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They are known variously as York City Walls, the Bar Walls and the Roman walls (though this last is a misnomer as very little of the extant stonework is of Roman origin, and the course of the wall has been substantially altered since Roman times). The walls are generally 13 feet (4m) high and 6 feet (1.8m) wide. [6]
York's city centre is surrounded by historic walls, which are free to access on foot throughout the year. No visit to York would be complete without a walk around the City Walls. At 3.4 kilometres long, the beautifully preserved walls are the longest medieval town walls in England.
York's historic city walls are a major feature of our historic environment and civic identity. There are significant remains of all principal periods of their development; the city walls...
Feb 18, 2021 · Learn about the origins, features and significance of York City Walls, England's most complete set of city walls. Explore the four main gates, the Roman tower, the Civil War siege and the views of York Minster.
- Lily Johnson
The city or ‘bar’ walls of York are the most complete example of medieval city walls still standing in England today. Beneath the medieval stonework lie the remains of earlier walls dating as far back as the Roman period.
Explore England's longest surviving medieval walls and the history they enclose. Follow the directions and map for a 3-mile walk around York's ancient landmarks, from Roman ruins to Tudor towers.
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Learn about York's City Walls, a scheduled monument that can be accessed at various points around the city. Find out about the walkway, opening and closing times, accessibility, facilities and historical information.
