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It’s July, It’s the seventh month, and we’re halfway through 2019. Yeah – where’s the time gone? Well, it’s gone into failed Brexit deals, coming last in the Eurovision Song Contest (again), a February heatwave, vegan sausage rolls #Greggs, and an all-English UEFA Champions League Final. Sorry, Spurs. #toosoon If you’re anything like us here in the Your Local Link offices, then you’ll be able to tell the months of 2019 apart purely by the different TV series’ you’ve been watching. Events Writer Claire still won’t stop talking about The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina on Netflix – based on the Archie comics and with some of the same characters from the

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Designer Zoe is ours. At one point she yelled across the studio to nip a Game of Thrones conversation in the bud before it got out of hand and she heard the spoilers.

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One of the country’s largest agricultural shows, Driffield Show, is opening its doors on Wednesday 17th July – and you won’t want to miss it.

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18-19. WALKING WITH THE WANDERER. Our Wanderer is taking you on a journey through the two Askhams (Bryan and Richard), as well as Bilbrough, and it’ll certainly put you through your paces.

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talking about universities – but not York St John or University of York. She’s talking about the world-famous York School of Competence, where people are trained up to cause problems in what should be menial tasks.

46. HOWARD. He wasn’t much of a one for video games himself, but this month Howard tells us all about his children’s virtual world in the land that is Minecraft.

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The answer is binary and simple: One, people matter – it’s as simple as that.

The human side of caring should come above all else. Two, because business is business and caring for your employees makes good business sense.

Is there really an issue out there or is it “all talk”?

Research by the Mental Health awareness charity Mind, confirms that a culture of fear and silence around mental health has a huge impact on employers and is costly beyond just finances, negatively affecting both staff productivity and rates of employee turnover. Their research shows over 20% of employees had called in sick to avoid work, 14% had resigned due to workplace stress, a further 40% had considered resigning and 30% did not feel that they could talk to their manager. HR consultancy AdviserPlus’ records suggest that since 2013, 33.9% of absence days in the financial services sector have been due to mental ill-health. Furthermore, research from CABA, a charity that supports chartered accountants’ wellbeing, shows that 32% of employees would hide mental distress from their workplace.

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AND LIFE IN GENERAL Regular readers of this column might remember the York School of Charm.

For those who are less regular (or who suffer from Middle Aged Brain), this notable training college produces all those ‘anything is too much trouble’ staff whom we encounter when we’re trying to do something outlandish and completely unreasonable like post a parcel at a Post Office or buy a train ticket at the station.

However, there is another local educational establishment which turns out an entirely different type of person: the York School of Compittance Compatence Competulants Competence (YSCom, for short). The aim of this particular institution is, clearly, to turn out wholly pleasant and agreeable graduates specially trained to ensure that we spend vast tracts of our day unscrambling their cluelessness.

In a former life, I was a university external examiner, so I am well qualified to pass judgement on our most venerable academic institutions and the types of graduate they churn out.

And so it is that I decide to try to collect a prescription by way of testing out the calibre of the YSCom graduates.

You’d almost be tempted to think that regular prescriptions are a straightforward matter. You tick a box saying ‘the same next month, please’, and duly return the following month to retrieve said item(s).

YSCom Verdict: Could Try Harder.

Happily, the reach of the YSCom extends further afield. Or so I find when I put a call centre to the test.

I have a faulty washing machine. It is insured. I pay every month to insure it.

Oh no you don’t. Or not if you visit a certain Pharmacy Which Must Not Be Named (but which is called Shoes, or some such). Here, you delve into your little prescription parcel - only to find that a crucial item is missing. “It’s not a problem”, the very cheerful assistant says.

But it is, I think. I also draw her attention to the fact that they have included a prescription which I didn’t order. If only it had been mind-altering drugs, I might have been tempted to keep it. As it was, I don’t suffer from hayfever, so I returned it.

YSCom Verdict: First Class Honours I decide to take my prescription to an independent pharmacist which also must not be named, but which you might find if you happen to be walking down Gillygate.

Here, I explain about the muddle in the Unnamed Pharmacy. “Oh, that happened to me,” says another lady in the queue.

“And me”, pipes up another. It was my own personal #metoo moment, without any of the sexual harassment.

The following day, I returned to collect my prescription. It was all present and correct, with nary a hayfever tablet in sight. Very disappointing.

Oh no I don’t. Or maybe I do. They’re not sure. Actually, they’re not sure if I exist at all. Certainly not at my address.

And that policy number - the one I’m reading straight off their letter - doesn’t exist either. Except that it might do.

They’ll have to ring me back.

Needless to say, they don’t ring me back.

Once I have fortified myself with several cups of coffee, I try them again. This time the nice girl tells me that I do exist, and so does my insurance policy. Only they’ve registered it all to a different address.

I now need to ring Barclays, but as they are the current holders of A* First Class, Summa Cum Laude, Best in Show, World Cup Honours in Competence, I decide I can’t face it and have another cup of coffee instead.

YSCom Verdict: A Scraped First Feeling slightly tired of all this external examining, I decide to pay a visit to Style Flooring of York in Heworth for my Farrow and Ball fix.

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“Oh, that’s Number 282. You presumably want Estate Emulsion? I’ll fetch it now for you,” says the gentleman in charge.

This is highly disappointing. He needs a further test. “I also need some Downpipe, I mean Dropcloth,” I say (because I, unlike everyone else, am not in the slightest bit incompetent, and never make mistakes of any description).

“Which one would you like? We have both. Downpipe is Number 26, and Dropcloth is Number 283. And there’s ten percent off all Farrow paint this month.”

This just isn’t good enough. And said gentleman did not improve matters by correctly advising me not to use Dead Flat paint on bookcases when I asked for his opinion. Moreover, I refuse to be bribed by a couple of free carpet samples to kneel on while weeding the garden. Has nobody ever told him that bribery and corruption are almost as bad as plagiarism in University circles - never mind having knowledge and being able to apply it?

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Horoscopes 21ST JUN - 22ND JUL Gentlemen of the sign should enjoy some well-deserved success and hit targets they’ve been aiming at for many months – maybe even years! The 6th through ‘til the 10th is a bright time for professional celebration, and there is almost certainly going to be an element of travel associated with jobs or business during this period.

Ladies of the sign have a more moody time of things as they try to unravel a mixed up melange of divided loyalties, with some ongoing battles between their heads and their hearts. Older women may also be struggling with something of an identity crisis, trying to

LEO 23RD JUL - 22ND AUG

A truly lovely month for younger members of the sign when it comes to finding new love and romance, and this is especially true for people suffering with broken hearts and shattered dreams. For older Leos the romantic energy is also strong and there will be talk of engagements and weddings.

Some new energy on the job scene between the 10th and 21st.

VIRGO 23RD AUG - 22ND SEPT

July is a ‘nose to the grindstone’ month!

You’re going to be as busy as hell, probably burning the candle at both ends, and maybe by the end of the month suffering a bit from sleep deprivation. Nevertheless, this sustained effort brings in revenue, which enables you to take a couple of steps forward towards your long-term aims and ambitions – so it’s got to be worth it!

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make contact with the girls they once were and shrugging off the shrouds of the matrons they have become. Cancerian females in their teens are likely to make some mistakes and major errors of judgement at this time.

All Cancerians should take note of the fact that this is not a good time for taking chances and going with hunches and gut feelings. It’s time for some practical and pragmatic common sense to prevail.

LIBRA 23RD SEPT - 22ND OCT

A gentle and romantic month in which you may find yourself making long term commitments – and long may they last!

Current affairs of the heart counterbalance some aspects of your emotional history!

Older males of the sign may find themselves contemplating new professional directions, while females are also blessed with new job opportunities.

SCORPIO 23RD OCT - 21ST NOV Sorry, but this could be quite a testing month. Older males with dodgy hearts should not take up dangerous sports; if you’re in the business of buying and selling make sure you sell before you buy; and if you’ve got some bloody awkward decisions to make, don’t bother listening to the advice of other people. They’re your decisions so you’ve got to make ‘em!

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A busy, and possibly quite fraught, period on the work scene – but don’t panic! Help is at hand from a man in some position of power and authority, who brings reassurance and promises of better times to come. Nevertheless, it might be an interesting exercise to explore other career options at this time… you know… just in case!

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It looks like there could be some new acquisition in July… house, car, promotion etc., any of which should make this a memorable month! There will also be some very good news on the job scene, either on the 3rd or the 10th – or both!

Gentlemen of the sign might feel a bit held back by their spouses; in which case, guys, you know what you’ve gotta do!

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19TH FEB - 20TH MAR

An argument with a friend or colleague of the same sex might leave a nasty taste in your mouth, but it makes you even more determined to stand up for your rights.

They say that pride comes before a fall, but at this time you need to allow your pride to be your guide, and have faith in an

attractive member of the opposite sex who is definitely on your side!

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Someone who has been opposing you and holding you back now gets out of the way and doors that you thought were permanently closed start creaking open.

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FOUR OUT OF SEVEN AIN'T BAD I recently read that Gwyneth Paltrow only sees her husband four days a week.

In the long list of edgy and sometimes infuriating stuff she comes out with, this one’s tame.

Our Gwyneth has previously come out with some right stuff. Like, for example, that time her lifestyle website suggested inserting a jade stone somewhere private to help ‘create kidney strength’ and ‘tighten and tone’. It was quickly put down by doctors and gynaecologists, but fair play to the lass, she’s open minded. And

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while I might not be first in the queue to buy a jade vagina stone, I quite liked her reasoning for the four-days-a-weekhusband schedule.

In an interview with The Sunday Times, Gwyneth shared that she doesn’t live with her husband and only sees him four days a week at her New York pad in order to keep things fresh and encourage ‘polarity’.

