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Ask Pizza & Pasta


Eighteenth century elegance
Blake Street
Grand Assembly Rooms
York YO1 8QG
United Kingdom
+44 1904 63 7254
Situated within The Grand Assembly Rooms is one of the most elegant Italian pizza restaurants in York. Lord Burlington's rooms were originally designed in 1732 for social functions such as concerts and dancing. The interior still has echoes of this time gone by when the ladies of that era, wearing their hooped dresses, complained of the difficulties in negotiating the narrow spaces between the 48 supporting Corinthian columns! These graceful columns help create a wonderful atmosphere and with York's most famous landmark, The Minster, close by and the Yorkshire Museum within walking distance; this is a very popular place to eat. There's plenty of seating and the menu covers a broad range of meals that should cater for almost all tastes. A Caesar's salad costs around £3.50 and a spaghetti bolognese is a little over £6. Pizzas are available with numerous toppings and cost from about £4 upwards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Ask Pizza & Pasta photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Barley Hall


Hands on experience
2 Coffee Yard
Stonegate
York YO1 8AR
United Kingdom
+44 1904 61 0275
Barley Hall is a recreated 15th century town house and uniquely different in the sense that the visitor is invited not just to look but also to touch the objects on view, to actually sit on the chairs and look at the contents of the medieval chests. There is an audio tape available for those who would prefer to find their own way around. Or, if you would enjoy a guided tour of the Hall then there are guides dressed in 15th century clothing who are more than willing to enlighten you on life as it was in that age.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Barley Hall photo by Hillarie
Photo: Hillarie
Barley Hall photo by Tim Green
Photo: Tim Green
 

 
Beningbrough Hall & Gardens


Baroque interiors
Beningbrough
York YO30 1DD
United Kingdom
+44 1904 47 0666
http://www.nationaltrust.org.u...
This elegant red brick Georgian house, with its baroque interiors and its cantilevered staircase was designed by William Thornton and built in 1716 for John Bourchier. There are 100 paintings by Gainsborough, Reynolds and Kneller currently on loan from the National Portrait Gallery in London. The landscaped gardens, shop and restaurant all make it a thoroughly great day out for the family. Open from April to October from Saturday to Wednesday plus Fridays in the height of season - July and August. Beningbrough Hall is only eight miles north-west of York and is signposted off the A19 and the A59. For up to date admission prices and current information, please ring the above number.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Beningbrough Hall & Gardens photo by Zaheen Qaiser
Photo: Zaheen Qaiser
Beningbrough Hall & Gardens photo by Dongyi Liu
Photo: Dongyi Liu
Beningbrough Hall & Gardens photo by Dongyi Liu
Photo: Dongyi Liu
Beningbrough Hall & Gardens photo by Linda Appleby
Photo: Linda Appleby
 

 
Bootham Bar


York's oldest gateway
De Grey Rooms
St Leonards Place
York YO1 7HB
United Kingdom
+44 1904 621756
Bootham Bar is one of four main entrances to the city of York. It is the defensive bastion for the northern entrance or gateway and stands on the site of the old Roman fortress. It is also the oldest gateway of the four, with some of the stones dating back as far as the 11th century. Medieval travellers, through the hazardous Forest of Galtres, were aided on their way by the sentries who stood guard at Bootham Bar.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Bootham Bar photo by Todd Martin
Photo: Todd Martin
Bootham Bar photo by Nick
Photo: Nick
Bootham Bar photo by bill anderson
Photo: bill anderson
Bootham Bar photo by Bryan
Photo: Bryan
Bootham Bar photo by Kristin Soucey
Photo: Kristin Soucey
Bootham Bar photo by Kevin & Kathy
Photo: Kevin & Kathy
Bootham Bar photo by Annie White Owl
Photo: Annie White Owl
Bootham Bar photo by India Baker
Photo: India Baker
Bootham Bar photo by redintaiwan
Photo: redintaiwan
Bootham Bar photo by Kenngee
Photo: Kenngee
 

