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Why hello there! Another month, another egg-cellent issue of Your Local Link. And can you believe that it’s April already?! We’re into the second quarter of 2019; and the most cracking one so far: it’s Easter! And you know what that means? Santa. Only yolking of course – chocolate! It’s not just about Easter eggs though – so we decided to share a little poem with you to get you into that April spirit, and pop some spring into your steps. Welcome to April – the month has begun, Just watch out for tricks on day number one, You’ll have to be fooled before 12 – that’s the rule, But tricks after that show it’s them that’s the fool;

Then on the 7th it’s World Health Day, And Easter bank hols are just two weeks away; Any excuse to eat chocolate galore, And no school or work for a day – maybe more; So keep your copy of Link close at hand,

For it’s full of events so your month won’t be bland, From Easter Egg Hunts at Castle Howard, To Burton Agnes Hall’s Easter Trail, we’ve heard; That York is best place to spend your springtime, With food and activities that are simply sublime.

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Here are two words that go together like cheese and biscuits. Or fish and chips. Or Ant and Dec. Chocolate. And Easter. We’ve never had a better excuse to gorge on the decadent cocoa-y goodness than Easter (apart from a certain Advent of course, but we can’t talk about that C-word until at least October), and York’s Chocolate Story have lots of goings-on to celebrate this springtime spectacular. Features:

22-23. TIME TRAVEL. We’re investigating a part of York that no longer exists in any shape or form… probably because it’s a slightly darker part of its history. Discover everything there is to know about Bagnio – otherwise known as the Turkish Bath House.

18-19. TREASURE HUNT. We’re Fulfilling our Treasure-Hunting duties this month by taking you to Fulford – where you can spot a couple of famous names and one or two iconic features!

10-11. YORK LIFE. Rachel Ragg’s gone all political on us – she’s talking yellow stickers. You know, the ones that you get on fresh food in the supermarket when they’re about to go out of date. Sometimes you’ll get a right bargain like a beautiful bunch of flowers… other times you’ll just collect a bunch of tat.

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42-43. HOWARD. This month, Howard’s telling us all about how he survived taking his children to Eureka in Halifax. Despite the loud noises, screaming children (everywhere) and mass array of all things science, he had a good time. Ish.

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It would be fair to say that I have never been what you might call political. Greenham Common, the Miners’ Strike and sanctions against South Africa passed me by. My only brush with politics when I was a student came in the form of a righton friend who refused to buy a large box of stolen Kit-Kats in a pub. Not because they were stolen, but because they were made by Nestlé (who had apparently committed some kind of crime, though I’m still not quite sure exactly what it was).

movement was in the old Co-op petrol station shop on Tadcaster Road some time ago. Seeking fresh food for a guinea pig, I suddenly spotted a bag of peppers for mere pennies one Sunday evening. Well, who could resist?

It never occurred to me that Gilet Jaune consumables were fit for humans too until I found myself in M&S Simply Food on Lawrence Street. I was seeking a last-minute convenience supper - again on a Sunday night - when my beady eye was caught by a bag of mango slices on However, my Inner Politico has finally their use-by date for next to nothing. And been awakened. By the Gilets Jaunes. I know there are news reports of unpleasant there was no point at all buying a full-price goings-on over the Channel - but this is all, Chicken Jalfrezi when they were offering an expiring Count On Us ravioli for next obviously, Fake News. Because the real to nothing. Gilets Jaunes are here in Yorkshire. And I am going to be barging my way to the From that moment, I was a fully signed-up head of the queue, thank you very much. member of the Gilet Jaune Movement. Never mind all this ‘setting cars on fire’ nonsense that the media are reporting. Everyone knows that the real Gilets Jaunes are those miraculous Yellow Stickers that appear at the end of the day in supermarkets. My first encounter with the Gilet Jaune

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£5 to 35p, so it will be particularly tasty. Preferably if served with Yellow-Stickered custard. You need to eat a lot of this in one sitting, so it goes to waist rather than waste. Waste is, of course, the one potential hazard of Gilet Jaune membership. I am thinking here of the bargainful 30p cauliflower I bought in the Pavement branch of M&S, which did eventually turn into soup (albeit through neglect, unfortunately). It’s probably just as well I didn’t follow my instincts and buy two. This is, of course, why we have freezers. My own freezer is a shrine to Yellow Stickerdom. Bread-related items feature particularly strongly. Never mind the fact that I don’t like Yum-Yums (whatever they are): they were Yellow Stickered, so deserve to be frozen for six months before being thrown away. It is strange that things previously deemed beyond the pale suddenly become attractive once they have a Gilet Jaune slapped on them. Would I normally buy Co-op washing powder? No I jolly well wouldn’t. Or I wouldn’t have done, until said Co-op was taken over by someone else, and started selling it off for 21p per box. Whereupon it became so covetable that I suddenly needed 10 boxes. In fact, it’s amazing how many unconscionable things start to look attractive once they start sporting a Gilet Jaune. Veganism - not something I would otherwise contemplate - becomes strangely alluring once there’s a Yellow Sticker slapped on a tofu, aubergine and cranberry jelly soufflé (troufflé?) Plus I suddenly realised how much I loved

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my children once the Valentine’s Day chocolate heart lollipops were Yellow Stickered (were £2; then 25p). It’s not just food, either. Take fake Christmas trees. A crime against pine-trees - but once they are Yellow Stickered, I’ll have three of them, thank you (one to use, and two more just in case). Clothes, too, become must-have items once they are bearing the Gilet Jaune. Never mind the fact that they will end up as unworn items in the St Leonard’s Hospice Shop on Scarcroft Road: the fact remains that they were absolute bargains, so it doesn’t matter if nobody ever actually wore them (or even removed the Gilet Jaune from them). The only bothersome thing about the Gilet Jaune movement, though, is why it isn’t tailored entirely to my needs. Why is Chanel scent never Yellow Stickered? Why doesn’t Bang Hair start offering YellowStickered Haircuts at the end of the day? Come to think of it, maybe they’ll start once they’ve read this. So if you see a lone female lurking around Low Petergate clad in a yellow reflective jacket, you’ll know why.

