I am a Latin, Classics and Ancient History teacher based in York. When I am not immersed in the ancient world, you can find me singing with my band at venues across the city or cooking delicious vegetarian meals at home.
Roman York (Eboracum) was the capital of northern Britannia. With a Roman fort and a civilian population, it was a bustling metropolis, much as it is today. We will begin the tour at York Minster, next to the restored Roman column, and end near Bootham Bar.
Step back 2000 years with me, and follow in the footsteps of the 9th Legion as they set up the Principia (York Minster), build defensive walls (Monk Bar), take relaxing baths (Roman Bath Museum) and create distinctive landmarks (Multangular Tower - Museum Gardens).
Join my tour for a great insight into the Roman history of this fascinating city!
I will be waiting at the Roman Column, opposite the statue of Constantine the Great, on the south side of York Minster. I will have a light blue umbrella.
A short exploration under modern York to see the Roman Baths.
A rare instance of Roman walls surviving to good height above ground!
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).