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Fairfax House

The finest Georgian townhouse in England.
Location: Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN
Telephone:
01904 655543 Call Us
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About Us

One of the finest Georgian townhouses in England, Fairfax House transports you to the world of Georgian Britain and the splendour of city-living.

Originally the winter home of Anne Fairfax and her father – Charles Gregory, 9th Viscount Fairfax – the townhouse’s richly decorated interiors, magnificent stucco ceilings and beautiful collection of furniture and clocks unfold a story of life behind closed doors in the bustling Georgian city of York: the food, the fashions and the entertainments.

Our opening times are as follows:

  • Monday: 10am-5pm
  • Tuesday: 10am-5pm
  • Wednesday: 10am-5pm
  • Thursday: 10am-5pm
  • Friday: Guided tours at 11am, 12pm and 2pm
  • Saturday: 10am-5pm
  • Sunday: 11am-4pm

Last entry 4.15pm. Tickets cost £8.00 for adults, £7.50 for concessions, and kids go free. Tickets last a whole year!

Pre-booking is available, but walk-ins are also always welcome. We recommend pre-booking for guided tours.

You can find out more about Fairfax House on our website.

Every ticket sold helps conserve York and preserve Fairfax House for future generations.

Opening Times
  • Monday: 10am-5pm
  • Tuesday: 10am-5pm
  • Wednesday: 10am-5pm
  • Thursday: 10am-5pm
  • Friday: Open for guided tours only at 11am, 12pm and 2pm
  • Saturday: 10am-5pm
  • Sunday: 11am-4pm

Last admission 45 minutes before closing.

Offers at Fairfax House

Residents Festival Free Entry to Fairfax House

Fairfax House

Free Entry at Fairfax House for York Residents' Festival

Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalA rare chance for York Residents to…

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