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44,535 copies for families of<br />
<strong>Primary</strong> School Children<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong><br />
& <strong>East</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong><br />
WINTER ISSUE No 82<br />
29 Nov 2017 – 28 Jan 2018
Dear Reader<br />
Welcome to the Christmas Issue<br />
of <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! There’s lots to<br />
celebrate <strong>and</strong> plenty to do to keep you entertained throughout<br />
the <strong>Winter</strong>. You’ll find lots of fantastic events <strong>and</strong> activities in<br />
our What’s On Guide, many of them are free, so pop along <strong>and</strong><br />
join in the fun.<br />
Santa is making many appearances around the region before<br />
taking to his sleigh for the big day. The What’s On Guide will<br />
tell you exactly where you can see Santa before Christmas Day -<br />
finding him couldn’t be easier!<br />
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a Panto or a show<br />
<strong>and</strong> you’ll find something to entertain the whole family in our<br />
Box Office pages.<br />
Don’t forget to enter our wonderful competitions on page 22.<br />
You could win tickets to see Beauty And The Beast at Harrogate<br />
Theatre, two tickets for Jack <strong>and</strong> The Beanstalk at York Theatre<br />
Royal, <strong>and</strong> Supper With Santa on the Princes Quay Express for<br />
2 Children! You’ve got to be in it to win it!<br />
Finally, everyone at <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> wishes you all a joyous<br />
festive time, <strong>and</strong> a wonderful 2018. We’ll see you next year for<br />
more fun ideas, events <strong>and</strong> competitions!<br />
Don’t forget, to let us know if there’s<br />
something exciting happening at your<br />
school, you can email us at<br />
sam@schoolspublishing.co.uk<br />
<strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Team<br />
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12-13 Christmas Crackers<br />
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20 Loopy Library<br />
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contents<br />
Holly Zheng, aged 6<br />
Christmas card<br />
Competition<br />
Winners!<br />
Every year <strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> asks<br />
children to create the picture for our<br />
Christmas Card. This year we received<br />
a sack full of wonderful entries <strong>and</strong> we<br />
would like to thank you all for taking<br />
the time to draw, colour, paint <strong>and</strong><br />
glitter your designs for us!<br />
The overall winner of the<br />
competition is Holly Zheng’s,<br />
aged 6 from Garnetbank <strong>Primary</strong><br />
School in Glasgow who will<br />
receive 50 Christmas cards made<br />
up in her design of Santa next to a Christmas Tree.<br />
We were so overwhelmed by the st<strong>and</strong>ard of entries that we have<br />
also decided to award two runner up prizes who will also receive<br />
50 copies of their designs made into cards, they were: Sahaib Parvez,<br />
aged 10 from Cambuslang, Glasgow <strong>and</strong> Florence Holt, aged 6 from<br />
Radley <strong>Primary</strong> School, Abingdon. Everyone that entered was a winner.<br />
Florence Holt,<br />
aged 6<br />
Sahaib Parvez,<br />
aged 10<br />
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northyorkshirenews<br />
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Bedlamb <strong>and</strong><br />
The Christmas<br />
Adventure<br />
Bedlamb was originally a toy lamb that my<br />
daughter, took to bed, hence Bedlamb.<br />
Bedlamb is her special toy <strong>and</strong> has to be left<br />
at home when the family goes out. However,<br />
Bedlamb doesn’t want to be left out of things,<br />
so if he is left alone, he goes off on his own<br />
adventures. But will he still be there when<br />
Natasha returns?<br />
Everyone loves the magic of Christmas, <strong>and</strong><br />
everyone loves Santa; but what if Santa was<br />
unable to complete all the deliveries? What<br />
would happen to Christmas then?<br />
Yes the books are available for sale, but more<br />
than that, can you help spread the word?<br />
Bedlamb would be delighted if you could!<br />
Please like us: www.Facebook.com/<br />
adventuresBedlamb<br />
Follow us: @AdventrsBedlamb<br />
You can get a FREE copy of the digital flipbook:<br />
visit us at: www.theadventuresofbedlamb.com<br />
Scholarships at<br />
Hull Collegiate<br />
Year 6 pupils in<br />
<strong>East</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>North</strong> Lincolnshire<br />
are being given the<br />
opportunity to apply<br />
for a Scholarship at Hull<br />
Collegiate School. The<br />
scholarships will cover pupils’ termly tuition fees<br />
(up to the value up 100% from Year 7 entry in<br />
September 2018 through to the completion of<br />
their external exams at GCSE / A Level. Pupils<br />
wishing to apply must be registered to sit the<br />
entrance exam taking place on Saturday 20<br />
January 2018. For further information please visit<br />
www.hullcollegiateschool.co.uk or telephone<br />
01482 657016.<br />
‘ig’ – A healthy eating story<br />
‘ig’ is a children’s book where healthy eating is at the heart of the story. It was created by Jake<br />
Attree <strong>and</strong> Matthew Callaby, two friends who believe that books can be good for children’s bodies<br />
as well as their brains.<br />
Successfully crowd-funded through Kickstarter where it was named one of the site’s ‘Projects<br />
We Love’, the book follows the story of a giant called Ig who’s too big to live in the woods that<br />
he has to live on top of them<br />
instead. But he’s not up there<br />
by himself. Living on top of<br />
him, in a town on his tummy,<br />
are his pals the Igglees. When<br />
Ig wakes up feeling a bit under<br />
the weather one morning the<br />
Igglees need to pull-together<br />
to work out how they’re going<br />
to make him better, but can<br />
they do it before he sneezes<br />
the town into a big mess..?<br />
The book comes free with a<br />
recipe card so that children<br />
can make the same tasty,<br />
healthy fruit smoothie (plus<br />
two more) that the characters<br />
do in the story. It’s available<br />
from igthebook.co.uk <strong>and</strong><br />
NotOnTheHighStreet.com.<br />
Junior Open<br />
Exhibition<br />
Saturday 25 November -<br />
Sunday 21 January 2018<br />
If you know someone aged 15 <strong>and</strong> under who is a<br />
budding artist, why not encourage them to enter<br />
our Junior Open Exhibition?<br />
The competition is free to enter <strong>and</strong> selected<br />
works are displayed at Hull Maritime Museum<br />
between Saturday 25 November <strong>and</strong> Sunday 21<br />
January 2018.<br />
A launch event for the exhibition is taking place<br />
on Saturday 25 November in The Studio at Ferens<br />
Art Gallery, across the square from Hull Maritime<br />
Museum.<br />
We accept artworks submitted by - individuals,<br />
schools <strong>and</strong> youth groups.<br />
Prizes have kindly been donated by Friends of the<br />
Ferens <strong>and</strong> The Hull <strong>and</strong> <strong>East</strong> Riding branch of The<br />
Arts Society <strong>and</strong> are awarded to the best entries in<br />
the following three age categories -six <strong>and</strong> under,<br />
seven to 11 <strong>and</strong> 12 to 15.<br />
For information about entry requirements<br />
please access the Junior Open website<br />
www.hull.gov.uk/resident/culture/junior-openexhibition-entry-details<br />
Wear a Funky Scarf Day<br />
Wear a Funky Scarf Day is Charity Link’s annual dress up<br />
day; simply funk up your scarf <strong>and</strong> give a donation to help<br />
improve the lives of individuals <strong>and</strong> families in need across<br />
Leicestershire. The day is designed to be great fun but also has<br />
a serious message - as many of the people that Charity Link<br />
helps can’t afford to keep warm over winter. The day is perfect<br />
for schools, workplaces, or for groups of family <strong>and</strong> friends to<br />
join in. Cake sales, raffles or fun scarf themed activities all add<br />
to the spirit of the day. Charity Link has balloons, leaflets <strong>and</strong><br />
school <strong>and</strong> workplace packs for those interested in supporting<br />
the day. Visit www.charity-link.org/funkyscarfday<br />
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16 Nov - 5 Jan<br />
The Lost Traditions of Medieval Christmas<br />
Rediscovered<br />
Barley Hall YO1 8AR www.barleyhall.co.uk<br />
Join the lady of the house, Joan Snawsell of Barley<br />
Hall, as she prepares her household to welcome the<br />
great <strong>and</strong> the good of York into her home for the festive<br />
season. Expect to see much greenery <strong>and</strong> colour as you<br />
are transported back in time to explore the beautifully<br />
decorated rooms of Barley Hall, each dressed to reflect<br />
the different activities that would have taken place in<br />
the home <strong>and</strong> around the city in Lady Snawsell’s time.<br />
18 Nov - 14 Dec<br />
A Country House Christmas<br />
Burton Constable HU11 4LN<br />
www.burtonconstable.com<br />
A visit to this fascinating country house at Christmas<br />
is the perfect chance to lift your spirits for the festive<br />
season ahead. Children can experience the magic of<br />
the hall at its twinkling best as they search for the<br />
Christmas crackers hidden in each room.<br />
24 Nov - 17 Dec<br />
Christmas at Dalby Forest<br />
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre YO18 7LT<br />
www.forestry.gov.uk<br />
Get the whole family in the festive spirit<br />
at Dalby. On your visit to the forest,<br />
take some snaps at the selfie scene, or<br />
help the elves find the perfect tree for<br />
Santa on our fantastic Christmas trail!<br />
Plus choose your 100% Santa approved<br />
christmas tree! Sales centre is open every Friday/<br />
Saturday 10am-6pm <strong>and</strong> Sundays 10am-4pm from<br />
24th November untill 17th December.<br />
25 Nov - 24 Dec<br />
Story Time With Santa<br />
Flamingo L<strong>and</strong> YO17 6UX www.flamingol<strong>and</strong>.co.uk<br />
WEEKENDS ONLY. Building on the popularity of this<br />
event during the 2016 festive season, Story Time<br />
with Santa will be making a welcome return. This<br />
year will see The Exploratorium transformed into a<br />
spectacular Grotto, complete with delightful reindeer.<br />
Here, Santa <strong>and</strong> his elves will welcome children at<br />
11:00am, 1:00pm <strong>and</strong> 3:00pm, providing a festive tale,<br />
Don’t forget to<br />
say you saw it in<br />
<strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong>!<br />
If you are looking for more inspiration, there<br />
are many more events on our website<br />
www.primarytimes.net/nyorks<br />
traditional gift <strong>and</strong> a photo opportunity. Story Time<br />
with Santa is available for £10 per child, in addition to<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> at Flamingo L<strong>and</strong> general admission.<br />
A parent or guardian will be welcome to<br />
accompany each child during Story Time<br />
with Santa at no additional charge.<br />
Magical Christmas Experience<br />
Piglets YO32 9ST<br />
www.pigletsadventurefarm.com<br />
For a truly unforgettable Christmas<br />
experience, visit Piglets Adventure Farm this<br />
festive season! (Taking place every day from 25th<br />
November until 24th December.) Pick your sleigh flight<br />
time <strong>and</strong> book your tickets now!<br />
27 Nov - 23 Dec<br />
Christmas at Burton Agnes<br />
Burton Agnes YO25 4NB www.burtonagnes.com<br />
A huge Christmas tree from the estate’s forestl<strong>and</strong><br />
will dominate the Great Hall. Original Elizabethan <strong>and</strong><br />
Jacobean quarters will be decorated in traditional<br />
