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We leave some past events listed here to give you a flavour of what's on around the year. Jump down the list to forthcoming events only

 

Date/s:
16 July 2010 -
05 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Annual Summer Exhibition

Yorkshire Dales National Park Annual Summer Exhibition. A family exhibition with lots of activities for all ages, on the subject of Cultural Heritage and exploring the theme of treasured possesions. What do museums have in their collections? and what do you have as a treasured posession in your life?
The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
25 August 2010
Venue:
Reeth, Swaledale

Reeth Show

A traditional dales show in picturesque surroundings, Reeth Show in Swaledale, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, is a great day out for the whole family, with entertainments, trade stands and a chance to see some of the best livestock on display. A real treat for everyone, whether you live in the area or are here on holiday.

More info: www.reethshow.co.uk

Date/s:
25 August 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Discover & Do: Seed Detectives

14:00 - 16:00
Discover & Do: Seed Detectives
Discover, collect and learn all about the different types of seeds you can find in the Museum garden. Make your very own seed packets with instructions for sowing and take them away ready for next year's planting. Part of the Flowers of the Dales Festival. A fun and very practical activity session for 8 to 12 year olds.
Children £3, parents/carers free, booking advisable.

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
26 August 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Lunchtime Lecture - Birds of the Yorkshire Dales

12:30 - 13:30
One of a series of lunchtime lectures exploring the wildlife of the Yorkshire Dales.
Free with Museum entry ticket.

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk


More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
28 August 2010
Venue:
Leyburn

The Wensleydale Agricultural Show

A traditional dales show. Classes for cattle, sheep, heavy horses and ponies. Sheep dog trials, dressed walking sticks and vintage machinery. An impressive display of handicrafts, horticulture and homecrafts. Held annually on Saturday, August Bank Holiday weekend.

More info: www.wensleydaleshow.org.uk

Date/s:
01 September 2010
Venue:
Muker, Swaledale

Muker Show

One of Yorkshire's most traditional shows – Classes for Sheep, Sheep Dog Trials, Handicrafts, Horticulture, Fancy Dress. Stone Walling Demo, Muker Silver Band in attendance.
Date/s:
02 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Lunchtime talk

12:30 - 13:30
Introduction to the National Park
Lunchtime talk. Ranger Matt Neale describes the work of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority and how it keeps the National Park special.
Free event

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
04 September 2010
Venue:
Mossdale, near Hawes

The 94th Moorcock Show

Visitors will be able to watch the judging of sheep, as well has having the opportunity to do some judging themselves.
Children’s entertainment, craft specialists & an exhibition by local businesses & food producers.
There will also be an exhibition of local historical photographs, and the usual vintage tractor display. Refreshments will also be available. Starting at 12.00 noon at Mossdale, between Hawes and Sedbergh. Adults £4, children and car parking are free
Date/s:
05 September 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes

Demonstration Day

Demonstration Day: Special Guided Tours + demonstrations of water powered Victorian woodworking machinery.
Tours at 11am and 2.30pm (last approx. 2 hrs)
Adm. £10 adult, £5 child (including refreshments)
Booking advised: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
05 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Weaving Demonstration

11:00 - 16:00
Weaving Demonstration
Dilys McCaffrey demonstrates the traditional craft on her own loom.
Free event

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
07 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Drystone Walling Demonstration

14:00 - 16:00
Drystone Walling Demonstration
Free event


The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
07 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Spinning a Yarn

14:00 - 16:00
Spinning a Yarn
Friends of the museum will be spinning yarn in the museum foyer.
Queries on woolcrafts welcome
Free event

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
09 September 2010 -
07 October 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Exhibition of abstract paintings, collage and sculpture

“Connections – 3 artists whose lives and work connect them to Yorkshire”
An exhibition of abstract paintings, collage and sculpture
Free family workshops to tie in with National Campaign for Drawing “The Big Draw”
On 12, 23, 30 October

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm tel:01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
11 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Victorian Kitchen: All About Preserves

13:00 – 16:00
Victorian Kitchen: All About Preserves
A look at preserving techniques in the Victorian kitchen
Free with Museum entry ticket


The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
12 September 2010
Venue:
Hardraw Scar

Hardraw Scar Brass Band Festival

Hear the sound of Brass Bands playing within the sight of Hardraw Force at Britain's oldest regional contest! Provisional date. Starting 10am

More info: www.hardrawforce.com

Date/s:
13 September 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes.

