Events for February

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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

07 February

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25th Annual Jorvik Viking Festival

Come along and enjoy the next Jorvik Viking Festival - celebrating 25 years of The Viking Centre being open. Lots of interesting things to see and do over several days. Visiting the website is a MUST - www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk

13 February to 21 February

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Go Wild! (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come and learn how to help the wildlife in your own garden. There will be plenty of bird and bug related fun. You can make a bird feeder, watch the bird of prey displays or build a bumblebee mansion! Time 10am - 3pm. For more information visit: www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

13 February to 21 February

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Get Buzzing! (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Did you know there are 3 types of bumblebees in the UK which have been made extinct. The UN has announced 2010 as the National Year of Biodiversity and to support this Harlow Carr will be Going Wild this month with plenty of fun to keep the whole family entertained over the spring half term! This weekend it's time to GET BUZZING! Join in with our craft activities where you can make a bumblebee hotel to take home for your own garden! On Sunday (14th) Harrogate and Ripon Beekeepers Association will be on site to demonstrate their skilled craft and offer tips and advice. Time 10am - 3pm For more information visit: www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

13 February to 14 February

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Mini Beast Mansion Workshop (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come along and make a fantastic willow mini-beast mansion to take home and see if you can attract the bugs and beasties into your own garden. Time 11am - 3.30pm. For more information visit: www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

13 February to 14 February

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Children's Storytelling Walks (Thorp Perrow Arboretum)

Come and join a special guided walk - just for children! Enjoy a very entertaining time with our storyteller at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. For more information visit: www.thorpperrow.com

16 February to 18 February

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Mini Beast Mansion Workshop (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come along and make a fantastic willow mini-beast mansion to take home and see if you can attract the bugs and beasties into your own garden. Time 11am - 3.30pm. For more information visit: www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

20 February

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Bonsai Open Day (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come along and speak to a member of the Bonsai Group who will be able to offer advice and information and you are welcome to bring any specimens. There will be displays and demonstrations taking place throughout the day. For more information visit: www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

21 February

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Lecture on Gayle Mill and the early days of the Cotton Industry

A lecture by Mr John McCallum, who is an expert on the working of Arkwright mills and is an experienced lecturer and tour guide at Cromford Mill, Derbyshire. The lecture starts at 2pm. For more information contact Gayle Mill on 01969 667320 or email admin@gaylemill.org.uk or visit www.gaylemill.org.uk

27 February

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Dales Countryside Museum Exhibition

Exhibition title: "A Village in View - Marske in Swaledale". Drawings, watercolours and photographs of a special Dales community. 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.

27 February to 28 March

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English Warbow Society Archery Day (Ripley Castle)

The English Warbow Society will be presenting a two way clout shoot and flight distance competition using military bows from the Middle Ages. Join in with the 'Have a Go' longbow archery. A great day out for all the family. For more information visit: www.ripleycastle.co.uk

28 February