Clements Hall Local History Group

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13th February 2026

The changing fortunes of Micklegate House

Our latest book, about Micklegate, features a number of outstanding buildings and their inevitable change of use over the years. The most impressive of these is Micklegate House, opposite Holy Trinity Church, with a very surprising turn. Read more

25th January 2026

Local history event in Clementhorpe

Do you live in the Clementhorpe area of York? Have you ever wondered about the history of your house in the area? Read more

10th January 2026

Blossom Street through Time

Our next talk is “Blossom Street through Time”, by Susan Major, on Friday 23 January at 7.45 pm in Clements Hall. Read more

13th December 2025

From fish to wine, nearly 150 years of independent trading

Our latest local independent trader is Jorvine Wine Merchants and Tasting Lounge, on Nunnery Lane. Read more

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Our Next Event

Mar

York Mystery Plays: the 75th anniversary of their revival Read more

Our publications

Our group has published six books covering our researches Read more

Mapping York's scoria bricks

Have you ever wondered why we have all those silvery grey blue tiles in our back alleyways and gutters? Read more

Upcoming Events

Find out what events are coming up this year. Read more