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The place to be York is beautiful whatever the weather, but you’ll be hardpressed to find a better place to be in October. As Autumn wraps her crisp golden leaves around the city, there's plenty of fun to be had, beautiful sights to behold, and memories to be made. We’ve got pick your own pumpkin patches aplenty, scares left, right and centre, and the chance to indulge around every corner - see York Restaurant Week! For those of you who enjoy a spooky tale or two, you’ll be pleased to know that York was once dubbed The Most Haunted City in Europe by The International Ghost Research Foundation. From the Romans to Viking Invasions and York Theatre Royal’s Grey Lady: you’re sure to find a ghost or two here, all thanks to our rich history. Have a wonderful October,

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LIGHT SPECTACULAR 23 - 31 OCTOBER

Marvel at our heritage carriages, decorated with thousands of lights, before departing from Pickering Station for an awe-inspiring return journey with our voiceover man and a DJ-Mix of party music.

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ALLOTMENTS IN AUTUMN, Kentmere House

Gallery. As Kentmere House Gallery is surrounded by allotments, it seems entirely appropriate to mount an exhibition of them. Stephen Todd is a Sheffield-based artist who is new to the gallery, having exhibited in London with many respected galleries. Open 11am-5pm daily and Thursday evenings until 9pm. Email ann@ kentmerehouse.co.uk. // UNTIL 3RD

YORK FIFTYPLUS FESTIVAL 2021, Catch the end of this popular

festival aimed at those aged 50 and over with plenty of in-person and online events, including tennis, meditation and talks, many of which are free. Visit www.yorkassembly. org.uk/50+festival/ for more information. // 3RD

THE UK WEDDING EVENT, Malmaison, Rougier Street.

Enjoy a glass of fizz, meet suppliers, plan your big day and grab a goody bag at this free wedding fair. Visit theukweddingevent.co.uk for more information.

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HALLOWSCREAM @ York Maze

STEVE CASSIDY BAND & FRIENDS, Joseph Rowntree

Theatre, 7.30pm. Steve and the band return to their favourite venue, bringing along special guests. SLEEPER MARKET, Station Avenue to St. Andrew’s Church, Huntington Road. Pick up a treat at this local community market. There will be crafts, candles, bubbles, bakes and plenty more treats. Free parking at The Hogshead car park. // 7TH

ALL GOLD COMEDY CLUB,

Impossible Wonderbar, Saint Helen's Square. All Gold Comedy Club presents the finest comedians from the UK circuit and beyond. Visit bit.ly/3BAlREx or search on Eventbrite.

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HALLOWSCREAM, York Maze. Named the UK’s best Scream Park in 2018, Hallowscream is a combination of five scare houses inhabited by over 100 monsters, live stage shows, street theatre, sideshows plus a food court and bar. Tickets must be booked online, visit: yorkmazehallowscream.co.uk. // 10TH

LIAM O'MAONLAI GIG, Black Swan, Peasholme Green, 3 pm. A special afternoon of music featuring Liam O' Maonlai, the lead singer from Gaelic folk-rockers Hothouse Flowers. Visit wegottickets.com/ event/515571.

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YORK RESTAURANT WEEK,

across York. Join restaurants, cafés, pubs and street food vendors across York to sample their special set menus priced from £5-£20 as part of York Restaurant Week. Vouchers can be downloaded from yorkrestaurantweek.co.uk. // 15TH

OPEN MIC NIGHT, York Theatre

Royal. Join this relaxed event in partnership with York Mind, live music from Farenheit V, and open mic performances. Bar refreshments will be available to purchase. Free entry, just book in advance here: bit.ly/3Dv4dUt. // 16TH

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA,

York Barbican. York Guildhall Orchestra celebrates its return to live performance with a concert of operatic favourites. The orchestra will be joined on the stage by Leeds Festival Chorus and soloists Jenny Stafford and Oliver Johnston playing music by Tchaikovsky, Wagner, Rossini, Mozart, Puccini and Verdi. Visit www.yorkbarbican.co.uk. RAGGED LIFE, The Viking Loom.

