Beverley – sports bar could be coming to Flemingate centre

A planning application has been submitted to East Riding of Yorkshire Council to convert a vacant retail unit – formerly The Refill Jar – into a golf-themed sports bar.

The proposed change of use application from a retail unit to a sports bar relates to Unit 24 at the Flemingate Shopping Centre in Beverley, where the applicant is seeking to transform the space into a leisure venue featuring golf simulators, a bar, dining facilities, and crazy golf on the first floor.

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The plans, outlined in a supporting design and access statement, highlight the economic and social benefits the new venue could bring.

The statement said: “The development will contribute positively to the vitality of the shopping centre, enhance natural surveillance, and reinforce the active frontage character that is encouraged within town centre environments.”

Plans say the applicant believes the proposed change of use will increase footfall and strengthening the vitality and viability of Beverley town centre.

If approved, the ground floor would feature four golf simulator bays, a bar area, customer seating, a dining area, and an open commercial kitchen.

The first floor would house crazy golf facilities, staff offices, and ancillary space.

The scheme would create three full-time jobs and four part-time positions.

Planning documents included with the application said modern town centres increasingly rely upon a mix of retail, leisure, hospitality, and entertainment uses to remain vibrant and economically resilient.

The venue would offer an “inclusive and accessible destination for all users.”

The applicant argues that the use would complement existing businesses in the area, given the presence of other restaurants, bars, and leisure operators nearby.

The proposed operating hours are Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 10pm and Sundays from 12pm to 8pm.

The statement said: “The proposed hours are considered appropriate given the town centre location and the presence of existing restaurants, bars, and leisure operators within the surrounding area.”

A decision on the planning application is expected to be made by East Riding of Yorkshire Council in the coming weeks.