York is one of the oldest conurbations in England and has come a long guise since the Romans original produced a fort between the River Foss and the River Ouse. The city that grew up around it was originally termed Eboracum and strong protective walls were built, forming the base of the metropolitan area walls that remain nowadays. The rectangular gatehouse of Micklegate drinking house marks the main entrance to the metropolitan area, but thankfully traitor's heads are no longer displayed there to deter rebellions.



Named after the Treasurer of York Minster and assembled over a Roman road, the Treasurer's House and Garden is not every one of that it seems. Join a ghostly myth excursion and determine why the eccentric Yorkshireman Frank Green threatened to return to haunt Treasurer's house if any of his furniture was ever removed or a journey of the cellar where ghostly Roman soldiers have been seen marching on the bygone road running through the house. Once you have recovered your nerve, a pay a visit to to the award-winning tearoom is highly recommended. Delectable Edwardian-style breakfasts, high teas and suppers are served in a relaxed and peaceful environment.

The Eden Camp now history Theme Museum situated on the junction of he A64 and A169 approximately half fashion between York and Scarborough is well worth a hit. Housed within an original Prisoner of War camp, you will experience the sights, sounds and even smells of life on both the home front and front line when, World War Two. Brimful catering facilities, a public house and gift shop are on site and it will be an arousing and educational day out for the family. Eden Camp is open seven days a week from 10 am to 5 pm and it is suggested that at least four hours is allowed for a awash look up to the six acre site. The Ryedale Folk Museum at Hutton-le-Hole, York celebrates the rich culture of North Yorkshire from the Iron Age roundhouse to the 1950's Post Office and is also a widely known day out for every one of ages.

Forget one-form systems, extortionate parking charges and tedious traffic jams! Head for Monks Cross Shopping Park or Clifton Moor Retail Park, both easily accessible from the A1237 York Outer Ring Road. All major High Street stores are represented there, including Marks & Spencer, Boots, Monsoon, Clarks, Top Shop, New Look, Next, River Island, W H Smith, BHS, PC World, Dunelm Mill, Wilkinson's, Wickes, Tesco's, Matalan, Roseby's, Pets at Home and Argos. There are also many restaurants, cafes, recreation complexes and fitness centres to pick from. Thousands of free parking bays and late night shopping will help to make a trip to Monks Cross or Clifton Moor a gaiety and fruitful experience for the whole family.

Travel by the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to pay a call the seaside city of Whitby for a traditional British holiday experience. Take a break in the Tea Room at Grosmont Station - a genuine 1950's railway junction - find fabulous souvenirs in the two Gift Shops, inspect the engine sheds and view the locomotives under restoration. Goathland or "Aidensfield" as it is recognized to fans of Yorkshire TV's Heartbeat suggests a refurbished Warehouse Tea Room with authentic furniture and findings, restored coal drops and a cattle dock to recreate the old North Eastern Railway of 1922. Take time out to adore the peace and tranquillity of the 1912-style station of Levisham, which is surrounded by walks and wildlife.

York is an experience that shouldn't be missed - from the world-leadng cathedral and countless to its eerie ghost walks and the musicians in the market district - there is never a dull moment in this appealing borough.