 
Castle Howard


Brideshead revisited
Estate Office
York YO60 7DA
United Kingdom
+44 1653 64 8444
http://www.castlehoward.co.uk
Situated only 15 miles north of York, Castle Howard is the perfect example of an English stately home set in a thousand acres of sweeping parkland. It is the ancestral home of the Howards and has been so for the last 300 years. Scenes from the film "Brideshead Revisited" were shot here. There is a plant center, a pottery studio, an exhibition wing, a lakeside café, a gift shop and even a little train that takes you round the parkland. You can also watch Jorvik glass being made and if the weather is fine then you can take a boat trip on the Great Lake, what more could the visitor ask for.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Castle Howard photo by Dongyi Liu
Photo: Dongyi Liu
Castle Howard photo by Dongyi Liu
Photo: Dongyi Liu
Castle Howard photo by Barbara Ainscough
Photo: Barbara Ainscough
Castle Howard photo by Katie Stringer
Photo: Katie Stringer
Castle Howard photo by Eric J. Ose
Photo: Eric J. Ose
Castle Howard photo by D. Redman
Photo: D. Redman
Castle Howard photo by allhails
Photo: allhails
Castle Howard photo by jenben2
Photo: jenben2
Castle Howard photo by Knut Bjarne Gilja
Photo: Knut Bjarne Gilja
Castle Howard photo by louise
Photo: louise
Castle Howard photo by Helen, Ross and Archie
Photo: Helen, Ross and Archie
Castle Howard photo by Rhys Davies
Photo: Rhys Davies
Castle Howard photo by Matt Pluck
Photo: Matt Pluck
Castle Howard photo by Jozef Dransfield
Photo: Jozef Dransfield
Castle Howard photo by Tim McDowall
Photo: Tim McDowall
Castle Howard photo by Colleen Walsh
Photo: Colleen Walsh
Castle Howard photo by Jack Vardy
Photo: Jack Vardy
Castle Howard photo by Scott Brown
Photo: Scott Brown
Castle Howard photo by paul likes pics
Photo: paul likes pics
Castle Howard photo by Dockery
Photo: Dockery
 

 
Chapter House


Octagonal building
York Minster
Deangate
York YO1 7JA
United Kingdom
+44 1904 55 7226
http://www.yorkminster.org
One of the most interesting parts of the building within the York Minster is the 13th century, octagonal Chapter House with its extraordinary roof vaulting. Visitors will note that despite its huge size, the Chapter House has no central pillar to support the roof. Details of just how the roof was constructed are shown in a scaled down model. The Chapter House is one of the best examples of its kind and not to be missed.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Chapter House photo by Francois Jordaan
Photo: Francois Jordaan
Chapter House photo by Alastair Rae
Photo: Alastair Rae
Chapter House photo by JuanJ
Photo: JuanJ
Chapter House photo by Nambolz
Photo: Nambolz
Chapter House photo by Mark Couvillion
Photo: Mark Couvillion
Chapter House photo by f0rbe5
Photo: f0rbe5
Chapter House photo by Bob Stone
Photo: Bob Stone
Chapter House photo by Chris M. Rowell
Photo: Chris M. Rowell
Chapter House photo by Mark Ynys-Mon
Photo: Mark Ynys-Mon
Chapter House photo by Lindsay Kaufmann
Photo: Lindsay Kaufmann
Chapter House photo by _Brons
Photo: _Brons
Chapter House photo by Ryan Cullen
Photo: Ryan Cullen
Chapter House photo by Haley Hughes
Photo: Haley Hughes
Chapter House photo by Nick Garrod
Photo: Nick Garrod
Chapter House photo by green.calx
Photo: green.calx
Chapter House photo by Patrick O'Neal
Photo: Patrick O'Neal
Chapter House photo by Robin Laidlaw
Photo: Robin Laidlaw
Chapter House photo by Marcus Reeves
Photo: Marcus Reeves
Chapter House photo by Marcus
Photo: Marcus
Chapter House photo by Pamla J. Eisenberg
Photo: Pamla J. Eisenberg
Chapter House photo by John Booth
Photo: John Booth
Chapter House photo by Steph Matthews
Photo: Steph Matthews
Chapter House photo by Stephen G. Ferranti
Photo: Stephen G. Ferranti
Chapter House photo by pbrian49
Photo: pbrian49
Chapter House photo by kuvvy
Photo: kuvvy
Chapter House photo by ian harvey
Photo: ian harvey
Chapter House photo by Lisa Vickers
Photo: Lisa Vickers
Chapter House photo by Beth and Brent Davis
Photo: Beth and Brent Davis
Chapter House photo by rejilx
Photo: rejilx
Chapter House photo by Jon Oakley
Photo: Jon Oakley
Chapter House photo by Dan Roberts
Photo: Dan Roberts
Chapter House photo by Mark Simons
Photo: Mark Simons
Chapter House photo by Liam Grue
Photo: Liam Grue
Chapter House photo by BurninChrome
Photo: BurninChrome
Chapter House photo by E.S.Scott
Photo: E.S.Scott
Chapter House photo by Mark Jenner
Photo: Mark Jenner
Chapter House photo by Stephanie Broughton
Photo: Stephanie Broughton
Chapter House photo by Rodney McKellip
Photo: Rodney McKellip
Chapter House photo by Godstar
Photo: Godstar
 

