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

What’s On is a free service for individuals and organisations in and around Richmond including all of Richmondshire and communities throughout the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

If you are a commercial provider of events and activities, we are pleased to publicise your business too. To discover how to use What’s On for a modest fee just email – info@whatsonrichmond.co.uk

2 June - 2 June
Venue: Green Howards Museum
Time: 18:00 - 20:00

Join Robert Dransfield in this museum talk as he shares the powerful history of the Simpson Bell family, including the life of 2nd Lt Donald Simpson Bell VC and the moving memories preserved by his sister Dorothy. Featuring original letters from the front, photographs, and personal insights from Harrogate, this is a rare and intimate look at life during wartime.

Donald Simpson Bell is the only professional footballer to have been awarded a Victoria Cross.

£15.00 per person, book now to avoid disappointment.
01748 826561
events@greenhowards.org.uk

01748826561

4 June - 17 June
Venue: The Station
Time: 09.00-20.00

An exhibition of Visionary Landscapes and Figurative Painting in the tradition of Blake, Palmer and Ravilious. Original Oil paintings, Limited Edition Prints & Greetings cards by local artist.

07704208774

5 June - 5 June
Venue: Green Howards Museum
Time: 18:00 - 20:45

Hear fascinating stories from Marrie Wieczorek which include winning her first England Cap, MFC Ladies in North Korea, Ladies football in general and the inspiring journey from Cleveland Spartans to MFC Ladies at Wembley.

Paul will share his journey from his time in the Green Howards playing football on the streets of Northern Ireland to Zimbabwe & Barnsley FC.

They will finish the evening with the obligatory World Cup predictions.

The evening ticket also includes museum entry, a welcome drink, an interval drink and a souvenir gift.

£30 per person.

01748826561

6 June - 7 June
Venue: Goosewing Studios, The Station
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Amongst over 200 artists and jewellers across North Yorkshire, see Jaci Stroud and Carol Watson at work and chat with them about their art, designs and workshops.

9 June
Venue: Richmond Town Hall
Time: 1900 - 2100

This is your chance to try felt flower making with Sara Baldwin Cole. Please contact Pam on 07794 089414 for further information. Lady visitors are welcome to come along as guests. It's someone's birthday so there might be cake!

07776 300868

10 June
Venue: King's Head Hotel
Time: 12:30 - 15:00

Join us for a two-course lunch followed by speaker Meridith Towne on Sewing in the Sixties. Visitors welcome, please book in advance by ringing our Luncheon Secretary on 07936 547 360.

13 June - 14 June
Venue: Richmond Bike Park
Time: Various

We're rolling up our sleeves and getting stuck in at Richmond Bike Park and we'd love your help!

Join us for a Volunteer Dig Weekend to help with construction. Whether you're a seasoned trail builder or just keen to give something back to the riding community, there's a job for everyone from landscaping and dry stone walling to moving earth and aggregate.

13 June - 14 June
Venue: Goosewing Studios at The Station
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Amongst over 200 artists and jewellers across North Yorkshire, see Jaci Stroud and Carol Watson at work and chat with them about their art, designs and workshops.

15 June
Venue: Richmond Town Hall
Time: 14:00

A talk from Joseph Kumirayi on 'From Zimbabwe to Brompton on Sale'. Visitors welcome.

19 June
Venue: Station Cinema
Time: TBC

Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs get exponentially harder when they go head-to-head with a new threat to playtime. Electronic Tablets.

20 June - 20 June
Venue: Green Howards Museum
Time: 10:30 - 17.00

The Dorman Club in Middlesbrough have kindly agreed to host the match where a day of family fun will take place.

Bring the family to support our veterans. There will be Karaoke, Ice Cream vans, Bouncy Castles, Green Howards Museum stand, Royal Yorkshire Regiment Weapon & Equipment stand, Comedian and live singer, a raffle and refreshments available throughout the day.

Kick off is 10.30am and proceeds from the day will support The Green Howards Museum educational workshops, Royal Yorkshire Regiment Charitable Trust, Middlesbrough Over 40's Chosen charity Unique supporting Rare Chromosome disorders.

If you are a veteran and interested in playing o

01748826561

20 June - 20 June
Venue: Station Cinema
Time: TBC

Meet Buzz on Saturday at The Station before the film as we celebrate the release of Toy Story 5! , Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs get exponentially harder when they go head-to-head with a new threat to playtime.

23 June - 23 June
Venue: Richmond Town Hall
Time: 19:00

Photographic Memories of Richmond – Presented by Mike Wood and Brian Woodley.

Using a range of images of Richmond taken from magic lantern slides unseen for over 100 years, a 16mm cine film of the 1929 Richmond Pageant thought to have been lost, and a recently discovered 35mm film strip made in 1945 by the British Council depicting Richmond as a typical English town, this is a unique opportunity to experience this important part of Richmond local history, all to be shown on original equipment of the day. Admission £5 on the door. Refreshments available by donation.

01748825611

27 June - 26 July
Venue: Richmond Bike Park
Time: Various

We're rolling up our sleeves and getting stuck in at Richmond Bike Park. Join us for one of our Volunteer Dig Weekends to help with construction. Whether you're a seasoned trail builder or just keen to give something back to the riding community, there's a job for everyone from landscaping and dry stone walling to moving earth and aggregate.

No experience needed: just bring sturdy shoes, gloves if you have them, and a willingness to get involved. Tools and guidance provided.

This is your chance to help shape the future of the park, meet other volunteers and riders, and be part of something brilliant for the local community.