What's On York Guide June 2012

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Welcome to York!

York will be joining in with the jubilee celebrations with gusto, and it’s a fantastic time to visit the city. Lots of events will have a regal twist – head to our events section for ideas.

If you’ve already had enough of the royals, though, fret not – there are plenty of ways to avoid the Union Flags. The huge Railfest event will return to the National Railway Museum, Buskival will take place in the city for the first time, and of course the Olympic torch will wind its way through the city. We think a few of the

staff here are getting a bit too excited about Buskival, though – we’re pretty sure we spotted Jon and Ronnie practising a Bros routine behind the van in the car park. You do know you need a busking licence to take part, don’t you, guys?

If you’re after a bargain you’d do much worse than Newgate Market which provides a wealth of bargains including clothes, souvenirs and food.

Meanwhile the Yorkwalk offers a wide range of ways to see the city in a new light, with tours featuring different themes such as ‘Secret York’, ‘Roman

York’ and ‘Essential York’. Have you brought your pooch along, and want them to join your adventure?

Explore the area with guides from www.dogwalksyorkshire.com, which features loads of useful info about routes that include pet-friendly pubs and cafes.

Aside from that, don’t forget the usual range of workshops, tours, concerts, comedy, classes and museums. Leaf through the many events in this booklet, and we’re sure you’ll find something that interests you!

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EVENTS KEY: n WALKS & TOURS n LOCAL & COMMUNITY EVENTS n DAYS OUT, EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

Take a deep breath, break out the shorts and sun cream and grab that Union Jack. June is absolutely choc-a-bloc with concerts, events and activities - many with a royal theme. If you are still planning what to do for the Jubilee weekend then we are here to help. Whether you’re looking to rock out at Buskival or sip tea on the lawn at Beningbrough Hall, there’s sure to be something happening in June for you. If you do them all, you are instantly knighted.

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EVERY DAY n NEWGATE MARKET, 9am – 4pm (4.30pm Sat and Sun). York boasts the brightest and possibly best daily open market in the North. Newgate market has 110 stalls offering something for everyone. Call 07887 754455 n YORK DUNGEONS, 12 Clifford Street. See the Dungeons’ latest show, ‘Execution: Traitors of York’. Travel back to the 15th century and join the crowds gathered to witness the careless executioner as he shares the gory tales of York’s Micklegate Bar. Call 632599.

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York n PICK YOUR OWN, The Balloon Tree Farmshop, Gate Helmsley. Home-grown strawberries are now ready! Call 01759 373023 n York Terror Trail, starts Golden Fleece Inn, 6.45pm. A tour of the historical horrors of York’s 1900 year history, told by an array of colourful characters. Visit www.yorkterrortrail.co.uk

EVERY NIGHT n GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster. 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? From tragic plague victims to murdered orphans and the plumber who spotted an entire Roman legion marching through a basement. Call 633276.

26 MAY-5 JUNE n HALF TERM CHILDREN’S TRAILS, n YORKWALK, Museum Garden Gates, Museum Street. A wide range of tours, including Essential York, Snickleways, Secret York and Roman York, with several taking place every day. Call 622303 or visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk for full times and details.

Treasurer’s House, 11am-4.30pm (closed Fridays).

Free trails for children running throughout the day, taking in the grandeur of the old house. Call 685561 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/treasurers-house-york

26-27 MAY n YORKSHIRE ANTIQUES AND n YORK MINSTER, 7am-6.30pm. Learn about ART FAIR, The Great Yorkshire Showground,

the Minster’s 8 Wonders, a new project launched earlier this year, helping visitors to discover what makes the iconic structure so magnificent. Call 0844 939 0011 or visit www.wonders.yorkminster.org

n CHOCOLATE: YORK’S SWEET STORY, King’s Square, York, 10am. A journey through the wonderful sweets and treats which have emerged from our great city. Call 08454 989411. n DOG WALKS, throughout Yorkshire. Dog Walks Yorkshire provides maps and information for a wide range of dog walks within the area’s beautiful scenery. Visit www.dogwalksyorkshire.com n YORK CITY SIGHTSEEING, Open top bus tours. Discover York with us. Join the bus at any of our 22 stops. Stop 1 is in Exhibition Square.

