What's On York Guide July 2014

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A wheely good month We can’t be sure how you arrived in our fair city, but we’re certain of one thing; you’ll probably be leaving on a bike. July is cycle-crazy here in the capital of the North, as on 6th July the second stage of the Grand Depart will belt through our winding and beautiful streets. You can watch it all begin at York Racecourse, or indeed catch a glimpse of the peloton as the cyclists dash through the city centre.

The weekend of the 6th July will be chock-a-block with cycling-themed events of all shapes and sizes. We’re especially looking forward to Pop in for ious some delic e a homem d s e k a c

The Grand Departy Concert on the 4th at Huntington Stadium, and not just because of the clever name. Performing will be Union J, Russell Watson, Rough Copy and a host of local talent.

But if you’re looking for something a little more ‘classically York’, then there is nothing more traditional than the centuries-old York Mystery Plays. On the 13th and 20th of the month you can follow the procession of wagons around the city, as they stop at various locations and perform the ancient works. If you see the plays from the start you get to meet God!

Does any other city offer that?

No. So whatever you’re up to this month, may we heartily welcome you to our city and hope you have a corker of a time. By the way, despite what we said, if you live in China, please don’t try to go home on a bike. It will take ages.

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What’s on in 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. www.york.gov.uk or call 551355.

1914: WHEN THE WORLD CHANGED FOREVER, York Castle Museum. The terror of total war and its revolutionary impact on life around the world is explored in this major new exhibition marking the centenary of the First World War. It will tell the fascinating stories of the Yorkshire people who lived and died during the war that they said would end all wars. www. yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk YORKWALK, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks. 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. www.yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011.

FRESH PRODUCE, The Balloon Tree Farm Shop, 9am-5pm. The award winning farmshop – and a new café – has a wide selection of good value, quality home-grown produce all under one roof. Pet the animals and this month there is fresh home-grown rasberries on sale, and prepare to get picking your own strawberries as well!

Call 01759 373023.

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… www.thedungeons.com/York MUSKET AND MUSLIN HISTORICAL WALKS, Clifford’s Tower, 7.30pm. Tuesdays Wars of the Roses, Wednesdays Georgian York and Thursdays Naughty Victorians. Call 416244. www.musketandmuslin.co.uk

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 890631.

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? 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.

JUNE UNTIL 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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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 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.

UNTIL 30th AUGUST TEXTILES EXHIBITIONS, National Quilt Museum. Setting the Scene is an exhibition of period quilts and costumes from historical TV dramas including Downton Abbey, Pride and Prejudice, and The Portrait of a Lady, and Dressed to Quilt challenges perceptions of quilting in its traditional sense as well as our expectations of the classic dress silhouette.

Call 613242.

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UNTIL 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.

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ALL THINGS CYCLING EXHIBITION, The Blossom Street Gallery. Works of art relating to cycling, the route through Yorkshire and the prestigious event itself. Visit www.blossomstreetgalleryand framing.com CELEBRATING THE ROUTE OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE, Kentmere Gallery, Scarcroft Hill. A continually changing exhibition of exciting and original contemporary paintings. Visit www. kentmerehouse.co.uk

MALTON SHOW, Scampston Park. Enjoy all the agricultural attractions, as well as MSI MotoStunts International Motorbike Display Team, Elaine Hill Sheepdog Display, Whitby Falconers, Artist Blacksmith, and much more. www.maltonshow.com

J U LY 2nd GRAND BAL DES OFFICIERS FRANÇAIS, The De Grey Rooms. A spectacular Gala Ball in the exact location where the French airman danced 70 years ago. www.yorkshireairmuseum.org FROM NORTHMEN TO NORMANS, DIG, 7pm. This talk

by Dr David Petts will explore the impact of the Vikings on the landscape and culture of France.

Call 615505.

4th-6th LE TOUR CELEBRATION DINNER, The Grange Hotel, 6.30pm. A four course journey showcasing the finest produce Yorkshire can offer with a French cheese extravaganza and coffee for dessert. Call 644744.

4th GRAND DEPART DINNER, Middlethorpe Hall & Spa. Follow the route of the world’s greatest cycle race with a gastronomic experience! Wines will be chosen from wineries along the course, starting with a sparkling wine from Yorkshire, and taking in eastern and southern France, plus of course the Champagne region.

Call 661301.

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 6th MUSIC NIGHT, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, 7.30pm.

Featuring The Tuesday Singers, Jo Pears, Yvonne Garside, George Horne, Ken Humphries and Adrian Clay. Call 639117.

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4th GRAND DÉPARTY CONCERT, Huntington Stadium, 4.30pm.

With the Tour de France starting in Yorkshire this year, everyone has gone a bit bike mad. But those for whom the allure of the saddle is slightly less appealing than the allure of live music played loudly, we offer you the Grand Departy at Huntington Stadium on 4th July.

