Description
Holy Trinity Church is a hidden medieval treasure tucked behind one of York’s busiest streets. Located in a quiet leafy churchyard near York Minster, it offers visitors a peaceful escape from the city centre. This historic church gives a rare glimpse into York’s rich past and centuries of community life.
The building dates mainly from the fifteenth century, with features from the twelfth to nineteenth centuries. Inside, you’ll find unique box pews, uneven floors and arcades, beautiful stained glass including the east window donated in the early 1470s, and historic monuments. Visitors can enjoy the Mouse Trail, ring the Peace Bell, relax on outdoor benches, and attend various events and festivals, many held by candlelight.
There is no general admission charge to visit the church.
The churchyard is perfect for a quiet break while exploring York city centre. Its candlelit interior and preserved medieval character create a calm and reflective atmosphere. For history lovers and those seeking peace, Holy Trinity Church (Goodramgate) is a unique and memorable place to visit.
Features
- Free
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
A glimpse of the medieval world behind a busy street!
- Holy Trinity Goodramgate is a hidden treasure. It stands in a small, secluded, leafy churchyard, with the Minster towering behind, tucked away behind Goodramgate - one of York's busiest shopping streets.
- To visit, you pass through an eighteenth-century archway tacked on to buildings that served as artisans' workshops in the fourteenth century. The church itself is full of character.
- The floors and arcades are charmingly uneven. Light filters through the windows with additional lighting by candlelight. The east window especially has marvellous stained glass that was donated in the early 1470s by the Reverend John Walker, rector of the church.
- The building dates chiefly from the fifteenth century, but has features from its foundation in the twelfth century right up to the nineteenth century.
- The box pews, unique in York, are exceptionally fine, and an interesting collection of monuments and memorials paint a picture of life in this busy city across the ages.
- Two boards, with heads shaped like grandfather clocks, record the names of Lord Mayors of the city, including George Hudson, 'The Railway King', who made York a major railway centre in the nineteenth century.
- This tradition of commemoration is continued with the rainbow plaque at the gate (installed by York Civic Trust) which celebrates the visit of Anne Lister and Ann Walker to attend communion on 30 March 1834 ahead of starting their lives together.
- Outdoor benches make the churchyard the perfect place for a break - whether from shopping, exploring or simply as a moment of reflection. Those seeking peace are welcome to ring the Peace Bell outside the porch or listen to our Mindful Moments.
- If you are looking to explore, you are welcome to complete our Mouse Trail, speak to our lovely welcome volunteers or our many events and festivals.
0.14 miles
