Enjoy a concert held by Chetham’s School of Music students

Ripon is excited to host students from Chetham’s School of Music for an afternoon of entertainment at Holy Trinity Church.

The event, named Shaping the Future, celebrates the development of youth music and offers locals the opportunity to come together and enjoy the musical talents of the next generation.

Holy Trinity Church in Ripon prides itself on being part of the local community, and is the perfect setting for this classical concert and celebration of young talent.

Free for under 18s, from £10 for adults, doors open at 2pm and the concert starts at 3pm, January 11, Holy Trinity Church Ripon, Kirkby Road, Ripon, HG4 2EY.

Watch a Meat Loaf tribute concert

Masham Town Hall will host All Revved Up, a Meat Loaf tribute act starring Peter Young and supported by his band.

Honing in on his stage presence and vocal skills, Peter Young’s performance aims to embody the energy and excitement of Meat Loaf’s rock ‘n’ roll’ music.

Tickets £17, doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm, January 9, Masham Town Hall, Market Place, Masham, HG4 4DY.

Explore an afternoon of art and music

Starbeck Methodist Church will see Paul Mirfin, a Knaresborough-based artist and musician, return for a live acoustic performance alongside a support act by vocalist Wai.

In addition to playing his American blues hits, Mirfin will be showcasing a small exhibition of his paintings inspired by the Yorkshire landscape and railroads. The event that takes place on Sunday afternoon will also include a talk about Mirfin’s journey into both music and art.

Free for under 12s, teenagers £5, £10 for adults (tickets to be purchased at the door), 2.30pm, January 11, Starbeck Methodist Church, 93 High Street, Starbeck, HG2 7LH. 

Family fun at Stump Cross Caverns

Fancy learning all about crystal, gems and caverns, well why not head over to Stump Cross Caverns near Pateley Bridge for its family Crystal Discovery Day?

Blending learning and fun, this family day out gives you and your little ones the opportunity to discover the fascinating science behind Stump Cross Caverns, as well as the chance to grow your own crystal and explore the calcite formations by UV light.

Tickets start from £22.50 for both adults and children, check the website for times, January 11, Stump Cross Caverns, B6265, Greenhow Hill, Pateley Bridge, HG3 5JL.

New year, new you

To get the new year started with a kick, why not get out in the great outdoors or have a go at a new fitness regime?

Luckily for you, Harrogate is surrounded by the beautiful Yorkshire wilderness packed with scenic walking routes. So why not venture out to Fountains Abbey or take a wander through local hotspot, the Pinewoods?

And if getting muddy in the countryside isn’t for you, then don’t worry. Why not have a go at climbing, yoga, padel or the many other sports ready at hand to help you get the new year rolling.

So, whatever you fancy, the district is packed with exciting opportunities to start your fitness journey in 2026.

Don't forget to check out our Sweat, stretch and strengthen: top spots to work out in 2026 article.