In 1644, during the Civil War, York was besieged by the Parliamentarians. Prince Rupert, and an army of 15,000 men lifted the siege. At at the Battle of Marston Moor of Rupert's 15,000 troops, 4,000 were killed and 1,500 captured. On July 15 the city surrendered to Sir Thomas Fairfax.
1. Lady Anne Middletons Hotel (York Hotels/2* hotels in York)
This two star family owned city centre hotel comprises a collection of six listed buildings around a courtyard setting. The oldest building pictured dates from 1659. Situated on Skeldergate the ancient Roman waterfront that now leads from t...
