• Museum Gardens - In York’s historic Museum Gardens, we’ll learn where to cremate a Roman emperor, and how (not) to fight The Battle of the Bowling Green.
• York Art Gallery - In Exhibition Square, outside York Art Gallery, we’ll discuss slag, soldiers, and fiery artwork, before heading through Bootham Bar towards York Minster.
• St. Michael le Belfrey Church - Outside St Michael le Belfrey Church we will tell how a group of York schoolboys became embroiled in the Gunpowder Plot…
• York Minster - In Minster Yard, near the South entrance, we’ll paint a picture of the fires that have engulfed York Minster over the years.
• Stonegate - At 23 Stonegate, we’ll tell the explosive life story of one of York’s most important scientists.
• City Screen Picturehouse York - Outside the City Screen, by the ruins of St Martin’s Church, we’ll tell the story of the Frenchman who helped save York from burning to the ground.
• The Roman Bath - In St Sampson’s Square, we’ll learn how to keep a Roman legion warm and happy.
• Coppergate Shopping Center - On Coppergate, we’ll discuss the fires of Viking industry, and how they were revealed by the remarkable Jorvik dig.

• An on-foot tour of York led by an expert guide

Join us on the exciting York Fire Walk and delve into the city’s flaming past. With our knowledgeable guides, Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, you will encounter an adventurous volcano-tracker, the French hero who prevented York from going up in smoke, and the tale of how York Minster appeared in the Land of Fire. And of course, there’s a character named Guy Fawkes involved. As part of the York Fire Walk, be prepared to enjoy some sparks!

Additionally, we are pleased to provide the York Fire Walk as a private tour. Drop us an email to inquire about private booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.