Beverley Magistrates’ Court Listings

Beverley Magistrates' Court – Daily Hearing Lists and Case Information

Beverley Magistrates' Court and Hearing Centre is the principal magistrates' court serving the East Riding of Yorkshire. Located at The Court House, Champney Road, Beverley, HU17 9EJ, this court handles criminal cases, family proceedings, and regulatory matters for communities across the East Riding, including Beverley, Driffield, Bridlington, Pocklington, Goole, and the surrounding rural areas. Our listings page provides daily updates on scheduled hearings, so you can check who is appearing at Beverley magistrates court today and review upcoming case information.

Types of Cases Heard at Beverley Magistrates' Court

Beverley Magistrates' Court deals with a broad range of matters. Criminal cases make up the bulk of the workload, including summary offences such as road traffic violations, drink driving, assault, theft, public order offences, and criminal damage. The court also handles early hearings for either-way offences before they are committed to Kingston upon Hull Crown Court for trial or sentencing. Beyond criminal work, the court sits as a family court for adoption proceedings, childcare arrangement disputes, and domestic abuse protection orders. East Riding of Yorkshire Council regularly brings prosecutions here for environmental offences, licensing breaches, housing regulation failures, and dog microchipping violations under the single justice procedure.

Court Contact Details and Opening Hours

Beverley Magistrates' Court is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the court counter available from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For magistrates' court enquiries, contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 (Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm). Single justice procedure queries should be directed to 0300 303 0656 or emailed to [email protected]. Fine payment enquiries can be made on 01482 328 914. The court's DX address is 742200 Beverley 5, and general administrative emails should be sent to [email protected]. Nine interview rooms are available on site, and video conferencing facilities for prison-to-court links can be arranged in advance.

Getting to Beverley Magistrates' Court

The court is centrally situated in Beverley, within easy reach of the town's main transport links. Beverley railway station, served by Northern Trains and Hull Trains on the Hull to Scarborough line, is approximately an 18-minute walk from the courthouse. Several bus routes stop nearby, including the X46, X47, 23, and 111, with the closest stop at Beverley Lairgate just two minutes on foot from the court entrance. If you are driving, the nearest pay-and-display car park is at Grayburn Lane, a short walk from Champney Road. The court building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement, and assistance dogs are welcome. Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards are available on request at reception.

Beverley's Court History and the East Riding Justice System

Beverley has a long association with the administration of justice in East Yorkshire. The original sessions house, designed by Watson and Pritchett in 1814 in the classical style, stands on New Walk and is a Grade II* listed building. That historic courthouse served as the principal seat of justice for the East Riding for over a century and also housed meetings of the East Riding County Council before County Hall was completed in 1891. Today's Beverley Magistrates' Court continues that tradition from its current premises on Champney Road, operating alongside Hull and Holderness Magistrates' Court under the Humber North administrative region. Following HMCTS restructuring, youth court sittings and road traffic trials continue to be listed at Beverley, making it an active and essential part of the regional justice infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if my case is listed at Beverley Magistrates' Court today?

You can check the daily court listings on this page for current and upcoming hearings at Beverley Magistrates' Court. Alternatively, contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 to confirm your hearing date and time.

What should I bring when attending Beverley Magistrates' Court?

Bring your hearing notice letter, any relevant paperwork or evidence, and a form of photo identification. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled hearing to allow time to pass through security and locate your courtroom.

Is there parking available near Beverley Magistrates' Court?

There is no dedicated court car park, but pay-and-display parking is available at Grayburn Lane car park, which is a short walk from the court on Champney Road. Street parking in Beverley town centre is limited and time-restricted.

Can I attend a hearing remotely at Beverley Magistrates' Court?

Yes. Beverley Magistrates' Court has video conferencing facilities in its hearing rooms. If you cannot attend in person, contact the court as soon as possible to request a remote hearing by video or telephone link.