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2026-07-29 12:30 - Parish Lunch

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 12:30Details: If you are interested please email or ring . / / We will have to pre-order our meal and I will send out the menu each month to those on the list.Location: The White Swan, WighillPostcode: YO26 7NN

Wed 29 Jul13:30Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

Parish Lunch

Wed 29 Jul13:30Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Weekend Away Amongst The Vines: Music Night & Vineyard Tour

Community

Around £80

Weekend Away Amongst The Vines: Music Night & Vineyard Tour

Thinking of visiting Yorkshire Heart Vineyard & Brewery? Then this weekend package based on 2 or more people visiting is just what you are looking for. Acoustic music night on Friday, bar open from 5pm, singer on from 7pm, includes supper. Vineyard tour and tasting followed by lunch on Saturday. PLEASE LET US KNOW ABOUT ANY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS IN THE COMMENTS BOX AT CHECKOUT. When booking, please select 11am or 2pm for the vineyard tour on the Saturday of your visit. 2 night stay on our campsite. Arrive anytime after 12 noon on Friday to set up in the campsite, tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans all welcome. Pack up and leave before midday on Sunday, the rest of the time just kick back, relax and enjoy some great Yorkshire drinks, food and hospitality.

Fri 31 JulYorkshire Heart(4.8mi)

via Yorkshire HeartLocal gem

Live Music

Around Varies

Acoustic Music Nights

Our monthly acoustic music nights continue in 2026. Get your friends together and come along to join us at the vineyard for an evening of live acoustic music, great drinks and lovely supper. The last Friday of each month we will be joined a local musician, duo and bands playing and singing live in the Winehouse, or outside in the courtyard in the summer and the weather is kind. We will put out social media post when the acts are confirmed. The bar opens from 6pm, with the artist playing from 7pm, supper served around 8pm with a second set played until around 9:30pm. Tickets are £15 per adult, £7.50 per child including supper. Acts lined up for 2026 so far- 24th April - Adam & Phil 1st May - 29th May - 12th June - Chris Berry 10th July - 31st July - Craig long, Amy & Rob 14th August - 28th August - 11th September - 25th September - Adam & Phil 23rd October - Craig, Amy & Rob

Fri 31 JulYorkshire Heart(4.8mi)

via Yorkshire HeartLocal gem

Community

Black Mountains Filling Station

Fri 31st Jul 7:00pm to 9:00pm Rev Simeon Chapman

Fri 31 Jul20:00York Filling Station(4.9mi)

via York Filling StationCurated

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(4.4mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Markets & Fairs

Vintage Fayre

Vintage Fayre, run by Rose and Brown Vintage

Sat 1 Aug11:00Riley-Smith Hall(4.4mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

Community

2026-08-01 10:30 - Wighill Connections Cafe

Time: Saturday, 1 August 2026 at 10:30Details: Location: All Saints, WighillPostcode: LS24 8BG

Sat 1 Aug11:30Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

Wighill Connections Cafe

Time: Saturday, 1 August 2026 at 10:30Details: Location: All Saints, WighillPostcode: LS24 8BG

Sat 1 Aug11:30Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

2026-08-02 10:00 - Hessay Methodist Chapel Service

Time: Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 10:00Details: We recommend arriving a few minutes early to grab a parking spot and settle in before the service begins. Afterward, we invite you to stay for tea, coffee, soft drinks, biscuits, and cakes—it's a great opportunity to connect with friends and welcome newcomers to our community. / / / / / Location: Hessay Methodist ChapelPostcode: YO26 8JR

Sun 2 Aug11:00Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

Hessay Methodist Chapel Service

Sun 2 Aug11:00Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

2026-08-02 17:00 - Loft Club

Time: Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 17:00Details: Location: The Loft, HealaughPostcode: LS24 8DA

Sun 2 Aug18:00Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

Community

Loft Club

Time: Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 17:00Details: Location: The Loft, HealaughPostcode: LS24 8DA

Sun 2 Aug18:00Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church(0mi)

via Saint Helen's Ancient Parish Church

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(4.4mi)

via Riley-Smith Hall

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

10am-12pm - Art Adventurers Club £15.00 — brought to you by Beth Elsdon Art and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

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

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North Yorkshire, England

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