Art in Malton
Calling All Creatives!
“Calling all creatives, Malton is looking for public works of art!”
We’re looking for ideas to fill Malton with original works of sculpture, murals & more. We started with our own ‘Yorkshire Pudding Mural’ and our ambition is for more striking wall art soon!
The Summer Session of the North Yorkshire Open Studios takes place on Sat 7th & Sun 8th June and Sat 14th & Sun 15th June, with 9 artists from the Malton & District area opening their gallery and studio doors to visitors.
More than that we want town to be a home for artists. studios, art festivals & more… Are you interested, contact us today!
Enjoy Malton’s Art Story So Far
Yorkshire Pudding Mural
Completed in 2019, The Original Yorkshire Pudding Recipe is a tribute to a giant of British cookery writing - ‘Hannah Glasse’.
In 1747 Hannah published ‘The Art Of Cookery’, the most popular cookbook of the 18th Century including for the first time in print, the world famous “Yorkshire Pudding”.
Despite the book’s popularity however, Hannah lost control of the copyright and died penniless and largely forgotten.
Here in Malton our first piece of public art aims to celebrate her contribution to Yorkshire and world cuisine and keep her name alive.
Talbot Yard Mural
Created in 2015, the ‘Talbot Yard Food Court’ sign was a practical roadside advert for the popular food court but also intended to give the town an iconic ‘ghost sign’ of its own.
As one of the most loved locations in Malton, Talbot Yard and its retro sign are known across Yorkshire.
Visit Malton Pink Cow
Our own Visit Malton Pink Cow was added in 2017 as part of the food town project incorporating Antonio Carluccio’s now famous quote about Malton - “Yorkshire’s Food Capital” .
It has become a popular backdrop for visitors to take photos, as has the Yorkshire Pudding mural opposite.
Are you interested in adding some more art to Malton, contact us today!
Exhibitions & Art Events in Malton
Malton Sculpture Trail
Environmental Art are the leading force behind the Malton Sculpture Trail which showcases a range of diverse creatives from across Yorkshire. The purpose of the trail is to showcase the creative talent of Yorkshire artists working in 3D, installation and projection The first trail was unveiled during the Food Lovers Festival (Fri 3 - Sun 5 June 2022).
A selection of some of the sculptures from the 2025 Sculpture Trail are now being exhibited at Dalby Forest. Follow the Adderstone trail and discover the sculptures in the beautiful forest setting. Start your visit at the Nissen hut car park and follow the blue markers, happy exploring!
Ryedale Art Social Evenings
Environmental Art and The Library Bar have teamed up to bring you an evening of arts and culture with talks and networking on the second Tuesday of each month.
The event is FREE to attend but your place must be reserved here as places are limited.
The next Ryedale Art Social evening is on Tuesday 10th June 2025.
Galleries, Artists, Studios & Workshops in Malton
Atelier St Louis
Atelier St Louis Malton is a printmaking and painting studio run by Jonathan Moss since 2019. Not only is it a working studio, but it provides a space for workshops and regularly opens its doors for gallery events where new work can be viewed such as Open Studio events including the North Yorkshire Open Studios (2nd & 3rd December 2023).
The Old Presbytery, 1 Wells Lane, Malton YO17 7NX
atelierstudio.com
Be Amazing Arts Studios
Be Amazing Studios is a rehearsal venue and studio based on Malton Enterprise Park. The studio is available to hire for classes, meetings or events. Get in touch to find out more.
.Be Amazing Studios, Malton Enterprise Park, 11 Cherry Farm Close, Malton, YO17 6DU
01653 917271
beamazingarts.co.uk
Environmental Art
Environmental Art produce a wide range of furniture and craft products. All of their products are handmade as locally as possible, to ensure the quality and help to promote sustainability, local talent and reduce the carbon footprint of each product. You can also try your hand at forging your own creations on one of their workshops too!
14 The Shambles, Malton YO17 7LZ
environmental-art.co.uk
The Gallery
The Gallery, Malton was established in 2019. The space hosts a number of feature exhibitions and a working open studio for Christine Hughes Fine Art. Exhibiting contemporary artists working predominantly in the North Yorkshire area. Specialising in ceramics and fine art. Exhibitions of work from local artists change monthly.
7 Market Place, Malton YO17 7LP
01653 694987
thegallerymalton.co.uk
Kemps General Store
Kemps General Store is not only a bookshop and gift emporium, they also run a whole host of craft workshops and book club events too. From learning how to darn to silk painting and journaling, there’s a new, exciting skill for everyone to get stuck into.
11 Market Place, Malton YO17 7LP
01653 693577
Kemps General Store
Kirkham Henry Performing Arts CIC
Established in 1989, The Kirkham Henry Performing Arts CIC is an award winning community hub offering accessible classes for all ages, from children to seniors, there’s a class for everyone.
Horsemarket Road, Malton YO17 7NB
01653 693310
kirkhamhenry.co.uk/
The Wytchwood Gallery & Studio
The Wytchwood Gallery & Studio showcases needle felting work created by owner, Alison Spaven. Alison is an award-winning wildlife and animal artist, taking inspiration from her glorious Yorkshire surroundings.
9 Finkle Street, Malton YO17 7JD
07341 813654
The Wytchwood Gallery & Studio
Art Exhibitions Near Malton
An annual event enabling artists and makers to open their studios, meet, promote and sell their work direct to the public. With studios located across the county, from the remote hills of the Upper Dales to the suburban streets of Harrogate, across the Vale of York to the rural North York Moors and Coast, visitors have the opportunity to visit unique and varied artist venues, surrounded by stunning North Yorkshire landscapes. There is now an area specifically for the Malton and District area.
Anyone who manages to visit all 9 studios and gets the flyer signed will be entered for a prize draw! The flyer is available at Malton library, the Gallery at number 7 and many other venues in and around Malton. The same locations will also have free copies of the full brochure for North Yorkshire open studios which can also be viewed on their website https://nyos.org.uk.
Sledmere House
Friday 13th June - Sunday 6th July | 10am - 5pm*
A 50th anniversary exhibition of photographs of the Rolling Stones Tour of the Americas 1975 by Christopher Simon Sykes. This is a fantastic opportunity to see Christopher’s behind-the-scenes images of the Rolling Stones from the 1975 tour, displayed in the Courtyard Room at Sledmere, for a limited time only.
Find out more and book your tickets on the Sledmere House website: Christopher Simon Sykes: On tour with the Rolling Stones 1975 | Events | Sledmere House | East Yorkshire
(*Please note the exhibition will not be open on Mondays and Tuesdays, or on Sunday 29th June)
Friday 20th June - Sunday 27th July | 9am - 5pm*
Inspired by nature and the beautiful Yorkshire landscape, Caroline combines her love of photography, textiles and the natural world. Each piece is created authentically, utilising her own photographs for reference.
Caroline uses various techniques to depict her subject matter. Adding colour to fabric with paint and appliqué, often including recycled fabrics. Details are ‘drawn’ using freehand machine embroidery. Textures are created using techniques such as punch needle and knitting. Intricate hand embroidery and beading adds the finest details.
Find out more about the exhibition here: Exhibition: The Fabric of Nature — Yorkshire Arboretum