Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Celebrations and more

As in any community Ravenstonedale parish enjoys its fair share of 'one off' events. Only a fraction are captured for posterity on our web site but those that are appear here.
GoJim and Julie
Jim and JulieThis article will come as a complete surprise to Jim and Julie from Greenside. What a gorgeous picture, but who sent it for inclusion and why? Click on Go to find out.


GoDavid and Paula
David and PaulaOn a beautiful day in September 2007 David and Paula married at St Oswald's. Paula arrived at the church by horse-drawn carriage to become Mrs Brownrigg. David is yet another ex Young Farmer and Friends to succumb to marriage. Rumours are now rife on who will be next.
GoAlan and Hilary
Alan and HilaryAlan and Hilary tied the knot at St. Oswald's on a sunny afternoon in August 2007. Most of the village turned out to wish them well. As is the custom in Cumbria local children tied the church gates together, refusing to let Mr and Mrs Law leave the church grounds until best man Dick threw them a bag of foreign coins.
GoKeith and Margaret
Keith and Margaret On a beautiful Sunday afternoon in July 2007 Keith and Margaret hosted a joint 70th birthday. The event was held outside on an exceptionally warm day with lots of sunshine and with Wildboar and the adjoining fells as a stunning backdrop. An avid jazz fan, Keith entertained his guests with his saxophone.
GoIt's a Knockout
It's a Knockout An end of term celebration was organised by the School PTFA on a beautiful summer evening in July 2003. Held on the new millennium field the event involved lots of fun and games and was a memorable evening for all involved.
Go A Journey of Soles
Journey of Soles In the year of the millennium Ken and Kathy Trimmer walked from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of the charity Rainbow Trust. Kathy subsequently wrote an account of the walk entitled Journey of Soles. The book was published in 2003 and was launched at a book signing ceremony at The Book House in July 2003.
Go Tennis Club 50th Anniverary
Tennis Club 50th Anniverary On July 5th 2003 the tennis club held a tournament to commemorate its 50th anniversary. A light-hearted event, the tournament produced a wonderful afternoon of good crack and laughter.
GoAnnual Harvest Auction
Annual Harvest AuctionThe annual auction of harvest produce was held in our Newbiggin-on-Lune public hall on 6th October2003. Michael MG once again starred as the mad auctioneer giving a fine (as expected) performance, selling many a fine vegetable to those who inadvertently scratched their ears.