Sewerby Hall and Gardens - Days Out Leaflets

Weddings and
corporate room hire
Sewerby Hall and Gardens is an ideal venue for your civil
partnership ceremony. We have two rooms available for hire
– the charming Orangery seating up to 120 guests, and the
Swinton room, a splendid smaller period room seating up to 70
guests. At Sewerby Hall our experienced staff are here to make
you feel relaxed on your special day. After the ceremony, it’s into
our fantastic gardens to photograph those cherished moments
that will be with you forever.
We are also licensed for renewal of vows and naming
ceremonies.
The Orangery, Swinton Room and
Board Room also offer the ideal
accommodation for corporate
room hire. Whether you require
a team training day, meeting,
workshop, presentation or lecture
Sewerby’s stunning setting can
make the event memorable for
all your clients and guests. With
many of the necessary facilities
on site, including Tea Rooms and a
large, free car park, Sewerby Hall
and Gardens really is the ideal
setting for your function.
The gardens and woodland walk
The estate now comprises of 50 acres of multi-award winning
landscaped gardens (Gold, Yorkshire In Bloom 2008).
It includes a scenic woodland walk and Marie Curie Daffodil
Trail (during springtime) and many visitors come to experience
the peace and tranquillity of the stunning formal and walled
gardens.
Don’t miss the elegance and symmetrical design arrangement
of the formal gardens and their magnificent monkey-puzzle
trees, reputed to be among the oldest in England.
Adjacent you will find the Old English Rose and Walled
Gardens. Perfect locations to sit on one of the many benches
or stroll through colourful floral displays.
The greenhouses feature plants grown by the local Outreach
Programme which may be on sale at various times throughout
the year.
The future of Sewerby Hall and Gardens
As part of the Bridlington Regeneration Programme, consultants
(Meadowhead Projects Ltd) have been appointed by East Riding of
Yorkshire Council. Their task was to carry out a comprehensive
review of Sewerby Hall and Gardens and develop a masterplan for
the future sustainability of the Estate. The aim is to ensure a high
quality visitor experience for the future, which needs to be in
keeping with the conservation and heritage of the area.
Indoor events
Exhibitions 2009
West Wing Gallery
4 April - 31 May
Walter Goodin. Above All, The Sky
This exhibition brings together over
forty paintings from museums and private
collections. It represents the achievements
of a local artist who evokes the atmosphere
of his native Yorkshire. His most appealing
views of the Wolds or Bridlington Harbour
are enough to induce a longing for home
in any ex-patriot - or a feeling of pride
in anyone lucky enough to live in this
beautiful area.
13 June - 30 August
Open Art
Open to professional and amateur artists
and craft makers within a 40 mile radius of
Sewerby.
5 September - 1 November
Yorkshire Monochrome Group
This group of photographers aim to
encourage monochrome photography by
producing and showing their work.
Bride’s Room
4 April - 17 May
Lyn Henderson
Landscapes and other images created in felt.
23 May - 2 August
Julie Thompson
This artist looks at our Yorkshire landscape,
capturing it in all its moods and diversity.
8 August - 1 November
Trevor Field Trust
A selection of paintings from the Sewerby
collection purchased by the trust for the
people of Bridlington to enjoy.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens makes a significant contribution to the
local economy. Attracting up to 180,000 visitors annually. The work
aims to make sure that Sewerby Hall and Gardens makes the best
possible contribution to the regeneration of Bridlington, and is well
placed for the future as an attraction for residents and visitors.
Firm proposals are expected to be developed during 2009.
Visit www.bridlingtonregeneration.com or call Bridlington
Regeneration office on: 01262 401112 for more details and updates
through the year.
East Wing
4 April - 31 May
Graham Rhodes
A collection of digitally manipulated
photographs taken at Sewerby and
Bridlington.
27 June - 1 November
The People’s Park
The history of Sewerby Hall and Gardens
from 1934 up to the present day. By looking
at the experiences and memories of both
employees and visitors, the history of the
‘People’s Park’ over the last 75 years will be
brought to life.
Ground Floor Corridor
4 April - 1 November
Cooking Without Gas
This fascinating exhibition charts the
history of Sewerby’s basement kitchen from
1714 until 1808 and aims to give the visitor
an insight into the heart of the old house.
(The kitchen is not open to the public.)
Tea dances
2.00pm - 4.00pm every Monday except
bank holidays. come along for an afternoon
of dancing in a welcoming and friendly
atmosphere.
