Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' Festival

Celebrate with Free Tickets and Discounts!

We're thrilled to be part of York Residents’ Festival, giving local residents the opportunity to unwrap the rich chocolate history of York - the Chocolate City!

Here’s What We’re Offering:

🆓 100 FREE tickets each day (first come, first served - walk-ins only):

• Saturday 31st January: Classic Guided Tours at 9:00 am, 9:15 am, 9:30 am, and 9:45 am.
• Sunday 1st February: Classic Guided Tours at 9:00 am, 9:15 am, 9:30 am, and 9:45 am.

Simply queue up outside our doors, and we'll be ready to welcome you and get you started on an unforgettable tour!

🎟️ 25% Off for Everyone Else:

Enjoy 25% off Classic Guided Tours on Saturday 31st January & Sunday 1st February for pre-booked, and walk-in tickets. To pre-book online, use code LOCALJAN26 and save!

📌 Important: Show your photo ID on arrival to confirm you live in a YO postcode to claim this discount.

Why Visit Us?

Our attraction celebrates York's rich chocolate history, highlighting the city’s most beloved sweet treats. Here’s what you’ll experience:

• Discover the origins of chocolate: Learn about its journey from the rainforests of Central America to York's cobbled streets.
• Meet the founding confectionery families from York: Explore the stories of York’s iconic families and their world-famous creations, from the Chocolate Orange to the KitKat.
• Master the art of chocolate tasting: Our expert guides will show you how to taste chocolate like a true connoisseur (that means lots of tasty samples along the way).
• See our chocolatiers in action: Discover how they make fresh, tasty chocolate treats.
• Decorate your own chocolate lolly: A delicious hand-made treat to take home!

Don’t miss this deliciously fun opportunity to immerse yourself in York's confectionery heritage during the Residents’ Festival. See you there!