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Horoscopes 21ST MAR - 19TH APR Totally unexpected surprises on or around your birthday put a smile on your face, which leaves you in a good mood for most of the month. Last minute journeys lead to important family reunions, and there should be some satisfyingly good news on the work front. Romance and relationships go through a very harmonious period, and if oil needs to be poured over troubled waters then the oil can is in your hand. This is a healing period, and as such, not only can old emotional wounds be healed, but if there have been health problems or concerns then you should now find yourself on

TAURUS 20TH APR - 20TH MAY With the advent of spring your moods and levels of energy increase significantly, and you’ll be busy doing things you’ve put off all winter. Work projects auger well and there could be career moves afoot for ambitious people who like a challenge. Travel plans being made late in the month, and there will be in depth conversations about long term finances.

GEMINI 21ST MAY - 20TH JUN

A busy period on the social scene, and this should bring opportunities to meet new people who will make your evenings more exciting and make the days seem brighter. There is an obvious romantic connotation here, but it goes further than that: parties, business networking, and who you know being more important than what you can do!

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the mend – with a lot more positive energy to spare. The 3rd, 4th and 5th are great days for putting some old ideas into action for the first time, and possibly for becoming a bit more independent in your working life. Hobbies could earn you money, and part-time jobs lead to something more rewarding. At the other end of the month, around the 28th, 29th or 30th, there is a possibility that you might become just a little bit accident prone, so mind how you go. Check anything and everything to do with insurance and make sure cars are in working order.

CANCER 21ST JUN - 22ND JUL Ladies of the sign might have a problem with ex-partners who are looking for some payback, while gentlemen of the sign will be far too busy in pursuit of career ambitions to notice what is going on around them. Both the guys and the girls need to pull back a bit, find some objectivity, and if something needs to be put right to balance a score, now is the time to do it.

LEO 23RD JUL - 22ND AUG

A mood of nostalgia hits people of a certain age, but it’s no good dwelling on the past when you should be considering your future – both the short and the long term. Having said that, you can learn much from past mistakes, and something occurs between the 17th and 21st that makes these words of mine make a lot more sense!

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April should be a good money-making month, but I reckon you’re going to be working hard to get it, and there is some risk of stretching yourself a bit too far if you insist on burning the candle at both ends. Sound and sensible advice from a very close friend will not sound good in your ears, but you’d be a bit of a twerp if you ignored it completely.

LIBRA 23RD SEPT - 22ND OCT

In some ways, quite a thoughtful month in which you’ll be inclined to judge people more by their actions than their words. Some disappointment around the 11th is compensated for around the 19th or 20th, and it will be a clear case of the opening door being more advantageous than the one that closed.

SCORPIO 23RD OCT - 21ST NOV A lover or partner (or someone who would like you to see them in this light) will be going out of their way to please and impress, but you are a Scorpio, and it wouldn’t be the first time you looked a gift horse in the mouth. Nevertheless, a promise will be made around the 12th or 13th and if you choose to put the promise to the test, you won’t be disappointed. 22ND NOV

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All domestic and family matters are at the top of your agenda at this time and there may well be some big changes within family dynamics. You look back with sadness over losses and disappointments, but this releases you to find fresh confidence and vitality when you look

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CAPRICORN - 19TH JAN

Quite a lot of stress on the work scene, but take a few big breaths and measure your energy, and you should be able to keep your head above water. Lots of love and care coming from lovers and partners, and if there are areas of friction, it’ll be on the subject of money – not so much where it’s coming from, but how it’s being spent.

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JOIN THE CLUB YORSPACE, YOUR PLACE Are you looking for a new home? Maybe you’re looking for your first place, or you like the idea of something a bit more economical? The truth is, housing isn’t cheap – and it can be a real struggle to find your feet on the property ladder. That’s why YorSpace exists. They’re a co-operatively owned company that anyone can be a part of, and have an aim to redefine home ownership – while improving fairness in housing. They use a Mutual Home Ownership (MHO) model, which ensures that houses are permanently affordable. Residents will own a part of the whole development with an asset lock – meaning that if homes are affordable now then they will be in the future. Open to everyone in York and beyond, YorSpace currently has 175 members and is growing at the rate of around five members each month. Their next Annual General Meeting will be held at Gateway Church, Acomb from 7-9pm on 3rd April, where there will be a live stream of Peg Alexander’s ‘Britain’s Housing Crisis’ – followed by a Q&A session with people already living this way. n To find out more about YorSpace, or to get involved, visit www.yorspace.org.

GET SOCIAL Keen to get out more and try new things? Want to make new friends over a delicious pub lunch? Are you aged over 45? Then YorKlub is the club for you. This friendly social activities and friendship group welcome active and retired people – both singles and couples – who are looking to get more out of life. From Mountain Goat trips out to Whitby, to Vintage Dinner Dances at Millstones; cinema trips and quiz nights to country walks – there are so many monthly activities to choose from. Membership costs just £24 per year by email, or £30 per year by post; and runs from May 2019 to April 2020. n Get in touch today for an enquiry pack full of all the details you need – and find out just how much fun you could be having as a member of YorKlub! Email yorklub@gmail.com, call 07957 569895 or visit www.yorklub.info for more information.

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Well, not quite today – unless it’s the 15th April when you read this. Croquet season is here, and you’re invited to take part in this strategic summer game with the York Croquet Club. They’re looking for new members of any age or gender, and are offering four introductory courses. Don’t worry about bringing anything as all equipment is provided by the club. And you can be sure to get the most out of your croquet experience as the club lawns, situated on Scarcroft Road, are regarded as the best in Yorkshire! n To get involved, or to find out more about York Croquet Club, visit www. yorkcroquet.org, contact John on 620211 or Alison on 01759 368123, or email yorkcroquet@gmail.com.

