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Velcome weary traveller... ha ha haaaaa (Vampire voice. You got it) So, it's October in York, is it?

If you're from the city anyway, this is old news, but if you're a visitor from distant lands (and that includes anywhere beyond the outer ring road) prepare thyself for the ghouls. You see, York is recognised as the most haunted city in Europe, and we have so many ghosts that they are recognised as a cultural group by Amnesty International.

With Halloween approaching you can expect to see a fair few ghosts and ghouls creeping

about after dark. They go around in groups of either males or females, appear to be dressed in skimpy and and light clothing despite the chilly weather, and speak in Geordie accents. Trust us, they are not hen and stag parties – those are actual ghosts.

But there is ghost hinting to be had in far more civilised settings, as many of the big attractions are laying on their own Halloween celebrations, and there is no chance that those 'ghosts' will belch loudly in your face, or flash their knickers at you. York's Chocolate Story, York Dungeon,

and The Museums Trust are all putting on family-friendly frighteningly fun frolics.

If you consider the spooky season to be “lame” and you consider yourself far too “cool” for that, relax, man. October in York is still bursting at the seams with things to do and see, and this 'ere magazine has the details of the very best. Keep us handy in your pocket or bag and your time in York will be awesome!

Have a gruesome... sorry, great, month!

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ONGOING EVENTS UNTIL 5TH NOVEMBER DEMOLITION AND RESTORATION, Treasurers House. Delve into the changes Frank Green made to the house and find out more about the lost houses of York. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ treasurershouseyork THE LIFE AND TIMES OF BENINGBROUGH: PEOPLE, PLACES AND PORTRAITS, Beningbrough Hall, Gallery & Gardens, Tuesday–Sunday, 10.30am–5pm. Uncover intriguing stories of prosperity, loss and reinvention spanning 300 years, from Victorian families to RAF crews. Visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/beningbrough VIKING: REDISCOVER THE LEGEND, The Yorkshire Museum. Two of the most significant and internationally recognised collections of Viking Age treasure in Britain will be brought together for the first time in a major new exhibition at the Yorkshire Museum in 2017. Visit www.yorkshiremuseum.org.uk UNTIL 31ST OCTOBER MICKLEGATE 'ART IN THE WINDOW ' TRAIL, along 16

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Mickelgate. Displays of local artists work in the windows of the shops on Micklegate. The artwork will be offered for sale to the public with 10% of the sale being donated to a local charity, The Island.

For more info, email team@ blossomstreet.co.uk UNTIL 8TH OCTOBER DAVID GREENWOOD EXHIBITION, Kentmere House Gallery. A masterful painter of townscape, he never tires of exploring its streets, snickleways and details, famous buildings and terraced houses. Visit www. kentmerehouse.co.uk

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SEPTEMBER 29TH MEDIEVAL FEAST, Barley Hall, 6-9pm. Taking place during York’s famous Food and Drink Festival, this unique dining event will whisk you back to the late Middle Ages for a gastronomic treat! Enjoy a three-course meal in the Great Hall while your hosts discuss the history of the Hall and talk you through the food available in medieval York. Visit www. thejorvikgroup.com/tickets

UNTIL 7TH OCTOBER NORTHERN ART: FROM SCARBOROUGH TO SKYE, Lotte Inch Gallery. Work by artists David Lloyd Jones, Derek Clarkson, Kenneth Rowntree and Joash Woodrow, amongst others.

Visit www.lotteinch.co.uk UNTIL 1ST OCTOBER YORK FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL, across York. Enjoy the festival markets, demonstrations, cookery classes and sampling stands – all celebrating the very best York, Yorkshire, national, and international grub. For detailed listings, visit www.yorkfoodfestival. com

30TH SEPTEMBER-28TH OCTOBER FOUNTAINS BY FLOODLIGHT, Fountains Abbey, every Saturday & also Friday 27th October. Experience something truly special this autumn as you explore the illuminated ruins of Fountains Abbey. Listen to the choir, join a tour, and tuck into delicious food. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/fountainsabbey 30TH GATSBY BALL, Novotel Fishergate, 7pm-Midnight.

