Education and Learning
Sewerby Hall and Gardens is a superb venue for learners of all ages to visit and enjoy. We can organise sessions for groups of up to 70 students. We have two bookable indoor classroom spaces, as well as the Orangery which is suitable for larger groups.
Opportunities
There are plenty of opportunities for learners of all ages to choose from. Explore the house, gardens and the zoo, on a self-led visit. Learn even more on a guided tour with one of our education team, or book a workshop to bring the national curriculum to life. We also welcome home educators either individually or in groups and will do our best to provide sessions specifically tailored to your needs.
Self led visits
For schools planning a self led visit to Sewerby Hall and Gardens we have downloadable teaching packs for the Zoo, the House and for the Amy Johnson Collection. These provide a range of information, teaching ideas and suggestions.
Please note that if you are planning to visit the house, it is advisable to split your class into groups of less than 12 before coming in, as the rooms are not suitable for large groups. The attendants on duty when you visit will be able to give you more specific advice.
Guided visits
We can offer a range of facilitated activities to enhance your visit, from provision of worksheets, trails and quizzes, handling collections, talks and gallery tours. On Wednesdays and Fridays (between November and April) we can offer immersive, costumed and facilitated sessions for schools wishing to investigate life in an Edwardian Country House.
We are also happy to develop bespoke sessions for schools and other learners. For more details and information about the range of facilitated activities available and costs please contact us with your requirements.
School workshops
We can offer a variety of workshops for groups of all ages and abilities. Please note that an additional charge of £1.50 per head may apply if you wish to visit other areas during the course of your visit.
- Upstairs Downstairs
Life in an Edwardian Country House - Activities
Get to work under guidance of the butler or housekeeper, including preparing bread and cleaning, before heading upstairs and seeing how the other half live. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
£4 per head, minimum charge £60 - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
£8 per head, minimum charge £120
- Christmas with the Lloyd Greames
A seasonal celebration available Nov - Dec - Activities
As servants of Sewerby Hall you'll help prepare salt dough decorations to take home, create decoupage Christmas cards and play some festive games. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
£4 per head, minimum charge £60 - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
£8 per head, minimum charge £120
- Prehistory workshop
Shelter building in full day package - Activities
Inspired by our archaeological collections and nearby prehistoric sites at Star Carr and Rudston. Use special tools and handle items from Stone Age to Bronze Age. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
£4 per head, minimum charge £60 - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
£8 per head, minimum charge £120
- Zoo workshop
Discovering living things and habitats - Activities
Investigate the nature of living things, then explore the habitats woods and gardens before looking at the ways animals in the Zoo have adapted to their habitats and environments. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
£4 per head, minimum charge £60 - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
£8 per head, minimum charge £120
- Amy Johnson Workshop
Investigate the life and achievements of a local hero - Activities
An opportunity to use the unique collections of memorabilia at Sewerby Hall to explore the life and achievements of this remarkable local woman. Investigate the science of flight in the whole day workshop. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
£4 per head, minimum charge £60 - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
£8 per head, minimum charge £120
- Bespoke workshops
Create a unique experience - Activities
If you have any other specific requirements for workshops, please feel free to Contact Us to outline the needs of your school group. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. - Half Day
10am - 12.30pm
Contact us for prices - Full Day
10am - 2.30pm
Contact us for prices
Special Educational Needs Schools and Groups.
We welcome visits from Special Educational Needs Schools and groups, all our workshops are multi-sensory and the Hall, Zoo, Pleasure Gardens and Walled Gardens are accessible for those with mobility issues.
There are accessible toilets on site as well as a fully equipped Changing Places. We are happy to adapt any of our workshops to the needs of your group or develop bespoke workshops for your visit.
Workshops can be organised for a half or whole day. Please feel free to contact us to outline the needs of your group and discuss how we might be able to facilitate your visit. we will always do our best to help.
Creative Families Award
Little creatives aged 1 to 4 years old can take part in the free Creative Families Award during your visit. Complete four fun tasks in one visit or over several days, at Sewerby Hall and Gardens or any East Riding Museum and receive a certificate. The award is a precursor to the Arts Award just for toddlers. It can be completed by families or Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) groups.
Explore the estate, follow the garden trails, take a look at all the furniture and more.
Enjoy handling objects in the House, investigate statues in the gardens or wonder at the size of Sewerby Hall.
Create your own art, from dressing up and acting, to drawing, sticking or building, just be creative!
Tell friends and family about what you have done so they can share in the creative fun.
Getting your certificate
Families taking part can ask at the Welcome Centre either when they arrive, or after completing the activities. On leaving, tell us the tasks completed and we'll also need a few details such as name, age and postcode and your child will be presented with a certificate.
EYFS groups must book group visits in advance. Please tell the booking staff you wish to take part in the award so that we can organise your certificates.
Get the logbook
Buy the official Creative Families Award logbook to celebrate your child's progress and keep as a memento, for just £4. Ask at the Welcome Centre.
Talks and Lectures
We can also offer talks and lectures to groups and organisations. These can delivered to groups on site as part of a visit and are also available as outreach sessions, contact us for details.
Our Museum Mondays afternoon sessions are aimed specifically at our adult visitors.
East Riding Museums Service can offer a range of CPD and Inset Sessions to accompany the National Curriculum.
Download risk assessments for your visit.
