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EVERY DAY 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 exhibition on the First World War. It tells the fascinating and often moving stories of the Yorkshire people who were affected. Visit www. yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk YORKWALK, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks taking place every day, as well as specialist tours such as Richard III and Jewish Heritage. Visit www.yorkwalk. co.uk or call 01904 622303.

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.

RIVER CRUISES, YorkBoat, Lendal Landing. Enjoy river cruises every day and see York from a different perspective.

There are daily cruises from February to November, as well

as early evening and night-time floodlit cruises. Call 01904 628324.

GHASTLY SHOWS, York Dungeon. See the effects of tyrant King Henry VIII becoming head of the church and filling the crown’s coffers, and meet the redundant washer servant of St Mary’s Abbey who has now become a filthy peasant and is fighting for survival… Visit www. thedungeons.com/York WWI: A TASTE OF HOME, York Chocolate’s Story, 10am-6pm. An exhibition commemorating the centenary of World War One. Showcasing previously unseen artefacts and letters, which provide a fascinating and unique perspective on the conflict. Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com

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and the effects that this greatest of Tudor monarchs had on life in York during his 38-year reign.

Visit www.barleyhall.co.uk or call 01904 615505.

SECRECY AND SPIES, The Bar Convent. This state-of-theart exhibition will inspire you with the story of the Bar Convent.

Discover three hundred years of history and the remarkable people who have shaped it.

Meet the radical Yorkshire nun and pioneer Mary Ward, whose devotion to her cause took her on foot across the Alps - twice.

Visit www.bar-convent.org.uk SWIMMING, Yearsley Pool. Stay fit and active with a regular dip at Yearlsey Pool. There are classes, groups, and even lessons for all ages. Visit www.yearsleypool. co.uk EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY LIVE MUSIC, Acorn Sports and Social Club, Dringhouses. Great live acts playing every weekend.

Call 01904 330351.

POWER & GLORY: YORK IN THE TIME OF HENRY VIII, Barley Hall, 10am-4pm.

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EVERY NIGHT GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s EVENTS

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THE GHOST BUS TOURS, departing Railway Station, stop RE, 7.30 & 9pm. A tour that combines comedy and horror in a thrilling journey around the darker side of York, on board a classic 1960s bus. Call 0844 5677666.

LIVE MUSIC, The Golden Fleece, Pavement. A different band or artist every night. Call 01904 625171.

3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH YORK AND DISTRICT GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS AND DYERS, Yorkshire Farming Museum, Murton. Visit www. yorks-guild-wsd.org.uk or call 01904 784274.

2nd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY AFTERNNON TEA, The Grand Hotel & Spa. Scrumptious treats filled with wonder and invention will capture your imagination, inspired

by Roald Dahl’s children’s classic.

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ONGOING YORK MYSTERY PLAYS TICKETS ON SALE. The York Mystery Plays are back… on a very grand scale! Taking place this summer in The Minster no less, 10

the epic story will be retold by a new company of expert theatre makers, along with a cast of local actors, and Game of Thrones and Coronation Street star Philip McGinley who will be playing Jesus. Tickets for the theatrical extravaganza are now on sale, allowing us all to book our seats for what will be the biggest show of the year. York Minster has chosen the York Theatre Royal to handle the box office duties, so we can all expect a swift and easy transaction. Book your tickets today, and there will be no need to pray for a good seat. Visit www.yorkminster.org/ mysteryplays2016 or call 01904 623568 UNTIL JUNE FLYING SCOTSMAN SEASON, National Railway Museum. The world’s most famous locomotive has finally been restored to its former glory and to celebrate the NRM are holding many special events, displays and activities. To find out more, visit www.nrm. org.uk/flyingscotsman FEBRUARY 2nd CHARITY PAMPER NIGHT, Reflections Hair and Beauty Salon, Farndale Ave, 6-9pm. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, the salon will be hosting a fun night of pampering, complete with goody bags and a raffle. To book, call 01904 424300.

