The Handy Mags are the essential free local lifestyle magazines for York and Ryedale and have been part of local life for 15 years.
Every month we publish two full-colour lifestyle magazines, that drop through the letterboxes of 53,000 homes and businesses throughout Ryedale and the north of York. Locally based, we’re passionate about supporting our local area – helping businesses, local people and local events, for the benefit of everyone.
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LOCAL LIFE
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by Claire Brash MRCVS, Station House Vets At the practice we look forward to the arrival off our Hills nutritional advisor, Leigh, as he always brings us pens and a …
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by Christine Parker, BDS (GDC 72136), Howardian Dental Practice There’s nothing like the start of a New Year to make us look at our hopes for what it will bring. This …
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By David Carruthers of Conexo Travel, Haxby Events are moving swiftly in the travel industry, and as I write this the UK is about to embark upon the vaccination process …
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Gerard Taylor Ltd is a local family-run business that employs a strong, tight-knit team of local and fully qualified tradesmen, including builders, roofers, plasterers, and joiners. Gerard Taylor has over …
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After a very tough year, Corinne Tarbuck, local Slimming World consultant in Haxby, is bringing hope to those who want to make a fresh start for 2021. In autumn 2020, …
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A Very Magical Adventure gives new hope to out of work actors who have suffered financially and psychologically throughout lockdown. A Very Magical Adventure was launched during the pandemic and …
by Jeff Bentley, TLC Counselling I am writing this on April 27th for the June edition and realise that when you read this some of the issues we are currently …
by Kevin Arksey, owner of Xercise Fitness This time last year both members and the gym team alike were looking forward to the festive season, all of us blissfully unaware …
Optimism by the Pastoral Poet Hail a new beginning, the year has turned, The completion of the annual round. The tallow of time has steadfastly burned, And renewed enthusiasms abound. …
Established interiors business chooses Bishy Road When many businesses are closing, Susie Brown, founder and owner of the Curtain Exchange in Boston Spa has decided to relocate her successful soft …
Financial Pressure and Volunteer Shortages Stretch Ryedale District Charities. https://t.co/uIaGoDL1VW @CommFirstYorks
Our covers for our February 2021 editions: https://t.co/PVWGo7d4Le
Our January #bookshop feature is @kempsshop in Malton!
A brand new North Yorkshire bookshop that offers a wonderful selection of books meaning that there really is something for everyone.
Take a peek inside and learn more about shop on our blog:
https://t.co/JDwkSemqzi
Please avoid County Bridge between Malton & Norton it has been closed along with Norton Road.
Flood warnings have also been issued for the River Seven at Great Barugh, Sinnington, Marton & Normanby.
Thanks to @Malton_NYFRS & @RyedaleDC for working hard & extra pumps. @BBCYork https://t.co/JNfdor3Hgw
If your charity is under pressure and you need support, please contact our @VCSESupportNY team. We can help!
@HelpRyedale @CharterRyedale @ryedalemumbler @RyedaleConnect @RyedaleDC https://t.co/e74mNgjjNa
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by Jeff Bentley, TLC Counselling I am writing this on April 27th for the June edition and realise that when you read this some of …
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Five-year-old Frilly hasn’t had the best time recently. This pretty little cat initially came to us in February, heavily pregnant with her 4th litter and …
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The volunteers and dogs at Ryedale Dog Rescue are looking forward to a successful 2021, hopefully without the drama and uncertainty of 2020. Last year …
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by Mark Dunsmore We have a lot of responsibility on our shoulders — being a dad, a husband, a brother, an uncle, the odd job …
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Are you aged between 18 and 60, female or male, and considering further income? Want a new challenge? Would you like to gain new skills …
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COVID-19 has certainly impacted on our fundraising events, not only on the money we raise, but also on the social aspect. We have really missed …
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The present Malton war memorial on the junction on Yorkersgate is now well over 100 years old. Originally there was a simple stone plinth Memorial …
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Back in October 2020, Malton Town Council and Malton in Bloom ran a competition for readers of the Handy Mag to come up with a …
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by Marianne Long, Editor Welcome to our January edition. We have within ourselves / Enough to fill the present day with joy, / And overspread …
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Thank you to every person and organisation who supported our area in 2020. We know we haven’t been able to mention everyone, but we wish …