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n THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN YORK live music and much more – all in aid of the York Rescue Boat. To book, call 01904 627239.

YORK MUSICALS AGAINST CANCER, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 2.30pm & 7.30pm.

Nik Briggs from York Stage Musicals and Howard Ella from Rowntree Players have worked collaboratively to put on a show of songs from classic musicals, old and new – all in celebration of York Against Cancer's 30th birthday. To book, call 01904 501935.

RANDOM EVENT, the Falcon Tap. Enjoy an eclectic mix of art, music, vintage clothing, vikings, food, cocktails and craft beers, all day.

OCTOBER 1ST HERITAGE BUS RALLY! Yorkshire Air Museum. A nostalgic gathering of historic buses and coaches in association with Thornes Independent Coaches.

Some of our live aircraft will be powered up on the day. Visit www.yorkshireairmuseum.org FUNGI FORAY, St Nicks Environment Centre. Can I eat it?

Come on a walk looking for fungi in the nature reserve and learning more about them. Followed by refreshments. Visit www.stnicks. org.uk, or call 01904 411821.

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YORK SWINGS AGAINST CANCER, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 2pm & 7pm. This year’s York Against Cancer swing show will once again feature Sam Johnson and his Big Band and artists from the York music scene singing various Big Band numbers.

A major coup this year is support from Malton singer turned West End star Scott Garnham, who will guest-perform a few songs. To book, call 01904 501935.

6TH TOSCA, York Barbican. The Russian State Opera performs Puccini’sTosca, a melodrama where love and politics collide, and murder takes place at the highest level. Originally set in Rome in 1800s, it tells the story of two idealistic lovers, Tosca and Cavaradossi. Visit www. yorkbarbican.co.uk

7TH OCTOBER-4TH NOVEMBER THE HOME OF HALLOWEEN, York Dungeon.

This October, The York Dungeon is taking over, with brand new and returning events for their favourite time of the year. Not only that, they’ll even be adding new surprises into their shows in The Dungeon itself, along with plenty of surprises every single day. Enjoy an adults-only night on 13th, late opening on 28th & 31st, Trick-orTreat Walking Tours 21st-31st, a

bus tour on 14th & 21st, and a river cruise on 28th & 31st. Wow. Visit www.thedungeons.com/york 7TH-8TH & 21ST-22ND OPEN WEEKENDS, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Learn about the restored mill, and on 21st, 10-11am, there will be a session for Mini-Millers to make mill animals. To book for that, email minimillers@holgatewindmill. org, otherwise visit www. holgatewindmill.org 7TH-8TH THE GREAT ANTIQUES FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, 8am-4pm. A fantastic fair, with on-site parking and refreshments. Visit www. jaguarfairs.com 7TH ART EXHIBITION AND SALE OF WORK, Wetherby Town Hall, 10am-5pm. Work

by The Artful Dodgers, with refreshments available and free admission. Email lindaataylor36@ gmail.com COME DANCING, Melodie Park, Wigginton Road. Raising funds for York Against Cancer, enjoy dance lessons, music, and food. Call 01904 691992.

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n THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN YORK and Henry’s much extolled skills on dobro, lap-steel and harmonica, creates a wholly distinctive sound. To book, call 01904 658338.

CHARITY MUSIC QUIZ, The White Horse, Upper Poppleton, 8pm. Good prizes, a raffle, baking, and even a free finger supper, kindly donated by the venue.

Teams of up to four, with proceeds going to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Call 07749 085686.

13TH-31ST HALLOWSCREAM, York Maze, 7-11.30pm.