style whilst the extraordinary Long Gallery will have<br />
a contemporary Christmas mood to complement its<br />
collection of modern <strong>and</strong> impressionist art. From<br />
5-9pm on the 7th & 21st December join in with festive<br />
carols in the courtyard.<br />
Angels on High<br />
Castle Howard YO60 7DA www.castlehoward.co.uk<br />
This Christmas a host of angels will descend on Castle<br />
Howard. Inspired by its architecture, interiors <strong>and</strong><br />
art collections these fabulous creatures, classic <strong>and</strong><br />
contemporary, will populate the gr<strong>and</strong> state rooms<br />
to spectacular effect. Together with glorious floral<br />
creations <strong>and</strong> inspired decorations, Angels on<br />
High will surprise <strong>and</strong> delight.<br />
Santa & the PQ Express<br />
Princes Quay HU1 2PQ<br />
www.princesquay.com<br />
Board the PQ Express to arrive<br />
at the Elves workshop <strong>and</strong> visit<br />
Santa in The <strong>North</strong> Pole. Children<br />
£6 each – maximum of 4 per booking.<br />
Personalised entry ticket. PQ Express<br />
experience including a magical train ride to The<br />
<strong>North</strong> Pole. Visit the Elves workshop <strong>and</strong> create your very<br />
own decorations. Elves activity workshop <strong>and</strong> colouring<br />
in sheets. A magical visit to see Santa <strong>and</strong> receive a gift.<br />
We check<br />
listings carefully but<br />
event details <strong>and</strong> prices<br />
may be subject to change.<br />
Please always check<br />
with the venue.<br />
27 Nov - 1 Jan<br />
Christmas at York Museum Gardens<br />
York Museum Gardens YO1 7FR<br />
www.christmasatyorkmuseumgardens.co.uk<br />
The journey begins in a Christmas courtyard where<br />
visitors can enjoy festive treats such as mulled wine, hot<br />
chocolate <strong>and</strong> tasty local food, a vintage fairground ride<br />
<strong>and</strong> games stall, or even special UV face-painting.<br />
27 Nov - 5 Jan<br />
Medieval Christmas<br />
Barley Hall YO1 8AR www.barleyhall.co.uk<br />
This is your chance to discover the hidden history of<br />
Christmas in medieval York at the beautifully decorated<br />
townhouse, Barley Hall. As today, celebrations during<br />
the Christmas period in the Middle Ages were both social<br />
<strong>and</strong> religious occasions. For the wealthier households in<br />
the city there were also certain obligations that had to<br />
be fulfilled, as a medieval Christmas was not just about<br />
family, but about the community too.<br />
27 Nov - 8 Jan<br />
Christmas Adventure<br />
Stockeld Park LS22 4AN www.stockeldpark.co.uk<br />
Open from 10.30am to 8.30pm <strong>and</strong> after dark the<br />
whole park is magically lit by thous<strong>and</strong>s of twinkling<br />
lights! Entry to our Woodl<strong>and</strong> Cafe, Gift & Tree shop is<br />
free during our winter season. Plus, guests can choose<br />
to buy tickets to enter our exciting Adventure Zones,<br />
including our Real Ice Rink, Nordic Ski Trail & Illuminated<br />
Enchanted Forest.<br />
30 Nov - 30 Dec<br />
Glow <strong>Winter</strong> Illuminations<br />
RHS Garden Harlow Carr HG3 1QB<br />
www.rhs.org.uk<br />
See Harlow Carr in a different light<br />
this winter as special lighting<br />
effects bring a touch of magic.<br />
Enjoy an illuminated trail around<br />
the magnificent trees <strong>and</strong> shrubs as<br />
dusk falls. See the lake, <strong>Winter</strong> Walk,<br />
Streamside <strong>and</strong> Doric columns as you’ve<br />
never seen them before. Visitors can bask in the<br />
‘glow’ of the winter illuminations three evenings a<br />
week (Thursday – Saturday) from 3pm – 8pm, with last<br />
admission at 7pm. Reduced entry applies after 3pm.<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
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what's on where<br />
30 Nov - 12 Jan<br />
Geocaching Tail Trail<br />
Venues across Settle & Dales<br />
www.yorkshiredales.org.uk<br />
FREE! Discover the story of Christmas! Hidden all over<br />
Settle are secret geocaches. Get your detective’s hat on<br />
<strong>and</strong> use your GPS device to uncover a hidden story, fun<br />
for all the family. An adventure around Settle as you<br />
discover clues to unlock your digital story. For further<br />
information or to book, contact: 05603 845 693<br />
1 Dec<br />
Yuletide Museum at Night<br />
Ryedale Folk Museum YO62 6UA<br />
www.ryedalefolkmuseum.co.uk<br />
FREE! A rare chance to visit Ryedale Folk Museum in<br />
the evening - all festively decorated <strong>and</strong> ready for<br />
Christmas! A selection of the Museum’s buildings will<br />
be open for visitors to explore free of charge. The lights<br />
will be twinkling <strong>and</strong> it’ll no doubt be seasonally chilly,<br />
but to warm you up there will be mulled wine <strong>and</strong> hot<br />
mince pies available from the Victorian range.<br />
1 Dec - 3 Dec<br />
Christmas Craft & Food Fair<br />
Sledmere House YO25 3XG www.sledmerehouse.com<br />
Over 100 stalls selling crafts, gifts, decorations <strong>and</strong><br />
food for the festive period. Sat & Sun only: Tractor<br />
<strong>and</strong> trailer trips to the Deer Park <strong>and</strong> children can visit<br />
Father Christmas in his magical Grotto.<br />
1 Dec - 10 Dec<br />
Country House Christmas<br />
Kiplin Hall DL10 6AT www.kiplinhall.co.uk<br />
This year our chosen theme is A Country House<br />
Christmas, an Edwardian Christmas depicted in flowers<br />
<strong>and</strong> fresh greenery throughout the house. Enjoy the<br />
atmosphere as you stroll through the house. Lots<br />
of original gift ideas <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>made crafts at the<br />
Christmas Gift Fair, a mouthwatering range of festive<br />
treats will be served in the Tea Room, <strong>and</strong> if the<br />
weather is fine enjoy a winter stroll in the gardens.<br />
1 Dec - 17 Dec<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> indulgence<br />
Goddards House YO24 1GG<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/goddards<br />
From toasting your toes <strong>and</strong> enjoying a sherry by<br />
the drawing room fire, to discovering the Christmas<br />
traditions of the Terry family <strong>and</strong> their factory workers,<br />
Goddards is opening its doors for a nostalgic run up<br />
to Christmas.<br />
1 Dec - 24 Dec<br />
The Magic of Christmas<br />
RHS Garden Harlow Carr HG3 1QB www.rhs.org.uk<br />
Selected dates & times; Put on your best Christmas<br />
jumper <strong>and</strong> get in the festive spirit on a Christmas trail.<br />
Make a 3D snowman or Christmas tree, decorate a<br />
Christmas pudding plate <strong>and</strong> cookie <strong>and</strong> don’t forget to<br />
enter our design a Christmas jumper competition.<br />
1 Dec - 25 Dec<br />
Living Advent Calender<br />
Venues across York www.visityork.org/christmas<br />
FREE! ‘Experience York’s Living Advent Calendar as<br />
25 locations across the city reveal a different festive<br />
window display each day. Pick-up your trail map from<br />
the Visit York Visitor Information Centre or view it<br />
online at yorkadvent.com<br />
1 Dec - 7 Jan<br />
Filey Fishing Christmas Tree<br />
Coble L<strong>and</strong>ing, Filey YO14 9LF<br />
www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com<br />
To celebrate Filey’s traditional fishing heritage, the<br />
community has come together to create Filey’s Fishing<br />
Christmas Tree made from lobsterpots <strong>and</strong> all things<br />
fishy! Join us from 4.30pm on Coble L<strong>and</strong>ing in Filey<br />
for free family festive entertainment <strong>and</strong> activities,<br />
provided by various community groups, including the<br />
ever-popular Filey Fishermen’s Choir <strong>and</strong> a visit from<br />
Santa on his sea-faring sleigh!<br />
2 Dec<br />
Stickman Family Day<br />
Beverley Minster HU17 0DN<br />
www.beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
Another of our famous family days! This time step<br />
into the magical wintery world of Julia Donaldson’s<br />
“Stickman”. Under the gaze of Beverley Minster’s<br />
twin Christmas trees, there is fun for all the family<br />
with crafts, games, activities, films, stories <strong>and</strong><br />
refreshments. For more information,<br />
ben@beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
Whitby Krampus Run<br />
Whitby YO22<br />
www.decadentdrawing.com/whitbykrampusrun<br />
The run <strong>and</strong> parade starts from Tate Hill Beach (YO22<br />
4DL) along Church Street, Bridge Street <strong>and</strong> along<br />
S<strong>and</strong>gate to the Market Place with a street collection<br />
for Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary. Family friendly<br />
workshops are planned in the lead up to the event<br />
featuring art activities, such as mask <strong>and</strong> costume<br />
making , music <strong>and</strong> comparative folklore <strong>and</strong> festive<br />
traditions.<br />
Christmas Light Switch On<br />
Pickering YO18 8DY www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com<br />
For a small town, Pickering makes a big deal out of its<br />
Christmas Lights switch on, with a special celebratory<br />
event held each year, packed with music <strong>and</strong> family<br />
friendly, festive entertainment. We aim to close the<br />
Market Place from 10am to host a Christmas Market<br />
with attractions all day too.<br />
Christmas Concert at Malham Cove<br />
Malham National Parks Centre BD23 4DA<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/malham-tarn-estate<br />
Come <strong>and</strong> be entertained by a local brass b<strong>and</strong>, playing<br />
seasonal favourites in the awe-inspiring setting of<br />
Malham Cove. Mulled wine <strong>and</strong> mince pies will be<br />
served by National Trust staff, everyone welcome. Wear<br />
appropriate outdoor clothing <strong>and</strong> sturdy footwear.<br />
Bring a torch. Free entry, but there will be a charge<br />
for refreshments. Allow 30 minutes to stroll down to<br />
the Cove.<br />
Pannal <strong>Primary</strong> PTA Christmas Fair<br />
Pannal <strong>Primary</strong> School HG3 1LH<br />
www.pannal.ycway.uk<br />
Fabulous family fun with stalls, food, mulled wine <strong>and</strong><br />
Father Christmas himself.<br />
The Story of Christmas<br />
Ripon Cathedral HG4 1QS www.riponcathedral.info<br />
The Story of Christmas with Carols Experience the<br />
wonder of Christmas with music, drama <strong>and</strong> dance<br />
capturing the evocative stories of Christmas narrated<br />
by actor John Middleton. Featuring traditional carols by<br />
Ripon Cathedral Choir & Ripon Grammar School, with<br />
local actors <strong>and</strong> ballet dancers from the academy of<br />
<strong>North</strong>ern Ballet.<br />
A Victorian Christmas<br />
Ryedale Folk Museum YO62 6UA<br />
www.ryedalefolkmuseum.co.uk<br />
The Museum will come to life with festive fun for all the<br />
family, including the opportunity to visit Green Father<br />
Christmas or ‘Old <strong>Winter</strong>’ - he will meet children whilst<br />
sat by the fire in one of the Museum’s most characterful<br />
old buildings (£3 per child). There will be plenty of<br />
opportunities for photographs <strong>and</strong> each child will<br />
receive a small gift from Old <strong>Winter</strong>’s present chest.<br />
2 Dec - 3 Dec<br />
Rusticus Christmas Adventure<br />
Sewerby Hall YO15 1EA www.sewerbyhall.co.uk<br />
Wrap up in your warmest woollens for some crazy<br />
Christmas Carolling! You’ll gather fuel with Good King<br />
Wenceslas, meet a nutty squirrel, <strong>and</strong> dance with a<br />
real snowflake! Magical outdoor performance with<br />
activities. 11.30am, 1pm & 2.30pm<br />
Grassington Dickensian Festival<br />
Grassington Square BD23 5AA<br />
www.grassingtondickensian.co.uk<br />
