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 one bookable indoor classroom space, 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 supporting the EYFS and National Curriculums.
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 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.
The Servant's Day
Discover life in an Edwardian Country House. Under the guidance of the Senior Servants, have a go at some Victorian or Edwardian household duties, and compare the lives of the servants to those of their wealthy employers. Available as a half day workshop only.
| Half Day - 10am-12:30pm £4 per head, minimum charge £60 |
Beside the Seaside
What were holidays like 100 years ago? What was it like to go to the seaside 100 years ago? Use evidence from the Museum’s collection to find out! Try on a bathing costume from the time, do some promenading in your Sunday Best, and pack a period picnic. Available as a half day workshop only.
| Half Day - 10am-12:30pm £4 per head, minimum charge £60 |
Anglo-Saxon workshop
Investigate the life and death of Anglo-Saxons. Unravel mysteries from the Sewerby Anglo-Saxon cemetery. Craft a brooch like the ones in our collection and discover Anglo-Saxon costume as part of your investigation into life in the 7th century.
| 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. 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. Explore The life and achievements of Amy Johnson through the unique collection of Amy Johnson memorabilia and personal items at Sewerby Hall, this workshop looks at her fame, her achievements as a woman, and some of her other interests. Available as a half day workshop only.
| Half Day - 10am-12:30pm £4 per head, minimum charge £60 |
Bespoke workshops
Create a unique experience. 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 at Sewerby Hall and Gardens. Complete fun tasks during your visit and at home or school, then contact us to receive your certificate. The award is a precursor to the Arts Award just for young children. It can be completed by families or by Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) groups. EYFS groups must book group visits in advance.
1. Discover arts all around
Explore the estate, follow the garden trails, take a look at all the furniture and more.
2. Experience artists' work
Use the '5 Things to Discover' challenge to investigate artworks, museum objects, architecture and statues.
3. Making and creating
Create your own art, from dressing up and acting, to drawing, sticking or building, just be creative!
4. Sharing experiences
Tell friends and family about what you have done so they can share in the creative fun.
Getting your certificate
Email sewerby.hall@eastriding.gov.uk to request your Creative Families Award certificate, letting us know the name and age of the child taking part, your postcode, and the date you completed the Creative Families Award tasks.
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.
Plan your educational visit
Contact our education officer to discover more learning opportunities or discuss a bespoke education package.