What's On / Local Events in Richmond, North Yorkshire

Presented by AKA Theatre Company

On Boxing Day 2015, the small Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge experienced the worst floods in a century. But, as the town submerged a community emerged, working together to rebuild their sodden town.

Honest and touching with a dash of Northern humour, The Flood is a love letter to a town that refused to give in to the volatility of nature.

Performed by a team of multi-rolling actor musicians, representing the diverse, yet passionate, members of Hebden Bridge's community, interweaving dozens of personal stories taken from every corner of the town.

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Starring Tony-Nominee Jeremy Jordan and Olivier-Nominee Frances Mayli McCann, this award-winning production (including Best New Musical - What's On Stage Awards 2023) re-tells the unbelievable true story of America's most infamous couple, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. Recorded live at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane, discover the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire nation.

Richmond MayFest is Richmond's annual festival of traditional and historical music, dance and family fun! Loads happening in and around the town centre - this year includes:
- May Fair at Richmond Castle (free entry for DL9, DL10 and DL11 residents) Saturday, Sunday, Monday
- Talent Show Friday evening
- Busking Day Saturday
- MiniFolkFest at Town Hall Saturday + folk sessions all weekend
- Morris Day of Dance Sunday
- Crafts at Richmondshire Museum Saturday and Sunday (free entry DL9, DL10, DL11 residents) - make something to wear in the Parade!
- MayFest Parade on Monday + traditional rides and games
- Medieval Music concert Saturday
- Ceilidh Sunday
- Music and dance workshops and have a go
Concerts and Dances discounted tickets for DL9, DL10 and DL1

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Kick off a brilliant weekend with our first ever MayFest Talent Night! Are you a singer, an instrumentalist, a comedian, a magician? Are you in a band, or a dance troupe? Want to be the official Talent of MayFest? Sign up now!
Applications welcome from age 13 and over - sign up now at richmondmayfest.org/talent
Applications must be in by Friday 18th April 2025
Tickets available from the MayFest website

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As the shipping forecast embarks on its second century, bestselling author and award-winning broadcaster Charlie Connelly's hilarious and informative show brings the quirky broadcast vividly to life, celebrating what he regards as the greatest invention of the modern age.

How did a weather forecast for ships capture the hearts of a nation, from salty old sea dog to insomniac landlubber? How is it possible for ‘rain later' to be ‘good'? And where the hell is North Utsire?

Inspired by Charlie's bestselling book, this pacy, moving and hilarious show takes you all the way from Viking to South-East Iceland to ensure the shipping forecast will never sound the same again.

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The Play of Daniel tells the Old Testament story of the prophet Daniel - specifically the tales of the Writing on the Wall and the Lions' Den. It was composed in Beauvais in Northern France, under the direction of the choirmaster Ralph the Englishman, and was performed annually for many years by the Abbey choir, complete with costumes and live action. Trouvere's new production highlights the wonderful musicality and great storytelling of this piece of medieval musical theatre.
Trouvere are based in Richmond.
Paul Leigh: gittern, citole, flutes
Juliette Primrose: vielle, percussion
Gill Page: harp, bells, narration
Richard de Winter: voice, narration
Discounted tickets for DL9, DL10 & DL11 residents

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Light the Rock n' Roll spark with a Flame in the guise of Dave, Noddy, Jim and Don and their showcase of the rise and demise of rock band Flame.

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A coffee morning with a difference for MayFest, with music from Damien Clarke, the Ran Tanners, and Musicality Choir. Admission £2 includes free refills, biscuits - and music!

Plus, stay around after the raffle for an afternoon of wonderful folk music

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The MayFest MiniFolkFest offers an afternoon of great sounds. Cash bar
12.30-1.00: Fill the Tankard
1.10-1.40: John Burge
1.50-2.20: Errol and Lesley Kirkpatrick
2.30-3.00: Eric Sedge
3.10-3.40: Mark and George
3.50-4.20: Nick Brooker
4.30-5.00: Swalemates

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As a part of Richmond MayFest 2025, Richmondshire Choral Society (RCS) is inviting any singers, regardless of experience, to join us in a Come & Sing Messiah performance in St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Saturday 3 May.
11.30 - 1pm The day will commence in St. Mary's Church with a vocal technique and Messiah Workshop led by Valerie Danby, opera and concert soloist and the first opera singer to perform on the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury. Bring a packed lunch and drinks.
2pm-5pm will be a rehearsal with soloists and RCS musical director Ben Noble. The performance will commence at 7.30pm.
Book to take part or to attend the performance including soloists at https://www.richchoral.org.uk/concerts/concerts.php
Singers £15 inc music hire. Audience £10 for postcodes DL9,10 & 11, £12 others.