Grassington, a picturesque village, will be transported<br />
back to the bygone era of Dickens. Soak up the festive<br />
atmosphere of cobbled streets, being treated to a<br />
glorious array of sights, tastes <strong>and</strong> smells, with a<br />
warming mulled wine or hot chocolate, next to the<br />
festive glow of an open brazier. Full entertainment<br />
programme with b<strong>and</strong>s, buskers <strong>and</strong> Victorian street<br />
entertainers <strong>and</strong> for the children, a chance to meet<br />
Santa in his hideaway grotto <strong>and</strong> to take part in a<br />
torchlit nativity procession.<br />
Christmas Market<br />
Market Place, Knaresborough HG5 8AL<br />
www.knaresboroughchristmasmarket.co.uk<br />
Knaresborough market square <strong>and</strong> the surrounding<br />
streets <strong>and</strong> courtyards overflow with festive delights<br />
<strong>and</strong> christmas cheer for the first weekend in December.<br />
Visit our traditional <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Christmas Market for<br />
a feast to greet the senses, Fine local food <strong>and</strong> drink<br />
stalls, lovely h<strong>and</strong>made gifts <strong>and</strong> seasonal items, luxury<br />
goods too! Entertainment all day from brass b<strong>and</strong>s,<br />
Morris dancers, choirs <strong>and</strong> a Fabulous Firework Finale<br />
on Sunday.<br />
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Festive Magic this Christmas<br />
with the National Trust<br />
If you’re looking for fun,<br />
festive days out in the run up<br />
to Christmas here’s just some<br />
of what the family can all enjoy<br />
at these great National Trust<br />
places in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Yorkshire</strong>:<br />
Beningbrough Hall, Gallery<br />
& Gardens, near York<br />
Wrap up warm for weekend<br />
adventures at Beningbrough<br />
Hall, Gallery <strong>and</strong> Gardens this<br />
winter. In the garden there are<br />
15 owls to look out for. The<br />
‘Oh wise owl’ sculpture trail<br />
has owls made of wood, metal,<br />
tyres <strong>and</strong> all sorts of different<br />
materials on display - see if your<br />
kids can find them all.<br />
Father Christmas will be<br />
calling into Beningbrough with<br />
his elves - book a place for your<br />
kids to see him for a story <strong>and</strong><br />
to have a chat about what they<br />
want for Christmas, <strong>and</strong> every<br />
weekend in December, come<br />
along for Christmas Artrageous<br />
– our family art workshops to<br />
make a different festive craft<br />
every weekend.<br />
Fountains Abbey & Studley<br />
Royal, near Ripon<br />
Kickstart the Christmas<br />
festivities with a trip to the<br />
Fountains Abbey Christmas<br />
Post Office from 25 November.<br />
Kids can write to Father<br />
Christmas to tell him how good<br />
they’ve been this year <strong>and</strong><br />
then send their letter off to the<br />
<strong>North</strong> Pole. Father Christmas<br />
himself will be touching down<br />
in his grotto on weekends 25<br />
November – 17 December.<br />
The abbey will be twinkling<br />
with colourful lights too. Come<br />
<strong>and</strong> listen to some Christmas<br />
music <strong>and</strong> get into the early<br />
festive season spirit.<br />
Nunnington Hall, near<br />
Helmsley<br />
Visit Nunnington Hall <strong>and</strong><br />
celebrate Christmas in the<br />
1920s. The festivities are<br />
in full swing with the butler<br />
waiting to greet the whole<br />
family by the fire. There’ll be<br />
plenty of festive activities to<br />
enjoy. Father Christmas will be<br />
visiting <strong>and</strong> asking children to<br />
join in with carol singing <strong>and</strong><br />
storytelling with his elf helper.<br />
Book a place <strong>and</strong> every child<br />
will receive a personalised<br />
invitation for their visit <strong>and</strong><br />
a gift to put under the tree.<br />
Capture the visit with a<br />
memorable family photo in<br />
Father Christmas’ sleigh next<br />
to the tree <strong>and</strong> roaring fire.<br />
Ormesby Hall,<br />
Middlesbrough<br />
Ormesby Hall will be open this<br />
Christmas too – come <strong>and</strong> see<br />
the entrance hall decorated,<br />
ready for the servants’<br />
Christmas party. There’s also<br />
a children’s trail to follow<br />
through some of the rooms, all<br />
decorated with greenery from<br />
the gardens. And, if you need<br />
to pick up a Christmas tree,<br />
they’ll be on sale in the stables<br />
courtyard.<br />
For details of all opening times at National Trust places this<br />
Christmas, booking information <strong>and</strong> more ideas of things to do<br />
with the kids, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/yorkshire<br />
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what's on where<br />
2 Dec - 17 Dec<br />
Christmas at Nunnington<br />
Nunnington Hall YO62 5UY<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nunnington-hall<br />
Discover the Hall as it would have been at Christmas<br />
through history, from the Georgian era to the war years<br />
<strong>and</strong> after.<br />
2 Dec - 18 Dec<br />
Helmsley’s Christmas Tree Festival<br />
Helmsley YO62 www.visithelmsley.co.uk<br />
The church <strong>and</strong> market square are adorned with magical<br />
Christmas trees <strong>and</strong> twinkling star-lights, with festive<br />
entertainment ‘Light Up the Town’ on the first night, 2<br />
December<br />
2 Dec - 23 Dec<br />
Santa Special 2017!<br />
<strong>Yorkshire</strong> Museum of Farming YO19 5UF<br />
www.murtonpark.co.uk/santa-special<br />
WEEKENDS ONLY. The Derwent Valley Light Railway will<br />
be providing Santa with train transport to ensure that the<br />
whole operation runs smoothly <strong>and</strong> the highly skilled<br />
<strong>and</strong> efficient team of Elves under the direction of Chief Elf<br />
Bauble will be h<strong>and</strong>ling things on the village. What could<br />
possibly go wrong! (There is a rumour that the Elves this<br />
year have decided to go into politics – but who will get<br />
your vote, we wonder?)<br />
2 Dec - 24 Dec<br />
Santa’s Grotto<br />
Thorp Perrow Arboretum DL8 2PS<br />
www.thorpperrow.com<br />
WEEKENDS ONLY. Count down the 12 days of Christmas<br />
on a stroll through the Arboretum, until you find yourself<br />
at the grotto, nestled deep in the woods. The elves<br />
welcome <strong>and</strong> guide you through the winter wonderl<strong>and</strong>,<br />
where you’ll meet a host of wonderful creatures before<br />
arriving outside Santa’s log cabin home. Inside, you’ll<br />
meet the donkeys, take a sneak peek into the elves<br />
bedroom <strong>and</strong> look out onto the bustling ski village below.<br />
2 Dec - 31 Dec<br />
Oh wise owl’ art trail<br />
Beningbrough Hall YO30 1DD<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough<br />
Get outdoors <strong>and</strong> closer to nature this winter at<br />
Beningbrough Hall, exploring the nation’s love of owls<br />
through a series of artworks. Find fourteen sculptures<br />
<strong>and</strong> a sound piece in unexpected places.<br />
Finderella<br />
The Deep HU9 1TU www.thedeep.co.uk<br />
Come along to our fun-packed Christmas pantomime<br />
every day from 2 to 23 December. Join Fin-derella as she<br />
returns home from the Prince’s ball in a classic tale with a<br />
fishy twist. This laugh out loud performance has bundles<br />
of audience participation, so make sure your little ones<br />
don’t miss out! Performances will take place at 11:30am<br />
<strong>and</strong> 3:30pm each day in Endless Ocean. Fin-derella is<br />
included in our st<strong>and</strong>ard entry price.<br />
2 Dec - 27 Jan<br />
Parkrun at Dalby<br />
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre YO18 7LT<br />
www.parkrun.org.uk/dalbyforest<br />
It is a 5km run - it’s you against the clock. When is it?<br />
Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? It’s run at Dalby.<br />
What does it cost to join in? Nothing - it’s free! but please<br />
register before your first run. How fast do I have to be?<br />
We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along<br />
<strong>and</strong> join in whatever your pace!<br />
Harrogate Junior Parkrun<br />
The Valley Gardens HG1 2SZ<br />
www.parkrun.org.uk/harrogate-juniors<br />
What is Harrogate junior parkrun? It is a 2k run for juniors<br />
only (4-14 year olds). If you are not a junior please try<br />
one of our weekly Saturday parkrun events instead. When<br />
is it? It is held every Sunday at 9:00am. What does it cost<br />
to join in? Nothing - it’s free! but please register before<br />
your first run. How fast do I have to be? The aim is to have<br />
fun. Please come along <strong>and</strong> join in whatever your pace!<br />
Knavesmire Junior Parkrun<br />
The Knavesmire YO23 1EX<br />
www.parkrun.org.uk/knavesmire-juniors<br />
What is Knavesmire junior parkrun? It is a 2k run for<br />
juniors only (4-14 year olds). If you are not a junior please<br />
try one of our weekly Saturday parkrun events instead.<br />
When is it? It is held every Sunday at 9:00am. What does<br />
it cost to join in? Nothing - it’s free! but please register<br />
before your first run. How fast do I have to be? The aim<br />
is to have fun. Please come along <strong>and</strong> join in whatever<br />
your pace!<br />
Peter Pan Junior Parkrun<br />
Peter Pan Park HU4 6TE<br />
www.parkrun.org.uk/peterpan-juniors<br />
What is Peter Pan junior parkrun? It is a 2k run for<br />
juniors only (4-14 year olds). If you are not a junior<br />
please try one of our weekly Saturday parkrun<br />
events instead. When is it? It is held every Sunday at<br />
9:00am. What does it cost to join in? Nothing - it’s<br />
free! but please register before your first run. How<br />
fast do I have to be? The aim is to have fun. Please<br />
come along <strong>and</strong> join in whatever your pace!<br />
Sewerby parkrun<br />
Sewerby Hall YO15 1EA<br />
www.parkrun.org.uk/sewerby<br />
It is a 5km run - it’s you against the clock. When is<br />
it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? It’s run at<br />
Sewerby Hall. What does it cost to join in? Nothing<br />
- it’s free! but please register before your first run.<br />
How fast do I have to be? We all run for our own<br />
enjoyment. Please come along <strong>and</strong> join in whatever<br />
your pace!<br />
Saturday Art Club<br />
Scarborough Art Gallery YO11 2PW<br />
www.scarboroughmuseumstrust.com<br />
Get the weekend off to a creative start with your<br />
family <strong>and</strong> friends. Each week, meet the course<br />
leader in the Art Gallery to gather inspiration<br />
then head next door to Woodend to make your<br />
own artwork <strong>and</strong> try a range of techniques. The<br />
workshops are designed for both adults <strong>and</strong> children,<br />
with a chance to learn new skills <strong>and</strong> enjoy art<br />
together. £3 per person per session – all materials<br />
included. Booking required – please call 01723<br />
374753<br />
3 Dec<br />
Advent Procession<br />
Beverley Minster HU17 0DN<br />
www.beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
Advent Procession - (Doors open at 5.45pm) An<br />
atmospheric service of darkness to light, as the choir<br />
process around the Minster, <strong>and</strong> readings <strong>and</strong> music<br />
speak of the coming of Christ.<br />
Art of Marbling<br />
Art of Marbling <strong>Yorkshire</strong>, Beverley HU17 7SB<br />
www.facebook.com/Art-of-Marbling-<strong>Yorkshire</strong><br />
This will be an hour <strong>and</strong> a half of creative crafty<br />
fun for kids <strong>and</strong> their grownups! “Marbling” is the<br />
art of creating colourful patterns by sprinkling <strong>and</strong><br />
brushing colour pigments onto a tray of special<br />
water <strong>and</strong> then transforming this pattern on to<br />
