About York

Just two hours north of London is the medieval and historic walled cathedral city of York. A place of contrast where old meets new and is rich in heritage with a history that goes back to before Roman times. Within the 13th century walls lie magnificent architecture surrounded by twee cobbled streets. The thriving modern city complete with an abundance of newly built shopping areas is located on a confluence of two rivers, the Ouse and the Foss. In medieval times York became an important trade centre for textiles thanks to the river Ouse.