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May the Fourth Be With You... Whether you’re a Star Wars fan or not, we all love a good pun. Of course, it’s not just the 4th May that we’re excited about – it’s almost every bloomin’ day in May. Have you seen what’s going on in York and the surrounding areas this month? No? Well then get yourself to the Events Diary on pages 6 - 18 and have a look! There’s a double bank holiday this month, and that means one thing: time off work and places to visit. Times two. With any luck we’ll see lots of sunshine and heatwaves (hopefully we haven’t just jinxed that), but even if it pours it down there’s plenty to do indoors, too. Such as some cracking shows at our fabulous theatres.
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MAD HATTER OF AN EASTER,
Lotherton Hall, 10am-4pm. Follow the white rabbit and enjoy crafts and activities. Visit www.leeds.gov.uk/lotherton for more information.
HOPPY EASTER ADVENTURE TRAIL, Mother Shipton’s, 10am-
5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm). Actors will bring the park to life this April as you follow the trail to help Little Bo Peep find her sheep! On the way, you’ll also meet bunnies Betty and Clover – and you might just get a chocolate treat if you can solve the puzzles! Not only that but you’ll get to experience the Petrifying Well and Mother Shipton’s Cave – why not bring a picnic? Visit www.mothershipton.co.uk for more information.
A CHOCOLATE COVERED EASTER, York’s Chocolate Story. From
award-winning guided tours to their Chocolate Egg Masterclasses, York’s Chocolate Story is the ultimate Easter experience. To find out more about York’s Chocolate Story, and to book, visit www.yorkschocolatestory.com/easter.
EASTER EGG TRAIL, Yorkshire
Museum of Farming, 10am-4.30pm. Make a trip to Murton Park and discover a special Easter Egg Trail at the Yorkshire Museum of Farming – the only museum in the district dedicated to the historical agriculture of the Ridings of Yorkshire. Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk for more information.
EASTER ENTERTAINMENT,
Lightwater Valley. With over 35 rides and attractions; family entertainment; spacethemed puppet shows and a special Easter pirate treasure hunt, Lightwater Valley is the perfect place to visit this Easter. Visit www.lightwatervalley.co.uk for more information.
APRIL // 27 -28 TH
MAY // 1ST A LEVEL RECITALS, National Centre for Early Music, 7pm. The York College A Level Music Students perform their ensemble and solo recitals. Visit www. yorkcollege.ac.uk for more information.
// 3RD-6TH MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY BEER FESTIVAL, The Mended Drum, Huby,
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FESTIVAL OF VINTAGE, York
Racecourse, 10am-5pm. Don’t miss this brilliant two-day festival all about the 1930s-1960s. A must for anyone who enjoys celebrating the days gone by – with live music and two stages with dance floors. Call 07880 910361 or email info@discovervintage.co.uk for more information. Don’t forget to book your tickets at www.festivalofvintage. co.uk – York residents get in for £10 instead of £16 with the discount code FOVYORKRES1.
CRAFT AND GIFT FAYRE, Marriott Hotel, 10am-4pm. Enjoy a craft and gift fayre full of beautiful handcrafted quality gifts – and it’s completely free to get in.
LEST WE FORGET, York Army
Museum, 11am-2pm. The museum are asking people to bring in their photographs, diaries, letters, memoirs and stories from the First World War to be recorded and added to the National Public Online Archive. If you want to get involved in making more of Britain’s history call 01904 461010 or visit www. yorkarmymuseum.co.uk for more information.
from 12pm-late. This fun festival features 18 real ales; live music; street food; and costs nothing to enter – so don’t miss it! Visit www.themendeddrum.co.uk for more information.
//4TH -6TH HAXBY SCARECROW FESTIVAL, Haxby. Don’t miss this popular festival.
