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This is a great time of year to visit our gorgeous city, least of all because this is where the first ever Easter egg was invented. It’s true... in 1798 a local woman called Esther Burnay decorated an ostrich egg and threw it at the Archbishop of York. The tradition soon caught on (the decorating bit, thankfully for the clergy of York not the throwing part) until it was decided to make the eggs out of chocolate following the Great Ostrich Draught of 1853. Incidentally, York is also where the first April Fool joke was cracked.
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But seriously there are some great things happening this month. If you are here at the beginning of April then it really is important to get you, your family, your friends and any strangers you might meet, to Monk Bar and Mickelgate Bar from the 5th. Both ancient gateways in the medieval walls have recently been kitted out with new displays and exhibitions telling the stories of Kings Richard III and Henry VII. Considering the new museums have been created by the bods of the Jorvik Viking Centre, you know you’re in for a historical treat.
If you’re here at the end of the month, then don’t worry, you haven’t missed thing. You might notice that a few more people are wandering around with silly grins on their faces; this is because of the York Chocolate Festival. Taking place between 18th and 21st April, the festival will celebrate all that is great about York’s connection to choccy... with quite a bit of sampling along the way. For quality control, obviously. Whatever you do, keep us in your back pocket, and enjoy!
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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 01904 551355. Yorkwalk, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks. Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk or call 01904 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 01904 615505. 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.
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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 night-time floodlit cruises. Call 01904 628324.
THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER ALPACA WALKS, Beacon Alpacas, near Thirsk. A relaxing Alpaca walk is a great experience, getting up close and learning about these fascinating creatures. Visit www.beaconalpacas.co.uk
EVERY SATURDAY UNTIL 29TH MARCH YORK FLEA MARKET, Scarcroft School, 10am-4pm. Indoor thrift market with crafts and second hand goods. Visit www.yorkfleamarket.co.uk
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EVERY SUNDAY GIANT CARBOOT SALE, Home Farm, Wigginton, 7am-1pm. Opening from Easter Sunday 20th April. Call 768463. 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 01904 416244. 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 01904 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.
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 01904 472027. UNTIL 5th MAY Lines in the Landscape Exhibition, National Railway Museum, 10am-5pm. 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. ENTER BY 31st MARCH ST LEONARD’S HOSPICE MIDNIGHT WALK, from 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
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York UNTIL 31st exhibition of three local Artists, Mermaid and Miller, Swinegate, 10am-4pm (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
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.
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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 01904 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, 9.30am4.30pm. 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. Call 01904 610341.
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 01904 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.
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 01904 656713. 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 01904 635939. 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
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in 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. This is a great chance to visit over 70 working artists and see the quality of artwork that is being created in York, including sculpture, printmaking, painting, traditional crafts, illustration, textiles and ceramics. Visit www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk 4th Steve Knightley, Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Steve Knightley, a singer-songwriter 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, 11am-4.30pm. 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 01904 624247. 8
5th-21st Trains in the Frame, National Railway Museum, 10am6pm. 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 01904 687687. 5th-21st EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA, Piglets Adventure Farm Park, 10am5.30pm. Enjoy an Easter egg hunt, pet the lambs and animals, decorate an egg, hook-a-duck, tractor rideons and all the usual farm-side fun. If you’re lucky you might also get a chance to see some lambs being born! Call 01904 499183. 5th-6th COUNTRY CRAFTS OPENING WEEKEND, Yorkshire Museum of Farming. The museum re-opens 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 01904 620911. 5th FUN DAY GOES VINTAGE, Joseph Rowntree School, 11am3pm. 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 VII EXPERIENCES, Monk Bar & Micklegate Bar. 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! Visit www.thejorvikgroup.com 6th THE WEDDING AFFAIR, Newburgh Priory, Coxwold, 12noon-4pm. 35 of the finest wedding suppliers in a ‘Your Marquee’. Call 01904 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
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Over 100 stalls selling fashion, interiors & more
VINTAGE CLUBS & ACTIVITIES Meet Vintage Groups, Collectors and Magazines
BEST DRESSED COMPETITION Come dressed in your finest & enter our competition. Cash prizes to be won!
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Visit the Make Do & Mend corner and make your own vintage inspired crafts to take home
HOME AND LIFESTYLE
Inspiration & Experts to help you create a Vintage Home. Enjoy displays showing how we used to live
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Watch short films, adverts & family home movies from a bygone era
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CLASSIC VEHICLE DISPLAYS, FASHION SHOWS & MORE! STANDARD WEEKEND PASS (in advance)
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 8th APRIL & 16th MAY Stable Courtyard Market, Castle Howard, 10am5pm. Over 20 stalls selling a range of local products add a bustling feel to the Stable Courtyard. Call 01653 648333.
