St John, Micklegate
The simple rectangular building dates from the 12th century. In additional to its role as a church it has also functioned as an arts centre and a bar.
St Crux, Pavement
Originally the largest medieval parish church in York after its rebuilding in 1424, it was demolished in 1887. The Parish Hall, the only extant building related to St Crux, now contains …
St Helens, Stonegate
Situated on the site of the main entrance to the Roman legionary headquarters, it includes an historic churchyard. It’s prominent position suggests it is a site of ancient sanctity. Inside …
St Cuthbert, Peasholme Green
The site of this church is one of the oldest foundations in York. A place of worship has likely stood here since the 7th century. The existing building dates back …
St Mary, Castlegate
The church dates back to roughly 1020. A dedication stone inside reads that the church was built by ‘Efrard & Grim & Aese’ – likely Viking patrons. The remains of …
St Margaret, Walmgate
Six medieval churches were located in the Walmgate area, but now only two remain. The building dates from the 12th century, although the brick tower is 17th century. The Norman …
All Saints, North St
Founded in 1089, the church grew over subsequent centuries to include up to five altars in the church, but these were removed during the Reformation. The spire is 14th century. …
St Andrew, St Andrewgate
This simple church is located in what is now an affluent part of York, but in the 16th century it was a poor parish. Dating from the 1400s, the church …
St Martin Le Grande, Coney St
The earliest masonry is from 1080, though the church is thought to be older. The church was largely destroyed in a bombing raid on 29 April 1942, but the 15th …
St George’s Chapel, St George’s Field
The Knights Templar owned a quantity of land in Yorkshire, including a preceptory at Copmanthorpe just outside York. Within the city they leased an spur of land south of York …
St Michael, Spurriergate
Now a café, the church was founded after the Norman Conquest. Its oldest features are the pillars that support the roof. The tower, lowered in the 1960s, is home to …
Holy Trinity, King’s Square
Known as Konungsgarthr or King’s Garth in the 10th century, some have suggested this small square was the site of the royal palace of the Kings of Deira, Northumbria and, …