St Mary's Church, Castlegate, York, Medieval church in Castlegate, York, England
St Mary's Church is a medieval church building in York's Castlegate with a distinctive tall tower. The structure blends architectural elements from different periods and now hosts contemporary art exhibitions inside.
Construction of this church began in the 11th century, with its oldest foundations dating back to the early medieval period. Major rebuilding during the late medieval period shaped the building that stands today.
The interior reveals traces of medieval decoration and craftsmanship that speak to the site's former religious importance. Visitors today can still sense how elaborately such churches were once appointed.
The site now functions as an art venue and welcomes visitors interested in viewing contemporary works. Information about accessibility and current exhibitions can be obtained on-site or through York Museums Trust.
An inscription inside records the names of three Anglo-Saxon founders from the early period of the church. These names remind visitors that the building has roots reaching back over a thousand years.
Location: City of York
Website: https://yorkstmarys.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.95720,-1.08040
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01
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