A sparkling line-up including Russell Watson, X Factor favourites Rough Copy and Union J, and Kian Egan from Westlife will kick off the weekend of cycling-themed celebrations. Also performing will be York-based singer/songwriter Alistair Griffin, The Loveable Rouges, Eylar Fox, and some bands straight from the 80s, Altered Images, Brother Beyond and the Blow Monkeys. n Tickets are available www.ticketline.co.uk

DUNCOMBE PARK STEAM RALLY, Duncombe Park. The event attracts almost 50 full size steamers, more than 30 miniatures, 200 plus Tractors and stationary engines, and also 150 Vintage Cars and motorcycles. There’ll be craft and trade stands, refreshments, and also a licensed bar with evening entertainment. www.gytec.weebly.com

9th WILDLIFE WALK, meeting at Flask Inn, in the layby on the Whitby to Scarborough Road, 10am. A walk at Jugger Howe, Fylingdales Moor, with Tanya Eyre of the Hawk and Owl Trust, and also the River Foss Society. Call 764702.

5th THE FORESTERS IN CONCERT, Haxby Memorial Hall, 7.30pm.

The blend of folk, country, humour, monologues has an appeal to a wide ranging audience.

10th-19th www.haxbymemorialhall.org YORK EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2014, National Centre for Early SUMMER FESTA ITALIANA, 5th-6th & 19th-20th Music. The 2014 Festival brings English Martyrs Parish Hall, Dalton OPEN WEEKENDS, Holgate together a wealth of intermingled Terrace, 6.30pm. The York AngloWindmill, 11am-4pm. The sails on themes. One is the music of Spain Italian Society welcomes you to a the windmill have been decorated and the Catholic music which so hog roast and music from Steve with yellow bunting to celebrate Cassidy and his band. Call 769452. brilliantly evokes the warmth and the Grand Depart and inside the colour of this remarkable country; a mill there is also a special exhibition second theme celebrates a wealth LATE MUSIC, York Unitarian about Cogs. of anniversaries from Bach, Jomeli, Chapel, 7.30pm. The Late Music www.holgatewindmill.org Locatelli and Leclair, with the Festival Ensemble, conducted by James culminating in a celebration of Whittle, perform. youth – highlighting the winners of 5th-6th www.latemusic.org the 2013 YEM International Young TOUR DE FRANCE Artists Competition.

CELEBRATION WEEKEND, 6th & 20th Visit www.ncem.co.uk National Railway Museum, 10amDRIFFIELD SALVATION ARMY 6pm. Watch the Grand Depart live BRASS QUARTET, Burton Agnes on the big screen in Station Hall. In Hall. Visitors are welcomed to South Yard, there will be a selection relax and enjoy the performances of rail bikes being demonstrated and surrounded by serene gardens in full adventurous visitors can even have a bloom. Call 01262 490324. go at riding one! www.nrm.org.uk

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 11th THE STRAIGHT STORY, South Bank Community Cinema, Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, 7.30pm. The community cinema group present Davis Lynch’s take on the road movie which sees a man travelling across America by tractor to visit his ill brother. Visit www.sbcommunity cinema.co.uk

THE SUMMER EXHIBITION Pyramid Gallery, York includes 32 small paintings by Wensleydale artist Piers Browne with sculpture

by Jonathon Newdick, glass by Jonathon Rogers and pottery by David Worsley. Opening on friday 11th July at 6pm and running daily 10am to 5pm until 2 September.

Images may be seen at www. pyramidgallery.com 12th DEMENTIA FAMILY DAY, New Earswick Bowling Club, 10am12noon. Home Care Specialists Helping Hands host a welcoming event about dealing with family members with dementia. Call 08081 611628.

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THIRSK PICNIC IN THE PARK, Thirsk Hall, from 5pm.

Be entertained by a Rod Stewart tribute act, as well as Andy Barker Sings – all in aid of Action Medical Research. Visit www. thirskpicnicinthepark.co.uk 12th JULY-1st SEPTEMBER YORK MAZE, Elvington.

It might be corn-fusing right now, but soon all will be revealed about the theme of this year’s York Maze.

The field just outside of the city in Elvington will once again play host to the UK’s largest maize maze, not to mention a bevy of fun and games including rides and attractions, and – new to 2014 – the Mineshaft Maze! www.yorkmaze.com 13th CHARITY CAR BOOT SALE, Sledmere House, 9am-3pm.

Over 100 stalls, complete with refreshments and a grand raffle, all in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Call 01377 236637.

YORK ROTARY DRAGON BOAT CHALLENGE, around Lendal Bridge, from 10am (Grand Finale 3.30pm). Lots of teams will battle it out between Scarborough Railway Bridge and Lendal Bridge in their ferocious dragon boats.

Drawn from local businesses and organisations, the teams will strive to win the Challenge Trophy, as well as the cups for the fastest charity team, fastest armed services team, and the ever popular best dressed team trophy.

Visit www.yorkrotary.co.uk

13th-14th CLASSIC CARS AND VEHICLES, North York Moors Railway. Enjoy a weekend recalling motoring memories from the past with spectacular cars, vehicles and motorbikes on display at Levisham, Goathland and Grosmont stations.

