Micklegate Bar stands proudly as one of York’s most significant medieval gateways, steeped in history and adorned with architectural grandeur. The gateway serves not only as a tangible link to York’s past but also houses the Henry VII Experience museum, offering visitors a captivating journey through the life of the first Tudor monarch and the rich history of Micklegate.
Constructed as part of York’s formidable city walls, Micklegate Bar boasts a storied past dating back to Roman times, with its original wooden structure eventually replaced by sturdy stone walls in the 12th and 14th centuries. Over the centuries, Micklegate Bar witnessed the ceremonial entrances of numerous monarchs, symbolizing their formal entry into the city of York.
However, alongside its ceremonial role, Micklegate Bar also bore witness to darker aspects of history, serving as a foreboding
