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HALLOWEEN AT YORK’S OLATE STORY

October 2021

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COVER STORY Spooky season has officially hit York’s SHOCKOLATE Story. There’s a Halloween Family Masterclass where kids can make spooky chocolate treats and Trick or Treat Treks throughout October.

What’s Online Our home on the internet, www.yourlocallink.co.uk, is jam-packed with York events, stories you won’t find in the magazine, expanded horoscopes and free printable walks from our Walking Wanderer.

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Chilly mornings, hearty food and snuggly jackets. This month, the roadmap to Christmas rolls out before our eyes. It goes Halloween, Bonfire Night, CHRISTMAS. And to the annoyance of the team at Your Local Link, I’m already humming festive tunes. October is one of my favourite magazines to do. Everyone is on the same page. We all want comfort food and spooky recipes, cosy homes and something to look forward to. We’ve aimed to bring you just that in this month’s magazine. If you’ve got any spare time coming up, can I turn your attention to P.38 It’s our annual volunteering feature, and there’s plenty of worthy charities in York who are looking for help. We’ve all seen first-hand the vast and meaningful impact that volunteers can have after the past year, from delivering

food packages to rolling out vaccines - volunteers can and do change the world. I also wanted to take a moment to mention one of our longest-standing advertisers, Ernie Jefferey, who passed away last month. Ernie was born in 1950 and was a plasterer from being an apprentice. He was an advertiser with us from day one, and the whole team here would like to send our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Have a lovely month, Krystal & The YLL Team

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Some very high highs, especially around the 11th, 12th and 13th and some low lows kicking in around the 20th and 21st. The highs are higher than the lows are low, but you’re forgiven if you don’t see it in that light at the time. The highs should come in

the form of promises and commitments from loved ones, and evidence of romantic (or sexual) interest from one person in particular, and the lows are associated with the need to make a decision that you do not want to make, or indeed, feel ready to make.

Even if this is a critical ‘Peter or Paul’ scenario, you can play for time… but not much time… hours or days, but not days or weeks! Job and career aspects may provide a welcome distraction, especially if this turns out to be a busy and productive

month… Important conversations/ meetings around the 16th and again on the 23rd and/or 24th may be useful, but as far as your personal life is concerned, those distractions could be a bit dangerous. Keep your eye on two balls, both of which are bouncing!

ARIES 21

TAURUS 20

Gemini 21

Cancer 21

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Quite a bright and cheerful month! You’ll get a nice feeling of satisfaction when you review recently made decisions, and realise that they have been the right ones. Quiet feelings of confidence and satisfaction come when you check bank balances and some easy-going feelings of security where close relationships are concerned. Yes, some issues still need sorting, but they can wait.

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It is an easier month than some you have known this year. You get a clearer idea of where you’re going and what your priorities should be, and there is lots of support from lovers and partners. If September was an expensive month, October gives you chance to balance the books back into the black, and a long term project now starts bringing some fiscal reward.

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A relatively calm and peaceful month with no great highs or lows, which gives you chance to get your head off the chopping block, to back away from other peoples’ problems, and enjoy a lot more “Me” time. Social aspects are warm and welcome – but they are controlled by your own initiatives and timetables. You meet who you want to meet, when and where you want to meet them… not the other way round!

JUN - 22ND JUL

Cancerian parents are likely to be in conflict with their children, and regardless of the child’s age, this is when you might start reaping what you have sown. Unencumbered members of the sign make headway in jobs and careers, and light-hearted romantic liaisons should be nice… But this is not the time to get into anything heavy or complicated.

JUL - 22ND AUG

A fairly good month for all practical matters and for catching up on work projects and ambitions that got put on hold earlier in the year. Social aspects are sufficiently bright to guarantee you a few good nights out, and this will be a good month for networking and for meeting new people. Sadly, it is not a good month for establishing deep meaningful emotional relationships, and I would strike this item off your agenda for the time being.

VIRGO 23

AUG - 22ND SEPT

Potentially one of the busiest and most productive months of the year so far, and although there may be some delays and setbacks, these are very minor when compared with your achievements. If there is some extra money rolling in (which there will be) keep a track of where it’s coming from, and make sure it goes out again (and on time) to the right people.

