On Saturdays throughout the summer, we’re welcoming an array of food vendors to our site to serve a range of culinary delights. Check the list below for dates:

• 27th June – Greek Boys

• 4th July – The Gourmet Graze Cart

• 11th July – Greek Boys

• 18th July – Junk Soul Smothered

• 25th July – Meanwood Pizza Co

• 1st August – Indian Spice

• 8th August – The Dutch Pancake Co

Find out more info on the Brass Castle Brewery website: https://www.brasscastle.co.uk/taphouse

Sunday Open Mic Sessions

Informal music sessions held in the Studio Bar. Open to all-comers – and performers get a free drink from the bar!

The last Sunday of every month from 3pm-6pm.

Bring your own instrument (or borrow one).

PA and mics are provided so no need to bring your own and tech staff will be on hand.

Admission free.

Find out more on The Milton Rooms website: https://themiltonrooms.com/event/sunday-open-mic-sessions-2/

Find out more over on Forty-Six’s social: Facebook

On Saturdays throughout the summer, we’re welcoming an array of food vendors to our site to serve a range of culinary delights. Check the list below for dates:

• 27th June – Greek Boys

• 4th July – The Gourmet Graze Cart

• 11th July – Greek Boys

• 18th July – Junk Soul Smothered

• 25th July – Meanwood Pizza Co

• 1st August – Indian Spice

• 8th August – The Dutch Pancake Co

Find out more info on the Brass Castle Brewery website: https://www.brasscastle.co.uk/taphouse

‍The Cook’s Walk – Malton’s Ultimate Food & Culture Tour

‍Discover Malton like never before. Join Gilly, founder of The Cook’s Place, for a behind-the-scenes walking tour packed with incredible food, local stories, and hidden gems.

This isn’t your typical walking tour. The Cook’s Walk is led by Gilly Robinson, founder and head chef of The Cook’s Place in Malton, offering an insider’s view of the town’s independent food scene and history. Think of it as exploring with a friend who knows everyone and everything about the local food scene - guiding you to the very best spots. It’s a hands-on way to discover the town’s rich heritage, meet its passionate producers, and experience Yorkshire food culture at its heart. ‍

During the four hours with Gilly you will sip artisan coffee, taste award-winning treats, and explore Malton’s best - from independent breweries and cheesemongers to bakeries, delis, and more. Along the way, uncover the town’s rich history, vibrant food scene, and unique character.

The tour will finish with a chance to sit down, enjoy a delicious light lunch made with ingredients from regional producers, and an exclusive chat with a special guest - a local ‘Food Hero’. Each monthly tour features a different local food hero, giving a brilliant reason to come back again!

Each four-hour tour concludes around 2.30pm, leaving visitors free to continue exploring Malton’s shops, markets, cafes and other attractions.

What You Need to Know

The tours run monthly from April to November, though they take a break in August. With only 12 spots per tour, it’s an exclusive and intimate experience that gives everyone a chance to get involved.

• Duration: 4 hours (finishing approx. 2:30 pm) starting at The Cook’s Place Malton

• Group Size: Limited to 12 guests

• Cost: £55 per person

• Booking: Advance booking is required. Find all events here: https://thecooksplacemalton.co.uk/

Planning to stay?

Malton offers a great range of accommodation - visit our “Stay” page to find the perfect place to stay.

Dining tip

If you’d like to eat at FortySix, La Trattoria, or Kerala Restaurant during your visit, we strongly recommend booking in advance, as availability on the day is limited.‍

The monthly tours will run May to November (excluding August). Spaces are limited to 12 guests and advance booking is required.‍ ‍

Further Monthly Artisan Market Dates in 2026:

• 21st February 2026

• 21st March 2026

• 25th April 2026

• 23rd May 2026

• 27th June 2026

• 25th July 2026

• 22nd August 2026

• 26th September 2026

• 24th October 2026

• 21st November 2026

• 19th December 2026

For further information on Little Bird Artisan Markets, or how to book a stall at one of the events, please email info@littlebirdmade.co.uk or visit www.littlebirdmade.com

A new event of small listening concerts is starting this month, presenting original and traditional live music acts in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Come along to hear acoustic instruments and voices, and let the music lead your senses for a wonderful listening experience.
We look forward to welcoming you.

