Golden Fleece Inn, York, Grade II listed pub in central York, England
Description
The Golden Fleece Inn is a narrow public house with sloping wooden floors in central York. Inside, the building stretches deep with multiple dining rooms, a front bar, a corridor with staircases, and four guest rooms.
History
The pub first appeared in York City Archives in 1503 and has remained on local records since then. John Peckett, who served as Lord Mayor of York in 1702, became the owner of the building.
Culture
The pub draws visitors interested in ghost stories and the supernatural, as locals and guests report encounters with several spirits within its walls. These tales of hauntings have become part of how people experience and remember the place.
Practical
The building is narrow and interior passages are winding, with uneven floors and multiple staircases throughout. Allow extra time to explore the various rooms and adjust to the tight layout and changing light levels.
Did you know?
The cellar historically served as temporary storage for unidentified bodies awaiting identification. This grim historical use contributes to the stories visitors and staff tell about supernatural encounters in that space today.
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