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Barley Hall

@BarleyHallYork

Stunning medieval townhouse, once home to the Priors of Nostell and a Lord Mayor of York.

 2 Coffee Yard, York, YO1 8AR
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Joined February 2022
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Winter has returned to the 10th century! ❄️🥶 Experience A Winter Adventure at JORVIK Viking Centre. Discover how the Vikings kept themselves warm during the colder months, and take a peek into the past with our time portal! 😮👀 Book your visit now 👇 jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/
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BREAKING NEWS at JORVIK Viking Centre 🚨📰 In a cutting-edge upgrade to JORVIK Viking Centre’s existing time travelling technology, you can take a glimpse into Viking-age York through an interactive temporal portal!😮 Book your visit here ⬇️ jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/
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JORVIK Viking Festival 2026! 🔥 The Vikings will return to York from 16th-22nd February 🥳 Tickets for our main events are available to purchase now ⬇️ jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/ #Vikings #JORVIK #Festival #York
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Step into Barley Hall this Christmas for an evening of medieval merriment, candlelight, and festive cheer 🍷🕯️ Book your place now 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/a-… #York #Christmas #BarleyHall #Festive #History
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Join us this half term for some crafts! Which origami animal will you make - a bat or cat?🦇🐈‍⬛ No booking required – just turn up and join in! Please note: Activities are included with your admission ticket and are led by our team of volunteers, so availability may vary 🎟️
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Delve into medieval York at Barley Hall! ✨😯 #Medieval #History #York
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After a visit to York's hidden medieval gem, why not visit The Langton?! ☕🍰 Our fantastic new neighbours are open Tuesday-Sunday, serving up delicious drinks & snacks 😍 #CoffeeShop #Cafe #York #Coffee
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Coffee machine

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Don't forget! You're invited to Barley Hall for an evening of spine-tingling storytelling... Step into the shadows and gather in the Haunted Hall for an unforgettable night of spooky tales and haunted folklore. Tickets are limited, get yours now 👇 jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/hal…
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Why not take your class inside a medieval home this autumn? At Barley Hall, pupils explore reconstructed rooms, handle replica objects, and discover what life was like for people living in York. ukschooltrips.co.uk/the-jorv… @BarleyHallYork #History
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Ever seen a horn window before? Instead of glass, strips of cow horn were soaked, heated, and flattened to make these clever semi-transparent windows! Plan your visit today 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/ #FamilyDaysOut #History #York
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Step back in time at Barley Hall, a stunning medieval townhouse hidden in the heart of York! ✨ #FamilyDaysOut #History #York
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Step inside the Hunted Hall for an evening of ghostly tales and eerie folklore as part of York Ghost Week 😱👻 Book your tickets here 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/ha… #YorkGhostWeek #FamilyDaysOut #YorkEvents
Parent pointing at a spooky Barley Hall. Child looking at the hall excited.

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Discover fascinating creatures and delve into Medieval York with our Beasts exhibition! 🐷🐀 Find out more: barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/be… #BeastsatBarley #Beasts #York #History
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Explore York's hidden medieval townhouse! ✨ #Medieval #Museum #York
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Remember! Families are invited to Barley Hall for an evening of spine-tingling storytelling... Step into the shadows and gather in the Haunted Hall for an unforgettable night of spooky folklore! Come for the stories, stay for the shivers 👇 jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/hal…
Child pointing at Barley Hall, in the dark, spooky purple lighting.

ALT Child pointing at Barley Hall, in the dark, spooky purple lighting.

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Our Beasts at Barley Hall exhibition has hands-on activities for children, accessible interpretation boards and much more! 🦆🐷🦜 #BeastsatBarley #York #History #Museums
Drawing boards in the Beasts at Barley Hall exhibit.

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Remember, we're opening our doors on 21st September for an exclusive look at the world of archaeology and museums! Free entry to Barley Hall is available for this day only. More info 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/fr… #York #History #Archaeology #Museums
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Wooden bowl artefacts.

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Step inside Barley Hall for an evening of ghostly tales and eerie folklore as part of York Ghost Week 😱👻 Perfect for curious minds and brave hearts! Book your tickets for Haunted Hall here 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/ha… #YorkGhostWeek #FamilyDaysOut #YorkEvents
Spooky storyteller character stood outside a medieval townhouse. Arms are in the air, spooky lighting surrounds.

ALT Spooky storyteller character stood outside a medieval townhouse. Arms are in the air, spooky lighting surrounds.

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This October, families are invited to an evening of spine-tingling storytelling as part of York Ghost Week! Gather in the Haunted Hall for a night of spooky tales and haunted folklore. Come for the stories, stay for the shivers 👇barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/ha… #Halloween #Haunted
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Don't forget! On 21st September, we're opening our doors for an exclusive look at the world of archaeology and museums! Please Note: Free entry to Barley Hall is available for this day only. More info 👇 barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/fr… #York #History #Archaeology #Museums
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Image from Barley Hall (@BarleyHallYork)
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