Your Local Link Magazine: February 2024

Your Annual FOOD & DRINK GUIDE INSIDE

PULL OUT & KEEP!

This month we explore some of York's best eateries.

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WALKING WITH THE WANDERER

Our wanderer takes us on a captivating tour through the Wolds to the village of Huggate. P12-13

TRAVEL COLUMN

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JORVIK Viking Festival 2024 With hearty banquets, battle re-enactments, costume competitions, and more; York is set to be invaded by a horde of Vikings, from Barley Hall all the way to Clifford’s Tower — as the Jorvik Viking Festival returns for 2024.

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Leap into February Dear Reader, Whether we like it or not, 2024 isn’t slowing down anytime soon so we at YLL think it’s about time to plan for the year ahead. Turn to pages 29-36 for Your Local Food and Drink Guide, where we’ve listed all the exciting foodie things happening in and around our city all year long. The guide also includes comprehensive lists of all the best restaurants, cafes, and venues that should all be high on your agenda for 2024.

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out page 46 where we’ve put together a special event guide just for York’s 2024 Jorvik Viking Festival — you’ll find all the most fun activities in one place.

If getting out and seeing the stunning Yorkshire countryside is on your list of things to do this month, our Walking Wanderer has a lovely recommendation on p.12, and we’ve put together the best places to see snowdrops in bloom around the city on p.26.

Whatever you’re looking to do this month, this issue of YLL should make sure you have a fantastic Feb.

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Huggate is a popular Wolds walking hub. This route heads west from the village across quiet field paths, valley rim pastures, and an old bridleway. The landscape is typical of the high Wolds and has the added bonus of far-reaching views to the east and south.

Is This Walk For Me?

For a Wolds walk this is relatively flat. There are a few ups and downs but only one slope— a short descent near the start— is steep. There are no stiles and only one section of road walking, near the end on a quiet stretch. Mud may be encountered at this time of year so some paths can be slippery. Farm animals graze in some of the valley pastures. Route finding should be easy as waymarks are good throughout.

Getting There

The starting point is the free carpark on the eastern edge of Huggate, off Driffield Road just beyond the Wolds Inn. Huggate is 20 miles from York following the A166 through Stamford Bridge and turning off after Garrowby Hill at the Wayrham picnic area. Unfortunately, there are no public transport options for this walk.

Refreshments

The Wolds Inn, near the start point, offers bar and restaurant food as well as drinks. It is open daily, Wednesday through to Sunday. Rachel’s Walnut Cottage Tea Room in Huggate (turn left at Direction Point 7) provides light refreshments and is open Saturday through to Tuesday 11am-4pm.

What To See

The countryside around Huggate offers archetypal high Wolds scenery. The higher farmed land is split by deep dry valleys flanked by steep grassy slopes. Large farms, often clothed by shelter belts, and a few woods dot the landscape. From the high ground, there are extensive views east and south, as well as down into the deep valleys, especially Pasture Dale at Direction Point 4. Huggate is a quiet village off the beaten track. Its old well is said to have been one of the deepest in the country.

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Huggate West Walk Time: 2 1/2 hours Distance: 5 1/2 miles

1. Turn right out of the carpark. In a

few metres ignore the public footpath right, but about 20 metres beyond it take the alternative permissive path going through a kissing gate. Quickly pass through another gate then head half-left across the hummocky field on a sketchy grass path towards a third gate. After passing through the gate, take the lane slightly to the left to walk over the green (with a seat and goalposts left). Once you reach the road, turn right and head downhill, passing the church to the right.

2. After the last house on the left, take the signed path going halfleft across the sloping field, soon descending steeply to a gate in the far-left corner. Turn left on the fenced track. Where this curves right towards a farm, keep ahead on a signed path (initially with a hedge on the right).

Continue until this narrow path joins a track coming from the farm. Keep ahead (away from the farm) then at a signed footpath-junction keep left on the track which, in a further 400-metres, reaches a road.

3. Cross straight over the road by

following a field-edge track. Where the hedge on the left ends, turn left (as signed by a grassy path between fields). Remain on this path, which eventually has a sporadic hedge on

the right, to reach a gate at a road junction.

4. Turn right, being sure to take the

further (uppermost) road (signed Wolds Way). In about 150-metres go through a gate on the right and walk alongside trees to the left and a deep valley right. Where the trees end, keep ahead above the valley, soon curving right and gradually descending.

Remain above the valley with a fence to your left until you reach the corner of a wood. Here, turn left on an enclosed path with the wood right.

At the next gate go right for about 100-metres alongside the wood to reach a further gate.

5. Do not go ahead here but instead

turn sharp left to follow a faint grassy path (this is open access land so there is no footpath sign) close to the fence on the left. Continue, soon with gorse bushes and the deep valley right, until a wooden gate is visible ahead. Do not go through this but turn right beside the fence to find a metal gate at a bridleway sign. Go through and take the path left following power lines.

Keep going ahead to reach an isolated house at a road.

6. Cross the road and take the signed

bridleway opposite. Now continue on this path, ignoring all ways off. Initially

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there’s a deep valley on the right and later a young plantation at the head of a further deep valley.

After nearly 2,000 metres, the bridleway reaches a road.

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Horoscopes STAR SIGN OF THE MONTH: AQUARIUS

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let the world skim over the top of your head and not be too bothered about anything… Other people, especially those closest to you, will find this frustrating, but you should find your own path forward. Tell them to follow theirs.

TAURUS 20TH APR – 20TH MAY

AQUARIUS 2OTH JAN - 18TH FEB February looks like a very successful month for the vast majority of Aquarians, with gains made in both the financial and personal aspects of your life.

Important ambitions are either achieved or are brought a big PISCES 19TH FEB – 20TH MAR

Not the easiest of months as other peoples’ problems become something of an issue for you.

Nevertheless, you fight your way forwards and find an inner strength you never knew you had. Some plans get changed at the last minute (especially between the 11th and the 20th) and although you might find this annoying it seems

step closer, and there is a lovely feeling of financial security. On the downside, a partner might not like your priorities, but they can’t complain too much if it is you who is bringing home the bacon week after month after year. to me that someone is doing you a favour. Some advantageous links with bureaucracy towards the very end of the month.

ARIES 21ST MAR – 19TH APR

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No real drama or trauma in February, although there may be a couple of uncomfortable appointments on the 21st and 26th. Maybe quite a lot of money being spent on essentials, which may be financially inconvenient but isn’t exactly threatening. Builder’s bills, new cookers or fridges, the brakes on the car… A nice month for all things of a romantic nature, an interesting reunion towards month’s end, and probably a very expensive night out on the 14th!

GEMINI 21ST MAY – 20TH JUN

Gentlemen of the sign enjoy a renaissance of all things romantic and emotional. If you’re single and solitary, then those days may soon be over! Gemini girls, especially the career girls among you, can expect to have a very successful month on the work scene, with some notable improvement to finances before month’s end.

CANCER 21ST JUN – 22ND JUL

Old ideas (and commitments) get in the way of future plans and ambitions, and therefore, not without some hesitation, you’ll be dumping a lot of the old to make way for the new –this is an energy which seems to sweep across the board. You walk away from failing relationships and boring jobs while that knackered old car that keeps breaking down is on its way to the scrap yard. If adult children are acting like spoiled brats, you’ll be inclined to read the riot act, and maybe not before time!

LEO 23RD JUL – 22ND AUG An excellent month for both sexes when it comes to money and opportunities for job/career advancement… And especially so for single females under 35! Anyone who is into sports should have a rewarding few weeks and there could be a major social event on the 9th or the 19th. Money spent on new clothes and personal appearance should be seen as an investment rather than a luxury, and this is particularly true for the guys.

