York, England Attractions

York Castle Museum offers a marvelous insight into the English way of life throughout various centuries. It includes Kirkgate, a Victorian street with a number of small shops.

Bishopthorpe Palace has been the site of the palace of the Archbishop of York since the 13th century. The Chapel is the only part of the original building that has survived and the remainder of the palace dates from the 18th century.

The Bridestones and Crosscliff Estate is a natural area made up of moorland, woodland and farmland. Bridestones Moor is named after its unusual rock formations. It has three species of heather and an ancient woodland believed to date back to the last Ice Age which can be explored by following a short nature trail.

At the end of Crosscliff Moor is Blakey Topping. It was created by massive erosion by glacial meltwater and offers a fabulous view of the area from its summit.

Castle Howard is situated on over 1000 acres of parkland with lawns, woods, nature walks a scenic lake and fountains. The house itself is richly furnished and filled with family treasures. Explore the rooms and galleries then stroll through the parkland to enjoy this, the largest and most spectacular stately home in Yorkshire.

The continuous curve of the platforms is enhanced by the elaborate girders and columns that support the arching roof of the station.

Situated in Lower Friargate, the Friargate Museum's collection of wax figures, ranging from Alfred the Great to current models, bring history alive.

King's Manor (16th/17th century), where Henry VIII, James I and Charles I stayed when visiting York, has been beautifully restored and now belongs to the university.

Kirkham Priory is an English Heritage property. It is an Augustinian foundation from 1122. It is still possible to see the sculptured gatehouse and the cloister, both from the late 13th C. Also visible is the Romanesque refectory doorway.

Model railroad enthusiasts will greatly enjoy Rail Rider's World in York station.

The Treasurer's House in York has medieval origins. It was restored in the 17th century by Frank Green, a local industrialist, who made it his home. It remains as he left it, with a collection of fine furnishings and paintings.

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The York Barbican Centre presents the best in live entertainment from classical music to comedy. It has excellent access off the Inner Ring Road in York's town centre and ample parking facilities.

This annual 10-day festival takes place in mid-July and focuses on a different composer and theme every year. Events include small choral and chamber concerts, and recitals as well as large symphonic performances in great halls. Lectures on the featured composer or theme are also organized. The venues include medieval churches and halls throughout the town.

This annual two-week festival takes place in mid-June, along-side the York Early Music Festival. The highlight of this festival is the York Mystery Plays which are held every four years. The plays are held within the ruins of St Mary's Abbey and include hundreds of York residents in the cast. Other events include film screenings, poetic readings, classical concerts and smaller dramatic presentations.

Yorkboat Guided River Trips sail everyday through the middle of the historic city of York.

Yorkshire Lavender is a hillside farm of nearly 60 acres featuring lavender gardens and a specialty nursery.