Religious Sites in York
Religious Sites in York, England
Religious Sites in York
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- FinediningAmberSalisbury, UK190 contributionsWe were lucky enough to see a play "Midsummer Nights Dream" (performed by a local company) at this quaint and pretty little 18th century church. This church has one of the best examples of boxed pews which would have been used by the families who worshipped here. Therefore, it was a rather unique and unusual setting for a Shakespeare play but a very worthwhile and enjoyable experience. The play was jolly good too!!Written 9 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mezzar12Australia786 contributionsVery glad we made the effort. The views from the very top and the walkway half way up are spectacular. Our youngest has just turned 8 which is the minimum age to do the climb. It’s 270 winding, narrow steps broken up with a narrow walkway at the 100 step mark. The stairs themselves weren’t an issue for us as we’re fairly active and those in front set a pretty steady pace, people who don’t like tight spaces might struggle as there are a few very narrow areas and once you’re going there’s really no way out but up!Written 21 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- John MLyon, France2,062 contributionsSt Michael le Belfrey on High Petergate is a living everyday church, as the largest parish church in York, but only open to the public at certain times. We got there on a Sunday afternoon, when it was almost empty and quite dark. The architecture is referred to as “Perpendicular gothic”, visible on the straight vertical lines of the central pillars, and the windows. The lantern tower is also perpendicular, built along Victorian lines when fires were lit in the tower Fires were lit in the tower as there were no streetlights to guide people in the absence of streetlights. The inside canbe rather gloomy, especially on a wet day, but the pulpit has been renovated and the lectern has a trademark mouse on its plinth, with an area for the musicians on a stage nearby.
On the right of the church is the Guy Fawkes Pub, who is supposed to have been who was baptised there on the 16th of April in 1570, before he became a Roman Catholic and tried to blow up Parliament in 1605. St Michael le Belfrey has replaced a church dating back to 1294 and is sited near to the place where the Emperor Constantine was proclaimed Roman Emperor in 306 AD. So, lots of history to consider in this area and worth a visit.Written 19 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SteveS1970Coventry, UK8,903 contributionsIt seems the reformation took a while to take hold in York and Catholics were still following their faith even though suffering persecution. Margaret sorted an horrific death as a consequence.
It’s been a while since I have popped in here and there has been a lot done to it in recent years, worth a visit whilst passing through The Shambles.Written 31 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - johnhp702Derby, UK20,289 contributionsSits in the shadow of the Minster but this is a very beautiful church, so peaceful and tranquil and free to enter which is a bonus compared to other attractions close by.Written 27 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- johnhp702Derby, UK20,289 contributionsWith so many things to see this church is so easy to just walk past, do not, take a few minutes to go inside, it is so peaceful and quiet.Written 26 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FyingKiwiChristchurch, New Zealand1,132 contributionsTucked away on the edge of the museum gardens is this little gem full of history. Visually it has considerable appeal, including stained glass windows, which can clearly be added to when the occasion arises. It also has a wonderful old stone wall.Written 27 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Neil KLiverpool, UK829,468 contributionsSt Martins Church is a wonderful historic church in the historic city centre that's just a joy to behold.
The most notable feature about this church is the evocative stone tower ,this medieval church is certainly eye catching ,I love the look of the building,so photogenic ,there's also a really good clock protruding from the church which looks amazing,all in all a great church to check out if you're in the area and easy to locate along Coney Street.Written 1 March 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LostInTimePittsburgh, PA23,010 contributionsThis place I passed on a walk through the town. It’s really a beautiful spot. It looks really old but still in use. It’s really a nice spot for those feeling religious.Written 18 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Neil KLiverpool, UK829,468 contributionsHeading to The Blue Boar Pub I passed this beautiful church and payed it a little visit.
A fine looking church,one of the most historic in York,parts of this church date from the 11th century but it's mostly 15th century architecture we see today,I love the evocative stone tower ,so beautiful ,buried in the grounds of St Mary's Church in an unmarked grave is notorious highwayman John Nevison,it's a wonderful church to check out if you're in the area and easy to locate along Bishophill Junior .Written 5 March 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - enjoyinglife49Paisley, UK415 contributionsNot as grand as the Minster but worth a visit. Beautiful place with lots of character and tranquility. A nice place to rest and reflect.Written 26 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LostInTimePittsburgh, PA23,010 contributionsThis nice old church is a bit of a walk from the Minster. It’s old and has a graveyard around it. It’s pretty cool looking and had a lot of spring flowers. Nice place.Written 18 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- enjoyinglife49Paisley, UK415 contributionsA beautiful small church with lots of lovely stained glass windows and characteristics you expect from the periodWritten 26 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Neil KLiverpool, UK829,468 contributionsOn a freezing cold night my twin brother Stephen and I were pub hopping down Micklegate when we passed this beautiful church that looked really impressive.
A wonderful example of Victorian architure at it's best ,a Grade II listed church building,there's a grandness to this church building,the facade is so photogenic ,it's most definitely one of the finest buildings down Micklegate with the exception of Micklegate Bar,I took a few photos before moving onto the pub across the road namely The Nags Head Pub ,a beautiful church,if you're in the area well worth seeking out.Written 20 March 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Neil KLiverpool, UK829,468 contributionsYork is justifiably famous for its beautiful architecture, so many ancient sites ,so many different architectural styles, it's a city I love to explore and take in the great buildings both modern and old .
I chanced upon Calvary Church as I was wandered around this part of York,a beautiful brick building, to me it looked like a huge stabling building but on closer examinations it became clear it was a place of worship, the brickwork is exquisite, looks awesome, cant comment on the interior, never entered but I was suitably impressed with this building to take a few photos before moving on.
Easy to locate along Barbican Street, most definitely well worth checking out if your in the area.Written 17 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
