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1 This is 2012 & East Yorkshire This directory is available in other formats (large print, audio and braille) please call the numbers below for more information: Beverley Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information detailed in this document, Visit & East Yorkshire cannot accept responsibility for any errors and omissions nor for any consequences arising from the use of this guide. Promoting tourism in partnership with 08

2 Treat your group to an excursion to and East Yorkshire, and they can look forward to more than a warm welcome. That s because there s a world of attractions just waiting here to delight every single member of your party. A Real Yorkshire Welcome Traditional seaside resorts? A buzzing waterside city? Relaxing stately homes & gardens? You know just what makes your guests smile, and this vibrant region has it all. With so much to choose from, drawing up a schedule to please everyone will never pose a problem. Better still, you ll find quality hotels by the score and with down to earth Yorkshire prices, overnight stays really are within reach. So sit back, take a look through this guide and start to plan an excursion your party will always remember. If you have any questions our dedicated team are ready and waiting to help you plan a successful trip, from booking hotel rooms to composing an exciting itinerary or offering hot tips to get the most from your stay City Countryside Coast 13 Theatre Packages 14 Walks & Trails 14 Service Providers 18 Testimonials 20 Events At Your Service 26 Attractions 30 Accommodation 34 Map of 35 Map of Beverley 36 Map of 37 Getting Here is a modern, vibrant city with a rich and proud heritage. The Yorkshire Wolds are dotted with charming medieval towns. Award-winning beaches and classic seaside resorts.

3 is a modern, vibrant city with a rich and proud heritage. Small wonder it s one of the few UK cities to cater for all tastes and expectations. City When a Historical Society was looking for history and a fabulous time was the obvious choice according to group organiser Lisa Jackson. We d always intended to visit. Then our group became interested in the history of slavery, and we decided to discover more about that great name in its abolition William Wilberforce. So we set off for a weekend away in the colourful waterfront city. The first item on our agenda was the Walking with Wilberforce Tour. Starting from Wilberforce House (where Wilberforce himself was born in 1759, now a fascinating museum), this fabulous guided walk is a great way to discover the Old Town that Wilberforce would have known. Highlights include the remains of the old city wall, which in 1642 saw King Charles I refused entry to the City by the then governor of, Sir John Hotham. This event is believed to have been the start of the English Civil War. Time for a break, so we made a beeline for one of the shopahoy coffee shops for a well deserved cuppa. Suitably refreshed, it was on to Trinity Square with its Holy Trinity Church and the free Hands on History Museum for a glimpse into Victorian. Surprisingly, the museum also hosts an Egyptian Gallery with replicas of Tutankhamun s treasures. After a wonderful meal at one of the shopahoy restaurants, we took our seats at the famous Truck Theatre for an evening of world-class drama before retiring to our hotel for a sound nights sleep. Next day after a stroll in the sunshine around s stunning marina we wandered over to the Streetlife and and East Riding Museums and had a fasinating tour of the Artic Corsair a sidewinder trawler from th 70 s. Starting at the stern of the vessel, the tour took us through the crew accommodation area, into the mess and galley, to the bridge and wheelhouse before going down to the foredeck, into the fishing storage room and finishing back on the foredeck. After freshening up a little in our hotel we headed across to The Deep, a truly impressive aqarium, where we enjoyed a contempory Mediterranean menu with a Yorkshire twist in the stunning Endless Oceans Gallery with magnificent sharks and rays as our backdrop. And to round off our weekend, we just had to stroll through Hepworth Arcade and to our amazement came across a traditional joke shop and several quirky vintage clothes shops which which was us all back to our childhood, a fantastic end to a great weekend. Dine with the sharks! The Two Rivers Restaurant at The Deep is open Friday and Saturday evenings from 19:00. Dine at the restaurant whilst enjoying great views of the stunning aquatic displays.

4 s Historic Highlights Boasting a rich vibrant heritage and streets full of history, our city boasts an array of highlights and attractions for your group to explore! The medieval Old Town - with its ancient cobbled streets and inns, is also home to the Museums Quarter, where you ll find the Streetlife Museum, Wilberforce House and & East Riding Museum. Make sure you don t miss the splendid Queen Victoria Square, the grand main plaza encompassing The City Hall, Maritime Museum and Ferens Art Gallery. The Deep takes you on a mesmerising journey from the beginning of time to the future of deep sea research. Step into the viewing tunnel and come face to face with sinister grey reef sharks (if you dare)! The Maritime Museum is always popular see the whaler s craft of Scrimshaw, marvel at the amazing artefacts and don t miss seeing the whale skeleton. Arctic Corsair - s 1970 s sidewinder trawler, is now a legendary, floating museum where real crewmen regale you with tales of heroism in the treacherous Icelandic fishing grounds. And the Ferens Art Gallery is always a lively place to spend an hour or two with its masterpieces from the 16th century to the present day and performance art in the unique Live Art Space. Pearson Park retains its historic grandeur with an excellent play area and a Victorian conservatory greenhouse with birds, reptiles and fish. Terms & Conditions: All menus are subject to change according to availability, seasonality and the venues discretion. Accommodation avaialable throughout the region from B&B and DBB. The tranquil chalk uplands of the Yorkshire Wolds are dotted with charming medieval towns, bustling farmers markets and elegant stately homes. Small wonder this countryside is everyone s cup of Yorkshire tea. Countryside 6

