St Peter & St Paul - Howden Minster, Howden. Open during daylight hours. Free entry
Details
Accessibility:
There is ramped access into the church. Assistance dogs are welcome. There is a hearing induction loop, and toilets are available on site. Flooring is laid to stone, with wide aisles and flat surfaces.
Brief Description:
Howden Minster is a grade I listed building, dating back to Saxon times. The building of the church began in 1228 and was not completed until the 15th century. The ruins at the church can be viewed from the outside only. There are many stone sculptures around the grounds both new and old. The church is dedicated to St Peter & St Paul and is one of the largest churches in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Further Information
Address:
St Peter and St Paul, Howden Minster, Cornmarket Hill, Howden, East Riding Of Yorkshire, DN14 7BS.
Email:
Emails can be sent via the website below.
http://www.achurchnearyou.com/howden-minster/
Phone:
01430 432056.
Website:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/howden-minster/
Opening Hours:
Open during day light hours.
Directions:
Situated 22.2 miles East of Pontefract via M62.
23.6 miles North/East of Doncaster via M18 and M62.
26.3 miles West of Hull via A63 and M62.
20.5 miles South/East of York via A19 and A63.
OS SE 747282.
Transport:
Parking can be found on Market Place and the surrounding roads. Bus services operate in and around the area, with stops located on Bridgegate/A63.
For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
Closest amenities can be found on Market Place and Bridgegate. Including, That Tea Room, The Cheese Shop, The White Horse Inn, Food Express and The Tailor's Chalk.
Travel Information
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Location
Nearest Venues
Howden Service Station, Howden, Yorkshire
538 metres*
St Mary the Virgin Church, Hook, Yorkshire
1.85 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.