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

Bootham

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

1. Bootham Marker

Inscription. Bootham From the old West Scandinavian word “Buthum” (1150) – “at the booths” – implying a district of humble or temporary dwellings. Jurisdiction over Bootham was hotly disputed between the City and St. Mary’s Abbey.
The main road to the City from the North. It is on the line of the Roman road.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles.

Location. 53° 57.786′ N, 1° 5.15′ W. Marker is in York, England. Marker is at the intersection of Bootham and Gillygate, on the right when traveling east on Bootham. Located at The White Horse Pub. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6 Bootham, York, England YO30 7BL, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. William Etty R.A. (within shouting distance of this marker); Abbey Wall Gateway (within shouting distance of this marker); Foundation of York Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); Exhibition Square (within shouting distance of this marker); The King’s Manor (within shouting distance of this marker); Roman Fortress (within shouting distance of this marker); Bootham Bar (within shouting

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

Bootham Marker on the White Horse Pub image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

2. Bootham Marker on the White Horse Pub

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 16, 2018

3. Bootham Marker on the White Horse Pub

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 111 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 26, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.