New for 2026 is Menagerie of Idioms.

An indoor visitor trail of twenty animals depicting well known idioms e.g. bull in a china shop, head in the clouds etc will be making their debut at Bamburgh Castle from 14th February 2026 until the 1st of November 2026.​

This fun exhibition will hopefully delight all ages, guess the idiom as you walk around and leave  feeling 'tickled pink'.

I've been a very busy bee and worked my socks off creating these creatures using techniques which I have developed over the last few years.

Recycled and vintage finds have been used where possible to give character and charm.​

I am delighted to have engaged illustrator Trina Dalziel who's wonderful work can be seen on some of the key pieces throughout the exhibition.​

Thanks also to:

Jason Bullock- woodwork and engineering.

Harvey Bullock- welding.

Jill Harrison- for her help with the Rococo dress.

If you are visiting Northumberland in 2026 please pop into Bamburgh Castle for a 'Goosey Gander and leave 'Happy as Larry'.

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