Best History Museum in Balne

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Best History Museum in Balne

National Railway Museum York
National Railway Museum York
4.7 (18135 ratings)4.5 (16474 ratings)
Railway history and artefacts, with 300 vehicles including steam world record holder, the Mallard.
Leeman Rd, York, YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom
Rail museumMuseumsHistory museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Touropia
12 Best Things to Do in York, United Kingdom
"Located just a short stroll from the city center is the National Railway Museum, which tells the story of rail transport in Britain. Home to more than a million artifacts, as well as over a hundred shiny steam trains, locomotives, and wagonway vehicles, it is remarkably the world’s largest railway museum. Established in 1975, the museum now occupies a series of gigantic railway sheds that were once the North York locomotive depot."
Yorkshire Museum
Yorkshire Museum
4.4 (989 ratings)4 (950 ratings)
Five galleries showcase archaeological treasures plus displays of rare animals, birds and fossils.
Museum Gardens, Museum Street, York YO1 7FR, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory Museums
Mentioned by UniAcco
9 Things To Do In York That You Simply Can't Miss
"The Yorkshire Museum is located in the middle of York Museum Gardens. Yorkshire Philosophical Society opened the museum in 1830, making it one of the first purpose-built museums in the country. This museum was later reopened on 1 August 2010 following an extensive nine-month £2 million refurbishment project."
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
4.6 (684 ratings)4.5 (609 ratings)
1350s building where merchants congregated, with a chapel & an alms house (open daily in summer).
Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD, United Kingdom
History museumSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistorical landmarkNon-profit organizationWedding venueArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
"The Merchant Adventurers' Hall is a restored medieval guildhall dating from the 14th century. The Great Hall is Britain's largest timber-framed building still used for its original purpose. The hall is still used by the Company of Merchant Adventurers of the City of York, now a charitable organization."
Mentioned by Tripsget UK Travel & Lifestyle Blog
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"Another excellent photography spot and Instagrammable place in York is the Merchant’s Hall. The Merchant’s Hall has one of the most impressive guildhalls in the world, and sometimes you can get it empty – it’s incredible for photos."
Barley Hall
Barley Hall
4.4 (426 ratings)4 (557 ratings)
Restored former priory dating from 14th century, with high-ceilinged great hall and exposed timbers.
2 Coffee Yard, York, YO1 8AR, United Kingdom
MuseumsHistorical landmarkHistory museumArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
12 Best Things to do in York
"Barley Hall is a timber framed medieval townhouse lying behind Stonegate, accessed by a narrow snicket. The 14th century house was concealed under the framework of a more modern building and was only discovered during renovation work in the 1980’s. Barley Hall, particularly its recreated banqueting hall, will provide visitors with an accurate experience of what life was like in medieval York."
Mentioned by Tripsget UK Travel & Lifestyle Blog
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"If you want to take a photo wearing a traditional medieval cape in some beautiful surroundings (as well as learn more about the relationship of science, religion and chemistry in the Middle ages in York), head to the Barley Hall, where you can do all that."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"This restored medieval townhouse, tucked down an alleyway, includes a permanent exhibition of life in the times of Henry VIII. It was once the home of York’s Lord Mayor. The centrepiece is a double-height banquet..."
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
4.4 (337 ratings)4.5 (357 ratings)
Archeology museum where children unearth replica historical finds in hands-on excavations.
St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NN, United Kingdom
Archaeological museumMuseumsChildren's MuseumsHistory Museums
Mentioned by york360.co.uk
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"At DIG, you get to discover only the most exciting archaeological artefacts from the 2000 years of history hidden under the streets of York. Our four excavation pits are filled with Roman, Viking, Medieval and Victorian finds, so you can grab a trowel and dig up the clues that show how people lived in these times. DIG, St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NN"
Mentioned by The Ladybirds' Adventures
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"Part of the Jorvik group, this attraction is an introduction to archaeology for kids. It’s suitable for all ages. My toddler enjoyed the under 5’s play area on the second floor whilst my 5 year old did some stained glass painting."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"Under the same management as Jorvik and housed in an atmospheric old church, Dig gives you the chance to be an 'archaeological detective', unearthing the secrets of York's distant past as well as learning..."
The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre
The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre
4.5 (377 ratings)4.5 (124 ratings)
Active convent and former school, now home to local history/religious exhibitions, library and cafe.
17 Blossom St, York, YO24 1AQ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by The Telegraph
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Mentioned by Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
York Mansion House
York Mansion House
4.5 (85 ratings)4.5 (68 ratings)
Tours are offered of this historic home, built for the Lord Mayor in 1732 & still in use.
St. Helen’s Square, York, YO1 9QL, United Kingdom
MuseumsHistorical landmarkLocal history museumWedding venueGovernment BuildingsHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsSpecialty MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
12 Best Things to do in York
"This pink facade building on St. Helen’s Square (near Betty’s Tea Rooms) is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York and has only recently opened to the public. The grand, 800 year old house showcases collections of silverware and ceramics, ceremonial items used by the Lord Mayor as well as recreated 18th century bedrooms and dining rooms. The downstairs kitchen has interactive exhibits and equipment to learn about Georgian cooking ."
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
City Walk: York's Historical Architecture, York, England
"The Georgian-style Mansion House in York is the home of the city's Lord Mayors during their term in office. This is the earliest purpose-built house of this sort still in use – it predates the Mansion House in London by at least 20 years. The foundation stone for the building was laid in 1725, and it was completed seven years later, in 1732."
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Located in the center of the city, the Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York. But along with being a home, this historic house is popular with visitors. The Mansion House exhibits an impressive collection of paintings, silver and furniture."
Greenwoods Clothing Jewellery
Greenwoods Clothing Jewellery
4.4 (26 ratings)
3 Church St, Dewsbury, WF13 1JJ, United Kingdom
JewelerLocal history museumOutdoor clothing and equipment shopWork clothes store
M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time
M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time
4.4 (65 ratings)4.5 (20 ratings)
Michael Marks Building University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9LP, United Kingdom
MuseumArchiveHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Elsecar Heritage Centre
4.5 (3098 ratings)4 (465 ratings)
Heritage center with art & craft workshops, plus historic exhibits, shops & a kids' play area.
Wath Rd, Elsecar, Barnsley S74 8HJ, United Kingdom
MuseumsHistory Museums

