york
York has so much to offer, including museums, award-winning restaurants and pubs, and fascinating history!
Transportation
We've highlighted a few key points from the University of York's thorough transport pages.
Rail
York is a major stop on the East Coast Main Line between London to Edinburgh. We are 2 hours from London, 2.5 hours from Edinburgh, 1.5 hours from Manchester and 2 hours from Birmingham.
Tickets can be booked via NationalRail
Air
The closest major airport is Manchester International Airport, which has direct train service to York. Leeds-Bradford Airport is also available with a bus connection to Leeds Rail Station.
FINDING KING'S MANOR
The conference will be held at King's Manor in the centre of the city of York. You can find us on Google Maps as well as the Campus map
King's Manor is approximately 5 minutes walk from the railway station.
Accommodation
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York is home to numerous hotels and rooms for rent, many of which are in the city centre
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Recommendations
We hope you make the most of your time in York. If you stay for the weekend, the organisers have plenty of suggestions!
Museums and sites
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York Minster - Be sure to visit the Undercroft Museum to see Roman ruins, Viking artefacts and the York Gospels
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Jorvik Viking Centre - Booking is recommended
