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There's never a dull moment in Richmond...

There’s always something to do and somewhere to go in Richmond. With the unique Georgian Theatre Royal plus the award-winning independent cinema at The Station, drama and cinema are well taken care of, and then there’s the sparkling events programme at the Green Howards Museum, as well as Richmond Castle and the Richmondshire Museum.

Right now, we are deep in the varied magnificence of the Swaledale Festival, with many events taking place in Richmond and across the Dales. 

It’s the second week of the festival, and there’s lots to enjoy, from Clare Teal's silken-voiced magic in Leyburn, to the world premiere in Aysgarth of new music inspired by the Dales and its rivers. Just before the premiere, composer Vivek Haria joins Festival patron Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason to discuss the new work and his creative process. 

The Festival closes with the infectious global folk collective Mishra + Deepa Shakthi.

We also celebrate local arts and artists, from a Richmond Chamber Orchestra collaboration to craftspeople rooted in the Dales.

Browse the full programme and book your tickets!

Monday 8 Jun, 2026 -

Every Wednesday

6pm-7pm

6:00 pm

Walking Rugby

Richmondshire Rugby Club

Walking Rugby

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Outdoor, Fitness & Wellbeing, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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Join a group of mostly over 50's who wanted to be involved in a team sport. Many of us used to play rugby and so we started walking rugby.

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Tuesday 9 Jun, 2026 - Tuesday 9 Jun 2026

Tuesdays 

1pm to 3pm

1:00 pm

Time Together Tuesday Cafe

Venue: Town Hall

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Clubs & Societies, Outdoor, Fitness & Wellbeing, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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A social group, offering lunch and good company, run by local volunteers, with support from Dementia Forward, Age UK and Carer Plus.

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Wednesday 10 Jun, 2026 - Wednesday 10 Jun 2026

Wednesdays

11.15am to 12.15pm

11:00 am

Seated and Social

Richmond Town Hall

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Outdoor, Fitness & Wellbeing, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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A gentle seated exercise class designed to improve strength, coordination and mobility.

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Saturday 27 Jun, 2026 -

Last Saturday of the month

5pm - 9pm

5:00 pm

Richmond Twilight Market

Richmond Market Place

Richmond Twilight Market

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Festivals, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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Browse the stalls, snap up some tasty food and enjoy the entertainment. 

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Sunday 11 Oct, 2026 -

11th October 2026

10.45am - 2.45pm

10:45 am

Furniture Upcycling Workshop

Bbinfinkle Interiors Artists Studio

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Art, Talks & Workshops, October

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An engaging and hands-on workshop - Learn the art of professional furniture preparation and painting.

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Thursday 15 Oct, 2026 -

15th October 2026

6.30-9.00pm

6:30 pm

Halloween Pumpkin Needle...

All Things Bright (26 Market Place)

Halloween Pumpkin Needle...

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Art, Talks & Workshops, October

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Get into the Halloween spirit by creating a beautiful felt pumpkin and learning the art of needle felting.

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Tuesday 20 Oct, 2026 -

20th October 2026

6.00-9.30pm

6:00 pm

Met Opera 26/27: Macbeth

The Station

Met Opera 26/27: Macbeth

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Music, Film & Theatre, October

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Two of opera’s most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi’s thrilling take on the immortal Shakespearean tale of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. 

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Thursday 22 Oct, 2026 -

22nd October

6.30-9pm

6:30 pm

Halloween Mouse Needle Felting...

All Things Bright (26 Market Place)

Halloween Mouse Needle Felting...

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Art, Talks & Workshops, October

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Spend a relaxed evening making an adorable, felted mouse, perfect as a Halloween decoration or a gift.

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Friday 23 Oct, 2026 - Friday 23 Oct 2026

Wednesday 23 October

8pm

8:00 pm

Daniel Foxx; How Lovely

The Georgian Theatre Royal

Daniel Foxx; How Lovely

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What's On, Music, Film & Theatre, Display in Sidebar, October

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Join comedian Daniel Foxx on his UK tour

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