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Yorkshire Sculpture Park: review and tips for your visit

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The Yorkshire Sculpture Park was the UK’s first open-air gallery for contemporary and modern sculpture, and is still one of the largest in the world at 224 acres (that’s bigger than Disneyland!).

We visited Yorkshire Sculpture Park on a beautiful sunny day in July and thought it was a brilliant day trip. Here’s what to expect when you visit Yorkshire Sculpture Park (sometimes known as YSP) and some tips for your visit.

Visiting Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Yorkshire Sculpture Park makes a great day out. Getting to YSP is really easy, there’s lots to see and the surroundings are beautiful.

Most visitors enter the site at the main entrance, which takes you through one of the original Bretton Hall gates and is the closest entrance to the YSP Centre, where you’ll find two restaurants (both with outdoor seating), toilets, an information desk and a shop.

The dramatic lines of Yorkshire Sculpture Park's YSP centre. A modern building with wooden walls and a metal balcony. The roof narrows to a sharp point.

What can you see at Yorkshire Sculpture Park?

The YSP Centre is at the top of the hill, with lovely views over the parkland. From the YSP Centre you can either walk through to the Garden Gallery and Underground Gallery, or you can walk down the gentle slope into the park.

The first sculpture you’ll see is a set of three Henry Moore bronzes – Upright Motives No. 1 and Glenkiln Cross; No. 2 and No. 7. By this point you’ll probably have met some of the park’s residents; there’s a flock of sheep, a herd of Highland cows and various wildfowl, including a couple of swans.

To the left as you head down the slope towards the lake is a path leading to the old chapel. The chapel was deconsecrated and converted into an exhibition space in 2009; when we visited, there was a work by Ai Weiwei (Iron Tree) outside and an exhibition by Rachel Kneebone (399 Days) inside the chapel. Previous exhibitions in the chapel have included Kimsooja’s To Breathe, Chiharu Shiota’s Beyond Time and James Lee Byars’ The Angel.

The old Bretton Hall chapel with an iron tree sculpture next to it. The chapel is an old stone building in the classical style, with a circular tower topped with a small dome. There are people entering the chapel gallery on the left hand side and some leaving on the right, walking into the graveyard which is grassy and full of trees.

Heading further down the hill from the chapel, you’re likely to come across more sculptures. At Yorkshire Sculpture Park, works are dotted throughout the landscape. The area near the dam is a particularly important part of the site; when we visited there were four Damien Hirst works on display (Charity, Myth, The Hat Makes the Man and The Virgin Mother).

Damien Hirst's The Virgin Mother at Yorkshire Sculpture Park. A very tall sculpture of a pregnant young woman stands in a parkland landscape. You can just see that the skin on one of her legs has been peeled away; the other side of the sculpture shows the foetus inside her.

Nearby is The Weston, Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s newest building which opened in 2019 and was shortlisted for the Stirling Prize, which recognises excellence in architecture. It’s been designed to complement its surroundings and has many eco-friendly features, the most obvious of which is the wildflower roof. The Weston has a restaurant, shop and an elegant, airy gallery.

The light, airy gallery at The Weston. When we visited there was an exhibition of Miro prints on show.

The other major gallery at Yorkshire Sculpture Park is the Underground Gallery, near the YSP Centre. The Underground Gallery is a long, cool series of rooms (it’s great for cooling down on a hot day!) which hosts a rotating series of special exhibitions. Above the Underground Gallery is the Garden Gallery, while outside you’ll find the old formal gardens.

The Underground Gallery at Yorkshire Sculpture Park. A long, glass-fronted modern building with a walkway in front. There is a large sculpture of a mirrored masquerade mask on the grass on the other side of the walkway.

When did the Yorkshire Sculpture Park open?

The park was created in 1977 in the grounds of Bretton Hall, an 18th century stately home , later a higher education college (it’s now being converted into a hotel). The house is Grade II listed, and was built in 1720, replacing a house that had been on the site since at least the 1500s. The parkland was carefully designed by landscape gardeners in the 18th and early 19th century to look natural; the river Dearne, which runs through the site was dammed to form the two lakes that visitors to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park see today.

Bretton Hall and its lovely parkland surroundings. There is a lake with reeds in the foreground of the image. Further back is rolling green grass and trees. In the distance there is an old country hall in golden stone.