Hallowscream is based on a farm where a terrible tragedy occurred back in 1873, and the restless souls who died on that night return each Halloween to torment those who dare to visit. A terrifyingly entertaining night of fear and fun with 5 separate live-action haunted house attractions. But be warned the frights aren't limited to the haunted houses! Visit www. yorkmazehallowscream.co.uk 13TH AUTUMN FAYRE, St Nicks Environment Centre, 1-5pm. A free event for all ages to celebrate nature’s harvest with apple juicing, bake off, music, cider, willow weaving, stalls and lots more. Visit www.stnicks.org.uk, or call 01904 411821.

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YORK GUILDHALL ORCHESTRA, York Barbican, 7.30pm. Grace Huang will perform the third piano concerto of Béla Bartók. The YGO is well into its journey through the major orchestral works of Sibelius - this time it's the turn of his wonderful 5th Symphony. To book, call 0844 8542757.

14TH MALTON FOOD MARKET, Malton. Watch chef demos, see live music, and buy the best of Yorkshire's finest produce. Visit www. maltonyorkshire.co.uk 17TH CHRISTIE CLIFFORD, Meadowbeck Care Home, Osbaldwick, 2-4.30pm. The soloist will perform a concert in celebration of 25th years of Barchester care homes. Call 01904 424244.

18TH CLIFFORD'S TOWER AS IT STOOD FORTIFIED C.1684, Friends Meeting House, Friargate, 7.30pm. A talk hosted by the Yorkshire Architectural and York Archaeological Society. Visit www. yayas.org.uk 19TH-22ND THE NORTHERN ANTIQUES FAIR, Harrogate Convention Centre. The fair brings together the finest furniture, fine art, jewellery and accessories from some 35 specialist dealers.

Its mix of antiques, mid-century and contemporary pieces will particularly appeal to the designsavvy looking for unusual one-off objects. Visit www.northernfair. com

20TH CHEESE AND WINE EVENING, The Bar Convent, 7pm. Wine consultant Geoff Walker will introduce you to a selection of high quality wines. To book, call 01904 643238.

21ST OCTOBER-5TH NOVEMBER YORK’S SHOCKOLATE STORY! York's Chocolate Story, 10am-5pm (last entry at 4pm). This October halfterm, York’s SHOCKolate Story will be celebrating the scariest time of year with a host of frightening features and events. The attraction will be completely decked out for Halloween. Guests will discover the secrets behind confectionery’s sometimes poisonous past, and how some beloved brands were connected to bloodcurdling events from years ago. Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com

21ST OCTOBER- 1ST NOVEMBER YORK MAZE AT HALLOWEEN, York Maze, 10am-5pm. Spooky family fun awaits at York Maze this Halloween, when Yorkshire's award-winning family event reopens for a week over October half term. The giant maize maze has been harvested but Farmer Tom has kept a small section for the Haunted Maze Treasure Hunt, which is just one of over 20 Halloween attractions rides

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n THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN YORK and shows, plus every child gets a FREE pumpkin! Also check out the evenings Hallowscream. Visit www.yorkmazehalloween.co.uk 21ST-29TH HALLOWEEN, Mother Shipton's Cave, Knaresborough, 10am-4.30pm.

Beware the curse of the Black Pearl! As Halloween approaches, the curse is strong, with ghosts and ghouls at Mother Shipton’s.

Will you survive the fearsome Kraken? Fun for all the family. Visit www.mothershipton.co.uk 21ST AN EVENING CEILIDH, Bishopthorpe Social Club, 7.3010.30pm. Have a fun evening with Alterego Ceilidh Band, raising funds for the Keep Your Pet charity. Call 07929 719286.

THE UK BABY EVENT, York Racecourse. Over 60 exhibitors, along with presentations, demonstrations and other fun filled activities on the main stage.

