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Arts and crafts in South Yorkshire

(including Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield) is in the Yorkshire and The Humber of England. It has a population of around 1,343,000 and covers approximately 155,000 hectares. Here is a list of nearby or neighbouring counties: Derbyshire, East Riding of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, North Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, West Yorkshire

County flag of South YorkshireThe county of South Yorkshire is located east of the Pennines, was formed in 1974 and is made up of the four metropolitan boroughs of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and the city of Sheffield. Barnsley is home to Elsecar Heritage Centre, which houses art galleries, studios and shops as well as running arts and crafts workshops and events including craft fairs. Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery has collections of archaeology, local history, natural history and works of art, as well as hosting a range of temporary exhibitions. Clifton Park Museum in Rotherham has exhibits from local history and decorative arts, such as a collection of Rockingham Pottery that includes the impressive porcelain Rhinoceros Vase. Sheffield has hundred of listed buildings as well as a number of art galleries, museums and theatres. The city holds a range of cultural events throughout the year, including Open Up Sheffield which is held for two weeks each May and showcases the work of local visual artists and creators of handmade crafts. Performing arts venues in South Yorkshire include the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, the Cast in Doncaster, the Civic in Barnsley and the Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield.

South Yorkshire has a number of country houses which are open to the public. Cannon Hall and its grounds were redeveloped by the Spencer family during the 18th century, using wealth they amassed from the local coal mining and iron industries. During the 1950s the house and estate were purchased by Barnsley council and today visitors can explore the house and ornate gardens. Cannon Hall Museum has a collection, which includes paintings, furniture and arts and crafts exhibits such as pottery and glassware. Wentworth Castle is an 18th century country house located near Barnsley and visitors strolling through the estates gardens and parkland can enjoy the only South Yorkshire landscape that has been Grade 1 listed. There are also guided tours available of the interior of Wentworth Castle and a range of events are held in the grounds, including theatrical performances, craft workshops and historical re-enactments. Other attractions in South Yorkshire include Cusworth Hall in Doncaster, the ruins of Roche Abbey in Rotherham, the Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre, the Millennium Gallery in Sheffield and Mansion House in Doncaster.

Vintage Concepts by Zou

Vintage Concepts by Zou

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

I love the magic and unique mood captured in every piece I have made. All these wooden ...

Random Acrylics

Random Acrylics

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Acrylics are the order of the day now having recently got inspired by what could be achieved ...

Nicholas Michael Photography and Woodcrafts

Nicholas Michael Photography and Woodcrafts

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Nicholas Michael Photography and Woodcrafts I have always been interested in photography ...

World of Wheat

World of Wheat

Fishlake, South Yorkshire

Using the medium of wheat, I make items which are based on the traditional craft of corn ...

The Natural Dyer

The Natural Dyer

Old campsall, South Yorkshire

THE NATURAL DYER is a Yorkshire-based label created and designed by Rebecca Aydon. Rebecca ...

Carol

Carol

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Hi my Name is Carol and I am Happy to say that I can now focus on doing the things I ...

Beadsawear

Beadsawear

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

I take tiny glass Myuki seed beads, sparkling Swarovski crystals and a myriad of other ...

Buttercup Creations

Buttercup Creations

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Buttercup Creations is the brain child of me( Angela) a 40+ year old woman whose life ...

Deborah Designs

Deborah Designs

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

I make unique jewellery from resin and polymer clay. I also enjoy working with mixed ...

Sandringham Garden Crafts Ltd

Sandringham Garden Crafts Ltd

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

We are a small family run business based in the Heart of Yorkshire manufacturing Garden ...

Amaze3D UK

Amaze3D UK

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Amaze3D UK are a Polaroid 3D Premier dealer. amaze3d was launched early in 2017 and we ...

Concept Woodcraft

Concept Woodcraft

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Experienced Professionals We possess the knowledge and expertise required to undertake ...

Crafted Charms Studio

Crafted Charms Studio

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Crafted Charms Studio is a place where every piece of jewellery is carefully crafted ...

Jimmysden 2019

Jimmysden 2019

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Hi, my name is James Neylon, my story starts with my love for furniture made with solid ...

Crochet by Anastasia

Crochet by Anastasia

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

I make all sorts of scarves, hats, cowls and wristies for the winter. Classic ones for ...

Paula Matthews

Paula Matthews

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

I produce unique handmade jewellery made from sterling silver /fine silver and gold. ...

Fledgling Designs

Fledgling Designs

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

My name’s Ben and I make stuff in an American 40’s / 50’s style because it’s really cool. ...

Whatever Next Designs

Whatever Next Designs

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

I am based in Sheffield and make all my jewellery in my work-shed in the garden. I want ...

Admohandmade

Admohandmade

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Started as a small idea of making candles for Halloween and Christmas, me and my partner ...

Ruth Allen Portraits

Ruth Allen Portraits

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Exquisite watercolour pencil portraits of pets and horses. I specialise in commissioned ...

The Crochet Hook by Emma

The Crochet Hook by Emma

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Handmade crochet and knitted items, made lovingly by myself. I have been crocheting for ...

Crafty Owls Embroidery

Crafty Owls Embroidery

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Here at Crafty Owls Embroidery, I specialise in making personalised and unique gifts ...

Pins and Doodles

Pins and Doodles

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Welcome to Pins and Doodles. My name is Carole, I make handcrafted fabric accessories ...

T and S Brennan Plaques and Shields

T and S Brennan Plaques and Shields

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

We are two brothers who both served as Paratroopers. With this in mind our business is ...

Justanotherdot art

Justanotherdot art

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Hi, I create nature/wildlife inspired art in the style of pointillism. Each piece is ...

Copper creations

Copper creations

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Coppercreations was started during covid 19 lockdown in april 2020 i am a plumber by ...

Karen Fiely Art

Karen Fiely Art

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

I am an Abstract Artist. I specialise in using the palette knife to produce original ...

Seraphim Scents

Seraphim Scents

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

At Seraphim Scents we combine the highest quality fragrance oils, vegan soy wax and biodegradable ...

Kate Burns Designs

Kate Burns Designs

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Unique, original and collectable handmade craft figures to celebrate the great things ...

ZZ ceramics

ZZ ceramics

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

I make modern thrown utilitarian ceramic items for every day use. I want my work to be ...

Creative Essence

Creative Essence

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Small gifts and trinkets for all occasions and seasons including jewellery boxes, colour ...

Created By Char

Created By Char

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

I design and make punch needle accessories and gifts. I do this with punch needle which ...

Rainbow Sweets N Treats

Rainbow Sweets N Treats

Auckley, South Yorkshire

A small start up business bringing childhood memories of sweets and treats to you. We ...

Maryann

Maryann

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

I enjoy upscaling and Painting Vintage and new furniture .Especially Childrens Nursery ...

The Lavender Attic

The Lavender Attic

West Melton, South Yorkshire

I produce handmade goods for home. This can be anything from luxury cards, patchwork ...

I Felt Like it is Deborah Gibson

I Felt Like it is Deborah Gibson

Harthill, South Yorkshire

Felt Like it is my art felt business. Mainly needlefelting, I make shapes with meaning ...


Benjamin Creswick

(Born 1853 in Sheffield in South Yorkshire), Sculpture

As well as sculptor, Creswick also worked in metal and taught art. He is well know for his bust of the philanthropist John Ruskin.