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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!

Wensleydale Whey: The Grate Cheese Quest
16 Friday 16 Oct, 2026 - ,

Friday 16 October

7.30pm

Friday

7:30 pm

Wensleydale Whey: The Grate Cheese Quest

The Georgian Theatre Royal

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It’s time to Brie-lieve in the power of cheese!

Mikron Theatre Company will transport you to the Yorkshire Dales, in a hilarious quest to revive a lost recipe!

The stakes are high: the Monks from the Abbey are desperately seeking a living soul to resurrect their traditional Wensleydale cheese. This charming tale promises a gouda time as it immerses you in a world of ghosts, grievances and glorious cheese.

We’ll delve into the rich history of cheese, from its humble beginnings to its place on the most sophisticated platters, featuring a cast of characters who are whey out there.
Expect a cheesy plot, a sprinkle of drama, and plenty of fromage-tastic musical numbers.

Join us for a slice of the action – it’s going to be a legen-dairy Mikron show.
 
Every performance has integrated audio description. Touch tours are available at every performance.

Tickets cost £18 and are available from the Box Office on 01748 825252 or online at: www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk

Friday 16 October

7.30pm

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