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York Oratory offers a delightful dip into Gothic Revival architecture, situated in the historic city of York. This stunning attraction earns its impressive 4.8 rating for its awe-inspiring elements like exquisite carvings and grand stained glass windows. The terrific organ, boasting colored pipes, fills the space with enchanting melodies that elevate every visit.

As you explore the inspiring altar space, you'll find tranquility and beauty all around. Entry is free, making it a perfect stop for those looking to enjoy the serene environment without any cost. Visitors often note the warm welcome from Father Daniel, a kind and understanding priest who enriches the experience with his wonderful Mass services.

A gift shop near the entrance provides charming mementos, and informative pamphlets guide your visit. The Oratory also hosts intimate weddings featuring lovely services and photo-friendly garden receptions. Allocating an hour or two here will surely leave you with cherished memories of both spiritual and historical magnitude.

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Recommended visit time

1-2 hours

Features

Wheelchair accessible

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Rougier Street
Bus stop 395 m walk
Exhibition Square
Bus stop 98 m walk
Gillygate
Bus stop 301 m walk
Museum Street
Bus stop 120 m walk
Theatre Royal
Bus stop 69 m walk
Bootham Park
Bus stop 480 m walk

Reviews and Ratings

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4.8
based on 252 reviews
4.8/5 252 reviews
Adrian Brooks
Adrian Brooks
3 weeks ago on Google

Wonderful church in York centre & lovely Sunday service.

David Ashby
David Ashby
1 month ago on Google

The homily has clearly had a lot of effort and study gone into it from a priest who was taking pleasure in not avoiding the difficulties that were brought up in a very difficult gospel passage, the parable about the dishonest servant who is praised by his master.

YI TIAN
YI TIAN
1 month ago on Google

非常安静,也让人不自觉的变得平和