Buses run every 10 minutes in summer. Enjoy our live guided Heritage Tour, Family Fun and Multilingual Tours and travel on Terrible Tales - the grisly stories of York - if you dare. Call 633990 or email ycs@transdevyork.co.uk for more information.

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Harrogate, 10am-5pm. Up to 350 stands offering the best and widest selection of antiques, collectables, art and curios in Yorkshire. Call 01274 588505

30 MAY - 31 AUG n YORK SCIENCE & INNOVATION GRAND TOUR. Enjoy up to 70 large-scale, science and innovation themed, images and messages in prime locations throughout the city.

Visit www.yorkgrandtour.co.uk n GALTRES FESTIVAL 2012 –

DISCOUNTED TICKETS ON SALE ON! Book your discounted tickets now from www. galtresfestival.org.uk using code ‘Locallink767’

RUNNING UNTIL 1 JULY n CHAGALL AND MIRÓ: MODERN MASTERS EXHIBITION, Nunnington Hall, 11am–5pm. Call 01439 748283 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nunnington

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Bloomin’ Jazz!

SATURDAY 16TH JUNE 2012 7.00PM - £15.00

Enjoy an evening of flowers and jazz in the stunning setting of the Hall and its gardens.

Ticket price includes a glass of Pimms after which a pay bar is available. Pre-booking is essential.

For more details and to book tickets please ring 01904 654818 or e-mail: enquires@theyorkcompany.co.uk Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD

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1 JUNE ONWARDS n PICK YOUR OWN! The Farmers’s Cart, 9.30am-5pm (SAT), 10am-4pm (SUN). There’s strawberries, gooseberries, peas and beans, blackcurrants, courgettes, new potatoes, raspberries and blackberries – all ripe, all tasty! Also open is Piglets Adventure Farm Park, where the little ones can meet all the animals. Call 499183.

2-10 JUNE n RAILFEST 2012, National Railway Museum, 10am-6pm. Book your ticket now for Britain’s biggest ever gathering of rail record breakers. Get up close to more than 50 of the fastest, strongest, smallest and newest locos across a mind-blowing space the size of 11 football pitches. Climb in the drivers’ cabs, stand on the footplates, and ride with locos big and small. Plus, live theatre performances, a rail-themed area for under six year olds & much more. 08448 153139 or nrm.org.uk/railfest2012 n ROYAL TRAIL, Clifford’s Tower, 10am-6pm.

A special royal-themed trail for children during the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee week.

Visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

2-5 JUNE n BANK HOLIDAY FUN: ANIMAL ANTICS, Castle Howard, 9am-5.30pm. Discover a world of animals at Castle Howard, with dog shows, birds of prey, creepy crawlies, furry friends and more. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk n JUBILEE 1950’S WEEKEND, Yorkshire Museum of Farming, 10am-4pm. 50’s themed bank holiday fun for all the family. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation in the style of the decade when it all happened. Call 489966.

2-4 + 16-17 JUNE n HOLGATE WINDMILL OPEN WEEKEND, Holgate, 11am-4pm. Enjoy this wonderful machine and enjoy the story of its careful 8

restoration, now nearly complete. Please park on Acomb Road. Call 624387.

2-3 JUNE n BUSKIVAL, throughout York. The streets if York will be alive with entertainment as buskers from far and wide perform for your delight. From the weird to the wonderful, York has them all and the streets will be packed with performers over the two days to celebrate the first Buskival, to commemorate York 800 – the year-round celebrations commemorating the 800th anniversary of the city being granted a Royal Charter.