Everything from prams and pushchairs manufacturers and retailers, to local entrepreneurs promoting and selling their own creations, will be on hand to everyone seeking ideas and inspiration. Visit www. theukbabyevent.co.uk/tickets 23RD OCTOBER-5TH NOVEMBER TRICK OR TREAT HALLOWEEN WALKING TOURS, starting at St Andrewgate, just across from York's Chocolate Story, 1 & 3pm. Ghoulish Count Fectionery will weave terrifying tales, hand out spooky samples and cause 22

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plenty of mischief on the city’s ancient streets. Along the way, the histories of some ghastly giants of confectionery will be revealed, such as “Kit Bat”, “Terry’s All Ghould” and “Rowntree’s Fright Pastilles”. To book, visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com 24TH OCTOBER-1ST NOVEMBER BLOOD, GUTS, & GHOSTS, Royal Armouries, Leeds. Join the museum's gang of ghost hunters and discover the grisly, gory stories behind some of the museum’s most deadly objects. Also check out What's My Afterlife, a family gameshow with a dark twist, on 27th October, 6pm. To book, visit www. royalarmouries.org/leeds

24TH BELLA HARDY, National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm.

This York St John graduate first come to prominence as a teenage fiddle player before developing into a great vocalist and increasingly accomplished songwriter. To book, call 01904 658338.

26TH BODY SNATCHERS - A TALK BY COLIN SHEPHERD, Barley Hall, 5-7pm. Discover the hidden history behind the shady practice of providing cadavers to anatomists during the Middle Ages up to the birth of the Industrial Revolution. To book, visit www. thejorvikgroup.com/tickets

27TH-28TH ART&YORK, York Racecourse. A fantastic opportunity for collectors, buyers, and art lovers to come along to this friendly, accessible and affordable show. Over 120 artists' work for sale and commission from a wide price range of £10-£20,000. It will be a chance to actually meet the artists, talk to them about their work and inspirations, and buy and commission direct. Visit www. artand.co.uk 28TH OCTOBER-5TH NOVEMBER SPOOKY WOODLAND TRAIL, Burton Agnes Hall. Intrepid visitors are invited on an eerie hunt round the Hall’s atmospheric woodland, where clues are hidden amidst spooky Halloween scenes of witches, spiders and ghostly figures. Visit www.burtonagnes. com 28TH-29TH MICHAELMAS FAIR, Burton Agnes Hall. Enjoy a bustling street fair, celebrating the traditional feast of St. Michael, and marking the end of the farming year. Visit www.burtonagnes.com 28TH SIMPLE GIFTS – MUSIC INSPIRED BY FOLKSONGS, York Barbican. York Musical Society chorus and orchestra perform. To book, call 0844 854 2757.

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30TH OCTOBER- 3RD NOVEMBER OCTOBER HALF-TERM DRAWING AND ANIMATION WEEK, York Minster, 10am-4pm. Open to all ages, join a sketching sessions to help create a huge floorplan of York Minster below the Five Sisters Window. Your drawings will help build up each section of the Minster as part of a timelapse which will be uploaded to their website and social media as the week progresses. Also, animate your drawings on one of the special iPads and see it projected live onto the walls of York Minster.

Visit www.yorkminster.org 30TH-31ST HAUNTED HALL, Barley Hall, 5.30-8pm. There’s something strange going on this Halloween at Barley Hall. Sightings of former residents who lived and worked at the Hall over 500 years ago have been seen skulking around the rooms and passageways, causing all sorts of mischief and mayhem. A perfect Halloween event for the kids, expect thrills and chills but no nightmares! Suitable for five to 12 year olds. To book, visit www. thejorvikgroup.com/tickets 30TH VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET'S SLEEPING BEAUTY, The Grand Opera House York, 7.30pm. Vienna Festival Ballet returns to town with their 26

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traditional, enchanting production of The Sleeping Beauty. A classic fairy tale set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes, all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil. Call 0844 8713024.

NOVEMBER 2ND PSYCHIC SUPPER, Mecure York Fairfield Manor Hotel. Enjoy an evening of clairvoyancy with Psychic Steve Holbrook over a two course meal. To book, call 01904 225012 or email events@mecureyork. co.uk 4TH-5TH THE YORKSHIRE ANTIQUES AND ART FAIR, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, 10am-5pm. One of the largest selections of antiques, art, collectables, curios, vintage and retro in the north of England.

Call 01274 588505.