// 4TH-6TH, 18TH-19TH & 27TH OPEN DAY, Holgate Windmill, 11am-
4pm. Don’t miss the opportunities to see inside the stunning last working mill in York – and the oldest five-sailed mill in the country. Explore each floor and discover how grain is milled and how flour is produced. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org for more information.
// 5TH STEVE CASSIDY AND FRIENDS,
Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7:30pm. The Steve Cassidy Band are joined by The Voice winner Andrea Begley, as well as St George’s school choir, Mick Hull, and community chorus. Visit www. josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk.
QUILT SHOW
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June 1st & 2nd, between 10am-4pm, £3 entry Free Parking, Raffle, Tombola, Refreshments, Traders
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Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th May 2019 Join us for this year’s ‘Against The Odds’ weekend and experience life at RAF Elvington during World War Two. Throughout the weekend, see re-enactor demonstrations of what life was like in Elvington for serving Halifax Bomber aircrew as they fought to liberate occupied Europe. RE-ENACTOR DEMONSTRATIONS • GUIDED TOURS UNIQUE HALIFAX BOMBER DISPLAY • AIRCRAFT FLYPAST PERFORMANCE FROM ‘THE YORK VINTAGE DANCE GROUP’ AND FEMALE VOCAL HARMONY GROUP ‘THE SEATONES’
Admission tickets are available on the day or online: www.yorkshireairmuseum.org £15 Adult £12 Concession £7 Child £40 Family (2 adults + 3 children) Gates open 10am until 5pm YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM, ELVINGTON, YORK YO41 4AU 01904 608 595
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Newby Hall, 10am-5.30pm. If you pop down to Newby Hall on this special Sunday, you’ll discover over 500 sports cars – as well as a number of stalls. Admission includes entry to the gardens and Adventure Playground. Visit www. newbyhall.com for more information.
Against the odds revival weekend @ Yorkshire Air Museum
FOSSGATE FESTIVAL, Fossgate, 127:30pm. Celebrate one of York’s oldest streets and its independent shops, cafes and bars.
DOG WALK, York Racecourse,
registration from 10.15am; start at 11am. This event – in aid of Age UK’s Keep Your Pet charity – features live music; fun agility course; food and drinks; a tombola; ‘picka-prickle’ stalls; and you can, of course, walk your dog! Call 07592 547326 or email kypfundraising@gmail.com for more information.
// 6TH SAM SWEENEY – THE UNFINISHED VIOLIN, National
Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. Based on Sam’s own violin, which was carved but never finished by Richard Howard in 1915, this concert is full of instrumental music inspired by the Great War. Visit www.ncem.co.uk for more information.
// 8TH-9TH NEVERLAND, Alan Ayckbourn
Theatre, York College, 2pm & 7pm. Come along and enjoy the final performance by the Year 2 Dance students based on the story of Peter Pan. Visit www.yorkcollege.ac.uk.
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THE DECORATIVE HOME & SALVAGE SHOW, Ripley Castle, Friday 12-5pm; Sat and Sun 10am-5pm. This three-day event is ideal for people who are wanting to create a unique indoor or outdoor space, with inspirational exhibits from interior designers; architects; collectors and more. A fantastic day out where you can also enjoy the on-site catering. Visit www.asfairs.com or call 01298 27493 for more information.
// 11TH ULTIMATE LEPPARD, The Victoria
Vaults, 9pm. Don’t miss the UK’s number one Def Leppard tribute. Visit www. victoriavaults.com or call 01904 613444
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BOTTOMLESS PROSECCO COCKTAIL TRAIN, Wensleydale
Railway, 7.15-9.45pm. Take the train into the Yorkshire Dales and enjoy an evening of fun, laughter and bottomless bubbles. Call 01677 425805 to book your seats, or visit www.wensleydalerail.com for more information.