Visit www.yorkfestivals.com

2 JUNE n JUBILEE WEEKEND BOP REUNION, Folk Hall, New Earswick, 7.30pm. Featuring Northern Soul, Disco, RnB. Call 769621 n INSIDEOUT, Askham Bryan College, 11.30am. Featuring music from the past, present and future; the one-day festival will be held in a combination of indoor and outdoor spaces.

Headliners include Young Knives and a DJ performance by Craig Charles. The day also includes free children’s inflatables and face painting.

York Does Vintage will be hosting a gorgeous vintage event for all ages within InsideOut; expect style, beauty, dancing, music, and vintage inspired workshops. The Best of British tent will have a fine selection of locally sourced real ales.

Visit www.yo1events.co.uk n FALCONRY DISPLAY, Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington, 11am-3pm. With SMJ Falconry. Call 01759 307125.

3 JUNE n DIAMOND JUBILEE: A VERY ROYAL EVENT, Burton Ages Hall. A day of fun, music and tasty treats to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Visit www.burtonagnes.com or call 654818

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n DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATION, Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington. From 10am.

Relive the garden parties of yesterday with this day of royal celebration. Call 01759 307125.

6 JUNE n JUBILEE CROWNS AND CORGIS HAND SEWING, Quilt Museum and Gallery, 10am-4pm. Jubilee Inspired workshop for children to make your very own crown purse or corgi to take home. www.quiltmuseum.org.uk or call 613242.

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TO HOLLYWOOD - A ROYAL CELEBRATION, Barley Hall, Stonegate, 10am.

Barley Hall’s stunning exhibition of historic costumes from the movies reopens with this glittering new makeover, marking the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Firm favourites worn by Elizabeth Taylor and by Colin Firth as the ever-popular Mr Darcy will be joined by costumes worn by a range of on-screen royals. Call 543426 or visit www.barleyhall.org.uk n EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE BRASS BAND, Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington, 2-4pm. With a mid-performance break of 30 minutes. Call 01759 307125.

4-5 JUNE n ANTIQUE AND COLLECTORS FAIR, Ripley Village Hall, 9-4pm. Call 01423 889163.

7-9 JUNE n MEET THE FAIRFAXES, Fairfax House, 5pm. Meet Lord Fairfax, his daughter Anne and their domestic staff who will be making a return to give twenty-first-century visitors their eighteenth-century personal stories and perspectives on living in a Georgian townhouse. Call 655543.

7 JUNE n COCKTAILS AND PERFECT NAILS, Cedar Court Grand Hotel, 6pm. An interactive evening with advice from a personal stylist to ensure you look the part this Summer. Including are makeup demonstrations manicures and pedicures, as well goody bags. Call 0845 409 3816

8-9 JUNE n ALL SEASONS MARKET, Guildhall, St. Helens Square. Craft fair and market stalls.

Visit www.allseasonevents.co.uk or 07838 420209

9-10 JUNE 4 JUNE n THE GREAT WETHERBY n DIAMOND JUBILEE GRAND TEA RACECOURSE ANTIQUES FAIR, PARTY, Beningbrough Hall and Gardens, 11am till late. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough-hall 10

Wetherby Racecourse, 9am-5pm. 01332 830444

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Fathers’ Day Vintage Weekend A weekend dedicated to vintage machinery and transport

16th & Sunday 17th June Fathers’ Saturday Day Vintage Weekend A weekend dedicated to vintage machinery and transport

Vintage cars, tractors, Saturday 16th &stationary Sunday 17th June motorcycles, engines much more!

Vintage cars, and tractors, Museum and all other site motorcycles, stationary engines and much more! attractions open.

Museum and all other site attractions open.

Open 10am—5pm

Open 10am—5pm The Derwent Valley Light Railway will operate trains for visitors The Derwent Valley Light Railway will operate trains visitors over the for event weekend over the event weekend

Adults £6, concessions £5, Children £4, Under 3s FREE. Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Murton, York, YO19 5UF

Adults £6, concessions £5, Children £4, Under 3s FREE. Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Murton, York, YO19 5UF (T) 01904 (W) www.yorkshiremuseumoffarming.co.uk (E) enquiries@murtonpark.co.uk For details: (T) 01904 489966489966 (W) www.yorkshiremuseumoffarming.co.uk (E) enquiries@murtonpark.co.uk For details:

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WE WANT YOUR FRUIT AND VEG! If you have any surplus fruit and Vegetables this Summer, just bring your produce to The Farmer’s Cart and we will give you the value in Vouchers to spend in our shop.... to make all your efforts worthwhile!

