Join a 90-minute festive walking tour in York to explore the history, tales, and traditions of Christmases past. Discover the secrets of England’s most Christmassy city and uncover the origins of Rudolph’s red nose and Boxing Day. Get into the spirit of Christmas in Britain’s original Christmas city!
Join a 90-minute festive walking tour in York to explore the history, tales, and traditions of Christmases past. Discover the secrets of England’s most Christmassy city and uncover the origins of Rudolph’s red nose and Boxing Day. Get into the spirit of Christmas in Britain’s original Christmas city!
- York Minster - Did the first Christmas Festival take place here in 521AD? What is on the Altar at York Minster? Shelter in the shadow of this magnificent Gothic Minster and marvel at the Christmas Festivals this part of York has seen over the last 1500 Years.
- York Theatre Royal - We pass by the Theatre Royal as we venture to another…
- York Minster - Did the first Christmas Festival take place here in 521AD? What is on the Altar at York Minster? Shelter in the shadow of this magnificent Gothic Minster and marvel at the Christmas Festivals this part of York has seen over the last 1500 Years.
- York Theatre Royal - We pass by the Theatre Royal as we venture to another historical cultural venue and find out the significance of a Victorian Author who created Christmas as we know it.
- York Mansion House - York - The Chocolate City. Christmas wouldn’t be complete without this festive York-born treat!
- Stonegate - Enjoy the wonderful lights and hear stories of medieval Christmas and the shopping of Christmas past.
- The Roman Bath - What happened at Saturnalia, the Roman December festival? What did we take from it for our celebrations today.
- Shambles Market - Should we really kiss under the mistletoe? and why would you eat fruitcake with cheese?
- Parish of All Saints’ Pavement - The Viking Mid-Winter Solstice is explored - what did we take from it for our traditional Christmas.
- Professional Blue Badge Guided Walking Tour
- Professional Blue Badge Guided Walking Tour
Embark on our daily 90-minute Festive Themed Walking Tours, delving into the History, Stories, and Customs of Yuletide periods of yore. The streets of York have been home to joyful celebrations for nearly two millennia. Underneath the twinkling lights, roam through the medieval streets and immerse yourself in the traditions and historic tales of this…
Embark on our daily 90-minute Festive Themed Walking Tours, delving into the History, Stories, and Customs of Yuletide periods of yore. The streets of York have been home to joyful celebrations for nearly two millennia. Underneath the twinkling lights, roam through the medieval streets and immerse yourself in the traditions and historic tales of this Magnificent Wintry City.
Don your favorite Christmas Sweater and participate in a socially distanced journey led by Blue Badge Tourist Guide, Sarah Cowling, capturing the Essence of Yuletide. Ponder whether York is truly England’s premier Christmassy City. Learn the origins of Rudolph’s Red Nose, identify the Grinch who attempted to abolish Christmas, and discover which renowned author shared his tales in York, bequeathing us with the tradition of Boxing Day.
We will narrate tales of Christmases Past, from the lavish festivities of Roman Britain to the winter feasts of the Vikings, all contributing to our current-day Christmas celebration. Join us in Britain’s first-ever Christmas City - we may even stumble upon some takeaway mulled wine!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.