5 When a ladies social group set off to explore the Yorkshire Wolds, organiser Betty Sawyer knew there would be something for everyone. My ladies are a lovely group, but finding destinations to please everyone is not always easy! So when we set off one morning for two days away in the East Yorkshire Wolds, I was feeling a little nervous. I shouldn t have they all had a ball! First stop, Beverley. This medieval town is so pretty with its market cross and ancient streets. We headed for the famous Minster. What a sight! This Gothic masterpiece really is a symphony in stone, with an atmosphere all of its own. As it was a lovely day, we embarked on a self-guided tour of the new Elwell Trail, discovering the remarkable paintings of famous local artists Fred & Mary Elwell as we meandered through the town centre. After a rest in our hotel, we headed out again to find a lovely little restaurant nearby which served the most delightful food. Next morning we set off early for the gorgeous Sledmere House. My ladies simply adored the wonderful hallway and Music Room. Do look out for the sumptuous Turkish Room, too it was inspired by a Sultan s apartment! Then it was time for a walk around the lovely parkland before taking tea in the Terrace Café. A host of Farmers markets throughout the Wolds provide an abundance of local produce and crafts We made our way to Driffield and the Farmers Market. We were lucky it only opens on the first Saturday of every month but the beautiful produce and home-baked cakes were simply irresistible. What a great way to round off our trip! Yorkshire Wolds Highlights Let your group escape and explore a delightful new world by taking them to one of England s most tranquil and historic landscapes full of ancient market towns, stately homes and rolling hills. Pick up a picnic! If your group love dining al fresco, they ll adore our new Pick Up a Picnic scheme. Select from a menu of freshly prepared picnics, then pick it up in a free Yorkshire Wolds cool bag! Each picnic is for 2 people to share. Don t Miss The Yorkshire Wolds are home to a wealth of medieval market towns. From charming Pocklington to grand Driffield (the Capital of the Wolds ) and historic Beverley, you can let your group explore to their heart s content. Driffield Capital of the Wolds and home to a fabulous farmers market full of tempting local produce as well as a vibrant high street full of stores and cafes. Beverley is one of the most visited towns in the region and for good reason! A beautiful gothic Minster, vibrant Saturday Market, and cobbled streets full of tea rooms, antique stores and gift shops. Not to be missed. Time for tea The Wolds are known for their tea rooms where you can sample exquisite leaf teas and home-baked fancies. Stately Homes, Historic Houses and Gardens Sledmere House a Georgian masterpiece with parkland by Capability Brown. Burton Agnes Hall an Elizabethan gem complete with its own resident ghost. Wassand Hall alive with Regency elegance and charm Burton Constable Hall famed for its Cabinet of Curiosities. Stewart s Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum home to the National Collection of Hardy Water Lillies. Sewerby Hall & Gardens a magical, location set in 50 acres of landscaped grounds with a glorious cliff top location over looking a wonderful coastline. Terms & Conditions: All menus are subject to change according to availability, seasonality and the venues discretion. Accommodation avaialable throughout the region from B&B and DBB. 8

6 The Yorkshire coast is a place of contrasts. From award-winning beaches and classic seaside resorts to towering chalk cliffs and world famous bird colonies, the Heritage Coast is one of East Yorkshire s natural jewels. Coast A ramblers club decided to swap their country outings for a weekend at the coast. Choosing was a no-brainer, according to club member John Hughes. We re an active lot, us ramblers. So when we made up our minds to try a weekend at the coast, jumped out at us. It was a very good choice, too. We re all bird lovers, so we booked the Seabird Spectacle package and duly turned up at s pretty harbour where we boarded the Yorkshire Belle for a cruise along the coast to the magnificent chalk cliffs of Flamborough Head. You ve never seen as many puffins and kittiwakes they literally filled the sky! After pausing for lunch in, we chugged back to settle into our B&B (all very nice and clean, and terrific value too). We all met up again at tea time and strolled around the harbourside before settling upon a nice little restaurant. A lovely way to round off our first day. We re an active lot, us ramblers. So when we made up our minds to try a weekend at the coast, jumped out at us. It was a very good choice, too. Next morning, we took a guided tour of s Old Town. None of us had realised quite what a fascinating place this was with its narrow twisting alleyways and historic buildings. First off we trooped into the ancient Priory Church of St Mary s. Dating from 1113AD, it was originally part of one of England s leading priories and crammed with historic features. Next we visited the Bayle Museum formerly the gatehouse to the priory and well worth a look. Then we spent a very pleasant hour or two strolling around the many art galleries and quirky independent shops (not to mention the occasional pub!) that populate the Old Town centre. And with tummy s rumbling and the trip coming to a close, what better way to finish off than a bag of freshly caught fish and chips at Spa. Grand! 10