An experimental workshop with Carol Tyler

13 September - 10am to 4pm
“Rust, Dust and Glue” with Carol Tyler, well known Wensleydale artist. An experimental workshop, working from a still life group of objects found around the Mill, using non traditional and unusual materials
10am to 4pm
Fee: £55 (includes light lunch and refreshments)
Booking essential: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
14 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Sheep to Scarf

14:00 - 17:00
Sheep to Scarf
All the processes from raw fleece – dyeing, carding, spinning and knitting techniques
Free event

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
17 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Friends of the Museum Event

Friends of the Museum Event
Helen Bainbridge, Curator of the Swaledale Folk Museum, will be giving a talk
“May Sinclaire, an Authoress’s View of the Dales” at 7.30pm


The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
18 September 2010
Venue:
Coleby Hall, Askrigg

Coffee Morning in aid of Low Mill

10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Coffee Morning on behalf of Low Mill Outdoor Centre
At Coleby Hall (a privately owned 17th Century gabled farmhouse near
Askrigg)
Entry, tea or coffee and biscuits £2.50
Cake stall, raffle etc.
Date/s:
26 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Pathfinder Advanced Course

10:30 - 16:30
Pathfinder Advanced
A full day’s navigation course, mainly outdoors, focusing on practicing and developing existing skills. A perfect follow-on from the Pathfinder Introduction and Pathfinder courses earlier in the year
Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult
£5, booking essential

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
26 September 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Rugmaking demonstration

10:00 - 17:00
Rugmaking.
Join rugmaker Heather Ritchie and ‘have a go’ at this traditional craft
Free event

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
03 October 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes

Demonstration Day

Demonstration Day: Special Guided Tours + demonstrations of water powered Victorian woodworking machinery.
Tours at 11am and 2.30pm (last approx. 2 hrs)
Adm. £10 adult, £5 child (including refreshments)
Booking advised: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
11 October 2010 -
31 October 2010
Venue:
Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes

Exhibition of abstract paintings, collage and sculpture

“Connections – 3 artists whose lives and work connect them to Yorkshire”
An exhibition of abstract paintings, collage and sculpture
Free family workshops to tie in with National Campaign for Drawing “The Big Draw”
On 12, 23, 30 October

The museum is open every day between 10am and 5pm
Contact us for more details of events or to book on 01969 666210
hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

More info: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Date/s:
07 November 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes

Demonstration Day

Demonstration Day: Special Guided Tours + demonstrations of water powered Victorian woodworking machinery.
Tours at 11am and 2.30pm (last approx. 2 hrs)
Adm. £10 adult, £5 child (including refreshments)
Booking advised: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
27 November 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes

Gayle Mill Christmas Fayre

Gayle Mill Christmas Fayre: Traditional wooden and seasonal crafts, games, puzzles and family activities. Wood turning demonstrations.
11am to 6pm
Admission £1.50 adult and 50p child (includes seasonal refreshments)
Further information: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
04 December 2010
Venue:
Hawes

Hawes Christmas Festival

Annual “Turning on" of the Christmas lights.
Children's Party in the Market House.
4.00pm: Community carol singing in the Market Place with the Hawes Prize Silver Band, led by Rev. Henry duBois.
4.30pm: Father Christmas arrives, Hawes Christmas lights switch on.
Date/s:
05 December 2010
Venue:
Gayle Mill, near Hawes

Demonstration Day

Demonstration Day: Special Guided Tours + demonstrations of water powered Victorian woodworking machinery.
Tours at 11am and 2.30pm (last approx. 2 hrs)
Adm. £10 adult, £5 child (including refreshments)
Booking advised: phone 01969 667320

More info: www.gaylemill.org.uk

Date/s:
25 June 2011
Venue:
Hawes

Hawes Gala

Annual Hawes Gala. Fancy Dress Parade through Hawes onto the Gala Field. Side shows, children's races, etc etc

More info: www.hawes-gala.co.uk

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