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.
Handmade wirework jewellery on sale at The March Hare Gallery & Café by local students.
Handmade wirework jewellery on sale at The March Hare Gallery & Café by local students.
Throughout June you can see & purchase a varied and wide range of locally made wire work jewellery to be on sale at the well known March Hare Gallery & Café. From small and delicate; to big and bold. Some pieces have subtlety, others with bright flashes of colour. The artists create many of their own designs, utilizing a wide variety of techniques, wires and beads, and other items which they incorporate into their work. Each piece –has its own unique personality. The jewellery on show is certain to be popular and is sure to inspire and encourage others to join the fantastic jewellery courses on offer which run at St John’s hall, Ripon, King James School, Knaresborough and Ripon College.
The exhibition runs from 1st June to 31 June 2007 at the March Hare Gallery & Café, Ripon Small Shops, Duck Hill, Ripon.
Open every day. Mon –Sun
For further details please contact: Caroline Thompson Tel: 01765 608833 The March Hare Gallery & Café Ripon Small Shops Duck Hill Ripon HG4 1BL Carnie123@aol.com
Winifred Hodge, Nancy Murgatroyd and Sarah Venus Art Selling Exhibition at Hornseys - ‘the gallery’, 3 Kirkgate, Ripon
New works on display by popular Yorkshire artists Winifred Hodge,Nancy Murgatroyd and Sarah Venus. Winifred Hodge uses spontaneous and exciting techniques with mixed media, the work powerfully evokes the British landscape tradition, but in a distinctly modern and unique way. The low sun of the winter months, the richness of colour on bleak, solitary Dales moorland proves a challenge and inspiration for her work. Nancy Murgatroyd works in painting and textiles, her subjects reflect a deep fascination with nature, particularly plants, flowers and our relationship to them. The viewer is drawn close to subjects seeing them in a new way. She delights in colour. Recent paintings are inspired by freshly harvested produce on show. Sarah Venus’s textile works combine felt with a variety of contrasting materials including rubber to produce thought provoking and tactile pieces. Her lino prints follow similar themes. The inspirations spring from natural forms, their interactions and tensions. Alongside these artists will be ‘the gallery’s unique collection of 20th Century Modern Masters.
Our summer opening times are:
Wednesday - Saturday: 10.00am - 5.30pm
Or by appointment.
To make an appointment or for more information about anything featured on our website please contact Anna Arcidiacono at:
the gallery - Hornseys 3 Kirkgate Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 1PA
tel: 01765 602878 email: thegallery@hornseys.com
Ripon Races
Nick Wilmot Smith Memorial Handicap
First Race Starts 2.30pm
Ripon Races
Directors Cup Handicap
First race Starts 6.40pm
Open-Air Shakespeare - Much Ado About Nothing
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Bring a picnic, rugs and chairs and enjoy this much loved comedy performed by Illyria in the Abbey cloister. Limited seat hire available. Adult £15 Child £12, booking essential: 01670 773939 / www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events
Gates open 6pm, play begins 7pm
Furniture made by Craftsmen on Show at Hornseys - 'the gallery', 3 Kirkgate, Ripon
Hornseys'- the gallery in Kirkgate, Ripon are expanding their repertoire to include distinctive, contemporary modern crafts comprising furniture, ceramics, sculpture and jewellery.
On show throughout the summer will be a selection of craftsman-made furniture from Thirsk-based designers Richard Burnley and Paul Steel. They have been invited to exhibit at the ‘the gallery’ by its owner Daniel Hornsey and each piece of furniture, including cabinets, chairs and tables, is unique. These are on show alongside ‘the gallery’s’ exhibition of contemporary art, including works by Nancy Murgatroyd, Winifred Hodge and Sarah J Venus.
Daniel Hornsey says: “Inviting Richard and Paul to exhibit at ‘the gallery’ is part of our policy of development by concentrating on quality, both in art and craftsmanship. Their work is original and expertly made, and is ideal for showing alongside contemporary art. Richard says of his designs “each piece is imaginatively conceived and hand made, making every effort to achieve a practical, elegant and unique design.”
Daniel also mentions that “the gallery will also be showing other modern crafts over the coming months.” For further information visit their website at www.hornseys.com email thegallery@hornseys.com or phone 01765 602878
The Colin Holt Band at Lockwoods Cafebar and Restaurant
The Colin Holt Band will be playing more of their own music aswell as popular covers starting at 7.30pm. Feel free to get up and dance!
There is a fixed price menu, with a range of choices. Please book early (01765 607555) to avoid disappointment.
Lockwoods Cafebar and Restaurant
83 North Street
Ripon
01765 607555
The Human Imprint
An exhibition of sculpture, maquettes, and drawings by Linda Thompson, and photographs by David Greaves is being held at Ripon Cathedral. The work on exhibition will reflect the wonderful ethos of the Cathedral and the surrounding countryside, and Linda Thompson will be in attendance to discuss her work with interested visitors of any age on Saturday 30th June and Wednesday 18th July from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The exhibition is Arts Council funded.