 
Clifford's Tower


York's castle
Tower St
York YO1 9SA
United Kingdom
+44 1904 646 940
http://www.cliffordstower.com
Cliffords Tower, one of York's most impressive landmarks, is perched on a hill in the centre of the city. There are many steps to negotiate in order to get to the entrance, but once inside you can climb to the very top of the tower and walk around within the walls—the view of the city from here is quite stunning. Read and discover the Towers darkest secrets of how the original timber castle, built by William the Conqueror, later became the site of the massacre of hundreds of Jews.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Clifford's Tower photo by Yuwen Teo
Photo: Yuwen Teo
Clifford's Tower photo by Luke Canvin
Photo: Luke Canvin
Clifford's Tower photo by David Fevre
Photo: David Fevre
Clifford's Tower photo by Richard James Lander
Photo: Richard James Lander
Clifford's Tower photo by Yugin Teo
Photo: Yugin Teo
Clifford's Tower photo by Grant Matthews
Photo: Grant Matthews
Clifford's Tower photo by Fuad Al Ansari
Photo: Fuad Al Ansari
Clifford's Tower photo by Jawahar Swaminathan
Photo: Jawahar Swaminathan
Clifford's Tower photo by Evan Light
Photo: Evan Light
Clifford's Tower photo by heir2glory
Photo: heir2glory
Clifford's Tower photo by ex meggie
Photo: ex meggie
Clifford's Tower photo by Daniel Maddox
Photo: Daniel Maddox
Clifford's Tower photo by Stephen Haynes
Photo: Stephen Haynes
Clifford's Tower photo by Carole Hawkins
Photo: Carole Hawkins
Clifford's Tower photo by Rachel Tang
Photo: Rachel Tang
Clifford's Tower photo by Stephen Haynes
Photo: Stephen Haynes
Clifford's Tower photo by Mark Ramsay
Photo: Mark Ramsay
Clifford's Tower photo by Brenda
Photo: Brenda
Clifford's Tower photo by Keith Watson
Photo: Keith Watson
Clifford's Tower photo by hermiston
Photo: hermiston
Clifford's Tower photo by The Reverend Hugh Bacon-Slicer
Photo: The Reverend Hugh Bacon-Slicer
Clifford's Tower photo by Steve Bennett
Photo: Steve Bennett
Clifford's Tower photo by matt hulme images
Photo: matt hulme images
Clifford's Tower photo by Laurie Borg
Photo: Laurie Borg
Clifford's Tower photo by Louise Haughian
Photo: Louise Haughian
Clifford's Tower photo by Pieter Stok
Photo: Pieter Stok
Clifford's Tower photo by Steven Sutton
Photo: Steven Sutton
Clifford's Tower photo by Peter Ekström
Photo: Peter Ekström
Clifford's Tower photo by Rebecca Ziolkowski
Photo: Rebecca Ziolkowski
Clifford's Tower photo by Michael Good
Photo: Michael Good
Clifford's Tower photo by www.yorkcastle.com
Photo: www.yorkcastle.com
Clifford's Tower photo by bytephreak
Photo: bytephreak
Clifford's Tower photo by Stephanie Vincent
Photo: Stephanie Vincent
Clifford's Tower photo by Mohammed Zeeshan
Photo: Mohammed Zeeshan
Clifford's Tower photo by Andrea Dixon
Photo: Andrea Dixon
Clifford's Tower photo by Philip Foiles
Photo: Philip Foiles
Clifford's Tower photo by Anna Blight
Photo: Anna Blight
Clifford's Tower photo by Robin Jackson
Photo: Robin Jackson
Clifford's Tower photo by Jasper Van Daele
Photo: Jasper Van Daele
Clifford's Tower photo by Lesley Brady
Photo: Lesley Brady
Clifford's Tower photo by Malcolm BaRRON
Photo: Malcolm BaRRON
 

 
De Grey Rooms


Pursuits of pleasure
St Leonards Place
York YO1 2HB
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 1756
http://www.york-tourism.co.uk
The De Grey Rooms were built in 1841 and designed by the architect G T Andrews. The original purpose of these elegant rooms was for pursuits of pleasure such as balls, concert performances, recitals and other such entertainments. In fact it still has a use as a place of public meetings and for the occasional concert. The De Grey Rooms also served, at one time, as an officers' mess for the Yorkshire Hussars. Currently, it is home to the York Tourist Information Centre.

Review © 2007, Wcities
De Grey Rooms photo by Ravensthorpe
Photo: Ravensthorpe
 

 
Guildhall


Hidden history
St Helen's Square
York YO1 9QN
United Kingdom
+44 1904 61 3161
http://www.york.gov.uk
The original Guildhall was badly damaged by an air raid in 1942 but has since been sensitively restored. Fortunately, the Inner Chambers' walls, dating from the 15th century, were made of stone and so escaped serious damage and now form the foundation of the reconstruction. The history of the building is very interesting and includes many a Royal visit; from the Queen Mother in 1960, right back to 1483 when the notorious Richard III was a guest there. The sequence of events is told through a number of storyboards forming part of the new exhibition, which has recently opened.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Guildhall photo by bill anderson
Photo: bill anderson
Guildhall photo by Chris Maughan
Photo: Chris Maughan
Guildhall photo by John Johnston
Photo: John Johnston
Guildhall photo by Elspeth Golden
Photo: Elspeth Golden
Guildhall photo by Sacha Morrabi
Photo: Sacha Morrabi
Guildhall photo by Rhys Lancaster
Photo: Rhys Lancaster
Guildhall photo by Taylor S-K
Photo: Taylor S-K
Guildhall photo by bellevuestudio
Photo: bellevuestudio
 

