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The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice

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Overview

The City of York walls are the most unique and complete in the country. They have also seen their fair share of blood with heads spiked on Micklegate bar, a medieval Jewish massacre and cannon fire from the Civil War in 1644.
Join award winning Mad Alice on a gruesome walk on the walls as she highlights some of the tragedies that have taken place on and around the ancient stones.
This 2 hour tour will visit 3 of the 4 gateways as visitors have the option to complete the 2.5 mile circuit with the guidebook given by Mad Alice at the end or wander back to city centre if the truth has become too much to bear.

What's Included

  • York City walls map with additional information
  • Entrance into Micklegate Bar Experience
  • Entrance into Yorkshire Museum
  • Entrance into York Art Gallery
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Meeting Location

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Micklegate
York YO1 6JX, UK

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End point

Sentinel House
Peasholme Green, York YO1 7PP, UK

Close to The Black Swan pub. 5 minutes walk away from Shambles and 3 minutes walk to the next stretch of city Walls.

What To Expect

Micklegate Bar

The ""Great Gate" inside the ancient city of York. This is the gateway where Kings and Queens have passed through and where many have lost their heads.... this is where we climb the steps to walk the walls in a clockwise direction.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum Gardens

These 10 acres of beautiful botanical gardens hide the history of nearly 2000 years. See parts of the Roman fortress wall, the medieval hospital, the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey and learn about the treasures of the Yorkshire Museum.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Exhibition Square

Soak in the history of King's Manor where Henry VIII stayed with his 5th Wife and learn about who saved the city walls from total destruction during the 19th Century.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bootham Bar

The oldest of the 4 gateways that stands on Roman entrance into Eboracum. It still contains it portcullis. Again we ascend the walls to take in the views and history of York Minster. Hear about the fires that nearly destroyed the Minster and catch a glimpse of the most haunted building in the city.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monk Bar

The tallest of the four structures, it certainly has its quirks, can you spot the "murder holes"? We continue on this stretch of walls towards our final destination and learn about the Roman fortress and the thriving Jewish community that once lived here until a great tragedy struck. At the end of the tour visitors will be given a map of the city walls, complete with highlighted info and what to look out for. From here they can continue and complete the walls circuit, or find solace in the nearby haunted pub called The Black Swan, or venture back to the city centre toward civilisation.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • This tour involves stairs. Please note that dogs and pushchairs are not permitted on the City Walls.
  • In extreme weather conditions, the walls may be closed and locked as per the City of York Council's protocol. The tour will be cancelled and refunded. You will be notified on the day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • York City walls map with additional information.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance into Micklegate Bar Experience.
  • Entrance into Yorkshire Museum.
  • Entrance into York Art Gallery.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • York City walls map with additional information
  • Entrance into Micklegate Bar Experience
  • Entrance into Yorkshire Museum
  • Entrance into York Art Gallery

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour involves stairs. Please note that dogs and pushchairs are not permitted on the City Walls.
  • In extreme weather conditions, the walls may be closed and locked as per the City of York Council's protocol. The tour will be cancelled and refunded. You will be notified on the day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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