Visitor Guide 2008

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10 – 11 Battlegroup North & Military November & Wheels & Wings Show – featuring the September December 2007 largest gathering of historic military 7 Allied Services Commemoration Day. vehicles in Yorkshire. Music, parade and historic aircraft flypast. 29 Nov – 2 Dec St Nicholas Fayre. Yorkshire Air Museum. Yorkshire Air Museum. City-wide markets both open air Tel: 01904 608595 Tel: 01904 608595. and housed within historic buildings. Tel: 01904 552270 14 – 16, 30 & 31 York Races. 19 - 28 York Festival of Food and Drink. www.yuletideyork.com Tel: 01904 620911 Annual celebration of regional produce. Celebrity chefs, wines from around 6 – 9 Dec York Early Music 25 & 26 Ryedale Festival of Food & Drink. the world and competitions. Christmas Festival. Performances at Castle Howard. Tel: 01904 466687 venues across the city. Tel: 01653 648333 www.yorkfoodfestival.com Box office: 01904 658338 www.castlehoward.co.uk 12 - 13 York National Bookfair. 8 & 9 Dec Festival of Angels. June Racecourse. The Quarter. Map ref. DD3 Tel: 01763 248400 Tel: 01904 610676 6 – 14 York Late Music Festival – www.pbfa.org www.yuletideyork.com National Centre for Early Music. Box Office: 01904 658338 19 - 21 Northern Motorcaravan Show. 2008 www.ncem.co.uk Tel: 01778 391123. www.northernmotorcaravanshow.co.uk January 13 & 14 York Races. Tel: 01904 620911 5 York Book Fair. Racecourse. October Further info: 01763 248400 16 – 21 York Youth Mysteries 2008. www.pbfa.org 25 - 26 York Roman Festival. Performances in a big top on the Citywide. Knavesmire. www.yorkromanfestival.com February Tel: 01904 554660 www.yorkyouthmysteries.com 7 Feb – 31 Dec ‘China in York’ – 30 Oct – 2 Nov Illuminating York. Exhibition at the Castle Museum. Tel: 01904 554550 21 & 22 York Cycle Show, Racecourse. www.illuminatingyork.org.uk Tel: 01904 687687 Tel: 0870 8730660 www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk www.yorkcycleshow.co.uk November 13 – 17 JORVIK Viking Festival. 22 Classic Wings & Wheels Show. 27 - 30 St Nicholas Fayre. Tel: 01904 543403 Popular gathering of classic cars with www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk Citywide markets both open air historic aircraft flypasts, trade stands and and housed within historic buildings. March children's activities. Yorkshire Air Museum. Tel: 01904 550099. Tel: 01904 608595 www.yuletideyork.com 1 – 15 York Literature Festival – citywide. July Futher info: 01904 554316 29 Nov – 21 Dec Christmas opening www.readwriteyork.co.uk at Castle Howard. 3 – 12 York Early Music Festival. Tel: 01653 648333 National Centre for Early Music. www.castlehoward.co.uk 7 – 16 York Festival of Science and Box office: 01904 658338 Technology – citywide. www.ncem.co.uk Tel: 01904 554493 December www.sciencecityyork.org.uk/community 11 & 12, 25 & 26 York Races. 11 - 15 York Early Music Christmas Festival. Tel: 01904 620911 13 – 16 Sightsonic Digital Arts Festival. Performances at venues across the city. Tel: 0773 6646920 Box office: 01904 658338 13 East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club www.ncem.co.uk www.sightsonic.org Rally - Annual gathering of classic cars and motorcycles. 21 Mar – 6 April York Chinese 13 & 14 Festival of Angels. Yorkshire Air Museum. The Quarter. Map ref. DD3. Festival – citywide. Tel: 01904 608595 Tel: 01904 686248 Tel: 01904 610676 www.festivalofangels.co.uk 13 – 27 Festival of the Rivers. 22 – 24 York Model Railway Show. Tel: 01904 554253 York Racecourse. www.yorkfestivals.com York Markets Tel: 01653 694319. www.yorkshow.freeserve.co.uk York Markets host a full programme of events 14 Dragon Boat Racing. throughout the year including Farmers’ and Riverbanks and Museum 23 & 24 Easter fun. Castle Howard. Continental Markets. Gardens area. Tel: 01904 551355. Tel: 01653 648333 www.yorkrotary.co.uk/dragonboat.htm www.castlehoward.co.uk Visitor information: Tel: 01904 550099 York Maze. From mid July until early www.visityork.org www.whatsonyork.com April September – York’s amazing maize maze. Elvington. While information is believed to be correct at time of going 4 – 6 York Open Studios – www.yorkmaze.co.uk local artists in an informal setting. to print, dates and events may change. We recommend www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk August that you check to avoid disappointment. May 3 Thunder Day! – Flypasts and displays. Yorkshire Air Museum. 4 York Carnival. Tel: 01904 608595 Tel: 01904 554253 www.yorkfestivals.com 16 Castle Howard Proms Spectacular. Open air picnic concert with fireworks. 7 – 10 Spring Festival of New Music. Tel: 01653 648623 Box Office: 01904 432439 www.castlehoward.co.uk www.yorkconcerts.co.uk 19 – 22 York Races – Ebor Festival. Tel: 01904 620911

Athens, June 2007: York awarded European Tourism City of the Year. Dragon Boat Racing

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Come and explore York, one of England’s most Spend an afternoon in one of the many museums or memorable cities. Unearth its secrets and enjoy a vibrant browse at your leisure through the rooms in the city’s art and surprising mix of history and culture. gallery, its celebrated collections drawing visitors from far and wide. Some things about this lovely city never change – the impact of the Minster towering above the tangle of Let the assortment of street performers and buskers medieval streets with their shops and chic cafés, the entertain you or visit one of the many festivals. As the sun views from the City Walls and the River Ouse with its small goes down, sip a glass of wine at a riverside bar or join a boats and pleasure cruisers plying their way under nightly ghost walk as it sets off around the narrow streets graceful bridges. and snickelways regaling amused followers with stories of York is a place to be explored on foot. Climb the Minster unexplained ‘ghostly’ sightings. or Clifford’s Tower for a bird’s eye view of all that it has to offer or choose the easy route with a ride on the gigantic observation wheel, its pods soaring 60 metres above the ground.

Contents Booking Accommodation ...... 26 – 27 Events ...... 2 Hotels ...... 28 – 39 Shopping ...... 10 – 11 Guest Accommodation ...... 40 – 53 Must See Attractions ...... 12 – 14 Self Catering ...... 54 – 57 General Attractions ...... 15 – 17 Holiday Parks and Camping ...... 58 Evening Attractions ...... 18 Hostel Accommodation ...... 59 Surrounding Attractions ...... 19 – 21 Timeline ...... 60 Restaurants, Bistros and Bars ...... 22 – 25 Maps and Journey Times ...... 61 – 63

www.visityork.org Enrich your mind, body and soul with a visit to one of the country’s most inspiring cities.

York is a city of living history; you can’t help but be For a different kind of enrichment, enjoy a little body enriched as you walk its cobbled streets, taking in the pampering. Alquimia Spa in the city centre offers historic architecture. Marvel at the interior of Fairfax facials, massage and spa body treatments in period House, the city’s finest Georgian townhouse, admire surroundings. Just on the outskirts of the city, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, one of the best preserved Middlethorpe Hall Hotel & Spa, a luxurious eighteenth medieval guildhalls in Europe or stroll past Barley Hall, a century house is a haven of tranquillity. Rejuvenate with window into the life of a medieval household. a session in the steam room or sauna, lounge in the whirlpool bath or pamper yourself with a treatment. Broaden your mind with a visit to world class museums. Meander through Kirkgate, the recreated Victorian street For ultimate enrichment of the soul, immerse yourself in at the Castle Museum, soak up the atmosphere of a the glories of York Minster – the largest gothic cathedral reconstructed Viking city at JORVIK and wonder at some north of the alps and allow its sheer splendour to of Britain’s finest archaeological treasures at the Yorkshire elevate and inspire. Alternatively, travel south to the Museum. market town of Selby with its superb abbey which has defied destruction for nearly 1000 years and was the Learn about railways and locomotives at the National birthplace of Henry I. Railway Museum, the largest of its kind in the world and, for a true taste of Wartime Britain, visit the Cold War Explore the surrounding countryside and discover Bunker, the Yorkshire Air Museum or Eden Camp. breathtaking scenery awash with country houses and picturesque gardens. The evocative ruins of Fountain’s Art lovers can spend an appreciative hour or two at the Abbey and the gardens at Castle Howard will captivate art gallery or visit the city’s newly constructed Quilt your soul, whilst the Yorkshire Moors, Dales and coastal Museum. Set to open in spring 2008, this will be the only resorts will leave you feeling pleasantly and peacefully museum in Europe dedicated to quilting and textile arts. reflective.

If, after all this, your mind is still thirsty for knowledge, you could always enjoy a short, special interest course. Local photographer John Potter holds landscape photography workshops, whilst the Red House Antiques Centre’s three day course on antique furniture has achieved national acclaim.

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06/07 Visitor Information 01904 550099 Come to York and challenge your image of a medieval, historic city.

Renowned for its heritage; quaint, cobbled streets and windsurfing, sailing or kayaking at Allerthorpe Lakeland the iconic York Minster, York is fast developing a Park. Saddle up and either hire a bike or try your skill at flourishing, cutting-edge scene. Chic wine bars, some polo. housed in old churches, and modern art displayed in historic venues make for a city of contrasts and exciting Hold your nerve whilst placing a bet at the prestigious discoveries. This is a place where the old encompasses York Racecourse or face your fears and explore, if you the new and the commonplace meets with the dare, the terrifyingly gruesome York Dungeons – a unexpected. journey into York’s dark and grizzly history. For an archaeological adventure, grab a trowel and get your Enjoy contemporary exhibitions at the beautiful, hands dirty whilst delving into 2000 years of York’s history medieval St Mary’s Church, used as a visual arts venue, at DIG. Who knows what you might unearth? or drop into the Artspace, an edgy gallery and shop overlooking historic Clifford’s Tower. Here you can Five ways to challenge yourself in York: admire original pieces or get involved in a drawing, painting or jewellery making class. Climb the 275 Minster steps or try the more leisurely Clifford’s Tower – a mere 104 steps, for stunning views over the city. If you coincide your trip with the annual Illuminating York Festival, your perceptions of the city will undoubtedly be Perfect your driving skills and experience the thrills of challenged. The ancient streets and buildings are Go-Karting at the city’s F1 Racing track. brought to life with contemporary arts and culture, Walk the four kilometres of York’s ancient walls, encouraging you to see the city in a different, and enabling you to view the city from a different startlingly modern, light. perspective.

For those wanting more of a physical challenge, York will Hire a motor boat and navigate the meanders of test the courage of even the most spirited among you. the River Ouse. The Red Boats take up to eight Take to the skies and experience the thrill of a helicopter people and operate from Easter to October. ride or gliding lesson whilst enjoying fantastic aerial views Get lost in, and then find your way out of, one the over York and the surrounding area. Soar 60 feet above world’s largest maize mazes. Open from mid July to the roof tops in York’s gigantic observation wheel or mid September. come back to earth with a splash and try your hand at

York Races www.visityork.org With a host of events, festivals, walks and tours, there is plenty to keep you entertained throughout your stay.

Delve into the city’s vibrant café culture, watch the A variety of themed festivals is held throughout the year world go by while sipping a drink by the river, or take catering for all ages and interests. The long established time out to enjoy some of the country’s most talented JORVIK Viking Festival brings battle re-enactments and and authentic street entertainers as they juggle, sing, fearsome Vikings to the city in the month of February, play, escape from chains or simply paint themselves whilst the York Festival of Food and Drink spotlights purple and stand motionless for your amusement. regional food and drink in September. In the run up to Christmas, the St Nicholas Fayre sees York come alive City Screen, a traditional picture house with a riverside with carol singers and bustling Victorian market stalls café bar shows both mainstream and ‘art-house’ films. selling everything from local produce to traditional gifts This perfect city centre venue also plays host to an and roasted chestnuts. At the Festival of Angels, wrap eclectic programme of events ranging from poetry gloved hands around a warm glass of mulled wine readings to concerts and, on Sunday evenings, some while you marvel at stunning ice sculptures. outstanding stand-up from the best local and international comedians at the Other Side Comedy As darkness falls over this delightfully engaging city, why Club. Alternatively, enjoy a live show at one of two not join an evening ghost walk? This is the most haunted theatres as they raise their curtains on popular drama, city in Europe and, in the early 1970s spawned the world class ballet and diverse, one-off showcases. world’s first ghost walks. The walks are amusing accounts of the city’s past, each professionally, and often Music lovers will relish a visit to the National Centre for hilariously presented by knowledgeable local guides, Early Music. Housed in the peaceful surroundings of a many of whom hold equity qualifications. Don’t be converted church, the Centre stages concerts scared. No visit to York is complete without this encompassing every medium from classical and wonderfully enjoyable encounter. medieval to traditional jazz and contemporary. With so much to see and do, you may need to lengthen your stay to squeeze it all in!

City Screen overlooks the river

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10/11 Visitor Information 01904 550099 Make York the perfect destination for some serious retail therapy!

You’ll find all the popular high street stores, together High and Low Petergate: Discover an irresistible with a profusion of small, individual retailers unique to collection of small shops selling jewellery, gifts and the city. designer clothes. Visit Christmas Angels for a year round festive experience or treat yourself to a yummy ice Parliament Street: This is the hub of the city and the cream or cup of Illy coffee at La Cremeria. place to find visiting markets and festive fairs. At one end, Brown’s, the fashionable department store and at Coppergate: Modern shops built above a Viking city. the other, Marks & Spencer. Spilling onto the pavement The Coppergate Centre really does have something for just by the fountain, the city’s seven day open market is everyone including multi-storey parking and scooter hire a magical experience for bargain hunters. Wander for those with limited mobility. Fenwicks, Topshop, round the stalls and then slip through into Shambles, Marks & Spencer Home Store, Body Shop and great one of Britian’s finest medieval streets, call into the Earl shoe shops make this a fun place to visit. Call into Joy or Grey Tearoom or visit Cox of Yorkshire, famous for fine The Japanese Shop for really original gift ideas or leather and sheepskins. choose a heavenly fragrance from Passion for Perfume. The Whisky Shop stocks a vast choice of malts or see Coney Street: This is where most of the high street what souvenirs are on offer at the JORVIK Viking Centre. names tend to congregate – Zara, H&M, Next, Wallis, the list goes on and on as does the street, right up to If you still can’t find what you’re looking for, there are lots St Helen’s Square and Harkers Bar and the famous more brilliant shopping streets – Gillygate, Micklegate, Betty’s Tearoom. Fossgate, the list goes on. For designer clothes at reduced prices, head south for the outskirts of the city Stonegate: Probably the loveliest street in the county, and the acclaimed Designer Outlet. Browse in comfort this was once a Roman thoroughfare and then, in the at over 100 shops selling famous label 1500s, the street of printers. Today it’s where to find clothes and household goods at designer labels and gorgeous accessories. Browse the just a fraction of their original antique shops, choose a collectable teddy bear or price. discover the Cat Gallery – a mecca for cat lovers.

The Quarter: This delightful tangle of narrow lanes comprising Swinegate, Grape Lane, Back Swinegate and Little Stonegate often goes undiscovered. It’s worth 5 Routes to Shopping Heaven taking time to explore the assorted boutiques; get a Pick up a copy of York’s shopping quick manicure at Nail Bar One, enjoy lunch at guide from one of our two Visitor Information Centres. ‘Nineteen’ (Grape Lane) or visit the Biltmore Bar and Grill, a fashionable eating and drinking spot housed in an old church.

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Open seven days a week Duncombe Place, Mon – Sat 9am – 5.30pm York, YO1 7ED Sun 9am – 4pm Tel/Fax: 01904 637000 41 Stonegate, York, YO1 8AW www.redhouseyork.co.uk Tel: 01904 635888 www.theantiquescentreyork.co.uk Visit one of York’s historic houses to Located just 30 seconds walk from York discover ten showrooms Minster, this award winning Antiques Centre is of antiques from 50 housed in a listed Georgian townhouse with dealers. six showrooms on three floors. 1000’s of quality antiques and collectables in stock. “This is the city’s best Something to suit all tastes and budgets. The datelined antiques centre” place to find that special vintage gift. – open seven days. Must See Attractions.

York’s wealth of attractions could keep even the most Famous around the world, JORVIK has become an determined sightseer occupied for weeks. For those with award-winning experience that is more of an icon than a just a couple of days to spare, there is a handful of museum. Seated in time cars that move through a Viking places that really shouldn’t be missed. settlement, the museum helps the visitor recapture what life was like 1,000 years ago. None of this would have A visit to the Minster of course goes without saying. You been realised had plans for a building development not cannot take more than a few steps within the city centre been passed in the early 1970s. It was then that without spotting its majestic towers rising above the workmen discovered the remains of this Viking city rooftops. This is such an impressive building that whether preserved in layers of mud and silt – all buried under you enjoy the splendour of its exterior by walking the what was to become a multi-storey car park! perimeter or by stepping through its ancient doors into the nave, it is quite overawing. Take a walk around the The National Railway Museum houses the finest collection precinct, relish the peace and tranquillity of the gardens of trains and rolling stock to be seen anywhere. It’s easy and stop off at St William’s College for a pot of fresh tea to get lost amongst these giants of steam that once or coffee and a slice of scrumptious cake. breathed life into a world waking up to the industrial revolution. Queen Victoria’s carriage is just a short Head for the river and take a short cruise with YorkBoat. distance from Japan’s famous Bullet Train. There are This long established business has been carrying always new exhibitions to see and plenty of hands-on passengers for year upon year, showing off the city from things for younger visitors to do, press, pull and climb on. a different perspective. On chilly days, relax in one of the cosy lounges or, when it’s fine, bask in warm sunshine on Not recommended for the faint hearted, the York the open decks. There are evening cruises too and one Dungeon provides a history lesson with all the gory and of the boats is equipped for people with limited mobility. horrible bits left in. Although scary for some, it is one of the most popular attractions in the city and the Two of the finest museums in the country can be found costumed guides lend a certain amount of realism. It is in York. These aren’t fusty old halls with dull exhibits locked always entertaining to watch the door where visitors exit. away in glass cases, these are wonderful, enchanting Some step onto the pavement giggling while others places that bring the past to life and energise the mind. return to normality with a distinctly ashen pallor!

The Castle Museum, located in what was once the city’s There are of course many other attractions that visitors prison (and where highwayman Dick Turpin spent his last would consider as ‘must sees’. Certainly Clifford’s Tower, night) has hundreds of years of history laid out in room which in times gone by played a major part in defending settings, reconstructed streets and a rolling programme the city, provides a pleasant challenge to those climbing of different exhibitions. This is one of those museums that to the top. The views are spectacular and provide an makes an impression visitors seldom forget. impressive backdrop for a family photograph.

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Travel back 1,000 years to visit the Vikings of JORVIK. Explore York’s Viking history exactly where our archaeologists found the remains of the original For big trains, bigger stories and the biggest free day out, Viking-Age City of ‘Jorvik’. Journey through the reconstruction of Viking-Age you can’t beat the world’s largest railway museum. Explore streets as they would have been in the year 975AD. our three giant halls full of railway legends including Mallard the world’s fastest steam locomotive, the iconic Japanese See over 800 of the items Bullet Train, and the Chinese locomotive, one of the largest discovered on site and meet steam locomotives ever built in Britain. the famous JORVIK Vikings in our three exciting exhibitions. Take a ride on the Yorkshire Wheel* and get a great view of the City of York and surrounding countryside. NEW exhibition: With daily demonstrations, loads of interactive exhibits, a Are you a Viking? special event programme and FREE museum admission, it’s the best day out in York. Coppergate, York, YO1 9WT Tel: 01904 543402 Fax: 01904 627097 Leeman Road, York, YO26 4XJ Tel: 08448 153139 Email: [email protected] www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.nrm.org.uk Opening times: Every day 10am – 5pm (Apr to Oct), 10am – 4pm (Nov to Mar). Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec. Open Daily: 10am – 6pm. Closed 24 – 26 Dec. Charges: Adults £7.95, Children £5.50, Concessions £6.60 *Charge applies. NRM reserves the right to charge admission to special events and exhibitions.

www.visityork.org Map Ref: Map Ref: York Castle Museum EE5 York Dungeon DD5 The York Dungeon invites you to a unique feast of fun with history’s horrible bits. Live actors, shows and special effects transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough to delve into the darkest chapters of history?

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Warning: The York Dungeon is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition or young children. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Going Back in time has never been easier... New: Welcome to the award winning York Castle Museum – one of Dungeon Evening Tour Europe’s top museums, with authentic streets and a whole lot more… The Dungeon Tour will take you on a journey back in time Take a tantalising trip through time as you step into the world famous as you walk the streets on recreated street – Kirkgate. Experience the sights and sounds of Victorian which history was so Britain and meet the fascinating folk who work in the shops. Play Victorian gruesomely made. Tours run games with the toymaker, sample a sugar mouse with the sweet maker and have a good old gossip with the grocer. Going back in time has never been daily for approx one hour. Call easier – or more fun! the Dungeon for further information or visit New Exhibition - The Sixties www.thedungeons.com Opens 22nd March 2008 Reel back the years and travel back to a time when the cultural changes were massive, but the cars and skirts were mini. The brand new 1960s experience at York Castle Museum offers people the chance to get a feel for the most exciting decade in recent history, in an exciting and interactive way. 12 Clifford Street, York, Y01 9RD Tel: 01904 632599 Fax: 01904 612602 Tel: +44 (0) 1904 687687 E-mail: [email protected] www.thedungeons.com Email: [email protected] www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk Open daily except Christmas Day. From 10.30am Feb – Oct. 11am Nov – Jan. Open Daily

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The largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe is renowned worldwide as an artistic and architectural masterpiece. Built over 250 years, it offers a wealth of things to see for everyone. Relax and enjoy the sights of York whatever the weather onboard our City and Country Sightseeing Cruises . Sailing everyday from 10.30am Feb A place where history has been made, visit the Roman buildings to Nov. Alternatively join our Bishopthorpe Palace Cruise sailing on selected where Emperor Constantine lived as he began his progress to dates throughout the year complete with Captain’s live commentary, heated greatness. lounges and open sundecks. Don’t miss our evening cruises too! York’s longest established cruise operator . Evening Cruises sailing from April to October. Climb the Tower for breathtaking 360 degree views of York. Santa Cruises sailing in December – pre booking essential.

