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37 Tanner Row: Behind the Scenes with Historic England at a Victorian Railway Hotel

37 Tanner Row, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 6WP

  • 17 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking preferred

37 Tanner Row, home to Historic England and English Heritage, will open its doors for an exclusive behind-the-scenes of our work. Drop in for a cuppa and chat with our friendly teams or join a talk exploring the history of this former railway hotel.

From the extraordinary, to the everyday, our historic places and spaces matter to us all. That’s why at Historic England we work together with people across England, to discover, protect and bring new life to our shared historic environment.

On Wednesday 17th September, visitors will be able to see inside the regional offices of both Historic England and English Heritage, housed in a former Victorian railway hotel and now a Grade II listed building. We’re opening our doors and inviting you in to learn more about the wide range of our work across Yorkshire and beyond, from revealing ancient archaeological sites with aerial photography, to using robot dogs to survey fire-damaged cathedrals, and finding creative new uses for much-loved historic buildings.

Drop in between 11am and 5.30pm to enjoy free refreshments and meet our friendly teams, who will be on hand to talk about their work and answer your questions. At 12pm, 2.30pm and 5.30pm, join us for a short talk exploring the role of this building in York’s railway revolution.

Please note that talks must be pre-booked via Eventbrite.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 17 September:
Drop in any time between 11:00-17:30; Talks 12:00-12:30, 14:30-15:00, 17:30-18:00

Location & directions

37 Tanner Row, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 6WP

Directions:
37 Tanner Row is located at the junction between The Grand hotel and City of York Council Offices. The building is signed for Historic England and English Heritage.
Contact on day:
Lucy Howson
Telephone number:
+447741769569

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking preferred
Booking conditions:
You are welcome to drop in at any time between 11:00 and 17:30. If you would like to attend the timed talks (12:00, 14:30, 17:30), please book your place via Eventbrite. Limited places may be available on the day; please speak to a member of staff on arrival.
Booking website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-open-days-at-37-tanner-row-tickets-1530129952879?aff=oddtdtcreator
Booking opens:
08 Aug 2025 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
16 Sep 2025 11:30 PM

Accessibility details

The building is accessed via 5 steps to the main door on Tanner Row, and a rear door with an accessible ramp and automatic door to the left of building. A single disabled parking space is available on site; if you wish to use this, please reserve in advance by emailing [email protected].

Additional information

The office is located within a 10 minute walk from York train station and there are bicycle racks in the rear courtyard. Paid parking is available at the NCP car park on Tanner Row (YO1 6JL).

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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