Welcome to our May newsletter. We hope you're enjoying the spring weather and all that it has to offer. Here at Sewerby Hall and Gardens, we're gearing up for a busy month of events and activities. So grab a brew, sit back and read the news! We hope to see you all soon! Wildlife Photographer returns! The Natural History Museum, London 58th Wildlife Photographer of the Year is coming to us from 5 May 2023. The winning photographer is Sascha Fonseca. Sascha captured his winning image during a three-year bait-free camera trap project high up in the Indian Himalayas. Come and see exhibition this spring. Find out more here Sascha Fonseca  Under 5s Go Wild!A fun programme for under 5s that celebrates nature alongside the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. This is a great opportunity for young children to learn about nature and have some fun at the same time. Drop in any time 5 May to 16 July, between 11am to 4pm for: - Big bug hunt: Minibeasts have got loose in Sewerby Hall!
- Garden Explorer Packs: Investigate the gardens and parkland.
Visit us Friday 19 May for: - Animal Art: Make bright, bold art all about animals and nature.
- Fun Music: Enjoy nature-themed nursery rhymes, singing, dancing.
- Story Time: Listen to a fun animal-themed story!
 Medieval Re-Enactment Weekend On the weekend of 13 and 14 May, 11am to 4pm Come along and meet curious characters in medieval living encampments, marvel at medieval soldiers preparing for combat and watch thrilling battle sequences. Engage in medieval kitchen demonstrations, captivating craft displays, feudal fashion workshops, dramatic archery shows and much more. This fantastic weekend is brought to you by Sir John Savile’s Household and will be fun for all the family. Vintage Afternoon Tea!   Treat yourself or a loved one to our Vintage Afternoon Tea!   Join us in the Orangery, accompanied by a background pianist! Our Vintage Afternoon Tea includes a selection of sandwiches, a homemade scone with jam and cream, a selection of cakes and unlimited tea or coffee. 2 May, 6 June, 4 July, 8 August, 5 September, 3 October 2023 £16 per person or upgrade to include a glass of Prosecco for £21.60 Admission available from 1.30pm Please pre-book via the Welcome Centre or call (01262) 673769 Helping to protect Humboldt Penguins in the wild   To celebrate World Penguin Day (25 April) The Zoo team have set up a donation box to raise funds for the conservation in Punta San Juan Peru, who are helping to protect Humboldt Penguins in the wild. Click here to find out more from our Head Zoo Keeper Murder at the Hall Welcome to Murder at the Hall, presented by Spotlight Theatre Bridlington, a murder mystery with a difference. Take a step back to April 1912, when the Fairfax family are hosting a party of which is by invitation only... that is until a deathly scream fills the rooms, and then budding sleuths will search the house and its fine rooms on the lookout for clues Friday 2 June and Friday 9 June, 2023 £24.99pp limited numbers - so book now to avoid disappointment. Orangery doors open 7pm. Evening starts 7.15pm. Finishes 10pm. 1912 dress optional. 18+ event. Alcohol available to purchase separately. Adventure Cinema is back! Join us for an amazing outdoor cinema experience. Make sure to bring a blanket or camping chair and watch on a giant cinema screen under the stars! 19 May: Elvis 20 May: Dirty Dancing 21 May: Top Gun: Maverick Gates open 7.45pm, film starts shortly after sunset - approx 9.15pm
Limited tickets available so make sure to book yours today! Car park developmentYou Said... We Did We know our car park struggles at peak times, therefore C.R Reynolds have been on site for the last 3 weeks to install Gulpa Grass Reinforcement creating an additional 45 all-weather parking bays. The car park will remain open to our visitors during the works, there may be some disruption at times, however this will be kept to a minimum. Thank you for your continued support  Spring Spectacular   Join us for some half term of fun! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, from Rusticus adventures to Wildcat activities, Zoo activities, Magic Shows and Face Painting. Rusticus Adventures - Wind in the Willows: A whole host of silly seasonal activities.
- Viking Encounter: Embark on a quest for the greatest story ever told.
- Knights of the Round Table: Learn what it takes to be Knights of the Round Table!
- Wonderland Adventure: An imaginative journey into Wonderland.
Wildcat Activities - Mini Beast Hunt: Find and identify as many mini beasts as you can.
- Card Making: Create greeting cards, using natural materials.
Zoo Activities - Meet the Hoof Stock: Come along and meet our Donkeys, Llamas or Goats.
- Penguin Hat and Talk Workshop: Learn all about our colony of Humboldt Penguins.
- Make Orange Fat Balls: Make a fat ball covered with seeds for you to take home and feed to the birds in your garden.
All activities are included in the admission price, visit our website for more information, www.sewerbyhall.co.uk But wait there's more! We have an number of exciting events coming this year. - Wildlife Photographer of the Year
- Half Term Fun
- Medieval Re-enactment Weekend
- Adventure Cinema: Elvis
- Adventure Cinema: Dirty Dancing
- Adventure Cinema: Top Gun: Maverick
- Summer of Fun
- BRICKS LIVE: Animal Paradise
- Spooky Sewerby
- Winter Woodland
Why not buy an annual pass to make the most of them? What do you get from an annual pass? - Access to the whole estate all year round with added discounts and benefits.
- Unlimited visits for 12 months.
- 10% off in the Clock Tower Café and Stables Shop on hot drinks and selected items.
- Access to new exhibitions including the 58th Wildlife Photographer of the Year and Bricks Live Animal Paradise.
- Hundreds of events including Easter Adventures, Spring Spectacular, A Summer of Fun, Spooky Sewerby, Orangery Concerts and more.
- Priority booking access for Sewerby Winter Woodland.
Annual Pass cost Adult: £35 Child (3 - 15 years): £22 Family (two adults and two children): £95 Additional child added to a family pass: £15 Buy your pass today and save!  Musical Afternoons  All concerts begin at 2pm, further details can be found via our website. That's all for now, we'll be back next month with more news for you. Why not follow our social media channels and you can be one of the first to find out what's happening here at Sewerby Hall. See you next month! The Sewerby Team  | 
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