Deangate,York, YO1 7HH Tel: 01904 557216 Fax: 01904 557218 Email: [email protected] Office at: The Boatyard, Lendal Bridge, York, YO1 7DP www.yorkminster.org Tel: 01904 628324 Fax: 01904 647204 Open daily subject to services. Email: [email protected] www.yorkboat.co.uk Admission* Adults: Minster £5.50; Minster and Undercroft £7.50. Students and Seniors: Opening Times: 2nd Feb – 30th Nov from 10.30am. Minster £4.50; Minster and Undercroft £6.00. Children 16 and under free admission to the Minster. *Charges may vary. Charges: Adults £7, Seniors £6, Children £3.30

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Map Ref: The York Pass DIG – An Archaeological Adventure FF3 Your key to Benefits unlock the G Entry to 28 favourite treasures of attractions. G Discounts for restaurants, York evening entertainment and car hire.

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G Comes with a free, full colour guide book. Buy your York Pass via our website or from Visitor Information. www.yorkpass.com

For more details you can also call Visitor Information on 01904 550099. Discover the story of York’s history by digging through the layers of this authentic archaeological adventure! Visitors are invited to grab a trowel and reveal the secrets of York’s past from Roman, Viking, Medieval through to Victorian times. Become an archaeologist and handle real artefacts! Don’t worry the soil is not real so you don’t need to bring a change of clothes.

St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York, YO1 8NN Tel: 01904 543402 Fax: 01904 627097 Email: [email protected] www.digyork.co.uk Opening Times: Open every day 10am – 5pm except 24, 25, 26 December.

One pass for York’s main attractions! Charges: Adults £5.50, Children/Concessions £5.00

www.visityork.org Map Ref: Map Ref: Association of Voluntary Guides CC2 F1 Racing L3 Information Desk: De Grey Rooms. Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7HB North Yorkshire’s only indoor karting venue. Tel: 01904 640780 Excellent location, ample parking. Ideal for Discover York with a free two hour tour leaving Exhibition Square daily at corporate events, groups and individuals. 10.15am all year with additional summer tours at 2.15pm and 6.45pm. All equipment provided. Fully licensed bar. No need to book – just turn up. For group pre-booked tours, contact the Long (average 22 seconds) racetrack. information desk. Private function room. Open all year except 25-26th December & 1st January. Visit our website for more detailed information. English Heritage - Clifford’s Tower Map Ref: EE5 Pepsi Max Raceway, Monks Cross, Leisure Park, York, YO32 9JS Tel: 01904 673555 Fax: 01904 626285 CLIFFORD’S TOWER Email: [email protected] Tower Street, York, YO1 9SA Tel: 01904 646940 www.karting.uk.com Visit this proud symbol of the might of our medieval kings – and enjoy magnificent views over York. Once the central stronghold of York castle, Open all year except 25/26 Dec & 1st Jan the Tower has much more turbulent origins. It was at the heart of William the Conqueror’s fearsome campaign to wipe out northern resistance after his Charges: Practice from £12.00 Racing from £19.50 1066 invasion. For centuries after, the ‘King’s Tower’ played a key role in the control of England, surviving flood, fire and siege. Map Ref: Fairfax House EE5 Clifford’s Tower A stunning 18th century Georgian townhouse and also the home for an outstanding collection of Georgian furniture, silver, ceramics and clocks, formed by the late Noel Terry of the Terry’s chocolate fame. Ask for more details about specialist tours, illustrated talks and exhibitions. ‘The best collection of Georgian furniture I have ever seen in one space’ BBC’s Flog It Fairfax House, Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN Tel: 01904 655543 Email: [email protected] www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk Opening Times: Mid Feb to late Dec; Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sat 11am - 4.30pm. Sun 1.30pm - 4.30pm for self-guided tours. Fri for guided tours only at 11am and 2pm. Closed: 24, 25, 26 Dec. Charges: Adult £5, Concessions £4, Children under 16 free when accompanied by an adult.

NOW OPEN: York’s Cold War Bunker Monument Close, Acomb Road, York YO24 4HT Hidden Secrets Tel: 01904 646940 www.english-heritage.org.uk/yorkshire Investigate the chilling underground of Britain’s Cold War as the blastproof doors are opened… Built in the 1960s at the height of the Cold War, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall Map ref. EE4 the bunker would have acted as a nerve centre monitoring the fall-out from Visit the finest surviving medieval guild hall in explosions in the event of a nuclear attack. Now you can experience Britain. Use our audio tour to explore the great a time when Armageddon threatened… hall, undercroft and chapel. Open daily although times vary. Closed Christmas to New Year. Cold War Bunker Tel: 01904 654818

Richard III Museum Map ref. EE2 Housed in the 14th century Monk Bar, there is still a working portcullis and perhaps the world's smallest prison cell. Open 9.00am- 5.00pm (March-October) 9.30am-4.00pm (Nov-Feb). Gift Shop. Tel: 01904 634191

Micklegate Bar Museum Map ref. BB5 A family home from 1196 to 1918, the building forms the royal entrance to the city through which all visiting heads of state must pass. Helmets to try and some fun Historic Yorkshire photography. Explore more landmarks of history… all within a 90-minute drive from York. Open Summer 7 days 9am – 5pm. Winter (Nov – Feb) Experience the calm and serenity of Rievaulx Abbey; the civil-war scarred inc. weekends only. Tel: 01904 634436 remains of Helmsley Castle; the towering keep of Richmond Castle; the moody and magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey; or the faded grandeur of Brodsworth Hall & Gardens.

FOR ALL OPENING TIMES & DETAILS VISIT: Barley Hall Map ref. DD3 www.english-heritage.org.uk/yorkshire or call 0870 333 1181 2 Coffee Yard (off Stonegate) York’s finest medieval townhouse is a hands-on experience. Sit on the furniture, handle the wares Exploring York – Walking Trails and try on a costume. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4pm. November to February noon – 4pm. York has a rich and colourful history that dates back to Roman times. Tel: 01904 610275 All around are clues to its past and by walking the city’s narrow streets you can savour the architecture and unravel its many secrets.

Roman Bath Museum Map ref. DD3 Beneath the Roman Bath Pub, St Sampson’s Square. Visit one of the Roman Sixth Legion’s most intriguing buildings. Step down to Roman Street level, learn just how clean Roman soldiers were and view parts of their 1800 year old sauna and Exploring York walking trails are available from the Visitor Information Centres and other outlets. steam room. The trails are available online at www.visityork.org/explore Tel: 07871 561172

16/17 Visitor Information 01904 550099 Map Ref: Map Ref: York City Sightseeing & Guide Friday CC2 Yorkshire Air Museum L3 There is no better introduction to York than viewing it from an open top bus. The commentary will tell you about all the fascinating things there are to do and see in this ancient city. Tickets are valid for 24 hours. Take a tour to see what York has to offer, then use the bus as a taxi to get around. Hop on and off as often as you like. Stops near all the main attractions. New for 2008 - Some tours will offer a choice of languages.

Tel: 01904 65 55 85 Opening Times: Mar to Oct - Daily 9am to 5pm Email: [email protected] Nov to Feb - Daily 10am to 3pm www.yorktourbuses.co.uk No services 24, 25 & 26 Dec www.city-sightseeing.com

Map Ref: York Brewery BB5 No trip to York is complete without a visit to York’s friendly independent brewery. Guided tours include generous beer sampling. Beer is brewed using traditional methods.

‘Brewing Yorkshire Beer from yesteryear.’ Unique award-winning museum based on an authentic former WWII Bomber Command Station. Experience the tremendous atmosphere whilst admiring 12 Toft Green, Micklegate, York YO1 6JT fascinating displays, including restored Control Tower, Air Gunners Museum, Tel: 01904 621162 Fax: 01904 621216 Archives, Airborne Forces Display, Squadron Memorial Rooms and Gardens Email: [email protected] www.yorkbrew.co.uk and much more. The museum is unique in displaying authentic replicas Daily Tour Times: Monday – Sunday 12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm & 5.00pm of the pioneering Cayley Glider and Wright Flyer, along with the (Sundays from May – Sept only). Halifax Bomber and modern jets such as the Harrier GR3 and Tornado GR4. Charges: Adults £5, Senior Citizens £4.50, 14-17 years £3, Under 13s free. (Children welcome if well supervised)

Map Ref: York Model Railway Show Halifax Way, Elvington, York, YO41 4AU L3 Tel: 01904 608595 Fax: 01904 608246 York Racecourse Email: [email protected] Tel: 01653 694319 www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.yorkshow.freeserve.co.uk Opening Times: Open daily 10am – 5pm (summer), 10am – 3.30pm (winter). Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. 2008 - 10am til 5pm. 22nd, 23rd & 24th March Adults £7 (£6.50 in advance) Children £5 (£4.50 in advance) Charges: Adults: £5, Senior Citizens: £4, Children (5-15): £3. Reduced rates for groups of 8 or more on enquiry.

Map Ref: York Maze Map Ref: York Art Gallery & Yorkshire Museum CC3 & CC2 L3 York Art Gallery Get lost this summer at the NEW York Maze, the largest maize maze in the world. Tel: +44 (0) 1904 687687 Email: [email protected] Follow the clues to find the talking sculptures and www.yorkartgallery.org.uk crack the code. Plus giant tractor rides, farm animals, crazy golf, maze of illusions and lots more. Free admission, open daily New café, shop and giant children’s sand and water play feature.

Elvington Lane (B1228), York, YO19 5LT, just off the A1079 Hull Road. York Art Gallery is home to an outstanding collection of British and European Tel: 01904 415364 Art. Exhibitions for 2008 include: Passed as Present (19 Jan – 13 Apr) www.yorkmaze.co.uk brings together historic work from York's collection with contemporary pieces from the Lodeveans collection of international contemporary art. Stubbs and Opening times: Mid July – mid September Whistlejacket in Yorkshire (26 Apr – 30 Aug) sees one of the National Gallery’s most iconic images displayed in an exhibition showcasing Map Ref: Stubbs’ magnificent work and his links to Yorkshire. York Pullman Bus Company CC2

Yorkshire Museum & Take the strain out of sightseeing by taking a York Gardens Pullman City Tour. Each 45 minute tour is conducted by real guides to add Tel: +44 (0) 1904 687687 that personal touch. Email: [email protected] www.yorkshiremuseum.org.uk Tickets are valid for 24 hours and customers can hop on and off all day. Open daily

Bootham Tower, Exhibition Square, York, YO30 7EW Tel: 01904 622992 Fax: 01904 622993 Email: [email protected] www.yorkpullmanbus.co.uk Welcome to the Yorkshire Museum – a treasure house for the whole family. Please call for timetable details. Set in ten acres of beautiful botanical gardens in the heart of York, the Yorkshire Museum houses some of Britain’s greatest archaeological and Charges: Adults £7.50, Children £3.50, Concessions £6.00, Family £18.00, Adult + Child £9.50 geological treasures. Special Exhibition - Fingerprints of Time York Racecourse Map Ref: Discover the Age of Everything at this interactive exhibition L3 for the whole family. Find out how old things are and the The Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX Email: [email protected] impact that this has on our understanding of life and the Tel: 01904 620911 Fax: 01904 611071 www.yorkracecourse.co.uk world we live in. Test your knowledge, investigate the Open 15 race days May to Aug evidence and experiment with the processes which are from 11.15am til 6pm. used to find the invisible dates locked within objects. Admission charges: Adults: from £5; Children: under 16 FREE with accompanying adult.

www.visityork.org Map Ref: Evening Attractions The Ghost Hunt of York EE4 ‘The Award Winning Ghost Walk’ WINNER - CITY TOUR OF THE YEAR York Tourism Bureau 2000 “From horror to hilarity” EVERY NIGHT - 7.30pm SHAMBLES

Whatever the weather. No need to book. Enquiries. Private Bookings. Closed 24 - 31 Dec Tel: 01904 608700

Map Ref: The Original Ghost Walk of York DD5 Britain’s first premier ghost walk.

A professional artistic production without tricks or gimmicks. An evocative journey for the discerning seekers of originality.

The true source of inspiration worldwide. AD FINEM

Private groups at discount rates.

8pm nightly from Kings Arms Pub (The famous pub that floods) Ouse Bridge Tel: 01759 373090 Fax: 01759 373090 www.theoriginalghostwalkofyork.co.uk

Map Ref: YorkBoat CC3,DD5 Make the most of your evening in York onboard a relaxing 75 minute circular cruise to Bishopthorpe Palace. Relax with a mix of background music, live commentary and a drink or two from the bar. Map Ref: The Dungeon Tour Sailing every night at 9.15pm DD5 from Sat 21 Mar to 12 Clifford Street, York, Y01 9RD Sat 1 Nov 2008. Tel: 01904 632599 Fax: 01904 612602 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Office at: The Boatyard, Lendal Bridge, York, YO1 7DP www.thedungeons.com Tel: 01904 628324 Fax: 01904 647204 City walking tour. 5.30pm daily subject to demand – if you dare! Email: [email protected] Please pre book. www.yorkboat.co.uk

Grand Opera House York Map Ref: Map Ref: DD5 York Theatre Royal CC3 Clifford Street/Cumberland Street, York, YO1 9SW Guide Prices: Box Office & Ticketmaster: York Theatre Royal has been presenting 0870 606 3595 £450 pw (low) dynamic, vibrant theatre in the heart of www.GrandOperaHouseYork.org.uk Yorkshire for over 250 years and, in 2001, its programme was enhanced by the opening of an intimate new 100-seat Studio alongside the Main House.

Map Ref: For more information visit York Brewery Tour BB5 www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk 12 Toft Green, Micklegate, York, YO1 6JT Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 621162 Fax: 01904 621216 £450 pw (low) St Leonards Place, York, YO1 7HD Email: [email protected] www.yorkbrew.co.uk Box Office: 01904 623568 Daily Tour Times: Mon – Sun 5pm (Sundays from May – Sept only). Book online - www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk Charges: Adults £5, Senior Citizens £4.50, 14-17 years £3, Under 13s free. (Children welcome if well supervised) Open: Mon - Sat (except bank holidays & 25 Dec).

After dusk, admire the city’s stunning architecture bathed in dramatic lighting, unwind in one of the numerous wine bars, pubs, or bistros, catch a film, see a show, join a ghost walk or riverboat cruise.

18/19 Visitor Information 01904 550099 Surrounding Attractions Stay in York and discover the beauty of England’s largest county.

To the north east are rugged coastlines and popular of art, spend time at Duncombe Park , the superbly seaside resorts, and to the west, the splendour of two restored home of Lord and Lady Feversham or carry on national parks. to Pickering and take a nostalgic ride on the North York Moors Railway through breathtaking scenery to the Here is a place where you can ramble or cycle, take a village of Grosmont. Pass through the station where Harry dip in the sea, explore world class heritage sites, ride Potter was filmed and then on through Heartbeat steam trains and drive through glorious scenery Country. captured by authors and painters and made famous by television and cinema. In summer months, visit the gardens at Burnby Hall in Pocklington to see the country’s finest collection of Within a short drive of York, a visit to Castle Howard with water lilies, stop off at North Cliffe for a quick chukka at its magnificent gardens, arboretum, shops, garden the White Rose Polo Club or drive to Selby and discover centre and cafés makes the perfect day out. its wonderful Norman abbey.

Horticulturalists will be tempted to visit the RHS garden at A few miles to the north west, Beningbrough Hall, well Harlow Carr and from there, a pleasant drive north will known for its picturesque gardens, hosts a unique and take you to the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Fountains entertaining programme of events from themed Abbey and the celebrated gardens of Studley Royal gastronomic adventures to open air picnic concerts. with their lakes and temples. To the north at Masham, the Black Sheep Brewery reputedly produces some of For those who enjoy modern history, Eden Camp, north the county’s finest beer and to the east lies Newby Hall , of Malton creates a chillingly realistic feel of England a charming Georgian house with lovely grounds and during World War II. On the outskirts of York, children will attractions that children will find irresistible. A little further love the Farming Museum at Murton or call in to north, the market town of Thirsk is where James Herriot, York Maze (the largest in the country) and ‘lose them’ for probably the country’s best loved vet, had his practice. a few hours. Much more than just maize, there’s a range Here, at the World of James Herriot, you can see the of extreme activities to enjoy from mid July to mid beautifully recreated rooms made famous by the September. Just next door, the Yorkshire Air Museum , a television series. WWII bomber command station houses a fine collection of planes and wartime memorabilia and, throughout Travel east through the North York Moors National Park, the year, welcomes visitors from across the world who passing Byland and Rievaulx Abbeys, to the charming come to see where friends and relatives served during little town of Helmsley. Visit Nunnington Hall with its 1939 to 1945. organic gardens and excellent year round exhibitions Map Ref: Map Ref: Allerthorpe Lakeland Park M4 Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal J2 Great family fun just 20 minutes drive from Spectacular World Heritage Site set in 800 York’s ring road. Windsurfing, kayaking, acres of naturally beautiful countryside. sailing dinghies and canoeing – all available Stunning abbey ruins, Georgian Water for hire or bring your own. Courses and Garden, medieval deer park and monastic instruction available for all water-sports. mill with interactive exhibition. Events, Nine acre lake, three acre fly-fishing, Peaks activities and guided tours throughout the Tea Room and Falconry Centre. year, plus children’s play area. Self catering apartment, caravan and camping also on site. Photography by Andrew Butler Allerthorpe, Nr Pocklington, YO42 4RL Fountains Abbey Estate, Ripon, HG4 3DY Tel: 01759 301444 Tel: 01765 608888 Fax: 01765 601002 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.allerthorpelakelandpark.co.uk www.fountainsabbey.org.uk Opening Times: 9am to close, seven days a week, Opening Times: Open Daily Mar – Oct 10am – 5pm and Nov to Feb 10am – 4pm. Mar to Oct. Closed Fri Nov – Jan and 24/25 Dec. Closed all Mon - Oct to Mar. Closed 23 Dec to 31 Jan. Charges: Adults £7.90, Children £4.20, Family £20.90.

Map Ref: Newby Hall and Gardens Map Ref: Black Sheep Brewery H1 J2 Discover how our ‘award-winning Beautiful Georgian House set in 25 ales are lovingly brewed, relax and acres of award-winning gardens. enjoy a delicious meal in our ‘Bistro Children’s Adventure Garden with and Baa…r’ or browse our sheepy paddling pool, climbing frames, aerial shop for that special ‘ewe-nique’ gift. ropeway and pedalo boats make for the ideal family day out. Take a ride The ideal place for an interesting on the Miniature Railway - popular and alternative day out. with children of all ages!

Wellgarth, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4EN Ripon, HG4 5AE Tel: 01765 689227 Fax: 01765 689746 Tel: 0845 450 4068 www.blacksheepbrewery.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.newbyhall.com Opening Times: Mon – Wed 10am – 5pm, Open: 21 Mar - 28 Sept, Tues – Sun and everyday Thurs – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sun 11am – 5pm. during summer school holidays. Charges: Charge for tours only. Adults: £5.25, Children £3.25, Senior Citizens/Students: £4.25, Family: £13.95. Please contact us or visit our website for admission prices.

Map Ref: Map Ref: Castle Howard M2 North Yorkshire Moors Railway N1 Magnificent 18th-century house Experience the thrill of steam on a situated in breathtaking parkland. nostalgic journey through spectacular Enjoy stories of the house, family and countryside. Beautifully restored collections, plus the secrets of the stations, shops and refreshment gardens and architecture. Attractions rooms. Visit Heartbeat country at include exhibitions and events, boat Goathland and ride through to Whitby trips and adventure playground, plus in summertime. With special events choice of cafés and shops. and dining trains throughout the year.

Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA (15 miles north east of York, just off the A64) Pickering Station, Park Street, Pickering, YO18 7AJ Tel: 01653 648333 Fax: 01653 648529 Tel: 01751 472508 Fax: 01751 476048 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.castlehoward.co.uk www.nymr.co.uk Opening Times: House: 1 March to 2 November 2008 from 11am (last admission 4pm). House will also open for Christmas in 2008. Gardens, Shops and Cafes: Open daily all year from 10am. Shops and Open Daily: 15 Mar – 2 Nov. For details of winter opening times, Cafes closed over Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays, Gardens closed Christmas Day. please telephone or visit our website. Please visit our website for current prices and details of Christmas opening. Charges: Adults £15, Children £7.50, Concessions £13.

Map Ref: Map Ref: Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum M2 RHS Garden Harlow Carr J3 A visit to our award-winning One of Yorkshire’s most relaxing yet museum will transport you inspiring locations! Highlights back to wartime Britain. include contemporary herbaceous Experience the sights, borders, streamside, kitchen garden, woodland and wildflower sounds and even the smells meadow, Gardens Through Time, of life on both the Home themed events, extensive Front and Front Line. A great Plant Centre and Bettys Café & day out for all the family. Tea Rooms.

Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 6RT Crag Lane, Harrogate, HG3 1QB Tel: 01653 697777 Fax: 01653 698243 Tel: 01423 565418 Fax: 01423 530663 Email: [email protected] www.rhs.org.uk/harlowcarr www.edencamp.co.uk Open: 14 Jan – 23 Dec 2008. Opening Times: Open all year 9.30am – 6pm (Mar - Oct), 4pm (Nov - Feb) Opening Times: 10am – 5pm (last admission 4pm). Last entry one hour before closing. Admission charges: Adults £5, Children/Concessions £4. Admission charges: See website for current prices.

Water lilies at Burnby Hall Gardens

20/21 Map Ref: Map Ref: Selby Abbey L4 World of James Herriot K1 Founded in 1069 by Monk Benedict of Auxerre, Come and visit James Herriot’s the Abbey is one of the most notable parish churches original house as it was in the 1940s. in England. The 14th century Washington window See TV sets from ‘All Creatures takes its name from Prior John de Washington whose Great and Small’, an interactive family tree can be traced to that of George virtual farm and three rooms Washington. There is a war memorial chapel and dedicated to the history of veterinary visitor trail. medicine. All weather and completely accessible.

