Children's events
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Children's events
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Now until
Thu 12 Sep 2024
Kensuke's Kingdom (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Animation. Young Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, learning that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty. On Sunday shown with subtitles. 7.30pm, also Sat 2.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk
Now until
Sun 8 Sep 2024
Steam Gathering, Hunton, Bedale DL8 1QF. Over 1000 exhibits displaying over 120 years of Agricultural and Motoring Heritage. Ploughing match Sunday 11am. From 10am. Adult £10, Child (5-15) £5, Under 5s free. Free parking. tel: 01677 450461 email: info@huntonsteamgathering.co.uk web: https://www.huntonsteamgathering.co.uk
Now until
Sun 8 Sep 2024
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Have you got a golden ticket - see into your imagination and be taken on a fantastical journey into Willy Wonka’s mysterious sweet factory. Can you solve the Oompa Loompa puzzle?
Be Amazing Arts is bringing this family favourite to our stage. Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl. 7.30pm. £23, Child (under 18) £20. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk
Thu 12 Sep 2024
The Forage Box, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Enjoy nature’s pantry. A 5-hour guided session with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance and finding wild ingredients. There will also be plenty of food and drink to get stuck into! Expect a walking route of around 2km predominantly on footpaths. 11am-4pm. £70. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: Book online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk
Fri 13 Sep 2024 until
Sun 15 Sep 2024
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show, Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE. Beautiful floral displays as well as exceptional produce from the allotment. Garden inspiration for both expert and occasional gardener will feature in abundance. You can also enjoy Newby Hall's award winning gardens, live talks and demonstrations, great garden shopping, and stunning floral art installations within Newby Hall. 9.30am to 5pm. tel: 01423 648212 tickets: Online or on gate email: info@flowershow.org.uk web: https://www.flowershow.org.uk
Sat 14 Sep 2024
Castleton Show & road race, Castleton, Whitby YO21 2EU. A traditional village show. The Castleton Show Run is a most scenic and undulating road course of approximately 6 miles/10 km through the heart of the North York Moors (castletonshowrun@outlook.com). From 11am. email: castletonshow@hotmail.com web: https://www.facebook.com/castletonshow
Sat 14 Sep 2024
Heritage Open Day, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Thirsk's volunteer-run cinema is giving Heritage Free Guided Tours. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to see the Cinema with all the lights on, catching glimpses of the building's former life as a Mechanics Institute, remnants of the cinema history, and a sneaky look at the projection room. And of course this is the actual cinema where Helen and James went to the cinema in the latest series of All Creatures Great and Small. 10am, 11am, Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm. Free. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Booking not needed web: https://heritageopendays.org.uk
Sat 14 Sep 2024 until
Sun 15 Sep 2024
Stanhope Agricultural Show, Stanhope, Co Durham DL13 2PQ. A traditional show with a real community feel. 9am-6.30pm (4pm Sun). £10, Child £5, Family £25. tel: 07966 516270 tickets: At the gate by cash or card email: generalsecretary@stanhopeshow.com web: https://stanhopeshow.com
Fri 20 Sep 2024
Taylor Fever: Eras Experience Tour, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Taylor Fever is the electrifying tribute production to Taylor Swift – bringing the megastar's music to life on stage in an unforgettable live experience for all ages. 7.30pm. £19.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk
Sat 21 Sep 2024
Eggleston Agricultural Show, Hayberries Farm, Mickleton DL12 0LP. Traditional agricultural show. 10am-4pm. Adult £10, Child(5-14) £2, Under 5s free. Free parking. tel: 07742 000886 tickets: Cash only at gate email: egglestonshowsecretary@outlook.com web: https://www.egglestonshow.co.uk
Sat 21 Sep 2024 until
Sun 22 Sep 2024
Filey Kite Festival, Headland of Filey Brigg, Filey YO14 9ET. Spectacular views across Filey with some record breaking kites and fantastic displays. Free.
