The Hepworth Wakefield to host a range of free family activities this summer

The gallery will host a range of free events for kids throughout the school holidays.

From carving soap sculptures to making Barbara Hepworth-inspired hats, the weekly workshops are designed for families to have fun together and learn new skills to practice at home.

Art Pods and Explore and Draw stations will also be located throughout the galleries – offering hands-on activities.

In the newly opened Mrinalini Mukherjee exhibition, families can follow a special trail, and spot animals, people and nature hidden within the artworks.

In addition, visitors are invited to build sculptural dens, paint with water and discover mini beasts in The Hepworth Wakefield Garden.

Olivia Colling, executive director at The Hepworth Wakefield, said: “Throughout the summer, The Hepworth Wakefield is offering families six weeks of artist-led workshops, sculpture trails, outdoor play and creative activities to entertain and spark the imagination during the long school break.

"As a busy parent of three myself, I know how valuable engaging drop-in activities that don’t need to be booked in advance are.

“No previous art experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.”

The Hepworth Wakefield is open daily and offering these free workshops from 10am to 5pm every day, until August 31.

The gallery is free for Wakefield residents, and all family activities are free with an exhibition ticket.

A 50 per cent summer holiday discount is also available to families visiting from outside the district.