Beverley Mini Guide 2014

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//-->Mini Guidewww.visitbeverley.org1WelcomeContents4.CHIC &UNIQUECosmopolitan coffee bars mixedwith charming courtyards8.THE BEST OFEVERYTHINGThe stunning market town ofBeverley has beauty in abundance.Whether you would liketo take advantage ofthe upmarket shoppingexperience, or browseindependent boutiques andshops, Beverley’s picturesquestreets are home to them all.Saturday Market gives thecentre an exciting vibrant2feel. Wandering amongst themarket stalls you will findsomething for everyone.If shopping isn’t for you, youwill find a variety of cafés,bars and pubs around thecentre of Beverley, with thebeautiful greenery of BeverleyWestwood just onthe outskirts. A day at theRaces is a popular choicefor many, or for a relaxed dayof sightseeing, why not visitthe Minster?However you like to spendyour time, Beverley has somuch to do and see you willbe spoilt for choice.A DAY ATTHE RACESFrom sipping champagne to a picnic in thepaddock, Beverley Races is the place to be9.SO MUCHTO DO!The biggest andbest of Beverley10.A TOWN OFHISTORYwww.visitbeverley.orgA fascinating town with a historyspanning over 1000 years3www.visitbeverley.orgCHIC&UNIQUEBeverley provides an upmarket shopping experience in a beautifuland historic setting, its sense of charm and friendliness is clear tolocals, regular visitors and tourists.FROMHUMBUGSTOHANDBAGSLUX LABELSIn the heart of Beverley’sGeorgian quarter, offeringdesigner brands and uniqueItalian leather fashion,accessories & jewellery!MARKET &BOUTIQUEYou will find Beverley’spicturesque streetsand charming courtyardshouse everything includingBarbour, Joules, high endbeauty brands, traditionalsweet shops and the SteamerTrading Cookshop to namebut a few.Venture down the town’snarrow streets to discoverantiques, crafts and jewellerytucked away.In addition to the mix ofshops, you will find thesmall Wednesday and largeSaturday markets providea vibrant and friendlyatmosphere.NANNINIFRAGRANT& SWEETClose to the historicBeverley North Bar and StMary’s Church, Nanninioffers the finest leathergoods, gifts & accessories.VMust do!GEORGIANQUARTERThese architectuallyfascinating streets,divided by the 15thcentury North Barcontain a greatnumber of listedbuildings, and a widevariety of shops,including fashionboutiques.ST CRISPINANTIQUES ARCADEAn arcade consistingof 10 rooms and 90cabinets on 2 floors4isit one of the beautycounters in BrownsDepartment Store andfreshen up your day witha new fragrance.Your home can be transformedwith antiques, art orkitchenware in abundance.If food is your forte, you willfind traditional sweet shopsand indulgent patisseries fortreats to take home, or backto your hotel.SWEETLANDS OFBEVERLEYSweetlands, located in theWednesday Market, haseverything from bon bonsto boiled sweets to take youback in time.Whether you enjoy familiarhigh street names, chicand exclusive brands, orwould prefer to browse anexciting selection of smaller,independent shops, Beverleyhas an eclectic mix toplease every shopper.Beverley’s picturesque towncentre strikes a perfectharmony between past andpresent, offering a fantasticselection of things to do.CREATION FINEARTSA highly rated friendlygallery within the NorthBar. With frequentlychanging exhibitions and awide range of photography,ceramics, jewellery, printsand more.www.visitbeverley.orgwww.visitbeverley.org5coffee&CUISINEFrom fine dining to bar snacks, coffee tocosmopolitans or sushi to a smoke house,Beverley’s fabulous mix of eateries willleave you spoilt for choice.Indulgentsweet treatsto make yourmouth waterThe town centre has manycosmopolitan pavement cafés, quirkybars and cosy co ee shops. For abeverage and snack pit stop, give oneof the independent co ee houses a try.FROMPUBGRUBTOMICHELINRATEDWhether you need a breakfrom shopping, or havea special occasion to celebrate,Beverley will have a venue tocater for every palette.Well known chain restaurantssuch as Ask and Prezzoare nestled betweenindependently ownedsteakhouses and tapas bars.The streets are lined with aselection of co ee housesandcaféswith a brilliant rangeof choice. Freshly preparedsandwiches and salads arewidely available, or for amore luxurious treat, visitVanessa Delicatessen &Caféfor handmade cakes Yorkshirecheeses and cooked meatsfrom over 30 local producers.Beverley is home tosome of Yorkshire’sbest restaurants,cafés, bistros andbars. These are just afew favourites.NORTH BARWITHOUTWHITESIf you are looking for a morehearty meal and a drink, youwill find Beverley has a pub onalmost every corner, brimmingwith history and atmosphere.With traditional pub meals, barsnacks and a wide range ofwine, cocktails and beer to fuelthe rest of your day.Michelin andGood Food ratedrestaurant.NORTH BARWITHINLUCIAA cosy courtyardwine bar & grill.Deli-licioustry anythingfromYorkshirecheeses