Sewerby Hall and Gardens

Sewerby Hall is a Grade I listed Georgian country house set in 50 acres of landscaped gardens in the village of Sewerby, two miles from Bridlington. The main block was built around 1714 with later additions in 1808, including bow-fronted wings and a semi-circular Doric portico. The house stands on brick with stone dressings and has three storeys and seven bays. The stable block to the northwest dates from 1810 and is also Grade II* listed. A mid-19th-century gatehouse marks the western entrance to the grounds. The house is worth visiting for its long history and the stories of the Greame family who lived there for generations. John Greame built the present hall between 1714 and 1720 after inheriting wealth from his father. Later owners made improvements, including a conservatory in the 19th century and a clock tower in 1847. The hall opened to the public in 1936 with a ceremony led by aviator Amy Johnson. During the Second World War it served as a hospital for RAF personnel. Visitors find the Museum of East Yorkshire inside the hall, with rooms dedicated to local history and Amy Johnson. The grounds include a small zoo, aviary, putting green, and pitch and putt course. A terrace with statues of Ceres and Flora overlooks the gardens, and the cliff-top location offers views towards the coast. The stable block and gatehouse add to the architectural interest, while the home ground of Sewerby Cricket Club lies within the estate.