Pocklington Market York

Pocklington Market offers a classic Yorkshire market town experience, held every Tuesday in the Market Place in the town centre. The market features a traditional mix of stalls selling everything from fresh local produce to handcrafted goods, providing a friendly and authentic shopping atmosphere.

Pictures of Pocklington Market

The Main Attraction: Pocklington Market

The market is the town’s central weekly event. Here are the key details for planning your visit:

When: Every Tuesday
Where: Market Place / Market Street, in the town centre
What to Expect: A traditional market with a wide variety of stalls. You’ll find fresh fruit and vegetables, local foods, and unique handcrafted items like wooden furniture
Parking: There are both free and paid parking options available in the town

More to Explore in Pocklington

The Tuesday market is a perfect reason to visit, but you can easily fill a full day by exploring Pocklington’s other notable attractions.

Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum

Just a short walk from the market, these stunning gardens are home to the National Collection of Hardy Water Lilies (in bloom from June to August) and feature year-round beauty with events like a Tulip Festival.

Admission: £4.50 for adults, £3.50 for children (winter season prices)
Opening: Open 7 days a week, 10 am to 4 pm (last entry at 3:30 pm)
Tip: The on-site tearoom is ideal for a post-market or post-garden refreshment

The Market Tap

For food and drink, head to this popular pub at 11 Market Place. It serves craft beers from Brew York and partners with YUZU Street Food for Asian-inspired dishes like Katsu Curry and Bao buns.

Opening Hours: Varies by day, typically opening in the afternoon on weekdays and from midday on weekends

Planning Your Market Day Visit

Pocklington has a deep connection to William Wilberforce, the famous anti-slavery campaigner. He was a pupil at Pocklington School, founded in 1514. While the school is a private institution, its history is a point of local pride.

Planning Your Market Day Visit

To help you visualize your day, here’s how these main attractions compare and can be combined:

Feature	Pocklington Market	Burnby Hall Gardens	The Market Tap
Type	Traditional weekly market	Stunning public gardens & museum	Craft beer pub & street food
Main Appeal	Fresh local produce, handmade goods, town atmosphere	Famous water lilies, peaceful walks, seasonal events	Wide selection of beers, Asian-inspired street food
Best Day to Visit	Tuesday (market day)	Any day (open daily)	Evenings & weekends (check hours)
Good for…	Morning shopping, finding local products	A relaxing stroll, photography, family visit	Lunch, dinner, or a relaxing drink

A perfect Tuesday itinerary could involve browsing the market in the late morning, enjoying a walk and some history at the gardens in the early afternoon, and finishing with a hearty meal and a drink at The Market Tap.

I hope this gives you a great overview of what Pocklington has to offer. If you’d like more details on a specific attraction, such as the seasonal events at Burnby Hall Gardens, just let me know.