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Information is correct at the time of printing but subject to change. Please check with venues ahead of your visit and follow the most recent government guidelines relating to Covid-19. ST OLAVE’S CHURCH CONCERT

THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER

// UNTIL 5th

ALICE’S ENCHANTED WONDERLAND, Mother Shipton’s Cave. Kids will find Mother Shipton’s Cave curiouser and curiouser this summer as they explore an adventure trail with intricate scenes inspired by the classic children’s story. Visit mothershipton.co.uk.

// UNTIL 5th

THE GREAT RYEDALE MAZE, Sherburn. Between the Yorkshire Dragon Maze, Mini Maze, a vintage funfair, Football Darts and a Big Top with live entertainment, there’s no doubt that the kids will be kept busy this summer at The Great Ryedale Maze. There will also be a range of hot and cold food and drinks to cater for all tastes, served from the Cabin Café.

// UNTIL 5th

MAIZE MAZE AND SUMMER FUN, Sledmere House. Explore four acres of maize maze and help farmer Cobb with his conservation checklist. Learn about bugs, beetles and butterflies and how they keep the countryside thriving. There’s also Frisbee golf, sandpits and designated picnic areas to enjoy on the day. Visit sledmerehouse.com.

// UNTIL 6th

YORK MAZE, Elvington. York Maze returns for its 2021 summer season, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Mr. Men and Little Miss. Navigate your way through the maize maze, take a trip on the Crowmania tractor-trailer ride or take on the Cobstacle course. Visit yorkmaze.com.

// UNTIL 25th September

EARLY EVENING CRUISE, City Cruises York, King’s Staith Landing, 7.30pm. Learn about York’s rich and colourful history on this one-hour twilight cruise with a fully stocked bar serving beers, wines, hot drinks and snacks. Visit cityexperiences.com/york/city-cruises/ to book now!

SEPTEMBER

// 4th - 5th

CHILDREN’S CRAFT DAY, Bishopthorpe Village Hall. Arts and crafts, hand-made stalls and a tombola. Raising money Yorks charity, The Island. To book visit fb.me/e/Sxt4b6re

// 4 - 5th

FANGFEST, Fangfoss, YO41 5QC. A family-friendly bumper weekend full of art, pottery, illustrations, printmaking, wood carving and local history from local creatives. Search for Fangfest on Facebook for more information.

// 5th - 13th

YORK WALKING FESTIVAL, York City Centre. Search for hidden clues around York’s High Street Independents’ windows. Guess the theme and you could win a £50 York Gift Card. Download a map from indieyork.co.uk

// 9th

AN EVENING OF MUSIC AND LAUGHTER, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall. Join top keyboard entertainer Andrew Nix for a fun evening with interval refreshments. Free Parking available. Visit organfax.co.uk/ clubs/york.

// 10th - 11th

YORK NATIONAL BOOK FAIR, York Racecourse. Thought to be the largest book fair in Europe, offering rare, antique books as well as unusual and hard to get books from a few quid upwards. Visit yorkbookfair.com

// 11th

POPPLETON COMMUNITY RAILWAY NURSERY HERITAGE OPEN DAY, Station Road, YO26 6QA. 10am - 4pm. Selling an array of perennials, shrubs, herbs and alpines grown in a historic railway nursery. Browse through the brica-brac and book stalls and chat with volunteers running this charity. Visit poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk

// 11th

HESLINGTON CHURCH ILLUSTRATED TALK AND EXHIBITION, Heslington Church, Field Lane, Heslington. Learn about the parish’s history from the stone age to present including information from a recent excavation and illustrated talk. Email petermott57@gmail.com for more information.

// 15th

MAKE A SEASONAL WREATH, Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens, 10am. Join local florist, Katherine ArmstrongBisson, and learn to make a seasonal wreath inspired by autumn foliage, flowers and foraged materials. The course includes entry to the garden plus welcome tea, coffee and biscuits and all materials will be provided. Visit stillingfleetlodgenurseries.co.uk and click on workshops and events for more information.

// 17th - 26th

YORK FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL, Parliament Street and Shambles Market, York. Workshops, local food producers, competitions and demonstrations. A jam-packed culinary weekend with something to suit any taste. Visit www. yorkfoodfestival.com

// 17th - 18th

GIN & RUM FESTIVAL, York Minster. Discover new favourites with samples from hand-picked guest distillers and enjoy some tasty street food. DJ’s, talks and masterclasses: this festival has it all. Visit yorkminster.org/whats-on/ event/gin-rum-festival/

// 19th

KIDICAL MASS, Millenium Bridge, 3pm. Join this family-friendly mass bike ride through York as part of York Environment Week. Book tickets through eventbrite.co.uk.

