York is the ultimate blend of history and modern vibes, perfect for a weekend escape. Wander the medieval streets, snap pics in the iconic Shambles, and dive into buzzing cocktail bars or cozy pubs. Explore quirky shops, riverside cafes, and soak up the city's legendary ghost stories on a nighttime tour. With its mix of culture, charm, and fun, York guarantees a weekend you’ll want to relive again and again.
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York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe and features some of the most beautiful stained-glass windows in the world.
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The city is still surrounded by its medieval city walls, which stretch for over 2 miles and are among the most complete in England.
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The oldest continuously licensed premises is in York, the Ye Olde Starre Inne, dating back to at least 1644, with a building of even older date.
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York has been featured in several films and TV series including, Harry Potter (York Train Station, and Diagon Alley is allegedly inspired by The Shambles) and Castle Howard (Duke of Hastings’ estate in Netflix’s Bridgerton).
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Guy Fawkes was born in York, Dame Judi Dench, actors David Bradley (Argus Filch in Harry Potter) Mark Addy (Robert Baratheon in Game of Thrones) and radio host Jordan North were also born in York.
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York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe and features some of the most beautiful stained-glass windows in the world.
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The National Railway Museum, located in York, is the largest railway museum in the world. It houses many historic trains, which set a world speed record in 1938.
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York hosts several annual festivals, including the York Festival of Food and Drink, the York Literature Festival, and the Jorvik Viking Festival.
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York is home to one of the oldest and most famous horse racing tracks in England, the York Racecourse.
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York: where history lingers, cobbles charm, and ghosts whisper—ancient walls wrap a city brimming with timeless character and cozy vibes.
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