The Crescent, Selby, YO8 4PU 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL Tel: 01757 703123 Fax: 01757 708878 Tel: 01845 524234 Fax: 01845 525333 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.selbyabbey.org.uk www.worldofjamesherriot.org Opening Times: Open all year Easter – Oct 10am – 5pm (last admission 4pm) Open Daily 9am – 4pm. Nov – Easter 11am – 4pm (last admission 3pm). Admission is free but donations are gratefully appreciated. Charges: Adult: £5.50, Children: £3.90, Concessions: £4.30.

Just 14 miles south of York on the A19 Discover - or take the train. Formerly one of the region’s busiest trading and mining towns, the Selby of today is quite different. Wander by the river, take a Selby cycle ride or church trail. Visit the abbey, shop in the markets or explore the many surrounding villages that remain unspoilt and steeped in traditional community values.

G Stunning Norman Abbey G Traditional markets G Bowling, swimming, laser-questing G Friendly hotels, family-run guest houses, peaceful self catering farm cottages G Good transport links - road, rail and air G Transpennine Cycle Way - coast to coast - from Hull to Liverpool G Nature reserves and church trails

Email: [email protected] or call Selby Visitor Information Centre: Tel: 01757 212181

Want to escape to the country - but need help getting there? Ring York Pullman and ask about their day excursions on 01904 622992.

York Pullman Bus Company Ltd Excursions

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Akbar’s Restaurant Map Ref: CC4 6-8 George Hudson Street, York, YO1 6LP Tel: 01904 679888 www.akbars.co.uk

Direct from the Curry Capital of the World, AKBAR’s of Bradford are now in York.

Enjoying a city centre location and just five minutes walk from the railway station, Akbar’s are rapidly cultivating the same reputation in York they have already established across the north of England.

Quality food, first class service and a wide selection of drinks combine with a contemporary atmosphere to make this one of the most award-winning Asian restaurants in the country. Owner Shabir York’s eateries combine a wide choice of Hussain believes the success of his restaurants is due to the surroundings and ambience with tempting, consistently high standards his guests have come to rely on. mouth watering menus. “The Akbars experience is a hard one to beat. It’s hard to find an Indian restaurant which has all three elements: excellent service, delicious dishes and a fantastic ambience. Thoroughly recommended.” Aagrah Restaurant Map Ref: L3 “I spend many hours in and around York, but none so pleasurable York Road, Steeton, Tadcaster and happy as those I spend in Akbars. Really lovely people, Tel: 01937 530888 www.aagrah.com welcoming and friendly - THANK YOU!” Situated on the A64 near Tadcaster and “When I tasted your food, I realised how much effort has gone into part of the famous award-winning group making the dish, the subtle flavours, the fresh ingredients...Akbar’s is with ten restaurants throughout Yorkshire. really a gourmet dream come true.” Our restaurants boast the most extensive range of traditional Kashmiri dishes in the UK, served in luxurious surroundings at Awards The Good Food Guide - 'Recommending Akbars'. The only Indian affordable prices. restaurant recommended in Yorkshire. • Open daily from 6pm • Seating for over 120 with easy parking Yorkshire Evening Post - 'Restaurant of the Year' • Special Buffet Sunday and Monday evenings • Large parties catered for Daily Mail - 'Best Indian in Bradford' • Outside event catering for 20 or 2,000 • Private cookery demonstrations Telegraph and Argus - 'Restaurant of the Year' Times Magazine - 'Brilliant Restaurant' FREE bottle of House Wine* To qualify for this fantastic offer, simply present this guide when ordering. So from all at Akbar’s (York), we look forward to seeing you soon.

The Balloon Tree Farm Shop & Cafe Map Ref: M3 Stamford Bridge Road (A166), Award winning farmshop Gate Helmsley and cafe specialising in rare (One mile west of Stamford Bridge) breed meats and Tel: 01759 373023 ‘superfresh’ homegrown fruit Email: [email protected] and vegetables. ‘Superfresh’ www.theballoontree.co.uk means picked from the *Terms & Conditions: Valid during 2008. Only one complimentary bottle of fields and sold within wine per table of four. Valid on house wine only. Subject hours/minutes cutting out the to availability. Not in conjunction with any other offer. food miles. Both shop and Management reserve the right to withdraw this offer cafe offer the finest at any time. homemade food including quiches, scones, cooked hams, soups and ready meals. The cafe sweets trolley comes highly recommended offering various award winning cakes and puddings. Shop opening hours: 9am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 10am - 5pm Sun. Cafe opening hours: 9.30am - 4.30pm Mon - Sat, 10.30am - 4.30pm Sun.

22/23 Visitor Information 01904 550099 The Blackwell Ox AA Map Ref: L2 D.C.H. & The Court Café Bistro AA Map Ref: DD3

Huby Road, Sutton on Forest Dean Court Hotel, Duncombe Place Tel: 01347 810328 Tel: 01904 625082 Email: [email protected] www.dean-court-york.co.uk www.blackwelloxinn.co.uk Two of York’s most trendy and stylish eating venues, both within the Award winning country inn with six letting rooms, Dean Court Hotel – opposite York Minster. Menus are strong on local situated in a picturesque village just north of York produce and offer everything from a lite-bite to top ‘Modern English’ and ten minutes drive from the ring road. Friendly cuisine. Superb range of wines by the glass. and unpretentious with a cosy bar and open fires, the inn is popular with both locals and D.C.H. - Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menus from £13.5 0 - £32. visitors. All dishes are freshly prepared and chef The Court – Open from 9.30am – 11pm (last food orders 10pm). Steve Holding endeavours to source local meat Sundays 9.30am - 6.30pm. Dishes from £4.50 - £12.50. and produce wherever possible. According to the Good Food Guide this inn is “One to watch.” Winner of Yorkshire Life’s ‘Dining Pub of the Year’ 10% discount award for 2007/8. with this advertisement Open daily. Lunch open seven days. Dinner Mon to Sat 6pm – 9.30pm.

The Blue Bicycle Map Ref: EE4 The Blue Bicycle, 34 Fossgate, York Tel: 01904 673990 Email: [email protected] www.thebluebicycle.com

Located in the heart of historic York, the Blue Bicycle ranks with the best of contemporary offerings. This former 19th century brothel gives the opportunity to dine in one of the original booths or ‘beds’ in the cellar overlooking the River Foss. Old charm, fine food and excellent wine list all make for a wonderful dining experience. The Earl Grey Tea Rooms & Gift Shop Map Ref: EE4

13/14 The Shambles, York The Biltmore Bar and Grill Map Ref: DD3 Tel: 01904 654353

29 Swinegate, York, YO1 8AZ Sit in the oak beamed interior Tel: 01904 610075/76 or the walled garden and Email: [email protected] enjoy exotic teas and coffees, www.thebiltmorebarandgrill.com delicious cream teas, or light meals. These lovely tearooms, Fabulously converted from a former steeped in history, also have a church, this is York’s first Champagne well stocked gift shop bar and restaurant. Choose from supplying teas from around over 29 international draught and the world, unusual teapots bottled beers and 150 wine bins plus and stylish gifts. Biltmore Cocktails. Open daily from 10am. Enjoy a delicious two course set lunch grill menu Mon – Fri, The Quintessential English Tea 12noon – 3pm (£9.95) or two Room (we also serve coffee!) course set evening grill menu Mon – Fri, 5.30pm – 7pm (£14.95). Offer excludes race days, bank holidays and the month of December. The Ivy Brasserie Map Ref: CC2 Café No.8 Map Ref: CC2 The Grange Hotel, 1 Clifton, York 8 Gillygate, York, YO31 7EQ Tel: 01904 653074 www.cafe8.co.uk Tel: 01904 644744 www.grangehotel.co.uk Excellent food influenced by flavours from around the world and served in Award-winning contemporary an informal, relaxed atmosphere. restaurant serving modern British Menus change seasonally and, and European food with a strong whenever possible, we use fresh, emphasis on fresh local produce. locally sourced ingredients. Families welcome. Heated garden area. Excellent choice of main courses from £13.25, starters and desserts Open: Mon - Sat, 10am – 10pm. from £5.50. Sun, 10am – 5pm. 20% discount Mon - Thurs. 6 – 7.30pm Dinner: Mon - Sat from 6pm and (Min. two courses, must vacate Sunday lunch 12 - 2pm. table by 7.30pm). Offer valid until November 2008.

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Jaipur Spice Map Ref: off DD1 Melton's Too Map Ref: FF5

103 Haxby Road, York 25 Walmgate, York Tel: 01904 673550 Tel: 01904 629222 www.jaipur-spice.com Email: [email protected] www.meltonstoo.co.uk Close to the city centre, this fully licensed restaurant offers expertly Renowned for its use of regional prepared authentic Indian cuisine produce, Melton's Too is the informal as well as vegetarian and English way to enjoy the best of Yorkshire dishes. The luxurious décor (the Art food. Run by the same team as Nouveau stained glass is only Melton's - York's leading restaurant. rivalled by York Minster) has room This café bar and bistro is situated in for 150 diners in a comfortable, an historic 1690's building. Open all informal atmosphere. Ample car day for brunch, lunch, tapas, coffee parking available. and cakes plus real ale from the York Brewery. Open for dinner seven days.

Nineteen Map Ref: DD3 Kings Ranso m Map Ref: EE3 19 Grape Lane, York, YO1 7HU Tel: 01904 636366 12a King Street, York, YO1 1SP Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 632886 www.nineteenyork.com www.kings-ransom.co.uk Recently taken over by Phill Upton, A warm welcome, great an award winning chef, “Nineteen” is atmosphere and a superb menu of only two minutes walk from York authentic Asian cuisine awaits you Minster, offering dining in informal, at The Kings Ransom. Enjoy intimate surroundings. All food is exquisite food in small, intimate sourced locally using local suppliers surroundings at the heart of York. to create a simple British menu with Booking advisable. a modern twist. Bookings advisable.

Open seven days a week Opening times: including bank holidays, Mon – Thurs 12 noon – 3pm, 5.30pm – midnight. 6pm – 10pm Fri - Sat 12 noon – 10.30pm Sun 12 noon – 3pm, 6pm – 9pm

The Lime House The Olive Tree Map Ref: EE3 Map Ref: EE5

55 Goodramgate, York 10 Tower Street, York YO1 9SA Tel: 01904 632734 Tel: 01904 624433 Email: [email protected] www.theolivetreeyork.co.uk www.limehouserestaurant-york.co.uk Enjoy stunning views of Clifford’s Adam and Catherine Fisher have Tower at this Mediterranean created a special reputation for influenced restaurant in the heart excellence in their award-winning of York. With a genuine passion for restaurant. Outstanding food and food and wine, we use the very wine are complemented by best ingredients. A dining welcoming staff, soft candlelight and experience not to be missed! a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. A delightful culinary experience. Open seven days: 12pm – 2pm and 5.30pm – 10pm. Open Tues – Sat.

Maxis Restaurant Map Ref: L3 Oscars Wine Bar Ings Lane, Nether Poppleton & Bistro Map Ref: DD3 Tel: 01904 783898 Email: [email protected] Any two meals plus wine for *£14.99 www.maxi-s.co.uk with this advert.

This Michelin recognised restaurant Choose any two meals from our serves fine authentic Cantonese and menu and receive either two Peking cuisine within luxurious glasses of house wine, draft soft surroundings. Extensive à la carte drinks or tea or coffee for only menu, special lunch menu Monday to £14.99. Examples: Cajun Chicken, Friday 12 noon to 2pm. Disco every Chilli, Lasagne, Caesar or Greek Thursday and Friday with a choice of salads, or any of our delicious three set menus (ladies pay only £10 burgers. Dine al fresco in our all on Thursdays). Special Dim Sum menu year courtyard or relax in our from 12 noon to 6pm daily. Seating for character-filled bar/bistro. 250 customers and ample free parking. Terms and conditions apply Private functions catered for. Children *steak £2 extra, daily specials not included. welcome. Valid Sunday to Friday weekly until November 2008. Offer is for a maximum of six people. Reservations not accepted. Not valid on Open seven days a week race days, half term breaks, 10th to 28th 12 noon – 12 midnight. December or bank holiday weekends.

24/25 Visitor Information 01904 550099 Plunkets Map Ref: CC2 The Steer Inn Map Ref: M3 9 High Petergate, York Hull Road, Wilberfoss Tel: 01904 637722 Tel: 01759 380600 A Mecca for steak lovers, this spacious, Situated in the shadow of York privately run restaurant with 15 en suite Minster, Plunkets has a long rooms is situated just seven miles east of history which includes visits from York on the A1079. The Steer has built a the Rolling Stones (whose reputation for serving excellent prime signatures still adorn a wall beef that is sourced locally, hung for 21 upstairs in the cocktail bar). days and char grilled. Carnivores come A cosmopolitan menu with from miles around to sample steaks that Mexican dishes a best seller. range from a moderate 8ozs to 32ozs! Vibrant atmosphere, huge If steak is not your thing a wide choice of portions and friendly attentive meals are also available from the menu staff. including vegetarian options.

Open for dinner seven days 6 - 9.30pm. Lunches 11.45am – 2.30pm. Sunday carvery 12 – 2.30pm.

The Three Hares Map Ref: L3 Russells Restaurants Map Ref: DD3 & EE4 Main Street, Bilbrough, Nr. York 34 Stonegate, York Tel: 01904 641432 YO23 3PH 26 Coppergate, York Tel: 01904 644330 Tel: 01937 832128 Email: [email protected] www.thethreehares.co.uk www.russells-restaurants.com This charming 18th century country Traditional Carvery restaurants set in the heart of York. Famous for a pub is now home to one of the most warm welcome and high quality food, wine and service at value for inviting restaurants in the area. It’s money prices. Only the finest quality produce is used for Russells’ fare, ideally situated just six miles west of featuring home-made soup and desserts, succulent roasts as well as an York and a mile from the A64 in the excellent choice of à la carte, vegetarian and children’s meals. Special pretty and historic village of Bilbrough. diets catered for. The menus make mouth watering reading and head chef Peter Dyrdal uses only the finest quality ingredients - much of which is sourced locally. Try the goats cheese croquettes or heavenly haddock and bacon fishcakes, both of which are served as a starter or main course.

Open daily for lunch, early bites and dinner.

Wetherby Whaler Map Ref: L3 Ings Lane, Nether Poppleton Tel: 01904 784500 www.wetherbywhaler.co.uk Purpose built restaurant and take-away serving traditional Yorkshire fish and chips freshly cooked to order and served with a smile in pleasant surroundings. Situated at the Sangthai Map Ref: L4 York Business Park close to all major roads on the outskirts of Church Cottage, Escrick York. Seating for 140. Separate Tel: 01904 728462 room for private parties of up Email: [email protected] to 60. Children’s and senior www.sangthai.co.uk citizens’ menus available. Situated on the A19 between York and Selby, three miles from the Designer Outlet.

Warm and friendly staff provide a typically Thai welcome to visitors at this popular restaurant that specialises in truly authentic Thai cuisine. Delicious food can be enjoyed inside the beautiful country cottage or outside in lush tropical gardens. Visit our website for pictures, menus and reviews.

Open from 6pm every evening except Mondays. Friday and Sunday Lunch 12 - 2.30pm.

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Friendly, efficient staff are on hand to help you get the best out of your visit to this lovely city and the surrounding area. Let us help with:

• Accommodation bookings • The York Pass • Tickets for tours, river cruises, attractions and theatres • AirCoach tickets for direct travel to and from Leeds Bradford Airport ‘We’re more than • National Express tickets just maps’ • Event promotion • Quality gifts, souvenirs, guide books, maps and postcards • Practical travel accessories Call: 01904 550099 Booking your accommodation through our Visitor Information Centres can be done by telephone, in person or by visiting www.visityork.org. Our computerised search and book system enables us to quickly find the accommodation you require. With our local knowledge and access to over 200 accommodation providers, we can save you time and effort. There is a small charge of just £4 for this service and we accept all major debit and credit cards.

Hotels G Guest Accommodation G Self Catering G Hostels G Camping and Caravanning

A £91 and over B £66 - £90 C £41 - £65 D £31 - £40 E £30 or less Per person per night Per person per night Per person per night Per person per night Per person per night

Price Banding - Applies to serviced accommodation only We try to ensure that each entry for accommodation in this These price bands, where applicable, are based on the price brochure is as accurate and easy to understand as possible per person sharing a twin/double room for one night and, in and, for this reason, have kept the symbols to a minimum. We most cases, with English breakfast. Service charges and VAT recommend however that whether booking via the Visitor are also included unless otherwise stated. Information Centre or direct with the establishment, you check your own requirements carefully. Single Occupancy: Please note that most establishments charge a supplement for single occupancy. We advise you to check before confirming your booking. One Night Stays: A number of accommodation providers do not accept one night bookings at weekends. For more details, please contact the Visitor Information Centre on 01904 550099.

Should you need to cancel your booking, there may be a cancellation charge. This will vary according to the See page 27 accommodation provider and needs to be confirmed with them. Cancellation and holiday insurance cover is widely Walking Distances available to protect you from such eventualities. Many accommodation providers give approximate distances to the city centre . As everyone walks at a different pace, these Staying Out of Town? can be mis-interpreted and we suggest you look at the This symbol indicates how far from York city centre the distance circles on the map (see page 63) and if in doubt, accommodation provider is situated. contact the Visitor Information Centre.

Smoking is not permitted in any enclosed space. Visitor Information Centres, De Grey Rooms, This includes hotels, guest accommodation, Exhibition Square (map ref. CC3) and restaurants, cafes, public houses and enclosed York Railway Station (map ref. AA4) visitor attractions. Tel: 01904 550099 email: [email protected] www.visityork.org

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The accommodation featured in this guide has been quality assessed by VisitBritain or the AA. An advertiser not showing a rating has either recently applied and is awaiting assessment or, in the case of some larger hotel companies, chosen to operate their own internal inspection policy. Please be aware that ratings may change throughout the year. To confirm a rating, contact York Visitor Information Centre on 01904 550099.

To ensure that choosing a hotel or guest accommodation is kept as simple as possible, all the accommodation featured in this guide has been divided into five categories:

Hotels G Guest Accommodation G Hostels G Self Catering G Camping and Holiday Parks Hotels accommodation provider is also designated a category, e.g. Hotels must have a minimum of six rooms, a licence, offer Hotel, Inn, Guest House, Hostel etc. and this information will dinner at least five nights a week (unless designated a Metro appear in their advertisement and on the plaque either outside Hotel) and have all rooms en suite or with private bathrooms. or inside the property. Only hotels are allowed to use the term They must also operate a high staff to guest ratio thereby ‘Hotel’ and Guest Accommodation providers who, in the past making service very attentive. The different hotel categories have used the name ‘Hotel’ in their title, website etc. are being are: Hotel, Small Hotel, Country House Hotel, Metro Hotel asked to remove the wording. If you are looking for a three star Town House Hotel and Budget Hotel. Hotel, do ensure you choose from the ‘Hotel’ section of the guide as opposed to choosing a three star guest house. Guest Accommodation This includes the following: Guest Accommodation, Bed and Ratings made easy Breakfasts, Guest Houses, Inns, Farmhouses and Restaurants with rooms. These establishments tend to be personally run by # Simple, practical, no frills the owners and there is very little difference between a ## Well presented and well run designated Guest House and Guest Accommodation. ### Good level of quality and comfort #### Excellent standard throughout NB: Some of the accommodation categories listed above do ##### Exceptional with a degree of luxury not apply to this guide, e.g. to date, there are no budget hotels listed. The Inspection Process Both VisitBritain and the AA assess hotels and guest Self-catering accommodation to the same criteria. The star ratings reflect For self-catering accommodation, the layout and design of the the overall quality of the experience to the same criteria. accommodation and the range and quality of the kitchen Professional assessors visit properties every year, carrying out a equipment is assessed, as well as the quality and comfort of routine day visit or an overnight stay in the case of serviced the bedrooms and bathrooms, and most importantly, the accommodation. On these occasions, they book in as a cleanliness. Higher star-rated accommodation tends to have normal guest and test all the facilities and services. A quality more spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. score is awarded for every aspect of the experience including the comfort of the bed, the quality of the food and, most Hostels importantly, the cleanliness. They also score the warmth of Hostels provide safe, budget-priced accommodation for young welcome. people, families and larger groups, and are star-rated. Higher rated accommodation often provides en suite rooms. Awards – Gold, Silver and Red or Yellow Stars Places that 'go the extra mile' will, in the case of VisitBritain, be Holiday, Touring, and Camping Parks awarded a Gold or Silver award and in the case of the AA, be VisitBritain’s star ratings reflect the overall quality of the park from entitled to display red stars for a hotel or yellow for guest one to five stars - five stars being reserved for parks of accommodation. exceptional quality. The AA provides a similar inspection scheme for which it awards pennants. Rosettes The AA’s rosette scheme is an award, not a classification. Star Ratings It is designed to assess the quality of food served and is One to five stars are awarded to all types of accommodation, awarded annually on a rising scale of one to five. both serviced and self catering. As well as the star rating, each

National Accessible Scheme There are a number of accommodation providers who, For wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. although not eligible to display a NAS symbol, are still able Level 1 (M1) Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to to offer suitable and very comfortable accommodation climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to for people with limited mobility. For further details contact aid balance. York’s Visitor Information Centre: 01904 550099.

Level 2 (M2) Typically suitable for a person with restricted walking Complaints ability and for those that may need to use a wheelchair some of the If you have any issues that have not been resolved by the time and can negotiate a maximum of three steps. proprietor/manager and which you would like to bring to Level 3 (M3-I) Independent - Typically suitable for a person who the attention of the inspecting authority, please address depends on the use of a wheelchair and transfers unaided to and your correspondence to the relevant organisation: from the wheelchair in a seated position. This person may be an independent traveller. For VisitBritain ratings: For AA ratings: Quality in Tourism The AA Level 3 (M3-A) Assisted - Typically suitable for a person who depends Farncombe House, 15th Floor Fanum House on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position. This person also Broadway, Basing View requires personal / mechanical assistance (e.g. carer, hoist). Worcestershire Basingstoke Access Exceptional – Attained by providing for all levels of mobility WR12 7LJ RG21 4EA impairment listed above with reference to the British Standards BS 8300:2001. This is awarded to establishments that fulfil all the More detailed information about the requirements of each requirements of M1, M2, M3 (A or I) and some additional Best Practice star rating is available from Quality in Tourism criteria. www.qualityintourism.com or the AA www.theaa.com .

