What’s on & news

Now until
 Sun 22 Dec 2024

Great Yorkshire Christmas, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Only Sat & Sun. Join Santa in his magical grotto, meet Bramble the Elf in his Toy Emporium, Visit the North Pole Sorting Office and Elf Village, taking in the amazing Elf Show and pop-in and see Mrs Clause who’s baking Gingerbread in the kitchen. Adult £10 to £17, Child £20 to £35. tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Book online web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk

Sun 22 Dec 2024

Elvis: Christmas Special Tribute, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Steve Knight embodies the spirit and energy of Elvis Presley as he brings an electrifying performance that’s captivated audiences from Las Vegas to London. With his spot-on vocals, dynamic stage presence, and uncanny resemblance to the King himself, you will be transported back to the golden age of rock 'n' roll. 7.30pm. £24, £22 (18 & under or 65 & over). tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sun 22 Dec 2024

Nine Lessons and Carols, St Mary's Church, Thirsk, YO7 1PR. Come and celebrate the approach of Christmas with our traditional carol service at St. Mary's.
3pm on Sunday 22nd December. 3pm.

Now until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

The Polar Express, Wensleydale Railway, Leeming Bar Station. The annual festive treat of a ride on The Polar Express from Leeming Bar station up the Wensleydale line runs on weekends and other dates (check website). Last year over 50,000 guests took the magical journey and its popularity guarantees another bumper event this year. Various times and dates. tickets: Book online web: https://wensleydale-railway.co.uk

Now until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Red One (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. After Santa Claus (code name: Red One) is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security must team up with the world's most infamous bounty hunter in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat & Sun. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Now until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Winter Warmer Cruises, 12 Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green, Ripon HG4 1AQ. A half hour festive cruise with a mulled wine, fruit punch, or luxury hot chocolate. And a choice of brownie or mince pie! GF and Vegan options available. Warm blankets for knees. Dog friendly too!. Multiple dates and times. £9.45. tel: 01765 609777 tickets: https://buytickets.at/riponsceniccruises email: ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com web: https://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Now until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Yule Tent & Yorkshire Tapas, 12 Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green, Ripon HG4 1AQ. A pop up cafe by the waterside with open fire, live music, hot drinks, mulled wine, blankets for knees and fantastic snacks. Ripon Canal Basin. 09.45am-3.30pm. Free entry. tel: 07961 754812 / 01765 609777 email: ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com web: https://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Mon 23 Dec 2024

All Creatures Christmas Special, TV Channel 5. The All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Special will air, with Nicholas Ralph, Rachel Shenton, Samuel West, Anna Madeley and Callum Woodhouse all expected to feature prominently in the festive outing. 9pm.

Mon 23 Dec 2024

Strictly Finalist Comes To Thirsk, White Rose Books Cafe, Market Place, Thirsk. Tasha Gouri, TV personality, activist, model & social media influencer, returns to her home town, Thirsk, to sign copies of the book 'Hits Different' by Hot Key Books which she has co-written. From 2pm. tel: 01845 524353

Mon 23 Dec 2024

Tasha Ghouri Book Signing, White Rose Books Cafe, Market Place, Thirsk. Meet Love Island & Strictly finalist Tasha Ghouri who will be signing her book 'Hits Different'. Pre-order your book by 'phone. From 2pm. tel: 01845 524353 email: sales@whiterosebooks.co.uk web: https://www.whiterosebooks.co.uk

Now until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

Father Christmas in the Castle, Castle Howard, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA. Enjoy a full day out at Castle Howard with a Father Christmas in the Castle experience, which includes access to Alice’s Christmas Wonderland in our main House, and access to the Gardens. From £31.00. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://castlehowardchristmas.seetickets.com/timeslots/filter/father-christmas-in-the-castle

Now until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

Railway Santa Specials, North York Moors Railway, Pickering to Whitby. Only Sat & Sun. Weekends to Christmas: Eve Santa Specials on the train plus Steam Hauls 27th December to 5th January 2026.

