Clifford's Tower-York Castle, York. Open Daily. Admission paid
Details
Accessibility:
There is limited disability access at the tower. There are 55 steps to climb up to the tower, with uneven surfaces and hazardous walkways. Some areas have hand rails and seating areas are located around the site. Assistance dogs are welcome. There are no accessible toilets. A car park is situated at the bottom of the tower with spaces available for blue badge holders.
Brief Description:
Cliffords Tower is the largest remaining part of York Castle. The original tower burnt down in 1190 and was rebuilt in the 13th century. A new tower was built under the reign of King Henry III in the middle of the 13th century on top of the mound. York Castle Museum lies immediately south of it.
Further Information
Address:
Cliffords Tower, Tower Street, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 9SA.
Email:
None available.
Phone:
01904 646940.
Website:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/cliffords-tower-york/
Opening Hours:
Monday-Sunday 10am-6pm.
Admission:
Adult £5, Child (5-15) £3, Family Ticket (2 Adult, 3 Children) £13.
Directions:
Situated 25.7 miles North/West of Leeds via A64.
38.8 miles North/West of Hull via A1079.
25.1 miles South of Thirsk via A19.
OS SE604514.
Transport:
Buses operate in and around the area with stops located on Tower Street, a short walk from Cliffords Tower. York train station is situated 0.9 miles away. Easily accessed by car, with parking located close by.
For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
Closest amenities can be found on Castlegate Road, Clifford Street and the surrounding roads, including Rustique, Carluccio's, Cafe Nero, Hilton Hotel York, and many more.
Travel Information
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Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
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