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Victorian Manor House set in 120 acres of beautiful Yorkshire countryside with the River Ure meandering through the grounds yet within easy reach of historic York and Harrogate. The hotel has 55 well-equipped bedrooms including four poster rooms. Enjoy the finest of foods in the two AA rosette awarded restaurant which is complemented with friendly and professional service. The hotel has a large purpose-built leisure centre and spa with luxurious facilities including a heated indoor pool, gym, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi as well as seven treatment rooms. Aldwark Manor also boasts a challenging 18 hole golf course. Visit our website for details of special rates. Aldwark, near Alne, York, YO61 1UF Tel: 01347 838146 Fax: 01347 838867 Email: [email protected] www.qhotels.co.uk Free private parking Total rooms: 55 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 5

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Hotel Map Ref: Hotel Map Ref: Alhambra Court Hotel C3 Best Western Monkbar Hotel ### D3 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g h t C £ P e 4 r 1 We are situated in one of the most popular locations, a friendly family run The Best Western Monkbar Hotel is at the very heart of York, overlooking the p e - hotel in a quiet cul-de-sac, five minutes walk from the city centre. We offer 24 r city walls and York Minster. From here guests can explore the very best that s o £

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provides the perfect place to explore York and 6 North Yorkshire. Refurbished to the highest of standards, the independently owned Bridge Hotel is renowned throughout the area for first class Yorkshire hospitality making your stay most memorable. Complimentary transport to local train station with regular link to York city centre. We offer a warm welcome, comfortable en suite rooms, a relaxing lounge, Wetherby, York, North Yorkshire, LS22 5HS cosy bar, spacious restaurant, hearty English breakfasts, fine evening dining Tel: 01937 580115 Fax: 01937 580556 and pleasant friendly service. Ideally located within 20 minutes walk from the historic city centre. No smoking throughout. Email: [email protected] www.bridgewetherby.co.uk “Excellent as always – room, bed, food, staff – fantastic! Free parking S2 Will recommend and return!” Total rooms: 30 Ground floor rooms: 13 Single: 1 Family: 3 Three day dinner inclusive mid-week breaks from £40 per person, per night.

Stay Longer this winter 180 Stockton Lane, York, YO31 1ES Tel/Fax: 01904 422786 3 nights for the price Email: [email protected] of 2 in Europe’s www.blakeneyhotel-york.co.uk Tourism City of the Year* Free private car park *see page 38 Total rooms: 17 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 3 Family: 6

www.visityork.org CITY CENTRE ACCOMMODATION? STAY WITHIN FIVE MINUTES WALK OF THE CENTRE OF YORK

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York’s York’s York’s MINSTER BLUE BRIDGE ST DENYS HOTEL HOTEL G Recently refurbished 3 star hotel G High standard 2 star hotel G Charming 3 diamond bed and breakfast G Fine dining restaurant and bar G Picturesque river walk to the city centre G Pleasant residents’ bar G Attractive roof terrace G Quality restaurant and cellar bar G Newly refurbished four poster rooms G Modern purpose built conference G Excellent short break and special event G Former rectory for the adjacent facilities packages St Denys Church

60 Bootham · York · YO30 7BZ Fishergate · York · YO10 4AP St Denys Road · York · YO1 9QD Tel: 01904 621267 Tel: 01904 621193 Tel: 01904 622207 Fax: 01904 654719 Fax: 01904 671571 Fax: 01904 624800 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.yorkminsterhotel.co.uk www.BlueBridgeHotel.co.uk www.StDenysHotel.co.uk After the hustle and bustle... rest and relax GATEWAY G 3 miles from the ring road, 10 minutes drive to the city centre TO YORK G Award winning restaurant and HOTEL newly refurbished bar Tel: 01759 388223 G Set in 8 acres, situated on the River Email: [email protected] Derwent, with ample parking www.hotelsinyorkcentre.co.uk For the Key to all symbols see page 26 Accommodation - Hotels

Hotel Map Ref: The Churchill C3

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situation and magnificent backdrop make it the perfect venue for celebrating 6 your special occasion and is a popular choice for weddings, Christmas parties and corporate events. The property which has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment has state of the art facilities which complement the stately Standing in the shadow of the Minster, the finest location in the city! building without compromising on style. A first class hotel from which to explore York. Everything is within walking distance. Inside, stunning contemporary design, with the emphasis on Tollerton Road, Huby, York, YO61 1JB elegance and comfort. Rooms beautifully and individually styled in various Tel: 01347 825400 Fax: 01347 825536 contemporary themes and equipped with flat screen TVs with 30 ftv Email: [email protected] channels. Wi-Fi is free of charge. www.burn-hall.co.uk D.C.H. the two Rosette Restaurant, and THE COURT Café Bistro & Bar offer Free parking some of the finest food and service in the city, local produce predominant in Total rooms: 95 Ground floor rooms: 30 Single: 0 Family: 15 all menus. The hotel is non-smoking. Public areas are air-conditioned.

Stay Longer this winter Duncombe Place, York, YO1 7EF AA Romantic Tel: 01904 625082 Fax: 01904 620305 Hotel of the Year 3 nights for the price Email: [email protected] of 2 in Europe’s www.deancourt-york.co.uk Tourism City of the Year* Private secure car park costing £8 per day and a free valet service *see page 38 Total rooms: 37 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 3 Family: 4

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P area, offering guests a warm welcome. Bedrooms are en suite and non-smoking offering exceptional value for money. All the rooms are £ furnished to a high standard and are refurbished regularly. The hotel boasts a superb leisure club with pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, gym

C and sun shower - all of which are free to residents (excluding the sun shower). Accompanied children are welcomed but at set times twice daily. Real food, real ale and real staff complement the fine cuisine of the Stables Restaurant offering a wide selection of menu and choice. t h Stables Bar serves bar meals every day with last orders at 9.30pm. Beautiful function suites cater for weddings, dinner dances, seminars and g i n

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This chic Regency townhouse in the heart of the city is well established as one of York’s finest hotels. Just a short walk from the Minster, city centre shops and attractions, this award-winning hotel offers the traveller somewhere special to stay with luxurious accommodation, first class service and free private car park. Deep comfy sofas, fresh flowers and blazing fires in the winter months also help create the perfect ambience to relax and unwind. The stylish, modern décor of the AA two rosette Ivy Brasserie, the hotel’s main restaurant, reflects the sophisticated feel of The Grange and you will enjoy the unpretentious and relaxed approach to top quality dining. Lunch, drinks and snacks are also available in the Cellar Bar which opens from 11am to 11pm most days. Yorkshire Tourist Board Hotel of the Year 2005 and finalist 2006 and 2007. DINNER INCLUSIVE BREAKS - CHRISTMAS / NEW YEAR PACKAGE - SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR SPECIAL OFFERS 1 Clifton, York, YO30 6AA Tel: 01904 644744 Fax: 01904 612453 AA “Top 200” Hotel Email: [email protected] www.grangehotel.co.uk Free private parking Total rooms: 30 Ground floor rooms: 6 Single: 3 Family: 1

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Hazlewood Castle Hotel Country House Hotel Map Ref: Map Ref: K4 Hilton York D5 Nestled in 77 acres of tranquil parkland, this elegant castle offers 21 individually designed bedrooms, an award-winning restaurant, a wine shop & deli. A £ Located just 20 minutes drive P e 9 r 1 from the cities of Leeds and York, p e a Hazlewood Castle makes for a r s o n

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rooms now with wide flat screen digital TVs. Off street car parking. Wi-fi Limited private parking with charge h internet access. DVD players and film library available. Six person outdoor t Jacuzzi. Lounge bar and resident’s restaurant. Groups and solo travellers all Total rooms: 130 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 29 E welcome. Conference / meeting rooms. Self-catering apartments next door to

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close to city centre points of interest. e p a g e 124 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4BB The Holiday Inn York is conveniently located off the A64 and directly 2

Tel: 01904 653786 Fax: 01904 643223 adjacent to York Racecourse. With ample free car parking and less than two 6 miles from the city centre the hotel is an ideal base for tourists and business Email: [email protected] travellers alike. www.holgatehill-hotel.co.uk Free private parking All bedrooms are air-conditioned with en suite facilities and executive rooms include additional luxuries to enhance your stay. The restaurant and bar offer a Total rooms: 32 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 8 Family: 1 great choice of refreshments to help you relax.

Hotel 53 Map Ref: D4 Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1QF Centrally located within the city walls, Tel: 0870 400 9085 Fax: 01904 702804 with York’s famous attractions and fantastic Email: [email protected] shopping area on its doorstep, this ultra www.holidayinn.co.uk modern, six storey hotel is both comfortable and chic. All 100 en suite bedrooms are Extensive free private parking S6 stylishly decorated and well equipped. The hotel restaurant offers a varied and Total rooms: 142 Ground floor rooms: 14 Single: 0 Family: 44 sophisticated menu at highly competitive prices. 53 Piccadilly, York, Y01 9PL Stay Longer this winter Tel: 01904 559000 Fax: 08454 680687 Email: [email protected] 3 nights for the price www.qualityhotelyork.com of 2 in Europe’s Public car park close by. Charges apply. Tourism City of the Year* Total rooms: 100 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 20 *see page 38

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Map Ref: Hotel du Vin B5 t h g i n s r s e p e l n r o s r o e p 0 r 3 e P £ E t h g i n r e 0 p 4 n £ o s r - e p 1 r 3 e P £

D Stylish, Grade II listed building located in a leafy and tranquil setting on the ancient south western approach

t to York from Tadcaster. Situated near to both the city walls and racecourse, Hotel du Vin is ideally located h g i

n to explore York’s many attractions. The hotel has 44 individually designed bedrooms, each with en suite r e 5 bathrooms. Signature features include free-standing baths, walk-in showers, Egyptian cotton linen and CD p 6 n

£ and DVD players. The cosy bar area with different nooks and hideaways, has an extensive drink and wine o s r - list with our in-house sommeliers on hand to offer advice. e p 1 r 4 e P £ In the Bistro the a la carte menu offers classic dishes with a twist, all supporting our philosophy of using the finest and freshest local produce, cooked simply, priced sensibly. C Al fresco dining is a more informal option in the Courtyard which is partially covered.

t For exclusive lunches and dinners the two private dining rooms are perfect for a special occasion. h g i n r e 0 p 9 n £ o

s 89 The Mount, York, YO24 1AX r - e p 6 Tel: 01904 557350 r 6 e P £ Email: [email protected] www.hotelduvin.com

B Free parking, limited spaces Total rooms: 44 Ground floor rooms: 14 Single: 0 Family: 0 t r h g e i v n

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p The Jorvik Hotel Knavesmire Manor d C3 A7 n n o s r a e p 1 r 9 e P £ A

This charming, independently owned Georgian manor overlooks York’s famous racecourse and is within easy access of the A64. The hotel has an excellent reputation for food and the caring, friendly staff are able to cater for different diets. Relax in our tropical indoor pool and sauna. Children of all ages are welcome. Please call for a free brochure about our bargain breaks.

The new owners of this ideally situated boutique hotel are committed to 302 Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1HE providing guests with exceptionally high standards of comfort and service Tel: 01904 702941 Fax: 01904 709274 following a recent full refurbishment. All rooms have spa baths, mini bars, flat Email: [email protected] screen televisions and DVDs as well as hospitality trays and Pret-a-Porter www.knavesmiremanorhotel.co.uk garment refreshers. The restaurant is open daily for lunch, afternoon tea and Free private car park dinner as well as full English breakfast. The hotel enjoys views overlooking the city walls and St Mary’s Abbey and Total rooms: 20 Ground floor rooms: 10 Single: 0 Family: 2 guests can take the five to ten minute stroll into the city either via Bootham Bar and the Minster or along the riverside path. Townhouse Hotel Map Ref: Marmadukes C2 50-52 Marygate, York, YO30 7BH St Peter's Grove, Bootham, York, YO30 6AQ Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 653511 Fax: 01904 627009 Tel: 0870 243 0765 Fax: 0870 066 0159 www.marmadukesworld.com Email: [email protected] Limited free on-site parking No children www.jorvikhotel.co.uk Total rooms: 20 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 2 Family: 0 under 12 Limited free private parking Total rooms: 22 Ground floor rooms: 8 Single: 0 Family: 1

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Hotel Map Ref: Best Western Kilima Hotel A5 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g h t C £

Elegant 19th Century rectory combining 21st Century leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool, Turkish P e 4 r

steam room and fitness suite. 1 p e - r s o £ The Kilima is within walking distance to York City Centre and its attractions. All rooms are en suite with four n 6 p 5 poster beds and suites available. Also conference facilities are available for 14 delegates with restaurant and bar. e r n i

The hotel is non-smoking. g h t Children under the age of 16 must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times in the pool hall. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted a room of their own. D £ P e 3 r 1 p e - 129 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4AZ r s o £ n

Tel: 01904 625787 Fax: 01904 612083 4 p 0 e

Email: [email protected] www.kilima.co.uk r n i g h

Large free private car park t Total rooms: 26 Ground floor rooms: 9 Single: 2 Family: 2 E

Hotel Map Ref: Hotel Map Ref: £ P e Lady Anne Middleton’s Middlethorpe Hall & Spa 3 r 0 D5 C9 p e o r s o r n l e p e s r s n i g h t F o r e x p l a n a t i o n s e e p a g e 2 6

This magnificent example of a William and Mary country house stands amid 20 acres of carefully tended gardens adjacent to York Race Course. Lady Anne Middleton’s is a unique hotel. It comprises a collection of historic The guest rooms, many with private sitting rooms, are stylishly furnished buildings dating from 1659, set around a secluded courtyard with English and located in both the main house and classical courtyard. Gardens. Located on Skeldergate, within York’s historic city walls, the hotel is close to all the main attractions and only a ten minute walk from the railway Oak paneling and views overlooking the grounds help to create the perfect station. ambience in which to enjoy Middlethorpe’s award-winning food. Head chef Nicholas Evans creates imaginative dishes with many of the ingredients Adjoining the hotel is Emperors Health and Fitness sourced locally. Centre with a counter-current pool and fully equipped gymnasium facility, free to hotel guests. A superb health spa boasts a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa pool Fully non-smoking. Free Wi-Fi hotspot. and gym, plus luxurious treatments by Decléor and E’SPA.

Winner of the York Tourism Bureau’s Hotel of the Year 2006 award.

Skeldergate House, Skeldergate, York, YO1 6DS Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 2GB Received the Yorkshire in Tel: 01904 611570 Fax: 01904 613043 Tel: 01904 641241 Fax: 01904 620176 Bloom Silver Award 2006 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.ladyannes.co.uk www.middlethorpe.com No children Free private parking with permit Free secure overnight parking under 6

Total rooms: 54 Ground floor rooms: 14 Single: 3 Family: 10 Total rooms: 29 Ground floor rooms: 10 Single: 1 Family: 2

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Hotel Map Ref: Best Western Milford Hotel K4 t h g i n s r s e p e l n r o s r o e p 0 r 3 e P £ E t h g i n r e 0 p 4 n £ o s r - e p 1 r 3 e P £ D t h g i n r e 5 p 6 n £

o • Situated on the A63, this stylish hotel is ideally located to visit York s r -

e and surrounding area. p 1 r 4 e P £ • Enjoy award winning food and hospitality in the Watermill Restaurant.

C • Relax in your recently refurbished and fully air-conditioned modern bedroom. t h g i

n • Luxury bathrooms introduced 2007. r e 0 p 9 n £ o

s Great North Road, Peckfield, L EEDS , LS25 5LQ r - e p 6 Tel: 01977 681800 Fax: 01977 681245 r 6 e P £ Email: [email protected] www.mlh.co.uk S14

B Free private parking Total rooms: 44 Ground floor rooms: 14 Single: 0 Family: 10 t r h g e i v n

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e Enjoying a central location p 1

r on the banks of the River 9 e P £ Foss and adjacent to the city’s historic walls. A All main attractions including the JORVIK Centre and Minster, as well as shops and railway station are close to hand.

The hotel has 124 well appointed en suite bedrooms including 22 newly designed ‘Novation’ rooms, an indoor heated swimming pool and outside terrace designed for relaxation. Our bar and restaurant offer a wide range of delicious food.

Easy access to A64 and motorway network.

Charming William IV building. En suite rooms all individually furnished with antiques. Mature English gardens and open air swimming pool (open from May to September.) Sauna, steam room, hot tub and beauty therapist.

‘One19 Restaurant’ offering the best in modern English / Mediterranean cuisine. Easy walking distance to city centre. Free private parking.

117-119 The Mount, York, YO24 1GU Fishergate, York, YO10 4FD Tel: 01904 628856 Fax: 01904 611171 Tel: 01904 611660 Fax: 01904 610925 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.mountroyale.co.uk www.novotel.com S4 Free private parking Ample free parking

Total rooms: 24 Ground floor rooms: 6 Single: 0 Family: 2 Total rooms: 124 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 124

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Hotel Map Ref: Park Inn York C4 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g h The Park Inn York commands a unique position on the banks of the River Ouse. t

The hotel’s central location makes it the ideal base from which to enjoy the many sights, C sounds, shops and award winning attractions, many of which are just a short walk away. £ P e

All 200 of our bedrooms offer comfortable en suite accommodation with tea and coffee 4 r 1 p

making facilities - with many having spectacular views of the river and York Minster. e - r s o £ A variety of refreshments are available throughout the day. Breakfast and dinner are served in n 6 p 5 the Courtyard Restaurant and a delicious selection of hot and cold snacks are available in our e r n i

Regatta Lounge Bar - a wonderful place in which to relax and soak up the riverside g h

atmosphere. t

Guests can enjoy full and unlimited use of our Innaction Health Club which features a fully D equipped gymnasium, sauna and steam room together with beauty treatments that are £ P

available by prior arrangement. e 3 r 1 p e - r

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S34 h Private parking with charge t Total rooms: 200 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 13 Family: 8 E £

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Ibis York Centre B5 e x Recently fully refurbished, this original Georgian p l townhouse is just a few minutes walk from the City a n

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Family rooms available for children sharing up to the e age of 11. Ideal for exploring the surrounding e attractions. p a g

77 The Mount, York, YO24 1BN e Tel: 01904 658301 2 6 Fax: 01904 621224 Email: [email protected] www.ibishotel.com Limited resident parking for time of stay The Queen's Hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of York, on the banks of Total rooms: 91 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 0 Family: 16 the River Ouse. The Newington Hotel Map Ref: The Hotel has 78 bedrooms including twin, king-size double, family and B6 accessible rooms, all offering en suite bathrooms with bath and shower, Situated close to the racecourse and colour television, hairdryer, telephone and free WI-FI access. within a pleasant 15 minute walk of the city walls, this well appointed, family run The Royal Brasserie is open daily for breakfast and dinner. hotel is the perfect base for your visit to York. All rooms are well equipped with en The Queen's Hotel welcomes coach groups and families. suite facilities. After a day’s sightseeing, relax in the bar or take a dip in our heated River view rooms must be pre-booked and carry a nightly supplement. indoor pool.

147 Mount Vale, York, YO24 1DJ Queen’s Staith Road, Skeldergate, York, YO1 6DH Tel: 0800 616192 Fax: 01904 679937 Tel: 01904 611321 Fax: 01904 611388 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] S www.thenewington.co.uk www.queenshotel-york.com Free private parking Limited private parking with charge, phone to reserve

Total rooms: 44 Ground floor rooms: 11 Single: 6 Family: 6 Total rooms: 78 Ground floor rooms: 10 Single: 0 Family: 23

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Map Ref: Country House Hotel Map Ref: Ramada Encore C4 Parsonage Country House Hotel L4 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JG Guide Prices: ‘A classic style with a modern twist’ Tel: 0870 4430029 Fax: 0870 4430031 £450 pw (low) Set in over six acres of gardens and only a Email: [email protected] S7 short drive from York city centre, this privately www.ramadaencoreyork.co.uk owned hotel boasts 50 beautifully decorated

t NCP car park nearby en suite bedrooms, including four poster and h g

i superior rooms. Dine in style in our award n

s Total rooms: 104 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 53 r winning Lascelles restaurant which specialises s e p e in using home grown and locally sourced l n r Country House Hotel Map Ref: produce. o s r o Ramada Fairfield Manor

e L3 p 0 Main Street, Escrick, York, YO19 6LF r 3 e Tel: 01904 728111 Fax: 01904 728151 P £ Email: [email protected]

E www.parsonagehotel.co.uk

Free private parking S8 t h g i Total rooms: 50 Ground floor rooms: 9 Single: 0 Family: 5 n r e 0 p

4 Small Hotel Map Ref: n £

o Worsley Arms Hotel s r - L1 e p 1 High Street, Hovingham, York, YO62 4LA r 3 e Tel: 01653 628234 Fax: 01653 628130 P £ Email: [email protected] www.worsleyarms.co.uk D Private parking t

h Total rooms: 20 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 0 Family: 1 g i n r e 5 p 6 n £ o s r - Stay Longer this winter e p 1 r

4 3 nights for the price of 2 in Europe’s e P £ Tourism City of the Year* Situated in six acres of private grounds, this elegant four star country hotel has C ample free car parking and is only a short distance to the Park and Ride. An Europe’s Favourite City

t ideal base from which to explore York and its surrounding attractions whilst h

g relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. i n

r Book now e 0 p 9 Shipton Road, Skelton, York, YO30 1XW n £

o • From £55 per person for three nights B&B

s Tel: 0844 815 9038 Fax: 01904 670311 r -

e • Visit 28 top attractions with a 3 day York Pass for the price of a 2 day pass p 6 Email: [email protected] r 6

e www.ramadajarvis.co.uk P £ Free private parking 01 904 550088 or visit www.visityork.org/stay *Valid from 29th October 2007 – 31st March 2008 or ask about our winter 2008-09 offers. Available at B Total rooms: 89 Ground floor rooms: 24 Single: 4 Family: 20 selected hotels and guest accommodation. t r h g e i v n

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n Royal York Hotel & Events Centre C4 n o s r a e p 1 r 9

e This magnificent Grade II listed Victorian hotel features P £ 167 luxurious bedrooms. Our “Club Rooms” boast fantastic views of York Minster and the hotel’s three A acres of landscaped gardens. A leisurely four minute stroll takes you from the hotel to the beautiful city centre where there is somewhere for everyone to visit. Attractions include the Minster, Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway Museum, York Dungeon, the Yorkshire and Castle Museums, art galleries and river trips.

