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James Norton has ruled himself out of being the next James Bond, saying he is too "long in the tooth". He is pictured here at The Palace Cinema in Malton

James Norton rules himself out of playing James Bond 'I am too old now'

Tricia Penrose, who played barmaid Gina Ward with fan Lisa Thompson.

Tricia Penrose, who played barmaid Gina Ward with fan Lisa Thompson.

Heartbeat actress returns to North Yorkshire pub she now owns

Ryan Riley BEM, an award-winning food writer and founder of Life Kitchen, will deliver chef demonstrations at the popular annual festival, taking place at Scarborough Spa from July 17 to 19.

Ryan Riley BEM, an award-winning food writer and founder of Life Kitchen, will deliver chef demonstrations at the popular annual festival, taking place at Scarborough Spa from July 17 to 19.

Chef who launched culinary movement after personal tragedy to star at Seafest

Alex Danson with Olly Smith and Paul Tate-Smith

Alex Danson with Olly Smith and Paul Tate-Smith

TV star author visits North Yorkshire town for fascinating event

Heartbeat author Nicholas Rhea (AKA Peter N Walker) far left, pours champagne for the happy couple, his daughter Sarah and new husband Marc, in 1994. Sarah and her family will be reunited with Rhea’s beloved Mark 2 Jaguar at the Heartbeat Vehicle Rally

Heartbeat author Nicholas Rhea (AKA Peter N Walker) far left, pours champagne for the happy couple, his daughter Sarah and new husband Marc, in 1994. Sarah and her family will be reunited with Rhea’s beloved Mark 2 Jaguar at the Heartbeat Vehicle Rally

Heartbeat author's family to be reunited with classic car after rediscovery

James' exquisite handcrafted 1976 Alfa Romeo Sports Coupé is among the rarest Italian coachbuilt cars in existence and has been the subject of a meticulous and deeply personal six-year restoration programme.

James' exquisite handcrafted 1976 Alfa Romeo Sports Coupé is among the rarest Italian coachbuilt cars in existence and has been the subject of a meticulous and deeply personal six-year restoration programme.

James Martin's rare car set to go under the hammer

Charles Hanson, star of Bargain Hunt, Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip, is coming to Helmsley as part of his UK-wide valuation day tours. Photo Curve Media

Charles Hanson, star of Bargain Hunt, Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip, is coming to Helmsley as part of his UK-wide valuation day tours. Photo Curve Media

Television auctioneer Charles Hanson to appear in North Yorkshire town this month

Olly Smith, a regular on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen, with appearing at the Milton Rooms as part of a collaboration with the venue along with Malton's Kemps and Derventio Wines. Photo Alun Callender

Olly Smith, a regular on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen, with appearing at the Milton Rooms as part of a collaboration with the venue along with Malton's Kemps and Derventio Wines. Photo Alun Callender

One of the country's best-loved wine experts to visit North Yorkshire market town

The ‘Travelling Peace Statue’ was created to spread John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s message of peace and love, and to inspire a new generation to John & Yoko’s message.

The ‘Travelling Peace Statue’ was created to spread John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s message of peace and love, and to inspire a new generation to John & Yoko’s message.

Famous statue of Beatles star to be auctioned for over £100k

Legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton with his three silver salvers which are being auctioned by the owner of Ryedale Auctioneers, Angus Ashworth.

Legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton with his three silver salvers which are being auctioned by the owner of Ryedale Auctioneers, Angus Ashworth.

England football legend's silver salvers go under the hammer in North Yorkshire

TV chef James Martin, will be serving up live cookery demonstrations as part of Flavours of Yorkshire which is being held at Galtres Park, formerly the Pickering Showground,

TV chef James Martin, will be serving up live cookery demonstrations as part of Flavours of Yorkshire which is being held at Galtres Park, formerly the Pickering Showground,

TV chef James Martin to front new food festival in North Yorkshire

The cast has been revealed for a new production of Calendar Girls the Musical coming to Stephen Joseph Theatre

The cast has been revealed for a new production of Calendar Girls the Musical coming to Stephen Joseph Theatre

Cast announced for new Calendar Girls musical coming to Scarborough

Paul Merton and Suki Webster are set to light up Harrogate Theatre and Scarborough Spa as part of their UK tour

Paul Merton and Suki Webster are set to light up Harrogate Theatre and Scarborough Spa as part of their UK tour

Well-known comedy duo to perform in Harrogate Theatre and Scarborough Spa

Since the time of Britpop, Sarahphotogirl has been well known in the music world

Since the time of Britpop, Sarahphotogirl has been well known in the music world

From backstage to bedtime: famous rock photographer’s new children’s book

Kemps Bookstore in Malton are delighted to welcome Great British Bake Off winner Edd Kimber to the Milton Rooms. Matthew Hague

Kemps Bookstore in Malton are delighted to welcome Great British Bake Off winner Edd Kimber to the Milton Rooms. Matthew Hague

Great British Bake Off

First winner of Great British Bake Off to bring love of chocolate to town

Rachel Fletcher, Rosalind Watson (Jean's daughters), Jean Toynbee and Elisabeth Berman (Jean's grand-daughter) pictured in January 2024. Photo Somerville College.

