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

Wednesday 3rd September. Richmond Civic Society - The Stockton and Darlington Railway. Richmond Methodist Church 19.30 - 21.00. A talk by Chris Lloyd to commemorate the bicentenary this month of the Stockton to Darlington Railway. Visitors welcome: entry fee £10. Free to members. richmondcivicsociety.org

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.

Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?

Writer Suzie Miller, director Justin Martin, and composer Self Esteem, reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

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Edwina Hayes one of the finest female singer/songwriters this country has produced in years. Edwina brings together English folk, Americana and the rich Northern singer/songwriter tradition to create a sound that's truly her own. Highly accomplished she's toured with such notable performers as Jools Holland, Van Morrison, Nanci Griffith and Loudon Wainwright III to name just a few. Tickets £12 in advance from "The Book Stop" Market Hall, evenbrite: https://bit.ly/4j3VE71 or on the door.

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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Tonight the ladies will be making Christmas craft items ready for the November Coffee morning on Thursday 6th November.

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Why not join The Station Singers for a fun morning that is bound to boost your sense of well-being?
The morning is open to all voices and for anyone who likes to sing.

There will be a break for refreshments which can be purchased from The Station Cafe Bar, and other food businesses at The Station.

Wednesday 10 September in Screen 2 from 09.30am - 1pm, we will be singing a few of our favourites: some gospel, folk and popular songs including a Beatles medley!

Arrive from 9:15am to collect your music and find your seat.

Single prebooked ticket is £11:50 (£12 on the door)

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Come support Richmond's local history museum. Raffle, tombola and more! Entry £2. Museum Volunteers always wanted. For details ring John McCormack on 07866 033263.

A talk from Joanna Aston on ' A mad woman walking - Pilgrimage to Santiago'. Visitors welcome. Please contact swale.wi.2024@gmail.com for details.

Come join us for an exciting event at The Green Howards Museum where we will delve into the joys and pitfalls of exploring your family history.

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French and Italian classes at various levels on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting on 18th September. For details please contact Judith MacLeod at judithm289@gmail.com or on 07528786584.

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Glastonbury based Nick Parker started gigging in his early teens playing mandolin and singing, touring the UK and Europe, first with folk/rock/skiffle band ‘Why?' and then with his own guitar band ‘Tobermory' before embarking on his solo career in 2010.

Since then he has enjoyed more than 30 tours, releasing five full-length albums along the way, with many of his songs being featured on BBC6 Music and other stations.

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The VOCES8 Scholars Ensemble is a vocal group made up of young professional singers who have previously been part of the annual VOCES 8 Scholars programme. Their work includes performances across the UK including Kings Place, London; the Solent Music Festival; ‘Gregorian Treasures' in London and Cambridge with the Dutch ensemble Wishful Singing; and Fruit of Silence with McNicol Ballet Collective at the Royal Academy of Music, London. They will also give concerts in France, Belgium, Spain and Portugal. For VOCES8 Records they will record an album of music of Marten Jansson with the Stockholm Saxophone Quartet, conducted by Ragnar Bohlin for release next year.

A tasting of wines with HC Wines from York - 'What a difference a year makes'. Visitors welcome £20. Please email info@nyws.org.uk for information.