In 1977 a lecturer from the college proposed using the parkland to display works of sculpture and opening up the grounds to the public so that everyone can enjoy them.

Where to eat at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Since your visit to YSP is likely to last several hours, chances are you’ll want to get something to eat or drink.

There are a few options inside the park:

  • There’s a cafe and coffee shop at the YSP Centre, near the main entrance. Both sell sandwiches, drinks and ice creams; the upstairs cafe (called The Kitchen) has hot food too and has a balcony where you can enjoy views over the park while you eat. The Kitchen takes bookings for afternoon tea – the cakes did look amazing!
  • The restaurant at The Weston is the fanciest at YSP with table service and a seasonal, sustainable menu. I didn’t eat there but it’s a lovely, airy space and the food looked great.
  • The YSP Learning centre has a cafe selling takeaway drinks and sandwiches.
  • The Longside Gallery has a kiosk where you can buy drinks, snacks and ice creams, but its opening hours are fairly limited and it’s only open when there’s an exhibition on.

One of the most popular options for food at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park is to bring your own and have a picnic. There are lots of lovely spots so it’s a great option for sunny days.

Henry Moore's bronze Two Large Forms. Two greeny-coloured, large bronze sculptures are set in a rolling landscape at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. A flock of Canada geese are enjoying eating the grass next to the sculpture.

How to get to Yorkshire Sculpture Park

It’s really easy to get to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. It’s in West Bretton, near Wakefield and Barnsley and only 20 miles from both Leeds and Sheffield. It’s just a mile from the M1 junction 38.

If you’re using public transport, the nearest mainline station is Wakefield Westgate which has regular services to Leeds and London. A taxi to YSP will cost about £10. The number 96 bus between Wakefield and Barnsley stops at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, although there’s no service on Sundays.

Ai Weiwei's Circle of Animals / Zodiac Heads. A series of bronze animal heads depicting the Chinese zodiac signs stand on poles in a grassy park. They are set in a circle.

Are dogs allowed at Yorkshire Sculpture Park?

Yes, but not everywhere. Dogs aren’t allowed inside any of the buildings, and they’re also not allowed on certain parts of the walks in Menagerie Wood or the Upper Lake, to protect the farm animals and wildlife. Dogs have to be kept on a short lead at all times and there are dog poo bins around the park.

Other things to do nearby

There are lots of things to do in the area. If you enjoyed the sculpture at the park, you must visit the Hepworth gallery in Wakefield and the Henry Moore Foundation in Leeds. The National Coal Mining Museum for England is less than 5 miles away and gives visitors the chance to go underground in an old coal mine. Whistlestop Valley (formerly the Kirklees Light Railway) is a great attraction for families with heritage train rides and lots of fun things to do with little ones.

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Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Yorkshire Sculpture Park is the leading international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture, set within the 500-acre, 18th-century Bretton Hall estate in West Yorkshire.

Founded in 1977, YSP was the first sculpture park in the UK, and is the largest of its kind in Europe, providing the only place in Europe to see Barbara Hepworth’s The Family of Man in its entirety alongside a significant collection of sculpture, including bronzes by Henry Moore, and site-specific works by Andy Goldsworthy, David Nash and James Turrell.

YSP was named Art Fund Museum of the Year in 2014 and celebrated its 40th birthday in 2017.

All visitors are advised to book a ticket in advance which can be done at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park website.

Opening times

Grounds, YSP centre open: 10am – 6pm

Shop: 10am–5pm

Gates locked: 6pm

All visits must be booked in advance

Shop, café, picnic areas, tours, toilets, full disabled access, baby change, Changing Places toilet facility, car park (charges apply), family activities

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Henry Moore in the Country Park. Reproduced by Permission of The Henry Moore Foundation

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The Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is an enormous 500-acre open air gallery that truly highlights the beautiful relationship between art and nature.

Where better to explore stunning English countryside and discover monumental sculpture than at Yorkshire Sculpture Park . Whether you’re a Henry Moore fan or enjoy whiling away your time in a James Turell contemplative light installation, YSP is the ideal location for an art day trip. As these photographs reveal, who needs white-walled galleries when you have such verdant landscape.

Henry Moore in the Country Park

Henry Moore in the Country Park. Reproduced by Permission of The Henry Moore Foundation

Jaume Plensa, Wilsis, 2016

Henry moore, three piece reclining figure no 1, 1961-2.

