Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Awarded Visitor Attraction of the Year in 2023, Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is an inspiring day out for families, nature lovers, art aficionados and walkers alike. Explore over 90 outdoor sculptures by well-known names, including Barbara Hepworth, Damien Hirst and Antony Gormley, on and around 500 acres of historic parkland, woodland and lakes. With a programme of temporary exhibitions across several indoor galleries there is always something new to see.

Come rain or shine, YSP is a fun day out for all ages. Younger visitors can enjoy free creative activities and trails designed to inspire imaginations. Discover Little Wild Wood, an outdoor natural play space to build dens, jump through trees, and get closer to nature and art.

Enjoy delicious locally sourced and freshly prepared food at the several cafés across YSP’s grounds. Visitors coming together to mark a special occasion can indulge in Afternoon Tea or a celebratory three course meal at The Weston restaurant.

No visit would be complete without a trip to the award-winning gift shop, where you can buy artisan food and drink products, from gin infused with hand foraged botanicals from the grounds to honey from bees at YSP. The design conscious can treat themselves to exclusive limited-edition prints, ceramics, jewellery and much more.

YSP’s habitats supports a wide variety of flora and fauna, perfect for visitors who enjoy bird watching or seasonal blooms. Encounter flocks of frolicking sheep and laid-back Highland cattle which roam next to sculpture by some of the best international modern and contemporary artists going.

Conveniently located near Wakefield, Leeds, and Sheffield, YSP is easy to reach by car from the M1 (junction 38), by bus (96 from Wakefield and Barnsley), and by train to Wakefield Westgate and a taxi. Car parking is always free, and there are several disabled bays available for pre-booking.

YSP welcomes all well-behaved dogs to join in the adventure. Water stations are available throughout the grounds or treat them to a thirst-quenching dog ice cream at The Café at YSP Learning.

A registered charity and accredited museum, YSP is a place for people to come together and make lasting memories. Standard entry to YSP is £9.50 with discounted tickets available. 18s and under go free.

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