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A rewarding, but in some ways difficult month. You’ll constantly be juggling priorities, your personal life getting in the way of work commitments and vice versa.

Lovers, workmates, and colleagues don’t help very much because they’re too busy sorting out their own responsibilities. Against all this, it’s a good month on the work scene and there should be a welcome boost to your income – even if you’ve got to work to get it.

LIBRA 23RD SEPT – 22ND OCT The 7th, 14th, and 21st are delicious days for romantic opportunities (and will be a major boost to your levels of personal popularity and selfconfidence). Okay, jobs and careers may be important, but this month there are many distractions, and if I were you, I’d allow myself to be distracted. Life is not all about work, it’s also about having fun, and you’re long overdue for a dose of fun.

SCORPIO 23RD OCT – 21ST NOV

February is one of those months where you’re going to have to fight for everything you get. There should be nothing new about this, however your temper is on a shorter fuse, and on more than one occasion you’ll

be speaking your mind. This will cause a few raised eyebrows, but if it alters other people’s perceptions of you, it is worth your while. Expect some awkward decision around the 10th or 11th and a journey of some importance around the 21st.

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VIRGO 23RD AUG – 22ND SEPT

In many respects this is a very family orientated month and, even if you were to say that you didn’t have a family, there is still the family of friends and colleagues. A journey (probably in a southerly direction) looks likely mid-month, which ties in with a reunion and a lot of money being spent on leisure and pleasure pursuits. Some quiet concerns about a partner’s spending, but this is not the time to raise them or make an issue of them, especially if you’re in your later or middle years,

CAPRICORN 22ND DEC – 19TH JAN

Probably a very busy month on the work scene where you’ll have to do someone else’s job as well as your own, but there will be worthwhile rewards so don’t back away from challenges – rather see them as opportunities. A stable month emotionally with a specific ‘high’ on the 14th (but I’m glad I’m not paying that restaurant bill!).

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BY MOTOR I N G EX PERT TI M SAU N D E R S I’m a great fan of hybrids. So, naturally I like the Nissan Juke SUV. What I particularly like about this hybrid is that it will drive a good mile in EV mode at 30mph.

I find myself increasingly forced to drive at this speed or below either due to sheer weight of traffic or by being in such a zone.

Inside it’s comfy. We like the supportive seats and the hint of suede around the black leather – there’s luxurious suede on the dash, too. At night a strip of light projects from behind the

inside of the door panel, which provides a futuristic touch.

There’s air conditioning and a great radio with Bose speakers built into the edge of the front seats, which I haven’t seen before. That radio allows us to listen to our favourite ‘80s music station.

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LAST CHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON CHANGES TO TRANSPORT IN THE CITY Our Big Transport Conversation — the City of York Council’s largest consultation with residents on planned changes to York’s transport since 2010— closes on the 4th of February.

The results of the consultation will be used to form a new Local Transport Plan that will reshape York’s transport network along 10 different policy areas. These include goals to improve wheelchair accessibility and reduce car dependency, alongside wider targets to safeguard the local environment.

This means that the next couple of weeks are the last opportunity for all residents — anyone who buses, walks, wheels, drives, or parks anywhere in York or the surrounding villages— to have a say. To make your voice heard, all you need to do is fill out an online survey at ourbigconversation.york.gov.uk or simply email your thoughts to ourbigconversation@york. gov.uk.

For more of the latest news updates in York head to www. yourlocallink.co.uk

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With February upon us, we all need a fun gadget to keep from going stir-crazy during the long wait for the return of warmer weather. We’ve got the full range, from innovate workplace timesavers to relaxing massagers— read on and take your pick!

TOZO S3 SMART WATCH, £49.99 from amazon. co.uk This affordably priced smartwatch (with its more than 100 sports modes) is the perfect companion to your healthy new year’s resolutions. This model also has an easy-to-access 1.83” touch screen and features Bluetooth calling— so you can take phone calls on the go!

PHILIPS VOICE TRAER AUDIO RECORDER PEN, £69.99, dictation. philips.com This ordinarylooking pen is fitted with a subtle but powerful high-quality 360-degree microphone that can record meetings with brilliant accuracy. To make things even easier, the device is loaded with Sembly’s AI Speech-toText Cloud Software that will turn those recordings into text, saving you from the terrible task of having to transcribe ever again!

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February Report

By Your Local Link Staff Writer Sammi Minion

On the pitch the Minstermen have continued their upturn in fortunes under manager Neal Ardley. Now five games unbeaten (at time of publication) York City are 18th in the table with a three-point buffer away from Ebbsfleet United and the relegation zone. They might have found themsleves far better off if not for an incredible turn of events during City’s home fixture against the Kentbased side on Saturday the 23rd of December. An early opening goal from Lenell “The Shop” John-Lewis looked to have set City well on their way to all three points — this was until deep into injury time, when Ebbsfleet goalkeeper Mark Cousins struck home from a corner to bring the visitors within a point of York.

Fortunately, in the weeks since, City were able to respond well to that considerable setback, picking up five points from three games including a doubleheader (back-to-back fixtures) against Gateshead, before the draw versus Boreham Wood.

The next month will tell the defining story of their season, where City take up against three more relegation threatened sides in Dorking Wanderers, Fylde, and Oxford before a trip to Hartlepool. They will need to fare better than they did against Ebbsfleet if they have any hope of further progressing away from the threat of relegation.

Head to www.yourlocallink. co.uk for more of the latest sports updates.

York City supporters call out National League over last-minute TNT fixture change York City supporters call out National League over last-minute TNT fixture change.

At the end of December The Vanarama National League announced that the fixture between York City F.C and Boreham Wood would be moved from the 6th of January to the 7th. Giving fans just three weeks notice before the game was scheduled to kick off in North London (185-miles from the LNER Community Stadium). In response, the club’s Supporters Trust issued an open letter to express their “collective concern and disappointment” at a decision that left hundreds of fans out of pocket, having already booked tickets, and unable to attend.

The letter went on to describe fans’ distaste at the lack of foresight on behalf of broadcasters and the league, “In the National League's announcement, it was stated that TNT Sports had delivered "an early Christmas present" for supporters.

Unfortunately, for York City fans, this is far from a Christmas present, instead it is turning in to ‘The Nightmare of Meadow Park' (Boreham Wood’s ground).”

Just three hours after the open letter was made public, the Supporters Trust received backing from Malcom Clarke,

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YORK SPORT REPORT The Chair of the Football Supporters’ Association — the national representative body for football supporters in England and Wales. He said, “We fully support the concerns of the York City Supporters about the late change of date for this fixture.

“We support the call for the National League, TNT and the rail companies to do something practical to mitigate the effects of this late decision on the travelling York City support”.

Then on the 29th of December, City’s opponents Boreham Wood went on to announce that away ticket prices would be cut in half whilst those who had already purchased tickets would receive a 50% refund.

The fixture was moved so that it could be broadcast by TNT Sports (formerly known as BT Sport) — increasing exposure for the club and league to a much wider audience — the benefits of which were “understood” in the fans’ letter but not seen as justified by the “the significant burden” imposed by the change. In the end, although City may have gained extra viewers via broadcast, only 367 fans managed to make it to Meadowpark to witness the 1-1 draw— almost 200 fewer than had travelled to Gateshead for City’s preceding away fixture.

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Business Diary There’s a stacked calendar of business and networking events in and around York this month. Featuring National Apprenticeship Week exclusives, cutting-edge masterclasses, and informal meet-ups — here’s our guide to getting ahead this Feb. BUSINESS OVER BREAKFASTWOULD YOU TRUST A ROBOT? HEADTEACHERS AND EXPLORING THE IMPACT LEADERSHIP NETWORK, The ROBOTICS, AUTONOMOUS Diocese of York, Amy Johnson SYSTEMS AND AI ARE HAVING Way, York, 6th February, 8:30ON OUR SOCIETY, Ron Cooke 11am.