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The Farmer’s Cart Towthorpe Grange, Towthorpe, York YO32 9ST Telephone 01904 499183 www.thefarmerscart.co.uk 9.30am to 5.30pm Mon to Sat Sunday 10am to 4pm

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n YORKSHIRE VINTAGE ASSOCIATION, Newby Hall, 11am-5.30pm.

A huge array of tractors and other machinery demonstrate the mechanised farming practices commonplace in the countryside of yesteryear. Visit www.newbyhall.com or call 01423 322583.

9 JUNE n TAKE THAT... AND PARTY, York Racecourse, 7pm. Tribute act featuring a threecourse carvery. Includes disco & bar. Call 638971.

10 JUNE n MUSIC & FUN IN THE GARDEN, Haxby Memorial Hall, Haxby, 1.30-4pm. Enjoy a post Jubilee celebration with an afternoon of fun for all the family in the hall’s willow garden. Features live music by the ‘Generation Groove Band’. n COMMUNITY HU CHANT, The Garden Room, York Central Library, 12noon. Call 01423 780002, or email annettebacklar@yahoo.co.uk n YORK DOLLS HOUSE AND MINIATURES FAIR, York Racecourse, 10am4pm. See the miniatures, talk to the experts and learn new modelling skills, all in a fun and informal environment. Call 01778 391123.

11, 15 & 19 JUNE n EURO 2012 ‘FOOD WITH A BOOTH’ ENGLAND VS FRANCE, The Grange Hotel.

See England play in the European Football finals on your very own 40” plasma screen in one of their private booths and enjoy a delicious pre match buffet. Call 644744.

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11, 12 + 24 JUNE n TANTALISING TALKS, Holiday Inn, Tadcaster Road, 7pm. Weird o’Wonderful are running a series of talks about the supernatural. www.weirdowonderful.weebly.com

12 JUNE n YORKSHIRE CRAFT AND LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET, Stable Courtyard, Castle Howard, 10am-4pm. Call 01653 648333.

13 JUNE n TURNING BACK TIME, Fairfax House, 7pm. Clock conservator David Barker explores the intricate details of the nationally significant Noel Terry collection of clocks. Call 655543. n SUMMER FAIR, Park Inn Hotel, 10am-4pm.

Lots of stalls to raise money for The Star Appeal, hoping to raise funds for York Hospital’s Stroke rehabilitation Unit. Call 721737. n THINK YOURSELF SLIM, Huntington Community Centre, 7pm. This presentation evening will explain how and why this system works so well.

Call 01226 387641.

14-30 JUNE n THE YORK FESTIVAL OF IDEAS, multiple times and locations. A host of stimulating and interactive experiences for people of all ages.

Visit www.yorkfestivalofideas.com

14 JUNE n OPEN CABINETS, Treasurer’s House, 11am-4.30pm. Ever wondered what lies behind the doors of some of the house’s beautifully ornate furniture? Call 624247.

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15 JUNE n JAZZ NIGHT WITH KIER HALL, The Grange Hotel, 7.30pm. A fine three course dinner and the smooth sounds of the Kier Hall Jazz duo.

Call 644744.

16-24 JUNE n BIKE WEEK, Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough, Call for times. Beginning with a family friendly festival of local music, Bike Week features exciting races and rallies. Visit www.auto66.com or call 01723 373000

16-17 JUNE n FATHERS’ DAY VINTAGE TRANSPORT RALLY, Yorkshire Museum of Farming. A weekend dedicated to vintage machinery and transport. Steam and noise, traction engine and tractors! A perfect day out for dad. Call 489966. n STAINED GLASS WORKSHOPS, Stained Glass Centre, St Martin-cum-Gregory, Micklegate, 10.30am-4.30pm. Try your hand at medieval craft. Call 611687.

