

Bee welcoming

There’s no better way to make those bees feel at home than to provide them with one!

You will need: 3 A small wooden box with one side left open 3 Brightly coloured organic paint 3 Nesting tubes (available from garden centres) What to do: Paint your box using organic paint that won’t harm the bees.

Preferably, use yellow, blue or purple paint, as these colours attract bees. Then, fill the box with nesting tubes. The tubes should be standing upright so that the bees can crawl into them, and you should pack them in tightly so that they don’t fall out when you move the box. Hang the box in your garden with the tubes facing the front, and ensure there is some freshly dug soil nearby that bees can use to build their nest.

Don’t have the time to make your own bee house? Get one ready made – this one from Amnesty International costs £16 and will benefit a good cause.

Bee organic

Chemicals can benefit your garden by getting rid of pests, but unfortunately they can also be harmful to wildlife that we want in our gardens. Chemicals can be poisonous to bees, so try to avoid using them in your garden – natural pesticides such as ladybirds can often do the same job just as well.

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Plan ahead Tracey Pulleyn of Minster Vets talks healthcare plans What is preventative healthcare for your pet?

It includes annual vaccinations, flea and worm treatments – costs that aren’t always considered by owners when buying or rescuing a pet. Did you know that very few insurance companies will help cover costs of preventative health care, and that microchipping will soon be compulsory for all dogs? Regular health checks from vets or nurses mean that illnesses can be picked up nice and early and are more likely to be treatable.

It’s important because: 3 More pets will be free of parasites which can be harmful to both animals and people.

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Healthy pets at Minster Vets!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new pet health plans from April.

A lot of care has gone into making sure it’s a health plan that you covers your pet’s preventative healthcare needs, and prices start at just £10.71 per month.

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3 Pets are better protected against increasingly common diseases.

3 Owners can relax knowing they have done everything to prevent the preventable.

3 Reduced cost microchipping means its even cheaper to ensure the best possible chance of getting your pet back should it go missing.

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The Colonel certainly packs a tasty punch! He’s the kind of cat who likes all the attention to himself – so a home where he has no competition would be puuuurrfect. n If you’re interested in finding out more about these adorable moggies call 760356.

TILLY. Her owner has emigrated to a sunnier part of the world, and poor Tilly is a little jealous of all the sunbathing she is missing out on! Could you cheer her up?

TED A gentle giant at heart, he is very well behaved. Ted would benefit from owners who are experienced, especially with larger breeds of dogs.

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Rosie. At ten years of age she enjoys some quiet time but still loves being out and about and active. Rosie loves playing with her toys and likes meeting new people.

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That's just not cricket

The folks at York RI Cricket Club are in danger of going completely batty. You see, the team is in desperate need of new members for this season, and it's got the players in a bit of a (back) spin. Are you the belter who can save the team from being all out, or are you just a sticky wicket?* The team, who play in The York Vale Cricket League Division 1, practise at The Mount School on Sundays from 3-4pm. n Call Peter on 07743 143709. *We're not entirely sure what this means but we think it sounds hilarious. Cricket fans, please feel free to enlighten us on our Facebook page!

Second star to the right...

Local Stagecoach students will add a sprinkle of pixie dust to the York Barbican stage as they take part in the professional tour of Peter Pan this month. On 6th April, 14 students will play the Lost Children, as well as Wendy's brothers Michael and John, alongside Tracy Beaker star Dani Harmer, comedy legend Bobby Davro and Lloyd Warbey from Disney's Art Attack.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity and one of many we provide for our students,” says Principal Sally Thrussell, who adds that there will be

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Stagecoach Experience Sessions on 25th and 26th April for prospective students to find out what Stagecoach is all about. The sessions are open to young people between the ages of four and 13, subject to availability. Stagecoach has been in the city for 16 years, offering students first class skills in drama, singing and dance – as well as confidence, focus and leadership – while having lots of fun. n Call 672662.

Every little helps UK York based registered charity The Jack Raine Foundation is working to stop Child Sexual Exploitation (From social media to child trafficking and prostitution in the UK) by offering support for children and parents. Please help their work by making a donation today Text jack00£ - (add 1,2,3, etc) to 70070 If you are a parent, child or young person wanting help, support or advice call 01904 632089, email cse@jackrainefoundation.org.uk www:jackrainefoundation.org.com ask

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Well done, Beth!

Last month we interviewed York lass Beth McCarthy as she knocked ‘em dead on the BBC’s singing show The Voice. At the time of print we had just heard that Beth has unfortunately been knocked out of the running, but we still wanted to wish her the best with her no doubt awesome signing career.

Fancy a go? Beth attended Access to Music in York, and you can too! Go to their Open Day on 2nd April and visit www.accesstomusic.co.uk

Access all areas Whether your dreams are to play to a packed-out Wembley Stadium, or to the more intimate surroundings of Fibbers, Access to Music will have a course for you. The musical academy based at The Jam Factory in The Groves offers courses as alternatives to GCSEs and A Levels in Music Performance, Music Technology and many more. If you would like to find out more, get to the centre on 2nd April, 5-7pm, and meet the staff and students and get your chance to ask questions and apply. n Book your place now by visiting www.accesstomusic.co.uk/centres/york

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Howard Mosley-Chalk is a father and husband. But more importantly, he is a man.

As a boy he assumed The Planet of the Apes was a Bible story, but at 32 he finds himself writing for Your Local Link. These are his (un)manly words.

Mum’s the word

some sort of gift box containing a gag and superglue? And what about my son? He’s just 10 months old and has several varied interests that include shakily standing and laughing at the vacuum cleaner. It’s a tough one and maybe he’ll be let off the gift-getting business. After all, he does give my wife at least two presents every day.

Maybe on Mother’s Day I’ll teach him to gift wrap his pooey nappies.

Prior to 2010 Mother’s Day was a simple affair and went something like this: The Saturday before Mothering Sunday my wife would ask what I had sent to my mother. I would then panic, scream “Is it Mother’s Day?!?” and curse the Royal Mail for not delivering on a Sunday (seriously, it’s just lazy). I then feel guilty for the next 12 hours before, on Sunday morning, I call my mum and ask if she has received her card.

“What?” I convincingly declare (theatre degree kicking in), “it hasn’t arrived?

Curse you, Royal Mail!” I then go on to describe just how lovely this imaginary card was, and how I had reached into the depths of my soul to compose a suitable poem inside.

Foolproof.

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laws, are too young to work and earn their own money to get my wife a present. So now my wife, the mother of my two children, is sort of like my mum too. That is weird.

That all changed when I had children.

Not only was I now expected to both forget about and then lie to my own mother, I now had to act on behalf of the kiddies who, according to several

I’m going to be better this year though. As I write this it is the beginning of March; I’ve got three more weeks to sort the mother issue out. My own mum will get the

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loveliest, cheapest card Londis has to offer, but wifey needs a bit of thought as the presents need to at least seem like they came from the children.

Clear and present danger My daughter is three, therefore she likes talking and breaking things. What could she “get” her mother? Maybe

Whatever I end up getting on their behalf, I’m sure it will be wrong.

Whenever I have to buy my wife a present for any occasion I seem to end up convincing myself that she would actually like a Nerf gun, or that remote controlled tank with a built-in camera, or a new mobile phone cover... for my phone. It’s selfish, I know. But hey, admitting that is the first step to recov...

Lego are making a Ghostbusters set!

My wife needs it! There, Mother’s Day is sorted. Phew.

I am old.

Kirsty Higgins

I saw my parents the other day and they told me how my school, the one I attended until leaving the bright and dazzling lights of Doncaster for university in York, has been demolished. After a quick search on the internet I did indeed get confirmation that my school had been completely knocked down. Where once there was an imposing Art Deco building, now there is only a playing field.

It made me feel like my grandparents, who I remember constantly referring to buildings that no longer existed. No doubt at some point in the future we'll drive past that site and I'll say, “There used to be a school here, “ and my kids will tut and whisper something about me being an old fogey. I am old.

Imagine that!

