WORK by local artists takes centre stage at the Dales Countryside Museum this summer.

Highlights include watercolours and weaving by Jo Grande, on show until May 16, a photographic exhibition by Rod Smith between May 19 and June 10, and silk paintings by Jill Clay from June 15 until June 30.

Museum manager Fiona Rosher said: "With a varied exhibition's calendar, there is something to appeal to all tastes, adding to anyone's visit to Hawes this summer.''

Entry to all exhibitions is free and the museum is open daily between 10am and 5pm.