Piano recitals
Recitals start at 2.00pm and have a duration
of approximately one hour. They take place
every Thursday 7 May to 26 October and
feature many pianists offering a variety of
music to suit virtually all tastes.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens
Church lane, SEWERBY, Bridlington, YO15 1EA
Tel: 01262 673769 Fax: 01262 673090
www.sewerby-hall.co.uk E-mail: sewerby.hall@eastriding.gov.uk
Admission prices 2009 (Estate charging periods)
Additional charging period 18 July – 7 September 2009
Admission prices
Adult £4.20
Over 60 £3.40
Children (5-15) £2.20
Family (2+3) £12.50
Group (10+)
half price
Season passes
Adult/ Over 60 £12.00
Children (5-15) £6.00
Family (2+3) £35.00
NB: Books of discounted cliff top land train
tickets available for annual pass holders
only, available from the estate office.
Cliff top train
(Sewerby to Limekiln Lane)
Adults (single/return) £1.50/£2.40
Children (single/return) 80p/£1.30
(Sewerby to Leisure World)
Adults (single/return) £2.40/£3.80
Children (single/return) £1.40/£2.20
Book 15 Tickets (Adult) £14.00
Book 15 Tickets (Child) £7.00
Zoo pay Box
Adult / Over 60 £2.00
Children (5-15) £1.00
Santa’s Grotto £3.95
Summer lecture series
31 July | 7, 14, 21, 28 August
Every Friday starting at 2.30pm
Orangery concert series
Every Sunday starting at 3.00pm from the
30 March to 18 May
A week of music
Every day from Tuesday to Saturday at
2.00pm 20 - 24 October
There is no charge to attend daytime
lectures, recitals or concerts. You are
simply invited to make a donation towards
operating costs.
Golf prices
Adult £2.50
Over 60 £1.90
Children (5-15) £1.40
(Non estate charging periods)
Adult £3.60
Over 60 £2.90
Children (5-15) £2.50
Group of 4 adults £12.00
Ball Deposit £1.00
Lost Ball £1.00
Putting green
Adult / Over 60 £1.70
Children (5-15) 85p
Golf season passes
Adult £85.00
Over 60 £55.00
Children (5-15) £42.50
Note: Golf charges are in addition
to estate admission price.
Other charges
Wedding photographs £65.00
British Cactus &
Succulent Society
Bridlington branch
34th annual show
12.30pm - 5.00pm 5 July
Children’s Halloween
Workshops
Booking required contact the Estate office
for full details. | 28 October
Scary masks workshop
2 – 4pm ( 5 – 12ys)
Illuminated lantern workshop
10 – 12.45pm ( 5 – 12yrs)
Visitor information
Pushchairs and Prams - Regretfully, for health and safety reasons, pushchairs/ prams are not
allowed in the Hall and Tea Rooms, with the exception of those requiring additional assistance.
Toilets and Baby Changing Facilities - These are accessible within the Hall and Courtyard.
Dogs - Dogs must be on a lead at all times. No dogs are allowed in the Hall, Zoo or Tea
Rooms (guide dogs welcome). Please clean up after your dog.
Parking – Free all year round for visitors to the Hall and Gardens only (inc. coaches).
Open and locked according to seasonal daylight hours. Overflow car parking is available on
selected special event days.
Land Train - Runs every 20 minutes (approximately) along the North side cliff top
Outreach - Sewerby Hall and Gardens serves as a great environment for the Outreach
project providing the opportunity for those involved to interact with staff and visitors. As
horticulture is a very therapeutic pastime, it also provides the chance to enjoy the work
that they do, have fun and promote their produce.
Group and Educational Visits - We welcome pre-booked visitor parties and educational
groups. Discounts are available
Gift Shop - Located within the Hall it offers a range of gifts and souvenirs for all ages.
Access for All - The Hall and estate are disabled friendly and we have a limited amount
of disabled parking bays. There are steps around the Estate especially on the Woodland
Walk area. Please be aware that the walk way in the Woodland Walk is surfaced with
bark chippings. Alternative access and routes are available, please see signs. Access to the
Hall is via the Estate Office and a lift is available to all floors.
Sewerby Hall Museum has been Accredited by the Museums, Libraries and Archives
Council. The Accreditation Scheme sets nationally agreed standards for UK museums.
To qualify, museums must meet basic requirements on how they care for and document
their collections, how they are governed and managed, and on the information and
services they offer to their users.
Sewerby Hall & Gardens is proud to be listed in the directory of Yorkshire’s Great
Houses, Castles & Gardens. Featured alongside some of Yorkshire’s finest castles,
abbeys, houses and gardens and landscapes, Sewerby Hall is fortunate to be associated
with this impressive list of locations.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens was selected as the National Winner in Warburton’s Bread
“Best Picnic Spot 2008” competition. With many tranquil locations throughout the
grounds, there is no better place in all of England to sit and picnic.
