Irish Dance Workshops Helmsley Arts Centre 18th September 2011

For all of you who are interested in dancing I just wanted to let you know about the Irish Dance Workshops with Katrina Flynn that are taking place at Helmsley Arts Centre on Sunday 18th September 2011.

3.00pm - 4.00pm for 7- 12 year olds
4.00pm - 5.00pm for 12 years and upwards including adults

"Katrina is a very experienced ex-professional dancer trained in Russian ballet and Jazz. She has toured and worked all over the world. In 1999 she started the 'Shannon Irish Dancers', which developed so successfully they soon took part in international dance festivals, winning numerous first places. Over the last five years she has conducted workshops in Ireland, France, Prague and , of course, the UK. The jigs and reels will be performed live by Tiefrung Gleeman - a popular local band of 7 players who rehearse regularly in Terrington."

Entry £2 up to 12yrs & £3 for 13yrs to adult

To book contact Jean Kershaw 01439 771109

Why not book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm Holiday Cottages and enjoy the Irish Dance Workshops as part of a weekend away, Helmsley Arts Centre is just 13 minutes from Valley View Farm.

If you would like to book a short break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

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Harrogate Antiques Fair 30th September 4th October 2011

For those who like to browse antique fairs then I just wanted to let you know about The Harrogate Antiques Fair which will take place from Friday 30th September - Tuesday 4th October at Harrogate International Centre.

We are about a 50 minute drive from the Harrogate, so why not combine a trip to the Harrogate Antiques Fair with a break away here in the beautiful North York Moors.

If you would like to book a break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

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Cottage Availability From 23rd September 2011

Here is the cottage availability from 23rd September 2011:

From 23rd September 2011

Couch Cottage 3 nights from 23rd September 2011 £237.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 23rd September 2011 £571.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 23rd September 2011 £632.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 23rd September 2011 £668.

Form Cottage 7 nights from 23rd September 2011 £395.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 23rd September 2011 £395.

There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!

If you would like to book a break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221 .

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Scarborough Jazz Festival 23rd - 25th September 2011

I just wanted to let you know that the Scarborough Jazz Festival will take place on 23rd - 25th September 2011. Here is a run down of the artists playing at the event.

Friday 23rd September
Evening Session

7:00pm
Hadouk Trio

8:45pm
Liz Fletcher sings 'Liz'

10:30pm
Orchestre National de Jazz : 'Shut Up and Dance'

Saturday 24th September
Afternoon Session

12:30pm
Kate Williams Quartet featuring Gareth Lockrane

2:15pm
Mark Nightingale Quintet

4:00pm
Gilad Atzmon and the Orient House Ensemble

Evening Session

7:00pm
National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)

8:45pm
Mina Agossi Trio

10:30pm
The David Rees-Williams Trio


Sunday 25th September
Afternoon Session

12:30pm
Matt Anderson's 'Songs of the Ridings'

2:15pm
Andreas Varady Quartet

4:00pm
Christine Tobin Quartet

Evening Session

7:00pm
Tommy Evans Orchestra : 'The Green Seagull'

8:45pm
Alan Barnes and William Ellis 'On Stage'

Why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm cottages.

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English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In October 2011

I just wanted to let you know what events are taking place in Yorkshire at English Heritage sites in October 2011.

• Sat 15 - Sun 16 Oct Pickering Castle Wartime Drill Training & Tactics 11am – 4pm Free
• Sat 22 – Sun 30 Oct Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Ghosts & Ghouls 11am – 4pm £6.00/ £5.40/ £3.60/ £15.60. EH Members free. £1 extra admission per child (non member and EH member)
• Fri 28 - Sat 29 Oct Conisbrough Castle Tales of Fear from the Castle 6.30pm, 8pm & 9.30pm, In advance: £9/ £8/ £7. In advance EH Members £8/ £7 / £6
• Fri 28 - Sat 29 Oct Whitby Abbey Gothic Ghost Tours 5.30pm, 7pm, 8.30pm & 10pm In advance £10.00/ £9.00/ £8.00. EH Members in advance £8.50/ £7.50/ £6.50

As you can see there are lots of things to see and do in October at English Heritage sites in Yorkshire, so why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm cottages.

If you would like to book a break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

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Cottage Availability From 16th September 2011

Here is the cottage availability from 16th September 2011:

From 16th September 2011

Couch Cottage 7 nights from 16th September 2011 £395.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 16th September 2011 £571.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 16th September 2011 £632.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 16th September 2011 £668.

Form Cottage 3 nights from 16th September 2011 £237.

There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!

If you would like to book a break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221 .

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Helmsley Folk Weekend 30th September - 2nd October 2011

Just wanted to let you know that the Helmsley Folk Weekend will be from the 30th September - 2nd October 2011.

With the following artists performing, it's sure to be an unmissable weekend:

• John Tams and Barry Coope,
  
• Craobh Rua,
  
• Steve Tilston,
  
• Jez Lowe
• Debbie McClatchy,
  
• Robin Garside,
• Kate Bramley,
  
• Simon Haworth,
• Anna Shannon,
  
• Steve Gardham,
• David Swann,
  
• Hissyfit,
• Grace Smith &Beth Chamberlain,
  
• Ampleforth Ceilidh Band,
• Andy McLaughlin & Dan Hands and
  
• A Giants Cause
• and many more wonderful Yorkshire artists
  

Bring your instruments and voices, dancing shoes and join in the music fun of the spectacular Helmsley Folk Weekend 2011!

Why not book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm Holiday Cottages and enjoy the Folk Music Weekend as Helmlsey is just 5 miles from Valley View Farm.

If you would like to book a short break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

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