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York,
A61 from the A1, A61 from Harrogate.
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 York
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York, one of
the most famous cities in England, with a long history, from
the Vikings to the Romans to the present day.
Busy in summer, perhaps
ideal fro a spring or autumn break when there are less crowds,
most of the the attractions are open all year. Whenever you
go its a most pleasant city.
Founded by the Romans,
it was renamed Jorvick by the Vikings, and after they had
gone was further developed by the Normans. The area has been
subject to much excavation, visit the museums for the evidence!
The main centre is
surrounded by the 13th century city walls with four gateways,
or bars, into the centre. You can take a walk around these
walls.
The Middle ages saw
the city used as a trading centre, but it took until the 18th
century to recover from Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries.
The city, dominated
by the cathedral, York Minster, which has survived several
fires, reflects the whole of English history, and its preservation
means you can still walk along medieval streets, the most
famous being The Shambles area.
Guided walks are available
on a number of themes, or take a boat trip!
Lots to
do in the city, with good shops as well, and plenty to see
in the countryside around as well.
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Map of York |
What
To See -
York Tourist Attractions
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 York
Minster, York, YO1 7JN, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals
in Europe, built on top of a Norman Cathedral, started in 1220,
impressive with superb stained glass windows and ceilings. There
are several parts to the Minster, including the Foundations
Museum and Tower, Treasury and crypt. Suggested donation, but
some areas, including the crypt and tower, have an admission
charge. Open:Summer 07:00-20:30 Winter 07:00-18:00, some parts,
including the Cathedral itself, from 12:00 Tel: 01904 557200
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Castle
Museum, The Castle, York, YO1 9RY, in the prison buildings
of the former castle, reconstructed streets and settings of
the history of York, including Dick Turpins cell, military
collection and costume collection, dolls houses. Shop, etc.
Open: Summer;
09:30-17:00 Winter; 09:30-16:00 Tel: 00904 653611 
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Viking Centre, Coppergate, York, YO1 1NT, the biggest
attraction in York, recently refurbished to tell the story of
Viking York, take the time pod and experience the sights, sounds
as well as the smells! Shop, etc, Open: Every day except Christmas;
Latest Opening Times: Nov-March 2002 10:00-16:30 Tel: 01904
643211
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St. Saviourgate, York, YO1 2NN, interactive childrens archaelogy
centre, in medieval church. Open: school holidays, otherwise
school groups only Tel: 01904 643211
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Museum, Museum Gardens, York, YO1 7FR, full of the finds
from the Vikings, Romans, and medieval times, includes the famous
Middleham Jewel, a 15th century gold pendant with sapphire,
with 10 acres of gardens, observatory, 15th century timbered
house. Shop, etc. Open: Every day except Xmas/New Year
10:00-17:00
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Railway Museum, Leeman Road, York, YO2 4XJ, a whole day
out with the Great Hall with locomotives, station, interactive
exhibition, miniature steam railway for rides. Tel: 01904 621261
Open:All Year except Xmas
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Dungeon, 12 Clifford Street, York, YO1 1RD, death and
gore, all based on York's varied history, with the Guy Fawkes
experience and Dick Turpin story. A popular attraction. Open:
All Year except Xmas Tel: 01904 632599
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Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York, YO1 2EW, old masters
and more, with pottery studio, in 19th century Italiante building,
special exhibitions. Open: every day except Xmas/New Year 10:00-17:00.
Tel: 01904 551861
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| Clifford's
Tower, Tower Street, the keep of the former castle, walk
around the walls. Now under threat. Shop.Open: All Year except
Xmas/New Year Tel: 01904 646940
Cliffords
Tower- Under Treat |
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Adventurers Hall, Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD, the largest
timber framed building in the city, the hall has the banners
of the guilds hanging, chapel and Undercroft. Tel: 01904 654818
Open:Easter-Sept Mon-Sat 09.00-17:00 Sun 12.00-16:00; Oct-Easter
Mon-Sat 09:00-15:30 Closed Xmas & New Year
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Model Railway Museum, Tea Room Square, York Station,
York, YO2 2AB,miniature railway with town and country scenes,
about a third of a mile of track. Tel: 01904 630169 Open:All
Year except Xmas
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| Fairfax
House, Castlegate, York, YO1 1RN, 18th century restored
house, furnished rooms,collections of paintings, clocks, furniture,.
