York Mansion House

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York Mansion House guided tours are back! From February 5th 2020, we will be running tours at 2pm from Wednesday-Sunday (subject to guide availability). Please visit our website for more information, and check social media for daily updates.

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York Mansion House is masterpiece of Georgian architecture, and a celebration of the city it inhabits. Built in 1732 as a home for the Lord Mayor of York, the Mansion House has been at the centre of York society and civic life ever since.

An indulgent space designed for entertaining, and even hosting royalty – should they come to call – this beautiful home is now an inspiring, interactive journey through York’s past and present. Follow the sweeping staircase throughout the house, bypassing the intimate Drawing Room flooded with light, galleries housing a fascinating collection of civic silver still used today, and shadowy rooms filled with robes of Lord Mayors past and present. Moving downstairs, discover the working, historically recreated Georgian kitchen, complete with winding passages of pantries and store-cupboards. Join us for 18th-century cooking demonstrations at 11:30am and 2:30pm everyday, and watch the house come to life as the fire is lit and delicious smells creep up the narrow stairs.

For your little ones, a world of treasure hunting awaits. From dragons and swords, to surprises hidden in secret drawers and behind paintings, pick up a trail and let them lead you on an adventure. With iPad guides and interactives in every room, bringing history to life, as well as an immersive, digital cooking experience, there is enough to keep them entertained all year round.

NEW FOR 2020:

In February 2020, we are excited to be launching our exciting new Lord Mayor's trail – led by the Lord Mayor’s very own dragon – Siggy!

Throughout 2020, we have a fantastic programme of events; from specialist chocolate workshops and immersive trails, to mayoral murder mysteries and exclusive exhibitions. Stay up to date, and find out more!