4TH DUNNINGTON BONFIRE, FIREWORKS & LIVE MUSIC, Dunnington Showfield, from 3.30pm. Arrive to the fire artists, food and drink before the bonfire is lit. There will be a five minute quiet display for those who are not keen on loud noise, followed by a taster of the night’s live music before the main firework display. The night is then followed by the second set of live music. To book, visit www. dunningtonfayre.org.uk

5TH FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE, York Barbican, 3pm. The RBL York Festival of Remembrance 2017 features The Band of the Yorkshire Regiment, The Daytones Barbershop Harmony Chorus, Jessa Liversidge, Jake Walsh The Yorkshire Tenor, The Wigginton Singstars, and more great acts. Call 0844 8542757.

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, York Maze, 4.30-10.30pm. Enjoy fireshows, the explosive lighting of York's biggest bonfire, and feast on the grub of the many food stalls.

Hear live music, see sideshows, and then of course stare agog the most amazing fireworks show choreographed to music. Visit www.yorkmaze.com/events/ bonfire-night 7TH THE NUTCRACKER, York Barbican, 7.30pm. Russian State Ballet and Opera House is back with the vibrant, breath-taking and enchanting ballet production, which will be a feast for the eyes and will delight the whole family.

The Nutcracker is an eternal seasonal favourite directed and choreographed by the former Bolshoi Ballet Soloist, Konstantin Uralsky. Call 0844 8542757.

10TH CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT, Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York, 8pm.

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25TH-26TH THE GREAT ANTIQUES FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, 9am-5pm (4pm Sun).

A great fair with lots to see. Visit www.jaguarfairs.com BOOK NOW! COMMUNITY CAROL CONCERT, York Barbican.

Buy your tickets now for the 60th Carol Concert, taking place 17th December. Call 0844 8542757.

CHRISTMAS DINNER, The Bar Convent. Book now for Christmas dining at The Bar Convent. Call 01904 643238.

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16TH NOVEMBER-1ST JANUARY CHRISTMAS AT YORK MUSEUM GARDENS, 4.45-9.30pm (except Christmas Day). This winter, York will welcome its newest attraction, as the City’s beloved York Museum Gardens are transformed into an illuminated trail to host Christmas at York Museum Gardens. The gardens will be filled with light, colour and music as the City’s beautiful, medieval grounds play host to an exciting Yuletide experience. To book, visit www. christmasatyorkmuseumgardens. co.uk or call 08442 097362.

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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, 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 LAGOON OF LIGHT, The Deep, Hull. See the new look Lagoon of Light following a £500,000 refurbishment. Home to an array of eye-catching new species, colourful tropical fish, and the juvenile Zebra sharks who

were born and bred at The Deep.

Visit www.thedeep.co.uk SHAMBLES MARKET, 9am-5pm.

Over 100 stalls where you will find locally sourced award-winning produce, sustainable fresh fish and Yorkshire crafts and gifts. There’s a fantastic kiosk serving hot, fresh food, and an outdoor seating area with WiFi. Visit www.york.gov.uk or call 01904 551355.

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 1914: WHEN THE WORLD CHANGED FOREVER, York Castle Museum. The terror of total war and its revolutionary impact on life around the world is explored in this major exhibition on the First World War. It tells the fascinating and often moving stories of the Yorkshire people who were affected. Visit www. yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk 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

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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.

RIVER CRUISES, YorkBoat, Lendal Landing. Enjoy river cruises every day and see York from a different perspective. There are daily cruises from February to November, as well as early evening and night-time floodlit cruises. Call 01904 628324.

YORK ARMY MUSEUM, Tower Street. The regimental museum of The Royal Dragoon Guards and The Yorkshire Regiment. Call 01904 731532.

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 30

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ALLERTHORPE LAKELAND PARK, Allerthorpe. Set in 53 acres of grounds and lakes, the site offers a variety of watersports as well as a campsite and Lakeside cafe. Visit www. allerthorpelakelandpark.co.uk 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. Plus, this month, order your pumpkins. Visit www. theballoontree.co.uk BREWTOWN TOURS. Visit a few local breweries in a matter of hours, and enjoy some delicious ale while at it. Call 01904 636666.

