n THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN YORK
15th-26th YORK LITERATURE FESTIVAL, across York. A wide variety of authors, artists, book readings, talks and events will be taking place across various venues in York, as the York Literature Festival returns to the city. The 2018 programme starts with a special joint-launch event celebrating York Writers. The York Centre for Writing will launch alongside the 2018 festival with a public event taking place at York St John University, and this year’s programme contains a specific strand of events looking at History and Historical Fiction. Whether it is the creative accounts of historical events portrayed by popular historians, or the occupation of "history's gaps" and untold narratives by the novelist, there is a variety of events to consider. Visit www. yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk
24th MARCH BACH ST. MATTHEW PASSION, York Minster, 7.30pm. York Musical Society choir and orchestra, plus senior choristers of York Minster and six soloists, create Bach’s stunning musical effect. To book, call 01904 623568 or visit www. yorktheatreroyal.co.uk
EVERY DAY JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. The world-famous attraction has reopened after a multi-million pound re-imagining following the devastating flooding in 2015. Enjoy a new ride experience with the sights, sounds and, of course, smells, of the Viking-Age. There is updated historical interpretation, 14
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showcasing the cultural ‘melting pot’ of 10th-century York, and the latest cutting edge technology bringing the Viking period to life. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk DICK IS BACK, York Dungeon. Dick Turpin, the infamous 18th century highwayman, will return to York in an exciting new show. Visitors will be encouraged to hold on tight to their belongings while they take a seat in the carriage and travel along the York Road, where rumour has it the most notorious York villain has returned. Featuring new gags and special effects, visitors will learn all about Dick Turpin’s crimes and how he treated his victims. Visit www. thedungeons.com/york Yorkwalk, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks taking place every day, as well as specialist tours such as Richard III and Jewish Heritage. Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk or call 07970 848709. HIDDEN MINSTER, York Minster, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, 11am. Take a journey above the roof tops and explore York Minster's hidden architectural gems of the Mason's Loft and Chapter House roof. Visit www. yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011. 25O YEARS OF TERRY’S, York’s Chocolate Story, 10am-6pm. The exhibition showcases a selection of the most interesting of the Terry’s products from opium based throat sweets to some of the most beautiful and decadent chocolate boxes in history. Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com
YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in beautiful countryside, York Golf Range features a whole host of fun activities. Visit www.yorkgolfrange. co.uk or call 01904 499275. BALLOON TREE FARM SHOP, Gate Helmsley. A great day out for all the family! Dine in the cafe, pick your own fruit and veg, feed the animals, have fun in the enlarged children's play area, or simply relax in the landscaped cafe garden. Visit www.theballoontree.co.uk FREE PUBLIC LECTURES, University of York. Throughout the year the University hosts hundreds of free lectures on a variety of subjects. Visit www.york. ac.uk/events BOROUGHBRIDGE MARINER, Boroughbridge. Hire a boat for a few hours, or even buy one for good. Call 01423 323400. NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY, Pickering. See 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery aboard classic trains and during fun activities. Visit www.nymr.co.uk
REGULAR EVENTS EVERY TUESDAY QUIZ NIGHT, Huntington Sports Club, 8.30pm. Call 01904 769138. EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON Traditional Jazz Cross Keys, 32 Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1LQ, 1.00 – 3.30 pm. Traditional jazz sessions featuring local musicians. Free admission, food available, dog and child friendly.
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