Free Entry

Find out more: https://thetwistyturns.com/for-the-love-of-music/

Dirty Ruby are a five-piece contemporary but eclectic sharp-edged blues rock band hailing from the East Midlands. Recently compared to 1970s rock bands Stone the Crows and Vinegar Joe, with their eclectic, energetic style of blues rock, paired with Hammond organ, beautiful bluesy guitar, tight rhythm section and soulful, well delivered lead vocals, Dirty Ruby are starting to carve themselves a following on the UK Blues circuit.

With a five-track EP recorded live and mixed, edited and mastered entirely by the bands bass player Steve Taylor, and their debut single just released, this band of independent artists are now working on completing their debut album.

Tickets £10pp

Find out more or book your tickets on The Milton Rooms website. https://themiltonrooms.com/event/ryedale-blues-club-dirty-ruby/

Rare Bird Distillery Gin School Experience

At Rare Bird Distillery, North Yorkshire’s first Gin School, you can learn all about how their luxurious Gin is made. By the end of class you’ll have made your own bespoke bottle of London dry gin, for you to enjoy at home. 

This experience is unique, you’ll be learning how to make gin from the master distiller Matt who makes it for the best bars and restaurants in Yorkshire. Each bottle of Rare Bird gin is made on site, and at this experience you’ll get a behind the scenes look at how it’s done. 

Classes must be pre-booked and run on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Find out more including an example itinerary or book your place on the Rare Bird Distillery website: https://www.rarebirddistillery.co.uk/gin-school/

Malton Regency Dance Class

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Old Malton Memorial Hall, Town Street, Old Malton, YO17 7HD

Tickets: £10.00

Step back in time and join us at Malton Memorial Hall for an enchanting Regency dance class! In preparation for the highly anticipated Malton Regency Ball on Friday 9th October, this is your chance to learn some of the most beloved dances from the Regency era.

Our classes will provide a delightful opportunity to immerse yourself in the elegance of the period, all while having fun in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, you’ll find joy in mastering the steps that graced grand balls of the past.

Be sure to click on the correct date when ordering your tickets.

Event Dates:

Sunday May 10th

Sunday June 21st

Sunday July 26th

Sunday August 30th

Sunday September 27th

The Father’s Day Classic Car & Motor Show features over 500 vintage, classic and modern classic cars and motorcycles on display, in addition to live commentary, vehicle judging and awards, live music, trade and autojumble stalls and quality food, drinks and ice cream.

Included With Both House & Garden and Garden Tickets

Find out more: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/DB/whats-on-view-4/fathers-day-car-show

MURDER MYSTERY: Well, here we are: almost halfway to Christmas!
Oh yes we are!

NOMADS Productions would like the pleasure of your company for a panto‑themed-murder‑mystery, Simply a pleasantly ridiculous evening out, perfect for anyone who could use a laugh. Come along and see if you can figure out who-dunnit!

Taking place at 7.30 pm over three different nights at three different venues: The Fleece, Rillington, The Mount, Malton, The Memorial Hall, Old Malton.

Tickets: £10pp

Book your tickets: www.ticketsource.com/nomads-productions

Event Overview

Tickets: £40pp

Our next cheese and wine evening is Saturday, 18th April. Tickets sell out fast, so reserve your place today!

📅 Saturday, 20th June 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The Walled Garden Pantry, 8a Finkle Street, Malton

A Night of Cheese & Wine Indulgence Awaits!