 
Helmsley Castle


Formidable fortress
Helmsley Town Centre
York, North Yorkshire YO62 5AH
United Kingdom
+44 1439 77 0442
Helmsley Castle was built in the 12th century and so the first thing the visitor is confronted by is a spectacular double row of earth works, which helped make it a formidable fortress in its time. Later, in the Elizabethan period, extra buildings and rooms were added and it is in these rooms that the exhibitions are held. There is also, in tableau form, a history of the castle, which is rather an interesting, visual way of telling the tale. If you are going by road, then the castle is situated approximately 20 miles north of York and by far the best route is along the B1363.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Helmsley Castle photo by *Pete
Photo: *Pete
Helmsley Castle photo by Richard Oliver
Photo: Richard Oliver
Helmsley Castle photo by Philip Hutchinson
Photo: Philip Hutchinson
Helmsley Castle photo by grahambier
Photo: grahambier
Helmsley Castle photo by Emma Godbold
Photo: Emma Godbold
Helmsley Castle photo by Selina Lock
Photo: Selina Lock
Helmsley Castle photo by Benjamin M Smith
Photo: Benjamin M Smith
Helmsley Castle photo by Philip Lund
Photo: Philip Lund
Helmsley Castle photo by beaconfarm
Photo: beaconfarm
Helmsley Castle photo by Karla's Pics
Photo: Karla's Pics
Helmsley Castle photo by Nicole Barton
Photo: Nicole Barton
Helmsley Castle photo by MontereyPines
Photo: MontereyPines
Helmsley Castle photo by Mr Kim Kiddle
Photo: Mr Kim Kiddle
Helmsley Castle photo by Mick Hall
Photo: Mick Hall
Helmsley Castle photo by Anita Shockley
Photo: Anita Shockley
Helmsley Castle photo by aimlesslass
Photo: aimlesslass
Helmsley Castle photo by gary
Photo: gary
Helmsley Castle photo by Harry Lindley
Photo: Harry Lindley
Helmsley Castle photo by trevor strutton
Photo: trevor strutton
Helmsley Castle photo by Richard Hall
Photo: Richard Hall
Helmsley Castle photo by alanrpratt81
Photo: alanrpratt81
Helmsley Castle photo by peterjbailey
Photo: peterjbailey
Helmsley Castle photo by Ya-Chin Chuang
Photo: Ya-Chin Chuang
Helmsley Castle photo by Mat Marlow
Photo: Mat Marlow
 

 
Hospitium


In Museum Gardens
Museum Street
York YO1 7FR
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 9745
You can find the Hospitium in Museum Gardens, it is a very striking building which has undergone restoration on several occasions. The lower or ground floor was built in the early part of the 14th century but the timber-framed structure wasn't added until the early 15th century. It is thought to have been built primarily as a resting place for weary travellers visiting St Mary's Abbey, a type of guest house for visitors of lower social rank. Open only to advanced group bookings, call the above number for more details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Hospitium photo by Helen O'Gorman
Photo: Helen O'Gorman
Hospitium photo by Alycidon
Photo: Alycidon
Hospitium photo by Helen Mallalieu
Photo: Helen Mallalieu
Hospitium photo by Chris Poole
Photo: Chris Poole
Hospitium photo by Pascal Wilmann
Photo: Pascal Wilmann
Hospitium photo by Helen Pickering
Photo: Helen Pickering
 

 
Jacob's Well


Well worth it
Trinity Lane
Off Micklegate
York YO1 6EL
United Kingdom
+44 1904 79 8478
The erstwhile parish rooms of nearby Holy Trinity Church can be found here, situated in a fine mediaeval timbered house with a beautifully preserved canopied wooden porch dating from the 15th century. Nowadays Jacob's Well is hired out for meetings and private functions. The interior has been fully renovated and refurbished under the watchful eye of English Heritage. Two rooms can be rented but are charged for by the hour. The whole building is available for larger functions.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Jacob's Well photo by Jen Mitcham
Photo: Jen Mitcham
Jacob's Well photo by The Church Collector
Photo: The Church Collector
Jacob's Well photo by The Church Collector
Photo: The Church Collector
 

 
Lady Row


Oldest surviving row of houses in York
Goodramgate
York YO1 7LF
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 1756
Lady Row is situated on Goodramgate and consists of a row of picturesque cottages built by a wealthy merchant, Thomas Langtoft, in 1316. The cottages are said to be the oldest surviving row of houses in York and they certainly look as much, not a single straight line to be seen. Thomas Langtoft used the money he received in rent from the cottages, to pay for the services of a chantry priest of the Virgin Mary in the Church of Holy Trinity. You can see them whilst you shop in Goodramgate, so pretty to look at, reminiscent of a picture on a chocolate box.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Lady Row photo by Ravensthorpe
Photo: Ravensthorpe
 