Now until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

Santa's Race to save Christmas, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Christmas is fast approaching, and all is going well in Santa’s workshop as Mrs Claus and the elves busily prepare for the big night. The presents are wrapped and the reindeers have completed their training then suddenly disaster strikes!. Multiple times, morning and afternoon. £12. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 24 Dec 2024

Crib Service, St Mary's Church, Thirsk, YO7 1PR. Come and join us for an interactive celebration of the Christmas Story - fun for all the family!
4pm on Christmas Eve at St. Mary's.

Tue 24 Dec 2024

Midnight Communion, St Mary's Church, Thirsk, YO7 1PR. Come and welcome in Christmas with us, with a traditional midnight communion.
11:30pm on Christmas Eve at St. Mary's.

Wed 25 Dec 2024

Christmas Dinner, Family Life Church, Finkle Street,Thirsk,YO7 1DA. Activities for all ages. Transport is available if booked in advance. 12-4pm. Lunch is served at 12.30pm. tel: 07379 102266 / 01845 868188 tickets: Please call to book a place. email: admin@flcthirsk.co.uk

Wed 25 Dec 2024

Christmas Day Celebration, St Mary's Church, Thirsk, YO7 1PR. Let's celebrate together on Christmas Day. All are welcome to our family celebration with communion. 10am.

Thu 26 Dec 2024

Sleeping Beauty & The Beast, Potto Village Hall, 14 Cooper Lane, Potto, Northallerton DL6 3HA. Three actors, two pantomimes, one hour… What could possibly go wrong? Join Fairy Naturel and her merry companions as they strive to prevent the nefarious schemes of the Wicked Witch of the West, a devious potion plant-poisoner. Their mission? To rescue Belle and Beauty from their storybook fates. 7pm. £12, U16 £6. tel: 07956 126983 tickets: Email or phone email: pottovillagehall@gmail.com web: https://facebook.com/pottovillagehall

Thu 26 Dec 2024

Scarborough’s football & raft race, Scarborough’s South Bay beach. The Boxing Day charity football match and raft race. Each year, crowds gather to witness the fishermen versus the firemen football match followed by a fancy dress raft race from the harbour quayside. For the football match, teams meet next to the Lloyds TSB on Newborough from 10am with tunes from The Comic Band, then walk down to South Bay’s beach for the kick-off at 10.30am. The raft race follows the football at 12.30pm.

Mon 23 Dec 2024 until
 Fri 27 Dec 2024

Christmas Retreat, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. Retreat with Revd Sue Hammersley, Revd Sibylle Batten and the Holy Rood Community. Come and join our Christmas celebration with reflective times, good food, poetry, music, creative arts, rest and outings. Mon.23rd Dec 4pm - Fri.27th Dec 11am. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Sun 29 Dec 2024

Paddington in Peru (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Starring Ben Whishaw (voice), Olivia Coleman, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters. Paddington travels to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. A thrilling adventure ensues with a journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru. Fri 2.30pm, Sat 11am, Sun 6.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 30 Dec 2024

Conclave (12A), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow. After the unexpected death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with managing the covert and ancient ritual of electing a new one. Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, Sun 7.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Thu 2 Jan 2025

Conclave (12A), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Not Tue or Wed. Starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow. After the unexpected death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with managing the covert and ancient ritual of electing a new one. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Now until
 Sat 4 Jan 2025

Jason Beside the Sea, Woodend Gallery, Scarborough. A presentation by Jason Wilsher-Mills. Free entry.

Now until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

Alice's Christmas Wonderland, Castle Howard, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA. Alice is planning a huge Christmas party, and she invites you to follow the White Rabbit through Castle Howard’s grand halls and regal rooms with each twist and turn revealing fanciful festive surprises. From £21.00. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://castlehowardchristmas.seetickets.com/timeslots/filter/alice-s-christmas-wonderland

Now until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. Christmas-themed knitting and crotcheting around the town.

