What’s on & news

Tue 3 Dec 2024

Winter Advent Reflective Day, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. Mother Earth and Mother Mary. Enjoy a day when there will be opportunity to experience the inspirational gardens with its labyrinth, chickens and pond, alongside indoor spaces such as our creative Art room and chapel. Helen Warwick, one of our chaplains, and our residential gardener, will be accompanying guests for a creative, reflective and relaxing day. 10am - 4pm. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Tue 3 Dec 2024

Thirsk Ladies Cycle Group, Outside the Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure Centre YO7 1LU. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month, cycling on the lanes around Thirsk and surrounding villages with a social coffee stop. 10am. Free. tel: 07531 093357 / 01845 522942 email: glenbank.2@gmail.com web: https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/thirsk-ladies

Tue 3 Dec 2024

Fire Fighters' Carol Concert, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Start the festive season early and come join the Lockwood Brass Band in performing all your favourite Christmas carols. Guaranteed to put you in the festive spirit as well as helping raise funds to support injured firefighters. Free, but you must reserve your place in advance. 7.30pm. Donation + £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 3 Dec 2024

Shepard's Christmas, The Golden Lion Hotel, High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP. The Arts Society Hambleton - James Campbell - The magic and joy of Christmas through EH Shepard's own words, including his drawings for Winnie the Pooh and The Wind in the Willows. 1.45pm. Members free. Visitors £10. tickets: On the door. Please see website for more information web: https://theartssociety.org/hambleton

Wed 4 Dec 2024

Visible Mending, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Join us for this new trend in mending old garments through the practice of visible mending, the practice of repairing a worn, torn or overused item, where the focus is on the decorative aspect of the repair. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Now until
 Thu 5 Dec 2024

Meet the Designers Tour, Castle Howard, Malton, York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA. Enjoy a Guided Tour of our Alice in Wonderland-inspired installations in a small group after our regular opening hours. 22nd, 28th Nov and 5th Dec. From £25.00. tel: 01653 648333 tickets: online email: house@castlehoward.co.uk web: https://castlehowardchristmas.seetickets.com/timeslots/filter/meet-the-designers-tour

Now until
 Thu 5 Dec 2024

Paddington in Peru (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Ben Whishaw (voice), Olivia Coleman, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters. Paddington travels to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. A thrilling adventure ensues with a journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat & Sun. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Thu 5 Dec 2024

Sowerby Flower Club, Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, YO7 1JG. Our own lunch & Workshop. 2pm.

Fri 6 Dec 2024

Ruth Lyon and Friends, Coxwold Village Hall, Byland Road YO614BB. Catchy, folky and nostalgic music from Ruth. She will be joined by singer songwriter Tommy Arch and fiddle player James Nicholls of the Buffalo Skinners. 7:30 doors open 7pm. £12. tel: 01347 868719 tickets: Please phone

Fri 6 Dec 2024

Bella Gaffney - 'Reflections', Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. 'Reflections' offers a captivating blend of original compositions and traditional tunes that delve into both British folk and Americana. 7.30pm. £10-£12. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Fri 6 Dec 2024

Driftwood Scented Decorations, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. These washed up pieces of wood are often beautiful and sculptural without any human intervention, but we want them to smell nice and fill your house with scents of clementine, pomegranate or frankincense. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Sat 7 Dec 2024

Easingwold Artisan Market, Market Square YO61 3AN. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent
producers and makers. 9am-2pm.

Sat 7 Dec 2024

Sustainable Family Festivities, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Sustainable children's workshops put on throughout the day. 10am - 4pm. £8 per workshop. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: ruralarts.org email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Sat 7 Dec 2024

Music for Christmas, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Thirsk Road, Northallerton DL6 1PJ. Join Alverton Singers for an afternoon of Music for Christmas. In support of Target Ovarian cancer charity. 2.30pm. £10 including seasonal refreshments. tel: 01609 258953 / 01609 882365 tickets: Choir members or phone

Sat 7 Dec 2024

The Upbeat Beatles, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. The Upbeat Beatles are second to none. The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business. There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band can perform this song like The Upbeat Beatles. 7.30pm. £25. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 7 Dec 2024

RBL Band Christmas Concert, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR. Free festive music concert performed by Thirsk Royal British Legion Band. 7.30pm. Free.

