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Welcome to Charles Hutch Press, the Hutch hub for arts, culture  and What’s On in York and beyond. 

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WHO IS CHARLES HUTCH PRESS?

The Story

Charles Hutchinson has moved to pastures new yet still familiar after more than 30 years as the voice of the arts and culture at The Press, York.

Dubbed the “cultural linchpin of Yorkshire” for his distinctive coverage of theatre, music, comedy, film and the visual arts, Charles continues to work the arts beat in York and across God’s Own Arty Country.

This site provides previews, reviews, interviews and breaking news of the thriving cultural scene that he so passionately supports.

In establishing the Charles Hutchinson Culture Hub, he is also available to provide copy-writing and press services to spread your word to the media industry.

Contact Charles too for public-speaking engagements, hosting question-and-answer sessions, lecturing on journalism and the arts and radio comment.

Contact

charles.hutchinson104@gmail.com

Very mobile phone: 07958 262019

Facebook: Charles Hutchinson

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/CharlesHutchinson

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Twitter: @charleshutchpr1

Instagram: @charleshutchpress

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