Henry Moore, Three Piece Reclining Figure No 1, 1961-2. Reproduced by Permission of The Henry Moore Foundation

Anthony Caro, Promenade, 1996

Anthony Caro, Promenade, 1996

Barbara Hepworth, Square with Two Circles, 1963

Barbara Hepworth, Square with Two Circles, 1963

Ai Weiwei, Circle of Animals / Zodiac Heads (detail), 2010

Ai Weiwei, Circle of Animals / Zodiac Heads (detail), 2010

Helen Escobedo, Summer Fields, 2008

Helen Escobedo, Summer Fields, 2008

Michael Zwingmann, Invasion, 1999

Michael Zwingmann, Invasion, 1999

James Turrell, Skyspace in the Deer Shelter, 2006

James Turrell, Skyspace in the Deer Shelter, 2006

Zak Ové, Black and Blue The Invisible Man and the Masque of Blackness, 2016-17

Zak Ové, Black and Blue The Invisible Man and the Masque of Blackness, 2016-17

David Nash, Seventy-one Steps, 2010

David Nash, Seventy-one Steps, 2010

Henry Moore, Draped Seated Woman, 1957-58

Henry Moore, Draped Seated Woman, 1957-58. Reproduced by Permission of The Henry Moore Foundation

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TOP-11 Moscow Parks to Visit

I have chosen the best 11 Moscow parks to visit and spend a beautiful time for you. Do not miss and choose one that you like the most – cycling, festivals, flowers, panoramic views and many other things are waiting for you!

Gorky Park (The Central Park of Culture and Leisure) – The main one of the Moscow Parks

In my opinion this park could be called the main park of the city. Why? Because of its huge territory, the central location and the amount of people visiting the park daily.  It was founded in 1928 and in 2011 it was totally reconstructed. Now it pleases visitors with modern objects and soft green lawns.

  • Oktybrskaya or Park Kultuty metro station, Krimsky Val, 9

The Gorky park is a the right choice for everyone! The youth will like a free WiFi, bicycles, skateboards and other rentals; the couples will enjoy spending time near the river, watching a sunset; parents will appreciate colorful playgrounds and a room for mother and child. Everyone can find something for themselves: from yoga classes  to watching movies in a cozy summer cinema, from dance classes to volleyball playground. Gorky Park is also the venue for all kinds of exhibitions, festivals, events for children and adults. During the winter there is one of the biggest skating rinks in the park.

Museon Art Park – A Second Gorky they say

“Museon” is located on the opposite side of Krimsky Val street. And right now some people believe that Gorky and Museon together is a one space sharing the same beauty.

  • Oktybrskaya or Park Kultuty metro station, Krimsky Val, 2

The Park of Arts was named this way because there is the largest composition of open-air sculptures in Russia. In its territory there are already more than 1000 unique exhibits: from monuments of the socialist realism era to various kinds of contemporary art. But this is not all the attractions of the park. In recent years, “Museon” has become an important cultural site of the city. The park regularly hold many different concerts, festivals, educational projects in the field of art and design. There is a Central House of the Artist, a comfortable summer cinema and other attractions on territory. Be sure to stroll pedestrian Crimean embankment, which looks like a modern park.

Neskuchny Garden – True Russian Nature is Here

Neskuchny garden is located on the right bank of the Moscow River. Today it is also seen as a part of the Gorky Park. This landscape park is one of the oldest in the city and is protected by the state. Its name was received from the Neskuchnoye Estate of  Prince Trubetskoi which is still located in the park.

  • Leninsky Prospekt metro station, Leninsky Prospect, 30

This park is famous mostly for its location close to the Gorky park. It is a quite place with true nature, lots of trees and squirrels and also ancient architecture. As in every park, there are sports and playgrounds, cafes and even a football field.

Zaryadye Park – 5 Steps Away From The Red Square

The area of this brand new park was opened only in September 2017 and located in the very heart of Moscow – right near the Red Square.

  • Open from 10AM to 10PM
  • Teatralnaya, Okhotnyi ryad, Ploschad Revolutsii

The park has 4 zones, each of them represent different parts of Russian landscapes. Above the river there is a floating bridge from where you get to see one of the best panoramic views on Moscow. Other attractions of the park are 5D cinema where you can take a flight above Moscow, few cafes and restaurants, pretty lakes with fishes and old preserved churches. In addition there is still being built a  philharmonic hall, covered with a huge dome and an Ice cage where the temperature will always stay below zero degrees.