The other night I saw the biggest fox I have ever seen. You might think that I must have been out in the wild to see this red furry monster. No, I was on Holgate Road at 9pm going to get chocolate for my wife (happens a lot).

It was massive, about the size of A MEDIUM DOG! I chased it for a bit, trying to get a snap of it on my phone, but it alluded me, dashing into the allotments. It was slightly concerning to see such a big wild animal wandering about as bold as brass and I’m worried that one day York will be overrun by huge foxes because we were too concerned with pigeons and rats and other vermin. So, as the weather improves, keep an eye out

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Family matters

Pre Nuptial Agreements: are they necessary?

The most expensive aspect of a divorce is dealing with the finances of the marriage. This can cause considerable stress, cost and time for both parties. The current law gives the courts a wide discretion to make a variety of orders based on ‘financial needs’, resulting in a degree of uncertainty.

How can I protect my assets when getting married?

You can draft a Pre Nuptial Agreement (PNA). PNA’s clearly set out the couple’s desires, promoting communication and enabling them to establish rules. The legal costs of negotiating PNAs are far less than the costs of negotiating a divorce settlement.

Are PNAs legally binding?

At present PNA’s are not strictly legally binding in England and Wales, but past cases have established that the court can give decisive weight to

a PNA in divorce proceedings, and parties can ask the court to reflect the terms of the agreement reached.

The law may change in the near future following the current law in America, where PNA’s are legally binding. The Law Commission recently announced proposals to introduce 'Qualifying Nuptial Agreements': enforceable contracts which would enable couples to make arrangements concerning the financial consequences of divorce or dissolution.

There are certain formalities that the Law Commission argues should be complied with in order for the terms of a PNA to be enforceable: a) The agreement must be contractually valid; b) The agreement must be made as a deed and must contain a statement by both parties that

he or she understands that the agreement is a qualifying nuptial agreement; c) The agreement must not be made less than 28 days before the wedding; d) Both parties to the agreement must have received disclosure of material information about the other party's financial situation at the time of making the agreement; e) Both parties must have received legal advice at the time of making the agreement.

Furthermore, parties will not be able to exclude the court in making orders regarding parties' 'financial needs'. This mean that any terms concerning the provision of childcare, housing, income or any other aspect which constitutes a 'financial need'

will remain subject to the scrutiny of the court.

What types of issues are included in a Pre Nuptial Agreement?

I would recommend that PNA’s include the following: • A schedule of all assets, liabilities and incomes of the parties; • Agreement as to what should happen to premarital property and property acquired during the marriage in the event of divorce; • Agreement on how premarital debts will be paid; • Discussion on who shall occupy and own the matrimonial home and any secondary properties; • Agreement as to whether any spousal maintenance payments should be made.

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Calling all petite performers and diddy dancers! Fancy doing something extra fun during the Easter holidays? Good, because we've got just the thing. The folks at Derwent Danceworks are teaming up with the Kirsty Higgins School of Dancing to offer action-packed dance and drama workshops this Easter, for children up to the age of 12. There'll be the chance to put on your own show and learn some hip hop moves, and there's even baby ballet especially for children aged between two and five! Great discounts are available for siblings, too. Sessions take place at St Chad's Greys Scout Hut, South Bank, from 7tth-9th April, and at Thorganby Village Hall on 10th, 11th and 14th April. n Visit www.derwentdanceworks.co.uk for further details, or call 07985 687807.

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Furry friends The Keep Your Pet team, who connect volunteers with pet owners who need temporary help with pet care due to illness, have helped 20 pet owners during their first year – and the team hope that the scheme will continue to grow in year two. To kick things off, the first Annual Sponsored Dog Walk will take place on the Knavesmire on 27th April, so get your leads at the ready! Email keepyourpet@ ageukyork.org.uk for an entry form. The team are also still looking for volunteers of all ages in York and Selby, both to care for animals and help to publicise the scheme. Keith Martin says that you shouldn't be put off if you can only dedicate a small amount of time. “Even a couple of hours a week can make all the difference to a housebound owner and their animal.” n Visit www.ageukyork.org.uk or call 726191.

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For most of us, dentures become a necessary part of life at some point. Nowadays, false teeth need no longer look so false, and can fit so well that they almost feel like the real thing. Dental Technician Carrie Whitton, of Whitton Dentures, is on a mission to make denture provision even better in York by offering home visits, as well a clear, easy to use service.

“The best results are gained when a patient is relaxed and their individual needs are listened to,” says Carrie, “and being treated in your own home means that you are in a familiar, relaxed space and won't feel rushed.” Carrie also takes the time to communicate well so that each patient's expectations are met in full. Call for a no obligation consultation today.

Carrie, who operates Whitton Dentures, says there are sound reasons behind her decision.

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We're delivering the newsletter from the good folks at York Against Cancer with this issue, but we felt that the utterly fantastic work that the team and their supporters do deserved an extra mention.

In the newsletter, you can read about the inspiring changes one man made to his life, and the fundraising runs he's taking on. You'll also meet researchers from York University whose studies will change our understanding of cancer, as well as YAC's Family Support Worker who helps people through difficult times. The Education Committee also explain the changes to the packs that are put together for primary schools, and new Chairman Steve Leveson is welcomed. The team also reveal their planned website relaunch this spring.

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Are you from Layerthorpe? Did your parents or grandparents come from that area of the city? If so, Tang Hall Local History Group would love to hear from you, particularly if you have old photographs and memories of the area. Their annual history display will this year be entitled 'Layerthorpe Through Time' which they hope will offer a fascinating glimpse of life in years past. The group is particularly keen to locate a photograph of Mrs Laycock, a local midwife, so if you can help please contact the group by calling 345942.

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The team explain IPL

What is IPL hair removal?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology provides fast, non-invasive hair removal for most skin types and hair colours. This can be used to treat most areas of the body in both women and men, including the face. In the vast majority of cases a series of treatments will permanently reduce the unwanted hair from the target area. However, some hair will continue to grow albeit much finer and more slowly!

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your skin and hair type. The number of hair removal sessions depends on various factors, including where the hair is, how thick it is and also your particular skin type and hair colour. The gap between sessions is usually four weeks.

How do I know if it is best for me?

If you decide you want to find out more, the next step is to come in for a consultation.

This is your opportunity to meet one of our trained IPL beauty therapists, check your skin and hair type and create a treatment programme tailored specifically to your needs. n Pop into the spa on Huntington Road, visit www.kukispa.com or call 659007.

Mum's the word Pregnancy can be both the most beautiful and busy time of a woman's life, so finding the right way to relax is essential.

Thankfully, the folks at Lazy Daisy, the global network with a branch in York, aim to offer just that. Their antenatal and newborn workshops are inspired by movement, massage and relaxation, and offer the chance to discover an array of holistic techniques, so that you can prepare for the birth and enjoy your precious first months with your bundle of joy. The 'must have' fourth trimester class shows new mums how to use massage and calming techniques to soothe your baby, and other modules cover postnatal movement, infant massage and baby yoga. We feel calmer already. n Visit www.lazydaisychain.co.uk or call Laura on 07818 414226.

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Do you dream of becoming the next karate kid? Perhaps you just want a fun new way to keep fit, or you'd like to improve your self defence skills? Head to Haxby Shotokan Karate Club! The friendly group is always looking for new members of all ages – the age range currently varies between five and 60 – and you'll be made very welcome, no matter what your ability. The team are celebrating after four members were recently awarded their black belt, with another member narrowly missing out on achieving the grade. Chief Instructor Sensei Mike Gude says that all of the 21 members who were graded put in a brilliant performance.

“To have four of your students be awarded their shodan at the same grading is amazing, and I am proud of everyone who attempted their grading,” says Mike.

However, despite now having ten black belts, the club will always remain a place for people of all abilities to train. n Visit www.haxbykarate.co.uk or call 07583 249115.

