Grand and Ancient York

York is famous for its Cathedral, York Minster. OK for Henry the 8th, since it is ANglican. Matt even liked it. We attended said prayer and Evensong (bald ones and bored little ones singing very beautifully).



York is also famous for its teahouses--here's a sampling of their treats on offer.



York is home to the oldest, best preserved medeival quarter in England.



Clifford Tower and Canadian geese. A welcome sight from home.



Matt and Betty's Tea House. One of those photos you have to take since Matt's mom is named Betty.


As we rolled into York, the coach driver said, "Welcome to the grand and ancient city of York." Though Bath is the same age, York did feel uniquely ancient. Not only had the Romans stormed through, but so had the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, and the Normans. The latter left a huge stone wall that encircled the small, tourist-filled city. I liked that it didn't just feel like another English town. It felt unique. We relaxed very nicely here. Plus we ate out for the first time here which felt like the treat of the century for people who normally eat out 3-4 times per week. Turkish BBQ and ma and pa poached fish and chips--yum yum.