SCORPIO 23

OCT - 21ST NOV

Emotions and desires (secret or otherwise) run deep throughout October, especially towards the very end of the month… the 28th, 29th, 30th and 31st … when several issues come to a head. This is a time of endings and beginnings, a time of walking away from anything old, obsolete and redundant so that new pathways and directions can be seen more clearly. NOV SAGITTARIUS 22 - 21 DEC ND

During the next few weeks, there will be a meeting/reunion with someone who once played a major role in your life and

represents a link with your past. There is some fragility in this situation, and you might need to keep a cool and objective head on your shoulders, not overreacting to the emotions of the moment and always remembering you can never turn back the clock.

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LEO 23

CAPRICORN -2219 DEC JAN ND

A rather gentle month, compared with some you have known this year. You will feel in control where work and job situations are concerned and will be pleased when it becomes apparent that your views and advice are being listened to – not just professionally, but in your emotional life as well. Not a lot of spare cash floating about, but despite this, your fiscal confidence should be quite high. JAN AQUARIUS 20 - 18 FEB TH

While not being the most secretive signs of the Zodiac, Aquarians are somewhat inclined to keep their innermost thoughts and feelings to themselves… which as far as you’re concerned, is a very bad idea at this point in time! Far better that you open up, let other people know exactly how you feel, giving them the chance to offer more support and understanding.

PISCES 19

FEB - 20TH MAR

If I describe October as being an “uneventful” month, I think you should accept this as good news! Heat is removed from arguments, awkward decisions are put on hold, divided loyalties are resolved (though not without some compromise) – all of which creates a degree of breathing space and provides an opportunity for you to reexamine your own needs and priorities.

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1 Starting from the west side of the river at the end of Butcher Terrace, cross the Millennium Bridge. On the other side, fork half right across the grass on a beaten path to the tarmac cycle track. Turn right and ignore all ways off until a left bend, after which go right, passing a metal barrier with a wall to the left. Continue to join a road passing the original St Oswald’s Church (now a dwelling).

and cemetery to the left. Where the tarmac ends, keep ahead on a gravelled track (Forest Lane) then go over the bridge crossing the A64. At a farm keep the buildings on the left going ahead (not right towards A19). Eventually, reach a tarmac drive at which turn right towards the A19.

3 Turn right crossing at a traffic island but before reaching traffic lights turn left into Fordlands Road. Almost immediately, cross another road and continue ahead with a recreation field to the right

Refreshments At Bishopthorpe, both But First Café on Main Street and the Riverside Rest Café are en route. There are also several pubs on Main Street. At Naburn, both the Waterfront restaurant at the Marina and the Blacksmiths Arms in the village are just off-route.

4 At the A19, cross with care and turn left along the grass verge. Almost at the traffic lights, there’s a ten-metre stretch of overgrown verge. Either forge through to reach a clearer area or cross back over the road and continue on the pavement opposite to re-cross road again at a traffic island. Continue on a roadside footway beside A19 with a wall to the right. Where the wall ends, turn right (Howden Lane).

2 At the end of the churchyard, go over a road and head down a gravel track opposite. In about 100 metres, where the track bends sharp right, go left on a narrow path through vegetation with trees/ gardens to left. Continue on this potentially muddy path, ignoring a way off left at a metal gate. At 5 Continue down this quiet lane. After about a another gatekeep ahead (right) on a path which soon has a wall to the left. At a T junction, go left mile, the road bends left before passing under an between fences then walk through a parking area to old railway bridge. About 15 metres beyond the the main (A19) road. bridge take a path right leading up to a cycle track. 6 Go left along the track soon crossing over a road (leave the cycle track here to visit Naburn and its refreshment facilities) and then the Ouse via the large metal bridge. About 100 metres beyond the

What to see There’s plenty of variety on this route: marshy areas beside the river, tree-lined tracks, a quiet country lane, a cycle track, the fisherman statue on Naburn bridge, the Ouse with its boat traffic, Bishopthorpe Palace and the Millennium Bridge. river bridge go half right downslope but at the bottom double back right on a concrete slab path.