I’ll have to google ‘polarity’ in a minute. But I’m sure it’s a fantastic edgy concept and for once, I think I agree with Ms Paltrow.

My boyfriend and I also see each other four days a week.

It’s not actually out of choice. We both work different shifts and are currently living with our respective parents while we save up for a home deposit. But I’d be lying if I said I haven't noticed that the four -days-a-week thing has actually been a blessing in disguise.

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It’s not something I’ve been shouting from the rooftops: ‘I enjoy seeing the love of my life for just four days a week!’

In truth I’ve been hesitant to admit it because it might put the authenticity of my relationship into question. I’ll state for the record that my relationship is authentic and great, but the alone time has been really, really good for me.

When we saw each other every day, separation anxiety soon became a thing.

If my boyfriend was away or busy I’d get nervous and stressed. Without my own personal routine to fall back onto, I was left floating around aimlessly until he came back. It created a lot of tension and rows. I won’t beat around the bush, I was needy.

Nowadays I spend a few nights a week alone. There’s something grounding about having time to sit and pick my nose in the privacy of my own room. I watch all the cheesy rom-com stuff my boyfriend doesn’t like whilst devouring a smelly cheese based dish that would turn his stomach. I go to the gym, send him a couple of memes and

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K R Y S T- O M E T E R YSJU’S MEDIA STUDENTS Kudos to York St John University who just waved goodbye to an exceptionally talented bunch of media graduates at their awards evening last month. I got to judge the Best Magazine Feature, which left me entertained, informed and mega impressed. Can’t wait to see what your students do next.

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Hudsons, the 3AA Rosette restaurant in The Grand, York, has turned afternoon tea into more than just a midday snack.

It’s an experience. Check out my review online: www.yourlocallink. co.uk and get yourself booked in!

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I hope with all of my heart that by the time this magazine is published we have seen some sunshine. Cut short gardening plans, frizzy hair and feeling grumpy are all symptoms of this endless drizzle. At the time of writing, I’m staring miserably out of the window wondering if now is the right time to pop out for lunch. It’s not.

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CHERNOBYL HBO’s drama on the nuclear disaster was well written and had great actors in. Having read some of the statistics, I can’t help but feel that Hollywood did too good of a job bringing the story to life... the reason Chernobyl was such a harrowing story wasn’t because it was a nuclear disaster: it was because of the conspiracies that surrounded what went wrong and the nasty efforts officials went to in order to cover it up.

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JOIN THE CLUB UP AND RUNNING Exercise doesn’t have to be a chore – and the York Acorn Running Club are keen to ‘exercise’ this by making running fun for all.

Suitable for a variety of ages, abilities and experience, you’ll find something that will fit your running style and interests – however they do advise that you should be able to run approximately five miles over 50 minutes.

And the club doesn’t just focus on the running side – many members take part in walking and orienteering too, and regularly meet for a drink and a chat afterwards. So if you’re keen to get fit, try something different and meet new people then York Acorn Running Club could be just the ticket – newcomers are always welcome. n To find out more, visit www.yorkacornrunningclub.org.uk, or call 07756 521824.

TABLE TALK Wigginton Table Tennis Club, formed in 2013 by a group of table tennis enthusiasts, has since expanded to become a Table Tennis England PremierClub. While the club is great for professionals, it also welcomes a variety of ages and different abilities – so if you’ve ever fancied giving it a go, now’s your chance!

If you’re not sure whether or not it’s for you then have no fear – the first session is free, and bats and balls are available to borrow. So you’ve got nothing to lose… apart from potentially a game of table tennis, but practice makes perfect after all! Their progression system means you can work your way up as you improve and play against different people all the time. n For more information, visit www.wiggintonhaxbytabletennis.co.uk or call 07714 307709.

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BAND TOGETHER York Concert Band are a full concert band with brass, woodwind and percussion sections. Made up of around 50 people, the group consists of a mixture of musicians that enjoy playing regularly as an ensemble. They rehearse on Monday evenings between 7.30-9.30pm, and perform at venues such as the Valley Gardens in Harrogate and the Riley Smith Hall in Tadcaster. And you’ll get a great opportunity to play a real variety of songs, including pieces from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar to Michael Jackson.

They’re always looking for new members, so if you’re interested then why not drop in for a session?

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PAUSE FOR THOUGHT Going through the menopause can affect woman in very different ways – and there isn’t a blanket answer for the best way of dealing with it. That’s where Kyra Women’s Project comes in – a friendly and welcoming group for ladies that offers as little or as much support as you might need. From topics such as symptoms and how to manage them, to advice on nutrition, yoga, acupuncture and more; Kyra Women’s Project can be just what the doctor ordered. There are also regular events and group activities such as creative writing sessions and Spanish classes. If you’d like to give something back then they also gratefully welcome donations – as the project relies on the support of the community. n For more information, visit www.kyra.org.uk.

JUST GOOD FRIENDS Welcome to York IVC – a varied and friendly local group run by its members. They regularly organise a large variety of activities including walks, meals out, pub quizzes and club parties, and are always on the lookout for singles, couples, locals – and anyone new to the area – to join them. It’s easy to take part, and all activities take place in a safe and friendly environment. Get to know your community through its people!

If you’re not sure whether or not it’ll be your thing, you can try before you buy – come along to a couple of the events or activities and see what you think. If you like what you see then you can take out a monthly membership for £5 or go for the £20 annual subscription. n To find out more, email enquiries@yorkivc.club or visit the website on www.yorkivc.club.

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This walk links three attractive villages, the two Askhams (Bryan and Richard) and Bilbrough.

There are two length options. The full circular walk is just over six miles. The shorter version of four and a half miles, covering all three villages and the attractive countryside between, ends with a quick hop back to the start on a regular bus.

1 Walk north on Manor Heath to the A64 slip road and roundabout to take the road signposted Askham Bryan. Pass Askham Bryan College Equestrian Centre on the left with views to the Minster on the right.

When the pavement ends cross the road and continue on the other side for 200 yards until a road on the left signposted Bilbrough and Askham Richard. Walk down this for 200 yards (there is no pavement) and opposite a green metal gate, turn right onto tree-lined Chapel Lane. Continue on this quiet lane to Askham Bryan.

2 At the T junction in the village turn left along Main

Street passing the Nags Head. Continue to pass the new Monastery of Poor Clare’s (relocated from Lawrence Street) and where the road turns right keep straight on down a track signposted to Askham Richard.

There is a handy bench at this point. In about 250 yards you go through a metal gate, then straight on along the edge of the field. At the corner climb over the stile and follow the path left alongside the field with a small wood on the left.

3 At the field end cross a track to a stile into pasture where there may be cattle grazing. Initially follow the hedge on your right but about two thirds of the way along go half left aiming for the corner of the wooded area. At the corner cross the plank bridge and turn sharp right to a stile near the field corner. Cross the

double stile and continue between fence and hedgerow to cross a further stile and emerge in Askham Richard by the green where there are lots of benches.

4 Leaving the village go down Mill Lane on the far side of the pond between farm buildings (not the busier road leading towards Rufforth). Follow this very quiet hedge-lined lane until the edge of a small wood on the left. Here cut through left on a ten yard track to join a busier road. Turn back left here, watching out for traffic, until opposite Askham Fields Farm.

5 Turn right here by a large tree following the obvious track as it bends right and left, then going between hedges and gradually climbing. At the top of the hill there is a viewpoint with another well-placed seat beneath some fine beech trees. Continue on the hedged track with gardens on the right to reach a road.

6 Turn right and follow the road as it bends left.

Ignore the first turning on the right but take the next (Main Street) opposite Bilbrough village hall. Continue up the street to Bilbrough church, passing the Three Hares pub. Take the public footpath just before the church passing through the churchyard and by the derelict Wesleyan Chapel to go through the squeeze stile into a grassed area. Follow the path passing a pond on your right and keeping right at a fork, towards the edge of a wood with Bilbrough Manor visible behind you. Go through a gap in the hedgerow and turn right to a field corner alongside the wood.

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What to see The three villages, especially the green and pond at Askham Richard and the varied buildings lining the main streets of Askham Bryan and Bilbrough. Bilbrough church contains the tomb of Parliamentary Civil War leader Thomas Lord Fairfax. The countryside between the three villages is quiet and unspoilt with hedge and tree-lined lanes. Wildlife spotted included deer, buzzards, treecreeper and numerous woodland flowers – there’s a good display of bluebells in the wood beyond Bilbrough Manor in spring.

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If travelling by car the circular walk could be started from any of the three villages but the recommended start, and also that for the shorter option with bus return, is the north end of Manor Heath in Copmanthorpe (YO23 3UP) where there is roadside parking.

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to shorten the walk and return by bus or walk back to Copmanthorpe. If returning by bus go to no. 9 (below). To continue, turn left away from the wood along the field boundary with a low hedge on your right. About two-thirds along, where the field narrows, go through a hedge gap to continue in the same direction with the hedge now on your left. Reaching a metal gate at the road go right. At the road junction before the A64 turn left and cross the flyover.

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the field boundary to the left. Continue in the same direction from one field to the next keeping hedges or ditches to the left.

After a path into a copse on the left which you ignore, go through a metal gate to merge onto a road at a bend. Continue ahead on this quiet road for about a mile to the crossroads at the edge of Copmanthorpe. Turn left here onto Manor Heath back to the start.

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9 To reach the bus stop continue alongside the wood turning right at a telegraph pole. Where the wood kinks away right go downhill towards the A64 keeping the hedge on your right (this path can be overgrown) to the field corner. At the bottom go over the stile and turn right on the cycle track/path. The bus stop is beyond the services area at Street Houses.