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The Twangtown Paramours are three time Kerrville finalists and and winners of Texas's Wildflower Contest. Recently, other artists have started to record their songs. Lead singer, MaryBeth Zamer used to sing background vocals for Eva Cassidy. Writer, producer, and guitar player, Mike Lewis is the author of a #1 platinum selling hit in Korea and sometimes plays upright bass for Jimmie Dale Gilmore. The newest Twangtown Paramours album, which was released in January, 2025, came in at #1 on the Folk Alliance International Chart for that month, got more spins than any #1 monthly artist in over two years, and had six of the top ten songs.

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Enjoy a programme of music played on St Mary's magnificent organ, with organist Andrew Christer

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The MayFest Ceilidh returns, with music and calling from Blind Panic Ceilidh Band. Dance the night away! Discounted tickets for DL9, DL10 and DL11 residents

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An established, well attended Artisan Fair, were you are sure of a warm welcome, as all exhibitors bring their own unique, creative style in handmaking their beautiful items. Held in the 18th century Richmond Town Hall in North Yorkshire. Situated in the centre of town surrounding by a beautiful cobbled marketplace. Full of independent shops, cafes, museums and the Yorkshire Dales on the doorstep. Bus stop in the main square and free parking in the market place with long /short stay car parks five mins walk from town. Pop along and browse the many different stalls, were you can be sure to find that perfect gift. LIFT ACCESS - FREE ENTRY - DOGS WELCOME

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Dr William Wyeth (English Heritage) will discuss new findings and recent scholarship, which help to broaden the story of the castle and its community. Methodist Church 7.30 pm. Visitors welcome.

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AGM and Illustrated talk by Roger Foreman of the Glade Trust Nature Reserve Kirkby Fleetham, on Barn Owl monitoring in Yorkshire Dales National Park
All Welcome.

Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, let the UK's most authentic vintage band take you on a thrilling tour through music's most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled with an evening of back-to-back hits, vibrant vintage costumes, colourful staging and plenty of singing along!

The Bluejays' captivating production features hits from the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Little Richard, Roy Orbison, The Beach Boys and many more.

This exciting young band will transport you back to the fabulous 50s and swinging 60s in stunningly authentic style.

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From the creators of last year's production Remember, STEPPS Theatre Group presents a new comedy set in a busy NHS A&E on Saturday night.

Meet Patience Wright, an experienced receptionist with a no-nonsense attitude, as she and her colleagues tackle eccentric old ladies, emotional young mothers, and a host of emergencies. Packed with humour and relatable moments, this show will have you laughing out loud while capturing the mayhem of an A&E department.

Don't miss this entertaining production that's sure to resonate with anyone who's spent time in a hospital waiting room!

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This life workshop is suitable for beginners and improvers who would like to explore a variety of approaches to drawing the figure, using charcoal and other drawing media. £55 per person.

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A talk from Tanya Benthem on 'Opus Anglicanum Middle Ages Embroidery'. Visitors welcome. Please contact swale.wi.2024@gmail.com for details.

Tonight's meeting is the Resolutions Meeting and will be followed by a quiz. Please contact Pam Myers for further information on 07794 089 414.

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Stephen Clark tells the turbulent stories of the three archbishops produced by the tiny village of Marske, in Swaledale, between 1550 and 1850. £5 on the door. Refreshments available.

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Richmond Yorkshire Ladies' Luncheon Club meets regularly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the King's Head Hotel, Richmond. We enjoy a 2-course meal, plus coffee and mints followed by Gareth Murrell with a talk on Rowing the Atlantic. It is a friendly group and we welcome new faces. pre-booking lunch is essential - just ring our Luncheon Secretary on 07936 547360 by noon on the Monday preceding the meeting you wish to attend.

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Boost your Well Being by Singing this summer with the Station Singers Community choirs.
Join their women's voice only choir for an evening of jazz tunes on 15 May.

Doors open at 19:00. Come for a cuppa and chat, pick up music, find a seat and be ready to sing at 19.45.

Book this event along with our "French Connection" event in June and get £2 off the total booking price!

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St Mary's is proud to be hosting an evening with Paul Kerensa, the brilliant comedian and comedy writer. This is one not to miss. A clean comedian, with performance suitable for anyone over 12, be they atheist or bishop, Paul has toured his solo show to 1000s of events & festivals, from Greenbelt to the Edinburgh Fringe and Montreal Comedy Festival. And now it's Richmond's turn! Paul has written for 'Miranda', 'Not Going Out', 'TFI Friday' etc and appears on Radio 2's 'Pause for Thought'.
'A brilliant writer, fantastic communicator, deep thinker & philosopher but most importantly, extremely decent bloke.' – CHRIS EVANS
'Top comic, top writer, top bloke!' – LEE MACK
Tickets £10 from Neeps and Tatties and on Eventbrite.

