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  1. Settle News and Updates

    SETTLE-KWEZANA LINK Pupils at Kwezana have been in contact to explain how they incorporated Ms Mveni’s recent visit to Settle into their own school trip by accompanying her to the airport and seeing her off on her visit. For many of them it was the first time they had even been to an airport and […]

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  2. Settle News for Visitors and Locals – Oct 12th

    CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARDS A multi-charity Christmas card shop is now open in Settle Tourist Information Centre and will be selling cards through to 22nd December. Thee are cards from over 25 charities in a wide range of styles. SETTLE-KWEZANA LINK Ms Mveni, one of the teachers at Kwezana School, returned home to South Africa on […]

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  3. Settle Stories Reviews

    SETTLE STORYTELLING FESTIVAL 10-12 OCTOBER LAUNCH Passengers arriving at Settle from both Leeds and Carlisle trains on Friday could have been forgiven for thinking that they’d stepped into some kind of alien world when they found the platform filled with children and enthusiastic adults – some in distinctive green sparkling headgear and in their midst […]

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  4. News – October 5th 2014

    FERAL: TORTOISE IN A NUTSHELL THEATRE COMPANY RICHARD WHITELEY THEATRE: 2/10/14 From the outset “Feral” is a production unlike any other and is an assault on the senses as you are drawn into the story which unfolds before you. A mixture of puppetry and animation it is unique in that the actual mechanics of how […]

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  5. Settle Events – October 4th

      1. 3-5 Oct Ingleton Folk Festival http://www.ingletonfolk.co.uk/ 2. Sat 4 Oct: “Let’s talk about us” Personal Development Talk at Victoria  Hall, 3. Sat 4 Oct 2-6pm 10th Anni. Celeb of Friends Meeting House Extension 4. 10-12 Oct – Settle Stories: lots of events – for a FULL LIST see the end of this email […]

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  6. Settle Stories Interview

    Settle; Small town, big story. 9/24/2014 0 Comments An interview with Settle Stories founder, Sita Brand By Marianne Tuckman I’ve never done a phone interview before. I’ll admit some challenges arose. The volume setting on my battered Nokia is stuck just below audible and when this combined with the loud cries of the kids outside […]

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  7. News in Settle 29th September

    POETRY READING Local poet, John Garth Raubenheimer, is once again offering his services to local groups as an entertainer. In his new entertainment entitled ” A poetry reading between two songs” he will share both new and older work chiefly from his book “The Voyage from Me to You”.  John provides his services to raise […]

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  8. Local Jobs – Domestic Support

    Domestic Support ( 2 posts x 20 hours, contracted) Limestone View, Settle Limestone View is a stylish new extra care housing development in the market town of Settle. We currently have vacancies within the staff team for Domestic Support staff to provide cleaning and shopping support.  We would love to hear from you if …. […]

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  9. Latest Settle News – September 21st

    SETTLE COLLEGE OPEN DAY The college will be holding its annual open day today, September 25th. This provides an opportunity for prospective students and their families to find out more about the ethos of the college and to see the college functioning. The daytime sessions will run from 9-10.45am and from 11.30-12.15. The evening session […]

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  10. Settle Events Round up from Judith

    1.  MESSY CHURCH (SETTLE)  (today Sun 21 Sep 3.30pm) for families and individuals who like family activities: Crafts, Celebration and hot meal. Theme this month: “Our Community” – including a visit by Settle Deputy Mayor, David Taylor. St John’s Church Hall BD24 9JH    All welcome www.ctisad.org.uk 2. THE THREE PEAKS PROJECT BY STEVE HASTIE […]

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  11. News and Updates for Settle and District

    RACE NIGHT Settle Amateur Operatic Society are holding a race night on 19 September at Langcliffe Institute. This will stat at 7.30pm and admission is £5, accompanied children £2.50. Admission is by ticket only and these can be obtained via 01729 822364/822959 before noon on Friday 19th.  A pie and pea supper will be served […]

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  12. Local Care Jobs

    Housing & Care 21 are a national leader in providing innovative, affordable housing for older people. Our new extra care development in Settle will offer state of the art facilities with care and support provided by a staff team who are passionate about person centred support, maintaining choice and dignity and providing the highest quality customer service […]

