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Yorkshire's infamous prophetess
Step back into the 16th century and become immersed in the world of Mother Shipton; the infamous prophetess of Knaresborough.
Born in a cave on a stormy night. They called her monster. A witch. Something to be feared. But what if there was another side to the story?
This Halloween, enter the shadowy hideout of the prophetess, where flickering fires tell tales of the past and the line between prophecy and reality begins to blur.
This is more than a show, you are stepping inside a piece of live theatre, transported back to a world of superstition, fear and fate.
But Mother Shipton has seen something coming… and once her prophecy is revealed, there may be no escaping what the future holds.
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York Dungeon - Best Large Visitor Attraction at the Visit York Tourism Awards 2024 and 2026!
Get ready to journey back through 2000 Years of York's darkest History as you see, hear and (ahem) smell the cities murky past! But beware, as DICK'S BACK! That's right peasants, hold on to your valuables! The York Dungeon is rife with rumours of highwaymen prowling the area...and the most vicious one of all is said to have returned.
Prepare to also come face to face with the mighty Vikings and learn all about their Saxon enemies before meeting some of York’s most notorious characters including the (in)famous Guy Fawkes and local witch Isabella Billington, as history is brought to life before your eyes!
Feel the dark shadows of the black plague and experience the fearsome torture chamber as you laugh, learn and scream your way through the cities most ‘orrible history!
With live actors, dark history, immersive sets and amazing special effects… the only question is are you brave enough to step into the depths of the York Dungeon?
The York Dungeon was officially named the 2024 and the 2026 Large Tourist Attraction of the Year Winner, 2026 Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award Winner and the 2026 Best of York Award Winner at the Visit York Tourism Awards, and 2023 Outstanding Customer Service Award Winner at the Yorkshire Tourism Awards.
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Younger peasants must be aged 5 and over, however the York Dungeon is not recommended for under 8's.
