This small convent of Catholic sisters was founded in 1686. The splendid neo-classical domed chapel was built in 1766 to designs by Thomas Atkinson. The dome is painted white, with accents in gold. Eight fluted columns support the dome. Joseph Hansom, inventor of the hansom cab, was baptised here in 1803.
17 Blossom Street,
York,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO24 1AQ
A superb Gothic church, one of the finest in England. The Minster was built around the tomb of St John of Beverley, an 8th century bishop of York. The Percy Canopy in the nave is perhaps the finest example of Decorated Gothic carving in existence. The minster has the largest collection of medieval misericords in Britain, plus a large number of carvings depicting medieval musical instruments.
Minster Yard North,
Beverley,
Yorkshire,
England,
HU17 0DP
The Church of St Peter at Howden is a 13th century building founded as a collegiate church. The core of the church still serves as the parish church for Howden, but the collegiate structures, including the chapter house and chancel, stand as substantial ruins beside the church. The ruins are beautifully decorated with Gothic carving.
Howden,
Yorkshire,
England
St. Cuthbert, who seems to have gotten about quite a bit during and after his lifetime (see Durham), was once guestmaster at the 7th century Celtic monastery here, but it was not until 1836 that Ripon became a cathedral. The original nave (circa 1180) had no aisles, the only illumination was from the clerestory. There is a Saxon crypt, but the rood screen and the choir stalls with their rich and allegorical carving are the chief interest. Lewis Carroll, author of Alice in Wonderland, is supposed to have been inspired by the strange beasts carved here.
Ripon,
Yorkshire,
England,
HG4 1QS
A gem of a Victorian church designed by William Burges in the 1870s. Burges created a flamboyant scheme of decoration that is very much 'High Church', with sumptuous marble, stained glass, and gilding throughout.
Ripon,
Yorkshire,
England,
HG4 3DY
In 627 King Edwin of Northumbria was converted to Christianity and built a wooden oratory here. This was later rebuilt in stone, but the present Minster is almost entirely a Gothic structure. The transepts date to the early 13th century, and are vaulted in wood, not stone. The polygonal chapter house, built without a central pier, is also vaulted in wood. At the crossing there is a series of 15th century sculptures of all the English kings from William the Conqueror to Henry VI. The true glory of York, though, lies in its stained glass. This was a visionary cathedral, in the sense that the architects tried to apply the Gothic principle of the window being more important than the wall. The north transept and the great east window, which relates the history of the world, are marvels, and much of the glass is original.
York,
Yorkshire,
England
All Saints possesses a fine collection of original 14th century stained glass. Two windows of note depict "Corporal acts of Mercy", and the "Pricke of Conscience". Look for the stained glass figure depicted wearing eyeglasses. The church dates back as far as the 12th century, though much of what remains was added in the 14th and 15th centuries. The West tower, 120 feet high, is 15th century. The church was heavily restored after a 1997 fire.
North Street,
York,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO1 6JD
The second All Saints church in York is easily noticed due to its striking octagonal 15th century lantern tower. In the medieval period a lantern was hung from the tower to act as a beacon for travellers in the Forest of Galtres to the north. The church, first mentioned in the Domesday Book, is the burial place of 39 Lord Mayors. Look for the 12th century door knocker depicting the Mouth of Hell.
High Ousegate,
York,
Yorkshire,
England
Tucked behind a row of houses said to be among the oldest in England is the 15th century Holy Trinity church. There was a church on this site at the time of the Domesday Book, but most of the present church exterior dates from the 17th and 18th centuries. The red brick entrance was built in 1776. The interior is notable for its irregular box pews, also 17th century, and some fine medieval stained glass.
off Goodramgate,
York,
Yorkshire,
England
Just to the south of the Minster is the low, squat shape of St. Michael-le-Belfry. Just inside the entrance is an enlarged copy of the church registry dated April 16, 1570, recording the baptism of Guy Fawkes. The current church was built in 1525-37, replacing an even earlier building. The interior contains an elegant 1702 gilded reredos and 16th century carved benches.
High Petergate,
York,
Yorkshire,
England,
YO1 7HH
Within easy reach of the M1 the Holiday Inn Rotherham-Sheffield M1, Jct.33 is close to both the town and countryside. Some of the prettiest villages in the North of England are to be found in the nearby Peak District National Park also with the Magna Centre, Chatsworth House, Hallam FM … more >>
Set in an elevated position overlooking the breathtaking countryside of North Yorkshire and Teesdale The Cottage offers 1 double bedroom with ensuite shower room, wash basin and toilet, 1 twin bedroom, separate bathroom with bath, wash basin and toilet, very large sitting/dining room with log fire. Beams throughout the cottage. Fully equipped kitchen.
Patio with garden furniture and far reaching views. Only weekly bookings accepted Christmas & New Year.