// 11TH-12TH AGAINST THE ODDS REVIVAL WEEKEND, RAF Elvington, 10am-5pm. You’ll be able to take a step back in time at RAF Elvington, and experience what life was like during World War II. There will also be guided tours; a performance from The York Vintage Dance Group; and female vocal harmony group, The Seatones. For more information, and to book tickets, visit www. yorkshireairmuseum.org, or call 01904 608595.
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ANTIQUE AND COLLECTORS’ FAIR, Driffield Showground, 9am-
3.30pm. As well as exploring three halls full of quality collectables and antiques, you can also see if you’ve got any hidden treasures by attending the valuation table between 10am-1pm. Call 01377 254768 for more information.
VINTAGE RALLY, Burton Agnes
Hall, 11am-5pm. The East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club are bringing a variety of vintage and classic vehicles for a special exhibition. Everyone’s welcome to come along – and the event will be raising money for Marie Curie Cancer Care. To find out more, visit www. burtonagnes.com.
// 14TH-20TH YORK’S DEAD GOOD FESTIVAL,
throughout York. Welcome to York’s first ever Dead Good Festival – an event that aims to encourage people to be more open about death, dying and bereavement. Throughout the festival you’ll be able to take part in talks, crafts, performances and more – call St Leonard’s Hospice on 01904 777777 or email sarah.gilbank@stleonardshospice. nhs.uk for more information.
// 17TH CHEESE AND WINE EVENING, The Bar Convent, 7pm. Discover a selection of high quality wines with consultant Geoff Walker. Tickets cost £15. Call 01904 643238 to book.
// 18TH FLIP N FILL, Mecca Bingo, 9pm-late.
Don’t miss this live event, kicking off with Bonkers Bingo and hosted by Keyes. Visit www.eventbrite.co.uk for tickets.
LIVE REGGAE, The Spread Eagle.
Enjoy a night of reggae and electro dub dancing with DBC3 and Catchafire to help raise money for Brunswick Organic Nursery – a sheltered workplace for people with learning difficulties. For more information call 01904 289390.
// 18TH-19TH YORKSHIRE GAME & COUNTRY FAIR 2019 AND UK TRACTOR SHOW 2019, Scampston Hall, 9am-
5pm. You can have a go at a plethora of countryside activities including axe throwing; archery; air rifles; clay pigeon shooting and more. Plus you’ll discover falconry displays; dog shows; tractor pulling and a classic car display. Visit www. outdoorshows.co.uk.// 19TH
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Ride of the Valkyries from Die Walküre
Grøndahl
Trombone Concerto
Ian Bousfield (Trombone)
Korngold
Pierrot’s Tanzlied and Marietta’s Lied from Die Tote Stadt
Pryor
The Bluebells of Scotland
Stravinsky
The Rite of Spring
Tickets £25.30, £21.95, £17.45 (Concessions: £24.20, £20.80, £16.30, Children and Students: £6.20) All ticket sales are subject to a service charge and a facility fee as levied by the Barbican Box Office. The prices quoted here include all relevant charges.
yorkbarbican.co.uk Box Office: 0844 854 2757 Simon Wright Conductor Fiona Love Orchestra Leader Ian Bousfield Trombone In association with
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Centre for Early Music, 11.30am & 1.30pm. This hilarious family show tells the story of the Queen who’s looking for to be cheered up with songs by the Royal Court Jester. Visit www.ncem.co.uk for more information and to book.
TEDDY BEAR AFTERNOON TEA,
Wensleydale Railway, 2.15-5pm. Hop on board the Tornado for an extra special teddy bear’s afternoon tea – complete with marmalade sandwiches! Call 01677 425805 to book your seats, or visit www.wensleydalerail.com for more information.
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Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. This fantastic, multi-talented quartet bring both
// 25TH-26TH SLAM DUNK FESTIVAL 2019,
Leeds and Hatfield. One of the most highly anticipated festivals of the year has arrived - and it lands in Leeds on May 25th!With an incredible line up including All Time Low, New Found Glory, Less Than Jake, Bullet For My Valentine, Simple Plan and loads more, you won't want to miss out. Visit www.slamdunkfestival.com to book tickets. Please note, Slam Dunk is in Leeds on the 25th May and Hatfield on the 26th May. acapella and accompanied traditional music in this invigorating concert. Visit www.ncem.co.uk for more information.