This session has been organised so that local headteachers can meet, network, and discuss school agendas. Education Team Officers will also be on hand to provide a question-andanswer session. The £27.50 price of a ticket includes breakfast.

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK EMPLOYER INFORMATION BREAKFAST, York College, 6th February, 8:1510am.

This session has been created for employers who are thinking about taking on apprentices but are unsure how to go about it or what's involved. A local employer will give a short presentation on the benefits of having apprentices in your business and a specialist Apprenticeship Team will be on hand to offer advice and guidance.

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Hub, Campus East, University of York, 20th February, 6-7:30pm.

The University are hosting a panel discussion with leading experts in the field of AI and robotics. Speakers include technology journalist Rory Cellan-Jones, and world-leading expert on safety assurance of autonomous systems Professor John McDermid. They’ll discuss the benefits and dangers of everything AI, from driverless cars and remotely monitored ships, to robotic arms and virtual assistants.

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For all the latest business news in York head to www. yourlocallink.co.uk.

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK RETURNS FOR 2024 The annual National Apprenticeship Week is back for its 17th year. Between the 5th and 11th of February, informative events will be held throughout Yorkshire and the rest of England to promote the benefits of apprenticeships for employees and employers alike.

Whether you’re leaving school this year, changing careers, or are a current student planning your next move, there are hundreds of apprenticeships to choose from.

An often-unrepresented benefit is the positive impact these schemes can have on employers as well as the apprentices themselves.

It is in highlighting issues like this that makes the week-long celebration so worthwhile— with events like York College’s Employer Information Breakfast that will set out the advantages businesses get out of hiring apprentices.

The theme of this year’s National Apprenticeship Week will be ‘Skills for Life' — reflecting on the twoway dialogue apprenticeships promote. They can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge

required for a rewarding career, and employers to develop a workforce with future ready skills.

During the week, there will be hundreds of virtual and inperson events including helpful resources available for students, for more information, or to browse apprenticeship opportunities close to your area, visit www. apprenticeships.gov.uk.

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Winter Sales at Todd’s WE HEAR FROM LOCAL EXPERT MATT TODD It’s been very busy in the store this January with the bargain hunters, and customers looking to replace broken products, in equal measure.

The sales activity may be coming to an end, but you still have until the end of the month to grab a bargain! After that, don’t forget that we are part of Euronics, Europe’s largest buying group, and we have a price match pledge across our stores. This means that, with the assistance of the manufacturers themselves, you can always get the best prices and the best service that only your local, family run, independent retailer can offer.

It’s been interesting to see what the nationals have been up to for January with their marketing on kitchens, with some shouting about HALF PRICE kitchens or even up to 60% off some units. Having had customers bring quotes to us from some of these big brands it’s pretty obvious that the prices haven’t changed that much. More importantly, we can still offer very competitive pricing on better designed and constructed kitchens. If you would like help with designing your next kitchen, please give us a call on 01904 628676 and ask for Caitlin or Rona who will be able to assist you.

Finally, if you are looking for something a bit more special or

specific, please come in and have a browse around our Laura Ashley range of kitchens and bedrooms. These stunning designs offer a real touch of class. We have Laura Ashley on display at our Monks Cross Showroom and one of our designers will be very happy to give you the tour around and some ideas of how this iconic brand could work in your home.

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Here’s our roundup of the top places in and around York to see them in bloom.

Burton Agnes, Driffield.

A walk across the majestic Elizabethan grounds of Burton Agnes makes for a perfect February day out.

You’ll see the thousands of hardy snowdrops that have pushed through the hard winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor. As a reward for braving the cold, make sure to pay a visit to the café before heading home!

Moorlands Woodland Nature Reserve, Moor Lane, York.

This enchanting seven-hectare woodland lies just to the North of York near Wigginton.

The 1km circuit route that traverses this magical Edwardian garden is coated by a rich carpet of snowdrops at this time of year. Make sure to keep an eye out as you venture along the charming trail for a series of wooden sculptures and a fascinating range of British bird life.

Ray Wood, Castle Howard, York.

As seen most recently on Netflix’s Bridgerton, Castle Howard is one of the bestpreserved historical houses in Yorkshire. Between the Temple of Venus and the Temple of the Four Winds, in the grounds and gardens, you’ll find the Ray Wood littered with snowdrops as well as some bright yellow winter aconites!

If you go on a snowdrop stroll don't forget to tag us in your photos on Facebook and Instagram using #YourLocalLink for a chance to be featured on our socials!

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The city of York has been named on an elite list — of just 119 cities out of nearly 1000 around the globe— by the non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for the second year in a row.

The CDP rank the cities that demonstrate the highest commitment to “bold leadership on environmental action as well as transparency, despite the pressures of a challenging global economic situation” each year on a scale of D- to A. Because of York’s successful climate action plan and the council’s willingness to disclose of their citywide emissions inventory, they were awarded with a place on the A list — a position that just 13% of CDP ranked cities achieve.

The CDP say that A-List cities “report four times as many” climate focused actions than their non-A-list counterparts.

This achievement is something that a spokesperson for City of York Council said, “demonstrates that York is a global leader in climate action.”

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VEG IN BEDS: PROS AND CONS Tony Chalcraft

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Cultivating vegetables in beds is a relatively new trend. You might call it a fashion— perhaps prompted by gardening makeover programmes on TV where any vegetables grown are invariably plonked into newly constructed and expensivelooking beds. But the elaborate edifices I’ve come across over the years have appeared more as architectural and artistic wonders, than horticultural necessities. Other beds I’ve seen are far more modest constructions, sometimes no more than a flimsy wooden framework thrown around a patch of soil, but probably just as useful from the growing point of view. All these beds appear to have been built on the basis that veg somehow demands a bed.

It’s certainly the case that there are benefits to growing vegetables in beds. In some situations, for example, where there are mobility

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issues to contend with, a waisthigh bed (a true ‘raised’ bed), may be a necessity. Elevated beds or large containers may also be the only feasible means of growing on land with little or no natural soil. Even beds which are barely raised above ground level, can confer real benefits. These include helping to make heavy or wet soil more workable and demarcating of the cultivated area. If beds are not made too large it is possible to sow, plant, and harvest without walking on the soil. This can reduce the need for digging to break up soil compacted by treading.

Indeed, bed growing is often part and parcel of the increasingly popular ‘no-dig’ method of vegetable growing— the guru of which is Charles Dowding (see www.charlesdowding.co.uk to learn more). When coupled with no-dig, growing in beds can have

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There are other issues. Unless you’re going to tread on the beds, they’ll have to be narrow to enable easy reaching. This can make growing crops that sprawl or need lots of space difficult. Then there’s the problem of weeds. If perennial creeping nasties such as couch, buttercup, and ground elder aren’t thoroughly cleaned out before the beds are set up— it can be next to impossible to remove them from around the edging or under your gravelled paths.

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wider benefits, not least of which is minimising the disturbance and damage excessive digging can cause to soil structure and fauna.

Because of their artistic appeal, it is easy to overlook some of the complications with growing vegetables in beds. A particular issue is edging. The edge of your vegetable bed needs to be durable to avoid repeated repair or replacement. Wooden planks or boards, the usual option, will rot in time. Even chunky old railway sleeper-style edges won’t last forever. Unless wood is obtained free, or recycled, it’s neither cheap nor particularly sustainable. Wood, and for that matter most other bed edging like tiles or bricks, can also provide a haven for slugs and snails. Edgeless beds may be a better option, but containing the soil and compost can be difficult. I remember seeing some edgeless

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Hiden Gems Explore York's culinary secrets with our guide to the best foodie spots that are off the beaten path.

