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York witches and history walking tour

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$15.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

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Do this because

Explore the secrets of the Shambles on a witchcraft-themed walking tour
Marvel at the grandeur of one of the world's most magnificent and iconic cathedrals, York Minster
Enjoy the sights of the architecture of medieval buildings and gorgeous Georgian townhouses
Explore the alleys, ginnels and snicklets of the city and walk through York's longest snickelway
Hear historical tales and legends that focus on witchcraft

What to expect

Discover the wicked history of York as you explore the secrets of the Shambles on a witchcraft-themed walking tour. Join your character guide and listen to the legends and folklore of York’s medieval old town.

Join a characterful witch guide to discover York’s history on this spellbinding walking tour. Watch out on the cobbles as you lend your ear to terrible tales of the witches of Yorkshire. Tread lightly as you walk through York Minster, Petergate, and Stonegate – the very grounds on which these mysterious and sometimes sinister events occurred.

Meet your guide at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, the smallest street with possibly the longest name in York. It is said the name means ‘What a street’. Explore the alleys, ginnels and snicklets of the city and walk through York’s longest snickelway; narrow alleys in the streets of York.

Back to where it all began, this spellbinding old town walking tour lets you discover the wicked history of York!

What's included

Guided walking tour

Where

Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate, York YO1 8BL, UK

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at the Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate.

What to remember

Know in advance:

while this tour is suitable for wheelchair users, please note there are cobbled streets and uneven pavements
this tour runs whatever the weather, please come prepared
where there are hazards or weather issues, the guide will give due warning and guidance or avoid them completely
children (age 0-4) participate for free
the tour has a maximum capacity of 30 people

Remember to bring:

comfortable walking shoes

Provider

Enthral Experiences

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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