A major new contemporary sculpture exhibition showcasing artistic talent from Yorkshire and beyond has opened in the woodland at historic Newby Hall, Ripon.

Now in its 17th year, the Newby22 exhibition features artwork from established and emerging talent including Artist in Residence during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Freddy Paske and Knaresborough based sculptor and prop maker Ben Greenwood, who is creating a unique piece specifically for this year's trail.

The exhibition features more than 40 contemporary artworks by 21 artists. A range of mediums are showcased from classical bronze and stone to more modern resins, galvanised wire, glass and steel – as well a variety of forms from the abstract to the natural world.

The exhibition is set against the backdrop of Newby Hall's award-winning gardens and woodlands.

Yorkshire based artists taking part are: Joseph Hayton, Pateley Bridge; Ollie Holman, Burn; Fiona Bowley, Skipton; Victoria Ferrand Scott, Tadcaster; Ben Greenwood, Knaresborough; Emma Stothard, Whitby; Heather Niven, Malton; Chris Moss, Thirsk; and Michael Kusz, Reeth.

Newby22 is open to the public until 2nd October. Ticket entry to the Hall and Gardens includes access to the sculpture exhibition.

All the sculptures are for sale directly from Newby Hall.

To book tickets: https://bookings.newbyhall.com/book

For further information email sculptures@newbyhall.com or visit https://www.newbyhall.com/things-to-do/newby22-sculpture-park/