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Holy Trinity Goodramgate has the air of a hidden treasure. It stands in a small, secluded, leafy churchyard, with the Minster towering behind, tucked away behind Goodramgate - one of York’s busiest shopping streets. To visit, you pass through an 18th-century archway tacked on to buildings that served as artisans’ workshops in the 14th century.
The church itself is full of character. The floors and arcades are charmingly uneven. Light filters through the windows, illuminating honey-coloured stone. The east window especially has marvellous stained glass that was donated in the early 1470s by the Reverend John Walker, rector of the church. On sunny days, transient gems of coloured light are scattered on the walls, and various Medieval faces stare out from the windows.
The building dates chiefly from the 15th century, but has features from its foundation in the 12th century right up to the 19th century. The box pews, unique in York, are exceptionally fine, and an interesting collection of monuments and memorials paint a picture of life in this busy city throughout the ages.
Two boards, with heads shaped like grandfather clocks, record the names of Lord Mayors of the city, including George Hudson, 'The Railway King’, who made York a major railway centre in the 19th century.
Outdoor benches make the churchyard the perfect place for reflection, offering a welcome retreat from the hectic world outside.
To locate this church on a map, click on the 'View on map' link that appears below the address information at the top of the page.
In York city centre, off Goodramgate; King's Square and Shambles 200 yards
Nearest railway station: York (0.5 mile). Bus route number 14A.
SE 605 522
08/03/13
David Ward Maclean performs 'He Loved This Place' at Holy Trinity Goodramgate
St Lawrence's Tower, York, North Yorkshire
The only surviving remnant of a Medieval church
St Martin's Church, Whenby, North Yorkshire
An old village church in a quiet rural setting
Clifford's Tower, York
It's the stunning view you get of the historic city of York that makes Clifford's Tower one of the most popular attractions in Yorkshire.
Kirkham Priory
Beautifully placed between the city of York and the town of Malton, the riverside ruins of Kirkham Priory are set in the beautiful Derwent valley near the Yorkshire Wolds.
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit?
You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walkround guides we have for this church.
Yorkshire County Guide (PDF, 4.9mb)
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in North, South and West Yorkshire. Printed copies of the county guides are also available at the church.
St Lawrence's Tower, York, North Yorkshire
The only surviving remnant of a Medieval church
Hull Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 3BN
See church page
St Martin's Church, Whenby, North Yorkshire
An old village church in a quiet rural setting
Whenby, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 4SE
See church page
St Mary's Church, Lead, North Yorkshire
The Ramblers' Church
Lead, Saxton, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9QN
See church page
Clifford's Tower, York It's the stunning view you get of the historic city of York that makes Clifford's Tower one of the most popular attractions in Yorkshire. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/cliffords-tower-york
Kirkham Priory Beautifully placed between the city of York and the town of Malton, the riverside ruins of Kirkham Priory are set in the beautiful Derwent valley near the Yorkshire Wolds. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/kirkham-priory
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
All our North Yorkshire churches are in CCT’s North region.
Discover North Yorkshire tourism website
Days out with the kids in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway
A history of North Yorkshire in 10 objects
The City of York and District Family History Society
Family History Section of Yorkshire Archaeological Society
Yorkshire Archaeological Society
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
If the access information for this church is listed as 'Keyholder nearby', this means that the key is kept by one of our invaluable volunteer 'keyholders', who usually live just a short walk from the church and can give visitors the key; sometimes this is a nearby hotel, pub, library, art gallery or other venue. You will find instructions explaining how to get the key when you arrive at the church.
Access is difficult up some steps from the main road. Easier access from the side road over a grassy churchyard.
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a very small number of them have heating or running water meaning that they can be cold, and very rarely have toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor. We do apologise for any inconvenience the lack of facilities may cause.
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I recently visited this beautiful church while on holiday. While there I was admiring the door to the church and Graham White was so kind as to show me the key and let me try the lock myself. It was a wonderful experience and I hope someday I will have the pleasure of visiting again. Thank you again Graham!