American Roots musician Guy Davis (vocals, 6 string guitar, 12 string guitar, 5 and 6 string banjo, didgeridoo, harmonica) is two times Grammy nominee (Best Traditional Blues). He is also an actor, author and songwriter.
Guy uses a blend of Roots, Blues, Folk, Rock, Rap, Spoken Word, and World Music to comment on, and address, the frustrations of social injustice, touching on historical events, and common life struggles. His background in theatre is pronounced through the lyrical storytelling of songs 'God's Gonna Make Things Over' about the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, 'Welcome to My World', and 'Got Your Letter In My Pocket'.

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Presented by Our Star Theatre Company

A thrilling sequel to The 39 Steps, Hannay Stands Fast sees our dashing hero, Richard Hannay, back in the fray on a mission to thwart a new and deadly threat to his beloved England.

Engaged on this top-secret case by MI5, Hannay makes his way down to Cornwall to infiltrate a secretive organisation and learn their dastardly plans. Can he save the day to keep the nation safe for another day?

Hannay Stands Fast, like its predecessor, is taken on by four actors playing dozens of characters – 53 to be precise! - set in various locations created through quick and innovative uses of trunks, crates, suitcases, ladders, you name it! A rip-roaring comedy for the whole family to enjoy.

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Join talented local florist Heather Roberts to create a beautiful natural spring arrangement or a spring wreath, using fresh seasonal flowers and foliage. £40 per person

Join us for a coffee morning at the church in Reeth. All welcome.

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Members of the Public (residents of Richmond living within the Town Boundaries) are invited to apply to attend the Mayor Making Ceremony and the Reception afterwards.
A ballot will be held if requests received are greater than the number of places available.
Please apply in writing with your name, address and telephone number to The Town Hall by
12 May 2025

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Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide.

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Presented by Richmond Operatic Society.

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Enjoy an evening of painting, pizza, and prosecco* with artist Jaci Stroud. Jaci will share step by step tuition to create your own watercolour inks hummingbird and hibiscus painting. £35 per person

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An exhibition of mixed media textured landscape and still life paintings, inspired by travels.

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An exhibition of Lino prints and mixed media pieces based on the Yorkshire Dales

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Join us this half term to search around The Station and find what we need to make May merry! There's lots of exciting things to find - gather them all, and collect a small prize! £1 per child

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A tasting of wines from South America with Paul Tate-Smith from Derventio Wines in Malton. Visitors welcome £20. Please email info@nyws.org.uk for information.

The Richmond Meet (the Meet) is an association of individuals having an affection for Richmond & its people, together with a desire to enhance the life of the Local area. It is independent, self-financing, of charitable outlook & open to anyone wishing to become a Patron, or member.

Throughout the year, ad-hoc events may be organized for public enjoyment & entertainment, with a principal weekend of activities over the Whitsuntide/Spring Bank Holiday, i.e. the Meet Weekend.

Charity collections & /or activities may be arranged for either specific or general purposes, but always for purely local recipients within approx. an 8 mile radius of Richmond.
It will be the norm for a charity collection to be undertaken over the Meet Weekend, with the gross proceeds applied to local charities.

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Richmond And District Angling Society will be meeting up on the last Friday of every month. Join us for a pint! New members / visitors are welcome.

Printmaker Sally from Ashford Cottage Design will lead this lino cutting print workshop where you will learn how to explore mark making and then cut, and print, your lino cut design. £55 per person

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Join us for this Pop Up Shop and Creative Workshop on the beautiful Aske Estate. We will be joined by some hand-picked creative businesses.

Open Day for the Richmond (Yorks) Bowls Club between 11:00 and 15:00. This will take place at the green between the Cricket Club and Ronaldshay Play Park. There will be bowls to borrow and some flat soled shoes available. This is a free session with members present to give advice. Please log onto the website at richmondyorksbowlsclub.co.uk for further information.

We are delighted to welcome the NE Street Band for their first ever appearance in Reeth.

Founded in 2019 by lead singer Graeme Richardson, the six-piece band perform the classic Springsteen hits like Born to Run, Hungry Heart, and Dancing in the Dark, but also cover all genres of his back catalogue - including fan favourites, rarities, iconic covers, solo and stripped back acoustic versions as well as several tracks from ‘The Seeger Sessions' concerts.

As well as Graeme on vocals and guitar, the line up includes John Paul Hardy on bass and backing vocals, Mike Henderson on keyboard and accordion, Louise Howarth on tenor and alto sax, flute and clarinet, Colin Cheesman on drums, and Dave Fletcher on guitar.
Tickets £15 (£17 on the door). Doors open 7.30pm for an 8pm start. The Memo

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