Hello Easingwold!
Following the launch of our first expanded edition, we’re pleased to return with issue two, bringing you another snapshot of what’s happening across the area. This month, our refreshed editorial line-up includes a packed events guide, alongside dedicated features for markets & car boots, helping you make the most of what’s on locally.
You’ll also find a Walking with the Wanderer, offering a route perfect for getting
out and exploring the surrounding area at your own pace, as well as Time Travel, our historical feature delving into Easingwold’s past and the stories that have shaped the town.
As always, Keep It Handy is designed to be practical, informative and easy to dip into whenever you need it. Whether you’re planning your week, discovering something new, or simply staying connected to the local community.
If you run a local group, club, activity or event, let us know and we’ll include it in a future edition of our Keep it Handy Guide! Email us at info@yourlocallink.co.uk
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What’s On
Easingwold & Surrounding Area
2 APRIL
JAMES ACASTER, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A hilarious big screen event as comedian James Acaster explores his love-hate relationship with stand-up, welcoming audience interaction along the way. Filmed across multiple venues, this unique show captures three very different performances.
2 APRIL
EASTER ART HOUSE, Easingwold Community Library, Market Place, YO61 3AN. Drop in between 10.00am–12.00pm. A fun, free craft session for children with Chris Geeson Creative Clubs. Make an Easter card or create an eco-scrap daffodil. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
3–26 APRIL
SPILMANS TULIP FESTIVAL, Church Farm, Sessay, YO7 3NB. Times vary. Explore over 250,000 tulips across vibrant fields in this colourful spring festival. Enjoy scenic walks, photo opportunities, wood-fired pizzas, a seasonal café and family-friendly fun. Dog friendly with on-site parking.
8 APRIL
THE CHORAL, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A moving historical drama set in Yorkshire during the First World War, following a local choral society preparing a performance of Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius. Starring Ralph Fiennes, this heartfelt film explores community, music and resilience in wartime Britain.
10 APRIL
EASTER FAMILY DAY, Thirsk Racecourse, Thirsk. Kick off the racing season with an exciting day of competitive racing and family fun. Enjoy live music, food and drink, plus FREE children’s entertainment including inflatables, fairground stalls, games, face painting and a kids’ disco.
22–25 APRIL
CURTAIN UP ON MURDER, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A thrilling whodunnit set in a seaside theatre where a drama group find themselves trapped during a storm. When a series of mysterious deaths occur, panic rises as it becomes clear a killer is among them. A suspense-filled evening of twists and intrigue.
5 MAY
EUGENE ONEGIN, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 6.00pm. Royal Opera and Ballet screening of Tchaikovsky’s passionate opera. Asmik Grigorian stars as Tatiana in this timeless tale of love and regret, alongside Igor Golovatenko as Onegin. A beautifully staged and emotionally powerful production.
7 MAY
ALL MY SONS, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A National Theatre Live screening of Arthur Miller’s powerful classic, starring Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste. When wartime profit comes at a cost, long-buried truths begin to surface. A gripping and thought-provoking drama, filmed live from the West End.
9 MAY
ONE IOTA AND GAELFORCE, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A powerful live music double headline featuring progressive alt-rock band One Iota and Celtic progressive folk group Gaelforce. Expect rich soundscapes, original music and an unforgettable evening blending traditional and contemporary influences.
13 MAY
ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A gripping drama from Paul Thomas Anderson following a former revolutionary drawn back into a dangerous world when an old enemy resurfaces. Blending action, dark humour and political intrigue, this powerful story explores resistance, family and redemption.
16 MAY
SKY BET IRISH DAY, Thirsk Racecourse, Thirsk. Enjoy a lively day of racing with an Irish twist, featuring live music from The Emerald Thieves, themed entertainment, food and drink, and a fantastic atmosphere. Join the fun for one of the season’s most popular race days.
28 MAY
THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.00pm. A National Theatre Live screening of John Millington Synge’s darkly comic classic. When a young man arrives claiming to have killed his father, he unexpectedly becomes a local hero - until the truth catches up with him.
10 JUNE
SONG SUNG BLUE, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.30pm. A feelgood musical drama starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, following a husband-and-wife tribute act navigating fame, love and heartbreak. A heartfelt story packed with iconic songs and emotional highs and lows.
13 JUNE
ALNE STREET FAYRE, Alne, YO61 1RY.