7 At metal gates go left on earth path to emerge beside the river. Now continue on the riverside path which soon passes numerous boat moorings. Ignore tracks off to the left eventually arriving at a camping area. As the track swings away from the river beyond a large building, keep right on a narrow riverside path with railings to left. Follow railings away from the river to reach a road leading to the end of

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9 At the river go left, soon passing under the A64 bridge. Beyond, continue beside the river, at first with trees on either side. After a stile, continue on a raised bank sweeping left with the river. After further stiles, ignore the tempting track across the field to the left to stay by the river until meeting a tarmac cycle track. Here, continue ahead beside the river on the tarmac to arrive back at the Millennium Bridge.

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8 Do not go down Main Street but bend right. Continue passing the entrance to Bishopthorpe Palace but several hundred metres beyond, opposite the end of a wall on left, take narrow earth footpath right between fences leading to the river.

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SHORT STORY Fly Me to the Zoom By Anne McLaren

Sian and Charlie move in together at the start of the U.K. coronavirus lockdown and soon get engaged. The wedding company Fly me to the Zoom, promise a virtual marriage, a virtual vicar and bridal couple icing-models in their own plastic box.

To Sian, Instagram is everything. She regularly applies heavy-duty lipstick to the borders of her lip-liner, generously drawn well beyond the limits of her small mouth. She spends hours perfecting her trout-pout. Sian orders Louboutin wedding shoes with red leather soles Charlie is annoyingly keeping his outfit secret. ‘It’s as if YOU are the bride,’ Sian squeaks wafting her hand in front of her face, like they do on Love Island at times of crisis. ‘Pre-marital nerves’ confides Charlie to his new best-mate, the postman, who happens to be Sian’s ex. ‘Was she always like this, micro-managing? The more she does it, the less I go along with it all.’ ‘Yes,’ laughs Liam, ‘She got rid of me when I started losing my hair.’ ‘Well I’m determined to choose my own outfit. Hopefully she’ll drop this stuff after the wedding.’ ‘Good luck with that,’ mutters Liam. Sian is as tense as a fizzing pressurecooker. The shoe delivery is delayed. They sleep in separate beds and cook separate meals. When Sian’s out running, Charlie tries on his outfit. A grey morning suit, mustard waistcoat, sky blue cravat and top hat. He’s always wanted to wear one and why

not on his wedding day? He’ll look like the icing models on the cake. Distracted, he doesn’t hear the courier arrive with Sian’s shoes. Soon, there’s a piercing scream from the back door. ‘Charlie, someone’s stolen my Louboutin shoes from the box!’ Charlie flies downstairs. Sian waves the box at him. ’Why didn’t you take them into the house you idiot? Why did you leave the box outside? You’re so bloody annoying. She catches sight of his outfit. ‘Oh my God! You’re NOT going to wear that garbage,’ she gasps, ‘Is this a wind-up?’ ‘This is my groom’s outfit Sian. You’ve been bossing me about ever since we moved in together and I need to make some decisions on my own. I’ve always fancied one of these.’ He pats the hat affectionately. Within ten minutes, Sian’s gone. ‘It’s all off Charlie,’ she sniffs, ‘Cancel Fly me to the Zoom. I’m going to Mum’s to phone the police. It’ll be an insurance job.’ Grabbing the shoe box she drives off. Liam walks down the driveway. ’Nice outfit,’ he says, ‘Especially the topper.’ Charlie stands in the doorway. ‘Fancy a beer mate,’ he says. ‘I need to celebrate’. They enjoy the fsst sound as he removes the bottle tops. Liam laughs, ‘Well, you know what they say, ‘Marriage? That’s not a word, it’s

a sentence!’ Lifting a pair of sparkling red soled shoes from his bag he adds, ‘I found these under the hedge. Are they yours?’

About the author Anne McLaren is a retired York General Practitioner. She wrote a book in 2015, with several other authors, about raising a child with a disability. It’s called ‘Uncut Cords.’ She is a member of the York writing group ‘the Wordsmiths’ who have performed readings at York Literature Festival.

