Ian Holloway
We are very sad to share the news that our founding team member, Ian Holloway, died last month. It is exactly a year since our public launch event when he …
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Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord) stars in a one-man show about friendship, memories and a couple of remarkable lives. Following critically acclaimed sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, … …
Illyria to return in 2023
Last summer’s performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Fountains Abbey was a festival highlight for many. We are excited to announce that the company will be returning on Sunday …
Wolseley welcomed back for 2023
Wolseley, our main festival sponsor in 2022, gave us an early Christmas present when they pledged to sponsor the festival again in 2023. The festival would not have been the …
Ripon BID back the Festival for a second year
We are delighted that Ripon BID has confirmed investment in the festival for 2023. Ripon BID (Business Improvement District) is a business-led initiative working to create the environment for businesses …
Save the date – Launch Night!
Save the date – Launch Night! On Thursday 30 March we will be sharing all our plans for June ’23. Tickets on sale soon for a special evening of theatre …
First sponsors for 2023 come on board
Elstob & Elstob auctioneers were the first to sign up to sponsor the festival again in 2023. We are grateful for their support and delighted to have them with us …
Dates announced for 2023
Save the dates for next year’s festival: 7-11 June 2023 There’s lots to do, but we are confident that we have the support of venues, partners and volunteers to make …
St. Wilfrid Star for Festival Team
We are award winners! Back in September we attended a special evening in Ripon Cathedral celebrating community organisations and events. St Wilfrid’s Stars were awarded to some wonderful people and …
Activities for Families
It’s not just about sitting (or standing) still and watching the action. There’s plenty for itchy-britches and crafty kids too. Thursday afternoon sees Storycraft at Ripon Library with their fabulous …