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INTRODUCTION

THe passing of the Tour de Francethrough Craven on July 5-6 willundoubtedly be the highlight of thissummer for many of us. But whether you live life in lycra, are anoccasional rider or frankly not all thatbothered about cycling, Craven hassomething for everyone.

Tour legacy

The Tour de France has inspired arainbow of initiatives in our district. lePetit Départ on June 1st is a brand newannual cycling sportive that takes ridersalong much of the stage 1 route of theTour. Craven District Council hasdeveloped 20 new recreational, familyfriendly cycling routes with Free guidesand maps.* Communities are creatingtheir own legacies to the Tour, such asKettlewell’s Community Garden.

culTural evenTs

le Grand Départ has sparked culturalcelebrations in Craven as part of theyorkshire Festival 2014. They include theCarnival by Bike in Bentham on May 31stTour de Cinema film screenings, CheerSing workshops and the opportunity tobe part of a band that anyone can join inthe Tour of Infinite Possibilities.

Craven Museum& Gallery in Skipton’sTown Hall will host Bikes, legs, Action.This summer long exhibition helpsvisitors understand the ins and outs ofcycling. Take a close look at the helmetof 2012 Tour de France winner SirBradley Wiggins, or simply find out about

the best cycling friendly tearooms inCraven!

Craven businesses and communitiesalike have worked hard to ensure thatthis is the best summer ever for visitorsand residents. Please help us help you,by taking your litter home, leaving gatesand property as you find it, and stickingto designated routes. Have a greatCraven Summer of Cycling.

Kind regards,

Councillor Simon Myers, Lead Memberfor the Tour de France

* To download the free guides and maps, please go to:www.cravendc.gov.uk/cycleguides

Hello everyoneWelcome to Craven’s summer of cycling

CRAVEN SUMMER OF CYCLING - 2014 3

CouncillorSimon Myers


WHAT’S ON

MAY

SAt 31 MAY CARNIVAL bENthAM bY bIkE Carnival of live music, dance, streettheatre and a fun-filled bike ridethrough the town. See page: 6

JUNE

SUN 1 JUNELE PEtIt DEPARtBrand new annual cycling sportivethat follows much of the same routeas stage 1 of the Tour de France 2014.See page: 8

FRI 6 JUNE tOUR DE CINEMAThe Kid with the Bike (Age 12, 85 minutes) Deeply moving film by the Dardennebrothers. Winner of the Cannes GrandJury Prize and Golden Globenominee Glusburn Institute, 7 pmwww.festival.yorkshire.com/events/tour-de-cinema

SAt/SUN 7-9 JUNE SAt/SUN 14-15 JUNENORth YORkShIRE OPEN StUDIOS 24 artists in Craven open their doorsSee page: 12

FRI 13 JUNE – 20 SEPtEMbERbIkES, LEGS, ACtION!Craven Museum & Gallery, SkiptonAn exhibition all about the Tour de

France and cycling in the DalesSee page: 26

FRI 13 – SAt 28 JUNEGRASSINGtON FEStIVAL15 days of music and arts in theYorkshire Dales See page: 20

SAt 28 JUNE tRUE GRItPhotographic exhibition of the UpperWharfedale Fell Rescue Associationteam in actionKettlewell Village Hall, Kettlewell10.00am – 6.00pmwww.uwfra.org.uk

SAt 28 JUNE tOUR DE CINEMABelleville Rendez-Vous (Age 12, 79 min)Inventive French animated featurefrom comic-book artist Sylvain ChomeGlusburn Institute, 3 pmwww.festival.yorkshire.com/events/tour-de-cinema

JULY

FRI 4 JULY tOUR DE CINEMAThe Flying Scotsman (Age 15, 100 min) Based on the incredible life and careerof Scottish cyclist Graeme Obree

SAt 7 JUNEthE tOUR OF INFINItE POSSIbILItYJoin Hope and Social as they march around Yorkshire rehearsing for theirGrand Départ performance, Grassington, 2 pmwww.festival.yorkshire.com/events/the-tour-of-infinite-possibility

SuMMer evenTSIn CrAven


Glusburn Institute, 7 pmwww.festival.yorkshire.com/events/tour-de-cinema

FRI 4 JULY – SUN 6 JULYOPERAtION hOMEGUARDINGLEtON1940’s weekend of entertainmentand nostalgia packed with fun foreveryonewww.ingletonhomeguard.co.uk