8 Over the flyover curve right with the road. Near the T-junction behind the services area turn off left through a gate at a bridleway sign. Follow the path alongside

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Time Travel

Come with us as we journey backwards through the mists of time. No pushing at the back.

THIS MONTH: BUT WHY??

We’ve all had a conversation with a child in which every statement you give is responded to with “but why?”

As annoying as it can be, kids are great at getting to the bones of every issue, which is what this issue’s Time Travel article is all about. Our question is ‘why York?’ Why is there a city here at all, and why did the Romans pick this exact spot? Come on…

First, it would be extremely silly to suggest that all British history started with the Roman conquest in 43 CE. Check your DNA and most of us will discover that our ancestors have called these Britannic shores home for several thousands of years. However, although there have been Bronze, Iron and Stone age archaeological finds dotted around the city, it’s fair to say that the Romans were the first to establish a permanent settlement here. But why here?

BUST UP For decades prior to the Roman invasion, those clever Imperials were trading and dealing with the inhabitants of Britannia. It simply wasn’t the Roman way to just impulsively invade a new land without first making the task as easy as possible. Local tribes were paid handsomely to become client Kingdoms of Rome, there to assist with trade deals and diplomacy and helping the Empire get a foothold on the island. One such tribe were the Brigantes.

Based around what is now the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales, the Brigantes were initially accepting of Rome and helped with the main invasion. However, after a leadership change within the Kingdom, the Brigantes became a massive thorn in the Empire’s bottom, clashing with the legions and raiding Roman towns (and giving us the term ‘brigand’).

The decision was therefore made for the Roman army to push further north and establish a major fort that would be

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near to both Brigantian territory, and the lands held by the Parisi tribe in what is now East Yorkshire and Humberside (and if their name is familiar, it’s because relatives of theirs established a famous city in France).

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Road access was also very good thanks to the ridge of high land on which the Roman’s built their approaching road – these days called the A64. That ridge made the road difficult to ambush – a popular tactic amongst the Celts.

The fort itself, later named Eboracum (possibly due to the abundance of yew trees in the area), was established on the flat lands between the rivers, with the northern defences (today the city walls along Gillygate and Lord Mayor’s Walk) offering a clear and uninterrupted

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HOWEVER… Despite how perfect all this sounds, the Romans did have to put up with problems. Firstly, as we all know, the rivers in York are prone to flooding – something that blighted the Romans as much as it does residents today. In fact, following the Roman departure from York in 410 CE, the main bridge over the river lasted only 40 years before being washed away by a flood.

Also, much of the land around the fort was marshy, limiting what could be done outside of the fortress walls. Although the Normans would use these marshes to their defensive advantage almost exactly 1000 years later, for the Romans it was a problem.

Had the army’s planners made a slightly different decision, York today would look quite different. The option existed to place the fortress on the highest

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view all the way to the Moors, some 20 miles distant. To keep an eye on the natives.

ground in the area, around where today The Retreat sits on Lamel Hill, off Heslington Lane. That land had been used for millennia as burial ground and an important thoroughfare and building the fortress there would have solved the marsh issue and made Eboracum more imposing.

HOME But the decision was made to build it here, and here we are today.

It’s interesting to think that choices made almost 2000 years ago are still influencing how we live, from the roads we use to drive into the city, to the cost of our insurance premiums due to flooding. Still, we think those choices were pretty good.

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Castle Howard Courtesy of the fabulous Castle Howard, we’re giving away a Proms phenomenal five pairs of tickets to the Castle Howard Proms AND five pairs of tickets to Ronan Keating live! No, we’ve not lost our marbles – we really are giving all this away to ten very lucky readers.

Saturday 3rd August will see the spectacular Castle Howard Proms starring various guest soloists alongside the London Gala Orchestra. You can soak up the atmosphere while waving a flag to Prom favourites Jerusalem, Rule Britannia, and more – and you’ll also witness a Spitfire flyover, laser displays and an incredible firework finale.

To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets to the Castle Howard Proms, simply answer the following question: Which World War II plane will be performing a flyover during the evening? a) Defiant b) Spitfire c) Hurricane And if the Proms aren’t your thing – or maybe they are and you just fancy Five your chances at both – then perhaps ex-Boyzone frontman and Magic pairs of radio DJ Ronan Keating is more your thing. tickets to Ronan Keating Boyzone, of course, were one of the biggest bands of the 90s, with Live! hits such as ‘Picture of You’, ‘Words’, ‘Love Me for a Reason’ and ‘No Matter What’. In 1999 Ronan stepped out and started his solo career with the Notting Hill hit ‘When You Say Nothing At All’ – closely followed by sing-along classics ‘Life is a Rollercoaster’ and ‘Lovin’ Each Day’ after Boyzone disbanded in 2000.

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Local FOOTBALL “I thought the football season was finished”, my wife bemoaned as I tuned in to see the penalty shootout of the Nations League 3rd/4th place play-off match between England and Switzerland. To be fair she had a point, and as much as I love football, I don’t think anyone has ever got excited about a 3rd/4th place game in any tournament, let alone one that has been made up to stop meaningless international friendlies. I had to chuckle at England getting a goal chalked off for VAR in the semi-final against Holland just after absolute scenes and people celebrating like it was 1966 – only to then say after losing that it wasn’t a proper competition. Some even

Each month Dan delivers his thoughts on local, national, and international sporting clashes. Pray silence. claimed the performance was so poor that they switched over to watch Love Island. During the Holland game there were several VAR checks, which completely spoilt the game for me.

I have no problem with each team having one referral or something like that, but when a linesman keeps his flag down despite a player being three yards offside because ‘VAR will check it’, seems bonkers. I also think we’ll get to a stage where players won’t celebrate a goal as they know they’ll have a twominute wait to see if it’s an actual goal.

Having said all that, VAR could have saved a job for Gareth Southgate to confirm that England can’t play out from the back.

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It’s fantastic to see so many people being patriotic in their support of England, and any team that plays Australia.

Speaking of cricket – it’s great to see Yorkshire have a good start to the season.

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BOXING Onto boxing now and the sporting world was shocked to see Anthony Joshua stopped in his tracks by a man who, with all due respect, had people commenting that he looked like he had prepared for the bout by eating a kebab after each sparring session. However, Andy Ruiz Jr proved aesthetics mean nothing in boxing as he beat up a man who in comparison is a supreme athlete and the peak of physical fitness. He has given hope to us all! I had to laugh at Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, who said: “Full credit to Andy Ruiz, he deserves the rematch” – I’m sure he does Eddie, given the fact he won the

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fight! Ruiz reportedly said afterwards that he likes to eat Snickers bars for snacks and now they are considering paying him megabucks to advertise.

From that logic I’ve decided that I’m more than happy to have this column sponsored by The Parvin restaurant in Haxby. Jokes aside, things are looking good again for boxing locally. York RI is hosting the city’s first professional show of the year in late June, as featured in last month’s Your Local Link (full report in next month’s edition), and York’s rising star light heavyweight Michael Fafera bids to stretch his record to 5-0 when he fights at Elland Road on July 13th.

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DRIVE TIME Going into town is a pretty normal and straight-forward task. We can either get in the car and go directly to the centre; head to the nearest Park and Ride to avoid the pricy parking charges; or forget the car and just bus, bike or walk it. Easy. Right?

As it happens, accessibility and mobility issues affect many residents in our lovely city – and so it’s important that these people receive the relevant support. In case you didn’t know what sort of help is out there, we’ve put everything into one handy little list.

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This flexible door-to-door bus service can either get you into the city centre, Vanguard, or to the major supermarkets. The vehicles are fully equipped to aid those that may struggle with walking, and for wheelchair users; and visually impaired pass holders travel for free. n To book a journey with Dial & Ride, or to find out more about how they could help you, visit www.yorkwheels.org.uk or call 551441.

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This one’s for support once you’re in the city centre. Shopmobility, based on the second floor of Piccadilly car park, assist those that may struggle to navigate their way around on foot through the hire of a scooter or wheelchair. If you think Shopmobility could help you, then call 679222.

TOY BOX SCRABBLE STRING LIGHT Everyone loves a good light box. Everyone loves a game of Scrabble. And everyone loves bunting.

Put those three things together and you get this absolute must-have accessory. n £11.99 from www.thegiftandgadgetstore.com

HENRY MICROFIBRE SCREEN CLEANER We don’t really have a lot to say about this, except: Henry the Vacuum. Screen cleaner.

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This voluntary organisation is there to assist anyone that can’t easily access public transport. If you’re over 60, have a disability, or receive benefits, then York Wheels could help you. Using the volunteers’ own cars, they’re able to take you wherever you need to be – whether that’s the hairdressers, on holiday, or to see friends. To find out more, visit www.yorkwheels.org.uk or call 630080. n If you’re interested in finding out more about travel in and around York, be sure to check out www.itravelyork.info.

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SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS TO US! That’s right – Your Local Link magazine turns 16 this month.

We’re over the moon to have received your support for all those years, and hopefully you’ve enjoyed reading about the ins and outs of York. To celebrate, we’ve put together a ‘Best of Your Local Link’ timeline – with our favourite moments throughout the years. You’re welcome.

2003 Back when Your Local Link began, we had a little strip at the bottom of each page with inspirational little poems that stated why our magazine was so useful.

Here are a few: • “Don’t reach for the brandy – just keep the Link handy” • “Need something sensational – the Link’s educational” 2005 We got our first office pet in 2005: Suzie the cat .

2006 This year saw the arrival of our first ever website: Your Local Web Link.

2009 We trialled a square-shaped magazine. That’s right, Your Local Link was a square. A square. SQUARE. It didn’t catch on.