6th FEBRUARY-6th MARCH SNOWDROP SPECTACULAR, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-4pm. Wrap up warmly this winter and enjoy the breath-taking display of snowdrops at Burton Agnes Hall. Every February, millions of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor at the Cunliffe-Listers’ Elizabethan family home. Visit www.burtonagnes. com 6th VICTORIA: PSALMS AND MOTETS, St Michael Le Belfry Church, High Petergate.

The beautiful sonorities and mystical fervour of the Spanish Renaissance unite in a diverse programme. For more information visit: bit.ly/YBVictoria

7th VAPNARTAK – YORK WARGAMES SHOW, York Racecourse, 10-am-5pm.

Vapnartak, the York War Games Society annual show and fair, returns. There will be over 50 traders on three floors, selling their latest war-gaming wares, as well as plenty of games to get involved with and exhibits to marvel at. The show will see the return of tabletop sales, whereby visitors can rent a table (£1 for 30 minutes) and sell their old gear, without commission, and also new and exciting competitions to enter. The die is cast, so be sure to…Visit www.yorkwargames.org

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 9th MADAM BUTTERFLY, York Barbican. This tale of the doomed love of an American naval lieutenant and his young Japanese bride inspired Puccini to write some of his most sublime and beautiful music. Set in Japan at the turn of the century, Madam Butterfly is among the most colourful and exotic of all operas, and from its theme of noble selfsacrifice spring melodies that grips your heart. To book, call 0844 8542757.

9th ILLUSTRATED TALK, Temple Hall, York St. John University, 7.30pm. The RSPB, York Local Group, presents an illustrated talk entitled Bulgaria – The Autumnal Mass Migration,

by Roger Barnes. Visit www.rspb. org.uk/groups/york 10th PRINT MAKING WORKSHOP, St Nicks Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, 1-3pm. Learn how to create your own simple design and turn it into a ‘plate’, which can be used to create beautiful prints. Led by local artist Leonie Tayler. Call 01904 411821.

11th GARTH BROOKS UK, Fibbers. The UK's number one tribute to the biggest selling country music artist of all time - Garth Brooks. The incredible, high-energy show features some of the best musical talent from across the UK country music scene and beyond. From a band filled with incredible musicians 12

– who themselves have played with the likes of Kylie Minogue, Nik Kershaw and Jools Holland – and in Mike Hyde, they have a truly electrifying frontman, whose performances have been wowing audiences all over the world for over 15 years. Visit www.fibbers. co.uk 12th CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York, 8pm. BMS York presents Olga Stezhko on the piano. Visit www. bms-york.org.uk 13th-21st HALF TERM FUN, Beningbrough Hall, 11am-3pm (closed Monday).

This year Beningbrough Hall is 300 years old! To prepare for the celebration, the National Trust is inviting one and all to pop along to the gorgeous house and grounds and help with the bulb planting bonanza, in which 300,000 spring bulbs will be planted along the new Ha-Ha Walk, 13th-21st February. There will also be fun with ‘Georgian Geocaching’, and kids can create their own flower every day in the Artrageous craft workshop.

And, on Friday, join ‘Stories Alive’ as professional storyteller Eden brings the history of the hall to life through the portraits. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough 13th ANNUAL BUFFET DANCE, Gimcrack Rooms, York Racecourse, 7pm. The York Anglo-Italian Society welcomes

one and all for a special evening, complete with renowned mezzo soprano Laura Glaves. To book, call 07850 705789.

13th LORD MAYOR'S CHARITY BALL, Voltigeur Restaurant, York Racecourse, from 6.30pm. A wonderful evening of fine dining, dancing, and fundraising – all in aid of the chosen 2015/2016 Lord Mayor’s charities – will be had at York Racecourse. Tickets are available now and a great night of music, food, and dancing, with all proceeds going to OCAY (Older Citizens Advocacy York), Dementia Friends, and the York Stained Glass Centre. This usually the biggest charity ball of the year in the city and places are always in high demand. To find out more, and to book your tickets email civicenquiries@york.gov.uk or call 01904 551011.

13th YORK GUILDHALL ORCHESTRA, York Barbican, 7.30pm. The orchestra are back in full swing, with a rousing performance of classical favourites. Hear the group perform Rossini, Sibelius, Beethoven, and hear from pianist Alessandro Taverna. Call 0844 8542757.