Learn to make a rag rug, the old British craft that saw people using old cloth and fabric to make cosy rugs. Visit www.raggedlife.com. // 16TH-17TH & 23RD-31ST

WEB’OWEEN, The Web Adventure Park, Wigginton Road. Pick your own pumpkin, jump on the fairground rides, meet Dazzling Darren the children’s entertainer and have a go on the Jurassic Mini Golf. Visit webadventurepark.co.uk.

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PEOPLE WE LOVE, York Minster. York citizens take centre stage in this piece of art. People We Love explores the invisible transaction between a person, a piece of art and that emotion which bonds us all. Love. Visit kma.co.uk. // 17TH

PREGNANCY HALF-DAY RETREAT, York Yoga Studio,

Acomb Road, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Supporting self-care, nurturing, and deep relaxation during pregnancy. Suitable for pregnant women from 14 weeks right up to birth. For more information, visit bit.ly/3zBqFJc. THE UK WEDDING EVENT,

York Racecourse, 10:30am - 3pm. With over 100 exhibitors on hand offering brides and grooms an array of choices as they plan for their special day. Guests receive a free goody bag and glass of bubbly on arrival. To pre-book your ticket, visit theukweddingevent.co.uk. // 21ST

REGIONAL VALUATION DAY, The Bar Convent, York,

11am-3pm. A team of valuers from Tennants Auctioneers will be

on hand to discuss your antiques, jewellery, watches and collectables and give you a free auction estimate for items you wish to sell. Email harrogate@tennants-ltd.co.uk or call 01423 531661 for more information. // 21ST-23RD & 28TH OCT - 31ST NOV

YORKTOBER FEST, York Racecourse. Following the traditions of the first Oktoberfest in Munich in 1810, York is bringing its very own spin to the German tradition. Think beer, bratwurst, and all things Bavarian. Tickets start at £15. To book visitwww.yorktoberfest.co.uk. // 22ND-24TH

MUSICPORT FESTIVAL, Whitby Pavilion. A weekend celebration of music and art from different countries and cultures. Expect a wide range of music from across the UK, Cyprus, Mexico, and more with poetry and DJ sets, too. Visit www. musicportfestival.com. // 23RD

THE BIG DRAW, All Saints Church, North Street. Work with an artist to create a new temporary window display. Email yamactivitiesofficer@gmail. com for more information.

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GALAXIES OF BRASS, The Chapel, York St. John University, 7.30pm. Join the York Railway Institute Band for an out-of-thisworld star-spangled musical experience that will feature presentations by the York Astronomical Society. Tickets are £12 for adults and £8 for under 16s. To reserve tickets call 07921 568826 or visit www.ticketsource. co.uk/york-railway-institute-band.

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LIGHT SPECTACULAR, North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Bask in the glow of thousands of lights decorating the heritage carriages before heading from Pickering Station on an awe-inspiring journey set to party music. Visit www.nymr. co.uk/Event/light-spectacular. // 23RD-24TH

ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse. Join

professional dealers, collectors and antique enthusiasts at Wetherby Racecourse. There will be a wide selection of furniture, pictures, ceramics, glass, silver, jewellery, curios and collectables. Call 01332 830444 or visit jaguarfairs.com. // 23RD-24TH & 30TH-31ST

TRICK OR TREAT TREK, York’s

Chocolate Story. Walk the streets of York, but make sure not to stray too far from the path where the spooky host uncovers terrifying tales within the grizzly walls. There will be shock-olate and sweets on hand to indulge on. Fancy dress is encouraged and the scariest outfit will win a prize! Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com.

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THE BIG DRAW TO REMEMBER, York Army Museum.