Turn to page 31.

Lunch and Brunch Finding the perfect brunch spot is essential for every resident. Turn to page 32 to discover yours.

Restaurants York has the restaurant for you, no matter your taste or preference. Head to page 33 to discover the best places to taste curry, steak, seafood, pizza, and more.

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Afternoon Tea in York Afternoon Tea is one of those proper British institutions that never goes out of style — the scones, finger sandwiches and cakes have been a part of our habits for over a century. Fortunately, we’re blessed in York — there are countless brilliant and unique spots, some of which transport you back in time by capturing timeless afternoon tea traditions; whilst others have experimented with their menus in new and exciting ways. From the quaint Georgian grace of Middletons Hotel to the contemporary creations at Pearly Cow, every option on this list is a guarantee of unique delicious menus in a magnificent setting. Waste no time and book your first Afternoon Tea of 2024!

MIDDLETONS HOTEL, Cromwell Road, York.

Enquire at 01904 611570 Four minutes’ walk from the Minster and a stone’s throw from a fantastic flurry of iconic 17thcentury buildings, an Afternoon Tea at Middletons Hotel is the perfect way to spend an afternoon in York. You’ll enjoy a wonderful selection of traditional sandwiches, warm scones, clotted cream, and strawberry jam, alongside a delicious collection of decadent desserts with your choice of Taylor's tea or even upgrade to a glass of champagne!

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PEARLY COW AT NO1 THE GUESTHOUSE, Bootham, York.

Enquire at 01904 946299.

In the place of a traditional Afternoon Tea, Pearly Cow have created their bottomless Afternoon Sea — a savoury tiered seafood spectacular, showcasing the best seafood produce from Yorkshire’s legendary 90 miles of coastline, alongside some crab imports from Scotland. It’s the ideal setting for those of us without the sweet tooth necessary to enjoy a full offering of cake and scones.

HOTEL DU VIN, The Mount, York.

Enquire at 01904 405260 The Georgian Grade II listed hotel is just a five-minute walk from the historic city walls. The Afternoon Tea itself only adds to that relaxing tranquillity. As you rise up each tier, from elegant finger sandwiches, through scones, up to the delectable series of cakes— you’ll discover a perfect combination of sweet and savoury refreshment. All is accompanied by a pot of Bird and Brew Tea or Champagne, if you choose to upgrade.

THE PRINCIPAL HOTEL Station Road, York.

Enquire at 01904 653681 The Principal have transformed their Afternnon Tea offering into a celebration of chocolate— to highlight their connection to York’s chocolate history. The Principal’s chef seems to have found the perfect balance. Just like one of those magical mornings when the smell of chocolate from the Nestle factory on Haxby Road catches on a breeze and is carried throughout the town, each bite transports you back in time — to York’s golden days as the chocolate city.

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Review: Ate O’Clock An evening at Ate O’Clock is the perfect cure for any of the depressingly-dim and overcast wintery nights to come.

It starts from the moment you walk through the brightly lit outer doorway and are immediately transported away from the cold and rain down an enchanting alleyway, adorned with fairy lights and quintessentially York lanterns (that wouldn’t be out of place indicating the start-point of one of our city’s many ghost tours). While our impression of Ate O’Clock may have been shaped by a particularly cold Tuesday evening — whatever the weather, the food and service make this restaurant an absolute

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York's Hidden Gems must. When it comes to eating out in the next few weeks and months, Ate O’Clock is ideally located, enchantingly decorated, and is clearly a local favourite— my only advice is to make sure it’s on your list. To browse the menu and book your table visit www. ateoclock.co.uk.

Considering the city is well over 1000 years old, it’s no surprise that York’s winding walkways and storied streets are occupied by countless, creative and independent bistros and cafes — here’s our list of a couple you should take your time to seek out and enjoy.

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The Old Liquor Store is an Italianinfluenced restaurant situated at the epicentre of York’s culinary history — inside the old Terry’s Chocolate Works, the factory that employed more than 300 people to produce countless chocolate bars across the best part of the 20th Century. We ordered three courses in the end (for only £36!) starting with the Bresaola Punta

D'anca gorgonzola dolce radicchio, with fresh pear and toasted Hazelnuts, a shaved pear and cheese salad. A perfect combination of sweet, rich and light flavours that perfectly introduced our taste buds in time for the luxurious main course to come. A roast sirloin of Yorkshire reared beef, accompanied with Yorkshire pudding, barolo and veal bone gravy, cauliflower cheese and roasted carrots. The plate is a melting pot of flavour — where the beef is the obvious star event, but the gravy deserves equal plaudits for how it ties everything together.

The Old Liquor Store is located on Bishopthorpe Road, call up on 01904 950147 to book your seat.

HEAVENLY DESSERTS Blake Street, York.

Enquire at 01904 349581 This delicious dessert spot is a real hidden gem in York.

It’s a few steps around the corner from all the Coney Street shops so makes for a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. From pistachio mochis to cannoli and everything in between, the Heavenly Desserts menu offers the kind of unique sweet treats you just don’t get to try out at home.

BARLEY HALL COFFEE SHOP off Stonegate, York.

Enquire at 01904 615505 Nestled next to an iconic Tudor building, and down an enchanting alleyway off the historic street of Stonegate, this quaint café is the living definition of a hidden gem.

They serve a selection of hot drinks, including signature blend coffee, locally sourced cakes, and pastries, as well as dairy and gluten-free options.

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Whether you’re treating yourself for finally getting up and out of bed for a long walk, or you’re catching up with friends about the week’s goings-on — every proper weekend should start with brunch. Whether you opt for waffles, pancakes, avocado on toast, a full English or just a strong cup of coffee — you’re never likely to be disappointed. York has a fantastic range of cafes and bistros offering diverse and delicious menu options — no matter what kind of snack you’re in the mood for. Read on to discover your new weekend favourite.

PLONKERS WINE BAR AND BISTRO, Cumberland Street,

York. Enquire at 01904 655307.

Even though Plonkers have been serving delicious local food since the 1980s, the atmosphere is just as friendly, the service is just as attentive, and the food is certainly still as good to this day!

Book in for any of your brunch favourites like poached egg on sourdough today!

While you’re there make sure to check out the events calendar for the next open mic night or love music show.

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THE CAT’S WHISKERS, 46

Goodramgate, York. Enquire at 01904 626480.

Cat lovers rejoice! What better way to enjoy a cake, cup of tea, hot chocolate, or coffee than in a café full of cats! The Cat’s Whiskers sits comfortably in the city centre and offers charming views of the Minster whilst you relax alongside Sprout, Pumpkin, and many more feline residents. All the cakes are lovingly made by Helen at The White Cherry Bakery in Pocklington, using only the finest ingredients.

DRIFT-IN, High Ousegate, York.

Enquire at 01904 630400.

The Drift-In is perfectly located right by the high street so makes for the perfect escape from the weekend shopping hustle and bustle. The menu is packed to the brim with brilliant brunch and lunch classics like steak and eggs, American pancakes, stuffed bagels, topped toasts, and some sumptuous super salads. Location, menu, and its friendly atmosphere make the Drift-In a magnificent mid-morning meeting place for those vital reunions and catch-ups with friends.

SANDWITCHES CAFÉ AND BISTRO, Newgate, York. More info

at www.sandwitchescafe.co.uk.

This quirky café serves up delectable brunch food from an iconic but spooky location, 12 Newgate — where the café now rests— is one of the oldest houses in York, built on the cemetery of St. Sampson church, the top floor is said to be one of York’s most haunted locations… The menu is made up of delicious locally sourced food and features midday favourites like waffles with bacon and maple syrup and Full Englishs of every size and description.