//22ND OPERA NIGHT, Carluccio’s,
7-10:30pm. Enjoy a 3-course meal while listening to their much-loved opera singers. Call 01904 656536.
// 22ND-23RD O BEAUTIFUL, Alan Ayckbourn
Theatre, York College, 2pm & 7pm. Don’t miss the final performance from the Year 2 Acting students. Visit www. yorkcollege.ac.uk for more information.
// 24TH GIN EVENING, Middletons Hotel, 7pm. Head down to Middletons for some GINspiration! Experience a
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selection of gins and try something new, or go to your favourite. There’ll be an expert on hand to guide you, as well as Yorkshire tapas for you to enjoy. Call the events team on 01904 611570 or email events@middletonsyork.co.uk for more information.
// 25TH-26TH THE GREAT ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE FAIR, Wetherby
Racecourse, 8am-5pm; 9am-4pm. Head down to this stunning venue and see what collectables you can find! Visit www. jaguarfairs.com for more information.
WENSLEYALE FESTIVAL,
Wensleydale Railway. With over 40 ales; gin; Prosecco; live music; street food; children’s activities and more – it’s the perfect place to visit. And it’s free! Call 01677 425805 to book your seats, or visit www.wensleydalerail.com for more information.
// 25TH-27TH THE GREAT BRITISH FOOD FESTIVAL, Harewood House,
10am-5pm. Pop down to the beautiful Harewood House for a bank holiday weekend full of delicious food. With over 80 Best of British producers and street food vendors; along with celebrity chef demos, competitions and challenges and live music, it’s the perfect event for lovers of food everywhere! Check out www. greatbritishfoodfestival.com for more information.
TRACTION ENGINE RALLY, Castle
Howard, 10am-5pm. Don’t miss this exciting family day out! Events include attendance by the Stannage International Stunt Team, a stage show featuring singers and dancers, chainsaw carving, and a whole bunch of rally attractions. To buy tickets and for more information, visit www.outdoorshows.co.uk.
// 25TH MAY-2ND JUNE UNICORNS AND DINOSAURS,
Mother Shipton’s, 10am-5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm). Discover the legends of unicorns and the history of dinosaurs at England’s oldest attraction. Visit www.mothershipton.co.uk for more information.
// 26TH BEST OF YORK FESTIVAL, York
Sports Club, 11.30am. This fantastic event, hosted by YO1 Radio, will gather some of York’s greatest talents including The Honours, The Mothers, Flatcap Carnival and The 5:15s. It’s a day of music, dancing, food, fair rides, and family fun. Not to mention an outside bar! All to raise vital funds for the Ambulance Wish Foundation. Visit www.ticketsource. co.uk/ambulance-wish-foundation to book tickets.
FOXWOOD COMMUNITY HUB,
Foxwood Community Centre, 11.45am2pm. Enjoy a free/pay-as-you-feel lunch, plus advice and crafts.
// 26TH-27TH OPEN GARDENS, Sutton on the
Forest, 1-5pm. Take this rare opportunity to visit the picturesque village and some of its best gardens, as they’re only open every two years! You’ll be able to buy some unusual plants as well as be inspired with ideas for your own plot. The ancient church will be open with flower displays and music and refreshments will be available from 12pm in the village hall. There will also be book and DVD sales and a tombola. Proceeds to Martin’s House Children’s Hospice, SANDS, and village charities. Email djj3@btinternet. com for more information.
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// 26TH-31ST WALK CYCLE FESTIVAL, York.