Free, drop-in activities inspired by the archive collections of the museum to create a piece of artwork to be displayed in the museum. Email yamactivitiesofficer@ gmail.com for more information. // 23RD - 31ST

HALLOWEEN AT CASTLE HOWARD, Help the Skelves this

Halloween and protect Ray Wood from the Magical beasts threatening them with dragon fire, pixie damage and rampaging war horses! There’s interactive performances daily, self-guided trails and other activities e.g. broomstick making and PYO pumpkins: plenty of spooky choice for 4-11 year olds.Visit castlehoward.co.uk. // 25TH-29TH

HALLOWEEN FAMILY MASTERCLASS, York’s Chocolate

Story. Join a real life chocolatier for some hands on Halloween fun and learn how to make gory chocolate treats, including red caramel mice using spooky cocoa butter transfers. This experience

lasts 90 minutes and includes blind trick or treat tasting and a signature hot chocolate each for you all to enjoy. Ideal for children aged 6-14 (and their grown-ups). Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com. // 25TH - 28TH

LITTLE YORK GHOST HUNT, York City Centre, 6 - 8 pm.

Each night, 100 numbered Little Ghosts will be lurking on ledges and hiding in crevices around the city, pick up a Ghost Week map from York Ghost Merchants to find them all. // 25TH - 31ST

HALLOWEEN WIZARD SCHOOL ADVENTURE, Secret

location. This two-hour interactive experience includes mystical quests, potion lessons, and a table at the themed interactive pop-up cafe. Hosted by A Very Magical Adventure, tickets start from £8.95 per child and £12.95 per adult. Visit www.averymagicaladventure. co.uk. // 26TH - 31ST

HALLOWTWEEN, York Maze. Hallowtween takes place within the grounds of the legendary former

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Oct 29th • Arrival from 7pm Rocky Horror Themed Halloween Special “Let’s do the Time Warp Again” – indulge in a 1970s throwback to the original Rocky Horror Picture Show with our themed Party Night. Sumptuous four course meal & resident DJ playing until 1am.

Oct 31st • 12:30pm - 2:00pm Sunday Lunch Trick or Treat Feast your eyes on our mouth watering Sunday Lunch prepared by our chefs, then let the little ones explore our Old Servant’s Quarters. Enjoy a delicious 3 course Sunday Lunch in our staterooms in front of the impressive fires.

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Dunnington Lodge, at York Maze, one of the most haunted sites in the whole of Yorkshire. Visitors will need to keep their wits about them as they experience all the shocks and thrills of Corny’s Cornevil, Barnaggedon 3D, The Singularity and The Flesh Pot. This spooky event is great for kids aged 10+ and grownups who are of a more nervous disposition. Visit hallowtween.co.uk. // 28TH - 29TH

THE BIG FRESHERS HALLOWEEN NIGHTMARE,

In York's secret location, prepare to be part of the Halloween nightmare experience with a savage new show full of crazy characters, horrifying stage shows, and breathtaking action set to an epic soundtrack. Scary dress-up is strongly encouraged! The tickets are £14.99. Visit bit.ly/2Y9YeUF. // 29TH

ROCKY HORROR HALLOWEEN SPECIAL, Carlton

Towers. Get your suspenders on for this Rocky Horror-themed Halloween special with a fourcourse meal and resident DJ playing until 1am. Visit www.carltontowers. co.uk. PUMPKIN CARVING AND COCKTAILS, Plush Cafe,

Stonegate. 7pm-8:30pm. An adultonly pumpkin carving with cake and cocktails, tickets are £15.50 and include cake, cocktail, pumpkin, and tools. Visit bit.ly/3jxbECo. // 31ST

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Servant’s Quarters at Carlton Towers. Visit www.carltontowers. co.uk.

woodland walk and before meeting Santa, Mrs Claus and the elves, too. Visit thechristmasexperience.co.uk.

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WE ARE CWGC, Online. An introduction to the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Book free tickets via www.yorkarmymuseum.co.uk. // 13TH NOV

SHAPING OUR SORROW, Online. Discover

the difficulties faced by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission in its early days at this free online course. Book tickets via www.yorkarmymuseum.co.uk. // 20TH NOV

A CENTURY OF CARE, Online.

A closer look at the architectural and horticultural aspects under the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Book free tickets via www.yorkarmymuseum.co.uk. // 27TH NOV - 2ND JAN

THE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE, Lotherton Hall.

