Address:
16 Pavement, York YO1 9UP

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Telephone:
01904 620491

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Opening Times:
Monday: 10:00–00:00
Tuesday: 10:00–00:00
Wednesday: 10:00–00:00
Thursday: 10:00–00:00
Friday: 10:00–00:00
Saturday: 10:00–00:00
Sunday: 10:00–00:00

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Description:
The Golden Fleece is one of York’s oldest inns, with records stretching back to 1503 and a reputation as one of the city’s most haunted pubs. Behind its narrow frontage are atmospheric bars, a beer garden and four ensuite guest rooms, plus several alleged residents who never checked out. The menu covers hearty pub classics, breakfasts and Sunday roasts, alongside cask ales, beer, wine and cocktails.

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Good for:
Historic pubs · ghost stories · cask ale · pub classics · Sunday roasts · breakfast · beer gardens · overnight stays · atmospheric drinks · courageous ghost hunters

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Nearby:
The Shambles · Shambles Market · Merchant Adventurers’ Hall · York’s Chocolate Story · Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate · Parliament Street · JORVIK Viking Centre · Clifford’s Tower

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Make a Day of It:
Explore The Shambles and Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, browse the market and then settle into the Golden Fleece for a pint and something hearty. Return after dark for the full atmosphere, or book one of the rooms if you are comfortable sharing a historic inn with guests who may not appear on the reservation.

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The Tidy Take:
The Golden Fleece serves up old York in generous portions. It has wonky character, proper pub comfort and enough ghost stories to make every unexplained creak feel personal, especially once somebody mentions that the room behind you was definitely empty.