15th-23rd 32nd JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL, across the city. Recognised as the largest event of its kind in Europe, the annual JORVIK Viking Festival is a city-wide celebration of York’s

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Concerto for Piano No.5 in Eb (Emperor)

Alessandro Taverna (Piano)

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Visit www.jorvik-viking-centre. co.uk 15th ENG-AGE 50+ ACTIVITY DAY, Energise. If you’re over 50 and keen to try different fitness activities, and to find out more about fitness in York, get along to the Eng-AGE 50+ Activity Day. Organised by the council as part of the Eng-AGE programme of events, the day gives you the chance to try a number of different sports and activities in a friendly and welcoming environment. Anyone interested can simply turn up, although a few sessions, such as Pilates, Climbing, Aquafit, Gym Inductions, Nordic Walking and Swimming Lessons, have limited availability and should be booked in advance. To find out more about what is on offer, visit www. york.gov.uk/engage or call 01904 553377.

16th & 18th WILDFLOWER FUN FOR KIDS, St Nicks Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, 2-4pm. Find out about different varieties of wildflowers and get your hands dirty planting some for St Nicks nature reserve.

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along your antiques, collectables, and jewellery and get them valued, for free, by the experts of Tennants Auctioneers. Visit www. tennants.co.uk 19th MEMORIES OF WORKING FOR FOUR MINISTERS, Wigginton Recreation Hall, 2pm. Haxby and Wigginton U3A host a talk by Alan Lavender MBE. Email dorothy. croft10@gmail.com 19th CEILIDH DANCE, Tramways Club, Mill Street, 7.30-11pm. Have a great night out while raising funds for St Nicks charity. Enjoy live music

by FiddlersWreck, games, raffle, drinks and cakes and more. Call 01904 411821.

20th-21st OPEN WEEKEND, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Discover the only working windmill in York, and with a bit of luck the wind will be blowing to turn the sails. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org 20th COMEDY NIGHT, York Sports Club. Enjoy a great night of comedy at the club on Shipton Road. Tickets available from the bar. Call 01904 623602.

27th GHOSTS OF YORK GUILDHALL, The Guildhall, 9pm-3am. Join the team of UK Ghost Nights as they uncover the haunted mysteries of the Guildhall. Take a creepy night tour of the ancient building

with paranormal investigators, a historian and a medium.

The Guildhall is one of Yok’s most historic and haunted locations, with tales of ghostly black monks, disembodied voices, and shadowy figures.

There have been many reports of paranormal activity at the Guildhall with ghostly footsteps, doors slamming, secret passages, whispered voices, and dark shadows reported. The event includes a history and medium tour, hot drinks, a ghost hunt workshop and vigil, and access to some areas not normally open to the public. To book, visit www. ukghostnights.co.uk 27th BRITISH SONG DAY, Unitarian Chapel, St Saviourgate.

Late Music presents a whole day of singing and music, in association with the York Literature Festival.

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The pioneering independent theatre company will bring a host of must see plays and musicals to York this spring: Betty Blue Eyes Friargate Theatre 5 - 13 February This charming, laugh out loud show is set in post war Britain under the grip of recession and rationing. The big wigs of Ilkley are secretly fattening up a pig for a private function to celebrate a royal wedding. Mildmannered chiropodist Gilbert and his social-climbing wife Joyce are not invited, but when Gilbert stumbles across the pig – Betty Blue Eyes – Joyce hits on the idea of stealing it as revenge. n To book call 01904 613000.

Les Miserables Joseph Rowntree Theatre 17 - 27 February This youth production will give the people of York a chance to see stars of the future in action. Les Miserables tells the tale of an ex-convict, Jean Valjean, and his flight from relentless police inspector Javert after he breaks parole. When Valjean promises to care for factory worker Fantine’s young daughter, Cosette, he starts out on a dramatic journey of redemption against the backdrop of the Paris Uprising of 1832. n To book call 01904 623568.