Opening times
Hall - 4 April to 27 September. Open daily, 10.00am to 5.00pm
Estate - Open all year round dawn until dusk
Estate Car Park - Open and locked according to seasonal daylight hours
Golf and Putting - 4 April to 27 September open daily 10am - 6pm,
Rievaulx Abbey
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Hutton-le-Hole
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Thornton-le-Dale
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Easingwold
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YORK
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M62
Castle Howard
Howardian Hills
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Stamford Bridge
Howden
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Goole
Sledmere House
Market Weighton
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Yorkshire Wolds
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Bempton Flamborough
Burton
Flamborough
Agnes
Lighthouse
Hall BRIDLINGTON
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Sewerby Hall and Orangery
- A brief history
Sewerby Hall is situated in over fifty acres of distinguished
parkland and enjoys a unique cliff-top location with
breathtaking views across Bridlington Bay.
John Greame began building the central core of the house
immediately after purchasing the land in 1714. It is a very fine
example of an early Georgian house with nineteenthcentury
additions and its significance is underlined by
its Grade I listing.
The Greame family made this house their home
for over two centuries, with each new generation
making their mark by subsequent building phases. In
1808 work was begun on the elegant Regency bow-fronted
wings; in the 1840s, the Orangery, the famous archway, the
clock tower and the gatehouses were built, with the final
phase being the stately dining
room dating from 1890. The
house is an architectural tour of
the Georgian, Regency, Victorian
Greek Revival and High Victorian
taste and is a rewarding day out.
The house, gardens and parkland were purchased by
Bridlington Corporation in 1934. In a grand ceremony they
were officially opened to the public in 1936 by the famous
aviatrix, Amy Johnson.
Here is a selection of
what’s new for 2009
Walter Goodin Above All, the Sky
Sewerby Hall is very proud to host the major exhibition:
Walter Goodin Above All, the Sky, featuring works by the artist
who was born at Hull but spent his life living and painting in
Bridlington from the late 1940s until his death in 1992.
Walter Goodin (1907-1992) is best known for his panoramic
paintings of the Wolds and the East Yorkshire coastline. This
exhibition is the first ever appraisal of his work and brings
together a selection of approximately 40 paintings and
drawings, the majority of which have never been seen in public
before. The exhibition is based on research by local art experts
Wendy Loncaster and Malcolm Shields. The show will run from
4th April until 21st May 2009.
Sewerby Hall’s Kitchens through
the Ages
Similar to the growth of the Hall over almost two centuries,
the development of Sewerby’s kitchen – the engine room of
the country house – will be explored in depth. This fascinating
exhibition which charts the kitchen’s relocation, cooking
technology and modern conveniences of the age, will run in the
ground floor corridor throughout the 2009 season.
Children’s zoo
Sewerby childrens zoo is a wonderful
collection of domestic and wild mammals,
birds that appeal to all ages. The zoo is
host to many fascinating species, some of
which are threatened. Animals include
llamas, monkeys, Cameroon sheep and
a fantastic aviary. Due to our successful
breeding programme, we are able
to accommodate an increasing
number of Humbolt penguins.
The penguin pond layout allows
you to see the penguins swimming
or sunbathing and feeding time
(3.00pm daily) is especially popular.
You can see creatures
from all over
the world
in just one
day including new arrivals of rheas, Shetland
sheep and giant rabbits. We also run a very
successful yearly animal adoptive scheme.
Courtyard craft outlets
Visit our courtyard
craft outlets to find
the special gift to
remind you of your
visit to Sewerby Hall
and Gardens. Items
range from hand-made
jewellery to honey and
wax products.
Golf and putting
Need some exercise? Why not try our challenging 10-hole
pitch and putt golf course. Soft undulating fairways, protected
by clusters of mature trees, waiting to catch the erring tee shot!
A testing course suitable for serious and recreational golfers.
Alternatively the whole family can enjoy the 18-hole putting green.
Children’s Parkland
educational trail
Our Parkland Trail is a fun and educational experience for
primary school aged children. The trail will take the children to
every corner of the fascinating Hall, Gardens and Zoo. On sale
in our Gift Shop.
Adventure playground
When the kids get restless there
is only one place to go – the
children’s adventure play area.
Here they can safely burn off that
excess energy. Challenging and
traditional play equipment, picnic
tables for parents with protective
flooring and in a dog-proof
perimeter fence.
