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Guisborough Library gets ready

A big thank you to Carol and all the staff at Guisborough Library who have been helping to prepare the library for the arrival of the Gisburne Bible later this week. They have made a lovely space for the display…

World Qi Gong Day

Twenty five people celebrated Word Qi Gong Day on 14th September with an hour long Qi Gong session in Gisborough Priory. Thanks go to John and Dorothy Poole for leading and organising the session.

Help raise funds when you shop online

Gisborough Priory Project will receive a payment from #easyfundraising if we raise £15 or more in donations by 30th September! You can help us hit this target by remembering to use #easyfundraising EVERY time you shop online. 4,000 shops and…

Tai chi

The sun shone on the 70 people who took part in the first tai chi session in the priory this year. This gentle exercise session, suitable for all ages was expertly led by John and Dorothy Poole. There will be…

Butterflies galore

There are clouds of butterflies feasting on the plants in the priory, especially the buddleia. Why not come and see for yourself. You could also take part in the Big Butterfly Count – find out more at where you…

Scarecrow Festival

We are joining in with the Guisborough Scarecrow Festival (3rd to 10th August). Come along and find our two scarecrows as well as all the others around the town. More details at

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Over 300 visitors came along and enjoyed varied activities. Many people brought picnics and stayed for the whole day. And they came with bears of all shapes and sizes, and other beloved toys. With music from the Cleveland Ukelele Band,…

Bible coming back

A medieval bible that was given to Gisborough Priory after the devastating fire of 1289 destroyed the priory’s books and other treasures will be displayed in Guisborough later this year as part of the 900th anniversary celebrations. The bible is…

Priory Pageant

More than 1500 visitors enjoyed a day of medieval fun and games on Saturday 15 June. Some photos from a great day below and more photos here. Find photos on the Evening Gazette website at Thank you to Heidi…