Join us at our charming Malton deli for an enchanting evening of artisan cheeses, fine wines, and warm candlelit ambiance. Savor five expertly selected cheeses, each boasting unique flavours, textures, and styles, perfectly paired with premium wines to elevate your tasting experience.

Whether you're a cheese aficionado or simply love good food and great company, our knowledgeable hosts will guide you through each pairing, sharing fascinating insights along the way. Treat yourself to an unforgettable night of gourmet delights!

🍷🧀 Spaces are limited—book your spot now!

To book your tickets, visit The Walled Garden Pantry booking site: Events | The Walled Garden Pantry

Cosy Cottage Soap Making Workshop

Tea/coffee and introductions

- The history of soap making
- The chemistry of soap-making
- Fragrances, botanicals and essential oils
- Soap Making demonstration
- Choose your own fragrances, flowers, exfoliants
- Make your own soap
- Next steps - after 24 hours (cutting the soaps) and 2 weeks (post curing)

- Goodbyes and loading soap for transporting home

Tickets can be bought in-store or online: £60pp

Rare Bird Distillery Gin School Experience

At Rare Bird Distillery, North Yorkshire’s first Gin School, you can learn all about how their luxurious Gin is made. By the end of class you’ll have made your own bespoke bottle of London dry gin, for you to enjoy at home. 

This experience is unique, you’ll be learning how to make gin from the master distiller Matt who makes it for the best bars and restaurants in Yorkshire. Each bottle of Rare Bird gin is made on site, and at this experience you’ll get a behind the scenes look at how it’s done. 

Classes must be pre-booked and run on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Find out more including an example itinerary or book your place on the Rare Bird Distillery website: https://www.rarebirddistillery.co.uk/gin-school/

On Saturdays throughout the summer, we’re welcoming an array of food vendors to our site to serve a range of culinary delights. Check the list below for dates:

• 20th June – Indian Spice

• 27th June – Greek Boys

• 4th July – The Gourmet Graze Cart

• 11th July – Greek Boys

• 18th July – Junk Soul Smothered

• 25th July – Meanwood Pizza Co

• 1st August – Indian Spice

• 8th August – The Dutch Pancake Co

Find out more info on the Brass Castle Brewery website: https://www.brasscastle.co.uk/taphouse

Florian Poirot Masterclass: Macaron Cake Masterclass

Become an expert with macaron dough

Event Dates: Saturday 20th June 2026

Duration: 2 - 2.5 hour course

Tickets: £95 per person

Course Overview

The Masterclass with Florian Poirot, UK Pastry Champion takes place at our kitchen in Malton Enterprise Park.

This is a Hands on / Demo Class where we will all together bake a large and small macaron cakes.

You will learn how to make the macaron dough & our delicious Passion Fruit cream, but also how to pipe, build and decorate your celebration cake.

At the end of the class, you will go home with recipes and 2 individual cakes.

The maximum number of participants is 12.

Perfect gift for any of your loved one from 14 years old.

Macaron Cake Masterclass - June 26 - Florian Poirot

Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

We will start with warm drinks and cake, before settling down for a session of learning and crafting together. We anticipate the workshop will take around two hours but we do not like to rush, it's all meant to be enjoyable and relaxing :)

- Learn all about 100% soy wax container candle-making in our Malton workshop
- Create your own, unique fragrance blend using natural, essential oils
- Make your own signature fragranced, 100% soy wax container candle(s)
- While your candle(s) is/are setting, decorate a (pre-made) 30cl container candle in your own unique style
- After the workshop, you will have at least 2 x container candles to take home with you to enjoy or gift to your friends and family

Tickets can be bought in-store or online: £60pp

Spend a whole day crafting and enjoy a free delicious lunch with us in Malton. Create beautiful, unique candles and soaps to take home with you!

Join us for the day in our Malton, Navigation Wharf workshop for a glorious, relaxing crafting day. In the morning, create two large (300ml) or several smaller 100% soy wax, scented candles, then in the afternoon, we enjoy a session of palm oil free soap-making, making six bars of your own signature, cold process soap to take home. We will share a delicious lunch together and there will be time to wander around Malton's Market Place after lunch too, if you wish.

