Woodend Gallery and Studios

Woodend is a gallery and creative industries hub, open to the public. Next door to Scarborough Art Gallery, Woodend is the former holiday home of the famous literary family - the Sitwells.

Many of the rooms, including the Gallery, still boast an array of charming period features in this delightful heritage building.

Sitwell by Eat Me café is based in the room that was the family’s dining room.

Woodend provides high quality and fully equipped office accommodation, flexible virtual office services, and a superb range of unique meeting spaces, conference rooms and hot desk suites.

Exhibitions:

Adam King at Sitwell Cafe Gallery, Woodend Gallery

23 February 2026 - 2 May 2026

As per opening times

FREE

Scarborough artist Adam King presents a vibrant exhibition of paintings and prints shaped by his deep connection to Scarborough’s architectural and natural landscapes. With over thirty‑five years of practice, King’s confident compositions, bold palette and refined brushwork reveal a distinctive approach that balances clarity, colour and expressive simplicity.

Katie Braida at Greenhouse Gallery, Woodend Gallery

28 February 2026 - 24 April 2026

As per opening times

FREE

Ceramic artist Katie Braida presents sculptural vessels shaped by the landscapes and seascapes that inspire her. Working with hand‑built coils and slabs, she embraces clay’s natural movement, creating textured, rhythmic surfaces enriched with subtle colour. Her contemplative forms invite touch, reflection and open interpretation.

William Bean's Shell-ter at Greenhouse Gallery, Woodend Gallery

28 February 2026 - 24 April 2026

As per opening times

FREE

Step into the imaginations of Dromer Studio’s Steve and Amy as you explore William Bean’s fantastical shell-ter, brought vividly to life. Create your own shell still-life arrangement and capture a photo for us to display. Then take a moment to unwind in our calm reading corner, filled with books that celebrate the mysteries and marvels of shells.