St William's College, York

Name: St William's College
Address: York, United Kingdom

#152 among attractions in York

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Facts and practical information

St William's College is a Mediaeval building in York in England, originally built to provide accommodation for priests attached to chantry chapels at nearby York Minster. It is a Grade I listed building. ()

Coordinates: 53°57'29"N, 1°4'52"W

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GuildhallYork United Kingdom

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Day trips

St William's College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Blue Bell, Spurriergate Centre, Coppergate Shopping Centre, Jorvik Viking Centre.

~480 ftNE
Nightlife
The Blue Bell, York
3 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of York, The Blue Bell stands as a testament to traditional British public houses. This Grade II listed building, with its Edwardian décor preserved in a time capsule, transports patrons back to an era of timeless charm.
~350 ftW
Church
Spurriergate Centre, York
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of York, the Spurriergate Centre carries the legacy of a historical building repurposed to serve the modern community. The edifice, formerly known as St Michael's Church, Spurriergate, has roots that stretch back to the medieval era, with the...
~120 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Coppergate Shopping Centre, York
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, Coppergate Shopping Centre offers a unique blend of retail and heritage to locals and visitors alike. This bustling hub of commerce is set against the backdrop of one of the United Kingdom's most picturesque medieval...
~270 ftSE
Time capsule-style Viking attraction
Jorvik Viking Centre, York
2 min walk • Delving into the depths of York's historical roots, the Jorvik Viking Centre stands as a testament to the city's rich Norse heritage. Established on the site of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in England, this museum offers an immersive...
~520 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Fairfax House, York
3 min walk • Fairfax House, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of York, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the splendor of 18th-century architecture and design. This exquisite Georgian townhouse, now operating as a museum, transports visitors back to the grandeur of the city's...
~480 ftNE
Church, Historical place
St Crux Church, York
3 min walk • St Crux Church, located in the heart of York, United Kingdom, is a historic site that has stood as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This ancient church, which was once one of the city's largest parish churches, has a history that stretches back to the...
~470 ftE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Merchant Adventurers' Hall, York
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, the Merchant Adventurers' Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich past. This stunning timber-framed building, dating back to the 14th century, was built by a fraternity of merchants known as the Merchant...
~720 ftN
Museum, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Roman Bath, York
4 min walk • The Roman Bath is a public house in St Sampson's Square, in the city of York, in England. It is built above an ancient Roman bath house. The remains were uncovered during building work when the present pub was erected in 1929–31 replacing an inn. The exterior has Tudor Revival features including applied half-timbering.
~640 ftN
Church, Gothic architecture
St Sampson's Church, York
4 min walk • St Sampson's Church lies on Church Street, in the city centre of York, in England. It lies on Church Street, near St Sampson's Square.
~520 ftNE
Neighbourhood, Street, Architecture
The Shambles, York
3 min walk • The Shambles is an old street in York, England, with overhanging timber-framed buildings, some dating back as far as the fourteenth century. It was once known as The Great Flesh Shambles, probably from the Anglo-Saxon Fleshammels, the word for the shelves that butchers used to display their meat.
~640 ftN
Square
St Sampson's Square, York
4 min walk • St Sampson's Square is an open space, and former marketplace, in the city centre of York, England.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St William's College?

Nearby attractions include Merchant Taylors' Hall, York (1 min walk), King's Manor, York (1 min walk), Ousegate, York (1 min walk), Pavement Vaults, York (1 min walk).

How to get to St William's College by public transport?

The nearest stations to St William's College:

Bus

Piccadilly (2 min walk)
Low Ousegate • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Train

York (14 min walk)