Sharing the stories of the people and places of the Yorkshire Dales National Park
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Activity with traditional toys and games such as wallops, skittles and more. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join us in our traditional farmhouse kitchen where Mrs H will explain dairying processes, such as butter and cheese making. included in museum admission.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by Tony Keates on Wensleydale industrials past. Included in museum admission. Part of our Dales industrial heritage talk series.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by Richard Mathews on the mystery surrounding Buckden Bill - the body in the mine. Included in museum admission. Part of our Dales industrial heritage talk series. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join us in our traditional farmhouse kitchen where Mrs H will explain the methods of preserving foods, such as pickling and salting. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by author David Joy as part of the launch for his new book "Discover your woods : Trees in the Dales". Included in museum admission.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by author David Joy on the history of lead mining in the Dales. Included in museum admission. Part of our Dales industrial heritage talk series.Continue reading
See two short plays back to back. The first tells the story of Dales lead miners and the second explores the efforts of Dales Nurses (Voluntary Aid Detachment Nurses) during WW1. The cast of this production are from Richmondshire Youth Theatre, who provide high quality youth theatre opportunities within the Dales. The members of the group will also be in character within the galleries, helping to bring the stories of the Dales to life. This production is funded by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authorities Sustainable Development Fund and supported by the Dales Countryside Museum. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
See two short plays back to back. The first tells the story of Dales lead miners and the second explores the efforts of Dales Nurses (Voluntary Aid Detachment Nurses) during WW1. The cast of this production are from Richmondshire Youth Theatre, who provide high quality youth theatre opportunities within the Dales. The members of the group will also be in character within the galleries, helping to bring the stories of the Dales to life. This production is funded by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authorities Sustainable Development Fund and supported by the Dales Countryside Museum. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by Museum Officer Sarah Binks - Lambert on the important work of the museum volunteers. Bring your donations and enjoy a social evening as part of the Friends of the Museum Annual Gift Day. Free - donations welcome.Continue reading
Join crafts specialist Lorna Singleman for a demonstration in oak swill and hazel basket making. Oak swill basketry is an endangered craft unique to South Cumbria. It is a methods that involves splitting wood to weave to create an extremely strong basket. Included in museum admission. Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have ago at traditional felting methods. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
An illustrated talk by Dave Carlisle on the work and research of the Earby Mining Research Group from the last 50 years. The museum has a collection of objects that were discovered and rescued by this group including the providence mine waterwheel from Kettlewell. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join us in our traditional farmhouse kitchen where Mrs. H will explain all about the hard work involved in wash days from the dolly tub to the mangle. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Learn about the traditional craft of rag-rug making. You will be tutored by renowned rug maker Heather Ritchie and will use traditional rugmaking methods to create your own rug or wall hanging. At the end of the day you will take home your own piece together with lots of ideas for making more rag rug creations at home. Materials and lunch included. 10 places available.Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have ago at making prehistoric coil pots with clay. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Drop in activity using wet felting techniques to make your own picture of wildlife including owls, butterflies, foxes and ladybirds or design your own woodland scene. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have ago at making you’re your own roman mosaics coaster. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Drop in activity whittling a stick to cook treats over an open fire. Learn how to make and cook damper bread. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have a go at making Viking brooches. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Drop in activity collecting beautiful leaves from around the museum then using them to print pictures and cards. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Learn about the traditional craft of rag-rug making. You will be tutored by renowned rug maker Heather Ritchie and will use traditional rugmaking methods to create your own rug or wall hanging. At the end of the day you will take home your own piece together with lots of ideas for making more rag rug creations at home. Materials and lunch included. 10 places available.Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have a go at making traditional toys like a thaumatrope and a peg doll.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Drop in activity to see different types of creepy crawlies up close using microscopes and magnifiers with colouring and badge making activity. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
