Events for August

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Matombo Zimbabwean Sculpture Exhibition (Newby Hall & Gardens)

Come along and have a look at the Matombo Zimbabwean Sculpture Exhibition on display. Zimbabwean sculptors will be sculpting outside the Grantham Room within the gardens. Offering a fabulous opportunity to see the amount of detailed work that each sculpture involves. Children and adults will be invited to work on a piece that will go on display at Newby Hall! For more information visit: www.newbyhall.com or www.matombo.com

01 July to 30 September

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Dales Countryside Museum Exhibition

The annual summer exhibition on the theme of Cultural Heritage, one of the special quailities of the National Park. 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.

16 July to 05 September

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Blue Peter Ship arrives at Studfold

Solve the clues to find it! Free entry to Blue Peter badge winners. For more information visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

24 July to 05 September

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Enchanted Summer Wood Trail (Thorp Perrow Arboretum)

Over the whole of the Summer holiday, come along and solve our puzzle, with lots of characters you may have seen before and a few you may not! For more information visit: www.thorpperrow.com

24 July to 05 September

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Forest Party (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Come dressed up for the Forest Party. There will be music, dance and magical games in the hidden woodland! Time 10am - 4pm. For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

01 August

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The Great Garden Adventure! (RHS Harlow Carr Gardens)

Plenty of family fun in the summer holidays. All children under 16 come FREE throughout August. For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Harlow-Carr

01 August to 27 August

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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

01 August

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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

01 August

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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

01 August

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. Armstrong Memorial Handicap. Standard Raceday. First race starts 2.15pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

02 August

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Egton Bridge Gooseberry Show

Situated 8 miles from Whitby in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Egton Bridge is the setting for the oldest surviving gooseberry show in the country (established in 1800). Open to the public from 2pm. For further information visit: www.egtongooseberryshow.org.uk

03 August

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Thornton-le-Dale Show

This will be the 91st annual show.  Lots to entertain the whole family including Dog Show, Horse Classes, freestyle Motorcycle Jumping, Motorcycle Stunt Show, plus many more events including Terrier Show. For further information visit: www.thorntonledale.com

04 August

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Feudal Archers (Skipton Castle)

Life in a 12th Century Castle. For more information visit: www.skiptoncastle.co.uk

07 August to 08 August

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Osmotherley Show

This will be the 103rd Osmotherley Show, and will be held at Home Farm, Thimbleby, Northallerton. Agricultural show with in-hand ridden ponies, cattle, sheep, sheepdog trials. Horticultural and agricultural produce, handicrafts, children's classes, trade and craft stands. Vintage displays. For further information visit: www.osshow.oy2.biz

07 August

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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 6.00pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

09 August

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Family Bushcraft Day

Fire lighting and camp skills. Time 10am - 1pm. Limited places, must be pre-booked. Suitable for children aged 6 and above. £30 per family of 4. For more information visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

14 August

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. William Hill Great St. Wilfrid Handicap. Feature Raceday. First race starts 2.25pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

14 August

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Meet the Governor (Skipton Castle)

Come and meet Sir John Mallory Governor of Skipton Castle during the English Civil War. Hear about the castle's siege and skirmishes its garrison have already fought and how the King's cause is faring in Yorkshire. Just how long can Sir John 'stout it out' for the King? For more information visit: www.skiptoncastle.co.uk

14 August to 15 August

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Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival

Scarecrows can be found in unexpected nooks and crannies throughout the village. Follow the scarecrow trail and solve the riddles. Trailsheets available at £1 for adults and 50p for children. For more information visit: www.kettlewellscarecrowfestival.co.uk

14 August to 22 August

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Ripley Show (Ripley Castle)

Come and enjoy the traditional Ripley Agricultural show with cattle, horses, sheep, horticulture, baking, classic and vintage cars and tractors to name just a few things to see - a fun day out for all the family. For more information visit: www.ripleyshow.co.uk

15 August

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Kidz Crafty Ideaz!

Produce a 'crafty idea' to take home with you. For more information visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

19 August

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Story Telling in the Giant's chair

Come and enjoy a story by the Giant's chair. Stories told 1pm and 3pm. For more information visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

21 August to 14 August

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. Ripon, Cathedral City of the Dales Handicap. Feature Raceday. First race starts 1.55pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

21 August

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Beauty and the Beast (Thorp Perrow Arboretum)

Enjoy an evening of outdoor entertainment with Chapterhouse Theatre Company, this picnic theatre event is sure to delight children of all ages. The gates open at 5.30pm for picnics, so please bring a rug or low backed chair to sit on. The tearoom will be open for snacks and refreshments. Time 6pm - Ticket only. For more information visit: www.thorpperrow.com

21 August

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North East Carriage Driving Association (Newby Hall & Gardens)

Carriage driving will be taking place around the parkland of Newby Hall over this weekend. On Saturday there will be a Dressage Competition and on Sunday the 'Marathon' where carriages will be racing around the estate and one will leave every 4 minutes. For more information visit: www.newbyhall.com

21 August to 22 August

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Reeth Argicultural Show

This will be the 98th annual show. Reeth Agicultural show is a traditional Dales show in picturesque surroundings with a chance to see some of the best livestock on display. Main ring attractions, trade stands, craft tents, dry stone walling, fell race, quoits, vintage tractors, Reeth Brass Band, sheepdog trial. For further information visit: www.reethshow.co.uk

25 August

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Country Music Festival (Ripley Castle)

Come and enjoy the Country Music Festival at Ripley Castle. For more information visit: www.ripleycastle.co.uk

26 August to 29 August

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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 2.10pm. For further information visit www.thirskracecourse.net

27 August

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Dentdale Show

Sheepshow, fell race, craft tent, food hall, stage entertainment, sheepdog trials, tug-o-war, vintage cars and tractors, digger challenge, home baking competitions, children's competitions and lots more. A great family weekend of entertainment and fun. For further information visit: www.discoverdentdale.co.uk

27 August to 29 August

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Bug Hunting

Meet at reception. 11am and 2pm. For more information visit: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

28 August

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Wensleydale Show

Wensleydale Agricultural Show is a traditional dales show in the heart of Wensleydale, with an extensive range of competetive events for livestock such as sheep, cattle, horses, plus horticultural and handicraft classes, dry stone walling and Wensleydale sheep competitions. Ring displays continue throughout the day, there are many trade stands offering a wide range of products and produce, brass bands play and quoits competitions can be entered on the day. Lots to see and do. Something for all the family. Open from 9.30am - 5.30pm. For further information visit: www.wensleydaleshow.org.uk

28 August

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Malham Show

A local country show with traditional displays and exhibits, cattle, sheep, horses and rare breeds, fancy dress, fell races, vintage tractors, tug o war competition, dry stone walling and falconry display to name just a few. Making it a great family day out. For further information visit: www.malhamdale.com

28 August

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Pirate's Day (Thorp Perrow Arboretum)

Join us in fancy dress for lots of pirate fun, as 'Crazy Kev' the Pirate lands at Thorp Perrow complete with his pirate ship!! Time 11am - 4pm. For more information visit: www.thorpperrow.com

29 August

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. Ripon Champion Two-Year Old Trophy. Standard Raceday. First race starts 2.25pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

30 August

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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

30 August

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Ripon Races

Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse. City of Ripon Handicap. Standard Raceday. First race starts 2.30pm. For further information visit: www.ripon-races.co.uk

31 August