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Tang Hall is celebrating its centenary this year, and to commemorate the occasion, Tang Hall Local History Group have released a series of postcards. A brief history After the First World War, York was becoming crowded, and a solution was needed. Land was purchased by the council from the church commissioners to build a new estate to the East of York, and later, the sale of the Starkey estate allowed the council to buy the land between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate. The building of Tang Hall started in 1920 with part of Fifth Avenue and

Carter Avenue. By 1926, the slums of Walmgate were in the process of being demolished, and nearly 1000 homes had been built. People rushed to rent the new houses being provided by the council. Can you help? The first people to move into the new estate were Charles Harrison and his wife, Jean. They moved into the property in Carter Avenue in April 1921. Carter Avenue is named after Alderman Carter, a butcher of the Shambles and

Lord Mayor of York during 1910 and 11. Tang Hall Local History Group would love to trace the descendants of Charles and Jean, so if you can help them, please get in touch! To purchase the postcards, visit

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Join Nadine from York St John University’s award-winning grounds team for a regular gardening session at Haxby Road Allotments. This autumn, the group will be planting winter crops such as purple sprouting broccoli and leeks and taking care of late summer pruning. This free allotment group is for people aged 50+ and runs on Wednesdays from 10-11am. To join the group or find out more information, call 01904 876200.

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After a spate of recent defeats, our resident sports writer and York City F. C. fan, Simon Pattinson, is finding his patience is wearing thin. It has been a slow start to the National League North season for York City. The pressure is on Steve Watson to succeed this year as the first three games ended in defeat for the Minstermen. It hasn’t been the start fans wanted to see after what was a successful pre-season. The optimism was soon wiped away from the fans’ minds after those defeats, and the frailties of the squad starting to show with a build up of injuries to key defensive players including Scott Barrow, Sean Newton, Josh King, Matty Brown and Michael Duckworth. With these injuries, there has been a worry (as mentioned in my last column) about the lack of defensive cover to cope with the pressure of injuries. While those worries did come true, the last two games have seen City’s first wins of the season, away at Spennymoor and their first win at the LNER Community Stadium against Farsley. It has shown an upturn in performance in the last two games, and the great thing is that we have also seen goals coming from our attacking players with Mark Beck, Kurt Willoughby and Clayton Donaldson all scoring goals. It’s been the biggest struggle

in seeing goals from attackers in the last few seasons and a gripe from fans who want to be entertained during games. While I’m sure that many would be happy to win 1-0 every week, it’s always been the worry that we have looked like conceding at times, and to have a cushion of goals is something we need, especially if games are to carry on this way. It certainly seems like we will be outscoring games to gain victory this year! The worrying start to the season has also seen the future of the club brought under further doubt from fans with the leadership once again being questioned. It’s not the first time this has happened in the last few years and given the position that we, as a club, are currently in, it is honestly no surprise. As I write this I’m sure the outcome of the Supporters Trust meeting vote will show the true reflection of how fans feel about the current regime. I’m sure this isn’t the first or last time that I will say this, but the club’s current position simply isn’t good enough and way below fans’ expectations, and anyone who calls themselves a York City fan and accepts that needs to take a long hard look at themselves. Whatever happens beyond this vote meeting, I hope to see more conversations with the chairman and strengthening of relations between fans and the club. It is quite obvious that, until this happens and an open dialogue is allowed to take place, both parties won’t see the club go forward in the way the fans want it to. We can but hope...

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A young snooker player is looking for sponsorship for the 2021/22 Snooker season. Liam Pullen from Wigginton started playing when he was just seven years old after his grandparents got him a mini table for Christmas. He began competing as soon as he was big enough to play on a full-size table at the age of ten. Fast forward to today, and 16-year-old Liam is one of four amateurs nominated to represent England in the U18 EBSA European Snooker Championship in Portugal. He’s also the highest-ranked under 18 in England based on Order of Merit. Of course, there are mammoth costs involved in competing like entry fees, travel, hotels and fuel, and sponsorship will be vital to getting Liam through the

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A new dedicated crystal and fossil shop has just opened up in York. Owner, David Sear, has been selling crystals and fossils in York for many years before opening up shop on George Hudson Street last month. The shop has had a positive response since its opening, with some products proving popular from the get-go: “Tumbled stones from around the world are always popular, but I have also sold some larger pieces like Amethyst geodes, Labradorite, Citrine, dinosaur teeth and large ammonites.” David is happy to go the extra mile to unite customers with the right product: “Some of my items are rare or unique, and if I don’t have it, I can probably source your favourite crystal, mineral or fossil.” There’s also more to the shop, and David, than first meets the eye: “I have a relaxing space to let for one to one meetings.

