On the Yorkshire Life radar: events, openings and happenings across Yorkshire
WHAT LIES WITHIN
When all the fizz of the festive season has disappeared – how about getting some thrills on a spooky night of ghost-hunting at the eerie Shibden Hall in Halifax, where restless spirits and terrifying tales await within the historic halls? Experience a paranormal investigation as an expert team guides you through the halls, unearthing the hidden secrets and chilling encounters that lie within. Group vigils include table tipping, séance and ouija boards. Friday, January 19, 8pm-2am, £55.
CAPTURING A MOMENT
To mark the restoration of Malton’s Grade II* listed Wesley Centre, the Yorkshire market tow n’s schoolchildren have buried a time capsule. The transformed Methodist church will open in spring as a stateof-the-art community hub, featuring a 600-seat auditorium – the largest such space in Ryedale. Children of Malton, Norton and Ryedale created letters, drawings, and objects that encapsulate their thoughts, dreams, and hopes for the future. The objects will be preserved for 100 years, to be opened by Malton’s future children.
Happy days ahead
To mark the launch of Our Year – Wakefield District 2024, head to one of the 24 in 24 celebrations, which will see 24 events take place on one jam-packed day bringing communities together.
Taking place in every part of the Wakefield district on Saturday, January 13, 24 in 24 will be a taste of what’s to come throughout Our Year’s programme. Free events will span walks, exhibitions, and interactive workshops, with a special headline event taking place in Wakefield Cathedral.
Working with the National Coal Mining Museum, Ossett Brewery, Neon Workshops, Whitwood Golf Course and Idea to Adorn in Knottingley, the events include a broad range of activities for all interests and ages. They provide a chance for residents to try their hand at something new.
Events on offer include an art workshop with local artist Holly Greenwood at Pontefract Castle, an introduction to coffee roasting at Castleford Queens Mill, craft workshops at The Inscribery and an Open Learning Disability Rugby League session at Featherstone Rovers. There will also be tours and demonstrations at The Hepworth Wakefield and Grow Wakefield, as well as walks led by Horbury’s Walking Fit, a zumba class in Thornes and a tour of Sandal Castle.
Councillor Michelle Collins, cabinet member for culture, leisure and sport at Wakefield Council, says: ‘Ahead of our yearlong celebration of creativity, we’re getting the party started with not one but 24 exciting events, with something for everyone to enjoy. This is a celebration of everything Our Year is about, encompassing our spirit, heritage, art and people
