The hugely popular Sewerby Winter Woodland will return to Sewerby Hall and Gardens this Christmas, from 8th – 22nd December.
An all-new spectacular display of lights, sounds and special effects will bring the grounds to life for a great evening out this festive season.
After sell-out events in 2021 and 2022, this year’s Sewerby Winter Woodland will include a new route and a new theme – a chance to embark on a Magical Christmas Rescue, along with a host of cheerful festive characters.
The mischievous elves accidentally dropped a sack of presents while flying over Sewerby Hall and Gardens and visitors’ assistance is urgently needed to locate and recover them. The Fairy atop the Christmas tree has bestowed her wondrous magic upon the woods, illuminating them with a captivating display of colours, glitters, and twinkles.
Marie Gascoigne, general manager, Sewerby Hall and Gardens, explained: “Step into the Winter Woodland, where cheerful festive characters await to lend a hand. Together, with a touch of Fairy Magic, let’s save Christmas in a truly unforgettable experience for all the family!”
Visitors will meet the festive characters on a journey through the Winter Woodland to save Christmas:
Woodland Elf: Every 10 minutes from 4.40pm with the last performance starting at 7.20pm
Nutcracker: Every 10 minutes from 4.50pm with the last performance starting at 7.30pm
Squirrel: Every 10 minutes from 5pm with the last performance starting at 7.40pm
Fairy: Every 10 minutes from 5.10pm with the last performance starting at 7.50pm
A new exhibition will add to the magic of Christmas – ‘The Nutcracker’, set on Christmas Eve many years ago, where toys come to life and take the children on an unforgettable adventure. It also explores the Nutcracker’s place in popular culture since the story’s publication in 1816. To compliment the exhibition, there will also be the Nutcracker trail and festive activities around the house.
Food and drinks will be available from the Clock Tower Café, Stables Pizza Company, and Love Hog Roast. The courtyard marquee will house a licenced bar, from Louisiana Bars. As a new addition for 2023, there will also be a chance for visitors to browse craft stalls from local vendors, which will have wonderful trinkets available for purchase. Refreshments will be available to purchase along the route as well as enjoying toasted marshmallows at an additional charge.
Councillor Nick Coultish, portfolio holder for culture, leisure and tourism, said : “Once again, Sewerby Winter Woodland promises to be a great night out in the run-up to Christmas, with wonderful experiences for all ages to enjoy. It’s bound to be popular again, so I would urge people to book early!”
There will be six admission sessions each evening. Admission times will be between:
4.30pm-5pm;
5pm-5.30pm;
5.30pm-6pm;
6pm-6.30pm;
6.30pm-6.50pm;
6.50pm-7.15pm.
Relaxed performances will be held on Sunday, 10nd December at 4.30pm and 5pm, with the full experience recommencing from 5.30pm. Relaxed performances will feature reduced volume, no haze or smoke machines, and the characters in the woodland will be aware of sensory needs.
Tickets for all performances will cost: Adults £16; Child £12; Family (2 adults +2 children) £50; Under 3s free of charge (ticket not required). They will go on sale on Monday, 26th June for annual pass holders and Brid Spa members, and on Tuesday, 27th June for all other customers.
Tickets must be bought online in advance; they will not be available on the door.
For full details, and to book tickets (from 26th or 27th June), visit: www.sewerbyhall.co.uk