Visit www.nymr.co.uk

13th & 20th YORK MYSTERY PLAYS 2014, One of the great theatrical traditions of York, the waggoncarried York Mystery Play Cycle is once again returning to the streets of the city from noon on 13th and 20th July. Staged on pageant waggons, this city-wide event that dates back hundreds of years will see 12 plays performed at four locations and involves around 600 local volunteers.

The plays are performed by the city’s guilds and companies, just as they have been since the very beginning. Also, medieval musicians will accompany the procession as the actors and sets move from location to location, making it a wonderfully immersive experience for people of all ages. www.yorkmysteryplays.co.uk

15th JULY–10th AUGUST THE GREAT OUTDOORS, Blossom Street Gallery. A nature focussed exhibition, highlighting the beauty of the outdoors and celebrating the changing seasons. www.blossomstreetgallery andframing.com

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MOTORCYCLES ROAD RACES

Cock of the North

Continental Road Races

19 – 20 July

Adults £6.00 Seniors £5.50 Children £3.50 under 5's free

Call 01262 490324 or visit burtonagnes.com

www.auto66.com Tel 01723 373000

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 17th RYEDALE FESTIVAL: TRIPLE CONCERT, Castle Howard, 7pm. In the Long Gallery BBC New Generation Artist Elena Urioste, in the Chapel The Marian Consort, and in The Great Hall Norwegian musician and entertainer, Stian Carstensen will perform on a range of instruments including Bulgarian flute, banjo and according. www.castlehoward.co.uk 18th DANCING ON THE GREEN, New Earswick Bowls Club. Music to dance to for all tastes performed by Steve Cassidy and supported by DJ Johnny Whiteshoes. Call 750230.

IN THE STEPS OF THE MYSTERY PLAYS, meeting by Museum Gardens gates, 10.30am.

Follow YorkWalk on the exact route of the medieval plays and discover how they were produced on wagons in the middle ages.

Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk 18th-19th STAMP & COIN FAIR, York Racecourse, 11am-6pm (10am-4pm Sat). Nearly 100 stamp and postal history dealers and over 60 coin, banknote and medal dealers will be present. Visitors can buy or sell, get valuations or simply browse and find out what these hobbies are all about. In addition, there are often specialist society meetings to which everyone is welcome, whether a member or not. Call 620911.

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19th and 20th 49TH MASHAM STEAM ENGINE, FAIR AND ORGAN RALLY, Marfield Fields off the A6108, Leyburn Road. A great day out for everyone!

Call 01765 689569

19th JULY-31st AUGUST CHOCOLATE SUMMER SENSATION, York’s Chocolate Story. A whole host of special events, trails, chocolate making and exploration – make York’s Chocolate Story the place to be this summer holiday. Visit www.yorkschocolatestory.com

19th JULY-30th SEPTEMBER SUMMER HOLIDAY CHILDREN’S TRAIL, Treasurer’s House, Minster Close, 11am4.30pm (closed Fridays). Follow the free children’s trail around the house and explore what life was like for both the owners and the servants.

Call 624247.

TRACKER JACK SUMMER TRAILS AND FRIDAY STORY TRAINS, North York Moors Railway, every Friday. Jump aboard one of the story trains which will feature favourite Hogwarts, Fairies and Pirate characters between Pickering and Goathland Stations.

Visit www.nymr.co.uk

SUMMER ADVENTURE, Piglets Adventure Farm Park, The Farmer’s Cart. A crazy summer of fun is planned at the farm park, including Fat Mat’s Circus until 27th July featuring upside down juggling and stunts. There’ll be Water Wars running throughout, giving you the chance to soak your friends. www.thefarmerscart.co.uk 19th MAUSOLEUM TOUR, Castle Howard, 10am-1pm. Join the Curator and visit the most mysterious and imposing building in the Castle Howard landscape. www.castlehoward.co.uk

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Pull on your platforms for an awesome weekend of 70s music at Levisham and Goathland Stations.

Enjoy a weekend recalling motoring memories from the past at stations along the line, plus live music at Levisham.

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 19th & 23rd WILLOW WEAVER TASTER WORKSHOP, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-4pm. Enjoy a willow taster day in the garden with Dragon Willow and make up to four items including a chandelier. Call 472027.

20th JULY & 17th AUGUST CYCLE FROM GODDARDS TO BENINGBROUGH, departing from Goddards, Tadcaster Road, 10am. Join Sky Ride on a free led ride from Goddards on Tadcaster Road to Beningbrough Hall and back, after a well-deserved pit stop in the beautiful gardens!

Call 472027.

23rd JULY-31st AUGUST SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN – TIME WIZARDS, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, 11am-4pm. Little Billy and Lizzy are time travelling twins, and have been on an excellent expedition here on the estate. However, they’re now stuck somewhere in time and need you to help them get back to 2014!

Follow the clues they’ve left and crack them to find out where they are. Call 01765 608888.

23rd JULY-10th AUGUST THE THREE MUSKETEERS, Meet outside St Crux Parish Rooms (no performances Mondays and Tuesdays). ReStage & Nightshade Productions present a swashbuckling colourful drama and romance on the streets of central York. Call 623568.