A fantastic family day out featuring live music across five stages, entertainment, activities and refreshments. Celebrating its 41st year, this much-loved event offers something for all ages and has been recognised as one of the UK’s top family days out.
16 JUNE
AFTERNOON RACING FEATURING ROYAL ASCOT, Thirsk Racecourse, Thirsk. Enjoy a fantastic day of racing alongside live coverage from Royal Ascot on the big screens. Featuring live music from Tom Powell, plus food, drink and a great race day atmosphere.
24–27 JUNE
FROM BINGO TO BROADWAY, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. A heartwarming and hilarious musical comedy following residents of a care home staging a variety show to raise funds. Packed with humour, charm and uplifting moments, this feel-good production celebrates friendship, resilience and the joy of never giving up.
30 JUNE
LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES, Galtres Centre, Market Place, Easingwold, YO61 3AD. 7.00pm. A National Theatre Live screening of Christopher Hampton’s gripping adaptation of the classic novel. In a world of power, seduction and social games, two former lovers manipulate those around them with dangerous consequences. A bold, scandalous and captivating drama.
Thirsk Racecourse
Your LOCAL Directory
Markets & Car Boot Sales
2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 APRIL STORE & BREEDING STOCK MARKET
York Auction Centre, YO19 5GF. 11.00am.
3-4 APRIL
KNARESBOROUGH CASTLE ARTISAN MARKET
Castle Yard, HG5 8AS. 10.00am-3.00pm.
4 APRIL HOVINGHAM
VILLAGE MARKET
Hovingham, YO62 4LX 10.30am-1.30pm
4 APRIL SLEDMERE FARMERS MARKET
Sledmere House, YO25 3XG. 9.00am-2.30pm.
4 APRIL
YORK EASTER WEEKENDARTISAN GIFT AND CRAFT FAIR MARKET
The Belfrey Hall, YO1 8AS. 9.00am.
5-6 APRIL
HARROGATE
VALLEY GARDENS
ARTISAN MARKET
Valley Gardens, HG1 2SZ. 10.00am-3.00pm.
9 APRIL HARROGATE FARMERS MARKET
- REAL MARKETS
Cambridge Street, HG1 1RW. 10.00am-4.00pm.
11 APRIL EASINGWOLD ARTISAN MARKET
Easingwold Market Square, YO61 3AN. 9.00am-2.00pm.
11 APRIL
BRAMBLE BERRY
ARTISAN MARKET
The Milton Rooms, Malton, YO17 7LX. 10.00am-3.00pm
12 APRIL WETHERBY
ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, LS22 6NE.
10.00am-3.00pm.
19 APRIL
HARROGATE
MAKERS MARKET
Cambridge Street, HG1 1RW. 10.00am-4.00pm.
19 APRIL
THIRSK ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, YO7 1HQ.
10.00am-3.00pm.
19 APRIL
SHERIFF HUTTON MARKET
York Road, Sheriff Hutton, YO60 6RA.
10.30am-1.30pm
25 APRIL
MALTON MONTHLY
ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, YO17 7LX. 10.00am-3.00pm.
25 APRIL
LITTLE BIRD
MALTON ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, YO17 7LX. 10.00am-3.00pm
26 APRIL
RIPON ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, HG4 1BP. 10.00am-3.00pm.
2 MAY
HOVINGHAM
VILLAGE MARKET
Hovingham, YO62 4LX. 10.30am-1.30pm.
9 MAY
EASINGWOLD
ARTISAN MARKET
Easingwold Market Square, YO61 3AN.
9.00am-2.00pm.
10 MAY
WETHERBY
ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, LS22 6NE. 10.00am-3.00pm
17 MAY
SHERIFF HUTTON MARKET
York Road, Sheriff Hutton, YO60 6RA. 10.30am-1.30pm.
17 MAY
THE LEVESON CENTRE HANDMADE MARKET
York Community Stadium, YO32 9AF. 10.00am-2.00pm.
23 MAY
YORK ARTISAN
GIFT & CRAFT FAIR
Belfrey Hall, 52A Stonegate, YO1 8AS. 9.00am-4.30pm.
25 MAY
YORK MAGIC NIGHT MARKET
Jubbergate, YO1 8RT. 7.30pm-10.00pm.