She Stoops to Conquer Joseph Rowntree Theatre 21 - 23 February A Wealthy countryman is looking forward to introducing his daughter Kate to the son of his old friend Sir Charles Marlow with a view to marriage.

But mayhem ensues and mistakes multiply when his mischievous stepson tricks young Marlow into believing Mr Hardcastle is a common innkeeper.

When Kate discovers Marlow is petrified of ladies of class but a charmer with common girls she pretends to be a barmaid and stoops to conquer his heart. n To book call 01904 623568.

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THEATRE nights out &

Grand Opera House To book: 0844 8713024

THRILLER LIVE

(1st-6th February) Direct from London’s West End, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

Michael Jackson. Join the cast on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of Michael’s 45 year musical history.

Experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, and from soul to disco, as the cast play homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances.

Ghost the Musical (16th-20th February) The dazzling West End and Broadway hit musical Ghost, based on the Oscar-winning film starring Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore, comes to the Grand Opera House stage in an electrifying new production by York Stage Musicals.

When Sam Wheat is murdered on a New York street, he finds himself trapped between this world and the next. After many attempts at trying to communicate with girlfriend Molly he seeks the help of a phony psychic in the hope of saving her from his murderer. As time begins to run out both Sam and Molly learn the hard way to keep their friends close and their enemies even closer.

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TOSCA (4th March)

A magnificent, traditional, fullystaged opera, Tosca is set against the dramatic landscape of Rome and the Napoleonic Wars and the corrupt Italian regime of that time. Directed as a Gothic, Victorian horror story, Puccini’s Tosca is an epic tale of true love and treachery featuring torture, murder and suicide alongside some of opera’s best-known music, and is based on a play by Victorien Sardou.

Joseph Rowntree Theatre Visit www.jrtheatre.co.uk

The Phantom of the Opera (3rd-6th February) Following the success of their production of Jekyll & Hyde the Musical in 2015, The York Orchard Musical Theatre Company are delighted to present The Phantom of the Opera, an iconic musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With stunning special effects, a superbly talented cast, and mesmerising set and costumes, this promises to be a spectacular show not to be missed.

york barbican To book: 0844 8542757

Madam Butterfly (9th February) The highly acclaimed Russian State Opera returns with the perfect tragic opera. Featuring an impressive cast,

and accompanied by a large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians, this tale of the doomed love of an American naval lieutenant and his young Japanese bride inspired Puccini to write some of his most sublime and beautiful music. Set in Japan at the turn of the century, Madam Butterfly is among the most colourful and exotic of all operas, and its theme of noble self-sacrifice spring melodies that grips your heart.

bad apple theatre

Visit www.badappletheatre.com

On tour!

THE DAILY BREAD 2016

Performed by Badapple Theatre, this is an original comedy-drama

by Kate Bramley, starring Colin Scott-Moncrieff. August de Ville is a master baker and his tiny village bakery is the talk of the town, as the WI ladies flock for miles to sample his sumptuous sponge and beautiful buns. But does the cheery facade hide a dark secret?

21st Feb Askham Bryan Village Hall 24th Feb Kelfield Village Institute 25th feb Ampleforth Village Hall 28th feb Tockwith Village Hall

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5 - 13 February Tel: 01904 613000 £15

17-20 & 24-27 february Tel: 01904 623568 £16

21-23 february tel: 01904 623568 £10

11-15 may tel: 01904 623568 £15

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GIG GUIDE YORK BARBICAN 9 madam butterfly 13 York guildhall orchestra 19 richard hawley 20 JimEÓiN 28 James martin THE BASEMENT 1 will robert 3 YpS cafe Scientifique 4 cherry Suede 5 all The Nice girls 7 Stand up and be counted 8 kinofolk: buffalo 66 11 dr Sketchy’s anti-art School 18 Telegram 19 dos cervezas 20 guy Jones 21 gulf 22 kinofolk: of horses and men 25 wozzon comedy club 26 Frøkedal FIBBERS 5 ben poole 6 Limehouse Lizzy 11 garth brooks uk 19 Tyr 26 king No-one 27 The Smyths

