Best History Museum in Strensall

We've collected top 10 mentioned history museums in Strensall from other articles such as Best in York Guide, The Telegraph, Culture Trip.

Best History Museum in Strensall

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."
Mentioned by galtreslodge.uk
York Attractions
"We love the railway museum not least because Rebecca’s dad is a train enthusiast and could spend hours in here reading every tiny detail on every sign next to every exhibition!. Great for kids with live shows and hands-on activities. Entry is free, but if you can afford it, it’s nice to make a small donation to keep this attraction thriving in York for years to come."
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 viator.com
THE TOP 10 Things To Do in York | Attractions & Activities
"The Yorkshire Museum chronicles millions of years of Yorkshire history, from the Jurassic period through to Viking and medieval times. Highlights of the eclectic collection include a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite that came crashing to Earth in 1881, the hair bun of a Roman teenager, and a Viking sword."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"Most of York's Roman archaeology is hidden beneath the medieval city, so the superb displays in the Yorkshire Museum are invaluable if you want to get an idea of what Eboracum Roman York was like."
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 viator.com
THE TOP 10 Things To Do in York | Attractions & Activities
"As the name implies, York’s Merchant Adventurers were merchants. They traded along the English coast, northern Europe and sometimes as far as the Baltic and Iceland, bringing back an assortment of desired goods to York. The city was an important river port and the wealthiest city in Northern England, second only to London for most of the Middle Ages, allowing the merchants to make enough money to build the Hall between 1357 and 1361."
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 Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
"Barley Hall is a (somewhat controversial) restored medieval townhouse and hospice dating from 1386. The building was built by the monks of Nostell Priory and was once home to the Lord Mayor of York. The house is decorated to recall the late 15th century home of William Snawsell."
Mentioned by Tripsget UK Travel & Lifestyle Blog
Best York photography spots [Instagrammable places in York]
"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
Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar
Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar
4.3 (253 ratings)4 (178 ratings)
800-year-old landmark with displays on the history of the city's walls and its inhabitants.
Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory Museums
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"This exhibition, housed inside York's most impressive city gate, explores the reign of Henry VII (r 1485–1509), the first Tudor king of England, who defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field, the..."
Scarborough Castle
Scarborough Castle
4.5 (5747 ratings)4.5 (1888 ratings)
Medieval castle on site of ancient stronghold with coastal views, expansive grounds and live events.
Castle Rd, Scarborough, YO11 1HY, United Kingdom
CastleSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistory museumMuseumWar museum
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Scarborough (Yorkshire, England
"Occupying the 91-metre promontory between the north and south bays are the remnants of Scarborough’s Medieval castle. This indomitable roost over the North Sea was a hill fort in the Bronze Age, and in the fourth century was used as a signal station by the Romans. You can now locate the ruins of an Anglo-Saxon chapel, built around 1000 on the site of the signal station."
Mentioned by South Yorkshire 4 days itinerary
Our Easter Bank Holiday Weekend in Yorkshire – The Itinerary
"Next we made our way up the hill to Scarborough Castle. This medieval keep is in a commanding location, it would have been a spectacle to behold and easy to defend. The castle is mostly ruined now, but it is great to walk around and learn about the 3000 year history of the site."
York Army Museum
York Army Museum
4.5 (221 ratings)4.5 (200 ratings)
Snug war museum spotlighting local WWI regiments, with military exhibits & interactive activities.
3 Tower St, York, YO1 9SB, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory MuseumsMilitary Museums
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
MuseumsBed & breakfastConference centerGardenHeritage museumHistory Museums
Mentioned by Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
Mentioned by The Telegraph
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Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
4.2 (258 ratings)3.5 (294 ratings)
Interactive museum dedicated to the 1480s reign of Richard III set within a medieval city gate.
Monk Bar Ct, York, YO31 7PD, United Kingdom
MuseumGift shopHistory Museums
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Top 10 Museums And Galleries In York
"The Wars of the Roses, the Plantagenets, and Richard III are events and characters embedded in the history of York, so what better place to get to grips with one of the main players than inside the city walls?. Located in Monk Bar gatehouse, where the top floor was commissioned by Richard himself, the Richard III Experience takes you on a journey through the king’s short-lived reign, including what life was like in York during the late 15th century, and a selection of changing exhibitions. While there, don’t miss the chance to walk around the city walls, arguably York’s greatest monument, and make for the sister Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar, easily reached in around route that even includes a few pubs along the way."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"The best-preserved of York's medieval city gates houses this museum which explores the life and reign of Richard III (r 1483–85) and his impact on York, and sets out the case of the 'Princes in the Tower',..."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Strensall

The Belfrey
The Belfrey
4.8 (87 ratings)4.5 (146 ratings)
Historic church in a 16th-century Tudor-Gothic building with a bell tower & Anglican services.
High Petergate, York, YO1 7EN, United Kingdom
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksChurchArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious Sites
National Trust - Treasurer's House, York
National Trust - Treasurer's House, York
4.6 (719 ratings)4.5 (1478 ratings)
Well-preserved house filled with 17th- and 18th-century furniture, ceramics, textiles and paintings.
Minster Yard, York, YO1 7JL, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
12 Best Things to do in York
"The quirky Treasurer’s House lies directly behind York Minster and was extensively renovated in the late 19th century. However, the renovations were not of their time but were designed to emulate historical houses of different eras so that the owner, Frank Green, could ‘authentically’ house his collection of historical artefacts. From the timber frame medieval feel of the grand entrance hall to the Victorian bedrooms, this is a house that will keep you guessing!"
Mentioned by Around York
Historical buildings and museums in York
"Treasurer’s House is located a few metres from the York Minster and has a history spanning 2,000 years. The house features a collection of antiques including furniture, ceramics, textiles and paintings. 445 metres from the Minster.Minster Yard, York, York YO1 7JL, United Kingdom"
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."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Strensall

