Located in northeast England, York is a small walled city founded by the Romans and named by the Vikings. Its charming and historic community is known for several eclectic influences.
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The aptly named Guy Fawkes Inn is located in the shadow of York Minster, the actual birthplace of Guy Fawkes who was a conspirator in the notorious Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The 13-room medieval inn is renowned for its AA Rosette restaurant.
York is known as Britain's home of chocolate, the most haunted city in Europe, and houses one of the best racecourses in the country. There are multiple historic sites to visit when in the area, such as the York Minster cathedral, Clifford’s Tower, Shambles Street, and several museums. Food and beverages to try while in York would be Yorkshire pudding, cheese, rhubarb, curd tart, cream tea, and their local brew.