Treasurer's House

Overview

The Treasurer's House is a historic building located in the shadow of York Minster. It is renowned for its ghostly tales and beautiful gardens, offering visitors a unique glimpse into York's rich history.

The building is notable for its association with York Minster and its reputation as one of the most haunted houses in Britain.

Historic Site Haunted Location

Location

Address

Minster Yard, York, Yorkshire

Neighborhood: City Centre

Coordinates

53.960900, -1.086600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

£10

Children

£6

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

entry £12

parking £5

food £10

souvenirs £15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Leeds Bradford Airport

Distance: 50 km

Travel Time: 45 minutes

taxi

£50 45 min

public_transport

£8 1 hour 15 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

Free 10 min

bus

£1.50 5 min

taxi

£8 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

York Minster

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Cathedral

The Shambles

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Historic Street

Reviews

4.3

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+44 1904 623536

info@treasurershouse.co.uk

www.treasurershouse.co.uk

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