Yorkshire Beer Festival
There will be a Yorkshire Beer Festival on the Market Square... come and sample the offerings.
Special Summer Events
Seager Associates in partnership with Newby Hall are proud to present two very special events of sophisticated entertainment, music and dancing on :
Saturday 16th June and Saturday 23rd June 2007.
These special unique events will be held in support of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance .
Excellent opportunity for corporate hospitality and a much lower cost than Royal Ascot !
For further details :
www.seagerassociates.com
Midsummer Barn Dance
“JENNYRUTH WORKSHOPS is organising a MIDSUMMER BARN DANCE at The Barn, Grange Farm (next to Black-a-Moor), Bridge Hewick, Ripon, HG4 5AA on Saturday 16th June, 7.30pm. Music from the fabulous Ceilidh band and caller from Knaresborough Accordion and Fiddle Society. Tickets: Tel 01765 606620 - £12, over 60’s £10, under 16’s £5 – includes a Barbeque Supper. Lincensed Bar. Don’t miss the fun!”
Ripon Farmers Market
Come and visit the Ripon Farmer's Market to sample a fine selection of fresh local produce.
Father's Day Lunches
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Bring your dad for a stroll around the estate and lunch in the Visitor Centre restaurant. No need to book.
Further information: 01765 608888
From Minibeasts to Mammals Wildlife Walk
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Bring your dad for an afternoon of investigating living things and searching for signs and evidence of wildlife.
2pm
Normal admission applies
Further information: 01765 608888
Ripon Races
Norman Wells Memorial Handicap
First Race Starts 6.50pm
St Mary's Church Tour
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Free tour of the magnificent Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
11am
Further information: 01765 608888
Ripon Races - Ladies Days
Ladies Day Handicap
First Race Starts 2.10pm
Taster Tour
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Travel in time to take an overview of the history of this World Heritage Site. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
2pm
Normal admission applies
Further information: 01765 608888
Garden Party at Bellwood Hall
Johnny and Janie Wardle are opening the grounds of their lovely home, Bellwood Hall, to host a garden party in support of the Zomba Mental Health Link (a three way link between Mental Health Services in Harrogate and District), the Department of Health Sciences at the University of York and Mental Health Services in Zomba, Malawi).
There will be books, plants, cakes and a tombola stall, refreshments including a BBQ and strawberries and cream, a raffle, games and much, much more!
Bellwood Hall is on the A61 Harrogate Road in Ripon. Entrance fee is £5.00 per car and tickets and further information are available from Jennifer Travena tel 07961 820405 or email Jennifer.travena@nyypct.nhs.uk
Call My Bluff Wine Tasting Evening, Lockwoods Restaurant.
Great Northern Wines will be supplying complementary tastes of a number of intriguing wines, and your challenge is to guess which is which. The best wine afficionado at the end of the evening will of course receive resounding applause, and a prize!. Please book early
Lockwoods Cafebar and Restaurant 83 North Street Ripon
01765 607555
Craft Fair on the Market Square
There will be a large selction of produce available on the Market Square provided by Made in Yorkshire and Feast.
Discover Ripon Day 2
Following on from the success of the 2006 Discover Ripon Day, the event is being organised again... bigger and better than before. The purpose of the Discover Ripon Day is to try and help you find out more about Ripon, and discover things you never knew.
Wildflowers of the Water Garden
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Discover the variety of wildflowers in the Water Garden with your camera. A wildlife guide will help you to identify the flowers as you capture them on camera. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
10.30am
Normal estate admission
Further information: 01765 608888
Open-Air Theatre - Robin Hood
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Bring a picnic, rugs and chairs and enjoy this much loved classic tale performed by Illyria in the Abbey cloister. Limited seat hire available. Adult £15 Child £12, booking essential, 01670 773939 / www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events
6pm gates open, 7pm play begins
LIBERA in Concert
Unique boy choir from South London, LIBERA, will be in concert at St Wilfrid's Church, Duchy Road, Harrogate on 30 June 07 at 7.45pm. LIBERA recently won a top prize on TV show "When will I be Famous" and are well-known for their very successful albums.
Tickets cost £15 and can be obtained from reservations@libera.org.uk (pay on the door) or from Pomp and Circumstance, 22 Commercial Street, Harrogate (Tel: 01423 504035). Seating is unreserved and doors open at 7pm.
Grand Opening of the "new" Storm in a Teacup.
You are invited to join Emma Warner-Reed of 'Storm in a Teacup' for the grand opening of her new premises at number 5, Kirkgate Ripon.
Open: Saturday 30th June from 12 noon.
'Discover' Ripon's only vintage-style shop has already established itself as 'the' place to go for anyone looking for something a little out of the ordinary. Whether you are searching for glamorous ladies' eveningwear accessories or quirky and unusual gifts, Storm in a Teacup certainly has something for everyone.