Exhibitions, shop, etc.Tel: 01904 655543 Open:Mid Feb-Mid Jan;
Mon-Thur, Sun pm, and Fridays for guided tours
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Park, Murton Lane, York, YO1 3UF, family park with Museum
of Farming, Land Army displays, trips on the Derwent Valley
Light Railway, and reconstructed Roman Fort. Cafe, shop, picnic
areas. Tel: 01904 489966 Open:All Year, limited facilities Nov-Mar
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Hall, 2 Coffee Yard, Off Stonegate, York, YO1 8AR, restored
medieval house. Shop,etc. Tel: 01904 610275 Open:Mar-Oct Tue-Sun;
Nov-Feb Wed-Sun; Bank Holiday Mondays
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III Museum, Monk Bar, York YO1 2LH, museum in medieval
gateway to the city, arranged as evidence on Richard III's trial,
choose Guilty or Not Guilty! Shop,etc. Tel: 01904 634191 Open:All
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Brewery, 12 Toft Green, Micklegate, York, YO1, tasting
and tour with a pint! Tel: 01904 621162 Open:All year except
Xmas & New Year and Sun mornings
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Bar Museum, 74, Wetherby Road, Acomb, York YO2 5BY ,museum
in a gateway to the city, social history of York Tel: 01904
634436 Closed: Xmas, New Year and Nov-Jan Mon-Fri
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House, Minster Yard, York YO1 2JD, 17th century house
on an older site, timbered hall, kitchen, period furniture,
exhibition. Tel: 01904 624247
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Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, YO41 4AU, on B1228
south -east, just outside York, on a WWII bomber base a good
collection of aircraft in this dynamic museum, complete with
Control Tower, an Air Gunners' Collection, Barnes Wallis' 'bouncing
bomb' and a new Airborne Forces Display. The airfield is also
used for "track days" so you might get to see some
cars as well. Tel: 01904 608595
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| Sutton
Park, Sutton-on-the-Forest, YO61 1DP, 8 miles north of
York on B1363 York - Helmsley road, a Georgian house and gardens,
the home of Sir Reginald and Lady Sheffield. 18th Century paintings,
porcelain, furniture, plasterwork, gardens. Open: House; Sun
& Wed Apr-Sep plus Good Friday - Easter Monday, and Bank Holiday
Mondays 13:30-17:00. Gardens; daily Apr Sep, 11:00-17:00, Tel:
01347 810249
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| Beningbrough
Hall, Beningbrough, York, YO30 1DD, 8 miles north-west
of York, off A19, Georgian mansion, built 1716, impressive interiors,
pictures on loan from the National Portrait Gallery, Victorian
laundry, walled garden. Open: House; Apr-Jun, Sep, Sat-Wed,
Jul-Aug, Sun-Wed, Fri-Sat House: 12:00-17:00 Grounds: 11:00–17:30
Tel: 01904 470666
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Where
To Stay in York
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1 Tower Street York YO1 9WD MAP
The only 4-star hotel within the city walls, the Hilton York is a 10 minute walk from the York Minster and other York attractions. Ideal for business the hotel has 8 meeting rooms. Savour European or ‘Tex-Mex’ cuisine in the 2 bars and restaurants.
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Bishopthorpe Road York YO23 2GB MAP
York's Middlethorpe Hall is a William iii country house, set in 20 acres of its own gardens and parkland. Built in 1699, it was once the home of the famous diarist, Lady Mary Wortley Montague.
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North Street York YO1 6JF MAP
Boasting spectacular views over the River Ouse, the hotel is just minutes away from all the attractions of this historic, walled city.
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Aldwark Alne York YO61 1UF MAP
Incorporating an invigorating mix of old and new styles, the Aldwark Manor is a great place to stay close to York and Harrogate. Set in 100 acres of parkland on the River Ure with its own golf course, the Reflections Leisure Club facilities are ...