// 25th

ECO SATURDAY, St Mary’s Church. As part of York Environment Week, this event will have lots of people on hand to talk about electric cars, growing your own veg, insulating homes and much more.

// 19th

MARATHON DU MALTON, Market Place, Malton. Fancy enjoying a tipple and taste some of Yorkshire’s best local produce, all the while running a 10k? Enjoy this race in the beautiful settings around Malton. Visit www. visitmalton.com

// 19th

ANTIQUE HOME & VINTAGE FAIR, York Racecourse. 9:30am - 3:30pm. Whether you’re a traditionalist, mid-century enthusiast or collector, there is something for everyone and all budgets. Visit www.antiquefairyork.com.

// 24th

THE LUNA CINEMA OUTDOOR SCREENINGS, Lakeside Holiday Park, Castle Howard. The UK’s leading open-air cinema set up their big screen in some beautiful surroundings, showing Top Gun, Dirty Dancing and Star Wars: A New Hope. To book tickets visit www. thelunacinema.com/castle-howard Looking for more events? Check out our handy online events guide at: www.yourlocallink.co.uk

// 24th - 26th

ANTIQUES AND FINE ART FAIR, Duncombe Park, Helmsley. Join nationally-known dealers exhibiting a wide range of town and country furniture, silver, jewellery, paintings, sculpture, books, prints and much more. The fair has a dateline restriction of 1970 excluding fine art and sculpture. Visit www.gallowayfairs.co.uk.

// 25th Sept - 3rd Oct

YORK FIFTYPLUS FESTIVAL 2021, the popular festival is back with more than 80 online and in-person events this year. For more details email yorkfiftyplus@gmail.com or visit www. yorkassembly.org.uk/50+festival/ for more information

// 25th

AUTUMN CONCERT, St Olave’s Church, York, 8pm. Enjoy this live concert in a beautiful church setting directed by Alan George.

// 26th

ANTIQUE AND COLLECTORS FAIR, Driffield Showground. Peruse a generous array of quality collectables or head to the valuation table with your

Established 29 Years

Home Farm, Wigginton, YO32 2RD (Opposite Wigginton Village)

Every Sunday

Gates open 6.30am

Cars £8.00 Vans from £9.00 Trailers £2.00 extra Toilets and refreshments

// 27th

FIVE WEEK ART COURSE, Mondays 10-12noon, Southlands Methodist Church, Bishopthorpe Road. Join local artist Karen Winship for a five week trial art course. Visit www. yorkartworkshops.co.uk for more information.

REGULAR EVENTS

// EVERY TUESDAY

YOGA WITH NESTOR, 29 Maple Grove, Fulford. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@yahoo.com

// EVERY WEDNESDAY

YOGA WITH NESTOR, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall, 10 am. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@yahoo.com

STRICTLY FUN DANCING! Acomb Methodist Church Hall. Between 2.30pm and 4.30pm. Aiming to bring people together in a friendly, welcoming environment with American Style Social Barn Dances. No previous experience or partner needed, all ages welcome. Admission is £2. For more information call Phil on 01904 783029.

// EVERY WED & FRI

FRIENDSHIP GROUP, St Aelred’s Community Centre, Tang Hall, 1-3pm (Wed) The Gateway Centre, Acomb, 9.30am-11.30am. Join the York Racial Equality Network at this regular meet up that aims to combat isolation and bring communities together with weekly crafts and the opportunity to learn about different cultures. Visit www. yren.co.uk.

// EVERY SUNDAY

WIGGINTON CAR BOOT, Home Farm, Wigginton. The classic Wigginton Car Boot Sale is on every Sunday, weather permitting. Cars cost £8 and vans are £9, with additional trailers at £2 extra. Public admission is £1 with toilets and refreshments available. Call 01904 768463 for more information.

// EVERY DAY

BEETLE BANK OPEN FARM, Moor Lane, Murton. Meet pygmy hedgehogs, rheas, turkeys and goats, walk around the grounds and play to your heart’s content on the play area and bouncy castle. There are plenty of refreshments for the grown ups, too. Visit beetlebankopenfarm.co.uk.

CASTLE HOWARD. Marvel at the palace which took over 100 years to complete, wander through the manicured gardens, play at Skelf Island, and take souvenirs home with you from The Farm Shop and Garden Centre. Visit castlehoward.co.uk.

