Transitions: Cycles of Life

Thursday 3rd - Sunday 27th September

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Transitions: Cycles of Life is an impactful joint exhibition featuring original paintings by A.C. Telfer and mixed media work by Jane Carlisle Bellerby.

This collection serves as a visual exploration of the inevitable processes found within the natural world, specifically focusing on the fundamental stages of existence: birth, life, and death.

By intertwining the biological cycles of nature with personal journeys, the artists explore how the changing seasons mirror our own internal transformations over time.

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The exhibition is open Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 4pm.

Special celebration event: Friday18th September, 6pm - 8pm. 

Join us for drinks and live music from Anna Howells at this event that celebrates the exhibition. 

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Storytellers

Thursday 3rd - Sunday 27th September

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Visit a new solo exhibition by artist Monica Ryan at Craven Arts House.
 

Monica Ryan is an audio artist and educator based in Skipton. She is pursuing a PhD at the University of York. Her work focus on listening practices, recording and spatial audio composition.

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This exhibition is a sound installation which incorporates elements of storytelling and relates to her interest in audio and sound. 

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This exhibition is open Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 4pm. 

Naked People

Thursday 3rd - Sunday 27th September

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A collection of life drawings by A.C. Telfer exploring form and light through line, colour and texture.

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A graduate of BA (Hons) Fine Art, Hull (1986), Telfer's creative journey has included museum work, picture framing, teaching and motherhood before returning to painting and drawing. Having exhibited at events including Art in the Pen, Saltaire Open Houses and North Yorkshire Open Studios, this exhibition marks her first solo show in a decade.

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A.C Telfer’s expressive paintings celebrate the human body; its innate creativity and beauty: “Naked people are wonderful to draw. So many amazing lines, colours and shapes. There is also atmosphere, character and narrative”. We invite viewers of this exhibition to consider this context and engage openly with the work.

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This exhibition is open Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 4pm. 

Art and Contemplation:
Featuring Karen Blacklock and Shelagh Powell

7th  September - 2nd November 2026

Parcevall Hall

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The third phase of Art and Contemplation, a collaboration between Craven Arts House

and Parcevall Hall. 

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Karen Blacklock's work in this exhibition follows her usual process of creating large scale painted sketches en plein air, which are then collaged. Her textured pieces use plant life and plaster casting of plants. Shelagh Powell's mixed media, collage and acrylic works depict the subtle colours and foliage of autumn trees. Together their work reflects the richness of autumn through colour and texture. 

 Viewing opportunities: 

Opening evening: Monday 7th September, 6 -8pm 

Green Folkways Exchange

Thursday 15th October

From 7pm

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Green Folkways Exchange is a transnational ecological folklore project that reimagines 
international touring through low-carbon, community-centered artistic exchange. Built as a collaboration between partners in England, Denmark and Norway - and extended through community networks in Spain, Ukraine, Bosnia, Poland, Hungary and Greece - the project invites participants to rediscover ecological wisdom in their own cultural traditions: songs, myths, rituals, agricultural practices and oral histories.

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Sarah Smout is leading the research in the UK, with a focus on her local landscape in North Yorkshire and Pendle. Sarah invites anyone with songs, stories or memories to get in touch with her about contributing to the research.

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Register your interest 

A special community screening: The People’s Emergency Briefing

Date: 16 October 2026

Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm (doors open 6.15pm)

Venue: Craven Arts House, 55 Otley Street, Skipton, BD23 1ET

Cost: free, but seats are limited so please book in advance

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A special community screening: The People’s Emergency Briefing #PEBuk

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What’s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK?

Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening 50-minute film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like:

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• Extreme weather

• Food security

• Health

• Cost of living

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The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times) with appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden, and a range of voices from across the UK.

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View the film trailer here

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After the film there will be an open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally.

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Donations will be welcomed on the evening of the event to help us cover event running costs. 

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NOTE: recommended age limit is 16+

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Bring a friend, neighbour or family member: everyone is welcome.

If tickets sell out, you are welcome to turn up on the night on the off-chance of last-minute cancellations, but priority will go to those who have booked a ticket.

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Book Here

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Learn more at www.nebriefing.org