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MEET UP MONDAYS, Trafalgar Bay, 12-4 pm. Don't be on your own, join this welcoming group for a cuppa and friendly chat. Maybe you are new to the area or simply looking to make new friends. The bar serves hot drinks and is cash only. Visit bit.ly/3t4kyuh. // EVERY WEDNESDAY

YOGA WITH NESTOR, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall, 10 am. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@ yahoo.com. COFFEE, CAKE AND COLOUR, Trafalgar Bay, 11am -

12:30pm. Open to all ages, enjoy some colouring-in, a hot drink, and some delicious cake. Enjoy some chill-out time at this free event. // EVERY WED & FRI

FRIENDSHIP GROUP, St Aelred's Community Centre, Tang Hall, 1-3 pm (Wed) The Gateway Centre,

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Step into our new festive woodland walk. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, the elves and much more. Advance booking required. Visit thechristmasexperience.co.uk

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CREATIVE DRINKS, Spark, Picadilly, 6 pm. Come and meet this friendly bunch for a catch-up with fellow creatives. Booking required https://bit.ly/2X3q7gW. // SATURDAYS

FOOD CIRCLE MARKET, Tang Hall Community Centre, 12 - 1:30 pm. Stock up on the very best fruit, veg, meat, bread, eggs, and dairy - fresh and direct from local small-scale producers. For more information, visit foodcircleyork.co.uk.

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Moor Lane, Murton. Meet pygmy hedgehogs, rheas, turkeys, and goats, walk around the grounds and play to your heart's content on the play area and bouncy castle. There are plenty of refreshments for the grown-ups, too. Visit beetlebankopenfarm.co.uk. CASTLE HOWARD. Marvel at the palace which took over 100 years to complete, wander through the manicured gardens, play at Skelf Island, and take souvenirs home with you from The Farm Shop and Garden Centre. Visit castlehoward.co.uk. CITY CRUISES YORK, York’s favourite water-based attraction offers sightseeing, dining, self-drive, and private hire cruises on the River Ouse, and is a much-loved and 18

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highly regarded staple of York’s visitor economy. Visit cityexperiences. com/city-cruises for more information. GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30 pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www.ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276. JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate where your little ones can experience a real handson archaeological adventure! Visit www.digyork.com for more information. JORVIK VIKING CENTRE,

Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the worldfamous ride experience with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Viking Age, as well as getting up close to the 1000-year-old artefacts and interacting with our friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www. jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk. WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS,

meet at the west entrance to York Minster, 11 am and 3 pm (also 1 pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www.whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679. YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in the peaceful countryside, enjoy a game of crazy golf, sharpen your skills on the driving range, kick your way through footgolf or take on the ninehole golf course. Visit yorkgolfrange. com. YORK LEISURE CENTRE, York Leisure Centre at the York Stadium Leisure Complex at Monks Cross

has a great range of activities guaranteed to turn up the fun. From the junior gym, swimming, racquet sports, and clip ‘n climb, the whole family will enjoy the range of fun and affordable activities. Visit better.org. uk/york-lc. YORK’S CHOCOLATE STORY,

Kings Square. Learn all about how chocolate is made, from bean to bar, before finding out about the history of York’s most famous brand in the KitKat exhibition. Of course, guests get to try tasty samples along the way, too. Visit yorkschocolatestory. com for more information. YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM.

Elvington. Did you know that the first-ever aeroplane was invented in Yorkshire? Explore aircraft from throughout history as well as archive material and documentation and learn all about the world of aviation. Visitors can also enjoy a stroll on the Nature of Flight walk or take a moment to reflect in the Remembrance Garden. Visit yorkshireairmuseum.org. YORK MANSION HOUSE, Book in to visit York's most exclusive address. The heart of Georgian elegance, and the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York for almost 300 years, this remarkable house is open now for you to discover. Across four floors, walk in the footsteps of Lord Mayors and some of the most infamous figures in York's history, discovering grand State Rooms, vast kitchens, and hidden passages. Visit www.mansionhouseyork.com for more information.

