Train train

Another from the National Railway Museum to show that not all trains are black. This is a photo taken by a Polish IT manager during his week of language and leadership training with York Associates. Trainees this week are mainly Norwegian and French.

Wall to wall …

but no carpet of daffodils on the embankment at this time of year.  For that, try this earlier post. These slits in the walls both protected the archers defending the city and gave them a wide field of fire against the enemy.

Three times table

… and some tables! This is the largely unused entrance hall to Gray's Court, which has featured in this blog almost as often as the Minster.

Grey sky gallery

Enclosing part of the new Hungate development, the first stage of which can be seen in the distance, is this art display consisting of over 20 pictures. The chimney left of centre, is one of those "love it or hate it" monuments. Some would like it to be taken down, whilst others think its demolition would deplete the architectural capital of the City of York. 

Global view

of the All Saints lantern tower, Pavement, taken from Coppergate. Follow the label for more information. 

Boat barging in

Moorings on the River Foss just below Tower Street, opposite the Castle Museum.

Yes, we have no …

bananas, but we do have a Sinclair C5. Dave Dee, perhaps York's best-known removal company, has furnished royalty, but common folks are always welcome at the Piccadilly shop. Don't wait too long, as the area is due for redevelopment, and the future of this Aladdin's cave is uncertain.