Get ready to be AMAZED, stunned and maybe even a little emotional—because one of the world’s most jaw-dropping photography exhibitions is heading back to the East Yorkshire coast!
The legendary Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is making a dramatic return to Sewerby Hall and Gardens on Saturday, 9 May—and insiders say this year’s showcase could be the most breathtaking yet.
Now in its incredible 61st year, the globally renowned exhibition—on loan from the Natural History Museum—brings together some of the most powerful and intimate images ever captured in the wild. We’re talking heart-stopping moments, rare animal encounters and scenes most people will NEVER witness in real life.
From fierce predators in action to tender, unseen animal behaviour, the exhibition promises to pull back the curtain on the natural world in ways that are as emotional as they are unforgettable.
And the competition behind it? Absolutely massive.
A staggering 60,000 entries poured in from photographers across 113 countries, all battling it out for a place in this elite collection. Every single image was judged anonymously by top experts, who sifted through the entries looking for pure brilliance—creativity, originality and technical skill.
But it’s one playful predator that’s stealing the spotlight this year!
Photographer Josef Stefan snapped the winning People’s Choice image, cheekily titled Flying Rodent. The now-famous shot captures an Iberian lynx mid-play, tossing its prey into the air in a moment that’s equal parts shocking and strangely captivating.
Local leaders say the exhibition is more than just a visual treat—it’s a wake-up call.
Councillor Nick Coultish described it as a powerful reminder of both the beauty AND fragility of our planet, urging visitors to see it for themselves.
And there’s plenty of time to catch it—the exhibition runs right through to 19 July, giving families, photographers and wildlife lovers weeks to experience the magic.
Doors to Sewerby Hall are open daily from 11am, with last entry at 4pm—but be warned: once word gets out, this could be one of the hottest tickets on the Yorkshire coast.
Miss it? You’ll be missing a wild side of the world you’ve never seen before.