2010 Your Local Link began to look like the magazine we know and love now,

with its large image on the front cover and a thorough contents page.

2012 The branching out didn’t stop – we launched a blog on our website!

The kind of content you could find there included pictures of Head of Sales, Mim, outside in the snow wearing a bikini over her clothes. Yeah.

2013 The big one – our tenth birthday!

2015 This year saw the short-lived feature, ‘What we’ve learnt this issue’, where members of our team shared fascinating, and somewhat embarrassing, learnings. One of these was the revelation that one of our Office Assistants thought the A64 was a mythical place known as ‘Aysixtyfour’. The mind boggles.

2017 November 2017 saw us hit a whopping 90,000 doorsteps!

2019 We hit over 10,000 followers across our Facebook and Twitter accounts!

So there we have it – a brief summary of our 16 glorious years. Make sure you follow us online as we look forward to many more years as York’s most read publication.

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If you’ve got your own business or you want to up your business game, get yourself on these networking sites.

YORK PROFESSIONALS Linking professionals and businesses in York. Next event: 17th July: Breakfast Event: Behind the Scenes at York Maze n Visit www.york-professionals. co.uk THE MIX This brand new business networking event in York offers a fun, relaxing and entertaining way to make new contacts and friends. n Visit www. themix.biz or email info@themix.biz BOB YORK Head to a Business over Breakfast (BoB) meet and get involved in referred business.

3rd July: BoB York – North at Mercure York 10th July: BoB York – East at Field & Fawcett 17th July: BoB York – North at Mercure York 24th July: BoB York – East at Field & Fawcett YES NETWORK The Yorkshire Executive Support Network have a brand new website! Next events: 24th July: YES Network Development Event n Visit www.yesnetwork.uk

Fancy enhancing your CV? Now you can.

Have a look below and discover this month’s local and online courses that will add new strings to your bow.

LEARNING FOR EVERYONE York Learning offers part-time and full-time courses for anyone over 16. Subjects include anything from drama to computing; cookery to flower arranging; and of course, English and maths. Some of the courses are completely free! So no excuses – now’s your chance to build your skills! n Visit www.yorklearning.org.uk/learning-foreveryone/ for more information.

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY Join the UK’s largest university and finally say ‘yes’ to that career-changing moment.

You can study while you work, or any other commitments you may have, and there’s always someone to support you. n Check it out and see what takes your fancy: www.open.ac.uk.

PICK & MIX Do you, or anyone you know, want to improve your social media game? Want to learn more about Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram?

Pick & Mix Marketing are offering social media workshops in their Fulford office and you’re invited to get involved. n To find out more, visit www.pickandmixms.co.uk.

OPEN LECTURES The University of York occasionally hold free open lectures for anyone and everyone – and you’re invited. Just make sure you book where required! This month: 11th July: A contemporary Robinsonade 27th July: What the walls meant to the city in the Medieval period n Visit www.york.ac.uk for more information.

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BARGAIN HUNTING Meeting and exceeding the expectations of our customers is one of the cornerstones of what we do at Herbert Todd’s. And our five star reviews on Trustpilot, Google and Facebook are testament to the fact that it’s not just lip service when we say we want to be the best in the industry at customer service. However when the economy is a little sluggish, as it is currently, we do find that some of our online retail friends get a bit twitchy and start liquidating stock at very low prices.

‘Great’, I hear you cry. And yes I have to agree; as a proud Yorkshireman I love to hunt around for the best price I can find – and getting the product you want at a lower cost can only be a good thing. But the big question people ask us as a company with reasonably large showrooms and a desire to look after our customers is: How can we match the prices of those large online boxshifting retailers? How can we afford to pay for so many fabulous staff members to provide a great retail experience if our prices are so low?

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become more and more obvious to our suppliers as the list of failed stores has increased. Manufacturers have finally realised they need great retail spaces to enthuse potential customers about their products. Commodity products will sell fine online but for anything a bit better shoppers want to get in front of the products to understand why they are better – and ultimately make the right buying decision.

As a result of this revelation, we’re working ever closer with our suppliers so that not only can we provide the best customer service and great showrooms to browse, but also a price match promise so that you get the best deal possible. We can now price match other responsible retailer prices in all categories of electrical products – so whether you need a range cooker, American fridge freezer, washing machine or dishwasher, you know you won’t find it cheaper elsewhere.

n Next time you need an appliance, please challenge my team to get you the best deal at the best price – and still with service!

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York Burton Lane Club on Bootham Crescent in York is now open after a £34,000 revamp and it looks totally different.

The refurbishment took around four months to complete and has seen the bar area open up to create more space for visitors. A big separating wall has been removed and the bar has moved backwards.

Design-wise there’s been brand new carpets fitted, structural improvements, new chairs and a fresh colour scheme using trendy greys and neutrals.

Everyone is welcome at Burton Lane Club, and there’s plenty to enjoy for those who enter. If you fancy a game of pool or darts, want to catch the football or just enjoy a quiet pint – all of this is on offer. With decent prices such as £3.20 for a pint of Carling, and some Sam Smiths pints available for as low as £2.40, we don’t think potential visitors will need much persuading, but there are also regular quiz nights and music on, too.

n Burton Lane Club is always on the

There’s also been the addition of several new big screen TVs (that show Sky Sports) and a music box.

lookout for new members. Please enquire with Dave or Tony in the club if you would like to join.

Club Steward Tony Franks and Club Secretary Dave Beavers have done much of the work with their own hands, so that more cash could be spent on improvements. They admit it’s been hard work!

Burton Lane Club, 74 Bootham Crescent, York, is open MondayThursday from 5pm-12am, Friday from 4pm – 12am and Saturday-Sunday 12pm-12am. Why not pop down and check it out?

The improvements came after Dave and Tony decided that they needed to take action before York City Football Club leaves Bootham Crescent.

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Sometimes vendors tell me that they’re not really motivated to clear the clutter and want to sell the house ‘as is’ because they assume that “people can see through the clutter”.

Other vendors are keen to present their homes in a similar way to a new build show home.

So what is the right approach?

It depends which end of the market you're targeting your property towards.

If you have a 'fixer upper' and aim to sell your home to someone who's going to come in and strip the place, fully refurbish or re-model the house, then you don't need to stage your home to look like a show home, as this would confuse buyers. Instead, you need to work with your agent to price it accordingly for a quicker sale, targeting those who want to take on a project. If you get this right, you can achieve a very quick sale and often achieve over the asking price, as there are lots of people competing for property ‘opportunities’, which push up the price. But only once they've been attracted to come and see it.

On the other hand, if you want to achieve the maximum price, you need to make your property look attractive to a broad spectrum of potential buyers, and clearing away clutter, tidying up worn decor, depersonalising the house and making it look as close to a show home as possible will be the answer. According to Rightmove reasearch, properly dressed homes often sell for up to 8% more than a similar poorly presented property.

Why else would new house builders spend so much time making show homes look so attractive?

So where is the problem? Well, some sellers want to achieve maximum price but fail to see the flaws in the way their home appears. They don't want to make changes, but still expect a high price. And they think buyers can see through the clutter, but in my experience most people think they can but actually they can't, and clutter sends them running for the hills! This is often why some homes stay on the market for so long without selling.

If you find yourself struggling to sell, have a critical review of your home and the way it might be presented to potential buyers and listen to the advice your agent will give you. For an independent view, enlist the help of a home staging firm.

DO target your home at either the developer end or the premium end of the market for maximum success and prepare it accordingly.

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Whether you’re relaxing in the shade, dining al fresco with friends and family or watching the sun set with a refreshing drink – there’s no better place than enjoying the summer months in your garden. Warm, sun-filled days and balmy evenings tempt us to venture outside, and doing so boosts our mood.

Creating social spaces within your garden opens up opportunities to entertain, socialise and play, from having a delicious barbecue, enjoying the sun or just simply relaxing with family and friends. With the right planning your garden can become an extension of your home by creating a colourful, vibrant outdoor area for entertaining – or even a place of escape to relax and unwind.

Choosing comfortable garden furniture can help you relax and entertain in style, whether you choose a dining set for al fresco dining or recliners for relaxing with a good book.

Plants can help bring us closer to nature, as well as improve our mood and aid to help relieve depression. Looking out onto a garden can provide us with a dose of ‘green therapy’ and help improve mental health.

The feeling of enjoyment and wellbeing from simply being outdoors comes from a boost of what have been dubbed ‘outdoorphins’, which are similar to the endorphins that your body produces during exercise that raises the spirits. Scientists

also call this ‘biophilia’, which is an in-built need for us to connect with nature and has demonstrated how gardening can help us satisfy this need.

It’s known that both house plants and garden plants help absorb pollutants from the air, and that dense hedging can reduce noises from roads and our general surroundings. With this in mind it can be beneficial to plant shrubs, trees, climbers and hedges around our homes, which can provide shelter from the sun and wind. This, in turn, can help reduce heating and cooling costs and produce a more comfortable place to sit outside and enjoy summer – with the added bonus of

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As well as ornamental plants you can also opt for a variety of edible plants. Planting and picking your own produce for the family can give you a boost and create a feeling of wellbeing – and also save you some money in the long run.

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Our lovely Tony invites you all to see his very own nursery as part of the National Open Garden Scheme – a programme that grants members of the public access to over 3,500 stunning private gardens to raise money for charity.

The Nursery, Tony’s own garden, will be open on 14th July from 1-5pm and 17th July from 2-7pm – or by arrangement if you can’t make those dates. You can expect to find over 100 fruit trees and many different vegetables – plus much more.

And it’s not just The Nursery that will be opening its doors to the public – Havoc Hall, Cawood Gardens and The Priory to name a few will also be taking part in the scheme. n If you’d like to take part and explore a garden or two near you, visit www.ngs.org.uk for more information.

