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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 8:33:33 GMT
I was delighted to spend an afternoon in York. This city is one of my favourite in UK and has a long history, being Eoferwic in the time of Alfred (according to Bernard Cornwell chronicle of Uthred of Bebbamburg).
So after an uneventful journey but quite a difficult search for a parking (I had no coins and didn’t manage payment by phone must find a solution for next time), I went to my hotel to drop my bag and went in exarch of food losing myself in the streets, as is my habit to visit a city.
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 5, 2024 8:36:25 GMT
I hope you're going to the National Railway Museum.
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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 8:36:59 GMT
I was about to enter York, which retains some imposing gates. ![](https://i.ibb.co/9gVcMTg/IMG-0752.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/g9NMQzk/IMG-0747.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/K9hQYs2/IMG-0727.jpg) I think this neighbourhood could be turned into a nice commercial center. ![](https://i.ibb.co/SQMXPN7/IMG-0673.jpg) More walls. ![](https://i.ibb.co/bLqFjpD/IMG-0627.jpg) I tried to park close to the railways station but it was only for short stay. the station looked gigantic to me. ![](https://i.ibb.co/VHD2KFL/IMG-0629.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/fDrPfy3/IMG-0624.jpg) I finally manage to park my car. strange to drive on the right side of the car and stranger to handle the stick with the left hand. ![](https://i.ibb.co/gWHV3TB/IMG-0623.jpg)
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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 8:44:55 GMT
Unfortunately I didn’t think I had the time for visiting the museum. still on my todo list. i like to take a pic of where I am parked. ![](https://i.ibb.co/k9z6bgw/IMG-0632.png) Well the locals have a strange look but look quite friendly. ![](https://i.ibb.co/1v9fPXF/IMG-0631.jpg) Just close by the entrance to York museum of something, with Minet paintings. closed on Mondays. ![](https://i.ibb.co/sFZgfb5/IMG-0635.jpg) Splendid ruins in the park. ![](https://i.ibb.co/9Vh64Yz/IMG-0637.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/3Y1sS7s/IMG-0639.jpg) Beautiful. ![](https://i.ibb.co/ftBTh6B/IMG-0643.jpg) My heart always bleed when I see warhammers as Robin loved them. i always stop and have a look and wonder if… ![](https://i.ibb.co/qjW6V07/IMG-0645.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/BqkP0Lt/IMG-0646.jpg) Minster via a crowded street - and we are only in junember (which as everybody knows is calendar June with weather of November). ![](https://i.ibb.co/zrmPk1V/IMG-0648.jpg) There seems to be clicks everywhere ![](https://i.ibb.co/6JJt4G8/IMG-0649.jpg) I think it is Saint Martin church. ![](https://i.ibb.co/1XjVg22/IMG-0650.jpg) Very beautiful inside. ![](https://i.ibb.co/BVx2hFZ/IMG-0652.jpg) With beautiful stained glass. ![](https://i.ibb.co/ZB4xtM5/IMG-0655.jpg) Old houses using lots of timber like in Normandy (maisons à colombages we say in French). ![](https://i.ibb.co/PTLTxwh/IMG-0656.jpg) The entrance to my hotel. 4 stars rated. ![](https://i.ibb.co/x5GK1qL/IMG-0657.jpg) That is better. ![](https://i.ibb.co/c6v6W8m/IMG-0658.jpg) I love it. ![](https://i.ibb.co/dj7B9bP/IMG-0659.jpg) Very cosy ![](https://i.ibb.co/v4N30Nn/IMG-0660.jpg)
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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 11:18:00 GMT
Then it was time for a walk on the walls. through the tower gate first. ![](https://i.ibb.co/Vv1k3rp/IMG-0729.jpg) Kind of a version of la promenade plantée overlooking cafes and shops. ![](https://i.ibb.co/0DfmMnm/IMG-0730.jpg) I was not alone. It gave me an opportunity to take a pic of these old roof tiles. ![](https://i.ibb.co/jDqDnpN/IMG-0731.jpg) Some nice gardens with Minster in the back. ![](https://i.ibb.co/TKmGQsQ/IMG-0734.jpg) The spire fell from the cathedral and remains since in that garden. ![](https://i.ibb.co/F0Lp6jP/IMG-0740.jpg) This is actually a restaurant. Could be nice. ![](https://i.ibb.co/zZ4gQjJ/IMG-0743.jpg) The stairs at another tower gate. No fat guards at that time. ![](https://i.ibb.co/4wb6qH4/IMG-0746.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/XbcVd4z/IMG-0749.jpg) Minster. ![](https://i.ibb.co/tBcLMxW/IMG-0760.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/SBs2SM1/IMG-0758.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/F035H2M/IMG-0761.jpg) This was where the first Protestant approved bible was kept. ![](https://i.ibb.co/jk4PgZk/IMG-0777.jpg) I could not go far there was an office. they should keep their offices at times I am not there ! It was 7 30 am. Who prays so early ? ![](https://i.ibb.co/QkGF54k/IMG-0778.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/pWFk63t/IMG-0779.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/SmS5z2p/IMG-0781.jpg) Walls in disrepair ![](https://i.ibb.co/pWfkn7m/IMG-0783.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/b5ZV6YR/IMG-0784.jpg)
