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Bishopthorpe and the Big City Read 2011

By
Linda
on July 21, 2011 Comments (0)
York's Big City Read is an annual event organised by Explore York (York Library).  A programme of events is held at a number of venues to celebrate a specific book and its connection to York.  This year's Big City Read is The Lost Luggage Porter by Andrew Martin.  It's an Edwardian crime novel set in York and Bishopthorpe.  York Railway Station is featured and the railway detective, Jim Stringer, lives with his wife on Main Street, Bishopthorpe and enjoys supping a pint at one of the local hostelries.  (Incidentally, Andrew Martin's ancestors also used to live in the village.)  

The Bishopthorpe Local History Group was invited to take part and has organised the following events:

A WALK ROUND EDWARDIAN BISHOPTHORPE
Fridays, 29 July and 5 August at 2.15pm.

Limited to 20 people.  Please book with Diana Forrester: 01904 705396
Meet at the Pinfold, Bishopthorpe.
(At the junction of Main Street and Sim Balk Lane.)
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Archbishops, Suffragettes and Mole Catchers:
BISHOPTHORPE'S EDWARDIAN SUMMER
An illustrated talk by Linda Haywood

Wednesday, 17 August at 12.30 pm, Marriot Room, Explore York
(York Library)
To book call: 01904 552828 or email: exploreyork@york.gov.uk

Saturday, 10 September at 2.30 pm, Village Hall, Bishopthorpe.
There is no need to book for this event.

All Bishopthorpe events are £3. 00 per person.

Pick up a free copy of The Lost Luggage Porter
and a full programme of Big City Read 2011 events
at Bishopthorpe Library.

Just before the deluge!

By
Linda
on June 24, 2009 Comments (0)
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Group members Gweneth Marshall, Linda Haywood, Helen Fountain and Freda Smith were all smiles until the rain set in at the Gala on Saturday.

At 12 noon on Saturday, the heavens opened just as members of the public entered the Palace grounds for the annual Gala.  It was a stall-holder's nightmare.  Members of the Bishopthorpe Local History Group rushed to cover their computer, books, photos and the WW2 display with plastic sheeting - and it wasn't removed until the end of play. The gazebo  leaked and swayed - one poor man received the contents of pooling water down the back of his neck! 

Despite the inclement weather, we enjoyed ourselves.  The Gala provides an excellent way of meeting new people and old friends alike - of showing the Community Archive; gaining further information; and helping with queries on the history of the village.

Thanks to the organisers for all their hard work.  Roll on next year's event - can't wait to get the waterproofs out again!


Viewing Bishopthorpe History at the Gala

By
Linda
on June 17, 2009 Comments (2)
It's Gala time at the Palace again and, fortunately, the weather forecast is looking fair.  The members of Bishopthorpe Local History Group will be at their stand where you will be able to see many photographs of village life taken throughout the 20th century.  Come along and delve into the digital Community Archive which currently holds over 1200 photographs of Bishopthorpe people, buildings, views and events.  

Some of the photographs were taken during the war years.  Seventy years ago on 3rd September 1939, Britain declared war on Germany.  To commemorate this event, we are displaying photographs of the villagers who 'did their bit' on the Home Front in WW2. 

On our stand, there will also be a selection of cards and prints of old Bishopthorpe for sale, as well as books on the history of this area.  

And don't forget to pick up your free copy of the popular Bishopthorpe History Trail.  

We look forward to meeting you in the Palace grounds on Saturday, 20th June between 12 noon and 4.00 p.m.


The History of Acaster Malbis

By
Linda
on April 24, 2009 Comments (0)
On Tuesday, 28th April, Bishopthorpe Local History Group is holding an open meeting at the Methodist Church Hall, Copmanthorpe Lane at 7.30pm.  We are delighted to welcome our guest speaker - and neighbour - Catrina Appleby, who will be giving an illustrated talk on, 'The History of Acaster Malbis'. 

During refreshments, there will be the opportunity to browse the digital archive collection of Bishopthorpe photographs.

All are welcome to join us for what promises to be an enjoyable evening. 
The charge for non-members: 2GBP.

'Walking Through Time' proves a hit!

By
Linda
on December 8, 2008 Comments (0)
The History Trail leaflet, A Walk Through Time in Bishopthorpe, has proved to be very popular with residents and visitors alike. The free leaflet was launched by the Bishopthorpe Local History Group in June at the Gala.  As its title suggests, participants are guided through the village finding buildings and features of historical interest.

Residents were able to pick up copies at local shops and pubs, while those from further afield found them at the libraries in York, Acomb, Copmanthorpe and Dringhouses. Holiday makers were not forgotten, for the Trail was also made available at Middlethorpe Hall and local caravan sites.   

The pleasing result of this scheme was to be seen throughout the summer and autumn.  Residents were spotted taking a fresh look at Main Street while visitors were found exploring the village with great interest.  Some arrived in groups and were delighted to find handy resting places such as the Sensory Garden and the pinfold with its history panel.  

The Group has stopped distributing the History Trail during the winter months - although a few copies can be found at Bishopthorpe Library.  We would like to thank the Bishopthorpe Gala Committee for a generous donation towards the printing costs and also staff at York Library for help with the distribution.
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