 
Mansion House


Lord Mayor's residence
St Helen's Square
York YO1 9QN
United Kingdom
+44 1904 55 2012
http://www.york.gov.uk
Built in the 18th century, Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York during his/her term of office, and home of the civic plate and silver collection. Tours can be arranged by contacting the Civic Secretary on the above telephone number but as this is the actual home of the Lord Mayor, it is not generally open to visitors unless prior arrangements have been made. Occasionally the Lord Mayor holds open days. Tour prices, which include refreshments, are £60 for a group with a maximum of 30 people, or £4 per person. There is no disabled access.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Mansion House photo by James Gunn
Photo: James Gunn
Mansion House photo by lawrence windrush
Photo: lawrence windrush
 

 
Merchant Adventurers' Hall


Merchant of Ventures
Fossgate
York YO1 9XD
United Kingdom
+44 1904 654 818
http://www.theyorkcompany.co.uk
Built in the 14th century this magnificent, timbered, medieval guildhall is one of the best surviving examples of its kind and is of major national importance. How the ancient medieval guild functioned can still be seen as visitors are shown around the three main areas consisting of The Great Hall, The Undercroft [also known as the Hospital] and The Chapel. The Chapel was rebuilt in the early 15th century and is situated at the far end of the Undercroft. The records show that it was once richly decorated with stained glass windows, and with exquisitely made cloths adorning its five altars, which were enhanced by beautifully carved images.

Admission: adults £2.50; concessions £2; children 7-17 £1; under 7s free. A special family ticket is available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Barbara Ainscough
Photo: Barbara Ainscough
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Darren James
Photo: Darren James
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Alan Chown
Photo: Alan Chown
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Brenda
Photo: Brenda
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Barbara Ainscough
Photo: Barbara Ainscough
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Leslie Schweitzer
Photo: Leslie Schweitzer
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by bill anderson
Photo: bill anderson
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Aleta Rozanski
Photo: Aleta Rozanski
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Emilio Perez Soler
Photo: Emilio Perez Soler
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by michaeld39
Photo: michaeld39
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Yun Zhao
Photo: Yun Zhao
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Alex Graham
Photo: Alex Graham
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Diego de la Cruz
Photo: Diego de la Cruz
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Douglas Mulford
Photo: Douglas Mulford
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Victoria 13
Photo: Victoria 13
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Sarah Grice
Photo: Sarah Grice
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Mark Benson
Photo: Mark Benson
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Hanna Schulz
Photo: Hanna Schulz
Merchant Adventurers' Hall photo by Joe Pridham
Photo: Joe Pridham
 

 
Merchant Taylors' Hall


17th century exterior
Aldwark
York YO1 7BX
United Kingdom
+44 1904 63 2967
York has four surviving guildhalls and The Merchant Taylors' Hall is one of them. It was originally built in the 14th century and was founded by a religious guild which developed into a merchants' company in the 15th century and has been used by the Company of Merchant Taylors ever since. The main hall is 60 ft by 30 ft and is 30 ft high, its roof is medieval but the exterior of the building is 17th century. The head of Queen Anne is featured in the south wall window. Admission: free

Review © 2007, Wcities
Merchant Taylors' Hall photo by R J Wright
Photo: R J Wright
 

 
Monk Bar


Working portcullis
Off Lord Mayors Walk
York YO1 2LH
United Kingdom
+44 1904 63 4191
Monk Bar has a portcullis, which surprisingly is still in good working order. Built in the 14th century, Monk Bar is one of four major medieval gatehouses which form a part of the city wall that surrounds York. Originally this Bar was a guardhouse, many years later it was used as a prison and later still it became a police house. Now it is home to the Richard III Museum which should be on every visitor's list of places to see. Admission: adults £1.50; student and seniors £0.75; children free if accompanied by an adult

Review © 2007, Wcities
Monk Bar photo by bill anderson
Photo: bill anderson
Monk Bar photo by CARL SPENCER  Known as  CARLOS62
Photo: CARL SPENCER Known as CARLOS62
Monk Bar photo by Paul Cowell
Photo: Paul Cowell
Monk Bar photo by Marilena & Neil
Photo: Marilena & Neil
Monk Bar photo by Mae Tang
Photo: Mae Tang
Monk Bar photo by creating in the dark
Photo: creating in the dark
Monk Bar photo by bloomjune
Photo: bloomjune
 

 
Multangular Tower


Roman fortress
Museum Gardens
York YO1 7FR
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 9745
The Multangular Tower is an imposing 10-sided tower that was once a part of the old Roman fortress. It can be found in the grounds of the beautiful Museum Gardens and stands alongside an original Roman stretch of wall, which is almost as high as when it was built. All of this is dated as the 4th century, the rest of the wall and higher additions to the Multangular Tower, date from the 13th century when it served as a part of the city's defence system. Admission is free.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Multangular Tower photo by Orangeaurochs
Photo: Orangeaurochs
Multangular Tower photo by Bob Stone
Photo: Bob Stone
Multangular Tower photo by Bob Stone
Photo: Bob Stone
Multangular Tower photo by R. Adcock
Photo: R. Adcock
 

