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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. A plate of steak and seasonal vegetables.

    Steak at The Weston

    Enjoy a five-course steak menu at The Weston, with seasonal accompaniments.
  4. A child playing with cups on a messy outdoor table

    Sculpture Adventures in the Hidden Forest: May Half Term

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    Visit the magical Hidden Forest this half term and follow your child’s imagination as they explore, create and play under a canopy of trees. Designed with under-5s in mind but all welcome.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

  7. Little Wild Wood

    Discover Little Wild Wood – our natural creative play space, designed to inspire imaginations – somewhere for kids to connect to nature and sculpture at their level.
  8. A group of people sitting in a circle on camping chairs outdoors. Trees and foliage are in the background.

    Governor Wellbeing

    For Wakefield District Governors, learn about how to take care of your mental health and wellbeing and why being outdoors, on even the gloomiest of days, is essential for a positive mindset.
  9. 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
  10. A group of people standing underneath a large tree covered in green leaves.

    School Staff CPD: Wellbeing and Nature Connection

    For all school staff from Wakefield District schools, discover Laura Ellen Bacon's installation in the Chapel and learn how to promote wellbeing in your school setting.
  11. A plate of meat and seasonal vegetables

    Summer at The Weston

    Enjoy a delicious seasonal 5-course menu at The Weston celebrating the start of the summer
  12. A group of people holding colourful placards stand outdoors in front of a group of trees.

    Teacher Study Day: Reconnect Your Senses Through Purposeful Play

    YSP and the National Arts Education Archive (NAEA) invite education professionals to an inspiring study day focussed on the upcoming exhibition: William Kentridge: The Pull of Gravity
  13. A woman in a green vest examines a large, intricately woven structure made of natural materials. She is focused on her task, standing beside the textured artwork in a well-lit indoor space with dark wooden panels in the background.

    YSP Friends and Patrons: Out-of-hours Exhibition Tour

    Exclusively for YSP Patrons and Friends, enjoy a unique opportunity to explore our latest exhibitions out of hours, with introductions from our curators.

  14. Life Drawing: Felicity Aylieff

    Join us for a one-of-a-kind life drawing workshop inspired by Felicity Aylieff's monumental ceramics.
  15. 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.
  16. An adult and child building a sculpture out of pieces of wood in an outdoor setting.

    Outdoor Sculpture Building: Come Rain, Come Shine

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    Immerse yourself in an imaginative world of sculpture making. Work and play together to build outdoor sculptures inspired by artists in the park.
  17. A black linen smock-style garment displayed on a wooden clothing stand.

    Artist Smock Making Workshop with The Stitch Society

    In this creative workshop you will create a bespoke artist smock with expert tuition from Charlotte and Gillian of The Stitch Society
  18. 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.
  19. 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.
  20. 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.
  21. Two people sat on an interactive sculpture conversing with a man giving a BSL tour.

    Signs of the Landscape

    Join us for a fascinating walk with a difference to discover and learn British Sign Language (BSL) for the nature at YSP.
  22. 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.