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Dance

Ceroc Modern Jive Freestyle

Ceroc Modern Jive Freestyle. 8pm – Midnight. Music, social dancing and licensed bar all evening

Fri 24 Jul21:00Riley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Dance

Sabor y Salsa – Workshops and Evening Dancing

Public · Anyone on or off Facebook New to salsa? Want to try it out? You’ve watched people dance salsa and thought “I could never do that.” You absolutely can. And this is exactly where you start. Already danced a little bit and want to try a more focused class? This is also the place for you! Join our very own Nicky LG for a 2-hour beginners bootcamp designed for people with either zero experience or those who have danced a little, but now want to do a lot! Nicky – salsa teacher since 2001 – genuinely believes strong foundations change everything. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/…/sabor-y-salsa-beginners…

Sat 25 JulRiley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Community

Hawkworths cons club match

Hawkworths cons club match at Bacon Factory Pond. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Sun 26 JulBacon Factory Pond(2.1mi)

via Bacon Factory Pond

Community

Around £150.00

Large Abstract Canvas Day £150.00

Sunday 26th July 10am–4pm The Studio, 30 High Street

Sun 26 JulBeth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

Around £150.00

Large Abstract Canvas Day

Have you ever wanted to create your own large scale abstract canvas for your home?

Sun 26 JulBeth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

Around £150.00

July - Large Abstract Canvas Day

Have you ever wanted to create your own large scale abstract canvas for your home?

Sun 26 JulBeth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

St Joseph's Parish, Tadcaster

Found this on St Joseph's Catholic Church's radar. St Joseph's Parish, Tadcaster — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sun 26 JulSt Joseph's Catholic Church(4.5mi)

via St Joseph's Catholic ChurchLocal gem

Yorkshire Freestyle night with Revolution dance (Modern Jive)

DanceLive Music

Around £10

Yorkshire Freestyle night with Revolution dance (Modern Jive)

Event Highlights4 hours of great music from 7:30pm–11:30pmOnly £10 per person – cash or cardPurchase in advance via our website:Lovely, sociable dancers. Help us spread the word and support this new freestyle night! Expect a diverse mix of music genres throughout the night – not just one style.Around 11pm, we’ll ease into more chilled tracks: Smooth Jive, Jango, Blues, and your requests. Your HostsMusic by Keith Davies (Revolution Dance)Welcomed at the door by Janey, Alison & Ian – making sure you feel right at home! Music RequestsTo make sure we can include your favourite tracks: Please email song requests before 4pm on the dayWe’ll also take requests on the night, and play them if we have them availableEmail: Need Help or Info?Contact Keith between 11am–8pm:Tel/Text: ..

Fri 31 Jul20:30Riley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Markets & Fairs

Vintage Fayre

Vintage Fayre, run by Rose and Brown Vintage

Sat 1 Aug11:00Riley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Dance

Around £7

Matinee Ballroom, Strictly Ballroom and Latin Social Dance

Social dancing with Jackie Hinde of Dance night. Doors open from 12noon and refreshments are on sale. Dancing starts at 12noon for three hours. This Social Dance is strictly Ballroom and Latin. Pay on the door and no need to book. £7 per person

Tue 4 Aug13:00Riley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Community

Evening Match 5.30 - 8.30

Bacon Factory Pond is hosting and we're spreading the word. Evening Match 5.30 - 8.30 — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Tue 4 Aug18:30Bacon Factory Pond(2.1mi)

via Bacon Factory Pond

Community

Around £15.00

10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club

Date & Time : Wednesday 5th August 10am-12pm Location : The Studio, 30 Highstreet Tadcaster Children’s Creative Freedom Workshops Ages 5–11 | This is a guide All materials provided This summer, I'm opening up my studio for some creative fun. Over four dates, with a morning and afternoon session each day, children will have space to explore colour, shape and movement, no pressure to get it "right," and no focus on perfection. Each day has its own gentle theme to help guide the children as they are encouraged to experiment freely with paint, mark-making and mixed media. It's less about technique and more about how art can express feelings, build confidence and spark imagination. Along the way they'll pick up some simple techniques too, but the real focus is trusting their instincts, taking creative risks, and just enjoying the process. Every child leaves with something they feel proud of, and a bit more creative confidence than they arrived with. All materials are included. And while they create, parents are welcome to stay, grab a coffee, and have a browse around the gallery.

Wed 5 Aug11:00Beth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

Around £15.00

10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club £15.00

Beth Elsdon Art is being delightfully mysterious about 10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club £15.00. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 5 Aug11:00Beth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

Around £15.00

2pm-4pm - Art Adventurers Club

Date & Time : Wednesday 5th August 2pm-4pm Location : The Studio, 30 Highstreet Tadcaster Children’s Creative Freedom Workshops - Afternoon session Ages 5–11 | This is a guide All materials provided This summer, I'm opening up my studio for some creative fun. Over four dates, with a morning and afternoon session each day, children will have space to explore colour, shape and movement, no pressure to get it "right," and no focus on perfection. Each day has its own gentle theme to help guide the children as they are encouraged to experiment freely with paint, mark-making and mixed media. It's less about technique and more about how art can express feelings, build confidence and spark imagination. Along the way they'll pick up some simple techniques too, but the real focus is trusting their instincts, taking creative risks, and just enjoying the process. Every child leaves with something they feel proud of, and a bit more creative confidence than they arrived with. All materials are included. And while they create, parents are welcome to stay, grab a coffee, and have a browse around the gallery.

Wed 5 Aug15:00Beth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Community

Around £15.00

2pm-4pm - Art Adventurers Club £15.00

Something's afoot at Beth Elsdon Art and it goes by the name of 2pm-4pm - Art Adventurers Club £15.00. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 5 Aug15:00Beth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

Dance

Prima Dance Championship

Prima dance championships, a full day of Championship dances, winners move on the the Grand Final

Thu 6 AugRiley-Smith Hall(4.6mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Thurs 6th August 10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club

Community

Around £15.00

Thurs 6th August 10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club

Date & Time : Thursday 6th August 10am-12pm Location : The Studio, 30 Highstreet Tadcaster Children’s Creative Freedom Workshops Ages 5–11 | This is a guide All materials provided This summer, I'm opening up my studio for some creative fun. Over four dates, with a morning and afternoon session each day, children will have space to explore colour, shape and movement, no pressure to get it "right," and no focus on perfection. Each day has its own gentle theme to help guide the children as they are encouraged to experiment freely with paint, mark-making and mixed media. It's less about technique and more about how art can express feelings, build confidence and spark imagination. Along the way they'll pick up some simple techniques too, but the real focus is trusting their instincts, taking creative risks, and just enjoying the process. Every child leaves with something they feel proud of, and a bit more creative confidence than they arrived with. All materials are included. And while they create, parents are welcome to stay, grab a coffee, and have a browse around the gallery.

Thu 6 Aug11:00Beth Elsdon Art(4.5mi)

via Beth Elsdon ArtLocal gem

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Venues with events near Barkston

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Bacon Factory Pond2.1 miles away

More about Barkston

North Yorkshire, England

Barkston is in North Yorkshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Saxton Village Hall, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Barkston events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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