7 The Heritage Coast Everyone loves the seaside. There are lots of ways to explore our Heritage Coast, glorious sandy beaches and traditional seaside resorts. So much to do John Bull s World of Rock has factory demonstrations available Mon-Fri in peak season. Experience it for yourself as you make your own chocolate lolly and personalise a stick of rock. An evening at the Spa - enjoy top entertainment acts or dance the night away in palatial surroundings. A day by the seaside - Hornsea and Withernsea are delightful seaside towns, offering an authentic Yorkshire coast holiday. Natural wonders Take a Coastal Walk - Your guests can stroll along spectacular towering clifftops and they ll have a bird s eye view of hundreds of hidden coves and caves. Head for Bempton Cliffs and you can gaze in wonder as 200,000 sea birds swirl in the sky. Book the Seabird Spectacular package trip and an RSPB expert will give you a tour of the best viewpoints with fascinating insights into the lives of the birds. Walk to Flamborough Head if you re feeling energetic, to visit the Flamborough Lighthouse, where you can climb the 119 steps for some jaw-dropping views from the lantern room. Be amazed at Spurn Point, an otherworldly spit of sand and gravel that plunges into the sea like a great footpath stretching for 3 miles to its deserted lighthouse. Seaside special With award-winning beaches, rock pools and pleasure cruises from the harbour, is one of the East Coast s finest resorts. Traditional Seaside Museums and Attractions Theatre Packages New for 2011 we have specially designed theatre packages exclusively for groups, for more information or to book please call either Tourist information on or Tourist Information on Truck Package Truck Theatre offers a vibrant, year-round programme of award-winning entertainment: whether it s ground-breaking drama, stand-up comedy, or family fun you re after there s something for everyone at Truck. Ticket price from 10 Enjoy great locally sourced food from the heart of the region at our Cafe Bar. Night out Sorted! includes 3 course meal and show tickets for only pp. Advance booking. New Theatre & City Hall Package New Theatre continues to be one of the UK s premier touring venues and features the best in musical, opera, ballet, drama, children s shows and one night performances, with a highlight of the year being the annual spectacular Christmas pantomime. The City Hall prides itself on presenting a kaleidoscope of first rate events, making it s most versatile venue. It showcases some of the finest rock, pop, comedy and tribute bands. 3 course meals available from 12.50, terms & conditions apply. Other discounts are available on application. All groups attending shows at The New Theatre or The City Hall in are able to claim back Bridge Tolls if travelling across the Humber Bridge. The Spa The Spa has been presenting seaside variety since 1907 and is the east coast s home for all manner of comedies, concerts, dramas, dances, exhibitions and sporting events. The Cafe Bar offers panoramic views of Bay through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows. Afternoons & Evenings Enjoy a free tour of the venue taking in the Edwardian Spa Theatre, the 1930s Art Deco Royal Hall and the modern North Wing featuring spectacular views of the harbour, gardens and coastline. Browse around the Gallery featuring the works of local artists and during the summer months, go for a stroll in the Spa Gardens where all manner of street entertainment takes place. Pre-booking required and tours are subject to availability. The Spa hosts regular and very popular Tea Dances throughout the year. 5 ticket includes tea or coffee and one of The Spa s famous scones. Wednesday evenings and Thursday afternoon and evenings. Showtime 2012 Possibly the highest quality, most stunning family seaside variety show in the UK. Traditional entertainment delivered in an up-to-date format. Tickets 10 (includes free ice cream during the interval). Celebrations Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen with three days of celebrations kicking off with Sunday roast lunch on June 3rd. The Spa is presenting an array of entertainment over the entire extended weekend period for the whole family to enjoy. Price available with generous group discounts available. The Spa s Royal Hall houses the largest dance floor in the North-East of England and celebrates its 80th anniversary this year on Sunday 29th July. Prices available with generous group discounts. Two course menus available as an add-on to any event from 9.50 per head. Terms & Conditions: All menus are subject to change according to availability, seasonality and the venues discretion. Accommodation avaialable throughout the region from B&B and DBB.

8 A guided walk can often be the perfect way to make the most of your visit to & East Yorkshire. These are just a few examples of the guided walks that we can provide. Walks & Trails The original shop ahoy! Take a journey through 800 years of s fascinating history to discover some of the city s hidden secrets and enjoy exciting tales of days gone by. The route will take in High Street in the heart of the Old Town and home to the Museums Quarter, Marina, Victoria Pier, Trinity Square and the many hidden alleyways and courtyards. Walking or coach tour. Walking with Wilberforce Created to commemorate the 200th anniversary since the abolition of the slave trade, this tour looks at Wilberforce the man and his links with. Visit the church where he was baptised, Holy Trinity, and his first school, the Old Grammar School (Hands on History Museum). Then spend time in his birthplace, now Wilberforce House Museum, which re-opened on the 25th March 2007 after a 1.6 million refurbishment. Walking tour only. A fish called Umber Follow the newly refurbished Seven Seas Fish Trail explore the sights of by following its special fish pavement. It s great fun for everyone and the perfect way of discovering the city s new and old towns and its magnificent waterfront. There are 41 fish lurking amongst the city centre pavements; will your group be able to locate them all? Look out for the electric eel outside the electricity substation and the shark basking outside the bank. Your tour guide will be on hand to lead you along your way, and a certificate will be awarded to everyone who successfully completes the trail. Guided and self guided walk. The Tapestry & Guildhall tour Enjoy a guided tour of the city s historic Guildhall and see s answer to the Bayeux Tapestry. Sixteen years in the making, Tapestry illustrates the history and achievements of the city of over the past 700 years. Each panel contains thousands of stitches, ranging from basic tent stitch to the exotically named encroaching Gobelin! The Guildhall tour includes visits to the Council Chamber and the Lord Mayor s Suites (subject to availability), along with the civic silver and insignia, artwork and sculptures. The Guildhall offers full disabled access. Guided walk only. Green City One of s oldest parks, Pearson Park is situated in an architectural conservation area and was once home to the poet Philip Larkin. The tour includes a visit to the Victorian conservatory, housing tropical plants, birds, fish and snakes. Please note, morning coffee and lunch is available at the Pearson Park Hotel only on this tour. The hotel offers a variety of lunch menus. Coach tour only. 15

