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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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What
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York Tourist Attractions
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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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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
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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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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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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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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
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Station Rise York YO1 6HT
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Located next to York’s historic wall, Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa has a 14-metre pool and a modern gym. The city’s medieval streets and boutique shops are just a 5-minute walk away.
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Aldwark Alne York YO61 1UF
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Aldwark Manor is a beautiful Victorian Manor House, set in parkland and close to the historic city of York. Accommodation offered includes a traditional style in the Manor House and contemporary bedrooms in the new extension.
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Tadcaster Road York YO24 1QQ
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Overlooking York Racecourse the York Marriott Hotel offers luxurious guest rooms, modern cuisine, leisure facilities, lush gardens and sweeping views across Knavesmire Parkland. York Marriott is set just beyond the ancient walls of the city centre.
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Guest
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Holgate Road York YO24 4DF
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This beautifully restored Victorian villa offers a range of individually designed en suite accommodation, amid comfortable, family-run surroundings.
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135 Fulford Road York YO10 4HE
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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
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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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1 & 5 Franklins Yard Fossgate York YO1 9TN
In York’s historic centre, The Blue Rooms @ The Blue Bicycle is a 5-minute walk from the Jorvik Viking Centre. The stylish apartments have a chic on-site restaurant and free Wi-Fi access.
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Bishophill Junior York YO1 6LU
With luxury decor and modern kitchens, York Luxury Properties offer free parking and free Wi-Fi. Just minutes from York’s historical centre, the apartments are a 15-minute walk from York Minster.
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Flaxton Station near York YO60 7PZ
Just 20 minutes’ drive from York centre, Thompsons Arms offers a cosy pub and self-catering accommodation with modern kitchens. Set in period cottages, there is free parking and traditional charm.
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Days Out in and around York
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into the Yorkshire Dales, or south to Harrogate,
a spa town. Don't miss Castle
Howard. |
Towns near York To Visit - straight line distance:
Stamford Bridge Tourist Information (7.13 miles) Tadcaster Tourist Information (9.04 miles) Selby Tourist Information (12.21 miles) Pocklington Tourist Information (12.48 miles) |
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Area
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Information
Centre
Exhibition
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