York Uncovered Walking Tour

History Walked Differently

Uncover the unheard stories of York on a guided walk through the historic centre. Our walking tour provides the perfect introduction to the rich history of the beautiful and iconic city, while going beyond traditional narratives and highlighting stories of women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of colour.

Our guides are all post-graduate students researching history in York and are dedicated to sharing the diverse and vibrant history of the city they love.

Tour Schedule

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Group Tours

Wondering the best way to visit york with a group? We offer private group tours, led by our team of academic tour guides.

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Private Tours

Interested in unique things to do in York? Our private tours take you through the beautiful city centre at the date and time of your choosing.

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Free Resources: York's Hidden Histories

Go beyond our walking tours and learn more about York's hidden histories with our free educational resources!

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Other Cities

Our sister organisations have been running uncomfortable tours in Oxford and Cambridge since 2018. Like with our walking tours, these tours are researched and run by local academic researchers.