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23rd & 30th JULY, 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th AUGUST MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY, Castle Howard. Join storytellers on the lawns of the estate for a picnic and entertainment. Mad Hatter and Alice in Wonderland fancy dress is definitely encouraged. www.castlehoward.co.uk 26th-27th THE GREAT ANTIQUES FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, 9am-5pm.

A quality indoor and outdoor event.

Visit www.jaguarfairs.com

DUNNINGTON FAYRE, Farmer’s Field, Dunnington, YO19 5ND. One of the highlights of the summer event calendar, Dunnington Fayre returns with aplomb! The 26th July will be a jam-packed day, filled as it already is with more stalls and attractions than you could chuck a coconut at. There will also be live music, a climbing wall, archery, face painting, Minster FM, and oodles of local food and drink.

On the following day, the 27th July, you can return to the host field in Dunnington for the Family Chill Out Afternoon. Enjoy some cool relaxed live bands, hair braiding, watch the charity balloon release and unwind with yet more delicious local grub. Well, that’s your weekend sorted. www.dunningtonfayre.org.uk

RIPLEY ANTIQUE FAIR, The Town Hall, Ripley, 10am-4pm.

Items including decorative antiques, pottery, paintings and prints. Call 01423 889163.

CASTLE HOWARD TRIATHLON, Castle Howard.

This year the event has been extended to cover two days with the introduction of a new half iron distance race, ‘The Gauntlet’. The course passes through the grounds and wider estate, situated within the Howardian Hills, incorporating estate roads and tracks with local trails before finishing in front of the castle. www.castlehoward.co.uk

27th PRINCESS & PIRATE PARTY, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-5pm.

Visitors of all ages will enjoy a host of free activities including, pirate magic shows, bouncy castles, a treasure hunt around the grounds, balloon modelling, and princess pampering, Children are also encouraged to take part in the fancy dress competition for the best dressed Pirate and Princess with fabulous prizes on offer.

Call 01262 490324.

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FAt WAter mAt’S WArS circuS new for this Summer! everyday from tuesday 22nd everyday July til Sunday throughout 27th July the Summer Holidays, crazy upside 19th July til down Juggling, 31st August death defying stunts and Soak your amazing friends with acrobatics all water bomb in the giant wars!

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Pig tHe rAcing mAize mAze everyday throughout the Summer Holidays, 19th July til 31st August

Open everyday throughout the Summer Holidays, 19th July til On your marks 31st August get set Oink! complete the Watch ‘lester maze mission piglet’, ‘Against by successfully all Hogs’ and navigating your all our other way through porcine racers our tricky take on the maize maze.

‘Pork-shire Hurdle’.

Plus all the usual farm park fun... Pedal go karts / Farmyard trail / ride-On tractors / trailer ride / Barrel train / Big Pigs Bouncing Pillow / giant Sandpit / Piglets Pillow / Animal Petting Barn / crazy Farm golf / Olym-Pigs Assault course Piglets Adventure Farm Park, towthorpe grange, York, YO32 9St / tel 01904 499183 / www.pigletsfarmpark.co.uk

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BUTTERFLY WALK, Wheatlands Community Woodland, Upper Poppleton, 11am. Enjoy an educational walk using the wildlife discovery trail leaflet, held in conjunction with Butterfly Conservation. www.wheatlandswoodland.co.uk 27th HUBY & SUTTON SHOW, Sutton Park, Sutton on the Forest, 9am. A great day out for all the family, the show features show jumping, vintage vehicles, fox hounds, a dog show, trade stands and refreshments, as well as so much more. www.hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk

28th TREASURE HUNT, Huntington Memorial Hall. A First World War display is presented by The River Foss Society, along with a buffet afterwards. Call 766196.

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31st JULY-21st AUGUST ALICE THE MUSICAL, Castle Howard. An interactive tale of childhood and imagination as Alice and White Rabbit set off on an adventure like no other, meeting a host of wacky and colourful characters along the way in this hilarious musical show.

Alice in Wonderland fancy dress encouraged! www.castlehoward.co.uk

6th OPEN EVENING, Access to Music, The Jam Factory, 5-7pm.

Tour the centre, meet students and staff and get your questions answered. www.accesstomusic.co.uk

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1st YORKSHIRE DAY JAZZ GARDEN PARTY, Middlethorpe Hall & Spa, 2.30pm. Celebrate God’s Own County with an afternoon in the very heart of it! Listen to jazz on the terrace and enjoy afternoon tea delights designed by the hotel’s chefs.

Call 661301.

2nd SERVICE OF REDEDICATION, Haxby Memorial Hall, from 10.30am. A parade and service are being held to mark the rededication of the local hall. Visit www.haxbymemorialhall.org LATE MUSIC, York Unitarian Chapel, 7.30pm. Pianist Ian Pace performs. Visit www.latemusic.org

2nd-30th YORKSHIRE MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL, across Yorkshire.

Organised by the Jorvik Group, this mammoth festival uses venues thorough the county to host varied events and activities such as archery, crafts and lectures.