Rachel Fletcher, Rosalind Watson (Jean's daughters), Jean Toynbee and Elisabeth Berman (Jean's grand-daughter) pictured in January 2024. Photo Somerville College.

'Amazing, incredible' tributes paid to Ryedale's Dr Jean Toynbee

Ben Foden, right, spent time with children at Snainton Church of England School

Ben Foden, right, spent time with children at Snainton Church of England School

England Rugby Union Team

Former England international visits school to surprise pupils

Dame Judi Dench

Dame Judi Dench

Dame Judi Dench, Oscar-winner and York native, gives charity auction her backing

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to reports

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to reports

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate

The Plough in Fadmoor is the focus of a new four-part observational series called Our Yorkshire Pub Rescue, fronted by comedian Jon Richardson, which follows its transformation into a community-owned pub after 14 years of closure.

The Plough in Fadmoor is the focus of a new four-part observational series called Our Yorkshire Pub Rescue, fronted by comedian Jon Richardson, which follows its transformation into a community-owned pub after 14 years of closure.

Closed pub reaches crowdfunding target after help from TV show

Robson Green was joined by friend Chris Kamara, when the pair spent time in the region. Photo Zoila Brozas

Robson Green was joined by friend Chris Kamara, when the pair spent time in the region. Photo Zoila Brozas

North Yorkshire museum features on Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes

Sarah Dargue with Robbie Williams

Sarah Dargue with Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams

Cancer survivor’s Pink Tie Ball plans to hit all the right notes for charity

The Hawk is Dead by James Peter

The Hawk is Dead by James Peter

Six books to read this November recommended by Kemps

The Saint Aelred's Pilgrim Trail has opened a new circular Horse Riders' Route, developed in partnership with Ryedale Bridleways Group and supported by the British Horse Society. Photo Valerie Mather

The Saint Aelred's Pilgrim Trail has opened a new circular Horse Riders' Route, developed in partnership with Ryedale Bridleways Group and supported by the British Horse Society. Photo Valerie Mather

New route on North Yorkshire pilgrim trail opens

A FORMER managing director of Flamingoland and chairman of Scarborough Football Club has passed away.Don Robinson, described as a 'self-made businessman, an entrepreneur and a philanthropist' passed away aged 91.

A FORMER managing director of Flamingoland and chairman of Scarborough Football Club has passed away.Don Robinson, described as a 'self-made businessman, an entrepreneur and a philanthropist' passed away aged 91.

Former Scarborough FC chairman passes away

English cricketer Graham Gooch, April 1992.

English cricketer Graham Gooch, April 1992.

England Cricket

Cricketing legend to share stories at Scarborough theatre

In a symbolic farewell, long-serving members of the centre's management and security team joined colleagues from Scarborough Group International (SGI) to switch off the lights together, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for

In a symbolic farewell, long-serving members of the centre's management and security team joined colleagues from Scarborough Group International (SGI) to switch off the lights together, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for

North Yorkshire shopping centre closes after 30 years ahead of major redevelopment

Villagers outside The Plough (Image: Pic supplied)

Villagers outside The Plough (Image: Pic supplied)

How Jon Richardson is helping to save a country pub in new TV show

The crowds at Ryedale Show in 2016 were joined by the guest of honour, the Duchess of Kent, who was accompanied by her nephew Sir William Worsley at Welburn Park near Kirkbymoorside.

The crowds at Ryedale Show in 2016 were joined by the guest of honour, the Duchess of Kent, who was accompanied by her nephew Sir William Worsley at Welburn Park near Kirkbymoorside.

Worsley family pay tribute to Duchess of Kent

A group picture taken by Cecil Beaton at Hovingham Hall after the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Kent at York Minster, 8 June 1961

A group picture taken by Cecil Beaton at Hovingham Hall after the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Kent at York Minster, 8 June 1961

Remembering Yorkshire's very own Royal wedding

John Rushworth during his time as a bouncer at Batley Variety Club, seen here meeting Johnny Mathias and Roy Orbison.

John Rushworth during his time as a bouncer at Batley Variety Club, seen here meeting Johnny Mathias and Roy Orbison.

Tributes to popular landlord who ran North Yorkshire pubs for over 40 years

Pickering has been transformed by yarnbombers

Pickering has been transformed by yarnbombers

North Yorkshire town's market place transformed into woolly wizarding world

Andy Mason, Branch Manager, Bell Group, Rebecca Norris, Fiona I'Anson, Resource Director, Camphill Village Trust, Paul, member of the Croft Community.