When you are on the Red Square do not miss it!

All-Russia Exhibition Center (VDNKh) – The Soviet Style Moscow Park

Park VDNKh – one of the most famous parks in Moscow. This park is one of the sights of the city as it hasn’t changed much since the Soviet era.

  • VDNKh metro station, Prospect Mira, 119

The symbol of VDNKh is a fountain with 16 women symbolizing the friendship of the nations of the USSR. Around this fountain there are all the pavilions representing 16 republics. Now inside the pavilions you find various shops, cafes and exhibitions. If you go deep inside the park you will find a rocket Vostok and and an aircraft. What is funny the inside of the aircraft there is actually a photo exhibition. Near the northern entrance you there is a famous sculpture “Worker and Kolkhoz Woman”. It is extremely famous among Russians as all the movies by Mosfilm corporation used to start with the picture of this statue. But if you go further inside the park you will reach a very calm area. A lake is there, forest and birds singing. Since the park occupies a large area I suggest you to rent a bicycle.

Sokolniki Park – A Place For A Hunt Or For Leisure?

The park got its name because of the royal falconry, which took place there in the past when there was a dense forest. (Sokol means a falcon.) In 2011 it was significantly transformed: updated lawns, landscaped ponds and picnic areas, restored summer cinema and theater, a large rose garden, sports grounds, bicycle paths and other things.

  • Sokolniki metro station, Sokolnichesky Val, 1, p. 1

From the main entrance along the alley you can walk to the Sokolniki circle, where 8 alleys form 9 sectors, in each of them you will find trees of the same breed.  The park is famous for its rosary, as well as flower decoration. On the territory of the park there are concert halls, a library, amusement zone, dances zone and many many other attractions. In winter the park has a skating rink (a free of charge one) and ski runs. During the warm season you can rent a bicycle.

Tsaritsino Park – A Different World Inside Moscow

Here you can walk for hours, admiring the most beautiful nature and magnificent architecture.

  • Open from 6AM to 12AM
  • Tsaritsyno metro station, Dolsky, 1

The most amazing part of the park is the lake with a light and musical fountain. Every evening the fountain starts the show. Lights and music combined make you feel like you are not in Moscow but in a fairy tale. The park is also well equipped for sports lovers and healthy lifestyle. There are volleyball and basketball courts, a tennis court, sports facilities for acrobatics, bodybuilding equipment.

What I personally like about this park is the atmosphere. This place is actually far from the city center but I love going there anyway. Whenever I go there I feel like I left Moscow with all its hectic lifestyle. It is the place where I relax, enjoy myself or a company of my friends and feel kind of different. By the way totally suggested for a date!

Kolomenskoye Park – Combination Of Reserve and Architecture

The Kolomenskoye park is actually a Museum-Reserve. It is a former residence of Russian tsars and one of the most scenic places in Moscow.

  • May to September – open from 8AM to 12AM, October to April – from 8AM to 9PM
  • Kolomenskoye metro station, Andropov Ave, 39

 Alike with Tsaritsino park Kolomenskoye park has its own special atmosphere with all the architecture, trees, ponds and even a river bank. The park regularly hosts various folk festivals and different fairs. In summer time you can play with kites or rent a bicycle and ride around the huge area of the park.

I love the view that you get on the city from one of the hills near the river. I love the apple trees alleys and the beautiful churches. It is also a bit far from the city center but yet worth going there. One of my best friends even celebrated her wedding there.

Aptekarsky Garden or Botanical garden of the Moscow State University – The Best Botanical Garden in The World

Aptekar in Russian language means a pharmacist so basically it is a pharmacist’s garden. It was founded in 1706 by Peter The Great for growing medicinal plants for the royal family. But later they moved it from under the walls of the Kremlin to the current location.

  • Open from 10AM to 8PM
  • Prospect Mira metro station, Prospekt Mira, 26

In the botanical garden there are no attractions and noisy crowds of tourists. The area of the garden is not as big as any other park in Moscow. And the entrance is not free. But this exactly what makes this park one of the most comfortable in the city. In the Aptekarsky garden they grow thousands of different plants, flowers and trees. Some of the trees are more than 300 years old. They held different festivals there: flowers festivals, sand and ice sculptures expositions.

