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Exhibitions at Nunnington Hall

Beams of sunlight shine through tree branches with a soft orange glow
Beams of Brightness by Mark Richardson, one of this years winners | © Mark Richardson

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.

British Wildlife Photography Awards

16 May - 5 July

Established in 2009, the awards celebrate both the work of amateur and professional photographers and the diversity of British wildlife and wild spaces. Winning images are selected from thousands of entries in fifteen categories, including a category for film and two junior categories, to encourage young people to connect with nature through photography.

The exhibition showcases the best of our natural world and raises awareness about British biodiversity, species, and habitats.

A black and white photo of a fox walking in the centre of the image
Emerging in the Light by Chris Wardell, a runner up in this years competition | © Chris Wardell

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

11 May – 28 June

The community gallery showcases local talent, with new exhibitions every six weeks. Discover our current artists below. 

Aileen Marozzi
Based in Beverley, Aileen works mainly in acrylics and pastels, creating an eclectic mix of landscapes and detailed floral studies inspired by the Yorkshire coast and moors. A member of Hornsea Art Society, she paints regularly at Wassand Hall and has dedicated more time to her passion since retirement.

Pauline Birdi
Pauline paints in watercolour and acrylic, producing both landscapes and original design-led pieces with a focus on fine detail. She also creates semi-abstract collages using handmade materials, and explores neurological art as a mindful, therapeutic practice.

Anne Russell
Anne’s black ink drawings are inspired by woodland pathways as a metaphor for life’s journey. By stripping back colour, she emphasises form and invites viewers into a mindful exploration of nature, imagination and possibility.

Liane Johnson
Working primarily in oils, Liane creates expressive, contemporary paintings that celebrate overlooked flora, often inspired by Nunnington Hall’s gardens where she lives and works. She is also an illustrator for the National Trust, drawing inspiration from the North Yorkshire landscape.

Artworks hang on a white wall featuring close ups of natural scenes
The community gallery showcases local talent, changing every six weeks | © National Trust Images/ Sue Jordan

 

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.

 

Front of Nunnington Hall from the garden during spring

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The organic gardens at Nunnington Hall are the perfect place to relax and explore. Find hidden corners, colourful peacocks, and swathes of flowers in this sheltered and intimate garden on the edge of the river.

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Make a day of it and refuel in the Tea Room, located within the historic house with views across the garden, or head to the walled Tea Garden to relax on the riverbank. Treat yourself to a delicious scone, tasty soup or freshly prepared lunch.

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