Highlights in York include Medieval Merriment at Rowntrees Park 2nd-3rd, History of Barley hall on 6th, and Little Diggers at DIG on the 9th. www.yorkshire-medievalfestival.com

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10th MIDDLE 8 SINGERS, Burton Agnes Hall. Enjoy a fun performance in some beautiful surrounds. Call 01262 490324.

12th AUGUST-7th SEPTEMBER GEORGE BRYANT SOLO EXHIBITION, Blossom Street Gallery. See the solo artistic works of George Bryant in the intimate surroundings of the gallery. Visit www.blossomstreetgalleryand framing.com

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22nd-24th GALTRES PARKLAND FESTIVAL, Duncombe Park, Helmsley.

This fantastic family festival is returning to Duncombe Park once again on 22nd-24th August with another great line-up of musical talent, food, drink and entertainment. You’ll see the Levellers, The Human League, Morcheeba, Tricky and many more big names. Duncombe Park is a gorgeous setting for this kid-friendly festival, and if you don’t fancy pitching that rickety old tent, you could always try a spot of glamping.

You’ll also enjoy some of the very best caterers around during this year’s Festival, serving up a fine feast of local produce, from Yorkshire puddings to onion bhajis.

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22nd-25th POPPLETON ARTISTS EXHIBITION, The Tithe Barn, Nether Poppleton. More than 200 pieces of art work will be on sale at the Poppleton Artist’s Exhibition and Sale. A percentage of all the art sold at the event is donated to the Tithe Barn. Call 797217.

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Strawberries Also raspberries & lots more seasonal produce

www.bluebellfarmyork.co.uk Open Mid June 10am - 5pm (weather dependent)

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How To Train Your Dragon 2

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It's been five years since Hiccup and Toothless successfully united dragons and Vikings on the island of Berk. When one of their adventures leads to the discovery of a secret ice cave that is home to hundreds of new wild dragons and the mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves at the centre of a battle to protect the peace. We really loved the first How to Train Your Dragon, so hopefully kids of all ages will relish this sequel.

Transformers: Age of Extinction.

Robots! Explosions! Special effects!

Inconsequential collateral damage! Yes, it's another Transformers film, and yes... we can't believe it either. This time round a car mechanic and his daughter make a discovery that brings down the Autobots (goodies) and Decepticons (baddies), and also a paranoid government official, onto them. We can't wait. Oh... actually we can.

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Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon. In his directorial debut,

Mike Myers (Austin Powers, Shrek) documents the astounding career of Hollywood insider Shep Gordon, who fell into music management by chance after moving to LA straight out of college and befriending Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix. This documentary should be of special interest to all music fans.

Guardians of the Galaxy. In

the far reaches of space, an American pilot named Peter Quill finds himself the object of a manhunt after stealing an orb coveted by the villainous Ronan. If you asked Howard if he was excited about this film, he would nod manically and start to dribble. The latest comic book-tomovie effort from Marvel, this action/sci-fi/ comedy blockbuster features quite a few famous faces (and voices) including John C. Reilly, Chris Pratt, Benicio Del Toro and Glen Close.

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Ghost The Musical (8th-16th August)

GRAND OPERA HOUSE

To book: 0844 8713024 Tickets now on sale for York Rocks Against Cancer, 11th October.

Call 0844 8713024 to book.

Peppa Pig’s Big Splash (1st-2nd July)

Come and join Peppa and her friends for another all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles. The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa and her friends need to fix it - quick!

OUR HOUSE (31st July-2nd August)

The York premiere of the musical with music and lyrics by Madness.

On the night of his sixteenth birthday, Joe takes Sarah, the girl of his dreams, out on their first date. In an effort to impress her with bravado, he breaks into a building site overlooking his home on Casey Street.

Theatre Royal To book: 623568.

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AVENUE Q (24th-28th June)

Performed by York Light Opera Company, Avenue Q is a hybrid of South Park and The Muppet Show in an all singing, all dancing musical ‘furfest’ that is sure to have you crying with laughter and roaring with joy.

The Wind In The Willows (31st July – 30th August)

Join Mole as he introduces you to his friends; amiable Ratty, wise Badger and the infamous Mr Toad. Together they tell action-packed stories of boating on the river, adventuring in the Wild Wood, battling weasels at Toad Hall and a few mishaps with motor cars.

Joseph Rowntree Theatre Visit www.jrtheatre.co.uk

Music Night (6th July)

The Tuesday Singers celebrate musical anniversaries of 100 years and 50 years ago. Items include songs from Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern and the more modern Jim Reeves and The Beatles. To book call 639117.

Annual Summer Showcase (12th July) Singing, dancing and acting performances by Razzamataz students aged from four to 18 years of age. To book call 623568.

Pick Me Up Theatre presents a musical rendition of the classic film.

Lovers Sam and Molly are torn apart by a fatal attack and Sam becomes caught between this world and the next. He acquires the assistance of medium, Oda Mae Brown, in a desperate mission to warn Molly of a danger. To book call 623568.

