Welcome to the
Merchant Adventurers’ Hall

Discover one of the finest medieval guild halls in the world

Home to York’s entrepreneurs for 660 years – and counting

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Fascinating tales, awe-inspiring architecture and intriguing, rare artefacts…explore this stunning timber framed building.
Merchants’ Coffee House: Open to all, meet friends, family and colleagues for delicious food and drink in our medieval guildhall.
Bringing people together for over six centuries…an exclusive and memorable place to meet and celebrate in a stunning and prestigious medieval setting.
The Company of Merchant Adventurers of the City of York – celebrating over 650 years of enterprise.

VISITING

 
 

10th Century Traders Fair – Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd February

 

 

10.00am to 4.30pm – Friday and Saturday / 10.00am – 2.00pm – Sunday

 
 
As part of the JORVIK Viking Festival, travel back to 10th century York as it takes over the Hall! Meet traders from across the Viking world and explore a vibrant market filled with treasures. Discover hand-crafted weaponry, authentic jewellery, drinking horns, and so much more.
 
Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of a Viking marketplace!
 

 

 

The Great Hall
Fraternity and Feasting
The Undercroft
Charity and Care
The Chapel
Reverence and Reflection