Sunny Bank Mills Open Studios
Visit our Spinning Mill, Twisting and Red Lane Mill Studios during our Heritage Festival weekend to see what artists do all day!
Meet almost 50 talented makers and artists, discover their processes and buy new work direct from independent artists and craftspeople. Happening as part of Leeds Open Studios.
This year, we are welcoming even more local artists to exhibit their work at the Mills in our first Pop-Up Studios in the Main Yard. Come along to see the work of artists and makers usually working from home studios.
All activities listed below are open 10am – 4pm on Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September.
FREE ENTRY and suitable for all ages (no prebooking required).
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Visit our website for more details and access information.
POP-UP EXHIBITION
Visit a brand new collaborative exhibition by Kim Coley & Mel Davies in our atmospheric Spinning Mill Loft above the Spinning Mill Studios.
CLOCKING IN TRAIL
Follow the family friendly ‘Clocking In Trail’. Look for Everyday History spots around the site signposted by colourful bunting and archival photos, stamp your card at each of the 6 spots, and win a prize!
Visit the Main Yard, Bobbin Room or any set of Studios to get started.
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