Bigger Sky Ride for York on 13th September
The York Council has announced that on Sunday 13 September 2015 Sky Ride York will take to the city’s historic streets in partnership with British Cycling.
Due to the size and scale of the event there will be a number of temporary traffic and transport changes to ensure the safety of everyone taking part.
To view the 2015 Sky Ride York route go to www.goskyride.com/Yorkskyride
The Route
The traffic free route has been extended for 2015 to allow residents and visitors to see more of York whilst taking in some of the city’s most historic landmarks such as Clifford’s Tower and The Minster.
The 7km route starts at Clifford’s Tower and will see cyclists head up Castlegate and Coppergate before joining onto Pavement and passing York’s most famous street, The Shambles.
Riders will then turn left onto Colliergate and briefly see King’s Square before turning right onto St Andrewgate. They will then head onto Aldwark, Goodramgate, and Deansgate when York Minster will come into view. Riders will then head across the Minster Piazza and onto Duncombe Place before passing over Lendal Bridge onto Leeman Road.
The route will then see cyclists turn right past Memorial Gardens and along Wellington Row, Skeldergate and Terry Avenue where they will follow the Ouse until Rowntree Park.
Cyclists will then head along Butcher Terrace and turn left onto Bishopthorpe Road before turning left on the cycle path to bring them back down to the river and over Millennium Bridge. They will then follow the riverside cycle path back to Clifford’s Tower.
Traffic and Travel
The Sky Ride York route will be closed to all traffic from 10.30am until approximately 5pm, or as soon as possible after the event has finished to ensure the safety of everyone taking part. The inner ring road will be closed at Lendal Bridge for general traffic for the duration of the ride.
Residents and visitors are urged to make use of the city’s extensive Park&Ride network on the day, particularly by using the Park&Pedal facilities at any of York’s six Park&Ride sites.
Bus travel
Bus routes will be altered to ensure that access into and out of the city centre is maintained, whilst avoiding those roads closed as part of the route. Revised timetables will be put into place to ensure the smooth running of bus services. Residents and visitors are being encouraged to check their travel plans in advance and allow extra time for their journeys on the day. A complete list of bus route diversions will be available to download from: http://www.itravelyork.info/events/sky-ride-york-2015
Car Parks
Castle car park will continue to be open on the day, however there will be reduced capacity to allow for one of the Sky Ride ‘activation zones’ featuring activities for residents and visitors to enjoy. A traffic management stop/go process will be in place here to assist the smooth flow of traffic. Esplanande car park will also be open and will have a traffic management stop/go system in place. St George’s Field car park will be open but will have a reduced amount of spaces during the day.
Rowntree Park car park will be closed on both Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September due to the Festival of Cycling taking place, as in previous years. For safety reasons there will be no access to parking inside the route.
For more information on Sky Ride York, or to register for the ride visit www.goskyride.com/York
Uncover the truth about Richard III
Date: Sat 22 Aug
Time: 5.00pm
Venue: York Explore
Cost: £8.00
Dr John Ashdown-Hill from the University of Leicester’s Richard III project will be discussing ‘The Mythology of Richard III’, including some of the more modern myths which have arisen since his remains were uncovered in 2012.
Date: Sun 23 Aug
Time: 2.00pm
Venue: York Explore
Cost: £6.00
We bring the story closer to home with Dr Sarah Rees Jones’ lecture ‘Richard III, the York House Books and the York Mystery Plays.’ Drawing on research in the archives held by Explore, she will examine the connections between Richard III and Yorkshire.
Both events are open to all.
For further information and to buy tickets please speak to a member of staff in any Explore Library or see the Events section of the Inspire website (www.feelinginspired.co.uk).
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Crazy cartoons at the beanbag cinema
Date: Thur 20 Aug
Time: 5.15pm – 6.30pm
Venue: New Earswick Library
Cost: £2 per child, £5 per family of 3
Come and share a whole load of “vintage” cartoons with your friends, children and maybe even grandchildren.
Will we show the cartoons you used to laugh out loud at?
Did they have the staying power to be funny to other generations?
Will you have to explain them?
Did Tom and Jerry ever speak?
Why was the Red Barron chasing a pigeon in a bi plane?
Will we answer any of these questions? Who knows, but for £2 per child and £3 per family of 3 plus you can come and see.
Cartoons start at 5.15pm and will finish about 6.30pm with a 15 minute intermission (remember those?) for popcorn and juice.
Suitable for ages 5 to 12 , and beyond. Book at any York Library, and particularly at New Earswick , 01904 552629 or email : newearswick@exploreyork.org.uk
Explore York Libraries in association with Cinema@
JORVIK medieval festival
Date: Wed 19 Aug – Mon 31 Aug
Time: Various
Venue: Across York and Yorkshire
Cost: Vary per event
JORVIK Medieval Festival is a celebration of Yorkshire’s rich medieval heritage, with a series of special events on offer throughout the summer, there is something for everyone.
Organised by The JORVIK Group, creators of the famous JORVIK Viking Festival, The JORVIK Medieval Festival offers visitors a wide range of events and activities for all the family to enjoy.
Try your hand as an eagle-eyed archer, discover mighty birds of prey with falconry demonstrations, see brave knights battle in thrilling re-enactments and spend the day in some of Yorkshire’s most idyllic settings.
With an exciting programme of events and activities on offer; from interesting talks and lectures on subjects from battle wounds inflicted in the Middle Ages, to the re-discovery of Richard III, to family-friendly including ‘Medieval Merriment’ at the atmospheric Knaresbourgh Castle and the historic Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, as well as our themed ‘Little Diggers’ sessions at DIG you are sure to find something to keep you entertained this August.
