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Destinations, England, Europe, Photo Diaries, Travel, Travel Photography · August 21, 2020

York Photo Diary: Postcards from a Historic English City

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Exploring more of the UK is always on my to do list, so being able to tick off the famously historic city of York this summer was a great way to break free from the long lockdown.

I wasn’t in York for much more than 36-hours, but I hope I’ve captured the city well enough in the time I was there to convince you to go yourself!

Read more: A vegetarian’s guide to eating in York

The Shambles

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The Shambles York
  • The potions cauldron the shambles york
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The shop that must not be named the shambles york
Harry potter the shambles york

A trip to York isn’t complete without a visit to the Shambles. This wonky old cobbled street inspired Diagon Alley in Harry Potter, and you can see why! Several shops have jumped on the theme since, so this part of England is no doubt a Harry Potter fan’s dream.

The River Ouse

Lamp post in York
Boat passing on the river in York
Woodsmill Quay in York
Speed boat on the river in York
Bridge above the river in York
Lilly pads on the river in York
Summer at the riverside in York

One of my favourite things about York is the River Ouse, which runs right through the centre of the city. It was the hottest day of the year when we visited, so it was packed with river cruises and speed boats, with bustling pubs and restaurants up on the banks.

Cobbled streets & the walls

Cobbled street in York
Street in York
Street sign post in York
The square in York
Evil eye bar in York
Lemonade stand in York
Diners eating lunch at a cafe in York
Colourful bunch of flowers in York

York is a very old place, so that means cobbled streets that wind right around the city. Not forgetting the old walls which you can climb! York is the best place for a good leisurely wander, interrupted by frequent stops at coffee shops and eateries.

Buildings & monuments

Old building in York
Old building in York
Castle on the hill in York
Delicatessen in York
The York Minster
Most haunted pub The Golden Fleece in York
Berry's in York
Spark York outdoor street food market

York is full of incredible old buildings and monuments, so you’re constantly looking up. If like me you love to take photos of your travels, you’ll be constantly snapping away!

So, what do you think of York? I really hope my photos have made you want to visit one day soon!

Read more: A luxury stay at The Principal York hotel

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  1. Nicola says

    August 21, 2020 at 8:24 AM

    Your photos are gorgeous! I love cities like this with cobbled streets, they give it so much character

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    • Katie Jane Collins says

      August 21, 2020 at 4:50 PM

      Thank you SO much! I love them too!

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