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  • Medieval Churches of York

    Description:

    Did you know that in medieval York there were around 40 churches, eight monasteries and friaries and countless chapels and chantries. This leaflet will help you explore some of York’s lesser known treasures, the surviving medieval churches. It may take a day or more to visit all of the churches featured inside. Take your time, each and every one is worth it.

    What You Will See:

    St Michael le Belfry, Holy Trinity, St Helen's, Holy Trinity, Bar Convent Museum and more

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  • Roman Trail

    Description:

    York is a city almost 2000 years old, founded when the Roman 9th Legion built their fortress on the north-east bank of the river Ouse sometime around AD71. The legion were sent north from Lincoln to rescue Queen Cartimandua of the local British tribe, the Brigantes, from the forces of her former husband, an enemy of Rome.

    What You Will See:

    St Leonard's Place, Multandular Tower, Yorkshire Museum, Roman Baths and more

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  • The Minster Close

    Description:

    Did you know that for many centuries there was, within the busy medieval walled city of York, another wall! Behind that wall was another city: the Liberty of Saint Peter, a city within a city.

    What You Will See:

    Peter Prision, St Michael Le Belfrey, Constantine and the Roman Column, York Minster, Treasurer's House and more

    Download the The Minster Close PDF