Heritage Open Days 2025: 12-21 September

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community-led festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history. Stories are told, traditions explored, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.

Beverley & East Riding Golf Club is delighted to welcome visitors to view the Anti-Mill and the Marne clock. The Mill was originally a working mill, and visitors can enjoy splendid views over the Westwood towards the racecourse and the town

Beverley & East Riding Golf Club, founded in 1889, is the oldest inland golf club in Yorkshire. It sits on the historic Beverley Westwood pasture, known for its grazing cows, racecourse and the two landmark windmills: Black Mill and the “Anti Mill”, around which the clubhouse was traditionally built. The 18‑hole course offers excellent views of Beverley and the surrounding countryside from many points. The club’s first recorded meeting took place on 23 October 1889 at the Holderness Hotel on Toll Gavel, Beverley.

The Anti Mill was originally called Baitson’s Mill after a local cooperative formed to break away from the Union Mill (Black Mill). Joseph Baitson rebuilt the mill in 1802 in stone to replace an earlier wooden structure; it was one of five working mills on the common at that time. When miller James Thirsk ended operations in 1897, the mill was partially dismantled and reduced in height.

In 1906 the Pasture Masters agreed to lease the land to the golf club for an annual rent of £10, with the lease running from 1 June. The club moved into its present headquarters in December 1906. Beverley & East Riding Golf Club is also home to the East Riding Golf Union.

The Marne clock that now stands on the mill was made by G. J. F. Newey of York and was moved to the site from the York Road racing stables in 1919. Local resident Bert Best professionally restored the clock in 1999.

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions: Please book via email stating your preferred date and time Visitors will be met at the professional’s shop. Tours will last 20 minutes and run every 30 minutes; the last tour will start at 1530

Booking contact name: The Secretary

Booking telephone number: 01482 868757

Booking email: Secretary@beverley.golf

To book, please fill in the form below