Sat 7 Dec 2024

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

Sat 7 Dec 2024

Thirsk Community Library Quiz, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Thirsk Community Library Quiz (Christmas Special). 7.30pm. £5 per person. tickets: Payment on door

Sat 7 Dec 2024 until
 Sun 8 Dec 2024

Malton Christmas Festival, Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. A Christmas version of the market with artisan crafted food, festive gift stalls, street food, live music & choirs, entertainment for the whole family including a festive land train and Santa too. 09.00 - 15.30. Free entry. tickets: https://www.visitmalton.com/malton-christmas-festival email: enquiries@visitmalton.com web: https://www.visitmalton.com/malton-christmas-festival

Sun 8 Dec 2024

Northallerton Farmers' Market DL7 8EF, Applegarth Car Park. From jams to gin, sourdough to scones, and cupcakes to Korean pickles - we've got it all. 9am-2pm. email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com web: https://www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Sun 8 Dec 2024

Ripon Concerts, Holy Trinity Church, Kirby Road, Ripon HG4 2EY. Travel through time from Bach to Bernstein with plenty of boogie between. 3pm. £25. tel: 01765 635244 web: https://riponconcerts.co.uk

Sun 8 Dec 2024

Between The Lights (TBC), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. One night only. Fresh from the London Breeze and Brighton Rocks Film Festivals, the Ritz is lucky enough to bring this cinematic gem for an exclusive performance. Filmed locally in York, including the famous Shambles. When sceptical scientist Alice falls for reluctant medium Jay, she's taken on an odyssey of love, loss and discovery that will turn her world upside down. 7.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 8 Dec 2024

Family Carols, St Mary's Church, YO7 1PR. A service of festive cheer for all the family, followed by mince pies and refreshments.
10am on Sunday 8th at St. Mary's. 10am. email: thirskparishes@gmail.com

Sun 8 Dec 2024

Hurry to Bethlehem, St Mary's, Thirsk. A Sunday afternoon concert at St Mary's, seasonal choral music for Advent & Christmas. 14.30. Free but donations welcome.

Sun 8 Dec 2024

André Rieu 2024 Christmas Concert, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. André Rieu's dazzling Christmas Concert, "Gold and Silver," exclusively in cinemas. This magical event embodies the festive spirit of Christmas. 7.00pm. £15, Child £10, Student/Senior £12.50. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Tue 10 Dec 2024

On-line Advent Creative Retreat, Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Rd. Thirsk. YO7 1HX. Creative Ways Through Advent. With Helen Warwick. A creative time to ponder on the Christmas season. 10am -11am. tel: 01845 522580 email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Tue 10 Dec 2024

Wrapping Paper, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Make wrapping paper that is worthy of being a gift itself. There will be a choice of how you decorate your paper, either through print, letter press or calligraphy, but the creative design will be up to you. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Tue 10 Dec 2024

Christmas Stockings, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. This is a really fun workshop to make your own Christmas Stockings that can be filled and hung up next to a fireplace, end of a bed, or simply put underneath the tree. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Tue 10 Dec 2024

Pet Sketch, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. During this workshop, your tutor, Jo Lawson, will guide you through every stage of drawing pets. 10am - 4pm. £55. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Tue 10 Dec 2024

Royal Ballet's Cinderella (12A), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family. 7.15pm. £16, Child £10, Student/Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 11 Dec 2024