6 JUNE
HOVINGHAM
VILLAGE MARKET
Hovingham, YO62 4LX. 10.30am-1.30pm.
13 JUNE
EASINGWOLD
ARTISAN MARKET
Easingwold Market Square, YO61 3AN. 9.00am-2.00pm.
14 JUNE
WETHERBY ARTISAN MARKET Market Place, LS22 6NE. 10.00am-3.00pm.
14 JUNE
SHERIFF HUTTON MARKET
York Road, Sheriff Hutton, YO60 6RA.
10.30am-1.30pm.
27 JUNE
LITTLE BIRD
MALTON ARTISAN MARKET
Market Place, YO17 7LX. 10.00am-3.00pm.
Regular Markets & Car Boots:
MONDAYS TO SUNDAYS
YORK SHAMBLES MARKET
Silver Street, YO1 8RY. 9.00am-5.00pm.
EVERY FIRST SUNDAY THE DERWENT ARMS CAR BOOT
Osbaldwick Village, YO10 3NP. 9.00am-12.00pm.
EVERY SUNDAY RUFFORTH CAR BOOT
Wetherby Road, YO23 3QH. 8.00am-1.00pm.
EVERY MONDAY PICKERING MARKET
Market Place, YO18 7AA. 10.00am-4.00pm.
EVERY FRIDAY EASINGWOLD MARKET
Market Place, YO61 3AA.
MONDAYS & SATURDAYS
THIRSK MARKET
Market Place, YO7 1EY. 8.30am-3.30pm.
EVERY TUESDAY POCKLINGTON MARKET
Market Place, YO42 2AL. 9.00am-4.00pm.
EVERY WEDNESDAY KIRKBYMOORSIDE MARKET
The Shambles, YO62 6AY. 8.00am-1.00pm.
EVERY WEDNESDAY KNARESBOROUGH MARKET
Market Place, HG5 8AG. 7.30am-3.00pm.
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY EASINGWOLD
FARMERS MARKET
Market Place, YO61 3AA. WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS
NORTHALLERTON MARKET
High Street, DL7 8LW. 8.30am.
WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS
MASHAM MARKET
Market Place, HG4 4DZ. 10.00am-2.00pm.
THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS
RIPON MARKET
8.00am-3.00pm / 8.3012.00pm.
EVERY SATURDAY YORK RACECOURSE CAR BOOT SALE
York Racecourse, YO23 1EX. 7.00am-1.00pm.
Exploring the past, one place at a time
The Market
Easingwold market has a long history, although it is unknown when exactly it started. While it does not appear to have been a regular event before the 1640s, there is evidence to suggest that markets were held here on an occasional basis prior to this. Everything changed during the 1640s, when much of the Forest of Galtres was cut down and Easingwold became a centre for dairy farming and pig rearing. Produce such as butter and bacon were transported down to London by boat, both inland via the rivers and along the coast, with journeys every seven to eight days.
The growth helped revive the market and the development of the marketplace. Even then, the market has always been held on a Friday – a tradition that continues today!
In the marketplace, there is a circular section of cobbles marked out, which was the site of a former bull ring. It is said that there was once a bull that broke free and tragically killed a man and two women!
Alongside the weekly market, a separate cattle market was held every other Friday. The market stand in the square is believed to have provided shelter for dairy sellers.
The Workhouse
Along Oulston Road stands Easingwold’s workhouse, built in the 1830s and designed by architects John and William Atkinson, who were responsible for several similar institutions across the region, including those in Helmsley, Wetherby and York.
The workhouse could accommodate around 130 inmates. Women were typically assigned domestic work and picking oakum (the tedious job of pulling apart old ship rope), whilst the men undertook work such as corngrinding, stone breaking and gardening.
It was said that the Easingwold workhouse was dull rather than an inhumane place, like many workhouses would have been at the time, depending on the master and mistress of the place.
Inmates were closely supervised at all times, with men and women kept separate, even during meals where talking was discouraged. Children were also separated from their parents.
Meals were plain and repetitive, typically consisting of porridge, boiled meats, potatoes and vegetables. Those who were ill received food only according to the doctor’s orders. Alcohol was forbidden, with no ale or spirits permitted unless prescribed by the doctor.
Daily behaviour was tightly regulated. Smoking was not allowed after 7pm in winter or 8pm in summer, and visiting hours were limited to Thursdays between 2pm and 4pm.
