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  • ‘Kirkstall Neighbours’ Workshops

    ‘Kirkstall Neighbours’ Workshops

    We are pleased to offer three free workshops for our neighbours in Kirkstall. All workshops are suitable for a variety of abilities and ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Botanical relief plaster casts Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to make relief plaster casts capturing the beauty of nature. Learn […]

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  • Improvised storytelling for absolute beginners

    Improvised storytelling for absolute beginners

    We are delighted to announce that on Friday, 18 July, Mel Taylor from Playful Being is coming to Kirkstall. Unlock your creativity with an evening of improvised storytelling. Never done anything like this before? Then this is the perfect introduction – and a great way to start the Kirkstall Art Trail weekend. After some gentle warm-ups, […]

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  • ‘Capture Kirkstall’ Photography Competition 2025

    ‘Capture Kirkstall’ Photography Competition 2025

    People and Places: A Kirkstall Photographic Competition Are you ready to show off your eye for beauty, community, and character?  Whether you’re a seasoned shutterbug or a phone-photo fanatic, we invite photographers of all skills to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Kirkstall. The brief Submit your most powerful portraits and striking scenes. From familiar faces […]

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  • Poetry Trail application 2025

    Poetry Trail application 2025

    After a successful launch in 2024, the Poetry Trail is returning to the Art Trail, promising more steps, stanzas, and a sensational selection of poetry. Kirkstall Art Trail takes place on Saturday 19 July and Sunday 20 July 2025. The original trail featured twenty-four poems on lampposts, fences, and other street furniture; our aim for […]

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  • Fashion Show Application 2025

    Fashion Show Application 2025

    Register your interest to take part in the 2025 Kirkstall Art Trail Fashion Show. Walk your work down the gorgeous Abbey at Kirkstall on Saturday 19 July. In 2024, we held our very first fashion show, and it was such a huge success that we want to bring it back bigger and better. This year, […]

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