You’re invited to a week of free and fun walks, rides, socials, workshops and creative activities in celebration of York’s walking and cycling lifestyle. We will inspire, entertain and guide you around beautiful green spaces, and plunge you into a world of labyrinths, murals, trees, storytelling, local food… and more! Visit www.yorkbikebelles.community for more information.
// 27TH COUNTRY FAIR, Duncombe Park.
This special bank holiday country fair has
something for everyone – from a fun dog show open to all to clay pigeon shooting and archery; Stunt Mania motorcycle team to a mini Grand National and more! Visit www.dpcountryfair.co.uk for more information.
include Military Wives Choir, Dress Up and Dream, and York Vintage Dance Group. For more information, check out the Facebook page @ strensallcommunitycarnival.
VALUATION EVENT WITH TENNANTS AUCTIONEERS, The
HUBY & SUTTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW, Sutton
Bar Convent, 11am-3pm. Don’t miss this free valuation day! Bring your items along – you don’t need an appointment. Visit www.tennants.co.uk for more information.
// 31ST WHIRLWIND EXPRESS, Wensleydale Railway, 6.30-9pm. Jump on – it’s the first ever non-stop run of a steam engine on the Wensleydale Railway since it re-opened. Call 01677 425805 to book your seats, or visit www.wensleydalerail. com for more information.
JUNE // 1ST-2ND QUILT SHOW, Askham Bryan College, 10am-4pm. Don’t miss this quilt show – you’ll find traders, refreshments, a raffle and tombola, as well as free parking. £3 entry.
Don't Miss! // 28TH-29TH JUNE FOREST LIVE 2019, Dalby Forest,
6.30-10pm. Forest Live is a major outdoor live music series held every summer by Forestry Commission England. Forest Live 2019 takes place in seven beautiful woodland arenas across the country. Over 1.75 million people have attended a forest gig in the last eighteen years. With everything required for a great night out, including good food and drink, the concerts are renowned for their informal and relaxed atmosphere set to a spectacular forest backdrop. Money raised from ticket sales helps to look after the nation’s forests sustainably, for people to enjoy and wildlife to thrive. Forest Live in this region takes place in Dalby Forest, near Pickering and this year’s headline acts are: Paul Weller - Friday 28 June; Jess Glynne - Saturday 29 June. For further info/tickets: www. forestryengland.uk/music and tel 03000 680400
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// 16TH R U TAKING THE P..?, Bishopthorpe
Road, 9.30am. To help fund research into prostate cancer, men are welcome to run or walk the 5k. And you don’t have to do it alone – York Against Cancer are encouraging father and son teams to enter together. To find out more, and to book your place, visit www. yorkagainstcancer.org.uk, or call 01904 764466.
// 21ST-23RD RHS GARDEN HARLOW CARR FLOWER SHOW, Harlow Carr,
Harrogate, 9.30am-6pm. Make your way to this flower show, including talks and demonstrations, expert advice and entertainment throughout. Visit www.rhs. org.uk for more information.
//22ND STRENSALL COMMUNITY CARNIVAL, Hurst Hall to the Village
Hall, 11am-5pm. This community carnival brings together a fantastic mixture of local groups – and this year’s acts
// 23RD Park. Enjoy a jam-packed day with trade and crafts stands – a grand day out for all the family! Visit www. hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk for more information.
EVERY DAY MAGIC & MYSTERY, Barley Hall.