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

Steam into a winter wonderland, NYMR Pickering station, YO18 7AJ. Take a journey through the scenic moors with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s Whitby Winter Excursions. Departing from Pickering Station, passengers will enjoy a memorable round trip to the picturesque seaside town of Whitby, complete with views of frosty landscapes and the timeless beauty of heritage steam travel. The journey time is approximately 1h 45m in each direction. Departing at 11:10am (10:15am on Sundays) from Pickering and 2:30pm departure from Whitby. £49.50, Children free (aged 0-15), Dog £3. tickets: Book online web: https://www.nymr.co.uk/whitby-winter-excursions

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

Gladiator II (15), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Starring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Connie Nielsen, Spencer Treat Clark. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. Fri 2.30pm, Sat 7.30pm, Sun 7.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Now until
 Mon 6 Jan 2025

Which Language?, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough YO11 2PW. In Which Language Do We Dream? offers fresh insights through the photographic perspectives of the al-Hindawi family, a Syrian family with first-hand experience. 10am-5pm. £5 Annual Pass, under 18s free. tickets: Book by phone web: https://scarboroughmuseumsandgalleries.org.uk

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 6 Jan 2025

New Year Retreat, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. A retreat with Revd Sue Hammersley, Revd Sibylle Batten and the Holy Rood House Community. Join our New Year celebration with reflections to assist the year ahead, creative times and good food. Fri 3rd 4pm - Sun 5th 2pm. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Thu 9 Jan 2025

Moana 2 (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys alongside Maui and a new crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat & Sun. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Mon 6 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 3 Feb 2025

Local Myths, Legends & Folklore, Online course. Would you like to find out more about the famous people, places, rituals and traditions in your area and across North Yorkshire? During the course you will: read articles & extracts from a wide range of sources; discuss what you find out; consider the evidence (true or )false; plus more. 12.30 - 2.30. tel: 01609 536066 email: Adult-LearningService@northyorks.gov.uk web: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

Now until
 Thu 6 Mar 2025

Free Bridge lessons on Zoom, Online. Learn how to play Bridge from home. Free Bridge lessons by EBU qualified teacher. Email to enrol. 3pm every Thursday. Free. tel: 07930 983214 email: jackr2868@gmail.com

Mon 6 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 3 Feb 2025

Local Myths, Legends & Folklore, Online course. Would you like to find out more about the famous people, places, rituals and traditions in your area and across North Yorkshire? During the course you will: read articles & extracts from a wide range of sources; discuss what you find out; consider the evidence (true or )false; plus more. 12.30 - 2.30. tel: 01609 536066 email: Adult-LearningService@northyorks.gov.uk web: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

Fri 10 Jan 2025 until
 Thu 16 Jan 2025

Musafa (TBC), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Mufasa – The Lion King Voices from Aaron Pierre and Seth Rogan. Rafiki relays the legend of Mufasa to lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion a journey of misfits searching for their destiny and working together to
evade a threatening and deadly foe. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat & Sun. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 10 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 11 Jan 2025

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Actor Christopher Reeve rises to stardom when he lands the role of Superman in the 1970s. When a horse-riding accident leaves him paralysed in 1995, Reeve spends the rest of his life searching for a cure for spinal cord injuries. Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 10 Jan 2025 until
 Sun 12 Jan 2025

Wicked (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Elphaba, an ostracized but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. Fri 2.30pm, Sat 7.30pm, Sun 8.00pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 12 Jan 2025

Iyad Sughayer - Piano, Holy Trinity Church, Kirby Road, Ripon HG4 2EY. Ripon Concerts: Mozart, Schubert, Sibelius, Khachaturian. 3pm. £25. web: https://riponconcerts.co.uk

Wed 15 Jan 2025

Positivity and Poetry, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join Olivia Mulligan for a rejuvenating two hour mini-writing retreat focused on positivity and poetry. Explore your creativity, reconnect with emotions, and write your own poetic pieces to inspire 2025!. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/positivity-and-poetry/

Thu 16 Jan 2025 until
 Fri 17 Jan 2025

Two Day Wooden Spoon Carving, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Using simple hand tools, you'll learn to carve a wooden spoon from a log. This workshop introduces green woodworking, covering wood selection, carving techniques, tool care, and spoon finishing. Over two days, use a carving axe, Sloyd knife, and hook knife to create your unique eating or cooking spoon. 10.30am - 4.30pm. £95. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/two-day-wooden-spoon-carving/