paper. It can be as simple, or complex a pattern as<br />
you like. Ages 4+ - booking essential<br />
Childrens Storytelling<br />
Royal Pump Room HR1 2SA<br />
www.facebook.com/HarrogateMuseum<br />
FREE! Join us for storytelling <strong>and</strong> crafts in the Royal<br />
Pump Room Museum on the first Sunday of each<br />
month.<br />
Christmas Fair<br />
Kirk Hammerton C of E <strong>Primary</strong> School YO26 8DE<br />
www.kirkhammerton.n-yorks.sch.uk<br />
12noon - 2pm at school. Free entry. Please join us for<br />
a delicious home-cooked turkey <strong>and</strong> stuffing roll <strong>and</strong><br />
a mince pie or two! There will be plenty of exciting<br />
stalls to look at <strong>and</strong> fun activities for the children.<br />
This is such an important event for our school<br />
fundraising, please do come along <strong>and</strong> support us.<br />
Sutton Bank Easy Access<br />
Sutton Bank National Park Centre YO7 2EH<br />
www.northyorkmoors.org.uk<br />
Emma Rule shows you the stunning views along<br />
this 3.5 mile Sutton Bank walk which is also suitable<br />
for wheelchairs <strong>and</strong> mobility scooters. Suggested<br />
donation £2. Children must be accompanied by an<br />
adult. Wheelchair accessible.<br />
Advent Carol Service<br />
Ripon Cathedral HG4 1QS www.riponcathedral.info<br />
Advent Carol Service <strong>and</strong> Procession from 5:30<br />
pm - 6:30 pm<br />
5 Dec<br />
Christmas Concert<br />
The Royal Hall HG1 2RD www.henshaws.org.uk<br />
In aid of Henshaws; This years Christmas Concert<br />
is being held at The Royal Hall in Harrogate with a<br />
number of fantastic performers, mince pies, mulled<br />
wine <strong>and</strong> its all for a good cause, whats not to love!<br />
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6 Dec<br />
Festival of Carols<br />
Hull New Theatre Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HF<br />
www.hulltheatres.co.uk<br />
This annual concert includes carols old <strong>and</strong> new<br />
performed by choirs from around 40 of Hull’s <strong>Primary</strong><br />
Schools. This mix of Christmas music together with a<br />
nativity <strong>and</strong> audience participation plus traditional<br />
carols is always popular with audiences. This year’s<br />
Nativity will be a Nativity with a difference - giant<br />
puppets to tell the story together with carols <strong>and</strong> a<br />
sung narrative to tell the story.<br />
A Timeless Village<br />
Church of St John the Baptist, Pockley YO62 7TQ<br />
www.northyorkmoors.org.uk<br />
Only a few miles from busy Helmsley, Pockley appears<br />
quiet <strong>and</strong> remote. On this 1¼ mile stroll around the<br />
village with Peter Turton, we appreciate the thatcher’s<br />
thatching <strong>and</strong> visit the small church. Suggested<br />
donation £2. Children must be accompanied by an<br />
adult. Not wheelchair accessible<br />
Breakfast with Santa<br />
The Kestrel HG5 8LY www.vintageinn.co.uk<br />
Make the most of meeting Santa by tucking into a<br />
hearty breakfast together. It’s £7.50 per child; this<br />
includes a cooked breakfast, fresh fruit juice <strong>and</strong> a gift<br />
from Santa. Free tea <strong>and</strong> coffee will be provided for<br />
mum’s <strong>and</strong> dads.<br />
9 Dec - 10 Dec<br />
Grassington Dickensian Festival<br />
Grassington Square BD23 5AA<br />
www.grassingtondickensian.co.uk<br />
Grassington, a picturesque village, will be transported<br />
back to the bygone era of Dickens.Soak up the festive<br />
atmosphere of cobbled streets, being treated to a<br />
glorious array of sights, tastes <strong>and</strong> smells, with a<br />
warming mulled wine or hot chocolate, next to the<br />
festive glow of an open brazier. Full entertainment<br />
programme with b<strong>and</strong>s, buskers <strong>and</strong> Victorian street<br />
entertainers <strong>and</strong> for the children, a chance to meet<br />
Santa in his hideaway grotto <strong>and</strong> to take part in a torchlit<br />
nativity procession.<br />
WHAT’S ON WHERE<br />
History in Helmsley<br />
Market Cross, Helmsley YO62 5BL<br />
www.northyorkmoors.org.uk<br />
On a winter’s day approaching Christmas, Helmsley is<br />
a colourful, bustling place to visit. Our 1½ mile walk<br />
around the historic market town with Peter Turton,<br />
will explore its past <strong>and</strong> reveal the story behind its<br />
buildings <strong>and</strong> monuments. Suggested donation £2.<br />
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wheelchair<br />
accessible.<br />
Sedbergh Christmas Late Night<br />
Main Street, Sedbergh LA10 5AD<br />
www.sedbergh.org.uk<br />
An evening of festive family fun. Shops <strong>and</strong> restaurants<br />
will remain open, <strong>and</strong> there will also be a craft market<br />
<strong>and</strong> street food. Musical street entertainment, <strong>and</strong> in St<br />
Andrew’s Church there will be organ music. For younger<br />
visitors, Father Christmas will be in his grotto in the<br />
Information <strong>and</strong> Book Centre. The opening ceremony<br />
is at 6 p.m. with the arrival of Father Christmas <strong>and</strong> the<br />
switching on of the Christmas lights. We look forward<br />
to welcoming you!<br />
8 Dec<br />
Sankta Lucia - Festival of Light<br />
York Minster YO1 7JN www.yorkminster.org<br />
An atmospheric, c<strong>and</strong>lelit procession <strong>and</strong> carol service<br />
for all the family based on the traditional Swedish Lucia<br />
celebration. No booking is required but please arrive<br />
early as this is a popular service.<br />
8 Dec - 10 Dec<br />
Christmas Tree Festival<br />
Beverley Minster HU17 0DN<br />
www.beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
Christmas Tree Festival returns this year with over 90<br />
sponsored rees decorated by various local organisations<br />
including schools <strong>and</strong> charities. Entry with programme<br />
£2 (children free). Coffee, light lunches <strong>and</strong> teas.<br />
Victorian Weekend<br />
Robin Hood’s Bay YO22 www.robin-hoods-bay.co.uk<br />
The festive, family fun weekend will feature a mix of<br />
new <strong>and</strong> established events in the village’s quaint,<br />
cobbled, car free streets. Family fun will include<br />
traditional games like splat the rat. There will also be<br />
beach games <strong>and</strong> street entertainment. Ghost <strong>and</strong><br />
Smugglers walks will also feature. “Combine seasonal<br />
gift shopping with the many traditional events like<br />
‘balls down the bank’ <strong>and</strong> the RNLI duck race <strong>and</strong><br />
it’s clear Robin Hood’s Bay Victorian Weekend is an<br />
unmissable Christmas destination for all the family”.<br />
9 Dec<br />
Elf Workshop<br />
Mrs Smith’s Café HG3 2XS<br />
www.facebook.com/MrsSmithsHarrogate<br />
Our festive afternoon of fun for your little elves. We’ll<br />
make soft toys <strong>and</strong> learn everything there is to know<br />
about being one of Santa’s elves! The kids will leave<br />
with their own soft toy <strong>and</strong> Elf Award Certificate <strong>and</strong><br />
there’ll be plenty of treats along the way.<br />
Time Troopers - Ho Ho Ho<br />
Ferens Art Gallery HU1 3RA<br />
www.hullcc.gov.uk/museums<br />
Time Troopers is a free, family friendly event that takes<br />
place across our museums on the 2nd Saturday of the<br />
month. Using our collections as inspiration we create<br />
fun craft activities for the whole family to enjoy. Get<br />
in the festive mood <strong>and</strong> create a fun Christmas cracker<br />
cards.<br />
Magic Hatters Xmas Cracker<br />
The Hive Studios Manor CE Academy, Nether Poppleton,<br />
YO26 6PA www.magichatter.co.uk<br />
MORE magic, MORE comedy, MORE seasonal surprises...a<br />
SLEIGH-LOAD of FUN! Also starring Frostbite the Penguin,<br />
Aunty Madge Hatter <strong>and</strong> SANTA CLAUS himself! Festive<br />
fun for all the family, ages 3 to 103...’yule’ love it!<br />
Ice Trail<br />
Venues across York www.visityork.org/christmas<br />
For one weekend the Ice Trail will transform York,<br />
sprinkling some magic across the city<br />
9 Dec - 7 Jan<br />
Christmas trail<br />
York Minster YO1 7JN www.yorkminster.org<br />
Discover more about the Christmas story by exploring<br />
the activity stops hidden around the Minster. Follow a<br />
trail with items to look at, touch, smell <strong>and</strong> discuss at<br />
each stop. Free with admission, collect your trail from<br />
the admission desks. No need to book.<br />
10 Dec<br />
Santa Dash<br />
Scarborough Seafront YO11<br />
www.saintcatherines.org.uk<br />
Join hundreds of Santas as they dash along<br />
Scarborough’s beautiful seafront for a festive fun run<br />
whilst supporting Saint Catherine’s services. You can<br />
choose between 5k or 10k to walk skip or run the run in<br />
your Santa suit. This year Saint Catherine’s have added<br />
a Children’s Run which stretches 2k along the seafront<br />
for our keen ‘Santas in Training’. Parents, Gr<strong>and</strong>parents,<br />
Families <strong>and</strong> Friends can all join the mini Santa’s in the<br />
Children’s Run.<br />
13 Dec<br />
Christmas at the Workhouse<br />
Workhouse Museum HG4 1LE<br />
www.riponmuseums.co.uk<br />
Our “Christmas Evening At The Workhouse’ will give<br />
visitors an idea of what it was like for the inmates<br />
celebrating Christmas during the Victorian <strong>and</strong><br />
Edwardian times. There will be traditional games, carols<br />
<strong>and</strong> crafts as well as chance to try the foods <strong>and</strong> flavours<br />
of the workhouse Christmas. This unique evening will<br />
show how yuletide was celebrated at the turn of the<br />
19th century <strong>and</strong> also fill you full of festive spirit just in<br />
time for Christmas.<br />
15 Dec<br />
Whitby Wassail<br />
Whitby Pavilion Complex YO21 3EN<br />
www.whitbypavilion.co.uk<br />
Festival on the Moor’s annual celebration of the festive<br />
season. With traditional <strong>and</strong> contemporary folk music,<br />
carols <strong>and</strong> songs, drama, dance <strong>and</strong> festive fun, the show<br />
has a different theme <strong>and</strong> special guests every year. It’s<br />
the perfect recipe for getting into the Christmas spirit.<br />
15 Dec - 23 Dec<br />
Enchanted Brodsworth<br />
Brodsworth Hall <strong>and</strong> Gardens DN5 7XJ<br />
www.english-heritage.org.uk/brodsworth<br />
Get the family together <strong>and</strong> make the most of winter<br />
evenings this Christmas time as you explore the grounds<br />
of Brodsworth Hall after dark. Wrap up warm <strong>and</strong> head<br />
out on an adventure through a fairy themed wonderl<strong>and</strong><br />
of light, colour <strong>and</strong> sound. And the delight doesn’t stop<br />
there - at the end of the trail find a traditional fairground<br />
with rides <strong>and</strong> vintage games, a BBQ <strong>and</strong> food stalls<br />
serving sweet treats <strong>and</strong> festive drinks too.<br />
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16 Dec<br />
Me & My Dad Breakfast<br />
Beverley Minster HU17 0DN<br />
www.beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
An opportunity for dads, gr<strong>and</strong>ads or male carers to<br />
come along to a group with their children for toys,<br />
games, crafts <strong>and</strong> breakfast! For more information,<br />
get in touch with Ben: ben@beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> Tales <strong>and</strong> Games<br />
Fairfax House YO1 9RN www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk<br />
By Mud Pie Arts; Come in from the cold <strong>and</strong> gather<br />
round for traditional tales of daring deeds, dwarves<br />
<strong>and</strong> dragons. Wonder at the house in all its festive<br />
glory, over a warming cup of chocolate, then spread<br />
good cheer, as we play some old fashioned parlour<br />
games. They’re so daft, you’ll want to share them<br />