Having now completed the £7million refurbishment, all bedrooms, meeting rooms, corridors and public areas have undergone a major transformation, integrating a modern conceptual style within the existing Victorian architecture.

Our contemporary Tempus Bar is open all day, offering a wide selection of drinks and snacks and provides the perfect setting for guests to relax and enjoy a pre-dinner drink before dining in the newly refurbished Tempus Restaurant.

All residents have access to the hotel’s fully equipped leisure club, including swimming pool.

The hotel is located adjacent to York railway station, offering regular train links to key cities including London and Edinburgh. Motorway links (A1/M1/M62) are easily accessible from the hotel and Leeds/Bradford Airport is just 25 miles to the west.

Station Road, York, YO24 1AA Tel: 01904 653681 Fax: 01904 623503 Email: [email protected] www.principal-hotels.com Private parking available with a daily charge Total rooms: 167 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 6 Family: 8

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Hotel Map Ref: Wheatlands Lodge Hotel B6 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n

Wheatlands Lodge Hotel, established over 25 years ago, is one of the largest family run hotels in York offering a relaxing atmosphere with i g h

traditional Yorkshire hospitality. The hotel is ideally situated close to the railway station and city centre with its many attractions. The hotel has t 60 central heated, individually furnished rooms, offering both comfort and affordability. All rooms have en suite facilities, complimentary tea/coffee facilities, colour TV, hairdryer and shaving points. A number of bedrooms are at ground floor level. There are two large comfortable C residents’ lounges with colour TV on the ground floor, ideal for relaxation after a busy day sight seeing or shopping. The hotel also boasts a £ P e 4

spacious bar lounge where residents can relax with a drink before or after their evening meal. Full English breakfasts and evening meals are r 1 p

served in the traditionally decorated and spacious dining room. Wheatlands welcomes children and reduced terms are offered when sharing a e - r s o £

room with two adults. Telephone or send for a brochure. n 6 p 5 e r

Special Breaks - January, February, November and December: £40.00 per person per night n i g h

March to October (inclusive): £44.00 per person per night t - to include bed, breakfast and evening meal. Minimum two nights stay – single supplements apply – excludes Christmas & New Year D

‘3 nights for the price of 2’ Sunday to Thursday during the winter months! £ P e 3 r 1 p

75-85 Scarcroft Road, York, YO24 1DB e - r s o £

Tel: 01904 654318 Fax: 01904 654318 n 4 p 0 Email: [email protected] www.wheatlandslodge.co.uk e r n i Free private car park g h t Total rooms: 60 Ground floor rooms: 12 Single: 8 Family: 2 E £ Hotel Map Ref: P e 3 r 0 York Marriott p

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Standing in landscaped grounds overlooking York racecourse and the Knavesmire parkland, the four star York Marriott hotel has, for many years, been a favourite destination for leisure guests. The hotel is situated on the south side of York with easy access from the A1(M) and offers 160 free car parking spaces for guests. Just 25 minutes walk from the city’s shops and visitor attractions, York Marriott has an extensive range of facilities.

Following a £2.5 million development programme in 2007, the hotel now features 151 fully refurbished bedrooms, many of which overlook the gardens or racecourse. All rooms benefit from air–cooling, mini bars plus in-room safes. Ridings Restaurant, which enjoys views overlooking the gardens, serves modern European cuisine while Cooks Bar is open all day for snacks and brasserie style food. Guests have full use of the hotel’s leisure facilities which include indoor heated swimming pool, steam room, sauna, spa bath, gymnasium, all weather surface tennis court and putting green.

Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1QQ Tel: 01904 701000 Fax: 01904 778237 Email: [email protected] www.yorkmarriott.co.uk Free parking S20 Total rooms: 151 Ground floor rooms: 27 Single: 0 Family: 31

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e Accommodation p e l n r o s r o For visitors to York who prefer not to stay in a hotel but in smaller, often e p 0

r family run accommodation, York has an excellent choice of guest houses 3 e P £ and B&Bs. Many of these are regularly commended for high standards of service, facilities and customer care. Guest accommodation is generally E on a bed and breakfast basis but there are some exceptions when an t

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p As with hotels, guest accommodation is also inspected by the AA or 4 n £

o Quality in Tourism (on behalf of VisitBritain) and awarded star ratings. There s r -

e are six designated categories although not all of these apply to York or to p 1 r 3 e this guide. These are Bed and Breakfast, Guest Accommodation, Guest P £ Houses, Inns, Farmhouses and Restaurants with Rooms. Inspections are

D taking place daily and star ratings can therefore change during the year. t h

g The price band in which guest accommodation is placed is intended as i n

r a guide and may vary slightly throughout the year. Please check with e 5 p 6 Visitor Information for an accurate rate. n £ o s r - e p 1 Whilst all guest accommodation is subject to the UK’s no smoking laws, r 4 e P £ some establishments may have facilities for smokers. This can only be confirmed with the accommodation provider direct or by contacting C Visitor Information. t h g i n r For more advice on the best accommodation for your needs, e 0 p 9

n telephone Visitor Information on £ o s r - e p 6 r 6 e P £ tel: 01904 550099 B t r h Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: g e i 23 St. Mary’s v n C3 Aaron Guest House r C3 o e

p Finest location, minutes walk to city centre through d

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o museum gardens. Antique furniture, fresh flowers, original s r a delightful property very e paintings, re-creating the elegance of bygone days with p 1 quietly situated r

9 service, comforts and individuality of today. En suites e P £ furnished with thoughtfulness and care. and only a few minutes walk to our beautiful “WHICH” Best Bed and Breakfast. A historic city.

Offering high quality Bootham, York, YO30 7DD accommodation at one of Tel: 01904 622738 Fax: 01904 628802 the lowest tariffs in York, you will enjoy a warm and Email: [email protected] www.23stmarys.co.uk friendly welcome. Free private parking or on-street parking with permit All rooms are en suite Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 with TV and hospitality trays. We pride ourselves on the high standards we Abbeyfields Guest Accommodation Map Ref: provide and our excellent C3 English breakfasts will set Lovely Victorian house only five minutes walk you up for the day. from the City Walls. We have single and double rooms all with private facilities. We are sure that you will want to return time and Recommended by “Which Good B&B Guide” time again. for the last three editions. Non-smoking throughout. Discounted rates available low season.

19 Bootham Terrace, York, YO30 7DH Tel/Fax: 01904 636471 Email: [email protected] www.abbeyfields.co.uk Free on-street and private parking

Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 3 Family: 0

The Acer Guest House Guest House Map Ref: B6 42 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH 52 Scarcroft Hill, York, YO24 1DE Tel: 01904 625927 Fax: 01904 632722 Tel: 01904 653839 Fax: 01904 677017 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.aaronyork.co.uk www.acerhotel.co.uk No children Free on-street parking Free parking with permit under 4 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0

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Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Abbey Guest House #### C4 Acres Dene E6 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g h t C £ P e 4 r 1 p e - Delightful Victorian end of terrace guest house established in 1980 by the r

Abbey Guest House is a great base for getting to York’s many attractions. s o £ Take a short walk to the city centre on the pretty riverside path after asking us Jackson family. All rooms are pleasantly decorated and comfortable with n 6 p 5 about some favourite restaurants and cafes to visit. tea/coffee trays, TVs and en suite facilities. Enjoy splendid English or e r

continental breakfasts. n i g

Enjoy a drink on the terrace overlooking the river and relax with your full English h breakfast in our south facing dining room. Our comfortable, clean and modern Acres Dean is just a few minutes from the city centre via a pretty riverside t

bedrooms all have en suite bathrooms with superior fittings and power showers. walk and also well situated for the Barbican and university. D £ For a romantic break try a four-poster room. Mid week and low season breaks available – ring for a brochure. P e 3 r 1 p

14 Earlsborough Terrace, Marygate, York, YO30 7BQ 87 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4BD e - r s o

Tel: 01904 627782 Tel: 01904 647482 Fax: 01904 637330 £ n 4 p 0

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Guest House Map Ref: g Adams House E8 e 5 Main Street, Fulford, York, YO10 4HJ 2 6 Tel: 01904 655413 Fax: 01904 643203 Email: [email protected] www.adamshouseyork.co.uk Free private parking Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 4

Guest House Map Ref: Alcuin Lodge B3 15 Sycamore Place, Bootham, York, YO30 7DW Tel: 01904 632222 A friendly welcome awaits you at Airden House which is situated close to the Email: [email protected] city centre. Unwind in our tastefully decorated superior bedrooms with www.alcuinlodge.com excellent en suite facilities including power showers, heated towel rails and Free on-street parking with permit marble finishing. All rooms have TV’s, thermostatically controlled heating, constant hot water, hair dryers, soft towels, toiletries and beverage making Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 2 Family: 1 facilities. After a good night’s sleep, our hearty breakfast makes an excellent start to the day. Airden House is completely non-smoking. Ambleside Guest House Guest House Map Ref: ### C2 1 St Mary's, Bootham, York, YO30 7DD 62 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 638915 Fax: 01904 731422 Tel/Fax: 01904 637165 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) Email: [email protected] www.airdenhouse.co.uk www.ambleside-gh.co.uk No children under 10 No children Free on-street parking with permit under 1yr On-street parking with permit Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1

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Alexander House Bed & Breakfast Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: C6 Ascot House F3 Lovingly restored and renovated Victorian town house. Centrally situated only seven minutes walk to the city centre and historic attractions. Charming bedrooms t

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s is a family run 15 bedroomed Victorian Villa built in 1869 and is within 15 r - e minutes walk of the historic city centre. All double and family rooms are en p 1 r 4

e suite, most with four poster or antique canopy beds and all rooms have P £ televisions, hairdryers and complimentary hospitality trays. Two bedrooms are on the ground floor. Licensed, with a comfortable guest lounge in which C to relax. t h g i n r e 0 p 9 n £

o 80 East Parade, York, YO31 7YH s r -

e Tel: 01904 426826 Fax: 01904 431077 p 6

r First class en suite accommodation close to city centre, station and 6

e Email: [email protected] P £ racecourse. Newly renovated in 2003, our grade II listed Georgian family www.ascothouseyork.com home has private car park and garden. Lovely bedrooms – one with four Free private enclosed car park B poster, all have the usual facilities. We also have a superb two bedroom family suite which sleeps up to six. Total rooms: 15 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 3 t r h Fabulous breakfasts, friendly and informal. A super stay is guaranteed. g e i v n Map Ref: r o e Astley House p B2 d

n 74-76 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4AB n o

s Tel: 01904 625081 Fax: 01904 673239 Friendly, family run establishment providing r a e

p quality accommodation with all rooms en suite, 1 Email: [email protected] r 9 e www.applehouseyork.co.uk tea/coffee making facilities and television. P £ Free private car park, 12 unrestricted spaces. Select a four poster room for that added A Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 2 touch of luxury. In our elegant dining room we offer a full breakfast selection. Bed & Breakfast Map Ref: Contact us direct for details on current offers. Arnot House C2 123 Clifton, York, YO30 6BL A ‘Guest House of the Year’ winner. Tel: 01904 634745 Totally non-smoking. Lovely Victorian house furnished with antiques and original Email: [email protected] paintings. Situated in a quiet side street, five www.yorkastleyhouse.co.uk minutes walk from the city walls. Private car park 2S All rooms en suite. Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 3 Choice of delicious breakfasts. Colour brochure available on request. Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Avondale Guest House C6 17 Grosvenor Terrace, York, YO30 7AG Tel: 01904 641966 This delightfully cosy and very friendly Victorian townhouse is just a short stroll from the city’s Email: [email protected] www.arnothouseyork.co.uk medieval walls. All rooms are individually Sorry no children designed with en suite facilities. We offer an Free on-street parking with permit extensive breakfast menu, using fresh Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 ingredients, including fish, continental, traditional and vegetarian. For something Guest Accommodation Map Ref: special, try our gorgeous whisky porridge! Ascot Lodge off A5 61 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NX Impressive Victorian house, beautifully refurbished Tel: 01904 633989 offering high standards of comfort and cleanliness. Email: [email protected] TV/video, hairdryer and hospitality trays. www.avondaleguesthouse.co.uk

NON SMOKING THROUGHOUT. 20 minutes walk Free permit parking to City Walls or five minutes by car or regular bus. Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 1 Convenient for attractions, coast and Dales. Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Barbican House #### E5 112 Acomb Road, York, YO24 4EY Tel: 01904 798234 Fax: 01904 786742 20 Barbican Road, York, YO10 5AA Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 627617 Fax: 01904 647140 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) www.ascotlodge.com www.barbicanhouse.co.uk No children under 8 Free secure private parking Free private parking Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 4 Family: 5 Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 1

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The Bar Convent Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: C5 Bishops A5 Hidden behind an elegant Georgian facade, just 5 mins away from York railway station, a warm welcome awaits you in the oldest living convent in England. Comfortable, convenient, affordable accommodation with kitchen and laundry facilities. A Licensed in-house cafe, sitting rooms with TV and £ P e

internet access via WiFi. 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n

17 Blossom Street, York, YO24 1AQ d p e

Tel: 01904 643238 Fax: 01904 631792 o r n v i e Email: [email protected] g h r

www.bar-convent.org.uk t Public car park opposite with charge B

Total rooms: 18 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 9 Family: 2 £ P e 6 r 6 Guest Accommodation Map Ref: p

Barrington House e - r

C6 s o £ n 9

Edwardian townhouse located in quiet cul-de-sac just p 0 e

ten minutes walk from city centre, railway station and r n i racecourse. g h t All rooms en suite and equipped with tea / coffee, radio alarms and hairdryers. Enjoy a hearty breakfast C with high standards of comfort and cleanliness. £ P e 4 r 1 p e - r 15 Nunthorpe Avenue, Scarcroft Road, York, YO23 1PF s o

Relax at the award winning 'Bishops' where we have created a refreshingly £ n

Tel: 01904 634539 6 individual bed and breakfast offering excellent service in comfortable p 5 e

Email: [email protected] surroundings. Our traditional Victorian Villa has been beautifully restored r n

www.barringtonhouse.net i throughout with individually designed en suite bedrooms. g h

Free on-street and off-street parking t Enjoy garden views from our sunny dining room where a delicious choice of D Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 3 breakfast is served. We are in walking distance of the city's main attractions and an excellent base for exploring Yorkshire's countryside. £ Guest House Map Ref: P e 3

Bay Tree Guest House r 1 #### C6 p

135 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4DF e - r

92 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1JS Guide Prices: s

Tel: 01904 628000 Fax: 01904 628181 o £

Tel: 01904 659462 £450 pw (low) n 4

Email: [email protected] p 0

Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) e

Min nights: 2 www.bishopshotel.co.uk r www.baytree-york.co.uk n i Free private car park g h

Free on-street parking with permit t Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 3 E

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: £ Beech House P e C3 Bootham Guest House 3 r

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Modern contemporary accommodation in a quiet e o r s

residential location 6-7 minutes walk from York o r n l e Minster through Museum Gardens and close to p e s

train station. r s n i g

Computer with wireless internet access. Licensed h drinks service. Champagne/chocolates and t

flowers can be arranged. Delicious breakfast using F o

local produce, well appointed rooms all en suite. r e

6-7 Longfield Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7DJ x p l

Tel: 01904 634581 a

Email: [email protected] n a

www.beechhouse-york.co.uk t i No children o Free on-street parking and private parking under 10 n s Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0 e e p

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Margaret and Steve welcome you to their 2 elegant Victorian town house just ten 6 minutes walk from the historic centre. All rooms en suite, two with fourposter beds, coffee/tea, colour TV. Superb continental and English breakfast, home-made jams and bread.

25 Grosvenor Terrace, York, YO30 7AG Tel/Fax: 01904 644313 We are quietly but centrally located only a few minutes walk away from the Email: [email protected] famous Minster and the heart of historic York. Our beautifully decorated www.bentleyofyork.com rooms offer en suite facilities, colour TVs, alarm clocks along with hair dryers Free on-street parking with permit and drinks trays. Guests enjoy a warm welcome, a hearty English breakfast and exceptionally high standards of comfort and cleanliness. Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 Special midweek winter breaks Nov to Mar. Please telephone or visit our website at www.boothamguesthouse.co.uk Bowen House Guest Accommodation Map Ref: E2 56 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH 4 Gladstone St, Huntington Rd, York, YO31 8RF Tel/Fax: 01904 672123 Tel: 01904 636881 Fax: 01904 636837 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.boothamguesthouse.co.uk www.bowenhouseyork.com Free parking with permit Private parking with CCTV Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0

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Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Bishopgarth Guest House C6 Bowman’s Guest House C3 A quietly placed, family run guest house, Victorian terrace house five minutes 10 to 15 minutes pleasant walk from walk from the city walls. Beautifully central York. Bishopgarth promises decorated rooms with en suite generous, freshly prepared breakfasts facilities. t (traditional and vegetarian), well equipped h g i en suite bedrooms, comfort, cleanliness, n

s Enjoy a full English breakfast or have a r s e courtesy and a warm Yorkshire welcome. coffee on our bistro style tables to the p e l Seasonal rates from £24pp. Bargain winter n

r front of the guest house. o

s breaks. Non smoking throughout. r o e p 0 3 Southlands Road, York, YO23 1NP 33 Grosvenor Terrace, York, YO30 7AG r 3 e

P Tel: 01904 635220 Tel: 01904 622204 Fax: 01904 624200 £ Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

E www.bishopgarth.co.uk www.bowmansguesthouse.co.uk Sorry no children Free on-street parking with permit. Free on-street parking with permit t h g i Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 2 n Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0 r e 0 p 4 Guest Accommodation Map Ref:

n Guest House Map Ref: £

o The Brentwood s The Bloomsbury r - C3

e B2 p 1 54 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH Guide Prices: r 3 e Tel: 01904 636419 Fax: 01904 638794 £450 pw (low) P £ Email: [email protected] www.thebrentwoodofyork.com D Free on-street parking with permit t

h Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0 g i n r e 5 Guest Accommodation Map Ref: p

6 Briar Lea Guest House n

£ ### C3 o s r - 8 Longfield Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7DJ Guide Prices: e p 1 Tel: 01904 635061 Fax: 01904 330356 £450 pw (low) r 4 e

P Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) £ www.briarlea.co.uk Min nights: 2

C Free private on-street parking Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 1 t h g i

n Guest Accommodation Map Ref: r e 0 Bronte Guest House p C3 9 n £ o

s Mick and Mandy welcome you to their r - e

p Victorian guest house. Ideally positioned ten 6

r Beautiful Victorian House in a superb location a pleasant, level walk from city 6

e minutes walk from the city centre, P £ centre, river and parks. Tastefully decorated, spacious en suite bedrooms overlooking Bootham Park. All rooms en with colour television and tea/coffee making facilities. English, vegetarian or suite, tea/coffee making facilities, colour TV. B continental breakfasts available. Totally non-smoking. Delicious choice of

t breakfast to start your day.

r Award winning for many years. Year round special offers for stays of three or h g e i more nights. Rates from £28 - £45 PPPN. v n r o e p

d 127 Clifton, York, YO30 6BL 22 Grosvenor Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7AG n n o Tel: 01904 634031 Fax: 01904 634855 Tel: 01904 621066 Fax: 01904 653434 s r a

e Email:[email protected] p

1 Email: [email protected] r

9 www.bloomsburyhotel.co.uk e www.bronte-guesthouse.com P £ No children Free private and on-street parking under 5 Free on-street parking with permit

A Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 2 Family: 3 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1

Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Bootham Gardens Guest House C3 Bull Lodge Guest House ### F5 Eight minutes walk to York Minster, luxuriously Quiet, tree-lined side-street location off purpose built in 2007, NO CHINTZ, free use A1079, 0.75 ml (1 km) to centre; close of PC/printer, large bedrooms, super king size bus route, University, Business/Science beds, twins, triples and quads. Large Park, nature park/cycle way. En suites residents’ lounge, three secluded gardens. include ground floor double ideal for Breakfast restaurant for residents using mobility impaired guests. Dogs welcome Yorkshire’s finest produce. by arrangement. Freshly-cooked, An oasis in the city centre. full-choice breakfast.