9 A place for reflection Escape from the hectic pace of life and discover s distinctive city centre churches. This guided tour will take your group to a maximum of three churches from St Mary the Virgin, s oldest church dating back to the 13th century; Holy Trinity, England s largest parish church, featuring medieval brickwork and impressive stained-glass windows; Charterhouse Chapel, a rare example of Georgian ecclesiastical architecture; and St Charles Borromeo, the city s main Catholic church, with Italian Renaissance-style interior. Coach tour only. Beverley Beverley guided walk Discover over 1,000 years of rich heritage in Beverley which is immediately apparent in the town s architecture, from the impressive Minster at one end of the town to the equally inspiring St Mary s Church at the other. In between the two, many of today s meandering streets were determined in medieval times by the stream which ran through the town. The winding streets, the Saturday Market with its attractive market cross and the Georgian fronted shops all combine to create a town full of charm and character. Walking tour only. Beverley Elwell Trail With support of the Beverley Civic Society, the Elwell collection has been liberated from the confines of the gallery walls! High quality replica paintings have been installed around the town creating a self guided walk. Born in Beverley in 1870, the painter Fred Elwell trained at the Lincoln School of Art and the academies in Antwerp and Paris before returning to his home town. In 1914 he married the accomplished artist Mary Dawson Holmes and the couple settled at Bar House, North Bar. The town and townspeople of Beverley were a constant source of inspiration for both Fred and Mary. The guide and map created to accompany this walk is available from Beverley Tourist Information Centre for just 20p. Beverley Beverley 20 The Beverley 20 is a walking route devised by Glen Hood of the Ramblers Association which links the Humber Bridge with Beverley Minster. The walk is linear in nature and marked with orange waymarkers as it makes its way along the Humber foreshore, through woodlands, valleys and fields that make up the South of the Yorkshire Wolds. The route is 20 miles long starting at the Humber Bridge and following the Humber before heading north across the Wolds to Skidby Mill, through the Parkland at Risby and finally across Beverley Westwood. Snacks are available at Hessle Foreshore and there are many pubs and shops in Beverley itself. Beverley Town Tour Central to the history of the town are its trade guilds which made Beverley one of the wealthiest towns in medieval England. St Mary s was the church of the majority of the guilds and their influence is ever present in the rich and varied carvings which decorate this church and the Minster. A fascinating story about the medieval period in general and Beverley in particular is told through the history of the guilds, the surviving records of which detail their structures and traditions. It says much about their methods that the forefathers of surgeons and dentists belonged to the guild which included dyers, barbers, armourers and cutlers. Walking tour only. Old Town Navigate one of the most complete Georgian High Streets in Britain although some of the buildings date back to a much earlier time. Visit the Priory Church of St Mary s and The Bayle which are all that is left of the Augustinian Priory that lasted until it was dissolved by Henry VIII. Many traditional family-owned businesses still thrive as there are no chain stores in Old Town so you can experience a unique trip around a largely unspoilt old-fashioned British town centre. Walking tour only. Wolds Way Walk the Wolds Grab some sturdy shoes and make sure you purchase a Walk The Wolds pack from a local Tourist Information Centre or hullandeastyorkshire.com. Full of handy tips, detailed maps and routes for 15 of the best walks, all of which are graded for ease and accessibility so you can choose your perfect route whether you want an easy afternoon stroll or a full days hike! East Coast Coastal Walks Make sure you leave time to explore the beautiful coastline too as the paths and trails stretch for mile after stunning mile The East Riding coastline is varied, dramatic and worth a visit whatever the season. The coastal walks here feature rugged headlands, beautiful beaches and small coastal villages. In this amazing location you can choose to explore rolling sands looking for crabs, spot features of military and archaeological history or do some bird watching, all at the same time as you take a stroll. Walking tour only. 16

