East Riding of Yorkshire
Properties and events in East Riding of Yorkshire
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Goole docks - a talk about its history
Learn about the origins and evolution of Goole Docks
Beverley St Mary's Church guided tours and visits to the bell tower
The beautiful parish church of many centuries, now celebrating significant restorations with new and acclaimed stone carvings. Come visit the church and see the view of Beverley from the bell tower
Eastgate Studio
Eastgate Studio is an artist run, print studio and gallery in Beverley, East Yorkshire. The space includes six traditional printmaking workshops and a gallery showcasing a wide range of print techniques including mezzotint, linocut and dry point.
Bishop Burton - the Altisidora Inn
The Altisidora Inn, named for a very famous racehorse in the beautiful East Riding village of Bishop Burton, welcomes you.
Beverley St Marys - talks and workshop
On 6 September there will be three talks on the theme of networks and connections: Beverley’s water pump, Beverley’s gas lamps and Amy Johnson’s adventures. On 14 September there will be a glass making workshop.
Beverley Guildhall & Community Museum
The historic Guildhall is one of Beverley's best-kept secrets. See the beautiful Georgian courtroom and visit this year's featured exhibition, an artistic film, 'Portrait of a Pasture', as well as a short video of 'Beverley in Motion'.
Beverley Minster Sanctuary and Herb Garden
This new garden at Beverley Minster complements the new sanctuary project. Planted with many herbs, come and sit in the sun and find some special peace and quiet in this area within the Minster grounds.
Beverley - Barges on Beverley Beck
Three restored boats on Beverley Beck: visits, tours and boat trips on Mermaid
Beverley Norwood House
An exceptional Georgian house that is rarely open to the public. Great architectural features and an unusual history
Beverley High School
Beverley's famous High School, founded in 1908, opens its doors to show its history, buildings and educational provision.
Beverley, no.2 Highgate
A Georgian Town House built in 1759, in which Mary Wollstonecraft (a pioneer of women’s rights) lived as a child. Tour the main rooms of the house.
Beverley The Church of St John of Beverley
St John of Beverley Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Beverley, built in 1897.
Beverley - Sun Inn
The Sun Inn, sits opposite Beverley Minster and is reputed to be the oldest public house in Beverley
Beverley Minster Secret Garden
The most secret of the Minster gardens, rarely open to the public, a real delight.
Beverley - Gallery at Salt
An exhibition of Art and Architecture by Salt Architects, revealing the essence of place through creative exploration of connectivity within our cultural landscape. With artworks by Claire West, Bridget Hansford and Alexandra Thorne.
Beverley Monks Walk Inn
The ancient Monks Walk Inn, close to Beverley Minster, offers tours as well as refreshments.
Beverley St Mary's Church presents teddy bears, parachutes and stories of the white rabbit
The beautiful parish church of many centuries, now celebrating significant restorations with new and acclaimed stone carvings. Come visit the church with your children
Beverley Toll Gavel United Church
An imposing chapel in the heart of Beverley, with a number of events and workshops for Heritage Open Days.
Beverley East Riding Theatre
Beverley's own live theatre - come and explore, and look at what happens backstage.
Hebblethwaite House the upper reaches
A guided tour of part of the upper floors of this 1680 Merchants house to see Victorian alterations as well as the original roof timber trusses. This is a second visit tour, it is recommended that you do the Hebblethwaite House tour beforehand.
Beverley Minster
One of the greatest Gothic buildings in the country, there's always something new to find at the Minster.
Skirlaugh - Saint Augustine's church
St Augustine’s church is a Grade 1 listed medieval building, built between 1401 and 1404. Pevsner says, it is ‘one of the finest examples of Perpendicular architecture in the country’.
Etton - Cherry Corner
A Grade 2 listed house, which was formerly a joiner’s workshop and small holding. Recently renovated combining respect for the building's past with the need to address modern living standards and the climate crisis.