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The Duncombe Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair

Helmsley, North Yorkshire YO62 5EB 24th - 26th September

Open daily 10.30am - 5pm. 4.30pm finish Sunday. Admission to Antiques Fair £6.00

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www.gallowayfairs.co.uk // 1st October

SHINE YORK 10K, Rowntree Park, York. 7pm. A special evening walk. Light up the city and raise money for Cancer Research UK on this 10k walk starting at Rowntree Park. Visit www.cancerresearchuk.org

// 25th-30th October

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT, The Forum, Northallerton. Join the Northallerton Musical Theatre Company for a colourful performance of this well-loved classic.

// 28-31 October

YORKTOBERFEST, Clocktower Enclosure, York Racecourse. Beer, bratwurst and all things Bavarian are coming to a giant marquee on the Clocktower Enclosure at York Racecourse. Fill your stein, grab a tasty bite and enjoy thigh-slapping live music as well as thrills at the funfair. Tickets from £15pp. Visit www. yorktoberfest. co.uk.

BEER FE STIVAL

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WHAT'S ON

AT THEATRE@41

York’s leading fringe venue, championing community theatre and new performance

3 Sept The Dead Ducks: Ducks out of Water 18 Sept The Rusty Pegs 25 Sept The Killer Question 29 Sept - 2 Oct

Put on Shorts

8 Oct Olga Koch: Homecoming 9 Oct Sara Barron: Enemies Closer

10 Oct The Unremarkable Death of Marilyn Monroe 21 Oct Ben Moor: Pronoun Trouble

22 Oct Ben Moor & Jo Neary: Who’s Here Lost/Wife on Earth 23 Oct Jo Neary: Stinky McFish and The World’s Worst Wish 25 Oct -30 Oct

York Shakespeare Project: Macbeth

3 Nov - 4 Nov

The Catch

7 Nov Jessa Liversidge: Songbirds

boxoffice@41monkgate.co.uk 41 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PB, UK tickets.41monkgate.co.uk

CITY CRUISES YORK York’s favourite water-based attraction offers sightseeing, dining, self-drive and private hire cruises on the River Ouse, and is a much-loved and highly regarded staple of York’s visitor economy. The reviews are great, too: Samantha (TripAdvisor, July 2021) – “Lovely boat trip down the River Ouse. Such lovely scenery and a good commentary too. You can buy drinks and snacks onboard, which was great. Thoroughly recommend going on this trip.” GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www. ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276. JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the worldfamous ride experience with the sights, sounds and smells of the Viking Age, as well as getting up close to the 1000-year-old artefacts and interacting with our friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk. 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. THE YORK DUNGEON, Clifford Street. If you enjoy a bit of mild peril in your life, then you need to go to The York Dungeon. Never before has history been so entertaining – and terrifying. Visit www.thedungeons.com/york. WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at the west entrance to York Minster, 11am and 3pm (also 1pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www. whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679.

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. 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.

CELEBRATING AVIATION.

YORKSHIRE’S GREATEST INVENTION!

DISCOVER 170 YEARS OF FLIGHT AT YORKSHIRE’S MUST-SEE MUSEUM. YORKSHIRE LAVENDER Yorkshire’s original family-run lavender farm, lavender gardens and specialist plant nursery is set in the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visitors can peruse the sculpture park, get lost in the lavender maze or admire the beauty of the lavender gardens. Visit yorkshirelavender.com. 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.

YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM

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York Theatre Royal

To book, visit: yorktheatreroyal.co.uk, or call 01904 623568

MUGABE, MY DAD & ME

// 9-18 September

1980. Tonderai Munyevu is part of a hopeful next generation of the newly independent nation of Zimbabwe. The personal story of Tonderai’s family and his relationship with his father charts the rise and fall of the controversial politician, Robert Mugabe. DRACULA: THE BLOODY TRUTH

// 24-25 September

Join Professor Abraham Van Helsing and his three idiotic actors as they stage a life-changing theatrical production surrounding the true events of Dracula. DEAR ZOO LIVE!

// 28-29 September

Ben and Sally are looking for the perfect pet. When they write to the zoo, they send a far too big elephant, a far too grumpy camel and a far too jumpy frog. Whatever will they send next! including Galway Girl, Irish Rover and Seven Drunken Nights. AGATHA CHRISTIE’S SPIDER’S WEB

// 23-25 September

Clarissa loves to spin tales of adventure, but when a murder takes place in her drawing room, she finds the real-life drama much harder to cope with.

Grand Opera House

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

THE WOMAN IN BLACK

// 13-18 September

A lawyer enlists a sceptical actor to help him tell his terrifying story. Before long, make-believe and reality begin to blur, transporting the audience into a hair-raising ghostly world. WOMAN IN BLACK

// 13-18 September

THE DRAG BALL // 23 September

Start your engines! Join Drag Race Season 2 winner Lawrence Chaney alongside Tia Kofi, Veronica Green and Sister Sister for this fast-paced Drag Extravaganza Show.

