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Swaledale Festival puts Richmond in the spotlight

The Swaledale Festival returns from Saturday 23 May to Saturday 6 June 2026, with Richmond once again hosting an inspiring programme of music, art and storytelling in some of its most atmospheric venues.

Mar 24 , 2026

Visiting Richmond with a wheelchair?

Richmond has hills, cobbles, and - for wheelchair users - a few challenges. But we're here to help!

Mar 18 , 2026

Artisan Market returns - Sunday 22 March

You know it must be Spring, when the Artisan Market returns to Richmond's huge, cobbled Market Place. There'll be food, drink, crafts and gifts of all kinds among the dozens of colourful stalls. No mass-produced goods whatsoever;...

Mar 18 , 2026

Piatti String Quartet, Sat 21 March

The ever-popular quartet returns again to Richmond, with an enthralling programme of classical works. Just the thing for a blustery March evening!

Mar 14 , 2026

Samba Beat with Ovinos

Fancy joining a community based Brazilian samba band , playing a variety of drums and percussion? Ovinos Samba are based in Richmond and as a community band they play for fun at local events and festivals and raise money for Yorkshire Air...

Mar 6 , 2026

March – May 'Richmond What's On' is now out

Our popular printed survey of activities, events, exhibitions, shows and guided walks is now out. You can pick up a copy, free, at Richmond Information Centre, in the Market Hall, or in any one of dozens of outlets around town. Or if you're...

Mar 2 , 2026

Town of Culture debate in the Commons

How refreshing to see harmonious cross-party debate in the House of Commons this week, when the topic of Richmond’s bid to become the first Town of Culture was discussed.

Feb 27 , 2026

Tours re-start at the Georgian Theatre Royal for the 2026 Season

Step back in time as behind-the-scenes tours of Richmond’s historic theatre return this February.

Feb 17 , 2026

Rainy Half-Term Hols? Don't Despair

It never rains in Yorkshire, of course. But just in case it does and you're kicking your heels at home or in a B&B, or your children are driving you mad, Richmond's wonderful Station Cinema is here to save the day.

Feb 14 , 2026

Richmond Castle, cause for celebration

It's not just Valentine's Day: at Richmond Castle, Saturday 14 February marks the end of the winter schedule!

Feb 13 , 2026

Richmond Primary School Children benefit from the success of the Coast to Coast Passport

Profits from the Coast to Coast Passport are helping Richmond schoolchildren enjoy outdoor learning, with new wellies and waterproofs donated to local schools.

Feb 4 , 2026

Richmond - UK's first 'Town of Culture'?

Richmond is bidding to be recognised as the first ever UK Town of Culture. And why not? For a town of about 8,000 people, Richmond packs an astonishing amount of theatre, music, sport, festivals, museums, heritage and arts events into its...

Feb 1 , 2026