SAt 5 JULY tOUR DE CINEMAA Day Out (PG 48 min) and Jour deFete (U, 77 min)Alan Bennett’s comedy about acycling club's day out and JacquesTati’s hilarious exposé of the modernobsession with speed and efficiencyGargrave Village Hall, West Street,Gargrave 7.30 pmwww.festival.yorkshire.com/events/tour-de-cinema

SAt 5 JULY - SUN 6 JULY tOUR DE FRANCE GRANDDÉPARt YORKSHIRE 2014

The world’s greatest cycling racecomes to CravenSee page: 14

SAt 12 - SUN 13 JULYCLOGFEStClog dancers gather to celebrate thetradition of English step dance inSkipton town centrewww.clogfest.org

SAt 26 JULY SkIPtON FAkE FEStIVALTributes to Muse, Coldplay, Kings ofLeon plus local bandsAireville Park, Skiptonwww.fakefestivals.co.uk

AUGUSt

th 7 AUG – SUN 10 AUGbEACONS FEStIVALFastest growing art and music festivalin the North Heslaker Farm, Skiptonwww.greetingsfrombeacons.com

SUN 9 AUGkEttLEwELL SCARECROw FEStIVALAdults and children’s trails around thisbeautiful Dales villagewww.kettlewellscarecrowfestival.co.uk

SAt 16 AUGGARGRAVE ShOwTraditional agricultural show in a

beautiful setting. Includes poultry,sheep, equine events, a cattle section, fell racing and a fun dog showwww.gargraveshow.org.uk

SAt 16 AUG – SUN 17 AUGARt IN thE PENOver 100 selected artists transformsheep and cow pens into minigalleriesSkipton Auction Mart, off GargraveRoad 10.00am – 4.00pmwww.artinthepen.org.uk

SAt 23 AUGbURNSALL FEASt SPORtSFell and road races, side shows, raffles, Punch and Judy, and much moreBurnsall 2.30 pmburnsallsports.co.uk

SAt 23 AUGMALhAM ShOwTraditional agricultural and familycountry show includes Trailquest, amountain bike orienteering eventwww.malhamdale.com

SEPtEMBER

SAt 27 SEPt – SUN 28 SEPtYARNDALECreative festival celebrating all thingswoolly and wonderfulSkipton Auction Mart, off GargraveRoad 10.00 am – 5.30pm (4.30 on Sun)www.yarndale.co.uk

SUN 28 SEPtthREE PEAkS CYCLO CROSSThe toughest and biggest cyclo-crossrace in the UKSee page: 22

FIND OUt MORE www.CRAVENEVENtS.ORG.Uk

Tour de Cinema, Belleville Rendez-Vous

Bentham’s Grand Départ celebration is a carnival of live music, dance, street theatre and a fun-filled bike ride


WHAT’S ON

BreAK out your favourite pants to join thefish and bloomers-inspired decoratedprocession on bike or on foot. look out forbizarre cars lining the streets, as villagersturn their fuel-guzzlers into temporary artworks for everyone to enjoy. And don’tforget to tip your cap at the unveiling ofthe Queens Bloomers, a new publicartwork described as sculpturalunderwear!

The official celebratory bike ride leavesBentham railway station at 11.45 onSaturday 31st May. Cycle to low Benthamto arrive in time to witness the unveiling ofthe Queens Bloomers at midday. If you areup for it, follow the fat sheep signs andfinish the 5 mile ride at the clubhouse onBentham Playing Fields. Arrive back inBentham for the start of the Carnivalprocession at 1.30pm.

CArnIvAl BenTHAM By BIKe

31 MAY 2014

yorkshire FesTival 2014 | headline evenT | www.FesTival.yorkshire.com


SADly today 97% of hay meadows in theuK have been lost, making them one of themost threatened habitats in europe.

local charity yorkshire Dales MillenniumTrust is working hard to conserve andrestore vibrant hay meadow habitats in andaround the yorkshire Dales.

you can make a big difference to thefuture of our meadows by dedicating aliving Bouquet as a gift for someonespecial.Find ouT more by calling 01524251002 or visiT www.ydmT.org

SAve our PreCIouS

MeADoWSWildflower hay meadows are an iconic part of theYorkshire Dales landscape, literally buzzing with

up 120 different species of wildlife per field.


