Exhibitions and Displays

Introduction

Sledmere House invites you to explore our new online displays and exhibitions. This will be regularly updated so keep coming back to check for additions. These displays are aimed to appeal to people of all ages who are interested in local history and our beautiful Estate.

Sledmere has always been committed to its local economy and environment and you may see faces you recognise in the displays and that follow.

Lady Henrietta Masterman Sykes

​Lady Henrietta Masterman Sykes was the third Lady of Sledmere House, learn about her life, marriage and pioneering in women’s rights and her influence in politics.

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The Queen's visit to Sledmere in 1954

In August 1954 we were very lucky to receive Her Majesty The Queen on her first visit to the East Riding as sovereign.

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