Thu 16 Jan 2025 until
 Thu 24 Apr 2025

Art After Hours, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Art After Hours is a membership-based open studio session, held every Thursday from 6pm to 8pm at Rural Arts. As a member of Art After Hours, you will have full access to the studio at Rural Arts and our equipment. 6.00pm - 8.00pm. £30 (Monthly) £15 (Single Session). tel: 07816 135303 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/art-after-hours/

Thu 16 Jan 2025 until
 Thu 24 Apr 2025

Drawing Club, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Only Thu. Join the Drawing Club at Rural Arts! Every Thursday, 6-8 pm, explore various drawing techniques in relaxed, tutor-led sessions. Suitable for all levels, our club offers guided workshops, individual project support, and a creative community. 6.00pm - 8.00pm. £10(Monthly) £15(Single Session). tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/drawing-club/

Sat 18 Jan 2025 until
 Fri 7 Mar 2025

A Sense of Place, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough YO11 2PW. Northern Expressions Group Exhibition. Free Entry. web: https://scarboroughmuseumsandgalleries.org.uk

Sat 18 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 3 May 2025

The Talent Inside, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough YO11 2PW. An exhibition of new works created by learners studying Art at Humber's HMP Graft Studio inspired by the collections at Scarborough Museums. web: https://scarboroughmuseumsandgalleries.org.uk

Sat 18 Jan 2025

Table Top Sale, Thirsk and Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate YO7 1QS. Table Top Sale, tables available to book for sellers £5 per table, payable in advance, for bookings and information contact no. below. 10am - 2pm. tel: 07724 993468

Sat 18 Jan 2025

Repair your stuff, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Be greener by avoiding waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items; cost is a voluntary donation. For further details or if you would like to volunteer, please email. 10am-1pm, last customer 12.30pm. Free, donations welcome. email: thirskrepaircafe@gmail.com

Sun 19 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 25 Jan 2025

Robinson Crusoe, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Northallerton Amateur Variety Company: a fun-packed panto which will appeal to kids and adults of all ages. There is a pirate ship run by women, Mrs. Crusoe who runs a fish and chip shop and Fairy Marina who makes everything magic. Sun 2.15pm, Mon-Sat 7.15pm, also Sat 2.15pm. £12, Child £10. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 23 Jan 2025

Thirkleby Local History Christmas party, Thirkleby Village Hall, Great Thirkleby,. The delayed Christmas Party will be held on Thursday 23rd January. £6 booking essential. 1pm. £6. tel: 01845 501365 tickets: Ann Storey

Fri 24 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 27 Jan 2025

Richard Rohr Inspired Retreat, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. The Divine Dance; Trinity and Transformation. Led by Revd Ian Spencer and UrsMattman these popular four day retreats of Fr Richard Rohr OFM include talks, time for reflection and discussion, meditation, imagination exercises, liturgy and time to relax and enjoy this beautiful Environment. Fri.24th 4pm - Mon.27th 2pm. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Fri 24 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 25 Jan 2025

Robin Hood Panto, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Join the Deadpan Players for a frolic through the forest as they make their debut at Joseph Rowntree Theatre. Nottingham cowers under the grip of the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and only Robin and the Merry Men can save the city and prevent him from marrying the beautiful Maid Marian. 7.30pm, also 2.00pm Sat. £15, Child (18 & under) £10. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 25 Jan 2025

Pretty Vacant, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. The Story of Punk and New Wave. Kevin Kennedy joins riotous new tour bringing iconic punk songs to life. 7.30pm. £18 to £29.50. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online email: hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk web: https://www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Sat 25 Jan 2025

St Cecilia Orchestra: Classical Gold, Holy Trinity Church, Kirby Road, Ripon HG4 2EY. Brighten the winter with a programme bringing together some of the most enduring and best-loved music of the orchestral repertoire: Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture, with its intense and rolling melodies, Mozart’s last instrumental work, the Clarinet Concerto, with soloist Ruaridh Bakke, and Beethoven’s 7th Symphony with its finale of unrestrained joy. 7.30pm. £20, Child (0-17) free. web: https://st-cecilia.org.uk

Sat 25 Jan 2025

Academy of St Olave's, St Olave's Church, Marygate, York YO30 7BH. Winter Concert. 8pm.