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. 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 01904 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 01904 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 01904 750537. 10
12th-13th YORK HEALTH AND HEALING FESTIVAL, York Racecourse, 10am5pm. There will be 95 exhibition stands including therapy sessions, psychic mediums and artists, aura photography and so much more. Call 01423 873259. 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 01904 622303. 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 01904 687671. 14th Happy Birthday JORVIK! Jorvik Viking Centre. 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
16th Decoupage Egg Workshop, The Flax & Twine, Shambles, 2-4pm. Create vintagestyle 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 01904 289151. 17th FREE VALUATION DAY, The Bar Convent, 11am-3pm. 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 01904 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. 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. Visit www.yorkchocolatefestival.co.uk
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 18th-21st Easter egg trail, The Balloon Tree Farmshop, 9.30am4.30pm. 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, 11am-4pm. Do something different to celebrate this Easter weekend by going to Holgate Windmill and learning all about the restored mill. Visit www. holgatewindmill.org 19th-21st YORK MODEL RAILWAY SHOW, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm. 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. There will be a range of trade displays, together with stands covering the many specialist societies within modelling. Visit www.yorkshow.org.uk 19th-20th Ripley Antique Fair, Ripley Town Hall, 10am-4pm. A quality fair with items including decorative antiques, pottery, porcelain, glass and paintings. Call 01423 889163. 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-viking-centre.co.uk 12
19th Peppa Pig, Monks Cross Shopping Park, from 11am. Peppa Pig will be appearing during storytime sessions led by a narrator. Call 01904 623374. 20th-21st EASTER CRAFT AND GIFT FESTIVAL, Duncombe Park, 10am-4.30pm. 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. 20th-21st EASTER EGG HUNT, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-5pm. 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. 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 01904 654949. 20th PLANT FAIR, Newburgh Priory, 11am-4pm. Buy beautiful, specialist plants, as well as enjoying the tearoom, house and grounds. Call 01347 868372.
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 01904 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 193060s. 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 27th From Yorkshire With Love, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, 11am-4.30pm. A vibrant shopping event showcasing some of Yorkshire’s finest homegrown talent, selling beautiful contemporary crafts, artisan foods, and affordable art. Visit www.madelocallywithlove.co.uk
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 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 01904 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 01904 761262. 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. 14
3rd-5th Scarecrow Trail, Dunnington. Lots of scarecrows to find in the Village, with refreshments and trail maps available from St Nicholas Church. Call 01904 488331. 4th YO1 FESTIVAL, The Knavesmire, from 11.30am. The YO1 Festival launches the season of festivals on 4th May by bringing together eight fantastic stages of music, a mini street food festival and a craft beer tent. Acts already confirmed include De La Soul, Mistajam, Ame, Kryder, Danny Howard, Bicep, Futuristic Polar Bears and many more. With plenty to do for the whole family, including great food and drink, this will be one day to remember. Visit www.yo1events.co.uk 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 01904 472027. 11th FEJES QUARTET, York Unitarian Chapel, 7.30pm. The worldrenowned quartet perform selected works from Mozart, Christopher Wright and Shostakovich. Call 01904 693427. 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 dramas including Downton Abbey, Pride and Prejudice, and The Portrait of a Lady. Call 01904 613242. 16th DANCNG ON THE GREEN, New Earswick Bowls Club, 7.30pm. Enjoy some 1940s classics, boogie-woogie, Western swing and more. Call 01904 750230. 17th-18th Family Volunteering Weekend, North York Moors Railway, Levisham Station, 9am. There will be a number of young people and families from 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, lutenist David Miller and the Society of Strange and Ancient Instruments as well as many more. Visit www.ncem.co.uk/bemf 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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199th Exhibition Exhibition and Sale of Original Artwork, Prints and Cards Tuesday the 15th thru Saturday the 19th of April 10:00 to 17:00 daily Sunday the 20th of April 10:00 to 15:00
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Grand Opera House To book: 0844 8713024.
York Barbican To Book: 0844 8542757
Agatha Christie's Black Coffee (31st March-5th April)
Peter Pan (6th April)
In the first play ever written by Agatha Christie we are introduced to a character who went on to become the most famous detective of all time, Hercule Poirot, and the only fictional character ever to receive a full-page obituary in the New York Times.
Tonight's the Night (28th April-3rd May)
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 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.
Tinker Bell, the Lost Children, Tiger Lily, Nana the dog, mermaids, pirates, Smee and, of course, the deadly Captain Hook. Starring comedy legend Bobby Davro as Smee and Dani Harmer as Wendy.
Joseph Rowntree Theatre To book: 623568
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, set against the background of the cobbled streets of Paris to the mountains of the Pyrenees.
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Theatre Royal To book: 623568.
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 Play That Goes Wrong (8th-12th April)
The Gonodoliers (26th April)
This brilliant 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.
Join the Jorvik Gilbert & Sullivan Company for an evening in the Venetian lagoon as they perform The Gondoliers as a concert performance.
