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Rural Arts North Yorkshire

Provider of arts workshops for community groups of all ages and abilities; also offers training for carers, playleaders etc in arts activities. The organisation supports and encourages all kinds of arts projects within the communities of North Yorkshire.

We provide over 400 events and activities each year at our community arts centre in Thirsk, which is also home to an award-winning café, a gallery shop and rooms to hire. We programme 70 performances per year in rural venues and lead a range of wellbeing and employment programmes to support vulnerable people.


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Contact Information
Located at:
The Old Courthouse, Westgate, THIRSK, North Yorkshire, YO7 1QS
Telephone Number: 01845 526536
Email address: admin@ruralarts.org
How to get in touch: Visit our website, leave a voicemail or email us
Additional Information
Charity number: 1081007
Local or National: Local
Area: All of Harrogate District
Disabled access:

We have a Blue Badge parking space (booking required), and access to The Courthouse is step-free, and a lift to the first floor.

A selection of the tables in our studio are height-adjustable and we have a low height sink.

We offer free essential companion tickets to events and activities, offer a quiet space during performances and live screenings and create large-print versions of our brochures.

We can provide information in alternative formats, such as large print and audio, on request. We accept job applications in alternative formats, such as video statements.

We’re committed to improving our support for disabled people and people with long term health conditions. We monitor this through our Single Equality Action Plan that is reviewed quarterly.

Cost: Activities range from free to paid events
Who is it aimed at?
All People
Last updated 15.01.2025