Bedsearcher's Guide to York Minster

York Minster

York Minster was built between the 12th and the 15th Century and is the largest Gothic church in England. It is 524 feet (160m) long and 249 feet (76m) wide.The height from floor to vault is over 90 feet (27m).The twin west towers are about 184 feet (56m) high, and the lantern tower 234 feet (71m). A visit to the Central Tower offers excellent views over the city. The Foundations Museum under the Minster shows how the present building was constructed on the site of a Norman Cathedral, which was itself built on a Roman Fort. Voluntary guides are usually on duty from 09.30 (10.00 in winter) until approximately half an hour before evensong. Two million people visit York Minster every year, whether as tourists or pilgrims.

Hotels near York Minster

There are many hotels near York Minster which can be booked online through Bedsearcher. The York Minster hotels vary in price and quality, ranging from unrated but still pleasant budget York Minster UK hotels to five star luxury York Minster UK hotels. York Minster hotels leave you excellently placed for a day at York Minster and where you can really explore the area. York Minster UK hotels can be found often within walking distance of York Minster and hotels a little further away from York Minster are ideal as a base for touring the entire area. Many York Minsters hotels offer parking and a range of other facilities, including many York Minster hotels with leisure facilities, ensuite rooms, babysitting services and restaurants. There are many cheap and expensive hotels near York Minster and these are ideal for a relaxing retreat or an overnight stay before or after visiting York Minster. Booking in advance is advisable in many York Minster UK hotels as they are very popular due to their proximity to York Minster although some hotels near York Minster will have spaces if you're visiting during the quiet season. There are many hotels near York Minster and many of these can be booked directly through Bedsearcher.

How to get to York Minster

York Minster is only a few minutes walk from the city centre and is signposted from every direction.

Opening Times

York Minster is open from 7am to 8.30pm during the Summer and 7am to 6pm during the Winter. Restrictions may apply at certain times.

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