Best French Bakery in Balne

Starbucks Coffee
Starbucks Coffee
3.9 (189 ratings)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.
Foss Islands Rd, Layerthorpe, York YO31 7UL, United Kingdom
Coffee shopCafeCoffee storeSandwich shop
Kaspa's Desserts Leeds
Kaspa's Desserts Leeds
3.5 (472 ratings)
THE CORE SHOPPING CENTRE, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 6JB, United Kingdom
Dessert restaurantIce cream shop
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"They’re currently running a reduced menu, but still have loads of different sundaes to tempt you in, from classics like the Banana Split, with strawberry slices, vanilla ice cream, syrup and sprinkles, to the Mango Mania, with Alphonse mango ice cream, fruit pieces and mango syrup."
La Fronda
La Fronda
4.4 (31 ratings)
12 Market St, Bradford, BD1 1LH, United Kingdom
Chocolate shopCoffee shopGift shop
Mentioned by The Yorkshire Press
5 Of The Best Independent Shops in Bradford
"It specialises in middle eastern, artisan chocolate and sweets from highend chocolate boxes, to individual pick and mix chocolates if you prefer to choose your own, Turkish delight in all colours and flavours and my own favourites the delicious chocolate mushrooms. The shop expanded earlier this year to include a cosy cafe in the upstairs room where you can sample Turkish tea, coffee and baklava. The chocolate flavoured Turkish coffee has to be tried, a perfect wide-eyed pick me up if you’ve had an early start."

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Balne

The Spurriergate Centre
The Spurriergate Centre
4.4 (142 ratings)4 (55 ratings)
St Michaels Chambers, Spurriergate, York YO1 9QR, United Kingdom
CafeSights & LandmarksCoffee shopCommunity centerRestaurantArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by York Mumbler
Eating Out in York with Kids
"Spurriergate is open for refreshments and meet-ups Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am to 2.30pm. We have free Friendly WiFi, a soft play area and a warm welcome. Come and meet your friends and make some new ones!"
Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate
Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate
4.7 (115 ratings)4.5 (714 ratings)
Hidden-away and characterful, this 15th-century church has original stained glass and unusual pews.
Goodramgate, York, YO1 7LF, United Kingdom
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by TripHobo
Cultural Attractions in York
"Rarely does one come across a church with so much personality. The 15th century building, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the town, has a marvellous architectural design. The Goodramgatearea comprises of some of York’s oldest structures."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"Tucked away behind an inconspicuous gate and seemingly cut off from the rest of the town, the Church of the Holy Trinity is a fantastically atmospheric old building, having survived almost unchanged for the past..."
Sandall Beat Road Playing Fields
Sandall Beat Road Playing Fields
4.5 (104 ratings)
UK, Sandall Beat Rd, Doncaster DN2 6JP, United Kingdom
Park

Popular Gardens in Balne

Goddards House and Garden
Goddards House and Garden
4.6 (462 ratings)4.5 (409 ratings)
National Trust stately home, built for the founder of the famous chocolate company, Terry's of York.
27 Tadcaster Rd, Dringhouses, York YO24 1GG, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
City Walk: York's Historical Architecture, York, England
"Thomas Atkinson, an 18th century English architect, is famous for remaking the Bishopthorpe Palace in York in the Gothic Revival style. Though a rather influential figure of his time, very little is known about Atkinson's private life. His house, located at 20 St. Andrewgate, is one of the sparse evidences of his life in York."
Wentworth Woodhouse
Wentworth Woodhouse
4.6 (1454 ratings)4.5 (732 ratings)
Europe's largest privately owned house, combining baroque and Palladian architecture, with tours.
Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7TQ, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksGardenHeritage buildingHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Lakeside Lake
Lakeside Lake
4.6 (832 ratings)
Doncaster, DN4 5NX, United Kingdom
ParkGarden

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Balne

The Brewers Arms
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3.9 (777 reviews)
Monk Fryston Hall Hotel
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$55 /night
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4.9 (11 reviews)
The Old Mill Cawood
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$189 /night
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