Turn back time

Sun 25 Sept, 10am to 5pm at Bustardthorpe Field, York Knavesmire

Hosted by York Historic Vehicle Group, this event has been taking place for over 30 years and attracts a vast group of vehicles from the past, lovingly restored and displayed by their owners from all over the Country.  Over 600 vehicles will be there together with stalls, autojumble and refreshments. 

For more information contact Rodney Clegg 0113286943

http://www.yhvg.org/events.htm

York Peace Festival guarantees to be far from Peaceful!

York Peace Festival - Sun 4 Sept - 11am to 7pm at Rowntree Park

The mission is to raise awareness on world and local issues and to provide an event that can showcase and support local ethical businesses, community organisations, charities and traditional arts/crafts. 

The festival also creates a perfect platform for artists to show off their skills, for people to find inspiration, to get creative, get involved and take away something positive to apply in our everyday life.

This year’s festival will feature two live stages, workshops, dance performances, live art jamming, exhibitions, a Latin carnival, street theatre, cabaret area, food, vintage tea party and the opportunity to picnic!

There will be market stalls, a chill out area, arts area, children’s play and entertainment area and some good old fashioned games for all the family.

http://www.yorkpeacefestival.org.uk/

The Circus is coming to town

Wed 7 Sept to Sun 11 Sept on Knavesmire Road

Expect the unexpected when Planet Circus arrive with spectacular daredevil acts which include The Amazing Motorcycling Thunderball Riders and the Globe of Death - Four Men, Four Motorcycles, one Globe of Death and spectacular daredevil stunts performed right before your very eyes which also includes Europe's youngest stunt rider Peter Pavlov, aged just 11! There truly is something for everyone, Chico Rico direct from Billy Smarts Circus is Europe's prince of laughter, Chico, will have everyone joining in with his hysterical brand of comedy and fun. The Wheel of Death sees daredevil Honza, high in the roof of the big top, in a fantastic display of balance and skill 60 foot in the air and not forgetting Marco Polo - our crazy mexican highwire walking daredevil who's skill really has to be seen to be believed. All of this plus a sensational supporting cast of Magic, crazy trampoline wrestlers, jugglers, aerialists, all your favourite cartoon characters and much much more.

Brought to you by a young and dynamic family who themselves are third generation circus performers from one of the country's oldest established circus families, this is an exciting and adrenalin packed show which appeals to all the family. This is an animal free circus.  So dont miss this opportunity for you and the ones you love to forget the credit crunch and all your worries for a short time and do what you always dreamed of - run away with the circus for 2 hours of spectacular entertainment and pure FUN !!!!!

To book tel: 0756 3727206

Opening Times: WEEKDAYS - 5pm and 7.30pm

                             SATURDAY - 3pm and 7pm

                             SUNDAY - 1pm and 3pm

Prices vary from £5.99 - £12.50 

Merry times awaiting on the Knavesmire!

CAMRA Beer Festival - Thurs 15 Sept, 2pm to 11, Fri 16 and Sat 17 Sept 12noon to 11pm

Over 250 beers – with the focus on Yorkshire and local breweries; over 50 real ciders and perries and a fine selection of English wines plus foreign bottled and  draught beers will be on offer over the course of the Festival, served from 5 bars within the large Marquee.

Hot and cold food will be available from a variety of specialist caterers.

Live entertainment Friday and Saturday afternoon/evenings; CAMRA membership/publications, tombola/games and other merchandising stalls. Ample seating/tables inside and our.  Children welcome in the afternoons.www.yorkbeerfest.org.uk/2011

Take a memory walk?

Sun 25 Sept 10am to 5pm at Bustardthorpe Field, York Knavesmire

York flagship Memory Walk - Alzheimer's Society - Three walks to select from, a 1 mile fully accessible route, a 6 mile route around picturesque Bishopthorpe and a challenging 10 mile route.  There will also be a range of vintage themed activities, stalls, games and entertainment taking place on the Knavesmire throughout the day, and walkers are welcome to get into the vintage spirit by dressing up in clothes from their favourite period - whether it is the fabulous 40’s or swinging 60’s! In addition, the event will coincide with the annual rally organised by the York Historical Vehicle Group, who have kindly offered free admission to their Knavesmire exhibition for anyone who registers to take part in the Memory Walk. . 

www.memorywalk.org.uk/york

Jewellery making - Silver Clay

Mon 19 Sept 7pm to 9pm at Huntington School

Silver clay is silver that comes in a clay form, usually called 'precious metal clay'. This is a soft clay medium and can be easily manipulated into organic forms. You will learn by using a simple range of tools, objects and materials to shape and texture the silver clay. Ranging from stamps, cutters lace and leaves. You will also learn how to fire the clay to turn it into a solid piece of silver.

Cost £55/£45/£20

For more information or to book contact 01904 552806 www.yortime.org.uk/

Furniture design and restoration

Starts Mon 19 Sept, 7pm to 9pm over 10 weeks

York High School, Cornlands Road, Acomb

(This course is administered by West York Adult Education Centre. Tel: 01904 555530)

 

Learn woodworking skills to help you to repair, strengthen and make the frameworks you require before moving on to applying appropriate finishes, stains and polishes. Or bring a piece of antique or later furniture and learn how to strip, clean and repair it, or make the missing parts to bring it back to its former glory.

Costs:- £85/ £65/ £20 www.yortime.org.uk/