The historic city of York isn’t just the capital of Yorkshire’s foodie scene —it is the north of England’s heart of interdependent dining. Each and every street is lined with boutique bistros and regal restaurants, from the outskirts on Bishopthorpe Road— where you’ll find The Old Liquor Store nestled within the halls of the Old Terry’s Chocolate Factory — all the way to the very centre of the city itself where the iconic Grand and Malmaison hotels sit ready to welcome tourist and residents visitors alike, York is packed to the brim with restaurants to dine for. Read on for our list of the six you can’t afford to miss.

ATE O’CLOCK, High Ousegate, York. Enquire at 01904 644 080 Nestled down an arched alleyway draped in fairy lights; Ate O’Clock Restaurant is an ideal dining spot no matter the season in York. During darker evenings the alleyway acts as an enchanting escape from the wintery weather, whilst in summer it leads to a tranquil al-fresco dining courtyard.

LEGACY AT THE GRAND, Station Rise, York. Enquire at 01904 380038 This AA Rosette-awarded fine-dining restaurant offers a range of innovate tasting menus, featuring the finest local produce. Book a seat now for Head Chef Ahmed Abdalla’s Signature Tasting Menu to savour colourful vegetables, tender, locally reared meat and freshly caught fish and seafood.

THOMAS CARR @ THE COAST RESTAURANT , Ox Pasture Hall, Scarborough. Enquire at 01723 365 295 Head Chef Carr held a Michellin star at two separate restaurants for seven years between 2016 and 2022 and is looking to earn similar plaudits in Yorkshire.

Secure a seat for one of their five or seven course tasting menus— featuring the very best Yorkshire’s magnificent coast has to offer.

CHEZ MAL BRASSERIE, Malmaison Hotel, Rougier Street, York. Enquire at 01904 946060 Situated just two minutes away from York Station, Malmaison Hotel have transformed the former Aviva offices into a stylish grill restaurant. Once you’ve fulfilled all your dining desires, make sure to head up to the Sora sky bar for a drink where you’ll experience completely unrivalled views of our beautiful city skyline.

OLD LIQUOR STORE, Bishopthorpe Road, York.

Enquire at 01904 950147.

The Old Liquor Store is an Italian-influenced restaurant situated at the epicentre of York’s culinary history. Now under the directorship of Ben Williams, the restaurant boasts one of the city’s very best Sunday Lunch offerings as well as stone-baked pizzettas, excellent antipasti, and more — alongside a delicious range of deli options.

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THE INDIAN LOUNGE, Swinegate, York. Enquire at 01904 639918.

A curry experience like no other. The Indian Lounge’s friendly service and charming menus are open available and open seven days a week (including bank holidays!), so you can be sure it’s the place to go for all your Indian cuisine needs. From kadhai lamb to the simplest chicken tikka — they’ve got you covered!

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Takeaways in York

From carefully crafted curries to perfect pizzas, this page of your food and drink guide has you completely covered on the best places to call next time you’re in the mood for (fast) food.

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Clifton Gate Business Park, York. Enquire at 01904 690689.

Enjoy restaurant quality curry from the comfort of your home. Each dish is specially prepared fresh to each order by their expert chef. From Biryani to Tandoori, Ebor Balti will make the authentic curry of your dreams a reality — they’ll have it with you sizzling and on your doorstep in no time at all.

PIZZA BOX HAXBY

The Village, Haxby, York. Enquire at 01904 768828.

When it comes to casual comfort food it’s impossible to beat a plate of pizza and chips — fortunately this is something that The Pizza Box do best. With high quality ingredients, brilliant discount deals, and rapid delivery time, you should look no further in your search for your next Friday night pizza.

DRAKE’S FISH AND CHIPS

Low Petergate, York. Enquire at 01904 624788.

Quite simply York’s best city-centre Fish and Chip Shop. Drake’s source all of their haddock and cod from the North Sea— most of it comes direct from Cross of York Fishmongers (as seen on MasterChef!), guaranteeing a fresh taste in every order. Whether you opt for a speedy takeaway or sit and enjoy a full experience sat in the restaurant!

THE INDIAN OCEAN

The Green, Acomb, York. Enquire at 01904 789816 “Good, honest food that is great value for money and excellent quality” are the mantra and defining words of The Indian Ocean’s takeaway service, it’s how they ensure that each delivery of Tandoori Butter Chicken or Shish Kebab is as memorable as it would be if you were sat in the restaurant floor.

THE PARVIN

York Rd, Haxby. Enquire at 01904 758864.

The Parvin have been specialising in the very finest Indian and Bengali cuisine for the last 25 years, their success lies in the fact that all their food — from onion bhajis to the fish karahi— are all cooked using only the finest and freshest ingredients, and are presented by their team of highly experienced staff.

PANDA MAMI

Bridge St, York. Enquire at 01904 633800.

Their expansive buffet menu offers a wide range of international food. Panda Mami’s chefs prepare over 120 authentic dishes each day, spanning across various diverse cuisine styles from sushi to pizza! This means that even if you and your friends disagree on the type of food to order in, you can still order from the same place.

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14 FEBRUARY VALENTINES DAY SUPPER CLUB, 22 Livingstone St, York. 7-9pm. Join Pastelle Kitchen & Events at this pop-up three course supper club.

The menu will take inspiration from all of the delicious winter offerings from local producers. Head to www. pastellekitchen.co.uk for further details or to book tickets.

14 FEBRUARY VIKING FEAST: LOVE AND BLUNDER, Merchant Adventurers Hall, York. 7pm.

Taking inspiration from sagas of Viking love, diners will sit at large tables, shoulder to shoulder with their fellow Viking-enthusiasts for a three-course banquet, washed down with mead or ale.

Entertainment is provided by Viking skalds – the finest storytellers – with traditional tales of romance gone right and wrong! Book now from jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk while tickets last!

17 FEB YORK VEGAN FESTIVAL, Acomb, York. 10:30am-4:30pm. With veganbased stalls and inspirational talks and demos running throughout the event, enjoy a celebration

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of vegan cuisine. Entry is £5 for standard tickets or £15 for VIP tickets to include fast track entry and a goody bag full of vegan products. Free parking. Head to www.veganeventsuk.co.uk for more information.

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11-17 MARCH YORK RESTAURANT WEEK,

Skipton. Including live cookery demonstrations and masterclasses, a vintage funfair, crafting demonstrations, fun activities to keep the kids entertained, tasting sessions, hundreds of exhibitors and some of the best street food the UK has to offer, this weekend long festival is jam packed with things to see and do for all of the family. Head to summerbelles.co.uk to book your tickets.

Various locations across the city.

A great opportunity to enjoy some of York’s best dining experience on a budget! For seven whole days, diners can access a huge variety of food and drink offers, all deliciously priced between £5 and £30. From snacks and brunch to afternoon tea and gourmet meals, make the most of affordable offers with friends and family.

27-31 MARCH YORK CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL, Parliament Street, York. 10am5pm. A celebration of York’s most famous historic produce returns to ‘The Chocolate City’ for 2024.

With plenty of workshops, tasting sessions and demonstrations, there is something to suit every taste.

For more information, please visit www.visityork.org/events/category/ chocolate/york-chocolate-festival.

19-21 JULY YORKSHIRE DALES FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL, Funkirk Farm, 25-27 MAY MALTON FOOD LOVERS FESTIVAL, Market Place, Malton.

The Food Lovers Festival is a celebration of delicious Food and Drink. Expect artisan stalls, delicious street food, talks, tastings, celebrity chefs, demos and fantastic live music. It’s a guaranteed day out of fun, and a chance to try out some of the area’s best food offerings!

Head to www.visitmalton.com for more information.

13 JULY SELBY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL, Market Place, Selby, 10am-4pm. Discover over 40 fabulous stalls with a variety of products plus tastings, cookery demonstrations, street entertainment and family fun!

