York

While my mom is visiting, we are taking a two and a half day trip to York.  I wish it was longer, but, due to dogs and work schedules, that is all we can do. 

Anyway, as it is one of my favorite places on earth, I have ideas of where to take her: York Minister, Clifford's Tower, Jorvik Viking Centre, the Shambles, walking around some of the medieval churches in the city.  What am not sure of is quaint little places to eat.  I would like to avoid some of the chain places and eat at great local spots.

Last time I was there (7 years ago), I ate at a wonderful pub that was in Guy Fawke's birthplace.  Is it still there?  Does anyone know the name of it?  They had the most fantastic traditional British food!

Suggestions for great places to eat and great things to see most welcome!

The Little Shambles tea room in the city centre is very nice for a mid-afternoon break- I always make a stop there whenever I'm in York.  Yummy scones & jam and a pot of tea, at a good price.

Yes it is.  It's changed hands several times I believe.  It currently has scaffolding up, so I'm not sure if it's open, but it's there. 

What are you looking for?  Nice places, pubs, or what?  Lendal Cellars, just up from the high street but near the post office is an old wine cellar of a monastary.  I also like the punch bowl on stonegate, which was a Whiggist coffee house.  Very quaint.  I also like the Old White Swan's food, which has themed rooms.  Also, the Olde Starre Inne has some good food, and is cheaper and right across from the Punch Bowl.  All centrally located.  Those are all pubs.  They have chain food, but they are fun, cute little places.  Feel free to pm me.  I know of a few little places here and there that are good.  Let me know what you are looking for, price ranges and stuff.  I'm happy to give directions and offer more recommendations.

how about one of the many haunted inns in york, then you can really have spirits with your meal   http://www.locationyork.co.uk/haunted-york.html

There's a really nice little Italian restaurant in the Shambles, and Little Betty's is great for tea.  The train museum is well worth seeing as well (I was dragged there but ended up really enjoying seeing all the old carriages). 

The train museum is well worth seeing as well (I was dragged there but ended up really enjoying seeing all the old carriages). 

Ooh, yes!  The train museum is quite interesting- R and I went there last summer and I enjoyed it.

My mom and I did a weekend trip to York last Sept. It was great! We took the train up early on Saturday. We did a free walking tour of the city (there are free city guides, and we happened to catch a tour that left from the art museum). We then walked around and explored the Minster, and went to Betty's for a large lunch/tea.

On Sunday we took the bus out to Castle Howard, which was very impressive. This was primarily for my mother, who was a huge fan of Brideshead Revisited, but I really enjoyed it too--particularly the gardens.

Enjoy your trip!

Its the Guy Fawkes Inn.  The railway museum also has a ferris wheel like the London Eye (think its also operated by BA - hope you don't have any luggage ) so that may be something to consider.  You might want to check online first to see if you get any online offers like the Eye before going.     Don't forget the Fudge Kitchen!

Modified: Sorry, just had a look.  The Yorkshire Wheel is £6 for adults.  Doesn't look like there're any online deals.   

While my mom is visiting, we are taking a two and a half day trip to York.  I wish it was longer, but, due to dogs and work schedules, that is all we can do. 

Anyway, as it is one of my favorite places on earth, I have ideas of where to take her: York Minister, Clifford's Tower, Jorvik Viking Centre, the Shambles, walking around some of the medieval churches in the city.  What am not sure of is quaint little places to eat.  I would like to avoid some of the chain places and eat at great local spots.

Last time I was there (7 years ago), I ate at a wonderful pub that was in Guy Fawke's birthplace.  Is it still there?  No it got burn down Does anyone know the name of it?  They had the most fantastic traditional British food!

Suggestions for great places to eat and great things to see most welcome!

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Yes it is.  It's changed hands several times I believe.  It currently has scaffolding up, so I'm not sure if it's open, but it's there. 

What are you looking for?  Nice places, pubs, or what?  Lendal Cellars, just up from the high street but near the post office is an old wine cellar of a monastary.  I also like the punch bowl on stonegate, which was a Whiggist coffee house.  Very quaint.  I also like the Old White Swan's food, which has themed rooms.  Also, the Olde Starre Inne has some good food, and is cheaper and right across from the Punch Bowl.  All centrally located.  Those are all pubs.  They have chain food, but they are fun, cute little places.  Feel free to pm me.  I know of a few little places here and there that are good.  Let me know what you are looking for, price ranges and stuff.  I'm happy to give directions and offer more recommendations.

That's brilliant!  Thanks!  I am looking more for pubs or just places with a nice atmosphere.  My mom has never been to the UK and she specifically wanted to go to York, so, I want her to have as nice a time as possible.  Too bad about the Guy Fawkes place.  I was really looking forward to the best Guinness Pie I have ever had. Boo!

The Little Shambles tea room in the city centre is very nice for a mid-afternoon break- I always make a stop there whenever I'm in York.  Yummy scones & jam and a pot of tea, at a good price.

That's on the list!  I went there the last time I was in York and loved it.  I wish I had been to York more.  I would seriously give my right arm to be able to live and work there.  I am that in love with the place (medieval stuff surrounding me is like heaven ha ha!)

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York is one of Britain's most beautiful cities.  I grew up in Whitley Bay, near Newcastle upon Tyne and was fortunate enough to visit the city several times when I was growing up.

You can hear about York's wonderful heritage from Roman times to the present day with the Best of York Walk Talk Tour audio downloadable tour which you can listen to via your iPod, MP3/MP4 player or cell phone.

York Minster is incredible, but there's so much more to see in the historic capital of the White Rose County.  You can see Clifford's Tower, the wonderful Merchant Adventurers' Hall, the Shambles (some say the oldest preserved Medieval street in Europe) on the Best of York tour.

http://www.walktalktour.com [nofollow]

That's brilliant!  Thanks!  I am looking more for pubs or just places with a nice atmosphere.  My mom has never been to the UK and she specifically wanted to go to York, so, I want her to have as nice a time as possible.  Too bad about the Guy Fawkes place.  I was really looking forward to the best Guinness Pie I have ever had. Boo!

That's on the list!  I went there the last time I was in York and loved it.  I wish I had been to York more.  I would seriously give my right arm to be able to live and work there.  I am that in love with the place (medieval stuff surrounding me is like heaven ha ha!)

Ooooh... if pie is what you are looking for, try one of the real ale pies from one of the local brewery pubs.  The are FANTASTIC!!! 

I'll be honest, if you are looking for that good old fashioned English atmosphere, then in York, it's mostly the pubs.  I'm struggling to think of a restaurant that has that.  Oh, and my husband voted for the Mason's Arms which is on the south edge of the city, just beyond city centre, down from Clifford's Tower.  Huge portions, and good food. 

Also, if it's warm and sunny, walk along the river.  There are often boats on there, and if you follow the path for a little over a mile, you pass by some farms, with sheep, etc. 

Don't forget the Dungeons..fabulous.

Also, if the weather is good, take your mom for a walk on the city walls.

There's a wonderful Thai restaurant near Micklegate Bar (just inside the walls) called Old Siam.
Also I thoroughly recommend the York Brewery pubs, you can also do a tour of the brewery but maybe your mum won't be up for that! 
How about a boat trip on the river if the weather is good.