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Pumpkin Bert’s Barrow Farm 20 miles. 1st-31st Oct Austfield Farm, Hillam. From a small cart at the side of the road to now a family-run farm growing 30,000 pumpkins of all shapes and sizes! Grab your wellies and head down to Bert’s Barrow. For more information www.bertsbarrow.co.uk. PYO Pumpkins 8 miles. 2nd-31st Oct Westfield Farm, Sutton on the Forest. Open Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Be the first to pick the giant pumpkins from the Cinderella patch! No booking or admission fee, just turn up and have fun. Refreshments are available in the shop. Search @ popup.patch for more updates. Pumpkin Experience 27 miles. 2nd-31st Oct Farmer Copleys, Pontefract. 130,000 pumpkins and over 27 varieties! Fun for all the family with tractor rides, bird of prey shows, archery, storytime, Magical Mr. Zen, face painting, plus loads more. Book your tickets at farmercopleys.co.uk. Pumpkin Festival on the Farm 27 miles. 2nd-31st Oct Birchfield Farm, Summerbridge, 10am – 5pm. Pumpkin patch, farm animals and a 6-acre maze, bouncy castle, go-karts, pumpkin carving barn, and a giant bale mountain. Visit birchfieldicecream.co.uk.

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Spilmans Pumpkin Festival 20 miles. 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 22nd-31st Oct Church Farm, Sessay. 80,000 pumpkins for everyone plus a carving barn, corn cannon, pumpkin slingshot and castle, tractor rides, bale mountain, and fairground rides! Be sure to book tickets early, www.spilmans.co.uk. Piglets Pumpkin Festival 9 miles. 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 22nd-31st Oct Piglets Adventure Farm, Towthorpe. Free homegrown pumpkin for every full-paying child. Enjoy a spooktacular fun at The Magic Hatter Show, find your way through the Mysterious Maize plus loads more. Book tickets online, pigletsadventurefarm.com. Web'Oween 3 miles. 16th-17th and 23rd - 31st Oct. Pick your own pumpkin for £3 and take advantage of all the spooky fun happening at The Web Adventure Park. Visit webadventurepark.co.uk. Pumpkin Picking 16 miles. 9th-31st Oct Castle Howard, Malton. Pick your own pumpkin then head over to Skelf Island with the kids for some seasonal spooky fun. Visit castlehoward.co.uk.

Want to make sure that your pumpkin is the biggest and brightest of them all this season? There’s plenty of places to pick your own near York.

Pick Your Own Pumpkins 2021 18 miles. 16th-17th, 21st-31st Oct Yorkshire Pumpkins, Lodge Farm, 10 am – 4 pm. Thousands of pumpkins to choose from and delicious refreshments for the whole family. Tickets are £1 and will be refunded from the price of your pumpkin. Visit www.yorkshirepumpkins.com for more information. Pumpkin Picking 41 miles. 16th-31st Oct Cannon Hall Farm, Cawthorne. Free pumpkin for kids! Decorate your pumpkin, themed activities, and events, soft play centre. Tickets are £10.95 Adults and £12.95 kids. Visit cannonhallfarm.co.uk for more information. Pumpkin Picking 16 miles. 23rd-31st Oct Stockeld Park, Wetherby. Free pumpkin for every child ticket! Grab a wheelbarrow and get hunting for your perfect pumpkin. Loads are going on from the Enchanted Forest to the Magical Maze. Visit stockeldpark.co.uk. Pumpkin Patch 15 miles. 23rd-30th October Yorkshire Lavender, Terrington. There’s a free small pumpkin for every entry as well as access to the gardens, free parking and a children’s play area. Visit yorkshirelavender.com.

