Pocklington guidebook

Pocklington Arts Centre

Close proximity to York – just 13 miles away – makes Pocklington an ideal place for commuters.  Hull is also within easy reach, and recent times have even seen people commute to Leeds from this gracious market town.
 
Pocklington has both style and atmosphere which reflects its time as an important centre for the agricultural industry.

Historic it is, but it’s also a place which has weathered change well, and modern developments have not impinged on its character. Pocklington is a 'nice' place and takes pride in that.

Generally referred to by locals as 'Pock', the town’s skyline is dominated by its 15th Century church tower which overlooks the typically English architecture – red bricks and tiles abound.

With lively pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops, Pocklington is a busy little town which also serves as a local centre for people living in surrounding villages.

It is home to the famous Burnby Hall Gardens which boast the National Collection of Hardy Water Lilies, the largest collection to be found in a natural setting in Europe.

On the outskirts is some of the finest East Riding countryside, offering superb walking in unspoiled valleys and on the (mostly) gentle slopes of the Yorkshire Wolds.

Nearby Millington with its woodland is a particular favourite with both visitors and residents, as is Stamford Bridge, site of the famous battle and a pleasant little place with a water mill in the centre.

Property in Pocklington

Pocklington had a population of just over 7,600 at the time of the last census.  The parish has 5,711 homes, a good mix of traditional and new.

A large percentage of the housing stock consists of detached homes, with flats accounting for just seven per cent.

A nice touch with new developments in the town has been to name streets after men from Pocklington who died during war.

These now include Waite Close, Harper Close and Garrick Drive.

Sub Area: Everingham

This little village is five miles from Market Weighton and four from Pocklington.  It has two churches, both dedicated to St. Everilda, a 7th century saint who founded a convent here. It's a pleasant community with 320 residents.

Living here

Transport:

Road: The town lies just off the main A1079 trunk road (but drive carefully - this road is notorious for its accident blackspots).

Bus: Pocklington is well served with regular buses to Hull and York. 

Shopping:

The High Street has the biggest concentration of shops, most of which are locally owned businesses. There is a good selection.

Leisure and entertainment:

Pocklington Arts Centre offers a varied programme including music, dance, workshops and exhibitions.

The town has several lively pubs, some offering food, and each year the Pocktoberfest beer festival attracts many visitors.

Pocklington has a sports centre with a pool and gymnasium.

There are two golf clubs just outside the town, at Allerthorpe and Kilnwick Percy.

The former Pocklington Airfield is now home to the Wolds Gliding Club.