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Gunpowder, Treason & Plot - A city walking tour of York

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Gunpowder, Plot and Treason
A Walking Tour Through York’s Darkest Legends

Step into the shadows of York’s bloodstained past.
From the birthplace of Guy Fawkes to the final cries at Clifford’s Tower, Gunpowder, Plot and Treason unearths the city’s most chilling tales of rebellion, betrayal, and forgotten heroes. Follow in the footsteps of criminals, martyrs, and monarchs — and discover the dark heartbeat that still echoes through York’s ancient streets.

History is written by the victors — but on this tour, you’ll hear the whispers of those who dared to defy them.

What's Included

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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High Petergate
York YO1 7HP, UK

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What To Expect

Guy Fawkes Inn

Guy Fawkes Inn — Birthplace of TreasonOur story of treachery begins at the Guy Fawkes Inn, birthplace of York’s most infamous figure.Beneath ancient beams and flickering candlelight, you’ll step into the world of secret plots and deadly conspiracies.Here, we trace Guy Fawkes’ path from a boy of York to the architect of one of England’s most daring acts of rebellion — the Gunpowder Plot.Dark secrets and whispered betrayals await, as we delve into the heart of a scheme that could have changed the course of history forever.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King's Manor

King’s Manor — Power, Politics, and BetrayalAt King’s Manor, the story of York darkens further. Once the seat of royal power under Henry VIII, these walls bore witness to the brutal realities of rebellion and control.Discover how the King's iron grip on the North was forged — and how York’s citizens navigated a world where loyalty was a matter of life or death.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Last Drop Inn

The Last Drop Inn — A Final Toast to the DamnedThe night grows darker as we arrive at the chilling Last Drop Inn, a place forever linked to York’s bloodstained past.At the Last Drop Inn, the condemned of York took their final drink before facing execution. Their crimes, their desperate bargains, their final moments — all haunt these ancient walls.We remember their forgotten stories, and a time when death was just a heartbeat away.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow

The Shrine of Margaret Clitherow — A Silent SacrificeAt the Shrine of Margaret Clitherow, we find the story of a woman who defied the crown and paid with her life.Her death — brutal and unjust — echoes through York’s dark past, a reminder of the courage it takes to stand against tyranny.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Boar

The Blue Boar — York’s Highwayman HauntOur path twists into legend and infamy as we reach The Blue Boar, a place where the ghost of York’s most notorious highwayman, Dick Turpin, still seems to linger.Beneath the legend lies a darker truth of violence, betrayal, and death.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Clifford's Tower

Clifford’s Tower — Where Rebellion FellAt Clifford’s Tower, York’s brutal past is written in stone and blood. From Robert Aske’s doomed uprising to Roger Clifford’s tragic fall, this is a place where rebels died and kings tightened their grip on power. Their ghosts linger still.(This part of the tour will take place outside of Clifford's Tower, so no admission fee is necessary).
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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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gunpowder, Treason & Plot – A city walking tour of York?

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). 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 Gunpowder, Treason & Plot – A city walking tour of York?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax).
The following is NOT included:
  • Dinner.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Gunpowder, Treason & Plot - A city walking tour of York is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gunpowder, Treason & Plot - A city walking tour of York 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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  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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