Beverley lies in the heart of the East Riding of Yorkshire, a bustling market town boasting an attractive blend of past and present it hosts a plethora of activities from medieval churches to busy markets, works of art to ancient woodland and horse racing to historic pubs. The combination of outstanding buildings and impressive architecture, a fine cultural heritage and swathes of public open space all add to the town's appeal.

Toll Gavel, Butcher Row, Ladygate, Hengate, Wednesday Market, Saturday Market ` the street names alone conjure up images of life in medieval Beverley. Today, tucked away down these narrow streets are a range of specialist shops, and on every other corner is a pub full of history and atmosphere.

 At one end of the town stands the magnificent Minster, with Europe's largest collection of carvings of medieval musical instruments and the 700-year old Percy Tomb. You can climb the bell tower for wonderful views over Beverley and beyond.

Equally breathtaking is St Mary`s Church, with its brightly painted Minstrel pillar, and the decorated ceiling depicting the Kings of England. You can find a carving of a pilgrim hare, which was said to be the inspiration behind Lewis Caroll`s White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland.

The Dominican Friary, the historic Market Cross, the North Bar and the fine Georgian terraces all add to the historic importance and charm of Beverley.

On the edge of town is the lovely green pasture land of Beverley Westwood and the Racecourse where, as well as regular flat race meetings, a whole host of other events take place throughout the year.

Beverley`s annual festivals of early music, chamber music and folk music attract visitors from far and wide and celebrate the town`s ancient tradition as a centre of musical excellence.

A scenic drive from Beverley explores the villages and countryside of the surrounding Yorkshire Wolds.