Upcycled Wooden Furniture, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Perhaps you have small wooden piece of furniture that sits unloved in a corner of your home. Well, this upcycling workshop is the perfect way to give it some love and put it centre stage in a room. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £20. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Fri 6 Dec 2024 until
 Thu 12 Dec 2024

Gladiator II (15), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Not Sun. Starring Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Derek Jacobi and Joseph Quinn. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. 7.30pm, also Wed 2.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Thu 12 Dec 2024 until
 Fri 13 Dec 2024

Festive Film Favourites: Christmas Concert, Northallerton Town Hall, DL7 8QR. This is a lovely way to kick start your Christmas festivities and the programme will include Christmas music & readings. 7.30pm. £11 (inc. glass of wine and mince pies). tel: 01609 770936 tickets: Book by phone or email email: maureenwilloughby48@gmail.com

Fri 13 Dec 2024

Organic Wreath Making, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Fed up with the throwaway culture of Christmas, where decorations and gifts are discarded just weeks later? This year, ditch the plastic and embrace a greener holiday. Make this Christmas not just merry, but truly sustainable. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £30. tel: 01845 525536 tickets: Rural Arts email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org

Sat 7 Dec 2024 until
 Sat 14 Dec 2024

Mother Goose Panto, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. Another Rollicking Romp of a Panto From Rowntree Players. It’s market day and Mother Goose needs to make rent before the ever nasty Demon Darkheart evicts the Goose family. Meantime Jack’s exciting new addition to the farm - Priscilla the Goose - has stopped production in Jill’s hen house. Comedy, song and dance in this very silly rollicking romp of a family pantomime. At various times. £20, Child (18 & under) £18. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 14 Dec 2024

Christmas Tractor Parade, High Street, Northallerton. Tractors will drive down the High Street to be judged & receive prizes in the Northallerton Auction Mart car park where you can go & see them up close, they will then drive back down the high street. There will be market stalls & late opening in some shops also, refreshments & Santa's Grotto in the Town Hall. To book a visit to Santa: please phone; To book a tractor or stall: please phone or email. Organised by North Yorkshire County Agricultural Show supporting Farmers' mental health charities. 6pm-8pm. tel: 07584 302990 email: tractorparade@northyorkshireshow.co.uk

Sat 14 Dec 2024

Northallerton Male Voice Choir, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Christmas concert. The Choir will once again be joined by the ever-popular Easington Colliery band. Together they will get everybody's Christmas off to a great start with both traditional and modern music. 3pm and 7.30pm. £12. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 14 Dec 2024

Digital Cafe, Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Drop into our Digital Cafe where the buddies will be available to help you while you enjoy refreshments. Find out about online safety, online library resources, BBC Microbits and get help and advice with a range of problems. 10am-1pm. Free. email: thirskrepaircafe@gmail.com

Now until
 Sun 15 Dec 2024

Santa's Grotto, Eureka! The National Children's Museum, Halifax, HX1 2NE. Visit Santa in the snuggliest Grotto in town, as decided by us, this Christmas at Eureka!
Come along to see the big man himself and an elf helper or two, for a discussion about how naughty / nice you’ve been, pressie requests, snap a festive (s)elfie and receive a gift!. 10am - 5pm. Annual Pass: Adults £16.95, Children 3yrs+ £16.95, Toddlers 1-2yrs £7.45, Under 1's & Carers FREE. tel: 01422 330069 tickets: Online: book.eureka.org.uk/play email: web@eureka.org.uk web: https://eureka.org.uk

Sat 7 Dec 2024 until
 Sun 15 Dec 2024

Pinochio by Tom Whalley, Helmsley Arts Centre, Meeting House Ct, Helmsley, YO62 5DW. Join the 1812 Theatre Company for the ever popular Panto 'Pinochio', a Pantomime with no strings attached!
Matinees 2.30pm: Sat 7th, Sun 8th, Sat 14th, Sun 15th.
Evenings 7.30pm: Sat 7th, Wed. 11th, Thurs 12th, Fri 13th, Sat 14th December. Tickets: £16/ under 16 £12. Family £48 (2adult & 2 u16). tel: 01439 771700 web: https://www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

