Special Events 2008

Kiplin Hall reserves the right to alter opening times and events. Please telephone before making a long journey.

Mon 11 and Tues 12 February, 6 & 8 pm

Torchlight Ghost Tours – Learn about Kiplin Hall’s ghostly inhabitants! Adult £8, Child £5 (6+ and not TOO sensitive!) including refreshments, maximum 25 per tour, booking essential. Bring a torch!

Sun 17 and Sun 24 February, 2 – 4 pm

Snowdrop-In – Take a stroll through snowdrops and aconites; gather ideas for next winter and spring with an illustrated talk by Garden Historian, Val Hepworth and enjoy hot chocolate and other refreshments. Also plants for sale. Adult £6, Concession/Friend/Volunteer £5, Child free.

Thurs 28 Feb,
7.30 pm

Victorian Life in Victorian Painting – Illustrated talk by art historian, Sandra Pollard. Admission £7, Friends/Volunteers £6, including refreshments. Booking essential.

Sun 9 March
3 pm

Songs from the Shows – Brighten up a winter afternoon with some favourite songs, presented by Richmond Operatic Society (a fund-raising event organised by the Friends of Kiplin Hall). Admission £8, Concession/ Friend/Volunteer £7, including afternoon tea. Booking essential

Friday to Monday
21 – 24 March,
2 – 5 pm

Easter Eggsperience for families in the Hall and grounds. Treasure hunt, colouring activities and more! Come in your Easter hat; bring a hard-boiled egg to decorate – judging of hats and eggs daily at 4 pm.

The North Yorkshire Vintage Machinery Society will display items from their collections on Easter Sunday 2 – 5pm.

Normal entry: Adult £4.80, Concession £3.80, Child £2.80, Family (2 + 3) £14.00. No booking required.

Friday 11 April
10 am – 4 pm

Watercolour and Pastel Workshops
Led by Ripon artist Heather Dormer (NDD, ATD), an experienced teacher who offers guidance at all levels in both media. She will also demonstrate techniques to illustrate the vibrancy of using pastels. Please bring your own materials if you have them (**materials provided, if not – but please let us know when you book**), and a packed lunch. Tea/coffee provided.
Minimum 10 and Maximum 20 participants. Booking essential. £25 per person

Thursday 24 April 7.30pm

The Last Pennymans of Ormesby – Illustrated talk by Richmond author, Mark Whyman, explores the links between the Talbot family of Kiplin and the Pennymans of Ormesby Hall and their love of the stage. Admission £7, Friends/Volunteers £6, including refreshments. Booking essential

Sunday 11 May
3 – 4.30 pm

MG & Classic Car Rally – Spring Rally of the Yorkshire Dales MG Owners Club and friends. Adult £1, Child 50p. Normal admission charges to Hall: Adult £4.80, Concession £3.80, Child £2.80, Family (2 + 3) £14

Sunday 18 May
1 – 5 pm

Plant & Book Fair in the Walled Garden - run by the Friends of Kiplin Hall. Also cakes, jams and produce stall. Adult £1, Child free. All donations of plants, books and produce welcomed

Sunday 1 June
2 – 5 pm

Dog Show with a Difference – Herriot Happenings Week family event in the Walled Garden. Fun competitions for pets and owners, plus Phoenix Paws with their dancing dogs and agility lessons. Entry: Adult £2.50, Child £1. 2 new tricks for your dog £1. Normal admission charges to the Hall. More ...

Sunday 15 June
2 – 5 pm

Meet the Calverts – Enjoy an afternoon with the people who built Kiplin Hall in the 1620s. 17th century sweet treats and usual selection of homemade cakes served in the Tea Room. Normal admission charges to Hall – Adult £4.80, Concession £3.80, Child £2.80, Family (2 + 3) £14. Friends/Volunteers free. More ...

Friday 27 & Saturday 28 June
7.30 pm (picnics from 6.30 pm)

The Prisoner of Zenda – two open-air performances by acclaimed local company, North Country Theatre, of their adaptation of Anthony Hope’s Victorian adventure novel.

