York Trip Overview
Enjoy a walking tour of York where the former officer-guide will give you insight into York’s criminal history, up until the present day. Learn about a serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper, the unusual dealings at the York Magistrates Court and the old police station where police officers first started working from in 1892. Hear stories of dark dealings along the River Ouse. Visit the most famous street in York –the Shambles, one of the city’s 14th century streets, which played prominently in the Harry Potter films. Immerse yourself in the mysteries in the city’s sites which have stood for more than 2000 years, one of the world’s oldest police forces and of the city’s oldest inhabited house. Your private tour finishes at Guy Fawkes Inn in High Petergate, a traditional Yorkshire pub which overlooks York Minster.
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: York, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting York, England, United Kingdom
Enjoy a walking tour of York where the former officer-guide will give you insight into York’s criminal history, up until the present day. Learn about a serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper, the unusual dealings at the York Magistrates Court and the old police station where police officers first started working from in 1892. Hear stories of dark dealings along the River Ouse. Visit the most famous street in York –the Shambles, one of the city’s 14th century streets, which played prominently in the Harry Potter films. Immerse yourself in the mysteries in the city’s sites which have stood for more than 2000 years, one of the world’s oldest police forces and of the city’s oldest inhabited house. Your private tour finishes at Guy Fawkes Inn in High Petergate, a traditional Yorkshire pub which overlooks York Minster.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Clifford’s Tower, Tower Street, York YO1 9SA England
Visit Clifford’s Tower built by William the Conqueror
Stop At: Dick Turpin’s Grave, 6 Leadmill Lane Corner George Street, York YO1 9QH England
Hear tales of The Highway Man at Dick Turpin’s grave
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Guy Fawkes Inn, High Petergate, York City Center, Skelton, York YO1 7HP England
Your private tour finishes at Guy Fawkes Inn in High Petergate, a traditional Yorkshire pub which overlooks York Minster.
Duration: 30 minutes