Hessle Whiting Mill
Explore the industrial heritage of this mill on the banks of the Humber
Beverley Butt Farm World War II Battery
A remarkable survival of the Second World War, a defensive battery to guard the Humber. Guided tours of approximately 90 minutes.
Goole - Local artist Rueben Chappel
This talk focuses on the life and work of Goole pierhead painter Reuben Chappell.
Skidby Mill
Look around the outside of this famous tower windmill, and enjoy a picnic in the mill's acreage. Explore the new children's play area nestling alongside the wildflower meadow.
Beverley - Masonic Hall
The Masonic Hall is not normally open to the general public. Take this opportunity to look around.
Beverley area: Laurel Vines, Aike
Laurel Vines, a flourishing vineyard in the heart of rural East Yorkshire. Come and see the amazing vinery.
Beverley Friary
The old Dominican Friary has an exotic 800 year history: come and see this hidden treasure and the 16th century wall paintings. Rarely open to the public.
Hebblethwaite House
A merchants house of c.1680 which has had a complex and colourful life, it has been home to several families, a Bank ( and a manager convicted of embezzelment ), the Local Authority Registry office and is now being returned to a family home.
St. Johns Burlington Methodist Church
Discover the historic St John's Burlington Methodist Church. - Autumn Show - 14th September (doors open to public for the Show from 12 noon) - Coffee Mornings and heritage display - 7th; 11th; 14th September 09.30-11.30.
Etton - historic village
Etton is an almost hidden village at the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds only 4 Miles from Beverley. Visit the Village Hall to view a display and then take a walk around the village.
Goole docks - a history walk
Join Goole Civic Society for a guided walk through Goole docks
Beverley Queensgate and Kitchen Lane allotments
Beverley’s allotments; a rare chance to see what your neighbours are growing within our historic town boundaries
Bishop Burton Walled Garden
A famous and beautiful walled garden, attached now to Bishop Burton College, with new ideas every year.
Whitgift - tour and exhibition at St Mary Magdalene church
The Church of St Mary Magdalene is an Anglican church in the hamlet of Whitgift, located by the River Ouse.. The church is noted for its clock which displays the number 13 in Roman numerals in what should be the 12 o'clock position!
Flamborough Old Waterworks
A guided tour of Flamborough's first public waterworks with a presentation on the history of the site and the work currently underway to refurbish this important local heritage landmark.
Ellerton Priory church, churchyard and landscape
Beautiful ancient and C19 church and lovely churchyard on a mediaeval monastic site, surrounded by a landscape of major ecological importance. Significant stained glass, modern craftsmanship, fascinating talks and truly great cakes!
Howden - a "communications Hub"; an exhibition
Ferries across the river, coaching inns, two railway bridges, roads, airfields, wharves - Howden has had and continues to have a pivotal role communications in East Yorkshire and beyond.
History Tour of Rise Hall
From grand country living, to convent school and then a 'Renovation Nightmare'- discover Rise Hall's history and take a look at its present role as a luxury wedding and events venue
Beverley - Highgate, a potted history
Highgate – the history of a single street.
Beverley - tour of the war graves in St Martin’s Cemetery
A walk around St Martin’s cemetery to hear stories of the World War I and II casualties buried there.
Hornsea Bettison's Folly
Visit Hornsea and see Bettison's Folly. Originally built in the grounds of Newbegin House in 1844, the 55ft-tall tower has delighted and intrigued visitors ever since.
Howden - a walk around the town's plaques and old inns
A guided walk around Howden to include the 27 blue plaques erected to commemorate the important people of the town. And to include some of the old inns of the town.
Birkin Church Heritage Day
Open church all day, with family history groups present & displays. Refreshments served all day.
Hornsea - NCI coast watch
The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) at Hornsea work closely with the Coast Guard, Cliff Rescue Teams, Helicopters and with the RNLI and Hornsea Inshore Rescue. The NCI station is by the Marine pub on the foreshore.
Hornsea - A load of old cobbles
A one hour guided walk around Hornsea with Janet Newton