Discover all the events on offer at www.jorvikmedievalfestival.com.
Church Explorers!
We’ve also teamed up with over 20 churches across Yorkshire for our ‘Church Explorers!’ programme, where you and your family are invited to discover the hidden medieval histories of some of God’s Own County’s most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings. With each church organising their own special event, with crafting opportunities, guided tours and local refreshments you are sure to have a unique experience at each venue.
Explore the Churches Involved (http://www.jorvikmedievalfestival.com/about/churchexplorers/)
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Exciting opportunities for police volunteers
North Yorkshire Police is looking for volunteers for a number of exciting opportunities across the county.
Police Support Volunteers are much valued members of the policing family who give up their free time to help the police keep North Yorkshire one of the safest places in the country.
They carry out various roles from ensuring our vehicles are equipped and ready for the road, to quality checking our interaction with victims of crime.
North Yorkshire Police has a strong history of volunteering with many committed people who go the extra mile to help the police protect the communities of North Yorkshire.
The force are looking for community-spirited people who have a few hours to spare each week and can assist them with a number of roles including vehicle checkers in York, drivers in the Thirsk area, a volunteer manager in the Scarborough area and a number of county-wide opportunities for people to carry out feedback surveys with victims of crime.
As part of the policing family, you will join a team of like-minded people who are committed to helping their local community as well as making new friends and getting an insight into the work of your local police service.
North Yorkshire Police’s Chief Officer for Citizens in Policing, Mike Maiden, who is also a volunteer, said: “Being a volunteer can be extremely rewarding and by joining the police service you will have a unique experience of volunteering.
“You will be supporting your local police force, and in turn, help members of the public who are often at their most vulnerable. Your support will allow officers and staff to concentrate on their priorities of providing a service to victims, preventing and detecting crime and bring offenders to justice.
“You will also get to meet some great people and be part of a committed team of people who provide significant benefits to the police service.”
Julia Mulligan, Police and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire, added: “This is a great way for people to support the work of the police and help in making people feel safe and be safe. Volunteers do a fantastic job and are an important part of the policing family. If you have some time and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.”
Details of the role opportunities:
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Three villages circular walk
Date; Tue 18 Aug
Time: 10.20am
Venue: Hallcroft Lane bus stop, Copmanthorpe
Cost: Free
Join in and enjoy a led walk through Bilbrough, Askham Richard and Askham Bryan. You will be taking in a Roman road and surprising views of the Pennines along the way.
Length 7 miles.
Allow 3-3.5 hours.
Suggested bus travel: Coastliner 843.
Depart: York Rail Station at 9.49am
Arrive: Copmanthorpe 10.05am
Depart: Copmanthorpe 3.31pm
Arrive: York Rail Station 3.53pm
Additional information:
Simply turn up on the day and bring a packed lunch. Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Please check bus times prior to departure and arrive 15 minutes before the walk start time.
Route incorporates stiles and uneven ground which may not be considered to be wheelchair and pushchair friendly.
Contact information:
Gillian Chefrad, Active Living Officer, Sport and Active Leisure, City of York Council, West Offices,Station Rise, YORK, YO1 6GA
T: 01904 553377
E: gillian.chefrad@york.gov.uk
W: www.york.gov.uk/healthwalks / www.itravelyork.info/walking
York Minster auction – own some history!
Date: Fri 14 Aug
Time: 12.30pm
Venue: York Minster – Dean’s Park
Cost: From rock bottom, the sky’s the limit
Your chance to own a piece of York Minster as stone, timber and special fabric from the cathedral’s Great East Window goes under the hammer this summer. Visitors can bid on up to 100 lots of stone which have been removed from the Minster during restoration works, while at the same time supporting ongoing conservation works at the cathedral.
For the first time this year, bidders will also have the chance to buy a special fabric copy of a stained-glass panel from the screen which covered the Great East Window, which was put in place after all 311 pieces of the 600-year-old glass were removed for conservation and restoration in 2008. The digitally printed screen is a near life-sized replica of the Great East Window and ten pieces, each showing a complete panel from the window, will be auctioned on the day.
In addition, the auction will include a selection of parts of the 14th century oak ribs and bosses from the vaulted roof of the South Transept, which was destroyed by fire more than 30 years ago in 1984.
A brochure will be available at the auction with brief descriptions of the items on sale. A certificate of authenticity will be available with each item purchased.
Purchased stones will need to be removed from the site by 4:30pm on 14 August. (Removal/carriage can be privately arranged with ‘One man, one Van’ who will be on site on the auction day.)
Ideas: Richard Lees
Date: Thur 13 Aug
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Venue: Explore York Library
Cost: A donation of £2 per person to Explore is suggested
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Richard Lees was born and brought up in Bath. After graduating in Chemistry from the University of York Richard made the bold decision to move to India and form a charity. In the five years since making that decision, Richard has founded and established the Goa Anglican Centre, a charity that works as a small team with a very practical faith and desire to bring relief to those most in need in Goa, India. Richard has also founded Volunteering Goa Ltd, a UK based company that organises volunteering placements in orphanages in Goa, and Prutha, a Goa based website promoting positive change across the state. Bookings can be made via Eventbrite: For further information regarding the venue please contact York Library on 01904 552828 or on email at york@exploreyork.org.uk , https://www.exploreyork.org.uk/client/en_GB/default/?rm=WHAT%27S+ON0|||1|||1|||true |