What's On
Keep up to date with the events that are happening throughout the year in Ripon and the surrounding area. We welcome you to add your own event to the Ripon Internet diary.
Family Nature Walk – Barefoot fun
It’s a nature walk with a difference this month! Visit Swanley Grange learning centre between the hours of 11 and 3 to try your hand at our barefoot walking trail. Can you tell what you’re walking over using your feet as your only sense?
Wildflowers of the Water Garden
Come and discover the beautiful hidden wildflowers in the Water Garden. Bring your camera! Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Specialist Tour – Hidden Places
Join our guide to reveal the secrets of a vanished past at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. See the site of the 18th century Bathing House, the Abbey industrial area and the Ice House of Studley House. Meet at the Visitor Centre. 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Open Air Theatre & BBQ - Sherlock Holmes
The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company put dynamic detective duo Holmes and Watson through their paces as they tackle their most fiendish case yet in this delightfully inventive and hilarious show for all ages featuring live music, audience interaction and more mystery than you can shake a magnifying glass at. There’s even no need to pack your own picnic; there will be a barbecue available from 6pm-9.30pm at the Abbey Tearooms at an additional cost. Booking essential 0844 249 1895 / www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events. Adult £15 Child £12, 7pm.
Fountains in Summer
Discover the delights of summertime nature on a guided walk around the grounds. Meet at the Visitor Centre. 11am to 1pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Posh Promenades
Look out for esteemed guests of the Aislabies as they promenade through the grounds, picnicking and playing eighteenth century games. Normal admission charges apply.
Dog Funday Festival
Fun dog show, have a go dog agility, dog games and displays. Trade stalls, refreshments, BBQ. Meet the EARSDog rescue and Brackenfarg Kennels teams. Brackenfarg kennels, Masham Road, west Tanfield, ripon. HG4 4DP
GOING GREY - The Musical
This July, we see the return of the musical comedy ‘Going Grey’ about widowhood, sisters, relationship dilemmas, middle age and, yes, Going Grey. The musical will be performed in four different venues over five nights in North Yorkshire (Ripley, Kirkby Malzeard, Robin Hood's Bay and York) before heading to London for a final three nights.
‘Going Grey’ is written by E.C.R. Roberts, directed by Mike Hickman, and will be performed by members of Drip Drop Theatre. Featuring 16 original songs with piano and strings accompaniment, upbeat dance numbers and a heart-warming storyline, this production promises a great evening’s entertainment. Not to be missed!
Find out all you need to know about ‘Going Grey’ on http://www.goinggreythemusical.com/
Aislabie Landscapes- Studley Royal, Laver Banks & Hackfall
Join Mark Newman, National Trust Archaeologist, as he takes you on a journey through the Aislabie landscapes. Enjoy a talk at Fountains Abbey Visitor Centre in the morning followed by a 7 mile circular walk through Studley Royal and Laver Banks. £5 including tea and coffee. Talk: 10.30am - 12pm followed by Walk: 1pm - 3pm. Booking essential, call 01765 643197.
Specialist Tour – Aislabie’s Aspirations: Rural Retreat or Political Statement?
Explore the hidden messages in Studley Royal Water Garden. Was Aislabie preoccupied with garden fashion, or seeking to return to political power? Meet at the Visitor Centre. Normal admission charges apply.
Specialist Tour – Hidden Places
Join our guide to reveal the secrets of a vanished past at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. See the site of the 18th century Bathing House, the Abbey industrial area and the Ice House of Studley House. Meet at the Visitor Centre. 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Vintage Interiors & Textile Art Sale in Fountains Hall
A collection of decorative furnishings, textile art and artefacts for the individual home. 10am - 5pm. Normal admission charges apply.
School Holiday Fun – ‘X’ marks the spot!
Tick off one of your ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ by picking up a trail and finding your way with a map and compass. There will also be some creative fun in Swanley Grange. 11am - 4pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Wild Art Workshops
Come and create a beautiful work of art using natural, gathered materials in this active family workshop. (90 minute sessions at 11am and 1pm) Booking essential 01765 643176, £2.50 per child. Normal admission charges apply.
OPEN GARDENS EVENT AT NORTON CONYERS
When: Sunday July 28th 2013 2pm-5pm Where: Norton Conyers Hall, Wath, Nr Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 5EQ Entry: By donation
Support your local hospice and visit Norton Conyer's beautiful 18th Century walled garden. The garden enjoys an intimate and secluded situation, is surrounded by woods and overlooks fine parklands. Teas will be available.
For more information call Sandra on 07770 343027 or e mail sandra@globalim.co.uk
Bike ride
Hop on your bike and enjoy a rare opportunity to cycle around the ruins of Fountains Abbey and through the Water Gardens of Studley Royal. A short route for little legs is available. 6pm – 8pm (last entry 7pm). normal admission charges apply.
Geocaching Taster Day
Join in with our digital treasure hunt. Find out how to hide and seek our geocaches and borrow GPS units to have a go. Booking essential, 01765 643197. Normal admission charges apply.
Yoga in Ripon - Hot Calorie Blasting Burn & Hatha Chill Classes
Shoulda Woulda Buddha Yoga Ltd Hot Yoga and Traditional Hatha Yoga Classes - Wednesday evenings in Hugh Ripley Hall
Burn Yoga 6.30-7.45pm Fun, energetic, calorie burning, toxin releasing hot yoga performed to funky upbeat music in a heated room - please bring a mat, bottle of water and a small towel
Chill Yoga 8.00-9.15pm Relaxing, muscle lengthening, strengthening, toning yoga performed to funky chillout music - please bring a mat and warm clothes or a blanket for relaxation.
£7 per class, block booking course of 10 (mix and match burn and chill) = £60 ... save £10!!!
Also available: Classes in Harewood, private one to one and group/corporate yoga tuition in North and West Yorkshire
web: www.swbyoga.co.uk email: info@swbyoga.co.uk 'phone: 07539 351362