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  13. Settle and District News – September 7th

    SETTLE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE At the September meeting award winning Andy Swinscoe gave a fascinating talk on Artisan Cheesemaking which included the history of cheesemaking since Viking times, his own experiences in the business, and tastings of mouth-watering cheeses. He was thanked by Joy Calvert. The Walking Group will meet in the Market Square on 25 […]

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  14. Local Business Pop up

    More details here : http://www.northcravennetworking.co.uk/event/pop-business-cafe-settle/ via York, North Yorkshire & East Riding Local Enterprise Partnership : A 1-Day-Only Pop-Up Business Advice Cafe is coming to Settle, and will be at the Victoria Hall on Kirkgate. We have teamed up with North Craven Networking and our friends in the local business community, to bring a bit […]

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  15. Local Settle News September 1st

    POETRY READING Local poet, John Garth Raubenheimer, is once again offering his services to local groups as an entertainer. In his new entertainment entitled ” A poetry reading between two songs” he will share both new and older work chiefly from his book “The Voyage from Me to You”.  John provides his services to raise […]

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  16. Settle Local News 24th August

    TOT LORD TRAIL The final Tot Lord Trail of the summer will take place this evening, August 28, between 6.30pm – 8.15pm. This local history walk  meets outside the Tourist Information Centre and follows in the footsteps of Tot Lord, a boy soldier in World War 1 who went on to become a prominent citizen […]

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  17. News and events for people who live in and visit Settle

    TOT LORD TRAIL The Tot Lord trail will take place every Thursday in August – next walk this evening, August 21 – between 6.30pm – 8.15pm. This local history walk  meets outside the Tourist Information Centre and follows in the footsteps of Tot Lord, a boy soldier in World War 1 who went on to […]

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  18. Northern Chamber Orchestra at Victoria Hall Settle

    The Northern Chamber Orchestra presents a fantastic concert of Baroque Greats & Romantic Masters at Settle Victoria Hall on Friday 3 October Fresh from its summer success at Buxton Festival, the Northern Chamber Orchestra is preparing for its first concert of the autumn season – at Settle Victoria Hall on Friday, 3 October, 7.30pm.  Featuring […]

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  19. More Local News from Judith

    Events this week include * Children’s Holiday Club, * Messy Church on Aug 17, * A guided walk (Wed pm) to see wildflowers at Long Preston Deeps * A talk about the Wild flowers of the Settle area: Thurs eve. (given by me) If you don’t live in Settle do visit Settle this August and […]

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  20. Settle Local News 11th August 2014

    U3A The group are holding their enrollment session on 14 August at 10.30am at Victoria Hall. There will be a chance to chat over coffee and catch up with friends and to find out about the activities on offer for the new term. FLOWERPOT TRAIL Flowerpot trail and quiz sheets are still available from outlets […]

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  21. Guys and Dolls

    Calling All of Settle’s ‘Guys and Dolls’- S.A.O.S. has some Dates for your Diary. 135 years old this year!  All of us at  Settle Amateur Operatic Society want you to join in the celebrations by coming to see ‘Guys and Dolls’ in October. Starting on the 27th there will be a performance each night, finishing […]

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  22. Local Settle News and Events

    POETRY READING Local poet, John Garth Raubenheimer, is once again offering his services to local groups as an entertainer. In his new entertainment entitled ” A poetry reading between two songs” he will share both new and older work chiefly from his book “The Voyage from Me to You”.  John provides his services to raise […]

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  23. Legendary Andy Kershaw in Settle

    “The finest British broadcaster bar none.” – Stephen Fry After a break of ten years, Andy Kershaw’s live deejaying again and hugely enjoying it, from festivals to village halls, clubs and arts centres to private parties… Doors open at 8 pm. All tickets: £7 in advance (£10 on the door). http://www.andykershaw.co.uk Download QR

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  24. Photo Group Trail and Display

    Town Trail Settle Photographic Group will once again be organising a Town Trail of framed photographs in local shop windows. This year there are about 90 pictures to hunt down and look at. They are all centred around the middle of Settle and provide some interesting entertainment for both visitors and residents. Maps can be […]

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  25. News for Settle and District 27th July

