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York - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
We know that not all the
attractions in York are listed.
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YORK MODEL RAILWAY LTD
Tearoom Square, York Station, York, YO24 1AY
Tel: 01904 630169
This little exhibition
is easily missed in its spot beside the railway
station but it is in an ideal place for
miniature rail enthusiasts. This is a show for
adults and children alike, with 323 metres of 00
gauge track making up the four main oval systems
in the central display.
Also a large N gauge track with a
Germanic theme plus a large area for children
containing Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends.
Up to 21 trains running at any one time. There are interactive buttons throughout. A
large well stocked gift shop is attached.
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YORK MINSTER SHOP
The Minster, York, YO1 7HG
Tel: 01904 557219
Web:
www.yorkminster.org
The York Minster shop offers a large selection
of unique and interesting gifts to suit both
local customers and the many visitors that come
to York each year. A selection of our most
popular products, including books, CDs and
jewellery are available to buy now at our secure
online shop.
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THE YORK DUNGEON
12 Clifford Street, York, YO1 9RD
Tel: 01904 632599
Fax: 01904 612602
E-mail:
york.dungeons@merlinentertainments.biz
Web:
www.thedungeons.com
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The York Dungeon invites
you to a unique feast of fun with history’s
horrible bits.
Live actors, shows and special
effects transport you back to those black, bleak
times.
Are you brave enough to delve into the
darkest chapters of York’s history?
You know
you’ll love it!
The Opening hours and admission to The York
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Open everyday except
Christmas day.
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Uncovering the
Archaeological Bounty of York
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Murton Park Viking Village -
Photo:
Martin Norman
CCL |
With its varied and likely continuous occupation
from Roman times through the present, York is an
excellent spot for the archaeology enthusiast to
gain fieldwork experience.
The city is home to many already-excavated sites
of archaeological interest, and visitors may
also immerse themselves more thoroughly into the
city's history by participating in a training
dig.
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Yorvik Brass Rubbing
Centre
53 Skeldergate, York, YO1 6DS
Tel: 01904 630456
Web:
www.brass-rubbing.com
Create your own piece of history as a souvenir
of your visit to York. Relax in peaceful
surroundings and try out this traditional
English pastime. Brass rubbing involves making
an image of a historical figure, using special
paper and waxes. The centre also stocks an
interesting range of jewellery and gifts.
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York Brewery
12 Toft Green, Micklegate, York, YO1 6JT
Tel: 01904 621162
E-mail:
info@yorkbrew.co.uk
Web:
www.yorkbrew.co.uk
Visit York's friendly and independent Brewery,
where beer is brewed using traditional methods.
Join one of the daily guided tours around the
brewery, for an informative and entertaining
insight into the art of the master brewer. The
tour includes one pint of beer sampling. After
the tour you can relax in the Brewery Tap Bar
where the full range of beers may be purchased.
Brewery merchandise available.
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Murton Park
Murton Lane, York, YO19 5UF
Tel: 01904 489966 Fax: 01904
489159
E-mail:
Amanda@murtonpark.co.uk
Web:
www.murtonpark.co.uk
Four great family attractions in one. From the
Four Seasons exhibition hall and Livestock
buildings to fields and pens at the Yorkshire
Museum of Farming. Step back in time to
Brigantium, the Roman Fort and Danelaw Dark Age
Village - where you just might bump into a
Roman, Viking or Saxon amongst the recreated
buildings. The Derwent Valley Light Railway
operates on Sundays.
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York Racecourse
The Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX
Tel: 01904 620911 Fax: 01904
611071
E-mail:
enquiries@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Web:
www.yorkracecourse.co.uk
"Racecourse of the Year 2001" by both the
Racegoers Club and the Racehorse Owners'
Association . To be at York Races is to be a
part of a truly special occasion - a major
sporting and social event, keenly anticipated
and fondly remembered. We at York aim to provide
our customers with great sporting events ...
bringing many of the world's top riders and
thoroughbreds together to compete for some of
racing's most famous and cherished prizes.
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York Maize Maze
Botland Farm, Heslington, York, YO10 5EG
Tel: 01904 415364 Visitors Booking
Line: 01904 415364 Fax: 01904
427829
E-mail:
info@yorkmaze.com
Web:
www.yorkmaze.co.uk
The UK's largest Maize Maze is opening near
York. The 27 acre puzzle has a Viking theme and
over 5 miles of pathways to get lost in! The
maize plants grow up to 8 ft tall creating a
unique experience for visitors. Refreshments and
a picnic area are available. The maze will be
harvested in October and used as cattle feed for
the winter. The maze entrance is located within
Grimston Bar Park & Ride. Follow the signs for
the Grimston Bar Park & Ride, or catch the bus
from the city centre.
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York Shambles
Shambles, York YO1 7LZ
Tel: 01904 676167
E-mail:
info@yorkshambles.com
Web:
www.yorkshambles.com
Shambles (also known as 'The Shambles') is a
bustling centre piece of historic York. The
street today is one of the UK's most visited and
has become a wealth of shopping, tourist
attractions, restaurants and many other things
to see and do, including tours, ghost walks and
historic talks. If you want to know York, you
need to know Shambles. Visit our website for the
history of this famous street, news, info and
event listings.
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FLAMINGO LAND
Kirby Misperton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17
6PZ
Tel: 01653 668287
E-mail:
groups@flamingoland.co.uk
Web:
www.flamingoland.co.uk
Flamingo Land is the
UK’s only Theme Park, Zoo and Holiday Village,
all set in over 375 acres of North Yorkshire
parkland.
Flamingo Land has some of
the most x-treme coasters and rides in the
country with a great selection for all the
family including new for Summer 2007 Splash
Battle and Splish Splash our new water ride and
interactive water park. See website.
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Ghost Hunt of York
3 Westfield Cottages, Newton on Derwent, York,
YO41 4DG
Tel/Fax: 01904 608700
E-mail:
dextrous@ghosthunt.co.uk
Web:
www.ghosthunt.co.uk
An exciting choice for an evening out, whatever
the weather the Ghost Hunt takes you through
York's darker side, a world of the sinister, the
uncanny and the unexplained. The hour or so tour
takes you through the streets and snickleways of
York, join our professional guide for an evening
of horror and hilarity. No need to book. Private
bookings and enquires.
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Yorkwalk
3 Fairway, York, YO30 5QA
Tel: 01904 622303 Visitors
Booking Line:
01904 622303 Fax:
01904 656244
E-mail:
admin@yorkwalk.fsnet.co.uk
Reach the parts of York other visitors miss!
Entertaining Historical Guided Walks. The best
way to see York is on one of our fascinating
walks. Let our qualified guides inform and
entertain you as they personally conduct you
around the ancient city of York. Daily walks -
click on our website for full details. No need
to book, just turn up on the day. Private
bookings welcome at any time.
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FLAMINGO LAND
Kirby Misperton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17
6PZ
Tel: 01653 668287
E-mail:
groups@flamingoland.co.uk
Web:
www.flamingoland.co.uk
Flamingo Land is the
UK’s only Theme Park, Zoo and Holiday Village,
all set in over 375 acres of North Yorkshire
parkland.
Flamingo Land has some of
the most x-treme coasters and rides in the
country with a great selection for all the
family including new for Summer 2007 Splash
Battle and Splish Splash our new water ride and
interactive water park. See website.
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