WHAT’S ON

enJoy the challenge ofthe hills, the rewardingviews from the tops, andthe exhiliaratingdescents in this trulyspecial place of naturalbeauty, diversity andgrandeur.

Be a Tour de Francerider in le Petit Départ:Skipton’s new annualcycling sportive followsmuch of the same routeas Stage 1 of the Tour deFrance 2014.

Starting from Skipton,there are two fantastic routes tocater for all abilities.

The 78 mile route takes moreexperienced riders over threeclimbs and along six dales. The route leadsthrough Wharfedale over ‘Cote de Cray’ atKidstones, the first official climb of the 2014

Tour de France. Itcontinues along thestage 1 route, before

returning to Skipton viathe famous ribblehead

viaduct and throughscenic Settle andMalhamdale.

The 33 mile route isrelatively flat and

suitable for lessexperienced riders. It

follows the Grand Départroute up and back down

the magnificent upperWharfedale valley in the

heart of the yorkshire Dales.

le PeTIT DePArTSKIPTon’S AnnuAlCyClInG SPorTIve

*Kids go free | www.lepetitgranddepart.co.uk

don’T ForgeT: le PeTiT deParT will reTurn nexT year. so keeP on cycling!

DISTANCE ENTRY FEE REGISTRATION BETWEEN

Sportive ride 78 miles £35 8-9 am

Recreational ride 33 miles £15* 9-10 am

venue: SKIPTon AuCTIon MArT,off Gargrave road, Skipton, northyorkshire, BD23 1uDlimiTed enTries on The day

1 JUNE 2014

Experience the Yorkshire Dales like you have never done before


MUKER SHOW STARTS 10.00AM

Traditional Yorkshire ShowSheep, Children’s Games,

Fell Race, and more.Sec: Kathy Scott - 01748 886564

Wednesday3rd SeptemberMuker Village - Swaledale




What secrets do working spaces give awayabout their occupants? It’s time to find out…

WHAT’S ON

AS part of the north yorkshire openStudios, 24 artists, designers and makers inCraven are throwing open their studiodoors and inviting you in to watch, learn andbuy. Choose your own route across ourtowns, villages, hills and dales in search ofthe environments that have been attractingthe uK’s creative talent to live and work in.

With original works on show ranging from

cutting edge craft and design tocontemporary sculpture, paintings andceramics, there will be something to inspireeverybody. This annual event provides agreat opportunity to buy or commissionworks for you, your home or your garden,as well as to discover the rich seam ofculture that runs through our breathtakinglandscape.

norTH yorKSHIreoPen STuDIoS

7/8 JUNE AND 14/15 JUNE 2014

yorkshire FesTival 2014 | headline evenT | www.FesTival.yorkshire.com


● 1 SkIPtONtOwN CENtRESkipton hosts the Tourde France in style on 5July, with entertainment spreadacross two sites in addition to Skipton HighStreet: Canal Basin – a big screen, family friendlyactivities, catering and entertainment AND Town HallCar Park – a big screen, stage/entertainment andcatering. Film showings on the big screens in theevening. On 6 July, the celebrations carry on withmarket and entertainment. The Hub is organised byCraven District Council, Skipton Town Council andSkipton BID Ltd. Find out more: www.cravendc.gov.uk/letour

● 2 GRASSINGtON NAtIONAL PARk CENtREThe go to place for walks and local attractions,Grassington National Park Centre is just a short distanceoff the Tour de France route. The Yorkshire DalesNational Park Authorities are providing facilitiesincluding a big screen and viewing areas using localamenities and toilets as well as disabled facilities, alllocated close to the village centre.

● 3 kILNSEY CRAGThis large limestone cliff overlooks the Tour route andthe River Wharfe. Kilnsey Crag is over 50 metres high,with an overhang of more than 12 metres.

● 4 kEttLEwELLThe picture postcard Dales village of Kettlewell is set ina very steep, narrow part of Wharfedale. For years it was


WHAT’S ON

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5 - 6 JULY 2014

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STAGE 15 JULY 2014

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First time refersto caravan.Second timerefers to riders.ALL TIMESAPPROXIMATE

used in the opening titles of television soapEmmerdale.