Religious observance was compulsory, with paupers expected to attend church twice every Sunday and return immediately afterwards.
As evening fell, the day ended promptly -
inmates were required to go to bed at the sound of the bell. Lighting was minimal, with candles provided only for the sick, leaving the rest in darkness.
An infirmary was added in 1869, and in 1934
The Train Station
Easingwold was recognised as a potential railway location as early as the 1830s. At first, the aim was to get the York - Darlington line to run through Easingwold, however this was never approved.
It wasn’t until 1891 that a branch line was established, connecting Easingwold to Alne on the North Eastern Railway’s East Coast Main Line.
At its peak, around nine trains ran daily, carrying both passengers and agricultural goods. This provided valuable links for local farmers, allowing easier access to wider markets via Alne.
However, following post-war decline, passenger services ceased in 1948. The line continued for agricultural use until 1957, when it closed completely.
A decade later, a fire destroyed the station. It was subsequently demolished, and the site
Image: Easingwold Memories of yesteryear, printed by G.H.SMITH & SON, photograph by William Hayes in 1927
Image: Easingwold Memories, printed by G.H.SMITH & SON
Image: Easingwold Memories, printed by G.H.SMITH & SON
Image: Easingwold Memories, printed by G.H.SMITH & SON
Image: Easingwold Memories, printed by G.H.SMITH & SON
WALKING WITH THE WANDERER
HOVINGHAM & SLINGSBY
Time: 31/4 hours
Distance: 6 miles
This is a walk of two halves. The first, from Hovingham, follows paths and bridleways through woodland on the ridge of the Howardian Hills overlooking the Vale of Pickering; the second, from Slingsby, traverses flatter agricultural land on the edge of the Vale. Beginning in Hovingham, there are two early climbs before the route becomes mostly flat or gently downhill on well-waymarked paths with no stiles, though the wooded ridge bridleway can be muddy after heavy rain. Start at the junction of Main Street and Park Street, where roadside parking is available; public transport from York is limited, requiring travel to Malton then the 194 bus (four times daily, not Sundays). Refreshments can be found at The Worsley Arms Hotel and Hovingham Bakery, or The Grapes Inn in Slingsby.
1/ Starting from the Main Street/ Park Street junction in Hovingham, walk back (uphill) on the main road (Main Street). Where this bends sharp left, keep ahead on the tarmac footpath uphill. Join the road, but in a short distance, take the track on the left (follow the bridleway sign). Stay on this track, which is hedged at first, with woodland soon visible ahead.
2/ Continue into the wood. At a ‘Y’ path divide, go left (follow the blue arrow), soon keeping ahead at another divide, as indicated by the blue waymark. At a clearing with wide tracks going ahead and right, take the narrow permissive path to the left, into trees. Follow this downhill until you reach a gate and footpath sign. Take the path crossing the stream, and heading over a grassy area to a gate. Through this, follow the clear path uphill, through young trees to a path crossroads.
3/ Keep ahead here with a field left and woodland right, remaining on the path as it goes into trees. At cross tracks (tarmac lane coming from the left), keep ahead into the trees, but after about 600 metres, at an easily missed junction marked by a signpost, go left onto a narrow path, deeper into the trees.
4/ Continue to a fenced field edge, at which turn right. At the next field, turn left with a hedge to the left, soon walking downhill. Remain on the path until you reach a yard area,
Disclaimer:
before an agricultural building. Cross the yard right, to take a track with a hedge to the left and a humpy field to the right. Follow the track as it bends left into another field with mounds, following it diagonally to a little-used gate which gives access to the main road at Slingsby.
5/ Cross with care and take the village road (High Street) opposite. In about 150 metres, by a T junction sign, turn left on a signed footpath with a barn to the left (to see more of Slingsby and visit The Grapes, continue ahead, then turn right at The Green and left on Railway Street). In 100 metres, go through a kissing gate and take the right of two signed paths, heading slightly right to a further gate. Continue to another gate, following the obvious field edge path. As you approach buildings, keep left of a hedge, maintaining direction to arrive at a gate in the field corner.
