The Heritage Volunteers are one of three groups active within the Gardens. This small and enthusiastic team focuses on researching the Stewarts and the Burnby Hall estate, and presents guided tours, museum talks, and short presentations based on their research. They are always looking for new recruits, and anyone interested is asked to contact Peter, the assistant manager at the Gardens at peter@burnbyhallgardens.com

 

Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum

Pocklington’s unique Gardens have justifiably been called “a jewel in Yorkshire’s crown” and are home to a National Collection of nearly 100 varieties of Hardy Water Lilies, which bloom on the Upper and Lower lakes between mid-June and August.

 

The Gardens are winners of the Yorkshire in Bloom Gold Award and comprise a Walled Garden, an Aviary Garden, a Secret Garden, an extensive Edwardian Rock Garden, a Stumpery, and a Birch Walk, along with walkways around both Lakes. The Upper Lake contains large numbers of Carp and Roach, which can be hand-fed by visitors.

 

The Stewart Museum houses a fascinating collection of artefacts collected by Major Stewart and his wife Katharine on eight world tours that they made between 1906 and 1926.

 

Events are held throughout the spring and summer, and include our annual Tulip Festival in May, Children’s Events during the spring and summer holiday periods, and regular Sunday brass band and musical concerts. A café, gift shop and playground are situated on the site. All facilities are wheelchair and pushchair-friendly.

 

For further information, please visit their website at www.burnbyhallgardens.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.