with your relatives this Christmas!<br />
Children’s Christmas Party<br />
The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley YO62 5BH<br />
www.visithelmsley.co.uk<br />
The Feathers Hotel, Eatery <strong>and</strong> Coffee House is<br />
providing a Children’s Christmas Party on Saturday<br />
16th December that includes lunch, music, arts &<br />
crafts <strong>and</strong> a present from Santa Claus. Tickets £5<br />
per child<br />
16 Dec - 17 Dec<br />
Christmas Caroling<br />
Barley Hall YO1 8AR www.barleyhall.co.uk<br />
Join us in the beautifully decorated Great Hall<br />
<strong>and</strong> enjoy festive performances of well-known<br />
Christmas Carols. Barley Hall’s medieval Great Hall<br />
will turn Dickensian this weekend as our choir recite<br />
some of the most popular carols from the past 150<br />
years. Helping visitors to explore the links between<br />
Christmas celebrations of today with the Middle Ages.<br />
Shambles Market Party Weekend<br />
The Shambles, York YO1 7LX<br />
www.visityork.org/christmas<br />
Soak up the city’s medieval charm <strong>and</strong> scents of<br />
spiced mulled wine this season, as fairs, family fun<br />
<strong>and</strong> festival flavours transform York into a festive<br />
fairytale.<br />
16 Dec - 22 Dec<br />
York Christmas Festival<br />
Venues across York www.visityork.org/christmas<br />
Soak up the city’s medieval charm <strong>and</strong> scents of<br />
spiced mulled wine this season, as fairs, family fun<br />
<strong>and</strong> festival flavours transform York into a festive<br />
fairytale. Discover the delights of the iconic St<br />
Nicholas Fair, don some skates at the Ice Factor or<br />
spend a night in the stalls for playful panto fun.<br />
16 Dec - 06 Jan<br />
Jack in the Green<br />
Fountains Abbey HG4 3DY<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Fountains<br />
Join <strong>North</strong> Country Theatre for some seasonal stories!<br />
Stories about the mid-winter solstice, the mysterious<br />
Green Man of Fountains <strong>and</strong> the Spirit of Spring <strong>and</strong><br />
Summer, versus the Snow Queen <strong>and</strong> her accomplice<br />
Jack Frost. Booking essential.<br />
17 Dec<br />
Wolds Christmas Festival<br />
Driffield Showground YO25 9DN<br />
www.driffieldshow.co.uk<br />
Santa’s grotto | reindeer | pastiche choir | face<br />
painting | vintage funfair | bar | food | drink | crafts<br />
| gifts | wreath making demo | vintage tea room |<br />
plus… free bouncy castle | free rodeo penguin | free<br />
donkey rides & free kids arts <strong>and</strong> crafts!<br />
Christmas Carol Concert<br />
York Barbican Paragon Street, York, YO10 4AH<br />
www.yorkbarbican.co.uk<br />
York’s Annual Community Carol Concert 60th<br />
Anniversary – Diamond Jubilee with Master of<br />
Ceremonies: Rev Andrew Foster. In aid of The Lord<br />
Mayor <strong>and</strong> Sheriff of York’s Christmas Cheer Fund,<br />
The Press nominated charity: ”York Mind”. With<br />
York Railway Institute B<strong>and</strong>, York Civic Youth Choir,<br />
CANsing, Joanne <strong>and</strong> Angelina Warburton, York<br />
Musical Theatre Company, Steve Cassidy B<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong><br />
John Warburton.<br />
19 Dec<br />
Christingle Service<br />
Ripon Cathedral HG4 1QS www.riponcathedral.info<br />
Ripon Cathedral <strong>Primary</strong> School Christingle Service<br />
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm<br />
20 Dec<br />
Little Yogi’s Christmas Club<br />
Little Rose Cottage Kindergarten HG5 8DF<br />
www.facebook.com/thelittlerosies<br />
Christmas club including: Ginger tree cookies (make,<br />
bake <strong>and</strong> decorate), felted decoration design <strong>and</strong><br />
sew, clove-studded pom<strong>and</strong>ers <strong>and</strong> seasonal card<br />
design plus beeswax c<strong>and</strong>le dipping <strong>and</strong> c<strong>and</strong>le-light<br />
meditation. Everyday we will play yoga games <strong>and</strong><br />
enjoy a story about a hero’s journey. Club open to all<br />
ages 18month - teen.<br />
21 Dec<br />
Carols in The Coach House<br />
Middleton Lodge DL10 6NJ<br />
www.middletonlodge.co.uk<br />
An evening of Christmas carols is a surefire way to<br />
sprinkle some holiday spirit into the season. Keep<br />
warm around our roaring fire pits, as Croft Choir sing<br />
their way through the old classics to the Christmas<br />
favourites, guaranteed to leave you with a warm glow<br />
- or could that be all the mulled wine from The Coach<br />
House bar? All money raised on the evening will be<br />
donated to Croft Choir.<br />
22 Dec<br />
Rock Around the Christmas Tree<br />
Kirk Hammerton Village Hall YO26 8<br />
www.kirkhammerton.n-yorks.sch.uk<br />
By Friends of Kirk Hammerton CofE <strong>Primary</strong> School:<br />
Bring all the family for supper <strong>and</strong> a dance! Our annual<br />
Rock Around the Tree event is a great way to start your<br />
festivities. There will be Christmas music aplenty for the<br />
children to dance to <strong>and</strong> a local farm shop hot dog in<br />
a roll. There will also be a bar. Tickets are £5 for adults<br />
<strong>and</strong> £2.50 for children over 2yrs.<br />
24 Dec<br />
Family Christmas Pyjama Party<br />
Mrs Smith’s Café HG3 2XS<br />
www.facebook.com/MrsSmithsHarrogate<br />
Dress up cosy in your Christmas PJs or jumpers <strong>and</strong> join<br />
us on the most magical evening of the year! There’ll<br />
be delicious Christmas party food platters <strong>and</strong> family<br />
games & activities for each table. Plus Christmas<br />
crackers, festive tunes <strong>and</strong> a small gift for everyone<br />
to help get the whole family in the festive spirit in<br />
time for the arrival of the big guy! After your food <strong>and</strong><br />
games we’ll end the evening with hot chocolate <strong>and</strong><br />
a Christmas story <strong>and</strong> then send the littlies off with a<br />
magic carrot for the reindeer <strong>and</strong> a biscuit for Santa<br />
(who’ll obviously be far too busy to join us!)<br />
26 Dec<br />
Whitby Lions Boxing Day Dip<br />
Pier Road, Whitby YO21 3PU www.whitbylions.org<br />
When the weather outside is frightful, does a dip in<br />
the sea sound delightful? A tradition in our beautiful<br />
little seaside town to enjoy a rather refreshing dip<br />
in the <strong>North</strong> Sea on Boxing Day Morning. After all,<br />
what better way to cure your late festive blues than<br />
participating in the fun <strong>and</strong> friendly charity event in aid<br />
of local community charities?<br />
Boxing Day Raft Race<br />
Scarborough Harbour YO11 1PD<br />
www.fishermen<strong>and</strong>firemen.co.uk<br />
Enjoy this annual Boxing day raft race, organised by<br />
the Sub Aqua Club. Cheer on the festive fun <strong>and</strong> games<br />
between the fancy-dressed teams as they battle<br />
to win the race in their hilarious home-made rafts!<br />
Other events taking place as part of these Boxing day<br />
festivities include the comic football match, kicking off<br />
in South Bay beach <strong>and</strong> the mile of pennies from the<br />
lifeboat house.<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> Welly Walk<br />
The <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Arboretum YO60 7BY<br />
www.yorkshirearboretum.org<br />
A <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Arboretum fundraising institution run<br />
entirely by our wonderful volunteers. Make the most<br />
of the festive season <strong>and</strong> enjoy a walk in the fresh air<br />
<strong>and</strong> glorious surroundings of the arboretum. Return to<br />
the Visitor Centre for hot <strong>and</strong> cold drinks, home-made<br />
treats <strong>and</strong> plenty of festive cheer! Adults £7, 11-16s<br />
£4.50, 5-10s £2.50, Under 5s free. Booking not<br />
essential, but preferred please.<br />
27 Dec<br />
The New Year is coming!<br />
Royal Pump Room HR1 2SA<br />
www.facebook.com/HarrogateMuseum<br />
Drop in to the museum <strong>and</strong> discover our art materials<br />
to make thank you cards, 2018 calendars <strong>and</strong> decorate<br />
your New Year’s resolutions!<br />
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CHRISTMAS CRACKERS<br />
Christmas comes to Driffield Showground!<br />
Now that the nights are drawing in <strong>and</strong> winter is just<br />
around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about filling<br />
those stockings <strong>and</strong> stacking those presents. And don’t<br />
worry whether you’ve been naughty or nice we will have<br />
something for everyone this Christmas at the Driffield<br />
Showground’s Wolds Christmas Festival.<br />
The Wolds Christmas Festival will be taking place on<br />
Sunday, 17th December <strong>and</strong> was a br<strong>and</strong>-new addition to the Showground calendar in 2016<br />
<strong>and</strong> the team are working hard to ensure visitors old <strong>and</strong> new have a memorable, festive fun<br />
filled day! www.driffieldshow.co.uk<br />
Christmas at Dalby, the Great<br />
<strong>Yorkshire</strong> Forest<br />
Christmas trees &<br />
festive fun!<br />
Make Christmas extra<br />
special by choosing<br />
the perfect tree<br />
from Dalby Forest.<br />
We grow a range of<br />
quality real trees, just<br />
as Santa would want!<br />
There will be festive activities to enjoy<br />
in our lovely Christmas courtyard. Our<br />
partners Hidden Horizons will have their<br />
pop-up planetarium <strong>and</strong> the kids can get<br />
h<strong>and</strong>s-on creative too.<br />
Why not make the most of your forest<br />
visit? There’s a sign-posted family<br />
Christmas trail <strong>and</strong> parking is free with<br />
every tree sold. You also get a free baby<br />
Christmas tree to take home <strong>and</strong> nurture!<br />
See www.forestry.gov.uk/dalbyforest<br />
or call us on 01751 460295 for dates/<br />
times.<br />
Christmas at<br />
Monks Cross<br />
We’ve lots of fun,<br />
festive activities<br />
planned at<br />
Monks Cross this<br />
Christmas. Come<br />
<strong>and</strong> join the fun!<br />
Enjoy free gift<br />
wrapping on 9th <strong>and</strong> 16th December.<br />
Just show the receipt of an item bought at<br />
Monks Cross that day! On 10th December<br />
make your own personalised bauble <strong>and</strong><br />
there will be free mince pies too... Don’t<br />
forget to come <strong>and</strong> visit the Reindeer on<br />
16th December! There will also be face<br />
painting on this day. For more info visit<br />
monkscrossshopping.com<br />
Christmas<br />
Cedarbarn Farm Shop, Butchery,<br />
Award Winning Cafe & Miniature<br />
Railway Santa’s on his way to the Cedarbarn<br />
Grotto, hop on board the Santa Express.<br />
Departing 9th<br />
December - 22nd<br />
December 2017<br />
To Book Tickets Tel:<br />
01751 475614<br />
£8.50 (per Child)<br />
(Booking Line Manned<br />
10 - 12 noon Monday<br />
- Friday) Also now<br />
taking Christmas orders<br />
Festive gifts, hampers<br />
& gift vouchers available in the shop.<br />
www.cedarbarnfarmshop.co.uk<br />
BRODSWORTH HALL<br />
Wrap up warm <strong>and</strong> head out on an<br />
adventure through a fairy themed<br />
wonderl<strong>and</strong> of light, colour <strong>and</strong> sound, as<br />
you explore the grounds of Brodsworth<br />
Hall after dark. W<strong>and</strong>er beneath<br />
illuminated archways <strong>and</strong> follow streams<br />
of fairy lights through the Dell. Stop off to<br />
toast marshmallows <strong>and</strong> warm up with a<br />
festive drink. Stumble upon a fairy village,<br />
if you listen very carefully you might hear<br />
the fairies chattering. The delight doesn’t<br />
stop there - at the end of the trail find a<br />
traditional fairground with rides <strong>and</strong> vintage<br />
games. If you’re feeling peckish after your<br />
enchanted adventure there’ll be a BBQ <strong>and</strong><br />