For me it is one of the most beautiful parks not only in Moscow but in the world. I have never seen so many different flowers and plants anywhere else. And trust me I am a real park lover. And what is more the staff really takes care about every single tree or plant there, some of the trees have names and stories. I love it there and I think the price is really worth what you get.

Victory Park – A Park That Makes Us Remember The War

The park is located on the Poklonnaya Hill and it has one of the world’s largest memorial complexes dedicated to the World War II. The park was opened for the 50th anniversary of the Victory on May 9, 1995. It is also one of the main venues in the city for holding a variety of mass events.

  • Park Pobedy metro station, Brothers Fonchenko, 7

On the main avenue of the park there are with 1418 fountains – exactly as long as the war lasted. Fountains make five water terraces, symbolizing five years of military operations. And in the center of the park there is the Museum of the Great Patriotic War. If you are interested in the history of the war do not miss it. The Poklonnaya Hill is a part of the park and from the hill you get one of the best views on the city of Moscow. And I could say this is the best place for watching the fireworks during the mass celebrations. But be aware it gets too crowded then. As in most of the other big parks you can rent a bicycle or rollers there.

Izmailovsky Park – A Mix of a Big Forest and Attractions

Izmaylovsky Park occupies a huge green territory, making up a large part of the Izmailovo district. The park consists of two parts: Izmaylovsky Park of Culture and Rest and the forest park of Izmailovo. First part is full of attractions and restaurants while the second one is like a real forest with pine trees, birch groves, beautiful clearings and ponds.

  • Izmaylovskaya, Shosse Entuziastov or Partizanskaya metro stations, Izmaylovsky Park

It is easy to spend there a whole day. A large landscaped area and a lot of various entertainments for children and adults will help you not to get bored. An observation wheel, a boat station, children’s playgrounds, a dance floor, sports grounds, a skate park – all this is only a small part of the possible leisure activities. In the park there are bike paths and a rental services.

I don’t go there often to be honest. But the park is very very close whenever to a souvenir market on Partizanskaya metro station. And whenever the weather is nice and I have enough of free time I stroll through the alleys of the park and enjoy the nature. So if you are going to the souvenir market too and you have enough free time then do go to the park too.

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Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Getting here.

Yorkshire Sculpture Park is seven miles from Wakefield and 20 miles south of Leeds in West Yorkshire. It’s one mile from the M1, and within a 90-minute drive of Leeds-Bradford and Manchester International Airports.

The best postcode for sat nav is WF4 4JX. Exit the M1 at Junction 38 and take the A637 towards Huddersfield. Follow the brown YSP signs for one mile until you reach a roundabout. At the roundabout, turn left and follow the road to the YSP Car Park.

Wakefield Westgate is the nearest railway station, around seven miles from YSP. A taxi from the station costs approximately £10. London King’s Cross to Wakefield takes approximately 2 hours.

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The 96 bus runs Monday–Saturday between Wakefield and Barnsley, with regular stops at YSP.

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  1. Groups and School Bookings

    Groups and School Bookings. With 500 acres of beautiful landscape, unique historical features, five indoor galleries, a permanent display of outdoor sculpture, and a changing programme of special exhibitions, YSP makes an ideal location for group visits. Your group can also relax in our restaurants and cafes located throughout the Park and ...

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    Pricing for teacher-led visits. There is a charge for teacher-led visits to YSP for educational groups. This fee covers booking administration and contributes to the upkeep and maintenance of YSP. It also covers the use of on-site facilities and parking. The cost of your visit is based on the total number of pupils/students.

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    All of the Yorkshire Sculpture International galleries have an exciting range of school workshops. To find out more, please contact the galleries directly: Henry Moore Institute. [email protected]. 0113 2467467. Leeds Art Gallery. [email protected]. 0113 3785350. The Hepworth Wakefield.

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    The Underground Gallery at Yorkshire Sculpture Park When did the Yorkshire Sculpture Park open? The park was created in 1977 in the grounds of Bretton Hall, an 18th century stately home, later a higher education college (it's now being converted into a hotel).The house is Grade II listed, and was built in 1720, replacing a house that had been on the site since at least the 1500s.

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    Visit Yorkshire Sculpture Park: Art and Nature Combined. The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is roughly 500 acres in size and attracts visitors from all walks of life and from around the world. Set in gently rolling hills and undulating farmland near the higher Pennine hills in the north of England, all manner of high-quality sculptures stand beside trees and on thick grass.