In our spacious premises in Navigation Wharf, Yorkersgate, next to the Talbot Hotel, Malton, we will be hosting up to ten participants for each of the morning and afternoon sessions. The programme for this special all-day event is as follows

10.30am start with Tea/coffee, cake, introductions and safety briefing 

What we will cover:

• Candle-making background, materials, fragrances and choice of containers

• Candle-making demonstration

• Make-your own soy wax scented candles to take home

• Decorate a pre-made scented candle using a range of materials provided by us

12.45 - LUNCH and relaxation time

02.00pm tea, coffee and more cake (if you have room)

What we will cover:

• How is soap made? - Chemistry, history and practice of soapmaking

• What is soap made of? - Materials selection, choice of fragrances 

• Soapmaking demonstration

• Make-your six bars of signature blended, all natural, palm oil free soaps to take home

• Learn to spot the 'point of trace'

• Next steps, cutting and curing your soaps

04.00 to 04.30pm leave for home with your candles and soaps.

Your palm oil free soaps are created from vegetable oils and waxes using the cold process soap-making method. No melt-and-pour synthetic soap bases here! Your 100% soy wax candles are made from 100% high quality soy wax; no paraffin or smoky waxes!. Your items will be unique to you, personalised with your own dried flowers, fruit, exfoliants and essential oil fragrances.

These workshops make superb gifts. If you would like a card to be sent to the recipient, please select your Gift Card and add your message at checkout. Please ensure that we have the address for the recipient if you would like the card to be sent directly 

The morning sessions will start at 10.00 a.m. and finish around noon and  afternoon sessions will start at 2pm and finish at around 4.00pm (depending on how quickly we work - we do not like to rush, it's meant to be relaxing!)

Workshops are held at our Navigation Wharf Premises in Malton. 3 Navigation Wharf, Yorkersgate, YO17 7AA

A week or so before your workshop, we will email you to let you know what to bring with you. Please check your spam folder and contact us if you do not receive the email.

Cancellation Policy: We understand that sometimes things can change! If you'd like to reschedule, you must give 7 days notice or if you need to cancel, we require 14 days notice. Contact customers@cosycottagesoap.co.uk or call 01653 693555.

NOTE - If you would like to book a 'private' event with us, please get in touch at customers@cosycottagesoap.co.uk and let us know your requirements. We have hosted all sorts of groups, from families, to hen parties to craft clubs and Women's Institutes and we love welcoming you all to our workshops in Malton

For more information or to book your place please visit the Cosy Cottage website here .

The soap and candle making sessions can be booked as individual workshops too:

Soap Making: https://www.cosycottagesoap.co.uk/collections/malton-store-events/products/face-to-face-soap-making-workshops-in-malton

Candle Making: https://www.cosycottagesoap.co.uk/collections/malton-store-events/products/christmas-candlemaking-workshop

Find out more: Ryedale Film & Photo Fest 2026 LISTINGS

• sign up for the festival mailing list:  https://mailchi.mp/80c736fba134/6hdpziadnr

• Instagram: @ryedalephotofest

Join us for an evening of music and storytelling with the Jenny Bray Collective.

Jenny is a pianist, singer and songwriter, joined for this performance by Rod Mason on sax and John Marley on bass.
Her performing and teaching career has taken her from village halls in South Wales to national radio in Philadelphia, from BBC Introducing to the Women in Jazz Media playlist. 

Jenny is now based near Driffield and has performances lined up for this year across Yorkshire, as well as a return to the USA to perform and record her new album.  Her performances embrace both jazz and folk, always centred on heartfelt storytelling and a deep connection with the audience.

Find out more or book your tickets on The Wesley Centre website here : http://maltonwesleycentre.org/