Theatre @ 41

To book, visit: 41monkgate.co.uk

THE DEAD DUCKS: DUCKS OUT OF WATER

// 3 September

York Comedy Society’s premier sketch troupe, The Dead Ducks, bring a humorous mix of parody and farce where the audience will meet pirates, cowboys, clowns and famous characters, too.

THE RUSTY PEGS // 18 September

The Rusty Pegs are celebrating ten years of playing music together. Fans of Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Glen Campbell, this is a gig for you. THE KILLER QUESTION

Joseph Rowntree Theatre

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

ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN

// 11 September

Spend ‘One Night in Dublin’ when ‘Murphy’s Irish Pub’ opens its doors in the Joseph Rowntree Theatre. The lively Irish tribute band will cover songs DRACULA: THE BLOODY TRUTH

// 24-25 September

All for £11.90 per adult £7.90 per child (under 12) Served 3pm-10pm

// 25 September

Walter Crump lives for murder. But did his obsession with death ultimately lead to his own? Will Inspector Black solve the mystery? And which actor will play which character... YOU DECIDE!

PUT ON SHORTS

// 29 September - 2 October

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

THE KILLER QUESTION

// 25 September

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The Principal York

Recently dubbed by The Times newspaper as ‘one of the UK’s most glamorous station hotels,’ The Principal has been one of the crown jewels of York since its conception in 1878. The 2016 refurbishment by award-winning architect, Goddard Littlefair, has cemented its place as a top tier modern classic, writes Krystal Starkey.

It’s a Friday morning, and my partner and I are in the car back home after an overnight stay at The Principal York. We’ve come to the conclusion that we have never - and probably never will have - a better start to the day than the one we’ve had this morning. It started at 7.30am when I woke up in a super king bed after a solid, utterly uninterrupted sleep, pulled open the curtains and saw York Minster in all its glory. The room is generous in proportion, luxurious in design and has a calming colour scheme. I fell in love with the marble bathroom immediately and having now seen a walk-in wardrobe in the flesh, I know for sure that I need one. The design across the hotel is a delicate blend of late-victorian architecture and modern elegance. Neutrals are the backdrop for textured layers with brass fittings. The iron staircase is a masterpiece, and, unusually, you might find taking the stairs a more attractive option in this establishment. Anyway, back to the best morning of all time: We’d booked in at the leisure centre for 8am and when we got down to the pool, through sheer luck and timing, we had the whole place to ourselves. The pool is a modest size but plenty for a quick swim. Next to it, there’s a jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. We happily spent 40 minutes lolling around, giddy at the fact that we were the only people in there. The buffet breakfast deserves a special mention. As well as the usual coffee, tea and juice, there’s also a freshly blitzed spinach smoothie. The breakfast spread is kept immaculate - no beans in the sausages or mushrooms in the bacon here, and any spilt food is quickly swept up by the spritely staff. I pick up an extra croissant on my way out and try to hide how much food I’ve piled on my plate. So the Principal has got the mornings down, but the foundation for a successful morning is a brilliant evening first. And the hotel delivers on both fronts with its celebration package. As part of the package, guests get to enjoy a bottle of Champagne on arrival and a delicious 3-course dinner in the AA Rosette Refectory Kitchen and Terrace restaurant. Watch yourself with this one, I practically danced down to dinner after a few glasses of bubbly. The Refectory is an iron-built conservatory with leafy vines and tan leather furniture. It’s chic and understated. I opt for the Chicken liver paté with a seasonal rhubarb chutney and toasted brioche to start with and don’t come up for air until it’s all gone. I’m a believer in brioche and love to see it in savoury dishes. My partner has the spiced vegetable soup and for mains, a steak (mediumrare). I go for the Aberdeen Angus beef burger with truffle mayo. The portions are generous, and the meat tender and juicy. For dessert, we chose the dark chocolate fondant with malted cream and the salted caramel tart with vanilla ice cream. Both of the desserts are indulgent and rich choices, and by the end of it, we’re debating who is going to roll who up to the hotel room. The Principal really delivers on a luxurious and relaxing experience, and you'll be ready to take on anything after an overnight stay. To find out more about the Celebration Package at Principal York, visit www. theprincipalyork.ihg.com or call 01904 653 681.

Afternoon Tea at Middletons

Served daily from 12pm to 5pm. Enjoy our seasonal afternoon tea menu with delicious sandwiches, scones, cakes and pastries. Traditional Vintage £24.95 Sparkling £29.95 Champagne £32.95 Children’s £15

To book call 01904 611570

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