47 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AJ 37 Bull Lane, Lawrence Street, York, YO10 3EN Tel: 01904 625911 Tel/Fax: 01904 415522 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.bootham-gardens-guesthouse.co.uk www.bulllodge.co.uk Skype; BOOTHAM_GARDENS No children Free private parking Free private on-site parking bicycle/motorbike garaging under 4 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 1 Family: 3 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0

Bootham Park Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: C3 The Cavalier E3 Welcome to this elegant Victorian townhouse, 39 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PB Guide Prices: six to seven minutes walk from the city centre. Tel/Fax: 01904 636615 £450 pw (low) Individually styled ensuite bedrooms available Email: [email protected] with all facilities. Exceptional high standards www.cavalierhotel.co.uk throughout. Traditional freshly cooked English Free private or on-street parking breakfasts served, Continental also available. We cater for vegetarian and special diets. Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 Non-smoking. Relax and enjoy quality, comfort and friendliness. City Guest House Guest Accommodation Map Ref: 9 Grosvenor Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7AG E3 Tel: 01904 644262 Fax: 01904 645647 68 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PF Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 622483 www.cityguesthouse.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.boothamparkhotel.co.uk Free private parking on-street and off-street Free private parking or on-street parking with permit No children under 6 No children under 12 Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 1

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Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Crook Lodge Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Carlton House B5 C3 Elegant Victorian residence with many original features. Excellent central location in a quiet street, 500 yards walk through museum gardens or by the river to the city centre. All en suite rooms. Colour TV. A Tea/coffee making facilities. Special breaks, £ P e

midweek low season. Also available four 9 r 1 poster and superking size bedded rooms. p e a r s o n n

26 St Marys, Bootham, York, YO30 7DD d p e

Tel: 01904 655614 Fax: 01904 625915 o r n v i e Email: [email protected] g h r

www.crooklodge.co.uk t Free private car park B

Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0 £ P e 6 r 6 Guest House Map Ref: p e - r

Crossways Guest House s o

D2 £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g

An elegant Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with great charm and h character. Spacious en suite bedrooms with colour televisions and tea/coffee t making facilities. Situated on the tree lined mount five minutes stroll from the C city walls. Ten minutes walk from the city centre, railway station, racecourse £ and all major tourist attractions. P e 4 r 1 p e - r

134 The Mount, York, YO24 1AS s o £ Tel: 01904 622265 Fax: 01904 637157 n 6 p 5 Email: [email protected] e r www.carltonhouse.co.uk n i g h

Free private car park and on-street parking t

Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 5 D £ P

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Coach House p

C3 e - r s o £ n

Receive a warm, friendly Yorkshire welcome at this beautiful three storey 4 p 0 e

townhouse situated a short walk from the city centre. All rooms are en suite, r n i

including a ground floor twin, double and executive double. A regular bus g h

service runs from the end of the garden path. On warm days, our pretty t garden is just the place to relax after a busy day’s sightseeing. E Call for details of special rates all year round. £ P e 3 r 0 23 Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HJ p e o Tel/Fax: 01904 637250 r s o r n

Email: [email protected] l e p e

www.crossways-york.co.uk s r

No children s n i

Free on-street parking with permit under 8 g h t Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0 F o

Guest House Map Ref: r Curzon Lodge and Stables e A8 x p l a n a

Charming, privately owned coaching inn 400 metres from the Minster and close to all t i main attractions and railway station. Candle-lit restaurant offering locally sourced o n

produce and bar serving award winning ale. Individually designed bedrooms, some s with Minster views. Low season special midweek breaks at £60 per person per e e night. Three course dinner, bed and breakfast (any two consecutive nights, not p

Friday and Saturday). Our aim is to exceed customers’ expectations. a g

20-22 Marygate, York, Y030 7BH e

Tel: 01904 652780 Fax: 01904 679943 2 6 Email: [email protected] www.coachhousehotel-york.com No children Free private parking with CCTV under 6

Total rooms: 11 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 2 Family: 1

Guest House Map Ref: Cook’s Guest House C7 Small, cosy and beautifully decorated B & B. Themed en suite bedrooms with Relax and unwind in unique atmosphere at this charming 17th century tea/coffee making facilities. 10 – 15 former farmhouse and stables within the historic city overlooking York minutes walk to racecourse, park, railway Racecourse. Cottage style bedrooms all en-suite, some four-poster. Country station and town centre. Stairlift and antiques, beams, fresh flowers and complimentary sherry lend traditional wheelchair ramps make this guest house ambience. Non-smoking throughout. Restaurants are a minute’s walk away. suitable for the walking disabled. Delicious English breakfasts. Personal service and comfort assured. Recommended 16th year by WHICH? ‘The good bed and breakfast guide’.

120 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1JX 23 Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1QG Tel/Fax: 01904 652519 Tel: 01904 703157 Fax: 01904 703157 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.cooksguesthouse.co.uk www.smoothhound.co.uk/hotels/curzon Free on-street parking Ample free parking in grounds

Total rooms: 2 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 1 Family: 2

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Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Dairyman’s of Riccall L4 Galtres Lodge D4 Carol and Steve ‘go the extra mile’ with their We are perfectly placed in a unique central delightful, welcoming guest house conveniently location within easy walking distance of specialist situated eight miles south of York and four miles from shops and all attractions. Selby. En suite rooms with TV/DVD/CD & FreeView, t

h hospitality tray and hairdryer. No smoking throughout. This Georgian town house has been tastefully g i n

s Comfortable lounge with Sky TV in which to relax. refurbished to offer comfortable and relaxing r s e Special diets catered for including coeliac and accommodation. All rooms are fully equipped. p e l n

r diabetic. Full English breakfast is our speciality. o s r o e p 0 14 Kelfield Road, Riccall, York, YO19 6PG 54 Low Petergate, York, YO1 7HZ r 3 e Tel: 01757 248532 Tel: 01904 622478 Fax: 01904 627804 P £ Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.galtreslodgehotel.co.uk E www.dairymansriccall.co.uk Private parking with permit and charge Free on-street parking t Not on site – reserve at time of booking h g i

n Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 2 Family: 1 Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 4 Family: 1 r e 0 p 4 Guest House Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: n £ o Elliotts Georgian House s r - #### C3 C3 e p 1 2 Sycamore Place, Bootham, York, YO30 7DW Guide Prices: 35 Bootham, York, YO30 7BT r 3 e Tel: 01904 623333 Fax: 01904 654908 £450 pw (low) Tel: 01904 622874 Fax: 01904 635379 P £ Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) www.elliottshotel.co.uk Min nights: 2 www.georgianhouse.co.uk D Free private car park Free private parking t

h Total rooms: 11 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 14 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 1 Family: 3 g i n r e 5 Guest House Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: p 6 Farthings Guest House

n Goldsmiths Guest House

£ C6

o C3 s r - Charming Victorian residence, convenient for racecourse, e 18 Longfield Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7DJ p 1

r station and attractions. Five minutes from City Walls. Tel: 01904 655738 Fax: 01904 675577 4 e P £ Exceptional value. Very high standards of comfort and Email: [email protected] cleanliness. Fully equipped individually furnished rooms. www.goldsmithsguesthouse.co.uk

C Delicious quality breakfast. Free private & on-street parking

t Vegetarian/continental options available. Non-smoking. Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 2 Family: 0 h g

i York Hospitality Association Guest House Person award n

r winner 2006. Guest Accommodation Map Ref: e 0

p Grange Lodge Guest House 9 C2 n £

o 5 Nunthorpe Avenue, York, YO23 1PF

s 52 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH r - Tel: 01904 653545 Fax: 01904 628355 e

p Tel: 01904 621137 6 r

6 Email: [email protected] e Email: [email protected] P £ www.farthingsyork.co.uk www.grange-lodge.com Free on-street parking with permit B Free on-street parking with permit Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 t r h g e i v n Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: r o

e Feversham Lodge Greenside

p D1 ### B2 d n n 124 Clifton, York, YO30 6BQ Guide Prices: o Winner of Guest House of the Year for the last two s r a Tel/Fax: 01904 623631 £450 pw (low) e years. Within easy walking distance of York p 1

r Minster and the city. Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) 9 e

P Min nights: 2

£ www.greensideguesthouse.co.uk The house retains Victorian architectural features enhanced by period furniture and original art Free enclosed locked car park A works. Five themed bedrooms offer superior Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 1 Family: 0 accommodation. English, continental and vegetarian breakfasts. Guest Accommodation Map Ref: The Guy Fawkes D3 1 Feversham Crescent, Off Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HQ Just by the Minster and reputedly Tel/Fax: 01904 623882 the birthplace of Guy Fawkes, this Email: [email protected] refurbished Georgian townhouse www.fevershamlodge.co.uk No children provides chic bed and breakfast Free private car park under 8 accommodation. We offer 12 individually designed rooms and Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Guido’s, our restaurant, is open all Guest House Map Ref: day for coffee, lunch and dinner. Foss Bank Guest House E3 25 High Petergate, York, YO1 7HP At the Foss Bank Guest House you will be Tel: 01904 671001 Fax: 01904 631315 assured a friendly welcome, delicious Email: [email protected] breakfast and comfortable accommodation. www.theguyfawkeshotel.com Overlooking the River Foss and just a 10 Public car parking with charge minute stroll to the city centre. We have a private car park. Total rooms: 12 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 1

Minimum stay of two nights at weekends. Guest House Map Ref: Heworth Guest House F3 16 Huntington Road, York, YO31 8RB Friendly guest house ideally situated for Tel: 01904 635548 your stay in York. 12-15 minutes walk Email: [email protected] from the city centre. Ground floor www.fossbank.co.uk bedroom available. Full English, vegetarian or coeliac breakfast. Free private car park Visit our website for further details: Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 0 www.yorkbandb.co.uk Chris and Sue look forward to seeing you. No restriction car parking. Fourposter Lodge Guest House Map Ref: ### E5 126 East Parade, Heworth, York, YO31 7YG 68-70 Heslington Road, York, YO10 5AU Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 426384 Fax: 01904 425370 Tel/Fax: 01904 651170 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) Email: [email protected] www.fourposterlodge.co.uk Min nights: 2 www.yorkcity.co.uk Free on-street parking Free private parking and free on-street parking S1 Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 3

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Guest Accommodation Map Ref: The Heathers Guest House Guest Accommodation Map Ref: The Groves C2 A1 54 Shipton Road, Clifton Without, York, YO30 5RQ Tel: 01904 640989 Email: [email protected] No children under 10 www.heathers-guest-house.co.uk

Free private off-street parking guaranteed A Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 £ P e 9 r 1 Map Ref: p e a r

Hillcrest Guest House s

C6 o n n d Elegant Victorian townhouse, 10-15 minutes p e o r n walk to city centre and racecourse. Singles, v i e g

doubles, twins and family rooms. Highly h r complimented, generous breakfast selection. t Special diets catered for. B Free internet and WiFi connection. £ P e 6 Call for details of special offers. r 6 p e - r s o

110 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1JX £ n 9

Tel: 01904 653160 p 0 e r

Email: [email protected] n i www.hillcrest-guest-house.co.uk g h t Free private and on-street parking (phone to reserve) C Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 3 Family: 4 £ P e

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: 4 r 1 Holly Lodge p

#### E6 e - r s o £ A few minutes riverside walk from the city n 6

Set within a peaceful, tree-lined grove, this independently owned property, p 5 centre and convenient for the Designer Outlet, e

which is just a 15 minute stroll from the city centre, was formerly Savages. r station and university. This welcoming n i All rooms are en suite and there is a relaxing lounge/bar and large car park. g Georgian building offers comfortable h en suite bedrooms, period lounge, dining t Well appointed ground floor and family accommodation. Breakfasts are room and valuable on-site parking within the D served in a light and airy dining room with waitress service. walled garden. You will be assured a friendly welcome. £ P e 3 r 1 p

St. Peter’s Grove, York, YO30 6AQ 204 - 206 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4DD e - r s

Tel: 01904 646005 o

Tel: 01904 559777 Fax: 01904 645832 £ n 4 Email: [email protected] p Email: [email protected] 0 e

www.thehollylodge.co.uk - see the virtual web tour r www.ecsyork.co.uk No children n i g

Large free car park Free private and on-street parking under 7 h t Total rooms: 19 Ground floor rooms: 5 Single: 6 Family: 2 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 1 E £ Guest Accommodation Map Ref: P e 3 r 0 Highly Commended p

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Situated in the very heart of York and only 400 yards from York Minster, the award winning Hazelwood is an elegant Victorian townhouse in an extremely quiet residential area.

Our individually styled en suite bedrooms are furnished to the highest standards using designer fabrics.

We offer a wide choice of high quality breakfasts catering for all tastes including vegetarian.

24-25 Portland Street, York, YO31 7EH Tel: 01904 626548 Fax: 01904 628032 Email: [email protected] www.thehazelwoodyork.com No children Free private car park under 8 Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 2

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Guest House Map Ref: Holme Lea Manor C2 A £ P e 9 r 1 p e a r s o n n d p e o r n v i e g h r t B £ P e 6 r 6 p e - r s o £ n 9 p 0 e r n i g h t Featured in ‘25 Beautiful Homes’ magazine, this lovely, very spacious Victorian house offers an C £

exceptionally high standard of accommodation. P e 4 r 1 p e - Tastefully refurbished throughout, guests can r s o £ choose from four poster bedded rooms - some n 6 p 5 with Jacuzzi, large family rooms or honeymoon e r n

suite. All are en suite with colour TV and i g h

tea/coffee making facilities. Ideally situated just a t five minute walk from the City Walls. D £ P e 3

18 St Peters Grove, York, YO30 6AQ r 1 p e - Tel: 01904 623529 Fax: 01904 653584 r s o £ n

Email: [email protected] www.holmelea.co.uk 4 p 0 e

Free private car park r n i g h

Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 1 t E Map Ref: The Limes Guest House Map Ref: The Manor House Guest Accommodation £ E8 K2 P e 3 r 0 The Limes is a friendly, family run Ideal for the Yorkshire Dales, Yorkshire p e o r

establishment obtaining four stars and a Moors and picturesque towns. Lovely village s o r n

silver award for its services. Free parking location; walks to pubs and restaurants. l e p e

and WiFi internet access throughout. Only ten minutes to York Park & Ride. s r s Licensed bar. A scenic 15 minute riverside Award winning en suite accommodation in a n i g

walk to the city centre. Local produce used. listed Georgian Manor House. Period rooms h t plus ground floor annexe with double and

family mini-suites. F o r

135 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4HE Main Street, Linton-on-Ouse, York, YO30 2AY e x

Tel: 01904 624548 Fax: 01904 624944 Tel: 01347 848391 p l a

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] n www.limeshotel.co.uk www.manorguesthouse.co.uk a t i Free private parking Free private parking o n s

Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 0 Family: 3 e e

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: p Linden Lodge Midway House a C6 #### E8 g Newly refurbished city centre townhouse offering e

Look no further! Come and stay with Annette 2

clean, contemporary accommodation within and Ian for a homely atmosphere, spotless 6 minutes of York’s attractions and racecourse. rooms and a delicious breakfast. Our guests En suite bedrooms range from singles to family return again and again as evidenced by our rooms, all with TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee comment book and our York Tourism facilities. Prepare for the day with a full English or vegetarian breakfast and unwind after shopping or Awards for three consecutive years. sight-seeing in our relaxing lounge bar. Excellent location. Special midweek low Friendly welcome guaranteed. season breaks.

4-6 Nunthorpe Avenue, York, YO23 1PF 145 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4HG Tel: 01904 620107 Fax: 01904 620985 Tel: 01904 659272 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.lindenlodgehotel.co.uk www.midwayhouseyork.co.uk No children On-street parking with small charge for permit Large free private car park under 6

Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 12 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 3

Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Northolme Guest House ### A1 Park View #### C2 114 Shipton Road, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5RN Guide Prices: 34 Grosvenor Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7AG Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 639132 £450 pw (low) Tel: 01904 620437 Fax: 01904 620437 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) www.northolmeguesthouse.co.uk www.theparkviewyork.co.uk No children Free private car parking Free on-street parking with permit under 12 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 3 Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 0

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Guest House Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Minster View Guest House C3 The Old Vicarage L5 Charming Victorian townhouse in a quiet location just a Situated just 30 minutes drive south of York short stroll from the Minster, shops and visitor attractions. and 12 minutes from Selby, this delightful Tastefully refurbished to a high standard with en suite guest house offers a high standard of rooms providing hospitality tray and television. accommodation in friendly surroundings. t

h ten individually furnished en suite rooms, g i n s Guests are welcome to come and go as they please residents’ lounge and dining room overlooking r s e during the day. p

e the gardens. Local pubs within walking l n

r Special winter breaks November - March distance serving traditional English fayre. o s r o e p 0 2 Grosvenor Terrace, Bootham, York, YO30 7AG Main Street, Kellington, Selby, Nr York, DN14 0NE r 3 e

P Tel: 01904 655034 Tel/Fax: 01977 661119 £ Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

E www.minsterview-york.co.uk www.theoldvicarageyorkshire.com No children Free private car park t Excellent private off-street parking under 6 h g i

n Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 3 Family: 1 r e 0 p 4

n Guest House Map Ref: Guest Accommodation

£ Map Ref: o

s Monkgate Guest House r - E3 Palm Court e E3 p 1 r

3 'A country atmosphere in a city e P £ environment’ Cosy – Friendly – Welcoming

D • Top quality accommodation and service • Situated just outside the city walls t

h • En suite bedrooms available g i

n • Children always welcome r e 5

p An award winning guest house. 6 n £ o s r - 65 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PA e Winner – York Hospitality Association p 1 Tel: 01904 655947 r Awards for Excellence 2007 4 e P £ Email: [email protected] www.monkgateguesthouse.co.uk

C Restricted off-street parking

t Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 1 Family: 1 h g i n

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p Mont Clare Guest House 9 ### D3 n £ o s r - Take advantage of city centre accommodation with e p 6

r parking in the quiet culdesac close to York Minster 6 e P £ and within easy walking distance of all attractions. Mont Clare is a small B&B offering you every comfort

B in the tastefully appointed centrally heated rooms. All rooms are ensuite. Some four posters. Credit cards t r h accepted. Non-smoking. g e i v n A very warm welcome awaits you at our elegant Victorian family run guest r o e

p accommodation. Offering excellent value for money. Overlooking the River d

n 32 Claremont Terrace, Gillygate, York, YO31 7EJ n Foss, a pleasant five minute walk to the Minster. o s r a Tel: 01904 651011 Fax: 01904 626773 e p 1 Email: [email protected] r Tastefully decorated spacious double, twin and family en suite rooms with 9 e

P www.mont-clare.co.uk £ central heating, colour TV, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. The Free private car park Collier family assure a comfortable and enjoyable stay in England’s best

A Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 historic city. Weekly rates available.

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Please write, telephone or email for our colour brochure. Moorland House ### E8 17 Huntington Road, York, YO31 8RB Friendly family run guest house with large car park, Tel/Fax: 01904 639387 close to city centre, racecourse and university. Comfortable en suite rooms with hospitality tray, Email: [email protected] www.thepalmcourt.org.uk colour TV, radio alarm etc. Lounge, conservatory and secluded garden for guest use. Ground floor rooms Free off-street private parking available. Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 4

The Papillon Guest House Map Ref: 1a Moorland Road, Fulford, York, YO10 4HF C3 Tel: 01904 629354 Fax: 01904 629354 Small, friendly, family run Bed and Breakfast Email: [email protected] with eight letting rooms, situated just three www.moorlandhouseyork.co.uk minutes walk from York Minster. Free off-street parking Strictly non-smoking throughout. Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 5 Single: 0 Family: 4 Price includes full English breakfast. No one night bookings at weekends. The Old Presbytery Guest House Bed & Breakfast Map Ref: Highly Commended K4 43 Gillygate, York, YO31 7EA Situated in the rural centre of Yorkshire, Tel: 01904 636505 just 12 miles from York and Leeds. This house is built of stone dating from Email: [email protected] the 14th century and the original part is www.btinternet.com/~papillonhotel in the shape of a cross. Fitted with all Limited free off-street parking modern facilities and enjoying a Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 2 Family: 3 peaceful and homely atmosphere. Pinfold Cottage Guest House Map Ref: London Road (A162), Saxton, Tadcaster, LS24 9PU E9 Tel: 01937 557708 Fax: 01937 557392 145-147 Main Street, Fulford, York, YO10 4PR Tel: 01904 634683 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.presbyteryguesthouse.co.uk www.pinfoldcottageyork.co.uk Free floodlit private parking Free on-site car park Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 1

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Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Queen Anne’s Guest House ### C3 St. Mary’s Guest House C3 Renowned for comfort, cleanliness, warm hospitality 17 Longfield Terrace, Bootham, Email: [email protected] and delicious breakfast. Quiet residential area just five York, YO30 7DJ www.stmaryshotel.co.uk minutes walk from the city centre and Minster. Tel/Fax: 01904 626972 All rooms have television, hairdryer, tea/coffee Free on-street and off-street parking No children facilities – most ensuite. Guests welcome to come under 8 A and go throughout the day. Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 1 Family: 2 £ P e

No smoking throughout. Winter reductions. 9 r 1 Guest House Map Ref: p e a r

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B3 n 24 Queen Annes Road, Bootham, York, YO30 7AA n d Tel: 01904 629389 19 Sycamore Place, York, YO30 7DW Guide Prices: p e o

Tel: 01904 624712 £450 pw (low) r n No children v

Email:[email protected] i e No children under 3 Email: [email protected] under 5 g h www.queen-annes-guesthouse.co.uk r

www.thesycamore.co.uk t Limited private parking and free on-street parking with permit Free on-street parking with permit. Phone to reserve B Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 1 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 £ P e 6 Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: r 6 p

Romley House Tree Tops e - C6 C3 r s o £ 21 St. Marys, Bootham, York, YO30 7DD n Situated close to the city centre, railway 9 p 0 station and all tourist attractions. From the Tel: 01904 629494 e r

Email: [email protected] n

moment you arrive at Romley House you i g

www.treetopsguesthouse.co.uk h

cannot fail to appreciate the warmth, comfort t and hospitality offered throughout this very Free private off-street parking special family-run guest house. Excellent Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 C value for money. £ P

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2 Millfield Road, off Scarcroft Road, York, YO23 1NQ s o

‘Guest House of the Year’ finalist. £ Tel: 01904 652822 n 6

Large Victorian townhouse within easy p 5 Email: [email protected] e walking distance of city centre, racecourse r n

www.romleyhouse.co.uk i and railway station. You will receive a warm g h

Free parking welcome and comfortable accommodation in t en suite rooms. Enjoy breakfast in our bright Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 D and relaxing conservatory or a drink under the loggia. Licensed. Families welcome. £ Guest Accommodation Map Ref: P e Weekly rates available. Champagne and 3 Rush Farm r 1 L3/4 p

chocolate packages for special occasions. e - r

York Road, Deighton, York, YO19 6HQ s o £ Tel: 01904 728459 30-32 Scarcroft Road, York, YO23 1NF n 4 p 0

[email protected] Tel: 01904 643139 Fax: 01904 658297 e r

www.rushfarm.co.uk Email: [email protected] www.warrenshotel.co.uk n i No children g Free private parking Free private car park h

under 5 t Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 12 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 1 Family: 3 E

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: £ Skelton Grange Farmhouse P

Wellgarth House e L3 L3 3 r 0 p

Orchard View, Skelton, York, YO30 1YQ A warm welcome awaits you at Wellgarth e o r Tel: 01904 470780 s o r

House. Conveniently situated in Rufforth n

email: [email protected] l e (B1224) three miles from York. Ideally p

www.skelton-farm.co.uk e s r s

Private parking adjacent to 4 placed for Askham Bar Park & Ride. n i rooms Excellent en suite accommodation. g h Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 5 Single: 0 Family: 2 Good local pub two minutes walk away. t Please ask about self-catering. F