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In defence of staying in your hometown Being mean about your hometown mates’ lives is petty and I’m bored of it... It’s cool to slag off your home town, isn’t it? I know this because I’ve heard it in person from many friends and seen endless jokes on social media. As someone who is very much still living in their own hometown, and stumbled upon several offensive tweets about it this week, I feel inclined to defend my decision. When I’ve listened to people rant, the general consensus seems to be that by moving away, you’ve singlehandedly made yourself morally and intellectually better than anyone who happened to

“I left my hometown, once, for a whole year in my teens. It was comfortably the worst year of my life.”

stay. You’ve got dreams, you’re a real thinker, the people in your hometown are sooooo narrow minded. I left my hometown, once, for a whole year in my teens. It was comfortably the worst year of my life. People might assume that it was amazing: sunshine, swimming pools and learning to speak Spanish. My fondest memory was actually the one where I helped my parents pack up the van to come back to England for good. I remember a heady mix of relief, anticipation, and a fully charged MP3 player for the road. This gave me a grasp of what’s it’s like to leave your hometown and puts me in good stead to say that it didn’t make me better at anything other than conversational Spanish. I also gained a deep rooted resentment towards people who are mean about immigrants or those who unwittingly encourage their kids to be. I reckon that if you pay close attention

to home haters, you can pop them into one of these four categories. Home haters were: A) Kept on too tight of a leash by their parents when they were growing up. B) Painfully intelligent/talented and had to go to a city that could provide opportunities that wouldn’t waste their talents. C) People who have a complex about being ‘interesting’. D) Some people just had genuinely bad times and it’s *totally fine* to want to leave that behind.

and with far less effort. I’m jealous, too.

All of the above reasons are okay and valid. Where you are is your prerogative. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with moving away from your home town, but slating the people who are happy where they are suggests that it might well be the mover-away-er that’s not happy, instead of the people back home. Because we know deep down that they’re the real winners. If life is about being happy, and satisfied they got there far before any of us did

So, leave the home bodies alone, we’re doing absolutely fine. We actually live in your boring hometown, which is currently being pitched as the new-super-interesting-town to someone else’s hometown mates. York is absolutely perfect and anyone who thinks any less is a fool.

I’ve thought a lot about moving to other big cities, and why I would consider doing it. The main answer would be because a lot of my mates have done it, and it seems like a good thing to do, if only once. The trouble with this method is that it could also be applied to, in no particular order: smoking weed, shoplifting and skiving off work. If we drill it down: it’s not actually a good reason to do anything, is it?

I’ll probably explore the world, once a year, two weeks at a time, from a hotel I’ve saved up six months for. And I think I’m okay with that.

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Keep walking down Main Street until you spot an island in the road, after a block of flats. Cross here to the other side of Main Street and continue walking in the same direction you were previously.

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• What’s the name of the hotel on your right? • A famous composer and musician used to live there – who was it?

Continue walking until you reach the pedestrian crossing. Cross here to continue on Main Street – wait for the green man! • What’s the name of the church on the right hand side? • As you walk down, you’ll spot Adams House. What’s the number on the door?

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When you reach the end of the pavement, turn right onto Broadway. Walk down until you reach the collection of shops.

• What’s the name of the gift shop? • Which charity has a shop next to the Co-op?

Continue walking down Broadway until you reach The Link. As this street shares its name with us, we’re going to turn right down here! Keep walking straight down the path through Grants Avenue and eventually turn right onto Heslington Lane.

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Keep walking down Heslington Lane and cross the road at the zebra. Continue to your right down Heslington Lane. • You’ll spot a road leading left called School Lane. What does it lead to?

Cross the road and continue as you were. You’re back at the pedestrian crossing – turn left back onto Main Street. Enjoy the fresh air! • What’s the name of the café in the fish and chip shop? • As you keep walking past The Bay Horse, you’ll see a residential road to your left – which Hollywood actress does it share its name with (give or take a letter)? You’re back to where you started! Well done – you can now either cross the road at the island to return to the side you started on, or wait for a No. 7 bus to take you to the Designer Outlet for a spot of shopping. Or maybe pop into The Bay Horse for some lunch?

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You know us… we’d never bad mouth dear old York. However, sometimes we look to the past, see what York once possessed, and feel a bit envious of our ancestors. One such local attraction that is now lost to history was the Bagnio, or Turkish Bath House, off Coney Street. It sounded pretty cool, and not just because the term ‘Bagnio’ meant ‘oriental brothel’. We wouldn’t blame you if you’d never heard of this building, demolished in 1924. No trace of it exists, and even the lanes and alleyways that led to it have been erased by subsequent development. However, if you’ve ever eaten at Bill’s restaurant on Coney Street and walked through the main entrance, you’ve retraced the steps of the ‘great unwashed’ from centuries ago, as this marks the exact location of Leopard’s Passage. So called as it passed alongside the Leopard Public House (Jessops, today), the lane led to the Bagnio, a baroque building created in 1691. It stood on land

immediately behind where Dusk sits today, and offered, as the London Gazette that year reported, “… all persons who desire the same may sweat and bath; and be cup’d (if they please) after the German fashion… paying 5s a piece.” Bargain! Cupping means massage, by the way.

HOT STUFF Unlike the Roman style of bath house (which York also once famously possessed), Turkish Baths in the 17th century placed the emphasis on hot water over steam, and customers could submerge themselves in private and communal bathing pools. Other innocent services were offered, such as oil treatments, but Bagnios were generally considered seedy places, frequented by prostitutes.

printed copies of the York Courant newspaper from here, the first steps to cementing Coney Street’s importance in York’s media history – the Yorkshire Herald and later the Evening Press would also be produced there.