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If I was to ask you if you thought that paying over a thousand pounds for a kettle was a reasonable price, you might reply that it seems a bit on the steep side. The Yorkshiremen among you may reply along similar lines just with more swearing, but, essentially, the creation of the boiling tap means that regularly our clients are paying over a thousand pounds for boiling water. Why? Well, I thought long and hard about this and I think the answer just comes down to convenience. If you are a hard-working individual who is “doing alright for themselves” but are time poor then no longer having to wait four minutes for the kettle to boil might be a convenience you are willing to pay for. I must admit that since putting one in at home I am a convert and the “instant cuppa” is a real bonus when sorting out kids for the school run in the morning. So convenience costs money, and SMEG is clearly hoping that there are some home chefs out there who would like to save a lot of time with their

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I am the most impatient person in the world… I try not to be, but if I have my mind set on something, I want it doing there and then, and I don’t want to wait for it. The problem this brings is that sometimes I’ll end up settling for second best just to get something done and then have to spend some more money to get it done again to a quality I’m happy with. The same principle applies to anyone thinking about doing any kind of work in their home. Once you have made the decision to get some work done, and you have raised the funds to cover it, you naturally want the work done immediately. Most tradespeople have a waiting list and unless they have a legitimate cancellation, will not be able to undertake any work within a short timescale. It is then really tempting to look for somebody who can do it sooner, but my advice to you is to wait. On more than one occasion this year, we have been asked to look at a bathroom, produce a plan, and have an estimate accepted only to be told that our timescale for the project is not soon enough. We have walked away, only to be

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Poppleton Community Railway 2nd October from 10am-3pm. Shop a generous range of shrubs, herbs, herbaceous perennials and seasonal plants at Poppleton Community Railway’s Autumn Open Day. Browse the book and bric-a-brac stalls and

chat to the volunteers who run the last surviving railway nursery in the country. Railway enthusiasts will enjoy the railway and narrow gauge railway, and refreshments are available on the day.

You can still put turf down at this time of year. Rake soil and mix with good quality topsoil before laying and avoid walking on it when there’s frost.

Now is the time to lift any potatoes left in the garden and harvest apples and pears that haven’t already fallen.

Want to make sure that your pumpkin is the biggest and brightest of them all this season? There’s plenty of places to pick your own near York. Spilmans Pumpkin Festival, Church Farm, Sessay. 2nd- 3rd, 9th- 10th, 16th- 17th, 22nd-31st October 80,000 pumpkins have been grown for the picking this season. There’s also a a carving barn, corn cannon, pumpkin slingshot and tractor rides! Visit www.spilmans.co.uk to book. Piglets Pumpkin Festival, Piglets Adventure Farm, Towthorpe. 16th & 17th, 21st - 31st October Get a free homegrown pumpkin for every full-paying child as well as some spooky halloween fun. Book tickets online at pigletsadventurefarm.com.

Pumpkin Picking, Castle Howard. 9th - 31st October Pick your own pumpkin then head over to Skelf Island with the kids for some seasonal spooky fun. Visit castlehoward.co.uk.

Pumpkin Picking, Stockeld Park, Wetherby. 23rd-31st October There’s a free pumpkin for every child ticket as well as the chance to explore the Enchanted Forest and the Magical Maze. Visit stockeldpark.co.uk.

Pick Your Own Pumpkins 2021, Yorkshire Pumpkins, Lodge Farm, Cundall. 16th - 31st October Thousands of pumpkins to choose from and delicious refreshments for the whole family. Tickets are £1 and will be refunded from the price of your pumpkin. Visit www.yorkshirepumpkins.com for more information.

Pumpkin Patch, Yorkshire Lavender, Terrington. 23rd - 30th October There’s a free small pumpkin for every entry as well as access to the gardens, free parking and a children’s play area. Visit yorkshirelavender.com.