A demonstration of traditional rug making including both proddy and hooked techniques. The demonstration will be in the new textile gallery which features the museum's rug collection. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling and explain the construction of this iconic feature of the National Park landscape, from the foundations to the top stones. In 4 short drop in sessions they talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Let's get hands on with history! Themed craft activities for children. In this activity we will have ago at our rock art taking inspiration from the prehistoric rock art found on moorlands. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Drop in activity celebrating the summer by making pieces of art using an unusual techniques like using filter paper. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join crafts specialist Lorna Singleman for a demonstration in besoms (brooms) making. Besoms are made from the young tops of birch trees bound together and attached to a handle of birch, ash or hazel. Traditional they were used in many aspects of domestic and industrial life, they are still sought after today especially for sweeping leaves or playing Quidditch. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Join Dales knitting expert Kate Trusson for a demonstration of traditional knitting with 4 needles and knitting sticks, using traditional Dales patterns. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
In the museums textile gallery there will be volunteers working on their own textile projects. Included in museum admission.Continue reading
Come and spend and enjoyable day creating a beautiful and unique keepsake rag doll to delight yourself or a loved one. Basic hand sewing skill required. Materials and lunch included. This workshop is run by Jenny Engel of Jemima & Co Rag Dolls Click here to see the website http://www.jemimaandco.com/Continue reading
Learn about the traditional craft of rag-rug making. You will be tutored by renowned rug maker Heather Ritchie and will use traditional rugmaking methods to create your own rug or wall hanging. At the end of the day you will take home your own piece together with lots of ideas for making more rag rug creations at home. Materials and lunch included. 10 places available.Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/Continue reading
An illustrated talk by David Severs on the Manorial rolls of Snape and Well in the 17th century. The manorial rolls record the meetings of the manorial court which covered issues such as rent and estates holdings. Part of the Friends of the Museum annual lecture programme. Free - donations welcome.Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog /https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/ Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/ Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/Continue reading
Annual General Meeting of the Friends of the Dales Countryside Museum followed by a talk by Tony Keates on the history of Melmerby Griff Mill. Free - donations welcome.Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/Continue reading
Pop in and see Curriculum Kitchen's Jane Sammells as she talks about how cheese and butter were made at home in a traditional Yorkshire Dales` farmhouse. Learn the difference between rennet and whey and see a demonstration of butter making. Part of the Dairy Days Project celebrating Wensleydale's Dairying Heritage. Included in museum admission. The Dairy Days Project aims to record, research and share Wensleydale’s dairying heritage. It is run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority with a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Find out more on the project blog https://blog.yorkshiredales.org.uk/dairy-days/Continue reading
Fun printing with artist Gill Kirk. Create your own landscape scene using monoprinting techniques complete with drystone walls and woolly sheep. £3 per child.Continue reading
Come and join us in Hawes for a late night shopping event on every Friday evening in November. There will be an excellent variety of local independent shops, cafes and the Dales Countryside Museum, offering a fabulous shopping experience along with food , mulled wine, music, craft workshops and children's activities with free entry to the museum.Continue reading
Come and join us in Hawes for a late night shopping event on every Friday evening in November. There will be an excellent variety of local independent shops, cafes and the Dales Countryside Museum, offering a fabulous shopping experience along with food , mulled wine, music, craft workshops and children's activities with free entry to the museum.Continue reading
A talk by Bridget Thorntonberry on the History of Swinithwaite Hall. Part of the Friends of the Museum annual lecture programme. Free - donations welcome.Continue reading
Come and join us in Hawes for a late night shopping event on every Friday evening in November. There will be an excellent variety of local independent shops, cafes and the Dales Countryside Museum, offering a fabulous shopping experience along with food , mulled wine, music, craft workshops and children's activities with free entry to the museum.Continue reading
Come and join us in Hawes for a late night shopping event on every Friday evening in November. There will be an excellent variety of local independent shops, cafes and the Dales Countryside Museum, offering a fabulous shopping experience along with food , mulled wine, music, craft workshops and children's activities with free entry to the museum.Continue reading