Built in 1732, York Mansion House is the earliest purpose-built house for a Lord Mayor still in existence in the UK. This beautifully restored Georgian townhouse serves as the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York and operates as a museum showcasing civic history, historic kitchens, and an extensive collection of civic silver.
A medieval tradition where the Sheriff of York visits city-centre pubs to test ale, staged as a pub crawl with a Town Crier proclamation.
A family-friendly puzzle trail where visitors help the ghostly headmaster John Pulleyn stop a mischievous Guy Fawkes causing havoc on the night before Bonfire Night.
A new play for York Ghost Week 2026 where the spirits of Margaret Clitherow and Guy Fawkes share their stories, accompanied by haunting folk music.
A festive tasting of six historic Georgian wines paired with artisan cheeses, presented by sommelier Emma Moore in the State Room of York Mansion House.
A festive house tour of York Mansion House with a Georgian gingerbread cookery demonstration in the historic basement kitchen.
A workshop to make your own Georgian Christmas wreath with florist Sue Hunter at York Mansion House, including materials and refreshments.
A lecture by Brycchan Carey on slavery and abolition within the context of the York Georgian Festival.
An illustrated talk by Mary Lister on blackmail and scandals at the heart of the Georgian Court, part of the York Georgian Festival.
Matthew McCormack discusses his book on historic shoes and their relation to the Georgian man, with Q&A and book sales.
Launch of a student-led critical edition of the correspondence between Ignatius Sancho and Laurence Sterne, part of the York Georgian Festival.
A free, 90-minute theatrical walking tour through York's darkest tales of witches and ghosts, led by Ragnell Hagathorn.
A Georgian promenade recreating 18th-century strolling, led by the 33rd Regiment of Foot, from Clifford's Tower to York Mansion House.
An evening of historic wine and cheese tasting in the splendid setting of York Mansion House, exploring Georgian-era dining habits.
Author Terry Deary presents dark tales of murder in the Georgian Theatre, celebrating his latest book releases at York Mansion House.
The fourth annual York Georgian Festival celebrating 18th-century history with talks, tours, performances, and workshops across the city.
A fun, child-friendly Georgian dance class in the State Room of York Mansion House, part of the York Georgian Festival.
Enjoy family-friendly summer activities at York Mansion House, including the Hobs go Georgian trail and various historic demonstrations.