Sun 15 Dec 2024

Thirsk Artisan Market, Market Place, Thirsk YO7 1EY. Locally-produced arts & crafts, food & drink. A diverse, quality, shopping experience that celebrates independent
producers and makers. 10am-3pm. email: info@littlebirdmade.co.uk web: https://littlebirdmade.com

Sun 15 Dec 2024

Handel's Messiah, Tennant's Garden Rooms, Harmby Rd, Leyburn DL8 5SG. Harrogate Choral Society and the National Festival Orchestra. Anna Devin, Soprano; Gaynor Keeble, Mezzo; Brian Parsons, Tenor; Gareth Brynmor John, Baritone. 4.30pm, doors open 3.30pm. £19 and £16, Child (under 16) & student £5. tickets: Book online web: http://harrogatechoral.org.uk

Now until
 Tue 17 Dec 2024

Boccia Classes, Topcliffe & Asenby Village Hall. Only Tue. What is Boccia? It's on every Tuesday and it's fun & friendly, a type of bowls that all ages & physical abilities can play. Come & have a go! New members needed. Everyone welcome. From 1.30pm with tea & cakes after. £3 per session.

Tue 17 Dec 2024

100 Voices Christmas Spectacular, Middlesborough Town Hall. 140 Voices sing everything from Billie Eilish to Andrew Lloyd Weber 'plus all your favourite Christmas Songs, featuring Tenor Neil Allen and pianist Tim Lole, joined by 'The Singing with Heroes Choir'. Proceeds to 'Free Your Voice' www.freeyourvoice.org.uk. Doors and Bar open at 6.30pm. £14. tel: 01642 729729 tickets: on line and phone web: http://middlesboroughtownhall.co.uk

Wed 18 Dec 2024

Andre Rieu's Christmas Concert, Helmsley Arts Centre, Meeting House Ct, Helmsley, YO62 5DW. Gold & Silver, a Christmas Spectacular. 7pm. tel: 01439 771700 email: boxoffice@helmsleyarts.co.uk web: https://helmsleyarts.co.uk

Fri 13 Dec 2024 until
 Thu 19 Dec 2024

Wicked (TBC), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum. Elphaba, an ostracised but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. As the two girls struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested. The first of a two-part film adaptation of the Broadway musical. 7.30pm. £6 plus £1 booking fee if online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Mon 9 Dec 2024 until
 Fri 20 Dec 2024

Thirsk Rotary Santa Run, Around Thirsk & Sowerby. Only Mon Wed Fri. Santa Run supporting Community Works Mon 9th around Sowerby; Thirsk Youth Club Wed 11th around Hambleton (East Thirsk); Vale of Mowbray Girl Guides 13th at Sowerby Gateway 1; The Samaritans Mon 16th Sowerby Gateway 2; Carlton Miniott Playing Fields Association 18th on Station Road & Carlton Miniott; 1st Thirsk Scouts Fri 20th on Stockton Road & Norby. Follow Facebook for route maps, timings and scheduled stopping locations. web: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569696980959

Now until
 Sun 22 Dec 2024

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

Now until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

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

Now until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

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

Now until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

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

Now until
 Sat 4 Jan 2025

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

Now until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

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

Now until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

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

Now until
 Mon 6 Jan 2025

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

Now until
 Thu 6 Mar 2025

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

Wed 18 Dec 2024

Andre Rieu's Christmas Concert, Helmsley Arts Centre, Meeting House Ct, Helmsley, YO62 5DW. Gold & Silver, a Christmas Spectacular. 7pm. tel: 01439 771700 email: boxoffice@helmsleyarts.co.uk web: https://helmsleyarts.co.uk

