• Kirkstall: Leeds Mindfulness Festival

    Abbey House Museum Abbey Walk, Leeds, West Yorkshire

    Leeds Mindfulness Festival returning to Abbey House Museum and Kirkstall Abbey for the 11th annual festival in 2026. Join us as we mark World Mental Health Day with mindful activities for adults, from poetry and meditative walks to secular practices and explorations of spiritual traditions. Suitable for beginners or experienced practitioners – in the inspiring […]

  • Kirkstall: Abbey House Art Group – Drawing Session

    Abbey House Museum Abbey Walk, Leeds, West Yorkshire

    A chance to join in our Abbey House Art Group and draw museum objects as part of Leeds Mindfulness Festival. All materials provided. This is a friendly informal peer led group with no formal tuition. Tea and coffee is available. Over 18s only.

  • Kirkstall: A Quiet Mind in a Loud World – Art of Raja Yoga Meditation

    Abbey House Museum Abbey Walk, Leeds, West Yorkshire

    Meditation is a powerful tool that can reduce stress and anxiety and improve focus and concentration. Discover the art of Raja yoga meditation at Abbey House Museum. Join us for this Give What You Can session, which will include some guided meditations and tips and tools to help you experience the original qualities of the […]

  • Kirkstall: Mindful Stitching

    Abbey House Museum Abbey Walk, Leeds, West Yorkshire

    Join us for an afternoon of mindful stitching in our beautiful De Lacy room. Join us for an afternoon of mindful stitching in our beautiful De Lacy room. Together we will create a fabric picture using simple stitches. No previous sewing experience is needed and all levels of crafters are welcome for this friendly session. […]