Beverley is a pretty market town. A prominent feature is the historic and attractive place of worship, Beverley Minster. Beverley is the county town of the East Riding of Yorkshire. The town centre is located 27 miles south-east of York’s centre and 15 miles north-west of City of Hull.
Visitors to Beverley often remark that it’s got a lot more to offer than had been expected. It’s an incredibly interesting, historic market town. Possessing it’s very own Minster (like York) and historic town centre, Beverley is a very pretty town which is full of wow factor for visitors.
There’s plenty to see and do, and some of the most famous pubs and restaurants in Yorkshire, at a slightly slower pace than you’ll find in a city. With the fabulous Yorkshire Wolds on your doorstep, and the East Yorkshire coast within easy reach too, Beverley is an excellent base for a Yorkshire tour.
You’ll find something interesting around every corner in Beverley, a town full of charm. Put this one on your list for your next trip to Yorkshire.
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Discover Beverley – The Jewel of East Yorkshire
Beverley is a thriving traditional market town and its Market Cross still stands proudly in the centre of its bustling marketplace.
Visitors are attracted to this well-loved town by a variety of options – you can enjoy a day at the races, boutique shopping, a quiet drink in an historic pub and a meal in an increasing number of café-bars and restaurants.
The Flemingate Shopping Centre, which is also packed with leisure options, has dramatically transformed an area in the town once known for its tannery.
You can follow your exploration of the wide-open pastures of Beverley Westwood with a visit to the magnificent 13th-century Beverley Minster or a stroll along the Beck.
Accommodation in Beverley
Also see our page on B&Bs in Beverley.
Bumblebee Cottage
Bumblebee Cottage, 94 Keldgate, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 8JD, United KingdomOak Tree Cottage
Oak Tree Cottage, 77 East Street, Leven, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 5NG, United KingdomThe Old Dairy
The Old Dairy, 77 East Street, Leven, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 5NG, United KingdomOurHaus
89A Walkergate Beverley, Beverley, HU17 9BP, United KingdomRobin Cottage
Robin Cottage, 8 The Bryants Leven, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 5QD, United Kingdom57 Westlands Way
57 Westlands Way, 57 Westlands Way, Leven, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 5LQ, United KingdomArmstrong Cottage
Armstrong Cottage, 3 Trinity Lane, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 0DY, United KingdomHolly Bank
Holly Bank, Holly Bank, Main Street, Etton, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU177PQ, United KingdomThe Beverley Arms Hotel
North Bar Within, Beverley, HU17 8DD, United KingdomThe King’s Head
37-28 Saturday Market, Beverley, HU17 9AH, United KingdomBest Western Lairgate Hotel
Lairgate , Beverley, HU17 8EP, United KingdomThe Old Dairy, Beverley
Beverley, HU17 5NG, United KingdomAbove is just a flavour of recently updated accommodation. Browse all overnight stays in Beverley here.
Events in Beverley
Beverley Flat Race at Beverley Racecourse on Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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May 16th, 2023 12:00pmBeverley Flat Race at Beverley Racecourse on Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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May 31st, 2023 12:00pmPictures of Beverley
Things to Do in Beverley
Beverley Racecourse
Beverley Racecourse, York Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8QZ, United KingdomBeverley Tourist Information Centre
East Riding Treasure House, Champney Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8HEThere’s many more things to do in Beverley – click here to see them.
Finding Beverley – Map & Location
Beverley is around 15 miles from Hull, the largest of East Yorkshire‘s cities, and 27 miles south east of York, making it a great base for day trips to either of those cities, but there’s much to see and do in the historic town itself.
About Beverley
For city sights go to Hull, to see the sea, head for Hornsea, or for more market town charm, try Driffield.