    FLOWERPOT TRAIL A reminder that the Flowerpot trail and quiz sheets are now available from outlets across the town. Sheets cost £1 and are on sale at the Tourist Information Centre, Lay of the Land, Lamberts newsagents, The Playbarn, The House that Jack Built, Speight and Watsons, Sweet Corner and The Folly. The trail will […]

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  26. Local Accountant Views

    Could Easier Cash Flow be Closer than You Think? Paul Spencer, director at Haworths Chartered Accountants, discusses the funding opportunities available to small businesses “It’s been a tough few years for small businesses. While the failure rate for new start ups is significant, the difference since the financial crash in 2007/8 has been that many […]

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  27. Rugged Faces

    Gallery On The Green is pleased to present Rugged Faces – An Exhibition of Travel Portraits by Ray Price – York Photographer of the Year. The exhibition showcases 16 powerful and thought provoking black & white portraits taken mainly in India. They demonstrate the power of the face to arouse our curiosity for the person, […]

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  28. Settle Bus Timetable

    The new updated local Bus Service for Settle and District is available below – click on the picture to view, and for downloadable pdf. KIRKBY LONSDALE – INGLETON – CLAPHAM – SETTLE – GARGRAVE – SKIPTON From 28th July 2014 Buses 580 & 581 Download QR

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  29. Settle updates – News for folks who Visit and Residents

    VICTORIA HALL On 25 July Toyah Wilcox will perform here acoustic “close up and personal” show.  The music of the 50s-70s will be on offer when The Nightriders take to the stage on July 26th and on July 27th there will be a production of Wind in the Willows by Pendle Producations. The month is […]

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  30. Free Training

    Message below from Superfast North Yorkshire : Just to let you know that we’ve introduced some new half day classes to the SFNY business support programme. The 4 new half day topics are: –          Google+ Bootcamp: use the small business secret weapon like a pro! –          Business NOT as usual: rediscover LinkedIn and Twitter for […]

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  31. News for Settle

    VICTORIA HALL On July 19th there will be music by Greg Russell and Ciaran Algar, Winners of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 2013. On 25 July Toyah Wilcox will perform here acoustic “close up and personal” show.  The music of the 50s-70s will be on offer when The Nightriders take to the […]

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  32. Local Accountant News

    Kneill & Co Chooses Settle-based Firm to Continue 20 year Legacy Ingleton-based independent chartered accountancy firm, Kneill & Co, has selected Settle and Accrington-based Haworths Chartered Accountants to continue to serve its clients, following the retirement of owner Mike Kneill.   Kneill & Co has been providing tax and accountancy advice to local businesses in […]

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  33. Spirit of the Line

    Spirit of the Line – the everyday magic of the Settle-Carlisle railway now showing at The World’s Smallest Art Gallery? Simon Whalley,  local artist and photographer,  based at his studio at Brougham Hall near Penrith,  is currently exhibiting ‘Spirit of the Line’ a series documenting  the everyday magic from a year spent documenting the life […]

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  34. Information and News about Settle 5th July 2014

    COFFEE MORNING Settle WI will be holding their annual Strawberry Coffee Morning on Saturday 12 July at Friends Meeting House, Kirkgate between 10am and 12.30pm.  There will be strawberry scones and a drink for £2. There will also be a cake stall.  All are welcome. GAVAGHAN ART The next exhibition at Gavaghan Art will open […]

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  35. Visitors and Residents News 29th June

    SETTLE KWEZANA LINK Members of Year 6 in Settle have been telling their friends in Kwezana about their recent exams and how this was then followed by a trip to London for 3 days. While in the capital city they enjoyed rides on the tube, the cable car crossing of the Thames and also The […]

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  36. Handlebards Tour

    4 ACTORS, 4 BICYCLES, PEDALING SHAKESPEARE ON A 2000 MILE ADVENTURE   Beautifully British and bonkers – this summer, the HandleBards, a four-strong, all-male troupe of cycling players, are pedaling the length and breadth of the UK for three months to perform fast-pace productions of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and The Comedy Of Errors. This is the […]

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  37. Gallery on the Green

      Settle’s Gallery on the Green returns to the theme of one of the most iconic, and perhaps photographed, railways in the UK – the Settle-Carlisle Railway.   The exhibition of photos by Simon Whalley ‘Spirit of the Line’ opens on Saturday 28th June 2014. The emphasis of Simon’s exhibition concentrates on an aspect of […]

