On Friday, 1 August, Sewerby Hall visitors can enjoy a range of entertainment celebrating Yorkshire culture and heritage.
The Yorkshire Declaration will be read by the chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Councillor Liam Dealtry. The declaration will be supported by the award-winning East Riding Town Crier, Michael Wood.
Some of the other highlights will include:
Music from the Orangery with The Assembly Line at 2pm and Morris Dancing in front of the house from 11am.
Visitors can join Wildcats for Yorkshire themed creations 11am – 3pm and browse the Yorkshire theme makers fair located on the front events field 11am – 4pm.
‘Flat Cap Flinging’ and ‘Yorkshire Pudding and Spoon Racing’ will be some of the Yorkshire themed games on offer, these can be found by the Orangery 11am – 3pm.
Visit the Edwardian Kitchen and discover traditional Yorkshire recipes found in the East Riding Archives where visitors can make their own Yorkshire Flag to take away, 11am – 3.30pm.
The ‘Especially 4 U’ Yorkshire Day Makers Fair will be taking place on the front event field from 11am – 4pm. ‘Especially 4 U’ fairs bring together a group of artisans and likeminded makers to create a collection of unique handmade items, from wire sculptures, to cards for all occasions, there will be something for everyone.
Standard admission charges to Sewerby Hall and Gardens apply.
Councillor Liam Dealtry, chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council said: ‘’With such an exciting programme of events on offer, Yorkshire Day will be a memorable event for families and visitors alike.
‘’From cap flinging to crafting and live performances, the day will be a real spectacle and the team have worked hard to ensure a fun and varied event which celebrates Yorkshire heritage and culture.’’
