News Roll

Last week we were joined by Finlay Hanson who did some work experience with us. We put him through his paces in various areas of the building including the Craft Gallery, the Coffee Shop, reception, archives and marketing. He really impressed us with his positive, friendly attitude and willingness t...

We are pleased to share that Open Studios will return this September on Saturday, 27 and Sunday 28. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the workspace of some of the Studio Artists who are based here. The artists will be situated in their studios for the weekend ready to welcome visitors and d...

Have you voted for your favourite artwork in this year’s Humber to The Wash Open Exhibition yet?On your next visit to The Ropewalk, make sure you browse both the Artspace and Gallery One and admire all the incredible art on display, from both professional and amateur artists living or working in the...

This month the Hallmark Room is dedicated to the work of Janis Goodman has worked as a printmaker in Leeds for over thirty years.She has a background in architecture and alongside this worked as a cartoonist, with work published in Spare Rib and the New Statesman. She moved from London in 1982 to wo...

Fridays at The Ropewalk now come with the perfect way to wind down after a busy week - freshly made pizza, pasta, and a variety of tempting puddings, served weekly from 5pm to 7.30pm.You can expect a selection of classic pizzas, hearty pasta dishes, and a choice of puddings made on-site to round off...

We are holding another of our popular Step Back In Time sessions on Thursday June 26th in Ropery Hall between 6.30pm and 8.30pm. Volunteer Co-ordinator Caroline Edwards has once more delved into the Barton photographic archives and will present a selection of images that she hopes you can help to id...