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UK Town and City Trivia - York

Can you guess these facts about the UK city of York?
This is one of a range of quizzes covering different parts of the UK
This quiz is part of the UK Town and City trivia series
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Quiz by Berney
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Last updated: February 1, 2024
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First submittedFebruary 1, 2024
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Ceremonial county in which York is located
North Yorkshire
River that flows through the centre of York
Ouse
Name by which York's cathedral is more commonly known
York Minster
York born Catholic who was involved in the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605
Guy Fawkes
Mediaeval cobbled street, one of the oldest shopping streets in Europe
The Shambles
Famous café and tea rooms, inspired by the RMS Queen Mary cruise liner
Bettys
York's popular Viking attraction
Jorvik Viking Centre
Confectionery manufacturer, founded in York but now owned by Nestlé
Rowntree's
Yet another York confectionary maker, known for its 'Chocolate Orange'
Terry's
Major transportation museum in York
National Railway Museum
Roman name for the settlement that became York
Eboracum
David Bradley from York is perhaps best known for playing the role of this caretaker in the Harry Potter fims
Argus Filch
Claimed to be England's shortest street
Whip Ma Whop Ma Gate
Location and nickname of York racecourse
The Knavesmire
Name used for the city gates - Monk, Bootham, Micklegate and Walmgate
Bar
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2 Comments
hm
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Level 52
Feb 1, 2024
Might there be a spelling mistake with Rowntrees?
Berney
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Level 82
Feb 1, 2024
Well spotted! Thanks, now changed.
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