Wed 29 Jan 2025 until
 Wed 19 Feb 2025

4 Week Enamelling Course, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join Heather’s 4-week enamelling course in Thirsk. Explore metalworking techniques using copper and steel, learn stencilling, glass firing, and create beautiful pieces each week. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £200 (Full Course) £60(Per Session). tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/4-week-enamelling-course/

Fri 31 Jan 2025

The Goldscheider Hom Trio, Helmsley Arts Centre, Meeting House Ct, Helmsley, YO62 5DW. Ben Coldscheider was the 2016 BBC Young Musician of the Year. He is principal horn in the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra but still plays widely as a soloist and chamber musician. Benjamin Baker came from New Zealand to study violin first at the Yehudi Menuhin School and then at the Royal College of Music. Huw Watkins is a composer as well as a brilliant pianist, and his own trio will be played in this concert. 7.30pm. £22. tel: 01439 771700 tickets: Book online web: https://www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

Fri 31 Jan 2025

Ceramics and Handpan, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity with ceramicist Amy and musician Joe Jordon. Make beautiful candle holders while enjoying live handpan music. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £30. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/winter-wellbeing-ceramics-and-handpan/

Fri 31 Jan 2025

House & Architecture Tour, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. An exclusive insight into the Hall’s history. Led by 18th century historian, Dr Helen Metcalfe, guests are guided through the rooms of the house before sitting down to enjoy refreshments served in The Old Dining Room with a Q&A session. 11am, duration 1½hrs. £20. tickets: Book online web: https://visitthirsk.uk/thirskhalltours

Tue 4 Feb 2025 until
 Sat 8 Feb 2025

Beauty and the Beast, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat. £16. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Thu 6 Feb 2025

Willow Obelisk, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join us this Spring for a hands on Willow Weaving Workshop and create a beautiful obelisk planter, perfect for your climbing plants!. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £45. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/willow-obelisk/

Sat 8 Feb 2025

Lego Show, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall. Back with another popular show for all ages, with funds raised to support Holy Rood House. 10am - 4pm.

Sun 9 Feb 2025

Yarnbombers, All over Thirsk. Random Acts of Kindness around Thirsk.

Sun 9 Feb 2025

Les Misérables: The Staged Concert, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Cinema Live. In 2019, Cameron Mackintosh produced a spectacular sell-out staged concert version at the Gielgud Theatre featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Matt Lucas and John Owen Jones. Now cinema audiences can experience a unique encore of this incredible show to celebrate Les Misérables 40th Anniversary. 2pm. £16, Child £10, Student/Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 13 Feb 2025 until
 Sat 15 Feb 2025

Grease: The Musical, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Experience the friendships, romances and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950's. Welcome to the singing and dancing world of Grease, the most successful movie musical of all time, brought to you by the University of York's Central Hall Musical Society. 7.30pm, also 2.00pm Sat. £15, Child (18 & under) £8.50. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online or phone email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 15 Feb 2025

Yoga for your Creativity, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or a beginner, these monthly sessions offer a dynamic yoga flow to energise the body and mind. 10.30am - 11.30am. £15. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/yoga-for-your-creativity-15th-february/

Sat 15 Feb 2025

Repair your stuff, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Be greener by avoiding waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items; cost is a voluntary donation. For further details or if you would like to volunteer, please email. 10am-1pm, last customer 12.30pm. Free, donations welcome. email: thirskrepaircafe@gmail.com

Tue 18 Feb 2025

Soft Pastels, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join Jo Lawson for a full-day soft pastel workshop. Ideal for beginners or those wishing to improve their skills, this workshop offers a chance to explore soft pastels under Jo’s expert guidance. 10.30am - 4.30pm. £50. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/soft-pastels/

