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New Snickelways History Trail unveiled
York Civic Trust has recently worked with the York BID and the University of York to launch a new public art trail across seven of the city’s historic snickelways, celebrating […]
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How historic York almshouses set example for today
NEWS that the RIBA Stirling Prize for Architecture last month went to a modern reimagining of the traditional almshouse in Southwark, London, has resonance for our fair city. York holds […]
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Fairfax House wins the 2025 Historic Houses Collections Award
We are delighted to announce that York Civic Trust’s museum, Fairfax House, has been awarded the 2025 Historic Houses Collections Award, sponsored by Dreweatts. The annual award was introduced in […]
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York Civic Trust unveils refreshed identity ahead of our 80th anniversary
The Trust’s logo can be seen across the city; cast in plaques, carved in the city’s pavements and even in stained glass in York Minster. Over time the charity’s brand […]
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York’s ings – a national treasure hiding in plain sight
Ask most York residents what they value about the city, and they’ll mention its medieval walls, Minster, or rich street pattern. Yet just as important, though less often celebrated, are […]
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An Accessible Tour of Micklegate
This walking tour of Micklegate is led by MA student Emma Knutzen, whose research looks at York’s public and social history. As part of her degree, she is trialling a […]
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Why we should take pride in York’s paving
ANDREW MORRISON sheds light on the history beneath our feet – and why we should continue to take pride in the city’s paving. WALK anywhere in York’s city centre and […]
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Statement on the death of our Patron, HRH The Duchess of Kent
York Civic Trust is deeply saddened by the passing of Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Kent. As Patron of the Trust since 1966, the Duchess offered decades of steadfast […]
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Work with us at Fairfax House
York Civic Trust is looking to recruit two part-time front of house roles to welcome visitors to our historic house museum, Fairfax House, in the centre of York. Reviews of […]
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Staying on the write track; York’s bookshops over the centuries
Approved plans are set to turn the former Tourist Information building on Museum Street into a Topping & Company bookstore. Set to be “the country’s largest independent bookshop”, it’s quite […]
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York’s historic coat of arms: time for a modern redesign?
Is it time to redesign York’s coat of arms – and what would we put in it? Putting you on the spot, can you recall the details of York’s coat […]
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Cries of York and Music of a Different Era
7.00pm, Thursday 20 November Friargate Quaker Meeting House