by Admin | Nov 1, 2024 | Blog
One of the pleasures of exploring York is the often unexpected and intriguing discovery of something interesting and decidedly unusual. One such object can found in North Street Gardens by the banks of the River Ouse. On first sight there appears to be a...
by Admin | Oct 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Tempest Anderson was born in Stonegate, York in 1846. After being educated at St. Peters School he studied medicine at London University. On returning to York Tempest became a consultant at the County Hospital following in his fathers’ footsteps. His work at the...
by Admin | Sep 12, 2024 | Blog
Taking place on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September this year, at the York Racecourse,the York National Bookfair is a regular fixture in the city’s cultural calendar attracting visitorsand sellers from across the UK and beyond. This year’s event is set to impress...
by Admin | Aug 15, 2024 | Blog
A hunchbacked murderous tyrant or a much-maligned monarch? Whatever you may think about King Richard III, there is no doubt that he was greatly loved by the people of the North, and by the citizens of York in particular. As Duke of Gloucester and as King he was...
by Admin | Jun 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
York is an ancient city dating back to AD 71 when the Romans landed, so we are surrounded by history and thankfully our visitors to York can get a good sense of its past when strolling around the streets. Join me as we discover a city where we can walk through history...
