"I hadn't expected to learn so much about my own city but it was packed with fascinating history that I had no idea about."

If you're looking for York walks with a difference, join York's Hidden History as we uncover our city's ancient, natural, and scientific secrets. Our expert guides, Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, bring York's Hidden History to life with knowledge and humour.

Throughout the year, we offer private tours and walks for individuals, couples, families, and groups small and large. Please drop us an email (yorkshh@gmail.com) and we'll be happy to discuss what you're looking for.

York Unlocked weekend

For the York Unlocked weekend of October 7th & 8th, we are offering some special 'York's Hidden History Unlocked' walks. On Saturday 7th, we'll hunt for medieval hospitality, lost lanes, and the troublesome Dr Slop, whilst on Sunday 8th we'll be looking for fossils, glaciers, and the world's first telescope factory. Find out more and book your tickets here.

York Bonfire Walk

Join us this Bonfire Night, Sunday November 5th, at 2pm or 4pm for a family-friendly, fire-powered tour of York. On the York Bonfire Walk we'll meet some incendiary York schoolboys, the flammable Martin brothers, and the French pilot who helped save the city from burning to the ground. Spaces are limited, so please book your tickets in advance via Tripadvisor.

Elements of York
Our 'Elements of York' walks - the York Air Walk, the York Fire Walk, the York Earth Walk, and the York Water Walk - uncover the ancient, natural, and scientific secrets of the city. They last 90 to 120 minutes, and tickets must be booked in advance via our Tripadvisor page.

Guilded Tours of York's Hidden History
Our Guilded Tours start and finish outside York Guildhall, and uncover the medieval city hidden within the streets and buildings of modern York. They last around an hour, and you can pay on the day (cash/card) or book advance tickets online. Please check our Eventbrite page for the latest schedule.

Family events and Private tours
Our Guilded Tours and 'Elements of York' walks are aimed at over-11s. However, we also offer family events, such as York fossil hunts and museum activities, and are very happy to lead private tours of York for families and groups. Please drop us a line at yorkshh@gmail.com and we'll be happy to chat.