16 JUNE n LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS, Driffield Showground, 6pm. Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band, Driffield Male Voice Choir and a spectacular firework finale. Call 01377 257494 14

n GREEN GARDEN DAY, Stillingfleet Lodge, Stewart Lane, Stillingfleet, 1-5pm. Features close encounters with birds, bats, bees and more. Meet local wildlife groups.

Visit www.stillingfleetlodgenurseries.co.uk n YORK CARNIVAL 2012, Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square, All day. Bands, dancers, DJ’s, choirs and the famous parade, which will make its musical way through the city centre.

Visit www.yorkcarnival.org n BLOOMIN’ JAZZ, Merchant Adventurers Hall, 7-10pm. An evening of flower arrangements and jazz music by The Carl Mullen Quartet.

Booking essential. Call 01904 654818. n DIAMOND JUBILEE CONCERT, York Minster, 7.30pm. Music to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II. To book 0844 939 0015

17 JUNE n TRI-A-TRI, Newby Hall. If you’ve done a pool based triathlon, or never competed at all, and you have decided this year you would like to do an open water event then this may be the perfect shorter race for you. Call 0845 4504068

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Affordable Fashion sold in aid of The Friends of The Bar Convent and Sue Ryder. Friday 29th June, 7pm. Tickets cost £10 each and include a glass of wine and canapés.

Please book in advance. Tel: 01904 643238.

19 JUNE n OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY AND CONCERT, York Racecourse, Concert 4-7pm.

Sporting activities during the day and a concert in the evening where Katy B will be performing, along with former Blue Peter presenter Andy Akinwolere.

Visit http://www.yorkfestivals.com or call 553377

20+26 JUNE n FRIGHTENING GOOD FILMS, Brandy Brown’s Little Cinema, 1331, 7pm. Films with a supernatural theme. weirdowonderful.weebly.com

22 JUNE n LITERARY DINNER: AN EVENING WITH ANDY SEED, The Grange Hotel, 7pm.

Andy ‘s book All Teachers Great and Small is the Waterstones Book of the Month, so enjoy a two course dinner, glass of wine and after dinner talk by Andy Seed. Call 644744.

23-24 JUNE n CITY OF YORK OPEN AIR EXHIBITION, Parliament Street, 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. Local artists and potters will be displaying and selling their work on this two day event. Call 552273. n YORK CYCLE SHOW 2012, York Racecourse, Sat 10.30am-6.30pm, Sun 10.30pm4.30pm. The great weekend cycling festival! There will be something for cyclists of all ages at this bike bonanza. Organised Rides from 25 Km to 150Km, Savage Skills Stunt Show, a Cyclists’ Service at the Minster and the Grand Parade through the city.

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n ANTIQUE AND COLLECTORS FAIR, Ripley Village Hall, 9-4pm. Call 01423 889163.

23 JUNE n ACADEMY OF ST. OLAVES: SUMMER CONCERT, St. Olave’s Church, 8pm. The music of Beethoven, Wagner and Schumann takes centre stage. Call 550099 n THE CHAPTERHOUSE CHOIR, Central Methodist Church, St Saviourgate, 9.30am. Come and sing the Chilcott Requiem with Bob Chilcott and David Pipe. Visit www.chapterhousechoir.org

24 JUNE n DRIFFIELD ANTIQUE AND COLLECTORS’ FAIR, Driffield Showground, 9am-4pm. Large collection of quality collectables.