 
Nunnington Hall


Secluded walled garden
Nunnington
York YO62 5UY
United Kingdom
+44 1439 74 8283
Within easy reach from York, between Malton and Helmsley, lies Nunnington Hall. Set in an exquisite secluded walled garden amid the fruit trees and clematis, where colorful peacocks strut down to the River Rye, you will find this wonderful 17th century manor house with its oak panelled hall. Climb three fights of stairs and discover the attics with their captivating Carlisle collection of miniature rooms, each one furnished to reflect a different period in history, and while you're up there venture into the haunted room if you dare. Nunnington Hall is situated off the B1257, north of York.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Pickering Castle


Medieval castle
Castle Road
York, North Yorkshire YO18 7BA
United Kingdom
+44 1751 47 4989
Pickering Castle is 26 miles north of York and is to be found east of the town centre of Pickering on Castle Road. The castle itself is medieval and was built in the 12th century and there is also a Royal Hunting Lodge to visit along with an exhibition, which gives the visitor an insight into life as it was lived 800 years ago. While you are visiting the town of Pickering don't miss the 15th century frescoes in Pickering church. They are fantastic and equal many that Italy have to offer.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Roman Column


Constantine the Great
Minster Yard
York YO1 7JL
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 1756
In the vicinity of the York Minster you will find a Roman Column standing like a sentinel lost in time. It marks the place where Constantine was proclaimed Emperor in York and is the only surviving column of the original 36 that supported a once great hall in the Roman Garrison. The Emperor is perhaps better known as Constantine the Great and there is a statue of him within the Minster precinct.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Roman Column photo by ALAN FLYNN
Photo: ALAN FLYNN
Roman Column photo by Mike Wheeler
Photo: Mike Wheeler
Roman Column photo by Lou Taylor
Photo: Lou Taylor
Roman Column photo by Shader81
Photo: Shader81
Roman Column photo by Dave Feltenberger
Photo: Dave Feltenberger
Roman Column photo by Jillian K. Foster
Photo: Jillian K. Foster
Roman Column photo by Eric Nupp
Photo: Eric Nupp
Roman Column photo by Light n Pixels
Photo: Light n Pixels
 

 
Sledmere House


Parkland by Capability Brown
Sledmere
York, North Yorkshire YO25 3XG
United Kingdom
+44 1377 23 6637
Sledmere House was designed and built by Sir Christopher Sykes in 1751, and Joseph Rose, who was considered one of the best in his time, was responsible for the unique plasterwork. On display is a fine collection of furnishings in the Chippendale, French and Adam styles. For a special treat, on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays the celebrated Sledmere Pipe Organ will entertain the visitors. The famous Capability Brown himself designed the parkland and well worth visiting is the enchanting 18th century walled rose garden, not forgetting the most recently designed garden - called the knot garden. There is also a tearoom and a children's play area in the grounds. For up to date admission prices and opening times, please ring the above number before leaving home.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
St Williams College


The Royal Mint of King Charles I
4-5 College Street
York YO1 7JF
United Kingdom
+44 1904 55 7216
St William's College was built in the middle of the 15th century. The College's first use was as home to the Minster Chantry priests, who were apparently notorious for their bawdy behavior. But it found a very different use in the 17th century at the time of the English Civil War, as the Royal Mint and printing house for King Charles I. This century its primarily use is for meetings but the upper floor, which has many remarkable features, is open to the public for a small admission charge.

Review © 2007, Wcities
St Williams College photo by David Forrest
Photo: David Forrest
St Williams College photo by scribblernick
Photo: scribblernick
St Williams College photo by Michiel Harmsen
Photo: Michiel Harmsen
St Williams College photo by Chris M. Rowell
Photo: Chris M. Rowell
 

 
St. Mary's Abbey


Majestic ruins
Museum Street
(York Museum Gardens)
York YO24 1AQ
United Kingdom
+44 1904 64 3238
St. Mary's Abbey was once the most powerful and wealthiest monastery in the North of England. The abbey and its religious order were influential and prosperous landowners, until the reign of Henry VIII, when the Dissolution of the Monasteries Act brought an end to the prosperity. In 1539 the abbey was closed by order of the crown and all property was confiscated. The remains of the abbey are still a very impressive sight and are located in the grounds of the Yorkshire Museum Gardens. Admission to the gardens is free.

