The Gleaning on Tour

A striking community arts exhibition created by people from all walks of life is travelling from Somerset to Northumberland as part of the Holy Island Arts Festival.

The Gleaning features large-scale translucent textile and paper artworks inspired by themes of harvest, generosity, gratitude, sanctuary and community. Originally created for Somerset Art Works in 2022, the exhibition consists of a series of interconnected panels made from found and recycled materials, exploring stories of belonging, care, peace and shared experience.

For its Northumberland debut, ten of the original artworks will be displayed in the windows of St Cuthbert’s Centre on Holy Island, creating a colourful and immersive installation that fills the historic building with light and storytelling.

A new eleventh panel, inspired by Holy Island, will be created with contributions from participants and visitors during the Re-Breathe Festival. This artwork will remain at St Cuthbert’s Centre as a lasting creative link between Somerset and Northumberland.

Events Programme

Sunday 27 September
All-day drop-in workshop
Help create the new Holy Island textile panel and contribute to this collaborative artwork.

Monday 28 September, 10am - 12pm
Artists' Tour and Talk
Meet the artists behind The Gleaning and discover the stories, inspiration and creative processes behind the exhibition.

Tuesday 29 September, 10am - 1pm
Sketch, Scribe, Stitch Workshop (£15 per person, includes tea and cake)
Join members of The Gleaning team for a creative workshop exploring drawing, writing and textile arts. Led by:

• Gill Sakakini (Sketch)
• Polly Hall (Scribe)
• Fiona Campbell (Stitch)
• Rosalind Teesdale-Ives (Gather)

Places are limited and advance booking is recommended.

T: 07767 235585
E: [email protected]
W: https://www.ticketsource.com/st-cuthberts-centre-holy-island/sketch-stitch-scribe-workshop-with-the-gleaning-team-for-re-breathe-arts-festival/2026-09-29/10:00/t-aazyagj