Treasurer's House, York
North Yorkshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Minster Yard, York YO1 7JL
Telephone 01904 624247
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Treasurer's House sits right next to York Minster and was once home to the collector Frank Green, whose eclectic taste shows in interiors that mix an Italian ceiling, French furniture, a Dutch bed and Chinese silk wallpaper. Visits run by guided tour, and reviewers consistently rate the volunteer guides as knowledgeable and engaging over the roughly hour-long visit. The cafe is also praised as a calmer, better-value alternative to York's busier city-centre options.
Worth the trip
The eclectic room-by-room interiors assembled by Frank Green - an Italian ceiling, French furniture, a Dutch bed and Chinese silk wallpaper all under one roof.
Before you go
The house can only be seen by guided tour (around an hour), and photo opportunities are limited during the tour, so don't expect a free-roam visit.
Reviewers consistently highlight the eclectic, eccentric interiors at Treasurer's House, from an Italian ceiling and French furniture to a Dutch bed and Chinese silk wallpaper all combined in one property, alongside a distinctive haunted-portrait detail that guides point out. Guided tours, lasting around an hour and led by knowledgeable volunteers, are described as essential to the visit and must be booked in advance, as walk-in visitors may face a wait. The basement cafe and small garden, with its view of York Minster's Chapter House, are also well liked. One recurring downside noted is limited opportunity for photography during the tour.
Medieval house next to York Minster, once home of collector Frank Green
“A wonderful tour with Carol and Yvonne today, they were fantastic and knowledgeable. I highly recommended a visit. Me and my daughters loved it. Thank you ladies”- Louise's Bazaar, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Guided tours
- “The tour is 1 hour, and the guide will tell you some stories you wouldn't expect.” - E. H.
- Facilities
- “There is a café and garden you can make use of but to explore the house you need to book on a tour.” - Ashley Lightfoot
Common questions about Treasurer's House, York
Where is Treasurer's House, York?
Treasurer's House, York is in North Yorkshire, England, at Minster Yard, York YO1 7JL.
Do you need a ticket to visit Treasurer's House, York?
Yes - Treasurer's House, York is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Treasurer's House, York?
The eclectic room-by-room interiors assembled by Frank Green - an Italian ceiling, French furniture, a Dutch bed and Chinese silk wallpaper all under one roof.
Is Treasurer's House, York a ruin or still intact?
Treasurer's House, York is largely intact - Medieval house next to York Minster, once home of collector Frank Green.