food stalls serving sweet treats <strong>and</strong> festive<br />
drinks too. www.english-heritage.org.uk<br />
The Deep<br />
‘Bob’ along<br />
to The Deep<br />
this festive<br />
season <strong>and</strong><br />
see Finderella,<br />
our fun-packed<br />
Christmas<br />
pantomime.<br />
Join<br />
Finderella as<br />
she returns<br />
home from the<br />
Prince’s ball in<br />
a classic tale<br />
with a fishy<br />
twist. This laugh out loud performance will<br />
have bundles of audience participation, so<br />
make sure you bring your little ones along<br />
to join in the fun!<br />
Catch performances every day in<br />
Endless Ocean at 11.30am <strong>and</strong> 3.30pm<br />
from 2 December – 7 January 2018.<br />
The pantomime is included in our<br />
st<strong>and</strong>ard entry price, <strong>and</strong> the good news<br />
is that entry is not just for Christmas! Pay<br />
once <strong>and</strong> get FREE return visits for 12<br />
months at no extra cost*, plus save 10%<br />
when you buy your tickets online.<br />
*Conditions <strong>and</strong> exclusions apply. Please<br />
see www.thedeep.co.uk for details.<br />
SEA LIFE Scarborough<br />
Join us at SEA LIFE Scarborough this<br />
Christmas to find out what’s hidden<br />
beneath the waves. As well as coming<br />
face-to-face with playful otters, graceful<br />
turtles <strong>and</strong> mischievous penguins, from<br />
the 9th of December there’s even more<br />
to discover in our tanks. Santa has lost<br />
his sleigh! Help us find all the pieces <strong>and</strong><br />
our elves in the Arts & Crafts Grotto will<br />
teach you how to rebuild it so he can get<br />
home in time for Christmas Eve!<br />
www.visitsealife.com/scarborough<br />
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Crackers<br />
Festive wonder <strong>and</strong> top<br />
bargains this Christmas<br />
Capture the wonder of Christmas at Hornsea Freeport,<br />
the stress-free place to shop. Santa will be there to meet<br />
children, while adorable miniature animals in the Festive<br />
Farm will bring a touch of Christmas magic. Youngsters can burn off energy at Beach<br />
Cove, the fantastic adventure play experience, <strong>and</strong> bugs, butterflies, bird <strong>and</strong> spiders await<br />
adventurous visitors to Bugtopia! With top br<strong>and</strong>s at discount prices, free parking <strong>and</strong> places<br />
to eat <strong>and</strong> drink, Hornsea Freeport is a must this Christmas. www.hornseafreeport.com<br />
Thornton Hall Farm<br />
Santa’s mischievous elf has been very<br />
naughty causing havoc across Thornton<br />
Hall Farm <strong>and</strong> they need your help to repair<br />
the damage <strong>and</strong> save Christmas! Their<br />
‘Christmas Adventure’ includes two hours<br />
of Festive Magic - welcome drinks, Elf<br />
Workshop, a live show, a ride on the Santa<br />
Express to help the reindeer <strong>and</strong> a visit to<br />
Santa’s cosy Grotto. Alternatively, you can<br />
book to ‘Dine with Santa.’ Join the man in<br />
red for a delicious feast in his very own dining<br />
room! So wrap up warm <strong>and</strong> prepare to be<br />
amazed! Purchase your tickets online -<br />
www.thorntonhallcountrypark.co.uk<br />
Burton Agnes Hall<br />
Each year, visitors flock to Burton Agnes Hall<br />
to see how its award winning gardens provide<br />
some of the most beautiful, natural decorations<br />
imaginable. Young visitors are also encouraged<br />
to find homemade felt snowman dolls, hidden<br />
in each room of the Hall by the Cunliffe-Lister<br />
family children! Visitors can take their newfound<br />
inspiration to the Hall’s courtyard, which they<br />
will find in all its seasonal glory. Enjoy festive<br />
treats in the café <strong>and</strong> unusual decorations <strong>and</strong><br />
Christmas presents in the courtyard shops.<br />
www.burtonagnes.com<br />
Stockeld Park<br />
Perfectly situated between Leeds <strong>and</strong><br />
Harrogate Stockeld Park is where magic<br />
is made <strong>and</strong> adventures begin. Open<br />
daily* until January 8th experience the<br />
magical Enchanted Forest including 4<br />
large adventure playgrounds <strong>and</strong> light<br />
show around the lake, Ice Skating,<br />
Maze, Nordic ski trail <strong>and</strong> award winning<br />
Santa’s Grotto! Find yummy meals <strong>and</strong><br />
snacks in our cafés <strong>and</strong> don’t forget to try<br />
a signature hot chocolate or mulled wine.<br />
Freshly-cut Christmas Trees grown on<br />
the Stockeld Estate go on sale from 24th<br />
Nov. Our Christmas shop is brimming<br />
with exquisite decorations, toys & gifts!<br />
*Closed 21 & 22 Nov, 25 & 26 Dec.<br />
www.stockeldpark.co.uk<br />
Enjoy a magical journey on<br />
the PQ Express to visit Santa<br />
at the <strong>North</strong> Pole this year at<br />
Princes Quay. The newly located<br />
grotto can be found on level 2 opposite<br />
Ernest Jones <strong>and</strong> Vodafone. Every child<br />
will board the PQ Express <strong>and</strong> meet the<br />
train conductor before making the journey<br />
to Santa’s Elves in the workshop. The<br />
grotto will also host a sensory friendly hour<br />
every Thursday, 9.30am – 10am <strong>and</strong> 6pm<br />
– 7pm, designed to be an inclusive <strong>and</strong><br />
welcoming environment for people with<br />
sensory sensitives <strong>and</strong> their loved ones,<br />
the lighting will be brighter <strong>and</strong> the noise<br />
levels lowered at these specific sessions.<br />
Sessions must be booked online via<br />
www.princesquay.com/grotto<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> at Flamingo L<strong>and</strong><br />
Whilst our theme park attractions are now<br />
closed until mid-March 2018, our awardwinning<br />
zoo will be open to visitors every<br />
day (except 25th Dec).<br />
Story Time with Santa<br />
For 15 days during November <strong>and</strong><br />
December, Santa <strong>and</strong> his elves will be in<br />
a spectacular Grotto at 11am, 1pm <strong>and</strong> 3pm,<br />
complete with reindeer outside.<br />
They will also meet each child, for a<br />
photograph <strong>and</strong> gift.<br />
All for £10 per child, in addition to <strong>Winter</strong><br />
at Flamingo L<strong>and</strong> general admission. A<br />
parent or guardian can accompany each<br />
child for Santa at no additional charge.<br />
Wonderful <strong>Winter</strong> Breaks<br />
If you’re dreaming of a unique short<br />
break this winter, stay in our lodges, holiday<br />
homes or cottages, with access to the<br />
swimming pool, <strong>Winter</strong> Zoo <strong>and</strong><br />
weekend evening entertainment. Call<br />
0800 40 888 40.<br />
www.flamingol<strong>and</strong>.co.uk<br />
Hull Truck Theatre <strong>and</strong> Hull UK<br />
City of Culture 2017 present A<br />
Christmas Carolt<br />
On a cold Christmas Eve, four spirits<br />
conspire to show Ebenezer Scrooge the error<br />
of his ways. His old business partner, Jacob<br />
Marley has returned from the dead to offer<br />
him a second chance, if he can change his<br />
mean <strong>and</strong> miserly behaviour.<br />
Nowhere are the effects<br />
of poverty more keenly<br />
felt than in the Cratchit<br />
family, especially by their<br />
youngest son, Tiny Tim.<br />
As Scrooge’s inspirational<br />
journey shows him both<br />
the hardship <strong>and</strong> love<br />
of those around him, he<br />
is reminded of his own<br />
powers of charity <strong>and</strong><br />
kindness.<br />
This fresh adaptation of Dicken’s classic<br />
Christmas ghost story, set in Hull, is a<br />
magical, festive treat for all the family.<br />
www.hulltruck.co.uk<br />
CHRISTMAS CRACKERS<br />
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what's on where<br />
27 Dec - 30 Dec<br />
Spurn Safari<br />
Spurn National Nature Reserve HU12 0UH<br />
www.ywt.org.uk<br />
Join us on a special tour of Spurn <strong>and</strong> the lighthouse.<br />
Travel in comfort along Spurn in our unimog <strong>and</strong><br />
get to the top of the lighthouse. Children must be<br />
accompanied by adults on all our family events; please<br />
register both adults <strong>and</strong> children when booking<br />
online. The Unimog is suitable for ages 4+ if able to<br />
sit unaided. Children must also be able to ascend <strong>and</strong><br />
descend the lighthouse unaided.<br />
28 Dec<br />
Lapl<strong>and</strong>’s Got Talent<br />
Thornton Hall Farm BD23 3TS<br />
www.thorntonhallcountrypark.co.uk<br />
Shake off that Christmas Dinner, get outdoors <strong>and</strong><br />
join us <strong>and</strong> the following special guests for a LIVE,<br />
Amazing Sing-Off! This new talent contest is coming to<br />
Thornton Hall Farm this Christmas. It’s …. LAPLAND’S<br />
GOT TALENT!<br />
31 Dec<br />
Flamborough Fire Festival<br />
Flamborough YO15 www.flamboroughfirefestival.org<br />
The Flamborough Fire Festival is a Viking themed<br />
parade, held on New Year’s Eve, in Flamborough - Home<br />
of the Vikings! We welcome everyone including;<br />
children, families <strong>and</strong> friends. It is an opportunity to<br />
gather together to celebrate the Viking heritage of<br />
Flamborough <strong>and</strong> raise funds for local community<br />
groups <strong>and</strong> charities. The parade starts in the centre<br />
of the village <strong>and</strong> features the Flamborough Fireballs,<br />
Torches, Battle of Flamborough led by King Canute <strong>and</strong><br />
Viking Longship which is pulled through the village<br />
streets by Viking Warriors! The parade finishes with a<br />
Fireworks Spectacular held at midnight to celebrate<br />
the New Year!<br />
1 Jan<br />
Duck Race<br />
Knaresborough High Bridge HG5 9AX<br />
www.henshaws.org.uk<br />
In aid of Henshaws; Around 5000 plastic ducks will be<br />
dropped from High Bridge in Knaresborough, <strong>and</strong> then<br />
make their way downstream to the finish line outside<br />
Marigold’s Cafe. The first duck to the finishing line wins<br />
£100! Tickets are on sale now for £1. Also there is a<br />
corporate ticket option, £25 per ticket with corporate<br />
prizes <strong>and</strong> promotions <strong>and</strong> you also get a gold duck too!<br />
New Year’s Walk<br />
Brimham Rocks HG3 4DW<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimham-rocks<br />
Blow away the cobwebs <strong>and</strong> start the New Year by<br />
getting out <strong>and</strong> about. Join us on a refreshing circular<br />
property walk <strong>and</strong> take in the breath-taking views.<br />
Meet in the main car park.<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> Welly Walk<br />
The <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Arboretum YO60 7BY<br />
www.yorkshirearboretum.org<br />
A <strong>Yorkshire</strong> Arboretum fundraising institution run<br />
entirely by our wonderful volunteers. Make the most<br />
of the festive season <strong>and</strong> enjoy a walk in the fresh air<br />
<strong>and</strong> glorious surroundings of the arboretum. Return to<br />
the Visitor Centre for hot <strong>and</strong> cold drinks, home-made<br />
treats <strong>and</strong> plenty of festive cheer! Adults £7, 11-16s<br />
£4.50, 5-10s £2.50, Under 5s free. Booking not<br />
essential, but preferred please.<br />
10 Jan<br />
Quiet Day<br />
The Deep HU9 1TU www.thedeep.co.uk<br />
Experience The Deep in a more tranquil environment.<br />
The audio will be turned down, the lights will be<br />
brighter to make our information more clear. You<br />
can enjoy: Scheduled British Sign Language (BSL)<br />
presentations throughout the day, Audio, braille <strong>and</strong><br />
large print guides to assist your visit, Serene marine life,<br />
Touch pool sessions.<br />
13 Jan<br />
Diverse Fest 2018<br />
The Spa Bridlington South Marine Drive, Bridlington,<br />
YO15 3JH www.bridspa.com<br />
