Since the 7th century, York Minster has been at the centre of Christianity in the north of England. Today the Cathedral and Metropolitan Church of St Peter in York remains a thriving church welcoming …

Discover York Minster’s hidden spaces normally closed to public access and hear untold stories from the cathedral’s past. Take a journey with one of our expert tour guides to learn more about how parts of …

Explore one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals. Experience our vast spaces and breathtaking medieval architecture, discover our Roman roots and learn about the Minster’s role in Viking York.

It took more than 60 years to complete, with the finished product measuring 63m long, 32m wide and 29m high, making it the highest and widest medieval Gothic Nave in an English cathedral.

Scroll to explore In this section York Minster is a thriving church, the Mother Church of the Northern Province of the Church of England and the seat of the Archbishop of York.

Delve into the historic and human stories which have shaped the Minster we see today, from our Roman roots to the staff and volunteers who care for the current cathedral.

The Dean and Chapter is abolished when York surrenders to Sir Thomas Fairfax and his Parliamentary forces. The surrender agreement protects the Minster and other York churches.

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Go above the rooftops of York and explore one of York Minster’s architectural gems with our hidden tour of the Chapter House roof and old Mason’s Loft. Learn how 13 th century Masons used a …

Follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, discover the Minster’s connections to Viking York and see archaeological finds from across the centuries in state-of-the-art chambers beneath the cathedral.