A fantastic destination city, York is also a great place to live. Indulge yourself with the historic charms of York Minster and the Shambles, experience the past at the Jorvik Viking Centre, or explore the many other attractions, museums and galleries.

Visitors and residents alike enjoy a wide range of activities from boat trips on the River Ouse and walks around the city centre to a day at the races at York racecourse and an evening at the Grand Opera House.

But there is more to York than its history and tourist attractions. Its unique boutiques and shops, and lively bars and restaurants compare with the best of other modern cities and are complemented by a range of vibrant entertainment venues and festivals that take place throughout the year.

A city of culture and diversity, York boasts some excellent schools and a discinctive university, combining excellence with innovation in traditional areas of study.

York is the perfect place from which to explore the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks. There are a wealth of villages for you to explore and enjoy. You are also within easy reach of the motorway network and train travel to London can take less than two hours.