York Crown Court, York. Open Mon-Fri. Free Admission

Details

Accessibility:

There is no parking at the court itself. Paid parking can be found approximately 500 meters away. Guide dogs are welcome. Baby-changing facilities and public toilets available. 

Brief Description:

York Crown Court was once known as the Assize Courts, part of York Castle. It has been a place of justice and legal matters for nearly 1000 years. Designed by architect John Carr and constructed in 1773. 

Further Information

Address:

York Crown Court, The Castle, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 9WZ.

Email:

enquiries@york.crowncourt.gsi.gov.uk

Phone:

01904 645121.

Website:

http://www.historyofyork.org.uk/themes/1000-years-of-justice-at-york-castle

Opening Hours:

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

Directions:

Situated 24 miles North/East of Leeds via A64.

39.7 miles North/West of Hull via A1079.

84.5 miles S of Newcastle Upon Tyne via A19. 

OS SE6055513.

Transport:

Buses operate in and around the area, with stops located on Tower Street. A short walk from the court. York railway is the closest station to the court. Easily accessed by car. 

For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.

Amenities:

Closest amenities can be found on Clifford Street, Castle Gate and the surrounding roads. Including Rustique, Plonkers, Prezzo, Subway and much more.