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HALLOWEEN AT CASTLE HOWARD, Help the Skelves this Halloween and protect Ray Wood from the Magical beasts threatening them with dragon fire, pixie damage and rampaging war horses! There’s interactive performances daily, selfguided trails and other activities e.g. broomstick making and PYO pumpkins: plenty of spooky choice for 4-11 year olds.Visit castlehoward.co.uk.

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YORK WILD FOOD WALK, Under Skeldergate Bridge, 10:30am. Learn how to forage safely and sustainably along the River Ouse. Suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Under 14s Free, Adults £14.99. Visit wildharvest.org // Until 3rd YORK FIFTYPLUS FESTIVAL 2021, Catch the end of this popular festival aimed at those aged 50 and over with plenty of in-person and online events, including tennis, meditation and talks, many of which are free. Visit www. yorkassembly.org.uk/50+festival/ for more information. // 3rd THE UK WEDDING EVENT, Malmaison, Rougier Street. Enjoy a glass of fizz, meet suppliers, plan your big day and grab a goody bag at this free wedding fair. Visit theukweddingevent.co.uk for more information. STEVE CASSIDY BAND & FRIENDS, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7.30pm. Steve and the band return to their favourite venue, bringing along special guests including Maisie Atkinson, Mick Hull, St. George’s School Choir and more. SLEEPER MARKET, Station Avenue to St. Andrew’s Church, Huntington Road. Pick up a treat at this local community market. There will be crafts, candles, bubbles, bakes and plenty more treats. Free parking at The Hogshead car park. // 8th - 31st HALLOWSCREAM, York Maze. Named the UK’s best Scream Park in 2018, Hallowscream is a combination of five scare houses inhabited by over 100 monsters, live stage shows, street theatre, sideshows plus a food court and bar. Tickets must be booked online, visit: yorkmazehallowscream.co.uk. // 10th LIAM O'MAONLAI GIG, Black Swan, Peasholme Green, 3 pm. A special afternoon of music featuring Liam O' Maonlai, the lead singer from Gaelic folk-rockers Hothouse Flowers. Visit wegottickets.com/event/515571.

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// 15th OPEN MIC NIGHT, York Theatre Royal. Join this relaxed event in partnership with York Mind, live music from Farenheit V, and open mic performances. Bar refreshments will be available to purchase. Free entry, just book in advance here: bit.ly/3Dv4dUt. //16th Oct - 12th Nov PEOPLE WE LOVE, York Minster. York citizens take centre stage in this piece of art. People We Love explores the invisible transaction between a person, a piece of art and that emotion which bonds us all. Love. Visit kma. co.uk. // 17th THE UK WEDDING EVENT, York Racecourse, 10:30am - 3pm. With over 100 exhibitors on hand offering brides and grooms an array of choices as they plan for their special day. Guests receive a free goody bag and glass of bubbly on arrival. To pre-book your ticket, visit theukweddingevent.co.uk. // 17th ASDA FOUNDATION YORKSHIRE MARATHON FESTIVAL, York University, 9:30 am. Charged with Yorkshire spirit, this 26mile run is now such a global draw that spectators come from across the world to be part of the experience. Visit www. runforall.com for more information. PREGNANCY HALF-DAY RETREAT, York Yoga Studio, Acomb Road, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Supporting self-care, nurturing, and deep relaxation during pregnancy. Suitable for pregnant women from 14 weeks right up to birth. For more information, visit bit.ly/3zBqFJc. // 21

REGIONAL VALUATION DAY, The Bar Convent, York, 11am3pm. A team of valuers from Tennants Auctioneers will be on hand to discuss your antiques, jewellery, watches and collectables and give you a free auction estimate for items you wish to sell. Email harrogate@tennants-ltd. co.uk or call 01423 531661 for more information. // 21 -23 & 28 Oct - 31 Nov st

YORKTOBERFEST, York Racecourse. Following the traditions of the first Oktoberfest in Munich in 1810,

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

HALLOWEEN FAMILY MASTERCLASS, York’s Chocolate Story. Join a real life chocolatier for some hands on Halloween fun and learn how to make gory chocolate treats, including red caramel mice using spooky cocoa butter transfers. This experience lasts 90 minutes and includes blind trick or treat tasting and a signature hot chocolate each for you all to enjoy. Ideal for children aged 6-14 (and their grown-ups). Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com.