10 Our Service Providers work hard to ensure they provide you with quality service at a good price. These are the current lunch and refreshment options for you to take your pick! Service Providers venue Details Services additional info Country park inn Superb panoramic views of the impressive Humber Bridge and Estuary Afternoon Tea and Beverley Endsleigh centre The perfect place to come and relax, within its spacious grounds Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Ferens Art Gallery An award-winning Gallery with stunning collections and exhibitions Coffee Hallmark Hotels A great restaurant and bar that matches the luxurious hotel decor. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Beverley Mission Located in the heart of the Old Town, it first opened its doors in 1926 Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Paul Schofield Explore the history, achitecture and culture of s Old Town or Beverley with an English Heritage Tour Guide. Pearson park hotel Situated inside the beautiful tranquility that is Pearson Park. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea portland hotel A great central location at the heart of s retail area.. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea mercure hull royal The Royal Hotel is ideally located in the city centre. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea rags hotel Freshly prepared dishes served with views overlooking the South Bay Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Royal The Royal is only a short walk from the beautiful South Beach. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Coffee All Venue Details Services additional info Bay ridge hotel The Bay Ridge Hotel is quietly situated within easy walking distance of south beach and Spa Theatre, the sea can be seen from the hotel and is only about 200yds away. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Beverley arms An historic hotel idealy situated for exploring this beautiful market town. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Beverley Beverley minster One of Britain s finest examples of medieval gothic architecture which continues to be a place of prayer and worship at the heart of the community. Coffee, Afternoon Tea Beverley Hotel Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea golf club Burton Constable Hall burton agnes hall & gardens A privately owned Hotel and Guest house personally managed 4 star guest accommodation. Burton Agnes Hall is a magnificent example of Elizabethan architecture built in 1598 by Sir Henry Griffith and still lived in by his descendants. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Coffee Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea / Beverley Sewerby Hall & Gardens Situated in a dramatic cliff-top position,with views over Bay. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Star Inn A picturesque village pub within easy reach of the Coast, Moors and Dales. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Wolds stewart s burnaby hall gardens & museum Treasure House & Beverley art gallery Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Coffee, Afternoon Tea Wolds Beverley vanilla With famous ice-cream, a light menu and the best milkshakes this side of Milan Lunch, Afternoon Tea village hotel and leisure club williams farm kitchen Willerby Manor Ideally placed to enjoy all the great shopping, nightlife and culture of. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Beverley Farm Shop selling a variety of artisan wines and beers, in addition to cheese, meat, sweets, pies, bread and other products. A home away from home, near, the Best Western Willerby Manor Hotel lies 4 miles outside of the vibrant city of Kingston upon. Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea Wolds and Beverley 18 19

11 Testimonials The Deep, Tour Guides Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable nothing is too much trouble Spa Overwhelmingly spectacular. The hospitality is excellent with wonderful staff Museums Quarter, Interesting, convenient and well planned for groups to wander through at their own pace Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Very fine building, very welcoming, lovely gardens and zoo Flamborough Head and Lighthouse, Heritage Coast Lovely spot so picturesque Bempton cliffs, Heritage Coast What an amazing place, well worth a visit Waterways museum, Goole A Great inspiring project Very impressive lived up to expectations we will be back They are very knowledgeable, informative and passionate about the area Very interesting. Comfortable seats in Theatre, good food, good views Excellent, definitely worth a visit Lovely walk in the gardens with good guides Nature lovers paradise Wonderful great view of the birds with knowledgeable warden An amazing venue with enthusiastic staff 20 21

12 Forthcoming events in & East Yorkshire Events Forthcoming events in & East Yorkshire Beverley Market Beverley: Every Saturday From 9am 4pm With over 140 stalls the market provides a vibrant and friendly atmosphere with a mix of traditional and modern lines from food to household goods. Farmers Market Humber Bridge Country Park: First Sunday of every month Over 40 stalls of locally produced meat, vegetables, soft fruits, preserves, bread, cheese, cakes and pies. Snowdrop Spectacular Burton Agnes Hall: 4th February - 4th March 11am-4pm Wander through a wonderful blanket of snowdrops in a magical woodland walk. Café, gift and garden shop also open. Elvis Weekender 4th-7th May England s largest Elvis Festival. Three days of wall to wall Elvis events under one magnificent roof at the Spa, with individual shows from 5. Keep upto date with all the latest events and festivals, follow us on Kite Festival Driffield Show Ground: 6th & 7th May 9am 5pm Demonstrations by expert flyers, Terrier races, fun fair, shopping avenue, crafts, dog shows, car boot sale, classic car and motorcycle displays and food court. Beverley Folk Festival June 3 nights & 2 days of music, dance, comedy, film & spoken word, workshops for all ages, children & family events, craft stalls, Real Ale, camping & much more. Events take place in the atmospheric Festival Village in the grounds of the Beverley Leisure Complex (HU17 0LT). A weekend not to be missed! Northern Soul Weekender 24th-26th June The third Northern Soul Weekender aims to build on last years amazing event. Over 1,500 people attended the brilliant 2009 event making it one of the largest festivals held at the Spa,. Classics in the Park with Fireworks Finale 9th July For twelve years Classics in the Park has been making music for you. Whether it was a throaty tenor or soaring soprano, haunting harp or vibrant viola, or for the past two years, the Big Band bravura of the Syd Lawrence Orchestra and guests, we d like to continue to provide you with the perfect al fresco entertainment for a summer evening. A complete list of events can be found on visithullandeast yorkshire.com Driffield Show Driffield Showground: 18th July, 9am 6pm THE annual agricultural extravaganza known as Driffield Show will celebrate its 136th year in July. Thousands of people from across the UK will flock to the lush and expansive showground at Kelleythorpe to help organisers to celebrate the occasion. The show continues to expand and improve and is the largest one day agricultural show in the country. Tribfest 17th-19th August Tribfest is the summer s biggest tribute music festival in East Yorkshire, probably Europe! The idea of Tribfest is to enable families to enjoy an affordable, fantastic, fun weekend away, meeting fellow festival friends old and new, whilst listening to some great live music.