Review © 2007, Wcities
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Mark Ferbert
Photo: Mark Ferbert
St. Mary's Abbey photo by John
Photo: John
St. Mary's Abbey photo by JuanJ
Photo: JuanJ
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Nathan Harrison
Photo: Nathan Harrison
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Wendy
Photo: Wendy
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Mark Ferbert
Photo: Mark Ferbert
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Tim Schleicher
Photo: Tim Schleicher
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Mike Knowles
Photo: Mike Knowles
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Beth Watkins
Photo: Beth Watkins
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Bob Stone
Photo: Bob Stone
St. Mary's Abbey photo by qatarperegrine
Photo: qatarperegrine
St. Mary's Abbey photo by David Thompson
Photo: David Thompson
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Keith W. Reierson
Photo: Keith W. Reierson
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Roy Mesler
Photo: Roy Mesler
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Shub07
Photo: Shub07
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Julie F Horton
Photo: Julie F Horton
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Katrin Glaesmann
Photo: Katrin Glaesmann
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Lee Sie
Photo: Lee Sie
St. Mary's Abbey photo by Gemma Davies
Photo: Gemma Davies
 

 
Sutton Park


Visitor attraction award
Sutton on the Forest
York YO61 1DP
United Kingdom
+44 (0)1347 81 0249
http://www.statelyhome.co.uk
Sutton Park in Yorkshire is Sir Reginald's and Lady Sheffield's home. Built by Thomas Atkinson in 1730, it houses a wonderful collection of 18th century furniture, alongside an impressive display of porcelain. Some of the paintings in the house originate from Buckingham Palace itself. The beautiful gardens have won the Best Tourist & Visitor Attraction award; there is even an interesting Georgian icehouse to view. Beverages and homemade cakes are on offer in the tearoom.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Treasurers House


Impressive medieval hall
Minster Yard
York YO1 7JL
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 4247
The Treasurer's House was originally built on the site of the Roman Legionary Fortress. It is now owned by The National Trust, but until the middle of the 16th century it was the official residence for Treasurers of the York Minster. Inside the house there is an excellent collection of period furnishings on view to the public. Take the Butler's Tour at 2pm to find out what life was like here 100 years ago. Admission: adults GBP3.80, children GBP2 (under age 5 free), family GBP9.50.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Treasurers House photo by Katy Routh
Photo: Katy Routh
Treasurers House photo by David Bramhall
Photo: David Bramhall
Treasurers House photo by Celine Simon
Photo: Celine Simon
Treasurers House photo by David Bramhall
Photo: David Bramhall
Treasurers House photo by Katy Routh
Photo: Katy Routh
Treasurers House photo by Andrew Littlewood
Photo: Andrew Littlewood
Treasurers House photo by Celine Simon
Photo: Celine Simon
Treasurers House photo by Bob Shand
Photo: Bob Shand
Treasurers House photo by David Lownds
Photo: David Lownds
Treasurers House photo by Fiona Dutton
Photo: Fiona Dutton
Treasurers House photo by Siobhan McCarthy
Photo: Siobhan McCarthy
Treasurers House photo by Bryan Patzke
Photo: Bryan Patzke
Treasurers House photo by Patricia Leung
Photo: Patricia Leung
Treasurers House photo by Scott Ferguson
Photo: Scott Ferguson
Treasurers House photo by Jehane Penfold-Ward
Photo: Jehane Penfold-Ward
Treasurers House photo by canal.steve
Photo: canal.steve
Treasurers House photo by James Radley
Photo: James Radley
Treasurers House photo by Richard Hone
Photo: Richard Hone
Treasurers House photo by Laura Fusco
Photo: Laura Fusco
Treasurers House photo by Sarah Leonard
Photo: Sarah Leonard
Treasurers House photo by Martyn Stacey
Photo: Martyn Stacey
Treasurers House photo by Craig Booth
Photo: Craig Booth
Treasurers House photo by Keith Holt
Photo: Keith Holt
 

 
York City Walls


Picturesque in springtime
Tourist Information Centre, De Grey Rooms
St Leonards Place
York YO1 7HB
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 1756
York is at its most picturesque in springtime when the daffodils are blooming. These beautiful spring flowers enhance the earthen ramparts, which were razed by the Romans and the Anglo-Danish kings of York but strengthened later by the Normans. There are almost three miles of encircling medieval wall which has been carefully maintained and restored over the centuries and which still has considerable remnants of the original Roman walls integrated with and strengthened by the medieval structures. The entrance to the walls is free and they are open during daylight hours.

