The White Bear, Masham

07/10/2026

A customer came into Masham Gallery a few days ago and told me she’d been following us on Facebook for months, but had felt a bit scared to come in.

I’m so glad she told me. I know this place from the inside, and I sometimes forget that the door can feel quite different from the other side.

So, if you’ve been wondering: you don’t need to know about art. You don’t need to have the right words for what you like. You can ask questions, have a wander, sit and read one of our books, or talk to us about the weather.

And you’re welcome whether or not you’re looking to buy. If you’ve been meaning to come in, we’d love to see you. ❤️

06/10/2026

03/10/2026

Happy 60th Ritchie

26/09/2026

Yeah, we won a Gold award and were joint Tourist Attraction Winners at the RHS Yorkshire in Bloom awards yesterday - great team effort by the gardeners, volunteers, maintenance and all the front of house staff welcoming & serving our visitors with a warm smile. Come and visit us before we close for the season at the end of October 😀

24/09/2026

🍂 Autumn colours are starting to arrive across the Dales, and this border collie definitely understood the assignment. 🐾🧡

23/09/2026

Been to the sheep fair before? Pls tell your friends! If you've neer been, here's what happens! There's no entrance fee & it's on 26 & 27 Sept. Masham Sheep Fair is volunteer-run in aid of local charities such as Yorkshire Air Ambulance so we ask visitors to buy a programme and pay for parking - all proceeds to charity. Bring cash for the sheep races! Other things to do:

- Watch judges decide on the winners for all the sheep classes - there are a lot!

- Listen to Expert Ernie's commentary, with insights into farming life and different breeds of sheep

- Wander around the market place to see all the sheep. Farmers are happy to answer your questions and explain what makes their sheep special.

- See the wool craft & other stalls in the Town Hall and School

- Harvest display & refreshments in Methodist Chapel

- Visit the Harvest of Gardens Flower Festival in St. Mary's Church

- Watch sheep racing in field beyond churchyard

- Listen to the brass/silver band & handbell ringers in St. Mary's Church

- See Bishop Blaize on horseback and learn about the patron saint of woolcombers

- Enjoy Masham's shops, cafes, pubs, and the stalls in the market place and sheep racing field

- Watch morris dancers and other performers around the market place

Most activities finish around 3.30 - 4.00 pm, when our lovely pubs will be pleased to welcome you!

23/09/2026

22/09/2026

🐑 Looking for a great day out? Head to Masham Sheep Fair! 💛

The much-loved Masham Sheep Fair is back for two days of sheep, racing, music, entertainment and plenty of Yorkshire tradition!

🐑 Watch the sheep judging and meet farmers who are happy to share their knowledge
🏁 Cheer on the sheep racers as they battle it out!
🎶 Enjoy live brass and silver band music, Morris dancers and performances
🌸 Explore the Harvest of Gardens Flower Festival
🧶 Discover wool crafts, local stalls and more
🍴 Enjoy Masham’s shops, cafés and pubs

And there’s an extra reason to visit - all proceeds from the event go to local charities, including YAA. 🚁💛

Entry is free, so go along, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a brilliant Yorkshire day out!