Welcome to 42 Holgate 

Just 10 minutes walk to York City centre or York racecourse and 5 minutes walk to York Railway Station means you are ideally situated to enjoy the best that York has to offer


The history of York is the History of England

York is England’s most visited city outside London. It is an ancient city with Roman walls and Viking remains, and the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe towers over the Medieval streets. Museums illustrate this history. A major tourist destination, York hosts events and festivals all year round, showcasing different types of music, theatre, culture, food and drink. If you like to shop, York is a great place to be! The city centre has a wide range of stores and there are two large shopping malls nearby. In addition to the usual chain stores , York has a number of independent shops and boutiques: interesting to look around for gifts to take home! York has numerous eateries and bars to suit everyone. In the evenings there is a lively atmosphere. York has a reputation for being a friendly city, where students can relax while immersing themselves in English outside school hours.