REGULAR EVENTS EVERY MONDAY SELBY MARKET, Selby. A great market in the middle of the colourful little town. Call 07808 768186.

EVERY TUESDAY QUIZ NIGHT, Huntington Sports Club, 8.30pm. Call 01904 769138.

EVERY NIGHT GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www. ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276.

THE GHOST BUS TOURS, Departing from York Railway Station bus stop RE daily at 7.30pm & additional weekend tours. The unique comedy horror show takes you around the darker side of York on board a classic 1960s Routemaster. Call 0844 5678666.

LIVE MUSIC, The Golden Fleece, Pavement. A different band or artist every night. Call 01904 625171.

EVERY WEEKEND LIVE MUSIC, Acorn Sports and Social Club, Dringhouses. Great live acts playing every weekend. Call 01904 330351.

2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH RYEDALE JAZZ CLUB, Beansheaf Hotel , Pickering, 8-10.30pm. A traditional Jazz session with a well-established band. Call 01653 668614.

2ND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH MALTON FOOD MARKET, Malton. The best of Yorkshire produce, as well as entertainment and demonstrations. Visit www. maltonyorkshire.co.uk LAST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH MAKERS' MARKET, Shambles Market, 9am-5pm.

Browse unique works from local artists and crafters at the monthly Makers’ Market.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE NATIONAL TRUST IN YORK BENINGBROUGH HALL, GALLERY & GARDENS CALL 01904 472027 1ST-8TH OCTOBER APPLE CELEBRATIONS, 10.30am-5pm (except Monday).

Discover the many varieties of apple Beningbrough has to offer with the annual apple week.

Choose your favourite with apple tasting, experience the art of apple pressing, pick apples straight from the tree and have a go at the games.

12TH-15TH OCTOBER SITTERS AND THEIR STORIES. As part of the National Trust's Prejudice and Pride programme, artist Tanya Raabe-Webber will undertake a four day residency. On each afternoon Tanya will have conversations with four different people, willing to share their diverse stories and experiences with the audience in the room and create a portrait during the process.

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21ST OCTOBER-5TH NOVEMBER OCTOBER HALF-TERM, 10.30am-5pm (except Monday).

Explore all things owl related with the launch of the new ‘oh wise owl’ exhibition. Join Stories Alive for magical tales, glide through the gardens with the spotter trail, be creative in the owl making workshop and get up close and personal with our feathered friends.

20TH – 21ST OCTOBER CONSERVATION IN ACTION – HAVE A GO AT GILDING, 12noon–4pm Have a go at oil gilding with gold in this rare opportunity.

The console table has needed essential work, find out how the conservation specialists have repaired it and try one of the techniques. Normal admission charges apply.

TREASURER’S HOUSE CALL 01904 624247 UNTIL 5TH NOVEMBER

DEMOLITION AND RESTORATION, 11am– 4pm.

Uncover the history of the house you see today and the changes one man made to suit his taste and house his collection.

Alongside this, find out more about the fate of some of the lost houses of Yorkshire.

UNTIL 5TH NOVEMBER ODDITIES TRAIL, 11am– 4pm. Pick up one of the new sheets to help you spot the weird and wonderful quirks of the collection. Look out for eyes on furniture, see paint spots on the wall and what they mean, and why is there a large fire hydrant in a historic room?

