York named one of the prettiest places to live in Britain

The historic city of York has been named in the top 20 list of the prettiest places to live in Britain by the estate and letting agents, Aston & Co.

The list features a range of villages, market towns, and cities such as Cambridge, Stamford, and Lindfield.

Placed right between London and Edinburgh, the city is popular with tourists visiting for a long weekend but is also loved by those who call it home.

York has lots of little streets to explore with independent shops. (Image: Amy Britton)

What can I do in York?

From restaurants, pubs, and the famous York Minster to hidden gem attractions, it is easy to see why the city made it onto the list.

The York Minster is a must-visit attraction thanks to its Gothic design and stained-glass windows.

If you are looking for a place to relax that is still in the city centre, you can take a moment to sit in the York Museum Gardens.

The gardens are known for their “fantastic collection of trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs” as well as the medieval ruins of St Mary’s Abbey that you are free to explore.

The gardens are next to the River Ouse, where you can take a walk along the water.

The Shambles is also worth a trip with its independent shops and food spots, including a traditional sweet shop, a gift shop, and the Shop That Must Not Be Named that sells Harry Potter merchandise.

The city also has loads of restaurants and pubs with nice outdoor spaces for the sunny weather, including Ye Olde Starre Inne, which is believed to be the oldest licensed premise in York and has a beer garden.

There are lots of cafés and cake shops to pick up a sweet treat, with Brew & Brownie being a popular option thanks to its “excellent coffees” and “delicious” food.

On the city, the estate and letting agents said: “The walled city of York is a real beauty.

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“York Minster, a 13th Century Gothic cathedral, is just one its impressive historic buildings.

“Many of its original medieval buildings still stand today, including the 3.4 kilometre walls.”

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