The Merchant Adventurers of YorkThe Merchant Adventurers' Hall, York was built between 1357 & 1361 and is the finest building of its date and type in Europe.
Visitors to the Hall will marvel at the splendour of the Great Hall where business was conducted, courts were held and social events were attended, they will learn about medieval hospitals when they visit the Hall's Undercroft and they will understand more about the religious practices of the time by viewing the Chapel.
Visitors will be further delighted to find that the Hall boasts fine collections of paintings, furniture and silver, all of which are on display to the public. The Hall is surrounded by gardens which visitors are welcome to stroll through and pause in.
The Company of Merchant Adventurers of the City of York recognise the Hall's importance as a place to educate people about the past, and so the Hall is scattered with numerous, interesting display boards describing the lives of the medieval merchants who used the Hall in its heyday.
An Audio Guide is included in your visit. The Hall and its collections are fully accessible to everyone with entrance from Fossgate.
As well as serving its purpose as a museum, the Hall is also available for private hire for:
Banquets and dinners Craft, antique & other fairs, Civil wedding ceremonies, Wedding receptions, Lectures and performances Conferences during winter months, Exhibitions and similar events Organised school and educational visits.
To hire the Hall or to request a Hall Hire or education information pack, please either e-mail or telephone the Hall on 01904 654818, where staff will be delighted to assist you in any way.
Please visit www.theyorkcompany.co.uk for more information.