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Every month, we scour the beauty world for the best products so you don’t have to. This month, we’re getting our skin ready for spring VitaminEFaceScrub VaselineSpray&Go moisturiser

We love any time saving devices, particularly ones that help us to get ready more quickly in the morning, so we were intrigued to test the spray on moisturiser from Vaseline, which claims to absorb in seconds so you can get on with putting your clothes on (unless you’re a naturist, of course). It’s easy to apply and does absorb more quickly than regular moisturiser, though we found that it took slightly longer than the ‘seconds’ claimed by the packaging. We loved the fresh scent, and found that a little goes rather a long way, so it’s pretty good value for money. Plus, spraying on your moisturiser is fun.

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We were a little dubious about whether this scrub really would scrub, as it contains oatmeal which we thought might be a little too soft to get rid of dead skin. How wrong we were. Despite working in a kind, gentle way, this scrub does just what it says on the tin without harming your skin at all. Our skin was left feeling soft and smooth, and essentially incredibly clean. Plus, the

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If anyone knows about hardworking hands, it’s our Gini (she runs a farm as well as this magazine – yeah, don’t know how she manages it either). So, she was thrilled to try out this cream, and it didn’t disappoint. “It’s not the prettiest packaging, but it’s a wonder cream for winter hands!” says Gini, who adds that her partner Mick loved the cream too.

“Mick’s hands split and crack, and are like sandpaper in the winter, but this has stopped all that. It’s completely nongreasy and fabulous. And a little goes a very long way – you literally only need about a pea size blob. It’s old-fashioned, but terrific.” It’s rather marvellous value for money, too...

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fashionfocus Let’s face it, you’re reading this magazine because you’ve noticed just how hot-damn stylish we are at Your Local Link. But don’t worry, we’re not style-selfish and are in fact very happy to share our insider knowledge with you (just you though!). And so, here are the latest trends that will be causing jaws to drop this spring. Get out there and knock ‘em dead. floral frenzy We know what you’re thinking: florals? In spring? Groundbreaking. Sorry Miranda Priestley, but there’s just no fighting the flower power; it returns to the catwalks year in year out with a (delightfully pretty) vengeance.

Isla High Neck Rose Print Shift Misguided - £29.99- www.misguided.co.uk It was love at first sight between the YLL office and this super feminine floral shift dress. Complement with beige heels and an embellished clutch. B-e-a-utiful!

Daisy Charm Necklace Topshop - £5 This good luck charm is light, easy to wear and quite frankly, adorable.

Wear it on its own for a delicate finish, or team with other necklaces to make a statement.

Black on Black There’s something edgy and defiant about wearing all black in the summer. Chanel were pushing the boundaries at Paris fashion week back in January -you can too.

Midi Skirt in pleated lace ASOS, £35 – www.asos.com And just in case it doesn’t warm up just yet, The midi skirt serves as the high fashion answer to keeping warm this spring.

Black Lace Hem Cami New look, £14.99 www.newlook.co.uk Teamed with a pair of black skinnies and some ballerina pumps, this is the ultimate girly shopping outfit. Perfect for those slightly warmer days - which are due soon enough right?

DENTURE PROBLEMS? Comfortable, likelike dentures with a secure fit – that’s what Mark Tinker, our expert Clinical Dental Technician, can create for you. Patients report a boost in their self-assurance and confidence. Our partial dentures will give you back your natural smile; complete dentures could enhance the way you look; and dentures assisted by dental implants can help you regain real comfort and enjoy food once again.

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fashion targets breast cancer April sees the return of the annual Fashion Targets breast cancer range, featuring pieces from top high-street brands including River Island, Topshop, Debenhams and many more. Take action ladies and wear your support!

Red Herring bikini – Debenhams Top RRP £18 - Bottoms RRP £14 For those of you looking forward to your summer/spring getaways (lucky you!) we’ve found the chicest bikini in town. We love the geometric floral pattern.

Skinny Bleach jeans, H! By Henry Holland at Debenhams - £29.50 - 30% goes to break through breast cancer (Fashion Targets Breast Cancer 2014) The perfect staple piece to add to your wardrobe that will take you through the chillier spring days.

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Beauty expert, Dr Saleena Zimri from Skin Doctor, is back to answer all of your beauty dilemmas!

This month, she reveals all about Dermaroller treatments.

As well as being used to effectively combat fine lines and wrinkles, Dermaroller skin treatment can help people treat acne scars, reduce the effects of sun damage, remove stretch marks and improve the appearance of cellulite, hyper-pigmentation and enlarged pores. But what is it?

What is Genuine Dermaroller?

Genuine Dermaroller™ Therapy™ provides advanced micro-medical skin-needling, a procedure that stimulates the skin to regenerate and repair itself naturally and safely, creating smoother, brighter, healthier, younger-looking skin.

Is Dermaroller treatment safe?

Skin needling is a safe and precise procedure. The Genuine Dermaroller Therapy works by puncturing the outermost layers of your skin to create tiny pin prick injuries. These microscopic wounds will stimulate new collagen deposition until indented scars and deep lines are filled.

What are the benefits of the Dermaroller?

The Dermaroller can achieve amazing results, noticeably improving the appearance of old scars or sun damaged skin, as well as revitalising and rejuvenating your appearance. As it is not necessary to remove the healthy skin with skin needling, the Dermaroller procedure offers a rapid healing time and is relatively painless. Unlike some skin therapies, there is minimal downtime and as no skin is being removed there are no risks with UV or discolouration.

When will I see the results?

Although the skin heals within an hour, visible signs of skin rejuvenation are seen after just six to eight weeks following the procedure.

Dermaroller procedure takes 20-30 minutes and is comfortable.

What happens after Dermaroller treatment?

Following treatment, a soothing cream is applied.

You should continue to apply this cream for the next couple of days. For the first 24 hours the affected area will look red with an appearance very similar to mild sunburn. This is normal and generally goes by the morning.

How many Dermaroller sessions will I need?

Significant results are often seen after the first treatment. Your practitioner may recommend between three and five treatments for optimum and long-lasting effects.

Does Dermaroller therapy hurt?

Local anaesthetic is applied to the affected area in order to numb it and the anaesthetic is then allowed to work over the course of 30 minutes. The actual

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It's the time of year to dust off your racquet, clean those whites and... oh, learn how to play tennis, we suppose. As Wimbledon-fever begins to grip the nation wouldn't it be nice to be fit enough to actually play a few matches of tennis? To work on your fitness and your tennis technique, we recommend York Tennis Club in Clifton. Not only do they boast some of the finest sporting facilities in the city, with five artificial courts and a carpet court, they also run the York Tennis Academy for both children and adults. The academy is run by John Moore, a Biomedics Advisor, with years of experience in technique and injury prevention. n Visit www.yorktennisclub.net.

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h In a jam I’m furious with my husband. While doing some spring cleaning, he threw out an antique jam spoon given to me by my grandmother. He is very sorry, but I’m not sure I can forgive him for this. It’s not the first time he’s thrown out something of value to me. How can I make him change his ways after 27 years of marriage? KN, Strensall When you said you were furious with your husband, I assumed you’d caught him with his pants down with the next door neighbour at least. But a jam spoon? Good lord, woman, if that’s all you have to complain about after 27 years of marriage then I reckon you’re doing pretty well. All right, so he chucked out your spoon. But if it was that meaningful to you, what was it doing stuffed in the back of a drawer in the first place? As for not forgiving him, what’s a dodgy piece of cutlery compared to over a quarter a century of loving someone? No one uses jam spoons outside Downton Abbey, anyway. In my experience, men respond best to clear, brief instructions. So if you want to keep your keepsakes safe, I suggest you put them in a box marked with the words ‘Do Not Throw Out’.

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When is too late to phone someone? Last night at ten o’clock I called a woman I’d been on a date with, and she didn’t seem too pleased to hear from me. I thought she’d find it romantic that I rang just to hear her voice. Do you have any advice on this? JW, Acomb I must admit, if my phone rings after ten at night, I always assume it’s because someone has died/split up with their partner/needs bailing out of jail. And even then, I’d rather they waited until the morning to call me.

But in your case, I don’t think it’s got anything to do with the late hour.

How do I put this, JW? If you were the man of this woman’s dreams, then you could ring at midnight and she would be thrilled to hear from you. But after one date, calling at ten o’clock just to hear her voice is like calling to say you’re sitting outside her house with a pair of handcuffs and a chainsaw (ie, a bit creepy). My advice? Send a text next time.

