Tag Archives: Historic

Black Swan

The Black Swan on Peasholme Green is without doubt one of York’s most aesthetically striking pubs, and this two storied timber framed building is as interesting as it is attractive. This medieval grade II* pub was originally a private dwelling … Continue reading →

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Red Lion

The Red Lion has one of the strongest claims to the title of ‘York’s oldest pub’. The beautiful timber framed, grade II listed building sits on Merchantgate looking incongruously at a modern apartment block and the decaying shops and concrete … Continue reading →

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Golden Fleece

Located opposite the end of the Shambles, the historic and reputedly haunted Golden Fleece is subsequently frequented by its fair share of tourists and so its prices are ever so slightly on the high side. The presence of visitors to … Continue reading →

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Golden Ball

Upon entering the narrow entrance corridor of The Golden Ball for the first time it is difficult to comprehend just how much there is to behold inside the walls of this Victorian street corner pub. The first reason to rejoice … Continue reading →

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Blue Bell

Who said good things come in small packages? thepubsofyork.com doesn’t know, but reckon whoever did utter the phrase could well have been talking about Blue Bell. This fantastic little place is situated on Fossgate slightly away from the well trodden … Continue reading →

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Ackhorne

Nestled down St Martin’s Lane a quiet traffic-free sidestreet, you’d be forgiven for hurrying past it to get away from the bodily fluids being emitted by patrons of the establishments on Micklegate. However, If throwing alcopops down your neck isn’t … Continue reading →

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