Bed & Breakfast Map Ref: o South Newlands Farm r L4 e x Peggy and Rodney welcome you to Wetherby Road, Rufforth, York, YO23 3QB p l

Tel: 01904 738592 Mobile: 07711 252577 a their friendly and comfortable B&B n

where the kettle is always on the boil. Email: [email protected] a

www.wellgarthhouse.co.uk t i

With a pleasant lounge to relax in, and o gardens to enjoy, just make yourselves Free parking n s

at home. Easy access to York. e

No smoking but laughter always Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 e

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White Rose Villa g

Selby Road, Riccall, York, YO19 6QR #### L4 e

Tel: 01757 248203 A warm and friendly welcome awaits 2 6 Email: [email protected] you at White Rose Villa. Set in a quiet www.southnewlands.co.uk village location convenient for York and 10 Selby, it is an ideal base for visiting York Free private parking and the surrounding areas. Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 0 Family: 0 Excellent en suite accommodation and delicious full English breakfast. Guest House Map Ref: Staymor Guest House C6 33 York Road, Riccall, YO19 6QG Ideally situated in a quiet residential street 300 Tel: 01757 248115 yards from the city walls, our friendly family run Victorian guest house offers first class en suite Email: [email protected] accommodation with excellent facilities. www.whiterosevilla-info.com Free private off-street parking Mid-week bargain breaks available November Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 to March from £25pppn. York Lodge Guest House Guest Accommodation Map Ref: 2 Southlands Road, York, YO23 1NP ### C2 Tel: 01904 626935 64 Bootham Crescent, Bootham, York, YO30 7AH Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 654289 Fax: 01904 628497 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) www.staymorguesthouse.com www.york-lodge.com Min nights: 2 Free on-street parking with permit On-street parking with free permit Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 2 Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 2

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Guest House Map Ref: The York Priory E6 t h g i n s r s e p e l n r o s r o e p 0 r 3 e P £ E t h g i n r e 0 p 4 n £ o s r - e p 1 r 3 e P £ D t h g i

n The Priory has been owned by the Jackson family since 1930. It is a Victorian end terrace in a r e 5 prime location only a few minutes walk to the university and racecourse. The city centre with its p 6 n

£ shops and attractions is a gentle half mile stroll along the riverside. All bedrooms are en suite and o s r -

e individually refurbished to a very high standard. Choose from large spacious family rooms (no p 1

r bunk beds), gorgeous king size four posters and rooms with views overlooking the lovely 4 e P £ gardens. Breakfast is served in the elegant dining room with an extensive menu to suit every taste. After a hard day exploring the delights of York and Yorkshire, spend the evening relaxing C and enjoying a drink from the bar. Entrance to a large car park is marked by twin gothic arches.

t Midweek and low season breaks available. Please call for a brochure and current price list. h g i n r e 0 126 - 128 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4BE p 9 n £

o Tel: 01904 625280 Fax: 01904 637330 s r -

e Email: [email protected] www.yorkpriory.com p 6 r 6 e

P Free private parking £ Total rooms: 15 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 7 B

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Map Ref: t r h York House Ashley Guest House g e F2 C6 i v n 76 Scott Street, off Scarcroft Road, York, YO23 1NS Email: [email protected] r o Receive a warm welcome at this family run guest e Tel: 01904 647520 Mobile: 07955 250271 www.ashleyguesthouse.co.uk p

d house. Enjoy breakfast in our attractive conservatory

n Free on-street parking with permit n o or outside on our beautiful patio. Approximately a 10 No children under 10 s r a Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0

e minute walk to York Minster. Off street parking. p 1 r

9 York House is an excellent base for visiting York and B & B Map Ref: e P £ surrounding area. Ashtofts ### C6 46 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1JL Email: [email protected] A Tel: 01904 635018 www.ashtofts.com Free on-street parking with permit 62 Heworth Green, York. YO31 7TQ Total rooms: 2 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Tel: 01904 427070 Fax: 01904 427070 Email: [email protected] Barclay Lodge Guest Accommodation Map Ref: www.yorkhouseyork.com C3 www.yorkhouseyork.co.uk 19 Gillygate, York, YO31 7EA Email: [email protected] Free off-street parking for 6 to 7 cars Tel: 01904 633274 www.barclaylodge.co.uk Limited parking with charge at peak times. Phone to reserve. No children Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 4 under 12

Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Amber House C2 Beckett Guest House ### C3 36 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH Email: [email protected] 58 Bootham Crescent, York, YO30 7AH Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 620275 www.amberhouse-york.co.uk Tel: 01904 644728 Fax: 01904 639915 www.becketthotel.co.uk Free on-street parking with permit Free on-street parking with permit Total rooms: 2 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1

Map Ref: Inn Map Ref: Angel Inn House L2 The Blackwell Ox Inn L2 York Road, Tollerton, York, YO61 1QZ Email: [email protected] Huby Road, Sutton on Forest, YO61 1DT Email: [email protected] Tel: 01347 833019 www.angelinnhouse.co.uk Tel: 01347 810328 www.blackwelloxinn.co.uk Free private parking Private car park 8 Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0

Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Ardmore Guest House D3 Burswood Guest House Off A8 31 Claremont Terrace, York, YO31 7EJ www.ardmoreyork.co.uk 68 Tadcaster Road, Dringhouses, York, YO24 1LR Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 622562 Mob: 07939 283588 Tel: 01904 702582 Fax: 01904 708377 www.burswoodguesthouse.co.uk Free private parking No children Free private parking Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 under 5 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 3 Single: 0 Family: 0

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Ashberry House #### B5 Burton Villa Guest House ### D2 103 The Mount, York, YO24 1AX Email: [email protected] 24 Haxby Road, York, YO31 8JX Email: [email protected] Tel/Fax: 01904 647339 www.ashburyhotel.co.uk Tel: 01757 248115 www.burtonvilla.com Free on-street parking with permit Free limited on-site parking No children Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 2 under 3

Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Ashbourne House E8 The Cottage B2 139 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4HG Email: [email protected] 3 - 5 Clifton Green, York, YO30 6LH Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 639912 Fax: 01904 631332 www.yorkbedandbreakfast.net Tel: 01904 643711 Fax: 01904 611230 www.cottagehotelyork.co.uk Free private parking Limited private parking or on-street parking Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 3 Total rooms: 19 Ground floor rooms: 6 Single: 1 Family: 4

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Guest House Map Ref: B & B Map Ref: Crescent Guest House ## C3 No. 40 #### C3 77 Bootham, York, YO30 7DQ Email: [email protected] 40 Queen Anne's Rd, Bootham, York, YO30 7AA Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 623216 Fax: 01904 643515 www.crescentguesthouseyork.co.uk Tel: 01904 655509 www.no40bbyork.co.uk Free on-street parking with permit One private off-street space or free on-street parking with permit Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 4 Total rooms: 2 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 A Cumbria House Guest House Map Ref: Orillia House Guest Accommodation Map Ref: £ ### D1 L3 P e 9

2 Vyner Street, Haxby Road, York, YO31 8HS Email: [email protected] 89 The Village, Stockton on the Forest, York, YO32 9UP Email: [email protected] r 1 p

Tel: 01904 636817 www.cumbriahouse.com Tel: 01904 400600 www.orilliahouse.co.uk e a r s

Free private parking o

Free parking n n

Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 2 d p e o r n Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: v i e g

Dairy Guest House The Park View - Riccall h r

C6 L4 t 3 Scarcroft Road, York, YO23 1ND Email: [email protected] 20 Main Street, Riccall, York, YO19 6PX Email: [email protected]

Tel: 01904 639367 Fax: 0870 7536308 www.dairyguesthouse.co.uk Tel: 01757 248458 Fax: 01757 249211 www.parkviewriccall.co.uk B On-street parking with permit (provided) Free private parking Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 1 £

Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 P e 6 r 6 Guest House Map Ref: Map Ref: p e - r

Dalescroft Saxon House s C6 E6 o £ n

10 Southlands Road, York, YO23 1NP Email: [email protected] 71-73 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4BD Email: [email protected] 9 p 0 Tel: 01904 626801 www.dalescroft-york.co.uk Tel: 01904 622106 Fax: 01904 633764 www.saxonhousehotel.co.uk e r

Free on-street parking with permit Free private off-street parking n

No children i g

Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 under 12 Total rooms: 14 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 0 Family: 2 h t Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation

Map Ref: C Four High Petergate D3 Southlands Guest House C7 4 High Petergate, York, YO1 7EH Email: [email protected] 69 Nunmill Street, York, YO23 1NT Email: [email protected] £ P e Tel: 0845 4 60 20 20 www.fourhighpetergate.co.uk 4 Tel: 01904 675966 www.southlands-guesthouse.co.uk r 1 Limited parking, phone to arrange p

Free on-street parking with permit e - r Total rooms: 12 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 2 s o £ n 6 p

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7 St Peters Grove, Bootham, York, YO30 6AQ Email: [email protected] 6 St George’s Place, York, YO24 1DR Email: [email protected] h Tel: 01904 622621 www.fourseasons-hotel.com Tel: 01904 625056 Fax: 01904 625009 www.stgeorgesyork.com t Free private car park Free private parking D Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 10 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 5 £ Guest House P Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: e 3 Friars Rest Guest House r

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81 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4BD Email: [email protected] 120 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4BB Email: [email protected] s o £

Tel/Fax: 01904 629823 www.friarsrest.co.uk Tel: 01904 611514 Lunch / dinner www.stpaulshotel.co.uk n 4

Mon – Thurs by arrangement p

Free private car park or on-street parking with permit Private parking 0 e

Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 3 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 5 r n i g h

Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: t Gregory’s #### C7 St. Raphael Guest House C3 160 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1LF Email: [email protected] 44 Queen Annes Road, York, YO30 7AF Email: [email protected] E Tel: 01904 627521 www.gregorysofyork.co.uk Tel: 01904 645028 www.straphaelguesthouse.co.uk £ Free on-street parking with no meters or permits No children P Free on-street parking with permit No children e 3 under 6 months r

Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 under 5 0 Total rooms: 7 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 3 p e o r s o

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Grimston Guest House The Steer Inn l e L4 M3 p e s r

Deighton, York, YO19 6HB Email: [email protected] Hull Road, Wilberfoss, York, YO41 5PF Email: [email protected] s n i Tel: 01904 728328 www.grimstonhouse.com Tel: 01759 380600 Fax: 01759 388904 www.thesteerinn.co.uk g h

Ample private parking No children Free private parking. t Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 2 under 5 Total rooms: 15 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 F Guest House Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: o r

Hazeldene Guest House ### L4 Tower Guest House #### D1 e x

32 Brook Street, Selby, YO8 4AR Email: [email protected] 2 Feversham Crescent, York, YO31 8HQ [email protected] p l Tel: 01757 704809 Fax: 01757 212190 www.hazeldene-selby.co.uk Tel: 01904 655571 www.towerguesthouseyork.com a Free private car park for 7 cars Free private parking No children n a

Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 2 Single: 2 Family: 1 Total rooms: 6 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 1 under 8 t i o Guest Accommodation Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: n s Holgate Bridge ### A5 Turnberry Guest House E8 e 106 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4BB Email: [email protected] 143 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4HG Email: [email protected] e Tel: 01904 635971 Fax: 01904 670049 www.holgatebridge.co.uk Tel: 01904 658435 Fax: 01904 630263 www.turnberryhouse.com p a

Free private car park at rear of property Free private off-street parking and free on-street parking g

Total rooms: 13 Ground floor rooms: 4 Single: 1 Family: 4 Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 1 Family: 1 e 2

Map Ref: Guest Accommodation Map Ref: 6 The Hollies E8 Tyburn House ### B6 141 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4GH Email: [email protected] 11 Albermarle Road, The Mount, York, YO23 1EN Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 634279 www.hollies-guesthouse.com Tel/Fax: 01904 655069 Free private and off-street parking Free on-street parking with permit Total rooms: 5 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 2 Total rooms: 12 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2

Inn Map Ref: Map Ref: The Lighthorseman E6 The Waterfront D4 124 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4BE Email: [email protected] 5 King’s Staith, York, YO1 9SP www.thewaterfrontyork.co.uk Tel/Fax: 01904 624818 www.lighthorseman.co.uk Tel: 01904 671108 Free private parking Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 0 Multi-storey car park close by or on-street parking with charge Room only

Guest House Map Ref: Guest House Map Ref: Moorgarth Guest House E6 Wheelgate Guest House K4 158 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4DA Email: [email protected] 7 Kirkgate, Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds, LS25 6BH Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 636768 www.moorgarthyork.co.uk Tel: 01977 682231 Fax: 01977 685287 www.smoothhound.co.uk/hotels/wheelgate Free private and on-street parking Private car park Total rooms: 9 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 1 Family: 2 Total rooms: 4 Ground floor rooms: 1 Single: 0 Family: 0

B & B Map Ref: Farmhouse Map Ref: Mowbray House ### D2 Wood Farm Bed and Breakfast K2 34 Haxby Road, York, YO31 8JX Email: [email protected] Wood Farm, Shipton By Beningborough, Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 637710 www.mowbrayhouse.co.uk York YO30 1BU www.woodfarmbedandbreakfast.co.uk Free private parking Tel: 01904 470333 Free private parking Children over Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 0 Total rooms: 3 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 1 10 only

www.visityork.org Self Catering See maps on pages 61-63 Self Catering

For total freedom and flexibility during your visit to York, why not consider self catering? With such an extensive choice of luxurious apartments, centrally located townhouses and country cottages, it is fast becoming a popular option for singles and couples as well as extended families.

Combine this with the city’s eclectic mix of popular restaurants, pubs, wine bars and bistros and you have all the ingredients for a great stay.

Prices for self catering vary depending on the type of accommodation, number of nights and time of year.

To obtain more details and help with booking, telephone Visitor Information on tel: 01904 550099

Map Ref: Map Ref: 3 Cloisters Walk D3 A Luxury Apartment in York E3 Two delightful two-bedroom homes located Apt. 1, Layerthorpe, York, YO31 7TY Guide Prices: Tel: 0161 330 9303 Mobile: 07790 603767 £295 pw (low) in prestigious developments within minutes Email: [email protected] £470 pw (high) Min nights: 3 walk of the city centre. Both properties are www.aluxuryapartmentinyork.com bright, excellently equipped with modern LP fixtures and benefit from having their own Free private parking private parking spaces. The ideal retreat after Ground floor apartment: sleeps 4 (2+2) a busy day… Allerthorpe Lakeland Park - Manderlay Map Ref: 3 Cloisters Walk, York, YO31 7HZ Guide Prices: M4 Tel/Fax: 01904 331479 £380 pw (low) Allerthorpe , near Pocklington, YO42 4RL GGuiudiedePrPicriecse: s: £450 pw (high) Tel: 01759 301444 £4£53050 pwpw(lo(lwow) ) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 2 Email: [email protected] £550 pw (high) www.yorkholidaylets.com www.allerthorpelakelandpark.co.uk Min nights: 3 Free private parking LP Free private parking LP 2 properties: both sleep 4 First floor apartment: sleeps 4 + 2

Map Ref: Map Ref: 24 Middleton House D5 Apartment No. 9 D3 Lady Anne Court, Skeldergate, York, YO1 6DT Guide Prices: First floor, two bedroom apartment in the £240 pw (low) Tel: 01845 597334 £450 pw (low) heart of the city. Email: [email protected] £535705 pw (high) www.yorkcityflat.co. uk Min nights: 2 Beautifully furnished and enjoying a delightful Free off-street parking LP location overlooking the Minster and close to 1 flat: sleeps 2 City Walls and Monk Bar. Tranquil gardens. Short breaks available. Map Ref: 5, 6 & 12 Monkbridge Court E3 9 Cloisters Walk, York, YO31 7HZ Guide Prices: Award-winning city centre apartments in a Tel: 01904 655571 £350 pw (low) small, peaceful courtyard conversion. £600 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 Convenient for the Minster and all of York’s www.yorkholidayhome.com many attractions. Smart, stylish and No children luxuriously furnished and equipped to a very Free private parking under 8 LP D high standard. Internet access. Secure cycle 1 apartment: sleeps 4 storage. Apartment 10 Map Ref: Monkbridge Court, York, YO31 7PA Guide Prices: D6 Tel: 01759 377579 £380 pw (low) 80 Alma Terrace, York, YO10 4DJ Guide Prices: £550 pw (high) Tel: 07979 794744 £450 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 Email: [email protected] £7550 pw (high) www.monkbridge.co.uk www.apartment10.co.uk Min nights: 7 No children Free on-site private parking under 10 LP D Free private parking LP D 2 apartments: each sleeps up to 4 1 apartment: sleeps 2-4 (1 king, 1 twin)

Map Ref: Map Ref: 9 Waterfront House D5 Betty’s York Holiday Flat D3 Stylish apartment close to York city centre with river views. Affordable, contemporary, city centre Spacious luxury apartment within a historic restored holiday flat for everyone! Less than five warehouse. Just yards from the river for romantic walks. minutes from York Minster. Convenient for Plenty of restaurants and city centre within easy walking all attractions and shops, no car needed distance. during your stay. Modern and well equipped to a high standard including free, Double room en suite, twin/double room. Family bathroom. high speed broadband. Short breaks. Fully equipped kitchen. Spacious living/dining room.

Terry Avenue, Skeldergate, York, YO23 1JP Guide Prices: Flat 59, Gillygate, York, YO31 7EA Guide Prices: Tel/Fax: 01945 871336 Mob: 07724 015792 £520 pw (low) Tel/Fax: 01904 339138 Mobile: 07727 607266 £245 pw (low) £720 pw (high) £450 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 Min nights: 3 www.waterfrontyork.com www.holidayflatyork.co.uk No children LP Free parking with permit LP Free private parking 2-10 D 2 bedroom apartment: sleeps 4 + 1 Room Breakdown: 1 flat: sleeps up to 6

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Map Ref: Map Ref: The Blue Rooms / D4 Goosewood Holiday Park L2

Situated alongside the River Foss, the Blue Bicycle Restaurant offers beautiful rooms in an exclusive area of York.

The Blue Rooms are luxurious, convenient, private and comfortable – perfect for leisure or business visitors or that short, romantic break.

A haven of peace and tranquillity, this award winning park boasts a beautiful On arrival you will be 45 acre woodland setting and its own well stocked coarse fishing lake and welcomed with a bottle woodland adventure play area. A newly opened Health suite with swim spa, of chilled champagne, sauna, exercise machines and outdoor hot-tub is now on site. Just eight miles fresh fruit basket and from the city of York and 1.5 miles from Sutton-on-the-Forest with two inns full breakfast pack. and lovely gardens.

Sutton-on-the-Forest, York, YO61 1ET Guide Prices: 4 Franklins Yard, Fossgate, York, YO1 9TN Can sleep up to 2 in each room. Tel: 01347 810829 Fax: 01347 811498 £185 pw (low) Tel: 01904 673990 Fax: 01904 677688 Minimum number of nights accepted: 1 £725 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Guide price for one week Min nights: 1 Email: [email protected] Low season: £700 / £1400 www.goosewood.co.uk www.thebluebicycle.com High season: £700 / £1400 Free private parking adjacent to unit LP D Limited free private parking D LP Please check facilities when booking.

4 rooms: 3 sleep up to 2. 1 sleeps up to 4. No. of caravans:100 No. of lodges/holiday homes: 31.

Map Ref: Centre York Cottages / Map Ref: C5 Griffon Forest M2 Delightful cottages. Quiet conservation area within the city walls. Attractions and shops just five minutes walk away. Parking. Sleeps one to six. Well decorated, quality furnishings, colour TV, telephone, central heating, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, automatic washing machine, linen and towels included.

Buckingham Street, York, YO1 6DW Guide Prices: Tel/Fax: 01759 388280 £190 pw (low) Email: [email protected] £440 pw (high) www.centreyorkcottages.co.uk Min nights: 2 Contact: William Richardson, Catton Park, Wilberfoss, York, YO41 5QA M Free on-street parking with permit LP 2 cottages: 1 sleeps 5, 1 sleeps 6

Map Ref: Chestnut Farm Holiday L3 Superior holiday cottages and caravans on peaceful family-run park in village by river, only three miles from York. Cottages converted from traditional farm buildings set around secluded landscaped courtyard offering comfortable high quality Set in tranquil woodland just north of York, this unique country hideaway is accommodation. ideal for relaxation or exploring the many local attractions. Pamper yourself in your own individually furnished oak lodge with private outdoor hot tub, cosy Acaster Malbis, York, YO23 2UQ Guide Prices: Tel/Fax: 01904 704676 £260 pw (low) couches, wide screen TV/DVD and large timber deck with sunloungers. £750 pw (high) Perfect for that romantic break, choose a lodge with a four-poster bed and Email: [email protected] Jacuzzi bath. www.chestnutfarmholidaypark.co.uk Min nights: 2 Free private parking LP D Visit Tykes Bar and Restaurant. Golf course and driving range. Long and short breaks 6 cottages: 3 sleep 6, 2 sleep 4, 1 sleeps 2. available. Open all year. City Lets – Letting Agency Map Ref: D4 Scotchman Lane, Flaxton, York, YO60 7RG Guide Prices: 20 Castlegate, York, YO1 9RP Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 468787 Fax: 01904 468791 £446 pw (low) Tel: 01904 652729 / 01904 655454 £300 pw (low) £998 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] £800 pw (high) Min nights: 3 www.griffonforest.co.uk www.cityletsyork.co.uk Min nights: 3 D LP Parking adjacent to each lodge LP D 30 properties: sleep 1 - 6 54 lodges: 23 sleep 2, 25 sleep 4, 6 sleep 5.