Despite the attention the Baths would have received because of this, the building itself didn’t service the pleasurable desires of York for very long. In 1730 it became home to St Peter’s School – yes, THE St Peter’s School, the fourth oldest school in the world. In the early 18th century the school had only 20 pupils and had found itself on hard times, shifting from home to home. At least they could teach the kids swimming there. The school moved to another building in 1735, allowing Alexander Staples to move his printing business in. They

LITERARY IMPORTANCE Anne Ward took over the building in 1759, becoming owner of the York Courant and increasing the paper’s circulation. She also used her printing presses for other purposes, and it was here that ‘the’ York novel, Laurence Sterne’s Tristram Shandy, was first printed. Copies were made within the Bagnio and then taken to No. 35 Stonegate (the one with the old Bible still hanging outside) to be sold. Despite finding use in other ways, one of the baths was still in operation until 1818, meaning a steady flow of customers were making use of the

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Because it occupied very desirable land behind the busy commercial thoroughfare of Coney Street, The Bagnio was demolished in 1924. Other than Bill’s door marking the Coney Street entrance, the glass-roof section of The Drawing Board, next to Dusk, marks the New Street entrance. Listen carefully, once the drunks have staggered off late at night, and you can still hear the hiss of steam and the call of the prostitutes. Not really.

facilities during the printing press era. Following its closure, the Bath House building spent most of the 19th century empty and crumbling, then home to Ward’s Organ Builders. Clearly 200 years of heavy and varied use was beginning to take its toll on the structure, and as photographed in 1910, it was run down and falling apart.

Still, it’s nice to know that, for all their mystique and secrets lost to history, our ancestors of this city loved to have a bit of fun while relaxing with friends at night. Just like us. Aww…

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It’s hard to believe that April represents the end of the regular season for York City. It feels like only two minutes ago I drove to Chorley for the first game of the season with a naïve arrogance at playing a club where I could literally park a mere 10 yards from the turnstiles. Let alone in a town arguably most famous for a fictional radio station whose advertising taglines, created by Peter Kay, are not suitable for printing in this magazine. Needless to say, some 90+ depressing minutes later, the Minstermen succumbed to a 1-0 defeat. Since then, Chorley have been top of the table for most of the season and York City have underwhelmed for a second successive campaign. At the time of writing the playoffs seem a bridge too far. Manager Steve Watson certainly seems to be making inroads at the club with a mini revival, leading to him deservedly winning February’s Manager of the Month award.

watching them race into a 1-0 lead and backing them throughout. The guy sat in front of me shouted “unlucky Rovers” at every opportunity, which was credible when a shot narrowly missed the target – but lost a bit of its significance when another shot cleared the stand and a player committed one of the worst foul throws I had ever seen. The supporter got a bit too giddy as the game drifted towards the end, as he boastfully said to his pal: “This is brilliant, I can’t remember the last time we won a game in a row”. Unfortunately he then spat out his Irn-Bru when Berwick scrambled home an 88th minute equaliser. In a bit of a Scottish football frenzy I found myself watching Hibs against Celtic in a pub, when I heard the most bizarre put-down of Scott Sinclair missing an early chance when someone shouted at the big screen: “he can only score with Rosie”. This was all in the week when Brendan Rodgers walked out on Celtic to become Leicester City manager, which the Scottish papers were imaginatively calling ‘Brexit’.

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Local Sports So with York City just maybe heading in the right direction with Steve Watson at the helm and a new stadium on the horizon, the York City Knights are continuing their excellent season in the Betfred Championship. And hotly-tipped York boxer Michael Fafera recently won his third straight fight at Elland Road. It’s also good to see a few York schools representing the city with pride at county level. Starting with the Year 10 Boys Rugby team at Manor CE Academy, who were beaten finalists in 2017-18 Yorkshire Schools Rugby Union Cup, before tasting more success in this year’s Yorkshire Cup where they beat Hall Cross, Doncaster 50-0 in the first round. They came from behind to beat St John Fishers, Harrogate 28-24 in the last 16 before avenging a loss in the previous year to overcome Rodillian Academy

in the Quarter Finals – then coming up short in the Semi-Finals 31-17 to Ilkley Grammar School. Historically, Manor CE Academy haven’t had great success in the competition. So, this represented a fantastic achievement from the team who, off the back of this success, now have three players featuring in the North Yorkshire Development squad. At All Saints RC School, their Year 8 Basketballers have become the Champions of North Yorkshire after a fantastic unbeaten run in the finals – beating St Aidens 48-22, St Francis Xavier 34-20 and Ryedale 32-20. Coach Dave Gibson said it was a huge team performance and massive achievement, particularly considering they train in a small gym.

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If you’ve got your own business or you want to up your business game, get yourself on these networking sites. YORK PROFESSIONALS Linking professionals and businesses in York. Next event: 16th April: Digital Marketing – Tips and Trends n Visit www.york-professionals.co.uk THE MIX This brand new business networking event in York offers a fun, relaxing and entertaining way to make new contacts and friends. Next event: 9th April: An ‘alternative’ networking event n Visit www.themix.biz or email info@themix.biz YES NETWORK The Yorkshire Executive Support Network have a brand new website! Next event: 24th April: YES Network Social Event n Visit www.yesnetwork.uk YORK BUSINESS NETWORKING If you’re a member of 4Networking, you can attend any of their groups across the UK. Next events: 8th April: York Breakfast Launch 22nd April: York Breakfast Launch n Visit www.4networking.biz YORK EDITORS Networking for freelance editors and proofreaders in York.n Visit www.yorkeditors.org.uk YORK CHAMBER EVENTS Help and support on growing and developing your business. 10th April: Business Lunch in York 25th April: Pure Networking in York n Visit http://members.wnychamber.co.uk

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Fancy enhancing your CV? Now you can. Have a look below and discover this month’s local and online courses that will add new strings to your bow. LEARNING FOR EVERYONE York Learning offers part-time and full-time courses for anyone over 16. Subjects include anything from drama to computing; cookery to flower arranging; and of course, English and maths. Some of the courses are completely free! So no excuses – now’s your chance to build your skills! n Visit www.yorklearning.org.uk/learning-for-everyone/ for more information. THE OPEN UNIVERSITY Join the UK’s largest university and finally say ‘yes’ to that career-changing moment. You can study while you work, or any other commitments you may have, and there’s always someone to support you. n Check it out and see what takes your fancy: www.open.ac.uk. CODECADEMY With technology becoming more and more predominant in our society, it’s safe to say that any skills you hone in the field can only be good. And Codecademy teaches you how to code – completely free! People who’ve studied with Codecademy have gone on to work at Google, Facebook, and IBM. Who knows where it’ll take you? n Visit www.codecademy. com to find out more. OPEN LECTURES The University of York occasionally hold free open lectures for anyone and everyone – and you’re invited. Just make sure you book where required! This month: 1st April – Writing a philosopher’s life: The case of George Berkeley 23rd April – Travelling east via Burlington House: Orientalist painting at the Royal Academy n Visit www.york.ac.uk for more information.