28TH-31ST OCTOBER SPOOKY HALLOWE'EN CRAFTS, 11am-4pm. Have fun making your very own piece of artwork to take home. If you're feeling brave enough, why not do a haunted ghost cellar tour or listen to spooky stories in the house? www.nationaltrust.org.uk/york

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BLOOD, GUTS & GHOSTS TUESDAY 24 OCTOBER – WEDNESDAY 1 NOVEMBER

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YORK BARBICAN 10-11 Rob Brydon 12 Russell Brand 13 Showaddywaddy 13 Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 14 York Guildhall Orchestra 20 Michael Kiwanuka 21 Mister Maker & The Shapes 26 Talon – The Best of The Eagles 28 Simple Gifts 31 The Doobie Brothers

THE BASEMENT 1 Fleeting Quiz: Rick & Morty 3 Slotface 5 Craig Stephenson: Deception 6 Not Now Charlie 7 Open Mic Night 8 Burning Duck Comedy: Phil Wang 10 Louise Distras 11 Martha Hill Young Team 14 The Velma Celli Show 17 Jeremy Pinnell 18 Burning Duck Comedy: Mae Martin 19 Tunes in Two Cities 20 Basement Jazz: Phoenician Blinds 21 Dapper's Delight 24 3 Or 4 For 1 Or 2 25 Fling 27 Laugh Out Loud Comedy

Club 28 Corella 31 Itch

24 Bella Hardy 27 Bollywood Jazz 28 YBC: In the Midst of Life

FIBBERS 5 This Feeling Alive 6 Dragonforce 7 UK Foo Fighters 9 Meadowlark 11 Inglorious 13 The Phil Rudd (AC/DC) Band 14 Glass Caves 20 Ferocious Dog 24 British Sea Power 25 Cud – The Singles Tour 26 Bury Tomorrow 27 Alabama 3 Acoustic 28 The Mouse Outfit 31 Itch

POCKLINGTON ARTS CENTRE 3 Mark Thomas: A Show That Gambles On The Future 5 Branaby Rudge By Northumberland Theatre Company 11 John Osborne 12 James Yorkston 19 NT Live: Hamlet 21 The East Pointers 26 Bomb Happy By Everwitch Theatre

BLACK SWAN FOLK CLUB 5 Sarah Jane Scouten 12 Maria Dunn with Shannon Johnson 19 Pete Coe 26 Singers & Musicians Night NATIONAL CENTRE FOR EARLY MUSIC 9 A Cuppa and a Chorus 2017 10 Edgelarks 13 Moishe's Bagel 15 Tommy Foggo Superhero 20 Eduardo Niebla 22 Film: The Ballad of Shirley Collins

THE FALCON TAP 27 Open Mic Night 11 Open Mic Night 25 Open Mic Night 28 Legion Halloween Metal Night (inc. Dark Beer Showcase

& Pizza)

THE KEY CLUB 4 Kingdom of Giants 5 Triggerfinger 6 Stay Away From the Path 7 Chasing Dragons 8 In Hearts Wake 14 The Picturebooks 16 Ingested 27 Make the Suffer

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York Musical Theatre Company presents

27 - 29 October

7 - 31 of December The enchanting music including accessible performances

Rodgers and Hammerstein Devised and directed by Paul Laidlaw

www.sjt.uk.com TICKETS £14 18 – 21 October

7 - 31 December www.sjt.uk.com | Box Office 01723 370541

Joseph Rowntree Theatre, York Box Office 01904 501935 www.josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

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OCTOBER) With a menagerie of mean animals, depicted through inventive physicality, and with live music that quacks and trills, this charming production plays with ideas of identity, a sense of belonging and the journey to discover inner beauty.

PRIDE & PREJUDICE (4TH -14TH OCTOBER) Elizabeth Bennet is witty and clever, has terrible manners and muddy shoes. But with no independence, is her ending actually happy? Or have we been distracted by Colin Firth and frilly shirts? If you’ve always heard people saying “Austen is so funny” and you never got it – you will now!

MURDER IS ANNOUNCED (17TH-21ST OCTOBER) The residents of Chipping Cleghorn are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place this coming Friday at Little Paddocks, the home of Letitia Blacklock. Unable to resist, the group gather at the house at the appointed time, when the lights go out and a gun 40

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(31ST OCTOBER-4TH NOVEMBER) Following a hugely successful 2016 Australian and UK tour, Frantic Assembly and State Theatre Company of South Australia’s critically acclaimed Things I Know To Be True returns to delight audiences this Autumn.

