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Cliffords Tower

Clifford’s Tower is an imposing tower set on a mound overlooking the heart of the old part of York in North Yorkshire.

The tower is now only what remains of York Castle, which was built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. Over the centuries, Clifford’s Tower has served as a prison, a royal mint and also a public place for displaying the bodies of enemies during King Henry VIII’s reign.

Now maintained by English Heritage, the tower is a great place for visitors to explore and is one of the most popular attractions in Yorkshire. Open throughout the year, there is a small gift shop on site.

Map, Directions & Contact Info

Cliffords Tower, Tower Streeet, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
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If you want more information on the area visit our local York Destination page or our regional North Yorkshire Destination page.

7 Day Weather Forecast

Today
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2℃–6.6℃
5.8 m/s (NW)
Tue, Nov 18
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-1.3℃–-0.9℃
2.6 m/s (W)
Wed, Nov 19
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1.1℃–3.1℃
5.2 m/s (NNW)
Thu, Nov 20
cloudy
0.1℃–0.6℃
6.6 m/s (NNW)
Fri, Nov 21
partlycloudy_day
-1.5℃–1℃
4.1 m/s (NNW)
Sat, Nov 22
lightsleet
0.3℃–1.8℃
4.5 m/s (S)
Sun, Nov 23
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1.2℃–1.5℃
4.8 m/s (SSE)
Mon, Nov 24
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0℃–0.9℃
2.3 m/s (WNW)

Our York weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

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