(GOOSEBERRY) FOOLS RUSH IN Gooseberries are probably the most unappreciated of all the summer berries.

All too often they’re seen as hard and green, tart to taste and, if they must be eaten at all, fit only to be thrown in a pie or squished for a fool.

There’s no denying that some gooseberry varieties are very much ‘culinary’, especially many of the green-skinned types that never really sweeten. There are though, lots of other varieties that make excellent fresh eating. These are the dessert berries, mainly yellow- or red-skinned, that can be eaten without any cooking.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? Some dessert gooseberry varieties have been around for a long time. Many date back to the nineteenth century or earlier.

These often have intriguing names: Crown Bob, Dan’s Mistake, Early Sulphur, Leveller, Hedgehog and Whinham’s Industry are just some that I’ve grown. Other dessert berries are of more recent introduction.

These often originate from outside the UK and are more exotically named.

I now grow these types, especially the varieties Hinnonmäki Red, Pax and Rokula.

About 15 years ago I had to discard traditional varieties as they were repeatedly afflicted with American gooseberry mildew, a disease from across the Atlantic now widespread in the UK. As well as mildewing the leaves and stunting growth, this coats berries with a brown powder rendering them unappetising – especially for fresh eating. Nearly all the traditional varieties, culinary and dessert, are highly susceptible to this new mildew.

Fortunately many newer varieties including Hinnonmäki, Pax and Rokula have been bred for mildew resistance. This is why I now grow these. So far none have shown any trace of the disease.

BERRY NICE All three varieties ripen to a deep maroon red. The key to getting them sweet is to let the berries hang on the bush, to almost cook in the sun.

A ripe berry is nearly translucent, has a gooseberry ‘perfume’ and is soft to a gentle squeeze. Usually it takes until mid-July to reach such perfection.

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Dessert gooseberries are an under-sung and neglected fruit worthy of a place in any garden. If you’d like to give them a go do play safe and grow mildew resistant types. Don’t be tempted to buy and plant until winter however. Summer is the time to eat fruit, winter the time to get it in the ground. While you wait, if you can find any really ripe dessert berries in the shops do give them a try. Eaten when really ripe the taste is up there with the best of the soft fruit, on a par with the strawberry or raspberry and with far more tang than the often bland, and harder to grow, blueberry.

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only one adult generation each year, but overwintering adults continue to emerge from the soil up until June, so adults, larvae and pupae may all be present throughout late spring and summer. Keep a close watch on susceptible plants from April onwards, and remove and destroy and beetles, eggs or larvae that appear.

If necessary, apply a contact insecticide as soon as beetles, eggs or larvae are seen in spring, and repeat if infestations persist.

I HAVE A SPIRAEA BRIDAL WREATH. PLEASE COULD YOU ADVISE ME AS THE BEST TIME TO PRUNE? IT DIDN’T FLOWER VERY WELL THIS SPRING! Spiraeas are small- to medium-sized, hardy, deciduous or semi-evergreen

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Regular pruning, to which all respond well, maintains flowering performance.

Timing depends on whether the species flower on new or old wood. Spirarea Arguta, also known as Bridal Wreath, is a medium-sized shrub with clusters of small, white flowers from mid-to-late spring on the previous season’s growth. Prune to prevent an accumulation of old, dead wood, and to encourage the production of new stems that will flower the following year. Prune in early summer, just after flowering. On young plants, cut back flowered stems to strong buds and remove any weak growth entirely. Once

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HAVE A HOME? THESE CUTIE PIES NEED ONE. LILLY Lakeland Terrier Lilly is only six months of age, and came to the centre after her owner could no longer keep her. She absolutely loves life and meeting people, and is keen to keep busy and embark on long walks. She’ll need a home where she won’t be left alone for too long, and can live with children of a junior school age and over. n Visit www.rspca-yorkhome.org.uk or call 654949

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Whether you’re a new parent about to head back to work, or you’re looking to change your little one’s nursery, now is the time to grab a place for your child’s day care. And with so many brilliant options across York, picking the right nursery for you and your baby can sometimes be a bit like finding a needle in a haystack.

So, to try and help make things a little easier, we’ve put together a guide to help you decide. Hey, we’re poets and we didn’t know it.

1. Location This might sound like an obvious one, but there are lots of things to consider when it comes to the location of your child’s nursery. How long will it take you

to get there, and back? Will there likely be traffic? If there are likely to be other people dropping your child off or picking them up then how easy is it for them to get there?

2. Dietary Requirements Your little ones will need feeding while they’re having fun with their new friends. But do they have any dietary requirements? If you’re choosing to feed your son or daughter on a specific diet, or have preferences as to what they do and don’t eat, then this is something to consider.

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4. First Impressions Sometimes, first impressions really do count. You might ‘just know’ that you’ve found the perfect wedding dress. You could view a house that ticks all the boxes and nothing else compares. You’ll naturally only want the best for your child – so check out the nursery for yourself make sure it’s ‘the one’.

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too, with plenty of choice and included dessert! Everywhere was very well kept and the toilets and sinks were always immaculately clean and tidy.

5. Policies There are lots of little things to consider here: opening and closing times; how they deal with emergencies; how flexible they are; sickness policies, and the list goes on.

Starting nursery is a nerve-wracking yet exciting time for both parent and child, and begins a new chapter in your lives – and here at Your Local Link we wish you all the best!

A great weekend was had by all, and we have already reserved our plot again for this year!” n A weekend pitch is £90 at Beetle Bank Farm, Murton.

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I was never much of a gamer. For Christmas 1991 I asked my parents for a SEGA Mega Drive so I could play Sonic the Hedgehog like all my friends.

They were okay with this, until they realised a Mega Drive didn’t have a keyboard.

“Of course a computer needs a keyboard, Howard. How else are you supposed to do work on it, such as writing letters of complaint to your local MP or writing letters of complaint to your local newspaper?” I think that’s what was said, anyway.

Instead of a games console, I unwrapped a steadfast Commodore Amiga 500 come Christmas morning, which turned out to be far better.

Instead of having to save up and buy overpriced early ‘90s games cartridges, I simply took advantage of owning an actual computer and copied the floppy disk games of other friends. In case you were wondering whatever happened to Commodore and the Amiga computer range, it was killed due to piracy in the north Doncaster area.

I DIGRESS… I do, because this column is actually about the very modern gaming phenomenon of Minecraft, into which my children have recently got themselves. To those uniformed few, Minecraft is a game that allows kids to build whatever they want in a blocky, pixelated world, then go on adventures

killing things and other characters.

My three eldest love it. They can sit for hours on their tablets, playing, exploring, and if the graphic reports of my newly turned four-year-old son are to be believed, murdering. The eight- and six-year olds report similar things, as well as what they’ve built that day in a world that exists only at their fingertips. “I dug a hole today. It’s full of spiders now. Look.”

However, whereas the older two are very capable of separating the digital world from the real, four-year-old Gatsby seems to be having difficulty.

He’ll often come running to me to excitedly describe that he was just attacked, “but it’s okay coz I bite it hard in its creeeepy face and it ranned away!”

It takes me a few seconds to realise he’s talking about the game.

COLUMNIST To be fair to the wee tyke, he is a builder. Give him a heap of LEGO and he’ll create something truly imaginative, from an “aeroplane what goes wheelie, wheelie quickly”, to a “tall, tall tower for fighting the moon”. It’s just that he’s also tapped.

CROSS He also likes to show me what he’s built, and I have to say I’m often very impressed. And disturbed. Towering obelisks of stone and wood rise above a ground ploughed clean of grass and green. Monstrous archways spanning tempestuous rivers. Dark, seemingly bottomless voids, around which lay a scattering of bones. And crucifixes. So many crucifixes. Despite having never had the cultural relevance of that shape explained to him, he digs holes and erects buildings that would make the Pope proud.

I dug a hole today. It’s full of spiders now.

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The kids love it, watching along and shouting out advice as if the millionaire arsehole can hear them. After watching one video the other day, Gatsby turned to me and said, “Daddy. Can we kill a cow?” I asked, “You mean, kill a cow in Minecraft?” to which he gleefully responded, “sure, we can do it Minecraft, too!” Jesus.

Still, at least it keeps them off the streets. That’s especially important for Gatsby, who, now that he’s four, will soon be coming into his astral inheritance. If that Czech gypsy woman is to be believed, the “yellow haired demon child” will soon develop the ability to channel his powers, and all of space and time will be inverted and suffering is all mankind will know.

So yeah, let him dig crosses in Minecraft instead, says I.

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Everyone loves awards season – seeing your favourite actors celebrated for their roles in blockbuster films or TV soaps etc. We are now moving on to the time of year where students are sitting exams, and are full of anxiety and worries about whether they will pass or fail. Thinking about their future, what will be or not be, and finally their time to celebrate in August.

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Here in Britain we love a good summer knees-up – and the Proms is the epitome of a good summer knees-up. Enjoying the classical music… waving Union Jacks… chomping on egg mayo sandwiches that are fresh out of your picnic basket… and a stunning fireworks finale. And you don’t have to travel far to take part in all of this, because the Proms are coming back to the Museum Gardens on Sunday 14th July.

Compered by the co-founder and soprano Rebecca Set beside River Derwent in the beautiful meadows gardens on the edge of Malton,such as Newman, andand joined by classical performers brings the you York a summer music soloistMEADOWFEST Jennifer Coleman, Proms 2019 also festival of uplifting sunshine bands, all day features feasting a Community Stage, where local talent will be and dancing under the stars! showcasing their own performances.