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    Henry Moore Institute and Leeds Art Gallery are both located within 5 - 10 minutes walk of Leeds city centre parking locations. For buses between Leeds and Wakefield use 110 Arriva, route Hall Green to Leeds, stopping at Wakefield City Centre Bus Station. For buses to Yorkshire Sculpture Park from Wakefield City Centre use 96 or 96a Globe ...

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    Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Henry Moore, Three piece reclining figure no 1, 1961-2, Museum ... 24 March, YSP is closed on Mondays (excluding school and Bank Holidays) and 24 - 25 December. ... Book your tickets and plan your visit at ysp.org.uk. Get Directions . Visit Website . How to get there . Individual Tiana Clarke Please note this is an ...

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    Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Yorkshire Sculpture Park is a leading international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture. It is an independent charitable trust and registered museum situated in the 500-acre, 18th-century Bretton Hall estate in West Yorkshire. Founded in 1977 by Executive Director Peter Murray, Yokshire Sculpture Park was the ...

  12. Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    Contact information. Phone: +44 (0)1924 832631. We transform young lives forever through travel and real adventure. stay. give. volunteer. One of the county's most thriving attractions, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is the ideal location for a family day out. The park hosts a plethora of exhibitions from some of the world's leading sculptors ...

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    Yorkshire Sculpture Park is located 7 miles outside of Wakefield and 20 miles south of Leeds in West Yorkshire. YSP is conveniently located one mile from M1 Junction 38 and is served by Leeds-Bradford, Doncaster-Sheffield and Manchester International Airports, all within a 90-minute drive away. SatNav WF4 4JX brings you to our main car park ...

  14. Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is the UK's leading outdoor art gallery and an international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture. It is an independent charitable trust and registered museum situated in the 18th-century Bretton Hall estate in West Yorkshire. Founded in 1977 by Executive Director Peter Murray, YSP was the first ...

  15. Discover the Beauty of Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    The Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is an enormous 500-acre open air gallery that truly highlights the beautiful relationship between art and nature. Where better to explore stunning English countryside and discover monumental sculpture than at Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Whether you're a Henry Moore fan or enjoy whiling away your time in a ...

  16. Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    The Yorkshire Sculpture Park ( YSP) is an art gallery, with both open-air and indoor exhibition spaces, in West Bretton, Wakefield, in West Yorkshire, England. It shows work by British and international artists, including Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth. The sculpture park occupies the 500-acre (200-hectare) parkland of Bretton Hall .

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    Event space hire. Yorkshire Sculpture Park is a truly unique venue. Our award-winning facilities and breath-taking views make for unforgettable weddings, celebrations and meetings. Find out more. Our Partners. Find out more about how YSP Partners play a vital part in ensuring our work is made possible.

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    Museon Art Park - A Second Gorky they say. "Museon" is located on the opposite side of Krimsky Val street. And right now some people believe that Gorky and Museon together is a one space sharing the same beauty. Free. 24h open. Oktybrskaya or Park Kultuty metro station, Krimsky Val, 2.

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    2.3. Garage Museum of Contemporary Art. In the central part of Gorky Park you will find this interesting museum of modern art, founded by Dasha Zhukova and Roman Abramovich (owner of the Chelsea football team), located in what was previously the Vremena Goda restaurant of the 1960s in a precast concrete pavilion.

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    Aug 2016 • Couples. Gorki Park is just one of the many green lungs in Moscow but due to its central location kind of like the Central Park in NY. It seems recently refurbished with a very nice ambient. Food trucks, food stalls, boarder facilities, small lakes and the bicycle and walking path directly along the Moskva.

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    Take a look at our latest park map to help plan your visit. Whatever the weather, YSP is the perfect place to enjoy and connect with art and nature. There are lakes, woodlands, gardens and countryside to explore - home to sheep, geese, herons and Highland cows. Set against this beautiful backdrop are 100 artworks outdoorsby some of the world ...

  23. Getting Here

    Yorkshire Sculpture Park is seven miles from Wakefield and 20 miles south of Leeds in West Yorkshire. It's one mile from the M1, and within a 90-minute drive of Leeds-Bradford and Manchester International Airports. By car. The best postcode for sat nav is WF4 4JX. Exit the M1 at Junction 38 and take the A637 towards Huddersfield.