THE much-loved annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic will return to Newby Hall following the bank holiday weekend.

Visitors of all ages are encouraged to bring along their teddy bears and picnics on August, 28 for a day of fun with the characters from Make a Wish Events.

There will be lots of competitions, sing-a-longs, games and fun throughout the day with Bertie Bear, Fairy Enchantica and the Mad Hatter.

A Build-a-Bear workshop will also be available, should anyone want to create their own teddy on the day.

Stuart Gill, commercial director at Newby Hall, said: “The first picnic was held in 2016 to coincide with the launch of the Bear House and it has just grown in popularity to be one of our best loved family events.

“Families are now on their third year of picking it as the perfect event to meet up and have a great day with the children.”

The Teddy Bears’ Picnic is free with Gardens admission, with an extra charge for the Build-a-Bear Workshop.