Festival of Blossom: The Secret Bats of Seaton Delaval Hall
Discover the hidden world of bats through a thoughtful installation by artist Amy Dover, inviting you to look at the connections between wildlife, seasonal change and the landscapes around us.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
While blossom is a vibrant sign of spring, bats play a quieter but vital role in supporting healthy ecosystems. Explore a series of specially designed bat boxes placed across the Hall & grounds. Peek inside to uncover beautifully illustrated portraits of individual bats that roost at Seaton Delaval Hall, each one based on real animals observed by the artist in collaboration with the Hall’s bat ecologist.
During the first week of the exhibition, you’re invited to take part in a gentle interactive experience. An erasure display encourages visitors to carefully rub away parts of the drawings, revealing how environmental change can impact protected species. This shared moment offers a chance to reflect on the delicate balance of nature, and how easily it can be altered.
Amy is an academic at Edinburgh College of Art and a PhD student at Newcastle University, currently undertaking a practice-based Fine Art project focused on reconnecting humans with wild animals.
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