Call 01377 254768 n YORK DOES VINTAGE FAIR, Merchant Adventurers Hall, 10.30am-5pm. An incredible shopping experience with lots of vintage clothing, gems and goodies. Call 07896 840397

27 JUNE n UNIVERSITY CHOIR AND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, York Minster, 7.30pm. A wonderful conclusion to the University of York’s festival season. Visit www.york.ac.uk/concerts

29 JUNE n CHARITY FASHION SHOW, The Bar Convent, 7pm. Call 643238

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Countryside Day Sunday 17 June, 10.30am – 4.30pm An event not to be missed! A jam packed day full of activities, games, demonstrations and stalls - a great day out for all the family!

Askham Bryan, York, YO23 3FR T: 01904 772277 E: enquiries@askham-bryan.ac.uk www.askham-bryan.ac.uk

Countryside Day Sunday 17 June, 10.30am – 4.30pm An event not to be missed! A jam packed day full of activities, games, demonstrations and stalls - a great day out for all the family!

Askham Bryan, York, YO23 3FR T: 01904 772277 E: enquiries@askham-bryan.ac.uk www.askham-bryan.ac.uk

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30 JUNE – 1 JULY n BRASSED ON YORK 2012, Museum Gardens, York, 10am-1pm (Sat) and 12noon-5pm (Sun). Free concerts by York’s brass bands with massed bands finales. Unseated event.

Visit www.brassedon.org or call 07792 633984

n PERFORM WITH A VENGEANCE, Grand Opera House, 2.30pm+7pm. Electrifying dances with extreme individuals and striking songs from both West End and popular productions – Directed by Emma Bassett. Call 0844 8713024

14 JULY n JUBILEE SPITFIRE PROMS, Ripley

30 JUNE Castle, 7.15pm. As the UK Philharmonic Orchestra n IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LOVE…, plays your favourite themes, a dramatic ten minute

Fairfax House, 7pm. This concert of popular and aerobatic display will open the Jubilee Spitfire Proms. best-loved pieces from the eighteenth and nineteenth Tickets from www.kalmusic.co.uk or 01603 308923 centuries is inspired by the theme of love. 655543. n YORKSHIRE FAMILY HISTORY FAIR, York Racecourse, 10am-4.30pm.Around 100 History societies, genealogists and booksellers will descend upon the Knavesmire Exhibition Centre, inclusing The National Archives, The Society of Genealogists and wide variety of commercial stands. A perfect opportunity for those fascinated by history.

Visit www.yorkshirefamilyhistoryfair.com n AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL DE COSTA AND FRIENDS, De Costa Academy, St. Marys, 7.30pm. A night of popular music and evergreen songs. Call 610341.

1 JULY - 31 AUGUST n OUTDOOR SCULPTURE EXHIBITION, Castle Howard, 9am-5.30pm.

Call 01653 648333.

15 JULY n RSPCA SUMMER FAIR, York RSPCA

Animal Home, Water End, Clifton, 11am-3.30pm.

Come and see the animals, all of which need homes.

Visit www.rspca-yorkhome.org.uk or call 654949 n THE WANTED, Ripley Castle, 6.30pm. The hard-working group are excited to be playing in the stunning surroundings of Ripley Castle, and the lakeside setting will make a perfect backdrop to what promises to be a fantastic night of music. Tickets from www.kalmusic.co.uk or 01603 308923

20 JULY n THE SPECTRE, Burn Hall Hotel, Huby, 8pm.

A special performance from the fantastic tribute band The Spectre playing a selection of Two-tone and SKA. Food will be available to purchase throughout the evening. For tickets call 01347 825400

21-22 JULY 6 – 14 JULY n YORK EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2012. n MASHAM STEAM ENGINE AND FAIR ORGAN RALLY, Masham, 9.30am-5.30pm.

Call 658338 7 JULY n COPMANTHORPE CARNIVAL 2012, Copmanthorpe Recreation Centre. 01347 822456 n CATS PROTECTION CHARITY OPEN DAY, Adoption Centre, 582 Huntington Road, 1-4pm. Stalls include home produce, plants, tombola and much more. Call 760356.