6/ Turn right and follow the tarmac road, as it kinks right then left through the hamlet of Fryton. Remain on the tarmac for about 600 metres, until you’re just beyond a house on the right. Here, turn left on a track (footpath sign) and keep ahead, passing a
Walks are undertaken at your own risk. Due care must be taken in following the walk, particularly after poor weather. Whilst every care is taken in compiling the description, changes may have occurred since compilation. Neither the walk author nor Your Local Link can accept any responsibility for errors or omissions.
small wood to the right, eventually reaching a signpost at a field edge. Here, keep ahead into another field with the hedge to the right (don’t kink right so there’s a hedge left). At the field corner, turn left but in a short distance, turn right to cross a new wooden bridge.
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7/ Now, continue ahead with a hedge to the left. As you approach Hovingham, keep to the right of a tennis court, following a path that leads through a car park to the main road, with the village hall at the left. Turn left and follow the main road back to the start.
Grapes
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MONDAY
FOXWOOD
COMMUNITY CENTRE
9am and 10:30am Vicki - 07340037638
HOLGATE,
RI SPORTS CLUB
5:30pm and 7pm Vicki - 07340037638
MELODIE PARK, CLIFTON
5:30pm and 7pm Mick - 07710583170
STRENSALL
VILLAGE HALL
5:30pm Alysha - 07557171136
TUESDAY
HAXBY SPORTS BAR
3:30pm, 5pm and 6:30pm Corinne - 07496265251
ST CHAD’S CHURCH, SOUTH BANK
5:30pm Sue - 07816537210
FOXWOOD COMMUNITY CENTRE
5:30 and 7pm Pete - 07855494880
WEDNESDAY HOLGATE, RI SPORTS CLUB
3pm, 4:30pm and 6pm Jacqui - 07932999863
HAXBY SPORTS BAR 9am and 10:30am Corinne - 07496265251
POPPLETON ALL SAINTS CHURCH HALL
6pm and 7:30pm Vicki - 07340037638
*NEW SESSION ADDED*
TANG HALL
ST AELRED’S CHURCH
7:30am and 9am Pete - 07855494880
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
*NEW SESSION ADDED*
*NEW SESSION ADDED*
17TH APRIL
ST OSWALD’S HALL, FULFORD
ST OSWALD’S HALL, FULFORD
5:30 pm and 7pm Sue - 07816537210
BISHOPTHORPE
VILLAGE HALL
5:30pm and 7pm Pete - 07855494880
NEW EARSWICK
BOWLING CLUB
5:30pm and 7pm Michaela - 07856151037
EASINGWOLD
SCOUT HUT
9am, 4pm 5:30pm and 7pm
Sharon - 07397682674
HOLGATE, RI SPORTS CLUB
5pm Jacqui - 07932999863
9am
Sue - 07816537210
CLIFTON COMMUNITY CENTRE
8am and 9:30am
Sharon - 07397682674
PARK GROVE SCHOOL
6:30pm
Alysha - 07557171136
SATURDAY
LIDGETT METHODIST CHURCH
8am and 9:30am
Corinne - 07496265251
PARK GROVE SCHOOL
7:30am, 9am & 10:30am
Alysha - 07557171136
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Working in care isn’t always what you think incredibly rewarding and offers a level of job satisfaction you won’t find elsewhere. You can guarantee that no two days are the same.
bove all you’ll get the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support at Copperclay Mews.
RECRUITING
bove all you’ll get the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support at Copperclay Mews.
at Copperclay Mews, Easingwold.
Scan the QR code to see our latest vacancies! 01302 571710 E: recruitment@hesleygroup.co.uk
bove all you’ll get the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support at Copperclay Mews.
Considered a career in care?
Scan the QR code to see our latest vacancies!
Working in care isn’t always what you think incredibly rewarding and offers a level of job satisfaction you won’t find elsewhere. You can guarantee that no two days are the same.
E: recruitment@hesleygroup.co.uk
Scan the QR code to see our latest vacancies! E: recruitment@hesleygroup.co.uk
bove all you’ll get the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support at Copperclay Mews.
Scan the QR code to see our latest vacancies! 01302 571710 E: recruitment@hesleygroup.co.uk
Considered a career in care?
Working in care isn’t always what you think It’s incredibly rewarding and offers a level of job satisfaction you won’t find elsewhere. You can guarantee that no two days are the same.
Above all you’ll get the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support at Copperclay Mews.
Scan the QR code to see our latest vacancies! 01302 571710 E: recruitment@hesleygroup.co.uk