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  38. Settle News and Reviews – June 22nd

    SETTLE KWEZANA LINK Settle pupils have been telling their friends in Kwezana about the recent school fair and how they help with this by creating  stalls and use the money raised to help improve their school . They explained that the most popular of the stalls is always the stocks which is traditionally run by […]

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  39. Google Coming to the Region

    Google Juice Bar coming to Harrogate   Global internet giant Google is headed to the Majestic Hotel in Harrogate on Friday 11th July to host a free event that will help local businesses to learn how to use the web to squeeze every last drop out of their business opportunities.   Brought to you by […]

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  40. Settle News 15th June 20-14 for Visitors and Residents

    SETTLE KWEZANA LINK Many thanks to everyone who supported the two stalls run by the Friends of Kwezana at Settle Primary School summer fair, either by participating in the stalls, donating prizes or by providing the crocheted blanket to send to Kwezana. The support of the community is much appreciated by students and staff at […]

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  41. Local Job Vacancies

    Housing & Care 21 are the UK’s largest non-profit care provider and a national leader in providing innovative, affordable housing for older people. We work closely with local communities to develop new services that meet the needs of older people and their neighbourhoods. We are now recruiting care staff and an administrator to join our new team […]

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  42. Settle News for Tourists and Residents

    THE FOLLY The “Make it Slow” exhibition is proving to be a great success. ‘Make it Slow’ artist Sharon Adams will talk about the ideas behind her work, and the artworks in ‘Make it Slow’ on 13th June at 7.30 pm. Her talk  “Tools as Art” will explore her fascination with tools and the connection […]

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  43. Marie Curie News

    Settle and District Marie Curie News – June 2014 Dance the night away – 2 great opportunities for ballroom and sequence dancing 7 June and 5 July – at St Matthew and St Michael Parish Hall in Settle from 20.00 until 23.30 – Tickets are only £5 including refreshments– available from Helen Reid on 01729 […]

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  44. Local News for Visitors and Residents

    OPEN MEETING On June 10th North Ribblesdale Rugby Club will welcome Josh Zwagil and Scott Smith of XFT ( Extreme Fuel Treatment) for the northernmost stop on their UK tour. There will be a business presentation about the uses of the product and the business opportunities which it presents. This is open to all and […]

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  45. News for Visitors and Locals – Settle and District

    ART GROUP SHOW There is still time to catch the 63rd Exhibition by Members of Clapham Art Group in Clapham village hall. Although the event is taking place in Clapham the group attracts members from across the area and is a long established and well supported body of artists who produce around 80 new and […]

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  46. News from Judith

    1. I am sending this out now so I can get another advert in for the Lichens, Mosses and Flowers workshops at Ingleton on Saturday 24 May .. and my Flowers of the Settle Carlisle Line Talk in the evening.- 2. CCG members please see June 7 where the details for the Scout Scar Meeting […]

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  47. Superfast North Yorkshire Events

    Superfast Business Success Race Ahead of your Competitors Tuesday 8th July 2014 York Racecourse, York   As part of the Superfast North Yorkshire programme to deliver fibre broadband, businesses like yours across North Yorkshire and York also have access to a range of free business support services* to ensure you have the opportunity to take […]

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  48. Save Money, Make Money with XFT

      This product will save money for private individuals and businesses, and offers an income earning opportunity for individuals, companies, charities, schools, groups, etc etc Come along to a meeting to find out more … Here in Settle, North Yorkshire, we are pleased to be hosting the most Northernmost meeting at The Rugby Club on […]

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  49. Mandolinquents

    Simon Mayor’s Mandolinquents www.mandolin.co.uk June 2014 Sat 14th June Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9DZ Tel: 01729 825718 Tickets £15.00 — From 7:00 p.m. Simon Mayor’s Mandolinquents Sat 14th June Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9DZ Simon Mayor, Gerald Garcia, Hilary James & Richard Collins The Mandolinquents feature everything from hot […]

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  50. Settle Area news for visitors and residents

    FLOWERPOTS WANTED As part of the planning for the proposed flowerpot festival later in the summer the team is appealing for old Flowerpots, either terracotta or plastic in any shape or size. These will be used by local schools and other organisations to  turn into displays for the Flowerpot Festival. If you have any unwanted […]

