York
Properties and events in York
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
A Place to Connect - Church of the Holy Redeemer, York
Our Grade II listed church will be open for guided tours, self-led trails and children's activities, relating to our rich heritage. On Wednesday a Community Cafe in the church hall will provide lunches and light refreshments.
All Saints North Street - Church Heritage Tours
Find out more about the fascinating history of a medieval parish church with stained glass and church heritage tours
Catacomb tours and guided walks @ York Cemetery
Join us underground for a peek into the rarely opened Catacombs under the Chapel at York Cemetery. You can also enjoy a short talk and fascinating walk around the Cemetery with an expert guide.
Community, Faith, and Commerce: Connecting Medieval York
Catch a glimpse of the real Medieval York as we take a close look at some of the surviving cornerstones of daily life through walking tours, guild meet and greets, and more family-friendly activities!
Fishergate Postern Tower
See inside this watch-tower on York’s City Walls. Rarely open to the public, our volunteers are on hand to show off the spiral staircase, Tudor toilet and timber roof. Find out about the history of the Walls and look out for any approaching invaders!
Games from the Past
Join us for a creative look at some of our favourite objects at DIG. We will be playing mini games and handling objects to learn more about archaeological finds.
Goddards
Explore this hidden garden on the edge of York. The former home of the Terry family (think Chocolate Orange).
Into Battle! The Art of British War Comics
Explore the art and history of the best of British war comics. View this new touring exhibition, created by Rebellion Publishing & Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum. See original comic cover and panel art on public display for the very first time.
Medieval-themed Children's Crafts
Fun, relaxed craft activities for children inspired by the history of our medieval parish church
Poppleton Community Railway Nursery
Heritage tours of vintage greenhouses and buildings, demonstration narrow gauge railway running (weather permitting), family treasure hunt, craft stalls.
RAF Snaith Museum
Drop in at Pollington Heritage Centre, showcasing the rich history of RAF Snaith and the Women’s Land Army
Walmgate Through Time
In our FINAL open day at Willow House, come see how the area has changed (or not!) over the past several centuries.