Micklegate Bar

For those travelling into York by road from the west they are welcomed to the city centre by the sight of Micklegate Bar, the western gateway to the city running past All Saints Church towards the River Ouse. Most visitors though will either turn left or right at this point in search of somewhere to park their car. Be warned though, car parking in York is expensive and it is advisable to use one of the many Park and Ride facilities around the perimeter of the city.

Micklegate Bar

Micklegate bar was the main entrance into the city from the west. In former times the road approaching it was the A64 but since the southern by pass was built the by pass became the A64. Inside the bar wall is the street known as Micklegate. In York, gate indicates a street name and bar indicates a gateway, a little confusing at first but you soon get used to it. Micklegate is probably most (in)famous for the number of public houses on the street and the notorious Micklegate Run, a challenge to have a drink in every drinking place along the street unfortunately has led to unsavoury scenes during weekend evenings.