Our packed events programme includes a wide range of different activities, from guided walks around Hawes to exciting activities in and around the Museum.
Events are included in Museum entry unless otherwise stated.
Don't miss out on our events and exhibitions all year round. Email here for our Annual Pass.
Women Voices and Women Votes
Friday 17 March
19:30
A talk by Ann Henderson about suffragettes in the Yorkshire Dales. Part of the Friends of the Museum annual lecture programme. Free - donations welcome.
Egg-cellent Easter Trail
Saturday 8 to Friday 23 April
10:00 - 17:00
Easter Trail with prizes - find all the clues and learn about the
egg-ceptional birds of the Yorkshire Dales.
Drystone Walling Demonstration
Tuesday 11 and 18 April
11:00 - 15:00
Join our Dales Volunteers as they showcase the traditional craft of drystone walling. From the foundations to the top stones, during five short drop-in sessions they will talk through the process of turning a pile of stones into something that will last for centuries.
Rugmaking Workshop
Wednesday 12 April
11:00 - 16:00
A full day workshop with internationally renowned rug maker Heather Ritchie. £50 including materials and light lunch.
Family Print Workshop
Saturday 15 April
10:30 - 16:00
Drop in session with artist Gill Kirk using the etching press and stencils to make multi layered artwork. Fun for all using water based inks. £3 per child.
Hawes Town Trail
Tuesday 18 April
14:00 - 16:00
Join our Dales Volunteers on this easy 2 mile guided walk exploring the historical, industrial and natural beauty of Gayle and Hawes. Free - donations welcome.
The Bedale Enclosure and Aiskew Villa
Friday 21 April
19:30
A talk by Jenny Proctor about the excavations ahead of the Bedale Bypass. Part of the Friends of the Museum annual lecture programme. Free - donations welcome.
In the Kitchen
Friday 21 April
11:00 - 15:00
Join us in our traditional farmhouse kitchen where Mrs H will explain the hard work that went on there.
The Show Must Go On! Tales from a Country Show
Saturday 22 April
14:00 - 15:00
Life behind the scenes at a traditional Dales country show. Humorous tales about the local characters who helped Kilnsey Show survive world wars, a hurricane and the infamous beer tent. An illustrated talk and book signing with author Jamie Roberts.
Barns, Walls & Bridges
Sunday 30 April
13:30 - 16:00
Join our experienced Dales Volunteers on this moderate 4 mile (6.7km) guided walk. See an old packhorse bridge and walk on part of the route used by Lady Anne Clifford as she travelled from Skipton to Penrith 450 years ago to inspect her castles. Booking Advised Adult £5, Child FREE
To book any of the events please call us on 01969 666210 or email hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk to find out more.