The Clock Tower Tea Rooms
Open daily, The Clock Tower
Tea Rooms offers a wide
range of hand made cake,
Pastries, fresh ground coffee,
mouth watering Panini and
freshly prepared salads. So
why not sit back and relax
in the tranquil setting of
the Sewerby Gardens and
indulge yourself? The Tea Rooms also serves daily specials, offer
Hospitality catering and has adequate seating both inside and out
for you and your family to enjoy.
Alternately visit our Grab ‘n’ Go catering outlet which can be
found in the courtyard (weather permitting) for people who want
a quick snack or ice cream whilst on the go.
The Clock Tower Tea Rooms has recently been awarded the
nationally recognised Hospitality Assured award in recognition
of its service and business excellence to all service users and
has also achieved the Heartbeat award for its contribution to
providing Healthy food options to its customers.
Flamborough
lighthouse
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, in partnership
with Trinity House, now provide tours of
Flamborough Lighthouse. This imposing
structure, on the tip of Flamborough’s
distinctive headland, celebrated its 202nd
anniversary on 1st December 2008. The Lighthouse is open to
the public from Easter to mid September and can accommodate
school and group visits during the closed period. For further
details please contact the Sewerby Estate office (01262 673769).
Sewerby Hall owns a great collection of Amy Johnson
memorabilia, presented to Sewerby Hall by Amy’s father in
1958. The Amy Johnson room opened in 1959.
Sewerby Hall is considered to be
the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the East
Riding of Yorkshire Council. Our aim
is to promote a varied and frequently
changing programme of temporary
shows which include fine art, crafts
and historical exhibitions, set against the
backdrop of this magnificent old house.
Outdoor events
Sewerby walks - Walking
the way to health - 2009
No need to book, just turn up. For further information
call the estate office on 01262 673769. All walks start
from The Orangery, Sewerby Hall.
1 hour walks start at 10.30 am Tuesdays:
7, 21 Apr | 5, 19 May | 9, 23 Jun | 7, 21 Jul | 11, 25 Aug
8, 22 Sept | 6, 20 Oct | 3, 17 Nov | 1, 15 Dec
2 hour walks start at 10.00 am Tuesdays:
14 Apr | 12 May | 16 Jun | 14 Jul | 18 Aug | 15 Sept
13 Oct | 10 Nov | 8 Dec
April
9 Spring Plant and Flower
Sale / Ar t and Craft Fair
13 Craft Fair
13 Jousting
May
2-4 Friends of American old
time music and dance
9 Sue Ryder Midnight Walk
10 MG Car Rally
17 East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car
Club –Spring Historic Vehicle
Gathering
24-25 Napoleonic Battle
31 Hummanby Brass Band
June
14 East Yorkshire Thoroughbred
Car Club - East Coast Run
14 City of Bradford Pipe Band
Artist in the park: Glen
Marshall 6th July to 19th July
July
5 British Cactus & Succulent
Society 34th annual show
7 Craft Fair
12 Race for Life – Cancer
Research
14 Craft Fair
19 Escafeld Brass Band
21 ERYC Summer Scorcha
22 Kids Wildlife Safari
24 Family Magic Day
26 The Swinton and District
Excelsior Band
28 Craft Fair
28 ERYC Summer Scorcha
29 Alice through the Looking Glass /
Outdoor Theatre Production
29 Kids Wildlife Safari
31 Family Magic Day
Artist in the park:
Leanne Broadbent
20 July - 2 August
August
2 The Big Picnic
4 Craft Fair
4 ERYC Summer Scorcha
5 Kids Wildlife Safari
7 Family Magic Day
9 Cinderella / Outdoor Theatre
Production
9 The Huddersfield Wind Band
11 ERYC Summer Scorcha
12 Kids Wildlife Safari
14 Family Magic Day
16 Morris Minors Car Rally
16 Farmers Fair
16 West Yorkshire Brass Band
18 ERYC Summer Scorcha
18 Craft Fair
19 Kids Wildlife Safari
20 Mid Summer’s Nights Dream /
Outdoor Theatre Production
21 Family Magic Day
23 Coast Sea & Sky Outdoor
Environmental Event
25 Craft Fair
25 Kids Summer Scorcha
26 Kids Wildlife Safari
30 The Mississippi Dieielanders
30 East Yorkshire Throughbred
Car Club – Summer Historic
Vehicle Gathering
30-31 Roman Re enactment
31 Car Rally
Artist in the park: Katherine
McDermid 3 - 16 August
Artist in the park: Julie
Thompson 17 - 30 August
September
November
28-30 Halloween Events
December
19-24 Festival of Christmas