Amanda Tate
Yuba City, California
A must for any visitor to York or indeed Yorkshire, an overlooked hidden treasure in a city full of religious buildings and history.
I have a set of pics of the church on Flickr and have linked the information from you and also given a link to your webpage and fundraising telephone number . Here is the set to have a closer look,
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bolckow/sets/72157606784546414/with/2771422742/
If the organisation would like to use any of the pics pics just ask, Ian
Absolutely brilliant experience visiting Holy Trinity. Our guide, Euan, was friendly and knowledgable, and took us all round the church explaining the architecture, box pews, beautiful stained glass, and historical significance. We left feeling utterly charmed. It was my favourite experience of my visit to York.
Catherine Hirst
London, UK
We were on holiday in Yorkshire and went to York intending to go to the minster but when we saw how much they were charging and how crowded it was we changed our minds. We came across Holy Trinity by accident and were so impressed and made very welcome. Please keep up the good work and we will set up today an annual donation (gift aided) for you to keep up the good work and we will be looking out for your churches on our travels around the county.
Jimmy & Heather Pigden.
Epsom, Surrey
As a child living in York this was always my favourite place to visit. I was entranced by the box pews and the atmosphere. As a teenager I used to visit regularly in the 1980s just to sit and think quietly about things. I am so glad that the church is still open for people to discover my special place!
My wife and I visited this beautiful church in 2006. York is well known for its cathedral, which is a fine edifice, but the Holy Trinity Church is serene and away from the tourist bustle; a quiet sanctuary.
Pete Brown
Montréal, Canada
My fiance and I visited this beautiful church 2012. We were both amazed at the beauty of this church.
Heather Kennedy
Manchester, UK
This church is a diamond in the crown of York, we found it quite by chance while on honeymoon in may. What a beautiful place for quiet thought and reflection. May it stand for all to see!
Glenn Littlewood
Elland West Yorkshire.
I must admit to being disappointed in visiting this church. I was hoping for a quiet visit and to take a few photographs but found the church quite busy. Most visitors seemed to be viewing the somewhat inappropriate display of modern sculpture which I felt was very incongruous in those surroundings. I'll have to go back again at a quieter time and explore a little more.
I visited this church fabulous with my father on May 2nd 2012 (in the afternoon).
The very attentive, intelligent young lady was most enlightening regarding the box pews and other historical elements, and from her recommendation visited inside St. Mary's, Whitby. If only all "guides" were as personable and so visibly enamoured of her "work".
A really great experience!
I have visited this beautiful church several times whilst on holiday in York and it was one of my late Mother's favourite places in the city. It is located in a very busy area of York but once you enter the grounds you are transported into a quiet oasis. On my last two visits to York I was on my own and I loved going into Holy Trinity for the peace and serenity. There is such a peaceful, lovely atmosphere about the church and I love the windows and the box pews. I also loved sitting outside feeding the birds. This church really is a gem and not to be missed on a visit to the beautiful city of York
I enjoyed my recent visit to Holy Trinity very much, not least because of the excellent guides, who made me feel very welcome and were very informative. I appreciate the extra vantage points they provided for me to take my photos, and their general friendliness without being overbearing. The church itself is also wonderful, with charmingly crooked box pews, interesting monuments, stained glass, and a peaceful garden location tucked behind the busy shopping streets. Thank you for keeping this interesting church open, and for welcoming fellow church lovers so warmly.
I have visited and enjoyed this church over many many years on visits to this beautiful city. I have recently discovered one of my direct ancestors was christened here in 1801 which means I have another reason to visit once again and take an even more keen interest in this little gem of peace
Yes, I have. In September of 2010, and found it the most charming and historic of all churches I visited at the time. When I was there, I purchased a pair of ceramic mice. I remember a very nice lady making scarves to raise funds for the church. Are scarves still bing made as fundraisers? I live in New Mexico, U.S.A. Best wishes.