Under Milk Wood (22nd-26th April)
Based on the book Anna and The King of Siam, the show follows the journey of an English teacher 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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The King and I (30th April-3rd May)
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www.20thCenturyBoyTheMusical.co.uk
Written by Peter Rowe In association with Gary Lloyd Based on an original idea by Brian Dunham, Colin Giffin and Nicky Graham Direction and Choreography by Gary Lloyd
MON 26 – SAT 31 MAY 0844 871 3024* www.atgtickets.com/york*
*booking fees
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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York Wide range of quality antiques, reproduction pieces & gift items in stock
B I S H O P G AT E ANTIQUES
23-24 Bishopgate Street, Bishopthorpe Road, York Telephone: 01904 623893
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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.
PIGLETS AT THE FARMER’S CART, TOWTHORPE GRANGE, TOWTHORPE MOOR LANE, YORK YO32 9ST T: 01904 499183 WWW.THEFARMERSCART.CO.UK WWW.PIGLETSFARMPARK.CO.UK
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Razz Minis
for budding young artists aged 4-5 years
Come and join in the fun!
Tel: 01904 628324
www.yorkboat.co.uk
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Easter fun
Treasurer's House 5-22 April Sat -Thurs 11am4.30pm Have fun solving clues and spotting bunnies as you enjoy the Easter eggsporer trail through the house.
check the website for opening times and dates nationaltrust.org.uk/treasurershouse
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Dales Festival of Food and Drink 3rd, 4th, 5th May 2014 The North’s Premier Food and Drink Event including the Yorkshire Dales Real Ale Festival
At Leyburn, in the heart of Wensleydale A great family day out! • Free cookery demonstrations • 70+ food stalls • Live music all day, and every day • Celebrity talks • “Farming for Food” area • A choice of caterers • Fairground attractions 10.00 am to 5.00 pm each day – Parking free Adults £8 - 3-day ticket £14, Accompanied under 16’s free
www.dalesfestivaloffood.org
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Demonstrations by expert modellers - show you how! TRADE STANDS to supply ALL your modelling needs! Scale & Preservation Societies!
(Monday close 4.30 pm)
Parking for over 800 cars!
At the KNAVESMIRE STAND York Racecourse YO23 1EX Signposted from the A64 and York Outer Ring Road (Special bus service from opposite York Railway Station every 15 - 30 mins)
Full Refreshment Service and Bar Facilities
(*Estimated Numbers)
EASTER Saturday, Sunday & Monday April 19th, 20th & 21st 2014 ADMISSION PRICES (Cash Only) Adult £8, Child £4, Family (2A+3C) £20 (In Advance Adult £7, Child £4, Family £18)
Bradstone Quarry
Photo: Derek Shore courtesy of Railway Modeller
Visit our website at www.yorkshow.org.uk
Advanced Booking. Send an SAE for reply and make Cheque/P.O. payable to York Model Railway Show Mr Peter J Leadley, Mount Pleasant, North End, Goxhill, Barrow upon Humber DN19 7JN
or contact the Show Manager. Email: yorkshow@malscrimshaw.karoo.co.uk
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Our Easter Eggstravaganza Sunday 20th April – Monday 21st April
Meet the Easter Bunny and follow the trail New Spring Livestock on site Gun fight at the fort with real live cowboys and much more
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Located in the heart of York 2 mins from the Minster Homemade, delicious food served 10am-9pm daily Free function room hire CAMRA pub of the season winter 2013/2014 6 real ales and cider Cask mark accreditation
Call 01904 628869 or visit www.royaloakyork.co.uk
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Second-hand music at bargain prices. Impressive display of new & second-hand books
51 Walmgate, York Tues-Sat 10.00am-5.30pm
Harlequin ANTIQUES
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Located just six miles away from the historic city of York, and set in the most glorious location, you can relax in the peace and tranquillity of this stunning country holiday park.
Goosewood Holiday Park, Sutton-on-the-Forest, YORK. YO61 1ET
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NEW SHOW!
THE TUDORS ARE COMING THIS EASTER!
Join the Traitors Rebellion as Henry VIII brings the wrath of the Tudors against the City of York
2 For 1 Promotional Voucher 12 Clifford Street, York YO1 9RD Tel: 01904 632599 • thedungeons.com/york
Terms and Conditions: This voucher is valid for one free admission when one of equal or greater value is purchased to The York Dungeon. This offer is not valid in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or voucher and cannot be used for priority entrance. This voucher is valid until 31.12.14 (excluding 25.12.14). Dates & prices subject to change - check opening dates and times online before you visit at thedungeons.com/york. This voucher has no cash alternative, is non refundable and non exchangeable. Only one voucher permitted per transaction. Photocopies are not accepted. The Dungeon reserves the right to alter, close or remove exhibits without prior notice for technical, operational or other reasons, and no refunds can be given in these circumstances. The Dungeon reserves the right to refuse entry without explanation. The York Dungeon is not recommended for children under the age of 10 years. Ref: LocalLinkEaster14
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