Friargate Theatre To book: 613000

FRENCH FRIES: (Le) Yorkshire Puddin’ Night (20th June)

Riding Lights Theatre Company welcome you to a rollicking evening of hilarious ‘God’s own Country’ sketches, proper beer, chips (not fries), stirring songs, proper accents, cricket (no cycling), Yorkshire puds and gravy. Grand!

FRENCH FRIes: Flossie (27th June)

Charismatic French singer Flossie Malavialle has made Yorkshire her home. You can expect a beautiful performance full of va-va-voom with moving ballads and a little jazz for good measure.

Riding Lights Summer Theatre School (26th July to 2nd August)

Open to all ages and abilities, this week is without a doubt it is one of the creative highlights of the year.

Call 655317.

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There be dragons!

This month the river will once again be home to monstrous beasts (and that’s just the rowers!) as The York Rotary Dragon Boat Challenge returns.

On 13th July our fair waterways will be taken over by 36 teams battling it out between Scarborough Railway Bridge and Lendal Bridge. The drums will beat, the paddles will splash, and the crowds will gather to on cheer on their favourites.

A great day out for all, the teams are formed from local businesses, clubs and groups, and are aiming to lay their rather soggy hands on the Challenge Trophy and other prestigious awards. There will be a cup for the fastest charity team, the fastest armed services team, and of course the ever popular best dressed team trophy. Last year York City Rowing Club in their boat ‘Ouse the Daddy?’ waded away with the top prize… but who will be victor this year?

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The York Dragon Boat Challenge has been held every year since 2003 and has seen hundreds of locals take up a paddle for charity.

During that time the event has helped to raise well over £720,000 for many worthwhile charities and organisations. This year the nominated charity is The Jack Raine Foundation who do great work in the fight against child abuse.

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Le Grand

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recent years we've been able to show the world just why Britain is so Great with our fantastic sporting events – the Olympics, of course, and our own Andy Murray winning at Wimbledon. But for Yorkshire folk, perhaps the most exciting sporting event of our lifetimes is about to arrive on our doorstep. Le Tour de France is the biggest single day sporting event in the world, with over three billion people set to watch Le Grand Départ as it races through Yorkshire and an estimated 180,000 extra visitors making their way to our city. As if that wasn't exciting enough, Yorkshire will also be the first host to put on a 100 day festival in the lead up to the big weekend.

This guide will show you how you can get involved in this historic event, and how the legacy of Le Grand Départ will impact York residents and businesses for years to come.

Hub of the community In true Grand Départ-y spirit, there will be four official Spectator Hubs across the city where residents and visitors can soak up the atmosphere of this historic event and see the action on a big screen. Located at York Racecourse, Monk Stray, York Designer Outlet and Rowntree Park, the Hubs will all feature a

wealth of fun family-friendly activities, thrilling entertainment and delicious catering options from early in the morning until early evening.

The Monk Stray Hub will feature a cycle stunt show and a stage for live entertainment from popular acts such as the Military Wives Choir.

Visitors can also have a go at decorating bikes, and cycle retailers will be on hand to offer servicing and repairs. Meanwhile, York Designer Outlet will be home to vintage stalls and a fairground, and entertainment at Rowntree Park will include music, the screening of a family film in the afternoon and a range of community and charity stalls.

The Spectator Hubs are free, and apart from York Racecourse no tickets are required (all tickets for the York Racecourse Hub have been snapped up). Cycle parking is available at all sites.

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It's over 100 years since the first Tour de France took place, but the story of how it came to be is just as intriguing today as it was then. In 1903, France was divided over the Dreyfus Affair. Alfred Dreyfus was a soldier who had been convicted, then exonerated, of selling military secrets to the Germans. Things were very heated, with strong opinions expressed by both sides of the argument.

One person involved in a demonstration at the Parisian Auteuil horse race course in 1899, was Comte Jules-Albert de Dion, who owned De DionBouton car works – and who thought Dreyfus was guilty. De Dion was arrested after striking the President of France on the head with a walking stick, and was also fined 100 francs.

This story was snapped up by the editor of Le Velo, Pierre Giffard, who was on the opposite side to de Dion, and believed that Dreyfus was innocent. His report of the arrest upset de Dion – so much so, that de Dion launched a rival sports paper called L'Auto.

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Did you know... l Cyclists burn about 6,000 calories per day during the Tour. That’s the equivalent of 76 hard boiled eggs, 300 Brussels sprouts or 42 bananas. l The average speed of cyclists in the Tour is around 25mph. l Annually, there are 4,700 hours of television coverage dedicated to the Tour. l Though the annual Tour celebrated its 100th running last year, this year will be 111 years since it began. The Tour was stopped during the World Wars, and was almost shut down after only the second year due to corruption and cheating from the cyclists taking part. l The reason that the ‘King of the Mountain’ jersey features red polka dots, is that the original sponsor, Chocolat Poulain, sold a product with the same spots on its packaging. l And why is the lead jersey yellow? Inspiration was drawn from the yellow pages of L’Auto, the magazine that started up the Tour.

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All the world’s a stage...

The Tour de France can be a bit baffling if you’ve never seen it before. With the Grand Départ making many of us excited about the Tour for the first time, here’s a quick guide to the different stages of the race.

