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York City Walls

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York City Walls

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  • Location: York, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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    June 13, 2018

    Hiking

    The sections of City Wall provide a fascinating insight to the historical city of York and how it was laid out centuries ago.

    Not suitable for young children if not kept close, as large sections have a 15-20 foot (4-6m) drop in places from the unprotected edge of the wall.

    The section from Layerthorpe Bridge to Bootham bar is quite narrow but does have a railing to protect those walking from falling off the edge.

    August 24, 2018

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    Very nice city wall!
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    June 27, 2023

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    A walk around the city walls is certainly one of the highlights of a visit to York.
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    Historic Centre of York – York City Walls loop from York

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    Elevation 80 m

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    Location: York, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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