Walmgate Bar
This is the only gatehouse to retain its outer defensive barbican. The bar is largely 12th century, but has been much restored. Its wooden doors are 15th century. At its …
Dick Turpin’s grave
Beyond the city centre, opposite St. George’s Church not far from Walmgate Bar, lies a small forgotten cemetery. Few gravestones remain and the area is mostly used as a public …
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 …
Bowes Morrell House
The plan of this timber-framed L-shaped building, incorporating an open hall, is unique in York.
Dating from 1396, it is the only remaining building of four, built following the granting of a …
Franklin’s Yard
This lane, near the River Foss, opens from Fossgate into a courtyard housing a number of small York businesses.