Put simply, the winner of the Tour is the rider who can complete the course in the shortest time. However, each stage offers up its own challenges. There are usually 21 stages, which fall into the following categories: Prologue Technically not a full stage, the prologue consists of a short individual time trial, of 10km or less. It will determine who will be the race leader the following day.

Flat You may be forgiven for getting confused about the ‘flat’ stages, as the roads that the cyclists ride on can feature rather

steep inclines. This stage is usually around 200km in length, and you’ll see the riders remaining part of the peloton for most of it.

Individual time trial Around 50km in length, each rider is tested against the clock during this stage. Riders each begin the stage at two minute intervals, beginning with the last placed rider.

Team time trial As above, but with riders racing as a team. The clock stops when team member number five from each team crosses the finish line.

Mountain The climbs in the mountains can be nothing short of terrifying, with riders required to climb 2000m from sea level.

Each climb is rated according to difficulty, ranging from four to one, or ‘hors’ – this is the most challenging. Holding on tight to the handlebars during the descent is an absolute must!

Jersey lore A breakdown of what the colours of those jerseys actually mean.

Yellow: You probably know this one already. The rider with the lowest cumulative time for the distance completed so far wears this jersey.

Whoever holds it at the end is crowned winner.

Green: The wearer of this jersey is the best sprinter and time trialist.

Polka dot: Known as the ‘King of the Mountains’, this jersey is worn by the best climber.

White: The best young rider (no older than 25 during the year of the race).

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Joining a local cycling club is a great motivator. As well as being able to try new routes that you might not have thought of, you’ll make new friends along the way, and be able to get all of the advice and tips you need!

Here are some great York-based groups who welcome new members.

>> Breeze Network York

The free rides with this group, which is part of the national Breeze programme, have been set up to encourage more women to get in the saddle. The rides are on local, accessible routes and are in small and friendly groups, which make them particularly good for beginners. Plus, the rides usually begin at a bike shop, so there will be help at hand should you need to pump your tyres or a safety check. l Register at www.breezebikerides.com or call 0161 274 2117. Selected rides are also put up in the Guided Rides at www.itravelyork.info

>> York Bike Belles

Another group on a mission to get more women cycling, York Bike Belles work in partnership with City of York Council and Sustrans, and offer bike loan schemes, rides focusing on safety, and maintenance workshops complete with cheese and wine.

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>> York Rouleurs

If committing to a particular set cycling routine has put you off from joining a club before, perhaps York Rouleurs is for you. The focus of this new club is on flexibility – riders are able to just turn up if and when they can, with absolutely no pressure placed on them.

Rides are confirmed on Twitter in advance (@yorkrouleurs) and usually take place on Sundays at 9am, lasting approximately 30 miles. Afterwards, members then meet for coffee and cake.

>> University of York Cycling Club

Not only open to students, the University of York Cycling Club welcomes members of the public, and people of all abilities and disciplines are able to join. The club has three separate sections dedicated to road cycling, mountain biking and leisure riding, with other pursuits such as time trials, cross country and hill climbing also practised. Membership includes access to facilities such as a 1km cycling circuit, and bikes on loan. l Visit www.uycc.co.uk

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>> Clifton Cycling Club

This friendly cycling club offers a range of rides including road racing and time trials, and there are specific activities and coaching for children through their Go-Ride programme. Family membership offers a reduced cost at £2.50 per month for two adults and two children. l Visit www.cliftoncc.org

>> Guided cycle rides

City of York Council also offer free guided rides around the city. There's no need to book, simply turn up on the day and enjoy the ride! The rides cover a range of themes, including exploring the history of the city and riding for health. There are also inclusive cycle rides available for novices, older people and people living with a disability or long term medical condition. The rides are shorter and at a slower pace than the other rides available, and a limited number of specially-adapted bikes are available to book on request. l To find out more about these rides, visit www.york.gov.uk and search for 'Inclusive Cycle Rides Programme' or 'Guided Bike Rides Programmes' for a downloadable schedule.

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Tour route!

Make like the professionals and cycle the route of Le Grand Départ with a new smartphone app, Cycle Yorkshire Ride The Routes. Designed around the Yorkshire stages of the Grand Depart, the app features information on the routes, tips on how to cycle specific sections and general rural cycling road safety advice.

A video shows Jamie Sharp, semi-pro cyclist for Team Hope, riding each section, with BBC Radio York presenter Jonathan Cowap offering advice and information in a voice over. l The app is available for download on smartphones at bit.ly/cycleyorkshire

Show your support!

Councillor Sonja Crisp, cabinet member for Leisure, Culture and Tourism, is pictured wearing her ‘Experience the Race’ T-shirt, along with Danielle Bellerby and David Wells from the council’s Tour de France team.