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LITTLE YORK GHOST HUNT, York City Centre, 6 - 8 pm. Each night, 100 numbered Little Ghosts will be lurking on ledges and hiding in crevices around the city, pick up a Ghost Week map from York Ghost Merchants to find them all. // 25th - 31st HALLOWEEN WIZARD SCHOOL ADVENTURE, Secret location. This two-hour interactive experience includes mystical quests, potion lessons, and a table at the themed interactive pop-up cafe. Hosted by A Very Magical Adventure, tickets start from £8.95 per child and £12.95 per adult. Visit www. averymagicaladventure.co.uk. // 26th - 31st HALLOWTWEEN, York Maze. Hallowtween takes place within the grounds of the legendary former Dunnington Lodge, at York Maze, one of the most haunted sites in the whole

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of Yorkshire. Visitors will need to keep their wits about them as they experience all the shocks and thrills of Corny’s Cornevil, Barnaggedon 3D, The Singularity and The Flesh Pot. This spooky event is great for kids aged 10+ and grownups who are of a more nervous disposition. Visit hallowtween. co.uk // 28th PUMPKIN CARVING, Bedern Hall. Take part in this family pumpkin carving workshop in the medieval hall. There’s soup and hotdogs for everyone, plus mulled cider and apple juice. A lovely spooky evening if we do say so ourselves. Visit bedernhall.co.uk. // 28th - 29th THE BIG FRESHERS HALLOWEEN NIGHTMARE, In York's secret location, prepare to be part of the Halloween nightmare experience with a savage new show full of crazy characters, horrifying stage shows, and breathtaking action set to an epic soundtrack. Scary dress-up is strongly encouraged! The tickets are £14.99. Visit bit.ly/2Y9YeUF. // 29th PUMPKIN CARVING & COCKTAILS, Plush Cafe, Stonegate. 7pm-8:30pm. An adult-only pumpkin carving with cake and cocktails, tickets are £15.50 and include cake, cocktail, pumpkin, and tools. Visit bit.ly/3jxbECo. // 29th-30th YORK CARD EXPO 2021, York Racecourse. Sat 11am - 6:30pm, Sun

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// 6th Nov WE ARE CWGC, Online. An introduction to the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Book free tickets via www. yorkarmymuseum.co.uk // 13th Nov SHAPING OUR SORROW, Online. Discover the difficulties faced by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission in its early days at this free online course. Book tickets via www.yorkarmymuseum.co.uk // 20th Nov A CENTURY OF CARE, Online. A closer look at the architectural and horticultural aspects under the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Book free tickets via www. yorkarmymuseum.co.uk

EVERY DAY CASTLE HOWARD. Marvel at the palace which took over 100 years to complete, wander through the manicured gardens, play at Skelf Island, and take souvenirs home with you from The Farm Shop and Garden Centre. Visit castlehoward.co.uk. CITY CRUISES YORK, York’s favourite water-based attraction

JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Reopens on 17th May. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate where your little ones can experience a real hands-on archaeological adventure! Visit www. digyork.com for more information. WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at the west entrance to York Minster, 11 am and 3 pm (also 1 pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www. whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679. YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in the peaceful countryside, enjoy a game of crazy golf, sharpen your skills on the driving range, kick your way through footgolf or take on the nine-hole golf course. Visit yorkgolfrange.com. YORK LEISURE CENTRE, York Leisure Centre at the York Stadium Leisure Complex at Monks Cross has a great range of activities guaranteed to turn up the fun. From the junior gym, swimming, racquet sports, and clip ‘n climb, the whole family will enjoy the range of fun and affordable activities. Visit better.org.uk/york-lc.

YORK’S CHOCOLATE STORY, Kings Square. Learn all about how chocolate is made, from bean to bar, before finding out about the history of York’s most famous brand in the KitKat exhibition. Of course, guests get to try tasty samples along the way, too. YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM. Elvington. Did you know that the first-ever aeroplane was invented in Yorkshire? Explore aircraft from throughout history as well as archive material and documentation and learn all about the world of aviation. Visitors can also enjoy a stroll on the Nature of Flight walk or take a moment to reflect in the Remembrance Garden. Visit yorkshireairmuseum.org. YORK MANSION HOUSE, Book in to visit York’s most exclusive address. The heart of Georgian elegance, and the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York for almost 300 years, this remarkable house is open now for you to discover. Across four floors, walk in the footsteps of Lord Mayors and some of the most infamous figures in York’s history, discovering grand State Rooms, vast kitchens, and hidden passages. Visit www.mansionhouseyork.com for more information.