Thu 20 Feb 2025 until
 Sat 22 Feb 2025

Shrek the Musical, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Dive into a world where love knows no boundaries, friendships are forged in the most unexpected places, and laughter is guaranteed! With catchy songs, quirky characters and a story that turns fairytales upside down, this show is a roaring good time for all ages. 7.30pm, also 2.00pm Sat. £15, Child (18 & under) £13. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Thu 20 Feb 2025

Lino Print in Life, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Be inspired by nature with printmaker Jo Mills. You will learn how to cut lino, print, operate a printing press, and reduction print. 10.30am - 4.30pm. £45. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/lino-print-from-life/

Thu 20 Feb 2025

The Importance of Being Earnest, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) National Theatre Live. Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. 7pm. £15, Child £10, Student/Senior £12.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 21 Feb 2025

Tom Stade: Risky Business, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Join this independent spirit and irrepressible force of nature, as he airdrops his ingenious and unflinching comedy into an ever-changing minefield. 8pm. £21.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 22 Feb 2025

Jimi: The Legend Lives On, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The Live Rockumentary starring John Campbell, widely regarded as the worlds best tribute artist and featuring his all-star band. John and his band take us on a musical trip through Jimi’s short, but astounding career. 7.30pm. £26. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 26 Feb 2025

All Star Wrestling, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Witness some of the very best wrestlers from around the world showcasing their skills in the ring, promising an unforgettable night of action. 7pm for 7.30pm start. £15 & £12. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online. All seats are unreserved. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 27 Feb 2025 until
 Sat 1 Mar 2025

Iolanthe, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. University of York Gilbert and Sullivan Society. This classic G&S opera is set for this production in the 1960s. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat. £15, 18 & under or 65 & over) £8. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Thu 27 Feb 2025

Royal Ballet: Swan Lake, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. (12A) Captured live April 2024, classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Swan Lake on the big screen is an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic. 7.15pm. £16, Child £10, Student/Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Thu 27 Feb 2025

A Village Headmaster, Thirkleby Village Hall. A talk by Dr John Ridley. 2pm. Visitors welcome £3. Annual subs £12.

Thu 27 Feb 2025

Ghosts: In History & Performance, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. Join researcher Dr Emma Liggins and theatre maker Adam Z Robinson for an evening of all things spooky. This special event combines a short talk on Gothic architecture with a spine-chilling ghost story performance. Refreshments will be available to purchase. 6pm. £25. tickets: Book online web: https://shop.beyonk.com/8p9ern3j/experiences/7m833ice

Fri 28 Feb 2025

Clay and Cocktails, Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Come and learn all about sculpting clay and produce your own candle holder. All done with a cocktail in hand!?Our new evening workshops are perfect for friends to enjoy drink and the unique sociability that comes from crafting together. 7.00pm - 9.00pm. £15. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: amy@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/clay-and-cocktails/

Fri 28 Feb 2025

Manford's Comedy Club, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Four top comedians, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford. 8pm. £15. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 1 Mar 2025

Dinner is Served, St John's Church, Berrygate Lane, Sharow HG4 5BJ. A lavish ten-course tasting menu of choral music, song and opera. 7.30pm. £20, Child (under 18) free. tickets: Book online web: https://www.jervaulxsingers.com

Sun 16 Mar 2025 until
 Sun 4 May 2025

New Yarnbombers display, Thirsk Market Place. Spectacular Spring project.

Sat 22 Mar 2025

Repair your stuff, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Be greener by avoiding waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items; cost is a voluntary donation. For further details or if you would like to volunteer, please email. 10am-1pm, last customer 12.30pm. Free, donations welcome. email: thirskrepaircafe@gmail.com

Mon 24 Mar 2025

Thirsk Museum re-opens, Thirsk Museum, 14-16 Kirkgate, Thirsk YO7 1PQ. We will open for the Summer season on Mon 24 Mar at 10.30am. Donation expected. web: http://thirskmuseum.org