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Proudly display your support for all things Tour with the stylish merchandise that has been produced by City of York Council! The product range includes T-shirts, baseball caps, mugs and pens, with the design featuring iconic landmarks from the city’s skyline. Prices start at just £2.99 for a ballpoint pen. l Get your merchandise from www.experiencetherace.com

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>> Tour de Force Bicycle Orchestras

Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival is seeking donations of bike parts to create instruments for the Tour de Force Bicycle Orchestras. l If you’d like to donate, email s.mcwatt@hud. ac.uk, call 01484 471116 or visit www.hcmf. co.uk/Tour-de-Force-Bicycle-Orchestras

>> Cart Before Horse

York’s not the only city in the region celebrating the Tour! There’s lots going on across the county – here are just a few ways that you can get involved.

Stumble Dance Circus are creating a bike-based performance for the festival and will be running workshops at various venues across the county where you can play with artistic cycling tricks and cycle choreography. l There will be a chance to join in a performance with Stumble Dance Circus. To get involved, email mish@stumbledancecircus.com or visit www.stumbledancecircus.com

>>The Big Wide...

The official Yorkshire Festival song, The Big Wide, is an empowering, uplifting and catchy track – and you can download it for free at http://festival. yorkshire.com/join-in-and-downloads, then make it your own! The composers, Hope and Social, will be adding arrangements for choirs and brass bands to the festival website, and they’d love to see the song performed across the county in as many different musical styles as possible.

For up to date programme listings, visit www.york.gov.uk/tourdefrance.

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Local faces

We take a closer look at some of the people involved with the York leg of the Tour.

CYCling champions Earlier this year, we asked for a couple of volunteers to be our CYCling champions to share their passion for and help promote cycling in the council. Tim and Dawn were awarded this special honour! They share their personal cycling stories with us. qualified Technical Ride Leader with CTC and help out with delivering mountain bike activities to young people.

community leisure officer for children & young people What sort of cycling do you like to do? I live in a rural area with no shortage of tracks, trails and country roads to explore. I live ten minutes from Dalby Forest and have been riding there since before it was a trail centre.

When did you get your first bike? I got my first mountain bike when I was 15. It was a horrible thing compared to what is available today but I lived on it for years!

How has your cycling progressed over the years? I’m now a

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How often do you ride?

I try to get out for a day’s riding at least once a month with my friend and one time CYC Play Team colleague Simon Haddock. We usually ride in the Dales or North Yorks Moors but have been out to the Lakes and Peak District last year.

How do you get other people involved in cycling? Last year I started looking at the possibility of setting up an informal CYC mountain bike group. I applied for some money from the staff lottery to set up some coaching sessions at Dalby Forest for people who want to improve their riding, or just to have a go.

tenancy enforcement officer How long have you cycled for? I started cycling to work when I joined CYC about four years ago. I bought a bike from the Bike Rescue and used it to cycle to work. The more I cycled, the more I enjoyed it and then I bought a bike through the Cycle to Work Scheme. Since then I have increased the amount I cycle going out for long rides at weekends.

Do you go for rides with friends, family or by yourself? All of the above. Through my cycling to work, my partner now cycles to

work and when friends come to visit we often go out for a ride. I know quite a few good cycle routes around York of differing lengths that feature ideal locations for little lunch stops or refreshment breaks.

What does the Tour de France coming to York mean to you? I am getting married at the end of May and the Tour de France in York has inspired my partner and I to take up a cycling challenge. We will be watching some of the cycling in Yorkshire and then we are cycling from London to Paris at the end of July, which means we will be in Paris for the end of the Tour. We are raising money for the British Heart Foundation and asking people to sponsor us as a wedding gift. I am pretty sure that if I hadn’t come to work for CYC we wouldn’t be considering such a challenge!

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Tour de Force Two women in particular have been incredibly instrumental in championing Yorkshire as a cycling destination.

Councillor Sonja Crisp, City of York Council's Cabinet Member for Leisure, Culture and Tourism, has worked closely with other local authorities in Yorkshire to ensure the York stage of the Grand Depart is the best it can possibly be. As a vocal champion of our city, Cllr Crisp is thrilled at the residents' support.

“The enthusiasm and excitement already in the city about this huge event is becoming more visible every day,” says Sonja. “The council is working alongside residents, businesses, communities and partners in York so that they feel informed and able to experience the race, and, importantly, make the most out of the opportunities it will bring.”

Sonja adds that the city is likely to benefit hugely. “York has already benefited from incredible positive global media attention since the race was announced and we intend to build on this in the run up to, during and after the race alongside partners, to increase York's profile as a place in which

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people want to live, work, visit and invest."

Kersten England, Chief Executive of City of York Council, has been instrumental in setting up Cycle Yorkshire, an initiative that focuses on using the momentum of the Tour visit to create a regionwide legacy for all generations and abilities.

“With the start of Stage 2 of the 2014 Le Grand Depart rolling out from York on 6 July, there has never been a better time to start cycling in and around York,” says Kersten. “It’s also great to see a project like York Bike Belles starting, which will help to remind people that cycling is an inclusive activity that everyone can get involved with.”

Kersten adds that she is pleased

with the effort that has already been made to include the younger generation in cycling.

“The first Tour de France education pack is a great free resource that we’ve developed with Sustrans to get children across Yorkshire – and beyond – involved with the Tour de France as an event, but also cycling – for sport, or just for fun.

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