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.
Studley Royal CC vs PCA England Masters
Beer tents, food, and a full team of ex England internationals against Studley Royal Cricket Club. Should be a great day out for all the family!#stags #pca #england
Romeo and Juliet
The Three Inch Fools Presents 'Romeo and Juliet'
Friday 11 August
Ripon Cathedral
Five actors, with all manner of musical instruments, present an inventive take on Shakespeare's infamous story of whirlwind romance and bitter tragedy.
The Three Inch Fools are a five-strong troupe of actors with all manner of musical instruments, travelling with set, props, costumes and camping gear, performing a highly imaginative and vibrantly musical take on Shakespeare's plays.
The Fools perform Shakespeare in almost any kind of setting – to date, they have performed at castles, stately homes, gardens, churches, market places, village greens, an old fire station, a medieval crypt, a crowded pub and a garlic farm – all the world's a stage!
Tickets shall be available to purchase online soon.
If you have any questions or would like to be the first to know when tickets are on sale, please contact Molly Barrs Fundraising Events Officer on mollybarrs@riponcathedral.org.uk
Andy's Prehistoric Raps
Move over Dr Dre, there’s a new rapper in the house. Join popular children's TV dinosaur adventurer Andy Day as he raps and rhymes about his favourite prehistoric creatures. Get ready to swish your woolly mammoth trunks from side to side and roar like never before in a 30 minute music extravaganza! You'll have so much fun stomping and singing that even your mums and dads will want to travel back in time and see it all over again!
£20pp bookable online in advance as part of the park ticket https://www.lightwatervalley.co.uk/events/andys-prehistoric-raps
e: leisure@lightwatervalley.co.uk t: 01765635321
Mister Maker Live!
Have you heard that Mister Maker is bringing his arty party live to Lightwater Valley? Come and join your ultimate arts and crafts hero Mister Maker, as he appears live on stage at Lightwater Valley! With art at its heart, this fantastic show encourages Mini Makers and their grown-ups to sing, dance and make some noise! 1.0m and over - £20pp bookable online in advance as part of the park ticket. Under 1.0m - £5 Under 2's - free www.lightwatervalley.co.uk/events/mister-maker-live-2017
e: leisure@lightwatervalley.co.uk t: 01765635321
Listening to Insects: The World of Bioacoustics
Expert Dr Dave Chesmore will help uncover the secret lives of insects in a fascinating afternoon. Starting with a short presentation we will learn about the latest scientific techniques and research used to record the sounds of insects. Then out to a local insect hot spot, armed with bat detectors to listen and identify as many species as possible!
Distance: 0.5 miles on steep terrain.
Free event: booking essential due to number restrictions - www.thewildwatch.org.uk
Ripon Summer Yoga
Ripon Summer Yoga in it`s 19th year will be offering 6 Sessions of Yoga at Ripon Leisure Centre from 19th July to of 23rd August. inclusive from 7.45pm - 9.15pm . There will be a different teacher each night. None of the sessions will be to strenuous and will be suitable to those over 16 years of age. No pre -booking is required. Costs £6.00 per session. If possible bring your own mat. This is a non-profit making organisation which donates the proceeds after costs to charity. For Further details contact
Jen Thompson 01765 605287 or Celia Grieve 01765 603286