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Looking for interesting local people and companies to follow on social media? Here are some we like. THE AMBULANCE WISH FOUNDATION UK They’re putting on an amazing day of music for the people of York this summer, but make sure you follow their Facebook account for the latest updates. @AWFYork BURTON AGNES HALL Before you follow their Easter trail, follow their social media accounts! @BurtonAgnesHall @BurtonAgnesHall YORK OPEN STUDIOS Discover York’s largest non-profit arts festival. @yorkopenstudios @YorkOpenStudios YORK’S CHOCOLATE STORY Don’t miss out on following this delicious attraction – have you entered their competition on page 21? @yorkschocolatestory @yorkschocstory

The Mended Drum, a pub in Huby, north of the City of York, has cause for celebration after being awarded CAMRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Campaign for Real Ale) Pub of the Year for York and North Yorkshire 2019. This success story started with a small village pub that had been left derelict for years up until the Mended Drum opened in 2011. Managers Ricki and Lisa Brown have worked hard to provide regulars and visitors alike with a broad selection of gins, ales, one-off beers and a locally sourced menu for hungry guests to enjoy. The pub regularly puts on music acts, festivals and special events,

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demonstrate what great products are out there and what they can do for you, without any obligation to buy! Further to that, I want to make sure we have the power to deliver your product when you want it (and not charge for that service) and the resources to sort out any post-delivery niggles, should there be any. I hope we have something for everyone – from great value everyday-priced appliances to integrated ovens; to OLED and QLED 4K televisions, you can pick up thousands of products on the same day from our warehouse at the back of the showroom at Monks Cross. Or, you can take advantage of our free local delivery with expert installation options on everything we sell, including built in appliances. Whatever you want, feel research online first. But give us a try before you buy – we’d love to see you in store soon. So, how do we compete? By looking after our customers; providing new technology, appliances and televisions at the right price; and with oldfashioned great customer service! Simples!

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It’s been said that different colours can influence your emotions in different ways. For example, shades of red and orange are meant to be bright, warm and eye-catching – while blue and green are fresh, calming and relaxing. We generally take colour schemes into consideration when we decorate our homes, but your outdoor space can be planned in the same way. Getting creative with colour isn’t only fun and rewarding but can also be good for mental health, so why not explore your creative side? Whether you’re wanting an area to relax in, or a vibrant space in which to entertain, choose colour schemes to suit the mood you are looking for. Do this by combining plants and garden accessories to create a garden that’s not just appealing to the eye, but also a haven for your health and wellbeing.

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There’s really only two ways of starting most vegetable crops – either planting or sowing. Like many gardeners, wherever possible, I prefer planting. The majority of the crops I grow are grown from seed, but started in pots or trays – usually in a greenhouse. Mollycoddled in their first few weeks, the young plants are only put in the ground outside when big enough to better withstand perils such as slugs or unseasonal weather. THE SOW MUST GO ON The main crops I sow directly into the soil are carrots, parsnips, beetroot and peas. The first three are generally difficult to plant as they resent root disturbance. Even if transplant trauma

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the ground before early April. It’s sometimes advised to sow parsnips outside in late February – ignore any such advice, it’s a recipe for disaster! Except for a few peas, risked at the very end of March if the weather is kind, I delay outdoor sowings of parsnips and other crops until the middle of April.

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I’ve noticed my lawn has patches of yellow grass, and birds are pecking at it – leaving it looking a mess! Please could you give me some advice on how to fix the problem? This is most likely to be chafer damage. There are about five different types of chafer beetle – the grubs of these beetles are soft-bodied, white, C-shaped larvae and up to 40mm long. They also have a well-developed brown head and three pairs of thoracic legs – similar to the legs you would see on a caterpillar. The chafer grub feeds on roots, corms, tubers, fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants; but they also attack lawns, and this is what I think is happening in this case. Affected plants wilt, and eventually die, when the main roots become severed by chafer – which is what the yellow patches are. The birds are pecking as they like to try and eat the cockchafer grub, but often cause a mess pulling up patches of grass in doing so. Females lay eggs in summer and larvae hatch a few weeks later. Then they feed

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MUSEUM OF ‘STUFF’ Now, I’m not about bad mouth one of Yorkshire’s great attractions (despite being located in the West Riding – by far the worst of all the Ridings). To be honest, Eureka is actually pretty good, and offers plenty of fun for all. It’s just that, for whatever reason, none of us enjoyed it all that much, due to a clash of ages, interests, or aversion to stimulus overload. Again, to the uninformed, Eureka is a museum that teaches kids everything from how sound waves work, to how a toilet flushes. There are also random sections which seem to have been included to fill a bit of space, like the ‘desert’ and the Yorkshire-themed mechanics garage. Altogether it is a bit random. SIGNS First, I didn’t like it because after just five minutes in there I felt like my brain had shut down. There are signs EVERYWHERE, from little ones telling you what light is, to big ones informing me where to park a buggy, what not to touch, what to touch, and how to escape. To a delicate flower like me,

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IF YOU GO DOWN TO THE WOODS TODAY, YOU’RE SURE OF AN ABSOLUTELY CRACKING CONCERT. Forest Live is a major outdoor live music series held every summer by Forestry Commission England. This year, it 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. Monies raised from ticket sales help to sustainably look after the nation’s forests, for people to enjoy them and for wildlife to thrive. In this region, Forest Live 2019 takes place in Dalby Forest, near Pickering, and this year’s headline acts are: Paul Weller on Friday 28th June and Jess Glynne on Saturday 29th June. n For more information, and to book, visit www. forestryengland.uk/music or call 03000 680400.

