The Big Bog Weekend
Celebrate the wonder of peatlands with a day of talks, events and activities.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Visitors can enjoy talks, films, hands-on demonstrations, creative workshops and family activities.
Saturday
A lively day of talks, art and discovery.
- Meet Peat Appreciation Society artists including Sheila Tilmouth, Katie Bates and Paul Knights.
- Discover the hidden world of moss with Johnny Turner, Calderdale based bryologist (yes - a moss expert!)
- Learn all about the amazing sphagnum moss and its propagation with Gill Wrigley from the Calderdale Sphagnum Project.
Sunday
A relaxed day focused on nature, science and hands on learning.
- Listen to talks from Peat Appreciation Society artists including Rachel Hawthorn, Sally Barker and Jo Kennedy.
- Talk from the National Trust about their moorland restoration work at Marsden Moor.
- Explore peatland science and the Great North Bog with Moors for the Future.
- Watch inspiring films at the WaterLANDS Bog Film Fest, introduced by Josh Cohen (University of Leeds) and chat to the directors about their films and inspirations.
Both days: family friendly, self led moorland art activities, plus National Trust Rangers and West Yorkshire Fire Service in the courtyard sharing conservation and wildfire advice.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Booking details
No need to book - just turn up!
- Suitability
Children are welcome.
- Meeting point
The exhibition will take place on the upper floors of Gibson Mill.
- What to bring and wear
No special equipment.
- Accessibility
Full access statement can be found on our homepage.
- Other
No dogs inside the Mill please, although they are welcome on site.
Contact info
Hardcastle Crags Estate Office/Gibson Mill
Upcoming events
Mill exhibition: Peat Appreciation Society
Discover why peatlands matter in this art‑meets‑nature exhibition.
Live Wild: Bushcraft taster sessions
Join our expert Bushcraft Instructors, Leonie and Thryn, for a practical, hands-on experience at the beautiful Hardcastle Crags.
Live Wild: Foraging taster sessions
Join Live Wild foraging expert, Leonie, for a fun and informative foray into the practice of foraging.
Live Wild: Bushcraft and survival day
Join Live Wild for an immersive introduction to the world of bushcraft in the woodland here at Hardcastle Crags.