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Discover York's Stained Glass
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$34.22
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Delve into the rich history of York on the Shambles & Shards walking tour, focusing on the art and significance of stained glass. This expert-led experience takes you inside churches, revealing the intricate stories behind stained glass creation and preservation. Enjoy a relaxed stroll through historic streets, witnessing firsthand the craftsmanship that has endured through centuries. Perfect for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike, this tour offers a unique perspective on York's cultural heritage.
- Expert commentary from a professional stained glass conservator
- Visit historic sites with entry included where necessary
- Small group settings for personalized attention
- Accessible to all levels of knowledge with engaging storytelling
- Expert commentary from a professional stained glass conservator
- Visit historic sites with entry included where necessary
- Small group settings for personalized attention
- Accessible to all levels of knowledge with engaging storytelling
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Shambles & Shards Walking Tour: Discover York's Stained Glass
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Tour and Building Access
- We can and will take a comfort break within the tour to get a drink to walk with or use the bathroom.
Meeting point
We’ll meet near the John Snow Memorial (the water pump sticking out of the ground) in the park, but if it’s closed due to river flooding, we’ll meet at the front of All Saint’s North Street.
Return details
We will end the tour at the church, putting people in the center of york at Goodramgate to explore as they’d like.
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All Saints ChurchExploring the 15th century glass within the church, its conservation history, and the Pricke of Conscience window.
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St. Olave's ChurchOne of the oldest sites in York, we will be stopping here to discuss its history as well as the memorial glass, modern glass, and East Window of dubious creation.
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Museum GardensStopping on the way to the next stop at the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey to discuss the church complex in the Medieval period and its overall connection to faith and the parish churches.
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St. Helen's ChurchWe will stop at either St. Helen's Church or St. Martins le Grand (depending on opening times and availability) and discuss post-war reconstruction efforts of glass in the city.
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York MinsterA brief stop at the back to discuss EPG (Environmental Protective Glazing) and the constant conservation efforts of York Minster from the East Window.
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Holy Trinity ChurchA tucked away, yet incredible church, we will discuss the existing medieval glass here and the church's role in the center of York.
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Parish of All Saints' PavementAll Saints Pavement will be visited either in tandem or as a substitute for Holy Trinity Goodramgate due to its partial winter hours.
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Discover York's Stained Glass
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$34.22
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!