The Olympic torch is to pay a visit to York’s famous historic walls as part of the 2012 London Olympics build up. The torch will visit the city walls on day 31 of the Olympic torch trail on the leg from Hull to York. The torch is scheduled to reach the walls at Micklegate Bar shortly after 5.30pm on Tuesday 19th June 2012 before making its way to York Racecourse for a celebration. More details to follow close to the event. Click here to see the full route on the BBC website.
Youngsters from a York primary school joined the city’s Lord Mayor on a tour of the walls. About 40 pupils from Copmanthorpe Primary School called for the Lord Mayor and civic party at the Mansion House before they went on to walk along the walls on an inspection.
Click here to read more from the York Press website.
Fishergate, Fulford and Heslington Local History group have posted an excellent research piece on the history of Fishergate Postern Tower. Friends of York Walls, who aim to restore the tower to its former glory, would like to thank Gavin Thomas for his excellent article and for permission to link to it!
Click here to read the full article.
Click here to download a booklet on Fishergate Postern Tower