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Personally, my money’s on Rumpelstiltskin. Seriously, it’s not too late to change your name if it bothers you that much. But I reckon after 48 years, it’s time to stand up, own it and be proud. And never, ever try to order a coffee from Starbucks. PS It is Rumpelstiltskin, isn’t it?

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the interview.

up close and personal

As they put the finishing touches to their comedy feature film Transatlantic Smash, we chat to York-based filmmakers Steve Shooter, Spencer Vale and Peter Marshall.

Hello. Who are you and what is your project?

Thanks for having us. We are a ragtag bunch comprising Spencer Vale and Peter Marshall (of comedy band Peter Marshall and The Lomos) and Producer Steve Shooter (of Fixated Productions). Our project is a film called Transatlantic Smash and it's a 'found-footage' musical comedy documentary. Yes, that is a thing apparently.

Have you ever made a film before?

Pete and Spencer have made video diaries about their band and a documentary about a comedy festival. We have also been involved with a couple of films made by the wonderful EBORACUM pictures.

Pete has helped to produce behind the scenes films while Spencer was

“It’sabeautifuclityandthere seemstobearealfilmmakn ig communtie yvovln ig.” involved with production on their last film, Fighter Pilot.

What made you want to make the film?

Spencer had written a novel which we thought would make a great basis for a screenplay. Our ethos is always one of collaboration, and although

there are only three of us, we have a tendency to gather numbers along the way. We love working with creative York people on any projects we have going. We knew with a little help from our friends that we might just be able to pull it off.

How have you found film making in York?

Transatlantic Smash is very York centric... albeit a fictional version of the York we all know and love.

We’ve worked with a shoestring budget but luckily a lot of people and local venues have been very accommodating and helpful. It’s a

beautiful city and there seems to be a real film-making community evolving.

What are your eventual hopes for the project?

Hollywood. Or failing that, Cannes.

But we’d settle for a screening with a receptive audience, to be honest.

It's been a huge learning curve, and hopefully it’ll be a springboard for future films. We are also looking at potentially entering into some film festivals and will also be producing a DVD. How can people find out more?

Check out our trailer on YouTube, or find us on twitter: @Tsmashmovie

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Tonight's the Night (28th April-3rd May) Tonight’s the Night, the smash hit West End musical comedy inspired by the songs of Rod Stewart, is the all-singing, all-dancing feel good show which went on to play sold-out theatres across the UK.

Annie (20th-24th May) York Stage Musicals return to the Grand Opera House with their brand new production of this classic Broadway musical. The show is guaranteed to be filled with the company's usual high energy cast, unique sets, live band and high octane choreography.

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The Play That Goes Wrong (8th-12th April) This brilliant new laugh-out-loud comedy performed by Mischief Theatre Company has enjoyed two successful runs in the West End. It was the sell-out smash hit of the Edinburgh Festival with sensational reviews and numerous awards.

Under Milk Wood (22nd-26th April) Both a play and a poem, it offers an unforgettable journey into the roots of language and the soul of Wales. This new production marks the centenary of Dylan Thomas' birth in 1914 and the 60th anniversary of the play's British première.

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Aspects of love (31st March-5th April) York Musical Theatre Company presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s tale of love and loss across three generations of a family and their companions, set against the background of the cobbled streets of Paris to the mountains of the Pyrenees. This is set to be the theatrical event of the year.

13 The Musical (16th-19th April) Pick Me Up Theatre presents a grown-up story about growing up. The world of Evan Goldman, a slightly confused pre-teen, turns upside down when his parents get a divorce and he's forced to move from busy New York to ‘the lamest place in the world’, Appleton Indiana.

The Gonodoliers (26th April) Join the Jorvik Gilbert & Sullivan Company for an evening in the Venetian lagoon as they perform The Gondoliers as a concert performance.

The King and I (30th April-3rd May) New Earswick Musical Society presents an exciting musical classic based on the book Anna and The King of Siam. The show follows the journey of English teacher Anna as she faces numerous obstacles in her quest to modernise the country of Siam and help The King’s children learn English.

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CHOCOLATE!!!!

We tried to think up a witty title, but why bother? It’s the York Chocolate Festival!

Returning once again, the ever-popular York Chocolate Festival will hit the streets of the city, 18th - 21st April exciting young and old. In recent years the festival has really found a home at York’s Chocolate Story, and the museum of sweet gooey loveliness will host a series of events and activities to celebrate.

There will also be a splendid Chocolate Market in the heart of the city, as well as smaller events taking place in attractions and venues across York. It’ll be chocolate heaven. Better start warming up now by eating a few Easter eggs. n Visit www.yorkchocolatefestival.co.uk

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…to the York Model Railway Show!

The show, this year taking place from 19th-21st April at York Racecourse, is one of railway modelling’s very best, and traditional, events. Attending the York Model Railway Show each Easter is at the heart of the hobby and you’ll enjoy a feast of all that is great with railway modelling in the north.

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Two Kings are better than one…

Get set for the Richard III & Henry VII Experiences The JORVIK Group, which includes the Viking Centre, Barley Hall and DIG, has taken over the space within Monk Bar that used to house the Richard III Museum. From 5th April a new museum, The Richard III Experience, will open at Monk Bar. What’s even better is that the contents of the Micklegate Bar Museum will also be replaced and updated to create The Henry VII Experience!

Now the two Bar museums will be perfectly linked and make for fascinating stops on a walk of the city walls. These two new attractions will illustrate the story of medieval York fantastically well, giving visitors an idea of what it would have been like to live in the city through the War of the Roses, living first under the white rose of Richard, then the red rose of Henry Tudor.

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Don’t be an April fool; get yourself to any one of these excellent events.

You’ll thanks us later. In chocolate please.

EVERY DAY

NEWGATE MARKET. Over 100 stalls in the heart of York for fresh produce, fresh air – and fresh banter. Besides local food, discover original crafts and gifts plus clothing and leather goods. Open daily 9am–5pm. Visit www.york.gov.uk or call 551355.

YoRKWAlK, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm.

Entertaining historical walks.

Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk or call 622303.

PlAGUE, PoVERTY & PRAYER, Barley Hall. The ongoing exhibition from children’s author Terry Deary explores everyday life for the citizens of York from the Norman invasion to Tudor times. Call 615505.

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REVEAlING YoRK MINSTER’S UNDERCRoFT, York Minster. Experience the revamped network of new interactive galleries, housed in the Undercroft and Treasury below the historic cathedral. Visit www.yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011.

FRESH PRoDUCE, The Balloon Tree Farm Shop, 9am-5pm. The award winning farmshop and cafe has a wide selection of good value, quality home-grown and locally sourced produce all under one roof. Pet the animals as well!

Call 01759 373023.

RIVER CRUISES, YorkBoat, Lendal Landing.

Enjoy river cruises every day and see York from a different perspective. The daily cruise departs at 10.30am, while from 5th April there will also be early evening and nighttime floodlit cruises.

Call 628324.

EVERY SATURDAY UNTIL 29TH MARCH YoRK FlEA MARKET, Scarcroft School, 10am4pm. Indoor thrift market with crafts and second hand goods. Visit www.yorkfleamarket.co.uk

EVERY SUNDAY GIANT CARBooT SAlE, Home Farm, Wigginton, 7am-1pm. Opening from Easter Sunday 20th April.

Call 768463. oPEN MIC NIGHT, The Red Lion, 6.30pm. Try your hand at performing at a chilled out, intimate and relaxing night. Email info@vinnieandthestars.com EVERY MONDAY SElBY MARKET. The whole family will find something within the beautiful market town. The Selby Farmers Market is also held on the first Wednesday of every month.

Call 07808 768186.

EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY WEEKlY ClASSES, Rogues Atelier, Fossgate. Join a class – Upholstery Drop-in each Tuesday 10am-1pm and 6-8pm, and Life Drawing every Thursday 7-9pm.

Call 07960 329286.

EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY MUSKET AND MUSlIN HISToRICAl WAlKS, Clifford’s Tower, 7.30pm.

Re-live the epic siege of York by the Roundheads during the English Civil War. Visit www.musketandmuslin.co.uk or call 416244.

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT RoCKIN’ RollERS DISCo, Manor School, Nether Poppleton, 6-8.15pm. Pop on a pair of skates and get funky at the roller disco!

Call 0843 2895969.

1ST + 3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH YoRK EBoRAToRS, York Marriott, Tadcaster, 7pm. The group helps you become the public speaker you’ve always wanted to be.

Visit www.yorkeborators.org.uk or call 07810 820628.

EVERY NIGHT GHoST TRAIl oF YoRK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www.ghosttrail.co.uk or call 633276.

THE HISToRY PoST, St Helen’s Square, 7.30pm.

A fun historical walking tour of the city, led by your very own costumed Victorian gentleman. Call 264528.

EVERY WEEKEND lIVE ACTS, Burton Lane Club, Bootham Crescent.

Some great local and national bands will rock your night away. Call 628685.

1ST + 3RD SATURDAY (10AM), 2ND + 4TH FRIDAY (5pM) OF EACH MONTH BEYoND MoNoPolY, The Bar Convent. Beyond Monopoly is York’s friendliest modern board game club for adults. Visit www.bmyork. wordpress.com

2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH YoUNG AT HEART, The Carlton Tavern, Acomb, 12noon-2.30 pm. Senior citizens lunch with free quiz, raffle and entertainment.

Call 07854 156726.

MARCH UNTIL 2ND NOVEMBER RoYAlS: THEN AND NoW, Beningbrough Hall. Enjoy some major contemporary royal portraits from the National Portrait Gallery in the lavish surroundings of Beningbrough Hall. This display marks the 300th anniversary of the accession of the house of Hanover.

Call 472027.

UNTIL 5TH MAY lINES IN THE lANDSCAPE ExHIBITIoN, National Railway Museum, 10am5pm. Together with Take a View and Network Rail, the NRM are hosting the finalists of the ‘Lines in the Landscape’ competition.

This exhibition depicts the speed and momentum of the railways against stunning landscapes.

Call 0844 8153139.

York Barbican 5 Goldfrapp Fibbers 3 Emma Stevens & Callum Rafferty 4 The Absolute Kinks 8 British Sea Power 10 Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit 11 The Toasters & The Delegators 12 RSJ & Very Special Guests 14 Raglans 15 Lostalone 17 Sky Larkin & Hoogerland 18 Us Amongst The Rest 23 Bob Log III & Thomas Traux 25 King No-one The Duchess 1 Emily and the Woods 2 Canterbury 4 An Evening with I Am

Kloot’s John Bramwell 5 Novana 7 Lanterns on the Lake 11 Brawlers & And the Hangnails 18 From The Jam 24 Scott Matthews Black Swam Folk Club 10 Alistair Anderson & Dan Walsh 24 The Short Sisters

NCEM 1 Vin Garbutt 4 John Bramwell 10 Mokoomba 14 Heidi Talbot 24 Remembering Abba 25 Mark Lockheart 30 The Sixteen and Eamonn Dougan Pocklington Arts Centre 3 The Dunwells 27 The Dunwells The Basement 9 The Puppeteers & Guests 11 Oedipus the King 16 Laura Stevenson 23 Sola Virtus & Guests 25 Atomic Raygun & The Patron Saints

Barbican: 0844 8542757.

The Duchess: 641413 Fibbers: 651250 Basement: 612940 Black Swan Folk Club: 679131 The National Centre For Early Music: 658338 Pocklington Arts Centre: 0175 9301547

5TH APRIL UNTIL 21ST APRIL 10AM-5.30PM

THE GREAT EASTER EGG HUNT / COME AND SEE OUR SHEEP LAMBING LIVE / BOTTLE FEED OUR LAMBS / EGG DECORATING COMPETITION / CHICKEN FLAPPIN’ / STROKE OUR BABY CHICKS / HOOK-A-DUCKLING / TRUFFLES TROUGH / FARM YARD TRAIL / GIANT SAND PIT / BARREL TRAIN / RIDE ON TRACTORS / ANIMAL PETTING BARN / CRAZY FARM GOLF / OLYM-PIGS ASSAULT COURSE / TRAILER RIDE / BOUNCING PILLOWS / GO-CARTS. Easter Hi, Egg-stravaganza I am Truffles, activities are all included welcome to my farm park. This in the entry price, so come season we will and spend the day. Entry be open everyday Price: Children £6.95, Adults from 29th March £5.95, Family Ticket £24. to 2nd Nov. Save with our annual membership scheme.

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ENTER BY 31ST MARCH ST lEoNARD’S HoSPICE MIDNIGHT WAlK, York College. Taking place on 21st June, the women-only event will kick-off with a hip and happening 60s party, before everyone sets off on the fund-raising walk. This will definitely be a night that won’t be soon forgotten.

Make sure you enter before the end of the month! To get your application form visit www.stleonardshospice.org.uk UNTIL 31ST ExHIBITIoN oF THREE loCAl ARTISTS, Mermaid and Miller, Swinegate, 10am4pm (Mon-Fri). Roger Baker, June Whittaker and Lin Taylor exhibit their art works on the walls of the shop. Email lindaataylor36@gmail.com 20TH-31ST YoRK lITERATURE FESTIVAl, across the city.

Festival 2014 will feature a fantastic range of headlining artists, including: renowned scientist Lord Robert Winston, BBC Radio 4 and Mastermind Presenter John Humphrys. Feminist Germaine Greer, ex-poet laureate Andrew Motion, political stalwart Alan Johnson and poet Roger McGough are also set to appear. Visit www.yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk

20TH oPEN DAY EVENT, Face Etc Medispa, Coppergate, 4-8pm. See live beauty demonstrations and enjoy free body consultations.

There will also be exclusive offers and discounts available on the night. Call 675222.

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23RD GoDS AND GoDDESSES MEMoRY BoxES, Yorkshire Museum, 11am3pm. Inspired by Greek mythology, professional artist and writer Griselda Goldsbrough helps you to create personal memory boxes using text, collage, objects and drawings.

Call 687633.

21ST, 26TH & 29TH lITERARY ToUR oF YoRK, meeting at Museum Gardens gates, 10.30am. A fascinating look at the authors and books inspired by York, from AngloSaxon Alcuin to the Brontes, Dickens and Robinson Crusoe – led by Yorkwalk. Part of the York Literature Festival.

Call 622303.

21ST EURoPEAN DAY oF EARlY MUSIC, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. Enjoy an evening of the music of Handel, Purcell, Castello and Bach in the company of early music specialists across Europe – all set in the mythical surroundings of the National Centre for Early Music on Walmgate. Call 658338.

21ST CoMEDY NIGHT, York Racecourse. More great comedy from Damion Larkin, Daliso Chaponda and Jon Pearson. Call 638971.

22ND-23RD SCIENCE THRoUGH STUNTS, National Railway Museum, 10am-6pm. The Savage Skills cycle stunt team that wowed the nation on ITV1’s Let’s Get Gold will be visiting, and with eight world and over 25 British Championship titles, you’re sure to see some of the most impressive tricks. Visit www.nrm.org.uk 22ND CoFFEE MoRNING, Haxby Memorial Hall, 10.30am. All proceeds will go toward the Raise the Roof Appeal. Visit www. haxbymemorialhall.org

22ND MARCH – 5TH NOVEMBER DUTY CAllS: CASTlE HoWARD IN TIME oF WAR, Castle Howard, 10am-5pm. While generations of Howard sons went to fight overseas the impact of war was often more powerfully felt at home. From Waterloo to World War Two, this exhibition explores the stories of Castle Howard in the time of war. Call 01653 648333.

22ND SoCK ToY MAKING, York Castle Museum, 10am-3pm.

Learn how to make your own simple soft toys out of little more than a pair of socks. Call 687633.