● 5 kIDStONESJust after the picturesque village of Buckden liesKidstones pass. ‘Cote de Cray’ is the first King of theMountains climb of the Tour (category 4). It rises to 445metres, where breathtaking views await.

● 6 bOLtON bRIDGEStage 2 of the Tour de France passes through thehamlet of Bolton Bridge near the well-known BoltonAbbey, one of the jewels in the crown of the north ofEngland.

More race information onwww.letour.yorkshire.com


hrough craven

Kettlewell Bolton BridgeKIlnsey Crag


Getting thereroad closures

CAr drivers must keep in mind that manyroads will be closed for much of the day.north yorkshire County Council continuesto update its Grand Départ webpages withthe latest on the Tour de France roadclosures. There are maps and frequentlyasked questions for guidance. Go to:www.northyorks.gov.uk

Parking and camPing

Craven District Council has released a mapwith details of public and temporary carparks along the route. It also showspermanent and temporary camp sites.www.cravendc.gov.uk/tourdefrancemap

walking or cycling

Walking or cycling to a viewing point is anoption, as the route remains accessible topedestrians and cyclists until approximately30 minutes before the arrival of the Tour’spromotional caravan, approximately 2hours before the race. Spectators cycling tothe Skipton Spectator Hub are advised toleave their bike in the managed bicycleparking in Aireville Park.

Public TransPorT

Traveling by bus to the Tour de Franceroute through Craven is likely to bedifficult because of road closures. Trainswill be running as usual, so taking the trainmay be an option for those who want toenjoy the entertainment in Skipton.

• Bring plenty of food, drink and/or cash for top ups

• Check the weather forecast and bring suitable clothing – and even sunscreen!

• Follow instructions of stewards and local signage at all times

• Look out for the caravan, a fun parade of sponsor vehicles that precedes the race.Most give out goodies, such as sweets, hats and key chains

• Look out for helicopters to get an idea of where the riders are. As the helicopters getcloser, you’ll know the cyclists are getting closer too

• Cheer on the riders, but don’t get in the way

• Respect the countryside code: please take home your litter, leave gates and propertyas you find it, stick to designated routes, and do not climb or sit on drystone walls

ToP TIPS Forle WeeKenD

Craven will be busy, so set off with plenty of time and be prepared for a long wait at the roadside

Celebrate in style

WHAT’S ON

5/6 JULY 2014


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WHAT’S ON

For the last two weeks of June each year,Grassington comes alive in a myriad ofcolours and creativity as artists, bands, artenthusiasts and local people collaborate toentertain and inspire with unusual andunique live performances, from music,dance and street theatre to workshops,talks, walks and creative challenges. Someof the acts present their own takes on theTour:

le grand voyage

FrIDAy, 13 June, 2014TIMe: 6.30PM -10.30PM PerForMAnCeSevery 15 MIn.venue: oCTAGon THeATre, 1 Moor lAne, BD23 5lBFree evenT

Harrogate Theatre and Il Pixel rosso arecreating an exceptional andunforgettable theatrical experience thatputs participants into the heart of theTour de France like no other.

bike sTory

SunDAy 22 June, 2014 TIMe: 4.30PM venue: yDnPA CAr PArK BD23 5lBFree evenT

A Grand Départ road trip thatexplores our long-term love affairwith the bicycle. Bike Story is an

outdoor performance that brings to life theups and downs of getting about on twowheels.

liPPy logic rides again!

WeDneSDAy 25 June, 2014TIMe: 8.00PMvenue: MeTHoDIST CHurCH, CHAPel STreeT, BD23 5BeTICKeT PrICe: £7/£5

laugh-out loud comedy and touchingdrama. look out for a hilarious brush withthe Tour de France, the story of a womanscorned and poignant family memories,topped up with the duo’s engagingpersonalities and wicked sense of humour.

For more information and to book tickets:www.grassington-festival.org.uk

GrASSInGTonFeSTIvAl15 days of music and arts in the Yorkshire Dales

13 - 28 JUNE 2014


WHAT’S ON

CyClInG In CrAvenCraven and the Yorkshire Dales offer some of the best cycling in the UK, ranging

from quiet lanes along stunning valley bottoms to demanding climbs andexhilarating descents between the various Dales.

