What's on in Art and sculpture

List of Events

  1. Visitor inside Roger Hiorns Seizure, 2008, Courtesy Arts Council Collection at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    Seizure Admission

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    In order to conserve the artwork and extend it's lifespan, access to Seizure is by pre-booked time slot only. Capacity is limited and we recommend booking prior to your visit to avoid disappointment. Admission to YSP is included in all Seizure tickets.
  2. A group of adults and babies sitting together in a circle. In the centre is a smiling baby crawling towards their adult.

    Sculpture Baby: Laura Ellen Bacon

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    Spend creative time with your baby and enjoy this sensory session inspired by Laura Ellen Bacon’s exhibition in the Chapel.
  3. A group of people sitting on yoga mats and practicing yoga inside a gallery space.

    Yoga and Sound Bath: Laura Ellen Bacon

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    Join us for a yoga practice in the Chapel, surrounded by the inspirational artwork of Laura Ellen Bacon.
  4. A group of adults and children drawing together outdoors

    Discover in a Day 2025

    Start your Arts Award adventure at YSP. Arts Award Discover is an introductory programme for children and young people aged up to 25.
  5. A view of trees on a sunny day

    Journey with the Trees: A Mindfulness Walk at YSP

    Join holistic wellness practitioner Amy Charles for a guided mindful walk inspired by the Tony Wade: Keepers of Time exhibition
  6. A boy taking a phone photograph of a brightly coloured mosaic Buddha figure.

    Sculpture Spy Activity

    There are around 100 outdoor sculptures to be discovered at YSP. How many will you spy today?
  7. A flock of geese flying over a lake at sunset

    Sculpture and Nature Hunt

    Seek out sculptures and discover the beauty of nature at YSP.
  8. A large tree, enclosed by a circular dry stone wall

    Andy Goldsworthy Trail

    Andy Goldsworthy has created four permanent works in the landscape at YSP. Follow our three-mile circular trail and see if you can find them all.

  9. Life Drawing: Felicity Aylieff

    Join us for a one-of-a-kind life drawing workshop inspired by Felicity Aylieff's monumental ceramics.
  10. A woman wearing protective goggles and gloves chisels a stone block with a hammer and chisel under a green canopy. Dust particles are visible in the sunlight as she focuses intently on her work in an outdoor setting.

    5 Day Stone Carving Course with Marcia Bennett Male

    Learn the traditional skill of stone carving guided by Royal Society of Sculptors member, Marcia Bennett-Male, on this 5-day specialist workshop.
  11. A large, organic sculpture made of intertwined natural materials resembles flowing waves or abstract forms. It is positioned in a bright room with large windows, contrasting with the stone floor.

    Life Drawing: Laura Ellen Bacon

    Join us for a one-of-a-kind life drawing workshop inspired by Laura Ellen Bacon's immersive willow installation.
  12. A man in an orange coat doing sign language outdoors

    British Sign Language Tour of William Kentridge: The Pull of Gravity

    Join us for a British Sign Language Sculpture tour of the dynamic William Kentridge: The Pull of Gravity exhibition in the Underground Gallery specially for BSL users.
  13. A collection of colourful human figures with geometric shaped bodies, on a blue background.

    Lesley Barnes and Ross McAuley: Mobile Assemblage Workshop

    Join artists Lesley Barnes and Ross McAuley for this mobile assemblage workshop inspired by their playful characters.