Join local poet, Clare Wigzell, for an hour of quiet contemplation. We will listen to some poems, walk in silence within the abbey and grounds, connect to our inner selves.
Pre booking advised. Normal admission applies.
A special one off drop in craft and chat session for Creativity and Wellbeing Week.
Drop in, bring your own craft and have a natter.
We will provide the room, biscuits and hot drinks, and PAYF donations for this are welcome.
Join us for a look back at the end of the Second World War 80 years ago this year, with a particular focus on VJ Day (15 Aug 1945) but also looking at VE Day (8 May 1945).
We welcome any reminiscences you are happy to share with us, or memories relating to the end of conflict that have been told to you by parents or grandparents.
Tea and coffee provided, and adults of all ages welcome.
From trams to buses and cars to trains and bikes, come share your memories- good and bad - of transport in Leeds past and present.
Open to adults of all ages, with contributions from our curatorial staff. Hot drink and biscuits provided.
Free, no booking required.
A monthly series of reminiscence sessions open to adults of all ages. A chance to share your memories of children's television from the 1950s to the present, with contributions from our curatorial staff and a chance to chat over a hot drink and a biscuit. Join in our fun quiz on children's TV, and look at some of our favourite tv themed toys of yesteryear. Free drop in event.
Join Michael in this wonderful 3 hour workshop. You will be guided in how to draw a bird using basic shapes and address superficial anatomical structure. Bird talons, wings, and head will be discussed.
These skills are also fundamental in the process of creature design, game art, and character design. In the session you will primarily be using pencil and pen, yet if you would like to bring a digital tablet to work on, your more than welcome to do so!
Please note that tablets will not be provided to use in this session.
Come and join Yorkshire based poet Jamie H Scrutton in this new writing workshop. Whether you are a new, seasoned or professional writer he will take you through the fundamental steps of composing words as a performance.
This is one not to be missed!!
Embrace your inner Burlesque star in this fabulous workshop!
Hattie will be teaching you the art of the striptease, he will show you how to incorporate comedy in to your performance and you'll get to practice using a seductive veil fan.
You can wear your comfy clothes for the session or wear your best burlesque glam, we ask that you bring a robe with you and we'll provide the feather boas.
Hattie will definitely put a spell on you!
Please note - this workshop is suitable for beginners but they must be 18+
Join us for this fascinating in-person event at the M&S Archive.
Our Archivist will delve into the role of Marks & Spencer during the Second World War. Learn about the company's contributions to the war effort and how it impacted the business. Find out more about colleagues, customers and stores, Utility clothing and M&S servicemen and women around the world.
Booking is essential, head to the link below to book your place.
Dancing can be a great way to express yourself and connect with others. However, for those who are blind or visually impaired, participating in a dance workshop may seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, at Unbound Dance Theatre we have developed dance workshops specifically tailored for those with visual impairments and best of all they are free to attend in Leeds!