Explore the role of magic in the everyday lives of people living in the Middle Ages. Displays investigate the individuals pronounced in written records as witches and wizards; the ‘science’ of magic, alchemy and experimentation; protective charms and forecasting the future through prophecies and dreams. Visit www. barleyhall.co.uk
JORVIK VIKING CENTRE,
Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the world-famous ride experience with the sights, sounds and smells of the Viking Age, as well as getting up close to 1000 year old artefacts and interacting with our friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre. co.uk
YORKSHIRE’S JURASSIC WORLD,
Yorkshire Museum. From the depths of the deepest seas to the ancient coasts and tropical shallows, meet the dinosaurs and sea monsters that once roamed the vast and ever-changing landscapes. Experience each Jurassic World as the colossal creatures and their surroundings are brought to life. Visit www. yorkshiremuseum.org.uk
THE YORK DUNGEON, Clifford
Street. If you enjoy a bit of mild peril in your life, then you need to go to The York Dungeon. Never before has history been so entertaining – and terrifying. And it’s one of those places that continues to bring the goods, as the talented actors and team behind the creepy attraction are always introducing new shows to tourists and locals alike. Visit www. thedungeons.com/york
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JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head
down to DIG on St Saviourgate and your little ones can experience a real handson archaeological adventure! As they become trainee ‘diggers’, they’ll have a chance to discover the most incredible and exciting artefacts from 2000 years of York’s history. Featuring four indoor excavation pits based on real-life digs in the city and Archaeologists on hand to answer any questions, it really is an exciting and unique attraction for the whole family to enjoy. Visit www.digyork. com for more information.
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 07970 848709.
HIDDEN MINSTER, York Minster,
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, 11am. Take a journey above the roof tops and explore York Minster's hidden architectural gems of the Mason's Loft and Chapter House roof. Visit www. yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011.
YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe
Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in beautiful countryside, York Golf Range features a whole host of fun activities. Visit www. yorkgolfrange.co.uk or call 01904 499275.
NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY, Pickering. See 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery aboard classic trains. Visit www.nymr.co.uk.
WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at the west entrance to York Minster, 11am and 3pm (also 1pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www.whiteroseyork. com or call 07792 207679.
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Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www. ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276.
THE GHOST BUS TOURS,
Departing from York Railway Station bus stop daily at 7.30pm and additional weekend tours. The unique comedy horror show takes you around the darker side of York on board a classic 1960s Routemaster. Call 0844 5678666.
REGULAR EVENTS // EVERY MON LINE DANCING, York Health Service
Club. Join Rene’s Revellers for beginners line dancing at 6.45pm and improvers at 8.15pm. Call 01904 470292 or email dwpurdy@btinternet.com.
// EVERY MON-THURS MUSICAL CONNECTIONS, across
York. Regular music and singing classes for adults of all abilities. For details of venues and times, call 01904 373011.
// EVERY TUES LINE DANCING, Haxby WMC, York, 11am-1pm. Join Rene’s Revellers for a morning of line dancing. Call 01904 470292 or email dwpurdy@btinternet. com.
// EVERY WEDS LINE DANCING, York Health Service
Club. Join Rene’s Revellers for beginners line dancing at 6.45pm and improvers at 8pm. Call 01904 470292 or email dwpurdy@btinternet.com.
// EVERY WEDS & FRI OPEN DAYS, Poppleton Community
Railway Nursery, 10am-3.30pm. Discover a variety of shrubs and herbaceous perennials while exploring railway artefacts and historical buildings. Visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk for more information.
// 2ND WEDS OF EACH MONTH PARKINSONS UK SUPPORT MEETING, New Earswick Folk Hall,
2pm. Come along for regular speakers, quiz nights and outings. New members and guests always welcome – “Strangers are friends we have not yet met”. For more information, call 01904 861696.
// 3RD FRI OF EACH MONTH HAXBY AND WIGGINTON U3A,
Wigginton Recreational Hall, 1.30pm. If you’re retired or semi-retired, feel free to pop down to this sociable event, where you can enjoy a talk from a guest speaker, and tea and coffee. Call 01904 761352 or visit www.u3asites.org.uk/haxbywigginton for more information.
// EVERY SAT THE MILL SHOP, Holgate Windmill,
10am-12pm. Pop in to Holgate Windmill’s shop and grab everything from freshly milled wholemeal flour and local honey to fab gifts including wooden kitchenware and greetings cards. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org for more information.