Sit back,miss relaxwhat and enjoy an eclectic ska, n Don’t promises to mix be aof fantastic reggae, funk, blues & much more. Featuring day for all – visit www.yorkproms.com to find some of Yorkshire’s finest bands and special out more. guests, get ready for a family festival of top music, sizzling street food, all set in the most stunning of settings.

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AND YOU’LL BE REWARDED WITH DRIFFIELD SHOW.

If you like a good country show, or you just want somewhere for the whole family to enjoy a summer’s day out, then Driffield Show is the one for you.

Wednesday 17th July is the date to put in your diary for gun dogs demonstrations; a high calibre of exhibitors in the horse and pony section; the UK Fencing Competition; the Ryedale Rescue Fun Dog Show; farrier demonstrations; Joseph’s Amazing Racing Camels and more. Phew!

Of course, you’ll work up an appetite with all that excitement – and the team at Driffield Show have that covered too. Head to the Rix Pavilion to try out the café and coffee lounge, or pop down to the Food Hall to sample the best local, national and international food and drink; as well as cookery demonstrations from some of the best local chefs. n Visit www.driffieldshowground.co.uk for more information.

TICKETS YOU’LL HAVE A FIELD DAY TURN OF THE CENTURY £20 Adult (early bird offer available until 30.06.19) £25 Adult (standard online price) Tickets on the gate – subject to availability Under 16’s - FREE IT’S A FIRST FOR MALTON. (must be accompanied by an adult)

Welcome to Meadowfest – Malton’s brand new oneday music festival on Saturday 20th July. Now, the team at Visit Malton aren’t strangers to putting on a good event – you just have to look at their famous food festivals to see that. So we’re super excited to check out their first ever Meadowfest.

And they’re going all-out with it too – the line-up includes Flat Cap Carnival, The Grand Old Uke of York, Beth McCarthy, and headliners Levi Roots and his 12-piece reggae band. Yes, THE Levi Roots from Dragon’s Den. With the sauce.

It’s not just about music either, as Meadowfest also boasts a family section full of activities for kids – such as lawn games, inflatables and a vintage children’s funfair.

A Malton festival wouldn’t be complete without good food, therefore the ‘Who’s Cooking’ section is perfect for the foodies out there. n Visit www.visitmalton.com/meadowfest to find out more!

DON’T MISS THIS BIG BIRTHDAY EVENT.

Reaching 100 years is an achievement for anyone or anything – and Thornton le Dale’s annual show is celebrating that special birthday this year, on Wednesday 7th August.

Starting at 9am and continuing well into the evening, you can expect to see the working class terrier show; junior show jumping; children’s fancy dress; sports events, including the men’s 400 yards; and a children’s tug of war – to name a few.

If you fancy yourself as the next Jamie Oliver or Donna Wilson, then why not enter the handicrafts and produce section? Whether your skills lie in crochet, photography, sausages or flower arranging, there’ll be something there for you. n To find out more, visit www.thorntonledale.com.

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ALLOW US TO WHET YOUR APPETITE.

If you’ve got a taste for a good food festival, then Selby’s the place to be on Saturday 27th July.

Let’s face it – summer is all about festivals. And the Selby Food and Drink Festival is taking advantage of the summer months with a huge extravaganza. You can browse a multitude of stalls offering local artisan creations and locally brewed ciders and beers.

From hog roasts to pork pies; handmade chocolates to fresh cakes; brownies to chutneys and plenty of street food hotspots, there’s something for every taste bud.

And it’s not all about the food – you’ll also be entertained by live musicians and street entertainers; plus Nigel Brown will be leading his Cookery Theatre. n To find out more, visit selbyfoodanddrinkfest.wordpress.com.

PUT YOUR OWN STAMP ON IT TO COIN A PHRASE.

There’s no denying that stamps and coins are fascinating – whether you’re searching for that final 50p to add to your Beatrix Potter collection, or you’ve got your eye on a penny black, there’s lots of history in these day-to-day items.

And if you’d like to add to your collection – or maybe start one – then the York Stamp and Coin Fair on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th July is where you need to be.

Held in York Racecourse, it’s the largest stamp and coin fair outside of London. You can expect to find over 95 stamp and postal history dealers, and more than 60 coin, banknote and medal dealers – with items from all over the world.

So, whether you’re looking for something specific or you’d just like to explore the stalls and see what grabs you, don’t miss this cracking event. n Visit www.stampshows.net for more information.

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// UNTIL 12TH SEPT CHURCH EXPLORERS, throughout York. This programme consists of a number of events that work to promote the archaeological and architectural importance of church buildings in Yorkshire. Visit www.churchexplorers. co.uk for more information.

// UNTIL 28TH JUNE HOUSE AND GARDENS OPEN, Sutton Park, 11am-5pm. This stunning stately home is the perfect place to spend your summer days – and don’t miss their guided tours at 1.30pm and 2.45pm.

Visit www.sutton-park.co.uk, email suttonpark@statelyhome.co.uk, or call 01347 810249 for more information. // UNTIL 6TH JULY EVERYDAY BEAUTIFUL, Lotte Inch Gallery, Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm or by appointment. Make your way down to this fantastic exhibition of perfectly functional ceramics by Francis Lloyd Jones.

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love stories ever written. Visit www. castlehoward.co.uk for more information, and to book. // 29TH SUMMER SOUNDS IN THE PARK, Rowntree Park, 12pm. The Music students are raising money for LIAM in this celebratory concert, featuring all the performance music the students have done throughout the year. Visit www. yorkcollege.ac.uk for more information.

A SUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA, Stockton-on-the-Forest Village Hall, 7.30pm. Don’t miss this fantastic charity concert with Keep Your Pet, featuring Generation Groove Concert Band, Community Chorus and Stockton-onthe-Forest School Choir. Tickets cost £10 – call Stephen Marshall on 07929 719286 or email stephen.marshall2@homecall. co.uk.

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// 25TH OPEN EVENT, York College, 5.30-8pm.

If you’re interested in furthering your studies – whether that be A Levels, an apprenticeship, adult courses or a degree, there are plenty of options for you at York College. Visit www.yorkcollege.ac.uk or call 01904 770770 for more information. // 26TH LINE DANCING SOCIAL, New Earswick Indoor Bowls Club, 7.30pm.

Join Rene’s Revellers and special guest Darren Busby for a night of social dancing, live music and fun! Tickets cost £7.50.

Call 470292 for more information. // 26TH-30TH WUTHERING HEIGHTS, Castle Howard, 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Watch the relationship between Heathcliff and Cathy as it develops in one of the most powerful

THE TWILIGHT FLEAMARKET, Thirsk Farmers Auction Mart, 11am-6pm.

Uncover antiques salvage, collectables, vintage furniture, textiles, art and more at this popular flea market. Visit www. antiquesfairs.com for more information.

LIVE COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS, Herbert Todd’s Monks Cross, 10am-4pm. Don’t miss this live cooking day with AEG and discover how you can take taste further.

Join Cooking With Steam at 11am and Cooking With Induction at 2pm. Visit www.htodd.co.uk for more information.

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// 1ST UNDERGRADUATE & PGCE PRIMARY OPEN DAY, York St John University, 9.30am-3.30pm. Meet with academic staff, support staff and Student Ambassadors to get a feel for the university and learn all about the courses and student life. Visit www.yorksj.ac.uk for more information. // 3RD CREATIVE MEDIA SHOWCASE, Lecture Theatre, York College, 6pm.

Discover the work of students who are completing their Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technologies at their end of year project.

An informal show and tell by the students will follow this display of works from video to digital graphics and everything in between! Visit www.yorkcollege.ac.uk for more information. // 4TH & 6TH NIGHTINGALE’S GAME: DON’T EVEN TRY TO PRETEND TO BE LIKE ME, The Centre, Mossdale Avenue, Thurs 6-7.30pm; Sat 4.45-6.15pm. This play all about mental health, tobacco and being yourself follows Tom – and jumps between his conversations with his psychiatrist to the world of his psychosis.

Enjoy songs, comedy, and explore a personal insight into psychosis. For more information, email holly@tanghallsmart. com. // 4TH-6TH STAXTONBURY FAMILY MUSIC FESTIVAL, Manor Farm, Staxton. This fantastic event brings bands such as Huge, Soul Rida and a brilliant Pet Shop Boys tribute to the stage – as well as 70s and 80s stages to ensure there’s plenty of dancing, singing and fun! There are also three bars, food outlets, a fun fair, arts and crafts, and Magic Mike shows (plus much more). Visit www.staxtonbury.com or call

// 6TH CHARITY DOG SHOW AND FAMILY DAY, The Fox, Holgate Road, 12.30pm. This fun dog show, in support of Hero Paws - a charity to support exservice dogs, offers trade and craft stalls; a BBQ; cake stall; bouncy castle; tombola;

face painting; and a grand raffle with amazing prizes. To find out more about the event, and to book a stall or donate a raffle prize, please call 07979 371970 or email c.coulton820@btinternet.com.

ACADEMY OF ST OLAVE’S SUMMER CONCERT, St Olave’s Church, Marygate, 8pm. This special summer concert features Purcell: Music from Dido and Aeneas; Berlioz: Les Nuits d’Été (soloist Jo Rondel); and Schubert: Symphony No. 6 in C. Visit www.academyofstolaves.org.uk for more information.

CIRCUS MIDNIGHT WALK, York city centre, 9pm. Don’t miss this fabulous three-hour circus party, followed by a midnight walk of people dressed in circus costumes! All raising funds for St Leonard’s Hospice, you can come just for the party or choose to walk the streets as well. Tickets cost £15 for the night. Visit www.stleonardshospice.org.uk for more information.