Review © 2007, Wcities
York City Walls photo by Gary Denham
Photo: Gary Denham
York City Walls photo by Tim Duckett
Photo: Tim Duckett
York City Walls photo by RJ Hiscock
Photo: RJ Hiscock
York City Walls photo by Robert McDermott
Photo: Robert McDermott
York City Walls photo by Andrew Gainer
Photo: Andrew Gainer
York City Walls photo by Gary Denham
Photo: Gary Denham
York City Walls photo by Alex Watson
Photo: Alex Watson
York City Walls photo by gaia206
Photo: gaia206
York City Walls photo by David Melville
Photo: David Melville
York City Walls photo by life_without_twisties
Photo: life_without_twisties
York City Walls photo by Christian Cable
Photo: Christian Cable
York City Walls photo by rs1979
Photo: rs1979
York City Walls photo by Vicki
Photo: Vicki
York City Walls photo by Brian Davies
Photo: Brian Davies
York City Walls photo by Rose Lanigan
Photo: Rose Lanigan
York City Walls photo by Laura Maughan
Photo: Laura Maughan
York City Walls photo by Stephen Hirst
Photo: Stephen Hirst
York City Walls photo by Erika Edgerley
Photo: Erika Edgerley
York City Walls photo by Andrew Lister
Photo: Andrew Lister
York City Walls photo by Dena B.
Photo: Dena B.
York City Walls photo by Stephen Faraday
Photo: Stephen Faraday
York City Walls photo by Amy
Photo: Amy
York City Walls photo by Zuki Akula
Photo: Zuki Akula
York City Walls photo by Natalie Gousmett
Photo: Natalie Gousmett
York City Walls photo by JANET THORPE
Photo: JANET THORPE
York City Walls photo by Ben Martinez
Photo: Ben Martinez
York City Walls photo by Lynn Briggs
Photo: Lynn Briggs
York City Walls photo by John-Henry Clay
Photo: John-Henry Clay
York City Walls photo by Nathan Greenway
Photo: Nathan Greenway
 

 
York Minster


A magnificent landmark
Deangate
York YO1 7HH
United Kingdom
+44 1904 55 7216
http://www.yorkminster.org
Centrally situated, the famous York Minster is visible from much of the city. It has three towers and is the fifth church to be built on this particular site. It's the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe and dates right back to medieval times, although excavations have unearthed Norman, Roman and Viking beginnings. See for yourself the wonderful 14th and 15th century stained glass, including the famous Rose Window. Admission to the main body of the Minster is free, although contributions to the York Minister Fund and Friends of York Minister are welcome.

Review © 2007, Wcities
York Minster photo by Trevor Bowden
Photo: Trevor Bowden
York Minster photo by Sten Govaerts
Photo: Sten Govaerts
York Minster photo by Trevor Bowden
Photo: Trevor Bowden
York Minster photo by guy_incognito
Photo: guy_incognito
York Minster photo by guy_incognito
Photo: guy_incognito
York Minster photo by Todd Martin
Photo: Todd Martin
York Minster photo by Janette Martindale
Photo: Janette Martindale
York Minster photo by Andrew West
Photo: Andrew West
York Minster photo by the detestrian
Photo: the detestrian
York Minster photo by Chris Maughan
Photo: Chris Maughan
York Minster photo by Janette Martindale
Photo: Janette Martindale
York Minster photo by Andy Munzer
Photo: Andy Munzer
York Minster photo by Will
Photo: Will
York Minster photo by Simon Pocock
Photo: Simon Pocock
York Minster photo by Rick Martindale
Photo: Rick Martindale
York Minster photo by Todd Martin
Photo: Todd Martin
York Minster photo by Stephen Young
Photo: Stephen Young
York Minster photo by Andy Munzer
Photo: Andy Munzer
York Minster photo by Scott Hanslip
Photo: Scott Hanslip
York Minster photo by ollie harridge
Photo: ollie harridge
York Minster photo by magchester
Photo: magchester
York Minster photo by Carol Cameron
Photo: Carol Cameron
York Minster photo by kevin broughton
Photo: kevin broughton
York Minster photo by Charlotte F Addison
Photo: Charlotte F Addison
York Minster photo by Gu
Photo: Gu
York Minster photo by william a dobson
Photo: william a dobson
York Minster photo by Mark Smith
Photo: Mark Smith
York Minster photo by Amy
Photo: Amy
York Minster photo by Erik Karlsson
Photo: Erik Karlsson
York Minster photo by mookboy
Photo: mookboy
York Minster photo by John Meyer
Photo: John Meyer
York Minster photo by Jonathan Davis
Photo: Jonathan Davis
York Minster photo by arun rajendran
Photo: arun rajendran
York Minster photo by art makes me smile
Photo: art makes me smile
York Minster photo by Edi Weissmann
Photo: Edi Weissmann
York Minster photo by Pat & Jim Watkinson
Photo: Pat & Jim Watkinson
York Minster photo by Kev Freer
Photo: Kev Freer
York Minster photo by ariagloris
Photo: ariagloris
York Minster photo by happy alone
Photo: happy alone
York Minster photo by alonza driver
Photo: alonza driver
York Minster photo by Sheila Partridge
Photo: Sheila Partridge
York Minster photo by Jen B
Photo: Jen B
 

 
York Observatory


Thomas Cooke telescope
Museum Gardens
York YO1 7FR
United Kingdom
+44 1904 62 9745
Standing in the lovely Museum Gardens is the York Observatory. It was built between 1831 and 1833 and has recently been restored. Entrance to the Observatory is by appointment only during the months between December and February, on Thursdays between 6 and 8p and it also opens on very special occasions. Its well worth a visit as it contains the 1850 Thomas Cooke telescope and also an exhibition, which examines the history of observatory and scientific instruments. Please call to obtain more details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
York Observatory photo by Marius Jennings
Photo: Marius Jennings
 

 
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