Map Ref: Map Ref: Crambeck Court C5 Hodgson’s Choice D5 5 Crambeck Court, Fetter Lane, York, YO1 6BZ Guide Prices: Penthouse 80 / Apartment 53, Bishop’s Wharf, York, YO23 1JF Guide Prices: Tel: 07808 030666 £350 pw (low) Tel: 01904 610351 Fax: 01904 638605 £500 pw (low) Email: [email protected] £500 pw (high) Email: [email protected] £660 pw (high) Min nights: 4 Min nights: 3 www.holidayflatinyork.co.uk www.hodgsons-choice.co.uk Free secure covered parking LP D Free private parking LP D 1 apartment: sleeps 4 (1 double room, 1 twin room) 2 luxury apartments: each sleep 2 adults and baby up to 2yrs.

www.visityork.org Self Catering See maps on pages 61-63

Map Ref: Map Ref: Knowle House / C3 St Peter’s Quarter B4 Well appointed studio, one and two bedroom Three storey, three bedroom home, two with apartments. Within an eight minute walk of en suites including ground floor bedroom, the city centre. Next door to owner’s hotel. garden and garage in peaceful location. Five minute walk from the railway station, Also, ask about our countryside cottages or ten minutes walk from city centre. High visit our website. standard furnishings throughout, very well equipped. Freeview, DVD, washer dryer, microwave, cot, highchair and BBQ.

5 Bootham Terrace, York, YO30 7DH Guide Prices: 33 Bishopfields Drive, Leeman Road, York, YO26 4WN Guide Prices: Freephone: 0800 5836374 Tel: 01904 637404 Fax: 01904 639774 £200 pw (low) Tel: 01473 890056 £480 pw (low) £550 pw (high) £650 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 Min nights: 2 www.hedleyhouse.com www.yorkcityhouse.com LP Free private parking No pets Single garage plus one off-street parking space LP D Studio apartments: 6 1 bed apartments: 1 2 bed apartments: 1 1 house: sleeps 6

Map Ref: Map Ref: Merricote Cottages L3 Talbot Court D4 Eight cottages set in a beautiful rural location provide an ideal Low Petergate, York, YO1 7HZ Guide Prices: base from which to explore the historic city of York Tel: 01944 758222 Fax: 01944 758990 £510 pw (low) £560 pw (high) (three miles), moors and coast. Email: [email protected] www.talbotcourt.co.uk No children under 10 Well furnished and decorated with colour TV, VCR, DVD player Permit parking free LP D and fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, hob and oven. Access to gardens and barbeque area. 2 apartments: sleeping 2 or 2+2 Min nights: 2 Many amenities nearby. Map Ref: York Holiday Homes / D4 Malton Road, Stockton On Forest, York, YO32 9TL Guide Prices: Tel: 07880 727599 Fax: 01904 400846 £220 pw (low) £673 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 1 www.merricote-holiday-cottages.co.uk Free private parking LP 3 x 1 bed cottages. 4 x 2 bed cottages. 1 x 4 bed bungalow.

Map Ref: The Old Rectory G2 107 Hempland Lane, Heworth, York, YO31 1AT Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 423506 £4350 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 £550 pw (high) www.oldrectoryyork.co.uk Free off-street parking for one car LP 1 flat: sleeps 2 - 5/6

Map Ref: Selby Farm Cottages / L4 Enjoy York from your own country retreat! Three beautifully appointed cottages on peaceful family farms convenient for York and historic Selby. Private patios, safe, enclosed gardens and friendly animals. Lots of local knowledge, a home from home for the holiday or business guest. Short stays welcome.

Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 Guide Prices: Tel: 01757 228775 or 01757 618257 £195 pw (low) A varied collection of superior houses and flats in superb www.selbyfarmcottages.co.uk £525 pw (high) central locations including an award-winning development Min nights: 2 of new town houses and three spacious flats in an elegant Ample free private parking 14 LP Georgian house. Also other individual houses and flats in quiet picturesque corners of the city. All beautifully 3 cottages: 1 sleeps 2, 1 sleeps 4, 1 sleeps 6 furnished and equipped. Central heating. Personally supervised. Map Ref: Shambles Holiday Apartments D4 53 Goodramgate, York, YO1 7LS Guide Prices: The Art Shop, 27-27A Shambles, York, YO1 7LX Guide Prices: Tel: 01904 641997 Fax: 01904 613453 £311 pw (low) Tel: 01904 623898 Fax: 01904 671283 £24250 pw (low) £653 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] £4550 pw (high) Min nights: 3 (off-peak) Min nights: 7 www.yorkholidayhomes.co.uk No car parking No children Free off-street parking, either a garage or a parking space under 12 D LP LP 3 apartments: each sleeps 2 14 units: Sleep between 2 and 6

Map Ref: South Newlands Farm L4 Yorkshire Cottages – Letting Agency Two spacious and comfortable three bedroom Choose from a range of cottages located in countryside just south of delightful houses, cottages and York. Pound Cottage and Copper Cottage offer apartments in and around York, en suite bedroom, family bathroom, ideally located for exploring the microwave, dishwasher, TV, DVD player, city and surrounding area. Short laundry facilities and freedom to use the breaks available throughout the surrounding field. Pound Cottage is also year and discounts for smaller suitable for those with hearing impairments parties on selected properties. and limited mobility. South Newlands Farm, Selby Road, Riccall, York, YO19 6QB Guide Prices: Properties in various locations around York and the York area. Guide Prices: Tel: 01757 248203 £295 pw (low) Tel: 01228 406701 Fax: 01228 599970 £225 pw (low) £500 pw (high) £635 pw (high) Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 Email: [email protected] Min nights: 3 www.southnewlands.co.uk www.yorkshire-cottages.info 10 LP Free off-street parking LP D Free private parking 2 cottages: each sleeps 6 16 properties: sleep 2 - 8

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Map Ref: Map Ref: York Lakeside Lodges Next to Garnett House A3 A9 6 Garnett Terrace, Leeman Road, York, YO26 4XX Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 412975 Guide Prices: Free on-street parking £450 pw (low) Min 1 house: sleeps 5 adults + 1 cot £600 pw (high) nights: 3 LP

Map Ref: Happy Days Lodge L3 Florida Keys, Wilberfoss, York, YO41 5PF Email: [email protected] Tel: 07734 972733 Guide Prices: www.happydayslodges.co.uk Two free on site secure parking spaces £250 pw (low) 1 lodge: sleeps 6. Min nights: 6. £450 pw (high) LP

Map Ref: Holmfield M3 Holmfield, Hull Road, Dunnington, York, YO19 5LP Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 488136 www.holmfieldyork.com Guide Prices: £200 pw (low) Free private parking Min nights: 3 1 flat: sleeps 2 £275 pw (high) LP

Map Ref: A taste of the countryside, but with all the advantages of the city of York. Home Farm L4 Scandinavian lodges and cottages, all overlooking our large private fishing Moreby, Stillingfleet, York, YO19 6HN Guide Prices: Email: [email protected] lake, set in mature parkland. With beautiful views, specimen fish, hungry ducks Tel: 01904 728263 Fax: 01904 720059 £260 pw (low) www.homefarmyork.co.uk and rare trees there is something for everybody. Over the road but out of sight Free parking £639 pw (high) Min is a 24-hour superstore, with coach to the city centre every ten minutes. Easy 2 log cabins: each sleeps 4 (1 double room, 1 twin room) nights: 3 LP access to the ring road for touring. Only weekly stays in summer. Brochure Available. Map Ref: inyork holidays – Letting agency E5 Moor Lane, York, YO24 2QU Guide Prices: 11 Walmgate, York. YO1 9TX Guide Prices: £250 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 702346 Fax: 01904 701631 £220-340 pw (low) Tel: 01904 632660 £825 pw (high) www.inyorkholidays.co.uk £460-640 pw (high) Email: [email protected] All properties have parking facilities – call for details Min nights: 3 Min nights: 2 LP www.yorklakesidelodges.co.uk 23 properties: sleep 1 - 8 Free parking LP M D Map Ref: The Juniper C3 1 bedroom sleeps 2 x 2, 1 bedroom sleeps 2-3 x 4, 2 bedroom sleeps 4 x 1, 2 bedroom sleeps 24 St Mary’s, Bootham, York, YO30 7DD Email: [email protected] 4-5 x 5, 3 bedroom sleeps 7 x 1, 3 bedroom sleeps 6-7 x 2, 1 bedroom 2-4 x 1 Tel: 07871 728316 Fax: 01442 890955 Guide Prices: £575 pw (low) www.thejuniper.co.uk Free on-street parking with permit £645 pw (high) Map Ref: D LP York Luxury Breaks E3 1 apartment: sleeps 4 (2 bedrooms) Min nights: 2 1 Keldy House, Lowther Street, York, YO31 7ED Guide Prices: Map Ref: Tel/Fax: 01904 768569 £370 pw (low) Luxury 4 Value C3 Email: [email protected] £490 pw (high) 6 Bedford Mews, Bootham, York, YO30 7EG Email: [email protected] www.yorkluxurybreaks.co.uk Min nights: 2 Tel: 01430 861951 Fax: 01430 861851 Guide Prices: Free private parking LP Free private parking £425 pw (low) Min 1 apartment: sleeps 4 £500 pw (high) nights: 2 D LP 1 apartment: sleeps 4/5 (1 double, 1 twin) Map Ref: Map Ref: Mayfield Cottage 3 Bedford Mews Off A8 C3 46 Mayfield Grove, Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1HL Email: [email protected] 3 Bedford Mews, 108 – 110 Bedford Mews, Bootham, York, YO30 7DG Tel: 01786 818994 Guide Prices: £395 pw (low) Tel: 01904 624964 Guide Prices: £550 pw (low) Email: [email protected] Free on-street parking £420 pw (high) Min nights: 3 Private on-site parking £650 pw (high) 1 cottage: 1 double room, 1 twin room. LP 1 apartment: sleeps 4 (2 double bedrooms) Min nights: 2 LP D Map Ref: The Apartment in York Map Ref: Orchard Lodge L3 D5 Mount Pleasant House, Acaster Malbis, York, YO23 2UP www.orchardlodgeyork.co.uk Postern Close, Bishops Wharf, York, YO23 1JD Email: [email protected] Email:[email protected] Tel: 01904 700924 Guide Prices: £400 pw (low) Tel: 07967 092726 Guide Prices: £420 pw (low) www.theapartmentinyork.co.uk Free private parking £750 pw (high) Free private, secure parking in garage LP £725 pw (high) D 1 log cabin: sleeps 6 Min nights: 3 D 1 apartment: sleeps 4 max in 2 bedrooms. Min nights: 3 LP Map Ref: Map Ref: Pavilion Cottage The Apple Barn M3 A1 Shipton Road, York, YO30 5RE Email: [email protected] c/o The Cottage, Holtby, York, YO19 5UD Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 639258 Fax: 01904 636051 Guide Prices: £595 pw (low) £800 pw (high) Tel/Fax: 01904 488819 www.theapplebarn.co.uk Guide Prices: £255 pw (low) Free unrestricted parking, 3 cars maximum Private off-street parking Min Min nights: 2 LP D £375 pw (high) nights: 2 LP 1 cottage: sleeps 8 (+ 2 + travel cot) 1 cottage: sleeps 2 Map Ref: St Peter’s Grove Map Ref: The Basement B5 C2 1 Dalton Terrace, York, YO24 4DA Email: [email protected] Flat 4, 10 St Peter’s Grove, York, YO30 6AQ Email: [email protected] Guide Prices: Guide Prices: £400 pw (low) Tel: 07900 600150 Fax: 01709 772444 £350 pw (low) www.thebasementinyork.co.uk Tel: 01904 613724 www.annapartments.com £550 pw (high) Please phone to reserve parking £600 pw (high) Min Private parking LP 1 apartment: 1 double bed and 1 double sofa bed nights: 7 LP 1 apartment: sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms Min nights: 2

Map Ref: Map Ref: Bootham Luxury Apartment C3 Swallow Hall L3/4 5 Bedford Mews, 108 – 110 Bootham, York, YO30 7EG Email: [email protected] Crockey Hill, York, YO19 4SG Guide Prices: £180 pw (low) Tel: 07778 854759 Free parking www.boothamluxuryapartment.co.uk Tel: 01904 448219 £400 pw (high) www.swallowhall.co.uk Guide Prices: £500 pw (low) - £600 pw (high) Free private parking Min nights: 3 1 apartment: sleeps 3 (1 double room, 1 single room) LP LP Min nights: 3 D 3 cottages, each sleeping 4. Golf course and tennis court on- site.

Map Ref: Map Ref: Burton Breaks B2 Within the Walls Cottage C5 20 Burton Stone Lane, Bootham, York, YO30 6BU Guide Prices: Email: [email protected] Hampden Street, Bishophill, York, YO1 6EA Guide Prices: Min nights: 3 Tel: 07792 588474 £280 pw (low) www.burtonbreaks.co.uk Tel: 01159 312070 £295 pw (low) Free private and on-street parking £475 pw (high) Min Free on-street parking with permit £495 pw (high) No children 1 apartment: sleeps 1 - 3. 1 house: sleeps 2 - 4 + cot. nights: 2 LP 1 cottage: sleeps 3 - 4 under 11 years LP D

Map Ref: Map Ref: Fairfax Corner C5 York City Apartments E3/E5 26 Fairfax Street, Bishophill, York, YO1 6EB Email: [email protected] Layerthorpe & Lawrence Street, York, YO31 7XE / YO10 3WF Email: [email protected] Tel: 01482 862085 Guide Prices: £410 pw (low) www.fairfaxcorner.co.uk Tel / Fax: 01937 574836 Guide Prices: £375 pw (low) www.york-city-apartments.co.uk Free on-street parking for one car £600 pw (high) Free private parking £510 pw (high) Min 1 eco house: sleeps 6 + cot. Central location. Min nights: 2 LP D 2 apartments: each sleeps 4 (1 double room, 1 twin room) nights: 3 LP D

Map Ref: Min Map Ref: The Feversham E3 York Luxury Holidays nights: 2 D4 5 Feversham House, Jewbury, Monkgate, York, YO31 7PL u Email: [email protected] 6 & 15 Stonegate Court, York, YO1 8QG Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 612749 Guide Prices: £250 pw (low) www.thefeversham.co.uk Tel: 07746 552478 / 01904 766789 Guide Prices: www.yorkluxuryholidays.co.uk Private parking £485 pw (high) Min One free parking permit to be reserved £721(1 bed) D LP Ground floor apartment: sleeps 2 nights: 3 D LP 2 apartments: sleeps 2 and 4 £1085(2 bed) pw)

www.visityork.org Holiday Parks, Camping and Caravanning See maps on pages 61-63

Holiday Parks, Camping and Caravanning Always a popular option, particularly during the summer months, York and the surrounding area has an excellent choice of sites.

As with all accommodation in this guide, we try to ensure that holiday parks and camp sites are regularly inspected. For more information, our Visitor Information Many of those listed are also able to offer self catering Centres will be pleased to advise and make lodges. F bookings on your behalf: tel: 01904 550099 Map Ref: Robin Hood Caravan Park M1 In the heart of Ryedale on the edge of the picturesque village of Slingsby, this privately owned park offers peace and tranquillity. Map Ref: An ideal centre for York, the Moors, Home Farm L4 Heartbeat country and the seaside Moreby, Stillingfleet, York, YO19 6HN Email: [email protected] resorts of Scarborough, Filey and Tel: 01904 728263 Fax: 01904 720059 www.homefarmyork.co.uk Whitby. Caravan pitches: 30 Tent pitches: 15 Green Dyke Lane, Slingsby, YO62 4AP Tel: 01653 628391 Fax:01653 628392 20 Map Ref: Guide Prices: Email: [email protected] Naburn Lock Caravan Park £170 pw (low) L3 www.robinhoodcaravanpark.co.uk £450 pw (high) Naburn Lock Caravan Park, Naburn, York, YO19 4RU Email: [email protected] Min nights: 2 Tel/Fax: 01904 728697 www.naburnlock.co.uk 30 static caravans: sleeping 2-6, 5 static caravans sleeping 2-8, 32 caravan pitches, 32 tent pitches. Caravan pitches: 100 Tent pitches: 14

Map Ref: Map Ref: Allerthorpe Lakeland Park M4 South Lea Caravan Park N3 Allerthorpe, near Pocklington, YO42 4RL Email: [email protected] The Balk, Pocklington, York. YO42 2NX Email: [email protected] Tel: 01759 301444 www.allerthorpelakelandpark.co.uk Tel: 01759 303467 www.south-lea.co.uk 15 Caravan pitches: 37 Tent pitches: 30 Caravan/Tent pitches: 72

Map Ref: Map Ref: Chestnut Farm Holiday Park L3 The Ranch Caravan Park L4 Acaster Malbis, York, YO23 2UQ Email: [email protected] Cliffe Common, Selby, YO8 6EF Email: [email protected] Tel/Fax: 01904 704676 www. chestnutfarmholidaypark.co.uk Tel: 01757 638984 Fax: 01757 630089 www. theranchcaravanpark.co.uk

20 Holiday caravans: 7 (each sleeping 6) No. of caravans/pitches: 25 Caravan pitches: 40

Map Ref: York Golf Range & Touring Caravan Site Map Ref: Goosewood Holiday Park L2 L3 Sutton-on-the-Forest, York, YO61 1ET Email: [email protected] Greystones Farm, Towthorpe, York, YO32 9ST Email: [email protected] Tel: 01347 810829 Fax: 01347 811498 www.goosewood.co.uk Tel: 01904 499275 Fax: 01904 499271 www.yorkcaravansite.co.uk LP D No. of caravans: 100 No. of lodges/holiday homes: 31 Please check facilities when booking. Caravan pitches: 20 Tent pitches: 20

58/59 Visitor Information 01904 550099 For the Key to all symbols see page 26 Hostels Hostels Low cost accommodation for individuals and groups.

If you’re planning to visit York on a tight budget – the city has some excellent hostel accommodation. For advice, speak to Visitor Information or to make a booking, call the hostel direct.

If you need somewhere to stay for a group of ten or more people, our Groups Desk is here to help. With an unrivalled knowledge of local accommodation, we can find you the best place to suit your party. We can also help with sample itineraries and event information. tel: 01904 554653 email: [email protected] web: www.visityork.org/trade

Hostel Map Ref: Hostel Map Ref: The Racecourse Centre A8 York Backpackers C5

Set in a superb Georgian Mansion with all the facilities of a good hostel including TV lounge, restaurant, self-catering kitchen, residents bar, games room, laundry, internet, 24 access night porter and 135 beds.

Perfectly located inside the Medieval city walls close to the centre of York and all it's attractions.

Please contact us for further details and we will discuss your requirements. A great GROUPS ONLY place to stay.

Superior budget accommodation for groups. 132 beds in single, twin or four bedded/family rooms. Spacious lounge/meeting room with DVD, video, TV, OHP etc. Located in safe residential area within easy access of city centre. Excellent value for money.

Open all year, except during the York Races. The perfect venue for tour parties, educational groups, sporting groups, musical societies and choirs, Winners of the: low cost conferences and other common Cyclists Welcome interest groups. Award Walkers Welcome Award

Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1QG 88 - 90 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX Tel: 01904 620911 Tel: 01904 627720 Fax: 01904 339350 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.racecoursecentre.co.uk www.yorkbackpackers.co.uk Free private parking with space for coaches Public car park nearby with charge

Total rooms: 43 Ground floor rooms: 31 Single: 8 Family: 23 Total rooms: 14 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 4

Hostel Map Ref: Hostel Map Ref: YHA York International A2 Huntington House E2 42 Water End, Clifton, York. YO30 6LP Guide Prices: 18 Huntington Road, York, YO31 8RB Email: [email protected] Tel: 01904 653147 Fax: 01904 651230 £450 pw (low) Tel / Fax: 01904 622755 www.huntingtonhouse.demon.co.uk Email: [email protected] Limited on-street parking with charge www.yha.org.uk Total rooms: 8 Ground floor rooms: 0 Single: 0 Family: 6 Free on-site parking Total rooms: 37 Ground floor rooms: 12 Single: 0 Family: 34

www.visityork.org York Timeline

Timeline of events 1240s - 1340s Construction of present City Walls. Prehistoric – Area perhaps called ‘Eburacon’ (meaning 1314 – Edward II decides to base his court in the City ‘The Estate of the Eburos’ or ‘The place where of York. the yew trees grow’) by Ancient Britons. 1390s – Richard II wants to make York the capital of England. 71 – City founded by the Romans and named ‘EBORACUM’ which in 73 becomes the capital 1472 – York Minster is completed and consecrated. of the North of Britannia. 1486 – King Henry VII marries Elizabeth of York, thereby c107 – Construction of stone wall enclosing ending the War of the Roses. approximately 50 acres. 1605 – Guy Fawkes of York is arrested in London and 306 – Constantine The Great declared Emperor of executed after the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot. Eboracum. 1644 – The Great Siege of York by Cromwell’s forces. 400s – Roman withdrawal leaves city open to Saxon 1660s – Political importance of city gradually starts to decline. invaders. 1690s – Government now becoming more centralised in 627 – First Minster built for Saxon King Edwin of London and monarchs very rarely come to York. Northumbria. 1739 – Highwayman Dick Turpin is hanged in York. c640 – Completion of the first stone Minster dedicated to St. Peter. 1829 – Arsonist Jonathon Martin sets fire to York Minster. 700s – City now Saxon capital of Northumbria 1840 – Accidental fire damages the nave of York Minster. ‘EOFORWIC’. 1907 – Substantial Minster restoration programme 741 – City’s second Minster, made of stone, is completed. destroyed by fire. 1975 – Opening of the National Railway Museum, the world’s 866 – Vikings, under Ivan the Boneless, capture largest collection of trains. Eoforwic and name it the Viking Kingdom ‘JORVIK’. 1979 – Discovery of buried Viking village which leads to opening of JORVIK in 1984. 954 – Eric Bloodaxe, last Viking king of Jorvik, dies. 1984 – Fire in York Minster destroys south transept roof and c1000 – City known by its present name YORK. Rose Window. 1020s - 60s York ruled by powerful Anglo & Scandinavian 2005 – The city hosts Royal Ascot at York, the UK’s most Earls. prestigious race meeting. 1066 – Battles of Fulford and Stamford Bridge weaken 2006 – 1700th anniversary of Constantine the Great’s Harold’s army. proclamation as York’s Roman Emperor.

1190 – Massacre of city’s Jewish community (approx. 2007 – York wins European Tourism City of the Year Award. 150 people) in Clifford’s Tower. 1220 – Building of present York Minster begins. Leeds, your Gateway to York fm Flights available from 36 European destinations 1 .99 on Now with direct bus links from Leeds Bradford e wa 9 y inc International Airport to York every hour! . cha rges

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