YOR-KON FESTIVAL 2019, York city centre, 11am. Yor-Kon is back for 2019 – and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! From a sword swallowing show to a free live gaming arena; a viking village to Total Geek Wipe Out – there’s something for everyone. And entry is free! // 6TH-7TH STEAM AND VINTAGE RALLY, Duncombe Park. This special two-day event commemorates 100 years since the end of World War I, featuring a Veteran WWI Lorry Restoration Exhibition, traction engines, working displays, commercial and military vehicles, trade stands, fairground and more – plus a licensed bar and refreshments. Visit www. gytec.weebly.com for more information. // 6TH-7TH & 20TH-21ST OPEN WEEKEND, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Come and visit the only working windmill in Yorkshire and see

how flour has been made here for nearly 250 years – then buy some and try baking your own bread! The mill shop is also open every Saturday from 10am-12pm.

Visit www.holgatewindmill.org for more information.

// 7TH INSECT FESTIVAL 2019, Museum Gardens, 10am-4pm. Whether you like them or not, there’s no denying that insects are fascinating. The Insect Festival, brought to you by the Royal Entomological Society, celebrates the amazing world of not-so-creepy crawlies.

Over 30 exhibits will share research, activities, books, equipment and more. It’s an excellent event for the whole family, with opportunities to handle some of these wonderful creatures. Entry is just £1 and under 16s get in free. // 9TH ROYAL LIFESAVING SOCIETY’S ‘SAVE A BABY’S LIFE’ WORKSHOP, Manor Road, Stutton, 7-9pm. Pick up some crucial tips that could help you save a life at this free workshop. // 12TH-14TH JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL, Burton Agnes Hall. This jam-packed festival full of top jazz and blues acts is not to be missed.

Feel free to bring your dog, a picnic, chairs and a tent (if you want to camp!) – and the whole family! Visit www.burtonagnes. com for tickets and further information.

// 13TH JULY PLANT SHARE, Methodist Church Haxby, 10.30-11.30am. Pop down and explore early produce, people’s excess border plants, mature plants – and who knows what else! Call Tim on 760659 or email hwtransition@ gmail.com for more information.

FAMILY FUN DAY, Slingsby Sports Field, 11am-3pm. The Friends of Slingsby School are raising funds for the school with this fun day for the whole family – including the annual Slingsby Duck Race. Enjoy inflatables, face painting, hook a duck, a tombola and raffle, and more! For more information, email friendsofslingsbyschool@hotmail. co.uk or find them on Facebook @ friendsofslingsbyschool.

BONKERS BINGO AND N*TRANCE, Mecca Bingo, 9pm. For just £10 you can get yourself a night of Bonkers Bingo and entertainment from 90s sensation, N*Trance! Call 622119 for more information. // 13TH-14TH THE GREAT ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse, Sat 8am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm. Head down to Wetherby Racecourse and see what bargains you can find. Visit www. jaguarfairs.com for more information. //14TH WOODTHORPE FUN DAY, Woodthorpe Green, 11am. Head down to the green for Woodthorpe’s biggest day of the year! With live music and performances, food and drink, stalls and more, it’s the perfect family day. // 14TH & 17TH JULY GARDEN OPEN DAY, The Nursery, 1-5pm; 2-7pm. Our very own Tony Chalcraft is opening his garden to the public for a limited time as part of the National Open Garden Scheme. Visit www.ngs.org.uk for more information.

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07798 655416 for more information. // 5TH AN EVENING WITH THE MILITARY WIVES CHOIR, St Helen’s Church, Bilton in Ainsty, 7.30pm. This special summer concert full of the Choir’s favourite songs commemorates 375 years since the Battle of Marston Moor in 1644, when St Helen’s was used as a military hospital. Tickets are £10 and include refreshments. Call 01423 358340 for more information. // 5TH-6TH CITY OF ALE, Brew York, 12pm. The City of Ale Festival is back – the perfect event for everyone and anyone who enjoys their ale! Visit www.brewyork. co.uk for more information. // 5TH-13TH YORK EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL, York city centre. The theme is ‘Innovation’ at this year’s Early Music Festival – the UK’s largest festival of classical music written before 1750. The event combines music and historic venues, and includes David Skinner, The Sixteen, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding soprano Elin Manahan Thomas. Contact boxoffice@ncem.co.uk.

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Uke of York to the New Comedian of the Year 2019 Final. Check out www. greatyorkshirefringe.com for more information and to book.

// 14TH THE YORK PROMS 2019, Museum Gardens, 5-10pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist. // 16TH JULY TRADES OPEN DAY, Germany Beck, Fulford, 8.30-10.30am. Join Persimmon Homes for a special open day – they’re recruiting everything from bricklayers to painters; joiners to plasterers; site managers to sales advisers, and more.

Come down to learn more, and enjoy a free breakfast sandwich and refreshments!

Call 543062 to find out more. // 17TH DRIFFIELD SHOW, Driffield Showground, 9am. Find out more in our Events Hotlist. // 17TH OPERA NIGHT, Carluccio’s, 7-10.30pm. Enjoy traditional opera music live over a delicious meal. Visit www. carluccios.com for more information. // 18TH AN EVENING WITH THE HEAD GARDENER, Burton Agnes Hall and Gardens, 5pm. Sit down to a delicious two-course meal – made with ingredients from Burton Agnes’ very own gardens – and enjoy a talk from Head Gardener Jeremy Palmer about the history of the walled garden, followed by a guided tour.

To book, call 01262 490324 or email office@burtonagnes.com. // 18TH-28TH THE GREAT YORKSHIRE FRINGE, York city centre. The Great Yorkshire Fringe is back for another year to take over York’s city centre and fill us all with entertainment. From Morgan & West’s magic to the Hyena Lounge Comedy Club; Countdown’s Gyles Brandreth to Henning Wehn; and The Grand Old

// 19TH-20TH YORK STAMP & COIN FAIR, York Racecourse, Fri 11am-6pm; Sat 10am-4pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist. // 20TH CLASSIC IBIZA, Harewood House, 6-10.45pm. Head to Harewood House and join the Urban Soul Orchestra, DJ Goldierocks and a bunch of fab live vocalists, who’ll be performing some of dance music’s greatest hits. Visit www. classicibiza.co.uk or call the event box office on 01283 841601 for further information.

FIREWORKS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019, Newby Hall, 6-1.30pm. Watch as three teams create fireworks displays choreographed to music, and vote for your favourite at the end of the night!

Bring a picnic, and family and friends for what promises to be a fantastic night.

Visit www.newbyhall.com for more information. // 20TH MALTON MEADOWFEST, Malton, 10am-10pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

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// 20TH-21ST MASHAM STEAM ENGINE & FAIR ORGAN RALLY, Masham. Don’t miss this exciting event – contact Mrs. F Granger on 01765 689569 for more information. // 20TH-1ST SEPT WITCHES AND WIZARDS, Mother Shipton’s, 10am-5.30pm (last admission at 4.30pm). This summer holiday, make sure you head to Mother Shipton’s School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. You can visit the Forbidden Forest, try on the sorting hat, and even take your lessons – including Quidditch and Potions! A magical event for the whole family. Visit www. mothershipton.co.uk for more. // 21ST FUNDRAISER FOR PARKINSONS UK, The Lodge, Earswick, 2pm. Enjoy a day of stalls, dancing and refreshments in support of Parkinsons UK. Call 761387.

HISTORIC VEHICLE RALLY 2019, Newby Hall, 10am-5pm. Make your way down to the North’s biggest one-day car show and discover up to 1,500 cars various makes, from Aston Martin to Wolseley. Pose in a classic for a selfie and rummage through the auto-jumble.

Visit www.newbyhall.com for more information.

YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB OPEN DAY, Laytham Park, 11am-4pm. Meet likeminded people and discover the York Model Boat Club at their Regatta Open Day (weather permitting!). Visit www. yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk for more information. // 23RD-24TH BEGINNERS RAG RUG MAKING, The Bee Loft. Head to The Bee Loft for traditional and creative craft courses, held in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.

Visit www.thebeeloft.co.uk or call 07955 637934 for more information.

// 25TH ANTIQUES, JEWELLERY AND COLLECTABLES VALUATION EVENT, The Bar Convent, 11am-3pm.

Join Tennants’ team of experts and discover the value of any item you may wish to sell. It’s completely free and you don’t need an appointment – call 01423 531661 or visit www.tennants.co.uk to find out more. // 26TH-27TH DUNGEON LATES: ADULTS ONLY!, The York Dungeon, from 8pm. Imagine the brilliant York Dungeon. Now imagine it even scarier… even cheekier… and with even more twists and turns. These shows are strictly 18+ only, and they sell out super quick – so don’t delay, book today! Visit www.thedungeons.com/york for more information. // 27TH CHARITY COFFEE MORNING, Bluebird Care Offices, Devonshire Court, 10am-1pm. Enjoy tea, coffee, and cakes at a special coffee morning and raffle to help raise funds for Doberman Rescue UK & Europe and Guide Dogs for the Blind. Call Nicola on 07743 442766 for more information.

LOL COMEDY CLUB, The Basement, 8pm. Join Damion Larkin, Tom Wrigglesworth, Big Lou and Duncan Oakley for a hilarious evening of comedy at The Basement. Visit www.lolcomedyclubs.co.uk for more information. // 27TH SELBY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL, Selby Market Place, 9.30am-5pm. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

COMING SOON

// 4TH JANE TOMLINSON YORK 10K, York Against Cancer. Do your bit to help raise money for this fantastic charity, and claim a free place! Visit www. yorkagainstcancer.org.uk, call 764466 or email office@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk for more information or to sign up. // 7TH AUGUST THORTON LE DALE’S 100TH SHOW, Thorton le Dale, 9am. Find out more in our Events Hotlist.