tohandmadescotch eggsChequers Micropubis Yorkshire’s firstMicropub located inSwabys Yard. Real Ale,Cider, Perry and realCoversation. NO lager,NO shots, NO alcopops,NO games & NO loudmusic. So check it out!WHITE HORSE(NELLIE’S)HENGATEA labyrinth ofgas lit roomsbrimming withatmosphere.BUTCHER ROWOGINOModern Japanesecuisine using localingredients.6www.visitbeverley.orgwww.visitbeverley.orgwww.visitbeverley.orgwww.visitbeverley.org7SO MUCHTO DOBEVERLEYR AC E C O U R S EWhether you’re an enthusiast,family or couple, you will findyou are warmly welcomed toBeverley Racecourse’s uniqueatmosphere and luxuriousfacilities located on thefamous Westwood.With two bars, a café and aná la carte restaurant in thePremier Enclosure, four bars inthe Grandstand and paddockyou will be spoilt for choice forfood and drinks.Ladies’ Day is one of the mostpopular days in the racingcalendar and promises a dayof big hats and big wins.For more information onthe latest fixtures, themedays and special events go tobeverley-racecourse.co.uk.WalksTake the SevenCorners Lane Walk.Amble through apart of Beverleyyou wouldn’t evenknow existed! Forother interestingwalks, visitwalkingtheriding.co.ukCyclingBig Skies Bike RidesNorth Newbald &back. This 19.5 mile(31 km) route beginsin Beverley andtakes you acrossthe southern endof the Wolds to theattractive villageof North Newbald.PamperingBeverley has manybeauty & nail salons,hair boutiques andpampering retreatsfor that special treat.Sessions Spa, o ersa haven of peace andtranquillity, leavingyou feeling calm andenergised.GolfBeverley &East Riding GolfClub BeverleyWestwood - Oneof Yorkshire’s finestand most naturalgolf courses. Tel01482 868757beverleygolfclub.co.ukBeverley LeisureComplexWith two swimmingpools, excellenthealth and fitnessfacilities, Café Vibe,function rooms anda large sports hall.Outside are the multisports area, skatepark and pitches.Mega FunWith three separatezones for babies,toddlers and juniors,Mega Fun is a softplay zone for all ages.It has been carefullydesigned to providehours of play. Seeback page.TrailsFollow the ElwellTrail a series of 22replica paintings byeminent local artistsFred and Mary Elwell.DON’T MISS - ANNUAL EVENTSMAYBEVERLEY & EASTRIDING EARLYMUSIC FESTIVALOCTOBERBEVERLEY FOODFESTIVALConcerts in BeverleyMinster and smallerensembles inchurches aroundthe riding.JUNEBEVERLEY FOLK,ACOUSTIC, ROOTSFESTIVALFood and funwith a variety of50 stalls sellinglocal produce. Streetentertainers, BBQand a cookerytheatre marqueemake this amust see!BEVERLEYLITERATUREFESTIVALWA L K T H EWESTWOODA large area of open pasturelandand a perfect place for familypicnics, dog walking or kiteflying. At the furthest corner isBurton Bushes, with magnificentoak trees, all that remains ofa medieval forest. Also hometo Beverley Racecourseand Beverley Golf Club.Horse RidingBleach Yard Stables- New Walk. Ridingschool o eringhacking on BeverleyWestwood, outdoorsand school,instruction for alllevels and specialistdressage lessons. Allhorses trained fromnovice to PSG.Tel. 01482 882557FishingMusic, dance,comedy andspoken word withtop national andinternational artists.Craft and foodfair, real ale bars,camping on site.Perfect for all ages.Talk to great writersabout their work,enjoy performancesor take part ininnovative writingworkshops andreading groups.SEPTEMBERBEVERLEYCHAMBER MUSICFESTIVALDECEMBERBEVERLEY FESTIVALOF CHRISTMASBESIDE THE BECKTake a stroll along Beverley’shistoric water way. Thiskilometre long waterway wasonce the heart of Beverley’sthriving industrial centre. Itnow provides a relaxing walkto the River Hull, as well asrefreshing bankside walkswith access to Swinemoor andFigham common. You will alsofind moorings, a boatyard andfishing.Moorings bookable at the TIC.8BEVERLEY BARGEP R E S E RVAT I O NSOCIETYwww.syntanbarge.org.ukEnjoy an insight into theformer life of the motor vesselSyntan, now available for hire.Once owned and operated bythe former Richard HodgsonsTannery, based in Flemingate.Now enjoying a new lifemoored in Beverley Beck.Volunteers welcome visitors.Check if Syntan is onmoorings before visiting.www.visitbeverley.orgThere are plenty ofperfect fishing spotsin the area from riversand ponds, to troutand sea.Beverley Boat HireBeverley Boat Hireo er motor androwing boat hire onthe River Hull andDri eld Navigationfrom Hull Bridge atTickton 2 miles fromBeverley town centre.See page 13.www.visitbeverley.orgThe finest chambermusicians, withinternationallyrenowned soloists,string quartets andchamber ensembles.WALKABOUTBEVERLEYWith over 80stalls, Santa onhis sleigh and livereindeer, exhibitions,Victorian fair withchildrens rides - fullprogramme of streetentertainment.SPECIAL 2014 EVENTA programme ofwalks that formpart of the YorkshireWolds Walking &Outdoor festival.BeverleyGeorgian Festival13-21 September9 [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]