THE DUCHESS 9 Lisbon 12 The crookes 15 Eliza and The bear 21 The Sherlocks BLACK SWAN FOLK CLUB 4 The East pointers 11 bob Fox 18 Saul bailey + hannah cumming 26 Singers & musicians Night NATIONAL CENTRE FOR EARLY MUSIC 13 Schubert’s Last Year 14 oh! The Sweet delights of Love 26 barluath POCKLINGTON ARTS CENTRE 16 The Snow bear by hearthside Tales 20 The picture of doreen gray by Lipservice Theatre SELBY TOWN HALL 11 T’pau 13 Nancy kerr & The Sweet Visitor band

THE VENUE, SELBY 5 one machine 13 roxy music Tribute 26 acdc uk HELMSLEY ART’S CENTRE 6 The hut people 11 The brodsky String Quartet 12 piaf: The Songs THE NOOK thursdays Live Funk & Soul Night

KENNEDY’S YORK 21 dana ali band THE ROMAN BATH 5 Full Tilt 6 Joe gallagher 7 roundel 12 dirty Little Secret 13 Travellin’ band 14 copowt UNITARIAN CHAPEL 27 british Song day 1pm: christopher o’gormon & mark hutchinson 7.30pm: ana beard Fernandez, kate Ledger & Lemn Sissay

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It’s amazing

who you see in York during February Half Term...

Recognised as the largest 15th to 21st February 2016 event of its kind anywhere in Europe, the annual JORVIK Viking Festival is a sword-smashing, shield clashing and horn blowing celebration of our city’s rich and vibrant Viking heritage. We’ve put together some of the stand out events for this year’s festival but be sure to check out www.jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk to discover them all.

Throughout the Festival

Join Vikings in their city centre encampments and test your sword skills throughout the week: Coppergate Camp------------------10:00 - 16:00 I COPPERGATE SQUARE I FREE The Vikings have invaded Coppergate and set up camp as they did over 1,000 years ago!

Meet the seafaring Norsemen and women to learn about their lives at sea, hear fascinating stories from Viking merchants who trade goods across the globe. Plus, make an appointment to meet the Cunning Woman, who will be prescribing VikingAge cures for aches, pains and grisly war wounds!

City Camp --------------------------10:00 - 16:00 I PARLIAMENT STREET I FREE (STORYTELLING 11:00, 13:00, 15:00) The Viking invasion continues in the heart of the bustling city.

See a longship kitted out for war and gather in the Story Tent to hear exciting tales about the famous King Canute!

Visit Mon-Thurs and discover the animals the Vikings reared in the city at their Steading.

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Have-a-go Sword Combat -------MON -SUN: 10:30, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30 I MERCHANT ADVENTURERS’ HALL I £3.50 PER CHILD A chance for younger Vikings to get a taste for the art of sword fighting!

Instructed by Viking warriors, combatants are sure to enjoy this fun workshop of battle skills.

This event is always popular so book early to avoid disappointment.

Family Fun Keep the whole family entertained throughout February Half Term with these fab Viking events: Craft & Play the Viking Way! ----MON - THURS 10:30 – 16:00 I PARLIAMENT STREET MARQUEE I FREE ENTRY (SMALL CHARGE FOR SOME ACTIVITIES) Try your hand at a range of fun and historical crafts, games, competitions and activities in our marquee dedicated to all things creative!

Viking Warrior Challenge for Children --------------------------MON - THURS 12:00 – 16:00 I DIG I NORMAL ADMISSION PRICES APPLY Test your strength and dexterity

with a series of Viking themed games and challenges.

Little Diggers Sessions -----------MON - FRI 10:00 - 11:00 I DIG I £3.50 PER CHILD (INCLUDES ONE ACCOMPANYING ADULT) Discover more about our hands-on sessions for 2-5 year olds on the next page.

Poo Day! --------------------------WED 17TH 12:00 - 16:00 I DIG I NORMAL ADMISSION PRICES APPLY Yes, you’ve read that right, Poo Day… Visit DIG to learn about the muckier side of archaeology; have a go at making your very own replica historic poo and discover how poo is used to solve ancient mysteries.