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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 11:25:23 GMT
Then came the best part. Evening. My friend and I at the same pub we were last time 10 years ago. ![](https://i.ibb.co/0Bssqtw/IMG-0764.jpg) The Guy Fawkes pub. ![](https://i.ibb.co/dP9J7tP/IMG-0765.jpg) ![](https://i.ibb.co/BCX3rkk/IMG-0768.jpg) The anteroom of the toilet ! I wish I had a diamond cutter. ![](https://i.ibb.co/jHSBzLx/IMG-0769.jpg) A special dance typical of York. ![](https://i.ibb.co/yyG6mbm/IMG-0772.jpg) The owner of the Viceroy who could not believe I had actually pay for my glasses. ![](https://i.ibb.co/rbYBLGc/IMG-0775.jpg) They get civilised in UK. you can find good wine. that is all folks. i had a great day in York and hope you liked some of my pics. ![](https://i.ibb.co/b6FQ6Cf/IMG-0774.jpg)
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Post by kerouac2 on Jun 5, 2024 11:28:47 GMT
York looks excellent. You'd think that some of our British members would have shown us York before now.
Is your compnay giving out funny eyeglasses to everybody?
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 5, 2024 13:11:46 GMT
York looks excellent. You'd think that some of our British members would have shown us York before now. Is your compnay giving out funny eyeglasses to everybody? There are 2 on York, one by Mossie and one by me.
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Post by whatagain on Jun 5, 2024 13:39:57 GMT
Mossie made a nice report when he visited the air museum.
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 5, 2024 15:54:47 GMT
Oh dear. Mine wasn’t a nice report then.
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Post by kerouac2 on Jun 5, 2024 17:37:23 GMT
There are 2 on York, one by Mossie and one by me. Sorry, it slipped my mind but underlined something you said a few days ago.
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Post by htmb on Jun 5, 2024 18:03:02 GMT
I’ve been through the York train station a few times now, but have never gotten to explore the city. This report is making me think about it even more for a trip in the near future. Will also definitely need to re-read the other couple of anyport reports first.
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 5, 2024 18:40:37 GMT
If you do, don’t bother with river trip. It’s a pretty dull river.
Jorvik Viking Centre is good.
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Post by whatagain on Jun 6, 2024 5:22:47 GMT
Oh dear. Mine wasn’t a nice report then. I didn't find it. Don't be so touchy dear 😉
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 6, 2024 6:30:39 GMT
Here’s a clue. The first word was......
York
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Post by lugg on Jun 6, 2024 18:45:38 GMT
Gosh you packed a lot into your time there Whatagain. Lovely report of a great city.
PS I also posted about York too I believe.
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Post by bixaorellana on Jun 8, 2024 19:28:25 GMT
I am glad to be reminded that there is more on York in anyport. This report is a worthy addition.
In fairness to anyone who didn't remember all the reports, it would be a lot easier if the proboards search engine weren't so worthless.
Kerouac has repeatedly reminded us to include pertinent words in our titles because that makes it easier to find a particular subject. Using the Ctrl+F feature, I found Whatagain's, Mossie's, & Mick's York/Yorkshire reports on page 1 of the UK board, and Mick's York Railway Museum report on page 3 of UK. After trying various tricks, I still can't locate Lugg's. Was it one taken @ Christmastime maybe and involved a fair and young people?
But I digress ~~~~
Whatagain, you took some really wonderful pictures. I did not realize there was so much of very old historic York still standing, nor that it's such a beautiful city. (must revisit other York reports!) There is so much lovely green space there.
You certainly managed to see and capture a great deal in the limited time you had. The Minster is very deserving of its impressive reputation! I admire how you always find good food and drink wherever you go. What a treat to see your friend & enjoy the same pub again.
I think the dance you saw is a Morris dance. The UKers here can correct me.
My deepest admiration for being able to drive with the stick shift on the left. I might manage driving an automatic on the left without killing anyone, but I think shifting on the left would defeat me.
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Post by kerouac2 on Jun 8, 2024 19:55:15 GMT
I was kind of happy the first time I drove a car with the stick shift on the left because it finally felt natural.
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Post by mickthecactus on Jun 8, 2024 20:14:07 GMT
I’m sorry. It’s not a “stick shift” on a RH drive car. It’s a gear lever!
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Post by whatagain on Jun 9, 2024 9:03:20 GMT
Ah. Tu parles du levier de changement de vitesse.
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