Helmsley Walled Garden

13/06/2026

12/06/2026

'Sculpture in the Garden'

We're delighted to announce a special summer exhibition featuring the work of the Yorkshire Sculptors Group, opening on Saturday, the 20th of June, and continuing until Saturday, the 5th of September.

The exhibition has been carefully curated to engage with the garden’s unique character and atmosphere. The garden’s ethos of encouraging contemplation, well-being, and an appreciation of nature aligns closely with themes that have inspired sculptors throughout history and continue to resonate in contemporary practice.

Visitors will discover sculptures thoughtfully positioned throughout the garden, creating a sympathetic and enriching dialogue between artwork and landscape. The installations are designed to enhance the garden’s calming spaces and therapeutic qualities while encouraging reflection, curiosity, and conversation.

'Sculpture in the Garden' is included with ticketed admission to Helmsley Walled Garden and is free for annual members, residents' pass holders, carers, and children under 16. Booking is not required. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

Image 1: 'Fossil Fruits' by Victoria Ferrand Scott
Image 2: 'Dream Catcher' by Linda Thompson
Image 3: 'The Gatherer' by Paula Chambers

07/06/2026

This month our resident writer, Andrew Jackson , has treated us to an enchanting poem full of gratitude and nostalgia for this gentle space.

We encourage you to find a quiet corner, take some time for yourself, and allow Andrew’s words to carry you through the garden…

Head over to the News & Blog section on our website to read the full piece (link in bio).

Enjoy!

📷 Colin Dilcock

07/06/2026

Huge thanks to Francesca Needham for spending the weekend exhibiting your beautiful artwork in the Orchid House. Thank you, also, for kindly gifting this gorgeous illustration to the garden team. We love it! Especially as it was created right here in the garden 🌸

We hope our visitors enjoyed it as much as we did!

06/06/2026

'A Garden Journey', a stunning exhibition of work by Francesca Needham ends this Sunday, 7th June.

There's still lots of beautiful work available. So, come along and treat yourself to a piece of art that has evolved through a life-long emotional connection to Helmsley Walled Garden and a passion for horticulture.

Open 10am-5pm.

🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸

04/06/2026

It's National Volunteer Week!

There's not a week that goes by when we're not appreciative of our amazing volunteers. But this week we'll shout it from the roof tops!

They're the ones who greet you with a warm welcome at the admissions kiosk, help and advise you in the garden shop, and keep the garden looking fabulous throughout the season, come rain or shine. Our volunteers will also be heavily involved in our new fundraising campaign (more on that soon!).

They're our past and our future and the garden is a testament to their ongoing commitment and passion for making a difference.

So, next time you're visiting perhaps you might want to stop for a chat and say thank you.

Happy National Volunteer Week!

01/06/2026