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Merchant Adventurers' Hall
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The Merchant Adventurers' Hall is a stunning medieval guildhall built in 1357 by York's powerful merchant guild. It is one of the finest surviving timber-framed buildings in Europe, with a magnificent Great Hall, an undercroft chapel, and a hospital for the poor. Visitors can explore the hall's rich history through interactive exhibits and displays of artifacts, including the guild's original silver and furniture. The building's architecture, with its massive oak beams and intricate woodwork, offers a vivid glimpse into the commercial and social life of medieval York.
Don't miss
- Stand in the Great Hall under its original hammer-beam roof.
- Descend to the undercroft chapel, one of the few surviving medieval guild chapels.
- View the collection of medieval silver and the guild's original accounts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Merchant Adventurers' Hall
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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