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. what’s on spring/summer 2020

This season’s art, music & children’s events in Knaresborough

Permanent - Art Maker Showcases and ExhibitionsOpen daily during centre opening times. Explore our unique window displays in each workshop as you walk around the centre. It’s a fantastic creative space which showcases the skills and achievements of our talented Art Makers. Textiles, ceramics, canvases, jewellery and more are available to buy, with all proceeds going to Henshaws to support people living with disabilities. We change our showcases with the seasons so there’s always something new to see.

REGULAR EVENTSDisco Fever 2nd Thursday of every month 6pm – 9pmDates:- Thu 13th Feb, Thu 12th Mar, Thu 9th Apr, Thu 14th May, Thu 11th June, Thu 9th JulyDinner and disco night for adults with learning disabilities. This event is open to any adults in the community with learning disabilities. It’s a highlight of our events calendar for many of our Art Makers who attend regularly to catch up with friends over a bit of a dance and some tasty food. A hot meal is included in the £6 ticket price, advanced tickets only. Drinks are available to buy from our fully licensed bar.Cost: £6 for dinner and disco from 6pm or £4 for disco only from 7pm. You can purchase your tickets at the centre behind the counter in the cafe or online at henshawsarts.org.uk Advance tickets only.

The Friday Night Mix Last Friday of every month 7:30 – 11:00pm Dates for Feb-July – Fri 28th Feb, 20th March, Fri 24th April, Fri 29th May, Fri 26th JuneLive music night showcasing some of the best local acts. Licensed bar. Cost: Free entry See website/facebook for details of each event. No need to book, just turn up on the night and have some fun.

Make and Take Craft Fairs Last Sunday of every month A fabulous way to spend a lazy Sunday, come buy from local crafters at our handmade marketplace and eat freshly prepared scrumptious food, cakes and drinks in our Café. Free entry. Craft activities from £2.

All details are correct at the time of printing but we reserve the right to amend the published programme if necessary.

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Sun 19th April, 12 noon – 3pm Easter Fun Day / Bunny Hunt – Craft Stalls Painting Pots presents The Great Knaresborough Bunny Hunt 2020 from the 4th-19th April. To bring the hunt to a close please join us on Sunday 19th April from 12-3pm for painting pots, craft stalls, face painting, musical and dance workshops, biscuit decorating and more! Please visit ‘The Great Knaresborough Bunny Hunt’ on Facebook for more info.

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Thu 14th May, 11am – 3pm Gourmet Call My Bluff A competitive wine tasting with a difference! This year our popular event will make its home at the beautiful Sun Pavilion in Harrogate’s Valley Gardens. Tickets are £180 per team of 4 and includes 6 wines, glass of fizz and nibbles.

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Sat 16th May, 12 noon – 5pm and 6pm – 11pm Henshaws Beer Fest Henshaws Beer Festival will take place on Saturday 16th May 2020 at Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre in Knaresborough. Local breweries are joining forces to create what promises to be a fantastic event! Henshaws offers a unique outdoor setting for the festival in the centre’s courtyard which has a large stage area and undercover spaces. The event will feature an enticing mix of beer, street food, family activities and music from acclaimed local artists throughout the day and into the night. All proceeds from the event will help Henshaws to support disabled people in the area.

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Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre, 50 Bond End, Knaresborough, HG5 9AL 01423 541888, henshawsarts.org.uk

Registered charity no. 221888

Sunday 2nd - Sunday 30th August 2020 Discover 4 weeks of family fun in Knaresborough. Open every day from 10am. Entry £2 (suggested donation).

Check our website in June for full details of all Henshaws Urban Beach events.

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Thu 25th June Henshaws Golf Day Join us for 18 holes at our annual charity Golf Day on the prestigious Rudding Park course. Teams will meet for networking and breakfast rolls before teeing off, with an informal BBQ and prize draw to end the day, with prizes for the Winning Team, Best Player, Longest Drive, Nearest Pin and Blind Chipping. £350 for a team of four.

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Sat 13th June, 12 noon – midnight Bed FestThe annual Knaresborough Bed Race after party. Live music from the best local acts and nationally acclaimed artists. Children’s activities throughout the afternoon. Licensed bars and food outlets open all day. Entry £5 (suggested donation).

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