English Courses and Summer Camps in York

National Railway Museum
There are over 200 years of fascinating history in York’s only National Museum, which contains giant halls trains and railway legends including Mallard, the world’s fastest steam locomotive, the Shinkansen Bullet Train, and Royal Trains including Queen Victoria’s luxurious saloon. The renovated Station Hall, which tells the story of over a century of station life. Visitors can explore different passenger journeys and travel back in time to experience working life in a station.

York Castle Museum
Hundreds of years of York’s history are in one place, from recreated Jacobean dining rooms to infamous Victorian criminals, all the way to the Space Age and the swinging Sixties. The museum’s interactive galleries hold fascinating displays and thousands of historic objects that really bring the past to life.

York Minster
13th-century York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, its magnificent interior showing faith and imagination in glass and stone.

The Shambles and Shambles Market
The Shambles is an old street in York, England, with overhanging timber-framed buildings, some dating back from the fourteenth century. It was once known as The Great Flesh Shambles, where butchers used to display their meat. As recently as 1872, twenty-five butchers’ shops were located along the street, but now none remain, although some of the meat hooks are still visible. On a nearby street, the Shambles Market contains over 70 stalls with local arts and crafts, fresh foods, fashion, flowers, everyday items and much more.

York’s Chocolate Story
York’s Chocolate Story, located in the heart of York, is an entertaining and informative guided tour through the history of York’s most famous chocolate-making families and their finest creations.

York Art Gallery
York Art Gallery contains L.S. Lowry’s, TurnersandHockneys and some of the best ceramic art in the world.

Clifford’s Tower
Clifford’s Tower stands as a proud symbol of the power of England’s medieval kings. Originally built by William the Conqueror to subdue the rebels of the north, it was twice burned to the ground, before being rebuilt by Henry III in the 13th century. Sweeping panoramic views of York are a treat for the visitor.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr
One of England’s most relaxing and innovative gardens at the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, Harlow Carr is a showcase of horticultural excellence. There is contemporary planting in the Main Borders and the Streamside Garden is the largest of its kind in the country.

York Theatre Royal
York Theatre Royal was built in 1744 onthe site of the medieval St. Leonard’s Hospital. Parts of the old hospital can still be seen in the modern building, including archways and walls. Under the stage lies a well, believed to be dated from the Roman era of York’s history.

Stonegate Yard Bar & Brasserie
Stonegate Yard is situated in a beautiful Georgian townhouse on Little Stonegate, one of York’s premier destinations for the discerning shopper and diner. Consisting of ground floor bar area and dining room, a spacious first floor restaurant, and a truly stunning courtyard offering outside dining all year round.

Jorvik Viking Centre
The Jorvik Viking Centre is one of the most popular attractions in the UK. Visitors can travel back in time to Viking-Age streets, from the year 975 AD.

Fairfax House and Museum
A Georgian house restored to its original appearance with period furnishings and decor. It also houses small exhibits and has a gift shop.