Kid’s Film Club Double Bill: How To Train Your Dragon & How To Train Your Dragon 2 ---------------FRI 19TH 13:00 I DIG I £7 PER PERSON, CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT Hiccup, Toothless and friends invite you to discover a world of Vikings & Dragons!

Price includes fruit squash drink, haribo mini pack and take home craft activity for each child.

Check out www.jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk to discover all of the events

Unless otherwise stated, to pre-book events call 615505 or visit www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk/tickets

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Walks, Talks & Tours Discover the impact the Vikings have had on our country’s history at these special festival events: Festival Walking Tour-----------MON - FRI 13:00 I DEPARTS FROM THE RICHARD III EXPERIENCE AT MONK BAR I ADULT £4.50 CONC. £3.50 A wise monarch once said: ‘the history of York is the history of England.’

Discover just how true this statement is when you join the walking tour of the city. Expect Romans, Georgians, Victorians and, of course, Vikings.

Walk lasts approx 1 hour. Please dress accordingly for the weather, and be prepared to walk long distances and up steps.

Mace to the Face -----------------MON 15TH 14:30 I YORK COUNCIL CHAMBERS (GUILDHALL) I ADULT £4.50 CONC. £3.50 Human anatomist Emma HalpinDurband focuses on the harrowing effects of blunt force trauma on medieval combatants.

The lecture will contain graphic images of modern wounds and trauma and as such is not suitable for young children or those of a nervous disposition.

Vikings in Your Vocabulary - with Richard Dance & Sara Pons-Sanz TUES 16TH 14:30 I YORK COUNCIL CHAMBERS (GUILDHALL) I ADULT £4.50 CONC. £3.50 The lasting legacy of the Vikings is all around us, in our words...

This enlightening talk will explore the ‘Viking’ words, how we know about them and trace their journey to the present day; including the part they’ve played in the distinctive vernacular of the North of England.

In Praise of King Canute: Norse poetry from England-------------THE HELEN THIRZA ADDYMAN LECTURE WITH MATTHEW

TOWNEND, UNIVERSITY OF YORK TUES 16TH 19:00 I DIG I £6.50 (FRIENDS OF YAT £5.50) Canute’s conquest of England in 1016 brought major literary changes as well as political upheaval.

This lecture will explore the content, style, and ideology of the poetry composed in Canute’s honour.

Archaeological Trust!

MON 15TH: TUES 16TH: Landscapes

Hidden Vikings Rediscovering Ancient

WEDS 17TH: From Dig to Display THURS 18TH: Bioarchaeology FRI 19TH: Forensic Archaeology

Coffin Fit - The Story of The Swinegate Skeletons ------------WEDS 17TH 19:00 I VENUE TBC I ADULT £14.50 CONC. £12.50 In 1990 a nearly complete wooden coffin was found during excavations at Back Swinegate, York.

Little Diggers ---------------------MON - FRI 10:00 I DIG I £3.50 PER CHILD (INCL FREE ADULT PLACE) Visit DIG during JORVIK Viking Festival and join in the fun at ‘Little Diggers’ - where your children can DIG, delve and discover the past!

Suitable for 2 - 5 year olds

This coffin was conserved as a rare survival from Anglo-Scandinavian York and has very recently been reassembled, reunited with its occupant and placed on display at JORVIK before the flooding of the centre in December 2015.

MON 15TH: TUES 16TH: Games WEDS 17TH: THURS 18TH: Stories FRI 19TH:

The Romance of the Sword ----THURS 18TH 14:30 I YORK COUNCIL CHAMBERS (GUILDHALL) I ADULT £4.50 CONC. £3.50 Martial arts instructor Christopher Halpin-Durband will explore our fascination with the sword and discover why it is so iconic.

Viking Combat Arena MON - FRI 11:00 & 14:00 I YORK GUILDHALL I ADULT £3.50 CONC. £2.50 With a different performance each day, exploring the eventful history of Canute the Great, the Viking warrior who rose through the ranks to become not just King of England but leader of a North Sea Empire!