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YOU CAN BROWSE TO YOUR ‘ART’S CONTENT AT THIS COMMUNITY EVENT. York Open Studios is an annual celebration of the best artists and makers that either live or work within a 10mile radius of York. It gives people of the city a chance to experience the various creations from people all over the area, as well as giving the artists a chance for their work to be widely appreciated. Running from the 6th-7th and then the 13th-14th April, and open from 10am-5pm each day, the event features works from a wide range of artists – from ceramics to sculptures; drawings to textiles; paintings to glass; jewellery to photography; and much more! And get this – some of the artists will also be offering workshops, where you can have a go at a huge variety of different arts. n To find out more about York Open Studios, visit www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk or drop the team an email at info@yorkopenstudios.co.uk.

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Calling all model railway fans – you will not want to miss this! Over 120 stands, and around 40 working layouts, are expected at the York Model Railway Show held in York Racecourse from 20th-22nd April for you to discover. Various societies and groups will be attending – from miniature to full size – and you can catch a demonstration or two from a range of modellers. The York Model Railway Show has become the North’s premier event of its kind, and is also one of the longest-running Model Railway Shows in the country. While you’re there you’ll be able to pick up hot and cold food, and drinks at the Racecourse’s fully licensed bar – and advanced tickets are also available until 6pm on the 8th April for those who want to jump into the action a whole 15 minutes early! n To find out more, and to book, visit www.yorkshow.org.uk.

If you enjoy a bit of mild peril in your life, then you’ve probably been 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. And this April, will see the launch of one of those new shows. The Curse of the Witch opens on the 13th April and, if you’re brave enough, you can discover if evil really does lurk in the depths of the Dungeon. To find out more, visit www.thedungeons.com/york. Psst… have you entered our competition to win one of five annual passes to The York Dungeon? Head over to page 21 now – don’t miss out!

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We’re all talking about Castle Howard at the moment. Not just because it re-opens for the 2019 season on the 30th March, but because of The Great Castle Howard Easter Egg Hunt. Your little ones will have the most incredible time finding the bunnies’ missing eggs – and if they find them all then a prize awaits them in the Boathouse! It’s not just about the kids though – this special family event also offers boat rides on the Great Lake (weather permitting), rides on the land train and plenty of delicious ice cream. Plus, there’s Castle Howard’s adventure playground – just in case the children are still full of beans. Don’t miss this perfect Easter day out. n Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk for more information.

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CAN YOU CONTRIBUTE TO THIS NATIONWIDE CAMPAIGN? York Army Museum are taking part in a nationwide campaign to help preserve the memories of the First World War. Led by the University of Oxford and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, Lest We Forget is a nationwide initiative that aims to record the event’s true stories, objects and memories from the real people affected. Lest We Forget hits York on the 28th April, and the museum are asking people to bring in their photographs, diaries, letters, memoirs and stories to be recorded and added to the National Public Online Archive. If you want to get involved in making more of Britain’s history, then don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to add your story to the archive – and give future generations the chance to share it. n Call 461010 or visit www.yorkarmymuseum. co.uk for more information.

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Centre. Fashion City York are bringing local business owners together in aid of York’s fashion community. You’ll celebrate up-and-coming independent brands as well as existing high street brands, fashions and designers; as well as runways shows and more. Visit www.yorkfashionweek. co.uk for more information. // 30TH EARLY SPRING OPEN DAY, Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am-3pm. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, the Itching for something to do? Read on.... Poppleton Community Railway Nursery will be opening to the public. Pop in to interest – plus he’s open to commissions. discover the last railway nursery of its kind MARCH If you’re able to attend and would like to in Britain and pick up some plants while // 22ND-24TH see a specific piece of work, get in touch! you’re there. Why not treat yourself to a THE GREAT YORKSHIRE Visit www.art2enjoy.co.uk for more coffee and homemade cake, too? Email MOTORHOME AND ACCESSORY information. pcrn.info@yahoo.co.uk or visit www. SHOW, Great Yorkshire Showground, THE GREAT ANTIQUES AND poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk for more Harrogate, 11am-2pm. Explore over VINTAGE FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, information. 120 exhibitors across both the indoor Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm. Get VINTAGE FAIR, Society, Rougier and outdoor areas. There’ll be over yourself down to this fantastic indoor Street, 10am-5pm. Sue Ryder and the 300 new and used motorhomes and and outdoor collectors fair. Held in the Antiques Centre York have teamed up to campervans for sale, as well as a huge stunning Bramham Hall Exhibition Centre host a special Vintage Fair in conjunction selection of outdoor leisure accessories. and Millennium Grandstand you’ll find all with York Fashion Week. From recycled You’ll also find free expert seminars, and sorts of stalls and collectables, as well as fashion and clothing to accessories and free 20-minute maneuvering courses from The Caravan and Motorhome Club. free parking. Visit www.jaguarfairs.com for more; it’s free to get in – and you can more information. even get involved if you want! Email Visit www.outandaboutlive.co.uk to find // 24TH yorkvintagefair@gmail.com to find out out more. REGATTA OPEN DAY, York Model Boat more. LIVING NORTH LIVE, York Club. Explore an exhibition or various OPENING DAY, Newby Hall and Racecourse. Visitors of this springtime members’ model and remote control Gardens. This stunning venue is reevent will be in for a real experience, as boats. The winner of the prestigious opening for its 2019 season. Visit www. it’s not just shopping on the cards: you HMS York Shield will also be presented, newbyhall.com for more information. can also pop into the Living North Live and it’s free to get in! It’s a great day for Lounge, where you can learn some hints THE VIBRATORS, Victoria Vaults, 9pm. all ages – but while there are heated and tips from experts in anything from Pop down for a night of fantastic live interior design to photography. To find out indoor facilities, please be aware that music. £6 entry. Visit www.victoriavaults. the event may be rescheduled if bad more, visit www.livingnorth.com. com for more information, or call Anna weather is predicted. Check www. on 07938 540800. // 23RD-24TH yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk for updates and SOLO ART EXHIBITION, The Old // 30TH-31ST further information. School, Wigginton. Discover the works WEEKEND VINTAGE AND // 25TH-31ST of York artist Iain Will. His subjects ECLECTIC FAIR, Decoporium, 10amYORK FASHION WEEK, York City include wildlife, landscapes and places of 5pm and 4pm Sunday. It’s completely

free to get in to this weekend fair, where you’ll find vintage items, collectables and bric-a-brac, as well as a store full of antique and up-cycled furniture. The Pax Inn bistro is next door with an adventure playground – plus a free raffle and free parking! Visit www.decoporium.com for more information.