Free cyle guides

Craven District Council has developed 20 new routesfor novice cyclists, family rides or rusty cyclists. FREEguides are available for each route, include maps anddirections, local attractions, bike shops, cafe's andmuch more. Download your guide fromwww.cravendc.gov.uk/cycleguides

Free skyrides

Guided Sunday morning bikerides around Craven8 JUNE Skipton’s 5 Wood Tour22 JUNE The Lothersdale Loop 13 JULY Skipton’s 5 Wood Tour20 JULY The Lothersdale Loop27 JULY The Lothersdale LoopALL RIDES START AT 10.00 AM. More information:www.goskyride.com

cyclosPorTives

Skipton and the Yorkshire Daleshosts some of the greatestsportives in the UK, including:

• 3RD SUNDAY IN MAY:Etape Du Dales Sportive,Threshfield, nr Grassington- 112 miles • 1ST SUNDAY INJUNE: Le PetitDepart, Skipton– 33 or 78 miles• 3RD SUNDAY

IN JUNE: Yorkshire Weaver sportive, Skipton - 56 or90 miles. • 2ND SUNDAY IN SEPTEMBER: Evans King of thePennines, Skipton - 50 or 100 miles

cyclocross

3 PEAKS CYCLOCROSS RACE is the toughest andbiggest cyclo-cross event in the UK. It starts andfinishes in Helwith Bridge, just north of Settle andgoes clockwise over Ingleborough, Whernside andPen-y-Ghent. Last Sunday in September; race entriesopen on 1st of June and the 600 places sell outquickly. www.3peakscyclocross.org.ukRAPHA SUPERCROSS series hosts the first of its threeevents at Broughton Hall, Skipton on Sat 19thOctober. There is something for everyone at this funfilled day from serious racing to Belgium Beer andCow Bells! www.rapha.cc.

long disTance cycling rouTes Through craven

• YORKSHIRE DALES CYCLE WAY: 130 mile circularroute.• PENNINE BRIDLEWAY: 200 miles from MiddletonTop Derbyshire to Street near Ravenstonedale inCumbria.• WAY OF THE ROSES: 170 miles from Morecambe

to Bridlington.• PENNINE CYCLEWAY: 350 miles from Derby toBerwick on Tweed.

www.cravendc.gov.uk/cyclingincraven



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WHAT’S ON

craven museum & gallery

Family friendly museum with impressivedisplays of social history, archaeology,costume and art, features exciting summerexhibitions.Town Hall, High Street, SkiptonMon, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat: 10.00am –4.00pm. Free Admissionwww.cravenmuseum.org

BikeS, LegS, ACTion!13 June – 20 September 2014Facts and figures about the Tour de France.Find out about tactics and nutrition as well asthe most cycle-friendly tearooms in Craven!Take a close look at Bradley Wiggins’ helmetand Team Sky rapha equipment.

Tour Trophy13 -14 June 2014For two days only, the Tour de France trophygoes on display in Skipton.

ShAkeSpeAre reTurnS To SkipTon From 15 July 2014Skipton’s Shakespeare First Folio is animportant and rare compilation of 36Shakespeare plays, published in 1623. oneof just five First Folios on permanent displayin the world.

skiPTon casTle

over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one ofthe most complete and best preserved

medieval castles in england. explore everycorner of this impressive history-rich castle,which withstood a three-year siege duringthe Civil War. High Street, Skiptonopen daily from 10am (Sunday from 12noon) last admission: 6pm Adults: £7.30; Children (5-17): £4.50;Children under 5: free; over 60s andstudents: £6.50www.skiptoncastle.co.uk

The Folly, seTTle

The Folly is a striking and impressive 17thcentury house. it is home to the Museum ofnorth Craven Life.Chapel Street, SettleTue: 10.30am – 4.30pm; Thu – Sun / Bankholidays: 12.30pm – 4.30pmAdults: £2.70; Concessions: £2.20;under-16 : freewww. http://www.ncbpt.org.uk/folly

MAke iT SLoW15 April - 29 June 2014: Take a break fromthe fast-paced world of le Tour and beinspired by six of the uK's leading craftmakers.

WAr BeCkonS1 July - 2nd november: Discover how thepeople of north Craven prepared for war in1914.

grassingTon museum

This independent museum tells the story oflife in upper Wharfedale through the ages.The Square, GrassingtonTue – Sun: 2.00pm – 4.00pmFree Admissionwww.grassingtonfolkmuseum.org.uk

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