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WAGS – Women around Grassington

Cathy Parry — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 10:02:55 +0000

The WAGS was set up several years ago by two women who attended The Congregational Church in Grassington. The idea was to set up a group that was very informal with no membership fee or committee, for women in and around the village to meet up once a month, (usually the second Tuesday).

Over the years the group has grown from strength to strength. Women from all walks of life and of varying ages have made new friends, gained knowledge for different speakers, enjoyed lunches together and generally had a good time. Get togethers happen both during the day and the evening. Examples of events that took place during 2013 are: Lunch at The Retreat and The Grassington House Hotel, a visit from a chocolate maker, a visit to the local bowling club, a make-up demonstration just to name a few. Evening events usually include wine, nibbles and a lot of laughter.

Walking Group in Grassington

A spin off from the group is a weekly Thursday morning walking group. This again is a very relaxed group, which people dip in and out of as they are able. The walks vary in length to suit those attending on the day. So it might be a walk around the village or perhaps involve getting a bus to Kettlewell and walking back to Grassington. The group is really about fun and friendship. So whether you live in the village or are a visitor you would always be welcome. There is a WI (Womens Institute) in Grassington for those who enjoy a more formal arrangement. This usually meets on the first Wednesday in the month in the town hall.

There really is something for everyone in Grassington.

By Cathy Parry

Cathy Parry is the owner of two holiday cottages set alongside the picturesque River Wharfe. You can view them on her website www.riversidegrassington.co.uk and connect via Facebook www.facebook.com/RiversideGrassington.

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Dining out in Grassington

Cathy Parry — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:07:13 +0000

An evening in Grassington and wondering where to dine?

Grassington village in the Yorkshire Dales may not be very big but there are many options to choose from if you want to eat out during the evening. There really is something for everyone with the village being home to several excellent pubs and restaurants.

The Devonshire Hotel is comfortable with excellent food, which can be eaten in the restaurant or bar. The landlord offers a friendly welcome and fine ales. As well as the extensive a la carte menu there are separate steak and fish nights. An early bird menu is also available and a kids choice.

The Black Horse Hotel. The landlord offers a range of fine ales and meals can be eaten in the bar or for a more relaxed dining experience in the restaurant. Fresh local produce is used in the wide variety of traditional English fayre as well as a selection of vegetarian and fish dishes to delight your taste buds.

The Foresters Arms. A good selection of traditional ales and meals served in the bar or restaurant area. This is a lively establishment, which has a welcoming atmosphere. As well as a varied a la carte menu and daily specials board the chef also offers pizzas to eat in or take away.

The Grassington Hotel is a little bit of luxury in the centre of the village. Call in for a drink or eat in the restaurant. The chef uses fresh local produce twinned with international speciality ingredients when preparing dishes for the mouth watering menu.

Rozi’s Tandoori House may be small but what fantastic food it offers. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the chef prepares very good meals at very reasonable prices. Not only a restaurant, (bring your own alcoholic drinks) but also a take away.

Only a short walk away are; The Old Hall at Threshfield or The Fountain at Linton and a little further afield is the well-known Angel at Hetton.

Come to Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales and be spoiled for choice or just be spoiled!!

By Cathy Parry

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Things to do in Grassington, Yorkshire Dales

admin — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:39:21 +0000

Wondering what to do when you visit Grassington? Well of course there are the wonderful walks by the river but that’s just the beginning. Enjoy fishing, horse riding, climbing, canoeing, cycling and running. The scenery is stunning, which adds to the activity you choose. But what about the village and what it can offer you on a day to day and evening to evening basis. The wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants mean you don’t need to leave the village. There are:

ladies and gents fashion shops for all ages and tastes
a dress agency, which also specialises in hiring evening wear, prom dresses and hats
outdoor shops stocking a wide range of walking, camping, cycling and running gear
delightful book shops
traditional sweet shops
newsagent which also sell lottery tickets
an array of linen and gift shops selling an imaginative selection of gifts
an off licence selling a comprehensive range of beverages
a mini supermarket
a delicious deli, which sells amongst other delights fantastic sandwiches
a bakery with breads and naughty but very nice cakes and confectionary
a local butcher selling prime cuts, including locally sourced meats
a hardware shop selling everything you might need from pets foods to oven gloves
florists to treat yourself and those you love
a very friendly post office with a wide selection of greetings cards and gifts as well as a free cash machine
a range of friendly and welcoming churches
cafes to suit everyone’s tastes and pockets
pubs with fine ales and wines
restaurants serving wonderful food ranging from traditional English meals to the more exotic, as well as one providing cookery courses
a library and information centre
a bank with free cash machine
a garage and petrol station in nearby Threshfield
leisure facilities including gym and pool 1 mile away at Long Ashes
This is all on your doorstep as well as:
a doctors
dentists
fire station
ambulance station
post depot
schools and pre-schools
Of course these are just the basics. There a myriad of social events you can be involved in including:
weekly pub quiz nights
meetings of different societies….too many to mention both during the day and evenings
groups for children and young people
movie nights in the town hall
productions starring the Grassington Players
annual pantomime
Grassington festival
Dickensian weekends

You can do as much or as little as you want. It’s all here……..just enjoy.

By Cathy Parry

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Grassington Festival 14th-29th June 2013

admin — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:07:20 +0000

Grassington Festival – 15 days of Music and Arts in the Yorkshire Dales

Grassington Festival is a fortnight of exciting events for all the family. It has now been running for 33 years and in that time has provided some outstanding entertainment from high class artists.

Previous artist have included Billy Ocean and Alan Davis. This year they include Jules Holland and Jack Dee. But this isn’t just about bringing performers to Grassington but also about showcasing some of the exceptional local talent, for instance last year Skipton Girls’ High School Chamber Choir and Bradford Grammar School Concert Band entertained crowds. The unique combination of performances, live music and visual arts means no one will leave our beautiful village disappointed.

Every year during the last two weeks of June, Grassington is a cultural haven, which not only provides concerts and a range of performances including, dance, music, street theater and workshops but also walks, talks and creative challenges. Events take place in the large marquee, town hall, local pubs, churches and streets. This year (2013) the two weeks are themed around the weather with an opening parade of umbrellas and the town hall transformed into a feast of weather. The festival team listen to audiences and in response this year are providing a classical tour with a rich and varied program of classical music as well as the wonderful Black Dyke Brass Band. The local community takes great pride in being involved and endeavors to give everyone a chance to learn something new, enjoy something familiar and be actively involved in a fantastic fortnight. There is something for everyone and to suit every pocket. Don’t miss out on a sensational two weeks of entertainment in one of the most beautiful parts of the country.

By Cathy Parry

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