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- German
- English
Step off the grand thoroughfares and slip into the hidden arteries of medieval York. On this immersive redthread tour, you will navigate the city's ancient 'Snickelways'—narrow, shadowy passages where history isn't found in royal decrees, but in bizarre street names, ghostly folklore, and the gritty reality of everyday life. Join sociologist Lukas and local expert Lena as they decode the secrets of York's forgotten alleys, revealing a world of medieval red-light districts, phantom women, and the overwhelming sensory landscape of the past.
- A 0.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 64 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Social Fabric & Everyday Life and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From York's main station, take local public transport toward Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes. Check the current local connection on the day of travel. The tour starts at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate.
The tour ends at Hornpot Lane. From here, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to York's main station. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate
The shortest street in York with the longest name, historically linked to the city's whipping post.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
An atmospheric, shadowed alley named after an 18th-century mayor's wife, steeped in ghost lore.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A narrow passage famous for the dark, true-crime legend of Mad Alice—a story with a surprising twist.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A seemingly ordinary street that hides its scandalous medieval past as the city's red-light district.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The longest Snickelway in York, blending medieval monastic architecture with Georgian coffee house culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A tiny, easily missed passage that reveals the overwhelming sensory and industrial reality of medieval trades.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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