Sat 21 Sep 2024
Stokesley Show, Springfield, Stokesley, Middlesbrough TS9 5JL. One of the largest one day agricultural shows in the country. 8am-6pm. Adult £18, Child (5-16) £14, Under 5s free. tel: 01845 587158 tickets: Online or on gate email: secretary@stokesleyshow.co.uk web: https://www.stokesleyshow.co.uk
Sun 22 Sep 2024
Nidderdale Show, Pateley Bridge HG3 5BD. Celebrates the best of agricultural traditions with top class livestock, horse and dog sections and boasts one of the finest exhibitions of animals anywhere in the UK. 7.45am – 6pm. Adult £15 at gate, £13.50 online, Child (12-16) £4, Family (2+3) £33, Under 12s free. tel: 01347 821617 tickets: Online or at gate (costs more) email: info@nidderdaleshow.co.uk web: https://www.nidderdaleshow.co.uk
Thu 26 Sep 2024 until
Sun 29 Sep 2024
Steam Gala, North Yorks Moors Railway. Annual Steam Gala, a four-day celebration of steam. £49.50 for one day. Kids Go Free (aged 0-15). tickets: Book online web: https://nymr.co.uk/annual-steam-gala
Sat 28 Sep 2024 until
Sun 29 Sep 2024
Masham Sheep Fair, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DZ. Sheep showing, Sheep Racing, Craft Market, Bishop Blaize Procession, Fleece Stalls, Sheepdog Demonstrations, Hand Bell Ringers, Morris Dancers, Art Exhibition and Tours of Theakstons & Black Sheep Breweries, as well as a small Children's Fair. 10am-4pm. email: susancunliffelister@icloud.com web: https://www.mashamsheepfair.com
Sat 12 Oct 2024 until
Sun 13 Oct 2024
Back to the 1940s, Eden Camp, Malton YO17 6RT. This modern history museum brings history to life in a former prisoner of war camp. a weekend filled with nostalgic fun, lively music, and the charm of a bygone era. History lovers will discover something different around every corner whilst exploring the 22 original prisoner of war huts. The displays capture the humour, sacrifice and spirit of a nation at war. Visitors can discover the personal tributes and unique stories of some of the individuals throughout World War II. 9am-5pm. £15, Child (5-16) £13 - online prices. tel: 01653 915214 tickets: Book online or just come email: admin@edencamp.co.uk web: https://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/back-to-the-1940s
Sat 12 Oct 2024 until
Sun 13 Oct 2024
Nostalgia weekend, North Yorks Moors Railway. Through the Decades, weekend of nostalgia. CANCELLED>.
Fri 18 Oct 2024 until
Wed 6 Nov 2024
Crowe’s Wood Halloween Trail, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Spook-tacular outdoor trail. We encourage visitors to dress up for Halloween during the trail, we love to see your costumes! Aimed at families with primary school aged children, although we hope older children (and adults) will enjoy it too. Open 10am-5pm, closed Thursdays. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk
Tue 22 Oct 2024 until
Sat 26 Oct 2024
Beauty and the Beast, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Northallerton Musical Theatre Company. 7.15pm, also Sat 2.15pm. Adults £16, child £14. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk
Fri 25 Oct 2024 until
Tue 5 Nov 2024
Buckets of Fun Half Term, Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT. Discover buckets of fun activities hiding in the grounds of Kiplin this spring. Play games, explore trails, learn, and laugh as a family in the fresh air. Kiplin’s buckets of fun will be placed in the grounds and gardens for you to find. After using the resources in the buckets please put them back for another family to find. 10am-5pm, closed Thursdays. No extra charge - standard admission. tel: 01748 818178 tickets: On the gate or online email: info@kiplinhall.co.uk web: https://kiplinhall.co.uk
Sat 16 Nov 2024 until
Sun 17 Nov 2024
Santa and Mrs. Claus’ Arrival, Stockeld Park, Wetherby LS22 4AN. Santa and Mrs. Claus make a grand entrance to Stockeld Park, bringing joy and merriment to all. Watch their festive arrival and join in the cheer as they take a special trip around the park on their unicorn driven carriage, spreading the magic of the season to everyone before the officially open the Grotto. 1pm-2pm. email: enquiries@stockeldpark.co.uk web: https://stockeldpark.co.uk
Sun 17 Nov 2024
Thirsk Heritage Show, Thirsk Farmers Auction Mart YO7 3AB. Vintage & classic tractors, Engines, Farming Bygones, Classic & vintage vehicles, Motorcycles and more. 10am-5pm. Adult £8, Child (0-13) free. tel: 01609 770111 tickets: At gate web: https://www.facebook.com/NvtecNorthyorkshiireGroup
Fri 29 Nov 2024
Thirsk Christmas Lights, Market Place, Thirsk YO7 1EY. Switch-on of the Chirstmas lights, with entertainment and Father Christmas. 6.30pm. email: Info@christmasinthirsk.com web: https://www.facebook.com/christmasinthirsk