We Are Theatre present a fun, safe <strong>and</strong> inspiring event<br />
where people of all abilities can come together <strong>and</strong><br />
showcase their talents. We want the event to grow each<br />
year <strong>and</strong> to bring people together from all communities<br />
across the region to support one another <strong>and</strong> make<br />
new <strong>and</strong> lasting friendships. Whilst performers will be<br />
a mixture of those with disabilities/inclusive groups,<br />
the festival is open to all on the day.<br />
16 Jan<br />
Home Educators’ Day<br />
The Deep HU9 1TU www.thedeep.co.uk<br />
This Home Educators’ Day is all about the animals!<br />
Let us give you a taster of the work our Aquarist<br />
department does to keep our animals healthy <strong>and</strong><br />
happy. There are exhibits to design <strong>and</strong> maintain,<br />
animals to get to know, tank-mates to decide on, <strong>and</strong><br />
of course their feeding. An Aquarist’s work is never<br />
done, so roll up your sleeves <strong>and</strong> let’s get busy! Perfect<br />
for children aged 3-16 who are taught at home.<br />
19 Jan<br />
Bear & Butterfly<br />
Skipton Town Hall BD23 1AH<br />
www.cravendc.gov.uk/bear<strong>and</strong>butterfly<br />
11:00am & 1.30pm; Bear likes peace <strong>and</strong> quiet.<br />
Other folk are bothering <strong>and</strong> Bear does not like to<br />
be bothered. One day, as Bear is sitting comfortably<br />
sipping his tea, deep in the branches of his tree he<br />
hears the munching <strong>and</strong> a crunching of a bright<br />
green Caterpillar. Puppetry, live music <strong>and</strong> beautiful<br />
storytelling combine in this charming tale about love,<br />
loss <strong>and</strong> friendship. by Theatre Hullabaloo.<br />
20 Jan<br />
Me & My Dad Breakfast<br />
Beverley Minster HU17 0DN<br />
www.beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
An opportunity for dads, gr<strong>and</strong>ads or male carers to<br />
come along to a group with their children for toys,<br />
games, crafts <strong>and</strong> breakfast! For more information, get<br />
in touch with Ben: ben@beverleyminster.org.uk<br />
Winnie the Pooh Day<br />
Settle Stories @ The Joinery BD24 9ED<br />
www.settlestories.org.uk<br />
Can you catch a heffalump? Where is Eeyore’s tail?<br />
Celebrate national Winnie the Pooh day with Settle<br />
Stories, a day that marks the birthday of author A A<br />
Milne. It’s one awesome anniversary. Fans of Winnie the<br />
Pooh simply can’t miss this! This event is for families<br />
with children aged between 4 <strong>and</strong> 9 years old. The price<br />
of this event includes a picnic for the children <strong>and</strong> all<br />
the craft materials.<br />
27 Jan<br />
Hyena Lounge Kids Comedy<br />
Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate, HG1 1QF<br />
www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk<br />
With jokes that are suitable for children but<br />
funny enough to get everyone laughing, it has<br />
all the feel of a real comedy club... but without<br />
the rude bits or swearing, it’s cracking fun! A<br />
great way to entertain the whole family.<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> Owl Evening<br />
Duncombe Park YO62 5EB www.ncbp.co.uk<br />
Wrap up warm <strong>and</strong> join us for magical<br />
“must-do” evening event with the world’s most<br />
famous nocturnal birds! <strong>Winter</strong> Owl Evenings<br />
are a great idea for an evening out with family<br />
or friends, a present for someone special<br />
<strong>and</strong> are a superb way to treat yourself- the<br />
memories will last forever!<br />
The Big Garden Birdwatch<br />
York Museum Gardens YO1 7FR<br />
www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk<br />
FREE! Fun, really easy, <strong>and</strong> only takes an hour.<br />
If you love birds <strong>and</strong> want to help them, then<br />
this is your chance to do something that really<br />
counts – come along to the Museum Gardens to<br />
take part. Join free guided bird spotting walks<br />
at 10.30am, 12.00pm <strong>and</strong> 1.30pm, each lasting<br />
an hour. The sightings will be recorded on a<br />
board at ‘basecamp’, <strong>and</strong> clipboards, pencils <strong>and</strong><br />
tick-sheets are provided. anyone who wants<br />
to go off <strong>and</strong> birdwatch by themselves. No<br />
need to book.<br />
27 Jan - 28 Jan<br />
Votes For Women!<br />
York Castle Museum YO1 9RY<br />
www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk<br />
Join our Suffragette on a march down Kirkgate,<br />
our recreated Victorian street. Put on a sash,<br />
(or a policeman’s helmet if you prefer) make<br />
a badge <strong>and</strong> take up a banner as you join the<br />
cause for women’s rights. Be careful you don’t<br />
get arrested by the policeman <strong>and</strong> locked up<br />
in our cell!<br />
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Harrogate Theatre<br />
6 Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QF<br />
www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk<br />
6 Dec – 21 Jan<br />
Beauty <strong>and</strong> the Beast<br />
Join beautiful Belle <strong>and</strong> the Beast, a troubled<br />
prince who has been placed under an evil spell for<br />
a hundred years. If the Beast can learn to love <strong>and</strong><br />
be loved in return, then hopefully the spell will be<br />
broken <strong>and</strong> he will return to his true self. But time<br />
is running out! Packed with fabulous pantomime<br />
characters, this enchanting <strong>and</strong> spellbinding tale<br />
combines jokes, magic <strong>and</strong> sparkle all of which<br />
makes pantomime a festive family favourite.<br />
Parkway Cinema Beverley<br />
HU17 0PW<br />
www.beverley.parkwaycinemas.co.uk<br />
15 Dec – 1 Jan<br />
Dick Whittington<br />
Live show on stage the annual Parkway family<br />
panto starring Mark Two! Join Dick <strong>and</strong> his cat<br />
on their adventures as they run away to London<br />
looking for their fortune but end up at the docks<br />
setting sail for… well… goodness knows where!<br />
Dick makes some good friends including Sarah<br />
the Cook, but oh dear!… that pesky King Rat has<br />
stowed away on board too with some of his sneaky<br />
gang! Action, adventure, secrets, songs, dancing,<br />
trickery, romance, swash-buckling sailors <strong>and</strong><br />
rogue-ish rats aplenty in this sparkling pantomime!<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Opera House<br />
York Clifford And Cumberl<strong>and</strong> Street, York<br />
YO1 9SW<br />
www.atgtickets.com/venues/gr<strong>and</strong>opera-house-york<br />
15 Dec – 7 Jan<br />
Beauty <strong>and</strong> the Beast<br />
Three Bears Productions are back with one Panto’s<br />
greatest stories – Beauty <strong>and</strong> the Beast. Starring<br />
Blue’s Antony Costa, Home <strong>and</strong> Away’s Lynne<br />
McGranger, Coronation Street’s Ken Morley, TV<br />
personality Debbie McGee, original Les Dawson<br />
Roly Poly Audrey Leybourne, Emmerdale’s Stuart<br />
Wade, stage star Charlotte Maclachlan <strong>and</strong> back<br />
by popular dem<strong>and</strong>, Britain’s classiest dame, Steve<br />
Wickenden. This classic magical story features a<br />
wonderful mix - a H<strong>and</strong>some Prince, a Beautiful<br />
Girl, a Fearful Beast <strong>and</strong> a very Wicked Witch,<br />
heroic deeds, abundant adventure, true love, crazy<br />
comedy, glittering costumes, mayhem <strong>and</strong> makebelieve,<br />
plus dazzling special effects.<br />
Hull Truck Theatre<br />
Ferensway, Hull HU2 8LB<br />
www.hulltruck.co.uk<br />
1 Dec – 6 Jan<br />
A Christmas Carol<br />
On a cold Christmas Eve, four spirits conspire to<br />
show Ebenezer Scrooge the error of his ways. His old<br />
business partner, Jacob Marley has returned from<br />
the dead to offer him a second chance, if he can<br />
change his mean <strong>and</strong> miserly behaviour. This fresh<br />
adaptation of Dicken’s classic Christmas ghost story,<br />
set in Hull, is a magical, festive treat for all the family.<br />
Joseph Rowntree Theatre<br />
Haxby Road, York, YO31 8TA<br />
www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk<br />
9-16 Dec<br />
Aladdin<br />
It’s time for yet another rollicking romp of a panto<br />
<strong>and</strong> this year Rowntree Players are whizzing you off<br />
to Peking to enjoy the perennial favourite Aladdin.<br />
In the depths of China the evil Abanazar will stop<br />
at nothing to gain control of every magical artefact<br />
in the world. All that st<strong>and</strong>s in his way are a cave<br />
of wonders, a rather strong willed princess <strong>and</strong> our<br />
hero Aladdin - there is no way Abanazar can win.<br />
Is there...?<br />
13 Jan<br />
The Wizard of Oz<br />
Oddsocks are back with another comedy classic<br />
adventure! Will the Scarecrow find a brain?The Lion<br />
some courage?The Tin Man a heart?The audience<br />
some ice cream? With a hearty dollop of their<br />
trademark comedy, new songs, familiar faces <strong>and</strong><br />
laughs aplenty!<br />
Helmsley Arts Centre<br />
Helmsley<br />
York, YO62 5DW www.helmsleyarts.co.uk<br />
2-10 Dec<br />
Dick Whittington & His Cat<br />
The 1812 Theatre Company’s Pantomime returns,<br />
this time with Dick Whittington <strong>and</strong> a host of other<br />
entertaining characters to introduce you to the<br />
Panto season. Directed by Helena Fox (Director of<br />
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Everwitch Theatre) with choreography from Ashton<br />
Danby of Miss Sarah Louise Ashworth’s School of<br />
Dance <strong>and</strong> Musical Direction from Helmsley Arts<br />
Centre’s Artistic Director Natasha Jones this year<br />
promises to be a spectacular community event,<br />
bringing together a whole host of talent from<br />
Ryedale <strong>and</strong> beyond.<br />
Scrapstore Studios<br />
HU3 5DB www.indigomoontheatre.com<br />
9-23 Dec<br />
Jungle Book<br />
Fearless <strong>and</strong> free, Mowgli the ‘man-cub’ finds fun<br />
<strong>and</strong> friendship in the dangerous world he inhabits<br />
- brought to life with shadow theatre, original<br />
music <strong>and</strong> colourful projection from Indigo Moon<br />
Theatre.<br />
6-20 Jan<br />
Mermarella<br />
Kidnapped from fresh water to salt water, will<br />
Mermarella ever be accepted this foreign kingdom?<br />
Cinderella takes to the sea..... Puppetry & shadow<br />
theatre aimed at thinking families <strong>and</strong> the young<br />
at heart.<br />
Fruit Space<br />
Humber Street, Hull, HU1 1TU<br />
www.fruitspace.co.uk<br />
16-30 Dec<br />
Cinderella<br />
Middle Child’s riotous take on the classic fairy tale.<br />
Featuring live music, the messiest mess scene in<br />
the country <strong>and</strong> the chance to make as much noise<br />
as you can, Cinderella is guaranteed to be a great<br />
night out for all the family.<br />
Hull New Theatre<br />
Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HF<br />
www.hulltheatres.co.uk<br />
7-31 Dec<br />
Peter Pan<br />
Darren Day, Brendan Sheerin, Charlie Hardwick,<br />
Jonny Labey, Sid Sloane <strong>and</strong> Ricky K lead the<br />
cast in Peter Pan, the high-flying pantomime<br />
adventure, in the biggest line-up in recent Hull<br />
New Theatre history. Peter Pan is set to be the<br />
biggest pantomime ever to play Hull New Theatre,<br />
with spectacular high-flying effects, an unmissable<br />
underwater 3D sequence which will take the<br />
audience on an adventure deep into the ocean<br />
<strong>and</strong> all of the ingredients of a traditional family<br />
pantomime!<br />
12-13 Dec<br />
Family Christmas Concert<br />
A Festival of Christmas Music featuring all the Hull<br />
Music Service ensembles from the Elementary to<br />
the Senior groups including the City of Hull Youth<br />
Symphony Orchestra, City of Hull Youth Brass<br />