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Station Road York YO24 1AA MAP
Nestling beneath the city's ancient walls in beautifully kept gardens with stunning views of York Minster, this magnificent Victorian building has recently undergone a major £7 million refurbishment programme to offer the ultimate in luxury ...
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Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 2QQ MAP
Set in the quieter suburbs of York, the York Marriott Hotel enjoys an imposing position overlooking York Racecourse. It has well appointed bedrooms, an excellent restaurant and a superb leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, ...
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Huby Road Sutton on the Forest near York YO61 1DT MAP
Situated in the picturesque village of Sutton on Forest, the Blackwell Ox Inn is a cosy and friendly hotel which offers guests quality food and unique accommodation. There are five individually designed guest rooms, each creating a different ...
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St Peters Grove York YO30 6AQ MAP
Marmadukes Luxury is one of York's Finest Small Hotels situated just a short walk from the Minster.
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Holgate Road York YO24 4DF MAP
This beautifully restored Victorian villa offers a range of individually designed en suite accommodation, amid comfortable, family-run surroundings.
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30 -32 Scarcroft Road York YO23 1NF MAP
Large Victorian townhouse located just 350 metres from the City Walls. Warrens is a short walk to the city centre, racecourse, train station, business centres and visitor attractions.
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135 Fulford Road York YO10 4HE MAP
The Limes Hotel is a comfortable and friendly family run late Victorian House. One night bookings are not accepted on a Saturday night.
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114 Holgate Road York YO2 4BB MAP
Backing on to a pretty square in York, Holmwood House is part of a Grade II Listed, early Victorian terrace of houses. It has been lovingly restored to retain the ambience of a private home, providing elegant rooms in which to relax.
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51 St. Denys Road York YO1 9QD MAP
St Denys Hotel - Where a warm welcome awaits you City centre location with parking.
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106 - 108 Holgate Road York YO24 4BB MAP
The hotel is close to the centre of York, one of Europes premier historic cities. At the centre of Yorkshire, York is an ideal centre for visiting the countys many attractions.
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Lady Peckett's Yard York YO1 9US
The Centro Apartments are located in the very centre of York amidst the busy shopping areas of Shambles and Stonegate. A few steps from your door and you're in the world famous Shambles.
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Naburn near York
Just 4 miles from the heart of York, this recently restored and very comfortable, beamed cottage sits on a no-through lane in a quiet riverside village. A 100 yard stroll reaches the village pub, which serves food, and the slipway to… Sleeps 3 + 1
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Naburn near York
Just 4 miles from the centre of historic York, in a quiet setting near the River Ouse, this recently refurbished ground floor apartment has been created from an original 19th century farmhouse in the picturesque village of Naburn. Stylishly furnished… Sleeps 4 + t/cot
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East Cottingwith near York YO42 4TL
The Well House Stables were converted in 2005 and offer two bedroom level access accommodation, which is set in a half acre of garden. The stables have some lovely features throughout the property with vaulted ceilings, beams and a ... Sleeps 4
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This smartly furnished and well renovated cottage is ¾ mile level walk from Monkbar, York Minster and the delightful medieval shopping streets and huge range of visitor attractions and museums in the city centre (there is also a regular bus servic... Sleeps 4 + child + t/cot
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Allerthorpe, near York
Romantic and enchanting, this beautiful renovated Victorian cottage is one of a pair overlooking the village green and within 100 yards of a good dining pub. Decorated and furnished in smart, contemporary style, it also enjoys a peaceful, private decke... Sleeps 2
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This charming, elegant and very comfortable ground floor apartment enjoys a wonderful peaceful situation in a splendidly restored Georgian house with views of York Minster (pictured) from its shared garden. Just 100 yards away is MonkGate – entran... Sleeps 2
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Around
The York Area
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into the Yorkshire Dales, or south to Harrogate,
a spa town. Don't miss Castle
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Tadcaster (9.04 miles) Selby (12.21 miles) Malton (16.69 miles) Thirsk (21.60 miles) |
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Information
Centre
Exhibition
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