Enjoy a day out tasting your favourite food and drinks, or

20-29 SEPTEMBER YORK FOOD FESTIVAL, Parliament Street, York. 10am5pm. Indulge in your favourite York brands from over 100 local vendors, or experiment with something new. There will be live music, city-wide tours and daily food demonstrations as 400,000 people are expected to join this week-long celebration of York’s foodie scene.

Head to www.yorkfoodfestival.com for more details.

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We hear from avid book reader and creative writer, Ben Robinson who shares his monthly book recommendarions. Happy reading!

Usually, I’d go for a monthly theme, but in the spirit of February and trying new things (indoors) while the weather’s still awful, I thought I’d give you a selection of four books, from four different genres. That way you’re more likely to find the book for you.

No pressure…

Timecode of a Face

by Ruth Ozeki Ozeki challenges herself to stare at her reflection for three hours. She details all her thoughts and feelings throughout these three hours. From reflections of her childhood to realisations she is having— it turns out spending three hours with your reflection is quite the revelation. It is simply fascinating to read.

Bossypants

by Tina Fey One of my favourite genres is autobiography, and Tina Fey does not disappoint with this one. Fey, who is one of the biggest names in comedy, takes us through her journey in the world of entertainment.

The ups, the downs, and the outright hilarious. This book is sure to make you laugh out loud.

My Name is Lucy Barton

by Elizabeth Strout This is one of my favourite novels of the past year.

The book tells the story of Lucy’s return to her hometown during the final weeks of her life. She spends those precious final days reconnecting with her previously absent mother.

The novel tells the complex but loving tale of mother and daughter relationships. A perfect novel to get you back into reading in 2024.

Uncanny

by Danny Robins Fancy a spookier read for 2024? For people who want to dabble in horror then this is the book! Uncanny tells real life paranormal stories and looks at them from the eye of sceptics and believers. It is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. You’ll need to sleep with the lights on after this one…

Brighten up your February with a discounted candle Wax Lane— a Haxby-based candle and home fragrance brand — are offering Your Local Link readers a huge 15% discount on their first orders.

After receiving a candle-making set as an escape from the abject boredom of the 2020 lockdown, Haxby resident Michelle uncovered an incredible hidden talent in the crafting of candles and wax melts.

Michelle gifted the first few wax melt prototypes to close friends and family members, receiving such positive feedback that she decided to take a chance and launch her independent brand. Now four years later, Wax Lane has flourished — Michelle attends monthly Artisan Markets while her products are stocked in independent gift shops and beauty salons up and down the country.

She says that what makes Wax Lane stand out is that “I source only the finest ingredients and materials to be used in the creation of our products.

This includes sustainable vegetable wax, as well as rich, luxurious fragrance oils. Each item within our interior fragrance collection has been expertly curated and is subject to a rigorous testing process before it is made available for purchase.”

You can purchase products at www. wax-lane.com and receive 15% off your first order with discount code 'Link15'.

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Archbishop of York calls for Free School Meal support Stephen Cottrell, The Archbishop of York has called for residents and businesses to support a city council appeal to raise money to provide universal free school meals for all children in York’s primary schools. He has described it as “one way in which we can make a significant difference.”

During a 12-month pilot phase beginning in January 2024, the council aim to provide free school meals to all pupils at Westfield Primary School in Acomb.

The York Hungry Minds Appeal is part of the council’s wider target to

transform York into an antipoverty city, they say that ensuring that every child is able to eat well supports their ability to learn and so reduces health inequalities between disadvantaged children and their peers.

You can listen to the archbishop’s full message at www.tworidingscf.org.uk/ appeal/york-hungry-minds/.

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Can you help us to find a loving home for these two brilliant characters?

Jimmy Chew, Male, 2 yrs Expensive? Fabulous? Well of course darling! Jimmy Chew doesn't do things by halves, and he expects his new owners to get on board with his way of thinking, after all, life is for enjoying! He is a young strapping boy and in his prime of life, with lots of energy and zest for life! Think big kitten? Although this was not a good match for his previous owners, he was stressed out a little by the youngest member of the family.

He’ll discover his best self in an adult-only home with humans. With plenty of nice places to bomb around in, green space out back with all the extra trimmings, a fine home, and good people around, he’ll be the happiest cat, and a companion for life! Contact York Cats Protection Adoption Centre via www.cats.org. uk/york Hedgehog, Male, 14 months Hedgehog is a sweet but shy boy who came to the centre via an inspector. Once he knows you, he is a super friendly lad who can bring a smile to your face in an instant. He has missed out on so much as a youngster so lacks in confidence in new and different places, he is eager to learn however and soon builds bonds with his people whom he relies on to keep him safe. Hedgehog has so much love and life to offer his new family, he is loyal, loving, and kind, so will make a fantastic addition to the family. Contact York RSPCA via www.rspca-yorkhome.org.uk

Public help sought to solve a historical mystery...

With the right amount of help, York Archaeology Community believe that 2024 will be the year that they finally track down the location of a missing 13th century church.

St Peter-in-the-Willows is believed to have stood at a site near the former Willow Green care home — just inside Walmgate Bar— for 300 years, until its demolition in 1549. However, there is no record of its exact location. It is expected that uncovering the full layout of the churchyard, and the location of medieval buildings and yards around it, could reveal countless untold details about York’s medieval history.

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Engagement Officer Arran Johnson has asked for locals to join in community archaeology sessions.

He says, “We have more opportunities for local people to get involved – whether through research, the washing of finds, or even helping us dig a series of small trenches to see what we can find.”

If the scheme receives a positive response from residents, it will take place over the spring and summer, before the trenches are filled and turf is re-laid in the autumn.

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21 JANUARY THE CRESCENT RECORD FAIR, The Crescent Community Venue, YO10 1AW. 10am–3pm. A small fair with a great selection of records of many genres. Includes lots of collectable and rare LPS, 45s and loads of bargains! Call 07896713988 for more information.

27-28 JANUARY YORK RESIDENTS' FESTIVAL, Various Locations in York. The festival will see many of York's top attractions — from Beningbrough Hall to The Hole in Wand and everything in-between — open their doors to residents, many of which are completely free! For more information and a full list of attractions head to visityork.org 28 JANUARY JAZZ NIGHT, Pearly Cow, 6:30pm9:30pm. Enjoy a night of Jazz classics from the Karl Mullen Jazz Trio. Hear the likes of Dave Brubeck, Oscar Peterson, Nina Simone and songs from the Great American Songbook. The full dinner menu will be available to enjoy throughout the evening. To book or to find out more information visit pearlycow. co.uk.

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3 FEBRUARY LET’S GET CREATIVE: A PLAYFUL DRAWING WORKSHOP, York Art Gallery, 11am-3pm. Join artist Ellie Robinson for a creative, fun and relaxed environment and explore the art of drawing. Each session will have its own playful theme that is accessible to everyone. To find out more information visit www. yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk/whatson.

3-4 FEBRUARY YORK ICE TRAIL, York City Centre, from 10am. Explore York and let your creativity run wild discovering magical, fictional, and spectacular masterpieces which turn York into The City of Dreams at this year's Ice Trail. Expect to see live ice carving, interactive experiences, and a chance to win some great prizes! For more information, please visit https://www.visityork.org/yorkice-trail.

6 FEBRUARY HAXBY AND WIGGINTON W.I MEETING, Wigginton Recreational Hall, 7:30pm. All visitors and newcomers are welcome to come along and enjoy the raffle and refreshments. The evening will have

a talk By Lorraine Taylor about the new Haxby Library, to be followed by a Beetle Drive. £4 admission on the night.