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THEATRE @ 41 To book, visit: 41monkgate.co.uk PUT ON SHORTS // 29 SEPT - 2 OCT

A selection of acclaimed short plays examine Maggie Thatcher’s relationship with Jimmy Saville, what really happened on day three in the Garden of Eden, how a perfect murder ends in a real cliffhanger and why a Yorkshire pensioner tried to smuggle a fruit cake through Australian customs. THE UNREMARKABLE DEATH OF MARILYN MONROE // 10 OCT

August 5th, 1962: Monroe as we’ve never seen her before: alone in her bedroom, in dressing gown and underwear; no glitz, no glamour, no masks. The icon unravels her remarkable life, taking us back through the memories of her closest relationships. WIFE ON EARTH / WHO HERE’S LOST? // 22 OCT

A chance to see two offbeat comedy originals in their current hour-long shows. WIFE ON EARTH. Brief Encounterinspired, fantasist-housewife Celia and friends take their Cosmic 22

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Shambles Network Podcast on the road with their wife-based gang show. WHO HERE’S LOST? A melancholy artist and a mute architect take a road trip of the soul. But what are they really looking for, and isn’t everyone always a little lost? MACBETH // 26-30 OCT

York Shakespeare Project returns to present Shakespeare’s iconic drama, surrounding the audience with a corrupted world of moving forests, daggers in the dark and cyberpunk dystopia.

YORK THEATRE ROYAL To book, visit: yorktheatreroyal. co.uk, or call 01904 623568 THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW // 5-9 OCT

Ichabod Crane heads to Sleepy Hollow to become the town teacher. He soon finds himself swept up in a dangerous mystery in an eerie world of secrets and unsettling tradition. Coronation Street actors Wendi Peters and Bill Ward star in this thrilling adaptation.

AMADIGI // 11-12 OCT

Rarely performed, Handel’s opera Amadigi is a chivalric romance that tells the tale of three young people imprisoned by a sorceress. BEING MR WICKHAM // 14-16 OCT

Pride and Prejudice’s most roguish gentlemen, George Wickham, is ready to set the record straight on the eve of his sixtieth birthday. Join Adrian Lukis, who starred in the renowned BBC adaptation from 1995, as he returns to the role once more. THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES // 19-23 OCT

Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson as they unravel the mystery surrounding the untimely death of Sir Charles Baskerville in this whodunnit for all ages. THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA // 21-26 OCT

Set in the Museum of Forgotten Things, three musical curators tell the amazing tale of the museums' artefacts including the mystery of a little green pea and how it got there. This one hour of fun is packed with princesses, hilarious costumes and memorable songs.

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MATILDA: THE MUSICAL

To book,visit: josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk, or call 01904 501935

Wowing audiences on the West End for the past decade, children and adults alike will love York Stage’s performance of this brilliant musical and much-loved tale.

21ST CENTURY ABBA // 2 OCT

Join tribute act, 21st Century Abba, as they faithfully recreate Abba’s greatest hits, complete with brilliant costumes. STEVE CASSIDY BAND IN CONCERT // 3 OCT

Steve and the band return to their favourite venue, bringing along special guests and presenting a varied programme of music for your enjoyment.

// 20-24 OCT

GRAND OPERA HOUSE To book, visit atgtickets.com, or call 0333 009 6690 THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG // UNTIL 3 OCT

The Cornley Drama Society is putting on a 1920s murder mystery and everything that could possibly go wrong does. Watch as the accident-prone actors push on to reach their final curtain call, with hilarious results.

LOST IN MUSIC - ONE NIGHT AT THE DISCO // 15 OCT

Join a live band and talented cast as they take you through some of the greatest hits of all time by artists like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire and many more. HORRIBLE HISTORIES BARMY BRITAIN // 21-24 OCT

See Battling Boudicca and horrible Henry VIII and learn all about the horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!

