Discover hidden gems and things to do in York you haven't done before. Dive into unique experiences with treasure hunts, escape rooms and walking tours.
Roman remains, Viking artefacts, a medieval street for slaughtering and a tower with a terrible history, find all this and more in York.
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A curated list of cool, hidden and unusual things to do in York. Explore unique places full history, intrigure and secrecy - dive in and explore some great hidden gems.
Holy Trinity Church York is the site of the UK’s first recorded (although not legal) same-sex union.
Rowntree Park: a gift from a chocolatier, to the people of York.
Ye Olde Starre Inne is York's Oldest Pub!
Could Barley Hall be one of York’s most authentic hidden gems?
Merchant Adventurers’ Hall in York remains the oldest surviving guildhall of its kind in Britain.
St. Mary's Abbey was one of England’s wealthiest religious institutions, until it was destroyed by an infamous British …
Oakwell Hall: inspiring Charlotte Brontë.
Over the years Fairfax House, once at the height of York’s polite society, slipped between roles until being secured as…
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We had a great day. We loved the puzzles. Mistake made in queueing up for cake; it cost us dearly - no stopping next time!
Excellent organisation and a really fun way to explore the city of York. Highly recommended
Great day exploring the city. Puzzles well pitched for tweens to manage themselves.
Really enjoyable ‘Race’ and good to learn about York’s history. Really like the fact that depending on choices the routes are different - will be trying other Cities / routes in the future.
Great experience! Just the right level of difficulty too! Will definitely recommend
Fantastic fun day out, highly recommend