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22 JULY n CASTLE HOWARD RACE, Castle Howard, contact for times. The stunning surrounding scenery with Castle Howard’s 10,000 acres forms arguably the most physically challenging triathlon course of the series. To sign up visit www.castletriathlonseries.co.uk

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York Venue Contacts: Barbican: 0844 8542757.

Pocklington Arts Centre: 0175 9301547 The Duchess: 641413 Fibbers: 651250 Basement: 612940 Stereo: 0121 2345678 Black Swan Folk Club: 679131 The National Centre For Early Music: 658338

Barbican 2 Jewel In The Crown 12 The Chieftains 22 Strictly presents…

Dance to the Music Pocklington Arts 1 Richard Hawley 8 Pink Cadillac 28 Punchline Comedy Club

feat. Patrick Monahan Fibbers 1 A Night for Michael

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Machine 4 Ginger Wildheart 7 The School 8 We Are Knuckle

Dragger (in Stereo) 8 The Union 9 Oasish 10 Forgetting Yesterday 13 This Is The Kit 14 The View 15 Kazabian 16 Stolen Earth 23 Small Fakers 26 PartyClub 28 DV8 Festival Basement 1 Honeytone Cody 2 Coquete 3 Hyena Lounge

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Comedy Club 11 Take The Stage 13 Survive Charity Event 14 Adam Gauton 15 Blonde On Bob 16 Hyena Saturday

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Comedy Club 21 David Ward Maclean

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Night Lounge 24 Hyena Lounge

Comedy Club 25 Take The Stage 26 Vikings of Comedy 28 Link Charity Gig Stereo 4 Onelinedrawing 5 Six Hour Sundown 6 Louise Distras

Black Swan Folk Club 7 Folk Club 8-10 Annual Black Swan

Folk Festival 11 Pagan Moot 14 Folk Club 17 Wee Folk 21 Folk Club 28 Folk Club 30 Live Music National Centre for Early Music 7 Jaluba Kunda 16 Purcell Dioclesian 16 Richard Durrant 17 Brazilian Carnival Day 18 Bolivian Connections 22 The Eduardo Niebla

Experience 23 Spectrum 24 Joe Stilgoe Late Music - St Saviourgate Unitarian Chapel 2 Rika Zayasu –

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Theatre YORK THEATRE ROYAL To book: 623568

TAKEOVER FESTIVAL 2012 (21 MAY-9 JUNE) From the 21st May, York Theatre Royal will become the hub of an exciting three week festival run entirely by a team of enthusiastic under-26 year olds. TakeOver has become a regular fixture in the Theatre’s calendar, and this year they will present an exciting line-up of theatre, comedy, dance and music for all York Theatre audiences. Highlights include Wasted by Kate Tempest, Scarberia by Evan Placey and As You Like It by TakOver12. Visit www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

THE WIGGLES (13 JUNE, 1pm + 4.30pm)

(13 JUNE-16 JUNE)

The Wiggles, the fab four from Australia, are very proud to be bringing their world famous live show back to the UK and Ireland in 2012. You’ll wiggle along with hits such as Hot Potato, Fruit Salad, Rock a Bye Your Bear and Toot, Toot, Chugga Chugga live in concert. To book: 0844 8713024

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KEN DODD’S HAPPINESS SHOW

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BEULAH (27-30 JUNE)

Ken Dodd is one of Britain’s funniest comedians - a true legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining us for over 55 years. Come and enjoy his famous Happiness Show with An incredible evening of laughter and songs. To book: 0844 8713024

ALSO ON AT York Theatre Royal THE COMPLETE WORLD OF SPORTS (ABRIDGED)

GRAND OPERA HOUSE JIMMY CARR (05 JUNE) A brand new show, with brand new jokes… but the same old Jimmy. ‘Gagging Order’ promises to be a hilarious night out, packed with one-liners, stories and jokes. Some clever, some rude, and a few totally unacceptable. To book: 0844 8713024 28

