York, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The King’s Manor

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

1. The King’s Manor Marker

Inscription. The King’s Manor A house was built on this site c.1270 as a Residence for the Abbot of St. Mary’s Abbey but was substantially rebuilt in the late 15th century. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1539 it became, until 1641, the Headquarters of the Council of the North and the Residence of its Presidents who added to the buildings. Henry VIII, Charles I and James I stayed here. Since 1963 it has been occupied by the University of York.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1270.

Location. 53° 57.756′ N, 1° 5.153′ W. Marker is in York, England. Marker is at the intersection of Museum Street (England Route A1036) and Bootham (Route A19), on the left when traveling north on Museum Street. Located at the gate to the Kings Manor and Principals House in Exhibition Square at the York Art Gallery. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: York, England YO1 7EW, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Exhibition Square (here, next to this marker); Foundation of York Fountain (a few steps from this marker); William Etty R.A. (a few steps from this marker); Coat of Arms of Charles I (within shouting distance of this marker); Abbey Wall Gateway

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(within shouting distance of this marker); George Walker Milburn (within shouting distance of this marker); Bootham Bar (within shouting distance of this marker); Roman Fortress (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in York.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

2. The King’s Manor Marker

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

3. The King’s Manor Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 26, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 91 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 26, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.