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// 30TH MAR-28TH APR MAD HATTER OF AN EASTER, Lotherton Hall, 10am-4pm. Follow the white rabbit enjoy crafts and activities. Visit www.leeds.gov.uk/lotherton for more information. // 31ST MOTHER’S DAY, York Racecourse. Treat your mum this Mother’s Day with a super special carvery at this beautiful venue. To find out more and to book your table, visit www. yorkracecourse.co.uk, email events@ yorkracecoursehospitality.co.uk or call 01904 638971. MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH, Middletons Hotel, 12.30-3pm. It’s Mother’s Day – so why not treat the special lady in your life to a delicious three-course lunch at Middletons Hotel? All mums get a free gift, and kids eat half price. To book, email events@middletonsyork.co.uk or call 01904 611570. ANTIQUE HOME AND VINTAGE FAIR, York Racecourse, 9.30am-4pm. Celebrate Mother’s Day a little differently this year, with a trip to the popular

receive 50% of the event’s proceeds. They’ll also be hosting a special 5k run for men on Father’s Day (16th June), to fund research into prostate cancer. Visit www.yorkagainstcancer.org.uk for more information.

// 6TH, 7TH, 13TH & 14TH YORK OPEN STUDIOS, throughout York, 10am-5pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

APRIL // 1ST A MUSICAL SOIREE, Bedern Hall, 7pm. Enjoy an evening of chamber music and solo performances from the York College music students. Visit www. yorkcollege.ac.uk to find out more. // 1ST-28TH 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. // 3RD CHARITY FASHION SHOW, Novotel, Fishergate, 11.30am. Feast your eyes on the catwalk for this extra special fashion show, raising funds for York Against Cancer. You’ll be treated to a display of continental brands including Max Mara and Marella, which will later be available for purchase at a significantly discounted rate, and a two-course lunch with tea or coffee will be included. York Against Cancer will

by The Northern Society of Costume and Textiles, will allow you to discover the fashion of women in art, inspired by artist Gustav Klimt and one of his most famous paintings. To find out more, contact Janet Hull on 01904 491001.

// 5TH XUEFEI YANG, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. Take a musical journey spanning over 2,000 years with Xuefei as she showcases her skills on the guitar and other instruments – including the Chinese zither and the pipa. Visit www.ncem.co.uk for more information. DAVE WALKINGTON – MALE VOCALIST, New Earswick Indoor Bowls Club, 8pm until late. Enjoy a funpacked evening with this award-winning performer. Having previously performed all over the UK and Europe, David has an extraordinary ability to capture an audience with his witty personality. Call 750230 or email info@newearswickibc. co.uk for more information. // 6TH YORK MUSICAL SOCIETY CONCERT, York Minster, 7.30pm. Enjoy a night of Bach’s St John Passion, conducted by David Pipe. Visit www. yorkmusicalsociety.org.uk to find out more. WOMAN IN GOLD, The Quaker Meeting House, 1.30-4pm. This event,

// 6TH, 13TH & 20TH MORNING SALE, Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am-1pm. Pop in and discover this beautiful railway nursery, and pick up some goodies to enhance your garden while you’re there. Visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk or email pcrn.info@yahoo.co.uk to find out more. // 6TH-22ND EASTER EGG TRAIL & EASTER EGG HUNT, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-4pm. This exciting Easter trail that takes place throughout the Hall’s grounds is open to all children. Solve the clues and receive an Easter treat – and you might even find the giant golden egg hidden by the Easter Bunny! Over the Easter weekend you can also join in with a super exciting Easter Egg Hunt on the 21-22! Visit www. burtonagnes.com for more information. // 10TH-11TH 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, Alan Ayckbourn Theatre, York College, 1.30pm & 7pm. This modern musical will be performed by the Year 2 Musical Theatre students as their final performance. Visit www. yorkcollege.ac.uk for more information.

// 12TH HAXBY AND WIGGINGTON U3A, Wigginton Recreational Hall, 1.30pm for a 2pm start. Join Angela Mason, who’ll be giving a talk titled ‘The Wheels off the Bus’ – all about her travels including a trip from London to Kathmandu on a double decker bus. Her goal was to reach Fiji – calling by many other countries on the way. Call 761352 or visit www.u3asites. org.uk/haxby-wigginton for more. // 12TH-14TH THE DUNCOMBE PARK ANTIQUES AND FINE ART FAIR, Duncombe Park, Helmsley, 10.30am-5pm (4.30pm on Sunday). If you’re a fan of quality antiques and fine art, then the Galloway Antiques Fair is not to be missed. Admission is £6. Visit www.gallowayfairs.co.uk or call 01423 522122 to find out more. // 13TH-28TH A CHOCOLATE COVERED EASTER, York’s Chocolate Story. From awardwinning guided tours to their Chocolate Egg Masterclasses (13th-21st) and The Easter Bunny’s Chocolate Egg Hunt (15th-22nd), York’s Chocolate Story is the ultimate Easter experience. Why not enter our competition to win a family pass? Simply find the hidden word spelt out in the 10 Easter eggs we’ve hidden throughout the magazine, and send your details to the address on page 6. To find out more about York’s Chocolate Story, and to book, visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com/easter. // 13TH EASTER FAIR, Huntington Methodist Church, 10am-1.30pm. Explore various stalls including cakes, crafts, books and bric-a-brac – plus refreshments will be available. All proceeds will go to the Church funds.