13 Royal Yorkshire Regatta August, Annual event, taking in bay races, coastal races and numerous social events. Seafood Festival August A celebration of s seafood heritage will take place at the end of August when the third annual Seafood Festival rolls into town. There will be harbour tours, cookery demonstrations, competitions and entertainment for all the family. Driffield Folk Festival 27th-28th August With acts and bands returning and plenty of new ones added. Alongside the music there will be children s talent competitions, open sessions, workshops, raffles, open stages, tombolas and Morris Dancers. Beverley Food Festival October The sixth annual Beverley Food Festival will take place in 2011 with its mouth watering combination of cookery displays from local chefs, stalls selling the finest locally grown products. Beverley Literature Festival October The Beverley Literature Festival brings together some of the biggest authors in the world giving audiences the opportunity to meet their favourite writers and hear their latest works. The festival includes a special section for children with activities taking place throughout the town. Fair Walton Street Fairground October One of Europe s largest travelling funfairs, Pleasure Fair combines centuries-old traditions with white-knuckle fairground thrills at the Walton Street Fairground. The state-of-the-art rides are sophisticated enough to strike fear into the heart of even the most foolhardy adult. Comedy Festival October/November s annual comedy festival will return for its fifth year welcoming a host of big names and up and coming talent to the city. Headliners to date have included: Al Murray The Pub Landlord, Paddy McGuiness, Frankie Boyle, Russell Howard, Jason Manford, Rich Hall, Alistair McGowan and Stewart Lee. Beverley Festival of Christmas 9th December Beverley s Festival of Christmas is the largest one day event in the East Riding, attracting upwards of 50,000 visitors. Here at Visit and East Yorkshire we can offer a dedicated team to help you with planning and booking your next group visit to the region, plus we can even offer support and advice when you re here. At your service Planning Call us for advice on itineraries, prices, accommodation and availability, our friendly team can help with the simplest to the most complicated of questions and problems. From how long should I leave to visit this attraction? to where can we have the finest cream tea? and even where can I park my coach? we are more than happy to help! Booking When we ve answered all your questions and you re ready to book, we can take you through that process too we can help with booking theatre or event tickets, your accommodation and meal stop requirements. We ll talk you through your every need and make sure all the t s are crossed and the i s are dotted, so you don t have to. When you re here All Group Organisers will be given a contact for their day visit who is familiar with your plans, so should you need any last minute help with any part of your booking e.g. if you re stuck in traffic and will be late for your morning coffee let us know and we can inform the venue of your delay and re-schedule your arrival time on your behalf. It couldn t be simpler. If you have a question, please give us a call and we ll help deliver what you need. Call and speak to the groups team today

14 From art galleries to great houses, castles and gardens, & East Yorkshire has the perfect attractions for your group. Attractions Name Opening dates Price Area Arc Seasonal Opening Free Bayle Museum Beverley Guildhall Beverley Minster The Bayle Museum will re-open from 18 April 2011 until 9 September 2011 Opening hours are 11am - 4pm Monday - Friday Open all year round Monday to Thursday 9am until 2pm. Max Group 30 For a tour with the curator on Saturday there is a fee of 50 in addition to the 1 per person. Easter Saturday until the end of September, open daily except Fridays from 11:00 until 16:00. Adults 1.00 Children FREE (under 15 years) must be accompanied by an adult 1 Bevlerley Free Entry Tours 7 Ground Floor and Roof 5 Ground Floor 5 Roof Tour Beverley Beverley Racecourse Company Ltd Various dates throughtout racing season Prices available Beverley Bondville Model Village Easter to End September 11am-4pm July and Aug 10am-5pm Adult 2.75 Concession 2 Child 1.50 Golf Club All year round Prices available Name Opening dates Price Area Burton Agnes Hall & Gardens 4th February-4th March- Snowdrop Spectacular 1st April - 31st October - Hall, cafe, shops and gardens open daily between 11am - 5pm - Christmas Opening: 14th November - 2 December Adult 8.00 Concession % discount for groups of 30 or more Driffield Burton Constable Hall 5.75 for Groups of 15 or more Wolds The Deep Open all year round 5.50 Group of 10 or more 1 free place Dinostar 11am until 5pm, Sundays and school holidays 1.00pp East Park All year round Free Flamborough lighthouse Fort Paull 1st March to 31st October. 10am to 6pm School visits can be arranged during closure times please ring for details Wolds Goole Museum Easter through till end October Free Goole City Hall Closed August Discounts available see Theatre offer page 12 New Theatre Seasonal Opening Times Discounts available see Theatre offer page 12 Truck theatre Discounts available see Theatre offer page 12 Humber Bridge Country Park Humber Bridge Country Park Wolds Land train Seasonal Opening 1.50 Single 2.50 return ( Front to Sewerby Hall) John Bull All Year Round Factory tour Adults 2.50 Child 2.00 Marina All Year Round Free Guildhall All Year Round Free Streetlife museum All Year Round Free hull and east riding museum All Year Round Free

