The Orangery Summer Programme 2014

What’s On – Summer 2014

Welcome to The Orangery --- right next to Wakefield Westgate Station, a green gem in the heart of Wakefield’s emerging creative quarter.

Home to arts charity Beam, and the venue for a host of exciting cultural and creative events this summer --- something for everyone!

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Swing It! by Myerscough & Morgan 11 July – 30 September 2014, Open Tues – Sat 11am-4pm, Free Entry The back garden of The Orangery has been transformed this summer by Swing It! an interactive outdoor art installation commissioned by Beam. This exciting new artwork for Wakefield offers a unique experience in the heart of the city, encouraging play, creativity, and inspiration.

Swing It! includes bespoke vividly coloured and patterned swings and moving seats at ground level. Their momentum, specially made mechanical handles, and sheer windpower make signs and banners move brightly overhead. The eye-catching hand-painted signs can be seen at street level and feature words and phrases which recall people’s memories and experiences of ‘play’. Come join in!

Selected Summer Events 30 JUL Wakefield Artwalk, Late night opening 5-9pm, Free 6 AUG Our Creative City Taster Workshops, 11am-3pm, Free 13 SEP Long Division Festival at The Orangery, Saturday tickets £22.50 11 & 12 SEP Heritage Open Days, find out more about The Orangery’s 200 year history. Free 19-30 SEP Wakefield Lit Fest, Wakefield’s annual festival

celebrating reading, writing and words. Times and ticket prices vary.

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Regular Events Wednesdays Families Together Art Club 23 & 30 Jul, 6, 13, 20 & 27 Aug. 11am & 1pm, £3 per child. Booking required.

Join us every Wednesday for family friendly arts activities led by our experienced creatives and inspired by our ‘Swing It!’ artwork. All children must be accompanied.

Sessions last approx. 1 hour. Suitable for ages 3-10.

Thursdays The Secret Garden Outdoor Cinema with Wakefield Film Society.

17, 24 & 31 Jul, 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug & 4 Sep. Doors from 8pm, film starts approx.

8.30pm, dependent on light levels. Tickets £5, booking required.

A series of delightful classics and modern classics including ‘Amelie’ & ‘Brief Encounter’ Bring your picnic blankets, camping chairs (and a jumper!)

The Orangery Café will be open all evening.

Fridays Music & Food ‘Collisions’ 18 & 25 Jul, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug & 5 Sep. Doors from 6pm, Music from 7pm. Tickets £5, booking required.

Expect the unexpected! – Live music across the genres including French Hot Club and Afro-funk presented outdoors in and amongst the intriguing artwork Swing It!.

Celebrate the end of the week with live music, a drink from our licensed café, and a changing menu of street food from invited vendors weekly.

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Opening Times: The Orangery & Café are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am-4pm In addition we are open for regular evening and other events.

Please be aware The Orangery and grounds may be closed for occasional external hires. We recommend you check our website or contact us before you make your visit.

The Orangery Cafe Our licensed Café offers a wide range of hot and cold drinks. We also serve a selection of light snacks and refreshments and regularly invite street food vendors to serve a changing menu of food at events.

Hire The Orangery for Your Event The Orangery is available to hire for business or social purposes including meetings, conferences, arts events, wedding receptions and parties. Why not contact us to discuss your particular requirements or visit our website. @the_orangery The Orangery

The Orangery, Back Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TG 01924 215 550

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Image credits: DLA Design Group, John Jowett, Gareth Gardener.

With thanks to DLA Design Group