B<strong>and</strong>, City of Hull Youth Symphonic Windb<strong>and</strong>,<br />
City of Hull Youth Jazz Orchestra <strong>and</strong> City of Hull<br />
Youth Choir.<br />
30 Dec<br />
The Snowman with Live Orchestra<br />
Something magical is happening this Christmas...<br />
Big Screen. Iconic Film. World Class Musicians. A<br />
truly magical Christmas show. Delight your family<br />
this Christmas with a screening of two enchanting<br />
films accompanied by live orchestra. Cherished<br />
by children <strong>and</strong> adults alike, the concert is fast<br />
becoming an annual custom, providing the perfect<br />
winter outing for all the family.<br />
23-27 Jan<br />
Russian State Ballet<br />
Beautiful ballets from the Russian State Ballet of<br />
Siberia with the Snow Maiden, Romoeo <strong>and</strong> Juliet,<br />
Swan Lake, Nutcracker <strong>and</strong> Cinderella.<br />
Settle Victoria Hall<br />
Kirkgate, Settle, BD24 9DZ<br />
www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk<br />
15 Dec<br />
A Christmas Carol: A Folk Opera<br />
GreenMatthews bring you a br<strong>and</strong>-new retelling<br />
of the best-loved Yuletide adventure of them<br />
all – Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”. First<br />
published in 1843, the story is credited with<br />
reinventing <strong>and</strong> reinvigorating the British<br />
Christmas <strong>and</strong> has been loved <strong>and</strong> retold by<br />
every generation since. GreenMatthews (with<br />
special guest Jude Rees of Pilgrims’ Way) use a<br />
bewitching blend of voices <strong>and</strong> instruments to<br />
create a musical retelling of this seasonal<br />
favourite.<br />
17 Dec<br />
Aladdin!<br />
What happens when you cross the most<br />
magical time of the year with the best<br />
touring pantomime in the UK? You get Pendle<br />
Productions’ Aladdin! Will Aladdin find the<br />
magical lamp <strong>and</strong> win the heart of his Princess,<br />
or will Abanazar spoil the day?<br />
<strong>East</strong> Riding Theatre<br />
Lord Roberts Road, Beverley, HU17 9BE<br />
www.eastridingtheatre.co.uk<br />
14 Dec – 6 Jan<br />
It’s a Wonderful Life<br />
George Bailey, a small-town clerk, faces<br />
financial ruin <strong>and</strong> feels his world crumbling<br />
beneath his feet. In desperation, he wonders<br />
if his town would be better off without him.<br />
Meanwhile...somewhere amongst the stars,<br />
Clarence the apprentice angel, needs to save a<br />
soul to win his wings. Could this be a match<br />
made in heaven? Whether you are 8 or 80 you<br />
are in for an uplifting <strong>and</strong> heart-warming<br />
winter treat.<br />
Junction Goole<br />
Paradise Place, Goole, DN14 5DL<br />
www.junctiongoole.co.uk<br />
2 Dec<br />
The Hidden Life of Objects<br />
Welcome to the Café d’objets, where the food is<br />
delicious <strong>and</strong> the staff are – mostly –<br />
welcoming. But what happens in the kitchen<br />
when the doors are closed? What creatures<br />
emerge after hours? Are the tea towels<br />
embarrassed by their grimy stains? Does the<br />
cutlery host a ceilidh, the saucepan sing soprano,<br />
do the pots prattle <strong>and</strong> pontificate?<br />
15-23 Dec<br />
Dick Whittington<br />
Join TaleGate Theatre <strong>and</strong> hero ‘Dick Whittington’<br />
on an adventure to London, where the streets<br />
are paved with gold! Packed with songs,<br />
slapstick, silliness, audience participation <strong>and</strong><br />
all the fairytale magic of traditional pantomime,<br />
this fun-filled extravaganza is guaranteed to<br />
delight the whole family. So turn again Dick<br />
Whittington, three times Lord Mayor of<br />
London!<br />
York Barbican<br />
Paragon Street, York, YO10 4AH<br />
www.yorkbarbican.co.uk<br />
21-31 Dec<br />
Robin Hood & The Babes in the<br />
Wood<br />
Shane Lynch from Boyzone will team up with Ben<br />
Adams from A1, <strong>East</strong>Enders’ Fatboy Ricky Norwood,<br />
star of Coronation Street Michael Starke to name a<br />
few, plus a fabulous live b<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> stunning sets<br />
<strong>and</strong> costumes will all feature in this spectacular<br />
family pantomime.<br />
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Scarborough Spa<br />
South Bay, Scarborough YO11 2HD<br />
www.scarboroughspa.co.uk<br />
The Spa Bridlington<br />
South Marine Drive, Bridlington, YO15 3JH<br />
www.bridspa.com<br />
YMCA Theatre<br />
St Thomas Street, Scarborough, YO11 1DY<br />
www.ymcascarborough.uk<br />
Whitby Pavilion<br />
West Cliff, Whitby, YO21 3EN<br />
www.whitbypavilion.co.uk<br />
9 Dec – 1 Jan<br />
Jack And The Beanstalk<br />
GIANT of a Pantomime, full of beans <strong>and</strong><br />
packed with “Fee, Fi, Fo, FUN!” After getting<br />
into big trouble with his mother for selling<br />
their hapless cow for a h<strong>and</strong>ful of beans, Jack’s<br />
dreams come true when they start to grow…<br />
<strong>and</strong> grow… <strong>and</strong> GROW. Add into the mix<br />
hilarious jokes, lots of sparkle <strong>and</strong> bucket loads<br />
of music <strong>and</strong> dancing - fabulous festive fun is to<br />
be had by all!<br />
10 Dec<br />
A Christmas Teddy Bears’ Picnic<br />
The concert is aimed at introducing young<br />
children to music <strong>and</strong> musical activities. A great<br />
opportunity for everyone to get involved- Sing<br />
along, play along <strong>and</strong> dance along with this<br />
highly talented Saxophone Quartet. Full of lots<br />
of audience participation plus a chance to look<br />
at the musical instruments <strong>and</strong> how they work.<br />
Don’t forget to bring your Teddy, Elves or<br />
Christmas Fairies for 90 minutes of musical<br />
fun!<br />
24 Dec<br />
Magic Mike’s Christmas Special<br />
What better way to start Christmas with your<br />
whole family than at the ‘Magic Mike Christmas<br />
Special’? Come <strong>and</strong> join us in the comfort of<br />
Scarborough Spa where you can sit back, relax<br />
<strong>and</strong> let the festivities begin. This spectacular<br />
show has all the magic of Christmas with<br />
exciting dance routines, hilarious magic,<br />
oveable characters <strong>and</strong> of course a very special<br />
visit from Father Christmas who magically<br />
appears on stage with presents for all the<br />
children!<br />
15 Dec – 2 Jan<br />
Aladdin!<br />
A jewel encrusted family pantomime set to dazzle<br />
<strong>and</strong> delight! Sashaying to the stage is Strictly Come<br />
Dancing professional dancer Robin Windsor as<br />
the Genie, Benidorm’s Asa Elliott as Aladdin, Art<br />
Attack presenter Lloyd Warbey Wishee Washee <strong>and</strong><br />
Bridlington’s favourite dame Joe St<strong>and</strong>erline as Widow<br />
Twankey. Fasten your seat belts for a magical ride of<br />
mystery, sparkling romance <strong>and</strong> dazzling adventure!<br />
York Theatre Royal<br />
St Leonard’s Place, York, YO2 7HD<br />
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk<br />
12 Dec – 6 Jan<br />
The Book Of Dragons<br />
It all began when something flew into Effie’s eye – it<br />
felt like a red-hot spark, but it seemed to have legs<br />
<strong>and</strong> wings as well… “I know what it is. It’s a dragon<br />
like St George killed!” Come <strong>and</strong> pick your perfect<br />
dragon among these madcap tales, <strong>and</strong> find out<br />
about all the different ways that clever people have<br />
outwitted them. A firey festive treat for all the family.<br />
14 Dec – 3 Feb<br />
Jack & The Beanstalk<br />
This year we’ll be bringing you the ever popular<br />
Jack & The Beanstalk, a family favourite featuring<br />
a line-up of much loved panto characters - the<br />
big bad giant, Daisy the cow <strong>and</strong> of course, Jack<br />
himself. They are joined by Berwick Kaler, the<br />
nation’s longest running consecutive panto dame<br />
who is widely acclaimed to be the best in the l<strong>and</strong>,<br />
<strong>and</strong> rejoined by Martin Barrass. Once again we’ve<br />
assembled the theatre’s dream team who will<br />
conjure up all that amazing magic <strong>and</strong> sparkle loved<br />
by generations of panto fans.<br />
26 Dec – 6 Jan<br />
Aladdin<br />
Directed by James Aconley of local PQA... Bad<br />
Apple Theatre Various venues the county www.<br />
badappletheatre.co.uk<br />
8-29 Dec<br />
The Elves <strong>and</strong> The Carpenter<br />
Venues include: Kirk Hammerton, Galphay, Danby<br />
Wiske, Br<strong>and</strong>sby, Fewston, Preston, Newbald,<br />
Eggborough, Thirsk & Harrogate. Its toy making<br />
time in Santa’s workshop but Mrs. Claus is getting<br />
worried. The Elves have left the building. In fact<br />
they haven’t been seen since last Christmas when<br />
they packed their cases <strong>and</strong> headed off to their<br />
other jobs around the globe. Can Mrs. Claus help<br />
them wrestle victory from defeat <strong>and</strong> get them to<br />
the Pole on time? Join us for a feel-good Christmas<br />
tale with puppets, songs <strong>and</strong> the usual comic<br />
mayhem.<br />
The Georgian Theatre<br />
Royal<br />
Victoria Road, Richmond, DL10 4DW<br />
www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk<br />
7 Dec- 7 Jan<br />
The Wizard of Oz<br />
Click your heels together <strong>and</strong> transport yourself<br />
to the wonderful world of Oz! for the much-loved<br />
story of Dorothy <strong>and</strong> her friends the Lion,<br />
Scarecrow, Tin Woodman <strong>and</strong>, of course, Toto the<br />
dog. With star-quality performances, catchy songs,<br />
dazzling special effects <strong>and</strong> oodles of hilarious<br />
family-style fun. So, shut your eyes <strong>and</strong> repeat<br />
three times …. ‘There’s no place like the Georgian’.<br />
We’ll do the rest!<br />
10 Dec<br />
The Three Musketeers<br />
Baroque Theatre Company is proud to present this<br />
classic family adventure adapted from Alex<strong>and</strong>re<br />
Dumas’ ‘The Three Musketeers’. Cry ‘All for one<br />
<strong>and</strong> one for all,’ this winter as we join D’Artagnan<br />
<strong>and</strong> his friends Porthos, Athos <strong>and</strong> Aramis, in their<br />
quest against the scheming Cardinal Richelieu. A<br />
rip roaring, fast paced, swashbuckling show ideal<br />
for families (ages 5+).<br />
15-20 Jan<br />
Sleeping Beauty<br />
The ever-popular Apollo Players return to<br />
Whitby Pavilion this January with the<br />
enchanting tale of Sleeping Beauty....complete<br />
with colourful costumes, dazzling sets <strong>and</strong><br />
amazing special effects. With a host of lovable<br />
characters on h<strong>and</strong>, jokes, songs, plenty of<br />
audience participation alongside the usual<br />
Apollo Players magic, this is traditional family<br />
pantomime at it’s very best!<br />
The Stephen Joseph<br />
Theatre<br />
Westborough, Scarborough, YO11 1JW<br />
www.sjt.uk.com<br />
v<br />
It’s a festive classic. The story of ebenezer<br />
Scrooge, the meanest man who ever lived, given<br />
a horrible shock on Christmas eve by the ghost<br />
of his partner Jacob Marley, <strong>and</strong> guided on a<br />
journey of learning by three spirits, a time worm<br />
<strong>and</strong> a woman with a nut for a head. Wait, what? A<br />
woman with a what now?! This is Charles Dickens’<br />
most enduring tale, but not as you’ve ever seen<br />
it before!<br />
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Where do ghosts go for a<br />
Christmas Treat?<br />
The Phantomime<br />
(Molly, age 11)<br />
How do monkeys<br />
make toast?<br />
The put some bread<br />
under the gorilla<br />
(Annabel, aged 8)<br />
Why can’t a bicycle<br />
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Because it’s so tired<br />
(Ehsan)<br />
What is a dog’s<br />
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Bark, the herald<br />
angels sing.<br />
(Francis, aged 9)<br />
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