23RD BABY & ToDDlER NEARlY NEW SAlE, Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, 2-3.30pm. Many great pre-loved toys, clothes and nursery items for sale. Email emilypickard82@googlemail.com 23RD ART TEA oN ToUR, St Nicks Environment Centre, 11.30am-3.30pm. Take your picnic and work with Derbyshire recycled media artist, Nicky Ward, to create an amazing artwork using all the stuff you would ordinarily throw away. Call 411821.

23RD YoRK DoES VINTAGE WEDDING SPECIAl, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall. Expect an eclectic array of vintage and vintage inspired wedding stands, set in a building steeped in history. Alongside the friendly exhibitors, there will be a number of interactive elements, aimed to give you some fabulous inspiration for your special day. Visit www. britaindoesvintage.co.uk

23RD THE WEDDING AFFAIR, Talbot Hotel, Malton, 12noon-4pm. 30 fabulous wedding suppliers in a ‘Florida Marquee’. Call 236345.

25TH MARCH, 1ST & 8TH ApRIL TIBETAN PHIloSoPHY lECTURES, The Priory Street Centre. A series of three open lectures on Tibetan Psychology given by the Centre for Self Knowledge.

Call 07733 320613.

26TH THE ARTIST ExPlAINS, Yorkshire Museum, 12 noon.

Tony Mosley will be speaking on the subject of ‘The Importance of Tone’.

Call 635939.

27TH MARCH – 15TH JULY SHAKESPEARE’S FIRST FolIo, Yorkshire Museum, 10am-5pm. Regarded as one of the most important books in English literature, Shakespeare’s First Folio is a compilation of 36 works by the playwright. Currently only four copies are on display in the world – see one of them at the Yorkshire Museum.

Call 687687.

27TH MARCH – 12TH ApRIL MUSIC FoR PASSIoNTIDE, York Minster. Passiontide marks the start of Lent and special services at the Minster.

The dramatic musical story of the Passion of Christ is told through a festival of concerts performed by leading choirs such as York Musical Society, Chapter House Choir and St Peter’s School.

Visit www.yorkminster.org

28TH-30TH GREAT YoRKSHIRE MoToRHoME & CARAVAN SAlE, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, 9.30am-4.30pm.

This show will not only provide a huge range of both new and pre-owned models, but also intends to cater to all budgets with exclusive show deals and offers being available across the weekend.

Call 01778 391123.

29TH AN EVENING IN MUSICAl THEATRE lAND, The Guildhall, 7.30pm. Join the singers from the De Costa Academy for songs and excerpts from popular musicals – all in support of Breathe Easy.

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30TH MoTHER’S DAY lUNCH, York Racecourse. Bring together your family and loved ones to celebrate a very special Mother’s Day with a freshly prepared three course meal including a sumptuous carvery. There will also be a Children’s Corner featuring face painting, balloons and a mini disco. Call 638971.

30TH MoTHERING SUNDAY, York’s Chocolate Story, 10am-6pm. York’s Chocolate Story will be celebrating Mother’s Day with free entry to the attraction for all mothers.

Call 0845 4989411.

31ST WINDoWS 8 FoR THE oVER 50S, Explore York Library Learning Centre, 1-2pm. A free introduction to using Microsoft’s latest operating system. Call 552815.

2ND BloGGING FoR THE oVER 50S, Explore Tang Hall Library Learning Centre, 10am-12noon. A free introduction to sharing your hobbies, creativity or cherished memories in the form of an online journal.

Call 552655.

2ND oPEN EVENING, Access to Music, The Jam Factory, 5-7pm. Discover everything you need to know about the music academy’s courses starting in September 2014. Call 0800 281842.

3RD & 4TH USING lIBRARY & CoUNCIl SERVICES oNlINE, West Offices Reception, 10am-3pm. Two days of free drop in sessions to discover how the internet can help you use your local library and council services.

Call 553383.

APRIl 1ST THE oRIGINS oF YoRK: NEW THoUGHTS, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm.

A lecture by Dr Mark Whyman, York Archaeological Trust, hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society.

Call 656713.

1ST FACEBooK FoR THE oVER 50S, Explore Acomb Library Learning Centre, 2-3pm. A free introduction to the world’s favourite social network. Call 552651 2ND MANSIoN HoUSE TAlKS, Mansion House, St Helen’s Square, 12.30pm.

Peter Miller will be speaking on the subject of ‘Paintings on Loan in the Dining Room’ at the Mansion House.

Call 635939.

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FROM 4TH ApRIL TYRANICAl TUDoRS, York Dungeons. See the effects of tyrant King Henry VIII becoming head of the church and filling the crowns coffers. Meet the redundant washer servant of St Mary’s Abbey who has now become a dirty filthy peasant and is fighting for survival… Visit www.thedungeons.com/York 4TH ApRIL & 16TH MAY PHoToGRAPHY CoURSE WITH CHRIS CEASER, Castle Howard, 10.30am-5pm. Join award winning photographer Chris Ceaser on this one day course. To book, call 01653 648333.

4TH, 5TH, 6TH, 12TH & 13TH YoRK oPEN STUDIoS, across York. Find out more in our events Hotlist.

4TH STEVE KNIGHTlEY, Sheriff Hutton Village Hall.

Steve Knightley, a singersongwriter musician and one half of British acoustic roots duo Show of Hands, will entertain the crowds - all in aid of York Against Cancer.

Call 07973 157127.

5TH-27TH CHoColATE SPECTACUlAR, York’s Chocolate Story. Watch the expert team of chocolatiers create Easter eggs, and join in with the great Easter egg hunt. There’s no better place to spend Easter than at the home of chocolate in York! Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com

5TH-22ND EASTER HolIDAY FUN, Treasurer’s House, 11am4.30pm. Indulge in some treasure hunting this Easter by following clues and bunnies around the historic Treasurer’s House. Successful bunny hunters will be able to take away a chocolate treat.

Call 624247.

5TH-21ST TRAINS IN THE FRAME, National Railway Museum, 10am-6pm. Plenty of exciting family fun during the Easter holidays including a guess the objects trail around the museum featuring unusual photographs of the collection.

Visit www.nrm.org.uk 5TH-21ST EASTER AT THE CASTlE AND YoRKSHIRE MUSEUMS, 9.30am-5pm.

Celebrate Easter with York Museum’s Trust this year with an Easter Egg Hunt and a host of traditional activities.

Also, meet Shakespeare this Easter at the Yorkshire Museum. Call 687687.

5TH-21ST EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA, Piglets Adventure Farm Park, 10am-5.30pm. Enjoy an Easter egg hunt, pet the lambs and animals, decorate an egg, hook-a-duck, tractor ride-ons and all the usual farm-side fun. If you’re lucky you might also get a chance to see some lambs being born! Call 499183.

5TH-6TH CoUNTRY CRAFTS oPENING WEEKEND, Yorkshire Museum of Farming. The museum reopens for the 2014 season with specialist craft workers from a by-gone age and living history re-enactors on site Try some have-a-go activities and meet the animals.

Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk 5TH lATE MUSIC CoNCERTS, Unitarian Chapel, St Saviourgate, 7.30pm.

Sinead O’Kelly (voice), Sam Corkin (saxophone) and Timothy End (piano).

Visit www.latemusic.org

5TH RATPACK TRIBUTE NIGHT, York Racecourse, 7.30pm. The performers work hard to make sure that the audience get involved and truly make them feel part of the show, recreating a fun night with the famous trio at the Sands Hotel on the Vegas strip! Call 620911.

5TH FUN DAY GoES VINTAGE, Joseph Rowntree School, 11am-3pm. The Smiley Riley Fund is having a fun day! Get down for fun and games, as well as a live broadcast from Minster FM. Call 07818 506476.

5TH RICHARD III & HENRY VIII ExPERIENCES, Monk Bar & Micklegate Bar. Find out more in our events Hotlist.

6TH THE WEDDING AFFAIR, Newburgh Priory, Coxwold, 12noon-4pm. 35 of the finest wedding suppliers in a ‘Your Marquee’. Call 236345.

7TH-21ST EASTER HolIDAY ACTIVITIES, York Minster.