15 Name Opening dates Price Area spurn lightship All Year Round Free arctic corsair All Year Round Free hands on history museum All Year Round Free town docks musum All Year Round Free ferens art gallery All Year Round Free Oresome Gallery All Year Round Jewlery making workshop includes 10am - 4pm includes Tea/Coffee 30pp Wilberforce house All Year Round Free North humberside riding centre Prices Available on Request Wolds Paul Schofield All Year Round Free All Princes Quay Shopping Centre All Year Round Free Promenades Shopping centre All Year Round Free RAP holmpton RSPB Nature reserve bempton cliffs RSPB Blacktoft Sands 2 free places for groups of 10 or more April to September Tours 11am and 1pm Daytime 5.00 Evening 7.00 Groups of 15 or more Entry is free of charge to RSPB members. Charge for non-members is 3.50 per car 6.00 per minibus and 8.00 per coach. Adults: 3.00 Children: 1.00 Concessions: RSPB members and WEX members free entry. Sewerby hall & gardens 31st March - 30th September 2012 Entry to Hall, Zoo and Gardens 4.70 from March to End July 5.20 School summer holiday Tours available on request small charge applies. Wolds Goole Skidby Mill Open all year round 2.50 Beverley Sledmere House Available all year round 2.00 Driffield The Spa All Year Round Discounts available see Theatre offer page 12. Name Opening dates Price Area St Andrews Church paul - trail Season Trail Heritage Trail guide for 2.50 Wolds St Stephens All Year Round Free Stewart s burnaby hall gardens & museum Seasonal Opening 3.70 Group of 10 or more Wolds the treasure house and bevery art gallery Free Beverley withernsea lighthouse museum Easter - October: Saturday 1pm -5pm, Sunday 12noon - 4pm June - Mid September: Open weekdays 11am - 5pm, weekends 1pm - 5pm Adult 2.50 Concession 2.00 group Discount available Wolds Wolds Village Attraction All Year Round Free Wolds Wolds way lavender April & May am to 4pm, Sundays to Thursdays. (i.e. Closed Fridays and Saturdays) June, July and August 2011: - open 10am - 5pm, 7 days a week! September & October 2011:- 10am - 4pm. Sundays to Thursdays Admission to the Tearoom, Shop and Plant Sales areas is free. Admission to the Lavender Fields, Distillery, Giant Maze, Nature Walk etc. Adults 2.75 Children (includes quiz sheet) Concessions 1.75 yorks wolds way All Year Round To purchase your pag for just 6 please contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre yorkshire air museum All Year Round Reduced Rates for Groups of 8+ Adults 5.00, Children: 2.00 Yorkshire belle All Year Round Two Hour Cruises to Bempton Cliffs RSPB Reserve: 6.00 (Under 14s: 3.00) 90 Minute Cruises to Braille Newk: 5.00 (Under 14s: 2.50) One Hour Cruise to Flamborough Head: 4.50 (Under 14s: 2.30) Yorkshire waterway museum Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm Weekends and Bank Holidays 10:00am to 4:00pm Wolds Wolds Wolds yorkshire wolds gallery All Year Round Free Wolds Free Goole 28 29

16 Whether your group would like to lay their head near the coast, in the country or the city we have a variety of accommodation to suit your needs. Accommodation Booking line open from 10am to12pm Monday to Friday or your enquiry to groups@ vhey.co.uk Venue Address No of rooms Restaurant capacity Coach parking Bay ridge hotel YES 30 BB 40DBB Brockton hotel ON STREET RATE Rates available chatley court Windsor Crescent,,YO15 3JA NO Rates available eastgate guest house NO Rates available endsleigh centre 481 Beverley Road, HU6 7LJ YES Rates available expanse OFF SITE 20 BB 33 DBB forest pines Ermine Street, Broughton DN20 0AQ ON SITE Rates available Hallmark hotels 4* Ferriby High Road, North Ferriby HU14 3LG YES 25BB 30 DBB hemsley holiday flats 8 Units sleeping 4-6 each NO From 15pppn self catering holiday inn marina Castle Street, HU1 2BX YES 25 BB 35 DBB holiday inn express 80 Ferensway, HU OFF SITE Rates available ibis hotel hull Ferensway, HU1 2NI OFF SITE Rates available lincoln house (bridlington guest house ass) 43 Wellington Road, YO15 2AX OFF SITE Rates available London Hotel 1 Royal Crescent, YO15 2PF OFF SITE Rates available Minster garth guest house 2 Keldgate, Beverley, HU17 8HY NO Rates available 30 31

