The Small Market Town and Civil Parish of Pocklington in the East Riding of Yorkshire
At the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds, about thirteen miles east of the walled city of York lies the small market town and civil parish of Pocklington. It lies at the center of ecclesiastical Parish of Pocklington, that also covers the small hamlet Kilnwick Percy and other outlying farms and houses. This town features a beautiful skyline dominated by the 15th-century tower of the All Saints’ Church. As a town that houses beautiful gardens, scenic spots and a wealth of stunning views perfect for sightseeing and afternoon walks, this bustling town is a great destination that offers an incredible travel experience.
The main shopping street of this town is Market Street; here you will find a Co-op Food Supermarket, the only one in town. Along with this supermarket is a parade of independent retail outlets, specialty shops, and various shopping outlets to provide shoppers a lot of options to choose from. Allowing them to enjoy good retail therapy in town.
This town also has an impressive range of food outlets and places to eat. The Railway Street Fisheries is one of the top places to eat in this town, as a fast food chain that serves award-winning fish ‘n’ chips and other seafood delicacies, it a great place to dine in. Stanford's Restaurant, Bar & Grill, the popular steakhouse at 12 Union Street is the ideal eating spot for meaty lovers out there. For travelers looking to enjoy a pint of finely brewed ales, The Station Hotel and Melbourne Arms are the places to check out. For those who are craving for Chinese food and Asian cuisine, The Plough Inn is the place to visit.
Things to See and Do in Pocklington
The town of Pocklington is a destination that promises a great range of things to see and do. Its two top places of interest that tourists should not miss are the Church of St. Ethelburga, Great Givendale, and The Acorn Gallery. Of course, a trip to this town will not be complete without checking out its most prominent landmark and attraction, the Church of All Saints. The town also offers Air Tours and Horseback Riding Tours to allow its visitors to explore the entire town in a different perspective. As a destination the welcomes a lot of travelers and offers plenty of fun-filled activities, this town can be one of the destinations you have to visit this coming holidays.