Beverley Minster Reviews Summary

Architecture

Pros:

• "The finest example of Gothic architecture anywhere in the world."
• "Stunning bit of local architecture, the Minster is incredibly well kept both inside and out."
• "Amazing gothic cathedral type building. It is larger than 1/3 of UK cathedrals."
• "Neither as well known or celebrated as York Minster but Beverley Minster is a true architectural gem."
• "The architecture is stunning. This is a smaller cathedral but the things to see are much more condensed."
• "An absolute beauty of a building, they have a one-way system in place but you don't miss anything on route."
• "One of the most beautiful minsters and a must to visit, along with the stunning historic market town of Beverley."

Cons:

• "It's getting a bit run down so I hope they start renovations soon. It would be a shame to lose such a great piece of architecture."
• "I think is been modernised too much inside, losing too much of its character."
• "Beautiful building but please stop the bells after 11pm I’ve not been able to sleep and when I do I’m woken up on the hour."

Atmosphere & Experience

Pros:

• "The organist was practicing during our visit which added greatly to the ambience."
• "Beautiful minster, very quiet and plenty of room to explore at your leisure."
• "What a place, wow it was so impressive.. the history inside this building was so interesting and the solitude you felt was inspiring."
• "Always tranquil. Beautiful walk back through Beverley's history. Stunning architecture and the use of the space internally is thoughtful."
• "Visited just as the choir started their practice, they sounded fabulous, brought a few of us to tears."
• "A wonderful surprise, an absolute gem. Very welcoming people and a beautiful, clearly working, church."
• "Very serene atmosphere. Well worth a visit."

Cons:

• "Interior carvings and stained glass windows amazing but visit totally ruined by screaming and out of control children."
• "Chilly of an evening in November especially comings and goings during the interval."
• "So disappointing to make the journey to visit this magnificent building to have to stand outside because no dogs allowed."

Guides & Staff

Pros:

• "Got a warm, friendly and helpful greeting at the door."
• "Great place to visit. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteer greeted us and shared interesting and informative info."
• "The lady who welcomed us in was wonderfully friendly, and there was even the option of guided tours."
• "The staff onsite were extremely helpful and friendly while we were visiting the minster."
• "The volunteers on duty when I was there were very welcoming."
• "The Minister is beautiful and the guides are extremely knowledgeable about the history of the place and its people."
• "Beautiful building! I was greeted by a lovely lady who was both enthusiastic and knowledgeable which made the visit all the more interesting."

Cons:

• "The tour was fascinating and it was quite a privilege. On the downside, booking through Airbnb was less than ideal."

Facilities & Accessibility

Pros:

• "Free entry to this historic place."
• "What a lovely place does roof tours has the East Yorkshire reg chapel in there easy access for wheelchairs and plenty of place you can light a candle for a small donation."
• "Free with optional roof tour."
• "Lovely minster. Welcoming place with a small gift shop and free tea and coffee!"
• "Apart from the load of valuable information the toilet facilities are provided for the visitors free of charge."
• "There is a nice gift shop, would recommend for a visit."
• "Free to enter, loads of interesting things to see and plenty of guides eager to share their knowledge."

Cons:

• "Very cold in there, hence the loss of one star, but as the vicar said, they couldn't afford to heat it all the time."
• "Parking is awkward hereabouts but not too expensive."
• "Always a quite busy Minster but not a lot of parking so would suggest you go early."
• "Here for the vintage fair. It felt smaller than it has in the past. Few sellers accept cards."
• "Very greedy and excessive to charge £5 each to get in to see some Christmas trees."