York

York is such an important part of British history. Over the centuries Vikings, Romans, Saxons, and Victorians shaped the city and left a wonderful legacy behind them for you to explore. There are beautiful buildings and museums, parks and squares, entertainment on the streets and in the theatres.  If you’re a real foodie, there are numerous cafes, restaurants, Yorkshire teas and ice creams. If you’re looking for action and excitement, you can enjoy boating, cycling, horse racing, shopping, and ghost walks. Or you could simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. There’s plenty to do for people of all ages.

Outside of York, the East Coast is just over an hour away by car, or you can catch the train or bus. There are National Parks, historic castles and two theme parks less than an hour’s drive by car.

Use the following sites to plan your stay:

www.visityork.org
www.thisisyork.co.uk

Attractions you may like to visit:

Jorvic Centre,   www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk
York Minister,  www.yorkminster.org
York Dungeons,  www.thedungeons.com
National Railway Museum,   www.nrm.org.uk
Walking the city walls, accesspoints round the city, open until dusk every day.

The Grand Opera House, www.grandoperahouse.org.uk
Theatre Royal,  www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

Cinema – York City Screen,  www.picturehouses.co.uk

Boat trips,   www.yorkboat.co.uk

York Racecourse, which has major meetings in May, July and August,  www.yorkracecourse.co.uk