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// SUN 3RD

STEVE CASSIDY BAND

Joseph Rowntree Theatre

BANG BANG BANG

The Vaults

MARC ATKINSON

The Black Horse Inn, Wigginton

// MON 4TH KATY J PEARSON

Fulford Arms

MANIC STREET PREACHERS

York Barbican

RED RUM CLUB

The Crescent

// WEDS 6

SCOUTING FOR GIRLS

York Barbican

OLCAY BAYIR

NCEM

// TUES 12TH HOPE & SOCIAL

The Crescent

// WEDS 13TH OPEN MIC NIGHT

The Habit

// FRI 15TH SIMON ROADSTUNNER

The Black Horse Inn, Wigginton

// THURS 7TH POLO

The Crescent

LAURAN HIBBERD

The Key Club, Leeds

TENSHEDS & BOSS CAINE

The Vaults

// SAT 9TH CHRIS CLEVERLY

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BULLDOG

The Black Horse Inn, Wigginton

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The Crescent

NCEM

The Habit

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MARTIN TAYLOR

ROB BRYDON OPEN MIC NIGHT

JASON DONOVAN

Scarborough Spa

The Key Club, Leeds

Grand Opera House

Scarborough Spa

HYDE FAMILY JAM

The Vaults

LOST IN MUSIC

ELSA HEWITT

The Crescent

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// SAT 16TH YORK GUILDHALL ORCHESTRA York Barbican

JOHN LYDON

Scarborough Spa

YUNGBLUD

Refectory, Leeds Uni

// SUN 17TH BOYZLIFE

York Barbican

MELODY MAKERS

The Vaults

LUCY SPRAGGAN // FRIDAY 29TH KATY HURT

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// SAT 30TH HALLOWEEN DISCO

The Black Horse Inn, Wigginton

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The Key Club, Leeds

FORTYFIVE MUSIC BINGO

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Recipe

This month we're all about Halloween and we're making Mummy Sausage & Pumpkin Pies

Mummy Sausage & Pumpkin Pies MAKES 9 PORTIONS

Ingredients 1. 350g plain flour 2. 175g salted butter, cubed 3. 4 tbsp cold water 4. 350g sausage meat 5. 150g pumpkin purée 6. 1 tsp dried sage 7. ½ tsp salt 8. 1 egg 9. 18 edible eyes Equipment 1. Mixing bowl 2. Lined baking tray 3. Rolling pin 4. Spoon 5. Fork 6. Knife

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan).

2. In the large mixing bowl, combine the flour and butter by rubbing it together between your fingertips, until a crumb consistency is achieved. Add the water and bring together with your hands to form a pastry dough. Wrap the dough in cling film and pop in the freezer to rest while you make the filling.

3. Wash up the mixing bowl then use it to combine the sausage meat, pumpkin purée, sage and salt. Set to one side.

4. Take the dough out of the freezer and, on a lightly floured surface, roll it out into a large rectangle (2-3mm thickness) then portion into 12 smaller rectangles.

5. Place 9 of the pastry rectangles onto the tray and spoon the sausage filling into the centre of each one leaving an index finger width border around every edge.

6. Beat the egg, then use your finger to egg wash the edges of each pie.

7. Cut the remaining 3 rectangles into 1 cm strips and lay them over the filling of each pie, using the egg washed edges to stick them. Trim if necessary.

8. Use your finger to egg wash the strips then bake the pies for 20-25 minutes until golden. Allow to cool slightly before placing two edible eyes on each one and serving. They can also be enjoyed cold.

Recipe from the Easy Peasy Baking campaign, launched by UK Flour Millers, making baking simple. You can find more Easy Peasy Baking recipes and information on the campaign over on the Fab Flour website: https://fabflour.co.uk/easy-peasy-bakes/ or on social: @fab_flour on Instagram or @fabflour on Facebook and Twitter.

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Crafts, candles, bubbles, bakes and so many other fantastic gifts & treats FREE parking for visitors in the Folk Hall and The Hogshead car park

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Welcome to Watkinsons

New collections include Dubarry and RM Williams.

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Courtauld Institute

SAT 16 OCT 2021 7.30PM YORK BARBICAN TICKETS: ADULTS £18* CHILDREN UNDER 16/STUDENTS IN FULL TIME EDUCATION £6*

A concert of popular favourites from the world of Classical and Romantic opera, including works by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, Wagner and Borodin. Simon Wright, Conductor Leeds Festival Chorus and York Guildhall Orchestra Jenny Stafford and Oliver Johnston, soloists

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