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Events in and around the Yorkshire Dales in 2011

6th February 11am & 2.30pm

Gayle Mill Demonstration Day venue: Gayle Mill, near Hawes - Special Guided Tours & demonstrations of water powered Victorian woodworking machinery. Admission £10 for adults, £5 for children (including refreshments).

Booking advised 01969 667320, more info www.gaylemill.org.uk.

18th February at 7.30pm

Lecture - "Mapping the Dales" venue: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes - Keith Sweetmore from the Public Record Office at Northallerton will be giving a lecture to the Friends of the Museum on "Mapping the Dales" Non members are welcome to come along, admission £1.

Contact the museum on 01969 666210 email:hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk, Open every day 10am – 5pm. www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

22nd February (afternoon)

Spinning Demonstration venue: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes - Friends of the Museum will be spinning in the museum foyer. They can talk about many aspects of wool craft and could help you with queries or textile projects you may be working on.

Contact the museum on 01969 666210 email:hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk, Open every day 10am – 5pm. www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

2nd March

North Country Theatre’s production of "Egil Skallagrimson Keeps His Head" venue: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes - There are a few tickets left for North Country Theatre's production of "Egil Skallagrimson Keeps His Head". Wednesday 2nd March, 7.30 pm. Tickets are £8.50 or under 16s £5.

More Info: tel:01969 666210, hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk

25th June

Hawes Gala venue: Hawes - 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

27th August

The Wensleydale Agricultural Show venue: Leyburn - 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

31st August

Reeth Show venue: Reeth, Swaledale - 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

3rd September

The 95th Moorcock Show venue: Mossdale, near Hawes - 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 and an exhibition by local businesses and 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.

7th September

Muker Show venue: Muker, Swaledale - 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.

9th - 11th September

Black Sheep Brewery Boots and Beer Walking Festival venue: Hawes, Aysgarth and Askrigg - What could be better than a weekend of fantastic beer, great walks, beautiful countryside and excellent entertainment? The 10th annual Black Sheep Boots and Beer Walking Festival is set to be the most exciting yet!

With a jam packed weekend planned to suit all levels of walkers, the 10th Festival is definitely not an event to be missed!

More Info: www.blacksheepbootsandbeer.co.uk

11th September

Hardraw Scar Brass Band Festival venue: Hardraw Scar - 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

3rd December

Hawes Christmas Festival venue: Hawes - 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. Janet Park. 4.30pm: Father Christmas arrives, Hawes Christmas lights switch on.