Chico's
Chico's
3.6 (102 ratings)
York, YO1 6DA, United Kingdom
Takeout Restaurant
Mentioned by Gastroranking
The best restaurantsof fast food in York Yorkshire and The Humber
"06/07/2021: We ordered a donner kebab and a chicken kebab, they were very expensive for a takeaway and were the worst kebabs we have had. We also had to wait 10 minutes for them (fast food?).The donner was the saltiest thing I have ever tasted; I only had one fork full and could not continue.The chicken kebab was dried out.Both were served on a weird pancake sort of thing.The garlic sauce was like a thick sour cream.The only thing that stopped me taking them back was the fact that the woman serving was abrupt and scary!"
KFC Scarborough
KFC Scarborough
3.5 (547 ratings)
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides.
28 Huntriss Row, Scarborough, YO11 2EF, United Kingdom
Fast food restaurantChicken restaurantChicken wings restaurantFried chicken takeawayTakeout Restaurant
Shambles Kitchen
Shambles Kitchen
4.6 (199 ratings)
28 Shambles, York, YO1 7LX, United Kingdom
Sandwich shopFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by the Guardian
Top 10 budget restaurants, cafes and pubs in York
"The Shambles Kitchen dishes up a few other items (cakes and smoothies, wraps, a daily soup such as chickpea, lentil and harissa), but there is no doubting the main draw: its pulled pork sandwich. Dripping in its own juices and long on flavour, the meat is slow-cooked for 12 hours and served on fat buns with a peppy raw slaw and a choice of sauces – go for the smoked apple. At £5.50 a pop, these are not particularly cheap baps, but it is tasty tackle and you are putting money into a business where, in stark contrast to the many chains which crisscross York, everything is cooked from scratch using local ingredients."
Mentioned by Little Vikings | Things To Do In York For Kids
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"Shambles Kitchen is one of York’s original purveyors of street food, and is still one of the best. As well as their tiny permanent home on the famous Shambles, they can often be found selling their popular meat sandwiches, loaded fries and sausage combos on Shambles Market or Parliament Street. Vegan and veggie options are available, and they even do a kids’ hot sandwich too."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best restaurants in York, England
"Fast food doesn't mean unhealthy at this hugely popular little takeaway (there are only three tables inside). The place is best known for its pulled-pork sandwiches on sourdough bread, but there are also yummy..."

Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Strensall

Loch Fyne Restaurant & Bar
Loch Fyne Restaurant & Bar
4.5 (647 ratings)
Upscale chain restaurant serving sustainably sourced British fish & seafood, plus some meat dishes.
Fossbridge House, Walmgate, York YO1 9SY, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurant
Mentioned by Brunch or Breakfast?
18 Best Brunch and Bottomless Brunch in York 2021
"Loch Fyne was “brought to life by two oyster enthusiasts, Johnny and Andy, who started selling their oysters from a small shack on the west coast of Scotland. We now have 22 Restaurants up and down the country, providing fresh, sustainably sourced seafood dishes; much of which is delivered fresh from the loch itself.”  Loch Fyne have a good brunch menu including Baked eggs, Loch Fyne Kippers, Avocado, pink grapefruit and chilli and the Loch Fyne Breakfast (grilled sausage, back bacon, black pudding, haggis, mushroom, baked beans, tomato, egg how you like it and toasted sourdough)."
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Places For Lunch In York, City Centre
"Although Loch Fyne is part of a chain, it still provides a personal experience to your dining. Starting out in the 1970s on the west coast of Scotland, Loch Fyne has spread all the way down to the south of England. Its wonderful location in York has it sitting on the gorgeous River Foss (Loch Fyne is on the right in the photo), in a beautiful old building that has retained much of its original fixtures that provide a unique experience for its costumers!"
Golden Grid
Golden Grid
4.1 (778 ratings)
Fish 'n' chips and seafood dining in a 3-floor Victorian venue with harbour views.
4 Sandside, Scarborough, YO11 1PE, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurantFish & chips restaurantFish and seafood restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best restaurants in Scarborough, England
"The Golden Grid is a sit-down fish restaurant that has been serving the best cod in Scarborough since 1883. Its starched white tablecloths and starched white aprons are staunchly traditional, as is the menu: as..."
Cafe Fish
Cafe Fish
4.3 (295 ratings)
Charming venue with a cheery vibe offering a variety of locally sourced seafood dishes.
19 York Pl, Scarborough, YO11 2NP, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurantFish and seafood restaurant
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best restaurants in Scarborough, England
"This old-school seafood restaurant champions local catch such as Scarborough lobster, crab and turbot. Service is a little over the top and the background music is oh-so-cheesy, but nevertheless it does a good..."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Strensall

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ChocoLets - The Lion Suite
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Monkbar Apartments
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$122 /night
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The Hideaway
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$244 /night
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