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Medieval heritage in York

Merchant Taylors' Hall for Families

Practical tips for exploring this medieval York landmark with children.

Merchant Taylors' Hall offers a unique glimpse into the city's guild history through its preserved architecture and ancient oak roof. Please note that as access is limited to scheduled heritage days and special events, it is best to verify the latest opening schedule before arriving with your family.

Merchant Taylors' Hall
2 family activities
Family visits to Merchant Taylors' Hall
Families visiting Merchant Taylors' Hall during public event days can enjoy self-guided colouring activities and watch traditional craft demonstrations.

Merchant Taylors' Hall offers an engaging atmosphere for families during scheduled public opening days, providing a window into the history of York's tailors and traditional textile crafts. Children are invited to participate in self-guided colouring activities while adults explore the historic interiors and fifteenth-century architecture. On select event days, the visitor experience is further enriched by live demonstrations from skilled weavers and spinners.

Family highlights

  • Self-guided colouring activities for children
  • Live craft demonstrations including weaving and spinning
  • Historical exploration of the hall and the guild's history
Family visit essentials
Useful expectations and practical guidance in one place

What children can see and do

Children are provided with self-guided colouring activities to use while adults tour the historic hall. On select event days, visitors can observe demonstrations by skilled weavers and spinners.

Practical information

Admission to scheduled open days is free, though booking a ticket via Eventbrite is recommended.

Family visits at Merchant Taylors' Hall
2 activities and resources

Merchant Taylors' Hall offers a variety of engaging resources designed to help younger visitors explore the history of this medieval guildhall. Families can enjoy self-guided activities and observe traditional craft demonstrations during selected public event days, providing an interactive way to discover the heritage of York together.

Activity sheet

Self-guided Colouring Activity

Children can use a colouring activity while their parents explore the historic hall and learn about the stories of the tailors of York.

Age guidance: Suitable for children visiting with adults.

Practical information: This is a self-guided activity available during public access.

Family program

Craft Demonstrations

On selected public event days, visitors can observe expert craft demonstrations by local groups such as weavers and spinners.

Practical information: Available only on selected public event days.

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