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS (25-30 JUNE) Inspired by the smash hit million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats One, Two and Three, comes the sell-out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats

n JUNE 2012 the Musical, featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, the team behind Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds of a Feather, The New Statesmen and Shine On Harvey Moon, this new feel-good musical production will give you ‘the greatest time of your life’, taking you back to a time when each passing week brought another classic track. To book: 0844 8713024.

the lives of a group of women (and one man) attending a weekly tap-dance class in a dingy church hall. As the play progresses the dancing improves to such an extent that by the climax, (a grand charity show performance), they have been transformed into triumphant tappers, worthy of any chorus line. The musical version lifts the story to a new dimension. To book 623568.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (2-4 AUGUST)

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR

This summer’s Stage Experience production, in which young and talented performers from across York will work with an experienced and professional team, will be tackling the classic tale of Fiddler on the Roof!

Rehearsed and performed in just two weeks, Fiddler on the Rood marks the 10th anniversary of Stage Experience with a bang. With themes of nationality and religion, the show will burst at the seams with humour and tragedy, joy and sadness and is sure to touch audiences with its warmth and honesty.

ALSO ON AT THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE BATTLE OF THE BANDS (1 JUNE) THE DRIFTERS (8 JUNE) GARY MULLEN AND THE WORKS PERFORM ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN (9 JUNE) A WILD LIFE: AN AUDIENCE WITH STEVE BACKSHALL (16 JUNE) SUZANNE VEGA (20 JUNE) 80S MANIA (22 JUNE)

JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE REBECCA’S SUMMER CONCERT (2 JUNE) Rebecca Newman is returning to the Joseph Rowntree Theatre following the tremendous success of her concert last year. This time she will be joined by the fabulous award-winning choir Spirit of Harmony and professional ballet dancer, Laura White. To book 623568.

ROWNTREE PARK (25th-27th MAY & 30th MAY – 5TH JUNE) One of Shakespeare’s most uproarious comedies is performed outdoors in this special production, presented by the York Shakespeare Project. The straitlaced town of Windsor is about to be turned upside down, after being invaded by a carnival of outlandish characters. The town’s inhabitants must learn to loosen up – whether they like it or not. Features live folk music. To book: 623568.

THORGANBY VILLAGE HALL EDDIE AND THE GOLD TOPS (12 JUNE) A brand new comedy with music, from the team behind the sell-out success ‘Back to the Land Girls’.

Written and directed by Kate Bramley (Back to the Land Girls/ Ex-Hull Truck Theatre) with original songs and music by Jez Lowe (SONY Radio Academy Award Winner/ BBC Radio 2 Radio Ballads). It’s the 1960’s and every village in England has a band determined to hit the big time. This tale follows our Eddie, a hardworking milkman, in Bottledale where local folk are inspired by the cream of the pop charts and tired of the milk-float of ordinary life, ever dreaming of stardom and success. To book 01423 339168.

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GOING GREY (14-16 JUNE 7.30pm)

Written by Sue Townsend (author of the Adrian Mole series), this touching comedy is presented by the Rowntree Players. Set in an Acton church hall in London, three housebound agoraphobic women attempt to overcome their disorder by bravely staging a bazaar and rummage sale. To book: 07927 026071

Drip Drop Theatre presents Going Grey – a new musical comedy. The story follows Helen, recently widowed and wanting nothing more than to run her café and adjust to a quiet life. But sisters, friends, colleagues and other people’s relationship issues get in the way, before something even more dreadful befalls Helen - she discovers she is GOING GREY. Featuring 16 original songs, piano and strings accompaniment, upbeat dance numbers and a heart-warming storyline, this production promises a great evening’s entertainment. For tickets call 01904 623568.

STEPPING OUT (20-23 JUNE) Stepping Out, which enjoyed a hugely successful West End run and won Evening Standard Best Comedy Award for 1984, is a warm and very funny play about

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Animal Antics at Castle Howard

Saturday 2 June to Tuesday 5 June 2012 A fun-filled animal weekend for all the family!

Meet the experts and find out more about your pets and other animals. Have a go at handling exotic reptiles and watch amazing birds of prey. Bring your canine

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