English Heritage sites near Askham Bryan Parish

York Cold War Bunker

YORK COLD WAR BUNKER

2 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

The most modern and spine chilling of English Heritage’s properties the York Cold War Bunker uncovers the secret history of Britain’s Cold War.

Clifford's Tower, York

CLIFFORD'S TOWER, YORK

3 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

Experience stunning views over the ancient city of York and immerse yourself in centuries of history at one of York’s most iconic sites. 

Steeton Hall Gateway

STEETON HALL GATEWAY

12 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

A fine example of a small, well preserved manorial gatehouse dating from the 14th century.

Spofforth Castle

SPOFFORTH CASTLE

12 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

The ruined hall and chamber of a fortified manor house of the powerful Percy family, dating mainly from the 14th and 15th centuries. Its undercroft is cut into a rocky outcrop.

Aldborough Roman Site

ALDBOROUGH ROMAN SITE

14 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

Roman mosaic pavements line the remains of this once northern tribal capital, set amid a peaceful Victorian garden.

Kirkham Priory

KIRKHAM PRIORY

15 miles from Askham Bryan Parish

Beautifully placed between the city of York and the town of Malton, the riverside ruins of Kirkham Priory are set in the beautiful Derwent valley near the Yorkshire Wolds.


Churches in Askham Bryan Parish

St Nicholas Church Askham Bryan

Main Street Askham Bryan York
01904 707716

A Norman church built in the late twelfth century with a fine Norman arch.  Do come and visit us where you will be assured of a warm welcome. We have a Communion service most Sundays at 9.00 am or 10.30 am for the major festivals.  There is also a monthly Village Praise service, which is followed by tea/coffee in the nearby village hall where you can have a chat and get to meet people.  During the summer months we hold Evensong at 6.30 pm on the first Sunday in the month. 

Details of services can be found in the Village Newsletter which can be accessed via www.askhambryan.org.uk and on the noticeboard by the lych gate.

Our Vicar is the Reverend Geoff Mumford who can be contacted on 01904 707716.

Our Parish Administrator is Petra Wilkinson who can be contacted on [email protected] 

The parish is within the New Ainsty Deanery and a member of the 'A6:4'* Group of Parishes.

You can support the mission and ministry of St Nicholas' Parish Church from clicking on the link on our home page.

 

History

Please click here to go to St Nicholas' on the English Heritage Site.

 

* The parishes are located along the A64 trunk road; as it happens Acts 6:4 is an appropriate reference point: "..while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word."

 


Pubs in Askham Bryan Parish

Nags Head

139 Main Street, Askham Bryan, YO23 3QS
(01904) 706953

A large comfortable country pub on the west side of the village. Divided into two areas with the lower part serving as a dining room. There’s a pleasant spacious beer garden with plenty of tables and benches. Offers one fixed ale and one va...