Places of Worship in York
York is a relatively small city steeped in a long and illustrious history: this may be best shown through its many religious and historical buildings.
The city of York boasts beautiful architecture and some of the oldest churches in England, these places really bring the atmosphere of religion to life and are wonderful places to visit, whether as a tourist Continue reading Churches in and near York
The York Tyburn Gallows
Originally a gibbet for hangings or the display of felons to serve as warning to others, the area that is now on Tadcaster Road has a long history of retribution against criminals.
Knavesmire, one of the largely undeveloped areas of the city of York, was the site of many public hangings from 1379 when the gallows were first erected.
The last public hanging at Knavesmire was in 1801, as the local leaders decided that the gallows were not a good first impression for visitors to York to see. The gallows were then moved to a location near York Castle.
Continue reading Horrible History: The York Gallows
York Brewery
There is only one brewery located within the city walls of York, the aptly named York Brewery.
York Brewery was established in 1996 Continue reading Exploring The City of York: York Brewery
Walk towards York city centre from the railway station, and you are immediately hit by the sight of York Minster, perching above the city and sailing majestically upwards, clad only in its occasional scaffolding and the clouds. But once inside the streets themselves you may find a more secret York, nestled in between the bustling streets and shopfronts: the walls and snickelways of York. Continue reading The Walls and Snickelways of York
York University is located in the city of York, England. The main campus at Heslington Continue reading York University
York Dungeon is one of the biggest tourist attractions in York today. Continue reading Days Out in York: The York Dungeon
