History on your doorstep

We are working with the 1ocal butcher, baker, clockmaker, bookseller focusing on their history and their properties, we will also be following a family their businesses and properties through the Quay, and remembering local figures from the past, including Francis Johnson and William Kent. Look for the Wilkinson's vintage lorry outside the Priory Rooms.

As in previous years, this event will also Showcase local groups and organisations, who will be explaining what they do to promote and preserve our diverse local heritage: These will include an ongoing local archaeological project and the work of a young potter, and also feature the town's twinning team. There will also be a series of guided walks around the Church Green and the Priory Churchyard.

Local artist and sculptor Steve Carvill will tell us about his work in the Priory, the making of the Gansey Girl sculpture, which takes pride of place on Bridlington harbour, and the Barrow Boy on Bridlington Station forecourt, other examples of his work will be on show and many more can be seen in the magnificent Priory Church and churchyard adjacent to the Priory Rooms.

The Bayle Museum will be open and self guided tours of Old Town can be undertaken using the Old Town Trail. Old Town also has its new series of 'Blue Plaques' with details of the history of over 30 properties, some of which may be open throughout the day.

Galleries, restaurants, cafes, public houses and a variety of shops can also be found.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1030-1600

Location & directions

Priory Church Rooms, Church Green, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 7JX

Directions:

There is free on street parking around Church Green. Also open at the same time is the Baptist Chapel on Applegarth Lane, Bridlington Priory Church and The Bayle Museum. Bridlington Old Town is a short walk to the east and is a fascinating collection of Georgian and Victorian buildings which are part of the historic High Street. At the top of High Street is Hebblethwaite House which is also open to pre-booked tours. The Old Town is well worth exploring. There is free parking throughout Old Town in Bridlington.

Contact on day:

Pam Quigley

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The entrance ramp is steep so care is needed.

Additional information

There is always a wide range of organisations represented at this event. It is well worth a visit as well as the other sites that are open in the immediate area.

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