Andy Mason, Branch Manager, Bell Group, Rebecca Norris, Fiona I'Anson, Resource Director, Camphill Village Trust, Paul, member of the Croft Community.

Potter and TV star unveils studio kiln at national charity

The Rev Richard Coles with Liz Kemps, owner of Kemps book shop in Malton which organised the sell-out evening.

The Rev Richard Coles with Liz Kemps, owner of Kemps book shop in Malton which organised the sell-out evening.

Reverend Richard Coles

Sell-out evening for Rev Richard Coles in Malton

Miss Caroline Bingley, Private Detective by Kelly Gardiner and Sharmini Kumar

Miss Caroline Bingley, Private Detective by Kelly Gardiner and Sharmini Kumar

Five new books to escape into this month

Jamie Walton, an ecological gardener and best-selling author. Photo SAMUEL BINSTEAD

Jamie Walton, an ecological gardener and best-selling author. Photo SAMUEL BINSTEAD

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Global internet sensation creating ‘vibrant’ community garden in North Yorks town

Fronted by presenters and property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer

Fronted by presenters and property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer

Popular TV show on look-out for for people in North Yorkshire

Marcus Skeet, who lives in Norton, set off from Lands End at the beginning of April

Marcus Skeet, who lives in Norton, set off from Lands End at the beginning of April

Teenager in epic 1,600km run for mental health charity

Actor James Norton with some of the staff at St Leonard's Hospice in York

Actor James Norton with some of the staff at St Leonard's Hospice in York

Actor James Norton helps raise £18,000 for St Leonard’s Hospice

King Charles III

King Charles III

King Charles III

King praises regional journalists as Newsquest staff attend Buckingham Palace

Actor James Norton during a recent visit to Malton

Actor James Norton during a recent visit to Malton

James Norton addresses rumours he’s ‘set to be the next James Bond’

Let’s Dance with Angela Rippon!

Ampleforth College Christmas play in 1999. THE MYSTERIES, from left, Christian Shepherd 14, Annie Ellis 14, Peter Westmacott 16 and James Norton 14

Ampleforth College Christmas play in 1999. THE MYSTERIES, from left, Christian Shepherd 14, Annie Ellis 14, Peter Westmacott 16 and James Norton 14

'I had my first taste of fame in the Gazette & Herald'- actor James Norton reveals

The Reverend Richard Coles who is coming to Malton. Photo Natalie Dawkins

The Reverend Richard Coles who is coming to Malton. Photo Natalie Dawkins

Reverend Richard Coles

Rev Richard Coles to appear at Milton Rooms in Malton

Sophia Loren aon the set of Lady L at Castle Howard.

Sophia Loren aon the set of Lady L at Castle Howard.

Action!11 amazing photos of Hollywood legend filming at local landmark

Author of Insatiable and Careering, Daisy Buchanan is an award-winning journalist, author, broadcaster. Sarah Kate Photography

Author of Insatiable and Careering, Daisy Buchanan is an award-winning journalist, author, broadcaster. Sarah Kate Photography

Kemps Bookstore to welcome Daisy Buchanan in the first event for 2025

Care staff from across North Yorkshire’s Saint Cecilia’s Care Group took centre stage as the company held its second awards night.

Care staff from across North Yorkshire’s Saint Cecilia’s Care Group took centre stage as the company held its second awards night.

Saint Cecilia’s celebrates in style

Author Graham Taylor

Author Graham Taylor

Priest who helped get rid of the ghosts

Ricky Gervais with distillery staff

Ricky Gervais with distillery staff

Top celebrity calls in to see his distillery near York

Join Kemps on October 16 for a special evening in conversation with novelist Victoria Hislop at the newly refurbished Wesley Centre

Join Kemps on October 16 for a special evening in conversation with novelist Victoria Hislop at the newly refurbished Wesley Centre

Brilliant line-up of events as we head into Autumn at Kemps

In Conversation with James Norton at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre

Rachel Modest, a singer, songwriter, musical director and performer, who appeared on the ITV talent programme in 2022, was invited to Malton School as part of a programme of speakers

Rachel Modest, a singer, songwriter, musical director and performer, who appeared on the ITV talent programme in 2022, was invited to Malton School as part of a programme of speakers

Semi-finalist on TV's The Voice makes inspiring visit to Malton School

Valuers Charlotte Trueman and Charlotte Durston with the guitar case and insert Eric Clapton

Valuers Charlotte Trueman and Charlotte Durston with the guitar case and insert Eric Clapton

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Empty guitar case connected to musician Eric Clapton sold at auction

Author Annie Garthwaite, well-known historian and broadcaster, Dan Jones and Harry Whittaker, the son of renowned author Lucinda Riley

Author Annie Garthwaite, well-known historian and broadcaster, Dan Jones and Harry Whittaker, the son of renowned author Lucinda Riley

Fantastic programme of events at Kemps with several big names right on your doorstep