Exhibitions & workshops

11am - 1:30pm at Sutton Bank National Park Centre Learn how to make a willow star ready for the festive season. It could adorn a tree or your wall. This festive willow weaving workshop is a perfect way to embrace the beauty of nature and the festive season. Set in the scenic surroundings of Sutton Bank National Park Centre, participants will have the opportunity to craft a beautiful, nature-inspired star figure using willow. Cost: £40 per person (all materials provided) Booking essential  Minimum age 8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult. The workshop is wheelchair accessible and you can read our full accessibility guide by clicking this link: AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide Sorry no dogs. Parking charges apply.

During centre opening hours at Danby Lodge National Park Centre. Join us for a programme of festive workshops or buy a loved one a truly unique and personal gift by a local artist.  Among the participating artists are: Fiona Robertson Vienna Forrester Camphill Wood Working Workshop Karen Sutcliffe Teresa Freeman Anna Cook Cath Little Fiona Arnold Josh Atkinson Artwork image: Fiona Robertson

During centre opening hours at Danby Lodge National Park Centre. The landscapes around Danby and Sutton Bank have inspired artists and writers for far longer than half a century and now they are fully fledged destinations for art lovers. These Yorkshire based artists shine a light on the beauty of the two centres.  Featuring artists: Anne Thornhill Paul Blackwell John Freeman Bruce Mulchaney Colin Cook Sue Morton Andrew Moodie Artwork image: Andrew Moodie

11am - 1:30pm at Danby Lodge National Park Centre As the festive season gets nearer, come and learn how to weave a beautiful Angel to add to your decorations. Or you may wish to design it as a tree instead – they look great with fairy lights. Either way, we will guide you through your weaving step-by-step. This festive willow weaving workshop is a perfect way to embrace the beauty of nature and the festive season. Set in the scenic surroundings of Danby Lodge National Park Centre, participants will have the opportunity to craft a beautiful, nature-inspired angel or tree figure using willow. Cost: £40 per person (all materials provided) Booking essential  Minimum age 8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult The workshop is wheelchair accessible and you can read our full accessibility guide by clicking this link: AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide Sorry no dogs. Parking charges apply.

11am - 1:30pm at Sutton Bank National Park Centre This festive wreath-making workshop is a perfect way to embrace the beauty of nature and the festive season. Set in the scenic surroundings of Sutton Bank National Park Centre, participants will have the opportunity to craft a beautiful, nature-inspired wreath using willow and a variety of foliage. Cost: £45 per person (all materials provided) Booking essential  Minimum age 8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult The workshop is wheelchair accessible and you can read our full accessibility guide by clicking this link: AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide Sorry no dogs. Parking charges apply.

11am - 1:30pm pm at Danby Lodge National Park Centre This festive wreath-making workshop is a perfect way to embrace the beauty of nature and the festive season. Set in the scenic surroundings of Sutton Bank National Park Centre, participants will have the opportunity to craft a beautiful, nature-inspired wreath using willow and a variety of foliage. Cost: £45 per person (all materials provided) Booking essential  Minimum age 8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult The workshop is wheelchair accessible and you can read our full accessibility guide by clicking this link: AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide Sorry no dogs. Parking charges apply.