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Antique Home and Vintage Fair for its second event of the year. Doors open at 9.30 and admission is £2.50 per adult with under 16s free. To find out more, visit www.antiquefairyork.com. MOTHER’S DAY AFTERNOON TEA, Leeming Bar Station, 2.15pm. This Mother’s Day, why not treat your mum to a stunning journey through the Yorkshire Dales? Visit www.wensleydalerail.com or call 01677 425805 for more information.

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Don’t miss! // 13TH-14TH YORK HEALTH HEALING & WELLBEING FESTIVAL, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm. Don’t miss this fantastic two-day event from Yorkshire’s leading Health Healing and Wellbeing Festivals. You’ll discover over 90 different exhibition stands including therapists; medium demonstrations; gemstones; psychic clairvoyants; health and nutritional products; aromatherapy; and much more! There will also be inspiring talks, workshops and demonstrations as well as free prize draws for every visitor. To find out more, visit www.healthhealingfestivals. co.uk, email pat@healthhealingfestivals. co.uk, or call either 01423 873259 or 07973 501361.

// 13TH-28TH THE GREAT CASTLE HOWARD EASTER EGG HUNT, Castle Howard. Find out more in our Events Hotlist. // 13TH-28TH 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. // 14TH SPECIALIST PLANT FAIR, Newburgh Priory, 11am-4pm. Head down to this specialist plant fair, where you’ll also find the house, grounds and tea rooms open. Getting married? Why not consider Newburgh Priory for your venue? Contact the Estate Office on 01347 868372 or visit www.newburghpriory. co.uk for more information. // 17TH RENE’S REVELLERS LINE DANCE SOCIAL EVENING, New Earswick Indoor Bowls Club. A fantastic social night of line and partner dancing with live entertainment from Thorne Hill. Licensed bar available, but you’re welcome to bring your own table nibbles. Call 470292 for more information. PARSIFAL AT YORK MINSTER, York Minster, 7.30pm. Enjoy a performance of the Prelude to Act 1 and Act 3 of Wagner’s great final opera by the Hallé Orchestra. Visit www.ryedalefestival.com for more information. PETER KNIGHT’S GIGSPANNER, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. Gigspanner, along with their reputation for being one of the most innovative acts on the folk scene, are here to take you on a musical journey through their multicultural influences. Visit www.ncem.co.uk for more information. // 20TH THE 2019 RUFFORTH GIANT EASTER EGG HUNT, Rufforth Institute, 11am-3pm. Pop down and find over 30 giant Easter eggs! Not only that but you can guess the weight of the cake, have a go on the raffle or tombola, get involved

in face painting and hair braiding, and much more! Call 07895 483710 or email info@rufforthpreschool.co.uk for more information. // 20TH-22ND YORK MODEL RAILWAY SHOW, York Racecourse, 10am-5pm (4.30pm Monday). Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

// 21ST-22ND ALICE IN WONDERLAND EASTER, Newby Hall and Gardens, 11am-5pm. Bring the whole family down for this themed woodland trail. Meet the Mad Hatter and friends and solve clues as you go – you might just get some chocolate at the end! Visit www.newbyhall.com for more information. // 21ST & 28TH WIGGINTON CAR BOOT SALE, House Farm, Wigginton. It’s that time again – 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 768463 for more information. // 22ND EASTER BUNNY TRAIL, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Mini Millers get ready – the hunt is on to find the Easter

Bunnies in Holgate Windmill. Solve the puzzle and win an Easter prize – so prepare for a fun day of climbing and exploring. All ages working and no pre-booking required. Visit www. holgatewindmill.org for more information. EASTER FUN DAY, Sandburn Hall, 11am-3pm. Make your way to Sandburn Hall for a full day of fun, including face painting; crafts; lamb petting; an Easter egg hunt; tombola; bouncy castle; hog roast; and much more! Call 469911 or email tykes@sandburnhall.co.uk for more. // 27TH SPRING OPEN DAY, Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am4pm. Pop down to this traditional railway nursery and pick up shrubs, perennials, herbs, pots, bulbs and bedding. You can also find the Nursery’s new collection of cacti, where some will be for sale. And it’s not just gardening goodies – you’ll also be able to buy homemade cake, bric-a-brac and books. Email pcrn.info@yahoo.co.uk or visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery. co.uk for more information. // 27TH-28TH 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. // 28TH CRAFT AND GIFT FAYRE, Marriott Hotel, 10am-4pm. Enjoy a craft and gift

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COMING SOON! // 11TH MAY ULTIMATE LEPPARD, The Victoria Vaults, 9pm. Don’t miss the UK’s number one Def Leppard tribute. Visit www. victoriavaults.com or call 613444 for more information. // 17TH MAY 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. // 24TH MAY GIN EVENING, Middletons Hotel, 7pm. Head down to Middletons for some GINspiration! Experience a 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 611570 or email events@ middletonsyork.co.uk for more info. // 26TH MAY 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. // 21ST-23RD JUNE 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. // 23RD JUNE HUBY & SUTTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW, Sutton Park. Enjoy a jam-packed day with trade and crafts stands – a grand day out for all the family! Visit www. hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk.

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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

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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 JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate and your little ones can experience a real hands-on 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. DERWENT DANCEWORKS, various locations (except Fridays and Sundays). From Baby Ballet, where your little ones as young as two can take to the dancefloor, to Adult Tap and StreetFit (and everything in between), there’s always something going on at Derwent Danceworks to get your toes tapping. Visit www.derwentdance.co.uk for more information. 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. ABOVE US ONLY SKY, Kentmere House Gallery, 11am-5pm. This exhibition by Keith Roper showcases his pastel representations of the skies above Lincolnshire. Call 656507 or visit www.kentmerehouse.co.uk for more information. Running until 5th May. 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 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 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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York Barbican To book: 0844 854 2757 MICHAEL BALL: COME HOME TO YOU TOUR (21st April) The legendary Michael Ball is back with his brand new UK tour – and it’s coming to the York Barbican! Don’t miss this multi-platinum recording artist and national treasure in the tour to support his new album. PETER PAN: EASTER PANTO

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