Bar Convent, York

Name: Bar Convent
Address: 17 Blossom St, York, YO24 1AQ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1904 643238

#34 among attractions in York

Museum, History museum, Hotel

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Facts and practical information

The Convent of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin at Micklegate Bar, York, better known as The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre, is the oldest surviving Catholic convent in England, established in 1686. The laws of England at this time prohibited the foundation of Catholic convents and as a result of this, the convent was both established and operated in secret. Frances Bedingfeld, a member of the Sisters of Loreto, signed the deeds for the land the convent was to be built upon on 5 November 1686 under the alias Frances Long. ()

Coordinates: 53°57'19"N, 1°5'28"W

Address

17 Blossom StMicklegateYork YO24 1AQ United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1904 643238

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Bar Convent – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Railway Museum, Spurriergate Centre, Lendal Tower, All Saints' Church.

~1870 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
National Railway Museum, York
10 min walk • The National Railway Museum in York stands as an enduring homage to the United Kingdom's rich railway heritage. Nestled in the heart of this historic city, the museum is an essential destination for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
0.4 miNE
Church
Spurriergate Centre, York
10 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...
~1980 ftNE
Tower
Lendal Tower, York
10 min walk • Lendal Tower is a historic tower located in the picturesque city of York in the United Kingdom. This imposing structure, erected in the 14th century, once played a crucial role in the defense of the city, being part of its fortifications.
~1520 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
All Saints' Church, York
8 min walk • All Saints' Church, a historic gem nestled within the heart of York, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This ecclesiastical structure, with its origins tracing back to the 14th century, is renowned for its stunning display of...
~1240 ftN
Memorial
North Eastern Railway War Memorial, York
6 min walk • The North Eastern Railway War Memorial is a First World War memorial in York in northern England. It was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens to commemorate employees of the North Eastern Railway who left to fight in the First World War and were killed while serving.
0.4 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Art Nouveau architecture
Grand Opera House, York
10 min walk • The Grand Opera House is a theatre in York, England. It is located on Clifford Street and Cumberland Street in the city centre. The theatre is operated as part of the Ambassador Theatre Group.
~1850 ftE
Nightlife
The Kings Arms, York
9 min walk • The Kings Arms is a pub lying by the River Ouse in the city centre of York, in England. The building lies across King's Staith from the River Ouse, on its corner with King Street. It was built in the early-17th century, with the upper floor and north and east walls timber framed.
~1680 ftN
Memorial
York City War Memorial, York
9 min walk • The York City War Memorial is a First World War memorial designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and located in York in the north of England. Proposals for commemorating York's war dead originated in 1919 but proved controversial. Initial discussions focused on whether a memorial should be a monument or should take on some utilitarian purpose.
0.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Game and entertainment center
York Dungeon, York
10 min walk • York Dungeon is a tourist attraction in York, England. York Dungeon depicts history of the dungeon using actor led shows, special effects and displays of models and objects. The York Dungeons reopened in March 2013 after a period of closure due to severe flooding.
~1980 ftNE
Vernacular architecture
York Guildhall, York
10 min walk • York Guildhall is a municipal building located behind York's Mansion House. It is a Grade I listed building.
0.4 miNE
Street
Coney Street, York
10 min walk • Coney Street is a major shopping street in the city centre of York, in England. The street runs north-west from the junction of Spurriergate and Market Street, to St Helen's Square.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Bar Convent open?

Bar Convent is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Bar Convent?

Nearby attractions include Micklegate Priory, York (3 min walk), Blossom Street, York (3 min walk), St. Columba's URC York, York (3 min walk), Holy Trinity Church, York (4 min walk).

How to get to Bar Convent by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bar Convent:

Bus

Nunnery Lane Car Park • Lines: 66 (2 min walk)
Rail Station • Lines: 426, 436, 66 (5 min walk)

Train

York (5 min walk)