SATURDAY MORNING SALES,
Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am-1pm. Pop in to this volunteer-run nursery and discover a range of plants such as shrubs, perennials, herbs and alpines, and a specialist collection of cacti. www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk.
// 2ND SAT OF EACH MONTH MALTON FOOD MARKET, Malton.
The best of Yorkshire produce, as well as entertainment and demonstrations. Visit www.maltonyorkshire.co.uk for more information.
// EVERY SUN WIGGINTON CAR BOOT SALE,
House Farm, Wigginton. The classic Wigginton Car Boot Sale is back for the 2019 season. Cars cost £8 and vans are £9, with additional trailers at £2 extra. Public admission is £1 with toilets and refreshments available. Call 01904 768463 for more information.
HERITAGE TRAIN RIDES, Yorkshire
Museum of Farming. Hop on board for a special train ride at Murton Park – the only museum in the district dedicated to the historical agriculture of the Ridings of Yorkshire. Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk for more information.
// 2ND SUN OF EACH MONTH YORK CEILIDHS, St Aelred’s Church
Hall, Tang Hall, 7.30-10pm. Enjoy a fun evening of dancing with a live band. Beginners welcome. Call Ros on 01904 624216 or email yorkceilidhclub@gmail. com.
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York Theatre Royal To book: 01904 623568 HANDBAGGED
she’s prepared to risk everything to keep the children safe – even if that means giving herself up to The Others. Years later and it’s time for her to confront the past.
(UNTIL 11 TH MAY)
This satirical comedy starring Susan Penhaligon and Sarah Crowden explores what might have happened behind the scenes at the Queen’s weekly meetings with Margaret Thatcher while she was Prime Minister.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (14 TH -18 TH MAY)
Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy that asks if true love really can conquer all is coming to the York stage, starring Robin Simpson as Benedick.
TURN OF THE SCREW (21
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The year is 1840 and a young governess is looking after two orphaned children. But when she discovers that they’re not alone, 18
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Grand Opera House To book: 0844 8713024
ME AND MY GIRL (14 TH -18 TH MAY)
Don’t miss this classic musical from the brilliant Pick Me Up Theatre. Featuring the toe-tappingly catchy songs The Sun Has Got His Hat On, Leaning on a Lamp Post, and Lambeth Walk.
GISELLE (6 TH MAY)
This ultimate romantic ballet, presented by Vienna Festival Ballet, tells the story of peasant girl Giselle who falls in love with Count Albrecht – although he tells her he’s actually a villager called Loys. What will happen when she finds out his true identity? This classical ballet offers exquisite choreography and a heartbreaking story that’s not to be missed.
THE MOUSETRAP (20 TH -25 TH MAY)
This record-breaking murder mystery by Agatha Christie is touring – and stars Only Fools and Horses’ Gwyneth Strong as Mrs Boyle.
May 2019 n enjoy performances from shows including Les Misérables, Cabaret, Phantom of the Opera, Guys and Dolls, Cats, and much more! Tickets are expected to sell extremely quickly – so make sure you book now to avoid disappointment.
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO (9 TH -11 TH MAY)
This fantastic performance by York Opera brings to life Mozart’s comic opera, full of intrigue, misunderstanding and forgiveness. It will be sung in English and accompanied by a full orchestra.
Friargate Theatre To book: 01904 613000
York Barbican To book: 0844 854 2757 YORK GUILDHALL ORCHESTRA (18 TH MAY)
Ian Bousfield is back on the trombone to perform Grondahl’s concerto, plus you’ll enjoy performances of Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring; Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries; and Pryor’s The Bluebells of Scotland.
ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL (9 TH -19 TH MAY)
PAUL MERTON’S IMPRO CHUMS (1 ST JUNE)
It’s like Whose Line is it Anyway – live on stage! Get fully absorbed in the hilarious world of improvisation with a team of seasoned professionals – and experience a night at the theatre like no other.
LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE (3 RD -8 TH JUNE)
Based on the Academy Award-winning film, the show tells the story of Olive, who gets an invitation to compete in the Little Miss Sunshine beauty contest. So the Hoover family decide to pile into their rickety yellow VW camper van and take the trip from New Mexico to California.
Joseph Rowntree Theatre To book: 01904 501935 STRICTLY THE GREATEST SHOW (8 TH JUNE)
Calling all musical theatre fans! Don’t miss this BRAND NEW show appearing in York for ONE DAY ONLY – brought to you by the fantastic Bev Jones Music Company. With a stellar cast starring some of Yorkshire’s greatest talent, you’ll
The York International Shakespeare Festival 2019 opens at Friargate theatre with this rarely-performed classic comedy. When two teenagers enter into a world full of pointless conflicts, capricious leaders, continental emotion and singing, a modern tale about love, sex and class follows.
John Cooper Studio @ 41 Monkgate
To book: www.41monkgate.co.uk LIFE MOVES ON OR DOES IT (28 TH -29 TH JUNE)
Don’t miss this special performance with York People First.
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Gig Guide / / M AY G I G G U I D E WEDS 1 ST MAY Nordanians The Crescent
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Rosie Hodgson & Rowan Piggott Black Swan Jess Green The Crescent
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The Specials Barbican Centre Grace Petrie Black Swan
FRI 10 TH MAY Alabama 3 Acoustic Fibbers
Kyle Falconer Fibbers
Ralph Lawson The Crescent
Honeyblood The Crescent
Soma Crew/Cowgirl/MoleMan Victoria Vaults
Herb Helpless And The Marijuana Brass/supercell Victoria Vaults
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SAT 11 TH MAY The Guns N Roses Experience Fibbers
The Bon Jovi Experience Barbican Centre
Kid Klumsy Fulford Arms
Hurricane#1 Fibbers
Ultimate Leppard Victoria Vaults
Psychemagik The Crescent
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The Sadies The Crescent
SUN 5 TH MAY Spice Up Your Night! Fibbers Vinyl Eddie Label Launch Fibbers
MON 6 TH MAY Pip Blom The Crescent
WEDS 8 TH MAY The Kingdom Choir Barbican Centre
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Wet Wet Wet Barbican Centre Kaia Kater The Crescent
FRI 17 TH MAY Stone Foundation Fibbers Ishmael Ensemble The Crescent
SAT 18 TH MAY York Guildhall Orchestra Barbican Centre The Christians, The Badrocks Fibbers
SUN 19 TH MAY Killing Eve Fibbers Amy May Ellis The Crescent
THURS 23 RD MAY Pilgrims' Way Black Swan Pyjaen The Crescent
FRI 24 TH MAY Katherine Jenkins Barbican Centre
SAT 25 TH MAY Slamdunk Festival Temple Newsam Park Leeds
THUR 30 TH MAY Paul Young: '35 Years Of No Parlez' Pt 2 Barbican Centre Paul Young Barbican Centre Ye Vagabonds Black Swan Subhumans Fulford Arms Benjamin Zephaniah & The Revolutionary Minds The Crescent
FRI 31 ST MAY Deftones UK, The Machine Rages On Fibbers
Chris Norman Barbican Centre
The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show Grand Opera House
Invisible Orchestra Fibbers
Blackbeard's Tea Party The Crescent
MON 27 TH MAY Manic Street Preachers Barbican Centre
TUES 28 TH MAY Robert Vincent And The Black Eyed Dogs The Crescent
Bez - Return Of The Freaky Dancing Legend Victoria Vaults
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RIDING LIGHTS THEATRE COMPANY FRIARGATE THEATRE YORK
Lower Friargate, York YO19SL BOX OFFICE: 01904 613000 ridinglights.org/alls-well May 9-19 Daytime and Evening Performances TICKETS: £10 & £8 William Shakespeare
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