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  51. Settle News May 11th 2014

    THE NEW ROPE STRING BAND VICTORIA HALL: 4/5/14 There are some musicians who possess good comic timing; there are comedians who are good musicians but The New Rope String Band are that unique combination of outstanding musicians who also possess real comic talent. This is an incredibly slick performance with carefully choreographed routines which include […]

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  52. News via Judith

    If you are in Skipton this Saturday do come to the Fantastic Table top Sale 10am-4pm, organised by Craven Speakers Club – at the Soroptimists rooms, 28, Otley Street. Loads of bargains. Home made cakes and refreshments too, at equally good bargain prices. Please tell your friends. Note that next Wed 14 May, Gifts for […]

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  53. Superfast Taster Morning

    Superfast Taster Morning Social Media, SEO, Websites and More! Tuesday 10th June 2014 (09:30-12:30) The Royal Oak Hotel, Settle Come along to The Royal Oak Hotel in Settle for a FREE half day event full of practical advice, hints and tips on topics such as social media, website content, SEO, online networking and more.   […]

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  54. Settle and Giggleswick News

    VICTORIA HALL Award winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor, best know for her work featured in the cult movie Breaking Glass, will perform on May 9th.  On 21 May there will be an opportunity to hear Mamane Barka performing on the biram. This is a sacred harp from Lake Chad and produces an almost hypnotic sound. Single […]

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  55. Marie Curie News

    Settle and District Marie Curie News Daffodil collections – throughout March we placed collection boxes in many shops in Settle, organised in-store collections in Booths and undertook two street collections.  In total, with your help, we raised well over £1800 and we would like to thank everyone who contributed.  Thanks also must go to Rotary […]

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  56. Settle News and Local Visitor Information April 28th

    QUIZ NIGHT Settle Rugby Club is the venue for a quiz night in aid of Clapham Cave and mountain rescue on May 2nd.  Tickets cost £5, including a pie and pea supper, and are available from HSBC bank in Settle or via 015242 51488. The evening starts at 7.30pm and questionmaster for the night is […]

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  57. Settle Snippets – Easter

      VICTORIA HALL award winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor will perform on May 9th. SETTLE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE The Lunch Club will meet on Thursday 24 April to catch the 11.30 am bus to Bizzie Lizzie’s. For details of the Walking Group please contact Pat Whitton. At the next meeting on 7 May the Resolutions will be […]

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  58. Settle News for Visitors and Residents 13th April

    JOURNEY TO THE CROSS There will be  a dramatic presentation of the Good Friday story by members of local churches, on Friday 18th April. This will be split into four scenes peformed at different venues around the town starting at 10.30 a.m. in St. John’s Methodist Church Hall where The Last Supper will be re-enacted. […]

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  59. Yorkshire Photographer

    Yorkshire Photographer through to final rounds of UK and European competitions His Icelandic exhibition showing photographs from his 2013 visit to the Icelandic glaciers is currently showing at The Lime Gallery near Settle and this week Ross Brown has heard that he is through to the final round of judging not just for one, but […]

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  60. Saving Settle – Carlisle Line

    I guess most local people know that this Friday, 11th April, is the 25th Anniversary of the announcement that the Settle-Carlisle railway line would not close. On Friday a very special locomotive hauled train of nine carriages runs from Leeds to Carlisle via Settle carrying hundreds of people, many of whom were involved in saving […]

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  61. Settle News for Visitors and Locals April 8th

    BROWNIES Do you know a girl aged between 7-10 years who enjoys exciting challenges, is always looking for new things to do and likes meeting new friends?  In May there will be an opportunity for her to join the Brownies as a new group is due to open in Settle. For further details contact 01729 […]

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  62. Settle as a new Casino Town

    News from earlier today :   Settle leads the way with a new initiative. Destination Town to bring in High Rollers : Download QR

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  63. Settle News march 30th

    TAI CHI A reminder that there will be a series of Tai Chi sessions at St John’s Hall on Tuesday mornings commencing 22 April. There will be 12 sessions in all, costing £60 for 12 or £35 for 6 and these will be led by Paul Underhill of Gateway to Health.  The sessions will take […]

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  64. News for Settle and District

    VICTORIA HALL A reminder that today, 27 March, traditional Scottish band  Mànran. take to the stage. One of Scotland’s best loved live-acts they blend  traditional instrumentation (fiddle, accordion, flute, uilleann pipes and highland bagpipes) with a tight, grooving backline (drums, bass and guitar)  and combine Gaelic and English vocals to great effect. The month concludes […]

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  65. Thinking of Setting up a New Business ?