Children can enjoy themed Little Explorer Backpacks, Story Chest in the Children’s Chapel, and from Palm Sunday onwards there are free Easter Trails for children and families.

Visit. www.yorkminster.org

8TH ApRIL & 16TH MAY STABlE CoURTYARD MARKET, Castle Howard, 10am-5pm. Over 20 stalls selling a range of local products add a bustling feel to the Stable Courtyard.

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8TH BACK STAGE THEATRE ToUR, The Grand Opera House, 11am. Enjoy an hour long, back stage tour of the fascinating Grand Opera House theatre.

Call 0844 8713024.

9TH ART GAllERY TAlKS, Yorkshire Museum, 12.30pm.

Simon Spiers, the York Art Gallery’s MA student, will speak on his research work to date. Call 635939.

10TH AN EVENING oF MUSIC, Village Hall, Stockton on the Forest, 7.30pm. Enjoy the music of talented keyboard player Howard Beaumont, from the Scarborough Spa. Call 448178.

11TH SPRING QUIZ, York Sports Club, 7pm. Join the York RSPCA for a fun quiz. Bring a team of four, or join one on the night. The winner will get £50! Call 654949.

12TH HoBBY AND CRAFT FAIR, Folk Hall, New Earswick, 1-4pm. If you are looking to try a new hobby and want to meet new people from local groups, go and try your hand at bee keeping, rag-rugging, calligraphy, knitting and bowls.

Call 750537.

12TH-13TH YoRK HEAlTH AND HEAlING FESTIVAl, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm.

There will be 95 exhibition stands including therapy sessions, psychic mediums and artists, aura photography and so much more.

Call 01423 873259.

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13TH, 16TH, 19TH & 21ST CHoCCY AND SWEETIE ToUR, meeting at Museum Garden gates, Museum Street, 10.30am. A delicious tour led by Yorkwalk. Hear the history of Terrys and Rowntrees, visit chocolate and sweet shops and taste free samples. Call 622303.

13TH IAN WATSoN SPRING CUP RoAD RACES, Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough.

Exciting road races to enjoy.

Call 01723 373000.

13TH CRANK UP, York Castle Museum, 11am. Organised by members of the Yorkshire Area of the Military Vehicle Trust, this annual event sees the spring airing of military vehicles of all ages. Email chris-smyth@tiscali.co.uk 13TH WEDDING FAIR, The Hospitium, 11am-3pm.

Couples planning their wedding can go along to meet the York Venues team as well as a host of local wedding suppliers.

Call 687671.

14TH ANNUAl GENERAl MEETING, The Half Moon, Strensall, 7.30pm. Meeting for the Galtres Forest Branch of the RNLI. Call 490225.

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The Viking Centre turns 30!

Vikings will be setting up camp in Coppergate and the day will be marked with activities, presents, balloons and birthday cake. Visit www. jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk 15TH-20TH YoRK ART SoCIETY ExHIBITIoN, De Grey Rooms, 10am-5pm (3pm on 20th). An exhibition and sale of the society’s latest works, in this their 199th display. Visit www. yorkartsociety.blogspot.com

19TH-21ST EASTER WEEKEND FUN, Castle Howard, from 10am.

Thrilling ‘Lamb National’ Sheep Racing, sheepdog displays, Birds of Prey, interactive Easter trail and meet Molly the Rabbit. Call 01653 648333.

15TH IMPRoVING TREATMENTS, SAVING lIVES: The role of the Medical Physicist, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm. A lecture hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. Call 656713.

16TH DECoUPAGE EGG WoRKSHoP, The Flax & Twine, Shambles, 2-4pm.

Create vintage-style collage eggs to make an Easter egg tree for your home. They’ll have lots of whimsical images available to use, based on their own collection of vintage eggs.

To book, call 289151.

17TH FREE VAlUATIoN DAY, The Bar Convent, 11am3pm. Get your antiques, collectables and jewellery valued for free by the experts from Tennents Auctioneers.

Call 01423 531661.

18TH-21ST EASTER EGGSPloRER TRAIl, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-4pm. Put on your crown for an egg hunt fit for a Prince or Princess. Search the gardens and hall to solve the clues and earn your Cadbury Egghead prize. Call 472027.

18TH-21ST EASTER ACTIVITIES FoR FAMIlIES, Walled Gardens of Scampston, 10am-5pm.

An Easter quiz for families to do together in the Walled Garden. Search for the clues hidden around and see if you can answer the questions.

Call 01944 759111.

18TH-21ST YoRK CHoColATE FESTIVAl, Across the city. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

18TH-21ST EASTER EGG TRAIl, The Balloon Tree Farmshop, 9.30am-4.30pm. Learn about the various fruit and vegetables grown onsite and take a walk around the farm, following the ‘wabbit’ and answering the clues as you go.

Call 01759 373023.

19TH-21ST oPEN WEEKEND, Holgate Windmill, 11am4pm. Do something different to celebrate this Easter weekend by going to Holgate Windmill and learning all about the restored mill. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org

20TH-21ST EASTER CRAFT AND GIFT FESTIVAl, Duncombe Park, 10am4.30pm. Over 50 craft and gift stalls set amongst the beautiful surroundings of the hall. See our Shop Local feature earlier in the mag to get £1 off the admission price. Call 01274 835588.

19TH-21ST YoRK MoDEl RAIlWAY SHoW, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

20TH-21ST EASTER EGG HUNT, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am5pm. Pop along to Burton Agnes Hall over the Easter weekend and enjoy searching the grounds and woodland walk for chocolate Easter eggs. It’ll be fun for all the family.

Call 01262 490324.

19TH-20TH RIPlEY ANTIQUE FAIR, Ripley Town Hall, 10am4pm. A quality fair with items including decorative antiques, pottery, porcelain, glass and paintings.

Call 01423 889163.

19TH PEPPA PIG, Monks Cross Shopping Park, from 11am.

Peppa Pig will be appearing during story-time sessions led by a narrator. Call 623374.

19TH THE loRD MAYoR’S EASTER EGG HUNT, Collect your treasure sheet from Jorvik, 10am-1pm. Set out from the JORVIK Viking Centre on a city-wide quest for chocolate. Solve the puzzles to visit six locations around York, including the Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, with a treat at each stop and a special prize when you reach your final destination.

Visit www.jorvik-vikingcentre.co.uk

20TH-21ST EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA, Yorkshire Museum of Farming. See the Easter Bunny and follow the trail around the museum, and see the new spring livestock on site. There’ll also be a gun fight at the fort with real live cowboys and so much more.

Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk 20TH EASTER FAIR, RSPCA York Animal Home, 11am-3.30pm. Enjoy the usual stalls, games and refreshments, as well as the chance to see some of the lovely animals who need new homes. Call 654949.

20TH PlANT FAIR, Newburgh Priory, 11am-4pm. Buy beautiful, specialist plants, as well as enjoying the tearoom, house and grounds.

Call 01347 868372.

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25TH CHoIR CoNCERT, St Helen’s Church. City of York Council’s staff choir will be joined by Chor and More choir from Munster, Germany, for a performance.

Call 553428.

26TH-27TH ApRIL & 2ND-5TH MAY SPRING STEAM GAlA, North York Moors Railway, Pickering Station. Two great weekends for steam enthusiasts with a number of steam locomotives on the line. There will be lots of fun activities, including Scarborough & District Railway Modellers with model railway layout displays.

Visit www.nymr.co.uk

26TH-27TH THE FESTIVAl oF VINTAGE, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm. This is the ultimate vintage festival celebrating vintage music, vintage fashion and vintage life in the 1930-60s. Lots of shopping stalls and entertainment will make this the perfect weekend. Visit www.festivalofvintage.co.uk 26TH-27TH THE GREAT ANTIQUES FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, 9am-5pm. A quality indoor and outdoor event. This great fair is set in the fabulous Bramham Hall Exhibition Centre and Millennium Grandstand with numerous outside pitches. Visit www.jaguarfairs.com

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26TH QUAKER QUEST, Quaker Meeting House, 9.30am4pm. Seeking a spiritual path?

Find out about the Quaker way of worship and witness.

