East Riding of Yorkshire
Properties and events in East Riding of Yorkshire
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
All Saint's Church, Holme on Spalding Moor
This medieval church will be open for visitors to look round. From the car park you can see magnificent views of the Vale of York (including York Minster on a clear day). Refreshments available.
Baptist Chapel in Applegarth Lane
The chapel is now the oldest in Yorkshire and still in use for such a modest building and has the smallest, first ever private, burial ground away from the established church in Bridlington.
Beverley - Barges on Beverley Beck
Three restored boats on Beverley Beck: visits, tours and boat trips on Mermaid
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 - Highgate, a potted history
Highgate – the history of a single street.
Beverley - Masonic Hall
The Masonic Hall is not normally open to the general public. Take this opportunity to look around.
Beverley - Sun Inn
The Sun Inn, sits opposite Beverley Minster and is reputed to be the oldest public house in Beverley
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.
Beverley area: Laurel Vines, Aike
Laurel Vines, a flourishing vineyard in the heart of rural East Yorkshire. Come and see the amazing vinery.
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.
Beverley East Riding Theatre
Beverley's own live theatre - come and explore, and look at what happens backstage.
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.
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 High School
Beverley's famous High School, founded in 1908, opens its doors to show its history, buildings and educational provision.
Beverley Minster
One of the greatest Gothic buildings in the country, there's always something new to find at the Minster.
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 Minster Secret Garden
The most secret of the Minster gardens, rarely open to the public, a real delight.
Beverley Monks Walk Inn
The ancient Monks Walk Inn, close to Beverley Minster, offers tours as well as refreshments.
Beverley Norwood House
An exceptional Georgian house that is rarely open to the public. Great architectural features and an unusual history
Beverley Queensgate and Kitchen Lane allotments
Beverley’s allotments; a rare chance to see what your neighbours are growing within our historic town boundaries
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
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 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 The Church of St John of Beverley
St John of Beverley Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Beverley, built in 1897.
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, 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.
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.
Bishop Burton Walled Garden
A famous and beautiful walled garden, attached now to Bishop Burton College, with new ideas every year.
Bridlington Cemetery Chapel
Bridlington Cemetery Chapel is a large striking Gothic building, which can be seen from some distance. It is normally closed and is rarely open to the public.
Bridlington Harbour Heritage Museum
Located on Bridlington Harbour, this small museum tracks the history of the Harbour from its early days as a significant Port over 1000 years.
Bridlington Priory Church
The Priory Church of St Mary, known as Bridlington Priory, was founded in 1113 as an Augustinian monastery and is a stunning example of mediaeval architecture.
Bridlington Sailing Coble Preservation Society: Beck Hill Workshop
The Bridlington Sailing Coble Preservation Society (Charity no 1095946) was formed in 1983 to maintain, preserve and sail the last remaining 40-foot coble, Three Brothers, built during 1912 in Bridlington.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
You are very welcome to come and look round the building and discover the church's beliefs, their involvement in world-wide humanitarian work, emergency preparedness and their expertise in family history.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Goole - Local artist Rueben Chappel
This talk focuses on the life and work of Goole pierhead painter Reuben Chappell.
Goole docks - a history walk
Join Goole Civic Society for a guided walk through Goole docks
Goole docks - a talk about its history
Learn about the origins and evolution of Goole Docks
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.
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.
Hessle Whiting Mill
Explore the industrial heritage of this mill on the banks of the Humber
History on your doorstep
On 7th September, in the Priory Rooms, the annual ‘History on your Doorstep’ event will showcase organisations that promote and preserve our diverse local heritage.
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
Hornsea - A load of old cobbles
A one hour guided walk around Hornsea with Janet Newton
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 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 "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.
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.
Our Lady Star of the Sea and St. Peter
With the sea in mind, the name of the church was chosen, Our Lady Star of the Sea and St Peter, the patron saint of fishermen.
Quay Road and St John Street Exhibition
Have you ever wandered down Quay Road and St John Street in Bridlington, and seeing a modern building or carpark, wondered what was there previously? Did you know that nine Christian denominations have at some time had churches there?
Quay Road and St. John Street Talk
An illustrated talk given by local historian Ros West, about the buildings, people and happenings on Quay Road and St. John Street in Bridlington.
RNLI Flamborough
In 2024 the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) Celebrates its 200th Anniversary. As such RNLI Flamborough, feel it is a privilege to be included in the Heritage Open Days 2024
Rudston Church and Ancient Monolith
The Church of All Saints sits on a small hill on the line of the Roman road from York to Sewerby. The oldest part of the Church is the tower which is Norman and dates from 1100.
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.
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’.
Spotlight Theatre Behind the Scenes tour
The Spotlight Theatre is situated on the South side of Bridlington at 55a West Street. Very close to the Harbour and The Spa Theatre. Behind-the-scenes tours.
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.
The Bayle Museum
Explore one of Bridlington’s oldest buildings. The Bayle is a Grade I listed building and Ancient Monument dating back to the 12th Century, housing the Bayle Museum, which features a collection of artefacts dedicated to the history of the local area.
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!