Cottingham

Cottingham is a village in East Riding of Yorkshire with two main commercial streets, Hallgate and King Street, that intersect near the parish church of Saint Mary the Virgin. These streets form the core of the settlement and contain most shops and services.

The parish church of Saint Mary the Virgin originated in the medieval period with construction spanning from the 13th to the 14th century. A tower was added in the 15th century and remains a defining feature of the village.

The Market Green serves as a gathering place where community members meet during weekly Thursday markets. This routine brings together locals and visitors around local vendors and their goods.

The village has four primary schools and one secondary school serving the community. Direct rail connections link it to Kingston upon Hull and other regional destinations, making travel convenient.

Baynard Castle ruins lie nearby and carry a curious local story about its former owner. According to accounts, he deliberately destroyed the structure to avoid a royal visit.

Location: East Riding of Yorkshire

Website: http://cottinghamuk.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.78220,-0.41363

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:27