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

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW // 5-9 October Ichabod Crane heads to Sleepy Hollow to become the town teacher. He soon finds himself swept up in a dangerous mystery in an eerie world of secrets and unsettling tradition. Coronation Street actors Wendi Peters and Bill Ward star in this thrilling adaptation. BEING MR WICKHAM // 14-16 October Pride and Prejudice’s most roguish gentlemen, George Wickham, is ready to set the record straight on the eve of his sixtieth birthday. Join Adrian Lukis, who starred in the renowned BBC adaptation from 1995, as he returns to the role once more.

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

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WIFE ON EARTH / WHO HERE’S LOST? // 22 October

A chance to see two offbeat comedy originals in their current hour-long shows. WIFE ON EARTH. Fantasist-housewife Celia and friends take their Cosmic Shambles Network Podcast on the road. WHO HERE’S LOST? A melancholy artist and a mute architect take a road trip of the soul. But what are they really looking for, and isn’t everyone always a little lost? MACBETH // 26-30 October

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

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Hawksbill Caribbean Spiced Rum

1. 350g plain flour 2. 175g salted butter, cubed 3. 4 tbsp cold water 4. 350g sausage meat 5. 150g pumpkin purée 6. 1 tsp dried sage 7. ½ tsp salt 8. 1 egg 9. 18 edible eyes

Equipment 1. Mixing bowl 2. Lined baking tray 3. Rolling pin 4. Spoon 5. Fork 6. Knife

Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan). 2. In the large mixing bowl, combine the flour and butter by rubbing it together between your fingertips, until a crumb consistency is achieved. Add the water and bring together with your hands to form a pastry dough. Wrap the dough in cling film and pop in the freezer to rest while you make the filling.

3. Wash up the mixing bowl then use it to combine the sausage meat, pumpkin purée, sage and salt. Set to one side. 4. Take the dough out of the freezer

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

5. Place 9 of the pastry rectangles onto the tray and spoon the sausage filling into the centre of each one leaving an index finger width border around every edge. 6. Beat the egg, then use your finger to egg wash the edges of each pie. 7. Cut the remaining 3 rectangles into 1 cm strips and lay them over the filling of each pie, using the egg washed edges to stick them. Trim if necessary.

70cl | £23 from Spirit of Harrogate, Amazon, Master of Malt and www. hawksbillrum.co.uk. Hawksbill Caribbean Spiced Rum by Intercontinental Brands (ICB), based in Harrogate, Yorkshire, brings together the best Caribbean rums from Trinidad and Guyana, along with its own distinctive blend of spices. Evert bottle sold raises funds to help save the endangered turtles for which the brand is named. Hawksbill is partnering with the Barbados Sea Turtle Project, based at the University of the West Indies, whose mission is to recover marine turtle populations. We found the rum sweet and smooth with hints of vanilla and nutmeg, and served it with lots of ice, a squeeze of lime and mixed with cola. Yum!

Sing Gin 70cl | £38 from Castle Howard Farm Shop, National Trust Shop York and www.singgin.com. Yorkshire’s first grape-based gin takes its name from the area of outstanding natural beauty where it is distilled - Kettlesing, deep in the Yorkshire Dales. Sing Gin was founded by Ian Thompson, who launched the brand in 2016. Today it’s a family affair with his twin sons, James and Richard also working at the purpose-built distillery and on the family legacy. Sing Gin contains a blend of seven natural botanicals, including juniper, mint, orange peel and flax. Flax is a historical Yorkshire crop that the Thompson family grows themselves. The first thing we noticed about Sing Gin is just how easy it goes down - it’s smooth in a way that most gins aren’t, and it’s largely down to the fact that it’s a grape-based spirit. We followed serving suggestions and went for a mix of Sing Gin, Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic and a twist of orange. It’s a good life.

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