Canute, the Wave and the Seeds of 1066 ----------------------FRI 19TH 14:30 I YORK COUNCIL CHAMBERS (GUILDHALL) I ADULT £4.50 CONC. £3.50 Join award-winning author, Justin Hill, in this engaging talk where he explains how the Norman Conquest would never have happened without Canute.

He will also explore the legacy the Danes left in England and what this means for our national character.

Meet the Experts -----------------MON - FRI 10:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 15:00 I BARLEY HALL I NORMAL ADMISSION PRICES APPLY Discover the exciting world of archaeology at Barley Hall with these special sessions run by real archaeologists from York

Visiting Vikings Norse Songs & Dress Like a Viking Norse Sagas & Valiant Viking Heroes

MON 15TH: Harald Bluetooth Vs Sweyn Forkbeard - The Battle for Denmark!

TUES 16TH: The Gruesome Murders of Sigeferth & Morcar by the Devious Eadric Streona WEDS 17TH: Canute Vs Thorkell the Tall - Apprentice Becomes Master!

THURS 18TH: The Deadly Ambush of Earl Uhtred by Thurbrand the Hold FRI 19TH: Canute Vs Edmund - The Battle for all England!

The JORVIK Viking Festival is managed by York Archaeological Trust, a registered charity in England & Wales (No. 509060) and Scotland (SCO42846)

Unless otherwise stated, to pre-book events call 615505 or visit www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk/tickets

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Ultimate Viking Banquet The Betrothal of King Canute FRI 19TH 19:00 I MERCHANT TAYLORS’ HALL, YORK I £65.50 PER PERSON Greeted by a torchlit Viking honour guard, you will be whisked back in time to the year AD 1016 where you will be met by King Canute himself and his loyal supporters. Join them as they feast and make merry, celebrating his betrothal to Emma of Normandy.

A unique experience, hosted by Vikings and including wonderful musical entertainment & song, mead, a sumptuous three course banquet and of course wine flowing to accompany your meal.

Price includes all refreshments and drinks with your meal. There is a cash bar available thereafter. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Festival Finale WEEKEND!

FRI 19 & TH SAT 20 TH

Everything comes to head at the weekend when the Vikings come together to feast and make merry at the annual Viking banqueting experience. They will need to build their strength up for the fabulously dramatic Festival Finale, where armies of Norse warriors take to the Eye of York & give the waiting crowd a spectacular show straight out of the Viking Age!

Brawl at the Guildhall: Annual Strongest Viking Competition 10:00 I YORK GUILDHALL I ADULT £4 CONC. £3 Now in it’s fifth year, the competition just gets tougher!

The cream of the crop from across the UK & Europe vye for the title of Strongest Viking and the chance to receive the coveted JORVIK Viking Festival trophy sword.

March to Coppergate --- 13:30 I DEAN’S PARK I FREE The perfect JORVIK Viking Festival photo opportunity.

See the Vikings of King Canute’s army muster and march across the city to Coppergate in a fantastic show of strength as they prepare themselves for tonight’s fiery battle!

Ironside prepare to decide the fate of the crown of England!

Incorporating a cast of fearsome warriors, sound and light effects and terrific pyrotechnics in a dazzling spectacular which will see the rise t be may no Tickets ble on the of a new King! ila and fun competition has become something of a JORVIK Viking Festival highlight.

Please note; homemade beards are not just permitted but encouraged!

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King Canute’s Spectacular Finale! Doors open at 18:00, entertainment commences 18:45

EYE OF YORK (BY CLIFFORD’S TOWER) I ADULT £12.50 CONC. £10 FAMILY OF 4 £36.50 FAMILY OF 5 £45.50 Best Beard Contest -15:00 I CITY Thrilling live battle action awaits CAMP, PARLIAMENT STREET I FREE you as the Viking leader, Canute the Entering its 8th year, this whimsical Great and the Anglo-Saxon Edmund

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Booking your tickets for JORVIK Viking Festival couldn’t be easier; simply log on to www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk/tickets and buy online.

If you do have any questions or prefer to speak to someone call the Festival Box Office on 01904 615505 Mon-Sun 9am to 5pm.

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