7 APRIL CRAYKE OPEN GARDENS & VILLAGE, Crayke, York, YO61 4TZ. 11am-5pm. To coincide with the blooming of thousands of daffodils on the Village Green, the village of Crayke are holding a one-day event to showcase the outstanding natural beauty of the area. This will include all-day refreshments, a historical exhibition, a tombola, and a children’s Treasure Hunt.

Wildflower seeds, seed bombs, and wildflower plants will also be available to purchase. Head to craykepc.org.uk for more information.

7 FEBRUARY THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW, York Barbican, 8pm. Back in the UK with an even bigger and better show, the Classic Rock Show returns. This is a night not to be missed for the avid Classic Rock fans. To book or to find out more information, please visit www.yorkbarbican.co.uk.

10 & 18 FEBRUARY DARK SKIES: NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY, Castle Howard,

Find more on our website yourlocallink.co.uk from 7pm. Learn how to photograph the night sky with local photographer Steven Bell. This instructional workshop will allow you to experience the gardens under the night sky, while learning how to shoot stunning night-time images. The workshop begins at 7pm and includes tea or coffee.

Suitable for all photographers. To book, visit www.castlehoward.co.uk.

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11 FEBRUARY PARRY, MENDELSSOHN AND ELGAR, York Guildhall Orchestra, York Barbican, Paragon Street, 3pm. Sarah Winn, Henry Strutt and Samuel Snowden bring Parry’s Blest Pair of Sirens, Elgar’s Variations on an Original Theme (Enigma), and Mendelssohn’s Die erste Walpurgisnacht to life. Tickets start at £18.50.

11 FEBRUARY YORK BRASS AGAINST CANCER, Grand Opera House, from 2:30pm.

Get ready for an afternoon of spectacular music. Featuring the UK’s finest brass bands with performances from Grimethorpe Colliery Band and Shepherd Group Brass Band. To book or to find out more. Visit www.yorkagainstcancer. org.uk/events.

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16 FEBRUARY STEVE CASSIDY BAND, Haxby Sports and Social Club, 8pm. Free entry. For an evening of great music, join the Steve Cassidy Band for a wonderful mix of country, ballads, and rock music. Call 07885 920 324 for more information.

11-19 FEBRUARY STORYTELLING, National Railway Museum, 11am-2:30pm. Join the explainers for an interactive story about Max and the Mouse.

Search for a different way to pawer their city. Story sessions are approximately 20 minutes long and involve some audience participation. To find out more, please visit www.railwaymuseum. org.uk/whats-on.

12-18 FEBRUARY JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL, Various Locations, York. Get ready for seven days of living history, hands-on fun, craft workshops and many other favourite family friendly activities including the Viking Games, Berserker Boot Camp, Family Crafting and more. To find out more information visit jorvikvikingfestival. co.uk/whats-on.

15 FEBRUARY DARK SKIES EXPERIENCE, Sutton Bank National Park Centre, 6:45pm-9:45pm. All eyes on the skies at Sutton Bank National Park Centre. See the night sky through a different view using the state-ofthe-art telescopes and learn things you didn’t know about the cosmos.

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16-18 FEBRUARY JURASSIC LIVE WORLD TOUR, York Barbican, 11am-3pm. The Dinosaurs are back in York! A fun and informative family production that takes you back in time to the prehistoric age. Watch as you witness dinosaurs and birds live on stage, with plenty of mesmerising special effects. For more information or to book your tickets, visit www.yorkbarbican.co.uk 22 FEBRUARY AN EVENING WITH HARRY REDKNAPP, York Barbican, 8pm.

English former footballer Harry Redknapp who had a long career in football management, managing the likes of Spurs, Southampton, Bournemouth, and West Ham is coming to York Barbican to tell stories of his career in the setting of an entertaining talk show.

One not to be missed for football fans! To book, or to find out more information, please visit www. yorkbarbican.co.uk.

30 MARCH YORK CLUBBERS REUNION, York Barbican. 7:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a festival of musical nostalgia headlined by famous DJ Sammy himself. Expect Lazers, Co2, Fire, Dancers & much more in this decade long musical Journey from 1995 - 2005! Head to www. yorkbarbican.co.uk to book.

REGULAR EVENTS EVERY FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. STRICTLY FUN DANCING! Acomb Methodist Church Hall, 2.15pm4.30pm, enjoy an afternoon of barn/ceilidh-style social dancing.

Admission is £3. For more information call Phil on 01904 783029.

EVERY THURS YORK CAMERA CLUB, Dringhouses/ online 7:30-9pm. Anyone with a genuine enthusiasm for taking photos are welcome to sign up, whether you’re a beginner or a professional. The meetings are a supportive environment for photographers to meet, collaborate and learn from each other, often consisting of a mixture of exhibitions and photographic talks from established professional photographers. Contact secretary@ yorkcameraclub.co.uk if you’re interested.

ATTRACTIONS DARK TALES OF YORK, Book a private tour to explore the narrow streets and alleyways of York and learn about the rich and haunting history that the city has amassed over hundreds and thousands of years. Call 07530 378176 or visit www.darktalesofyork.com.

CITY WALLS EXPERIENCE, Micklegate Bar. Visit one of the historic gateways into the city and discover 2,000-year stories involving battle, imprisonment,

and near destruction. This new attraction is open until October.

Visit yorkcitywalls.com.

JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the worldfamous ride experience with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Viking Age. Get up close to the ancient artefacts and interact with their friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk.

THE HOLE IN WAND, Coppergate Shopping Centre, York. Visit the world’s most magical golf course and enjoy a Wizarding adventure.

This unique nine hole course is one for the Wizard fans! There is even a Wizard Tavern to relax in after your victory. To find out more or to book, visit www.theholeinwand.com/york.

THE POTIONS CAULDRON, 93/4 Shambles, York. Visit the magical apothecary at 93/4 Shambles and enter the world of magic.

Enjoy the spellbinding potion making experience or indulge yourself in an array of magical gifts and souvenirs. Visit www. thepotionscauldron.com to find out more information.

WIZARD WALK OF YORK, Shambles, York. Explore the enchanting historical city on your mission to locate magical creatures. Ideal for children aged between five and ten years old, there are several evening days available; reserve your spot online at www.wizardwalkofyork. com.

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7-17 FEBRUARY DISNEY’S LITTLE MERMAID Dive into a mesmerising underwater world with 'The Little Mermaid' at York Theatre Royal. Experience an enchanting tale of love, sacrifice, and discovery as the beloved classic comes to life on stage. With captivating performances, magical storytelling, and unforgettable songs like “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World” this production promises an unforgettable journey for all ages.

23-24 FEBRUARY CAN BEARS SKI? Can Bears Ski? is based on the heart-warming book by awardwinning poet, Raymond Antrobus, who draws on his own experience as a deaf child in a very hearing world. Join Little Bear and Dad Bear on their journey to discover the many ways to communicate love. Little Bear may not hear Dad Bear calling, but he can hear the floor vibrate with each heavy step. When laughter fills the air at school, Little Bear might miss the joke, but feels the crunch of snow underfoot on frozen pavements.

Together, they uncover the diverse

avenues through which love and understanding can be shared, learning to navigate their place in the world.

27 FEBRUARY- 9 MARCH BLUE BEARD Blue Beard the Magician seems to have an innate ability to makes hearts flutter and pupils dilate.

With a wink, a stroke and a flick – things just seem to vanish. He meets his match however, when his young bride discovers a dark and murderous secret. She summons all her rage, all her smarts, and all her sisters to bring the curtain down on his tyrannous reign.

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16 FEBRUARY RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW A night of fun and foolish improv comedy for all the family. It’s completely audience-led and the show does exactly as it says on the tin, they make it up as they go along; turning your ideas into chaotic and brilliant comedy. The show will be running one Friday every month meaning even if you did attend previously, you can come again for a completely different show.