    Free workshop for business start ups Craven residents who are considering starting a business, or have been in business for a short while, are invited to attend a free workshop on Wednesday, 26 March from 9.15 am until 4.30 pm at 1 Belle Vue Square in Skipton. Evidence shows that preparation is key in achieving […]

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  66. Settle Opera Annual Report

    SETTLE AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY: AGM The Annual General Meeting of Settle Amateur Operatic Society was held recently. The President, Freda Hargreaves and Chairman, John Reid welcomed the 46 members present. There as a short silence held in memory of members and friends who had passed away during the year.  Thanks were expressed to all who […]

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  67. Settle News for Tourists and Residents 17 March 2014

    VICTORIA HALL On Friday 21st March there will be Ska/Reggae music from North Eastern group Pikey Beatz and Ramjam and Dalesjam returns on 22nd with over 40 musicians taking to the stage. On 27 March, traditional Scottish band  Mànran. take to the stage. One of Scotland’s best loved live-acts they blend  traditional instrumentation (fiddle, accordion, […]

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  68. Settle News for Locals and Visitors – March 9th

    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED This year’s Settle Stories festival with be the 5th in the town and volunteers are required to help with all kinds of tasks both during the festival weekend of 10-12 October, and in the busy months ahead preparing for the event. If you could spare time to assist with the numerous tasks which […]

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  69. Free Trees

    We have 420 harvestable  trees, to create a community orchard around Settle Area. We will produce a map with the tree locations on. The idea is to have these as public access trees for harvesting, when they have grown. Thus, please ensure that they are planted in an area where you have permission to plant, […]

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  70. Settle and beyond – News from Judith

    Lots of events. Come to the pancake coffee morning on Tuesday at St John’s Church, Settle 10am-12pm and help raise £100 – to save one acre of Rainforest. (And buy some beautiful photo greeting cards) – Or maybe we could raise £200? EVENTS AROUND SETTLE 1. Mon 3 Mar English County Dancing – Langcliffe Inst […]

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  71. Settle Local News March 1st

    VICTORIA HALL On March 8th  Victoria Hall will transport you to the delights of the Moulin Rouge and into an energetic world of cabaret, lavish costumes and high-kicking showgirls as Spectacular Spectacular takes to the stage with a tribute to the iconic film “Moulin Rouge”.  On Friday 21st March there will be Ska/Reggae music from […]

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  72. Settle and Area News and Views!

    VICTORIA HALL On 28 February the Panjumby Jazz band will take to the stage to perform steel pan jazz with a dash of calypso. Saturday March 1st sees the Mighty Doonans take to the stage with their own blend of folk/rock. This is followed on 2nd March by Sunday Folk Night, introduced by Mike Harding […]

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  73. News and Events for Visitors and Residents

      SETTLE GOLF CLUB Settle Golf Club would request that all current and past members please check for any unreturned trophies. If they are in possession of any unreturned items could they please contact Kay Philipson as soon as possible on 01729 82534001729 825340 . SETTLE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE A reminder that the walking group will […]

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  74. National Recognition for Local Accountants

    PRESS RELEASE 11 February 2014 National recognition for Settle’s Haworths   Settle-based Haworths Chartered Accountants has been classified as an outstanding professional practice by CharterGroup, the national alliance of high quality, independent firms of chartered accountants. The accolade follows an independent review carried out annually by the CharterGroup which provides accountancy practices with technical support, […]

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  75. Judith’s world … for others

    Congratulations to Andy Holden who won prizes worth £400 for some of his wildlife entries in the Leeds City Museum Natural Beauty Photography competition – Exhibition now open from February 7th to 17th August 2014. Beautiful Botany (Purple Saxifrage on Penyghent) and ‘Animal Behaviour’ – Starlings flocking. http://www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries/Pages/leedscitymuseum/Natural-Beauty.aspx You can see photos of all the […]

