About Pocklington
A town like Pocklington is something of a rarity these days. When was the last time you walked down a town’s main street and didn’t see a single chain store?
Pocklington is a historic market town made up of wonderful and unusual, family run shops all of which are conveniently located within a few minute’s walk of each other.
The 15th Century Church dominates the beautiful little town which is nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Yorkshire Wolds.
Wandering around the town you will find amongst many others, gift shops, jewellers, clothes shops for women as well as a gorgeous children’s boutique selling all kinds of nursery equipment and clothes. We have a toy shop, a wool and craft shop, an art gallery, health food shop, shoe shops for women and children, fabulous deli’s and cake shops as well as a wonderful range of cafés and tea rooms.
In addition to the amazing Pocklington Arts Centre which attracts international acts we have the wonderful Burnby Hall Gardens and Stewart Museum. A place of peace and tranquillity and the biggest fish you have ever seen!
For more information, see the Visit Pocklington website.
Accommodation
If you don’t live close by why not come for a few days and see what Pocklington has to offer. The following accommodations are offering discount to festival goers. Please mention The Pocklington Book Festival when booking.
Beckside Cottage at Bishop Wilton
A warm welcome awaits you at Beckside Cottage. Set in a picturesque village at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds and a 10 minute drive from Pocklington.
Contact Anne on 01759 368617
Email: anne (at) becksidecottage.co.uk
Website: www.becksidecottage.co.uk
Pocklington Bed & Breakfast
Comfortable accommodation offered just a couple of minutes walk from the town centre.
Telephone: 01759 307751
Email: mail (at) pocklingtonbedandbreakfast.co.uk
Website: www.pocklingtonbedandbreakfast.co.uk
Ashfield Farmhouse, Bed and Breakfast
En-suite double, twin and family rooms including T.V. Coffee/tea facilities, hairdryer, iron/board.
Ample off street parking.
A warm welcome awaits you from Kay and David West.
Address: Canal Head, Pocklington,YO42 1NW
Telephone: 01759 305238
Website: www.ashfieldfarm.com