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Exhibitions at Nunnington Hall

Embroidery detail showing grasses
See the latest displays in Wild and Woven | © Catherine Davies

Nunnington Hall hosts a programming of changing exhibitions throughout the year. Recently we have welcomed established artists, photographers, illustrators and sculptors alongside new artists and community groups to display their work in the gallery. Discover what's on now and what is coming up next.

Wild and Woven

4 April - 10 May

Native hedgerows are a defining feature of the UK countryside, composed of a rich tapestry of shrubs and trees that have evolved alongside local wildlife. In this wide-ranging exhibition, art collective Diverse Threads 2 use textiles to respond and reflect on hedgerows' place in our ecology and shared heritage.

The exhibiting artists use different techniques within textiles and other mixed media, including print, layering, embroidery, machine stitching, appliqué, dyeing, painting, and beading.

This is an exciting opportunity to exhibit in collaboration with the National Trust to highlight the importance of hedgerows as the UK's largest nature reserve.

A quote by Catherine Davies Artist
Abstract fabric and embroidery showing leaves and seed heads
Get close to admire the details of the pieces from Diverse Threads 2 | © Catherine Davies

The gallery spaces are occasionally closed between exhibitions, please check before travelling specifically outside of stated dates.

Coming next - British Wildlife Photography Awards

16 May - 5 July

The ever-popular British Wildlife Photography Awards is back. This yearly competition celebrates the extraordinary beauty and diversity of Britain's natural world through inspirational wildlife photography and filmmaking. See the winning entries for 2026 on display at Nunnington Hall.

 

31 March – 10 May

Stephen Jack discovered the desire to make paintings during lockdown. Since then, he has gained recognition by the Royal Society of British Artists. He is drawn to the effects of light and atmosphere using the texture that can be achieved in oil paints.

Lindsey Groves is an artist based in North Yorkshire whose practice is rooted in curiosity, play and experimentation. Her paintings are based on woodland walks and the power that nature has.

Robert Dutton is a landscape artist from the village of Nunnington. Original and instinctive, his paintings are inspired by dramatic locations across Yorkshire and Cumbria.

Karina Wiles is a textile and mixed media artist based near Thirsk. Her work is inspired by and reflective of nature's textures, shapes and colours.

Paintings displayed in the community gallery at Nunnington Hall
Drop by the community gallery every six weeks to see a changing selection of local artists | © Andrew Davies

 

Available to buy

Much of the original art, and prints, are available to buy. In doing so you support the artist, the National Trust, and get a beautiful piece to enjoy at home or gift to a loved one. Don't hesitate to chat to a member of the team if you would like to know more. Thank you. 

All exhibitions are on display in the gallery on the top floor of the hall, accessed by stairs only. The gallery is open during normal opening hours and standard admission applies, there is no extra charge to visit the gallery.

 

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