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  76. Settle News February 9th

      Huge Congratulations to Emma Lonsdale – representing TEAM GB in the Olympics at Sochi Like her here Em lonsdale GO ! Team GB http://www.teamgb.com/sochi-2014-team-gb-athletes SETTLE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP The group will next meet on February  17th at Townhead Court at 7.30pm. The  entire evening will be given over to a talk by Andy Latham on […]

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  77. Accounting Software Presentation

    Haworths Chartered Accountants to host free event showcasing revolutionary accounting software package A revolutionary bookkeeping and accountancy program which is transforming the way small businesses manage their finances will come under the spotlight at a free event at Bentham Golf Club. Haworths Chartered Accountants, which has offices at Market Place, Settle and Station Road, Bentham, […]

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  78. Settle News for Visitors and Residents Feb 02 2014

    VICTORIA HALL On Feb 14th multi award winning star Clare Teal will take to the stage in a show which celebrates her own musical heroes and heroines of jazz and big-band sound.  February 15 sees the return of Reform Theatre Company, who will perform “My Romantic History”. This is a free event with donations invited […]

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  79. Settle News Updates

    200 CLUB The Friends of Settle Swimming Pool is a registered charity formed to raise funds to support the running of the Pool. Members of the 200 Club pay £20 per year for a number which is entered into a monthly draw from February to November for prizes of £50,£30,£20. In December the Christmas draw […]

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  80. Need an Apprentice?

    Boat business helps launch new business service A thriving Skipton boat business has taken advantage of a new free service aiming to help businesses in Craven make the most of apprenticeships.   Pennine Marine, which has seen a 60% increase in enquiries on last year, was the first business to sign up to the new […]

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  81. Settle High School Reunion

    Settle High School 60th Birthday Reunion For those of us who started at Settle High School in September 1965 and will be turning 60 this year! Sunday 16th March 2014, 12.30pm at Settle Cricket Club, Kirkgate, Settle BD24 9BP (opposite Booth’s Supermarket) Bar available Pie & Peas (meat & potato or cheese & onion) @ […]

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  82. Settle News Update 19th January

    GALLERY ON THE GREEN Until March 3, Gallery of the Green is displaying work by Settle College students  entitled “In the Eye of the Beholder”. The work includes a range of drawings, paintings, prints and textiles interspersed with poems and scientific facts about eyes and eyesight. DANCE CLASSES Alison King school of dance will be […]

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  83. Local News for Residents and Visitors

    For Buying and Selling goods etc in the area – https://www.facebook.com/groups/ForSaleinSettle/ HATHA YOGA Hatha Yoga sessions recommence at Settle Primary School with sessions on Wednesday and Monday evenings between 7.30-9pm. New members are always welcome. Sessions cost £6.  For details contact  07947 027188. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Scottish Country Dance sessions take place every Thursday evening […]

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  84. Settle and Giggleswick Snippets

    SETTLE VOICES Following its Christmas break the community choir will start its singing sessions again on Monday, 13th January from 1pm to 3pm in the Friends Meeting House, Kirkgate, Settle. New members are very welcome. For more information ring 01729 823777 or visit the website http://www.settlevoices.org.uk/. HATHA YOGA Hatha Yoga sessions recommence at Settle Primary […]

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  85. Late News in 2013

    Have a Happy New Year From Settle Website and Settle  and District Chamber of Trade HOLIDAY CLUB Churches together in Settle and District are hosting a holiday club at St John’s Church Hall on 2 January entitled “Shine”. This is a free activity for 5-11 year olds and will run from 10-3.  Please bring along […]

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  86. Merry Christmas and ….

