York Fire Walk: Uncover the City's Fiery History with Expert Guides
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4 Ratings
York
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- What better place to kick off our Bonfire Walk than the very church where Guy Fawkes was christened?
- We will craft a vivid narrative about the numerous fires that have ravaged York Minster over the centuries, right at Minster Yard near its South entrance.
- At 23 Stonegate, we’ll provide an exciting account of the life and contributions of a prominent York-based scientist.
- Situated next to the City Screen and the remnants of St Martin’s Church, we’ll narrate how a Frenchman played a crucial role in preventing York from being reduced to ashes.
- St Sampson’s Square is our last stop, where we will uncover the secrets of maintaining Roman legionnaires’ comfort and warmth.
What's Included
- An on-foot tour of York led by an expert guide
Additional Information
Join us on the exciting York Fire Walk and delve into the city’s flaming past. With our knowledgeable guides, Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, you will encounter an adventurous volcano-tracker, the French hero who prevented York from going up in smoke, and the tale of how York Minster appeared in the Land of Fire. And of course, there’s a character named Guy Fawkes involved. As part of the York Fire Walk, be prepared to enjoy some sparks!
Additionally, we are pleased to provide the York Fire Walk as a private tour. Drop us an email to inquire about private booking.
Location
Yorkshire Museum
We start the York Fire Walk outside the Yorkshire Museum, in York Museum Gardens.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Anneo5809eo
Nov 6, 2023
York Bonfire Walk - Very interesting and informative tour of some lesser known sights. Friendly and well informed guide. Enjoyable, and highly recommended.
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Gwenn_l
Jul 5, 2023
Good Educational Tour - The best part about the tour was that it ended up being a personal tour for just the two of us. It wasn't cancelled due to low numbers! Can't beat a one on one (two) learning experience. There wasn't so much an emphasis on "fire" in York so maybe find a different twist to the tour. But the info was still fabulous and different from info we heard on another walking tour.
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Colin
Feb 1, 2022
Good Tour, great guide - Well told, sready paced tour along the Fosse and Ouse, full of history and making interesting connections. We are locals and learned a lot. Simon had maps and old photographs that we passed round and compared with the present view. There was wit and wisdom and every question had a full yet brief answer. Real value for money!
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Dawnbg4867su
Nov 6, 2021
Great experience - This was a really interesting and informative walk. Guides were really clued up on the subject, and made it fun too.
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