Sedbergh Events Calendar

"One Big Weekend" is a collection of charity fundraising events from 3rd to 5th July 2009 catering for all ages. Funds raised will go towards the Derian House Children's Hospice, local children's charities and the Sedbergh senior and junior football clubs.

Events for all the family, including Tug 0' War.

"One Big Weekend" is a collection of charity fundraising events from 3rd to 5th July 2009 catering for all ages. Funds raised will go towards the Derian House Children's Hospice, local children's charities and the Sedbergh senior and junior football clubs.

"One Big Weekend" is a collection of charity fundraising events from 3rd to 5th July 2009 catering for all ages. Funds raised will go towards the Derian House Children's Hospice, local children's charities and the Sedbergh senior and junior football clubs.

A chance to visit two sacred places that are abundantly rich in wildflowers and wildlife. An insight into how these grounds are managed,

Bring a picnic lunch.

"One Big Weekend" is a collection of charity fundraising events from 3rd to 5th July 2009 catering for all ages. Funds raised will go towards the Derian House Children's Hospice, local children's charities and the Sedbergh senior and junior football clubs.

This 10 mile road run, with over £900 in prizes and sponsored by Able Memorials, starts and finishes at the People's Hall Playing Field. The route is one of the most challenging and scenic road races in England, taking in parts of the Lune Valley then up into the beautiful Howgills where the hilly single track road will test the best of road runners.

There will be free food and after race refreshments for all competitors.

Car parking for participents will be allocated in the town on the day

"One Big Weekend" is a collection of charity fundraising events from 3rd to 5th July 2009 catering for all ages. Funds raised will go towards the Derian House Children's Hospice, local children's charities and the Sedbergh senior and junior football clubs.

Come and hear these two fabulous bands with almost 100 musicians performing in Sedbergh including the Zrece town band from our twin town in Slovenia.

With an address from His Excellency Iztok Jarc, Slovenian Ambassador to the UK.

Tickets available from Sedbergh Tourist Information Centre or at the door.

Caroline Morris will introduce us to some of the interesting features in this attractive village. A cup of tea at the Black Swan afterwards.

A weekend event with Darja Mihelj from Slovenia who came with Odmev, the Slovene men's quartet from Zrece, three years ago. This will provide a chance to learn Slovene phrases and pronunciation for beginners, as well as grammar, vocabulalry and the tricky slovene endings for those who have some experience of the language. Also included will be a chance to learn how to make some Slovenian cakes and Slovenian culture and enjoy a Slovenian meal.

A weekend event with Darja Mihelj from Slovenia who came with Odmev, the Slovene men's quartet from Zrece, three years ago. This will provide a chance to learn Slovene phrases and pronunciation for beginners, as well as grammar, vocabulalry and the tricky slovene endings for those who have some experience of the language. Also included will be a chance to learn how to make some Slovenian cakes and Slovenian culture and enjoy a Slovenian meal.

A weekend event with Darja Mihelj from Slovenia who came with Odmev, the Slovene men's quartet from Zrece, three years ago. This will provide a chance to learn Slovene phrases and pronunciation for beginners, as well as grammar, vocabulalry and the tricky slovene endings for those who have some experience of the language. Also included will be a chance to learn how to make some Slovenian cakes and Slovenian culture and enjoy a Slovenian meal.

Harmony Singing workshops at the Hardraw Gathering at The Green Dragon, Hardraw, near Hawes (http://www.greendragonhardraw.co.uk/) with singing by the famous Hardraw Waterfall. Singing walks through the hayfields - and also beside Hardraw waterfall and other local places of interest including the Hawes countryside museum. No previous experience of singing is necessary as all songs are taught by ear without needing written music. The songs reflect life in the Dales and include rounds and longer songs in 2, 3 and 4 part harmony. Arrive after 5pm Friday.

Singing workshops over the weekend cost £5 each. Accommodation and meals can be provided for those who would like to spend a weekend at this wonderful small festival. £69 for the weekend which includes two nights hostel accommodation, all meals and refreshments, and singing workshops. (£49 each if coming with a group of singers.) Booking in advance essential. Concerts at the festival must be booked separately with the Green Dragon.

Liftshares can be arranged, including lifts from Oxenholme station (west coast mainline) and Garsdale Station (Settle Carlise line) - (about 1 1/2 hours and 30 minutes by bicycle.) Bus timetables can also be provided.

Harmony Singing workshops at the Hardraw Gathering at The Green Dragon, Hardraw, near Hawes (http://www.greendragonhardraw.co.uk/) with singing by the famous Hardraw Waterfall. Singing walks through the hayfields - and also beside Hardraw waterfall and other local places of interest including the Hawes countryside museum. No previous experience of singing is necessary as all songs are taught by ear without needing written music. The songs reflect life in the Dales and include rounds and longer songs in 2, 3 and 4 part harmony. Arrive after 5pm Friday.

Singing workshops over the weekend cost £5 each. Accommodation and meals can be provided for those who would like to spend a weekend at this wonderful small festival. £69 for the weekend which includes two nights hostel accommodation, all meals and refreshments, and singing workshops. (£49 each if coming with a group of singers.) Booking in advance essential. Concerts at the festival must be booked separately with the Green Dragon.

Liftshares can be arranged, including lifts from Oxenholme station (west coast mainline) and Garsdale Station (Settle Carlise line) - (about 1 1/2 hours and 30 minutes by bicycle.) Bus timetables can also be provided.

