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Conservation in Action

You're invited to come along to find out more about how the collections team at Ormesby Hall look after the house and collections.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Come along and speak to our specially trained staff and volunteers about the meticulous work they carry out all year round to protect the collections in our care.

You can discover how they look after our textiles and ceramics, as well as detailed information on how we protect the house and the furniture from bugs. The specially trained book conservation volunteers will also be demonstrating how they carefully clean the books, giving a rare opportunity to see some of the book collection up close.

The house is open from 10.30am – 3.45pm on the day, with Conservation in action taking place between 10.30am – 1.30pm. No booking is required for this event. Free entry as part of Heritage Open Days.

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Upcoming events

Northern School of Art student exhibition 

This year Ormesby Hall celebrates the Pennyman family’s artistic legacy through an exciting collaboration with The Northern School of Art A-level students.

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19 Aug to 12 Oct 2026
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Secrets of the Collection: Art 

This year Ormesby Hall celebrates the Pennyman family’s artistic legacy through an arts collections focused exhibition

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19 Aug to 19 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 14:45+ 47 other dates or times

Summer of Play at Ormesby Hall 

Play your way into the summer holidays at Ormesby Hall and come along with your family and friends for some playful fun.

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19 Aug to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 12 other dates or times

Summer of Play: Wildlife Wednesdays 

Calling all explorers and nature enthusiasts. Join us every Wednesday in the summer holidays to discover more about the bugs and birds in the garden.

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19 Aug to 26 Aug 2026
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