As beautifully touching as it is funny and bold, Things I Know To Be True tells the story of a family and marriage through the eyes of four grown siblings struggling to define themselves beyond their parents’ love and expectations.

JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE

Visit www. josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk To book: 501935.

YORK SWINGS AGAINST CANCER (1ST OCTOBER) To celebrate York Against Cancer’s 30th anniversary as a charity, YAC promotions present songs from Sinatra and co performed by local bands and singers.

THE AMERICAN DREAM (7TH OCTOBER) A unique concert featuring Miss Saigon and other American musicals, performed by The Bev Jones Music Company. Be absorbed into the passionate love story set in Vietnam and experience the horror of war and its devastating effects.

THE WICKED WIZARD OF OZ (14TH OCTOBER) Victoria Rooke School of Dance and Drama tell this exciting story in drama, song and dance including ballet, modern jazz, tap, street dance and contemporary ballet.

SOMETHING WONDERFUL (18TH-21ST OCTOBER) Step into the enchanting world of Rodgers & Hammerstein with an evening of their most captivating songs from York Musical Theatre Company.

Barnum (3RD-11TH NOVEMBER) The young performers of York Light Youth return to bring you an exciting production that is rarely staged in York: Barnum. The show traces the career of Phineas Taylor Barnum, America’s greatest showman, from 1835 to 1881, the year he joined with James A Bailey to form The Greatest

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HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES (9TH-14TH OCTOBER) Following its critically acclaimed West End revival at the Haymarket, Alan Ayckbourn’s hilarious tale of matrimonial mishaps and London’s funniest comedy of 2016 comes to York.

A JUDGEMENT IN STONE (16TH-21ST OCTOBER) Ruth Rendell’s brilliant plot unravels a lifetime of deceit and cover-ups which, when revealed, brings a shocking revelation almost as grizzly as murder itself.

VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET'S SLEEPING BEAUTY (30TH OCTOBER) A classic fairy tale set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes, all combine

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN (UNTIL 7TH OCTOBER) A comedy in four parts about an unremarkable man and the remarkable women who loved him, left him, or lost him.

To book: 0844 8713024.

(3RD-7TH OCTOBER) Welcome to the Preacher Man, the swinging Soho joint where the kids used to dance the night away and dared to dream of love, while the legendary owner, The Preacher Man himself, dispensed advice to cure the loneliest of hearts.

crumbling house, reputedly a haunted former brothel, he may have bitten off more than he can chew.

TOSCA (6TH OCTOBER) Russian GOTH WEEKEND (UNTIL 7TH State Opera presents a dramatic masterpiece where love and, politics collide and murder takes place at the highest level. Tosca is one of the most iconic operas of all times. There are three famous arias, ‘Recondita armonia (Hidden harmony), Vissi d’arte, vissi d’amore (I live for art, I lived for love), and ‘E lucevan le stele’ (And the stars shone).

MISTER MAKER & THE SHAPES – LIVE (21ST OCTOBER) Join CBeebies' Mister Maker in his hit live theatre tour!

With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this fantastic live show encourages Mini Makers and grown-ups to sing, dance and make some noise.

STEPHEN JOSEPH THEATRE, SCARBOROUGH To book: 01723 370540.

TAKING STEPS (UNTIL 5TH OCTOBER) When tongue-tied solicitor Tristram is sent along to oversee the sale of a large and

OCTOBER) The story of a girl growing up in a town where being different is difficult, where conforming is the norm. Mum’s no longer around and dad has started dating a bit too soon.

Worst of all he’s dating Belinda, a Goth who looks like a vampire and has her purple hearse parked on the drive.

YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING (18TH-19TH OCTOBER) A laugh out loud, farcical bittersweet comedy, asking questions about ambition and determination, family influence and independence in an ever changing world.

GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE (21ST-26TH OCTOBER) Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a boy who makes a marvellous medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. An exciting caper for anyone with a sense of adventure. Take your Granny, she’ll like it too!

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