Events for May

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Dales Countryside Museum Exhibition

Exhibition title: "Echoes of Gayle Mill". Paintings by artist Suzanne Barnes inspired by the forms, colours and textures of the machinery and the mill. The Museum is open daily from 10am - 5pm. Free for children. Fully accessible by wheelchair. Pushchair-friendly, baby change facilities, toilets, shop, hands-on experiences, free exhibitions programme, research room. For further information visit: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk or telephone 01969 666210.

23 April to 19 May

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway - Spring Steam Gala

A weekend of steam locomotion featuring a mix of our own engines with ‘guest’ engines. For more information visit: www.nymr.co.uk

30 April to 03 May

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Studfold Bluebell Experience

Kidzcraft. Refreshments are available. Please visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

01 May to 03 May

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Thirsk Races

Country Racing at its best. Experience the beauty and excitement of a day at Thirsk Races. First race starts 1.50pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

01 May

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Tulip Madness (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Fun for all the family, come along and celebrate the tulip season. Come in fancy dress and meet the stilt walking tulips as they welcome you into their patch. Time 10am - 4pm. For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

01 May

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Tulip Festival (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come and see the famous Harlow Carr tulips - over 25,000 tulips planted in the gardens, this colourful display is not too be missed! For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

01 May to 16 May

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Spring Plant Fair (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

There will be specialist nurseries selling plants as well as planting advice and demonstrations. Time 10am - 4pm. For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

02 May

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Jazz Brunch (Newby Hall & Gardens)

Why not come along and have brunch on the terrace while listening to a live Jazz Quartet! For more information visit: www.newbyhall.com

02 May

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Gayle Mill Demonstration Day

Demonstration sessions (11.00am & 2.30pm) as to how the heritage machinery works and what kinds of things were made at the Mill in times gone by. Each session lasts approximately 2 hours. For further information on all Gayle Mill events, tel: 01969 667320 or visit: www.gaylemill.org.uk

02 May

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Ripon Races (Evening)

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. SIS OB Services Handicap. Standard Raceday. First race starts 5.50pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

07 May

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway - Spring Steam Gala

A weekend of steam locomotion featuring a mix of our own engines with ‘guest’ engines. For more information visit: www.nymr.co.uk

07 May to 09 May

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Thirsk Races (Evening)

Country Racing at its best. Experience the beauty and excitement of a day at Thirsk Races. First race starts 6.05pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

08 May

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Spring Plant Fair (Newby Hall & Gardens)

Come along and enjoy a day out at the Spring Plant Fair with a vast selection of plants on sale, there is also live demonstrations, traditional carftsman and the Jazz Quartet. For more information visit: www.newbyhall.com

09 May

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Digital Photography Course (Thorp Perrow Arboretum)

This is your chance to spend the day with professional photographers. For more information visit: www.thorpperrow.com

13 May

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Thirsk Races

Country Racing at its best. Experience the beauty and excitement of a day at Thirsk Races. First race starts 2.00pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

15 May

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Carriage Driving Trails (Ripley Castle)

Watch the carriage drivers competing against each other in this wonderful parkland setting. For more information visit: www.ripleycastle.co.uk

15 May to 16 May

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Ripon Races

Ripon, Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse Handicap. Standard Raceday. First race starts 2.10pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

16 May

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Cystic Fibrosis 10k and 2k Fun Run (Newby Hall & Gardens)

Join in the road and trail race and raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. For the serious competitor there is the 10k race and for those wishing to have some fun whilst raising money then there is the 2k race. The route is set in the Newby Hall estate and is mainly off road. It may not be the fastest or the flatest but it is inspiring and the atmosphere is superb. For more information visit: www.newbyhall.com

16 May

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Duncombe Park Spring Plant Fair

Specialist Plant Fair held at Duncombe Park, Helmsley. Open from 10.00am - 4.00pm. Admission £2.00. For further information telephone Duncombe Park direct on 01439 772625 or contact Judy Popley at Flower Power Fairs, 0773 085 9441 or visit: www.flowerpowerfairs.co.uk

16 May

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Crystal Committe Three Day Event at Ripley Castle

The 3rd Annual Three Day Event at the Lakeside at Ripley Castle. There will be a Crystal Clay Pigeon Shoot on Friday 21 May, the Crystal Ball on Saturday 22 May and the Crystal Family Fun Day on Sunday 23 May 2010. For more information visit: www.crystalcommittee.com

21 May to 23 May

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Thirsk Races (Evening)

Country Racing at its best. Experience the beauty and excitement of a day at Thirsk Races. First race starts 6.30pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

24 May

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. Nick Wilmot-Smith Memorial Handicap. Standard Raceday. First race starts 2.10pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

25 May

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Swaledale Festival

An annual celebration of music and the arts. Start your summer at the Swaledale Festival. Inspiring music, exhilarating performances, delightful venues, exciting art, great outdoors, enjoyment and warm hospitality. For further information visit: www.swaledale-festival.org.uk

29 May to 13 June

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The Red Wyvern Society Journey back to the 15th Century during the Wars of the Roses (Skipton Castle)

A recreation of a medieval campsite within the castle grounds. See the garrison demonstrate their arms and armour 10am - 6pm (Sunday 12 noon - 6pm). For more information visit: www.skiptoncastle.co.uk

29 May to 31 May

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Dales Countryside Museum Exhibition

Exhibition title: "Yorkshire on my mind" - presented by Jane Carlisle and Martin Priestley. Photography and silk painting with workshops for adults and chidren. The Museum is open daily from 10am - 5pm. Free for children. Fully accessible by wheelchair. Pushchair-friendly, baby change facilities, toilets, shop, hands-on experiences, free exhibitions programme, research room. For further information visit: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk or telephone 01969 666210.

29 May to 11 July

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25th Yorkshire Classic Car and Bike Show plus 4x4 Show (Ripley Castle)

The Classic Car rally will once again take place from 10am  - 4pm on the showfield. Over 400 classic cars and bikes are expected as well as 4x4s. For more information visit: www.ripleycastle.co.uk

31 May

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The Ripley Falconry Experience (Ripley Castle)

Come and join the fun at the Ripley Falconry Experience. For more information visit: www.ripleycastle.co.uk

31 May

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Duncombe Park Country Fair

Held at Duncombe Park, Helmsley. Featuring: The Wheelie Fire Truck, The Devil's Horsemen, Archery, Welsh Axe-Men Racing Team, Farmers Market, Craft Tents, Vintage cars & motorcycles, Helicopter Rides, Competitions for Horses, Dogs, Ferrets etc. For more information contact Nicki Ordidge on 01653 668313 or 07508 763 024 or visit: www.dpcountryfair.co.uk

31 May