Call 624065.

26TH oPEN DAY, Style Flooring, Heworth, 10am-3pm. See the latest colours and styles of Farrow & Ball paint and wallpapers. There’ll be lots of offers available on the day as well. Call 289266.

27TH FRoM YoRKSHIRE WITH loVE, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, 11am-4.30pm. A vibrant shopping event showcasing some of Yorkshire’s finest home-grown talent, selling beautiful contemporary crafts, artisan foods, and affordable art. Visit www. madelocallywithlove.co.uk 27TH ANNUAl SPoNSoRED DoG WAlK, The Knavesmire. Join in with the fun thanks to Age UK York, to be opened

by William Darby, Clerk to York Racecourse. Entry forms from keepyourpet@ ageukyork.org.uk 29TH PlASMA PHYSICS MEETS MICRoBIoloGY To FIGHT INFECTIoUS DISEASES, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm. Hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. Call 656713.

30TH JoHN BUTT, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York. John Butt combines an academic career – he is the Gardiner Chair of Music at the University of Glasgow – with performance. He is an organist and harpsichordist, and Music Director of the Dunedin Consort.

Call 322447.

MAY 2ND-5TH HARRoGATE ANTIQUE AND FINE ART FAIR, Harrogate International Centre, 11am-6pm.

Encompassing a huge variety of periods, trends and styles, the Fair re-asserts its position each spring as one of the finest fairs in the country. Visit www.harrogateantiquefair. com

3RD-5TH HAxBY AND WIGGINToN METHoDIST CHURCH SCARECRoW FESTIVAl, Haxby and Wigginton. There will be trails of varying lengths around Haxby and Wigginton and these will be on sale in the church 10.00 am to 4.30 pm. All proceeds from the festival will be shared between the Martin House Childrens’ Hospice and local voluntary organisations.

Call 761262.

3RD-5TH MAY SCARECRoW TRAIl, Dunnington. Lots of scarecrows to find in the village, with refreshments and trail maps available from St Nicholas Church.

Call 488331.

3RD-5TH DAlES FESTIVAl oF FooD AND DRINK, Leyburn. The Food Hall will once again host a variety of traders to delight your taste buds and the Beer Tent will be serving a selection of real ales and ciders from local producers. Authors Gervase Phinn and Neil Hanson will also be making an appearance.

Call 07909 586358.

3RD-4TH SCARBoRoUGH FESTIVAl oF SPEED, Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough.

Enjoy exciting car and bike hillclimb races.

Call 01723 373000.

4TH Yo1 FESTIVAl, The Knavesmire, from 11.30am. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

10TH-11TH PlANT SAlE, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-4pm. Take a bit of Beningbrough home with you, as the popular plant sale returns. Plus there will be the chance to pose your green fingered questions to the gardening team.

Call 472027.

10TH GRAND CoFFEE MoRNING/ INFoRMATIoN EVENT, The Guildhall, 9.30am. Find out about RSPCA York’s work and proposed refurbishment appeal, and help raise funds at the same time. Stalls to include cakes, crafts, books, refreshments and a raffle.

Call 654949.

11TH FEJES QUARTET, York Unitarian Chapel, 7.30pm. The worldrenowned quartet perform selected works from Mozart, Christopher Wright and Shostakovich. Call 693427.

13TH THE RoMAN RoADSIDE SETTlEMENT AT HEAlAM BRIDGE, Tempest Anderson Hall, Yorkshire Museum, 7.30pm.

A lecture by Richard Fraser, Director, Northern Archaeological Associates, hosted by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society.

Call 656713.

16TH MAY – 7TH SEpTEMBER oPEN FoR BUSINESS, National Railway Museum, 10am-6pm. A major touring photographic exhibition that reveals the untold story of British manufacturing and industry through the lens of some of the world’s greatest photographers.

Call 0844 8153139.

16TH MAY – 30TH AUGUST SETTING THE SCENE, National Quilt Museum. An exhibition of period quilts and costumes from historical TV drama. Call 613242.

16TH DANCNG oN THE GREEN, New Earswick Bowls Club, 7.30pm. Enjoy some 1940s classics, boogiewoogie, Western swing and more. Call 750230.

17TH-18TH FAMIlY VolUNTEERING WEEKEND, North York Moors Railway, Levisham Station, 9am. There will be the Junior Volunteers Group and Levisham Station Group there so you will be in good company. Call 07807 326089.

21ST-25TH BEVERlEY & EAST RIDING EARlY MUSIC FESTIVAl. Guest artists will include soprano Elin Manahan Thomas and lutenist David Miller.

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25th June Jessie J 27th June McBusted 28th June last Night of the Proms 12th July Status Quo 26th July Boyzone 2nd August legends of Pop Visit www. scarboroughopenairtheatre.com

FROM 1ST JULY WHITBY IN 1914, Whitby Museum, 9.30am-4.30pm (excl. Mon). Many varied and interesting exhibits on show, commemorating a century since the start of World War One. Visit www. whitbymuseum.org.uk

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Harrogate Farmers’ Market; Cambridge Street; second Thursday of every month, 9am-3pm.

Helmsley Market; Market Square; every Friday.

Kirkbymoorside Market; Main Street; every Wednesday.

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market; Market Place; third Sunday of every month, 9am-2pm.

Knaresborough Town Market; Market Place; every Wednesday, 8.30am-4pm.

Malton Market; Market Place; every Saturday.

Newgate Market; off Parliament Street; 9am-4pm Sunday-Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday.

Spreading their wings Makeovers are always exciting, so we're curious to see what new owners Simon and Julie have done with The White Swan at Thornton-Le-Clay. As well as completely refurbishing the bar and dining area, the couple have revamped the menu (warm salad of belly pork with chorizo, anyone?) and the pub is already becoming a hot topic of conversation in

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It might be easy to underestimate The Bay Horse at Murton. The quality restaurant offers free kids meals, as well as a weekly quiz every Wednesday – just what you want in a local. But what really makes this place stand out is the food, with adventurous daily specials and a chef who is happy to create special orders that aren't on the menu. Our Gini was so impressed after her visit that it was a full fortnight before she stopped talking incessantly about the “to die for” salmon and prawn risotto that was created especially for her. We still catch her looking out of the window with a wistful look in her eye.

Right, there's only one thing for it – we're off on an office outing to The Bay Horse! n Call 488286.

Find yourself living for the weekend? The folks at The Drovers Arms Country Pub at Skipwith are on a mission to change that. Their mid-week offers are sure to make every day less 'everyday'. Believe it or not, you might even find yourself looking forward to Monday (we know, shock horror!) when you'll be able to enjoy 20% off your food bill all day long.

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Otley Farmers’ Market; Market Place; last Sunday of every month, 9am-1pm.

Pickering Market; Market Place; every Monday.

Ripon Market; Market Square; every Thursday, 8.30am-4pm.

Selby Farmers’ Market; Market Place, Gowthorpe; 2nd April.

Selby Town Market; split across two sites in town centre; every Monday.

Skipton Market; High Street; Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9.30am-4.30pm.

York Chocolate Festival; across the city; 18th-21st April.

York Easter Week Made in Yorkshire event; Parliament Street; 9th-13th April, 10am-5pm.

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A charity, the Barnabas Café was set up to enhance the local area and give the community a central focal point. They source their coffee beans from a local roaster (which we think sounds like a great job) and serve the best of British teas and cakes. The whole café is run by dedicated volunteers and the upstairs Barnabas Centre holds a venue for events and performances. n Find out more at www.facebook.com/barnabascafe

Piece of cake With programmes like the Great British Bake Off inspiring more and more of us to dig out the mixing bowl, ensuring our baked goodies are presented beautifully is becoming a national obsession. And luckily for us Yorkies, the rather marvellous new cake décor emporium Iced Yorkshire offers both supplies and classes galore! Join Berwick Kaler for bubbly – and cake, of course – as he officially opens the business at the Grand Opening on 26th April from 11am-4pm. Iced Yorkshire is based on Stockton Lane next to Deans Garden Centre. n Visit www.icedyorkshire.com or call 07769 597628.

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