The first Ulley Arts Festival, organised by the friends of Ulley Country Park was a huge success with brilliant weather over the weekend that encouraged visitors to come and enjoy the performances, activities and displays. The focal point was The Spillway, the outdoor performance area created in the Park, in which there was a range of performances by local schools and professional artists. Scroll down to see photographs of all the events over the weekend.

OPENING CEREMONY

The Festival was opened officially by Councillor Sarah Allen, Cabinet Member for Cleaner, Greener Communities on the Saturday, following a sell out evening with Ian McMillan and Luke Carver Goss on the Friday.

 Councillor Allen thanks the Friends organising committee, looking splendid in fuchsia pink shirts

The Bard of Barnsley entertains on a lovely sunny Friday evening.

 

On the Saturday there were performances by the following schools in The Spillway:-

Aston All Saints Junior and Infant School

Clifton Community School

Aston Hall Junior and Infant School

Ruby Jones from Aston Academy performed a cornet solo

Other Performances in The Spillway on Saturday from:-

City of Sheffield Pipe Band

Rotherham African Drummers

The Magnificent Mr. Kai demonstrated circus skills

 

SUNDAY EVENTS

South Yorkshire Police Band

 

Local Folk legend Ray Hearne

GRAND FINALE – MAMMA MIA BIG SING 

Led by Tara from TSA Vocals

WEEKEND ACTIVITIES IN THE VISITORS CENTRE

There was an exhibition by Ulley Art Group together with displays of artwork from Aston Academy, Aston Hall J&I School, Wickersley Northfield Primary School, Newman Special School, Swallownest Primary School and Aston Fence J&I School. John Morris provided guidance on watercolour painting.

There were several activities for visitors to try.

Pebble painting 

Insect Art with Kate Taylor 

Leaf printing with Joan Knight 

Tile painting with Caroline Lee 

Storytelling with Kate O’Brien  

Miniature Garden Competition, judged by Brian Brookes  

ACTIVITIES AROUND THE PARK

Story Treasure Trail 

Guess the book title!

Poetry Boxes

 a chance to sit and reflect on the beauty of the Park!