Friday, 20 March 2026

Sketching at Sutton Bank, North Yorkshire


You can't beat a walk along Sutton Bank, the view is declared to be one of the best in Yorkshire. I can't disagree. The wildlife and fauna is always a joy and the rich history of the Battles fought here is so interesting.  The Battle of the Byland fought around the dramatic Cliffside, the Scottish warriors led by Robert the Bruce defeated the English in 1322. You can't help but imagine how difficult is was climbing the steep  wooded slopes. 
 


Lake Gormire a true  hidden delight, and a great walk up and down with beautiful Spring flowers along the way.




We watched a  Marsh Tit enjoying the sunshine


I managed a quick sketch in the warm Spring Sunshine


You don't need much gear, just a sketch book, a small watercolour palette and a couple of watercolour brushes. 


Penhill from Osmotherley 

Cleveland Way 

Original Oil painting 

For more details https://janeward.co.uk/2023/02/14/hambleton-oil-painting/

Bluebell Wood Oil painting.

 


Bluebell Wood
Painted in Oils on Board 
Size 12 x 12 inches unframed.
Price £200