Tickets: Adult £14; Concession £12; Child £8. Tickets in advance – save £2 per ticket. More info ...

Friday 11 July
10 am – 4 pm

Watercolour and Pastel Workshops
Led by Ripon artist Heather Dormer (NDD, ATD), an experienced teacher who offers guidance at all levels in both media. She will also demonstrate techniques to illustrate the vibrancy of using pastels. Please bring your own materials if you have them (**materials provided, if not – but please let us know when you book**), and a packed lunch. Tea/coffee provided.
Minimum 10 and Maximum 20 participants. Booking essential. £25 per person. More info ...

Sunday 13 July
2 – 5 pm

Scottish Dancing by the Northallerton Caledonian Society - performing in the gardens near the Hall. No charge – feel free to watch

Thursday 24 July 7.30 pm (picnics from 6.30 pm)

Much Ado About Nothing – All male cast, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, present Shakespeare outdoors. Tickets: Adult £13; Conc. £11; Child £7.50. More info ...

Thursday 7 August
11 am – 4 pm

Pirates Ahoy! – Treasure trail, swash-buckling stories, make a pirate hat and other activities. Dress up and join the crew for the day! Activities in the gardens and Hall (all indoors if wet). Adults & Children £3 each. Drop in any time – no booking required. Children must be accompanied by an adult

* TBC * Sunday 24 August, 2 – 5 pm

Birds of Prey and Archery - Meet Harris hawks, owls and other furry friends of Fitzalan Hawks & Ferrets and have a go with the Company of Scorton Archers [prices TBC]. No booking required. Normal admission charges to Hall: Adult £4.50, Conc. £3.50, Child £2.50

Friday 17 October
7.30 pm

The Fabulous Fifties – An evening of period entertainment presented by the History Wardrobe. A fund raising event by the Friends of Kiplin Hall. Adult £12, Concession/Friend £10 including refreshments. Booking essential

Tues 28 October
11 am – 4 pm

Halloween Happenings at the Haunted Hall – a Halloween Family Activities Day in the Hall. Adults & Children only £3 each. Dress up and drop in any time – no booking required!

Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October
6 and 8 pm

Torchlight Ghost Tours – learn about Kiplin Hall’s ghostly inhabitants! Adult £8, Child £5 (6+ and not TOO sensitive!) including refreshments. Maximum 25 per tour, booking essential. Bring a torch!

Friday 21 & Friday 28 November
10 am – 4 pm

Festive Wreaths and Garlands Workshops
Each workshop will include a talk and demonstration on making these attractive Christmas decorations, followed by your own productions. Led by Caroline Harvey, formerly of the Constance Spry Flower School. Please bring aprons, scissors, note book, pen and packed lunch, and, if possible, a small amount of plant material. Tea/coffee provided. Book early – very popular sell-out last year!
Minimum 10 and Maximum 20 participants. Booking essential. £25 per person

Fri and Sat 5 – 6 December
11 am – 7 pm
Sun 7 December
11 am – 4 pm

Deck the Hall – Enjoy period Christmas trees and decorations throughout the Hall, courtesy of local groups and the Friends and volunteers of Kiplin Hall. Long Gallery decorative theme for children and Christmas activities. Plus Exhibition by Local Artists – originals and prints for sale. Normal admission prices: Adult £4.80, Concession £3.80, Child £2.80

Friday 5 December
7.30 pm

Regency Christmas - The History Wardrobe invites you to step back in time for a merry evening in the Age of Elegance. Adult £14, Conc./Friend/Volunteer £13, including viewing of Hall until 7 pm and seasonal refreshments. Booking essential

Saturday 6 December
7.30 pm

Victorian Musical Evening with the magical Harp Singers, including viewing of Hall until 7 pm and seasonal refreshments. Ticket £9, Friend/Volunteer £8, Child £5. Booking essential