The move also promises to bring new ranges of both giftware and jewellery to Storm in a Teacup's already extensive stock, with additional lines from glamorous American vintage jewellery designer Shelley Cooper, designer beauty products from Gianna Rose Atelier and an extended display of millinery from Catherine Hart designs.
Emma would like you to join her for a glass of wine to help her celebrate from 5.00pm on Saturday, 30th June.
A Grand Tour of Studley Royal
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
A free tour taking in the grand design of the Georgian landscape including Deer Park and Water Garden. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
1.30pm
Normal admission applies Further information: 01765 608888
Abbey Tours
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Join a free tour to discover fascinating facts and stories about the Abbey and monks.
Daily 11am, 1pm, 2pm. Additional 3pm tour in June, July and August.
Normal admission applies Further information: 01765 608888
Alpha Course
Ripon Salvation army is starting an Alpha course to explore the meaning of life on Thursday 12th April at 7pm - 9:45pm. Each session starts with a meal. This is followed by a short video and group discussions. There is no charge for the meal. Prebooking would help with the catering arrangements but is not essential. For further details please contact Capt Steve Noble on 600933.
The Gallery - Hornseys at 3, Kirkgate Ripon Exhibition of Contemporary and 20th Century "Modern Masters"
‘the gallery’ is a Yorkshire based art dealership, located in Ripon, specialising in high quality Fine Art ranging from the 17th to the 21st Centuries. Cutting edge contemporary artists are shown alongside leading 20th century artists. Artworks include original works, lithographs, chromolithographs, engravings, etchings, pochoirs, photography, textiles, jewellery, ceramics and sculptures.
• Services include: Private and Corporate Commissions, Off site exhibitions & rental, Hire to buy, Wedding Lists, bespoke framing and many others please do not hesitate to call us to discuss.
• Up Coming Selling Exhibitions:
Summer Modern and Contemporary Art Selling Exhibition. June - September 2007
• New to ‘the gallery’ are ceramics, textiles and jewellery.
Modern Masters from "the gallery's" collection will be on show, works will include Lithographs, etchings, photogravures and prints by Picasso, Miró, Matisse, Leger, Degas, Man Ray, Moore, Pasmore, Hockney and many others.
Contemporary canvases and prints will be on display at the gallery also. Works by artists, who have exhibited in London and New York, include Richard Walker, Lucie Bennett, Ellie Howitt, John Simpson, Viktoria Hellenius, Nathaniel Fowles, Barry Morgan, Rebecca Baker, Hannah Munns and Kate Lowe.
Also available is Australian artist Wendy McArthur, Jane Kennelly, Nancy Murgatroyd and Winifred Hodge; her impressionistic landscapes use mixed media which capture the intense colours of the Scottish and Yorkshire scenery.
• Latest exhibitions will be advertised on our website www.hornseys.com as well as on this ripon-internet site.
Our full catalogue can be viewed at www.hornseys.com, if you have any enquiries please do not hesitate to contact us via email thegallery@hornseys.com or telephone 01765 602878.
• Opening times: Wednesday – Saturday 10.00am – 5.30pm or by appointment.
Hornseys’ continue within the book trade; rare and second hand books are offered for purchase through ‘the gallery’ by appointment or when the subject matter complements the exhibitions. Hornseys' also have many books, on a wide variety of subjects available to be viewed & purchased online in their ebay shop - hornseys2005.
"Pictures of People" Art Exhibition, Lockwoods Cafebar and Restaurant
Renowned Ripon artist David Stead is well known for uncompromisingly drawn, multilayered impasto oils of northern landscapes, and has recently also turned his attention to the citizens of Ripon. ‘Pictures of People’ is David’s most ambitious and challenging exhibition and a huge undertaking. By September he will have produced over a hundred portraits ranging from oils on canvas and charcoal drawings, to smaller works of multi-media and pen drawings.
David said “this is as much a social document and interactive event as an exhibition; we are using the walls of Lockwoods to involve the wider community of Ripon. The end of the summer will see many faces familiar to all who live and work in the city.”
In addition, David has created two large oil canvases for Lockwoods. These are bright, bold and vibrant paintings of Ripons Market Square and Racecourse, which observe the rich mix of traditional and contemporary imagery in these environments.
Matthew Lockwood said “Our aim is to create a refreshing experience of traditional flavours in a relaxed contemporary setting. In line with this we have adapted our colour scheme and lighting in order to showcase “Pictures of People” to best effect. This has given the restaurant a more intimate feel and puts us firmly at the heart of the community of Ripon”.
Lockwoods Restaurant 83 North Street Ripon
01765 607555
School Holiday Fun - Things with Wings!
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Free trails and drop in self-led activities in Swanley Grange.
11am-3pm
Normal admission applies
Further information: 01765 608888
It's A Monk's Life
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Join us for a family tour of the Abbey. Dress in monks' robes and learn about their daily life. £1 plus normal admission for 7s and over. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Further information: 01765 608888