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30 JANUARY-3 FEBRUARY THE WOMAN IN BLACK This London West End production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story returns to restore the Grand Opera House to an atmosphere of illusion and horror. Arthur Kipps battles his obsession with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family…

31 JANUARY-3 FEBRUARY YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Legendary American comedian Mel Brooks brings his hilarious take on the terrifying tale. It follows the grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Dr. Frederick Frankenstein after he inherits a castle in Transylvania.

Will he be capable of fulfilling his grandfather’s legacy and bringing a corpse back to life? Brooks has brilliantly transformed the gothic story into a hilarious musical comedy, with Transylvanian sing-along hits such as ‘The Transylvania Mania’ and ‘There is Nothing Like a Brain’ — all in time for Halloween 2023.

To book, call 0333 009 6690, or visit atgtickets.com.

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

6-10 FEBRUARY CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL The Calendar Girls are back with more joy, more songs, more laughter and bigger iced buns!

A poignant musical about the true story of a Yorkshire Women’s Institute that set about creating a nude calendar to raise money for charity. With songs written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth this is a show not to be missed!

20-24 FEBRUARY PRETTY WOMAN - THE MUSICAL Let yourself be swept away by Vivian and Edward's romantic story in this dazzling theatrical take. With a blazing rock score from Grammy winners Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, you'll get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way.

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22-24 FEBRUARY INTO THE WOODS Experience the enchantment of Stephen Sondheim's music and James Lapine's tale in this mesmerising show from the Central Hall Music Society. Join the Baker and his Wife as they navigate an intertwined fairy-tale. Discover a world where wishes unfold with unforeseen twists.

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12-18 FEBRUARY SHEFFIELD MENCAP & GATEWAY TAKES OVER THE VIKING FESTIVAL! DIG: An Archaeological Adventure Lunch Area, 10AM-3PM 12-18 FEBRUARY ARENA St Sampsons Square, 10am-4pm 12-18 FEBRUARY BERSERKER BOOT CAMP Guildhall, Times vary, between 11am-4pm 12-18 FEBRUARY STAGING THE VIKINGS Barley Hall, 10am-3pm 12-18 FEBRUARY FAMILY CRAFTING Guildhall, 10:30am-4:30pm 12-18 FEBRUARY VIKING ENCAMPMENT Parliament Street/ St Sampson's Square, 10:30AM-4:30pm 12 FEBRUARY POO DAY DIG: An Archaeological Adventure, 11am-3pm 12-18 FEBRUARY SOUNDMARKS DIG: An Archaeological Adventure, 10am-3pm

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12 FEBRUARY NALEBINDING Barley Hall School Room, 2pm-5pm 12 FEBRUARY TABLET WEAVING Barley Hall School Room, 10am1pm 13 FEBRUARY TRICHINOPOLY Barley Hall School Room, 10am1pm 13 FEBRUARY BEOWULF AND BEER: WRATH OF GODS Barley Hall Coffee Shop, 7pm8:30pm 13 FEBRUARY LOKI: A BAD GOD’S GUIDE WITH LOUIE STOWELL York Explore Library and Archive, 1:30pm-2:30pm 13 FEBRUARY TABLET WEAVING Barley Hall School Room, 2pm-5pm 14 FEBRUARY TRICHINOPOLY Barley Hall School Room, 2pm-5pm 14 FEBRUARY NALEBINDING Barley Hall School Room, 10am-1pm

14 FEBRUARY VIKING BANQUET: LOVE AND BLUNDER Merchant Adventurers Hall, 7pm11pm 15 FEBRUARY MEAD TASTING WITH THE AWARD-WINNING LANCASHIRE MEAD COMPANY Barley Hall, 7pm-10pm 15 FEBRUARY HELEN THIRZA ADDYMAN LECTURE Virtual/Online, 7pm-8:30pm 15 FEBRUARY HELEN THIRZA ADDYMAN LECTURE JORVIK Viking Centre, 7pm-8:30pm 16-18 FEBRUARY 10TH CENTURY TRADERS MARKET Merchant Adventurers Hall, 10am4:30pm 16 FEBURARY THAT JORVIK THING PODCAST PRESENTS: WHAT THE HEL IS THAT? Brew York, 7pm-9pm 17 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL FINALE: THE REALMS OF YGGDRASIL Eye of York, 7pm-8pm

17 FEBRUARY MARCH TO COPPERGATE Deans Park (Behind York Minster), St Helen’s Square, Parliament Street, Coppergate 1:30pm-2pm 17 FEBRUARY THE VIKING GAMES The Eye of York, 1:30pm-2:30pm 18 FEBRUARY RICHARD HALL SYMPOSIUM PRESENTS: FEDIR ANDROSHCHUK Online, 2pm-3pm 18 FEBRUARY BEST DRESSED (FEATURING THE BEST BEARD COMPETITION) Parliament Street, 12:30pm-1:15pm 18 FEBRUARY STAGECOACH PRESENTS St Sampson’s Square, 2pm-2:30pm

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The Vikings are back in York!

JORVIK Viking Festival is York’s annual celebration of all things Norse.

For seven days in York City Centre, you can discover saga-telling and combat displays, join in crafting fun and witness the might of the Vikings. There’s something for the whole family to discover throughout the Festival, but one thing is guaranteed… plenty of Vikings!

To book tickets and see the full events programme, go to jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk

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MEMORIES OF MARRAKECH In December 2023 we headed out to Marrakech for a short break. We wanted to see how the city had recovered from the devastating earthquake that hit some areas in the city as well as the Atlas Mountain villages, just three months earlier.

Incredibly we took a flight from Manchester direct to Marrakech (taking just over 3 hours!). On arrival we had unexpected heavy rain and by the time we landed it was so dark that, as we headed into the medina of Marrakech in our private transfer, not much could be seen.

Our driver took us straight to the door of our riad — a traditional Moroccan house with an indoor garden and courtyard— which made for a quiet escape from the busy street outside. We were greeted by the owner who welcomed us with a warm bowl of homemade soup before sitting down and talking us through recommendations for the next few days of our visit.

The following morning, we awoke to silence and headed down for a breakfast of eggs, pastries, and

fresh fruit. Before long it was time to leave the tranquillity of our riad to go exploring. We opened the main door and stepped straight into the hustle and bustle, the noise of the market traders, children playing, and scooters cutting through the streets. We were guided by locals to stand to the right of the street — there are no traffic lights or signs but there is a local understanding of where to walk/ drive — despite the sheer number of people, we didn’t observe any bumps!

We headed for the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa market square. Daytime is certainly a quieter time of day to explore. We wandered the stalls packed with fresh fruit, street food, ceramics, and spices; before heading up to the rooftop terraces where we enjoyed traditional mint tea and fresh fruit juices. It makes for the perfect spot to look out and observe daily life. We spent an afternoon visiting the Secret Garden, despite its location in the middle of the medina, once you enter the garden it is so peaceful— a world away from the chaos that

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Even in December, daytime temperatures are a comfortable 20 degrees.

After sunset, we headed out for dinner at a restaurant that specializes in local cuisine (on the recommendation of the riad owner). After a delicious meal, we returned to Jemaa el-Fnaa square where we couldn’t help but take a moment — wow, so many people as the smells of spices, the noise of music, and street artists filled the space.

Throughout our trip we took a morning visit to the Madrasa Ben Youssef, built in the 14th century, this madrasa was once the largest Islamic school in North Africa and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We then took an afternoon excursion into the Agafay desert for sunset, an evening of local music & dancing where we were served a traditional three-course Moroccan meal. Our final day was spent with a lovely lady, Chef Laila— known locally as Moroccan Mum. When we went to a market to purchase fresh produce, from spices and herbs to

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