17 Venue Address No of rooms Restaurant capacity Coach parking park view hotel 9-11 Tennyson Avenue, YO15 2EU NO Rates available portland hotel 4* Paragon Street, HU1 3JP OFF SITE 18BB 21 DBB premier inn city centre Tower Street, HU9 1TQ YES Rates available mecure royal hull 170 Ferensway, HU1 3UF OFFSITE 30 BB 40 DBB mercure west hull hotel (jarvis) rate YES Rates available royal hotel () 1 Shaftesbury Avenue, YO15 3NP YES 25BB 32 DBB seacourt hotel NO Rates available spinnaker NO Rates available southdown guesthouse 78, South Marine Drive,, North Humberside YO15 3NS off site From 30BB and 40 DBB village hotel and leisure club Henry Boot Way, Hessle HU17 7BY YES 20 BB 32 DBB victoria house 25/27 Victoria Road, YO15 2AT NO From willerby manor YES BB DBB For more information about ideas, itineraries and special offers visit our groups website. You can book accommodation, search for events and view a gallery of images from previous group excursions to give you a real flavour of what the region can offer. Or pick up the phone to speak to one of our dedicated area groups teams who can help answer all of your questions:

18 First Trains First Trains operate seven direct rail services between and London King s Cross, Monday to Friday, with five each way on Saturdays and Sundays. The fastest weekday schedule between London and is 2 hours and 28 minutes.the fleet of class 180 trains offer high standards of passenger comfort and catering onboard in both Standard Class and First Class carriages. First Trains offer the very best in customer service and fares are very competitive, even for First Class travel. All passengers travelling on First Trains services can enjoy FREE Wi-Fi access with power points accessible at every seat. Additional luggage space has been provided, seats have been re-upholstered and First Class passengers can enjoy leather seating with additional leg room, complimentary meals and refreshments. Yorkshire Coast and Country Railway Partnership Opened by the York and North Midland Railway company in 1846/47 the line has kept much of its original character and many of the stations are a joy to behold and especially of interest to the railway historian. The line has lots to offer - from the thriving city and port of to Victorian seaside resorts such as, Filey and Scarborough. Along the way are pretty rural villages and thriving market towns as well as splendid views of the sea and countryside. EYMS East Yorkshire coaches can provide a vechicle for every occasion. We have Vintage Vehicles including 29 seater Bedford OB vintage coach, 56 seater double decker with domed roof to fit through the Beverley Bar and a traditional open top London bus. Saturday rates from , reduced midweek rates available Wolds Coaches This is the sector that handles private coach hire for tours and excursions of groups. We are able to supply 16, 29, 33, 35, 48,49 seater single deck saloon coaches Coaches available for private hire for any occasion, excursions, weddings, lunches, dinners, theatres, or sightseeing, one day tours or extended holidays. An option for us to supply you an experienced tour manager who is involved in all the arrangements is available. The Tour manager accompanies and guides the tour throughout, attending to all the administration of your tour Jim Bell Jim Bell Coaches has been built on the back of our reliability and flexibility, we can quickly adapt to our customer and market needs. We welcome enquiries from both private and commercial customers and can quite often help out in emergency situations or at short notice. We operate a range of coach hire vehicles varying in size from 16 to 53 seaters, both standard and corporate class. P&O With night sailings on our two luxury cruise ferries, you can enjoy great onboard entertainment and delicious food choices on board your ferry to Holland and Belgium. You ll be assured of a good night s sleep too, thanks to our comfortable ensuite cabins. Taking the ferry to Rotterdam and Zebrugge will cut miles of driving from your journey, and as it s all at night, those miles will disappear while you are asleep. When you wake up the next morning, you ll arrive at you destination refreshed and ready to go. Getting Here Getting to & East Yorkshire is much easier than you think. By Car Take the M62 eastbound and it will bring you straight into. By Coach National Express offers great value travel from over 1,200 destinations throughout Britain. nationalexpress.com By Rail First Trains operate direct daily services between London and with a fastest journey time of around 2 1 / 2 hours and no changes required en-route. Travelling by train really is the easy option. hulltrains.co.uk or nationalrail.co.uk By Air Why not fly into Humberside International Airport, only 30 minutes drive from city centre. Daily direct flights operate to Schiphol (Amsterdam) Airport. humberside-airport.co.uk By Sea P&O Ferries operate overnight crossings from Rotterdam (Holland) and Zeebrugge (Belgium) into. Cruise in luxury on the Pride of Rotterdam and the Pride of. poferries.com Driving Distances to City Miles Time London hours Birmingham hours 20 mins Manchester 97 1 hour 45 mins Leeds 60 1 hour Edinburgh hours 50 mins Newcastle hours 25 mins Sheffield 66 1 hour 15 mins LIMERICK DUBLIN GLASGOW EXETER M8 A74 LIVERPOOL EDINBURGH MANCHESTER CARDIFF M5 M6 BIRMINGHAM CARLISLE M6 LEEDS BRADFORD AIRPORT LEEDS BRISTOL A1 M62 M5 M4 NEWCASTLE YORK BEVERLEY HUMBERSIDE AIRPORT A1 ROBIN HOOD AIRPORT M1 M25 BRIDLINGTON HULL LONDON AMSTERDAM ROTTERDAM ZEEBRUGGE BRUSSELS 34