Thu 19 Dec 2024

Royal Ballet's Nutcracker (12A), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet. 7.15pm. £16, Child £10, Student/Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 20 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

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

Fri 20 Dec 2024

Chubby Brown, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Roy Chubby Brown is the undoubted King of Comedy. Remember to bring tissues to wipe away the tears of laughter and, as always, if easily offended please stay away. 7.30pm. £29. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 20 Dec 2024

Sleeping Beauty and the Beast, Thirsk and Sowerby Town Hall. The intrepid Badapple actors go where no Pantomimers have ever gone before in a hilarious new Panto mashup from York writer and actor Richard Kay. 7.00pm. £8-£10. tickets: Rural Arts

Sat 21 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Winter Warmer Cruises, 12 Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green, Ripon HG4 1AQ. A half hour festive cruise with a mulled wine, fruit punch, or luxury hot chocolate. And a choice of brownie or mince pie! GF and Vegan options available. Warm blankets for knees. Dog friendly too!. 09.45. £8.95. tel: 01765 609777 tickets: https://buytickets.at/riponsceniccruises email: ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com web: https://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Sat 21 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Winter Warmer Canal Cruises, 12 Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green, Ripon HG4 1AQ. Half hour festive cruises with Mulled wine, fruit punch, luxury hot chocolates, mince pies and brownies.
Also a Yule Tent Pop Up Cafe by the waterside serving more drinks and Yorkshire Tapas. 09.45am 3.30pm. £8.95. tel: 01765 609777 tickets: https://buytickets.at/riponsceniccruises/1424790 email: ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com web: https://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Sat 21 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 23 Dec 2024

Yule Tent & Yorkshire Tapas, 12 Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green, Ripon HG4 1AQ. A pop up cafe by the waterside with open fire, live music, hot drinks, mulled wine, blanketts for knees and fantastic snacks. Ripon Canal Basin. 09.45am 3.30pm. No entry fee. tel: 07961 754812 tickets: 01765609777 email: ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com web: https://www.ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk

Sat 21 Dec 2024

Carols by Candlelight, St John's Church, Berrygate Lane, Sharow HG4 5BJ. In dulci jubilo, Jervaulx Singers. 7.30pm. £20, Child (under 18) free. tickets: Book online web: https://www.jervaulxsingers.com

Sat 21 Dec 2024 until
 Tue 24 Dec 2024

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

Sun 22 Dec 2024

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

Sun 22 Dec 2024

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

Mon 23 Dec 2024 until
 Fri 27 Dec 2024

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

Tue 24 Dec 2024

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

Tue 24 Dec 2024

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

Wed 25 Dec 2024

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

Thu 26 Dec 2024

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

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Thu 2 Jan 2025

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

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Sun 29 Dec 2024

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

Fri 27 Dec 2024 until
 Mon 30 Dec 2024

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

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 6 Jan 2025

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

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Thu 9 Jan 2025

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

Fri 3 Jan 2025 until
 Sun 5 Jan 2025

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

Fri 10 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 11 Jan 2025

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

Fri 10 Jan 2025 until
 Sun 12 Jan 2025

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

Sat 18 Jan 2025

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

Sun 19 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 25 Jan 2025

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

Fri 24 Jan 2025 until
 Mon 27 Jan 2025

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

Fri 24 Jan 2025 until
 Sat 25 Jan 2025

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

Sat 25 Jan 2025

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

Sat 25 Jan 2025

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

Fri 31 Jan 2025

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

Sat 8 Feb 2025

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

Sun 9 Feb 2025

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

Sun 9 Feb 2025

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

Sat 15 Feb 2025

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

Thu 20 Feb 2025

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

Fri 21 Feb 2025

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

Sat 22 Feb 2025

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

Wed 26 Feb 2025

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

Thu 27 Feb 2025

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

Thu 27 Feb 2025

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

Fri 28 Feb 2025

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

Sat 1 Mar 2025

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