Harmony Singing workshops at the Hardraw Gathering at The Green Dragon, Hardraw, near Hawes (http://www.greendragonhardraw.co.uk/) with singing by the famous Hardraw Waterfall. Singing walks through the hayfields - and also beside Hardraw waterfall and other local places of interest including the Hawes countryside museum. No previous experience of singing is necessary as all songs are taught by ear without needing written music. The songs reflect life in the Dales and include rounds and longer songs in 2, 3 and 4 part harmony. Arrive after 5pm Friday.

Singing workshops over the weekend cost £5 each. Accommodation and meals can be provided for those who would like to spend a weekend at this wonderful small festival. £69 for the weekend which includes two nights hostel accommodation, all meals and refreshments, and singing workshops. (£49 each if coming with a group of singers.) Booking in advance essential. Concerts at the festival must be booked separately with the Green Dragon.

Liftshares can be arranged, including lifts from Oxenholme station (west coast mainline) and Garsdale Station (Settle Carlise line) - (about 1 1/2 hours and 30 minutes by bicycle.) Bus timetables can also be provided.

A residential rugby course for boys aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

A residential hockey goalkeeping course for girls and boys aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

A residential hockey course for girls and boys aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

Sedbergh's Producers' Market aims to give locals and visitors alike a large choice of locally produced, quality products which include both food and craft items

A residential rugby course for boys aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

A residential hockey course for girls aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

A residential hockey course for girls and boys aged 11 to 16.

What's included?

• Top level coaching, by coaches of international experience
• Outstanding medical provision including pitchside physiotherapist throughout
• Full evening programme incorporating DVD analysis of games, nutrition, psychology and aiming to become an elite player
• Courses fully inclusive of all meals, tuition and evening activities
• Free Sedbergh Sports Academy ball to take home
• High quality specialist Sedbergh Sports Academy clothing available
• Nutritionally balanced menus
• Safe, secure rural environment
• Free transport from Oxenholme Station on the west coast main line

Details and a downloadable booking form are available from the School website using the link below.

The annual charter market is held every year to celebrate the granting of a market charter to the town by Henry V111. This year is particularly significant since it marks the 500th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. There will be a variety of stalls, children's amusements, street entertainers and musicians.

Sedbergh's Producers' Market aims to give locals and visitors alike a large choice of locally produced, quality products which include both food and craft items.

Pond dipping for families. Myles Ripley takes us on an adventure to the watery wonderlands of the Sedbergh School conservation areas.

The Moorcock Show is one of the leading sheep shows in the Yorkshire Dales, and attracts farmers and breeders from the surrounding dales. Visitors will be able to watch the judging of various classes and breeds of sheep as well has having the opportunity to do some judging themselves.

In addition visitors will be able to join in with children's sports and entertainment, including a vintage tractor competion. Following their success in previous years, there will be a number of craft stalls and an exhibition of both children's and adults arts and crafts.

Refreshments will also be available.

Enjoy a Cumbrian, mostly acoustic,down-to-earth, family friendly music lovin' shindigeroony wiyh Spanish guests "Aguita Freska" in the grounds of the Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale.

Headlining the Friday night will be the tremendous and hugely popular folk-rock and ceilidh band Striding Edge. Other acts include the original, hugely energetic blues of Matt Woosey & The Strange Rain, the gorgeous songs of Fiona Clayton, stunning guitar of Paddy Rogan, traditional and original gems from Rob Heron, psychadelic folk-blues from Paul Harrison, Gwen Hechle's passionate songwriting, the Northern Reggae Generator giving it ire vibrations, the Wierdstring Band with wierdness and, er, strings, young performers from Bluejam and many more to be announced.

Additional attractions around the site include Astral Circus, Fireshow, Stalls, Food, Beer Tent, Storytelling, Drumming Workshops and more...

Tickets are available from the Black Swan Hotel, Packhorse Stores Kirkby Stephen, Mad Monks Music Kendal and online from the Mostlyacoustic website below.

Enjoy a Cumbrian, mostly acoustic,down-to-earth, family friendly music lovin' shindigeroony wiyh Spanish guests "Aguita Freska" in the grounds of the Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale.

Headlining the Friday night will be the tremendous and hugely popular folk-rock and ceilidh band Striding Edge. Other acts include the original, hugely energetic blues of Matt Woosey & The Strange Rain, the gorgeous songs of Fiona Clayton, stunning guitar of Paddy Rogan, traditional and original gems from Rob Heron, psychadelic folk-blues from Paul Harrison, Gwen Hechle's passionate songwriting, the Northern Reggae Generator giving it ire vibrations, the Wierdstring Band with wierdness and, er, strings, young performers from Bluejam and many more to be announced.

Additional attractions around the site include Astral Circus, Fireshow, Stalls, Food, Beer Tent, Storytelling, Drumming Workshops and more...

Tickets are available from the Black Swan Hotel, Packhorse Stores Kirkby Stephen, Mad Monks Music Kendal and online from the Mostlyacoustic website below.

This year?s Festival of Books and Drama and Festival Fringe will be themed for travel and adventure, the festival will offer a mix of the latest book releases, original drama, famous authors and celebrates literary achievement by local people of all ages.

We have a an exciting range of events lined up for this year's festival. Further information will be available here when all the details have been finalised. In the meantime you might like to sign up to our mailing list now and we'll send you further news about Sedbergh and it's Festivals as it becomes available.

After a speedy Annual General Meeting, Jackie Foott brings us up to date on the work of Northern Red Squirrels, helping reds stand up for themselves. Reds, reserves and royalty!

Sedbergh's Producers' Market aims to give locals and visitors alike a large choice of locally produced, quality products which include both food and craft items.