    A very merry Christmas from WWW.Settle.org.uk  and The Chamber of Trade and A Happy New Year for 2014 and onwards GALLERY ON THE GREEN The Christmas exhibition in the Gallery on the Green is now open and features a truly communal effort in a knitted version of ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’. The windows of […]

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  87. Settle News and Updates for Visitors and Locals – December 15th

    AN EVENING OF MUSIC AND WORDS FOR CHRISTMAS: 12/12/13 GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL: GIGGLESWICK CHAPEL The tickets for this event are always the hottest tickets in town, and it is hardly surprising as it always seem to capture the very essence of Christmas with both stunning music and excellent readings in a magnificent candle-lit setting.  However, such […]

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  88. Local Information for Visitors and Residents about Events etc December

    1) If you open this in time, you will see that today is the last opportunity to see the Dilger’s wonderful wildlife photography exhibition at the Richard Whitely theatre entrance at Giggleswick School – it finishes at 5pm today Sunday. www.tonydilger.co.uk 2) Mon 9 Dec – Soup-a-Carol: St John’s Church Hall 7.30pm Tomorrow is Soup-a- […]

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  89. Settle News and Updates 8th December

    GIGG LECTURES: RICHARD WHITELEY THEATRE (6/12/13) WILD AND RESTLESS NATURE: TONY AND CAROL DILGER For anyone who has admired the 3 annual exhibitions by wildlife photographers, Tony and Carol Dilger the chance to hear them talk about their work and the inspirations behind their work was too good an opportunity to miss. The evening most […]

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  90. Santa in a Cave

    Santa will be in Ingleborough cave on weekends from Saturday 7th December   Click the Pic to Enlarge Download QR

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  91. Mr Wainright on the road again

    Mr Wainwright back on the road John Burland, the founder of the Wainwright Society is hoping to be back on the road this next Spring & Autumn with his dramatic presentation of the life and works of AW. This was first presented at the Wildman Theatre at Ilkley Playhouse as part of the Ilkley Literature […]

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  92. Settle News 1st December

    CHRISTMAS DAY If you know anyone who would like to attend the Christmas Day dinner and tea at St John’s Hall  please get in touch with the organisers as soon as possible as early booking would greatly assist with planning for this event. This event is open to all ages and cost is £10 per […]

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  93. Various Events to Visit around Settle

    1. A big thank you to anyone who has young children and goes with them to visit very old people, including neighbours, at this time of year. I am sure most very old people appreciate it. 2. I am going to Northallerton URC church on Sunday morning (1 Dec). The green group there are organising […]

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  94. Rarely Seen Music – **free entry** Hurdy Gurdy +

    Damian Clarke – Dulcimer, Hurdy Gurdy & Celtic Harp Damian is on a mission – namely to re-introduce the beautiful, ancient Dulcimer and the fascinating, medieval Hurdy Gurdy. Expect to see him at a venue or event near you, as he is determined to gain as much exposure for these instruments as he can. Free […]

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  95. Settle Snippets, News and Reviews November 23rd 2013

    photo by www.joshuadavidphotography.co.uk http://www.viewbug.com/member/joshdhull https://www.facebook.com/JDPHTGRPHY   SANTA AND HIS SLEIGH IN SETTLE Settle Rotarians will be bringing Santa with his sleigh and his helpers to Settle at the following times: On Friday 29th November from 5.30pm in Duke Street and Cammock Lane. On Saturday 30th November he will be in Booth’s Supermarket from 10.00am until […]

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  96. The New Greenfoot …

    A new Housing 21 extra care housing scheme for older people will be showcased during a special drop-in event at St John’s Methodist Hall, Settle.  Information on Limestone View will be available to visitors to the Open Day on Monday 2nd December between 10am and 6.30pm. Limestone View will provide 50 one and two bedroom […]

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  97. Settle Snippets 17th November

    CHRISTMAS DAY A reminder that names are now being taken for this year’s Christmas Day dinner and tea and early booking would greatly assist with planning for this event. This event is open to all ages and cost is £10 per head. The venue this year will be St John’s Hall and will run from […]

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  98. Settle News and Events for Locals and Visitors

    Good Luck to Local Sports Star Em Lonsdale, Heading off to the USA this week to train to hopefully represent Britain in the Winter Olympics – CHRISTMAS DAY Names are now being taken for this year’s Christmas Day dinner and tea. This event is open to all ages and cost is £10 per head. The […]

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  99. Christmas Lights Switch On

    Christmas in Settle On Saturday, 30th November, Christmas begins in Settle with switching on the Christmas lights. This popular event promises to be a fun-packed afternoon, beginning with a variety of stalls in the Market Place, including hot food, produce, children’s face painting, tombola and raffles. Come along to do some Christmas shopping at the […]

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