// 15TH-18TH AUGUST COUNTRYFILE LIVE, Castle Howard.

The famous BBC show is coming to

Castle Howard for the first time in 2019 – and you can join presenters including Matt Baker, John Craven, Ellie Harrison and more in an array of experiences and activities. Visit www.countryfilelive.com or call 0844 2097324. // 24TH-26TH AUGUST THE POPPLETON ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION, The Tithe Barn, 10am5pm (4.30pm on Sunday). This annual event, organised by the Poppleton artists themselves, aims to support the upkeep of The Tithe Barn; and takes place over the bank holiday. Enjoy the local art and homemade cakes within these stunning surroundings. Call 795621 for more information.

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YORK MAZE, Dunnington Lodge, 10am-6.30pm (last admission at 4.30pm).

From the 13th July, the UK’s largest maze will be reopening for the 2019 season, until 2nd September. It’s not just about getting lost – you’ll discover over 20 rides, attractions and shows including KerNoel’s House Party, The New House of Even More Cornfusion, Utter Cornage, and Jurassic Maize; all of which are new for 2019. Book online and you’ll save £5 on family tickets – visit www.yorkmaze.co.uk, or call 607341 for more information.

JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. Discover the Original Viking Encounter! Enjoy the world-famous ride experience with the sights, sounds and smells of the Viking Age, as well as getting up close to 1000 year old artefacts and interacting with our friendly real-life Vikings. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk THE YORK DUNGEON, Clifford Street. If you enjoy a bit of mild peril in your life, then you need to go to The York Dungeon. Never before has history been so entertaining – and terrifying. And it’s one of those places that continues to

bring the goods, as the talented actors and team behind the creepy attraction are always introducing new shows to tourists and locals alike. Visit www.thedungeons. com/york SHAKESPEARE’S ROSE THEATRE, Clifford’s Tower. The highly acclaimed pop up theatre is coming back to Clifford’s Tower for 2019 – with four incredible performances of Hamlet, The Tempest, Henry V and Twelfth Night for you to feast your eyes on. Children can also learn about the bard in family show, Billy Shakes Wonderboy. Experience Shakespeare to its fullest at this one-ofa-kind venue – it’s not to be missed. Visit www.shakespearesrosetheatre.com for more information.

YORKSHIRE LAVENDER, Terrington, 10am-5pm. Visitors to Yorkshire Lavender can not only admire the stunning lavender displays, they can also browse around the gift shop; have a light lunch or cream tea; discover new products made from the oil of the farm’s lavender; explore the lavender maze, deer park and sculpture park; and loads more. Visit www. yorkshirelavender.com.

JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate and your little ones can experience a real hands-on archaeological adventure! As they become trainee ‘diggers’, they’ll have a chance to discover the most incredible and exciting artefacts from 2000 years of York’s history. Featuring four indoor excavation pits based on real-life digs in the city and Archaeologists on hand to answer any questions, it really is an exciting and unique attraction for the whole family to enjoy. Visit www.digyork. com for more information.

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.

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 499275.

NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY, Pickering. See 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery aboard classic trains. Visit www.nymr.co.uk.

WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at west entrance to York Minster, 11am and 3pm (also 1pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www.whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679.

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 633276.

YORK IVC, throughout York. Welcome to York IVC – a group that regularly organise a large variety of activities including walks, meals out, pub quizzes and club parties. And they’re always on the lookout for singles, couples, locals – and anyone new to the area – to join them. It’s easy to take part, and all activities take place in a safe and friendly environment. Get to know your community through its people! To find out more, email enquiries@yorkivc.club or visit the website on www.yorkivc.club.

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// 28TH DEFINITELY HUBY FESTIVAL, Huby Playing Fields, 12pm-late. Enjoy live music from a huge variety of bands and musicians, a bar and BBQ, activities such as a bouncy castle, golf, craft stalls and a tombola, face painting, a raffle and a scarecrow competition, there’s plenty for you and the whole family to do.

ALDBOROUGH & BOROUGHBRIDGE SHOW, Newby Hall, 10am-5.30pm. This prestigious show is back for a third year, giving local people the chance to flaunt their talents in all kinds of categories, including baking, horticulture, photography, flower arranging and more. Visit www.newbyhall. com for more information.

REGULAR EVENTS // EVERY MON & WEDS LINE DANCING, York Health Service Club. Join Rene’s Revellers for beginners line dancing at 6.45pm and improvers at 8.15pm. Call 470292 or email dwpurdy@btinternet.com.

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// EVERY TUESDAY LINE DANCING, Haxby WMC, York, 11am-1pm. Join Rene’s Revellers for a morning of line dancing. Call 470292 or email dwpurdy@btinternet.com.

RYEDALE FOLK DANCE CLUB, Old Malton Memorial Hall, 8-10pm. Enjoy moderate exercise and mental stimulation to traditional dance music! Email ryefdc@ gmail.com for more information. // EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY OPEN DAYS, Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am-3.30pm.

Discover a variety of shrubs and herbaceous perennials while exploring railway artefacts and historical buildings.

Visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk for more information. // EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB, Laytham Caravan Park, 1.30pm. Come along and have some fun (weather permitting!) – joining is easy, and there are plenty of other events to get involved with. Visit www.yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk for more information. // 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH PARKINSONS UK SUPPORT MEETING, New Earswick Folk Hall, 2pm. Come along for regular speakers, quiz nights and outings. New members and guests always welcome – “Strangers are friends we have not yet met”. For more information, call 861696. // 3RD FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH HAXBY AND WIGGINTON U3A, Wigginton Recreational Hall, 1.30pm. If you’re retired or semi-retired, feel free to pop down to this sociable event, where you can enjoy a talk from a guest speaker, and tea and coffee. Call 761352 or visit www.u3asites.org.uk/haxby-wigginton for more information.

// LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FILM AT THE FOLK HALL, New Earswick, doors open at 1.30pm for a film start at 2pm. Enjoy films on a big screen and great sound system. Visit www. filmfolkhall.com for more information. // EVERY SATURDAY THE MILL SHOP, Holgate Windmill, 10am-12pm. Pop in to Holgate Windmill’s shop and grab everything from freshly milled wholemeal flour and local honey to fab gifts including wooden kitchenware and greetings cards. Visit www.holgatewindmill.org for more information.

SATURDAY MORNING SALES, Poppleton Community Railway Nursery, 10am-1pm. Pop in to this volunteer-run nursery and discover a range of plants such as shrubs, perennials, herbs and alpines, and a specialist collection of cacti.

Visit www.poppletonrailwaynursery.co.uk for more information. // 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 for more information. // EVERY SUNDAY WIGGINTON CAR BOOT SALE, House Farm, Wigginton. The classic Wigginton Car Boot Sale is back for the 2019 season. Cars cost £8 and vans are £9, with additional trailers at £2 extra.

Public admission is £1 with toilets and refreshments available. Call 768463 for more information.

HERITAGE TRAIN RIDES, Yorkshire Museum of Farming. Hop on board for a special train ride at Murton Park – the only museum in the district dedicated to the historical agriculture of the Ridings of Yorkshire. Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk for more information.

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THE ELO EXPERIENCE: ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA (31st July) This one-day-only show celebrating the music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra will have you dancing in your seats! Featuring songs that we all know and love such as Mr Blue Sky, Living Thing, and more.

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healthcare.com

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Do you love local companies and want to see them succeed time and again?

Do you have a fantastic track record when it comes to telesales?

We have a great opportunity for a print and digital advertising consultant to join our lively and exceptional team.

The ideal candidate would be: • Of a gritty disposition • Self motivated with good organisational skills • Great at building relationships across the B2B sector • A people person who enjoys being on the phone • A confident cold caller • Ambitious with a desire to smash targets

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1DE -works.co.uk The job: Based in our offices in Haxby, York and working across our print and digital products covering York, Scarborough, Driffield and Bridlington and surrounding villages, your day to day tasks will include: • Managing the full sales-cycle.

• Identifying and pursuing new revenues and customers • Advising customers on the best products and campaigns to meet their needs • Establish, manage and generate revenue from developmental sales list • Interact with various internal departments to carry out client requirements such as scheduling advertising and ad copy • React to inbound customer requests via phone and online • Use phone and email, and make occasional face-to-face sales calls • Develop relationships for long term growth • Assist customers with basic advert layout

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The company: When you work for such a well-known and respected brand that continually invests in our products to make them the absolute best for our customers, you can really believe in what you sell. Taking a more consultative role with customers to truly meet their needs and find the best solution for their business makes for a rewarding career.

There are opportunities to progress, ongoing training and great support and flexibility. We sell ethically and expect our staff to adhere to and embrace our strong company values.

What we do for you: • Workplace pension • Generous starting salary with uncapped bonus • Flexible working • A lively but laid back work environment.

Due to expansion, we have the following vacancies available at our sites in Easingwold, Harrogate, Pocklington, Selby, Sherburn in Elmet and York.

More than eight years of work on your doorstep for York’s biggest company.

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RECRUITMENT

Persimmon Homes Yorkshire • Bricklayers • Joiners • Plasterers • Finishing Foreman • Painters • Customer Care Service Engineers

Competitive rates available Also recruiting Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers and Sales Advisors

TRADES OPEN DAY

Germany Beck, Fulford, York YO19 4QG

Tuesday 16th July 2019

Between 8.30 am and 10.30 am Includes free breakfast sandwich and refreshments

Call now - 01904 543062 email: yrksjobs@persimmonhomes.com Alternatively apply online via web: www.persimmonhomes.com Head Office Fulford, York YO19 4FE | Tel: 01904 642199 Ext. 3062 for Site opportunities Scene - Plots We lookStreet forward to 1-11 hearing from you

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